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posted by: Bass, Joseph A at Aug 10, 2012 11:13:00 AM
Congratulations to Jose G., seventh grader at Neely’s Bend Middle School, for winning the American Idol vs. Vaccinations contest. Jose along with three additional guest will enjoy and evening of singing at the American Idol Live! contest, Sunday, Aug. 12, at Bridgestone Arena.
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posted by: Bass, Joseph A at Aug 06, 2012 3:58:00 PM
American Idol Live! tickets to be given to one vaccinated Metro Schools 7th grader
Diphtheria is a serious illness. Whooping Cough (Pertussis) claims young lives every year. Exposure to tetanus is common and can be debilitating, even fatal. Chicken Pox (varicella) hospitalizes hundreds of children annually. Tennessee law requires every 7th grader in the state to get fresh vaccines to protect against these health hazards before entering school.
These are all good reasons to be vaccinated and here’s one more: a vaccinated Metro Nashville Public Schools 7th grader will win four tickets to the American Idol Live! Tour at Bridgestone Arena Sunday, Aug. 12 at 7 p.m.
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Colton Dixon, DeAndre Brackensick, Elise Testone, Erika Van Pelt, Heejun Han, Hollie Cavanagh, Jessica Sanchez, Joshua Ledet, Phillip Phillips and Skylar Laine will appear in concert in the AMERICAN IDOL LIVE! Tour 2012.
The tickets will be given to a randomly selected 7th grade student with up-to-date vaccinations on a Tennessee Immunization Certificate or to a student who has a religious or medical exemption per Tennessee law. Seventh grade students are required to have a Tetanus-Diphtheria-Pertussis booster (Tdap), and a second dose of the Varicella vaccine (or physician confirmation of history of Varicella). Tennessee Child Care and School Immunization requirements are on the TDH website at: http://health.state.tn.us/TWIS/requirements.htm.
Families should submit students’ vaccination records to their schools by Thursday, Aug. 9, so their 7th graders will be eligible to win the concert tickets—and to attend classes without interruption. The winner will be notified on Friday.
Despite numerous efforts to inform families of the now 3-year-old requirement, Metro Schools’ preliminary counts indicate as many as 3,000 7th grade students started the year without the two additional vaccinations. Metro Health Department officials recommend parents take their children to their family's doctor or pediatrician for a well child exam along with the immunizations. The Health Department offers immunizations to anyone seeking the shots but wants to reach those without insurance, those who do not have a physician, and any child who has difficulty getting in to see a healthcare provider to get a required vaccine.
Immunizations are offered from 7:30 a.m. – 3 p.m., Monday through Friday at all three Metro Health Centers: East Health Center, 1015 East Trinity Lane; Woodbine Health Center, 224 Oriel Ave.; and Lentz Health Center, 311 23rd Ave. North. Parents are reminded to bring their child's immunization record with them to make sure shots are up to date.
For more information about children's immunizations, please call the Health Department at 340-5667, Monday – Friday. Information is also available online http://health.nashville.gov.
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posted by: Bass, Joseph A at Aug 01, 2012 3:04:00 PM
What a day! The first day of school in 2012-13 was a whirlwind for parents, educators, and everyone in or near a Metro school.
We had new schools opening (Cane Ridge Elementary, The Cohn School, The Academy at Opry Mills), others in new locations, and thousands of students coming to our schools for the first time.
At the end of the day (or half-day, if you like), things moved pretty smoothly, with one teacher even describing it as "the smoothest, most positive I can recall."
We went all over the city taking photos at several schools. Parents also sent in pictures of their children heading to school. They're all collected below in a Flickr slideshow.
Elsewhere online, parents, teachers, and the community were all a-buzz about the first day, sharing their experiences with us as the morning went on. We've collected them all together in a Storify story that includes several more pictures. Read the story here.
Thanks to everyone who made Day One such a success. The start of school is always a big day, and thanks to our wonderful families and community for helping out!
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posted by: Bass, Joseph A at Jul 31, 2012 8:58:00 AM
School starts Wednesday, August 1, and several of our schools are helping families prepare by holding open houses, orientations, meet & greets, and other events.
Below is a listing of some of these events in no particular order. If we're missing some, send us an email to let us know. We'll add it!
- JFK Middle Ice Cream Social - Sunday, July 29, 4:00-5:30 p.m.
- Hume-Fogg Freshman Orientation - Monday July 23 through Wednesday, July 25, 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. with a half-day on Thursday, July 26
- Hillsboro "Burro Beginnings" Freshman Orientation - Thursday, July 26 at 8:00 a.m.
- Overton Freshman Orientation - Monday, July 30 from 5:00-7:00 p.m.
- Meet & Greet for Cane Ridge Elementary Principal Donna Wilburn - Monday, July 23 at 6:30 p.m., Cane Ridge High School
- Meet & Greet for Antioch High School Principal Adrienne Battle-Koger - Tuesday, July 24 at 5:00 p.m.
- Pearl-Cohn Entertainment Magnet Freshman Firebird Orientation - Monday, July 30 at 6:00 p.m.
- Pearl-Cohn Academies of Entertainment Management and Communication orientation - Tuesday, July 31 at 6:00 p.m.
- West End IB World Middle School Parent & Student Orientation Nights
- 5th & 6th Grades - Wednesday, July 25, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
- 7th & 8th Grades - Thursday, July 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
- School-wide Open House - Wednesday, August 1, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
- Bellevue Middle School Orientation - Tuesday, July 24, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Church of Christ on Jackson Street
- 5th Grade Orientation - Sunday, July 29, 1:00-3:00 p.m. at Bellevue Middle School
- Schedule Pick-up - Wednesday, July 25 & Thursday, July 26 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00p.m. at Bellevue Middle School
- Mt. View Elementary Preview Night - July 31, 6:00-7:00 p.m. (Teacher assignments may be announced this night.)
- Eakin Elementary School Kindergarten Popsicle Party - Monday, July 30, 4:30-6:00 p.m.
- John Early Museum Magnet Middle New Student Orientation - Tuesday, July 31, 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Buses to run 2012-13 times and stops for transportation to John Early orientation
- Robert Churchwell Museum Magnet Elementary Family Orientation
- K-2 - Monday, July 30, 9:00 a.m. OR 5:30 p.m.
- 3-4 - Tuesday, July 31, 9:00 a.m. OR 5:30 p.m.
- Call 419-0509 by July 27 if you need transportation
- Bailey STEM Magnet Middle Parent & Scholar Welcome Night - Thursday, August 23 at 6:00 p.m.
- Granbery Elementary
- Kindergarten Parent Meeting - Monday, July 30 at 6:00 p.m.
- Open House for Grades 1 & 2 - Thursday, August 2, 5:30-6:30 p.m. - Parents Only
- Open House for Grades 3 & 4 - Thursday, August 2, 6:45-7:45 p.m. - Parents Only
- Hillwood High School Freshman Orientation - July 30, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
- Jere Baxter Middle School Open House - Tuesday, July 31, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
- Buena Vista Enhanced Option Elementary School Parent Orientation - Thursday, July 26 at 5:30 p.m.
- Croft Middle Design Center Orientation and Open House - Tuesday, July 31 at 5:00 p.m.
- Gra-Mar Middle School Student Orientation & Relationship Building - Thursday, August 2, 8:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m.
- Sylvan Park Elementary Welcome to Kindergarten Party - Tuesday, July 31 at 5:30 p.m.
- The Cohn School Open House - Thursday, August 23 at 6:00 p.m.
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posted by: Bass, Joseph A at Jul 17, 2012 9:55:00 AM
The PENCIL Foundation is gearing up for the August 1 start of school! LP PENCIL Box will open for teacher shopping starting July 31st, and everyone is busy collecting supplies to make sure every Metro teacher can stock their classrooms for FREE this school year!
Want to help out?
There are several ways to it. Hold a supply drive at your business. Donate gently used office supplies. Or you can even donate at several supply drives taking place this month!
Here are some BIG supply drives taking place now:
- Metro Government Supply Drive: Mayor Karl Dean launched a Metro-wide supply drive, which started July 9 and ends July 20. Metro departments that raise the most supplies will be recognized by Mayor Dean at a ceremony on July 30. Members of the public are encouraged to participate by donating school supplies at drop-off sites at any Nashville library, fire hall, police station and community center or at the MTA Music City Central transit station and the Nashville Farmers’ Market. We are looking forward to seeing all the Metro departments on Friday as they bring their donations! Read the press release.
- Kroger: Visit any Davidson County Kroger through August 5th and drop off supplies in their donation bins. You can visit their school supply section OR purchase a $6.00 supply kit to make it easy! Our friends at Kroger are even sending 30 volunteers to help sort and count supplies. Thanks again to Kroger for many years of support!
- McDonald's: Throughout the month of July, Davidson County McDonald's locations will also have supply drive bins. Your donation will also get you a free small McCafe drink! Many thanks to McDonald's for helping out again this year!
- Make a Cash Donation Online: The LP Pencil Box website has a simple donation form for you to use.
All supplies will be given to the LP Pencil Box, a non-profit "store" where Metro teachers can shop for free supplies for their students.
Thank you for supporting our students!
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posted by: Bass, Joseph A at Jul 16, 2012 3:05:00 PM
Students at Middle College High School are already earning college credits and attending school on a college campus. This year they'll be getting even more of the full college experience, starting school on August 13 and following the Nashville State Community College Academic Calendar.
"In addition to extending summer break," Principal Roderick Manuel says, "following the Nashville State Community College calendar will allow our students to have a more complete college experience and will give our students real breaks during the academic year."
Middle College students had huge college successes last year, with many earning associate degrees and general education certificates.
Read the full letter from Principal Manuel:
Dear Middle College Families:
I am writing with good news! As part of our efforts to create a college-going culture at Middle College, we will follow the Nashville State Community College calendar beginning with the 2012-13 school year. This means summer vacation is extended until Monday, August 13, 2012 for Middle College students.
In addition to extending summer break, following the Nashville State Community College calendar will allow our students to have a more complete college experience and will give our students real breaks during the academic year. Without this change, differences between the Metro Schools calendar and the Nashville State calendar would make it difficult for students to take full advantage of breaks during the semester.
Following the academic calendar of the associated college is a best practice used in many Middle Colleges and other dual enrollment programs across the nation. I have enclosed a copy of the Middle College High School instructional calendar for your reference. I am pleased about this change to our Middle College experience and regret that I was not able to let you know sooner. In any case, I look forward to seeing you back on campus Monday, August 13 for another successful academic year.
It is our goal to have everyone fully registered and ready to begin class on Monday, August 13, 2012. Monday, August 6 - 9, 2010 are teacher in-service days; students do not report. If you have not completed all the forms and immunizations required for enrollment in school, please do so immediately. A list of these requirements will be in the first day packet that students will receive on the first day of school. Our school counselor, Miss Chandler, will be available beginning Wednesday, July 11, 2012. Our office hours are 8:00 am – 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
I ask that you remember MNPS buses will not be available to transport your child to Middle College High School. You may also access this information online at www.mnps.org under Our Schools/Buses and Transportation. Other information regarding the opening of school is also available on the district website. Please plan to arrive early on August 13, 2012 if you are transporting your child. Traffic is usually more congested the first day and parking is limited on the campus of Nashville State Community College.
Please carefully read all of the enclosed information to help you and your child have a successful year. Pay attention to the Middle College High School dress code before purchasing your child’s school clothes. The dress code policy will be enforced on the first day of school. If you have any questions, please call the school office at 615-353-3742. We look forward to seeing all of our students on August 13, 2012 for a wonderful opening of school.
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posted by: Bass, Joseph A at Jul 12, 2012 12:21:00 PM
Long-time educator Dr. Betsy Ruhl Potts has been tapped as principal of Old Center Elementary School in Goodlettsville. Potts will succeed former principal Rob Hancock who has accepted a position in the district’s Human Resources department.
Potts, who most recently served as assistant principal at Amqui Elementary, has worked in education for more than 20 years. She began her career teaching first grade at Goodpasture Elementary and later became principal of the school. She joined Metro Schools in 2006 and taught first and third grades at Goodlettsville Elementary School. There, she was selected Teacher of the Year and was a finalist for the district’s Elementary School Teacher of the Year.
She has also served as assistant principal representative to the Metropolitan Nashville Principal Association board and participated in the Education Leadership Learning Exchange between Vanderbilt’s Peabody College and South China Normal University in Guangzhou, China and in the Principal Leadership Academy of Nashville.
She has a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from David Lipscomb University, a master’s degree in administration and supervision from Trevecca Nazarene University and a doctorate, also in administration and supervision, from Tennessee State University.
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posted by: Bass, Joseph A at Jul 09, 2012 12:42:00 PM
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools taps Glencliff High School assistant principals Dr. Adrienne Battle-Koger and Sonia Stewart as the district’s two new high school principals.
Dr. Battle-Koger has accepted the position as principal at Antioch High School. Formerly academic principal at Glencliff High School, she also served as the high school’s Academy of Medical Science and Research principal, where she led the charge toward achieving national certification for the academy. Dr. Battle-Koger also facilitated and implemented instructional programs that increased school-wide Reading/English for each grade level. Prior to coming to Glencliff High, she served as principal and assistant principal at East Academy and taught at Dalewood Middle School. Dr. Battle-Koger is an alumna of Metro Schools, graduating from John Overton High School. She has a bachelor’s degree from Missouri State University, and master’s and doctorate degree, from Tennessee State University. She will replace former principal Brian Mast, who resigned to take a job in higher education.
Stewart has been appointed principal of Pearl-Cohn Entertainment Magnet High School. Stewart recently served as Glencliff High School’s Freshmen Academy principal with responsibility for providing instructional leadership, supporting Small Learning Community team meetings, and managing effective student intervention plans. As academy principal, Stewart increased ninth grade promotion, developed student leadership teams, improved parental involvement through academy showcases and student recognition. Prior to coming to Glencliff High, she was a teacher for Antioch High School, Brentwood Academy High School and Washington Prep High School in Los Angeles, Ca. Stewart received her bachelor’s degree from Biola University and master’s degree from Trevecca Nazarene University. Stewart will be replacing Dr. Milton Threadcraft, who retired this summer.
See a list of all principal changes for 2012-13.
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posted by: Bass, Joseph A at Jun 18, 2012 2:21:00 PM
Experienced educators to assume new posts at Shwab, McGavock and Bellshire
There will be new principals at Shwab Elementary, Julia Green Elementary and Bellshire Elementary schools when the 2012 -13 school year starts Wednesday, Aug. 1.
Dr. Natalyn Gibbs has accepted the position as principal for Shwab Elementary. Currently the assistant principal of Cole Elementary, Dr. Gibbs has also served as assistant principal of Hull-Jackson Montessori Magnet Elementary. She has background experience in teaching third, fourth and fifth graders at the elementary school level. Dr. Gibbs is a graduate of Tennessee State University, where she received her master’s degree in administration and supervision and a doctorate in curriculum and instruction. She replaces Catherine Prentis, who is retiring.
Lance Forman has been appointed as principal of McGavock Elementary. Forman most recently served as assistant principal at Julia Green Elementary. Prior to coming to Julia Green, he was a fourth grade teacher at Andrew Jackson Elementary and worked the summer of 2008 as a STEM coach. Foreman is a graduate of Trevecca Nazarene University, where he received his bachelor’s degree in interpersonal communications and human resources and his master’s degree in educational leadership.
Dr. Chris Marczak, formerly at McGavock Elementary, will take over as principal at Bellshire Elementary. Dr. Marczak has led McGavock Elementary as principal for three years and, prior to that post, served as assistant principal for both Una and Charlotte Park Elementary schools. Dr. Marczak is a graduate of Austin Peay State University, where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary studies and elementary education. He later received his master’s degree in educational leadership and doctorate in professional practice/leadership from Trevecca Nazarene University. In addition to being a principal, Dr. Marczak teaches in both the master’s and doctoral programs at Trevecca and David Lipscomb universities. He replaces Donna Wilburn, who has been named principal of the new Cane Ridge Elementary, opening this year.
See a list of all principal changes for 2012-13.
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