Really Interesting Science Saturday This Week

SCIENCE ON SATURDAY: “Neutrino, Dark Matter, & the Arctic”

Professor Reina Maruyama (Physics)

Saturday, March 1^st 2014

10am-11am: Science Demonstrations

11am-12pm: Lecture

Sterling Chemistry Lab, 225 Prospect St.

FREE and open to the public.

Join us for a Science on Saturday lecture featuring Physics Professor Reina Maruyama.  Science on Saturdays is a special lecture series designed for families that brings the excitement of research and the passion of scientists to “kids” of all ages.  Each event involves a lecture by a Yale professor and engaging science demonstrations run by Yale college students. The topics explored are for 7th graders and above. http://onhsa.yale.edu/science-saturday-lecture-demonstrations-4

Photo of ESUMS Student in the Newspaper

Students from Ms. Criscuolo's 9th grade History class attended an evening lecture at the New Haven Museum.  Nice photo of Destiny Robinson.

A Few Quick Reminders

(1) Tomorrow, Wednesday Feb. 26, don't forget to send in some snacks for those hard-working Juniors taking the S.A.T.

(2)  Tomorrow is also the Citywide Magnet Fair.  Please contact Ms. Jenkins with questions or if you'd like to help out.

(3)  A note from Ms. Jenkins:  "This Friday our school will undergo compliance review by representative from the federal department of education.  As part of the review they would like to speak with any available parents to take part in a brief panel discussion.  We know this is a last minute request, but if any parents are available it would be great!  The reviewers are looking to get insight from parents on why we chose ESUMS for our children and how we feel the curriculum is. The panel will take place at 10:15."

ESUMS/UNH National Engineers Week Activity POSTPONED

to March 8.  There is still a chance to participate in this great event!  (If image doesn't load, please click here.)

Free Online Course in Space Systems Engineering

Are you interested in Space Systems Engineering? Saylor Academy, in collaboration with NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, is offering a free, online, six-week course in Space Systems Engineering beginning on March 3rd. Click the link to register or to find out more!

http://www.saylor.org/2014/02/blog-announcement-space-systems-engineering-course-starts-march-3rd/

Did you know that NASA offers a LOT of free learning opportunities like this? Here's a link to offerings for all age groups:

http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forstudents/current-opps-index.html#.UwfROs6lHAD

Video of ESUMS Black History STEAM Night

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8AXexJDXjw&feature=share

ESUMS Engineering Week Activity

5th – 10th Grade Students Invited To Workshops at UNH Feb. 22

 Engineering and science workshops for students in 5^th to 10^th grade will take place at the University of New Haven, 300 Boston Post Road, West Haven, on Saturday, Feb. 22, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. to celebrate National Engineer Week.

The workshop is sponsored by the Tagliatela College of Engineering at UNH.  Students from both UNH and the Engineering and Science University Magnet School will run the activities, which are open to students from any area school. Cost is $20, including lunch. 

Feb. Break is Engineers Week

Some Well-Deserved Boasting: 2013 Accomplishments & Goals

ESUMS – IMAGINE, INVESTIGATE, INVENT

Engineering and Science University Magnet School, a public college preparatory middle and high school, challenges students to imagine, investigate and invent while preparing them for demanding STEM programs at the collegiate level.

ENGINEERING & SCIENCE UNIVERSITY MAGNET SCHOOL IS…

A Message from Ms. Blue-Ellis

Parents,
I am honored to update you about the growth of ESUMS.  We are in our 6 year and have a lot about which to be proud.  Academically our program is second to no magnet school in the district or area.

Photos from Middle School Honors Breakfast (Fall)

directory of photos

Photos from Open House

Information Session in the Gym
Student Tour Guides
New 3-D Printer
Showing off 7th Grade Engineering Projects

National Science Talent Search

It's for Seniors -- but Juniors and younger should start thinking now!  Highly competitive and prestigious with significant scholarship prizes.

http://student.societyforscience.org/intel-sts-2014-finalists

High School Summer Opportunity -- Girls Who Code

FREE 7-week computer programming immersion program for juniors and seniors (girls only) in New York City.  Scholarships are even available for transportation and lunch.  There is no housing, however, so you must live in the "metro area" and commute daily -- or perhaps stay with a relative in the city.

http://girlswhocode.com/programs/

Winter Dance Postponed

to Mar. 7th.

The New ESUMS Building is Really Happening!

Many thanks to the West Haven Planning & Zoning Board members for their unanimous vote to surmount the final obstacle to the new building!

Free SAT Prep for Juniors

Test Prep

Please consider sending in snacks for the students who will be taking the SAT on Feb. 26.  See the Blue News for details.

Blue News

Feb. 12 Blue News

Winter Wonderland Dance (with Sound School)

The high school will be holding a Winter Wonderland dance on Mar. 7 Feb. 28, 7-10 pm.   Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door.  "Dress to Impress."

Parents have been asked to contribute snacks and drinks.  Look for a PTO Hospitality sign-up sheet soon.

Tomorrow: Town Hall w Superintendent & West Haven P&Z Meetings

See you there!

Turning STEM Interest in STEM Careers

Plugging Holes in the STEM Pipeline

Transportation Issues

Attention Parents with Bus Transportation Problems!  

It's been a long time coming, but supposedly the director of transportation, Teddi Beara, has agreed to meet with a group of parents advocating for better routing and scheduling.  If you want to be part of this important meeting, you must sign up immediately for the Transportation Taskforce.

The sign-up link is also good for anyone who wants to work on getting more school nurse hours, recycling, or any other issue.  

School Climate Surveys

Please make sure to fill out your school climate survey and mail/turn it in.  Or you can take it online, if you have the code on your survey form.  It is your opportunity to let the board of education know how well ESUMS is doing and where improvements might be needed.

Chess Tournament, Feb. 22 (up to age 12 only)

At the Mitchell Library, 37 Harrison St., 1 pm.  To register, please call John Roberts at (203) 946-2282 or jroberts@nhfpl.org.

Considering ESUMS in the Magnet Lottery? Welcome!

Hello to prospective parents and students!

Visit the NHPS Magnet Schools website for all of the details and application: NHPS Magnet.  Please join us for an open house at ESUMS, 130B Leeder Hill Rd. in Hamden, on Feb. 12, 3:30-4:30.  

Yale Sprout and Splash

There is still time to register for the spring sessions of Sprout and Splash, where middle and high school students can take short classes taught by Yale students on all sorts of fun subjects, like Feminism in Harry Potter, Protein Folding, Black Holes and Chinese Philosophy.

https://yale.learningu.org/learn/sprout.html

Blue News!

Feb. 7, Blue News

Highlight: Town Hall with Superintendent Harries next Tuesday, Feb. 11, 4:30 pm, followed by West Haven Planning & Zoning meeting about the new building.

Better have a look at the new Snow Day Policy, too.

Want Your Voice Heard?

Go to Superintendent Evaluation to give your opinion on Superintendent Harries' progress this year.  Today is the deadline; the School Board wants to hear from you!

CPLT Report

The Citywide Parent Leadership Team met on Thursday, Feb. 6.  

(1) Parents can give feedback on Superintendent Harries' re-appointment online at Superintendent Evaluation.  TODAY is the deadline!

(2)  CT Center for Nonviolence will be giving a 2-day workshop on Kingian Non Violence, Feb. 28 and Mar. 1 at Adanti Student Center at SCSU.  For information, send email to morcaldik1@southernct.edu or visit ctnonviolence.org.

(3)  The next Parent University will be held Saturday, April 26 at Gateway.

(4)  New Haven Parks & Rec will hold a series of Hot Shot basketball contests on several evenings in February.  They will also hold a Sports Camp and a Nature Camp over February vacation.  For information, visit www.cityofnewhaven.com/parks.

(5)  There will be a forum to discuss the Common Core at Wilson Branch Public Library, 303 Washington Street, THIS Saturday, Feb. 8, from 1-2:30.  Event is free, all are welcome.  

(6) There will be an open meeting about School Food Policy on Feb. 22, 9-1, at Career High School.

(7)  There will be a presentation called "The SBAC is the New CMT" about Common Core testing, on Feb. 12, at Hill Central School, 140 Dewitt St., at 6 pm.

(8)  The state has launched a new Common Core website, CTcorestandards.org.

(9)  CPLT has also launched their new website, NHPSparents.org, which should soon replace the monthly updates posted here.

Tomorrow: Science Saturday at Yale

SCIENCE ON SATURDAY:

“Making Valuable Materials from the Greenhouse Gas Carbon Dioxide”

Saturday, February 1^st       10am - Demonstrations; 11am - Lecture

Sterling Chemistry Lab, 225 Prospect St.

FREE and open to the public.

Summer Opportunity -- Computer Camps at Yale

http://www.idtech.com/locations/connecticut-summer-camps/new-haven/id-tech-yale/

1-2 weeks, $1000-4000

Extra! Extra! A New Blue News!

Please check the Blue News Jan. 27 for dates of important events and several upcoming dress-down days.

Half Day Today, Report Cards Wednesday

This is a reminder that there's an early dismissal on Monday, January 27. School will end at 11:25 today.

Report card conferences will be held on Wednesday, January 29. Between 4:30pm and 6:30pm report cards can be picked up in the cafeteria. Teachers will be available for brief meetings. Conferences will conclude promptly at 6:30.

The meeting with the West Haven Planning & Zoning Board, originally scheduled for Tuesday, has been postponed.  

Lecture on Computer Chips at Yale Saturday (Tomorrow!)

CRISP: What Makes Your iPhone Tick? From Transistors to Microchips

Free and open to the public.  10 a.m.  Davies Auditorium.

Two Terrific Opportunities

A. Free Computers To New Haven Families:

Each Child Learns (a 401-C3 non-profit)  is providing a 4 week free training to parents to close the technology gap for students. Those who complete the workshop will receive a FREE computer set up, essential software, and free one year internet subscription. www.EachChildLearns.org.

B. Bank of America Scholarship:

Bank of America's Student Leaders Program is open for high school juniors/seniors from greater New Haven area. Selected candidates will receive a paid 8week summer internship with a local non-profit bank and attend its leadership summit in Washington, DC. Deadline: Jan 31st. Contact:Constantine.g.andrews@bankofamerica.com or 860-952-6505

Cancelled: Superintendent Harries at ESUMS, Jan. 22

New Haven Superintendent of Schools, Garth Harries, will be the guest speaker at the next Town Hall & PTO Meeting on Wednesday, January 22, at 6 pm.  Bring your questions, comments, and concerns.

A workshop in Non-Violent Communication is also scheduled for that evening.

Correction: in an earlier version of this post, a busy, tired, distracted blogger mis-printed the date as Feb. 22.

Yale Summer Program -- U.S. Grant

Science Programs: K-12 Students

Yale University has a special commitment to education and New Haven area youth. The University makes its world-class laboratories, courses and talented faculty, students and staff available to encourage young scientists and engineers. Many of our programs are exploratory and inquiry-based, making them particularly engaging for students. We welcome new participants in our educational programs and encourage you to look at our featured events page for upcoming activities. Gaining research experience in a Yale University laboratory, examining specimens at the Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History and watching a planetarium demonstration are just some of the science experiences your students can have through our programs.

Web address:  http://onhsa.yale.edu/science-programs-k-12-students

Our Ms. Streets Speaking on the Common Core

This is an informative New Haven Register video on teaching and testing the Common Core in New Haven.

Let's start a discussion about the Common Core.  Please leave a comment with your impressions and opinions, and be sure to bring all of your questions to the PTO meeting with Superintendent Harries on the 22nd.

High School Exam Schedule, Middle School Enrichment

HIGH SCHOOL

Jan 14		Jan 15		Jan 16	Jan 17
7:36-8:47	Per 9-10	7:36-8:47	Per 15-16	Repeat 1/14	Repeat 1/15
8:49-10:02	Per 11-12	8:49-10:02	Per 17-18
10:04-10:54	Per 13-14	10:04-10:54	Per 23-24
10:54-11:19	LUNCH	10:54-11:19	LUNCH

		PERIOD CLASS TESTED
		J	Jan 15	Jan 16	Jan 17
7:38-9:28	EXAM 1	1 History	2 IED	6 Tech	4 Pre-calc
9:33-11:23	EXAM 2	3 Biology	7 English	8 Arabic	5 Art
11:25	Dismissal

For Middle School Schedule --

Winter Gloves & Socks

There is a box in the front hall of the school to collect donations of warm gloves, mittens and socks for students.  Please consider bringing some in next week; it is no fun to wait for a bus with cold hands or feet.

CPLT Meeting Summary

Summary of CPLT meeting, Jan. 9, 2014

(1)  An organization called Raise the Bar will hold a Parent Advocacy Conference in Atlanta, Jan. 24-26.  If you are interested in attending, please contact Danny Diaz (Daniel.Diaz@new-haven.k12.ct.us). The entire cost of the trip will be covered by Raise the Bar.

(2)  A parent reported that their school had won a $700 Target Field Trip Grant.  (This seems like a good idea for ESUMS).

It's Blue & It's New!

Blue News Jan. 9, 2014

Urgent Call for Parent Volunteers -- Saturday!

Mr. Tynes writes:

The ESUMS Debate Team is in desperate need of judges for this weekend’s meet. It will be held at Fairfield Warde High School in Fairfield. Judging will be from 9am to approximately 3pm.  

Please contact the school if you can spare some time to act as a debate judge.  You can offer a few hours or stay the whole day, but training is given at 9 am.

High School Summer Program

Yale's "Global Scholars" summer program (only open to sophomores and juniors; $5000 but financial aid is available).

http://globalscholars.yale.edu/sites/default/files/files/YYGS_Prospectus_2014.pdf

High School Summer Program

From the guidance department.  Parents should be aware that the program cost is $4500-$6000, and that no financial aid is offered.

Dear Counselor: Last year, Northeastern University experienced great success with its Summer Programs for High School Students. This year, we are confident that the program will be our best yet. As we look forward to Summer Programs 2014, we encourage you to tell your talented students and their parents about this opportunity.

Good NHI Article on ESUMS 10th Grade English Class

Holocaust Survivor Speaks to 10th Grade

CPLT Thursday, Jan. 9

The next Citywide Parent Leadership Team meeting will be Thursday, at 5:30, at Cross High School (in the lobby).  ESUMS should really be sending more parents to this monthly meeting.  It is the best forum to discuss and work on transportation problems, the lack of school nurses, questions about Common Core curriculum and testing, and many other system-wide parent concerns.  Plus dinner and child care are provided.  Join us this Thursday!

For Prospective Students: Magnet Application Schedule

This is a reminder that the deadline for applying to Magnet Schools has been changed.

This year, the district will hold one lottery and application process for magnet schools and kindergarten seats in neighborhood schools. 

The new dates are as follows:

Feb. 3 – Online applications open
Feb. 5 – Citywide Magnet Fair at the Floyd Little Athletic Center (6-8 p.m.)
Feb. 8 – Inter-district Magnet Fair at Hill Regional Career High School (12-2 p.m.)
March 14 – Application deadline
April 9 – School Lottery

ESUMS students interested in representing the school at one of the magnet fairs should speak with Ms. Jenkins.    

It's Robotics Season!

ESUMS's robotics team, the Robo Dominators, made a strong start this weekend, placing third in a First Tech Challenge scrimmage.
Congratulations!







The team is currently fundraising for expensive robot parts and competition entry fees.  If you can donate -- or if your employer or company can make a larger donation to the team -- please contact Mr. O, Mr. Mac, or the school office.

Interesting Article on Taking AP Courses

washington post

Mark Your Calendars for January!

A few important parent events will be going on in January, so please save the dates!

On January 28, time TBD, the school building project will again have to go before the West Haven Planning and Zoning Board.  Apparently last year's affirmative decision is void because it had the wrong address.  While this should be just a technicality for the Board, there have been elections and new members in the past year, so approval is not guaranteed.   The school would like about 80 supporters to attend.  West Haven residents are strongly encouraged to participate.

On January 22, two events will be held.

From 6-8, our annual Nonviolent Communication Workshop will be held.  You might be thinking, "I don't hit people when I talk; I don't need to learn nonviolent communication."  But, there is a lot more to effective, empathic communication than that.  You can learn more here.  (This interesting and useful workshop will not involve hand puppets, I promise.)

At 6:30 will be our January Town Hall meeting, at which New Haven's new Superintendent, Garth Harries, will answer your tough questions about ESUMS and the New Haven Public School System.  If you have a concern -- transportation, budget, academics, equity, policies -- this is your chance to get it heard and discussed.  We will also strategize for the West Haven meeting, so don't miss it!

Montreal Trip

The French department is planning a 4-day field trip to Montreal this spring.  Please visit their fundraising site, ESUMS Montreal GoFundMe, and consider making a contribution.

Another Blue News!

Dec. 13 Blue News

High School Dance -- Save the Date!

February 28 is the tentative date for the high school's semi-formal "Winter Wonderland" dance.  PTO parents will be asked to provide food.

Spirit Week

Next week will be a Spirit Week with a number of themed dress-down days.

Coffee And . . .

There will be a Coffee And meeting on Friday morning, Dec. 13, from 8-9 a.m.  Plans for the new ESUMS school building in West Haven will be discussed.  See you there!

Cold Turkeys

NHPS Policy: School Closings, Delays, Transportation

School Closing + Delay Policies

INTERDISTRICT SCHOOL CLOSING / DELAY 

Come Slam Some Poetry!

Tonight, Dec. 10, 6:30 pm, weather permitting, there will be a Poetry Slam at The Space in Hamden featuring the poetry of the ESUMS poetry club and artwork by ESUMS art classes.

84 Hour Film Challenge

Several teams of ESUMS high school students spent the entire weekend at school working on the CT Film Festival's 84-hour challenge.  You can watch a few of the final films at (click on Recent Posts by Others).

Take a Look at ESUMS's New Website

http://www.esumsnewhaven.com/index.html

A few things are not quite working yet, but it is a good start!

New Haven Video

This video lists New Haven's strength's as Yale sees them.  A challenge: our digital media classes ("ESUMS <> Productions") can take this theme and make some very different films!  

STEM Saturday Open House

Another STEM Saturday Open House for prospective students will be held at the school this Saturday, Dec. 7, 9-12.  It's not too late to RSVP to Ms. Jenkins.

A Few Local Programs of Interest

Nhv.org is a new "social media" site with some great photos and information on the Elm City, similar to ILoveNewHaven.org, but with a slightly different focus.

healthyclimatechallenge.org is a local effort to address climate change issues.

www.newhavenleon.org is the website of New Haven/Leon Sister City Project.  They are now selling carbon offsets that benefit the people of Leon, Nicaragua.

CPLT Summary 12/6/13

The Citywide Parent Leadership Team met tonight and sends the following information back to our PTO.

(1)  Free coats will be available for any student who needs one at the Hillhouse Field House, Saturday, Dec. 7, at 2 pm.
(2)  The parent advocacy group Teach Our Children will hold a Listening and Learning Tour session on Saturday, Dec. 7, 12:30-2:30, at 370 James Street.  Teach Our Children has a very active parent transportation committee, and ESUMS parents with transportation issues are strongly encouraged to become involved.

9th Grade Engineering Class on TV

 Mr. Pilliner is Teacher of the Year.

Board of Aldermen Finally Approve New ESUMS Building

Secant! Tangent! Cosine! Sine!

Three-point-one-four-one-five-nine!

Hooray for ESUMS!

Title One Parent Involvement Meeting

December 12th, 9:30 a.m. at Career High School, brunch will be served.  It would be good if ESUMS could send one or two parent volunteers to this meeting.

“PARTNERING TO MAKE PARENT INVOLVEMENT A SUCCESS IN EVERY SCHOOL”

TITLE I--IMPROVING THE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF THE DISADVANTAGED
SEC. 1001. STATEMENT OF PURPOSE.
The purpose of this title is to ensure that all children have a fair, equal, and significant opportunity to obtain a high-quality education and reach, at a minimum, proficiency on challenging State academic achievement standards and state academic assessments.  

New PISA Results: US Students are Mediocre in Math & Science

compared to the rest of the world. 

Another Blue News!

Blue News Dec. 2, 2013

Dec.3 -- that is Tuesday!

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.

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!)

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.

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 . . . .

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:

Special PTO Coffee And . . . Monday, Nov. 25

Rocket Launch Tuesday 7:30 pm

Should be visible from Connecticut:

http://www.space.com/23627-rocket-launch-visible-east-coast-tuesday.html

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.

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.

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!

3 Cheers for Mr. Pilliner, New Haven Teacher of the Year!

http://www.nhregister.com/general-news/20131114/new-haven-teacher-of-year-humbled-by-honor

http://www.newhavenindependent.org/index.php/archives/entry/teacher_of_the_year/

(Great student photos in the NHI article!)

Middle School Dance Photos

Click on this Link to Photos.

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!

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: 

ESUMS Computer Coding Club

Application Form

First meeting: Monday, Nov. 25

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.

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.

Nov. 4 Blue News

link to Blue News

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.

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.    

Get those kids coding!

New Haven Needs Programmers