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Welcome to Regional School District 13!
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Computer Science Education Week is December 9-15th and Regional School District 13 students and teachers are taking part in the Hour of Code, a "one-hour introduction to computer science, designed to 'demystify' code and show that anyone can learn the basics to be a maker, a creator, an innovator."
Lindsay's Petroski's 5th graders have been coding at Memorial and created this short video to promote the Hour of Code and encourage teachers and students to spend one hour learning computer programming:
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Click here for more information about how you, your class, and your family can take part in the Hour of Code. |
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Regional District 13
School Utilization Study Community Workshop Number 2 of 3 ________________________________________ Wednesday -- DECEMBER 11, 2013 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. STRONG SCHOOL GYM Durham, CT ________________________________________ The RSD13 Board of Education invites you to participate in the second community workshop regarding the development of a utilization plan for our District's schools. The first workshop was held in October.
During the first workshop Region 13 consultant, Drummey Rosane Anderson, Inc. (“DRA”) lead a general session and three different focus groups to gather community input on the needs in the school district. DRA will hold a second workshop to identify possible alternatives for the District on December 11 and will then shape specific recommendations for Board of Education consideration.
DRA’s study will consider the broadest range of options and possibilities to address the needs of the RSD13 school system.
We continue to seek your attendance and participation. You are invited to join us, along with your thoughts, ideas and suggestions.
WORKSHOP AGENDA
7:00 - 7:10 Informational Displays
7:10 - 7:15 Welcome
7:15 - 7:20 Study Overview
7:20 - 7:35 Workshop Overview
7:35 - 8:10 Breakout Sessions
8:10 - 8:25 Re-Group / Re-Cap
8:25 - 8:30 Concluding Comments
Children age three and above are welcome. Age-appropriate activities will be provided. Current or former students are encouraged to attend and participate in workshop activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Has the Board of Education made any decisions about the future of the schools?
The Board of Education has made no decisions about the utilization plan for the schools. All options and ideas are being considered.
I’ve attended previous Board of Education meetings about our school system. Why do I need to attend this meeting?
Your knowledge, understanding, and input are welcome and needed in this process. This is one of the key issues facing our community; there are many issues and options to explore. We hope that you will choose to continue to participate in this process.
I see there are three different community workshops being scheduled over the next few months. Should I attend all three workshops?
Yes. The focus of each workshop is different. The purpose of the October 29th workshop was to listen to citizens and obtain community input. In December, the focus will be on taking information from the previous workshop and developing possible alternatives for the utilization study. Finally, the workshop in January will focus on the specific recommendations that may be proposed to the Board of Education. Workshops will build on each other.
What specific topic will be discussed at this second community workshop?
Based on the October Community Workshop, meetings with Region 13 Staff and extensive study by DRA, various options will be "explored". Those in attendance will review presented options, consider additional options, and list various "considerations" that need to be explored for each option. This will be an important meeting.
I have ideas about what’s important for our schools. How can I share those ideas with DRA and the Board of Education?
Attend the December 11th community workshop! If you are unable to attend in person, please send your comments to survey@rsd13.org .
What will be done with the results of this workshop?
DRA will use community input to shape options and recommendations that they will present to the Board of Education.
When will the Board of Education act on DRA’s utilization plan recommendations?
The current timeline calls for DRA’s recommendations to be presented to the Board of Education following the study conclusion early in 2014.
More questions? Please call the Board of Education at 860-349-7200 |
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On Saturday, December 7, 2013 from 9:00-12:00 teams made up of students, teachers, parents and community members will be roving the town in a scavenger like fashion. Students will travel in teams of three or four following assigned routes to collect non-perishable items, canned goods, and gift cards that will be distributed to the needy. This community project has been an annual Durham and Middlefield event for the last six years and has filled both towns’ food pantries each year. Additional food items are also delivered to the Amazing Grace food pantry in Middletown . Last year, over 11,000 food items and $2400.00 were collected!
Teams from each school will be eligible for a raffle prize, and each student participating will also receive a raffle ticket affording him or her chance to win a $50.00 gift certificate to the Westfield Shopping Mall. In keeping with the spirit of the day, items will be counted for a grand total only. Breakfast will be served at 8:30, sponsored by the Durham Women’s Club, and registration will be from 8:30 to 8:45.
Students register in teams with their schools. Those who prefer to remain at the high school can assist by sorting, counting, & packing.
We also need volunteers to help load the trucks and then unload them at Amazing Grace. Students must also fill out a permission slip to participate as a volunteer. A sizable number of volunteers are needed to make this day a success. All participants and volunteers are welcome.
This cross-age project, cosponsored by the Local Wellness Council, provides an opportunity for students and adults to work together and experience the true spirit of the holiday season. For further information, please contact Kathy Bottini, Melissa Cook, or Rebecca Sinusas, Co-chairs, in the Guidance Department at Strong School at 860-349-7255.
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The mission of Regional School District 13, a community that embraces learning, honors tradition, and embraces change, is to ensure that all students will be engaged and ethical lifelong learners and citizens who will thrive, excel, and contribute in an ever-changing, interdependent world by providing challenging, diverse, and nurturing experiences that empower each student to succeed through meaningful partnership with family and community. |