Monday, January 29, 2018

EGHS Principal's Newsletter 1-29-2018

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Principal Michael Podraza’s EGHS Update
1-29-2018

EGHS News and Information!

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

2nd Quarter Report Card Timeline

Today, 1-29-2018, marked the beginning of the 2nd semester. All 2nd quarter grades will be posted by teachers by the close of school Tuesday. Final grade calculations for Semester 1 classes will be run Wednesday and GPA calculations run/validated Thursday. Report cards will be issued on Friday to students and posted on ASPEN.

College Planning Night Thursday 2/1

The EGHS Guidance Department will host its annual College Planning Night on Thursday, February 1st from 6:30 - 8:00 in the high school auditorium. This informative evening is open to all parents and students who are interested in the college admissions process.  In the past this evening has proven to be both informative and entertaining as the speaker points out what not to do, as well as how to systematically approach and navigate this sometimes overwhelming process. Please contact the EGHS Guidance Department if you have any questions.

Rhode Island Department of Health Issues Statewide Guidance on Flu and Norovirus

The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is urging everyone to practice good health habits to prevent the spread of norovirus, flu, and other respiratory illnesses circulating throughout the state. Please click here to read the Department’s guidance notice.

Reminder- Parent & Guardian SurveyWorks for EGHS is Now Open

The Rhode Island Department of Education is currently administering its yearly SurveyWorks Parent Survey, which is an opportunity for parents to provide feedback about our school and our children’s opportunities to learn.  The survey results are most useful when all parents participate, so I am writing to ask you to participate in this survey.
Your views on matters like the safety of your child at school, the way students are taught, the condition of the school, and how connected you feel to this school are important. By taking this short survey you can help our school community make improvements. Responses are anonymous and cannot be linked to any individual.
You can take the short survey online between January 16th and March 30th. To take the survey, visit: surveys.panoramaed.com/ride and enter 09106family in the box provided.  If you don’t have access to the Internet, please contact the school to access a paper survey.
I thank you in advance for your help and input.
THIS WEEK’S
UPCOMING EVENTS
  • Monday 1/29
    • 1st Day of Q3/2nd Semester begins
  • Wednesday 1/31
    • Freshmen Class Elections- Advisory
  • Friday 2/2
    • Quick Advisory Block for Q2 Report Cards
ADVANCED PLANNING
  • Monday 2/5 through Friday 2/9- “Start With Hello” week throughout East Greenwich Public Schools
  • Tuesday 2/6- School Committee
  • Wednesday 2/7- Junior Post High School Planning (Advisory Block)

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

“New research about the intense pressure young women face to share nude photos of themselves is raising questions about how we address some of the norms that have taken hold among today's teenagers.” How to change teen sexting culture: "Don't ask for nude photos"
Thank you to everyone who helped to make our early Senior Project Presentations such a success last week. It truly takes a full community effort to make such valuable learning experiences take place. Thank you for all of your help.
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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

Tuesday, January 2, 2018

EGHS Principal's Newsletter 1-2-2018

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Principal Michael Podraza’s EGHS Update
1-2-2018

EGHS News and Information!

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

Student Handbook Getting Revamped for 2nd Semester

At its most recent meeting, the East Greenwich School Committee was given a glimpse into a revised and updated draft of the EGHS student handbook. The draft handbook, which can be viewed by clicking here, looks harness the power of new publishing platforms and put on display many of the artistic talents of our students, by using 100% student generated artwork and photographs throughout the handbook.
There are very few changes proposed in terms of draft policies and rule changes, however there is one change we are particularly proud of-- the new dress code. We believe that the code, adapted from dress code policies from Evanston High School in Illinois and the Oregon NOW Model Student Dress Code, accurately reflects the openness and inclusivity that members of East Greenwich Public Schools strive to achieve everyday.
Should members of the EGHS community have any recommendations, questions or comments about the handbook before it goes before the East Greenwich School Committee for approval and adoption later this month, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

In case you missed it- As We Enter School Cancelation Season Due to Weather

  • Sign-up for RI Broadcasters Association Alert Text Messaging. Details here.
  • Keep track of the impact cancellations have on the school’s major events by checking for updates on the Google doc “SY 17-18 EGHS Major Events”. While not immediate, it is routinely updated after cancellations to reflect the changes due to cancelled school days.
  • Sign-up to be included on Mr. Podraza’s “Remind” account. Instructions to join the group “EGHS Parents Important Information” can be found here. Please note that this account is used very sparingly. (I promise, you will not be inundated with texts if you sign up.)
THIS WEEK’S
UPCOMING EVENTS
  • Tuesday- Welcome back!
  • Wednesday-
    • Period rotation change: 3-4-Advisory-6-5
    • Advisory: Guidance counselors continue to visit Sophomore Advisories to engage members of the Class of 2020 in a career interest inventory lesson.  

ADVANCED PLANNING
  • 1/9 School Committee 7PM @ Cole Middle School
  • EGHS Drama Program Presents- “13 Ways to Screw up My College Interview” is a  short comedy, immediately followed by a streamlined version of High School Musical. Showtimes:
    • Thursday January 11th and Friday January 12th at 7pm,
    • Saturday January 13th at 1pm & 7pm
    • Tickets are $11.00 in advance or $13.00 at the door

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Hope you had good winter vacation and a Happy New Year.
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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