Principal`s Newsletter - Northeast High School

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Principal`s Newsletter - Northeast High School
Principal’s Newsletter
Northeast High School
May/June 2015
Dear Northeast Parents,
Our students are finally getting a chance to enjoy the spring like weather here at the Home of the
Eagle. Athletes are finally competing on our athletic fields and not having their games and practices
cancelled due to foul weather. Students are also getting a chance to enjoy their lunch and Independence
outdoors on a consistent basis.
Along with the advent of spring, we are also looking ahead to the next phase of our students’
academic careers. This means preparing the seniors for their last marking period of high school. The
counselors are continuing the process of meeting with each of the senior students on their caseload to
finalize last-minute college and scholarship applications, credit counts, and current grades in required
courses. Seniors, be sure to keep “the end in mind” and remember our numerous conversations about
finishing your time at Northeast High School strong. Parents of seniors, please continue to talk to your
student about the completion of their graduation requirements. Wherever you hear the reply, “I don’t
know,” please do not hesitate to contact our counseling office for pertinent information. Also seniors, one
final note: I remind you weekly on the morning announcements to adhere to the Anne Arundel County
Public School’s alcohol and controlled dangerous substance (drug) use policy so that you do not sacrifice
your privilege to participate in prom and your graduation ceremony. Please remind each other to make
good choices. Stay out of situations where you are exposed to drugs and alcohol so that you, your family,
the Northeast faculty and staff, and your fellow classmates can celebrate your successful completion of
high school. This should be a joyous time, so be safe, and enjoy the walk to the stage on May 29.
For our 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students, on May 11, you will bring home your course selection
verification sheets. Parents, please look over the verification sheets to be sure that the classes your student
has chosen aligns with their academic plan beyond high school. If there are any changes necessary to your
student’s course selections, please note them on the verification sheet. These verification sheets will be
collected back from your student on May 12.
Parents, as always, if you have any questions or concerns, please contact the school.
We are Northeast,
Jason T. Williams
Principal
Jason T. Williams, Principal * 410-437-6400 * 1121 Duvall Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122
Calendar of Events
MAY 2015
18th
Semester Exams - 3B & 4B
2 Hour Early Dismissal
Last Day for Students
19th
Last Day for Teachers
2nd
Senior Prom - 7:00 - 11:00 p.m. - BWI Marriott
4th 15th
AP Exams (See schedule)
8th
Interims Distributed
11th
Senior Awards (Auditorium) - 6:30 p.m.
18th 21st
HSA/PARCC Exams (See schedule)
BASEBALL
22nd
Senior Exams - 3B & 4B
Varsity
05-01
vs Chesapeake - 6:30 p.m.
05-04
vs Glen Burnie - 4:00 p.m.
25th
School Closed for Memorial Day
26th
Senior Exams - 3A & 4A
Senior Exams
Senior Athletic Banquet - 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Michael’s 8th Avenue
27th
28th
29th
Senior Exams - 1B & 2B
Senior CAT Exams
Mandatory Graduation Rehearsal at NHS
10:20 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.
PTSO meeting - 6:00 p.m.
Senior Exams - 1A & 2A
Senior CAT Exams
Mandatory Graduation Rehearsal at NHS
10:20 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.
Last day for graduating Seniors
Class of 2015 Graduation Ceremony
at NHS - 10:00 a.m.
School Closed for Grades 9, 10, & 11
JUNE 2015
11th
Exam Review Day
12th
Exam Review Day
Semester Exams at CAT
15th
Semester Exams - 1A & 2A
2 Hour Early Dismissal
16th
Semester Exams - 1B & 2B
2 Hour Early Dismissal
17th
Semester Exams - 3A & 4A
2 Hour Early Dismissal
Sports Calendar
Junior Varsity
05-01
@ Chesapeake - 4:00 p.m.
05-04
@ Glen Burnie - 4:00 p.m.
LACROSSE - GIRLS
Varsity
05-01
vs Meade - 5:00 p.m.
Junior Varsity
05-01
vs Meade - 4:00 p.m.
LACROSSE - BOYS
Varsity
05-01
vs Meade - 7:00 p.m.
Junior Varsity
05-01
@ Meade - 3:30 p.m.
SOFTBALL
Varsity
05-01
vs Chesapeake - 4:00 p.m.
05-04
vs Glen Burnie - 4:00 p.m.
Junior Varsity
05-01
@ Chesapeake - 4:00 p.m.
05-04
@ Glen Burnie - 4:00 p.m.
TENNIS
05-01
@ Meade - 3:30 p.m.
TRACK & FIELD
05-02
05-04
05-06
@ Sherwood High School - 2:30 p.m.
@ Annapolis - 3:30 p.m.
vs South River - 3:30 p.m.
High School Schedule for HSA’s (3 Lunches)
May 2015
HSA Testing begins at 7:17 a.m. and runs through 10:17 a.m.
Students not taking HSA or PAARC arrive by 10:17 a.m.
Exam
HSA
Government
Centers of Applied Technology
CAT Centers will not have classes until after 11:15 a.m.
Students who normally attend CAT Centers in a.m. will either
test at home school or report to home school at 10:17 a.m.
Day/Schedule
Monday, May 18
1B
A lunch
B lunch
C lunch
10:30
11:20
12:10
2B
B Day
11:00
11:50
12:40
12:50
AM Career Exploration students report to Centers at
11:15 a.m.
Level II and III CAT students report to home school.
2:05
Dismissal time for seniors with early
release will be 2:05 p.m.
PARCC
English 10
Tuesday, May 19
A Day
1A
A lunch
B lunch
C lunch
2A
10:30
11:20
12:10
11:00
11:50
12:40
12:50
Level I CAT students report to Centers at 11:15 a.m.
Level II and III CAT students report to home school.
2:05
PM Career Exploration students report to Centers after
school at the regular time.
Dismissal time for seniors with early
release will be 2:05 p.m.
HSA
Biology
Wednesday, May 20
3B
A lunch
10:30
11:00
B lunch
C lunch
11:20
12:10
11:50
12:40
12:50
4B
PARCC
Algebra 1
B Day
Thursday, May 21
10:30
11:00
B lunch
C lunch
11:20
12:10
11:50
12:40
4A
Level II and III CAT students report to
Centers at 11:15 a.m.
2:05
A Day
3A
A lunch
12:50
Friday, May 22
2:05
B-Day
Monday, May 25
Last Day for
Seniors
AM Career Exploration students report to home school.
PM Career Exploration students report to Centers after
school at the regular time.
Level II and III CAT students report to Centers at 11:15
a.m.
PM Career Exploration students report to Centers after
school at the regular time.
SENIOR EXAMS 3B, 4B
CAT Review
Memorial Day
Tuesday, May 26
A-Day
SENIOR EXAMS 3A, 4A
CAT Review
Wednesday, May 27
B-Day
SENIOR EXAMS 1B, 2B
CAT Review
Thursday, May 28
A-Day
SENIOR EXAMS 1A, 2A
CAT Review
AP Exam Schedule
Week 1
Date
Morning Session
8:00 A.M.
Afternoon Session
12:00 Noon
Monday, May 4
Environmental Science
Psychology
Tuesday, May 5
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Wednesday, May 6
English Literature &
Composition
Physics 1
Studio Art
European History
Thursday, May 7
Friday, May 8
Week 2
Date
Morning Session
8:00 A.M.
Afternoon Session
12:00 Noon
Monday, May 11
Biology
Music Theory
Physics C
Tuesday, May 12
U.S. Government &
Politics
French Language
Wednesday, May 13
English Language
Statistics
Thursday, May 14
World History
Macro
Friday, May 15
Human Geography
Micro
After Session
2:00 P.M.
Physic C: Electricity &
Magnetism
News About Our Students
Student of the Month
Congratulations to the following students who were Student of the Month for February and March 2015:
February
Admin.
Art
AVID
Business
English
FACS
FLS
Math
Music
Physical Ed.
School Counsel.
Science
Social Studies
Technology Ed.
World & Class. Lang.
March
Emily Asuncion
Natalie Tyler
Andrea Mencia
Brittany Dumbrowsky
Dashawn Branch
Tyler Chittum
Katie Forand
Victoria Conrad-Kriwer
Leah Sulonen
Taylor Chester
Madison Nock
Naven Wagner
Mindy Weisgerber
Shawn Anderson
Autumn Fitzpatrick
Admin.
Art
AVID
Business
English
FACS
FLS
Math
Music
Physical Ed.
School Counsel.
Science
Social Studies
Technology Ed.
World & Class. Lang.
Hajamantee Kromah
Haley Pickeral
Jenna Whittington-Pelant
David Calderone
Rick Debnath
Megan Paulis
Duane Davis
Gabriel Gomez-Fiorenza
Daniel Figlia
Brady Underwood
Allison Farley
Starling Miller
Brianna Sisk
Rebecca Dove
Melanie Kral
Student of the Month is a recognition program designed to put the spotlight on those students who have made
notable contributions in a specific department. Students who have special talent or creativity, display a positive attitude
and outstanding work ethic, or who have done an all around outstanding job, are nominated for Student of the Month.
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CULINARY TEAM TAKES 1ST PLACE
On February 25, the Northeast Culinary Team competed against ten Maryland Schools in the ProStart Student
Invitational and our awesome Eagles placed first! They moved on to compete, representing the state of Maryland, in the
National Restaurant Association ProStart Student Invitational in Disneyland, California April 17 - 21. Congratulations
Mrs. Martin and the Northeast Culinary Team! You are all winners!
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FBLA
Congratulations Brittany Dumbrowsky! Brittany placed in the top 5 at the FBLA (Future Business Leaders of
America) Regional Conference in the category Health Care Management. Brittany attended the State conference on April
23-25 and placed 5th in the Health Care Administration State FBLA Leadership Conference held in Hunt Valley. She is an
alternate and can attend nationals if any of the top 4 cannot attend in Chicago, June 29 - July 2.
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CREATIVE WRITING STUDENTS GET PUBLISHED
Senior Ken Leyhe’s poem, “Fall,” was named a semifinalist in the writing contest sponsored by Eber & Wein
Publishing. You can read his poem online at PoetryNation.com. It was also selected to appear in print in the anthology,
Beyond the Sea, later this year.
Byron Au, Coral Dittmar, Tyler Haley, Makayla Nelson, Alex Santoni, and Lilly Willis also have poems
published online. You can read their poems at PoetryNation.com.
Look for more poetry and artwork by our talented students in the NHS Literary Magazine, Vibrations, available
in print later this spring.
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CAT-NORTH SKILLS USA
We are proud to congratulate Donson Du who took the silver medal in Welding Fabrication in the CATN
SkillsUSA Maryland State Contest. Way to go, Donson!
More News About Our Students
Perfect Attendance
Perfect Attendance means no absences, no tardies, and no early dismissals. Congratulations to the following
students who achieved perfect attendance for the third marking period.
Grade 9
Bryanna Adams
Jake Beitle
Kinlee Bruns
Bryce Bush
Jasmine Chavez
Kera Ciezobka
Tyler Davis
Rick Debnath
Ernest Dimler
Matthew Doyle
William Driscoll
Hannah Garrett
Carly Gernert
Maggie Gosewisch
Colin Grayson
Hunter Hamilton
Kenny Ho
Amber Hohrein
McKenzie Hynson
Christina Jordan
Sherry Kern
Nathan Klasmeyer
Jessica Kortman
Shelby Lamb
Kurtis Link
Robert Massey
Shelby McAdams
Lisa McChesney
Abigail Morton
Shen Naglieri
David Patterson
Justin Pickeral
Bailey Pope
Tyrique Pratt
Kyle Preston
James Price
Jacob Radvansky
Braiden Ryan
Micah Santos
Trent Shaffer
Brianna Sisk
Tyshann Spence
Anthony Stewart
Tyler Wright
Kristen Zabst
Grade 10
Zachary Alexander
Jacob Ambrozewicz
Luz Arriaga-Medina
Casey Bigelow
Conlan Birdsall
Dameon Bradford
Aaron Bradley
Kymberly Calderone
Megan Carr
Jocelyn Castillo
Dylan Conklin
David Diaz
Michael Edmondson
Daniel Howell
Kaitlyn Kidwell
Anna Kutsner
Franki Maus
Priscilla McAllister
Claire McCarriher
Gabrielle Meredith
Shaley Miller
Emily Myers
Brett Nashan
Haley Pickeral
Joshua Powell
Kai Samuels
Alyssa Tracey
Aaron Valido
Ian Walton
Steven Wenzel
Alina White
Joseph Willis
Lucy Zhang
Grade 11
Skyron Adelhardt
Christopher Alloway
Zachary Burroughs
Timothy Colletti
Damien Cuffley
Kayla Dize
Jagani Galvez
Makayla Gleeson
Chalisse Lockley
Elliot Lowman
Timothy Lusby
Ashley McChesney
Nathan Plaza
Sarah Quasny
Heather Ramsburg
Khalil Robinson
Zachary Ryan
Justin Schnebel
Kevin Sheesley
Vivienne Teall
Grade 12
Risikat Akanbi-Yusuff
Mykayla Conkle
Victoria ConradKriwer
Kaitlyn Curley
Kevin Ho
Jonathan Leathers
Brandon Montier
Erin Nappier
Jason Richardson
Ryan Riggleman
Alexandria Santoni
Kyle Skovron
Roslieta Thomas-Herd
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Principal’s Honor
Roll
We are proud to announce that the following students made the Principal’s Honor Roll for the third marking
period. To make Principal’s Honor Roll, a student must receive straight A’s on their report card.
Grade 9
Bryce Bush
Garrett Cauffman
Marcus Colvin
Tyler DeBoy
Nichole Fish
Hannah Garrett
Maggie Gosewisch
Colin Grayson
Jayda Griffin
Shajan Hamza
Kenny Ho
Antoinette Kavades
Sydney Langlois
Patrick Martinek
Shelby McAdams
Andrea Mencia
Kayla Miller
Andres Moya
Katilyn Pollard
Ciara Ryan
Gwen Sharman
Brianna Sisk
Emma Strauss
Noah Whiteman
Tyler Wright
Grade 10
Aleah Ashburn
Faith Ellingson
Priscilla McAllister
Claire McCarriher
McKayla Kelly
Kara Liebman
Lauren Mullett
Bela Pandya
Tyler Pfeifer
Grade 11
Brittany Bancroft
Kortney Bell
Brady Cassell
Austin Foster
Matthew Frazier
Abigail Gurney
Sarah Karlowitz
Grade 12
Emilie Andercyk
Jordan Andrews
Skyler Breidenbach
Hunter Eichelberger
Madison Heinz
Kevin Ho
Sabrina Kreimer
Saige Lavicka
Destiny Littleton
Megan Long
Jenna Mercer
Erin Nappier
Madison Nock
Aprile Preller
Samuel Ryan
Disha Savalia
Nathaniel Settineri
Casey Tarman
Cambrie Turner
April Zamostny
Even More News About Our Students
Honor Roll
Congratulations to the following students who made the Honor Roll for the third marking period:
Grade 9
Bryanne Adams
Taylor Adams
Zachary Adams
Bianca Addivinola
David Allison
Corine Barracato
Hannah Bartholomew
Samantha Baysic
Veronica Beatty
Jake Beitle
Taylor Bell
Brianna Benge
Sabrina Benge
Om Bhardwaj
Emily Bishoff
Aaron Blevins
LaNiya Boyd
Regan Braml
Noah Brown
Kinlee Bruns
Angel Calderon
Harshikumar Chovatia
Victoria Collins
Jessica Daniels
Tyler Davis
Rick Debnath
Jordan DeGruchy
Kaylie DeGruchy
Brady DellaNoce
Euser Diaz-Diaz
Megan Dietzway
Ernest Dimler
Kayla Disasi
Mary Dispaldo
Richard Dobry
Anna Dove
Jalen Doy
Matthew Doyle
Kurt Drexel
Thomas Eades
Jacob Ellecamp
Mary Emge
Devan Ferrara
Victoria Fitez
Kimberly Frost
Christopher Funk
Elizabeth Gauthier
Carly Gernert
Alide Giunta
Kailyn Golder
Kathryn Gormley
Hunter Hamilton
Veronica Hampton
Gryphyn Hart
Corrine Hensley
Amber Hohrein
Amanda Howland
Kyle Hurd
McKenzie Hynson
Christina Jordan
Mallory Karnei
Ryon Kemp
Taylor Kephart
Kaitlyn Kiser
Melanie Kral
Arianna Krcik
Alycin Labbe
Emily Lamb
Shelby Lamb
Lindsey Laughlin
Brittany Leary
Melaney Lemaster
Andrew Lemon
Pedro Leveron
Sarah Leyland
Alan Long
Nicolas Lopez
Joseph Maatouk
Hanna Mahoney
Courtney Markley
Jael Mason
Jenna Matulonis
Anneliese McCoyKnight
Kenneth Miller
Kayla Mitchell
Brooke Monday
Abigail Morton
Mea Munoz
Shen Naglieri
Brandon Nguyen
Alexis Niemann
Mallory Owens
Tamara Pack
Megan Paulis
Brian Perry
Sierra Phillips
Izaiah Plaza
Tyrique Pratt
James Price
Marisol Quiroz
Jacob Radvansky
Tyler Rebstock
Amber Recker
Alyssa Rivers
Alec Robey
Maya Rogalski
Brett Rushing
Braiden Ryan
Micah Santos
Raymond Shamer
Morgan Shell
Ciera Shiflett
Michael Shryock
Cambrea Sieck
Hasana Simeona
Laura Skorobatsch
Evan Smith
George Smith
Makenzie Spiegel
Cole Switzer
Laura Temples
Brandon Tolbert
Izabelle Torres
James Towler
Shianne Trout
Alex Valido
Anthony Valinotti
Raquel VillalobosNolasco
Garrett Wiley
Matthew Wilheml
Taylor Wood
Hailey Woodruff
Joseph Wright
Kassidee Wright
Kristen Wright
Kristen Zabst
Grade 10
Alexis Akers
Julia Alexander
Zachary Alexander
Jacob Ambrozewicz
Shawn Anderson
Damian Arellano
Yuliza Argueta
Luz Arriaga-Medina
Sandy Away
Kaylee Barnett
Skylir Bennett
Timothy Benson
Conlan Birdsall
Dashawn Branch
Hannah Brown
Marisa Brown
Frederick Carr
Megan Carr
Jocelyn Castillo
Robert Cerasuolo
Rachel Chiurazzi
Lance Clark
Morgan Coakley
Brittany Coburn
Andrew Collins
Carly Crehan
Luis Crespo
Victoria Curran
Alanna Daly
Lauryn Daniels
David Diaz
Kayla Dickerson
Maxwell Dispaldo
Madison Doss
Michael Edmondson
Marcus Ehrhart
Dawson Esterling
Hayley Fernandez
Roderick Fernandez
Daniel Figlia
John Godleski
Madison Goldstein
Sarah Gordon
Ciarra Guyer
Savannah Healy
Daniel Howell
Loren Hruska
Abigail Hunt
Dharma Hunt
Andrew Iman
Connor Johnson
Mackenzie Jones
Rachel Karlowitz
Bethany Kearney
Christian Keys
Kaitlyn Kidwell
Zachary Kienast
Cheyenne Knuckles
MaKenzie Kraft
Ensleigh Kuchinsky
Anna Kutsner
Aspen Lavicka
Hailey Lewis
Hannie Joyce Lim
Casey Lowry
Jordan Lucas
Kelsey Lupinek
Chelsey Manansala
Yarilee Martinez
Julianna Maupin
Franki Maus
Madison McDonald
Cassie McGinnis
Mallory McKenna
Troy McNeill
Kirsten Midkiff
Isabelle Montigny
Cody O’Boyle
Joshua Palinkas
Emily Partlow
Haley Pickeral
Joshua Powell
Melanie Powell
Brianna Price
Brandi Quasney
Kinsley Reihl
Chelsey Roberts
Jacoby Rojas
Keegan Ruhl
McKinsey Rupert
Kai Samuels
Drew Sharman
Kassidey Shumway
Marissa Sink
Kieran Sinnett
Emma Sledgeski
Brittany Smith
Samantha Stylc
Justin Talley
Elslie Thomas
Maurice Todd
Alyssa Tracey
Vanessa Umali
Courtney Vinopal
Ian Walton
Meghan Watson
Maria Weddle
Alexis Weisgerber
Alina White
Emily White
Bennett Wingate
Amanda Wiseman
Grade 11
Lester Andrews
Ryan Austin
Samantha Barlage
Tyler Bell
Ronald Bessling
Caitlyn Boom
Samantha Bouton
Holly Bowers
Alan Brown
Jordan Brown
Cameron Buras
Leanne Burroughs
David Calderone
Charles Cantrell
Venancio Cartagena-Arrue
More News About Our Students
Honor Roll (continued)
Zoey Cavey
Taylor Chester
Bailey Clark
William Clark
Makayla Colbert
Timothy Colletti
Hope Conklin
Taylor Curp
Duane Davis
Matthew Dawidowicz
Christy DeBoy
Coral Dittmar
Bradley Donelan
Rebecca Dove
Donson Du
Brittany Dumbrowsky
Hayley Eastlake
Sarah Edmiston
Carley Erbe-Majka
Almaris EscribanoBalbilonia
Nathan Fischbein
Alexis Fischer
Ariana Fischer
Abigail Fisher
Andrea Flores Lira
Katie Forand
Alexxis Freidhoff
Kristin Gerhardt
Makayla Gleeson
Sabrina Grauel
Maraiah Griffin
Tyler Haley
Thomas Hanson
Taylor Hendershot
Alexandra Hensley
Hannah Hicks
Ryan Holtzner
Richard Inman
Kelly Jahnigen
Olivia Jerrell
Chase Johnson
Teresia Johnson
Brooklynn Jones
Michelle Lawrence
James Llamas
Chalisse Lockley
Elliot Lowman
Timothy Lusby
Kateryn MadridMunoz
Jessica Mariano
Morgan Martini
Nicole McConnell
Jordan McDermott
Jackie McFee
Jayda McLean
Lidia Mencia
Justin Miskimon
Dylan Nicklas
Johnathan O’Dea
Zachary Payne
Aaron Perkey
Alexis Peters
William Pierson
Nathan Plaza
Alexia Proctor
Sarah Quasny
Heather Ramsburg
Ashley Redin
Joseph Robertson
Destinee Robinson
Jennifer Rubright
Zachary Ryan
Joshua Santana
Avery Santoro Smith
Madison Schisler
Nicholette SchollHenson
Caroline Schultz
Shane Scott
Kevin Sheesley
Alysssa Siebers
Autumn Smith
Bethany Smith
Savannah Smith
Taylor Squires
Kelsey Stalnaker
Ryan Stancavage
Leah Sulonen
Mason Sutton
Julia Sykes
Vivienne Teall
Gaven Temples
Daytona Thornton
Carley Tinsman
Elana Valera
Joshua Walters
Samantha Watson
Alexander Wescott
Madeline White
Morgan Whitfield
Scott Whitney
Jenna WhittingtonPelant
Brittany Yarbrough
Justin Zakens
Grade 12
Risikat Akanbi-Yusuff
Alyssa Alfinito
Jessica Allan
Aysha Ameen
Amanda Anderson
Melissa Anderson
Jazmin Arce
Dorothy Baker
Julie Bass
Bhavya Bhardwaj
Donald Bishop
Amber Bolin
Alyssa Bostic
Raquel Branagan
Emma Braun
Chelsea Carlsen
Alic Citrano
Mykayla Conkle
Victoria ConradKriwer
Destiny Cusick
Andrew Davies
Ethan Deville
Matthew Donton
Brittany Eveson
Anthony Fair
Patrick Farinholt
Allison Farley
Briston Fernandez
Karlie Finch
Morgan Frater
Christopher Garvey
Russell Giddings
Kathryn Herberger
Jacob Hood
Robert Hubbard
Kelsey Jackson
Kyle Jackson
Parakram Karki
Tyler Kelly
Kaitlyn Kern
Brandon Knott
Autumn Koehnlein
Hajamantee Kromah
Danielle Labbe
Monika Lawrence
Devon Lee
Leyland Frederick
Johanna Mack
Ronald Maez
Christopher Mansolf
Sarah Martin
Edward Martini
Amber Maslanka
Perry McAtee
Shaun McClelland
Ashley McFate
Austin McQuay
Claudia Mencia
Courtney Monaco
Sydne’ Mondshour
Brandon Montier
Kaitlyn Muller
Hope Naumann
Arianna Nemitz
Abigail Noble
Darlene Pack
Amanda Parrish
Emma Peak
Austin Phillips
Zemetri Phillips
Miranda Plunkett
Wade Preston
Katelynn Purkey
Anna Riddle
Ryan Riggleman
Jordan Robinson
Nicole Robinson
Cortney Roloff
Cydnee Samuels
Faith Sauers
Madelyn Schmidt
Casey Shelby
Jocelyn Shepke
Kyle Skovron
Daekiara Smith-Ireland
Jordan Stack
Savanna Stack
James Steinbach
Andrew Stencil
Maria Stuhmere
Zachary Tawney
Amythest Temple
Emily Thomas
Roslieta Thomas-Herd
Victoria Thursby
Vladymyr Umali
McKayla Walter
Mindy Weisgerber
Kara Whiting
Alyssa Williams
Lillian Willis
Brianna Wise
Aaron Woody
Taylor Woody
Hailey Wright
Samantha Wright
Misael Zavala
Support NORTHEAST EAGLES in the
Unified Relay Event
We need your support, but more importantly, Special Olympics needs your help. We have
registered a team for the Unified Relay Across America, a once in a lifetime experience that will
deliver the Flame of Hope from Athens, Greece to Los Angeles for the 2015 World Summer Games.
Special Olympics works every day towards changing the world through sport to create
respectful and inclusive communities and the Flame of Hope acts as the beacon to unite communities
in acceptance.
We want to invite you to support us. Our team fundraising goal is $1,000.00, and we will be
participating in a leg of the relay on May 27, 2015.
We would appreciate any support that you can give us for this worthwhile cause. All donations
are tax deductible. Donating online is safe and easy!
Visit our team page and click 'Support Us.' Team Name: NORTHEAST EAGLES
Follow this link:
http://uraa.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.participant&participantID=1273
Any size donation is much appreciated and will support those with intellectual disabilities.
Thank you for supporting the movement and help spread the word!
Sincerely,
THE NORTHEAST EAGLES UNIFIED RELAY TEAM
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roadside assistance for less than $2.00* per month, for
individual membership, AND help our Future Business
Leaders of America? *Family plans also available.
AMCM (Association Motor Club Marketing)
offers a roadside assistance program that earns our
student organization profit now and on renewals. FBLA
will earn $5.00 per paid membership. Please visit
http://amcmfbla.com and check the FAQ’s for more
information. Purchase a membership and use our
Chapter Code 37269.
FBLA uses funds from fundraising for leadership conference registration, workshops, field trips, and
dues.
We appreciate your support!!
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Interested in belonging to a student-led
organization focused on leadership, team work, and
preparing for a career in business related fields? You
can compete in competitions at local, state, and national
levels. We will show you how.
Please see Mrs. Ashman for more details or
email her at [email protected]. Also visit
http://www.fbla-pbl.org for more information.
ATTENTION FRESHMEN
Class dues collection will take place in the
cafeteria during all lunches of the week of June 4
through June 8. The amount due is $10.00 and can
be paid for either by cash or check. Checks should
be made payable to Northeast High School.
If you any questions or concerns, please see
Mr. Friesen or Mrs. Cuffey.
FACS NEWS
Starting in the 2015-2016 school year, the
FACS department lab fees will be as follows:
The Art & Science of Nutrition A - $15.00
The Art & Science of Nutrition B - $20.00
Culinary I & II Fall semester - $20.00
Culinary I & II Spring semester - $15.00
Fashion Design I & II - $15.00
Lenore Martin
FACS Teacher
Registered Nurses Needed
The Anne Arundel County Department of
Health is seeking registered nurses to provide health
services for students in Anne Arundel County Public
Schools for the second semester of this school year, as
well as, for the 2015-16 school year. A current
Maryland or compact state RN license is required.
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Full-time positions
No nights or weekends
Summers off
Health insurance and leave benefits
For more information or
to obtain an application, please
call 410-222-6838 or visit our
website: www.aahealth.org.
Smoke-Free Workplace.EOE.
Office of School Counseling News...
NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL GUIDANCE OFFICE
MayJune 2015
GUIDANCE COUNSELORS
Ms. Smith
Mrs. Webster
Mr. Gondak
Ms. Goodhand
ACT
June 13
SAT
June 6
A-C
D-Kia
Kis-Roa
ROB-Z
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
REGISTRATION DATE
TRANSCRIPTS
Seniors requiring transcripts for college
applications or scholarships, must have a transcript
form, signed by a parent, on file in the Guidance
Office. All transcripts are $2.00 each. Seniors, please
allow enough time for a recommendation and transcript
to be processed. At least three days notice should be
given to the counselors and Mrs. Conner to have these
forms ready.
May 8
REGISTRATION DATE
May 8
SENIOR AWARDS PROGRAM
The Senior Awards Program will be held on
Wednesday, May 11 at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium.
Everyone is invited to attend and help us celebrate our
seniors’ accomplishments.
NCAA CLEARINGHOUSE
Members of the Class of 2015 who hope to
play Division I or II athletics need to process a form for
the Clearinghouse. The NCAA applications can be
downloaded from the Website using
www.ncaaclearinghouse.net and should be submitted
promptly provided that the student has taken the SAT I
or the ACT at least once. When this form is mailed with
the fee, make sure that the applicant keeps track of his/
her pin number. This number will be needed any time
an applicant wants to access the status of his/her
application.
SENIOR TRANSCRIPTS
Final transcripts will be sent to colleges after
the report cards have been issued. Report cards are
scheduled to be mailed from the Board of Education
the end of June. Final transcripts will be mailed during
the month of July.
ANY SENIOR WHO WISHES TO HAVE A
FINAL TRANSCRIPT SENT TO THE COLLEGE
THAT THEY WILL ATTEND NEEDS TO FILL
OUT A FINAL TRANSCRIPT REQUEST FORM
THAT WILL BE GIVEN TO THEM AT
GRADUATION PRACTICE. THE FORM MUST
HAVE THE NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE
COLLEGE. THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR ONE
FINAL TRANSCRIPT.
END OF THE YEAR TRANSFERS
Students who know that they will be
transferring from Northeast over the summer need to
stop by the Office of School Counseling and pick up a
Withdrawal Form, take the form home, have their
parents sign it, and return the form to Mrs. Conner,
Guidance Registrar. Records will be sent home with
your student on the last day of school. The office is
open each day during the summer to withdraw your
student.
ATTENTION JUNIORS! SUMMER COLLEGE VISITS
Summer is a great time to visit colleges. Call the College Admissions Office ahead of time to make an
appointment. Many schools have programs and tours during the summer, and it is a good time to explore
possibilities.
COLLEGE INFORMATION TIMELINE
Below is a timeline that can help you and your student prepare for the college process.
April-May
June
June-August
September-December
January-February
March-June
Research colleges
Take ACT/SAT I and SAT II
Visit Colleges
Select college(s) and complete and mail applications
Complete FAFSA forms
Apply for all scholarships available
GRADUATING TECH PREP SENIORS EARN FREE AACC CREDITS!!
Graduating seniors who have completed one of the high school Tech Prep programs of study with an
average grade of “B” or better are eligible to receive free Anne Arundel Community College credits.
To have your high school grades evaluated, seniors are reminded to ask your Tech Prep teacher for the
Request for Evaluation of Tech Prep Credits form. Complete and mail the form and enroll at Anne Arundel
Community College within one year of high school graduation. College credits will be placed on your college
transcript after completing six credits of AACC college coursework with a grade of “C” or higher.
Should you have any questions, please contact your Tech Prep teacher or Mary Garner (410-777-2891),
Tech Prep Coordinator at Anne Arundel Community College. You may also send questions via email to
[email protected].
SECONDARY SUMMER SCHOOL
At the time of registration, the student or guardian must present a completed Secondary Summer
School Registration Form.
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Registration forms are available from the school counselors
The student’s home school counselor must approve the course(s)
before a student can enroll.
All sections of the registration form must be properly filled out
before the student will be permitted to register.
School fees: $300 per course or $100 per course (Tuition reduction available
for families who qualify)
Checks or money orders only. Cash will not be accepted.
THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR
CHANGE OF ADDRESS
If a student moves, the parent must provide written proof of residency to the Registrar as soon as
possible in order for the student records and mailing address to be updated. Proof of residency includes
the mortgage/lease (plus Tenant Verification, if applicable) and current utility bill. Papers may also be
faxed to the Registrar at 410-437-7012. Make sure you write the student’s name on all the papers.
ADDRESS WILL NOT BE CHANGED IN THE COMPUTER
BY WRITING THE NEW ADDRESS ON THE EMERGENCY CARD.
ENROLLING IN NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL
Call the Northeast Registrar Office at 410-437-6400, ext. 5788, to schedule an appointment.
Parents must bring a picture ID (i.e. driver’s license) to enter the building. Students should accompany
the parent to register.
The following documentation is MANDATORY and must ALL be presented to the Registrar
during the enrollment appointment. Parents may have papers faxed in advance to Northeast High
School at 410-437-7012 (Attn: Chris Conner). Faxes must be received prior to enrolling and parents
are responsible for obtaining all paperwork.
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Transfer packet from your last school, which includes a current transcript
 Copy of an updated immunization record. All shots MUST be in compliance
with Health Department regulations or the enrollment will not proceed.
 If you are not the custodial parent, you must provide documentation of custody
or custodial rights from a divorce. If you are a step-parent, you must have a notarized
statement from the parent to enroll your step-child.
 Birth Certificate, passport, or visa
 Copy of special education documents (IEP, 504, etc.)
 Proof of residency (choose A, B, or C below):
A. If you own the home (it must be in your name), a copy of your
mortgage statement, tax bill/assessment.
B. If you rent, a copy of the lease.
C. If you are living with someone, you must have a Tenant Verification
Form. This form needs to be notarized and you must present a
mortgage statement, tax bill, or a lease and a current utility bill of the
homeowner. The form may be obtained from the school or download the
form from http://www.aacps.org (go to Students -> Enrolling at AACPS
then select Step 3 Item). A current pay stub, W-2, bank statement, or
official government mail in your name, at that address, must also be presented.
Yearbooks hold special memories, and your child will treasure hers forever.
The cost of the yearbook is $100.
Students with pre-ordered books are invited to an after-school book
signing party with music and refreshments available. The last day to
pre-order books online is May 1. Only students who have
pre-ordered books will be able to receive their books during the party.
After the book signing party, leftover books will be sold on a first-come-firstserved basis during I and I, second chance breakfast, and after school.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to give your child the memories
only a yearbook can recall.
Here’s How to Purchase Your Child’s Yearbook:
1. Go to www.jostens.com
2. Click on “Yearbooks” then click the link that says “Buy Your Yearbook.”
3. Enter “Northeast Senior High School Pasadena, MD,” and our school will pop up
in a drop down menu.
4. Click on Northeast Senior High School Pasadena, MD.
5. Select your package.
6. After you choose your package click on the “Next” button.
7. Follow the online instructions for payment. (The deadline for Personalization
has already passed and cannot be ordered at this point through the website.)
Attention Class of 2016
IMPORTANT Senior Portrait Information
Dear Rising Seniors and Parents of Rising Seniors:
Your senior year is quickly approaching, and that means it’s time to take Senior
Portraits! Senior portraits will be taken in May, July, and September at Northeast
High School. Lifetouch / Prestige will assign a date to you by postcard. NHS Yearbook
works only with Lifetouch for yearbook portraits. So even if you will NOT be
purchasing photographs through Lifetouch, but you DO want your senior portrait to
appear in your senior yearbook, you should still have your portraits taken by
Lifetouch on your assigned appointment date in order to appear in the yearbook.
Remember!
If you do not have your portrait taken by Prestige, your
portrait will NOT appear in the yearbook. It costs nothing
to have your yearbook picture taken, so be sure you come to
school on the correct day and time to have your picture
taken even if you are not purchasing portraits. If you
miss your appointment, please come on one of the make-up
days after contacting Lifetouch / Prestige.
It is important that once you receive your proofs from Lifetouch that you go online
and select the portrait that you would like placed in the 2016 yearbook. Choose ONLY
a picture taken in the traditional tux or drape with a BLUE BACKGROUND. If you
select a portrait with anything other than a blue background, the yearbook staff will
choose an appropriate one for you.
Finally, please understand that the senior portrait pages of the yearbook must be
completed by our staff by the end of September. Therefore, if your portraits are not
taken and selected by September 27, your senior portrait will not appear in the
yearbook. If you have any questions, please contact Monica Lynch at
[email protected].
Thank you for your cooperation,
2016 Northeast High School Yearbook Staff
Parent Brag Sheet
Students often underrepresent the great things they have done in high school. In an effort to get a
well-rounded letter of recommendation for your child, please feel free to tell us all the good things your
student has done (jobs, awards, activities, etc.). Please return this form to the Office of School
Counseling.
Name: _________________________________________________
Student: ________________________________________________
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Communicating to Eagle Country
In our ongoing efforts to promote open and honest communication, we are offering this
opportunity for our parent community to provide informal feedback and input. Look
for this feature in every newsletter, and please feel free to let us know what you think!
Mail, fax (410-437-7012), or send this sheet in to the office c/o Pam Allen, Principal’s
Secretary.
Dear Mr. Williams:
Just wanted to let you know….
Positives:________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
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Concerns: _______________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
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Signed,
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Phone Number:______________________________________
The 2015 Great Give & Your School
The Great Give is a 24-hour virtual
fundraiser hosted by the Community
Foundation of Anne Arundel County (CFAAC)
to raise awareness and money for
local non-profit organizations in
Anne Arundel County.
This year, Anne Arundel County Public Schools
(AACPS) will be partnering with the 21st
Century Education Foundation to participate in
the event to raise dollars and awareness to
support important school system initiatives.
How can I get involved?
Share information about the Great Give with everyone!
Celebrate the start of the Great Give at the Bowie Baysox Game on
the evening of May 5th (more details to come).
Participate in an AACPS Great Give Contest for the chance
to win money for your school.
Make a donation! A donation of $15 can make a difference!
Help AACPS compete with other non-profit organizations across
Anne Arundel County for the chance to win extra money through
the Great Give.
Mark your calendar to give online:
May 5–6, 2015
6:00 PM–6:00 PM
How will the Great Give
benefit AACPS and my
community?
Money raised will be used to support
the following five strategic initiatives:
Early Literacy
Classroom materials and resources
to promote early literacy from Birth
to 2nd Grade.
Technology in the
Classroom
Tablets and devices to support
and enhance instruction.
Summer &
Co-Curricular Programs
Funding to defray the cost of
before, during, and after school
activities and provide scholarships
for students to attend
summer programs.
College & Career Readiness
Events and opportunities to prepare
students for college and careers.
Family &
Community Engagement
Events and activities to engage and
inform families and communities
about the work going on in the
school so that they can better
support their children.
The 21st Century
Education Foundation
Get involved in the
Great Give today
Visit www.21st-education.org
for more information about
the event or contact
Jennifer Halstead,
410-222-5373 or
[email protected].
#GreatGiveAACPS
Founded in 1997, the 21st Century
Education Foundation (21st CEF) is a
501(c)(3) non-profit organization
created to support the students
and teachers of AACPS. Working
together with business and
community leaders, the 21st CEF
promotes collaborative efforts to
match the needs of AACPS with the
financial resources of the
surrounding businesses, industries,
and community.
AACPS Great Give Contests
To encourage friendly competition between schools, six fun challenges
have been created to give your school the chance to win cash prizes/
awards. Go to www.21st-education.org for complete contest details.
Early Promotion Challenges
1
School Shout Out
2
Lights, Camera, Action Challenge
3
Tweet & Retweet Challenge
4
Submit a 10-20 second video “Shout Out” with students and staff promoting
the Great Give. Selected videos will be shared through AACPS’ Twitter and
Facebook pages and one Grand Prize winner will be randomly selected to win
money for the group’s school.
Create a 60 second student video promoting one of our five Great Give
strategic initiatives to be posted to the AACPS YouTube channel. The student’s
video that receives the most views will win money for his/her school.
Promote the Great Give May 1 through 5pm May 6 through your school’s
Twitter account. The goal is to get as many retweets as possible. The school
with the most retweets will win money.
Ready, Set, Give
Sign up online for a reminder to give on May 5–6. One donor’s school of choice
will be randomly selected to win money.
Great Give Day-Of Challenges
5
6
We Gave Back Drawing
Get at least five adults at your school to make a gift on May 6 and tweet a
picture with the caption “We Gave to #GreatGiveAACPS because _____.”
Please include your school name; your school will then be entered for a
random drawing.
Proud Parent Drawing
Make a gift May 5–6 and tweet a message about why you gave. Pictures
are encouraged, but not necessary. Please include your school name and
#GreatGiveAACPS; your school will then be entered for a random drawing.
Could we create other opportunities to involve our
school and community?
#GreatGiveAACPS
Absolutely! We hope that all schools will want to become engaged in the Great Give and
we welcome any ideas that you have for getting involved. Help your students set up a
giving center at your school, throw a Great Give party at your house, or issue a Great Give
fundraising challenge to another school! Let us know what you are doing so we can share
your great ideas. Contact Jennifer Halstead at 410-222-5373 or [email protected].
La Gran Aportación del 2015 y su escuela
La Gran Aportación es una recaudación de
fondos virtual que dura 24 horas, llevada
a cabo por la fundación Comunitaria del
Condado de Anne Arundel (CFA-AC) para
concientizar y recaudar fondos para
organizaciones no lucrativas locales
en el Condado de Anne Arundel
Este año, las Escuelas Públicas del Condado
de Anne Arundel (AACPS) y la Fundación
Educativa Siglo 21 se asociarán para participar
en el evento para recaudar fondos y crear
conciencia para apoyar importantes iniciativas
del sistema escolar.
¿Cómo puedo involucrarme?
¡Comparte información de La Gran Aportación con todo mundo!
Celebra el inicio de La Gran Aportación la tarde del 5 de mayo
durante el Juego Baysox Bowie (más detalles próximamente).
Participa en un concurso de la Gran Aportación AACPS para
tener la oportunidad de ganar dinero para tu escuela.
¡Dona! Una donación de $15 puede hacer la diferencia. Ayuda a
AACPS a competir con otras organizaciones sin fines de lucro en
todo el Condado de Anne Arundel para tener la oportunidad de
ganar dinero adicional a través de la Gran Aportación.
Marca tu calendario para aportar en línea:
5–6 de mayo, 2015
6:00 PM–6:00 PM
¿De que forma la Gran
Aportación beneficiará
a AACPS y a mi comunidad?
El dinero recaudado será usado
para apoyar las siguientes cinco
iniciativas estratégicas:
Alfabetización temprana
Materiales educativos y recursos
para promover la alfabetización
temprana desde el nacimiento
hasta 2do grado.
Tecnología en el salón
de clases
Tabletas y dispositivos para
apoyar y mejorar la instrucción.
Programas co-curriculares
y de verano
Fondos para sufragar los costos
de actividades previas, durante
o después de clases y proporcionar
becas a estudiantes para asistir
a programas de verano.
Preparación para el colegio
y profesiones
Eventos y oportunidades para
preparar a los estudiantes para
el colegio y profesiones.
Participación familiar
y comunitaria
Eventos y actividades para informar
e involucrar a familias y comunidades sobre el trabajo que se lleva
a cabo en las escuelas para que
puedan apoyar a sus hijos de una
mejor manera.
La Fundación Educativa
Siglo 21
Involúcrate en La
Gran Aportación
hoy mismo
Visita www.21st-education.org
para más información sobre
el evento o ponte en contacto
con Jennifer Halstead al
410-222-5373 o a
[email protected].
#GreatGiveAACPS
Fundada en 1997, la fundación
educativa siglo 21 (21st CEF) es una
organización sin fines de lucro
501(c)(3) creada para apoyar
a los estudiantes y maestros
de AACPS. Al trabajar con negocios
y líderes comunitarios, la CEF 21st
promueve esfuerzos colaborativos
para satisfacer las necesidades
de AACPS con recursos financieros
de los negocios, industrias
y comunidad alrededor.
Concursos de la Gran Aportación AACPS
Para fomentar la competencia amistosa entre escuelas, se han creado
seis divertidos desafíos para darle a tu escuela la oportunidad de ganar
premios en efectivo/reconocimientos.Visita www.21st-education.org
para más información del concurso.
Desafíos de promoción temprana
1
Alzar la voz de la escuela:
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Desafío Luz, Cámara y Acción:
3
Desafío Tweet & Retweet:
4
En sus Marcas, Listos, Aporta:
Envía un video “Alzando la voz” de 10 a 20 segundos con estudiantes y personal
promoviendo la Gran Aportación. Se compartirán ciertos videos a través del
Twitter y la página de Facebook y el ganador del Gran Premio se seleccionará
al azar para ganar dinero para la escuela del grupo.
Crea un video de estudiantes de 60 segundos promoviendo una de nuestras cinco
iniciativas estratégicas de la Gran Aportación para publicarla en nuestro canal
de YoutTube de AACPS. El video del estudiante que reciba el mayor número de
reproducciones ganará dinero para su escuela.
Promueve la Gran Aportación el primero de mayo hasta las 5 pm. hasta el 6 de mayo
a través de la cuenta de de Twitter de tu escuela. El objetivo es obtener tantos retweets
como sean posible. La escuela con el mayor número de retweets ganará dinero.
Regístrate en línea para recibir un recordatorio los días 5 y 6 de mayo. La escuela
de un donador será seleccionada al azar para ganar dinero.
El Día de La Gran Aportación/Desafío
5
6
Rifa de Retribución:
Reúne al menos cinco adultos de tu escuela para que hagan un regalo el 6 de
mayo y twiteen una foto con el encabezado “Aportamos a #GreatGiveAACPS
porque _______.” Por favor incluye el nombre de tu escuela, ya que tu escuela
participará en una rifa al azar.
Rifa del Padre/Madre Orgulloso/a:
Haz un regalo los días 5-6 de mayo y twitea un mensaje diciendo porque
aportaste. Aunque no son necesarias, se recomienda subir fotos. Por favor incluye
el nombre de tu escuela y #GreatGiveAACPS, ya que tu escuela participará en una
rifa al azar.
¿Podríamos crear otras oportunidades para involucrar a nuestra
escuela y a nuestra comunidad?
#GreatGiveAACPS
Claro que sí! Esperamos que todas las escuelas quieran involucrarse en la Gran Aportación
y estamos abiertos a cualquier idea que tengas que ayuden a involucrarte. Ayuda a tus
estudiantes para que organicen un centro de aportación en tu escuela, haz una fiesta de la Gran
Aportación en tu casa o proponle un desafío de la Gran Aportación a otra escuela! Déjanos
saber que estas haciendo para poder compartir tus grandes ideas. Ponte en contacto con
Jennifer Halstead al 410-222-5373 o en [email protected]
Musical Magic
Presented by the Northeast High School Music Department
Performances by the Northeast High School Music Department
With Special guest Kohl and Company
May 9th at 7pm
Northeast High School Auditorium
Tickets
$10 Adults
$8 Students
Tickets will be sold at the door and in the Attendance office at Northeast
(Monday-Friday, 7:00-2:30)
ONE WAY | TO CROSS THE BAY
Don’t miss out on the chance to run or walk over the Chesapeake Bay!
The inaugural run last year was a huge success! Registration sold out quickly.
Catherine Thorson, an AACPS employee, is an ambassador for the “Across the Bay” 10k
run, and is able to provide a discount to employees.
On Sunday, November 8, 2015, this 10 kilometer, 6.2 mile point-to-point course will take
runners over the 4.35-mile Chesapeake Bay Bridge, which reaches 186 feet at its tallest point.
Runners will experience water vistas dotted with sailboats and cargo ships from atop a major
dual-span bridge that doesn’t allow pedestrian traffic at any other time of the year.
The race is open to participants of various levels of fitness and physical abilities as long as you
are able to complete the event at an average pace of 19 minutes/mile.
Race day also will include a kids’ race! Check back for details!
Register through the website below and get $5 off using the discount code (total cost $55). You
can bypass the waiting list and closed registration with this code!
Website link: https://register.racepartner.com/BridgeRace/promo
Promo Code: AMBTHORSONC15
If you have questions, please e-mail Catherine Thorson at [email protected] or Angela Barber
at [email protected].
Parent Link
Connecting You and Your Child to Information on Our Journey to Greatness
The evidence is consistent, positive, and convincing: families have a major influence
on their children’s achievement. When schools, families, and community groups work
together to support learning, children tend to do better in school, stay in school
longer, and like school more.” Anne T. Henderson, Karen L. Mapp
Get “Great Give-Involved”
for Your Great School!!
24 Hours of Giving Fun on May 5-6
Click on the image below for more information.
May 2015
Takeinformation.
a break
Watch for further
from digital
entertainment!
Use Screen-Free Week to swap digital
entertainment for the joys of life beyond the screen.
Instead of watching TV, surfing the web, or playing
with apps and video games, families read, play, think,
create, explore nature, and spend more time together
and with friends.
Visit www.screenfree.org for more information.
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The more we read,
the
more we know.
Dr. Seuss
Research Point: Children who have larger vocabularies
and greater understanding of spoken language do better in
school (Whitehurst and Lonigan).
Tips for Parents: Expose your children to more
vocabulary words by reading often and constantly with
your child. Read multiple books and articles on the same
topics. Chat about what you’re reading together.
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REGISTER NOW!
Arlington Echo 2015 Summer Camps!!
www.arlingtonecho.org or call 410-222-3822
Arlington Echo's Outdoor
Education Program
partners with the Arts, and
Classical Languages
programs of Anne Arundel
County Public Schools to
offer students a variety of
summer experiences in a
safe, supportive, and
welcoming environment.
Senior staff include certified
teachers and professionals
in environmental and
outdoor education, art, and
classical languages.
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Volunteer of the Month
April 2015
Jay & Doris Garvin
George T. Cromwell Elementary School
… for dedicating “Golden Years”
of service to our students and staff.
To nominate outstanding volunteers for the AACPS Volunteer of the
Month Award, email [email protected]
Office of School & Family Partnerships
AACPS TV Programs:
Comcast and Broadstripe Channel 96, & Verizon Channel 36
Parent Connection, Parents’ Corner, World View
Nuestra Comunidad (Our Community), and
¡Charlemos Juntos! (Let’s Chat)
Published by:
The Office of School & Family Partnerships
410-222-5414; [email protected]
Parent Link
Conectándolo a Ud. y a su Hijo a la Información en Nuestro Camino a la Grandeza
“La evidencia es consistente, positiva y convincente: las familias tienen una gran influencia en el
rendimiento de sus hijos. Cuando las escuelas, las familias y los grupos de la comunidad trabajan
juntos para apoyar el aprendizaje, los niños tienden a mejorar en la escuela, permanecer en la
escuela por más tiempo y les gusta más la escuela.” Anne T. Henderson, Karen L. Mapp
¡"Involúcrate en la Gran Aportación"
para tu gran escuela!!
24 Horas para Dar Diversión del 5 al 6 de mayo
Haga clic en la imagen de abajo para obtener más información.
La Gran Aportación es una recaudación de fondos virtual que dura 24
horas, llevada a cabo por la fundación Comunitaria del Condado de Anne
Arundel (CFA-AC) para concientizar y recaudar fondos para
organizaciones no lucrativas locales en el Condado de Anne Arundel.
Este año, las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Anne Arundel (AACPS)
y la Fundación Educativa Siglo 21 se asociarán para participar en el
evento para recaudar fondos y crear conciencia para apoyar importantes
iniciativas del sistema escolar.
Mayo 2015
Watch for further
information.
¡Tome
un descanso
de entretenimiento
digital!
Utilice la semana Sin Pantalla para intercambiar el
entretenimiento digital para los placeres de la vida
más allá de la pantalla. En lugar de ver la televisión,
navegar por la red o jugando con aplicaciones y juegos
de video, las familias pueden leer, jugar, pensar,
crear, explorar la naturaleza y pasar más tiempo
juntos y con amigos.

En cuanto más
leemos, más
sabemos.
Marca tu calendario
para aportar en línea:
5–6 de mayo, 2015
6:00 PM–6:00 PM
Dr. Seuss

¡MATRICULESE AHORA!
¡Campamentos de Verano de Arlington Echo
2015!!
www.arlingtonecho.org o llame 410-222-3822
Programa de Educación
al Aire Libre de Arlington
Echo se asocia con los
programas de las artes y
lenguas clásicas de las
Escuelas Públicas del
Condado de Anne Arundel
para ofrecer a los
estudiantes una variedad
de experiencias de verano
en un entorno seguro,
acogedor y solidario. El
personal incluye maestros
certificados y profesionales
en educación ambiental y
al aire libre, arte y lenguas
clásicas.
Punto de investigación: Los niños que tienen vocabularios
más grandes y una mayor comprensión del lenguaje hablado
hacen mejor en la escuela (Whitehurst y Lonigan).
Consejos para los padres: Exponer a sus hijos a más
palabras de vocabulario leyendo a menudo y
constantemente con su hijo. Lean varios libros y artículos
sobre los mismos temas. Charlen sobre lo que están leyendo
juntos.

Voluntario del Mes
Abril 2015
Jay y Doris Garvin
Escuela Primaria George T. Cromwell
… por dedicar “Anos de Oro” de servicio a
nuestros estudiantes y personal.
Para nominar voluntarios excepcionales al Premio Voluntario de
Mes de AACPS escriba a [email protected]
Programas en AACPS TV de la Oficina de Relaciones entre la
Escuela y la Familia por Comcast y Broadstripe Canal 96 &
Verizon Canal 36:
Parent Connection, Parents’ Corner, World View, Nuestra
Comunidad y ¡Charlemos Juntos!
Publicado por:
La Oficina de Relaciones entre la escuela y la Familia
410-222-5414; [email protected]
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
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10–12 New teacher orientation.
5–9 High School Assessment (HSA) Administration.
13–14 Reading Program training for new teachers.
TBA PSAT Administration. No classes at CAT-North or
CAT-South. Students remain in their home high school.
12 Fall Sports begin.
17–20 Opening activities for teachers (To include the equivalent of
2 teacher workdays). Aug. 19: Prof. Development Day.
21 Schools closed for teachers.
24 Schools open for grades 1–5 and grades 6 and 9 only.
25 Schools open for students in grades 1 through 12.
24, 25 Conferences for Kindergarten and Full-day Pre-K
25, 26 Conferences for Half-day Pre-K & ECI students.
26–28 Staggered entrance for Kindergarten and Full-day
Prekindergarten.
27 First day of school for ECI students.
27, 28,31 Staggered entrance for Half-day Prekindergarten.*
31 First day for all Kindergarten and Full-day
Prekindergarten.
September
1 First day for all Half-day Prekindergarten.
7 Labor Day — All Schools & Central Offices closed.
14 Rosh Hashanah — All Schools & Central Offices
closed. No extracurricular activities to be held after
sundown the preceding evening.
23 Yom Kippur — All Schools & Central Offices closed.
No extracurricular activities to be held after sundown the
preceding evening.
30 Interims to be sent home by this date.
*For more information on the start of Kindergarten, Pre-K, or ECI, contact your
local school or visit the Early Childhood website at www.aacps.org/earlychildhood
Bold calendar type— See explanations below
15 Professional Development. Two-hour early dismissal for
all students. Schools closed for p.m. Prekindergarten
and ECI students.
16 Schools closed for students. MSEA Convention.
Professional Development Day.
30 End of first marking period (46 days). Two-hour early
dismissal for all students. Schools closed for p.m.
Prekindergarten and ECI.
November
2 Beginning of second marking period.
9 Report Card/Progress Report distribution.
11 Professional Development. Two-hour early dismissal for
all students. Schools closed for p.m. Prekindergarten
and ECI students.
14 Winter Sports begin.
16–20 American Education Week.
23–24 Schools closed for students. Parent/Teacher
conferences for elementary and middle schools.
Professional Development day/Workday for
high school teachers.
25–27 Thanksgiving Holiday —
All Schools & Central Offices Closed.
December
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11 Interims to be sent home by this date.
24–1/1 Christmas/Winter Break—All schools closed December
24 through January 1 for students, teachers, and
school-based Unit IV employees. School Offices &
Central Offices closed December 24, 25, 31 and
January 1.
January
1 All Schools & Central Offices closed.
4 Schools open for teachers and students.
5–14 High School Assessment Administration.
15 Semester Examinations for Centers of Applied Technology.
18 Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Commemoration —
All Schools & Central Offices closed.
19–22 High School Semester Examinations.
Two-hour early dismissal for all students, teacher
workdays. Schools closed for p.m. Prekindergarten
and ECI students.
22 End of second marking period (47 days).
25 & 26 Schools closed for students. Professional Development
day/Workday for elementary and middle schools.
27 Beginning of third marking period.
Note: January 25 and 26 may be made school days for all
students. See “Calendar Notes” on the reverse side regarding
Inclement Weather closings.
Anne Arundel County Public Schools | 2015 – 2016 School Calendar
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9 Prekindergarten Application begins.
23 Beginning of High School Assessment (HSA)
Administration period (5/23–6/10).
26, 27 Spring Conferences for Prekindergarten, Kindergarten,
& ECI. Schools closed for those students.
26 Last day for graduating seniors.
15 Presidents Day —
All Schools & Central Offices closed.
1 Spring sports begin.
30 Memorial Day — All Schools & Central Offices closed.
June
10 End of High School Assessment (HSA) Administration
period (5/23–6/10).
2 Interims to be sent home by this date.
21–28 Easter/Spring Break — (see Inclement Weather note)
All Schools closed March 21–28 for students, teachers,
and school-based Unit IV employees. School Offices
and Central Offices closed March 24, 25, 28.
10 Semester Examinations for Centers of Applied Technology.
Last day for half-day Pre-K and ECI students.
13–16 High School Examinations, textbook collection.
Two-hour early dismissal for all students.
16 End of fourth marking period (47 days).
Last day for students.
April
4–8 High School Assessment (HSA) Administration.
5 Primary Elections.
All Schools & Central Offices closed.
6–15 MSA Science Assessment Administration.
6 Registration for Kindergarten begins.
11 End of third marking period (46 days).
Two-hour early dismissal for all students.
Schools closed for p.m. Prekindergarten and ECI.
12 Beginning of fourth marking period.
19 Report Card distribution.
27 Professional Development Two-hour early dismissal for
all students. Schools closed for p.m. Prekindergarten
and ECI students.
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2 Report Card distribution.
10 Professional Development. Two-hour early dismissal for
all students. Schools closed for p.m. Prekindergarten
and ECI students.
Bold calendar type— See explanations below
17 Last day for teachers.
July
4 Independence Day —
All Schools & Central Office closed.
5 Summer School begins.
August
1–5 High School Assessment (HSA) Summer Administration.
This calendar has five days built in at the end of the school year for emergency
closings, making the school year 186 student days and 196 teacher days. If
any of the five emergency days are not used, they shall be deducted from the
June closing date. If more than five additional makeup days are needed:
• Monday, March 21 through Thursday, March 24– the first four days of
Easter/Spring Break – will be used (in that order) for potential makeup days.
• Additional inclement weather closings after March 24, and any days needed
beyond nine, will be added onto the end of the school year.
• If emergency closings fall on January testing days or the teacher workday,
secondary schools will reschedule so that there are four consecutive testing
days followed by one teacher workday. This scheduling affects all schools.
Semester Tests and Examinations
Extracurricular activities, practices, and club activities shall be scheduled at the
end of the regular school day for not more than 90 minutes on the evening prior
to the day of semester tests and examinations for high schools.
Religious Observances
Tests and examinations shall not be scheduled on the day of a major religious
observance. Tests and examinations for evening high school will not be
scheduled on the day a religious observance begins. Jewish and Muslim dates
are set according to the Lunar calendar; they begin at sundown on the preceding evening and conclude at sundown on the dates noted.
• Sept. 14: Rosh Hashanah
• Sept. 23: Eid al-Adha
• Sept. 23: Yom Kippur
Appropriate Exercises
Schools shall devote a portion of the day to appropriate exercises on the
following dates (or on the following Monday if date falls on the weekend):
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Sept. 17: Constitution Day
Nov. 11: Veterans’ Day
Feb. 12: Lincoln’s Birthday
April 29: Arbor Day
• Oct. 12: Columbus Day
• Jan. 18: Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday
• Feb. 22: Washington’s Birthday
• May 30: Memorial Day
…and any other day of national significance. When schools are closed,
appropriate exercises should be held on the preceding Friday.
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Summer Camps
Art Trek Camp
Early Birds Camp
Echo Adventure Camp
El Campo del Bosque
Friendship Camp
High Adventure Camp
Learn To Swim
Natural Connections
Art Program
Planet Earth Camp
At Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center, we’re eagerly looking
forward to our 45th year of summer programming. Please take a
moment to browse through this booklet to learn more about our
wide variety of summer programs. We take pride in providing a
safe environment for learning, making new friends, and building
confidence. Each camp is staffed with a combination of certified
teachers and enthusiastic junior counselors; it’s their job to make
sure each camper has a positive, unforgettable experience. We
believe every child should have the opportunity to enjoy summer
camp, and we offer financial assistance for those in need.
Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center sits on 24 wooded
acres at the headwaters of the Severn River in Millersville, a perfect
location for teaching environmental stewardship in the outdoors.
It’s owned and operated year-round by Anne Arundel County
Public Schools and is home to the Office of Environmental Literacy
and Outdoor Education.
I’ll be happy to answer any general questions about the program,
so please don’t hesitate to give me a call at 410-222-3822. We
hope to see you this summer!
Melanie Parker
Coordinator
Pub# 2295/45 (Rev. 1/15) DPS/SG
Anne Arundel County Public Schools prohibits discrimination in matters affecting
employment or in providing access to programs on the basis of race, color, religion,
national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability unrelated in
nature and extent so as to reasonably preclude performance. For more information,
contact The Office of Investigations, Anne Arundel County Public Schools,
2644 Riva Road, Annapolis, Maryland 21401, (410) 222-5286; TDD (410) 222-5500.
www.aacps.org
George Arlotto, Superintendent of Schools
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Contents
Important Dates
Art
• Art Trek................................................2
• Natural Connections .............................2
Application • 7
Application Deadlines:
Outdoor Education
• Early Birds Camp...................................3
• Friendship Camp...................................3
• Planet Earth Camp................................4
• Echo Adventure Camp...........................4
• HIgh Adventure Camp...........................4
Application • 9
Outdoor Education Camps and El Campo del Bosque fill on a first come, first
served basis. A deposit is due with each application. Students are selected for
Art Camps based on the application.
Art Applications Due ..................................................................................... March 28
Outdoor Education Camps Deadline........................................................... May 25
El Campo del Bosque Deadline..................................................................... May 15
The Financial Assistance Application is due along with all other
application materials
June
Sunday
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Monday
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• Learn to Swim.......................................5
Application • 11
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World & Classical Languages
• El Campo del Bosque.............................6
Application • 13
Financial Assistance Form................ 15
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Tuesday
Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Early Birds Camp I
Learn to Swim
High Adventure Camp
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El Campo del Bosque
Learn to Swim
July
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
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Map to Arlington Echo..........back cover
Thursday
Friday
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Saturday
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El Campo del Bosque
Learn to Swim
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Planet Earth Camp
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Friendship Camp
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Echo Adventure Camp
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EAC
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Early Birds Camp II
August
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
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Art Trek
Natural Connections
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Art Camps
Art Trek
Transportation
Dates: August 3–6
Time: 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Cost for each camp
Students will be picked up at designated bus stops each
morning and returned each afternoon. Bus schedules
will be sent later.
ECO-Imaginarium
For students entering grades: 3–6
The goal of the Art Trek program is to challenge and encourage
students with aspiring interests and emerging skills in art. Taught
by county art teachers, the Art Trek experience offers drawing,
painting, sculpture, as well as other activities. Students will have
the opportunity to become acquainted with new friends with
similar artistic interests.
Swimming and canoeing will be offered for each student.
These activities are supervised by certified aquatic instructors at all
times.
$275.00 ($100.00 deposit, $175.00 to be paid upon
acceptance.) Financial Assistance Scholarships may be
available to students.
Meals
Students will be provided with lunch and a snack each day.
Application Procedures (page 7)
1. Students must complete the Art Camp Application form.
Check the box to indicate the program you are applying for.
2. The Teacher Nomination Form (on the back of the student
application) must be completed for each applicant.
3. The school office will supply the SIF number.
Natural Connections
Artsplosion! Art Enrichment program
For students entering grades: 7–9
Dates: August 3–6
Time: 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
The goal of Anne Arundel County Public Schools Enrichment program is to provide students with an intensive studio experience
with activities focusing on the environment around them and the
opportunity to make independent artistic discoveries.
This year’s activities include projects in sculpture, drawing,
and a large collaborative artwork combining all students’ artistic
strengths. Each Day brings a fresh perspective and exciting twists
are in store – ART-rageous!
4. A $100.00 deposit must be returned with application forms
(refunded if the student is not accepted). Make the check payable to Anne Arundel County Public Schools.
5.Student Application Form, Teacher Nomination Form, Financial Assistance Form, and a $100.00 deposit must be returned
(or postmarked) by March 28, 2015. Checks and
applications should be mailed to:
Art Office
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
2644 Riva Road
Annapolis, MD 21401
6. Selection by Committee will be based on the student application and the teacher’s nomination. Space is Limited.
7. Selection decisions will be mailed to parents of applicants
from the Art Office by April 25, 2015.
Follow-up Mailing to Participants
Students selected to participate will receive a map to Arlington Echo, a
student camper information form, and a sample schedule of activities for the week as well as transportation information.
For more information call the Art Office at 410-222-5450.
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Outdoor Education
Who can participate?
All Outdoor Education camps are open to
any student who has an interest in the environment, making new friends, adventure,
and personal growth.
Staff
Our staff consists of AACPS teachers as well
as college students with experience in the
areas of outdoor and environmental education. Volunteer counselors-in-training
support the staff in many ways.
Application Procedures
Register and pay online at
www.ArlingtonEcho.org by clicking
“Camps,”choose your camp from the list
provided, and follow the link for registration, or
1. Submit the Outdoor Education Camp
Application by May 25, 2015.
2. A deposit must be included.
3. The balance of is due upon the
acceptance of camp.
Early Birds Camp
Friendship Camp
EBC I: June 22–25 | 9:00am–3:00 pm
EBC II: July 27–30 | 9:00am–3:00 pm
July 13–15
Students entering grades: K–2
If you are looking for a safe, nurturing
camp that teaches young children to be
good stewards of the natural environment,
this camp is for you! Early Birds Camp
will allow the young and often first-time
camper many opportunities to explore,
investigate, and experience a variety of
nature-based activities. Daily activities will
include science, music, art, movement, and
swimming centered around the outdoor
environment. A well trained staff will guide
each young camper in these enriching
experiences.
The camp will run from Monday to Thursday, from 9am–3pm. Transportation is the
responsibility of the parent. Lunch and
snack will be provided each day.
Payment/Refund Policy:
Cost
Full payment is due 30 days prior to start of
camp. If full payment is not received by this
time, your child’s reservation will not be
held. After this date, we cannot guarantee
that space will be available when your
payment is received. If a cancellation is
made before the 30 day time period, a
100% refund will be issued (less a $10
processing fee). If a cancellation is made
any time between 30–15 days prior to the
start of camp, a 50% refund will be issued
(less a $10 processing fee). No refunds will
be issued 14 days or less prior to the start
of camp. Additionally, there shall be no
partial refund granted for any camper’s
late arrival, early withdrawal, non-arrival or
dismissal for cause. All cancellations must
be received in writing.
$250 includes lunch and snack each day,
all materials of instruction, and swimming.
A $150 deposit must be included with the
application.
The $100 remaining balance is due upon
the acceptance of camp.
Questions about this camp?
Students entering grades: 2–4
Friendship Camp is a residential camp for
children who are ready to experience four
days and three nights of fun filled adventure! This child-centered camp is designed
for the active learning of young children.
Campers will enjoy a number of exciting
nature based activities as well as a learnto-swim program, arts and crafts, skits,
boating safety and crabbing and fishing.
This camp will provide each child with the
opportunity to interact with other children
under the guidance of a caring and trained
staff.
Cost
$400 includes meals, accommodations,
activities, and instructional materials.
A $200 deposit must be included with the
application.
The $200 remaining balance is due upon
the acceptance of camp.
Questions about this camp?
Contact:
Heather McCarthy
Arlington Echo Outdoor Educator
410-222-3822
[email protected]
Contact:
Sean McGuinn
Arlington Echo Outdoor Educator
410-222-3822
[email protected]
Questions?
Contact Arlington Echo Outdoor Education
Center at 410-222-3822.
*Register & Pay Online! 1. Visit: www.arlingtonecho.org
2. Click: Camps (choose your camp)
For more information call Arlington Echo at 410-222-3822.
3. Follow link to Register Online
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Planet Earth Camp Echo Adventure
For students entering grades: 4–6
Camp
July 6 –9
Students entering grades: 6–8
Planet Earth Camp is a four day, three
night residential camp for students that
love the outdoors. Through a variety of
hands-on activities, campers will investigate the natural environment and will participate in an environmental action project.
Every day we challenge our campers to
practice sustainable living by conserving
water and electricity, reducing food waste,
and even cooking a sustainable, locallysourced meal. And of course our campers
will enjoy a variety of classic summer camp
activities such as swimming, field games,
archery, fishing, crabbing, and canoeing!
Cost
$400 includes meals, accommodations,
activities, and instructional materials.
Student entering grades 9–12
July 20–26
June 22–27
Echo-Adventure Camp is a seven day, six
night residential camp for students that
enjoy being outdoors. While participating
in exciting outdoor challenges, campers
will explore natural ecosystems, develop
outdoor skills, and gain self-confidence
and independence. In addition to fishing,
crabbing, archery and camp crafts, campers will participate in a three night offsite
tent camping trip which features hiking,
meal preparation, camp games, and much
more! Our trained lifeguards will direct
water safety instruction and canoeing skills
as well as lead a river tubing adventure!
High Adventure Camp is a six day, five
night residential camp for young outdoor
enthusiasts looking to experience all that
Maryland’s wilderness has to offer. Campers spend the first two days taking in
all Arlington Echo has to offer—fishing,
crabbing, canoeing on the Severn River,
and teambuilding—and developing backcountry skills, including wildlife identification, campfire safety, cooking, campsite
selection, and practicing Leave No Trace
ethics. On the third morning we’ll wake
up early and take a bus out to the backcountry to start our real adventure and put
those skills to use! We’ll spend four days
and three nights hiking and camping in
one of Maryland’s most beautiful natural
areas. Hiking all day to a remote campsite
is one of nature’s most rewarding experiences, but can offer an at-times strenuous
challenge. Our experienced staff will be
there every step of the way to make sure
every camper has a positive, memorable
outdoor experience.
Cost
A $200 deposit must be included with the
application.
$700 includes meals, accommodations,
activities, instructional materials and transportation.
The $200 remaining balance is due upon
the acceptance of camp.
A $350 deposit must be included with the
application.
Questions about this camp?
The $350 remaining balance is due upon
the acceptance of camp.
Contact:
Ted Hall
Arlington Echo Teacher Specialist
410-222-3822
[email protected]
High Adventure
Camp
Questions about this camp?
Contact:
Lauren Tucker
Arlington Echo Outdoor Educator
410-222-3822
[email protected]
High Adventure Camp is perfect for first
time backpackers or for young outdoor
enthusiasts looking to make new friends!
Cost
$700 includes meals, accommodations,
activities, instructional materials and transportation.
A $350 deposit must be included with the
application.
The $350 remaining balance is due upon
the acceptance of camp.
Questions about camp?
Remember, all Outdoor Education Camp
applications are due by May 25, 2015.
*Register & Pay Online! 1. Visit: www.arlingtonecho.org
Contact:
Eoin O’Neill
Arlington Echo Outdoor Educator
410-222-3822
[email protected]
2. Click: Camps (choose your camp)
For more information call Arlington Echo at 410-222-3822.
3. Follow link to Register Online
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Learn to Swim | Students ages: 3–11 years | June 22–25/July 29–July 2
The Learn to Swim Program is an expansion of the Outdoor Education Program’s
commitment to water safety education.
Seven different courses covering a variety
of skill levels will be offered. The program
objectives are to have students oriented to
the aquatic environment, gain and build
on basic skills, learn and refine different
strokes, and acquire personal safety and
rescue skills.
The Learn to Swim program runs for
two weeks, with eight total sessions.
Staff
Course Name
Ages
Pre-school Level I
3–4
Pre-School Level II
3–4
Introduction to Water Skills (Level I)
5–7
Fundamental Aquatic Skills (Level II)
Stroke Development (Level III)
9:00–9:40
Cost (Prepaid)
$55.00 for the first child
$50.00 for each additional child
(8–forty minute lessons)
Application Procedures (page 11)
Note: Online registration is not available.
1. Submit the Learn to Swim Application.
2. The fee must accompany the
application and will be refunded
only if the student is not accepted.
Classes are filled on a first-come
first-served basis.
Skill Screening
To ensure proper placement of your child
in the appropriate class, a screening for
each session will be offered. This will be an
opportunity to meet the instructors and
for the student to demonstrate his or her
current swimming ability.
Skill screening times are:
• Friday, June 19, 2015
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Preschool I & II and Levels I & II
9:45–10:25
✓
5–7
8–11
✓
6–8
Stroke Improvement (Level IV)
✓
10:30–11:10
✓
✓
✓
8–11
Stroke Refinement (Level V)
Instructors are the professional summer
aquatic education staff at Arlington Echo.
They are certified in Lifeguarding, First Aid,
CPR, and aquatic teaching experience.
Cathy Bellarin, Teacher
Specialist for the Drownproofing
Program, is the Learn to Swim Director.
6:30 –7:30 p.m. Levels III, IV, and V
Available Class Times for Lessons (✓)
✓
11:15–11:55
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
Lesson Descriptions
Pre-School Level I (ages 3 and 4)
Designed to develop a comfort level
in and around the water as a readiness
for learning to swim. It does not teach
young children to be accomplished
swimmers. It does provide the parent
with necessary knowledge/skills to orient their child to the water. The emphasis is on having fun. Parent participation in the water is required.
Pre-School Level II (ages 3 and 4)
Designed for the preschool age child
who is completely adjusted to and comfortable in the water. The child willingly
swims under the water and has some
swimming abilities.
Introduction to Water Skills (Level I)
Designed for the true beginner who
is afraid of the water. Basic skills (water
adjustment, floats, breath control, personal
safety) will be taught as students progress
through the program.
Fundamental Aquatic Skills (Level II)
Designed for the beginner who is comfortable in the water and has some basic
shallow water skills. Students will learn to
float without support, recover to a vertical position and begin to move through
the water without support.
Stroke Development (Level III)
Students will learn the front and back
crawl, elementary backstroke, treading
water, the dolphin kick and proper body
position for the butterfly, and diving from
the side of the pool.
Prerequisite:
Must have some deep water swimming
experience. Student must also be able to
independently execute the prone float,
back float, crawl stroke, combined back
stroke, and swimming on their side.
Stroke Improvement (Level IV)
Designed to increase endurance by
swimming the elementary backstroke,
front crawl and back crawl. The breaststroke, sidestroke, basics of turns, and the
butterfly will be taught.
Prerequisite:
Must be able to execute the front crawl
with rotary breathing, back crawl stroke
and elementary backstroke, and butterfly
body position and dolphin kick.
Stroke Refinement (Level V)
Designed to increase endurance and
master the crawlstroke, back crawl,
breaststroke, sidestroke, and butterfly.
Prerequisite: Students must be able to
demonstrate the skills taught in Level IV.
Level II will also introduce the student to
swimming on their side simultaneously
kicking and treading water.
For more information call Arlington Echo at 410-222-3822.
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World & Classical Languages
El Campo del
Bosque
For students entering grades: 1–5
Dates: June 29–July 2
Time: 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
From the moment your passport is stamped
entrada (entrance) by the officials at
inmigración (immigration), you will find
yourself immersed in an exciting world
where you will experience Hispanic culture
and speak the Spanish language. The goal
of El Campo del Bosque is to have learners
acquire a beginning pronunciation and vocabulary, be able to make basic exchanges
in the language, and develop some appreciation of the Hispanic culture. Through
word games, skits, music, art, and outdoor
activities, children gain an introduction or
enhance their existing Spanish speaking
skills while learning about the cultures in
which Spanish is spoken.
During the course of the 4-day camp,
instructors, who represent a combination of
both native and non-native speakers, will
immerse children in the target language
through a non-intimidating yet challenging
“Spanish only” environment. Students will
experience the structure and sound of the language through the use of phonics, song and
writing, as well as upbeat and exciting cultural
activities.
Children with no Spanish language
proficiency as well as the student who wants
to improve his or her language skills during
the summer are welcome. Students who
attended the camp last year will be grouped
in classes so that their learning can continue.
A student/instructor ratio of 10 :1 will be
maintained with each group of 10 children
also having a Junior Counselor and at least
one Counselor-in-training. The camp will
be limited to 60 participants. Children will
be grouped primarily by their grade levels.
Swimming and canoeing will be offered to students who willingly can swim
under the water and have some swimming
abilities. These activities will be supervised
by certified, English-speaking aquatic
instructors at all times.
4. Student Application Form, a Request
for Financial Assistance Form (page 15),
if applicable, and a $100.00 deposit
must be returned by May 15, 2015 (or
until capacity is reached). Checks and
applications should be mailed to:
Transportation
At this time, no transportation will be
provided for this camp.
Parents are expected to drop off their
children promptly at 8:15 and pick up
their children promptly at 3:30.
Cost
$250.00 ($100.00 deposit, $150.00 to
be paid upon acceptance.) Financial
Assistance Scholarships may be available
to students.
Meals
Students will be provided with a culturally
authentic lunch and snack each day.
Application Procedures (page 13)
1. Students must complete El Campo
del Bosque Application form.
2. The school office will supply the
SIF number.
3. A $100.00 deposit must be sent
with application forms (refunded
if the student is not accepted or if the
camp does not run. A minimum of
60 campers are needed in order to
run the camp.)
El Campo del Bosque
World & Classical Language Office
Jennifer Hernandez
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
2644 Riva Road
Annapolis, MD 21401
Please make checks payable to:
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
5. Attendance at the camp will be
based on a “first-come, firstserved” basis. The deposit will be
refunded only if the student is not
accepted or if AACPS does not run
the camp.
6. Selection decisions will be mailed to
parents of applicants from the World
and Classical Language Office by
May 30, 2015.
Follow-up Mailing to Participants
Students who will attend the camp will
receive a map to Arlington Echo, a student
information form, and a sample schedule of
activities for the week.
For more information, call the
World and Classical Languages Office
at 410-222-5424 or send an email to
[email protected].
Make the check payable to:
Anne Arundel County Public Schools.
For more information call the World and Classical Language Office at 410-222-5424 or email [email protected]
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2015 Arlington Echo Art Camp | Student Information
Application Form
Check one:
Art Trek
Natural Connections
Name
Current Grade
School
Home Address
Home Phone
Have you ever attended Art Trek?
email address
Yes
No
For Art Trek Applicants:
Create a work of art using a scene from nature.
Have you ever attended Natural Connections?
Yes
No
For Natural Connections Applicants:
Draw a picture from observation of a scene from nature.
You may use pencil, paint, chalk, oil pastels, or any other media of your choice. The drawing should be on 8-1/2”x11”
paper and attached to the application.
Write a sentence that describes your picture and give it a title.
Be sure to have your teacher complete the back of this form.
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2015 Arlington Echo Art Camp | Teacher Nomination Form
Application Form
Check one:
Art Trek
Natural Connections
Student SIF Number Date
(to be supplied by school office)
Student Current Grade
School
Art Teacher Completing This Form
Art Teacher Signature (required)
Please circle the appropriate number according to the student’s ability to exhibit the following behaviors:
Consistently
SometimesSeldom
1. Shows creativity and works to his/her potential.
10 9 8 7
6 5 4 3
2 1
2. Produces art work which is superior in design and
composition (i.e., balance , color, unity, space)
10 9 8 7
6 5 4 3
2 1
3. Shows originality in subject, technique, and composition.
10 9 8 7
6 5 4 3
2 1
4. Shows a high level of interest in art and its place in the environment.
10 9 8 7
6 5 4 3
2 1
5.
Has technical skill in art production.
10987
6543
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6. Shows an openness to new approaches and experimentation in their art work.
10 9 8 7
6 5 4 3
2 1
Please total the numbers circled.
Teacher Comments:
Total
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2015 Summer Outdoor Education Camps
*Register & Pay Online! 1. Visit: www.arlingtonecho.org
2. Click: Camps (choose your camp)
Application Form
3. Follow link to Register Online
Student 1
Early Birds Camp I (entering K–2)($150 deposit)
Planet Earth Camp (entering 4–6)($200 deposit)
Early Birds Camp II (entering K–2)($150 deposit)
Echo Adventure Camp (entering 6–8)($350 deposit) Student’s Name School Friendship Camp (entering 2–4)($200 deposit)
High Adventure Camp (entering 9–12)($350 deposit)
Male
Female
Date of Birth
Entering
Grade
Homeroom Teacher
Student 2
Early Birds Camp I (entering K–2)($150 deposit)
Planet Earth Camp (entering 4–6)($200 deposit)
Early Birds Camp II (entering K–2)($150 deposit)
Echo Adventure Camp (entering 6–8)($350 deposit) Student’s Name School Friendship Camp (entering 2–4)($200 deposit)
High Adventure Camp (entering 9–12)($350 deposit)
Male
Female
Date of Birth
Entering
Grade
Homeroom Teacher
Student 3
Early Birds Camp I (entering K–2)($150 deposit)
Planet Earth Camp (entering 4–6)($200 deposit)
Early Birds Camp II (entering K–2)($150 deposit)
Echo Adventure Camp (entering 6–8)($350 deposit) Student’s Name School Friendship Camp (entering 2–4)($200 deposit)
High Adventure Camp (entering 9–12)($350 deposit)
Male
Female
Date of Birth
Entering
Grade
Homeroom Teacher
Student 4
Early Birds Camp I (entering K–2)($150 deposit)
Planet Earth Camp (entering 4–6)($200 deposit)
Early Birds Camp II (entering K–2)($150 deposit)
Echo Adventure Camp (entering 6–8)($350 deposit) Student’s Name School Friendship Camp (entering 2–4)($200 deposit)
High Adventure Camp (entering 9–12)($350 deposit)
Male
Female
Date of Birth
Entering
Grade
Homeroom Teacher
Contact Information
Street Address
City
Parent/Guardian Name email address
Day Evening
Student 1
Student 2
Student 3
Student 4
Total Amount of
Deposits Included
State
Zip Code
Deposit Amount
$
$
$
$
• Due date for application and deposits is May 25, 2015.
Please remember that openings will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
$
• Make check payable to: Anne Arundel County Public Schools
• Register online at www.ArlingtonEcho.org
or mail completed application and deposit to:
Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center
975 Indian Landing Road,
Millersville, Maryland 21108
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Learn to Swim Program
Application Form
Application
Date
Student 1
Course Name
Time Offered
Student’s Name Date of Birth
List any Medical Concerns
Previous Swimming Experience
(Swim Center, Arlington Echo, etc.)
Student 2
Check if additional students are listed on the back
Course Name
Time Offered
Student’s Name Date of Birth
List any Medical Concerns
Previous Swimming Experience
(Swim Center, Arlington Echo, etc.)
Contact Information
Street Address
City
State
Parent/Guardian Name email address
Zip
Code
DayEvening
PhonePhone
• Remember that openings will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Make checks payable to: Anne Arundel County Public Schools
• Mail completed application and fee to:
Number of
Additional Students
Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center
Learn to Swim Program
975 Indian Landing Road, Millersville, Maryland 21108
Course Name
Ages
Pre-school Level I
3–4
Pre-School Level II
3–4
Introduction to Water Skills (Level I)
Fundamental Aquatic Skills (Level II)
Stroke Development (Level III)
Stroke Improvement (Level IV)
Stroke Refinement (Level V)
5–7
5–7
8–11
6–8
8–11
9:00–9:40
Cost per student
Totals
$55.00 (First Student)
X $50.00 =
$55.00
Total Enclosed=
9:45–10:25
10:30–11:10
11:15–11:55
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Learn to Swim Program Application
Student 3
Course Name
Time Offered
Student’s Name Date of Birth
List any Medical Concerns
Previous Swimming Experience
(Swim Center, Arlington Echo, etc.)
Student 4
Course Name
Time Offered
Student’s Name Date of Birth
List any Medical Concerns
Previous Swimming Experience
(Swim Center, Arlington Echo, etc.)
Student 5
Course Name
Student’s Name List any Medical Concerns
Previous Swimming Experience
(Swim Center, Arlington Echo, etc.)
Time Offered
Date of Birth
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2015 Arlington Echo Summer Spanish Camp
Application Form
El Campo del Bosque
Student’s Name SIF Number
Street Address
Male
Female
City
Parent/Guardian Name Home Phone
Zip Code
Parent/Guardian email
Work Phone Cell Phone
Current School I have
participated in:
Current Grade
Age
After-school foreign language class for _______ years
Foreign language class/club at Anne Arundel Community College
Spanish play group
Spanish classes during the school day for _______ years
I have had no experience learning Spanish
El Campo del Bosque in (check all that apply):
2011
2012
2013
2014
Please explain any other exposure or experience with Spanish that may help the instructors place your child appropriately
(i.e. “my grandparents are Spanish-speaking and live with us...”)
(Please do not include medical information here.)
Parent or Guardian Signature
Send to: Jennifer Hernandez, Anne Arundel County Public Schools, 2644 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD 21401.
A $100 deposit is required with the application. Make checks payable to Anne Arundel County Public Schools.
Attach Request for Financial Assistance form if applicable. Deadline: May 15, 2015.
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Request for
Application
Form
Financial Assistance
Scholarships
Arlington Echo Summer Camp
A limited number of full and partial scholarships are available for each camp.
Parents in need of scholarship assistance should complete this application and
send it to the same address as the camp application.
Application
Date
Note: This completed scholarship application must be included with your camp application materials.
Name of Camp
Name of Student
School
Name of Parent Phone Numbers (day) Home Address
City
(evening)
State
Zip Code
Do you still want your child to be considered for admission to the camp if your he/she...
...is not granted a full scholarship?
Yes
No
...is not granted a scholarship?
Yes
No
Briefly explain why your child should be considered for a financial assistance scholarship. (Continue on the back, if necessary.)
If you have additional questions please contact the appropriate camp director
or Melanie Parker at the Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center, 410-222-3822.
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