December is sneaking up on us!
On Tuesday, the 3rd, there will be several evening events at the school. Our monthly PTO meeting will be at 5, followed by a holiday concert, followed by a meeting for 8th grade parents.
On Thursday, the 5th, there will be a CPLT meeting at Wilbur Cross High School at 5pm. The Citywide Parent Leadership Team is a town-wide PTO and a place to work to influence things like transportation or testing, where city policies and practices influence our students directly. ESUMS should be sending more parents to this group, so please consider attending. They always serve a nice dinner, and it is good to be informed about the issues being discussed. You don't really need to RSVP, but if you'd like to be on the mailing list, please contact Danny Diaz.
Friday, November 29, 2013
Tuesday, November 26, 2013
Kids & Computers: Using vs. Programming
"Specifically, he was very comfortable with using something, but alienated from the idea of building something . . . The overwhelming quantity and user-friendliness of today’s apps and web-based services isn’t stretching users. It’s not confronting people with the need to understand computing, or to be creative in building solutions."
http://www.forbes.com/sites/netapp/2013/11/14/kids-cant-compute-problem/
(PS -- this is why students should join Coding Club, Mondays after school in Ms. Warner's room!)
http://www.forbes.com/sites/netapp/2013/11/14/kids-cant-compute-problem/
(PS -- this is why students should join Coding Club, Mondays after school in Ms. Warner's room!)
Yale Tech Internship
http://its.yale.edu/news/its-welcomes-new-haven-student-interns
Yale's IT department has a new program that takes summer interns. No application material for 2014 is yet posted, but it might be worth your student's attention.
Yale's IT department has a new program that takes summer interns. No application material for 2014 is yet posted, but it might be worth your student's attention.
West Haven Approves 50% Reduction in Building Fees
Thanks to the West Haven City Council for approving a 50% reduction in the fees due to the Building Department. And many thanks to UNH for picking up the other 50%.
Nothing should now stand in the way of the New Haven Board of Alders' approval of the project . . . .
Nothing should now stand in the way of the New Haven Board of Alders' approval of the project . . . .
Tuesday, November 19, 2013
Alert! West Haven Parents!
Time to contact your local representatives! The New Haven Board of Aldermen has decided to wait to vote on approving the school building until they find out whether West Haven will waive the permit fee! You can call or write more than one council member and urge that they vote to waive the fee.
http://www.newhavenindependent.org/index.php/archives/entry/esums_vote_delayed/
Here are their names and numbers:
http://www.newhavenindependent.org/index.php/archives/entry/esums_vote_delayed/
Here are their names and numbers:
Monday, November 18, 2013
Rocket Launch Tuesday 7:30 pm
Should be visible from Connecticut:
http://www.space.com/23627-rocket-launch-visible-east-coast-tuesday.html
http://www.space.com/23627-rocket-launch-visible-east-coast-tuesday.html
Sunday, November 17, 2013
Superintendent Inaugural Reception Thursday
Dear Parent Leaders,
Thank you for the work you do every day helping to make New Haven Public Schools places where all kids can rise! Parents are so important to New Haven Public Schools and our mission of helping all kids achieve success in college, career and life. As we embark on a new journey as a city and school district, we invite you to join us for an Inaugural Reception for Superintendent Garth Harries.
Please join us for this community reception to celebrate New Haven Public Schools and Superintendent Harries! Below are the details:
Open House for Volunteers at Beardsley Zoo
"Are you between the ages of 14 and 18, love animals & wonder about animal related careers? Or love animals & conservation & want to help spread the word to our visitors? Come to our teen volunteer open house on Tuesday from 6:30-8pm & learn about the Zoo's Explorer Post & Conservation Discovery Corp programs."
New Book by ESUMS Freshman
9th grader Daniel Molster has written an engineering book: Introduction to Lines and Sketching. You can order it from the school for $3.50. The school will get part of the proceeds from the sale.
Saturday, November 16, 2013
Coffee And . . . Dress-Down Fundraiser
There will be a Coffee And meeting for parents on Monday, November 25. If enough PTO members (10) can make it, we will hold some votes.
To support an 11th grade student who has just lost a parent, the Junior Class will hold a $1 dress-down fundraiser. 11th graders may dress down all week; lower grades only on Friday the 22nd. Of course, students may contribute more than $1 if they wish.
To support an 11th grade student who has just lost a parent, the Junior Class will hold a $1 dress-down fundraiser. 11th graders may dress down all week; lower grades only on Friday the 22nd. Of course, students may contribute more than $1 if they wish.
Friday, November 15, 2013
Bullying Workshop Volunteers
Thank you to the parents who signed up to chaperone this week's bullying workshops. The school decided to stagger the scheduling, so chaperones were not needed, but thank you so much for your willingness to help out!
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
Report Cards Tonight
Don't forget you must pick up your child's report card in person at the school between 4:30 and 6:30. While you are there, stay and meet a few of the teachers. The student council will be selling pizza slices, so you will not even miss dinner!
Monday, November 11, 2013
College Fair in NYC Nov. 16
Saturday, November 16, 2013, 11:00 am - 3:30 pm, Riverbank State Park
679 Riverside Drive at 145th Street New York, NY 10031
Speak to over 50 Historically Black Colleges and Universities campus representatives with The Malcolm Bernard HBCU College Fair providing: application fee waivers, scholarship awards, and on-site admissions. The Fair will also host college prep and financial aid workshops for students, parents, teachers, counselors and anyone interested in higher education. This is a great opportunity. Space is limited! Pre-Register today!
Also, there are still a few opportunities in November to attend the Financial Aid Workshops:
Friday, November 8, 2013
CPLT Meeting Summary
Thursday's CPLT meeting was rather uneventful. Sue Weisselberg debriefed us on Parent University and took feedback from participants. She also reminded parents that the Wellness Manual has now been published and can be viewed here http://www.nhps.net/node/3179.
A representative from New Haven Parks&Rec summarized some of the free winter activities they provide. Those are listed at http://www.cityofnewhaven.com/parks/.
I brought up the transportation issues raised by a group of our PTO parents. A parent from Daniels School concurred. Together, we wrote up a list of complaints, which Sue Weisselberg will look into. If issues persist, CPLT may form a transportation committee, if anyone from ESUMS wishes to join it.
Superintendent Harries said his Meet-the-Superintendent nights have been going well. He also gave a cursory summary of how he believes the BOE can cut $9 million from the budget without seriously affecting student education.
Members of the CPLT steering committee ran through the list of taskforces and committees for the benefit of new members. They also explained how one joins the steering committee.
A representative from New Haven Parks&Rec summarized some of the free winter activities they provide. Those are listed at http://www.cityofnewhaven.com/parks/.
I brought up the transportation issues raised by a group of our PTO parents. A parent from Daniels School concurred. Together, we wrote up a list of complaints, which Sue Weisselberg will look into. If issues persist, CPLT may form a transportation committee, if anyone from ESUMS wishes to join it.
Superintendent Harries said his Meet-the-Superintendent nights have been going well. He also gave a cursory summary of how he believes the BOE can cut $9 million from the budget without seriously affecting student education.
Members of the CPLT steering committee ran through the list of taskforces and committees for the benefit of new members. They also explained how one joins the steering committee.
Monday, November 4, 2013
Picture Day
Thursday the 7th for the Middle School; Friday the 8th for the High School. Students may dress up (not down) or wear uniforms.
Short Notice: Program this Afternoon
SORRY ABOUT THE LATE NOTICE!!!!!!
Yale is offering a nationwide High School enrichment program aimed at recruiting mi ority students into careers in the fields of Health and Science. Please visit http://onhsa.yale.edu/health-professionals-recruitment-and-exposure-program-hprep for more information. An open house will be held today from 4:30 to 6:30 PM at Yale School of Medicine, Hope BLDG, Room 216, 315 Cedar Street.
You must RSVP through the website.
Friday, November 1, 2013
Important: Report Card Conferences
A Message from the School:
"Good afternoon. Marking Period 1 Report Card Conference is Wednesday, November 13th from 4:30-6:30 pm. In order to address individual needs in an orderly fashion, we will be scheduling 5 minute parent/teacher conferences. Please contact Teresa Flowers 203-946-5882 to schedule an appointment with an individual teacher. We appreciate you cooperating in advance with this system to ensure that all are provided the same time. Thank you."
How will you know which teachers you need to speak with? Check your student's grades on powerschool.
"Good afternoon. Marking Period 1 Report Card Conference is Wednesday, November 13th from 4:30-6:30 pm. In order to address individual needs in an orderly fashion, we will be scheduling 5 minute parent/teacher conferences. Please contact Teresa Flowers 203-946-5882 to schedule an appointment with an individual teacher. We appreciate you cooperating in advance with this system to ensure that all are provided the same time. Thank you."
How will you know which teachers you need to speak with? Check your student's grades on powerschool.
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