Education Notes (2/12/14)
School faculty and staff take part in fundraiser
Lehigh Acres Middle School recently participated in Lehigh Middle School Night at McDonald’s as a fundraiser.
Administrators, faculty and staff manned the order lines, served food, handled the fast food lanes and other duties at the restaurant on Homestead Road.
Ekenta makes dean’s list at Washington and Lee
Onyebuchi Ekenta, of Lehigh Acres, a member of the class of 2015 at Washington and Lee University, has earned dean’s list status for the 2013 winter term.
Dean’s list status at Washington and Lee represents a term grade-average of at least 3.4 on a 4.0 scale.
Local students receive chance to attend college
Take Stock in Children is a statewide scholarship program for at-risk students that provides an opportunity for students from low-income homes to escape the cycle of poverty through education.
The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools is the local administrator of the program.
Students sign a contract to maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA in high school; stay crime and drug free; and meet with their mentor regularly. When they graduate, they are guaranteed a four-year tuition scholarship to college.
Students may apply in sixth grade or ninth grades. The applications are reviewed by a committee and ranked, based on criteria.
Forty-six students were accepted into the program this year. Among those accepted were the following:
– Renu Asrafuzzaman, of Lehigh Acres Middle School
– Nitchma Coulanges, of Lehigh Senior High School
– Alexxius Crawford, of Lehigh Senior High School
– Jada Crespo, of Lehigh Senior High School
– Shayra Delgado, of Lehigh Senior High School
– Samaya Herard, of Harns Marsh Middle School
– Valerie Joinis, of Lehigh Senior High School
– Benjamin Mekelski, of Lehigh Acres Middle School
– Aaliyah Richlen, of Lehigh Senior High School
– Morgan Wozniak, of Lehigh Senior High School
Mentors are still needed to help with the Take Stock in Children and Student Advocacy and Mentoring Partnership programs.
Mentors meet with students at school each week or every other week for about 45 minutes during school hours. Mentor training and on-going support is provided.
For information on becoming a mentor, contact jami@leeschoolfoundation.org or call (239) 337.0433.
Applications for high school programs due
Parents who wish to enroll their child in a specialized high school program must submit their application to the school hosting the program before Feb. 14.
District high schools offer students specialized academic and career opportunities designed to enhance the learning experience. The programs include International Baccalaureate, Center for the Arts and Cambridge-AICE programs.
In addition to submitting an application to a special program, families must submit an application for a zone school assignment in case entrance criteria for the specialized program is not met.
Zone school applications are accepted at all three of the district’s Student Assignment offices.
To explore program options or for information on the student enrollment process, visit online at: www.leeschools.net.
Nominations open for Kohl’s scholarships
Kohl’s Department Stores will take nominations for outstanding volunteers for the 2014 Kohl’s Cares Scholarship Program.
Nominations for children ages 6-18 will be taken online at: kohlskids.com through March 14, and nominators must be 21 years or older.
Kohl’s will award nearly $400,000 in scholarships and prizes to more than 2,300 youths for making a positive impact on their communities.
To learn more, visit online at: kohlskids.com.
Circles of Care early childhood education conference scheduled
Child Care of Southwest Florida invites early childhood educators and caregivers to Circles of Care, a conference designed to inform and inspire those who work with children from infancy to elementary.
The 19th annual conference will be held April 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. at Edison State College in Fort Myers.
Presentations, age-specific workshops, hands-on experiences and exhibits will provide information and resources to teachers, administrators, paraprofessionals, family-care providers and parents.
Keynote speaker Ron Mohl will share teaching methods with STEAM (science, technology, engineering, the arts and math).
Up to .65 continuing education credits will be available.
Advance cost is $40 per person; admission at the door is $55.
For information, call (239) 278-1002 or log onto: www.ccswfl.org.
General Woman’s Club to award scholarships
The General Woman’s Club of Lehigh Acres will award $500 scholarships to single parents with minor children living at home.
The applicant must be enrolled in continuing education classes at an accredited college, university or technical school, and they must be a resident of Lehigh Acres.
There is no pre-printed application form; mail the following to Mrs. Diane A. Lashua, Scholarship Chairman, 123 Sebring Circle, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936:
– Send proof of Lehigh Acres residence, like a utility bill or rent receipt
– Supply street address and contact telephone number (P.O Boxes will be not accepted)
– Name of college, university or technical school enrolled in
– Brief biography that includes area of study
Applications must be received by April 20.
Awards will be issued May 16.
For information, e-mail ashuad@comcast.net or call (412) 708-0422.
Education Notes (2/12/14)
School faculty and staff take part in fundraiser
Lehigh Acres Middle School recently participated in Lehigh Middle School Night at McDonald’s as a fundraiser.
Administrators, faculty and staff manned the order lines, served food, handled the fast food lanes and other duties at the restaurant on Homestead Road.
Ekenta makes dean’s list at Washington and Lee
Onyebuchi Ekenta, of Lehigh Acres, a member of the class of 2015 at Washington and Lee University, has earned dean’s list status for the 2013 winter term.
Dean’s list status at Washington and Lee represents a term grade-average of at least 3.4 on a 4.0 scale.
Local students receive chance to attend college
Take Stock in Children is a statewide scholarship program for at-risk students that provides an opportunity for students from low-income homes to escape the cycle of poverty through education.
The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools is the local administrator of the program.
Students sign a contract to maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA in high school; stay crime and drug free; and meet with their mentor regularly. When they graduate, they are guaranteed a four-year tuition scholarship to college.
Students may apply in sixth grade or ninth grades. The applications are reviewed by a committee and ranked, based on criteria.
Forty-six students were accepted into the program this year. Among those accepted were the following:
– Renu Asrafuzzaman, of Lehigh Acres Middle School
– Nitchma Coulanges, of Lehigh Senior High School
– Alexxius Crawford, of Lehigh Senior High School
– Jada Crespo, of Lehigh Senior High School
– Shayra Delgado, of Lehigh Senior High School
– Samaya Herard, of Harns Marsh Middle School
– Valerie Joinis, of Lehigh Senior High School
– Benjamin Mekelski, of Lehigh Acres Middle School
– Aaliyah Richlen, of Lehigh Senior High School
– Morgan Wozniak, of Lehigh Senior High School
Mentors are still needed to help with the Take Stock in Children and Student Advocacy and Mentoring Partnership programs.
Mentors meet with students at school each week or every other week for about 45 minutes during school hours. Mentor training and on-going support is provided.
For information on becoming a mentor, contact jami@leeschoolfoundation.org or call (239) 337.0433.
Applications for high school programs due
Parents who wish to enroll their child in a specialized high school program must submit their application to the school hosting the program before Feb. 14.
District high schools offer students specialized academic and career opportunities designed to enhance the learning experience. The programs include International Baccalaureate, Center for the Arts and Cambridge-AICE programs.
In addition to submitting an application to a special program, families must submit an application for a zone school assignment in case entrance criteria for the specialized program is not met.
Zone school applications are accepted at all three of the district’s Student Assignment offices.
To explore program options or for information on the student enrollment process, visit online at: www.leeschools.net.
Nominations open for Kohl’s scholarships
Kohl’s Department Stores will take nominations for outstanding volunteers for the 2014 Kohl’s Cares Scholarship Program.
Nominations for children ages 6-18 will be taken online at: kohlskids.com through March 14, and nominators must be 21 years or older.
Kohl’s will award nearly $400,000 in scholarships and prizes to more than 2,300 youths for making a positive impact on their communities.
To learn more, visit online at: kohlskids.com.
Circles of Care early childhood education conference scheduled
Child Care of Southwest Florida invites early childhood educators and caregivers to Circles of Care, a conference designed to inform and inspire those who work with children from infancy to elementary.
The 19th annual conference will be held April 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. at Edison State College in Fort Myers.
Presentations, age-specific workshops, hands-on experiences and exhibits will provide information and resources to teachers, administrators, paraprofessionals, family-care providers and parents.
Keynote speaker Ron Mohl will share teaching methods with STEAM (science, technology, engineering, the arts and math).
Up to .65 continuing education credits will be available.
Advance cost is $40 per person; admission at the door is $55.
For information, call (239) 278-1002 or log onto: www.ccswfl.org.
General Woman’s Club to award scholarships
The General Woman’s Club of Lehigh Acres will award $500 scholarships to single parents with minor children living at home.
The applicant must be enrolled in continuing education classes at an accredited college, university or technical school, and they must be a resident of Lehigh Acres.
There is no pre-printed application form; mail the following to Mrs. Diane A. Lashua, Scholarship Chairman, 123 Sebring Circle, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936:
– Send proof of Lehigh Acres residence, like a utility bill or rent receipt
– Supply street address and contact telephone number (P.O Boxes will be not accepted)
– Name of college, university or technical school enrolled in
– Brief biography that includes area of study
Applications must be received by April 20.
Awards will be issued May 16.
For information, e-mail ashuad@comcast.net or call (412) 708-0422.
Education Notes (2/12/14)
School faculty and staff take part in fundraiser
Lehigh Acres Middle School recently participated in Lehigh Middle School Night at McDonald’s as a fundraiser.
Administrators, faculty and staff manned the order lines, served food, handled the fast food lanes and other duties at the restaurant on Homestead Road.
Ekenta makes dean’s list at Washington and Lee
Onyebuchi Ekenta, of Lehigh Acres, a member of the class of 2015 at Washington and Lee University, has earned dean’s list status for the 2013 winter term.
Dean’s list status at Washington and Lee represents a term grade-average of at least 3.4 on a 4.0 scale.
Local students receive chance to attend college
Take Stock in Children is a statewide scholarship program for at-risk students that provides an opportunity for students from low-income homes to escape the cycle of poverty through education.
The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools is the local administrator of the program.
Students sign a contract to maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA in high school; stay crime and drug free; and meet with their mentor regularly. When they graduate, they are guaranteed a four-year tuition scholarship to college.
Students may apply in sixth grade or ninth grades. The applications are reviewed by a committee and ranked, based on criteria.
Forty-six students were accepted into the program this year. Among those accepted were the following:
– Renu Asrafuzzaman, of Lehigh Acres Middle School
– Nitchma Coulanges, of Lehigh Senior High School
– Alexxius Crawford, of Lehigh Senior High School
– Jada Crespo, of Lehigh Senior High School
– Shayra Delgado, of Lehigh Senior High School
– Samaya Herard, of Harns Marsh Middle School
– Valerie Joinis, of Lehigh Senior High School
– Benjamin Mekelski, of Lehigh Acres Middle School
– Aaliyah Richlen, of Lehigh Senior High School
– Morgan Wozniak, of Lehigh Senior High School
Mentors are still needed to help with the Take Stock in Children and Student Advocacy and Mentoring Partnership programs.
Mentors meet with students at school each week or every other week for about 45 minutes during school hours. Mentor training and on-going support is provided.
For information on becoming a mentor, contact jami@leeschoolfoundation.org or call (239) 337.0433.
Applications for high school programs due
Parents who wish to enroll their child in a specialized high school program must submit their application to the school hosting the program before Feb. 14.
District high schools offer students specialized academic and career opportunities designed to enhance the learning experience. The programs include International Baccalaureate, Center for the Arts and Cambridge-AICE programs.
In addition to submitting an application to a special program, families must submit an application for a zone school assignment in case entrance criteria for the specialized program is not met.
Zone school applications are accepted at all three of the district’s Student Assignment offices.
To explore program options or for information on the student enrollment process, visit online at: www.leeschools.net.
Nominations open for Kohl’s scholarships
Kohl’s Department Stores will take nominations for outstanding volunteers for the 2014 Kohl’s Cares Scholarship Program.
Nominations for children ages 6-18 will be taken online at: kohlskids.com through March 14, and nominators must be 21 years or older.
Kohl’s will award nearly $400,000 in scholarships and prizes to more than 2,300 youths for making a positive impact on their communities.
To learn more, visit online at: kohlskids.com.
Circles of Care early childhood education conference scheduled
Child Care of Southwest Florida invites early childhood educators and caregivers to Circles of Care, a conference designed to inform and inspire those who work with children from infancy to elementary.
The 19th annual conference will be held April 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. at Edison State College in Fort Myers.
Presentations, age-specific workshops, hands-on experiences and exhibits will provide information and resources to teachers, administrators, paraprofessionals, family-care providers and parents.
Keynote speaker Ron Mohl will share teaching methods with STEAM (science, technology, engineering, the arts and math).
Up to .65 continuing education credits will be available.
Advance cost is $40 per person; admission at the door is $55.
For information, call (239) 278-1002 or log onto: www.ccswfl.org.
General Woman’s Club to award scholarships
The General Woman’s Club of Lehigh Acres will award $500 scholarships to single parents with minor children living at home.
The applicant must be enrolled in continuing education classes at an accredited college, university or technical school, and they must be a resident of Lehigh Acres.
There is no pre-printed application form; mail the following to Mrs. Diane A. Lashua, Scholarship Chairman, 123 Sebring Circle, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936:
– Send proof of Lehigh Acres residence, like a utility bill or rent receipt
– Supply street address and contact telephone number (P.O Boxes will be not accepted)
– Name of college, university or technical school enrolled in
– Brief biography that includes area of study
Applications must be received by April 20.
Awards will be issued May 16.
For information, e-mail ashuad@comcast.net or call (412) 708-0422.