holiday greeting card competition

As an IB Candidate School
Volume 8 Issue 05
November 2, 2012
PARENT PORTAL INFORMATION
In an effort to stay connected, West Ottawa
Schools is pleased to provide the Infinite Campus Parent Portal communication tool. The Portal
connects parents/guardians to students’ data
online, anytime, from anywhere there is internet
access. Once the Portal is accessed, information
about only their child’s progress can be viewed.
Making this information-rich connection with
parents is a clear way to improve communication
between teachers, parents and students. Access to
the Parent Portal can be gained from home,
work, public library, or anywhere an internet
connection can be established. The Parent Portal
is a free service to our district families.
Please visit our website for more information and
form.
http://www.westottawa.net/new-studentinformation-new-page/parent-portal/
Student leaders from Calling All Colors the Leaders for the 21st Century as well as a group of 6th graders worked diligently to plan 2 exciting
events this past week. The first, UNITY day was in celebration of National Bullying Prevention month. Students and staff were encouraged
to wear orange to show their support of the Make It Orange, Make It
End campaign. Stickers with slogans were distributed in 1st hour so
everyone had the chance to show their support. At lunch students were
invited to get their picture taken and sign our UNITY day banner. The
photos were then turned into videos and shown during homeroom. It
was a remarkable day highlighting the group effort it will take to end
bullying. The 2nd event these student leaders planned was a Mix It Up
at Lunch Day. Students were randomly reassigned to sit at a new table
with new peers. A list of icebreaker questions was provided as well as
a word search and crossword puzzle. The last challenge of the lunch
was a jenga style stick pulling strategy game which led to a lot of laughter as students tried to stay in the game and not knock the tippy tepee
over. The goal of Mix It Up At Lunch Day (which is put on nation
wide) is to get middle school students in particular to branch away from
their cliques and get to know someone new. The cafeteria can be one of
the most brutal places for a new student or a student without a lot of
friends. By helping students break down those walls we are working on
creating a positive climate at Harbor Lights for all students. Congratulations to those students whose hard work really benefited our 900+ students.
HOLIDAY GREETING CARD COMPETITION
I would like to announce the 26th annual Holiday greeting card competition which is open to all West Ottawa students. I invite all
students to share their artistic talent and submit an entry for our holiday greeting card competition.
The drawing selected for first place will be used on the front of our holiday greeting card that will be sent to all West Ottawa employees from the West Ottawa Board of Education.
1.
The original artwork may be done in black and white or color on an 8-1/2 x 11 sheet of white paper.
2.
The competition involves the front of the card only.
3.
Each entry must have the student’s name, grade, and school printed on the back in order to be considered.
4.
All entries are due to your school’s office by Tuesday, November 20, 2012.
The artist of the entry selected will be invited to the December Board meeting to receive 25 copies of the card. The artist will also
receive a $50 gift certificate to Barnes and Noble Bookstore.
Sincerely,
Thomas K. Martin
Superintendent of Schools
IB Diploma Program Update
West Ottawa High School is proud to offer the highly regarded International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program. The Diploma Program
is a two year international academic program for juniors and seniors.
Entrance into the Diploma Program (DP) requires planning out classes in advance so that students are properly prepared. If you are the
parent/guardian of a middle school student and you would like to know
more about the DP and courses needed to prepare for the DP, attend
one of these informational meetings:
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Monday, Dec. 3 at 11:00 a.m. in room A201 at the North HS
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Monday, Dec. 3 at 7:00 p.m. in the LGI Room at the North HS
For more information, contact the IB Diploma Program CoordinatorMrs. Corban Van Dam (616.738.6818 or [email protected]).
The Harbor Lights School needs a cover designed for
its yearbook. We would like students to submit entries in the yearbook cover contest.
The contest rules are:
1. Harbor Lights students only.
2. Use 8 ½” x 11” white paper
3. We will only accept vertical designs that are 11”
high.
4. Use a black fine marker or black ink.
(NOT PENCIL)
5. Student made computer designs will also be accepted.
6. Students may submit more than one entry.
7. Entries must be turned in to the Student Center by
3:30 p.m. on Friday, November 30, 2012.
8. Put your name on the back only.
9. The cover should have Harbor Lights Middle
School and 2012–2013 written on it.
10.The cover should portray Harbor Lights Middle
School and what it stands for.
Staff members will vote on the entries.
PATS has traditionally hosted an after
school party for our
new Harbor Lights 6th graders. It
is a fun way for the students to get
to know each other better. We are
tentatively planning this event for
the end of November, but are looking for a 6th grade parent willing
to coordinate the event. Please
call Jan Wehrmeyer @ 392-5034 if
you are interested.
We have quite a few items on our
Lost & Found table. Please remember to check for your items prior to
Thanksgiving Break. All items left behind will be donated to a
local charity.
Daylight savings time
ends on Sunday,
November 4, 2012,
2:00am.
Please remember to turn your
clocks back
one hour.
“The Jazz Age lives on in this light, romantic spoof
of 1920's musical comedy.” ~ Music Theatre International
A show the entire family will enjoy!
The setting is the French Riviera. Polly, an English heiress attending Mme. Dubonnet's
Finishing School, falls in
love with Tony, a delivery boy. Recalling her father's warning to beware of fortune seekers, she poses as a working girl.
Things get complicated with the unexpected arrival of Polly's parents and Lord and Lady Brockhurst
-- but not to worry, a happy ending is in store for all!
With its catchy tunes, period dances (including the inevitable Charleston) and winning sense of humor, THE
BOY FRIEND is a sparkling, tongue-in-cheek 1920's romp.
Tickets Go On Sale NOW!
$7 Mezzanine
$9 Orchestra
Purchase Tickets At:
The PAC Box Office, Online, or at the HS Lunch Periods
www.WestOttawaDramaBoosters.org/tickets.htm
OTTAWA COUNTY
HEALTH DEPARTMENT
FREE DENTAL SERVICES
FOR CHILDREN
WHO
Children 0-18 years old with Medicaid insurance or uninsured who:
 Do not have a dentist and
 Have not had a dental checkup in the last 6 months and
 Qualify financially
WHAT
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Dental checkup
Teeth cleaning
Fluoride treatment to prevent cavities
X-rays
Sealants
Dental Health Education
Fillings and extractions if needed
Other necessary dental treatment
WHERE
The “Miles of Smiles” Mobile Dental Unit will come to your child’s school district to provide Dental
Services.
HOW
1. Fill out the attached Health History Form completely.
2. Child’s Medicaid Recipient ID # must be written on attached form (if Medicaid eligible)
3. Return Health History Form to school immediately.
4. Financial information must be completed on attached form.
5. Parent must complete the attached health history form every year.
Although your child may be moving into Middle School or High School, “Miles of Smiles” can still
provide dental services through the age of 18. You will need to call us at 1-800-467-5905 to
schedule an appointment at a location near you.
Thank you.
DENTAL INSURANCE
Due to state budget cuts, “Miles of Smiles” has limited grant monies to provide fillings for
low-income, uninsured children. If your child qualifies for Free/Reduced Lunch, they would
also qualify for low-cost ($0 - $10 per month) medical and dental insurance for all children
in the family. Please call 1-800-764-4111 ext. 5731 or (616) 393-5731 for assistance in completing
the MIChild application. The application may also be completed on-line at
www.healthcare4mi.com.
Apply now to ensure that your child receives the dental care they need on
“Miles of Smiles”!
Información en español en el otro lado de esta página.
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Departamento de salud del
condado de Ottawa
SERVICIOS DENTALES GRATIS
para NIÑOS
QUIEN
Niños de 0-18 años de edad con tarjetas de Medicaid Seguro o califican
los que no tinen segurado quien:
*No tienen dentista y
*No ha recibido un reconocimiento general dental en los ultimos 6 meses y
*Califica financiamiente
QUE
*Examén dental
*Limpieza de dientes
*Tratamento fluoride para prevenir cavidades
*Radiografias
*Selladores
*Educación en la Salud Dental
*Relleno de cavidades y Extracciones si es necessario
*Otros servicios dentales necessario
DONDE
El Autobus Dental " Miles of Smiles" vendra a un escuela de su niño(a).
COMO
1. Complete la forma para información medica
2. Necesita escribir el numero de Medicaid en la forma (Tiene Medicaid ó califica)
3. Regrese la forma de información medica a la escuela inmediatemente .
4. Información de lngresos tiene que esta completa en la otra forma incluido.
5. El padre o la madre deben completer el formulario de historial de salud adjunto todos
los años .
Aunque tal vez su hijo pase a educación media o secundaria, “Miles of Smiles” puede
seguir proporcionando servicios dentales hasta los 18 años. Deberá llamarnos al 1-800467-5905 para programar una cita en un centro cercano a su ubicacion.
Gracias
SEGURO DENTAL
Debido al presupuesto de el estado a sido cortado, el dinero de “Miles of Smiles” de los
fondos qué estan designado para el costo de los rellenos de los niños de familias de
ingresos bajos y niños sin seguro. Si su niño califica para los lonches gratis y presios
reducido, ellos también califican a costos bajos como $0 - $10 por mes para
aseguransa médico y dental para todos los niños en la familia. Por favor llame al 1800-764-4111 x5731 o (616) 393-5731 para recibir ayuda de llenar la appicacíon para
MIChild. También usted puede llenar la applicacíon en el internet en esta página:
www.healthcare4mi.com.
¡Ahora apliqúese para asegurarse de que su niño recibe el cuidado dental que
necesitan en “Miles of Smiles”!
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