Walk of Fame
Dutch Neck Elementary School has launched the Walk of Fame campaign to build a garden pathway leading from the visitor parking lot to the arboretum and amphitheater. The ongoing land beautification project was begun several years ago by Principal Scott Feeder and children’s author Lynne Cherry.
“When Ms. Cherry came to Dutch Neck as a part of our visiting author program, we spoke of the wonderful ground we have around the school and what a great site this would be to create an outdoor learning space,” says Feder. “We brainstormed on topics such as planning, reforesting, and integrating science and math in nature’s classroom. Since then we’ve had two planting phases resulting in saplings decorating a once empty grass lot.”
The path will wind its way through the trees to a set of risers forming a semi-circle sheltered by evergreen shrubs. Barbara Nabial, the PTA president, plans for a group of Eagle Scouts to repair the risers. When complete, the area could be used for concerts and graduations. Bricks cost $25, and include three lines of engraving. To support the school or recognize alumni, contact Angie Crichton at 609-275-6877.
Math and Science Day
Wicoff School celebrated Math and Science Day with community leaders, parents, and district staff members presenting a variety of programs, including kitchen chemistry, poison prevention, fun with mathematics, optical illusions, bubbles, and electricity experiments.
Peter Khoury, who celebrated his birthday that day, participated in the insect program with Millstone River faculty member Sven Strnad. A student in Stephanie Weaver’s third grade class, Peter got to hold a tarantella, a chameleon, and a snake.
People to People
Christini Isnardi and Saumya Mehta, both students at Community Middle School, participated in the People to People World Leadership Forum in Washington, D.C., from March 28 to April 3. While earning high school credit they explored some of the most prominent monuments and institutions in the United States.
The program examined the characteristics of American leadership during times of national challenge and prosperity. Delegates also participated in small group discussion to experience how successful leaders develop strategies, make decisions, build consensus, and foster change.
People to People Student Ambassador Program was founded in 1956 by President Dwight D. Eisenhower to foster world citizenship.
Published!
Michael Liu, a fifth grade student at Village School, is a grand prize winner in “Instructor” magazine’s sixth annual poetry contest for kids. His poem, “Honor of My Ancestors,” was chosen in the English grades four to eight category from more than 10,”000 entries. It is published in the magazine’s April edition. Michael’s prize was a Dell computer system.
Presidential Scholar
Yifei Chen, a senior at High School North, is one of the 550 semifinalists in the 2005 Presidential Scholars Program. They were selected from more than 2,”700 candidates on the basis of superior achievements, leadership qualities, personal character, and involvement in school and community activities.
