Luke Q. and Jason D. look on as Governor McDonnell signs the proclamation.
On Thursday, January 19, Abingdon High School students, Luke Q., the Virginia Technology Student Association President, and Jason D., the National Technology Student Association Sergeant-at-Arms, along with presidents of Virginia's Career and Technical Student Organization meet with Governor McDonnell. The students were present to take part in Governor McDonnell's signing of the proclamation of February as Career and Technical Education Month. On Friday, January 20, Luke and Jason meet with local area legislators asking for their support of Career and Technical Education. While in Richmond, Luke and Jason toured the Richmond Convention Center which will be the location of this year's Technosphere.
Mrs. Colleen Buchanan is the Glade Spring Middle School Teacher of the Year
Congratulations to Mrs. Colleen Buchanan on her selection as the Glade Spring Middle Teacher of the Year! Mrs. Buchanan was chosen by her peers to represent our school. Mrs. Buchanan teaches eighth grade Pre-Algebra and Algebra I. In the classroom, she uses a variety of techniques and technologies to meet the needs of all students. She provides additional assistance to students during SmartBlock and during the after school homework help (Wednesday Workshops). Mrs. Buchanan is very active in extra-curricular activities serving as a sponsor of the Student Council Association and the Gifted and Talented Program. Along with her co-sponsor she plans and organizes events such as school dances, a Veterans Day program, faculty and staff recognition and much more. This year, Mrs. Buchanan has taken on the role of PTA President. She has developed a calendar of meetings all designed to meet the needs of parents and the school community. Mrs. Buchanan is an outstanding educator and Glade Spring Middle School is proud of her.
Mrs. Cozart works with Dennis M. as he perfects his writing.
Mrs. Terri Cozart has been selected as Greendale Elementary School’s Teacher of the Year! Mrs. Cozart has twenty-two years of teaching experience in grades 1, 2, and 3, and is currently in her first year as our reading specialist. Her love for children is clearly demonstrated each day as she greets students all over the building by name; it is obvious that she loves to spend her day with kids! She says that her favorite part of being a teacher is “helping kids get excited about learning and reading.” She does just that, working with students who grow from reluctant readers to excited readers! Former students stop by Mrs. Cozart’s classroom each morning just to get their day started before they head to their current homerooms. One former student uses the words, “energetic,” “motherly,” “fun,” and “a good teacher” to describe Mrs. Cozart, descriptions that many teachers aspire to have applied to us. Mrs. Cozart notes that she has been influenced by Mrs. Cathy Shelton, another excellent Washington County teacher who mentored Mrs. Cozart and inspired her at the very beginning of her teaching career. When asked what advice she would give to beginning teachers, Mrs. Cozart says, “Be energetic. Be creative. Remember what it is like to be a child.” Every person who works with children would do well to heed this wonderful advice.
Emma C. presents her project, a cake displaying elements of the novel, to the class.
The Wallace Middle School sixth grade students brought the novel “Freak the Mighty” alive by creating visual representations of various aspects of the novel. While reading “Freak the Mighty” and enjoying the adventures of the characters Max and Kevin, the students analyzed the literary elements, extended their vocabulary development, and used various reading and writing strategies.
In October, hands-on projects were brought to class as a culmination of the novel study unit. Students also used the novel toward earning the Wallace Middle School Varsity Letter for Reading Award. Some projects included dioramas, ornithoptors, pyramid presents, and character models. The most popular project was made by Emma C. It was a large cake decorated with various elements from the novel. Mrs. Mullins would like to congratulate her students on a job well done!
Over 100 members of the High Point community enjoyed a night of fitness fun!
High Point Students and their families enjoyed a “Family Fitness Night” on Friday, Jan. 20th, 2012. The event was sponsored by the school’s PTA and Community Involvement Team. The 100 plus attendees enjoyed a lively Zumba class taught by Carla Griffith from the Coomes Center in Abingdon. Relaxing Yoga stretches, taught by Amy Sullivan, concluded the night of fitness and fun. There were several door prizes, free jump ropes for all students, and a one month free membership to Dyna Body; including four free personal training sessions for all adults in attendance. High Point is grateful to Ms. Carla for all of her involvement with our school and her commitment to the fitness of our students. Ms. Carla is no stranger to the schools of Washington County. She joins with Elementary P.E. classes every 6 weeks to incorporate Zumba fitness. Her classes are wildly popular with students across the county.