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CN Activities:
NEW: Tylenol/Motrin Policy Change
Monday May 14th
Tuesday May 15th
Wednesday May 16th
7:00 pm Baccalaureate
Thursday May 17th
Friday, May 18th
Saturday, May 19th
Sunday May 20th
Graduation 2:00 pm
COLO NESCO GRADUATION INFORMATION
Place: Colo Gym
Date: May 20th
Time: 2:00 pm
Class Officers: President- Weston Neuendorf, VP- Ethan Jamison, Secretary- Cameron Reischauer, Class Representative- Haley Liston
Class Student Body: President- Garrett Eley, VP- Emily Kash, Secretary- Charlotte Sillyman, Class Representative- Kara Robinson, Class Representative- Leah Peel
Class Colors: Blue & Black
Class Flower: Gerber Daisy (White petals with yellow middle)
Class Song: Time of My Life by David Cook
Class Motto: Special times and special places, special friends together; the moments pass so quickly, but the memories last forever
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Bonnie Alley CN Webmaster:
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"With the school year coming to an end it is time to reflect on the hard work that so many have done to assist our students during this academic year. First of all I want to wish our seniors the very best as they leave us and move to the next chapter of their lives. They have been a wonderful class. They accepted the challenges of the change that I put before them. THey responded like young adults when I asked them last fall to welcome the 7th and 8th grade students that would be attending the Colo Learning Center. Some parents were concerned about mixing the middle school and high school students but it was our seniors who set a welcoming culture that allowed our younger students to feel safe, and a part of our secondary school. I appreciate the leadership that they provided in the building, the excitement they brought to our extra-curricular activities and their hunger and desire to learn to our classrooms. There is no doubt that we can be proud of sending these fine young people to the world as representatives of our families, schools and communities.
The year seems to have passed so quickly. I suppose the mild winter had something to do with that but as I reflect on the year I believe our intense focus on doing what was right for our students kept us busy. I am proud that we have instituted a new reading series for our elementary students and look forward to seeing the results of their learning. We will use a new assessment system that will allow us to dig deep into our students achievement data and determine what we need to do so that each student will be successful. We are mapping our curriculum to ensure that it is rigorous, and relevant. Teachers continue to work hard collaborating on learning experience for our students. We are pursing a more activity-based approach for our students that allow them to be active learners in their own education. We are focused on improving student engagement in the classroom. Teachers are leading the way by visiting classrooms and collecting engagement data so that they can discuss what is happening and what they are committed to do to improve student engagement in every classroom.
With the successful passage of the voted PPEL we will have 21st Century technology in the hands of our students and teachers next school year. I can't wait to see how our students will be engaged in their learning, what they are going to be able to do and how this learning tool will change the way hey learn and our teachers teach. Priority lists are being developed in the areas of transportation and facilities to provide our students with a complete learning environment in which they can feel safe and take pride in.
A year ago many of you asked, "Will the district survive." Then and now I can honestly tell you with continued hard work and focus on our students it will and not just survive but thrive! I believe we have a bright future. Our story is much different now than what it was a year ago. There is a growing excitement about the fact that the voted PPEL passed and that all three communities supported it. There is an excitement about our new technology, the focus on curriculum, achievement and assessment, and the sense of pride that our students and community can share in as we move forward. I'm pleased and proud of being a part of where we have come from and where we are going.
Have a Happy and Safe summer ~ Jim
"The Colo-NESCO school district has a "Proud Past and a Promising Future." As a community we have much to be proud of. We are extremely fortunate to live in a community that values education. As superintendent, I know it takes an exceptional staff, informed parents and involved community members to create the best possible arena for learning. We have had a rich history of providing our students with a safe and welcoming environment in which to learn. Their education at Colo-NESCO has provided them a solid foundation on which to pursue their dreams. Our rich history and commitment to our students is where we begin our journey each and everyday.
The 2011-2012 school year is full of opportunity to build upon our legacy, to renew our commitment and to achieve our academic goals. We recently adopted a new reading series for our K - 6 students. We are excited about the consistency this will bring to our literacy program and the on-line opportunities it will provide you in reinforcing your child's learning at home.
I'm excited about the "Promising Future" our students have and the role each of us play in assisting them to obtain their dreams."
~ Jim Verlengia, Ed. D Superintendent
Dr.Verlengia may be reached at the following:
Toll Free: 800-255-0405 ext 14388
Direct Dial: 515-270-0405 ext 14388
jverlengia@aea11.k12.ia.us
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