RECYCLING FUNDRAISER
High School, Middle School, Elementary School
Dear Parent or Guardian:
The Avonworth Middle School Parent Network is conducting a recycling fundraiser. There’s nothing to buy. We are simply asking you to protect the environment by donating your used consumer electronics and unwanted, broken or mismatched jewelry. Your used item(s) may be tax deductible and will be recycled in accordance with EPA regulations. 100% of the proceeds will...
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FAMILY FITNESS FUN NIGHT
High School, Elementary School
When: February 16, 2012 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Avonworth School District 258 Josephs Lane; Pittsburgh, PA 15237
We will be hosting our third Family Fitness Night on the February 16th. This fun filled night stems from the Highmark Super Challenge grant awarded to the middle school last year. Please complete the enclosed RSVP and return to the middle school...
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News Article: Gambling Revenue Impact On School Tax Bill
High School, Middle School, Elementary School
Below is link to a recent Post-Gazette article that shares information on the impact gambling revenue has on a school tax bill.
http://www.postgazette.com/pg/12032/1207301-298.stm
Puxsutawney Phil -- Lessons Via Skype
Elementary School
Phil the Groundhog
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Punxsutawney Phil -- Lessons Via Skype
Second grade teacher, Jenifer Neiss, coordinated a lesson with world famous members of the Punxsutawney Groundhog Inner Circle. Via Skype, students got to see Phil the ground hog and speak with Ron Ploucha, his official handler. They also spoke with Mr. Jason Grusky, known as the Big Chill.
The class was able to see Phil a...
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Elementary School Tech Talk For February
Elementary School
What do you call a 20 sided polygon? In Mrs. Amy Besterman’s math class, students worked on a project in which they had to discover the names of polygons ranging from 12-40 sided. They used the notebooks in Mrs. Besterman’s room to find their answers. Students used a variety of math websites that not only gave them the name but also visually illustrated the...
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Middle School February Tech Talk
Middle School
Eighth grade science students in Mr. Doug Haskins classes are utilizing online critical thinking questions as part of a layered curriculum. Using QR codes, students can use a mobile device to access a class webpage where they will find the question and the online submission form.
Also, 8th grade reading students in Mrs. Kathy Galecki’s classroom recently used...
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High School February Tech Talk
High School
Ms. Roxanne Samaniego’s upper level Spanish classes took part in a videoconference January 24 through Skype with Anchor/TV Reporter Martha Minjarez from the Spanish language channel Univision. Ms. Minjarez is a professional journalist who works for Univision 19 in Sacramento, California. Ms. Minjarez spoke to the Avonworth students from the Sacramento...
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Students Cautioned About Cyber Bullying
High School, Middle School
By: Kelly Rudzik
A special agent with the Attorney General’s office spoke with students regarding cyber bullying in January. Richard Shaheen is the Senior Supervisory Special Agent of the Education and Outreach Program. He emphasized the penalties for sexting and other transgressions conducted using technology. Shaheen said, “Students not only passing on...
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Budget Cuts & Education
News of Districtwide Interest
Not concerned about budget cuts to public education? Then you are NOT paying attentionPost-Gazette article offer details.Read more: http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/12029/1206457-109.stm#ixzz1kyEhtCku
TWO ART STUDENTS TO COMPETE NATIONALLY
High School, Middle School, Elementary School
Avonworth students Krystina Thomas (12th grade) and Alexa Valenta (11th grade) both received Golden Key Awards at the 2012 Scholastic Art Regional competition and will now move on to nationals. The winners will be announced in March.
Overall, Avonworth placed very high in the competition, of the 39 pieces students submitted, 20 were recognized. In total, more than 2,000 pieces were...
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TSA MEETING
High School, Middle School
There will be a TSA meeting on Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at 6:00pm in Mr. White’s room for all parents that have a student attending the regional conference on Friday, March 2, 2012. If you have any questions, please email Mr. White at bwhite@avonworth.k12.pa.us.
JOIN SOCCER
High School, Middle School, Elementary School
The Avonworth Soccer Association would like to encourage you to go to the ASA website at www.lopessoccer.com to register. You can also pick up a flyer at the office. Registration is all on-line now, register today! Don't miss out!
Ohio Township Parks and Recreation Activities
High School, Middle School, Elementary School
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Ohio Township Parks and Recreation Department
412-364-6321 ext. 14
FATHER, DAUGHTER
VALENTINE’S DANCE
Come out to the third annual Father / Daughter Valentine’s Dance. Come and enjoy a night filled with fun, excitement, and dancing. Each Dad will have a special gift for his daughter. Light refreshments will be served. Semi-formal attire is suggested....
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LAW BANS TEXTING WHILE DRIVING
High School
By: Kelly Rudzik
Pennsylvania lawmakers recently passed a law making texting while driving illegal. The law became effective on December 24, 2011. Any driver can be pulled over for reading, writing, or sending a text message behind the wheel and will be issued a $50 fine.
In a letter to Avonworth Superintendent, Dr. Valerie...
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Ms. Wheelchair America Visits Avonworth
High School
Josie Badger, Ms. Wheel Chair America
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Avonworth high school students heard directly from Josie Badger that disabilities do not prevent an individual from accomplishing their goals or dreams and serve as a functioning community member. Josie is the current Ms. Wheelchair of America and the Youth Coordinator of PEAL (Parent Education and Advocacy Leadership) Center, a Pittsburgh-based nonprofit that helps...
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Alumni Frame U.S. Flag Flown Over Afghanistan
High School
Avonworth 2011 class officers donated $500 to frame a flag over Afghanistan on a 774th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron C-130J Aircraft Mission, September 11, 2011, by MSgt Ernest Stevens, a 1991 Avonworth alum.
The class officers were Lucy Angell, Caroline Schaper,...
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STUDENTS RAISE $24,251 FOR CHILDREN
High School, Middle School, Elementary School
STUDENTS RAISE $24,251 FOR CHILDREN By: Kelly Rudzik
Students of the Avonworth School District raised more than $24,000 for the Pittsburgh Children’s Hospital annual fundraiser. The elementary, middle, and high schools participated in the fund raising event to aid the hospital’s Free Care Fund, which helps provide health coverage to the families of children who cannot otherwise afford...
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Junior Achievement Life Skills
Middle School
Avonworth middle school students got hands on fundamental life skills through the Junior Achievement Education Program on December 13th. Parental volunteers from the community shared their knowledge in Financial Literacy, Entrepreneurship, and Work-Readiness.
“The overwhelming support from not only the volunteers, but the...
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Kindergarten Roundup
Elementary School
The annual “Kindergarten Roundup” will be held Thursday, March 1st at 6:30 P.M. in the Avonworth Elementary School cafeteria.
This event provides necessary information for anyone wishing to enroll a child in Kindergarten for the 2012-2013 School Year.
Children who have attained age 5 before September 1, 2012, are eligible to enroll.
For more information contact 412-366-7170
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