Wednesday, November 30, 2016

EGHS Hosts 11 Schools for AATF Concert

Letter shared with permission-

Re: Francophone concert

Dear Mr. Podraza,

On behalf of the Rhode Island chapter of the AATF, I would like to thank you for agreeing to
host our francophone concert for students of French of Rhode Island on 21 November. The
annual ceremony was once again a great success! Eleven schools and nearly 600 students attended the concert with Franco-Togolese musician Brice Kapel. The chapter is also very thankful for our long-standing collaboration with EGHS French teacher Julie Varone and very much appreciates her help in coordinating such a large event.

In addition, I thank you for your support of French studies as an important course in the
contemporary American classroom.

Sincerely yours,

Michael Hébert
President

Tuesday, November 29, 2016

Principal's Newsletter Week of 11-28-2016

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Principal Michael Podraza’s Weekly EGHS Update
Week of 11-28-2016

EGHS News and Information!

A weekly newsletter with information about upcoming events related to East Greenwich High School
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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Career and Technical School Visits Available

Freshmen and Sophomores who are curious about the programs offered at the Warwick Area Career and Tech Center at Toll Gate or the Regional Career and Technical Center at Coventry High School are invited to visit the centers on specific dates in December.  There will be an Open House at the Warwick Career Center on Tuesday evening, December 6, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. for students and their families. There is no sign up for the evening’s program. The  Coventry Career Center is available to students for a tour on December 20th in the morning.  Reservations must be made by December 9th so students should stop by the Guidance Office to sign up for the visit and tour in Coventry.  Transportation will be provided.


Reminder- From Mrs. Page’s Business and Entrepreneurial Students

We are pleased to announce a new student-run company called AVENGER SELECTions which provides customers with Nike windbreakers that come with a limited, newly-designed EGHS logo celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the school building. These stylish jackets are warm, durable, breathable, and comfortable.

In addition, our company sells phone cardholders with microfiber cloths. The microfiber cloths, which come off of the phone cardholders, are convenient for cleaning your phone screen. These cardholders also come with the same, newly designed logo.

Great for holiday gifts as well as supporting the students of EGHS and commemorating the 50th anniversary of the school building!!  See attached flyer for details, pictures and the link to a fun student-created video. As the holidays are approaching AVENGER SELECTions wants to supply a new line of customized products for East Greenwich residents to enjoy during the giving season. What better gift is there than one of the limited edition customized products provided by AVENGER SELECTions?

Be certain to check out our promotional video at http://tinyurl.com/AvengerSelections and stop by our display table outside the cafeteria. Sample jackets in all sizes are available to try on that during all school lunch periods.

Our products may be purchased through a secure website at avengers.j2dt.com  Orders accepted through November 28 with delivery guaranteed to EGHS on December 15 and shipping available.

Please contact one of our staff members with any questions at our company email : AvengerSelections@gmail.com

AS ALWAYS THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR STUDENTS AND SCHOOL.

THIS WEEK’S
UPCOMING EVENTS
  • Tuesday- Commissioner Wagner visits East Greenwich Public Schools 3-5 PM at Cole.
  • Wednesday- Optional Presentation/Performance during Advisory “History of Hip Hop Dance” presented by COA.
  • Thursday- EGHS Blood Drive- Reminders
    1. 16 years old, weigh minimum 130 lbs, need parent permission slip signed.  If misplaced, go to www.ribc.org
    2. New this year: 17 and 18 years old, weigh minimum 110 lbs, no parent permission slip needed.


ADVANCED PLANNING
  • 12-7
    • EGHS Wind Ensemble Concert- EGHS Auditorium
    • East Greenwich Special Education Advisory Committee Meeting (SEAC) 6:30-8PM at Cole library.
  • 12-8
    • EGHS Orchestra & Chorus Concert- EGHS Auditorium
  • 12-14
    • EGHS Jazz Ensemble Concert- EGHS Auditorium

FOOD FOR THOUGHT
This week’s “Food for Thought” is a TEDxNavesink video from Peter Gray, research professor of psychology at Boston College who is discussing the real and potential impacts on children and cultures from the decline of free play.
I hope you had a great Thanksgiving. Have a wonderful week.
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East Greenwich High School exists to EMPOWER
We, the EGHS community, strive to empower all members to achieve their full potential as learners, thinkers, and responsible global citizens. We take risks in order to inspire learning and discover passions.

We, the East Greenwich High School community, live our values:
  • Respect: Be considerate of others' ideas and opinions while maintaining personal integrity and self- confidence.
  • Creativity and Innovation: Embrace flexibility and individuality when explaining and demonstrating knowledge and skills.
  • Relevance: Link concepts across subjects and make connections to today's global society.
  • Enthusiasm: Generate excitement and curiosity about learning.
  • Achievement: Work vigorously to obtain knowledge and skills measured against the highest standards.
We hold ourselves and each other accountable to these values in support of our mission.



East Greenwich High School

300 Avenger Drive, East Greenwich, RI, 02818

Mixing Chemistry and Law Enforcement at EGHS

From Mrs. Carter-
Chemistry students researched applications of electromagnetic energy. Ben Boyle and Connor Raymond invited Officer Branch to join their presentation on the ways infrared light is currently used in law enforcement. The students had fun trying out the thermal imager, infrared goggles, laser radar, and fiber optic scanner. 

Thank you, Officer Branch, Ben, and Connor!

Wednesday, November 23, 2016

2016/17 RIMEA All-State for Vocals

From Mrs. Armstrong,

Congratulations go out to the following students for being accepted to the 2016/17 RIMEA All-State for Vocals:

Petranea Smith
Abby White
Kathryn Healy
Natasha Sussman-Moss
Caroline Tweedie
Rachel Anthes

Congratulations Avengers!

Tuesday, November 22, 2016

EGHS 2016/17 RIMEA All-State Ensemble Members

From Mr. Carniaux-

Congratulations to the following students for being accepted to the 2016/17 RIMEA All-State Ensembles.

Elizabeth Amelotte - Snare Drum - Junior All-State Band
Chris Teng - Clarinet - Junior All-State Band
Caroline Hollingsworth - Oboe - Junior All-State Band
Chloe Guo - Alto Saxophone - Junior All-State Band
Julia Tweedie - Trombone - Junior All-State Band
Sam Delong - Trumpet - Junior All-State Band
Nick Pomeroy - Trumpet - Junior All-State Band
Eric Essington - Trumpet - Junior All-State Band
Julia Tweedie - Trombone - Junior All-state JAZZ
Sam Delong - Trumpet - Junior All-state JAZZ
Eric Essington - Trumpet - Junior All-state JAZZ
Nick Pomeroy - Trumpet - Junior All-state JAZZ
Andy Babb - Trumpet - Junior All-state JAZZ
John Yao - Cello - Junior All-State Orchestra
Ken Chan - 2nd Violin  - Junior All-State Orchestra
Elizabeth Stitt - 2nd Violin - Junior All-State Orchestra
Anthony Soscia - Snare - Senior All-State Band
Mariana Toljan - Bass Clarinet - Senior All-State Band
Alex Delong - Clarinet - Senior All-State Band
Kayla So - Flute - Senior All-State Band
Anthony Agatielo - Trumpet - Senior All-State Band
Molly Snyder - Trumpet - Senior All-State Band
Anthony Agatielo - Trumpet - Senior All State JAZZ
Cole Campbell - Snare - Senior All State Orchestra
Anthony Soscia - Timpani - Senior All State Orchestra
Alex Daskalopoulos - Viola - Senior All State Orchestra
Lexi Waserman - Violin - Senior All State Orchestra
Logan Roberts - Violin - Senior All State Orchestra

Monday, November 21, 2016

Principal's Newsletter Week of 11-21-2016

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Principal Michael Podraza’s Weekly EGHS Update
Week of 11-21-2016

EGHS News and Information!

A weekly newsletter with information about upcoming events related to East Greenwich High School
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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS


From RIDE: 5th ESSA community forum to be held Monday (November 21) in South Kingstown

The 5th community forum on the Rhode Island transition to the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) will take place on Monday (November 21), from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., at South Kingstown High School, 215 Columbia St., Wakefield. Students, parents, teachers, community members, and community leaders across the state are invited to share experiences to help inform the ESSA implementation plan for Rhode Island.


From Mrs. Page’s Business and Entrepreneurial Students

We are pleased to announce a new student-run company called AVENGER SELECTions which provides customers with Nike windbreakers that come with a limited, newly-designed EGHS logo celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the school building. These stylish jackets are warm, durable, breathable, and comfortable.

In addition, our company sells phone cardholders with microfiber cloths. The microfiber cloths, which come off of the phone cardholders, are convenient for cleaning your phone screen. These cardholders also come with the same, newly designed logo.

Great for holiday gifts as well as supporting the students of EGHS and commemorating the 50th anniversary of the school building!!  See attached flyer for details, pictures and the link to a fun student-created video. As the holidays are approaching AVENGER SELECTions wants to supply a new line of customized products for East Greenwich residents to enjoy during the giving season. What better gift is there than one of the limited edition customized products provided by AVENGER SELECTions?

Be certain to check out our promotional video at http://tinyurl.com/AvengerSelections and stop by our display table outside the cafeteria. Sample jackets in all sizes are available to try on that during all school lunch periods.

Our products may be purchased through a secure website at avengers.j2dt.com  Orders accepted through November 28 with delivery guaranteed to EGHS on December 15 and shipping available.

Please contact one of our staff members with any questions at our company email : AvengerSelections@gmail.com

AS ALWAYS THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR STUDENTS AND SCHOOL.

THIS WEEK’S
UPCOMING EVENTS
  • Monday- Last RIDE ESSA forum at South Kingstown High School- 215 Columbia Street, Wakefield

  • Wednesday- Freshmen Assembly during advisory to hear presentations from about High School Career and Technical programs available to EGHS students at schools around the East Greenwich area.

  • Thursday & Friday- No School

ADVANCED PLANNING
  • 12-1 EGHS Blood Drive- Reminders
    • 16 years old, weigh minimum 130 lbs, need parent permission slip signed.  If misplaced, go to www.ribc.org
    • New this year: 17 and 18 years old, weigh minimum 110 lbs, no parent permission slip needed.

  • 12-7
    • EGHS Wind Ensemble Concert- EGHS Auditorium
    • East Greenwich Special Education Advisory Committee Meeting (SEAC) 6:30-8PM at Cole library.
  • 12-8 EGHS Orchestra & Chorus Concert- EGHS Auditorium
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
This week’s “Food for Thought” is a podcast from Freakonomics entitled “Trust Me” investigating the concept and impact of “Social Trust”.
Have a wonderful week and Thanksgiving.
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East Greenwich High School exists to EMPOWER
We, the EGHS community, strive to empower all members to achieve their full potential as learners, thinkers, and responsible global citizens. We take risks in order to inspire learning and discover passions.

We, the East Greenwich High School community, live our values:
  • Respect: Be considerate of others' ideas and opinions while maintaining personal integrity and self- confidence.
  • Creativity and Innovation: Embrace flexibility and individuality when explaining and demonstrating knowledge and skills.
  • Relevance: Link concepts across subjects and make connections to today's global society.
  • Enthusiasm: Generate excitement and curiosity about learning.
  • Achievement: Work vigorously to obtain knowledge and skills measured against the highest standards.
We hold ourselves and each other accountable to these values in support of our mission.



East Greenwich High School
300 Avenger Drive, East Greenwich, RI, 02818


Wednesday, November 16, 2016

Launching Thursday- EGHS Business Students Start "AVENGER SELECTions"

We are pleased to announce a new student run company called AVENGER SELECTions which provides customers with Nike windbreakers that come with a limited, newly-designed EGHS logo celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the school building. These stylish jackets are warm, durable, breathable, and comfortable.
In addition, our company sells phone cardholders with microfiber cloths. The microfiber cloths, which come off of the phone cardholders, are convenient for cleaning your phone screen. These cardholders also come with the same, newly designed logo.
Great for holiday gifts as well as supporting the students of EGHS and commemorating the 50th anniversary of the school building!!  See attached flyer for details, pictures and the link to a fun student-created video. As the holidays are approaching AVENGER SELECTions wants to supply a new line of customized products for East Greenwich residents to enjoy during the giving season. What better gift is there than one of the limited edition customized products provided by AVENGER SELECTions?
Be certain to stop by our display table before Airband on Friday night. Sample jackets in all sizes are available to try on that evening and during all school lunch periods.
Our products may be purchased through a secure website at avengers.j2dt.com
Please contact one of our staff members with any questions at our company email : AvengerSelections@gmail.com
AS ALWAYS THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR STUDENTS AND SCHOOL.

Monday, November 14, 2016

Principal's Newsletter Week of 11-14-2016

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Principal Michael Podraza’s Weekly EGHS Update
Week of 11-14-2016

EGHS News and Information!

A weekly newsletter with information about upcoming events related to East Greenwich High School
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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS

RIDE Seeking Community Input on ESSA

As a member of Rhode Island Department of Education’s “Committee of Practitioners” I would like to invite you to a series of community forums that are being held across the State. Please feel free to contact me directly if you have any questions or would like to learn more.


From the Rhode Island Department of Education- As Rhode Island prepares to transition to the new federal education law – the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) – the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) will hold community forums in November to collect public feedback and input. These forums are the first of several important public engagement opportunities. RIDE encourages and welcomes you as public stakeholders to be critically involved in the decision-making process so that your experience may inform the ESSA state implementation plan.

Forums will be held at various locations on the following dates:

  • Wednesday, November 2, 2016- Juanita Sanchez Educational Complex – 182 Thurbers Avenue, Providence, Spanish language presentation available.

  • Wednesday, November 9, 2016- Lincoln Middle School – 152 Jenckes Hill Road, Lincoln

  • Monday, November 14, 2016- Coventry High School – 40 Reservoir Road, Coventry

  • Thursday, November 17, 2016- Portsmouth High school – 120 Education Lane, Portsmouth

  • Monday, November 21, 2016- South Kingstown High School – 215 Columbia Street, Wakefield

Forums will take place from 5:30PM-7:00PM, doors open at 5:15PM. Join RIDE for this informative and interactive event! All are welcome – come lend your voice to advance Rhode Island schools! Please click here to confirm your attendance: www.ride.ri.gov/ESSA-Forums

For more information, please contact: Felicia.Brown@ride.ri.gov.

EGHS Blood Drive (Students)

East Greenwich High School Fall Blood Drive is Thursday, December 1, 2016 from 8 am – 2 pm in the Auditorium

Eligibility:

  • 16 years old, weigh minimum 130 lbs, need parent permission slip signed.  If misplaced, go to www.ribc.org

  • New this year: 17 and 18 years old, weigh minimum 110 lbs, no parent permission slip needed.

  • Must feel healthy on day of drive.

How best to prepare body for blood donation:

  • Drink plenty of water, starting day before.

  • Eat a good meal prior to donation.

  • No strenuous activity or heavy lifting after donating.  Individual can resume normal activities the following day.

Any questions re: eligibility such as travel outside of U.S.,   medications, or tattoos/piercings, call 453-8307.

Thank you for supporting your child’s interest in donating blood and making a difference!!


News from the EGEF

Please click here to be taken to a letter from the East Greenwich Educational Foundation’s President- Susan Riley.

THIS WEEK’S
UPCOMING EVENTS
  • Wednesday-

    1. Quarter 1 report cards distributed,

    2. 11-16 ASVAB Testing (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery). Students must register in advance with their Guidance Counselor,  

    3. Evening PTG Meeting 6:30PM EGHS Library

  • Friday-
    1. Airband 7 PM, EGHS Auditorium

ADVANCED PLANNING
  • 11-23 During Advisory- Career and Technical Schools visit EGHS to present their programming to all Freshmen during advisory.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
This week’s “Food for Thought” is recent post from Seth Godin entitled Education is the Answer.
Formal education is a foundation, but lifelong, informal education can transform our lives.
Have a wonderful week.
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East Greenwich High School exists to EMPOWER
We, the EGHS community, strive to empower all members to achieve their full potential as learners, thinkers, and responsible global citizens. We take risks in order to inspire learning and discover passions.

We, the East Greenwich High School community, live our values:
  • Respect: Be considerate of others' ideas and opinions while maintaining personal integrity and self- confidence.
  • Creativity and Innovation: Embrace flexibility and individuality when explaining and demonstrating knowledge and skills.
  • Relevance: Link concepts across subjects and make connections to today's global society.
  • Enthusiasm: Generate excitement and curiosity about learning.
  • Achievement: Work vigorously to obtain knowledge and skills measured against the highest standards.
We hold ourselves and each other accountable to these values in support of our mission.



East Greenwich High School

300 Avenger Drive, East Greenwich, RI, 02818