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Community E-Newsletter Fall 2014 Community e-Newsletter Fall 2014 Dear Community Members: One of my core beliefs is that it takes an entire community to ensure the success of our public schools. In order to engage in our schools, the community needs to be informed. That is why the Portland Public Schools is introducing our first ever community e-Newsletter. The e-Newsletter will come out twice a year, in the fall and the spring. Its purpose is to communicate successes and ongoing work at the district level and in our schools. In this issue of our newsletter you will find news items including information about the Portland Public Schools STEM Exposition, an update about the plan for replacing Hall School, staff recognitions and student projects. We hope that this newsletter will help empower our community to participate in improving our schools so that we can be the best small urban school district in the country by 2017. Please encourage your friends, family, neighbors, and other community members to subscribe to the e-Newsletter by sending an email to [email protected] with “Subscribe to e-Newsletter” in the message or subject. In addition to reading this e-Newsletter, I would encourage all Portland families, businesses, and community members to stay informed and get involved in our schools. Here are some ways you can do so: • Check out the Stay Informed section of the district’s website (http://www2.portlandschools.org/stay-informed-about- portland-public-schools-0), where you will find many ways to stay up-to-date on school and district news. • Attend school and district events such as learning nights, Parent Academies or University, focus groups, town hall meetings, task forces, etc. • Participate with PTO, School Advisory Groups, and/or other family engagement groups. • Volunteer in our schools. You can read more about volunteer opportunities in this e-Newsletter. Thanks for your time and support for the Portland Public Schools. I look forward to partnering with you all to help the Portland Public Schools become the best small urban school district in the country by 2017. Sincerely, Portland Superintendent Emmanuel Caulk P.S. I hope you’ll join me at the winter meeting of the Superintendent’s Book Club on January 28 at 7 p.m. at Longfellow Books to discuss “21 Trends for the 21st Century: Out of the Trenches and Into the Future.” See details in the “Upcoming Events” section. Portland Public schools: Best small urban school district in the country by 2017 Fall 2014 District Provides OPPORTUNITIES FOR STEM LEARNING The Portland Public Schools, in partnership with EnviroLogix, Inc., presented the first district STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) exposition on November 10 at Ocean Gateway Terminal. Students from all of Portland’s public middle and high schools and three elementary schools were among the exhibitors at “STEM Learning from Cradle to Career.” Post-secondary schools and local businesses also participated. Nearly 1,000 other district students toured the exhibits. Exhibits included Lincoln Middle School students demonstrating ZomeTools, which help model concepts in geometry, Hall Elementary School students displaying their toothpick bridge models and Deering High School students demonstrating crime detection skills that they acquired in their Forensic Science Class. “STEM knowledge is essential for 21st century jobs,” said Portland Superintendent Emmanuel Caulk. “We’re excited to partner with EnviroLogix in showing the public what our students are learning to prepare them for the future.” The Portland Public Schools has several initiatives underway to give students more opportunities to explore STEM fields. Lyman Moore Middle School recently received a “Super Science Makeover” thanks to $18,000 in technology, equipment and 300 volunteer hours donated by IDEXX Laboratories. Principal Stephen Rogers and Pam Trieu, a Lyman Moore science teacher, helped spearhead the initiative. IDEXX outfitted two science classrooms with the latest in classroom technology, equipment and supplies, including SMART boards and projectors and digital teaching microscopes. The new initiative will allow Moore to expand students’ study of animal biology to include companion animals (pets) and to expose them to related careers. “Our vision for Lyman Moore is to be a leader in STEM in the classroom,” said Rogers. “IDEXX’s generous donation of equipment and volunteer time, and their willingness to share their scientific expertise with us is a huge step in this direction.” IDEXX scientists and community veterinarians will visit classes later in the year to lend assistance and expertise as the students study canine and feline biology. The company also will support a new Moore club where students will explore options in STEM careers, including veterinary medicine. Club activities will include visits to local veterinary practices. Portland Public schools: Best small urban school district in the country by 2017 fall 2014 District Moves Forward on Hall School Replacement phases in order to lessen the impact on taxpayers and disruptions to teaching and learning. During the past seven years, the district built two new schools with state funding - East End Community School (2006) and Ocean Avenue Elementary School (2011) - and renovated and added to Riverton Elementary School (2007) with local funding. Last year, the district launched Buildings for Our Future to address significant needs at the remaining mainland elementary schools. The goal is to ensure that all elementary students attend schools with safe environments designed for academic excellence and 21st century learning. The Portland Public Schools is continuing plans to replace Fred P. Hall Elementary School. The project is Videos feature school eligible to receive state funding. programs At an October 21 workshop, the Portland Board of Public Education reviewed a proposed timeline for the Every month, Portland project and critical milestones that need to be met. Superintendent Emmanuel Caulk Oak Point Associates, an architectural and engineering interviews guests for the district’s firm hired by the district, prepared the timeline. Some web show, “Let’s Talk Portland!” The October show key tentative dates are: focused on the new Spanish immersion program at Lyseth Elementary School and the collaboration between the • June 2015: State Board of Education concept Portland Symphony Orchestra (PSO) and Reiche approval Community School to integrate music into the kindergarten • November 2015: public referendum to ask curriculum. voters to approve state funding for the project, as well as any locally funded items See the show: http://www2.portlandschools.org/lets-talk- portland-web-show After watching the video, continue the • May 2017: construction start date discussion at • September 2018: potential occupancy http://www2.portlandschools.org/letstalkportland “Replacing Hall is a top priority for our district,” A video by former Lincoln Middle School parent Jeff Portland Superintendent Emmanuel Caulk said. “We Griffiths highlights the school’s partnerships with are eager to move into the planning and design process.” Rippleffect, the University of New England and Ferry Beach Ecology School. See the video: The timeline is dependent on the 21-step process that http://vimeo.com/107874983 the Maine Department of Education requires for review and approval of school construction projects. Replacing Meet Julie Anderson, who fell in love Hall is expected to cost more than $20 million, with the viola as a Longfellow according to a study done by Oak Point Associates. Elementary School student. She shares her love of music with children The Portland Public Schools has conducted several as she performs with groups such as studies over the past 15 years to identify deficiencies in the Bangor Symphony Orchestra and Ray LaMontagne: the district’s elementary schools that detract from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sOnYilK3tQ student learning. Improvements have been made in Portland Public schools: Best small urban school district in the country by 2017 fall 2014 PRINCIPAL pierce to Receive Award at December Ceremony Casco Bay High School Principal Derek Pierce will formally receive the Nellie Mae Education Foundation’s Third Annual Larry O’Toole Award at a ceremony on December 16 at 1 p.m. in the school’s library. The annual award is bestowed on a school leader or organization exhibiting great leadership through innovation in moving student-centered learning approaches forward in New England. There was one nominee from each state, with the winner chosen by online voting. This is the first time that a Maine principal or school organization has won the award. “Derek Pierce is an inspirational leader who exemplifies the students-first approach we value here in Portland,” said Portland Superintendent Emmanuel Caulk. “Mr. Pierce is an excellent representative of the great schools and leadership we have here in Portland.” The award comes with a $100,000 grant to Casco Bay High School (CBHS). The money will be used in several ways to further student learning: • $50,000 for scholarships that ensure that all CBHS students, regardless of family income, can take part in annual learning expeditions. • $25,000 for supplies and equipment to develop a “Maker Lab” where students can explore, design, invent, experiment and create. • $15,000 for micro-grants to students for projects that address local needs. • $10,000 for hosting visiting educators and for leading student-centered learning workshops. MORE RECOGNITION FOR DISTRICT
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