Our Mission:
The Metro East Web Academy provides a technology-rich 21st century learning model that ensures student success in a rapidly evolving learning, work, and community environment. A Message from the Principal/CEO:
It's Doin' Work Wednesday over here at MEWA. Our very own Savannah Lehman brought by some of her cards that she is selling to raise money for her dance program. If you're interested you can check out Savannah's online shop here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/RoseBloomDesigns #DWW#MEWA #ourstudents
Student of the month for April, Jeremy Mitchell with Mr. Baker!
Seventh and Eighth Graders:
As many of you know, the State of Oregon is transitioning from the familiar OAKS State Assessments to the new and improved Smarter Balanced Assessments (SBAC). That change will be in effect for the 2014-2015 school year. MEWA has the unique opportunity to pilot this test, during a short, two week window from May 19th to June 6th. Please note that our school is required to participate in this unique opportunity. A parent letter will be sent out this week with more detail, but here are a few main points to keep on your radar:
*All seventh graders will take the English/Language Arts SBAC Test during that time.
*All eighth graders will take the English/Language Arts SBAC Test and the Mathematics SBAC Test during that time.
*All testing students will be required to participate in a Classroom Activity 2-3 days prior to their scheduled test to prepare. Metro East Web Academy
Summer School Opportunity
Are you or anyone you know interested in taking a summer school course for either original credit or credit recovery?
If so, please visit our website to register: www.mewebacademy.org and click on the summer school registration link located in the upper left corner of the main page
Registration is now open
Classes run from June 23rd to July 25th
Please feel free to call 503-258-4790 with any questions
Research Study:
Cheryl Hagseth is conducting a research study through her doctoral program at Lewis and Clark College. The study will explore perceptions of virtual learning students. The purpose of the study is to examine the educational interests, perceptions, and experiences of secondary online learning students enrolled in a virtual school. She would like to invite your son or daughter to be included in the study. Participation is voluntary. Please see letter about student and permission forms that must be signed by parents of students under 18 to participate in the study. Students over 18 may sign the form without a parent signature. Forms are to be turned into our office and Cheryl will send link to a brief survey to be filled out by students. If you choose to participate, thank you for volunteering. This information is useful to our school as we work to improve the learning environment for our MEWA students. Please select this link!
It is that time of year to think about Graduation!!
Graduation is set for June 10th at East Hill Church in Gresham. 8th grade promotion will begin at 5:00 PM and high school graduation will begin at 7:00 PM. 8th graders, please RSVP to Kari Clayton at 503-258-4792.
Seniors, rehearsal for graduation will be held at 12:00 noon in East Hill Church. We will serve pizza to all those in attendance. In addition, the senior group photo will be taken at this time.
New this year for the seniors who attend rehearsal and the graduation ceremony: During rehearsal, we will draw one name for a $500 scholarship and at the graduation ceremony, we will draw one name for a $1,000 scholarship. You must be present at rehearsal and graduation to win. You must be attending college or a career and technical training school the following year to receive the scholarship. Checks will be written in your name to that school or program.
Senior Graduation Orders are in. Pick-up Tuesday-Thursday, 9 am-4 pm.
Looking for pictures for the graduation slide show. Send your baby and senior photos to clayton2@mewebacademy.org These do not have to be professional photos.
Capture your memories in the MEWA yearbook. To order your book go to www.TreeRing.com/validate Enter our school code: 1013146637663080 Your yearbook has an option to include 2 pages you customize with your own pictures. Softcover books are $20.99, hardcover are $26.99.
"Heads up all students--it's time for the 2nd Annual Checkmate the Staff Chess Challenge! (And, this year you can participate online from home!)
Why should you participate? It's been a year that the student body has grieved over the great loss heard around the world. Yes, the staff had their way in a classic win last year. However, the student body has become stronger since then, with many new students joining the school, and more chess training during chess clubs on Thursdays. In addition, we have some staff who really don't know how to play very well, so even the most inexperienced student has a good chance at a win. Now is the time for you to step up. Your chances of victory have never been better.
To participate, please complete our RSVP form: Chess Challenge RSVP
Hope to see you on May 22nd!"
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| It's Doin' Work Wednesday over here at MEWA. Our very own Savannah Lehman brought by some of her cards that she is selling to raise money for her dance program. If you're interested you can check out Savannah's online shop here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/RoseBloomDesigns #DWW#MEWA #ourstudents |
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| Student of the month for April, Jeremy Mitchell with Mr. Baker! |
Seventh and Eighth Graders:
As many of you know, the State of Oregon is transitioning from the familiar OAKS State Assessments to the new and improved Smarter Balanced Assessments (SBAC). That change will be in effect for the 2014-2015 school year. MEWA has the unique opportunity to pilot this test, during a short, two week window from May 19th to June 6th. Please note that our school is required to participate in this unique opportunity. A parent letter will be sent out this week with more detail, but here are a few main points to keep on your radar:
*All seventh graders will take the English/Language Arts SBAC Test during that time.
*All eighth graders will take the English/Language Arts SBAC Test and the Mathematics SBAC Test during that time.
*All testing students will be required to participate in a Classroom Activity 2-3 days prior to their scheduled test to prepare. Metro East Web Academy
Summer School Opportunity
Are you or anyone you know interested in taking a summer school course for either original credit or credit recovery?
If so, please visit our website to register: www.mewebacademy.org and click on the summer school registration link located in the upper left corner of the main page
Registration is now open
Classes run from June 23rd to July 25th
Please feel free to call 503-258-4790 with any questions
Research Study:
Cheryl Hagseth is conducting a research study through her doctoral program at Lewis and Clark College. The study will explore perceptions of virtual learning students. The purpose of the study is to examine the educational interests, perceptions, and experiences of secondary online learning students enrolled in a virtual school. She would like to invite your son or daughter to be included in the study. Participation is voluntary. Please see letter about student and permission forms that must be signed by parents of students under 18 to participate in the study. Students over 18 may sign the form without a parent signature. Forms are to be turned into our office and Cheryl will send link to a brief survey to be filled out by students. If you choose to participate, thank you for volunteering. This information is useful to our school as we work to improve the learning environment for our MEWA students. Please select this link!
It is that time of year to think about Graduation!!
Graduation is set for June 10th at East Hill Church in Gresham. 8th grade promotion will begin at 5:00 PM and high school graduation will begin at 7:00 PM. 8th graders, please RSVP to Kari Clayton at 503-258-4792.
Seniors, rehearsal for graduation will be held at 12:00 noon in East Hill Church. We will serve pizza to all those in attendance. In addition, the senior group photo will be taken at this time.
New this year for the seniors who attend rehearsal and the graduation ceremony: During rehearsal, we will draw one name for a $500 scholarship and at the graduation ceremony, we will draw one name for a $1,000 scholarship. You must be present at rehearsal and graduation to win. You must be attending college or a career and technical training school the following year to receive the scholarship. Checks will be written in your name to that school or program.
Senior Graduation Orders are in. Pick-up Tuesday-Thursday, 9 am-4 pm.
Looking for pictures for the graduation slide show. Send your baby and senior photos to clayton2@mewebacademy.org These do not have to be professional photos.
Capture your memories in the MEWA yearbook. To order your book go to www.TreeRing.com/validate Enter our school code: 1013146637663080 Your yearbook has an option to include 2 pages you customize with your own pictures. Softcover books are $20.99, hardcover are $26.99.
"Heads up all students--it's time for the 2nd Annual Checkmate the Staff Chess Challenge! (And, this year you can participate online from home!)
Why should you participate? It's been a year that the student body has grieved over the great loss heard around the world. Yes, the staff had their way in a classic win last year. However, the student body has become stronger since then, with many new students joining the school, and more chess training during chess clubs on Thursdays. In addition, we have some staff who really don't know how to play very well, so even the most inexperienced student has a good chance at a win. Now is the time for you to step up. Your chances of victory have never been better.
To participate, please complete our RSVP form: Chess Challenge RSVP
Hope to see you on May 22nd!"
Staff Hint: No Trivia Question this week.
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. Failure to take the test can affect your enrollment status at MEWA.
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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Students of the Month for April:
William Johnson
Most Improved Students for April:
Jeremy Mitchell
Announcements:
MAY TESTING: Measures for Academic Progress (MAP)
As you may recall, you had taken the Measures for Academic Progress (MAP) assessment in the areas of Math and Reading earlier this year.
The MAP Assessment is required 3 times each year per your agreement at the time of enrollment at the Web Academy and is one of many powerful tools our staff is able to use to identify your current skill levels, support your academic experience, and improve your overall success.
The purpose of this assessment is to Measure Academic Progress and determine your academic growth. In order for our staff to measure that growth, you will be taking the test(s) again in May.
Schedule Your Test(s):
- Tuesdays/Wednesdays at 8:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. OR Thursdays at 1:30 p.m.
- Please allow for about 1 - 1.5 hours for each subject.
- You may take both subjects in one testing session or schedule each subject at separate times.
Please feel free to contact Michelle Lefevre with any questions regarding your test.
Our science teacher and new student Surfmaster, Mr. Barrentine, has started a science blog at scottssciencestuff.blogspot.com, which will be updated every school day (usually before lunch) with something cool from the scientific community. Start your afternoon with some science!
Metro East Early College Academy (MEECA) Information Session
When: Wednesday, May 7, 2014
Time: 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Where: Metro East Web Academy
Come learn more about why early college might be right for you. Bring a friend.
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.
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.
Sincerely,
David L. Gray, Ph.D.
Principal/CEO
Metro East Web Academy
503-258-4790
