A Message from the Principal/CEO:
Please note that it is time for students to begin their state testing (OAKS) and show up for scheduled tests and time! Attending and taking the test is required and very important as the school is evaluated on student results and attendance in the state report card. Being present for the test is included in the contract that many parents and students signed during your welcome meeting.
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| Brooke working in Art class |
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| Friday is a popular day for open lab! |
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| Ms. Gebhart and Riehl in open lab! |
Interested in gardening? Help the volunteer club plant for MEWA's community garden! On March 5 from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm we will be planting starts for the garden. You will get to take home your very own start!
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HAVEN'T PASSED THE OAKS YET? Well, this one's for you. The math department is offering Work Samples (and Local Performance Based Assessments) every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. If you are a Senior (or Junior) and have struggled to pass the OAKS test, you will want to make one of these sessions. Passing the math OAKS OR two math Work Samples is one requirement for graduation. Seniors should especially heed this advice as they prepare for graduation. Contact Mr. Kitchens or Mrs. Riehl for further information, or click on "Work Sample Sign UP" below to go to the RSVP (sign up) form and sign up for a date:
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You may have noticed that you now have assignments due on weekends and school breaks. This is due to our dynamic scheduling system, which supports individual learning plans. Unfortunately, we cannot change these due dates to regular school dates on a grand scale. But remember that our due dates are guidelines, not necessarily strict requirements. So, if you are completing assignments within a couple of days of these due dates, you are staying on track. If you have assignments that are due on Saturday, aim to complete them on Friday. If you have assignments due on Sunday, plan to complete them on Monday.
One new feature of this dynamic scheduling is the ability to select your course end date. While you cannot choose to work later than the end of the school year (June 6th), if you are trying to complete the class early, this is a helpful tool. In your grade book (in your class), you'll see a calendar icon. If you click on it, you will be able to see the target end date that your teacher chose, and could opt to choose an earlier one for yourself. (See the image below).
Students of the Month for February:
Ryan Rangel
Davien Williams
Olena Kozhevnikova
Daniel Pinchuk
Most Improved Students for February:
Carl Behunin
Jessica Pitsal
Announcements:
We now have a new and growing FAQ Page for MEWA students and parents. Here you will see questions, answers, and how-to videos related to a variety of common issues. From our home page, www.mewebacademy.org, find the Student/Parent FAQ on the center button bar.
As we continue to study the results from our recent parent survey, we want to take an opportunity to provide you with additional support reviewing and monitoring your student's work and activity. Please click on the video link below as Mr. Barrentine takes you through the process of accessing the parent portion of Genius -- our Genius student information system:
As we continue to study the results from our recent parent survey, we want to take an opportunity to provide you with additional support reviewing and monitoring your student's work and activity. Please click on the video link below as Mr. Barrentine takes you through the process of accessing the parent portion of Genius -- our Genius student information system:
Local Performance Based Assessments (formerly Work Samples) are offered every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. If you are a senior without a math class in need of passing the Essential Skill in Math in order to graduate then you will want to plan on attending one of these. Contact Mr. Kitchens or Mrs. Riehl for further information.
Writing Work Sample opportunity for seniors on March 19th at 4:00 PM.
More Math Lab Hours! Ms. Norrander will be hosting math labs on Thursdays from 10:00 - 12:00 in the math room. Bring your math questions and we'll find a solution!
Attention Juniors!
It's time to take your OAKS Writing Test! Please click here, and follow the directions to sign up for an available time slot in FEBRUARY.
Remember, the State of Oregon requires that you take the OAKS Writing Test, and pass the Essential Skill of Writing, in order to graduate.
Please contact Ms. Calhoun (calhoun5@mewebacademy) with questions.
Have you ever been interested in learning self-defense? It is not too late. GirlStrength will be running a 9 week self-defense class for Middle School students at MEWA. You will receive elective credit for participating, but only 12 girls can enroll. We do ask for a 100% commitment that you come to every class which will be held on Monday's from 3-4:30pm. Contact Ms. Powell right away if you are interested!
powell@mewebacademy.org / 971-231-5496
https://docs.google.com/a/gbwebacademy.org/presentation/d/1zoQgSBkl-nUIxA_HIkUeY2h7wyw3_SqZbEdGN3zdZWo/edit?usp=sharing
MEWA has formed a parent booster/advocacy group. Participation in this group is open to all MEWA parents, grandparents, guardians, and staff members. The focus of this group will be to organize and support activities that promote our school and provide enrichment and growth opportunities for students and staff. The next meeting is March 19th at 5:00 PM at MEWA. Snacks and refreshments are provided. The agenda next week will focus on a discussion concerning our upcoming Open House and what do we desire the parent group to become. We will have a drawing to give away a $25 Fred Mayer Gift Card to one lucky attendee. Aletha Peyton won a $25 Safeway gift card at the February meeting. Congratulations Aletha! |
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Have you tried yoga before? Do you want to improve your strength, flexibility and balance? Then join Ms. Norrander on Thursday's from 12:15 - 1:00 for Yoga Time in classroom 2. This is a fun, non-competitive activity for all members of MEWA. Bring a yoga mat or a beach towel. Contact Ms. Norrander if you have any questions, norrander@mewebacademy.org.
Seniors!!
Now is the time to get your cap and gown ordered for graduation. Pick up your packet in the office or order directly through Josten's at (503) 255-7120.
Mr. Ellsberg has created a youtube channel for his weekly Techtown video cast. You can follow him every Tuesday here: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ8Gtv4Bpr9SjA33hMRkD5Q
Box Tops for the Box Tops for Education program:
Box Tops for Education® is one of the nation’s largest school fundraising loyalty programs and has been helping schools succeed since 1996. With over 250 participating products, it’s an easy way for schools to earn cash for the things they need.
- Over 90,000 K-8 schools participate nationwide
- Each Box Tops coupon is worth 10¢ and they add up fast!
- Schools can use their Box Tops cash to buy whatever they need most, from books to field trips to playgrounds.
- So far, America’s schools have earned over $525 million from Box Tops…and counting.*
Please bring in your box tops. More information is available at http://www.boxtops4education.com/all-about-boxtops
Sincerely,
David L. Gray, Ph.D.
Principal/CEO
Metro East Web Academy
503-258-4790
