October 26, 2018
Westwood's Team Pirhana Engages in PBIS Positivity Takeover!
On Friday, October 19, 2018, Team Pirhana had a PBIS Positivity Takeover. The students wrote words of encouragement on sticky notes to place on lockers. They chose to extend this kindness all over the building, taking notes to office staff, custodians, teachers, lockers on other hallways, and other parts of the building. We are so proud of Westwood’s Team Piranha!
New Spaghetti Recipe a Hit at Grove Park
When students at Grove Park weren't eating the spaghetti, Phillip Gardener, the Director of Child Nutrition, stepped up his game. Phillip changed the recipe and helped Debbie Parsons, the cafeteria manager at Grove Park, make the spaghetti that would be served for lunch.
Pictured below is the onion cutting lesson that Phillip provided to Debbie and a picture of the final product.
There have been rave reviews on the yummy spaghetti and as you may or may not know, 4 year olds can be tough critics.
Phillip, you may want to provide us all with lessons on how not to cry when cutting an onion and feel free to share the recipe!
Westwood Chorus Performs for Residents of Brookdale Assisted Living
On October 22, 2108, members of the Westwood Chorus performed a concert for the residents of Brookdale Assisted Living. The students did beautifully and the residents were welcoming and appreciative!
GWHS's Criminal Justice and Business Law Classes Take Combined Tour
Below is a picture of Ms. Krystal W. Dillard's Criminal Justice I class and Ms. Gwendolyn Stone's Business Law class. On October 10, 2018, they took a combined tour to the Danville Adult Detention Center, City of Danville Courthouse, city jail, and to the Danville Police Department. Special thanks to Sheriff Mike Mondul for his bi-annual tours, Hon. James J. Reynolds, and Director Frank Mardavich for their time. Pictured with the George Washington High School students are Danville Police Department Youth Engagement Officer S. Brooks, SRO Cpl. C. Goins, and Officer D. Ferguson.
The Adult & Career Education Center (ACEC) is a Full Service Center
Pictured below on the left is Marvin Jeffries and his teacher Mary Dumont. Mr. Jeffries frantically came to Adult Ed a few weeks ago because he had been offered, as he stated, the job of his lifetime. The catch was he needed his GED within a week. Marvin still had the math and reading sections of the GED to complete. ACEC worked with him in overtime mode, and he passed math within a few days. He now had a few days left to prepare for the reading, but little did he know that Hurricane Michael would disrupt the Person Vue testing schedule. His teacher, Ms. Dumont, called his potential employer, explained the predicament, and they extended Marvin's deadline. The testing specialist, Crystal Echols, provided him a private test session on Monday morning. Good news is Marvin passed his final test and earned his GED certificate. Marvin now has a career with health insurance and benefits. If you know someone that needs workforce skills and/or a GED, send them to ACEC. Congratulations to Mary and Crystal for going above and beyond!
Also, click here or on the video below on the right to view the Star News commercial about all the ACEC has to offer in regard to furthering your education and creating pathways to employment! Hear from both instructors and program participants as to why ACEC is the place to be!
GWHS Library Lunch Club Creates Galaxy in a Jar!
Undeterred by Hurricane Michael, the GWHS Library Lunch Club held its October program/event on October 24, 2018 with over 38 participants! They created a Galaxy in a Jar. Look closely. You will see some staff faces!
Danville Alternative Program (DAP) Students Collaborate With The Brick Running and Tri Store!
Students from the Danville Alternative Program (DAP) participated in a track workout in collaboration with The Brick Running and Tri store. Students spent time running, strength training, and learning about the importance of physical fitness. Students were pushed to overcome difficult obstacles and to use the power of the mind to achieve new goals.
Info on the Summer Residential Governor's Schools (SRGS) for 2019
If you are interested in attending SRGS, please notify your school's guidance counselor by November 2, 2018. The Summer Residential Governor's Schools (SRGS) are month-long residential programs for gifted students who are currently in tenth or eleventh grade. This program is designed for highly motivated students who are looking for a challenging summer experience. Please see the flyer below for more information.
Transportation Services Department Congratulates Team Members for Meeting Attendance Goals!
The Transportation Services Department congratulates the following team members for meeting the attendance goals for the first nine weeks of school. Bus drivers and aides are required to meet a stringent attendance goal to earn the award.
All team members have the opportunity to achieve the award each nine weeks, and many will have the opportunity to earn a year end award if their attendance is perfect for the entire year. Team members earning the award for the first nine weeks are:
Robert Chandler, Larry Corbett, Darlene Cousins, Francis Dalton, Ruby Dews, Karen Dichello, Joann Dickerson, Latoya Fitzgerald, Jeanette Goggins, Sara Ham, Lynette Lanier, Sandra Lanier, Jackie Maldonado, Barbara McCarty, Judy Meadows, Ella Miller, Elgie Morrison-Jeffreys, Charles Pritchett, Eunice Simmons, Phyllis Smith, Connie Thompson, Annie Turner, Beckey Tyree, Lindon Welch, Tammy Wilson, and Maggie Wooding.
Congratulations on a job well done!