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The Iowa Hawkeye • Fall, 2010

The Iowa Hawkeye PUBLIC is published by Iowa School for the Deaf. Vol. 131, No. 1 PAW ART Jeanne Prickett, EdD Superintendent

Cynthia Angeroth Editor/Design

Cindy Schrum Editorial Support

Additional photos provided by various staff of Iowa School for the Deaf.

Contact Us Iowa School for the Deaf 3501 Harry Langdon Boulevard Council Bluffs, IA 51503 712.366.0571 www.iowaschoolforthedeaf.org ublic art in the form of Bobcat mascot heads were created by ISD students this fall. Art students learned ppublic art is original art in any facebook.com/ISDOFFICIAL PAGE medium for display outdoors Iowa School for the Deaf is a or indoors. Public art gives a view referral-based education option for of the past, connects to the present eligible pre K-12 students in Iowa and gives hope to the future. Art and Nebraska. The school is dually teacher Cindy Soppe and other accredited by the North Central teachers worked with their students Association of Schools and the Conference of Educational to finish the public art projects in Administrators of Schools and time for homecoming. Many are still See the public art on display in classrooms. Programs for the Deaf. • in this issue!

Need to corralOn 26 theenergetic Coverbodies for a photo? Call in Cassie Contreras, yearbook photographer! Contreras decided on a creative route when it was time to design the sophomore yearbook page, and wanted a group shot of her grade. Yearbook teacher Beth Chadwick gave a nod of approval- with the understanding Contreras was to get approvals, schedule the shoot and manage to have everyone show up. Photos, of course, are by Contreras. Sophomores Ty Waits (left) and Jacob Bradley enjoy a chase through campus.

The Iowa Hawkeye • Fall, 2010 2 The Iowa Hawkeye Issue 1, 2010/2011 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Girls Living in the Dorms See World of Nails Polishing Up On Careers

t was all about the art of being a nail technician for 10 high school girls in late November. They ventured to the College of Nail iDesign in Omaha for a tour and post-graduate exploration.

The director of the college gave a tour of the facilities and explained the curriculum. The girls learned about acrylic nails, gel nails, nail design, nail diseases, manicures, pedicures and building a clientele.

The girls learned how students pay for this school, its schedules and curriculum. The girls also learned the There is no price to being students from the college nice! It may be a decade since Haley Joe Osmont became use their skills to “Pay it determined to change the lives of three people on the big screen, Forward” at an area nursing but the film’s underlying theme still applies: Do something nice home where they give for someone and don’t expect anything in return. Two ISD manicures to residents. initiatives are encouraging students to think of others first.

Pay It Forward- Students living in the girls’ dorm are recording When asked what was most their acts of kindness around campus. Girls who have the most interesting about their visit to the College of Nail Design, the girls documented records of kind acts were rewarded in early January. had the following comments: They were Madison Healy, Shayla Dobias, Brianna Vargo, Kalynn Coulter, Cassie Contreras, Jocelyn Calderon, Hilary Fink and Carly •“The 3-D nail design was Weyers. Staff winner was Dolly Murray. awesome!” Acts of Kindness- The elementary/middle school is posting good Seeing the nail technicians at deeds students do for others on the wall near the main entrance. work, learning how they use chemicals to make different gels.” • “The teacher really enjoys watching students learn to do nails well.” • “Learning about the different techniques they use to do nails.” • “Everything was so amazing! Seeing the acrylic nails and the nail designs was cool!” • “So many things they teach at more public art the college, very cool.” 3 The Iowa Hawkeye • Fall, 2010 3 The Iowa Hawkeye Issue 1, 2010/2011 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Students Dig Exhibit

Did you know there are 70,000 Gettin’ Gourdgeous different types of soils? Diane LeDoux’s first Greenhousetrimester greenhouse students made birdhousesstudents were from soname plentiful of pesticides and fertilizers on the gourds.and efficient, The gourds they were cleaned do- soils, on our food supplies and our natedup the by greenhouse middle school ahead teacher health. “They now understand that Sueof schedule Meidlinger this fall. soils are not made by humans, and it takes thousands of years to form This provided the fertile, healthy soils,” she said. students an opportunity to recycle some gourds Videos and exhibit photography LeDoux was given a few explained how we can help the years ago by speech earth and how each one of us is language pathologist responsible to protect what we Sue Miles. LeDoux dried have, said LeDoux. Students went and bleached the gourds. on a treasure hunt to find the Students cleaned and answers to 20 questions that were sanded them before hidden within the exhibit. Want creating designs and to know more? Go to the website painting them onto the www.soils.org and do your own gourds. “digging” into soils. LeDoux noted the

iane LeDoux’s gourds are used greenhouse and for outside bird foods students got nesting but said the dirt on soil this most of the fall. The classes students are visited the Durham using their dMuseum in Omaha to study the “Dig It! The Secrets of Soil” exhibit. finished work as interior The students were able to see decorations. samples of different layers of soils from around the and discovered each state has a name for its type of soil.

“Foods students did not understand why they were included in the field trip,” said LeDoux. “Then they learned healthy soil produces healthy food from animals and plants they eat.”

LeDoux said all students learned soil can be destroyed quickly by not caring for the earth. Students 4 The Iowa Hawkeye • Fall, 2010 saw effects of pollution, erosion, 4 The Iowa Hawkeye Issue 1, 2010/2011 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

more public art

ISD Helps Set Guiness World Record ISD students joined more than 300,000 people across the world who created a 2010 Guiness World Record called “Most People Sport Stacking at Multiple Locations in One Day.” The historic day was Nov. 18.

Sport stacking enhances basic motor- skills, hand-eye coordination and accu- racy. It promotes bilateral proficiency (equal skill with right and left hands). Improved concentration and reaction time may also be improved with sport Dalton “Rush” Rosch scrambles to beat the clock in a cup stacking stacking. event held through Karen Lechner’s physical education classes. Stephanie Perez is ready to tackle her next station.

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5 The Iowa Hawkeye • Fall, 2010 5 The Iowa Hawkeye Issue 1, 2010/2011 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Science Center Brings Opportunities to ISD Students

L. Bubbling with K. Excitement N. M. I. What better way to commemorate the 155th J. anniversary of Iowa School for the Deaf than with the opening of a new wing? emperatures in the high 70s on Oct. 1 provided A. G. perfect weather for the grand opening celebration Long Hall Gymnasium Long H. of Iowa School for the Deaf’s Long Hall Science Center. Housed in the area formerly occupied by a F. swimming pool and locker rooms, two modern tlaboratories and two classrooms have transformed the E. 5,000 sq. feet. D. The modern space is replete with today’s technology, from white A. C. boards in each lab and classroom to electronic microscopes. The former middle school classrooms lacked space for traditional science B. favorites, such as an aquarium and terrarium. Both are now features in the new middle school classroom. A. Hallway contains permanent inlaid graph in floor, display area The 1930s lab space in the high school could not be altered to accom- B. Student restrooms modate fume hoods and safety showers- elements essential when C. High school classroom conducting experiments with natural gas. New gas hookups now allow D. Faculty restroom teachers to expand their experiment possibilities. Adequate storage E. Chemical storage will mean teachers have organized access to myriad supplies. With F. High school laboratory both schools on campus sharing the space, there will be a reduction of G. Middle school laboratory duplication in materials and equipment. H. Dark Room I. Middle School classroom J. Kitchen K. Middle School storage L. Future Elementary classroom M. Future Elementary restroom

After a demonstration involving the science of bubbles, audience members officially opened the science center by making their own bubbles from individual bottles. Superintendent Dr. Jeanne Prickett, senior Ricky Burgess and special guest speaker Derek Braun of Photos by ISD Yearbook led the crowd. 6 The Iowa Hawkeye • Fall, 2010 6 The Iowa Hawkeye Issue 1, 2010/2011 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Seeing purple– Students and staff were provided ISD Long Hall Science Center t-shirts in celebration of the historical day.

Fame with your NAME Plaques bearing names of donors to the Long Hall Science Center will hang on the wall in the new facility. The plaques will be finalized soon. If you would like to have your name on the permanent plaque in the Long Hall Science Center, please send your donation by March 31. Science center Mail check to: donors to date: ISD Foundation 3501 Harry Langdon Boulevard Gotta hand it n 111 Individuals Council Bluffs, IA 51503 n 23 Community to ‘em– During the grand opening Organizations Or use PayPal: & Businesses iowaschoolforthedeaf.org ceremony, glass n 7 Foundations click community/professional resources science cylinders and the donate button. engraved with the ISD logo were presented to Thank you for supporting us! corporate donors.

It’s a motivator– Teachers comment students are always on time to class now, due to their enthusiasm for learning in the new space. Students claim they are also on time because they don’t have to climb another flight of stairs!

7 The Iowa Hawkeye • Fall, 2010 7 The Iowa Hawkeye Issue 1, 2010/2011 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Write Me a Story

Jonathan Sanchez and junior Cheyenne Terry discussed Sanchez’s favorite super heros, foods and pastimes. Terry and his classmates later wrote books starring the younger students.

onathan Sanchez’s favorite students, so super hero is Spiderman. He Watson’s would like to be a chef when he students grows up. could glean information And if Jonathan ever forgets about the jwhat he liked as an 8-year-old, younger pupils he can always refer to his book. and create a personalized Sanchez and other 3rd and 4th book for them. Elementary students graders at ISD met with Jeanette provided a piece of artwork for inclusion in the book. direct and use simple words, Watson’s high school English and can’t be as descriptive students this fall. The high school students traded a final exam Cheyenne Terry, who was paired with as you would want it to be Sanchez, smiled as he recalled his in Watson’s class for a project for an adult.” demonstrating their knowledge of interviews with the younger boy. “He’s very communicative, loves to talk– a sentence structure, plots, narratives Watson experienced satisfaction and other aspects of creative writing. real social kid,” Terry said. Sanchez’s book was about Spiderman. Although as she watched the projects Books penned by her students, evolve. “The elementary students decided Watson, would be the the meetings went well, Terry said the project was not simple. look up to the high school perfect project to combine all those students and were in awe,” she elements. “Writing a children’s book is said. “My students exceeded my not as easy as you might think, expectations. They were very Research for the books began with involved and did a great job.” pairing high school and elementary “he said. “They’ve got to be

8 The Iowa Hawkeye • Fall, 2010 8 The Iowa Hawkeye Issue 1, 2010/2011 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Homecoming ‘10 Spring it on us– Josh Knudson, Class of ‘06, entertained the crowd before kickoff with his 4th Poker Run Aids jumping stilts. School- Eight participants rode in the 4th ISD Homecoming Poker Run, held Oct. 2. The event was organized by Michael Friesen. Thank you for your donation to the ISD Foun- dation! Participants: James Buettner, Joey Meyer, James Larson, Julie Redondo, Doug Collicot, Tony Nacarelli, James Luttrell and Mike Friesen. ISD Hall of Fame Adds

Two to Wall- Francis Jacobson was honored posthumously with the Distin- guished Service to the Community Award. Jacobson started the first football team in 1921 with his own funds. Donald Miksell, Class of ‘84, received the Distinguished Service to the Community Award. Miksell is involved in myriad state deaf events and committees.

The photos and biographies of the men are displayed on the main floor of the ISD Adminis- tration Building and will take a permanent spot in the ISD Museum hallway next fall.

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This year’s opponent was the Wisconsin School for the Deaf Firebirds. Coach Karen Lechner pro- vided a fireman skit at the pep rally to ‘douse’ the Firebirds’ flames.Although the homecoming opponent has often been invited to watch the pep rally, this was the first year some ofthe Firebird athletes participated in the night’s games. Royalty crowned at the pep rally were King Shannon McArthur, Jr. of Nebraska City and Queen Carly Weyers of Waverly, Neb.

9 The Iowa Hawkeye • Fall, 2010 9 The Iowa Hawkeye Issue 1, 2010/2011 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Tuning in to 4PLUS his school year, ISD transition coordinator Kristi Wills was interviewed by National Public Radio (91.5 KIOS FM in Omaha) and KMA (99.1FM/960 AM in Iowa) regarding the 4PLUS program’s success. Currently the program has Get More News! 10 students. Students work in competitive employment, To be sure you are receiving more attend college or both. 4PLUS teachers Wendy Rustad and news and publications about Iowa Wills provide job coaching, life skills education, one-on-one School for the Deaf, sign up to ttutoring and more. Pictured is David Grandberry, who found a job receive information electronically! through 4PLUS and has recently been promoted at his workplace. We send about two e-mails per tThe 4PLUS student center has been month, via Constant Contact. relocated to the north side of the careers building. The new kitchen and lounge area was perfect for Here’s how to sign up: the program’s first Thanksgiving 1. Send an e-mail to cangeroth@ feast, providing lessons in nutrition, iowaschoolforthedeaf.org and let budgeting and cooking. us know of your wishes OR 2. Go to Facebook.com/ 4PLUS is the only transition ISDOFFICIALPAGE and click on “Join program in Iowa exclusively our mailing list” at the top. for deaf and hard-of-hearing students.

Computers for all– High school students received new HP Mini Netbooks at the start of the school year. The units weigh about two pounds, are 1” thick and smaller than a sheet of notebook paper. The computers are for in-school use, and may be used in the dorms. Students are using the netbooks to take notes, perform internet searches, write papers and more. Teachers have the final say if the units are on or off during class, however. They can instantly set the students’ machines to a black screen, to be sure all eyes are on the lesson. Cup of Joe to Go ASTRA service club students It’s a Tie! Student volunteers attempt a magic rope trick provide an array of coffees, hot when Matthew Magic Morgan’s show came to town in September. chocolate and cider once a month Left to right are Jonathan Sanchez, Elisa Perez, Nobuo Kamizuru of to staff as a fundraiser for area the magician troupe, Brandon Dunlap and Elizabeth Van Camp. homeless shelters. About $25 is brought in at each sale.

10 The Iowa Hawkeye • Fall, 2010 10 The Iowa Hawkeye Issue 1, 2010/2011 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • NEED MEDICAL CARE? ISD Nurses Are There! hen an ISD n Set up yearly dental and vision student becomes screenings. n The Go Between ill or injured, Offer influenza vaccination for When medical or dental staff at the ISD students and staff. appointments can’t wait for Health Center provide professional n Schedule in-house consultation homegoing, ISD’s health center w with a sports therapist for assessment, ensures students receive care round the clock! Registered nurses tend to all health needs, treatment and referral. the necessary services. Geri n Knoebel, a licensed interpreter, from administering medication Work closely with the Green Hills is the ‘go between.’ Knoebel to scheduling dental and eye AEA audiologist, Boys Town National provides transportation and screenings. A local pediatrician and Research Hospital, and local audiology interpretation for students pediatric nurse practitioner provide service providers to meet students’ at medical appointments in examination and evaluation services audio, hearing aid, and cochlear Omaha and Council Bluffs. She relays information about on campus and are available at all implant needs. n the appointments to the health hours for consultation. Maintain ongoing communication center nurses, who follow-up and referral with the occupational and with parents. School nurses do a lot more than dispense medication and apply physical therapists, vision specialist, and bandaids! psychologist at Green Hills AEA. n Write Health Reviews to be Other services provided through included in the IEP and participate in the health center: n IEP evaluations. Medical assessment and n Develop IHP’s (Individual Health treatment. n Plans) for students with special medical Maintain concise health and or physical needs. immunization records for each n Offer health information and Above, Knoebel dons “over-the- student. n education to students and staff top” protective gear while filling Offer short-term or overnight through: environmentally-friendly accommodation to ill and v Classroom and dormitory presentations. disinfectant bottles for distribution recuperating students. v Individual/group discussion/information. to campus departments. “We put a little TLC in v School Health Council education and programs. Knoebel’s health center duties everything we do!” v Education, information, and weight loss keep her on the go. Twice a and fitness programs year, she refreshes bloodborne -Diane Knigge, Health Center pathogen kits throughout for staff by the Staff campus. She also assists with Wellness Committee. annual staff bloodborne training, v Set up CPR and by demonstrating proper glove First Aid training in- doffing technique as well as services for staff with how to wear protective gowns the American Heart and masks. (Knoebel has been Association. known to offer advice on how to accessorize such an outfit!) v Bloodborne Pathogen training and Knoebel is also the face of Dee Willer, Medication Manager Celebrate ISD, the senior breakfast, R.N., shows clinical certification. Red Wheel fundraiser and other Madison campus special projects. Plager her weight.

11 The Iowa Hawkeye • Fall, 2010 11 The Iowa Hawkeye Issue 1, 2010/2011 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • What We Need To Know The Paw Nearly 40 stakeholders in deaf education across the state attended the symposium, “What Factor Do We Need to Know About Deaf Education,” held Aug. 31 in West Des Moines. Invited audience members included parents, alumni, legislators, Regents, superintendents, teachers of the deaf/hard of hearing, students and representatives from various agencies which interact with facets of deaf education. The afternoon was hosted by Iowa School for the Deaf and the Board of Regents, State of Iowa. Claire Bugen, superintendent at Texas School for the Deaf, gave the presentation, “Changes in the A new sign was purchased by the Class of ‘10. It is near the Landscape of Deaf Education and football field’s concession stand at the north campus en- Schools for the Deaf.” Sean Virnig, trance. A few members of the Class of ‘10 (all whom are 4PLUS deaf education consultant from students now) are pictured: (left to right) Bryiona Brooks, Minnesota, gave the presentation, Alica Vargas, Mike Fick, Peter Schwietz and Alba Lavrenz. “Deaf Education. Achievement. Outcomes. Best Practices. What? Other Bobcat news- (fall sports records) football, 1-7; How?” volleyball, 9-14. Deaf Digest All-American Football Following the presentations, First Team: Zach Raes, offensive line; Deaf Digest participants separated into groups Volleyball All-American First Team: Carly Weyers. to discuss ideas and challenges regarding deaf education in Iowa.

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