The document is a newsletter from Winchester High School that discusses several topics:
1) The principal announces a proposal being developed for mandatory senior year service learning projects to be completed before graduation.
2) Messages from administrators address parking regulations and personal property policies.
3) The PFA discusses introducing iPad technology in classrooms and fundraising efforts.
4) Upcoming class and volunteer events are announced.
The document is a newsletter from Winchester High School that discusses the impacts of the economic crisis on the town and school budget, upcoming educational forums, and updates from various school departments and organizations. It provides information on tightened budgets leading to unfilled positions in town departments and a school budget increase subject to cuts. An upcoming education funding forum is announced. Messages include reminders about student ID cards and lunch/off-campus privileges. Computer students' projects in web design, animation, and stock market analysis are described. The Parent Faculty Association meeting topics and a request for donations are also summarized.
This newsletter from York Prep school provides updates on various school news, events, activities and sports programs. It discusses the college application process for the classes of 2015 and 2016, including early decision acceptance rates. It also lists the colleges attended by the class of 2014 and upcoming dates. The newsletter highlights many extracurricular clubs, trips, performances and athletic teams at the school.
Course Material Cost Reduction InitiativeDylan Heyne
The Associated Students of Washington State University proposes forming a taskforce to address rising course material costs for students. The taskforce would investigate the root causes of high costs, evaluate strategies used by other institutions, and implement solutions such as promoting open educational resources, standardizing instructional materials, and improving coordination between departments, faculty and the bookstore. The goal is to demonstrate WSU's commitment to affordability and incentivize prospective students through collaborative action among all stakeholders.
This document summarizes an article from the Soton Tab student newspaper about issues surrounding tuition fees and student costs at the University of Southampton. It finds that the University made a £15.4 million surplus in 2013/14 despite many students struggling financially. While student numbers have increased, the University has cut accessibility funds for most students. Some key points made are that the University prioritizes growth and profits over student needs, has focused investment on halls rather than teaching spaces, and students feel they are not getting value for the high tuition fees.
Scholastic UK magazines can be found at www.scholastic.co.uk/education. Online only subscriptions start at just £15 a year but if you're not ready to subscribe join the thousands of teachers that have found what we have in our for free.
Private Tuition Center menace or necessity anwaar azad
This document discusses the issue of private tuition centers in Karachi, Pakistan. It provides background on the growth of private tuition in Pakistan due to weaknesses in the public school system. The document analyzes factors that have led to the popularity of private tuition, such as poor teaching in schools, parental pressure to perform well, and the commercialization of tutoring. Both the benefits and drawbacks of private tuition are outlined. Overall, the document examines the complex issue of private tuition in Karachi from different perspectives.
Why a New Public High School for Stittsville is Needed NowEnvisionUP
Stittsville residents have been asking for a public high school for over 20 years. Stittsville is a fast growing community that has doubled in the last 10 years and expecting to double again within eight years from now. Surprisingly, there is only one high school (a Catholic one).
The document provides an overview of recent developments at The Chester Charter School for the Arts (CCSA). It introduces Keren White as the new Executive Director of The Chester Fund. It discusses curriculum improvements in areas like literacy and math, new after-school programs, faculty profiles, and plans to expand to include a full high school. CCSA aims to "teach to the best" by engaging students through an arts-integrated approach while also achieving good test scores.
The document is a newsletter from Winchester High School that discusses the impacts of the economic crisis on the town and school budget, upcoming educational forums, and updates from various school departments and organizations. It provides information on tightened budgets leading to unfilled positions in town departments and a school budget increase subject to cuts. An upcoming education funding forum is announced. Messages include reminders about student ID cards and lunch/off-campus privileges. Computer students' projects in web design, animation, and stock market analysis are described. The Parent Faculty Association meeting topics and a request for donations are also summarized.
This newsletter from York Prep school provides updates on various school news, events, activities and sports programs. It discusses the college application process for the classes of 2015 and 2016, including early decision acceptance rates. It also lists the colleges attended by the class of 2014 and upcoming dates. The newsletter highlights many extracurricular clubs, trips, performances and athletic teams at the school.
Course Material Cost Reduction InitiativeDylan Heyne
The Associated Students of Washington State University proposes forming a taskforce to address rising course material costs for students. The taskforce would investigate the root causes of high costs, evaluate strategies used by other institutions, and implement solutions such as promoting open educational resources, standardizing instructional materials, and improving coordination between departments, faculty and the bookstore. The goal is to demonstrate WSU's commitment to affordability and incentivize prospective students through collaborative action among all stakeholders.
This document summarizes an article from the Soton Tab student newspaper about issues surrounding tuition fees and student costs at the University of Southampton. It finds that the University made a £15.4 million surplus in 2013/14 despite many students struggling financially. While student numbers have increased, the University has cut accessibility funds for most students. Some key points made are that the University prioritizes growth and profits over student needs, has focused investment on halls rather than teaching spaces, and students feel they are not getting value for the high tuition fees.
Scholastic UK magazines can be found at www.scholastic.co.uk/education. Online only subscriptions start at just £15 a year but if you're not ready to subscribe join the thousands of teachers that have found what we have in our for free.
Private Tuition Center menace or necessity anwaar azad
This document discusses the issue of private tuition centers in Karachi, Pakistan. It provides background on the growth of private tuition in Pakistan due to weaknesses in the public school system. The document analyzes factors that have led to the popularity of private tuition, such as poor teaching in schools, parental pressure to perform well, and the commercialization of tutoring. Both the benefits and drawbacks of private tuition are outlined. Overall, the document examines the complex issue of private tuition in Karachi from different perspectives.
Why a New Public High School for Stittsville is Needed NowEnvisionUP
Stittsville residents have been asking for a public high school for over 20 years. Stittsville is a fast growing community that has doubled in the last 10 years and expecting to double again within eight years from now. Surprisingly, there is only one high school (a Catholic one).
The document provides an overview of recent developments at The Chester Charter School for the Arts (CCSA). It introduces Keren White as the new Executive Director of The Chester Fund. It discusses curriculum improvements in areas like literacy and math, new after-school programs, faculty profiles, and plans to expand to include a full high school. CCSA aims to "teach to the best" by engaging students through an arts-integrated approach while also achieving good test scores.
The Superintendent's Bulletin provides information about upcoming meetings, professional development opportunities, curriculum updates, grant awards, and job postings. This issue congratulates the Sprague Elementary School for receiving the Blue Ribbon Award from the US Department of Education for high achievement and closing achievement gaps. It also recognizes a Wellesley student, Sarah Bradach, for having her photograph selected to be displayed at the US Department of Education. The bulletin provides the school calendar and information about enrollment opportunities and meetings for the 403B retirement plan.
The Superintendent's Bulletin provides timely information about Wellesley Public Schools such as meetings, professional development, curriculum updates, grants, and job postings. This issue discusses the ongoing work to resolve the FY11 budget, which currently has a gap compared to the guideline. It also includes information on upcoming meetings, professional development opportunities, and open positions.
This bulletin from Plymouth University's Learning Support and Wellbeing department provides information on the services they offer to students and staff. It announces staffing changes including a graduate intern leaving. It also advertises upcoming events through various departments on campus like talks, group sessions for managing anxiety, and laptop security markings. Faculty are encouraged to make students aware of the academic and wellbeing support services available.
The group created various action plans to advocate for lower tuition fees, including sending a letter to the Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities, donating items to a local child care center, fundraising online, creating a Facebook page, and circulating a petition. Through interviews with students in different financial situations and a survey, the group found that high tuition costs place significant financial burden on many students and can impact their ability to complete their education. The various advocacy strategies aimed to raise awareness of these issues and pressure the government to make post-secondary education more affordable and accessible.
2013 SVSD Facilities Planning Survey: Initial Data SummaryChris Alef
This document summarizes initial data from a facilities planning survey conducted by the Snoqualmie Valley School District. It provides demographic information about the 113 respondents, including that 65% were female, most were between 30-44 years old, and 68% had children currently or planning to attend SVSD schools. When asked about priorities for elementary, middle, and high school facilities, elementary was ranked first by 46% and high school third by 41%. Regarding high school configurations, there was agreement that one or two comprehensive high schools would best serve students rather than additional specialty schools. Most respondents supported expanding Mt. Si High School and constructing a new elementary school, as reflected in their past voting on bond measures. The document concludes with
The document discusses a group's advocacy project to lower tuition fees for post-secondary education. It provides background on why the group chose this topic and perspectives from group members who have paid tuition. It also shares research findings on rising tuition costs in Canada over time, the increasing hours students must work to pay for school, challenges with OSAP, and experiences of international, working and OSAP students. The group's action plans are outlined, including sending a letter to the minister, fundraising, creating a Facebook page and petition to raise awareness and push for more affordable access to education.
Disrupting Rural Poverty: …what State & Federal Legislators can do to helpRobert Mackey
The challenges faced by public schools operating in rural NY State where poverty levels are increasing rapidly and key resources, staff, time, and money, are not increasing at nearly the same pace. Presented at the DCMO BOCES Legislative Breakfast held on December 3, 2016.
1. The document discusses using text messaging to support underrepresented college students and reduce summer melt rates. Pilot programs found that texting increased college enrollment rates by 7.1 percentage points.
2. It describes examples of text message conversations between advisors and students to provide information and address issues like financial aid, academic support, and summer jobs.
3. The Academy of the Pacific Rim also implemented a texting pilot with alumni to provide support related to events, financial aid, careers, academics, and self-care.
The document discusses magnet schools and their role in school integration and choice. Magnet schools were originally created to promote voluntary racial integration through specialized curriculum offerings. They have become a widely accepted form of public school choice across urban and suburban areas. However, some argue that magnet schools may unintentionally lead to re-segregation if student admissions are based solely on race rather than socioeconomic factors. The Supreme Court ruling on the consideration of race in student assignments has implications for the future of magnet schools.
The document provides an overview and instructions for a walk-thru event at College Park High School. It outlines the steps students and parents should take to receive student IDs, class schedules, textbooks, and sign up for various school groups and activities. Students are assigned to specific dates and times based on their grade level to attend the walk-thru. The event allows students to get oriented before the first day of school and take care of necessary paperwork and purchases.
David Catania's Vision to Secure Our City's FutureMark Wills
This document summarizes David Catania's positions and plans on education issues in Washington D.C. It discusses his record of delivering funding for at-risk students and special education reform. It outlines his vision to ensure equal programming across schools, close achievement gaps, fund college access through the D.C. Promise program, strengthen career and technical education, and accelerate school improvement. The document provides background on challenges in D.C. education like disparities between schools and low graduation rates, and argues that Catania's proposals will help address these issues.
This document discusses the ongoing education crisis in America and proposes an alternative view of the problem. It outlines some of the poor academic performance statistics in the US and notes that students, parents, and teachers often have an inflated view of achievement. Common reform proposals aim to increase funding, standards, and competition, but the author argues these will not solve the root issues. The "real myth" is that schools must improve for student learning to increase. However, many students already excel through self-reliance and self-teaching regardless of classroom conditions. The key is shifting focus from teachers imparting knowledge to students creating it themselves through an awareness of their own learning process.
The bulletin provides information about upcoming meetings, professional development opportunities, job openings, and condolences. It announces workshops to explain mail order prescription benefits and lower costs for town employees. It also includes a farewell letter from an administrative assistant retiring after 14 years in the role.
The document discusses accountability in education. It begins by noting improvements in elementary student achievement but ongoing gaps, especially in high school. Accountability systems aim to support improvement by setting expectations, transparency, and targeting assistance. The No Child Left Behind Act set expectations for all student groups but had shortcomings. State waivers provided flexibility but also reduced focus on individual groups. An analysis found top-rated schools still had low performance for some groups, so ratings don't fully reflect support for all students.
Vermont experienced some serious violations of Ethics, Public Trust, Economic Hardships, Education Costs with needed School Consolidation for 21st Century STEM, High-Tech Start-Up Eco-Systems www.gilbertforsenate.us better access to information with accurate statistics at www.greenmountainrepublicans.org or President of Technology Award Earning Roth IRA/Roth IRA Rollover Business Models in order to grow good paying jobs with benefits. People are leaving Vermont due to an outdated, out of touch Socialist Democrat/Progressive Super Majority Destroying the Affordability of Vermont causing issues with all 3 E's. I love E, Economics, Education, Ethics.
Fairfax County Board of Supervisors - Public Hearing - FY2020 Advertised Budg...Tony Bennett Shivers
Written testimony submitted to Fairfax County Board of Supervisors supporting increased education investment in the Fairfax County FY20 advertised budget. The FY20 advertised budget fully funds Fairfax County Public Schools as passed by the Fairfax County School Board ($3B total budget that contains a $117.4M or 4.1% over FY19) with the priority of increasing teacher compensation to be more market competitive. Also urged the Board of Supervisors to work more with the business community to help support FCPS. Companies like Amazon, Blackboard, and Google are expanding their footprint in Northern Virginia. These companies should be helping to prepare Fairfax County students for the global economy.
The Superintendent's Bulletin provides information about upcoming meetings, professional development opportunities, curriculum updates, grant awards, and job postings for Wellesley Public Schools. The Superintendent discussed proposed budget reductions to close potential budget gaps ranging from $772,346 to $1,952,698 which would likely involve staff reductions. The Superintendent will present the proposed reductions to the School Committee on January 18th and they will vote on the FY12 budget on January 24th. The Bulletin also included information about coaching positions, administrative openings, and long term substitute teaching opportunities.
The article discusses a change in the parking policy at Peters Township High School where junior students are now able to apply for parking permits if they meet rigorous requirements, such as maintaining a 3.8 GPA or participating in extracurricular activities. However, some juniors argue that the point system is unfair because students with jobs and extracurricular commitments would still be unlikely to receive a pass even if they truly need it. The administration is experimenting with different solutions to address parking issues and will continue making changes in the second semester.
UK boarding schools look for well-rounded students beyond just grades. While test scores and past academic performance are considered, schools aim to accept applicants who will contribute to the school community. Interviews allow schools to assess students' work ethic, interests, and personality. While grades are important, passionate students who may have experienced an academic dip can still gain acceptance if they demonstrate strong soft skills and enthusiasm to participate in extracurricular activities. Schools seek culturally diverse cohorts and adapt their assessments to consider differences in educational systems and cultures across countries.
This document provides an overview of the basic structure and elements of an HTML5 template. It begins with a barebones template containing the doctype, html, head and body elements. The doctype has been simplified in HTML5 to just <!doctype html>. Several elements in the head like the character encoding and stylesheet link have also been simplified. The template includes an HTML5 shiv to provide support for new HTML5 elements in older browsers. The document explains each part of the template.
Ad age advertising century top 100 advertising campaignsDaniel Downs
This document lists the top 100 advertising campaigns of the 20th century as selected by Ad Age magazine. It begins with the iconic "Think Small" campaign for Volkswagen by Doyle Dane Bernbach in 1959, which is credited with revolutionizing advertising by using wit and self-deprecating humor. The summary discusses how this campaign changed advertising from motivational manipulation to more agreeable and effective storytelling. It also notes that 16 of the top 100 campaigns came from the 1960s, reflecting the significant impact of the creative revolution sparked by the Volkswagen campaign.
This document provides an overview of HTML5 basics, including:
- The background and need for HTML5 as newer standard to address limitations of HTML4.
- The basic structure of an HTML5 document and new semantic elements.
- Key new features like media elements for embedding video and audio, canvas for drawings, and drag and drop capabilities.
- Additional features such as local storage, offline support through cache manifest files, and Scalable Vector Graphics.
The Superintendent's Bulletin provides information about upcoming meetings, professional development opportunities, curriculum updates, grant awards, and job postings. This issue congratulates the Sprague Elementary School for receiving the Blue Ribbon Award from the US Department of Education for high achievement and closing achievement gaps. It also recognizes a Wellesley student, Sarah Bradach, for having her photograph selected to be displayed at the US Department of Education. The bulletin provides the school calendar and information about enrollment opportunities and meetings for the 403B retirement plan.
The Superintendent's Bulletin provides timely information about Wellesley Public Schools such as meetings, professional development, curriculum updates, grants, and job postings. This issue discusses the ongoing work to resolve the FY11 budget, which currently has a gap compared to the guideline. It also includes information on upcoming meetings, professional development opportunities, and open positions.
This bulletin from Plymouth University's Learning Support and Wellbeing department provides information on the services they offer to students and staff. It announces staffing changes including a graduate intern leaving. It also advertises upcoming events through various departments on campus like talks, group sessions for managing anxiety, and laptop security markings. Faculty are encouraged to make students aware of the academic and wellbeing support services available.
The group created various action plans to advocate for lower tuition fees, including sending a letter to the Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities, donating items to a local child care center, fundraising online, creating a Facebook page, and circulating a petition. Through interviews with students in different financial situations and a survey, the group found that high tuition costs place significant financial burden on many students and can impact their ability to complete their education. The various advocacy strategies aimed to raise awareness of these issues and pressure the government to make post-secondary education more affordable and accessible.
2013 SVSD Facilities Planning Survey: Initial Data SummaryChris Alef
This document summarizes initial data from a facilities planning survey conducted by the Snoqualmie Valley School District. It provides demographic information about the 113 respondents, including that 65% were female, most were between 30-44 years old, and 68% had children currently or planning to attend SVSD schools. When asked about priorities for elementary, middle, and high school facilities, elementary was ranked first by 46% and high school third by 41%. Regarding high school configurations, there was agreement that one or two comprehensive high schools would best serve students rather than additional specialty schools. Most respondents supported expanding Mt. Si High School and constructing a new elementary school, as reflected in their past voting on bond measures. The document concludes with
The document discusses a group's advocacy project to lower tuition fees for post-secondary education. It provides background on why the group chose this topic and perspectives from group members who have paid tuition. It also shares research findings on rising tuition costs in Canada over time, the increasing hours students must work to pay for school, challenges with OSAP, and experiences of international, working and OSAP students. The group's action plans are outlined, including sending a letter to the minister, fundraising, creating a Facebook page and petition to raise awareness and push for more affordable access to education.
Disrupting Rural Poverty: …what State & Federal Legislators can do to helpRobert Mackey
The challenges faced by public schools operating in rural NY State where poverty levels are increasing rapidly and key resources, staff, time, and money, are not increasing at nearly the same pace. Presented at the DCMO BOCES Legislative Breakfast held on December 3, 2016.
1. The document discusses using text messaging to support underrepresented college students and reduce summer melt rates. Pilot programs found that texting increased college enrollment rates by 7.1 percentage points.
2. It describes examples of text message conversations between advisors and students to provide information and address issues like financial aid, academic support, and summer jobs.
3. The Academy of the Pacific Rim also implemented a texting pilot with alumni to provide support related to events, financial aid, careers, academics, and self-care.
The document discusses magnet schools and their role in school integration and choice. Magnet schools were originally created to promote voluntary racial integration through specialized curriculum offerings. They have become a widely accepted form of public school choice across urban and suburban areas. However, some argue that magnet schools may unintentionally lead to re-segregation if student admissions are based solely on race rather than socioeconomic factors. The Supreme Court ruling on the consideration of race in student assignments has implications for the future of magnet schools.
The document provides an overview and instructions for a walk-thru event at College Park High School. It outlines the steps students and parents should take to receive student IDs, class schedules, textbooks, and sign up for various school groups and activities. Students are assigned to specific dates and times based on their grade level to attend the walk-thru. The event allows students to get oriented before the first day of school and take care of necessary paperwork and purchases.
David Catania's Vision to Secure Our City's FutureMark Wills
This document summarizes David Catania's positions and plans on education issues in Washington D.C. It discusses his record of delivering funding for at-risk students and special education reform. It outlines his vision to ensure equal programming across schools, close achievement gaps, fund college access through the D.C. Promise program, strengthen career and technical education, and accelerate school improvement. The document provides background on challenges in D.C. education like disparities between schools and low graduation rates, and argues that Catania's proposals will help address these issues.
This document discusses the ongoing education crisis in America and proposes an alternative view of the problem. It outlines some of the poor academic performance statistics in the US and notes that students, parents, and teachers often have an inflated view of achievement. Common reform proposals aim to increase funding, standards, and competition, but the author argues these will not solve the root issues. The "real myth" is that schools must improve for student learning to increase. However, many students already excel through self-reliance and self-teaching regardless of classroom conditions. The key is shifting focus from teachers imparting knowledge to students creating it themselves through an awareness of their own learning process.
The bulletin provides information about upcoming meetings, professional development opportunities, job openings, and condolences. It announces workshops to explain mail order prescription benefits and lower costs for town employees. It also includes a farewell letter from an administrative assistant retiring after 14 years in the role.
The document discusses accountability in education. It begins by noting improvements in elementary student achievement but ongoing gaps, especially in high school. Accountability systems aim to support improvement by setting expectations, transparency, and targeting assistance. The No Child Left Behind Act set expectations for all student groups but had shortcomings. State waivers provided flexibility but also reduced focus on individual groups. An analysis found top-rated schools still had low performance for some groups, so ratings don't fully reflect support for all students.
Vermont experienced some serious violations of Ethics, Public Trust, Economic Hardships, Education Costs with needed School Consolidation for 21st Century STEM, High-Tech Start-Up Eco-Systems www.gilbertforsenate.us better access to information with accurate statistics at www.greenmountainrepublicans.org or President of Technology Award Earning Roth IRA/Roth IRA Rollover Business Models in order to grow good paying jobs with benefits. People are leaving Vermont due to an outdated, out of touch Socialist Democrat/Progressive Super Majority Destroying the Affordability of Vermont causing issues with all 3 E's. I love E, Economics, Education, Ethics.
Fairfax County Board of Supervisors - Public Hearing - FY2020 Advertised Budg...Tony Bennett Shivers
Written testimony submitted to Fairfax County Board of Supervisors supporting increased education investment in the Fairfax County FY20 advertised budget. The FY20 advertised budget fully funds Fairfax County Public Schools as passed by the Fairfax County School Board ($3B total budget that contains a $117.4M or 4.1% over FY19) with the priority of increasing teacher compensation to be more market competitive. Also urged the Board of Supervisors to work more with the business community to help support FCPS. Companies like Amazon, Blackboard, and Google are expanding their footprint in Northern Virginia. These companies should be helping to prepare Fairfax County students for the global economy.
The Superintendent's Bulletin provides information about upcoming meetings, professional development opportunities, curriculum updates, grant awards, and job postings for Wellesley Public Schools. The Superintendent discussed proposed budget reductions to close potential budget gaps ranging from $772,346 to $1,952,698 which would likely involve staff reductions. The Superintendent will present the proposed reductions to the School Committee on January 18th and they will vote on the FY12 budget on January 24th. The Bulletin also included information about coaching positions, administrative openings, and long term substitute teaching opportunities.
The article discusses a change in the parking policy at Peters Township High School where junior students are now able to apply for parking permits if they meet rigorous requirements, such as maintaining a 3.8 GPA or participating in extracurricular activities. However, some juniors argue that the point system is unfair because students with jobs and extracurricular commitments would still be unlikely to receive a pass even if they truly need it. The administration is experimenting with different solutions to address parking issues and will continue making changes in the second semester.
UK boarding schools look for well-rounded students beyond just grades. While test scores and past academic performance are considered, schools aim to accept applicants who will contribute to the school community. Interviews allow schools to assess students' work ethic, interests, and personality. While grades are important, passionate students who may have experienced an academic dip can still gain acceptance if they demonstrate strong soft skills and enthusiasm to participate in extracurricular activities. Schools seek culturally diverse cohorts and adapt their assessments to consider differences in educational systems and cultures across countries.
This document provides an overview of the basic structure and elements of an HTML5 template. It begins with a barebones template containing the doctype, html, head and body elements. The doctype has been simplified in HTML5 to just <!doctype html>. Several elements in the head like the character encoding and stylesheet link have also been simplified. The template includes an HTML5 shiv to provide support for new HTML5 elements in older browsers. The document explains each part of the template.
Ad age advertising century top 100 advertising campaignsDaniel Downs
This document lists the top 100 advertising campaigns of the 20th century as selected by Ad Age magazine. It begins with the iconic "Think Small" campaign for Volkswagen by Doyle Dane Bernbach in 1959, which is credited with revolutionizing advertising by using wit and self-deprecating humor. The summary discusses how this campaign changed advertising from motivational manipulation to more agreeable and effective storytelling. It also notes that 16 of the top 100 campaigns came from the 1960s, reflecting the significant impact of the creative revolution sparked by the Volkswagen campaign.
This document provides an overview of HTML5 basics, including:
- The background and need for HTML5 as newer standard to address limitations of HTML4.
- The basic structure of an HTML5 document and new semantic elements.
- Key new features like media elements for embedding video and audio, canvas for drawings, and drag and drop capabilities.
- Additional features such as local storage, offline support through cache manifest files, and Scalable Vector Graphics.
This document discusses project-based learning, an instructional approach where students engage in collaborative investigations of real-world problems. It provides a brief history of how project-based learning emerged from developments in learning theory. Key aspects of project-based learning are described, such as using driving questions to structure inquiry projects and assessments. The roles of both teachers and students are examined, with teachers acting as facilitators and students responsible for self-directed learning. Research on project-based learning is mixed, finding it can be engaging but also stressful for teachers.
The document provides an overview of new features in HTML5, including several new semantic elements (e.g., <header>, <nav>, <article>), multimedia elements (<video>, <audio>), form controls, and APIs (e.g., geolocation, local storage). It also compares the <canvas> and <svg> elements, and discusses features like offline application caching, drag and drop, and web workers.
This document is a newsletter from Stayner Collegiate Institute that provides information to parents about upcoming events at the school and ways for parents to stay informed and involved. It includes details about parent-teacher interviews, school council meetings, guidance information on post-secondary planning, and extracurricular activities. The principal encourages parents to connect with the school through its website, social media, and by attending school events.
The student parliament at Georgetown District High School has been very active this year, organizing many events for the school. Led by Prime Minister Liz Colter and supervised by Mr. Estevan, the student parliament has over 20 members, the most in the last 5 years. Some of the events organized by the student parliament include the semi-formal dance, Halloween dance, and Christmas events. The student parliament has also raised money for charities. Elections for the next year's Prime Minister are coming up soon. The student parliament has been working hard and has contributed to a great school year.
The Superintendent's Bulletin provides timely information about meetings, professional development, curriculum updates, grant awards, and job postings. This issue announces that the Middle School renovation project was approved for $1.75 million in funding. It also discusses the proposed FY12 operating and special education budgets, and lists upcoming professional development opportunities and job openings.
The document provides an overview of activities and updates from the Andover Unified School District 385 in Andover, Kansas. It discusses accomplishments from the past school year, priorities for the upcoming 2015-2016 school year including classroom instruction and student safety, grants awarded by the Andover Advantage Foundation to enhance learning opportunities, and important enrollment dates and information for the new school year. It also highlights various events, activities, and achievements across the district.
The newsletter provides information about upcoming events at Winchester High School, including a PFA meeting on February 13th to discuss the STEM departments, a practice SAT on February 9th for juniors, and a pizza party for sophomores on February 6th. It also provides an update on the school building project, with the MSBA requesting details on 4 renovation/construction options, and announces a 4.82% increase to the FY14 education budget. Additionally, it advertises community events like the Relay for Life kickoff on February 6th and Rock for Youth battle of the bands semifinals on March 1st.
This document discusses opportunities for volunteering in public elementary schools and the benefits of such volunteering. It provides a long list of ways volunteers can assist in schools, such as tutoring, helping with homework, classroom assistance, playground supervision, and more. It outlines where to start in the volunteering process by contacting the school district or individual schools. It also addresses potential obstacles like background checks and training requirements. The document emphasizes that volunteers can make a big difference for students and schools are grateful for the extra support.
The Superintendent's Bulletin provides timely information about meetings, professional development, curriculum updates, grants, and job postings. This issue discusses transitioning to paperless payroll by signing up for direct deposit and e-notes. It also lists upcoming professional development courses and job openings in the school district.
- The newsletter provides updates on school activities, including clubs starting, athletic teams beginning conditioning, and an upcoming mandatory parent-teacher meeting for students with low grades.
- It reminds parents of the deadline to submit federal eligibility forms and the consequences for students who were previously on free lunch if the form is not turned in.
- Information is given on how parents can stay updated on their student's assignments and grades by emailing teachers or accessing an online program.
- A scholarship opportunity is highlighted that provides one-time $1,400 scholarships for high school seniors near a shopping mall, as well as renewable $2,500 per year awards in select cities.
The W.A.K.E. U.P. program aims to address issues facing minority male students through after school programming. The program will provide academic support in reading, math, and arts, as well as character building with mentors and guest speakers. Community partners like Big Brothers Big Sisters will also provide mentoring. The goal is to develop students' academic foundation, expose them to positive role models, and provide an outlet to discuss important issues.
The Superintendent's Bulletin from Wellesley Public Schools provides information about upcoming meetings, professional development opportunities, curriculum developments, grant awards, and School Committee news. This issue congratulates three teachers who gave birth during a snow day and encourages staff to take care during the upcoming weekend. It also announces various job openings, coaching positions, and professional development courses while providing the dates of upcoming school vacations and meetings.
The Superintendent's Bulletin provides information about upcoming meetings, professional development opportunities, curriculum developments, grant awards, and School Committee news. This bulletin announces that the Superintendent has presented a draft Action Plan for Equity and Excellence to address achievement gaps and is seeking input on the plan. It also provides updates on various school events and deadlines, including kindergarten start dates, School Committee meetings, and grant application deadlines. Positions available and training opportunities are listed as well.
The document announces new counseling services being offered at PSSC including a social worker, drug and alcohol counselor, mental health counselor, and guidance counselor to help students achieve their goals. It also announces a new court reporting program in partnership with Green River College that will allow students to earn college credits and prepare for a career with a high starting salary. The school is excited for the new semester and opportunities to support students' success.
The document is a newsletter from Bridgwater College that provides information to higher education students. It includes announcements about upcoming events like plays and open days. It also provides reminders about important dates like holidays and deadlines. Additionally, it introduces new services for students and encourages students to provide feedback to help improve their experience.
Senior Power Point Presentation 2009 10Nicole Coss
This document provides guidance and timelines for Algonac High School seniors regarding their post-secondary education planning. It outlines details about college applications, financial aid, scholarships, ACT/SAT testing, and timelines for specific tasks throughout their senior year. Students are expected to have a post-secondary plan on file with their guidance counselor prior to graduation.
This document provides information about various accomplishments and developments at Northeast Community College in 2016. It discusses Northeast graduating its largest ever class, several students being named to the All-Nebraska Academic Team, student-athletes earning academic honors, the addition of a new baseball program, and the opening of a new residence hall and dining facility. It also briefly mentions the start of a new dance team and opportunities for internships and field studies at Northeast.
The document provides an overview of activities at Westside Career Center for the Spring/Summer 2018 semester. It discusses guest speakers that visited student programs in engineering, marketing, law and public safety, automotive technology, simulation and animation, and health science. It also describes tutoring programs to help students in reading and math and prepare for standardized tests. Upcoming events are listed such as state conferences, an awards day, and testing. The counseling program activities of advising students on academic plans, arranging dual enrollment, and assisting with career and college preparation are highlighted.
This document is a newsletter from Stayner Collegiate Institute that provides updates on school events and information. It begins with a message from the principal noting that they are halfway through the semester and the school continues to be busy with learning activities. It then provides details on various topics like attendance policies, health services available, application deadlines for college and university, community service hours required for graduation, and upcoming school events and activities. The newsletter aims to keep parents informed about what is happening at the school and important dates.
This bulletin from the Wellesley Public Schools Superintendent provides information on upcoming meetings, professional development opportunities, job openings, and other announcements. It reminds teachers to submit comments on the Action Plan for Equity and Excellence and lists the upcoming school calendar including evenings, weekends, and holidays. It also provides details on training courses, benefits enrollment deadlines, grant applications, and coaching positions available.
This document provides information for a Back-to-School Night presentation for families in the Galloway Township Public Schools district. It outlines the agenda for the event, including updates on safety and security measures in the district, goals for the 2018-2020 school years, and a study being conducted on school configuration and attendance zones. Families are encouraged to complete surveys to provide feedback and get involved in school groups. The purpose of Back-to-School Night is for families to learn about their child's teacher, curriculum, and school programs.
The Superintendent's Bulletin provides timely information to Wellesley Public Schools staff such as upcoming meetings, professional development opportunities, curriculum updates, grant awards, and job postings. Due to several snow days this year, the Superintendent informs staff that they may need to add days to the end of the school year if snow days exceed five. However, high school graduation dates will remain as scheduled. The Bulletin also includes information about flu vaccines being available, an opportunity for teachers to request job shares or transfers, and grants available from the Wellesley Education Foundation.
Developing a mobile application curriculum which empowers authenticDaniel Downs
This document outlines a proposed mobile application curriculum that emphasizes authentic and personalized learning experiences. It discusses planning mobile app projects, popular development platforms like App Inventor and Android SDK, and instructional strategies like project-based learning. Examples are provided of student groups who took graphic design and conceptual approaches to create mobile apps. The document suggests strategies for implementing a mobile app curriculum and outlines student benefits like creating real projects and gaining career skills in design, coding, and debugging applications.
Module11: Creating A External Style Sheet and Creating A GalleryDaniel Downs
1. The document provides instructions for setting up an external style sheet to style a webpage containing an image gallery.
2. It instructs the user to select 5 images, place them in a folder, and create an HTML page linked to a CSS file to style the page and gallery.
3. Styles are added to the CSS file to control the layout and appearance of the page, paragraph text, horizontal rule, and image gallery elements when a user hovers over them.
Black hat SEO refers to aggressive techniques that focus only on search engines and not users, and may violate search engine guidelines. Examples include keyword stuffing and invisible text. Black hat is used for quick financial returns rather than long-term investment. It risks websites being banned but is considered an acceptable risk. White hat SEO refers to techniques that focus on users and follow search engine guidelines, like using keywords and backlinks appropriately. White hat is used for long-term website investment and is considered ethical.
Search engine optimization (SEO) is the process of optimizing a website to increase its visibility in organic search results. The document provides questions for the reader to answer after reviewing a Google SEO starter guide on adding important tags like title tags, meta descriptions, and H1 tags to optimize a website for search engines. It also lists some common SEO strategies businesses use such as optimizing content, HTML, links, and keywords to improve search visibility.
This document provides a quick reference to the hardware buttons and gestures used to operate an Apple iPad. It summarizes the primary functions of the Home button, Sleep/Wake button, Volume button, Side Switch, as well as gestures like tap, drag, flick and pinch to zoom. The summary also outlines how to access and use common apps from the Home screen like Safari, Photos, Mail and more. It describes how to connect to Wi-Fi and cellular networks, copy and paste text, and customize settings.
Index of jquery template 2 Minuteman Summer Web Dev.Daniel Downs
This document contains the code for a multi-page mobile app template created with jQuery Mobile. It includes five "pages" with unique IDs that can link to each other. The first page serves as the home page and links to the other pages for tutorials, a dialog popup, course information, and important links. Each page has a consistent header, content area, and footer structure but can specify different themes.
This document provides links to resources for adding different types of content to web pages using HTML and CSS including tables, videos, Google fonts, text animation, borders, iframes, and text effects like shadows and opacity. The links cover topics such as the most important CSS techniques, how to add YouTube videos, using CSS animations, CSS border properties, iframe generators, when to use the !important rule, CSS text generators, and CSS properties for text shadows and opacity along with any needed vendor prefixes.
Module 4 Minuteman Lexington Web Design Daniel DownsDaniel Downs
This document provides instructions and resources for creating the navigation bar and banner for a homepage. It includes links to video tutorials for creating a banner in Photoshop and tips for creating navigation bars using CSS and HTML. It also provides examples of CSS code for adding a background image and formatting fonts and text.
Module 3 Progress Codes Web Design Daniel Downs Minuteman Lexington MaDaniel Downs
This module teaches how to add content and style elements on a webpage using various HTML tags such as paragraph tags, break tags, font colors, images, header tags, lists, and links. Students will learn skills like HTML, CSS, design, and modern web challenges to create their own websites. The class will meet July 8th-23rd mornings and afternoons in computer lab 22.
Module 2 lexington minuteman web development basic layout templateDaniel Downs
This document provides instructions for a web design module in 3 steps. Step 1 has students copy HTML and CSS code into a template to create a webpage layout defining sizes and colors. Step 2 instructs on saving the file as an HTML page. Step 3 states the goal is to have a layout with a preferred color scheme to add content.
Module 1 Web design & Development Lexington MinutemanDaniel Downs
This document provides an overview of considerations for developing a new website idea. It discusses evaluating if an idea is original and useful, organizing the idea using wireframes or flowcharts, and presenting the idea. Design considerations include navigation, color schemes, layout, resolutions, multimedia integration, engagement, mobile design, and SEO. Links are provided to additional resources on coding languages, navigation, colors, wireframing, fixed vs fluid layouts, image sizes, embedding media, responsive design, and search engine optimization. The overall goal is to help structure a website concept and understand important design factors before beginning development.
This document provides an overview and instructions for a project to design an authentic mobile application. Students will work individually and in groups to conceptualize, plan, design, and develop a mobile app for their high school community. The project involves brainstorming content and features, creating an information architecture and layout, integrating design elements in Flash, and presenting the final app design. Students will maintain planning documents and share progress updates. The mobile app should address a real need in the school community.
Daniel Downs: Student Experiences In A Project Based Learning Technology Curr...Daniel Downs
The purpose of this qualitative study was to understand the group dynamic in PBL task delegation and technology skill fluency through the language of its participants. The researcher collected themes, experiences, and decisions depicted in the language of high school students as they negotiated a final project using computer technology tools to create mobile applications for their high school community.
Often in groups, teachers are not always part of the exchange of learning and necessary communication between students to complete tasks and negotiate ideas. This research assists teachers in developing strategies to better organize and guide groups in a PBL curriculum with technology so students can more effectively address the needs of projects independently.
In this research, the PBL curriculum promoted conversation and communication for delegated tasks amongst students and developing a sense of familiarity and cohesiveness in student centered groups. Scenarios which required the management of group members to complete the tasks required in the project were also prevalent. Group members shared critical vocabulary related to technology and the process of the project. Additional benefits included group approaches with the consideration of continually improving the project and also an increased awareness and appreciation for the technology used in the project.
The final mobile applications of the groups represent the combination of group process, technology, and addressing the authentic question in the PBL curriculum. Students were able to develop authentic projects which were the results of a variety of technology based skills, project management and conceptualization.
Blogger custom domain on go daddy blogger widgetsDaniel Downs
This document provides instructions for setting up a custom domain with Blogger using GoDaddy domain registration. It involves:
1. Creating a CNAME record through GoDaddy's domain configuration tool to link the domain to Blogger.
2. Creating 4 A records through GoDaddy's DNS manager to direct the domain to Blogger's IP addresses.
3. Configuring the Blogger dashboard to publish the blog under the custom domain.
4. Optionally, adding Google Apps like Gmail to the domain by creating additional CNAME records through GoDaddy.
Outline for action research prospectusDaniel Downs
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You have decided to go off on your own as a freelance webdesignerDaniel Downs
This project requires a freelance web designer to create promotional materials for their new business, including a logo, business card, brochure, and single page website. The designer must consider elements like positive/negative space, fonts, colors, layout, and content organization to ensure all materials work cohesively together and represent the business effectively. Completing all components will equal 5 separate design projects.
This document provides instructions for making a basic app layout and adding interactivity in Flash. It includes 6 videos that demonstrate:
1) Creating layers and frames for buttons, content, banners and pages up to frame 100
2) Adding stop actions and a banner that spans pages
3) Creating buttons on the home page to navigate between pages
4) Adding a back button to navigate back from other pages
5) Adding actions to buttons to go to specific frames for each page
6) Adding text and images to pages
Daniel Downs Technology Portfolio Final May 2013 final (1)Daniel Downs
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The document outlines a web design video lesson plan consisting of several parts: 1) integrating template layouts and adding navigation bars using HTML and CSS, 2) developing page content like forms and color schemes, 3) creating a web banner in Photoshop, 4) lessons on adding and styling divs, and 5) tutorials on navigation bars and CSS text tools. It also includes additional resources on fonts, layouts, code checkers, HTML5 tools, and mobile development.
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February 2012 newsletter
1. WINCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL
80 Skillings Road
Winchester, MA 01890 – 2853
Telephone 781-721-7020
PARENT FACULTY ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER ~ FEBRUARY 2012
Visit our website at www.whspfa.org
FROM THE OFFICE OF PRINCIPAL TOM GWIN
One of the action steps in the School Culture focus area is to expand the integration of
service learning into the curriculum. The development of a proposal by June 2012 for
senior year service learning is a benchmark for this action step. The Connect and
Commit Steering Committee will be working on this proposal for the rest of the spring.
If all goes according to plan, the proposal will be available for feedback from parents,
faculty, students, and the community in June. A number of high schools in the area have
end-of-year senior projects/internships that take place during the last few weeks of
school. (It should be noted that Advanced Placement students remain in their AP classes
until the AP exam is given.) These programs encourage students to experience education
in the real world, something that can be very valuable and productive during the last days
of senior year. Ms. Baker’s second semester Senior Focus course will concentrate on the
community of Winchester and pilot this kind of end- of-year project with her seniors.
You will be hearing more about this throughout the year.
MESSAGES FROM THE ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS
Parking and Driving on Campus ~ Students will not park in the visitor parking spaces
that are located in the front driveway of the school. Students who do not park in
designated areas, and/or who do not use good judgment in operating their vehicles, will
be denied the privilege of parking on school property. Violators of the parking
regulations will be ticketed and/or towed. Students who receive two parking violations
will lose their right to park on campus. The expectation of all drivers on school property
is that they obey the traffic signs posted on school grounds. The Police Department will
be notified of any violation of these posted signs and appropriate measures will be taken.
While parked on school property, a student’s car can be searched by the administration at
any time if there is reasonable suspicion about illegal substance or safety issues.
Winchester High School supports an on campus safety belt policy. Students who do not
use seat belts may lose their parking privileges at WHS.
Lost and Found ~ Items, found by staff or students, should be turned in to Lost and
Found in the Main Office. Students may check this area for lost items. Unmarked books
will be returned to the subject department. All unclaimed clothing items are donated
periodically to a local charity.
2. MESSAGE FROM SRO PALMER
Personal Property and Valuables ~ The high school administration strongly discourages
students from bringing excess money or valuable items to school. Likewise excess
money or valuable items should not be stored in lockers at Winchester High School.
Under NO circumstances does the Town of Winchester, Winchester High School, its
administration, or its staff assume liability for personal possessions brought to school.
PFA NEWS
FROM THE CO-PRESIDENTS
Carol Cashion and Jody Collins Skinner
An iPad in every backpack?
Last month we began an open conversation with Principal Tom Gwin about the future of
educational technology at WHS. How might we use technology to improve teaching and learning
in Winchester in the years ahead? Will tablets replace textbooks? Will better technology lead to
better learning outcomes? What will it all cost?
As part of the “Focus on the Future” Strategic Plan, a working group of WHS faculty, students
and parents are looking at the possibility of introducing “one to one” technology in our school –
one laptop or tablet device per student to deliver content and support instruction.
How would it work? Right up the street at Burlington High School, such a “one to one”
experiment is already under way. In September, 2011, iPads were distributed to all students,
school-wide. On Wednesday, February 1st
, at 7:30pm, Burlington High Principal Patrick
Larkin will be our special guest and talk with us about the launch of his school’s iPad
program. Bring your questions, bring your concerns and help us continue the conversation.
Members of the “One to One” working group will be present as well.
As a starting point, you may wish to listen to the January 24, 2012 discussion on WBUR’s “On
Point,” which framed some of the key questions very well:
http://onpoint.wbur.org/2012/01/24/future-of-textbooks
Happy listening, and we look forward to seeing you Wednesday February 1 at 7:30pm in the
WHS Library!
THE WHS PFA 2011-2012 DIRECT APPEAL
Please be sure to make your donation to the WHS PFA’s DIRECT APPEAL!
The Direct Appeal is the sole source of funding for the PFA’s budget, and funds raised through
the Direct Appeal fund important and innovative programs for students through the PFA
Grants Program, as well as the cost of equipment and supplies not included in the high school
budget. In recent years, Direct Appeal funds have been used to provide grants to all WHS
academic departments, the school library, and many extracurricular, enrichment, and support
3. programs for your students. Your contributions are important to our school community as they
are reinvested in programming, equipment, and supplies that your children benefit from. Please
help us to meet our budget!
The PFA's goal is to raise Direct Appeal funds through the contributions of 100% of WHS
families. Please be sure to participate! Although a contribution of any amount is very much
appreciated, we ask that each family consider making a one-time contribution for this school year
of $75.00 or more.
Thank you for your donation!
Checks made payable to the “WHS PFA” may be sent to Joanne O’Donnell, 9 Pierrepont Road,
Winchester, MA 01890. Please include the following information:
Name of WHS Student(s)
____________________________________________________________
Grade(s)
__________________________________________________________________________
Amount of Contribution $75______ $100________ $125_________ Other ________
PayPal - You may also contribute by making a quick and easy online transaction through a
PayPal account that the PFA has set up for the Direct Appeal. Make your contributions via
PayPal by clicking on the following link to the Direct Appeal page on the WHS PFA Website.
Direct Appeal Page. Please then click on the "Yellow Donate Button," which will open up
another page. On the check at the top of the page, please enter the amount of your donation in the
field under "Donation Amount" and then click "Update Total." This will bring you to the bottom
of the page where you can either log into your PayPal account (on the lower right hand side) or
pay by credit card (on the left hand side.) If you don't have a PayPal account, you don't need to
open one to pay by credit card.
For additional information, please contact Joanne O'Donnell at pfodonnell@verizon.net.
CLASS NEWS
CLASS OF 2013
Hosting Practice SAT & Free Follow-Up Strategies Workshop for Participants
Practice SAT, Saturday, February 4th
at 9:00 AM—WHS Cafeteria
Strategies Workshop, Monday, February 13th
at 6:30-7:300 PM—WHS Auditorium
The SAT is a reasoning test that most students at WHS take for purposes of applying to colleges.
There are three main reasons to take the practice SAT. First, it is a low-pressure way to take a
diagnostic SAT to see where you are and what you need to work on before you take the actual
SAT that will be reported to colleges. Second, SAT scores tend to improve with practice, so the
more practice tests you take, the more your scores should improve over time. Third, by taking the
practice SAT you will be entitled to attend a FREE Strategies Workshop to review your test
results.
4. Register online at www.kaptest.com or by phone at 1-800-KAP-TEST (While walk-ins are
welcome if space is available, we urge you to reserve your spot by registering now.) The cost is
$10 collected at the door. Bring #2 pencils and calculator!
REMINDER: The actual SAT is given several times during the school year so watch for info from
Guidance!
THE RETURN OF THE JUNIOR PROM!
The Junior Prom will be held on April 27th, the Friday after vacation, at the Lincoln School.
Like their successful fall fundraising sweatshirt, the theme is RETRO--the decor, photo
backdrops, and some music will harken back to the 50s, 60s 70s and 80s. So, we encourage
students to talk to their parents and grandparents, pull out those old yearbooks and take a look at
what the fashions were way back when, and start planning your own version of a Junior Prom.
Committees for decorations, entertainment/photo, food and beverage, and set-up/strike have been
formed. Anyone wishing to volunteer should contact either the class officers or the teacher
advisors. Class Officers: Kenzie Koss, Mike Marotta, Dan Boulanger and Alex George.
Teacher Advisors: Krystin Morin and Stephanie Kudlate
Anne Marie Hill & Lia Borrelli
Parent Advisors to the Class of 2013
CONNECT AND COMMIT
Connect and Commit Service Club Meets The Last Tuesday of the Month
from 6:30-7:30pm in the WHS Library
You can sign up for the opportunities listed below at the meetings or in the Connect and Commit
office, which is in the library of the high school. If you have questions about Connect and
Commit, visit Kristen Ritchie, Program Director, in the Connect and Commit Office or contact
Kristen via email connectandcommit@gmail.com or phone 781-721-7020 x1999. Check out our
new website at www.connectandcommit.org
Volunteer Opportunities & Events
Wednesday Feb. 8th
- WFEE Trivia Bee Help WFEE set up for and run their annual Trivia Bee!
Saturday Feb 12th
- TeenLife Boston Community Service Fair 12-4pm at the Chestnut Hill
Mall check out the TeenLife website for more information and to pre-register. C&C student
leaders will be attending to find new service opportunities for students. Go on your own or join in
with us. Email connectandcommit@gmail.com if you’re interested. www.teenlife.com
Monday Feb 13th
- Dessert Auction Fundraiser 6:30-8pm in the WHS Cafeteria. Join us for an
evening of sweet treats to benefit a great cause. More information to come!
Saturday Mar. 10th
- Boston Rescue Mission 7:30-10:30am, Volunteer for Saturday morning
outreach. Prepare sandwiches, soups and hot cocoa to hand out to the homeless on Boston
Common. 1 Parent Volunteer/ Driver Needed
5. Saturday Mar. 24th
- Greater Boston Food Bank 9:30am-12pm, The GBFB acquires food
through food industry product donations, food drives and financial contributions that enable them
to purchase additional high nutrient quality food. Help them feed Massachusetts residents in need
by sorting and packaging food in their warehouse. 3 Parent Volunteers/ Drivers Needed
Saturday April 28th- The Food Project 9:30am-12:30pm, Get your hands dirty at one of the
Food Project’s farms. Their organizational mission is to engage young people in personal and
social change through sustainable agriculture. The food raised on the farms is distributed through
Community Supported Agriculture programs, Farmer’s Markets and hunger relief organizations.
Parent Volunteers/Drivers Needed
SCHOOL NEWS
NHS STUDENTS OFFER “HANDYMAN” SERVICES TO THE WINCHESTER COMMUNITY
For four weekends in March, the NHS of Winchester High School will be offering their time, talent, and
“elbow grease” to provide help with any jobs that are needed throughout the Winchester community.
Groups of students, in teams of two, four or six depending on the size of the job, will be providing
assistance to those who cannot get to all the jobs on their to-do list. Students are available for such tasks
as painting, raking, shoveling, cleaning, shopping, moving, etc. Community members may schedule the
students for just one task or a number of activities for which they might need more manpower.
Students are available to work:
March 3-4;
March 10-11;
March 24-25;
March 31 – April 1
Please e-mail the NHS Advisor at nsmith@winchester.k12.ma.us to add your name and task to the list,
along with what weekend day works best. Arrangements will be made to coordinate the effort.
NEWS FROM THE TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT
The Computer Education Departments course "Developing MobileApplications" taught by Daniel Downs
is proud to announce the beta release of its mobile application on the Android Market. Please search
"Winchester High App" in the Android Market. Please visit the class’s work at
http://www.androidapplicationsclass.com . The app is a school utility designed and created by students
for students.
NEWS FROM THE ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT
On January 13, the WHS Swim Team met perennial Middlesex League champion, Reading High, losing
89-75. The meet began with a strong second place finish by the 200-yard medley relay team of Baynes,
Dinardo, Reid and Gable in1:49.57. Reid placed second in the 200-yard freestyle in 1:59.04 and
Kruszelnicki added a 5th place point in 2:16.99. In the 200-yard Individual Medley, Gable came in
second at 2:13.57 and Fosburgh took 5th. The team point total increased with Baynes' 3rd place and
Morreale's 5th in the 50-yard freestyle.
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Reid swam a personal best time of 58.85 to second place in the 100-yard butterfly. Garber cut off 6
seconds from his best time finishing 5th. Reid's time qualifies for North Sectionals. Gable raced to an
impressive 54.06 for second place in the 100-yard freestyle. Pompeo edged Morreale for 5th. Dinardo's
5:29.83 was good for first in the 500-yard freestyle. Donald Feng and Timothy Wong finished this
challenging event in 5th and 6th.
A time of 1:53.41 brought second place to the 200-yard freestyle relay team of Stoyanchev, Pompeo,
Fosburgh and Morreale. Brian Carney, Ian Park, Garber and Kruszelnicki finished 4th in 1:57.56 and 5th
went to Corey Miller, Eduardo Draetta, Ahmad Greene-Hayes and Marotta. In the 100-yard backstroke,
Baynes finished 3rd in 1:05.14 and Ryan 5th in 1:12.30. Dinardo was in 2nd place in the 100-yard
breaststroke with 1:12.30, Stoyanchev in 3rd with 1:16.33. Reid, Gable, Dinardo and Baynes finished the
meet with a 4:01.09 for 2nd place in the 400-yard freestyle relay.
NEWS FROM THE WINCHESTER FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
(WFEE)
A Big "Thank You" to the Class of 2011! January brought an unexpected and very generous donation
to WFEE. The Class of 2011 has given $5,000 to WFEE in support of a future WHS grant. In a letter
accompanying the donation, class officers Kate Wendell, Pawan Mathew, Kate Smith-Lin and Don Muir
wrote, " Because of your generosity and support of the Winchester Public School system, we have
received an exceptional education and a great experience which we will never forget." The Board of
Trustees of WFEE is very appreciative of this donation and looks forward to funding a WHS grant this
spring.
Time is growing short to sign up for the WFEE Trivia Bee on February 8th! Forms are available on
line at http://www.wfee.org/documents/2012WFEEBeeEntryForm_000.pdf. Even if you can't attend the
Bee, please join us in supporting our Event Sponsors, the En Ka Society, John Moriarty & Associates,
Pediatric Dental Associates of Winchester and Waterfield Sotheby's International Realty. All proceeds
from the Bee will support the WFEE 2012-2013 grants program.
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The Guide
A Monthly Newsletter from the
WHS Guidance Department
February 2012
Selective Service Registration
A recent mailing from the Selective Service
System’s District of Massachusetts office
requested that male students be informed of their
responsibility to register for Selective Service.
The letter states that, “By registering, the student
maintains his eligibility for student loans,
federally funded vocational training programs,
and Civil Service employment opportunities.” It
explains, “By not registering, he is in violation
of the law.” The Guidance Department is
alerting parents of male students 18 years of age
or older, who may be applying for federally-
sponsored financial aid programs, that the
student must register for Selective Service. The
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student
Assistance) asks whether the student has
registered with Selective Service. The student
becomes ineligible for financial aid if he has not
registered. A student may register for Selective
Service online at: www.sss.gov.
Senior Parents
Winchester Scholarship Foundation
Applications are available in the Guidance
Department. Applications are due no later than
May 15, 2012. Additional scholarship
opportunities are available on Naviance.
Senior Mid-Year Grades
During the senior year, when a student requests
that his/her transcript be sent to a college, the
transcript of the first three years is sent to
colleges. In February, after mid-year report
cards have been issued, a copy of the mid-year
report is automatically sent to all colleges to
which a senior has applied. The mid-year
report sent to the colleges reflects only the
student’s mid-year grades in each course.
Quarter grades, mid-year exam grades, and
teacher comments are not included in the mid-
year report. If a college requests to see the first
quarter report card prior to mid-year reports,
please see Mrs. Wilson in Guidance.
Sophomore Parents
An informative coffee for tenth grade parents
was held in January. If you were unable to
attend, please refer to the Guidance website for
the information presented.
During the month of January and February,
Guidance Counselors met with all tenth grade
students. Students received their password for
Naviance and completed the Do What You Are
personality assessment. Using results from this
assessment, students were then instructed on
how to use the career exploration tools. Please
review the results of these assessments on
Naviance with your child as this is the first step
in the postsecondary planning process.
Junior Parent Night
An informational meeting about the college
selection process was held on January 31. If you
were unable to attend the meeting, please refer
to the guidance website for the information
presented.
Guidance counselors met with all juniors during
the week of January 23. Students received a
yellow folder of information to help them begin
their post secondary planning. If your student
has misplaced their folder, a complete packet is
available on the high school guidance website.
8. Winchester Youth Center
458R Main Street
Winchester MA 01890
781-721-0906
www.winyc.com
winchesteryouthcenter@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/pages/Winchester-Youth-Center
The WYC offers something for everyone, we invite all WHS students to come check us out and find
out how to get involved.
SERVICE PROJECTS
Throughout the year the WYC Peer Leaders coordinate and participate in a huge variety of community
service projects. The Peer Leaders are committed to making a positive difference in the world and
encouraging others to do the same. We invite all WHS students who are interested in doing something
good for our community to stop by the WYC and find out how to get involved. Please check out our
website for a complete description of our service efforts.
RELAY FOR LIFE OF WINCHESTER
Help us bring Relay to Winchester!
Relay For Life is the signature fundraising event of the American Cancer Society
WHS students from the WYC and Connect & Commit are working with the American Cancer Society to
bring the first annual Relay For Life to Winchester.
Please join us at the
Community Interest Meeting
Wednesday, February 15th
6:30 pm
@ the WYC
Please like us on Facebook and show your support at www.facebook.com/pages/Relay-For-Life-
Winchester/286394611417158#!/pages/Relay-For-Life-Winchester/286394611417158.
We encourage everyone to start forming your teams of 8-15 people to participate in this incredibly fun
overnight event, raise money for the American Cancer Society, raise awareness about cancer, and honor
all of the Winchester residents who have battled this disease.
Please contact the WYC or Connect & Commit for more information.
SUPPORT THE WYC PEER LEADERS'
APRIL VACATION HABITAT FOR HUMANITY TRIP
During April vacation 28 of the WYC Peer Leaders will be participating in our 7th
annual Habitat for
Humanity trip. We will be traveling to Franklin, West Virginia to complete a week-long service-learning
experience building homes for families in need.
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We are currently working toward fundraising 100% of the expenses for our trip including a $5600
donation to Habitat for Humanity. Please contact us of you would like to make a donation toward this
amazing service-learning experience. Proceeds from all of the following fundraising efforts will benefit
our trip:
Dump Runs
Let us take care of your trash on Saturday, March 17th
. We are currently selling $10 dump run vouchers.
Raffle tickets—drawing April 9th
Buy your $20 tickets for the chance to win:
• iPad 2 *
• 4-pack Red Sox tickets *
• Live performance by The Dirt Dogs *
LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS
PEER LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Does your son or daughter have what it takes to be a peer leader?
If s/he has natural leadership skills, wants to have a positive impact on the community, likes to have fun
and make good decisions; then the answer is yes! The WYC peer leadership program is a youth group for
Winchester High School students who are committed to their community and serving as role models for
their peers. The Peer Leaders have weekly youth group meetings to work on further developing their
leadership, communication, interpersonal, and decision-making skills; plan for upcoming projects; and
have a lot of fun. They staff the Drop-in Center after school and serve as Project Leaders for all of the
WYC's service-learning projects including all of our special events and community service projects.
Anyone interested in joining this awesome group is invited to stop by the WYC for more information.
COMMUNITY NEWS
WINTON CLUB CABARET
The Winton Club presents its 2012 Annual Cabaret Fundraiser, “It’s About Time”, January 31 through
February 4, 2012, in the Winchester Town Hall Auditorium, 71 Mount Vernon Street, Winchester.
Cabaret Chairwoman/Producer Jean Buckley and the Winton Club invite you to join the fun and support
Winchester Hospital at the same time. Winton Cabaret is a great tradition and always enormous fun.
PLEASE JOIN US! For more information and tickets, go to: www.cabaret.wintonclub.org.
FROM THE WINCHESTER COMMUNITY MUSIC SCHOOL
Come celebrate WCMS's 30th Anniversary at our "Celebrating 30...Let the Music Play! Gala. Save
the date for March 31, 2012. Hope to see you there!
February Community Events at Winchester Community Music School
Thursday, February 2 7:30 PM-9:30 PM Open Mic Night. Open to the public, all instrumentalists and
vocalists welcome including solo acts, duos, and small ensembles/bands. A PA system, acoustic grand
piano, amps, and drum set are provided. Bring your friends and family to cheer you on as you try out
your latest song. Sign-ups begin at 7 PM or contact us to sign-up in advance. Light refreshments
provided. The event is free and open to the public. Held regularly on the first Thursday of each month.
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Free. For more information, check out www.winchestermusic.org or call 781-721-2950
Monday, February 13 7:00 PM Faculty Recital. WCMS piano faculty member Sarah Tocco performs in
a concert featuring the works of Chopin and Rachmaninoff. Nichols Performance Hall. Free and open to
the public. Proudly sponsored by the Rotary Club of Winchester. For more information, check out
www.winchestermusic.org or call 781-721-2950
Tuesday, February 14 7:30 PM-9:30 PM Blues Jam. These jams are fun, spontaneous, and a great way
to experiment with new techniques and skills in the company of fellow musicians. All instruments &
vocalists are welcome! Admission: $7 at the door. For more information, check out
www.winchestermusic.org or call 781-721-2950
Wednesday, February 15 7:30 PM-9:00 PM Broadway on Highland. If you love Broadway, come over
to WCMS and sing your favorite Broadway hit or join the crowd during our sing-a-long numbers. All
ages and ability levels are welcome! Singers from beginners to seasoned professionals are cordially
invited to strut their stuff during this fun evening. Accompanist is provided; run-throughs available from
7-7:30 PM. Free and open to the public. For more information, check out www.winchestermusic.org or
call 781-721-2950.
The Cornerstone Coffeehouse Presents an Evening of "Classic Rock Unplugged" With
Winchester's Premier Party Band, "SIX"
Winchester's self-acclaimed "premier party band", "SIX" will perform acoustic renditions of some of their
classic rock repertoire in their hometown on Saturday February 4th at 7:30 PM. The "unplugged" format,
popularized in the 1990s on by artists appearing on MTV, will be on display at the Cornerstone
Coffeehouse (located at the Second Congregational Church of Winchester – 485 Washington St.). Tickets
are $10 ($5 for students/seniors), and are available at the door. Coffee, tea, and a variety of desserts will
also be available prior to the performance and during intermission.
Five of the band's six (hence the name SIX...) members are Winchester residents. They include lead
guitarist/vocalist Walter Ogier, guitarist/vocalist Bruce Lauterwasser, bassist/vocalist John Swartz,
drummer Scott Gilmour, and keyboardist/vocalist Steve Bratt.
The Cornerstone Coffeehouse is a volunteer-run series of concerts sponsored by the Second
Congregational Church of Winchester, MA. The primary goal of the coffeehouse is to provide quality
local entertainment in a smoke-free, alcohol-free environment. Proceeds from coffeehouse events are
either used to fund the work of the church, or are donated to local charities. For more information, call
781-729-1688. More information about the band, including bios, photos, video links, and a listing of their
repertoire can be found at the band's website: www.ILikeSIX.com.
PARENT TO PARENT PRESENTS
Talking to your Child about Body Image and Nutrition
Thursday, February 9 7:30 – 9:00 pm
Next Door Theater, 40 Cross Street
Our culture is bombarding us with confusing nutrition and skewed body image messages. How can we
expect our children and teens to make sense of these messages that we struggle to understand ourselves?
Psychologist Jodi R. Galin and nutrition therapist Amy Aubertin will help you talk to your son or
daughter about body image, counter-act the idealized images in the media, and emphasize healthy food
without going overboard. This panel discussion will bring to life key protective factors that parents and
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caregivers need to know in order to help their growing children develop healthy eating and exercise
habits. Learn warning signs of childhood obesity and eating disorders that may signal a need for
professional attention.
Jodi R. Galin, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist with over fifteen years of experience specializing in the
treatment and prevention of eating disorders. She co-authored, Growing Together (2004), an obesity and
eating disorders awareness and prevention program. Amy Aubertin, MS, RD, LDN is a registered
dietitian and nutrition therapist who specializes in eating issues, weight issues and mindful eating.
Appropriate for parents of children of all ages, especially late elementary school and middle school.
Questions for the panelists may be submitted ahead of time by emailing
info@parenttoparentwinchester.org and at the talk.
FROM THE MULTICULTURAL NETWORK
Winchester In Transition
The Winchester Multicultural Network invites your participation in a town-wide conference, Winchester
In Transition (WIT), to be held on Saturday, February 11, 2012, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Town
Hall Auditorium. The purpose of the day's conversations is to help an intergenerational mix of people
representing non-profit organizations, local businesses, faith communities, and town government to
understand, embrace, and capitalize on a Winchester population that is becoming increasingly
diverse. Throughout the day, round-table discussions, a panel, keynote address, and group activities will
enable us to build a community that will remain socially welcoming, economically resilient, and
environmentally healthy for decades to come.
The Network's goal is participation from each of the town's organizations and governmental boards and
departments. Please visit the conference web site, www.gettowit.org, for more information. The date has
been chosen to avoid conflicts with other major town activities, so we hope as many people as possible
will be able to attend. It is important that we work cooperatively in carrying out our respective activities,
and the conference program will foster collaborative working relationships.
We invite you to add your unique perspective to the community conversation on 2/11/12. Contact
www.gettowit.org to register, ask questions, and offer your suggestions for the day.
Announcing Women Helping Women 2012
PROJECT RUNWAY: "WHO'S WHO IN THE HEADLINES"
CREATE A RUNWAY ORIGINAL INSPIRED BY YOUR FAVORITE CELEBRITY OR
HEADLINE!!
Thursday April 5, 2012 at Burlington Marriott Hotel
Tickets on Sale February 1, 2012 at Winchester Chamber of Commerce 25 Waterfield Road Winchester
info@winchesterchamber.com or call 781.729.8870