This document provides a monthly calendar and announcements for December at North Plainfield High School. It includes important dates and deadlines for SAT/ACT registration and transcripts, as well as reminders about scholarships, financial aid, selective service registration, yearbook ordering, midterm exams, and more. Key events include early dismissal on 12/23, SAT registration by 12/28, and ACT registration by 1/8. Seniors are reminded to update their counselors with college decisions.
Google I/O 2013 - Android Graphics PerformanceDouO
Engineers from the Android UI Graphics team will show some tips, tricks, tools, and techniques for getting the best performance and smoothest UI for your Android applications.
Google I/O 2013 - Android Graphics PerformanceDouO
Engineers from the Android UI Graphics team will show some tips, tricks, tools, and techniques for getting the best performance and smoothest UI for your Android applications.
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
Acetabularia Information For Class 9 .docxvaibhavrinwa19
Acetabularia acetabulum is a single-celled green alga that in its vegetative state is morphologically differentiated into a basal rhizoid and an axially elongated stalk, which bears whorls of branching hairs. The single diploid nucleus resides in the rhizoid.
Instructions for Submissions thorugh G- Classroom.pptxJheel Barad
This presentation provides a briefing on how to upload submissions and documents in Google Classroom. It was prepared as part of an orientation for new Sainik School in-service teacher trainees. As a training officer, my goal is to ensure that you are comfortable and proficient with this essential tool for managing assignments and fostering student engagement.
A Strategic Approach: GenAI in EducationPeter Windle
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as Generative AI, Image Generators and Large Language Models have had a dramatic impact on teaching, learning and assessment over the past 18 months. The most immediate threat AI posed was to Academic Integrity with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) focusing their efforts on combating the use of GenAI in assessment. Guidelines were developed for staff and students, policies put in place too. Innovative educators have forged paths in the use of Generative AI for teaching, learning and assessments leading to pockets of transformation springing up across HEIs, often with little or no top-down guidance, support or direction.
This Gasta posits a strategic approach to integrating AI into HEIs to prepare staff, students and the curriculum for an evolving world and workplace. We will highlight the advantages of working with these technologies beyond the realm of teaching, learning and assessment by considering prompt engineering skills, industry impact, curriculum changes, and the need for staff upskilling. In contrast, not engaging strategically with Generative AI poses risks, including falling behind peers, missed opportunities and failing to ensure our graduates remain employable. The rapid evolution of AI technologies necessitates a proactive and strategic approach if we are to remain relevant.
Embracing GenAI - A Strategic ImperativePeter Windle
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as Generative AI, Image Generators and Large Language Models have had a dramatic impact on teaching, learning and assessment over the past 18 months. The most immediate threat AI posed was to Academic Integrity with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) focusing their efforts on combating the use of GenAI in assessment. Guidelines were developed for staff and students, policies put in place too. Innovative educators have forged paths in the use of Generative AI for teaching, learning and assessments leading to pockets of transformation springing up across HEIs, often with little or no top-down guidance, support or direction.
This Gasta posits a strategic approach to integrating AI into HEIs to prepare staff, students and the curriculum for an evolving world and workplace. We will highlight the advantages of working with these technologies beyond the realm of teaching, learning and assessment by considering prompt engineering skills, industry impact, curriculum changes, and the need for staff upskilling. In contrast, not engaging strategically with Generative AI poses risks, including falling behind peers, missed opportunities and failing to ensure our graduates remain employable. The rapid evolution of AI technologies necessitates a proactive and strategic approach if we are to remain relevant.
Francesca Gottschalk - How can education support child empowerment.pptxEduSkills OECD
Francesca Gottschalk from the OECD’s Centre for Educational Research and Innovation presents at the Ask an Expert Webinar: How can education support child empowerment?
Macroeconomics- Movie Location
This will be used as part of your Personal Professional Portfolio once graded.
Objective:
Prepare a presentation or a paper using research, basic comparative analysis, data organization and application of economic information. You will make an informed assessment of an economic climate outside of the United States to accomplish an entertainment industry objective.
Welcome to TechSoup New Member Orientation and Q&A (May 2024).pdfTechSoup
In this webinar you will learn how your organization can access TechSoup's wide variety of product discount and donation programs. From hardware to software, we'll give you a tour of the tools available to help your nonprofit with productivity, collaboration, financial management, donor tracking, security, and more.
Model Attribute Check Company Auto PropertyCeline George
In Odoo, the multi-company feature allows you to manage multiple companies within a single Odoo database instance. Each company can have its own configurations while still sharing common resources such as products, customers, and suppliers.
Unit 8 - Information and Communication Technology (Paper I).pdfThiyagu K
This slides describes the basic concepts of ICT, basics of Email, Emerging Technology and Digital Initiatives in Education. This presentations aligns with the UGC Paper I syllabus.
4. Transcript Request Deadlines
All transcript requests for January 15th
are
due in Naviance by January 4th
Have a question?
Please let your counselor know
ASAP!
6. Invite Education
Thanks to the NPEF, all NPHS
families can create a free account
with Invite Education, an online
interactive college financial
planning tool.
See the Guidance website for details!
8. Thanks to an NPEF grant, all NPHS students can
create an account for online SAT/ACT test review
through Method Test Prep.
Please see the Guidance Webpage for
instructions on how to create your account.
THANK YOU NPEF!!
9. Union County Vo- TechUnion County Vo- Tech
Union County Vo-Tech will be holding Information
Sessions for students and parents interested in
learning about its shared-time programs.
The Information Session dates are:
Thursday, January 14 at 6:00 pm
Wednesday, February 17 at 6:00 pm
Tuesday, March 15 at 6:00 pm
Registration can be completed at www.ucvts.tec.nj.us
and clicking on Shared-Time Admissions
11. Seniors:
It is time to start thinking
about your FAFSA form. Go
online and get your FAFSA ID
www.fafsa.ed.gov/
FAFSA Form
12. Our future is in your
hands!
Stop throwing it
away!
Recycle your
bottles every day.
13. All male students must register
with selective service within 30
days of their 18th
birthday.
Register online or at your local
post office. Need help? See your
counselor.
SELECTIV
E
SERVICE
REMINDE
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14. HAVE YOU ORDERED YOUR YEARBOOK!
• Order online using a
credit card for $85 –
use the link on Mr.
Klein’s website or…
•See Mr. Klein in
Room 525 to
reserve a copy
•Only $85 if you
order by
12/20/15 ($90
after that)
•Make checks
payable to
NPHS
15. Quote of the Month
"Always be a first-rate version of
yourself, instead of a second-rate
version of somebody else."
~ Judy Garland
18. January Dates at a Glance
January 4th
- School reopens
January 4th
- Transcript request deadline for
January 15 college application deadlines.
January 7th
- Freshman parent orientation
January 15th
- Deadline to request Transcripts for
February 1 college application deadlines
January 18th
- School closed for students- MLK
Day
January 29- February 3- Midterm exams
19. MID-YEAR REPORTS
Mid year reports will automatically
be sent to all colleges on your
application list. See your
counselor with questions.
21. ATTENTION
AP STUDENTS
This year AP Test registration will be
done online through PayForIt. The
same vendor the school uses for
Ipad insurance.
More details will follow
22. Mary PoppinsMary Poppins
Rehearsals Begin!!!Rehearsals Begin!!!
Mon. Jan. 4 at 3:30pmMon. Jan. 4 at 3:30pm
in the Auditoriumin the Auditorium
Please check musicalPlease check musical
webpage for rehearsalwebpage for rehearsal
schedule and updates!schedule and updates!
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26. SEE ANY COACH OR MR. CONSTANTINO FOR DETAILSSEE ANY COACH OR MR. CONSTANTINO FOR DETAILS
