The Edwardian Prince Edward County Public Schools

Volume 5, Issue 1 35 Eagle Drive, Farmville, Virginia 23901 August 2010 www.pecps.k12.va.us Reed, Cambridge share vision for high school success Prince Edward County Dr. Copper Stoll will be the Appropriateness and Respect High School’s new principal, leader of Cambridge’s support - to focus on student discipline Craig B. Reed, is enthusias- team for PECHS. and appropriate behaviors. tic about the year ahead, es- The support team and the He will ask students to fo- pecially about plans to work high school will focus on cus on their own vision for with Cambridge Education. six areas for improvement, success, to take ownership, The company will help the Dr. Stoll said. The six areas, or responsibility for their own high school meet the Adequate which were identified by a behavior, to make sure they Yearly Progress measures it team of teachers, administra- understand what is appropriate failed to meet last year under tors, parents and students, in- behavior for school settings, the federal No Child Left Be- clude a positive school envi- and to respect themselves and hind guidelines. ronment, increased academic others. Reed wants people to know achievement for all students, “Success will look differ- the high school has made full meaningful parent involve- ent for every student,” he said. accreditation on the state level ment, excellence in teaching, a “There is no cookie-cutter ap- and has increased SOL scores safe and secure learning envi- proach.” in many areas. However, ronment, and the development He considers parental in- the school has not achieved of the capacity for effective volvement crucial, he said. steady increases in pass rates leadership by teachers and ad- “We want our parents to on reading and math tests, and ministrators. keep in constant communica- in graduation rates, called an- Cambridge will provide tion with the teachers. A strong nual measurable objectives, he a system of giving feedback partnership between parents said. to teachers and will have a and educators is one of the key “Cambridge is here to help number of professional de- elements in facilitating success BACK TO SCHOOL. Camille Porreca, one of the division’s new teachers, us serve all of our students. velopment activities that re- for students,” Reed said. works in her classroom at Prince Edward County High School, getting ready to welcome students for the 2010-2011 school year. Porreca teaches math. They are going to help us with volve around getting students He hopes to hold com- student engagement and mo- involved and excited about munity outreach meetings, as tivation, and help us improve learning, Reed said. well as to reinstitute a parent- overall instructional quality,” Reed will use the SOAR ac- teacher-student organization Schools welcome new Reed said. ronym - Success, Ownership, and booster clubs. administrative teams Frequently asked questions Students and teachers He received his undergradu- will see some new faces and ate degree from Hampton Uni- some familiar ones on PECPS versity and a Master’s degree New high school schedule set administrative teams when from the College of William Prince Edward County High Why has PECHS chosen to administered? school starts. and Mary. He taught English School will institute a new change the schedule? Only once per year, in May. New to the high school in the Newport News Public schedule for the 2010-2011 School officials believe that SOL tests will no longer be is Principal Craig B. Reed, a Schools. school year, replacing the shorter class periods, meeting given in December. 1989 graduate of the school. Joining Reed as assistant 4-by-4 block schedule previ- the length of the school year, Why will each course meet He brings experience as an principals are Daniel Soder- ously used. rather than for only one semes- only four times per week, assistant principal at Grafton holm and Cynthia Johnson. Students will continue to ter, will prepare students bet- and not every day? High School in York County Soderholm served last year as take eight courses per year. ter for end-of-course testing, Four class meetings per and at Carter G. Woodson the PECHS Athletic Director. The courses will run for the especially for the SOL and AP Middle School in Hopewell. See ADMINISTRATORS p. 5 entire 36-week academic year, tests. They also believe that See SCHEDULE p. 5 each course meeting four times the shorter class periods will per week. make better use of instruction- School opens August 16, 2010 The schedule was developed al time. Open House for all schools, Thursday, August 12 by a panel of teachers from the High School. How often will SOL tests be 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. Page 2 Prince Edward County Public Schools August 2010 Prince Edward County Elementary School 1666 Zion Hill Road, Farmville, VA 23901 Phone (434) 315-2110, Fax 434-392-1583

Ms. Janice G. Page Ms. Beatrice White Mrs. Gwendolyn Principal Assistant Principal McQuaige-Hicks Administrative Assistant

Ms. Trish Lynch Message from the Principal School Psychologist

Dear Parents: Mrs. Nancy Reames School Nurse I would like to welcome you to the 2010-2011 school year at Prince Edward County Elementary School. I am excited to be your child’s Mrs. Barbara Arieti principal and look forward to getting to know you and your child. We Mr. John Baker have fantastic teachers and staff at PECES and they have been working Guidance Counselors hard this summer to make sure everything is ready for the arrival of your children. Ms. KeShera Eanes Registrar Beginning at 2:00 p.m. on August 12th, you may pick up your child’s schedule at the following locations: • Pre –K and Kindergarten - Cafeteria • 1st grade – Art (room B-20) • 2nd grade – Library • 3rd grade – Music Room (Building G) PECES PTA • 4th grade – Gym (Building G) meets Sept. 2 We are encouraging all students to ride the bus on the first day of school. By allowing your child to ride the bus in the morning, this will assist with a smoother afternoon dismissal. 6:30 p.m.

School will begin on Monday, August 16, 2010. Virginia Law requires that each child must have a state issued birth certificate, Virginia physi- cal examination and required immunizations in order to attend school. School begins at PECES Please make sure that you have completed these requirements so that at 8:15 a.m. each day. your child will be in attendance at the beginning of school. If you have Buses begin arriving at 7:45 a.m. questions about this please contact Mrs. Nancy Reames, school nurse, or Mrs. KeShara Eanes, registrar, at (434) 315-2110. Lunch prices for all schools Janice G. Page, PECES Principal Student Breakfast PARENTS, PLEASE NOTE Full price 1.00 Reduced price .30 Transportation changes - for instance, if your child will ride a different bus home or be picked up instead of riding the bus - will require a written note Student Lunch from parents. A phone call is not sufficient. Full price $1.75 Reduced price .40 Make sure to fill out thestudent information/emergency forms completely and accurately. The forms will be available during Open House, Aug. 12, and Adult Breakfast $1.75 will be sent home with students the first day of school. Adult Lunch $2.75 PECES Information August 2010 Prince Edward County Public Schools Page 3 Prince Edward County Middle School 35 Eagle Drive, Farmville, VA 23901 phone (434) 315-2120, fax (434) 392-4286

Mrs. Lucy Carson Mrs. Julia Britt Dr. Maurice Smith Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal

Contact Information Message from the Principal Please dial 315-2100, then use extension listed, or call the school’s main number, 315-2120 Welcome students and parents, Principal Lucy B. Carson ext. 3223 I am truly excited about the start of a brand new school year at Prince Assistant Principal Julia Britt ext. 3225 Edward County Middle School. The teachers are already working to en- Maurice Smith ext. 3224 sure the success of all our students. Our school day starts at 7:45 a.m. as our buses arrive, and ends at 3:10 Guidance Counselors Angeles Christian ext.3236 p.m. It is very important that students not arrive before 7:45 a.m. and not Avis Gresby 3227 be picked up before 3:10 p.m. The instruction your child receives during the school day is vital to their success during the school year. Nurse Phyllis Breil ext. 3230 I would also like to remind students and parents that electronic devices, Resource Officer Warren Brown ext. 3234 such as I-pods, video games, and other nuisance gadgets, are not allowed Office Staff Valerie Carter ext. 3221 at school. These items along with visible cell phones will be taken by the Michelle Townsend 3231 staff, and parents are required to pick them up. No Exceptions! Brenda Walton 3229 The coming year brings higher expectations academically and new Librarian Leola Entzminger ext. 3228 challenges for all. We are looking forward to working with you and your Technology Beverly Newman ext. 3246 child this year. Remember, at Prince Edward County Middle School, “We S. Smith-Tucker ext.3245 expect the best!” Special Education Teresa Vance ext. 3249 Speech Gloria Eiban ext. 3428 Lucy Carson, PECMS Principal Parents, please note: PECMS Fall Sports Schedules FOOTBALL VOLLEYBALL

Classes begin at 8:00 a.m. each morning. Aug. 25 Park View (jamboree) Away 4:00 Sept. 8 Cumberland Home 4:30 Sept. 1 BYE Sept. 9 Amelia Away 4:30 Students can pick up their class schedules in the caf- Sept. 8 Halifax Away 5:00 Sept. 16 Central Home 4:30 eteria and meet their teachers during Open House Sept. 15 Lunenburg Home 6:00 Sept. 21 Powhatan Away 4:30 Aug. 12, from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. Sept. 22 Russell Home 5:30 Sept. 23 Nottoway Away 4:30 Sept. 29 Bluestone Away 4:30 Sept. 28 Halifax Away 4:30 Parents, please let the school know of any change of Oct. 5 Nottoway Home 6:00 Oct. 4 Cumberland Away 4:30 address or phone number. Oct. 13 Park View Home 6:00 Oct. 5 Park View Home 4:30 Oct. 21 Fluvanna Home 6:00 Oct. 7 Wyatt Home 4:30 Soccer tryouts will be held Aug. 9 at 3:30 at the soc- Oct. 12 Bluestone Away 4:30 SOCCER Oct. 14 Amelia Home 4:30 cer field. Oct. 21 Central Away 4:30 Sept. 9 Powhatan Home 4:30 Oct. 26 Powhatan Home 4:30 Parents of sixth graders are reminded that stu- Sept. 14 Halifax Home 4:30 Oct. 28 Nottoway Home 4:30 dents need to have the T-dap shot before enter- Sept. 16 Park View Away 4:30 ing school for the 2010-2011 school year. At Open Sept. 21 Central Away 4:30 ACE Matches House Aug. 12, the Health Department will be at Sept. 23 Bluestone Home 4:30 the Middle School to provide shots for students Sept. 28 Halifax Away 4:30 Sept. 30 or parents who need them. Students who have not Sept. 30 Powhatan Away 4:30 Oct. 21 had their T-dap shot will not be allowed to start Oct. 5 Park View Home 4:30 Nov. 18 school. Oct. 7 Central Home 4:30 All matches at Halifax Middle School Oct. 12 Bluestone Away 4:30 4:30 PECMS Information Page 4 Prince Edward County Public Schools August 2010 Prince Edward County High School 1482 Zion Hill Road, Farmville, VA 23901 phone (434) 315-2130, fax (434) 392-1901 Prince Edward County Career and Technical Center 1419 Zion Hill Road, Farmville, VA 23901 phone (434) 315-2140

Mr. Craig B. Reed Ms. Cynthia Johnson Mr. Daniel Soderholm Dr. Odessa H. Pride Mr. Rodney Kane Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal Coordinator of CTC Athletic Director, Student Activities

Message from the Principal Guidance Office I would like to begin by expressing my excitement and enthusiasm to serve as Prince Edward Ms. Maribeth Ewing, County High School’s new Principal. One of my core values is the concept of servant leadership. Grades 11 - 12 As such, I consider it not only an honor to lead the superb students and teachers of Prince Edward Mr. Gary Sims, County High School, but to also serve the community that contributed so much to my own personal Grades 9 - 10 development. Ms. Patricia Holcomb, Prior to coming to PECHS, I served as an Assistant Principal at Grafton High School in the York Registrar County School Division. I also received educational administrative experience in Hopewell Public Schools as an Assistant Principal at Carter G. Woodson Middle School. Preceding that experience, School Nurse I taught English for nine years in Newport News Public Schools. I received my undergraduate de- Mrs. Katherine Barron gree from Hampton University in Hampton, Virginia. I also took courses at Longwood University to obtain my Virginia teaching license. I have also a Master’s degree from the College of William and Mary in Educational Planning Policy and Leadership. PECHS Fees Over the course of the summer, it has been enlightening as well as a joy to observe the commit- ment from community members, teachers, and staff in regards to supporting our students. Without Locker - $2 question, PECHS has changed since I graduated in 1989, but there are essential elements that re- Parking Decal - $10 main constant to insure student success. The first is a partnership between the community, par- ents, and educators that emphasizes high standards and rigor for all students. Secondly, academic Sports passes: as well as emotional support is needed to develop the whole student. And finally, there must be Individual Games - $5 a commitment to the belief that all students can succeed. These have been principles that have Family Passes - $80 guided my journey as an educator and I am certain that they coincide with the doctrines of this Student Passes - $20 community. Ultimately, my goal this year is to listen, observe, and collaboratively work with the faculty and Class Dues: staff to develop these three areas. We are fortunate to have a highly qualified and highly effective Freshmen - $15 faculty at Prince Edward County High School to make this process meaningful and substantive. Sophomores - $25 The collective talents, skills, and passion that our teachers possess are invaluable to empowering Juniors - $35 our students. The leadership that they demonstrate in the classroom sets the tone for the school, Seniors - $60 and I am fortunate to work alongside such a dedicated staff. Together, we will continually examine how teaching and learning can be enhanced and how we can continue to differentiate instruction to engage all of the learners who enter the school. Student schedules will As I mentioned earlier, partnerships, collaboration, and relationships are a key factor in insuring be available at student success. I encourage community members, parents, students and teachers to get involved Open House, Aug. 12, from 2 to 7 p.m. in the process of building a community of learners that can successfully contribute to the 21st cen- tury. Developing a PTSA organization, booster clubs, and other groups are meaningful venues that Classes start at 8:05 serve as valuable partners in the school’s mission. Moreover, I am open to input from the commu- each morning. nity to enhance and achieve the mission of Prince Edward County High School. Thank you again for your continued support. I look forward to meeting all of you at various school events through- out the year. Please let me know during the year if there is anything I can do to assist you.

PECHS Information Craig Reed, PECHS Principal August 2010 Prince Edward County Public Schools Page 5

SCHEDULE, continued from page 1 ADMINISTRATORS, continued from page 1 Johnson taught math and Eng- over as coordinator of the Ca- FAQs about the high school schedule lish at Prince Edward County reer and Technical Center. week satisfy the state require- schedule, Blocks 1 and 2 al- non-consecutive class periods Middle School. She earned her The elementary school ment for the number of “clock ways meet consecutively, as when appropriate. undergraduate degree at Cop- welcomes back Ms. Janice hours” spent in the classroom. do Blocks 3 and 4. College pin State University in Bal- Page as principal. Page previ- There is not sufficient time to classes could be scheduled What if a senior needs to timore and a Master’s degree ously served as CTE coordi- meet eight classes daily with- Tuesday and Thursday during take two more foreign lan- from Longwood University. nator and as interim principal out lengthening the school these blocks without missing guage courses to complete an She previously worked for the at PECES. Joining Page are day. other class time. Other times Advanced Studies Diploma? Baltimore City Police Depart- returning Assistant Principal Is this an alternating-day are possible if the student takes That should not be a problem ment. Beatrice White and Adminis- schedule? the initiative to use the result- after the first year of the new Returning to the high trative Assistant Gwendolyn No. Several days each week ing “blank” time on other days schedule, and steps are being school as Athletic Director and McQuaige-Hicks. are similar, but it is a five-day to make up work that would be taken to accommodate any coordinator of Student Activi- Middle school students schedule. missed in high school classes. students affected this year. ties is Mr. Rodney Kane. Kane and faculty will see familiar served last year as interim faces. Mrs. Lucy Carson re- What if a day is missed for What about students who at- How does a student make up principal at the elementary turns as Principal, along with inclement weather? tend the Governor’s School a course he fails? school. Mrs. Julia Britt and Dr. Mau- The schedule always follows or the Science and Engineer- PECPS has planned in- Dr. Odessa Pride, who rice Smith as Assistant Princi- the day of the week. If a Tues- ing Academy? creased summer school offer- has served as principal at both pals. day is missed because of snow, Two class periods have been ings on campus and there are PECHS and PECMS, will take for example, and the students dedicated to afternoon times opportunities to participate in return to school on Wednesday, and at least one additional credit-recovery programs for they follow the Wednesday period can be adjusted to ac- rising seniors. schedule. If so many days are commodate those students re- PECHS dress code missed that Saturday make-up turning to PECHS from other Are there any changes to Students should be aware of the following section of the Stu- days are scheduled, the princi- programs. homeroom, Channel 1 news, dent Handbook, concerning dress and grooming. Please refer to pal will designate the schedule and lunch? the Handbook for complete information. for that day based on which What about CTE classes A five-minute homeroom day of the week was missed that meet for more than one will meet daily with the first You will not be allowed to dress in a manner that interferes most often. period daily? period of the day for atten- with the process of instruction. If your dress is deemed to be Vocational and technical dance and morning announce- disruptive to the instructional environment, you will be required Will students still be able to classes that require longer pe- ments. There will continue to to change to appropriate clothing. take college classes with the riods of time in the classroom be three lunch sessions, during Be aware of the following guidelines. new schedule? can be “double-blocked” in the fourth block of the day. 1. Hats, caps, visors, stocking caps, bandanas, headbands, or Yes, but as with the current several different ways, espe- The Channel 1 news program hoods worn around the head or neck must be removed upon en- schedule, careful planning cially during Periods 1 and will be televised at the end of tering the building. will be necessary. In the new 2, Periods 3 and 4, or during each day. 2. Clothing suggesting or displaying tobacco, alcohol, or other drugs, clothing with implied/implicit sexual references, cloth- ing displaying inappropriate language or any other expressions PECHS absence, tardy policies deemed inappropriate by the administration is prohibited. Students are expected to know the difference between excused and unexcused absences and 3. Shoes must be worn at all times. tardies. Approved documentation must accompany each excused absence or tardy. Students who 4. Skirts, dresses, and shorts should extend past the fingertips have not turned in approved documentation must go through the Appeals Process at the end of when standing and be respectable in length when seated. This is the semester. Grade averages will be withheld, pending action by the Appeals Committee which also true of slits in long or short skirts. will determine if the student has met the attendance requirement. Students who do not meet the 5. Low-cut tops/shirts, halter tops, body suits, tops that reveal attendance requirement may lose credit for courses. the navel or midriff, shirts/dresses with spaghetti straps and oth- er revealing clothing are also not acceptable. Excused and unexcused absences and tardies 6. Tank tops and see-through jerseys are not acceptable. Excused absences and tardies include personal illness; illness in immediate family, such as 7. Pants, sweat pants, low-ride pants, and shorts must be worn parents, child, and siblings; medical and dental appointments; death in family; court/lawyer ap- to the waist, without exposing underwear or skin. pointments; excuse given by the school administration; late bus arrival; visits to colleges (2 day 8. Biker pants, leotards, blankets, sleepwear or lounge wear maximum); and approved field trips. Appropriate documentation, which must be submitted to the worn as outerwear, or chains are prohibited. Attendance Officer within 30 school days of the absence, includes the following: official notes 9. Torn, holey, or ripped clothing that exposes any part of the from medical personnel. such as the doctor, hospital, dentist, or school nurse; a copy of an obitu- body is not appropriate attire for school and is prohibited. ary or funeral program; a copy of court notice or memo from the lawyer; official verification of a 10. Sunglasses (or other dark or shaded glasses) are not to be college visit; memo from school administration. Notes from parents are sufficient evidence for re- worn in the building. If they are necessary for medical treat- entry to class, but they may not be sufficient documentation for the Appeals Process.Please check ment, a physician’s prescription will be required. with the Attendance Officer for clarification regarding what is appropriate documentation. Unexcused absences/tardies: family errands, family business; shopping; personal hair care/nail *NOTE: If the clothing is deemed unacceptable, the stu- appointments; babysitting; pleasure/family trips; working/employment; skipping school; missing dents will be asked to change clothing or the manner in which the school bus; car trouble/flat tire/ran out of gas, etc.; and when no note is presented. the clothes are being worn. If this is not feasible, the student will be referred to In-School Suspension. Tardy to Class When the tardy bell rings, students must be in the classroom. An absence will be assigned each 1st Offense *Warning (by instructor or administration) and time a student is tardy (unexcused) to class three times. These absences do count towards ab- notification of parent/guardian sences for attendance and possible denial for credit. 2nd Offense 3-5 days In-School Suspension 3rd Offense 5-10 days In-School Suspension Please refer to the PECHS Student Handbook for further information. Page 6 Prince Edward County Public Schools August 2010 PECHS Fall 2010 Sports Schedule Varsity Football Cross Country Volleyball Date Opponent Time Southside District-wide meets are italicized Date Opponent Time Aug 13 Jubilee@EC Glass (scrimmage) 4:00 Date Opponent Time 8/12 GW Danville(scrim) 4:00 Aug 20 Randolph Henry (scrimmage) 6:00 Aug 25 Appomattox 4:00 8/14 Appomattox Jamboree 9:00 Aug 27 @ Fluvanna 7:30 Sept 8 Prince Edward Invitational* 4:00 8/25 @Cumberland 6:00 Sept 3 Cumberland 7:30 Sept 15 @Collegiate (Robbins Campus) 5:00 8/30 @Randolph-Henry 6:00 Sept 10 Buckingham 7:30 Sept 16 @Halifax 5:00 9/1 Cumberland 6:00 Sept 24 Southampton 7:30 Sept 22 @Greensville 4:30 9/8 Buckingham 6:00 Oct 1 Park View 7:00 Sept 29 @ Nottoway 4:30 9/13 @Buckingham 6:00 Oct 8 @ Bluestone 7:30 Oct 6 @ Powhatan 4:30 9/15 Randolph-Henry Oct 15 Nottoway-Homecoming 7:30 Oct 13 Nottoway 4:30 6:00 Oct 22 @ Brunswick 7:30 Oct 20 @Southampton 4:30 9/16 Park View 6:00 Oct 29 Greensville 7:30 Oct 27 Districts@ Nottoway 4:00 9/21 @Bluestone 6:00 Nov 5 @ Powhatan 7:00 9/23 Nottoway 6:00 Golf 9/28 @Brunswick 6:00 JV Football Home matches @ Longwood Golf Course 9/30 Greensville 6:00 Date Opponent Time Date Opponent Time 10/5 @Powhatan 6:00 Aug 13 LCA@ECG(scrimmage)12:00 8/9 R-H, Cumberland @PE 4:00 10/7 Southampton 6:00 Aug 19 @R-H (scrimmage) 6:30 8/12 Southampton (Cypress Cove)-18 9:00 10/12 @Park View 6:00 Aug 25 Fluvanna 7:00 8/17 Greensville-18 9:00 10/14 Bluestone 6:00 Sept 1 @Cumberland 6:30 8/19 Powhatan-18 9:00 10/19 @Nottoway 6:00 Sept 9 @Buckingham 6:30 8/24 Bluestone-18 9:00 10/21 Brunswick 6:00 Sept 22 @Southampton 7:00 8/26 GW Danville (Danville GC) 2:00 10/26 @Greensville 6:00 Sep 29 @Parkview 7:00 9/2 GCHS, NOT, PE @Brun 4:00 10/28 Powhatan 6:00 Oct 6 Bluestone 7:00 9/8 @Nottoway (PV,GC, PE) 4:00 11/1 @Southampton 6:00 Oct 13 @Nottoway 7:00 9/9 PV, GCHS @PE 4:00 11/3 Dist. Semi-Finals Oct 20 Brunswick 7:00 9/14 SH, POW @PE 4:00 6:00 Oct 27 @Greensville 7:00 9/16 BS, NOT @ PE 4:00 11/4 Dist Finals 7:00 Nov 3 Powhatan 7:00 9/21 @PV 4:00 9/29 Dist Tourn.@POW-18 Volunteer opportunities www.stopcyberbullying.org/teens/are_you_a_cyberbully.html at PECPS Combatting cyberbullies by Ms. Mary Beth Blessing logue, because people need to dren, preteens or teenagers, The Prince Edward County Public Schools need you! Instructional Technology be aware of dangers that the who know each other from There are many opportunities to help the schools and stu- Resource Teacher internet presents. school, church, clubs, teams, dents achieve success. Megan Gillan, Ryan Hal- “Computers are a big part or from the neighborhood. ligan, Megan Meier, Phoebe of our lives, and people don’t Bullies in cyberspace in- At PECES Prince: all victims of cyberbul- often stop to think about the flict harm on their victims by To volunteer at the Elementary School, please call the of- lying whose lives came to trag- consequences of their actions spreading hurtful rumors, teas- fice at 434-315-2110. ic ends because of the cruelty online,” Emily said. ing, blocking emails, and mak- PECES needs volunteers to work in the library and the they suffered. Cyberbullying Web 2.0 interactive technol- ing threats. Students who are Accelerated Reader lab, to perform clerical chores in the of- is one of the fastest growing ogies provide numerous ven- bullied may be affected emo- fice, to tutor, to chaperone field trips and to read to students. forms of cyberharrassment in ues for social communications tionally. the nation. It is estimated that among students. Though we PECPS has rules for the use At PECMS one out of three children and would like to think all student of computers and requires stu- At the Middle School, call the main office at 434-315- teens have experienced cyber- communications are positive dents and parents to sign an 2120 to obtain a volunteer application. bullying, and state legistlatures in nature, research and news acceptable use form. Volunteers are needed to offer remedial assistance to stu- are taking notice. reports tell another story; cy- Use of the division’s com- dents, serve as resource persons or guest speakers, to pho- The Commonwealth of Vir- berbullying offenses are on the puter system is limited to educ- tocopy for teachers, to chaperone field trips, to help with ginia requires public schools rise. tional purposes or research and bulletin boards, to help secure donations of materials, sup- to integrate Internet Safety Repeated harassment, hu- legitimate school business. plies, and resources from area businesses, to help organize education into the curricu- miliation, embarrassment, in- The division blocks web sites efforts for offering incentives to students, to assist teachers lum. Instructional Technology sulting, or intimidation by an- it considers inappropriate for with classroom activities, to assist the main office personnel, Resource Teachers at PECPS other teen through Web 2.0 or student use and prohibits stu- to mentor students, to work as library assistants and to help provide resources to teachers other technologies is defined dents from using proxy sites to with middle school sports. and assist in developing les- as cyberbullying. Bullies use access blocked sites. sons integrating this important cell phones, instant messag- Learn more about PECPS At PECHS topic. ing, email, social networking efforts by reading your child’s At the High School, call 434-315-2130 to volunteer. Recent PECHS graduate pages, chat rooms, blogs, and student handbook or visiting Parents are especially needed to organize and run the af- Emily Stringfellow feels it is websites to torment their vic- the PECPS web site: ter-prom party and to re-organize a PTSA. important to have open dia- tims. Cyberbullies can be chil- www.pecps.k12.va.us August 2010 Prince Edward County Public Schools Page 7 Elementary/Middle School Supply Lists PRE-K Third Grade Sixth Grade Eighth Grade Please do not label the following items: 2 packages wide ruled notebook paper History Civics and Economics 2 boxes of Crayola brand crayons (No 3 packages of glue sticks 6 – 2 Pocket folders with prongs Binder Roseart crayons) 1 pair of Fiskar scissors 2 – College ruled and spiral notebooks Colored pencils or markers 1 pair of metal blade scissors (Fiskars or 1 box of crayons 10 Glue Sticks Glue Crayola brand) 2 packages of (20) #2 pencils 2 – Packs of markers 300 note cards 2 bottles of liquid glue 1 package of colored pencils 1 – Inch binder Pencils 10 glue sticks 2 highlighters ( any color) Dividers Red pen 1 5x7 plastic pencil box 1 small pencil sharpener that holds shav- Loose leaf paper Pens (blue or black) 1 box of magic markers ings Colored pencils Box of tissues 1 4-pack Playdough brand playdough (NO 2 boxes of tissues Glue Notebook paper ROSEART dough) 1 canvas school supply pouch ( in place of Scissors Colored pencils or markers 1 tri-fold rest mat plastic supply box) Note cards Marble composition book 2 boxes of tissues 1 folder w/ pockets 1 box of baby wipes Fourth Grade Math 2 cans of shaving cream 1 (2in.) 3-ring binder 6 – Packs of loose leaf paper Math Please only label the items below with 1 pkg. dividers 6 – Handheld pencil sharpeners with cov- 1 dry erase marker your child’s name: 2 (70 pg) spiral notebooks ers Compass ruler and protractor Complete change of clothes (shirt, pants, pencils daily 36 – Wooden Pencils Three Ring Binder underwear, socks, etc. . .) 2 boxes of tissues 1 – 1 Inch binder OR THICK Spiral Notebook Large Book bag or large backpack 1 pk. crayons or markers 1 – Pack colored pencils Loose Leaf Paper 1 pk colored pencils 1 – Calculator with a square root symbol PENCILS, PENCILS, PENCILS 1 pk glue sticks Spiral notebook Highlighters or Colored Pencils Kindergarten 1 zipper pencil pouch 1 package of #2 pencils Clipboard Glue Sticks 1 small pencil sharpener 1 regular size book bag (no rolling book Red pen notebook paper daily bags, please) English Tickler notebook (a small, 3-ring binder or 4 pocket folders (one for Spanish) 2 boxes of Crayola crayons 1 – 5 Subject notebook composition book) 1 pair Fiskar scissors 1 pair Fiskars scissors 1 – 1 Inch 3 ring notebook 2 legal size notepads 1 pk highlighters 4 Glue Elmer’s sticks 1 – 1 Inch binder 1 pk cap erasers 2 plastic pocket folders Loose leaf paper Pre-Algebra Students Only: Graph Paper 1 package of unlined index cards Dividers Algebra 1 Students Only: AAA Batteries-- Fifth Grade Highlighters donations would be appreciated 1 plastic pencil box (approximately 5 X 7) English Pencils 2 family sized boxes of tissues 1 - 1 ½ binder Notebook paper Science 2 bottles of Elmer’s white glue 1 - Composition notebook 1 three subject notebooks *A complete change of clothes (seasonally 1 - Folder with pockets Science Markers appropriate) including underwear, socks, 1 - Box of tissues 2 – Pocket portfolios with clasps Ruler top, and bottom. Please label each item. 1 – Bottle of hand sanitizer 2 – 1 Subject notebooks Glue stick Please resupply in January. Thank you. Wide ruled paper 1 – 1 Inch binder Pencils #2 Pencils (no mechanical) First Grade 10 - Pencils Red pen 1 – 1 Inch spiral notebook Pens (blue or black) 2 boxes of tissues Virginia Studies Loose leaf paper Box of tissues 1 bottle of school glue 1 – 3 ring binder Notebook paper 3 packages of glue sticks (large) 1 – Pocket folder – (no metal tabs) Seventh Grade Pencil sharpener 1 plastic school supply box/1 pouch (cloth) 10 Dividers #2 - Pencils Erasers 2 boxes of 8 basic crayola crayons Glue sticks Lined loose leaf paper 2 folders with pockets 3 packages of #2 wooden pencils Markers 1 - Composition notebook (no wire) One subject notebook with 13 dividers 1 package highlighters Scissors 5 - spiral notebooks 1 package of colored pencils and markers Wooden pencils – (no mechanical) 5 - Pocket folders English 1 ½ inch binder Hand held pencil sharpener Colored pencils Green, Yellow, and Pink Highlighters 1 1 inch binder Loose leaf paper (These are MUST haves) 1 pair scissors Blue/black pens 3-Ring binder 1 Dry erase marker 1 Large pink eraser Math Dividers Paper 2 Pocket folders Lined notebook paper in a binder 1 - Pocket dictionary Colored Pencils or markers Hand held pencil sharpener with a cover Second Grade Highlighters Glue #2 Pencils Individual Items: Hand sanitizer/tissues (personal) #2 pencils Highlighters #2 pencils (24 count) Calculator Red, blue, & black pens 1 Subject spiral notebook large pink eraser Glue Sticks Reinforcements 1 Pocket folder for notebook pencil sharpener with receptacle Graph paper 3-ring binder w/40 dividers 22 Dividers for notebook colored pencils (12 pack) Index cards Marble composition book for journal crayons (24 pack) (centimeter squares) Science school supply box (needs to fit inside desk) 1 – 1 ½ 3 ring binder scissors (Fiskars brand are an excellent 1 Pocket folder – (no metal tabs) choice) 7 Dividers 10 glue sticks and 1 bottle of glue Checklists of supplies may be printed out from the PECPS web site: 2 Highlighters 2 sturdy pocket folders (vinyl ones are a Colored pencils good choice) Glue sticks www.pecps.k12.va.us Shared Items: #2 Wooden pencils 2 full-size boxes of facial tissue Loose leaf paper Supply lists for High School courses and the New Horizons Academy 1 pack of wide-ruled loose-leaf notebook Hand held pencil sharpener with cover may also be found on the web site paper (NOT college-ruled) 3 highlighters Page 8 Prince Edward County Public Schools August 2010

PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2010-2011 SCHOOL CALENDAR

August 9-12 Teacher Workdays February 2 Interim Report Day 12 Open House at all schools (2:00-7:00 p.m.) 21 President’s Day Holiday 13 Professional Development Day 23 End of 4th Six Weeks 16 School begins 25 Early dismissal for students 12:30 p.m. Teacher workday 12:30-3:30 p.m. September 6 Labor Day Holiday 7 Interim Report Day March 10 Early dismissal for students 12:30 p.m. 27 End of 1st Six Weeks Parent-Teacher Conference (3:00-7:00 p.m.) Early dismissal for students 12:30 p.m. Report Cards Teacher workday 12:30-3:30 p.m. 11 Teacher workday 17 Interim Report Day October 7 Early dismissal for students 12:30 p.m. Parent-Teacher Conference (3:00-7:00 p.m.) April 7 End of 5th Six Weeks Report Cards Early dismissal for students 12:30 p.m. 11 Columbus Day Holiday - Fall Break Teacher Workday 12:30-3:30 p.m. 20 Interim Report Day 14 Report Cards 18-22 Spring Break November 9 End of 2nd Six Weeks 12 Early dismissal for students12:30 p.m. May 5 Interim Report Day Teacher Workday 12:30-3:30 p.m. 21 Saturday Graduation 18 Report Cards 25 Early dismissal for students 12:30 p.m. 24-26 Thanksgiving Holiday Teacher workday 12:30-3:30 p.m. 26 End of 6th Six Weeks December 7 Interim Report Day Early dismissal for students 12:30 p.m. 20-31 Winter Break Teacher workday 12:30-3:30 p.m. 27 Teacher workday January 3 School reopens 30 Memorial Day 7 End of 3rd Six Weeks 31 Teacher workday 10 Teacher workday - No school for students 11 Second semester begins June 6 Report Cards 17 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday 20 Report Cards Inclement Weather Make-Up Days: 1st Semester: October 11, December 20, December 21, 2010, January 10, 2011 2nd Semester: February 21, March 11, May 27, May 31, 2011

Disclosure: The School Board, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, reserves the right to modify the calendar as needed.

Testing schedule: Lunch prices for all schools The Benchmark 1 - Sept. 23-24, 2010, Grades 3 - 11 Benchmark 2 - Nov. 4-5, 2010, Grades 3 - 11 Student Breakfast Edwardian Benchmark 3 - Jan. 5-7, 2011, Grades 3 - 11 Full price 1.00 is published twice a year Benchmark 4 - Feb. 22-23, 2011 Grades 3 - 11 Reduced price .30 by the Benchmark 5 - Apr. 5-6, 2011, Grades 3 - 11 Prince Edward County Benchmark Simulation Tests - Apr. 14-15, 2011, Student Lunch Public Schools Grades 3 - 11 Full price $1.75 Its purpose is to keep Writing SOL Tests - March 7-9, 2011 - Grades 3, Reduced price .40 the community informed 8, EOC of division initiatives and school events. Non-Writing SOL Tests - May 2 - 27, 2011 - Adult Breakfast $1.75 Grades 3 - 11 Adult Lunch $2.75 Superintendent AP Tests, May 2-11, 2011 - PECHS Application for free/reduced lunch can be found online, Dr. K. David Smith High School Course Exams, Grades 9 - 11, week www.pecps.k12.va.us, or call your child’s school. of May 23, 2011 Editor Dr. Kathryn Orth www.pecps.k12.va.us