Long Lake Central School Newsletter

Kenneth Slentz -  Superintendent               
 Frederick Short - Acting Principal

Superintendents Office - 624-2147                                           
Acting Principal Office - 624-2221
                                                                                       

Long Lake Central School Newsletter is published irregularly
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Long Lake Central School
PO Box 217
Long Lake, NY 12847-0217

From The Superintendent’s Desk…

As the warmth of April is rumored to be around the corner, I am sure that you will share my feelings of good riddance to a long, cabin fever-inducing winter.  I am finding that March Madness is not just a college basketball term, but one that is fitting for life in the North Country.  However, as we break into the months of spring, I find myself thankful for more than just the warm sun, but for a number of things that have occurred in the school.  Without the turkey, here is my version of Thanksgiving.

Community Forum

            Many thanks to the 50+ people who came to the Community Forum on March 10.  The issues discussed, namely school security and student fundraising, created a good deal of conversation and gave us clearer direction as we initiate some needed changes in these areas.  It is this type of involvement that allows us to proceed on solid footing.  Again, our thanks.

School Security

            As a direct result of the Community Forum and the Board meeting that followed, we are looking into a more reliable means of keeping our front entrance secure.  In all likelihood, we will be focusing on a surveillance/”buzz in” system to install over the course of the summer construction period.  In the mean time, I would ask that you please sign in and out of the office when you are visiting the school.  This is something that will be more strictly enforced in the months ahead as you will be asked to display your visitor’s pass when passing through the building.  Thanks for your help in keeping our school safe.

Student Safety:

In recent weeks there have been some unfortunate incidents involving student safety.  In true Long Lake fashion, a number of students came forward with critical information that allowed us to act swiftly and take measures that will keep our kids safe in and out of the building.  My thanks to the students who showed true commitment to their friends and community in the actions that they took.

Sportsmanship

            I am pleased to announce that the girl’s and boy’s varsity basketball teams won the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference league award for team sportsmanship.  This is a great success for our kids and one that speaks volumes of their character.  For the girls, this award adds to a string of similar awards for soccer and softball in recent years.  For the boys, this is the crowning achievement for a season of hard work, team spirit and dedication.  Congratulations to all players and on behalf of the community, the Board, the faculty and staff and the younger students that look up to you – thanks!

Kid Time

            As the pace of our lives quicken in the coming spring months, please continue to take time with your kids to read or be read to.  Competition between a good story and a good video game is fierce, but the long-term effects can lead to a significant change in the future of our students.  Similarly, we all need to remind our kids of their manners and that they are still important in a fast-paced world that is sometimes more akin to a jungle that a mountain retreat.  Simple things like opening a door for someone or saying please and thank you can make a big difference in how you feel about yourself and how others perceive you. 

School Future

            In the weeks ahead, I will offer another community forum on the future of Long Lake Central School.  While our short-term future (3-5 years) appears solid, the time thereafter is certainly more concerning.  A number of us met and discussed some options in this regard in the fall of 2002 and it is time again to have a larger dialogue.  While such dialogue may include nothing more than a statement of the obvious, it is nonetheless necessary for all of us to be equally informed on this most critical of issues.

Budget Time

            Since last summer, the business office has been working on the budget for the upcoming school year.  Each month since that time we have worked, reworked, and reworked again the expenditure side of the process, much of which is beyond our control.  While we have been able to actually save money in the area of health insurance, we have been astounded by the ever-increasing costs of the Employer Contribution Rates to the various retirement systems.  It is these uncontrollable costs that dominate the expenditure side of our budget.  Another area of savings this year in one of the few controllable areas is the intended purchase of a much smaller, 24-28 passenger bus.  This and other cost saving measures, while still providing for a high quality education, are the foundation of this year’s budget.  Please watch the mail for important dates and information and mark your calendars for May 18 for the budget vote.

            Returning to the concept of March Madness, GO SYRACUSE!!!

Kenneth G. Slentz
Superintendent


NOTES FROM THE MUSIC DEPARTMENT

March was Music in Our Schools Month.  The Central Adirondack School Music Association Festival was held on March 5 at North Warren School.  Students from Long Lake participated in the Senior Band, Junior Band and the Select Women’s Ensemble.

The Essex County Festival was held on March 12 at Moriah Central School.  We had students in the Concert Band, Jazz Band, Mixed Chorus and Women’s Chorus.

These All-County opportunities give our students a chance to participate in bands with full instrumentation and choruses where there is safety in numbers.  Students also have the opportunity to work with other conductors and meet students from other schools in our area.

The World’s Largest Concert will be an in-house Sing-Along with a delayed PBS broadcast on March 18.  Students in grades 2-4 will participate.

ARTS IN EDUCATION

On March 25, Leta Kelley, a teacher and musician from Plattsburgh, presented a program on the History of the Underground Railroad in Northern New York, with emphasis on the participation of women in the movement.  March is also Women’s History Month and the program ties into the 4th and 7th grade Social Studies curriculum.

Grades 1 and 2 saw a presentation by the TheatreBeyondWords in Lake Placid on March 12.  This was a story using theatre techniques, music and lights to tell the story of “My Father’s Circus”.

Details are being finalized for a photography residency with Darren Miller of Blue Mt. Lake.  Darren will work with Ms. Gannon’s art classes using different techniques of photography.

CLASS OF 2005

The Class of 2005 will be selling plants and hanging baskets for their annual Mother’s Day sale.  Students will begin contacting the community after Spring Break, and delivery will be in time for Mother’s Day gifts.  We hope to be able to offer some begging plants also, with delivery later in May.


THE BUZZ DOWN UNDER

Things have been quiet downstairs with Cookie being out, but not behind this door!

Graphics classes are working a 4-fold endeavor this semester. They are creating a variety of photo-essays as individuals, videos as teams, posters with a message via digital media and personal books pertaining to spring in Long Lake. We lost a couple weeks to basketball slide-shows, but we are back on track and should be swimming in a sea of activity through the rest of the year.

The product development team of Gary, Craig and Emmett are gaining ground in mechanical drawing while developing products of their own choice using metals, woods and plastics with every tool in the place.

The 8th grade has finished a unit on construction and manufacturing and are moving into a unit on communications, which is bound to involve most of our resources. When the weather breaks we intend to incorporate some abandoned boat parts from Mr. Baker into some sort of propelled watercraft while we study transportation systems.

The woodworking class is building a short run of picnic tables while studying manufacturing. What we do not sell directly, the hardware store has agreed to buy and resell. If interested please let me know through the office.

Well yes, things are buzzing, birds are chirping, trees are budding and the sun is shining. All is well down under.

·        Mr. Rick Beardsley

STUDENT COUNCIL FUNDRAISER

Hot new LLCS T-Shirts on-sale NOW

STUDENTS, PARENTS and COMMUNITY MEMBERS

As you may or may not know the Student Council is selling newly designed t-shirts in an effort to reduce the costs of the Prom and other future Student Council events. Quite a few students and teachers have been seen wearing them around town and now is your chance to get in on the action. The attractive black short sleeve shirt is available for only $17 (3 or more at $15 each) through your Student Council representative or in Mr. Pine’s room. Sizes range from small to extra large, but with only 37 shirts left, don’t wait too long as some sizes are limited. Show your school spirit and get your LLCS t-shirt today.

THANK YOU!

Many thanks to all who have sent cards, letters and gifts during my recent illness.  Your thoughts and prayers have helped me through each day.  Each time I open a card, I think what a wonderful place we live where we all care about each other.  My sincere thanks.

·        Mrs. Karin Cook

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE

     Our Organic Garden Project is underway!  Maybe spring will cooperate??  Below is a list of supplies which I hope you can help us out with.  If you find you have anything you would like to contribute to our cause, please contact me at school, 624-2221.

     We are looking for small tools which children can use:

          Hand trowels, Small hand cultivators, child-size garden shovels, and  a couple of adult size Small watering cans, A few garden rakes, again child size, and a couple of adult size. Also, a wheelbarrow or garden cart-if the wood has deteriorated, our technology  classes can rebuild it! Fabric cloth.

     Our wood for the raised beds has been ordered and is being donated by Speciality Wood Products in Bloomingdale.  We will be in need of peat moss and organic compost if anyone has any they are not using.  Monetary donations are always acceptable.  I will not be doing a mailing to area businesses as originally mentioned.  We will be dealing through this newsletter and personal contacts.  I will keep you posted on our progress in upcoming newsletters!

·        Ms. Deborah Havas

ORGANIC COMPOSTING AND GARDENING WORKSHOP

Sat., May 1, 2004 10:00-2:00 p.m.

Long Lake Central School

Presented by mother/daughter team Wynde Kate Keough and Debby Havas

This is a family educational experience to be shared by anyone wishing to reduce waste in the home through composting, or anyone hoping to have an organic garden in our short growing season.  Topics covered in our discussions include:  aspects of composting-how does it work, what materials are needed to construct a compost pile/bin, what it means to garden organically, types of gardens ranging from raised beds, containers, plots, forest gardening, companion planting, and crop rotation, how to make a garden deer resistant, and how to extend the growing season.  We will be constructing an example of a compost pile, and planting small container herb gardens to be taken home by participants.  A light organic lunch will be served.  Because of these expenses, $5.00 per person will be collected at the beginning of the session, in addition to the cost of the course, which is $10.00/person.  The class is limited to 16 people to ensure that everyone is able to participate, so call the school for reservations.  Please bring a plastic water jug and any RAW FRUIT OR VEGETABLE scraps you have collected to add to the compost pile.  We will meet at the picnic tables in front of school.  If it is raining, we will meet in the FCS room on the third floor.  We look forward to sharing this event with you and your family.  Please register by calling Vickie at school (624-2221) ASAP.

ADULT EDUCATION WELLNESS CLASSES TO BEGIN

MONDAYS beginning April 26, 5:00-7:30 p.m. 

Classes will include some yoga stretching, presentation of the feature topic, cooking of the feature recipe, eating the light supper and relaxation stretches before returning home.

Topics:  The Role of Vitamins in the Body and the Necessity For a Healthy Lifestyle, The Role of Minerals in the Body and the Diet, The Healing Powers of Juice Fasting, three sessions on personalizing our own unique diet based on our metabolic/autonomic dominance and mind/body constitution. 

Class Size:  Limited to 10

Cost: Total of $20 (Adult Ed. fee plus cost of organic ingredients)

Registration: call Vickie at school (624-2221) ASAP to sign up for the Monday set of 6 Wellness classes.

TUESDAYS beginning May 4, 5:00-7:30 p.m. BRAND NEW classes.

Format:  Same as other class

Topics:  The Healing Power of Herbs (2 classes), Nutrition and ADD/ADHD, Enzymes for Longevity

Class Size:  10

Cost:  Total of $20 (Adult Ed. Fee plus cost of organic ingredients)

Registration:  call Vickie at school (624-2221) ASAP to sign up for the Tuesday set of 4 Wellness classes.

2LT ANDREW PRATT DEPLOYED TO IRAQ

2LT Andrew Pratt (Class of ‘98’) has recently been deployed to Iraq. Pratt, a tank commander in the US Army, is assigned to Alpha Company, First Battalion, 35th Armor Regiment in the 2nd Armor Division.  Andy graduated from The US Military Academy at West Point in May of 2003 where he consistently was on the Dean’s List. Andy was commissioned upon graduation and subsequently completed armor training during the summer of 2003.  Friends and well-wishers may write to him using e-mail at bobflange03@yahoo.com or regular mail addressed to:

2LT Andrew Pratt
A CO. 1-35 AR
CMR 405 Box 2248
APO 09034

2LT Pratt is the son of Mrs. Valerie Galvagni and Donald Pratt of Long Lake.

Long Lake Central School Technology Update

 

Please continue to check our web site daily

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www.longlakecsd.org

It does change!

 

 

Student Review and Assessment on the Internet

School Island

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www.schoolisland.com

Long lake Central  has purchased for all 7-12 students a web-based student review product produced by School Island.

It is accessible from any computer connected to the Internet at school or at home - 24 hours per day/7 days per week/52 weeks per year. 

Once an initial teacher has introduced students to the program they will receive their login user ID names and passwords.  Teachers can assign topics to cover or students can explore on their own.  Ask your child to show you how it works.

There are 4 main features of School Island:

The Question and Answer Activity allows students to work with field-tested questions to assess where additional study is required.  Sessions targeted to specific need can be easily created.   Each question features hints, reason, and fully defined vocabulary.

Reference Tables (available for selected Math and Science courses) can be accessed while answering questions.

The Vocabulary and Flash Card Activities allow students to review hundreds of required vocabulary terms.

The Constructed Response and Essay Activities (available for selected courses) helps students develop their written response skills.

Courses currently available at School Island include:

Language Arts:  English

Science:  Living Environment, Biology, Earth Science, Chemistry, Physics

Mathematics: Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Sequential I-II-III, Math A, Math B

Social Studies:  Global History & Geography, US History & Government, AP European History, Economics, AP United States History, Citizenship

If you have any questions about School Island, please contact Mrs. Ordway at 624-2221.

Guidance News – March

Senior College Acceptance Letters – Timber Armstrong (Clarkson University, St. Bonaventure University), Kate Smith (Santa Fe Community College/Zoology program)

Summer programs are available at various colleges every year. These are usually week long programs exploring academic programs or participating in sports camps. These are excellent opportunities for kids to stretch their skills, meet new friends and explore college options. For instance, Alfred University has programs for high school students in Astronomy, Business, Creative Writing and Swimming. Students can find out more at www.alfred.edu/summer. Carnegie Mellon has a junior/senior summer academy for math and science and a pre-college fine arts program. Applications are due April 1st. Info is available in the guidance office or online at www.cmu.edu.

SUNY Plattsburgh has a new scholarship available for freshmen and transfers for community service. The scholarship is geared toward students with a history of commitment to community service and at least an 85% high school average. The $2500 scholarship can be used for tuition, fees or room and board. Many colleges and foundations offer scholarships for community service. It is one of the most important areas for students to focus on in their high school career.

K-6 Guidance Classes – Issues discussed in grades K-2 have included talking to appropriate adults when something is bothering us, personal responsibility for pets, the need to keep trying with difficult things, physical abuse, why not to share others’ secrets or gossip and appropriate times to tell secrets (when someone is in danger). Grades 3-6 have continued to explore careers in the fields of natural resources, science and engineering, communications, business, construction, manufacturing, marketing, agriculture, environment, health, marine science, public service, consumers, fine arts, hospitality, personal service and transportation

9-12 Students - Information was given to juniors and seniors on how to choose a major, how to search for scholarships, guidelines on financial aid and how to get along with your college roommate. Grades 10-12 were given an article on the current hottest career fields. We’re focusing on scholarship applications for the spring and seniors have received information and applications on the following scholarships: Amy Bindelglass Memorial Scholarship application, Lottery scholarship applications, NYS Broadcasters Association Intern Program, NYS Regents Health Care Opportunity Scholarships, NYS Regents Professional Opportunity Scholarships, Americorps Education Awards, Awards for Children of Veterans, Aid for Part-Time Study, NYS Memorial Scholarships. Don’t forget that the Colburn Foundation Scholarship application is due to the Guidance Office on April 1st and the Klue Foundation Scholarship is due to the Guidance Office on May 1st.

BOARD MEETING MINUTES

REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
FEBRUARY 11, 2004

Mr. Kenneth Slentz, Superintendent, introduced music program substitute teacher Mr. Tom Gegenheimer.

Minutes of the January 28, 2004 meeting were approved as amended.

Next meeting is Wednesday, February 25, 2004 at 7 p.m. in the cafeteria.

Treasurer’s Reports, Warrants & Budget Transfers were approved.

The Business Manager, James Bateman, presented the second draft of the General Fund budget for 2004-2005.

Mr. Slentz presented the second quarter honor roll and the results of the recent Math A test.

A meeting involving the district, Questar BOCES and Franklin-Essex-Hamilton BOCES to discuss Distance Learning was reported on.

Mr. Slentz walked the board members through our science course requirements, from elementary through high school.

A listing of local Regents course offerings was distributed.

Due to Mrs. Karin Cook’s absence, Mr. Fred Short was appointed Acting Principal effective February 12, 2004.

Ms. Pamela Carpenter was approved to substitute, pending fingerprint clearance.

Mrs. Rose-Marie Ordway, Business Teacher, was praised for her efforts in designing the district’s webpage.

The Board approved $1,800 to support another successful Family University Night.

A meeting with NYSEG and Bernier, Carr and Associates regarding coordination of the upcoming Electrical Service Upgrade project was reported on.  A meeting with the district and Bernier, Carr to initiate advance planning for the 2004-2005 renovation of Technology and Family Consumer Science classrooms was reported on.

Local lockdown procedures were reviewed.

An update on the Fitness Center was given via a memorandum from Mr. David Olbert, Athletic Director.

The current tenure process was discussed and consent was given to continue with current practice.

Mrs. Susan Virostek was granted tenure in Special Education, effective September 1, 2004.

 

REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
FEBRUARY 25, 2004

 Minutes of the February 11, 2004 board meeting were approved.

Next board meeting is March 11, 2004 at 7 p.m. in the cafeteria.

The condition of the district’s tennis courts was discussed.

Bernier, Carr & Associates scheduled a prebid conference on Thursday, March 4, 2004 in preparation for this summer’s construction projects.  Sealed bids will be opened on Thursday, March 18, 2004 at 5 p.m. in the cafeteria.

Mr. Kenneth Slentz, Superintendent, has been reviewing the district’s security issues.  A community meeting is scheduled for March 9, 2004 to get community input on this as well as senior trip issues.

The 2004-2005 school year calendar was approved.

Ms. Wynde Kate Keough will be offering ten adult education wellness classes.

Mr. Brian Farr was nominated for membership on the Franklin-Essex-Hamilton Board of Cooperative Educational Services for a three year term of July 1, 2004 to June 30, 2007.

A discussion of budget development approaches was held.

The Board had no objections to Newcomb Central School elementary basketball team practicing with our team.

  Mrs. Stacey Howe and Mr. Tony Clark were commended on their custodial efforts during winter break.

REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
MARCH 11, 2004

Minutes of the February 25, 2004 meeting was approved.

The Board approved this year’s prom at the Blarneystone on Saturday, May 15, 2004 from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. for grades eight to twelve.

The next board meeting is Wednesday, March 24, 2004 at 7 p.m. in the cafeteria.  The April meeting will be Wednesday, April 21, 2004.

Treasurer’s Reports, Warrants and Budget Transfers were approved.

     Mr. James Bateman, Business Manager, expects the overall budget increase to be approximately 1%, barring last minute external factors.

The district wide property appraisal  is scheduled for March 18-19, 2004.

Mr. Kenneth Slentz, Superintendent, stated 25 contractors to date had picked up plans for this summer’s capital projects.

Bernier, Carr and Associates continue developing plans for proposed renovation of the Family Consumer Science and Technology classrooms.

  A recap of planned, projected and potential capital projects was discussed.

In light of this summer’s capital projects, the fitness center will be closed during the summer construction season.

The school will offer Advanced Foods and Vegetarian Cooking courses in 2004-2005.

Mr. Slentz reviewed his use of the District Planning and Professional Development Committees, and the Administrative Team.

Coaching appointments:  Ms. Bernice Burnham, Gymnastics Club; Mr. Gary Baker, Tennis Club; Mrs. Karin Cook, Golf Club; Mr. Chip Farr, Girl’s Varsity Softball; Mr. Dave Olbert, Boy’s Varsity Baseball; Mr. Jim Piraino, Boy’s Modified Baseball.

Ms. Deborah Havas, FCS Teacher, was authorized to conduct an Organic Gardening Workshop on Saturday, May 1, 2004 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

A field trip to Boston for grades 7 and 8, with Newcomb and Johnsburg students, was approved for May 6-9, 2004.

The boy’s and girl’s varsity basketball teams both received the MVAC Sportsmanship Award this season.

Mr. Bill Sandiford and Mr. B.J. Rehm were approved as substitutes, pending fingerprint clearance.

Full board minutes are available in the Main Office during regular school business hours and are available on-line at www.longlakecsd.org.

SWISH

By
William Cortis
English 7

A minute and a half to play,
We had possession of the ball.
Sprinting down the court,
Hoping my team would pass me the ball,
Chance for a lay-up.
Instead we lose possession
The opposition makes a swish,
Three seconds left.
I have the ball at half court
The crowd screams
“shoot the ball.”
I jump, the ball rolls off my fingertips
I hear the swish.
The ball bounces on the court,
The net still swinging.
I’m so happy
I foul a teammate.
The coach says “game over”
I shake his hand
“I made the last basket
from half court.”
He is in denial.

THE GREAT NEW YORK READALOUD

Mark your calendars once again for the Great New York ReadAloud, Wednesday, April 21, 2004, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Long Lake Library.  Hosted by Deborah Jones and Russ DeFonce, kids of all ages are invited to bring family and friends to celebrate the joy of reading.  Unite with libraries across the state who will share reading and discuss its value for success, lifelong learning and just plain fun.  Put on your pajamas, or dress up as your favorite storybook character, and join a few of our Long Lake friends as they enthusiastically read aloud some of your favorite stories!  Refreshments will be served.  For more information, call Deborah Jones at 624-6015.

MORNING PROGRAM

Kailah Armstrong received the “Student of the Month” award for February in Morning Program.  Kailah received this award for working very hard on her schoolwork and showing great improvement in her grades.  She takes her Morning Program jobs seriously and is always ready to help.  She is a good friend to others and a good role model.  Congratulations, Kailah!

HELP WANTED

Lifeguards (3) needed for 2004 summer at the Long Lake Town Beach.  Must meet NYS Certification requirements prior to starting work (Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR for Professional Rescuer, 16 years of age).  Preferred starting date 6/12 but must be available by June 28.  Season closes late August.  Contact Robert Gibson, 518-624-3682, E-mail longlake@telenet.net.

Water Safety Instructor needed for 2004 summer at the long Lake Town Beach.  Must meet NYS Certification requirements prior to starting work (WSI, Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR for Professional Rescuer, 18 years of age).  Starting date by June 28.  Season closes late August.  Contact Robert Gibson, 518-624-3682, E-mail longlake@telenet.net.

 

SPRING MUSICAL

APRIL 24-25,2004

After a bit of a delay, the Music Department regrouped and decided on a way-off Broadway musical titled “American Beauty.”  It is the story of seven young women on their quest to win the title of Miss Delta Queen.  Detours take the audience back and forth in the lives of the seven hopefuls, played by Anna Pratt, Claire Black, Sara Lamos, Alex Holton, Leah Lamos, Heather Black and Hannah Lamos.  Kyle Austin has the role of the Master of Ceremonies of the pageant.  There are funny times, touching moments and an interesting look behind the scenes of American beauty pageants.  Karen Butters is directing with assistance from Anna Pratt, student director, and Claire Black, accompanist.  Tom Gegenheimer and Sharon Waagner are also helping out.

WE COULD USE:  white lights in clear plastic tubes; dress shoes from all eras; evening gowns (white or light colored); a folding screen; vanity table; wigs or hairpieces.  Please call the Main Office if you have items you would like to loan or donate.

The play is scheduled for Saturday, April 24, at 8 p.m. and Sunday, April 25 at 3 p.m.

 

AMERICAN BEAUTY  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Long Lake Parent-Teacher-Student Association News
Camille Nerney, President 624-5351
Michelle Billings, Vice President 624-9810
Lorrise Adams, Tresurer 624-4372
Paula O'Brien-Piraino, Secretary 624-6317

The PTSA has secured the services of several experienced child care providers to ensure supervised fun for toddlers through 6th graders during Family University on April 23. Children will be divided into groups with age-appropriate activities. Parents, drop off the kids after dinner and attend some workshops-just for you!

May 3-7 is Teacher Appreciation Week! The PTSA will once again be cooking up for a fabulous dinner for our wonderful teachers. Teachers, watch your mailboxes for your invitations with date, time and menu. Calling all chief cooks and bottle washers! If you are interested in helping with the Teacher Appreciation Dinner, please contact a PTSA officer (numbers listed above).

We are considering running the concession stand again during baseball-softball season. Please contact Nancy Wallace at 624-5513 if you are interested in helping to organize this popular service.

Got Box Tops? Please hand in your Box Tops for Education to the PTSA mail basket in the Mail Office. The same goes for used printer cartridges-these are easy ways to help raise funds (as will as protect the environment in the case of cartridges) for our students. Thanks for your support!

We have been working on the establishment of an annual award in memory of Will Geiger, called the Peacemaker Award. Losing Will has (painfully) reminded us that we must cherish our children, and that we must applaud not only academic success and athletic prowess, but also kindness, fairness, politeness…qualities that make us decent human beings; qualities that may be taken for granted or go quietly unsung. To nominate a student in grades 7 through 12 for this award, please complete an application found in the Main Office next to the PTSA mailbox by 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 20th. All nominations will be kept confidential. Please contact Camille Nerney with questions.

The PTSA meets the third Thursday of each month in the cafeteria. However, our next meeting will be held on April 22, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. due to school vacation.