EGHS Principal's Newsletter 1-2-2018

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

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

This week’s “Food for Thought” is from the Wall Street Journal- “Step Away From Your Over-Scheduled High School Student; How to help teenagers learn to juggle their own competing classes and extracurricular activities”

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

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