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Great News From Bridgeport Public Schools
The mission of the Bridgeport Public Schools and its supporting community is to graduate all students "college ready" and
prepared to succeed in life.
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In Other News...The Parent Center is offering a
FREE COMPUTER CLASS
Throughout the eight week class,
students will use new wireless laptops and Microsoft Office 2003
to engage in a variety of workshops.
Students may choose to join either
the morning or evening class.
Orientation classes begin on Tuesday, November 13th and run through February 11th. Anyone interested must attend an orientation class before registering for the course.
For more information about
Orientation and class dates,
please call the Parent Center at
(203) 336-4197.
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A Night at the Circus Mrs. Sherback's sixth graders pose with circus
performers during their "All Access" tour.
 Student Erika Aray clowns around.
Last month, Black Rock School teacher Nancy Sherback won her class a set of tickets to the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus in a contest sponsored by the radio station KC 101. On October 26, Sherback’s sixth grade students and their families enjoyed the performance, along with an “All Access” behind-the-scenes tour of the circus.
Sixth grader Erika Aray was chosen to dress up in the full clown costume and makeup. She then became the star clown, meeting circus attendees, taking pictures with children, and even signing autographs.
The students were excited to experience this unique opportunity. "I was shocked that my class won free tickets to the circus. We got to see the clowns before anyone else," said Juan Carlos Leal. "I had the chance to hang out with my friends and we watched the circus together,” Daniela Godoy said. “I hope we win another contest." Kelly Carrasco agrees. "I really loved going to the circus, especially because my family got to go," she said. Norma Ortega described her favorite part of the performance. "The best part of the circus was seeing the horses and tigers," she said.
Sherback was appreciative of the opportunity to share this event with her students. “We give our sincere thanks to Kelly Colonghi and Alex Zagryn from KC 101 for their kindness and support, which made this experience a most memorable one!,” she exclaimed.
 Black Rock Principal Danuta Bristol smiles with
Nancy Sherback and the circus performers.
Transforming Education and Public Life in Bridgeport
Published by Public Agenda
After losing much of its manufacturing and industrial base, Bridgeport, Connecticut confronted the problems of many post-industrial cities - high unemployment, a shrinking tax base, crime and other problems.
But what sets Bridgeport apart from cities with similar histories is its uncommonly rich civic life. According to a new case study by Public Agenda's Center for Advances in Public Engagement (CAPE), "When it comes time to solve community problems or make and implement policy, the institutions, organizations and individuals of Bridgeport defy business as usual through a remarkably inclusive and deliberative citizen-centered approach to problem solving." To read the full story, please visit http://www.publicagenda.org/pubengage/pe_cape.cfm .
 Author Pays a Visit to McKinley
 Last month, McKinley School was awarded a visit by Andrea Davis Pikney, award winning book editor, journalist, and author of children’s literature. During her full-day visit, Mrs. Pinkney led McKinley students in discussion groups based on her writings, which celebrate the heritage of African Americans.
This visit was part of the Rabbit Hill Festival of Literature, sponsored by the Westport Public Library. This year’s theme, Imagined Worlds, highlighted authors whose books are geared toward middle school students. McKinley School was chosen to participate in the festival last year after Joan Hume from the Westport Public Library learned about the school’s Writing Contest winners. McKinley School returned for another year of literary celebration and received the special visit.
Students read two of Pickney’s fictional books, Peggony Po and Fishing Day. They enjoyed the unique opportunity to share in Pinkney’s personal experiences as she traced her career development and goals. Students learned of Pickney’s upbringing in Connecticut and gained insight into her family’s traditions and cultural background. Each student received a copy of Pinkney’s books, which she autographed after the “book talks.”
In addition to writing fictional stories, Pickney has published a number of well-known biographies. Alvin Ailey, Andrea’s first of several published books, describes the life of choreographer, Alvin Ailey, whose well-known dance company portrays the African-American experience. Pinkney also wrote two books honoring the lives of renowned jazz musicians Duke Ellington and Ella Fitzgerald. The biographies celebrate the heroic nature of these individuals in their fight for freedom and acceptance on a level that young readers can understand. Duke Ellington received a Caldecott Honor and won the Coretta Scott King award in 1999. All of Pickney’s books promote the qualities of courage, strength and understanding.
To learn more about Andrea Davis Pickney and the Rabbit Hill Festival, please visit http://www.westportlibrary.org/rabbithillfestival/index.html.
Proposal Funding Kudos
By Marjorie A. Coble,
Supervisor of Alternative Education and Administrator for
Park City Academy and Make the Grade at Whittier
KUDOS...KUDOS...KUDOS...
Mr. Guiliani's Donor'sChoose project has been funded!
Mrs. K. Cunningham Donor'sChoose project has been funded!
As you all know, Mrs. Cowper's was funded TWICE...and
Mrs. DiDiano ($51.00) and Mrs Moore($53.00) have been partially funded!
I am so proud of you all...I believe ALL of our proposals will be funded...don't stop with these projects...keep submitting!!!
Your commitment to our students, obviously, is evident to a LARGE NATIONWIDE COMMUNITY!!!
Students that are expelled, adjudicated, or need smaller learning communities are WORTH the effort you bring to the table EVERY DAY...you demonstrated that by taking the time to submit proposals!!!
TRULY, I AM SO PROUD TO BE WORKING WITH YOU!!!
Young Bridgeport Voters Weigh Their Options
By Linda Connor Lambeck, Connecticut Post
BRIDGEPORT — No homework passes, fun-yet-educational field trips and a cleaner playground are some of the promises made Thursday by candidates running for the Columbus School Student Council.
In the audience, several hundred fourth- through sixth-graders sat on the gym floor, taking copious notes about their would-be representatives.
To read the fully story, click on the following link: http://www.connpost.com/localnews/ci_7345313?source=email
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