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Releases 2006-2007
MARPLE NEWTOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS
Marple Newtown's Summer School for Middle and High School Students is designed for the student seeking restoration or enrichment. The program of summer courses will provide an opportunity to achieve credit for courses previously taken, or to learn new skills. Restoration subjects are for the student who must retake and pass a required course, or for the student seeking improvement in academic areas. Enrichment subjects are honors level full credit courses for those students who wish to develop skills independent of the academic curriculum. All summer school classes will be held at Marple Newtown High School June 25 through August 2, 2007 (no class July 4). More information, including a list of available classes and registration information, is available at www.mnsd.net
Marple Newtown's Elementary Summer Program is back once again featuring reading and math maintenance for students entering grades 1 through 6 in the fall, and writing enrichment for students entering grades 2 through 6 in the fall. This outstanding summer program will take place at Russell Elementary School three days per week June 26 through July 26. Classes of about 8 students with similar skill levels are taught by experienced and caring teachers in a fun learning environment. Don't miss this excellent opportunity to help your child succeed! More information about the program, including a downloadable registration form is available at www.mnsd.net
LOCAL STUDENT WINS NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP
Newtown Square, PA – Alexandra Stulpin, a Marple Newtown High School senior and member of the Marple Newtown High School National Honor Society, has been named a Finalist for a National Honor Society (NHS ä ) scholarship from the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP). One hundred and fifty NHS Finalists were chosen from among more than 5,700 applications. Each Finalist will receive a $1,000 college scholarship.
Participating high school National Honor Society chapters from across the country nominated two senior high members to compete in this year’s program. Finalists were selected on the basis of their leadership skills, participation in service organizations, clubs and other student groups at school and in the community; and their academic record.
“We are proud to recognize Ms. Stulpin, for her outstanding achievements and contributions to her school.” said Rocco Marano, director, NHS. “Students nominated for the NHS scholarship not only demonstrate academic excellence, but also extraordinary performance in service, leadership, and character – traits that are more important today than ever before. In recognizing leadership and involvement in student activities as well as strong academic performance, the NHS scholarship acknowledges the importance of a well-rounded education. Cocurricular student activities help all students grow and are an essential part of the school curriculum.”
While at Marple Newtown High School, Ms. Stulpin has been National Honor Society vice president, speech team co-captain, a member of the lacrosse and swimming teams, and casting director for the fall play. This fall she plans to attend Penn State University to study History and Pre Law.
The National Honor Society (NHS ä ) is the nation’s premier organization recognizing outstanding high school students who demonstrate excellence in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service, and character. NHS ä and the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) ä are programs of the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP). NASSP—the preeminent organization and national voice for middle level and high school leaders—also administers the National Association of Student Councils (NASC), which promotes and provides leadership development opportunities to prepare and empower students to serve their schools and communities. For more information, visit www.nhs.us .
Marple Newtown School District welcomes Michael Dumin as Director of Operations.
Newtown Square, PA - Michael Dumin, formerly Facilities Manager of the U pper Moreland Township School District, is the new Director of Operations for the Marple Newtown School District. Mr. Dumin will oversee all facilities and grounds construction, renovation and maintenance, student transportation and fleet operations as well as security functions.
Mr. Dumin has been a part of the Operations industry for the past 25 years. He will guide the Operations Department in the District’s efforts to maintain a safe and functional environment for students and staff, which is conducive to the educational process.
“I’m looking forward to the opportunity of working in the Operations Department of the Marple Newtown School District”, stated Mr. Dumin.
Mr. Dumin currently resides in Lansdale with his wife Susan.
Edline Parent Portal Introduced
January 11, 2007 — To support and facilitate partnership in learning, Marple Newtown School District is pleased to introduce the Edline Parent Portal for families of students in grades 6 through 12. Edline is a powerful, easy-to-use, secure communication tool connecting teachers, parents and students. Online access to progress reports, marking period grades, attendance and assignments allows parents, teachers and students to accurately monitor student progress.
Beginning January 12, 2007, Marple Newtown High School will be providing secure online access to a student's progress. A brochure which describes some of the features and capabilities of Edline has been mailed to each student's home.
On Thursday, January 11, 2007, there will be an informational meeting at 8:00 p.m. in the high school auditorium. A demonstration of the Edline format, the activation process, and question and answer session will be held. Parent activation codes which are necessary to create the parent account will be distributed. In order to maintain proper security, activation codes must be picked up in person. They will begin distributing the activation codes at 7:00 p.m. for those who are not able to stay for the 8:00 p.m. Edline presentation. Handouts will also be made available. Students will receive their own activation codes the following week.
For those who are not able to attend Thursday night’s presentation, the activation code may be picked up, in person, beginning Tuesday, January 16th in the high school guidance office from 7:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Additional after hour opportunities for parents to pick up their activation codes are being planned. Please refer to the district’s web page, www.mnsd.net, for further information.
"We are excited by this new opportunity and look forward to increased and improved communication between teachers, parents, and students", said Mr. John Sanville, MNHS Principal.
Kindergarten Registration Scheduled for January 16 & 17, 2007
January 3, 2007 — Kindergarten registration for the Marple Newtown School District will be held at all elementary buildings on the following dates: Tuesday, January 16 th from 6:00-8:00 P.M. and Wednesday, January 17 th from 9:30 to 3:00 P.M.
Children who will be five years old before the first day of school are eligible and should be registered at their neighborhood school. (Historically, the first day of school has been the day after Labor Day). Placement in kindergarten is on a first-come, first-served basis. Late registrants may be scheduled to attend other district elementary schools where there are openings.
Parents may not register their children without the following:
- Proof of immunization - including 4 or more DPT (with the fourth one on or after the 4 th birthday); 3 Polio; 2 Measles, 1 Mumps, and 1 Rubella (preferably given as 2 MMR, with the first one given after 12 months of age); the 3 shot series of Hepatitis B; and the date of Chicken Pox disease, or the Varivax vaccine.
- The child’s Birth Certificate or Passport or Baptismal Certificate
- Proof of residence in Marple or Newtown Township. Residency may be demonstrated by presenting a deed (or an agreement of sale) or a lease, and three other forms of identification including current utility and cable bills. No other documents will be accepted.
- Valid Drivers License
We will provide a Kindergarten Information Kit for each new kindergarten student and parent as we welcome our new students to the Marple Newtown School District.
Student Outreach
December 22, 2006 —Student artists at Marple Newtown High School along with their teacher Karen Can, designed and painted this tag on the outside of a shipping container stocked with a water purifying system being sent to Kwang Village in Nigeria.
The Broomall Rotary Club and Madsens Kitchens & Bath built this water system and the MNHS Interact Club raised $1,615.00 to support the project. J.J.Smith, an Interact Junior class representative, Dave Smith and Tim Dempsey, Interact members, helped the Rotarians load medical supplies into the trailer. Mollie Fahnestock is the MHNS Interact Volunteer Faculty Sponsor.
The students at the high school did a wonderful job supporting the Broomall Rotary Club in their efforts to raise the standard of living for people in Kwang Village, Nigeria.
To see more information on the Water’s of Life Project log onto the Broomall Rotary Club website: www.rotary7450.org/Broomall/
Public Notice — Preliminary Budget Adoption
December 19, 2006 — The Marple Newtown Board of School Directors intends to adopt its 2007-2008 Preliminary Budget on January 23, 2007. The Preliminary Budget for 2007-2008 is available for public inspection in the Business Office of the Marple Newtown School District, 38 Media Line Road, Suite 204, Newtown Square, PA, all schools, the local libraries, municipal buildings, the post offices and for download here. Said preliminary budget will be presented to the Board of School Directors for adoption at a public meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at 7:30 PM prevailing time, in the Board Room of the Gauntlett Center, 40 Media Line Road, Newtown Square, PA.
2006 Mary Ryan Memorial Essay Contest Winner
November 17, 2006 — Chad Edmonds, a sophomore at Marple Newtown High School, was awarded first prize in the high school division of the 2006 Mary Ryan Memorial Essay Contest sponsored by the U.S. Veterans Legacy Project in Media, PA. This year's essay contest theme was "Medics - Unsung Heroes in the Fight for Freedom."
Chad received a $100 cash prize, marched in the 47 th Annual Delaware County Veterans Day Parade on Saturday November 11, 2006 and read his essay during the ceremonies at the Media Courthouse.
"My student teacher, Mr. Travis Klabon from West Chester University, encouraged the class to participate in the contest", said Mr. Michael Karpyn, MNHS History teacher. " Chad's work was excellent, and Mr. Klabon and I are both pleased to see such a fine effort recognized by the Veterans Legacy Project."
SPECIAL MEETING of Board of School Directors
September 27, 2006 — The Board of School Directors will meet on Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Gauntlett Center, West Chester Pike and Media Line Road, Newtown Square, PA for the purpose of interviewing applicants and selecting a candidate to fill the School Board vacancy created by the resignation of Mr. Michael Young. The public is invited to attend. Candidates should submit a letter of interest and a resume to: Mrs. Merle Horowitz, Superintendent, 40 Media Line Road, Newtown Square, PA 19073; Or via email to rwallin@mnsd.org; Or by fax to 610-723-3340
Marple Newtown School District welcomes 3 new Administrators.
September 5, 2006 — Ms. Victoria Teti joins Loomis Elementary School as Principal. Ms. Teti is entering her 18 th year in education and comes to us from the West Chester Area School District where she held the position of Assistant Principal at both Fugett Middle School and East High School. She spent 14 years in the Upper Darby School District. She served as Principal at Primos Elementary School, Assistant Principal, Lead Teacher and taught special education at Beverly Hills Middle School.
Ms. Teti received her Bachelor's Degree in Special Education from West Chester University and a Masters Degree in Educational Leadership from St. Joseph's University.
“I am very excited to be in Marple Newtown. I am fortunate to have experience at all three levels but I am thrilled to be back in elementary school”, said Ms. Teti.
She enjoys traveling, reading, and is an avid golfer.
Ms. Christine White joins Marple Newtown High School as Assistant Principal. Ms. White comes to us from Upper Darby High School where she was Director of the Freshman Academy and Social Studies Department Head. There, she created Freshman Orientation Day, developed a spirit incentive program and exclusive programming for the freshman at the start of school. Ms. White also taught at the Delaware County Christian School. Ms. White has vast coaching experience in softball and field hockey.
Ms. White received her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Secondary Education from Eastern University, and a Masters of Education from Widener.
Ms. White wants to bring an orientation and transition focus to the high school. She is looking forward to working with the faculty, students and administration. “Everything I have done has prepared me for this position”, said Ms. White.
Ms. White was instrumental in the MNHS Freshman Orientation event held on August 23rd. Over ½ of the Class of 2010 came out for this special program. Hosts for the festivities were 25 upper-class Tiger Guides and 50 orange and black clad Faculty and Staff. New students and their parents met key personnel, went on tours of the building, and enjoyed a pizza lunch together.
Ms. Eileen Bellew joins Marple Newtown School District as Director of Food Services. Ms. Bellew comes to us from the Coatesville Area School District where she was Supervisor, Child Nutrition Program, Benner Educational Service Center. Some of her responsibilities included increasing nutritional value of the school meals to comply with USDA federal regulations and evaluating new products to determine student acceptability. Ms. Bellew worked in the Southeast Delco School District as Director of Food & Nutrition Service. She also worked as a nutritionist with the Delaware County WIC Program. Ms. Bellew is a registered dietician.
Ms. Bellew received both her Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics and a Master of Arts in Nutrition Education from Immaculata University.
“With the help of the Wellness Policy, we as a community, become more cognizant of what our children are consuming. I feel we need to give our students choices and empower them to make good decisions. Just as students choose to do homework or not do homework, they have the choice to eat a vegetable or not eat a vegetable. Our job is to help them understand what good choices are. With a positive school environment, good nutrition messages, the help of parents and community, we can encourage them to make the right choices.
Also, I feel that to empower a student, a morning meal must be consumed. Studies prove a direct correlation between breakfast and good school grades. Tufts University conducted a study that showed an increase in test scores, less absenteeism, and less visits to the nurse when children ate a morning meal. I would encourage everyone, including parents, teachers, and staff to eat breakfast. Set the example!” said Ms. Bellew.
“I am delighted with the enthusiasm our new administrators bring to the district”, said Merle Horowitz, Superintendent of Schools.
Tax Study Commission Meetings Scheduled
August 25, 2006 — The Local Tax Study Commission has scheduled meetings for the purpose of studying financial and demographic data in order to make recommendations to the Board of School Directors on the tax rate to be included on the May 2007 front-end referendum question, shifting taxes from real estate to income-based taxes. The meetings will be held Wednesday, September 20, Wednesday, October 18, Wednesday, November 15, and Wednesday, December 13, all at 7:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the Gauntlett Center, West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, Pa. Interested public is invited and encouraged to attend.
Tax Study Commission
The Marple Newtown School District is seeking volunteers to participate on the Tax Study Commission as required by Act 1. The purpose of this commission is to study financial and demographic data and to make a recommendtion to the School Board on the tax rate to be included on the May 2007 front-end referendum question shifting taxes from Real Estate taxes to Income taxes. Please submit a statement of interest as to why you wish to serve on this commission to the Superintendent - Marple Newtown School District, 40 Media Line Road, Suite 209, Newtown Square, PA 19073.
The Marple Newtown School District is also seeking special counsel and a financial advisor to assist the Tax Study Commission. Qualified individuals or firms should submit a statement of interest and professional qualifications to the address listed. The deadline for all submissions is August 1, 2006.
For information about Act 1, please see the attached article written by Kegel, Kelin, Almy and Grimm, LLP.
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