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News & Events
Some planned activities and events to look forward to this coming month are as described.
This Month In History:
Space Shuttle Challenger. The Space Shuttle Challenger Mission (Flight STS-51L) was the 25th Space Shuttle mission and the 10th launch of the Space Shuttle Challenger.
It was launched from Pad 39B at Kennedy Space Center in Florida on January 28th, 1986 at 11:38 AM EST. This mission was highly publicized because it was the first time a school teacher was allowed to travel in space. Christa McAuliffe, a high school teacher from New Hampshire, was to be the first civilian in space. She was selected from more than 11,000 applicants.
The crew of Space Shuttle Challenger consisted of seven astronauts: Francis R. Scobee; Michael J. Smith; Gregory B. Jarvis; Christa McAuliffe; Judith A. Resnik; Ellison S. Onizuka; and Ronald E. McNair.
The Challenger cargo included two satellites in the cargo bay and equipment in the crew compartment for experiments that would be carried out during the mission.
The Space Shuttle Challenger broke apart 73 seconds into its flight, leading to the untimely demise of its crew, and disintegrated over the Atlantic Ocean, off the coast of central Florida, United States.
SUGGESTED READING:
"Weakfish: Bullying Through the Eyes of a Child". This powerful book, written by Michael Dorn, has forever changed the lives of thousands of educators, parents and victims of chronic bullying. Issued to school systems throughout the country, as well as the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency, this book has created nothing short of a movement in the battle against bullying in our schools.
We recommend this adult reading for all parents of children growing up at any age and in any academic or social environment. Bullying comes in all different forms – some subtle, some not so subtle – such as cyberbullying, as well as emotional, physical, social and verbal bullying. After reading this book, you'll never again say, "It's just boys being boys, or just girls being girls!"
NewS & EVENTS Archives:
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JANUARY NEWSLETTER:
Contact the Program Director to obtain web access for the January 2012 Newsletter:
JANUARY Events:
Date: 01.03.2012
BACK TO SCHOOL
December Recess is over and we are back to school.
Date: 01.03.2012
WASCAR
All grades will begin designing their pinewood derby cars for WASCAR Week. Pinewood derby kit selections and fees are required for entry into this portion of the weekly activity. Contact the Program Director for more information.
Date: 01.03.2012
WINTER VACATION SIGN-UP BEGINS
It's that time again to prepare for Winter Vacation. If WASC has enough children enrolled, we will be open Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, February 21st, 23rd & 24th, 2012 from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, daily. There is a two week window of opportunity to sign up.
Date: 01.13.2012
REGISTRATION FOR WINTER VACATION
Deadline to receive Registration Forms for Winter Vacation Enrollment. Limited to twenty-six children per day, based on first-come, first-served availability.
Date: 01.16.2012
MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY
WASC is closed on this holiday.
Date: 01.23.2012
CHINESE NEW YEAR
The children of WASC breathe fire into the new year by celebrating the "year of the dragon" as we explore the history and culture of the Chinese New Year while incorporating thematic arts and crafts in our own lantern festival!
Date: 01.25.2012
FAMILY PASTA DINNER
Mangia! Mangia! This is a chance for all of the families of WASC to sit down and share a meal. You can catch up with old friends and make new ones. This event is catered by a local business. Seating confirmation is kindly requested for entry into this unique family activity. Contact the Program Director for more information.
Date: 01.25.2012
TUITION DUE
Reminder – Regular monthly tuition payment is due.
Date: 01.31.2012
K-ORIENTATION (INTRODUCTION)
Our Kindergarten Coordinator & Program Director will be available to personally answer any questions regarding the WASC program during the Williams Elementary School K Orientation.