County College of Morris Employee Newsletter Volume 2008/ 28 April 25, 2008 The CCMemo Upcoming Events CCM Reaffirmed for Accreditation Musical Theatre Associations Comedy Show he Middle States visiting team, led by Dr. James Linksz, April 25 T will send CCM a formal report of its findings very soon. 7:30 p.m. in SCC, Dragonetti Auditorium Meanwhile, in his informal exit report, Dr. Linksz indicated that The MTA presents a Comedy Show featuring three top comics to benefit the Court Appointed Special CCM had successfully passed all of the critical fourteen stan- Advocates (CASA) of Morris and Sussex Counties. dards that Middle States measured and that we will be reaffirmed Tickets on sale at the SCC Information Window for accreditation. and at the Box Office the night of the show. General Admission: $15 Pending the formal notification, this means the college have CCM Students $10 passed our Middle States accreditation. Open House This accreditation will be valid for the next ten years. However, April 26 it will include a periodic revue in five years to see how much 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the Student Community Center progress we have made on the recommendations and suggestions Technology Open Forum offered in the report. April 28 11:30 a.m. in the LRC 115 We would like to express our appreciation to all of the members of the college community who worked so hard on this project. Learn about updates from IS, CTE, Distance Learn- ing, etc. We are particularly grateful to the 120+ people who worked so earnestly on our various Middle States workgroups. Surviving an Active Shooter Forum The 2008 CCM Middle State process was truly a team effort. April 28 & May 5 Thanks to all who helped make this important college project a 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Dragonetti Auditorium success. The forum will include a brief introduction, a video titled, “Shots Fired When Lightning Strikes” and a Janet Johannessen / Nial McCabe panel discussion. CCM Middle States Co-chairs Workshop on the financial impacts of divorce April 29 7 - 9 p.m. in the SCC 221 The Women’s Center will present a free workshop Final exam schedule on financial impacts of divorce. Certified Financial Planner, Katharina Gschwend of Creative Financial Share this info with students & Divorce Planning, will address issues such as: The complete final exam schedule is listed in The Youngtown the tax implications of child support, alimony, and Edition of April 23. Papers are available in marital property, and the effects of divorce on re- tirement and social security. The workshop is sup- bins throughout the campus. The schedule ported by grants from the NJ Division on Women, is also online at www.ccm.edu under News the Morris County Bar Foundation and the IOLTA and Events. fund. Pre-registration is requested, contact ext. 5025. 4/25/08 CCMemo 1 Procedural Briefings Meeting Free Skyhawks tickets April 29 2:30 p.m. in Cohen Hall, B-206 omplementary free Skyhawks tickets are now available. The following procedures will be discussed; Sur- C There are four tickets for each game. Seats are located in plus Property Disposal and Transferring of Col- Section HH, Row 12, Seats 1, 2, 3, 4. Contact Roxanne Smith at lege Property, Recycling, & Work Orders. Please try to attend this very informative meeting. ext. 5050 for tickets. A great way to enjoy an evening or afternoon! Lunch & Learn Series, “Caregiver Outreach in the Date Opponent Promotion Workplace” May 22 Worcester Tornadoes NASCAR Night April 29 May 23 Worcester Tornadoes Fireworks 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. in SCC 233 May 24 Worcester Tornadoes Contact Rita if you plan to attend, ext. 5041 May 25 Worcester Tornadoes Kids Club Day Last session: “Caring for a Loved One with De- June 3 Brockton Rox $1 Beer & Soda mentia” June 4 Brockton Rox School Day 10 a.m. Caregivers of those with dementia may be fright- June 6 NJ Jackals Fly Away Friday ened, frustrated, and angry. They often feel physi- June 7 NJ Jackals George “the Animal cally and emotionally drained. The stress and Steele” Appearance sadness of losing someone you love, a little bit at a June 8 NJ Jackals Kids Finger Printing time, can be overwhelming. In this workshop you June 17 Nashua Pride $1 Beer & Soda will learn coping techniques for the unique chal- June 18 Nashua Pride lenges of caring for those with dementia. Most June 19 Nashua Pride School Reading important of all, you will learn to find joy in the Program Night time you share with your loved one. June 27 Atlantic City Surf Fireworks-Go Green June 28 Atlantic City Surf iPod Giveaway Retiree Luncheon & Current June 29 Atlantic City Surf Kids Club Day Faculty July 1 Ottawa $1 Beer & Soda April 30 July 3 Ottawa Fireworks– Military 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the LRC 115 Appreciation CTE invites you to attend a luncheon to meet with July 4 Nashua Pride Fireworks CCM retirees. They will share thoughts on their July 5 Nashua Pride County Fair Preview teaching careers at CCM. RSVP to Louise Olshan July 11 Quebec Capitales Fireworks at [email protected] or call ext. 5315 by April 28. July 12 Quebec Capitales NASCAR Night July 14 Nashua Pride CPP to Host Tomorrow’s Office July 15 Nashua Pride $1 Beer & Soda May 2 (Registration DEADLINE April 25) July 16 Nashua Pride Camp Day - 11 a.m. 8 - 9 a.m. Continental Breakfast July 25 Brockton Rox Fireworks - Beach Night 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Conference July 26 Brockton Rox Scout Sleepover The Madison Hotel in Madison Team Photo Giveaway July 27 Brockton Rox Baseball Bat Giveaway Brochure available at www.ccm.edu/pdf/ July 29 Worcester Tornadoes $1 Beer & Soda tomorrowsoffice08.pdf. A completed registration July 30 Worcester Tornadoes form, memo from your supervisor listing employ- July 31 Worcester Tornadoes Fireworks ees attending, and account number to be charged (object code 9329) should be returned to Records August 8 NJ Jackals Magic 8 Ball Night & Registration by April 25. Purchase orders not August 9 NJ Jackals Scout Sleepover needed. For more info contact ext. 5182. August 10 NJ Jackals Wedding Night August 12 Ottawa $1 Beer & Soda Spring Music Concert August 13 Ottawa May 2 August 14 Ottawa Fireworks - Casino Night 7:30 p.m. in the Dragonetti Auditorium August 19 Quebec Capitales $1 Beer & Soda The concert will feature the CCM Chamber Choir, August 21 Quebec Capitales Fireworks Chorus, Chamber Orchestra & Wind Ensemble August 23 Atlantic City Surf Olympic Night presenting Carl Orft’s Carmina Burana. Admis- August 24 Atlantic City Surf Fan Appreciation Day sions is free. 4/25/08 Friendly reminder Employee Picnic — June 20 Looking for volunteers for this year’s picnic committee. A commitment of 3 - 4 meetings is required. In the morning, there are a variety of workshops on interesting topics. If you have any suggestions for a new workshop topic or have a favorite from past years, contact Linda Freeman by e-mail, [email protected]. Swap and shop Rental: Dover, first floor apartment 1 bedroom, large kitchen, dinning room, living room and front porch. $900 plus utilities. Call Wallette Gula ext. 5350 after 5 p.m., email [email protected] or 973-361-5429. Adirondack Rental: Enjoy our 3 bedroom (sleeps 6+) cottage 150 level feet from one of two extensive com- munity owned sandy beaches on the shores of Lake George, renowned for it's crystalline waters. Excellent for families with small children: Private community, boasts no crowds and few outsiders. Canoe, kayak, or power boat rentals are available for transport to the islands for picnics, and "rock diving". Climb peaks surrounding the lake or just take a woodland hike. Tennis and a 9-hole par-3 "community course" are on the premises, or just relax at the quiet beach or on the all weather porch. Franklin fireplace, stocked with firewood.Views from the beach, islands and peaks are incredible. $925 per week contact [email protected] for more information. LBI Rental: Just a few weeks remaining for summer rental on quiet private lane in North Beach. Five bed- room, 3 bath home just 4 houses to ocean and 5 houses to bay. Call ext 5657 or email [email protected]. Condo for Sale: 2 BR condo in Seasons Glen, Mt. Arlington, NJ. Built in 1998. Pool, tennis, fitness @ club- house. Taxes $1,200/yr, maintenance fee $135 /mo. Exit 30 on Rt. 80. Close to bus & train to NY, $229,900. Call 201-400-5713. For Sale: 2000 Mazda Miata, 14,800 original miles, automatic transmission, forest green with beige top, leather seats, deluxe interior, Bose stereo system / CD and tape. Excellent condition and maintenance. My wife is the original owner. $9,500 and negotiable. Call Rick Wynn, ext. 5616, or 908-850-5893. For Sale: Back yard furniture, rectangular table, 6 chairs, 2 arm chairs, small round side table, lounge chair, umbrella. Furniture is beige/tan cast iron, cushions included. 1 year old like new. Kept covered and stored during the winter months. Paid $6,000, asking $3,000. Call 201-983-0560. For Sale: Bakers Rack, white metal. Can hold a microwave. Almost new. Asking $75. Call 973-886-3194. For Sale: Mark Knopfler, Central Park, July 23, 2008, 8 tickets available $70 each. Call Kathy ext. 5366 or email [email protected]. The CCMemo is published every Friday. Deadline for items to be submitted is Wednesday p.m. Please send items for submission to [email protected]. Thank you! 4/25/08 CCMemo 3 .