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  • Gloucester Schooner Festival scholarship taking applications

    Gloucester Schooner Festival scholarship taking applications

    Corryn Ulrich, who grew up in Gloucester, graduated from Massachusetts Maritime Academy and has joined the U.S. Coast Guard.

    Along the way, in 2017, she applied for the city’s Schooner Festival Committee scholarship, now named in honor of Russ Smith, an award she won for three consecutive years, which helped with her educational expenses.

    Since 2012, the Gloucester Schooner Festival Committee has given a portion of its funds raised to this scholarship to help provide Cape Ann youth with opportunities to explore and develop maritime skills.

    Ralph “Russ” Smith, a longtime member of the festival’s Steering Committee, helped develop the scholarship fund by securing a seed grant from the Gerondelis Foundation in honor of Barbara Smith. He wanted to support the broader “ripple effect” of educational opportunities for youth.

    When Russ Smith died in 2021, the Gloucester Schooner Festival Committee renamed the award in his honor.

    “Reinvestment with another grant from the Gerondelis Foundation in honor of Russ along with donations from the community have kept his legacy alive,” said Michael De Koster, executive director at Maritime Gloucester. “With the 40th anniversary of the Gloucester Schooner Festival approaching, it’s important to reflect on the cultural and historic relevance of this unique maritime celebration and we want to support the next generation of mariners.”

    Applications are being accepted for the Russ Smith Youth Scholarship for Maritime Education through March 15. The scholarship is for Cape Ann youth seeking continuing education or a career in any maritime field. Awards range from $500 to $2,000. Applications are based solely on letters that explain the applicant’s need and express the applicant’s motivation for a future career or training in maritime industries.

    Inquiries and essays may be sent to info@maritimegloucester.org. Past recipients have participated in programs such as the Gloucester Museum School Project Adventure Summer Camp, Gloucester High School Sailing Program and maritime academies.

    In a letter of appreciation for her first scholarship when she was a freshman, Ulrich wrote: “I have learned that overcoming challenges (whether it’s waking up at 5 a.m. for cleaning stations, or standing Admiral’s inspections) is certainly worth the struggle. I acquired a new outlook on life and see myself as a more resilient person than I was before.”

    Last year, Daniel O’Leary, now in his second year of studies at Maine Maritime Academy, said the scholarship helped cover the expense of completing his summer sea term aboard the 500-foot vessel State of Maine last summer. He traveled to Azores, Spain, Germany and Ireland. He called this a “once in a lifetime opportunity,” which also enabled him to participate in a wreath-laying ceremony in Vigo, Spain, in honor of Magellan’s monumental circumnavigation of the globe, a cultural experience that he said he will never forget, according to a scholarship press release.

    The scholarship will be awarded April 11 at the annual Gloucester Schooner Festival kickoff event and fundraiser at the Gloucester House Pub; event tickets sales to be announced soon.

    De Koster noted that the Gloucester Schooner Festival supports another educational initiative with its Maritime Gloucester’s Mariner Apprenticeship program, which provides aspiring mariners with commercial-vessel experience during which they learn skills that will benefit them in a career at sea. These cadets become competent vessel operators and work toward obtaining a Coast Guard license.

    “Maritime Gloucester is proud that to date, three captains have graduated from this program and three more are set to attain their licenses this spring,” he said.

    For more information about the 40th Gloucester Schooner Festival, the scholarship or other programs, visit MaritimeGloucester.org.

    Gail McCarthy can be reached at 978-675-2706, or at gmccarthy@gloucestertimes.com.

    By Gail McCarthy | Staff Writer

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  • Beauport Ambulance unveils new training center and course

    Beauport Ambulance unveils new training center and course

    Amid a national shortage of emergency medical technicians and a need for training here on Cape Ann, Beauport Ambulance Service Inc. has begun providing EMT basic training at a new training center at its office at 19 Pond Road in Gloucester.

    Signups are ongoing for the upcoming course that begins April 3.

    According to John R. Morris, the company’s president, this is the only EMT program being taught and offered on Cape Ann. The closest EMT basic course to Cape Ann other than the one now being offered by Beauport is being taught in Danvers. Morris said Beauport is trying to build a local pool of EMTs.

    The company, whose motto is “A Local Service By Local People,” said in a statement the private ambulance service has expanded “to initial education for EMT Basics, in the hopes of making Emergency Medical Technician training accessible to the locals in the Cape Ann area.”

    In October, the Beauport Ambulance Service Training Center opened its doors to its first Emergency Medical Technician course. The company said “its students have been thriving.”

    The program is a 144-hour course incorporating lectures and hands-on skills practice.

    Courses are tentatively planned to run three times a year, and each class can take up to 20 students.

    Classes take place outside of normal business hours to accommodate non-traditional learners.

    At the completion of the course and licensing testing, students will be prepared to enter the rapidly growing field of emergency medical services, the company said.

    The program is being taught by the facility’s two instructor coordinators, Sean Rock, an EMT-Basic with seven years of experience in the field as an emergency medical dispatcher, and Samantha Clark, a paramedic with nearly 15 years of field experience in multiple states.

    The training center also exposes students to its many seasoned providers who are willing to come in and assist students with practicing their skills, the company said.

    The current class ends March 2, and Beauport will be accepting interest in its upcoming course that begins on April 3. Classes typically run Wednesdays from 6 to 10 p.m. and Saturdays 8 a.m. to noon.

    Those who are interested in the course or who have questions can reach out to Beauport Ambulance Service’s education coordinator at sclark@beauportambulanceservice.com.

    Ethan Forman may be contacted at 978-675-2714, or at eforman@gloucestertimes.com.





    By Ethan Forman | Staff Writer

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  • Londonderry’s warrant articles to be finalized at Friday night and Saturday morning deliberative sessions

    Londonderry’s warrant articles to be finalized at Friday night and Saturday morning deliberative sessions


    LONDONDERRY — With the deliberative sessions in Londonderry coming up, there are some specific items that warrant attention.

    Londonderry’s deliberative session is split into two separate sessions, both at Londonderry High School, 295 Mammoth Road. The school board will be meeting Friday, Feb. 9 at 7 p.m. and the town deliberative session will be at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 10.

    Between the two deliberative sessions, a total of 34 warrant articles that will be discussed.

    The school district’s most pressing matters are the Moose Hill Building’s addition and renovation warrant articles.

    Article 2 asks the town to authorize $23.1 million to design and construct additions and renovations to Moose Hill School. It also would authorize the School Board to apply for and accept any federal or state aid available for the project. The article was supported unanimously by the School Board and supported 6-1 by the Budget Committee.

    Article 3 would only be applicable if Article 2 passed. It would be for the district to raise $11.1 million for the creation of an all-day kindergarten program. This would include outfitting additional classrooms for kindergarten and creating more programming. The article was supported 4-1 by the School Board, and supported 4-3 by the Budget Committee.

    These two articles are meant to address the current overcrowding at Moose Hill School. In addition to a lack of classrooms, Londonderry is one of a handful of towns in New Hampshire not offering all-day kindergarten.

    On the town side, Article 2 would be an amendment to the town charter that would change how the town fills its treasurer position.

    If Article 2 passes, the position would be filled each year by the Town Council with a recommendation from the town manager. If it doesn’t pass, it would continue to be an elected position with a three-year term.

    The Town Council recommended approval 4-1, but the budget committee voted against it by a 4-3 vote. This article would require no money to be raised and would have no impact on taxes paid in town.

    Article 3 would authorize a loan for a water extension project to High Range Road. The total amount needed to fund the project is $25.8 million, but through funds from different sources, the town would need to raise a total of $215,000.

    The town would receive $20.8 million from sources including the state, the Department of Environmental Services, and others. An additional $2 million would come from the American Rescue Plan Act, and a final $2.9 million would come from the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services. This project was unanimously recommended by both the Town Council and the Budget Committee.



    By Katelyn Sahagian | ksahagian@northofboston.com

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  • No shorter jail sentence for marijuana trafficker Masecchia – Medical Marijuana Program Connection

    No shorter jail sentence for marijuana trafficker Masecchia – Medical Marijuana Program Connection

    A judge has rejected a request for a shorter prison sentence from a former schoolteacher who admitted receiving help from a federal agent, Joseph Bongiovanni, in trafficking marijuana into Buffalo and its suburbs.






    Michael Masecchia, left, walks out of federal court accompanied by his lawyer, Patrick Brown, after being sentenced to 7 years in prison for trafficking marijuana. 

    Michael Masecchia, who in May 2022 was sentenced to seven years in prison, recently wrote the federal court in Buffalo seeking a retroactive sentence reduction and a court-appointed lawyer to help him make his case for the reduction.

    Masecchia based his request on sweeping changes to sentencing guidelines by the U.S. Sentencing Commission that took effect in November.

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  • Gift Guide 2023: Ways to give back this holiday season

    Gift Guide 2023: Ways to give back this holiday season

    It’s been a tough year and many families are feeling the pinch. Why not gift something to someone that makes a bigger impact? Here are some unique ways to give back to others this holiday season.

    For 23 years now, the Montreal Science Centre’s Foundation’s mission has been crucial: to help future generations discover, understand, and appropriate science and technology to build their future. To continue its work, the Foundation relies on donations from both companies and individuals alike. Over 90% of the funds raised annually by the Foundation are reinvested in the financing and development of permanent exhibitions and school programs at the Montréal Science Centre. They offer free tickets to school groups and organizations in underprivileged areas. For the 2023-24 school year, over 4,000 tickets have already been distributed, allowing more than 1,000 special needs students to experience their Science Centre on the Road program in their classrooms.

    As the holiday season approaches, the Montreal SPCA has gift ideas on the shared theme of solidarity with animals. You can help animals in need by purchasing children’s books, a calendar for the whole family, and clothing featuring their star rescue dog, Angie. Your donation could also be matched, in honour of a loved one. “2023 has been a busy year!” said Laurence Massé, executive director of the Montreal SPCA, in a media release. “We rescued animals affected by forest fires, found creative ways of responding to rising numbers of abandoned animals and conducted large-scale public awareness campaigns. From January through October, 12,070 animals came through our shelter and benefited from one of our programs.” 

    This year’s Collectible Starlight Bear comes just in time for the giving season. In partnership with Toys”R”Us Canada, Starlight Children’s Foundation Canada recently introduced Speedy, the 15th Anniversary Collectible Starlight Bear, which was designed, from the ears to the paws, by 6-year-old Christopher, who was born with arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC). Speedy was inspired by Christopher’s love for race cars and Drive For Smiles – one of his favourite Starlight Canada events where he rides in super cool cars! Knowing that strength can be found in our uniqueness, the rainbow tie represents acceptance of all. Speedy’s dangly limbs symbolize Christopher’s own arms and leg being stuck in extension at birth, while the bright blue eyes are representative of AMC awareness. Proceeds from the sale of Speedy will help Starlight Canada continue to brighten the lives of seriously ill children and their families, just like Christopher’s. You can purchase Speedy at any Toys”R”Us Canada or Babies”R”Us Canada store or online at toysrus.ca.

    As the holiday season approaches, Breakfast Club of Canada is launching its new Fuelling The Future with a nutritious breakfast campaign to highlight the importance of nourishing the potential of tomorrow’s adults, especially in a difficult current economic context. The campaign, which will also be broadcast across Rogers Sports & Media’s platforms as part of the ALL IN program, will run until December 31st. With the year drawing to a close, in Canada, one in three children is still at risk of going to school hungry. Demand and need for breakfast programs continue to grow, but for the time being, the Club will have to continue supporting existing programs due to the rising cost of food. To find out more about the campaign and donate, click here.

    – JC

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  • Supermom In Training: Parenting is SO MUCH more than when we were kids

    Supermom In Training: Parenting is SO MUCH more than when we were kids

    When I was a kid, birthday parties were as simple as some cupcakes and a game of Pin The Tail On The Donkey. There were no family calendars to keep track of all the school stuff, sports, appointments, and social gatherings. There weren’t umpteen “special days” in school for crazy hair, anti-bullying, etc. I really believe that parenting is a lot more work and organization than when I was a kid. I think our parents wouldn’t have put up with everything that it takes to be a parent today.

    Plus, many of our moms were stay-at-home moms. They used their days to keep up with the childcare, cleaning, cooking, and errands. It’s funny because with today’s crazy schedules, it seems like we need stay-at-home moms more today than ever before. But we have to work. Most households need two working parents. And that just adds to the to-dos and stress big time.

    Every few weeks I hit a wall and I’m just exhausted. My brain is mush. We take a day where we have cereal for dinner and I let the clean clothes sit in the dryer for two days. Because I need to recuperate.

    I have one kid and being his mom is most defintiely a full-time job. I don’t know how parents of multiple kids do it.

    I do what I can to stay on top of it all: I’m old-school so I have a paper agenda on my desk in my home office that’s filled with reminders, bills, and so on. We also have a big chalkboard calendar in our kitchen. My son’s hockey schedule is managed by an app. My son’s school communication is managed by another app. 

    We are all doing our best, even though it might not feel like it all the time (when things get forgotten or fall through the cracks… or when we have cereal for dinner). And doing our best is all we can do to stay on top of things. So be kind to yourself, give yourself a pass when things “mess up,” and here’s another friendly reminder: you have clothes in the dryer. 

    A full-time work-from-home mom, Jennifer Cox (our “Supermom in Training”) loves dabbling in healthy cooking, craft projects, family outings, and more, sharing with readers everything she knows about being an (almost) superhero mommy. 

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  • 6 Ways to get your child with autism ready for back to school

    6 Ways to get your child with autism ready for back to school

    It’s hard to believe that the end of summer is almost here. Most students will be heading back to school the end of this month or beginning of next, and for parents of children who have autism, the transition period is very challenging for kids and their parents. What can parents do to make the transition from summer vacation to school less painful? Here are 6 ways that have worked for our family.

    1)    Do a “countdown to school” on your family calendar: A few years ago when my son was REALLY anxious about back to school, a friend suggested me trying this as it helped both her boys with autism have a visual marker of when summer was ending and fall or school was beginning. We now use our wall calendar and with a crayon or pencil mark it off. You can also do this with an online program OR on a dry erase calendar. Give your child the option of crossing the day out in the countdown.

    2)    Visit the school by car and/or in person with your child: This is also a good technique for our visual children. If they see the school, even if only to drive by, this will help them start to prepare mentally for school. You could also see if you could go in and visit the school if administrations allows it and even meet the teacher. This takes out the element of surprise which leads to anxiety for kids with autism.

    3)    Take pictures of the school and child’s teacher (if you know it), and laminate in a ‘back-to-school’ booklet: This works really well for all children with anxiety on the spectrum. A friend of mine did a beautiful laminated book like this to prepare her son for his first day of kindergarten. It worked beautifully. You can easily take pictures, have it laminated at a store and put it your own words and child’s picture to personalize it.

    4)    If possible, do school supply shopping in advance with your child: At my son’s school, we get the school supply list along with the teacher’s name at the end of the school year. This is great as I am able to have mini conversations about school with my son and prepare him. We do the school supply shopping together too as this decreases anxiety in what will be coming.

    5)    Have them pack the school bag and label their supplies: This works if they are able to read and write. If not, they can still hand you things while you work and participate in packing their bags for school.

    6)    Start the school bedtime routine about a week in advance: Kids tend to get out of routine, like their parents, on summer holiday. As much as possible, try to slowly start putting back an earlier bedtime routine so that they are rested and well prepared for the first day of school.

    These are just some tips that can help with the anxiety and stress of the big transition back to a steady routine. As the person who knows your child the best, I’m sure you will also find your own little tips to help them get back into routine. Wishing you and your exceptional family a happy back-to-school! 

    – Joanne Giacomini

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  • Parenting 101: Get labelling for school now!

    Parenting 101: Get labelling for school now!

    Want to enjoy the last few weeks of summer without worrying about back to school prep? Parents know that to have a smooth transition into school this September, they need to be adequately prepared.

    Get that school supply shopping out of the way and get labeling with the personalized identification solutions from Colle à moi. You, my fellow parents, are just a few clicks from everything you need to identify their kids’ school supplies and personal items. Their labels are waterproof, hyper-durable, and colourful, and there are sets for kids of all ages, from kindergarten to high school. There are iron-on labels for fabric and clothing and self-adhesive labels for hard surfaces, in a variety of formats and sizes, perfect for identifying school supplies, clothes, and lunch accessories. They won’t come off in the dishwasher, the microwave, the washing machine, or the dryer. There are more than 30 collections hand-drawn by founder Annie Nadeau to choose from. Order before August 10th and receive the labels before the bell rings on the first day of school.

    The brand also just announced its new line of clever products, including a personalized ruler that measures up to back to school. It’s available in two options (Unicorn Princess and Dinos).

    – JC

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  • Parenting 101: Quick alternatives to screen time

    Parenting 101: Quick alternatives to screen time

    It can be hard to keep the kids away from screens, especially in summer when they have so much free time on their hands. Kids are constantly reaching for remotes and devices… and parents are constantly chiming, “No more!”

    So here are some quick alternatives to screen time. 

    Set up a craft table. Just as you have a homework station during the school year, it can be really handy to have an area stocked with paper, markers, scissors, glue, stickers, old magazines, etc. 

    Get outdoors. Start up a pick-up game of soccer or Frisbee, go on a family bike ride, plan a picnic, set up the sprinkler, throw some building toys (even simple spoons and bowls) into the yard or garden and get digging – fresh air always trumps being indoors.

    Go to the library. A quick trip to your local library can spark all kinds of interest in magazines, books, and more. Check out a kid’s cookbook and plan a family meal, or get a cool science experiment book for lots of exploration fun.

    Put the kids in change of an activity. Forget dictating to them what they should do in lieu of playing with electronics and instead out them in the driver’s seat and ask them to choose a family activity. You might be surprised by what they come up with.

    Create something from “trash.” Go through your recycling bin in search of items you can use to build a small playhouse, pirate ship or mechanic’s garage. Grab that bin of spare nuts and bolts from the garage and make your own robots. See which family member can get the most creative with their creations.

    Do something for others. Maybe you could make it a family project to roll those spare coins that have accumulating in that plastic bank in the closet, which could be given to a charity. Or you could start a canned food drive around your neighborhood. Build a little “take a book, leave a book” library outside your home for neighbours. Figure out a family project that will benefit others, and work on it together.

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  • Parenting 101: 6 Tips for a smooth transition to summer for your child with autism

    Parenting 101: 6 Tips for a smooth transition to summer for your child with autism

    As a parent, any parent, this week will be an exciting and challenging week. Kids are almost finished with school and are excited about this, yet it means a big transition from structured days to days with less structure, whether they are home, at summer camp or away in another country or vacation destination. For parents of kids with autism, this week is VERY difficult. Most of the kids are excited, but even with that, there is the loss of structure and a familiar routine. What’s a parent to do to ease the transition? Here are six tips you can use that can help your child.

    6 Tips for a Smooth Transition to summer for Your Child with Autism:

    1)    Talking about the school year winding down or showing pictograms: This is the first thing that I have done as a parent. When my son was nonverbal, I would show pictograms about what would be coming, and read books to him about summer vacation and what happens. As he got older and more verbal, we now have conversations about the end of the school year and what it means. The school will be doing this too of course, so try and find out the words your child’s teachers or aids use and go with that.

    2)    Draw on paper or dry erase board the plan for the last day of school and the first few weeks or more: What has also helped my son, has been drawing out with stick figures what will be happening on his first day of summer vacation and afterwards. Now that he is older he does the drawing. It helps with his anxiety (and mine). What parent doesn’t like to see their child happy?

    3)    Have a sensory diet in place: What helps your child to calm down? What helps center or make them comfortable in their body when the weather is hot, there is too much lighting, or too many people? We make sure my son has his trampoline, his swing, sensory massages or fidget toys, and thera putty to manipulate. This helps him focus, breathe and do better with unpredictability. Consult your OT for further help.

    4)    Count down to holiday with calendar: A friend of mine has been doing this for years, I just started. Put up a wall calendar (or do it on the tablet or computer), and have your child cross out another day to show them visually how far or close summer is.

    5)    Have your child meet with summer staff or people they will be with in advance: Most camps usually allow this, and if it is someone who will be at your home, have them meet your child. Also, give them a crash course on your child to ensure as smooth a transition as possible for both your child and their caregiver.

    6)    Prepare yourself for a few challenging weeks: My son’s father and I now have learned that the first few weeks of summer holiday are challenging. We prepare by strategizing together on ways to decrease our stress and our son’s, get enough sleep, and eat properly. This will give us all the best chance of success.

    Whatever you are planning to do this summer, I wish you much success with your transition to summer vacation.

    – Joanne Giacomini

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  • Supermom In Training: Homemade teacher appreciation gifts

    Supermom In Training: Homemade teacher appreciation gifts

    There’s no one I want to show more appreciation toward than my son’s teachers. All of them. The aids. The gym and music teachers. The volunteers.  Heck, we even made a thank-you gift for the janitor.

    And it doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. Homemade gifts show that you and your little one took the time to make something for them, and they can cost very little. Here are some quick ideas for homemade teacher appreciation gifts.

    Custom wine labels. Yep, I gave my kid’s teachers wine. Because they deserve a drink. They got wine at the holidays and are getting wine again. I made up quick labels that said “Thanks for helping our kid learn how to think, Now it’s time to have a drink.”

    We also made small pedicure kits for my son’s teacher and teacher’s aide. We bought items at the dollar store (a fun summer cup, nail file, polish, toe separators, etc.) and attached a small tag that says “Have a toe-tally awesome summer.”

    His music teacher is getting a small canvas where the bean painted some musical notes. Yes, they’re not to scale (pun intended), but they were created by him.

    For his two gym teachers, they’re getting mason jars filled with gumballs and a label that says “I had a ball in gym.” Just a small token to show our appreciation.

    And finally, the janitor. My son had his heart set on getting him a trophy, which we found a plastic one at the dollar store. Then we glued a tiny mop to it (from my old dollhouse), although we were going to just make one from a small skewer and some thread. The janitor seemed very touched.

    Don’t spend an arm and a leg. And do show your gratitude. Even a box or tin of homemade treats or cookies would surely brighten their days.

    A full-time work-from-home mom, Jennifer Cox (our “Supermom in Training”) loves dabbling in healthy cooking, craft projects, family outings, and more, sharing with readers everything she knows about being an (almost) superhero mommy.

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  • Mom of 6-year-old who shot VA teacher in court Monday – Medical Marijuana Program Connection

    Mom of 6-year-old who shot VA teacher in court Monday – Medical Marijuana Program Connection

    The mother of a 6-year-old boy who shot his teacher in Virginia is expected to plead guilty in federal court Monday to using marijuana while possessing a firearm, which is illegal under U.S. law.

    Deja Taylor is accused of lying about her marijuana use on a form when she bought the gun, which her son later used to shoot Abby Zwerner in her classroom. The first-grade teacher was seriously wounded and has endured multiple surgeries.






    Taylor 



    The federal case against Taylor is separate from the charges she faces on the state level: felony child neglect and reckless storage of a firearm. A trial for those counts is set for August.

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  • Substitute teacher charged with having pot in the classroom – Medical Marijuana Program Connection

    Substitute teacher charged with having pot in the classroom – Medical Marijuana Program Connection

    A substitute teacher at an Iredell County middle school was charged with having marijuana in the classroom, said Iredell Sheriff Darren Campbell.

    Thobani Viki, 30, of Fifth Street, Statesville, was charged with three misdemeanor counts, possession of marijuana, possession of marijuana paraphernalia and possession of a malt beverage on school property.






    These items were confiscated after an investigation into marijuana odor at Third Creek Middle School.



    A magistrate set bond at $10,000.

    Viki is on probation for DWI from Alexander County.

    Campbell said that on Monday, staff members at Third Creek Middle School noticed a strong odor of marijuana…

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  • Parenting 101: Support Indigenous youth with Have a Heart Day

    Parenting 101: Support Indigenous youth with Have a Heart Day

    This Valentine’s day, stand up for love and fairness by taking part in Have a Heart Day, an annual reconciliation event to ensure First Nations children get the same chance to grow up safely at home, get a good education, be healthy and be proud of who they are. 

    Celebrated annually, Have a Heart Day was started by children and educators in Ottawa in 2012 in response to learning about the case for First Nations kids at the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal (Tribunal). They wanted to take action to end discrimination and to show their support for First Nations kids and families

    While the government has made some progress since 2012 – due to a landmark ruling and legal orders for First Nations kids by the Tribunal in 2016 – more needs to be done to end inequalities in public services for First Nations children, youth, and families. 

    Here’s how you can join the movement: 

    • Send a Valentine’s Day card or letter explaining why Have a Heart Day is important to you to the Prime Minister and your Member of Parliament.Host your own Have a Heart Day gathering to raise awareness in your school or community. Choose a day leading up to Valentine’s Day that makes sense for your class or community. Download and edit a Have a Heart Day poster to use for your event. 

    • Spread the word and post photos of your Have a Heart Day letter or gathering on social media! Use the hashtag #HaveAHeartDay and/or #JourneeAyezUnCoeur. Be sure to tag and follow @CaringSociety and @SpiritBear on Twitter and @SpiritBearAndFriends on Instagram!

    • Bring reconciliation into the classroom to educate students. Do Project of Heart. For other great ideas, check out Spirit Bear’s free resources that can be taken up throughout the year. 

    – Jennifer Cox

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  • Dr. Tyrone Burton Spotlights Systemic Inequities in Education and Challenges Leaders in New Book

    Dr. Tyrone Burton Spotlights Systemic Inequities in Education and Challenges Leaders in New Book

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    updated: Oct 21, 2020


    ATLANTA, October 21, 2020 (Newswire.com)
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    Leader builder and Turnaround Titan Dr. Tyrone D. Burton shares a roadmap for overcoming the by-products of a failing educational system in The Reframing of American Education (Mynd Matters Publishing).

    With the impact of COVID-19 causing disruption to schools across the country, the implementation of virtual learning is expected to widen the achievement gap, opportunity gap, wealth gap, and the hope gap. Therefore, leaving more students and families undersupported, underserved, and undereducated.

    Based on in-depth research as well as first-hand experiences, The Reframing of American Education forces everyone from educators to politicians to consider why we inherently do the things we do as it relates to liberty and justice for all. Using the four-pronged approach of Humanistic, Political, Structural, and Symbolic Frames of Education, Dr. Burton challenges long-standing educational practices and policies, thereby serving as a clarion call to right the systemic wrongs that have been ingrained in our society, particularly, to those who have been lost, locked out, and, ultimately, left behind.

    Dr. Burton holds a bachelor’s degree in Instrumental and Vocal Music Education from Northeast Louisiana State University, a master’s degree in Educational Administration and Supervision from Louisiana State University, and a doctorate from Seton Hall University in Educational Leadership and Management Policy. He is the CEO of Passion-Driven Leadership and a turnaround specialist with the Rensselaerville Institute, an educational think tank based in Albany, New York.

    Published by Mynd Matters Publishing, The Reframing of American Education is available in print and ebook wherever books are sold. 

    Media Contact:
    Renita Bryant
    Phone: 888-833-2548
    Email: renita@myndmatterspublishing.com

    Source: Mynd Matters Publishing

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