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.
Dear Parents and Students:
We need the help of all early college, GED, and 6th through 12th grade online students and parents. We have received approximately 50 survey returns from parents and another 50 or so from students. We need 150 of each to be able to claim this survey for our accreditation. This survey is necessary for our continued accreditation. Submit your survey and you are entered into a drawing for a $100 Amazon gift card. Survey responses are anonymous. See below for details:
Metro East Web Academy will be going through the school accreditation process within the next two years. During this process, survey information from students who attend MEWA through the GED program, the early college program, or the middle school and high school programs, and who have a vested interest in its ongoing development and improvement is required. The attached survey is different from surveys that we have sent out in the past - this one is a bit longer and more robust, and will be reviewed by a state accrediting agency.
Please do take the time to fill out the survey at the following link:
Your survey information will remain anonymous.
Because this is such an important step for us, we will be offering two $100.00 Amazon Gift Cards in a drawing for all parents and two $100.00 Amazon Gift Cards for students who fill out the survey. After filling it in, please send a quick email to Hillary at radford@mewebacademy.org, with the message line: Parent Survey. You will then be entered in the drawing for one of the gift cards.
Again, thanks so much for your support and your ongoing involvement in this school.
It's time to take the Star360 Winter Tests! Video Explanation
Note: It’s important that you do your very best on these tests. Any student that disregards the importance of this test will need to meet with the principal, retake the tests, and effectively jeopardizes their enrollment at MEWA.
- Remember, you can either take these tests from home, or you can come in to take them at school during open labs.
- Our winter testing dates will occur during Week 4 in your Mentor Seminar class, beginning 1/25.
- Beginning 1/25, your classes will be placed "on hold" so that you can complete your tests without distractions. Your classes will be made available as soon as you complete both your math and reading tests.
- On 1/25, you will need to check your email for your username and password, and then follow the instructions on the STAR360 Student Directions.
- You will begin with the 30 minutes math test. When you are finished with it, you will immediately log back in and complete the 30 minute reading test.
- Remember that there is no right or wrong score on this test. This is just being used to identify your current abilities, strengths, and areas for improvement. No matter what your current score is, the goal here is just to improve each time you take STAR360!
SAVE THE DATE: PATHWAYS FAIR
January 13, 2016
5:30-8:00 pm
Special invitation to 7th and 8th grade students and families
Mt. Hood Community College
Yoshida Event Center-GYM
This is an opportunity for students and parents to gain information about the career paths and opportunities open to students when they get to high school. Your 8th grade student will be forecasting in early Spring 2016-spend this evening learning what's available to each GBSD incoming freshman.
Capitol Day
On April 16, 2015, over 250 virtual school students and parents joined us in Salem to show their enthusiastic support for virtual public education. They rallied on the front steps of the Capitol, and walked the halls of the State Legislature to talk to their representatives about the importance of keeping virtual education as an option for Oregon families. Several key legislators were on hand to accept the Golden Apple Award. This award is presented to lawmakers who have supported efforts to expand access to virtual public schools.
If you attended Capitol Day this year or in a previous year, thank you so much for your support. For those of you who have not been able to join us for Capitol Day, you can view photos here.
Virtual Schools Capitol Day 2016
Are you looking for an opportunity to teach your children about state government and demonstrate your support for virtual public education. Then join us in Salem for Virtual Public Schools Capitol Day on Wednesday, February 24, 2016.
Every year, our families travel to the State Capitol in Salem to express their support for virtual public schools. It's an opportunity to thank our legislative champions , show our support for virtual public schools and talk to legislators about protecting this education option.
We’re honored this year to be joined by Tillie Elvrum, the President of PublicSchoolOptions.org, a national coalition devoted to protecting education options for families. She will be sharing her story about becoming an active parent in support of public school options and what the coalition is doing around the country.
I hope you will join us in Salem on Wednesday, February 24, 2016 for our 8th Annual Virtual Public Schools Capitol Day. Fill out the form below to register today!
You can register at this link!!
On April 16, 2015, over 250 virtual school students and parents joined us in Salem to show their enthusiastic support for virtual public education. They rallied on the front steps of the Capitol, and walked the halls of the State Legislature to talk to their representatives about the importance of keeping virtual education as an option for Oregon families. Several key legislators were on hand to accept the Golden Apple Award. This award is presented to lawmakers who have supported efforts to expand access to virtual public schools.
If you attended Capitol Day this year or in a previous year, thank you so much for your support. For those of you who have not been able to join us for Capitol Day, you can view photos here.
Virtual Schools Capitol Day 2016
Are you looking for an opportunity to teach your children about state government and demonstrate your support for virtual public education. Then join us in Salem for Virtual Public Schools Capitol Day on Wednesday, February 24, 2016.
Every year, our families travel to the State Capitol in Salem to express their support for virtual public schools. It's an opportunity to thank our legislative champions , show our support for virtual public schools and talk to legislators about protecting this education option.
We’re honored this year to be joined by Tillie Elvrum, the President of PublicSchoolOptions.org, a national coalition devoted to protecting education options for families. She will be sharing her story about becoming an active parent in support of public school options and what the coalition is doing around the country.
I hope you will join us in Salem on Wednesday, February 24, 2016 for our 8th Annual Virtual Public Schools Capitol Day. Fill out the form below to register today!
You can register at this link!!
Virtual Schools Capitol Day 2016
Are you looking for an opportunity to teach your children about state government and demonstrate your support for virtual public education. Then join us in Salem for Virtual Public Schools Capitol Day on Wednesday, February 24, 2016.
Every year, our families travel to the State Capitol in Salem to express their support for virtual public schools. It's an opportunity to thank our legislative champions , show our support for virtual public schools and talk to legislators about protecting this education option.
We’re honored this year to be joined by Tillie Elvrum, the President of PublicSchoolOptions.org, a national coalition devoted to protecting education options for families. She will be sharing her story about becoming an active parent in support of public school options and what the coalition is doing around the country.
I hope you will join us in Salem on Wednesday, February 24, 2016 for our 8th Annual Virtual Public Schools Capitol Day. Fill out the form below to register today!
You can register at this link!!
Announcements:
COSA Scholarships
Each year COSA sponsors or assists in processing ten $1,000 college scholarships. These scholarships are for Oregon high school seniors attending 2 or 4 year Oregon colleges. The applications must be postmarked by March 1, 2016. Results will be announced by May 1, 2016.
OASSA Scholarships
Two $1,000 scholarships are awarded each year to graduating seniors from Oregon public high schools. The scholarships may be used for a 2- or 4-year university, trade, or professional/technical school. These two scholarships are for a son, daughter, or dependent child of an OASSA member who meet the criteria listed on the application. The applications must be postmarked by March 28, 2016. Results will be announced by May 1, 2016.
CLICK HERE to view more information and access the COSA and OASSA Scholarship applications.
NATIONAL ENGLISH TOFFEE DAY Recognized by the National Confectioners Associations and celebrated by millions across the country, January 8th of each year is National English Toffee Day. A popular variant of the original toffee, in the United States “English toffee” is a buttery confection topped with almonds. It’s made by caramelizing sugar with butter and can be both hardened or chewy. The Heath bar is a type of candy bar that is made with an English toffee core.
Try one of the following “tried and true” recipes:
Saltine Toffee Cookies
Classic English Toffee
Frozen English Toffee Cake
Toffee Bars
HISTORY
Within our research, we were unable to find the creator of National English Toffee Day, an “unofficial” national holiday.
COSA Scholarships
Each year COSA sponsors or assists in processing ten $1,000 college scholarships. These scholarships are for Oregon high school seniors attending 2 or 4 year Oregon colleges. The applications must be postmarked by March 1, 2016. Results will be announced by May 1, 2016.
OASSA Scholarships
Two $1,000 scholarships are awarded each year to graduating seniors from Oregon public high schools. The scholarships may be used for a 2- or 4-year university, trade, or professional/technical school. These two scholarships are for a son, daughter, or dependent child of an OASSA member who meet the criteria listed on the application. The applications must be postmarked by March 28, 2016. Results will be announced by May 1, 2016.
CLICK HERE to view more information and access the COSA and OASSA Scholarship applications.
NATIONAL ENGLISH TOFFEE DAY Recognized by the National Confectioners Associations and celebrated by millions across the country, January 8th of each year is National English Toffee Day. A popular variant of the original toffee, in the United States “English toffee” is a buttery confection topped with almonds. It’s made by caramelizing sugar with butter and can be both hardened or chewy. The Heath bar is a type of candy bar that is made with an English toffee core.
Try one of the following “tried and true” recipes:
Saltine Toffee Cookies
Classic English Toffee
Frozen English Toffee Cake
Toffee Bars
HISTORY
Within our research, we were unable to find the creator of National English Toffee Day, an “unofficial” national holiday.
Each year COSA sponsors or assists in processing ten $1,000 college scholarships. These scholarships are for Oregon high school seniors attending 2 or 4 year Oregon colleges. The applications must be postmarked by March 1, 2016. Results will be announced by May 1, 2016.
OASSA Scholarships
Two $1,000 scholarships are awarded each year to graduating seniors from Oregon public high schools. The scholarships may be used for a 2- or 4-year university, trade, or professional/technical school. These two scholarships are for a son, daughter, or dependent child of an OASSA member who meet the criteria listed on the application. The applications must be postmarked by March 28, 2016. Results will be announced by May 1, 2016.
CLICK HERE to view more information and access the COSA and OASSA Scholarship applications.
Try one of the following “tried and true” recipes:
Saltine Toffee Cookies
Classic English Toffee
Frozen English Toffee Cake
Toffee Bars
HISTORY
Within our research, we were unable to find the creator of National English Toffee Day, an “unofficial” national holiday.
- Looking for parent volunteers: Are you a good reader? Would you be willing to read to a student or possibly be read to by a student? We could use your help! Please send your name and contact information to Christina Struyk-Bonn at struyk@mewebacademy.org
- Work Samples! If you are graduating this year and still need to complete those writing, reading and math work samples, please let us know and we'll get you scheduled! struyk@mewebacademy.org
- Dual Credit Classes: Juniors and seniors can take dual credit classes through MEWA and earn both high school credit and college credit at the same time! Sign up for BA 218 and earn credit for economics, sign up for WR 121 or WR 122 and you can earn English credit, sign up for Art 116 or Art 271 and earn fine arts credits! Other possibilities are available as well - please talk to your counselor about these possibilities when you sign up for courses next trimester.
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Metro East Web Academy
Futures Fair January 27th, 2015
Resume Building 12:00-2:00 -------------- Mock Interviews 2:00-4:00
Metro East Web Academy will hold a special event on to celebrate National School Choice Week.Students will have an opportunity to participate in a resume building workshop or mock interviews with local community organizations and businesses. Community organizations and businesses will hold mock interviews with students and share information about future employment, volunteer, internship, or other similar opportunities in which students can be better prepared for their future careers.For more information about National School Choice Week, visit schoolchoiceweek.comNichole SteeleParent Resource AdvocateMetro East Web Academy1394 NW Civic Dr.Gresham, OR 97030503-258-4790 (main)503-660-8413 (work cell)Parent/Family Group Meetings:1st of the month 9:00-10:30 amPlease RSVP if possible, an invite/reminder will be sent to parents prior!!
Students of the Month for December
Avanni Petras
Taylor Solis
Keyton Sweeney
Aysha Cabrera
Aysha Cabrera
Most Improved Students for December
Ernesto Sanchez
- Our State Report Card is now available! Both English and Spanish versions are available. Click on this Link! Go to Gresham Barlow School District in the scroll down menu and find Metro East Web Academy.
- If you would like information on signing up for the ACT or SAT, please see Ms. Menashe
- eAspire is a mentorship program for high school students who are interested in learning about educational and career opportunities. Students who sign up for the program are paired with a mentor who is trained in helping students with college applications, financial aid paperwork, vocational training opportunities and more. Student who apply must be in 9th, 10th, 11th or 12th grade and be able to communicate using email. If you are interested in the program please contact Brian Baker at 503-258-4796 for more details.
·Now available on our website:
We can now accept payments via PayPal for fees or donations. If you would like to donate to our school, we use the money to pay for scholarships and activities such as field trips, incentives, and other extras that we provide our students and programs. As we are a 501 (c) (3), all donations are tax deductible and we will furnish you with a letter with our federal tax ID #.
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We can now accept payments via PayPal for fees or donations. If you would like to donate to our school, we use the money to pay for scholarships and activities such as field trips, incentives, and other extras that we provide our students and programs. As we are a 501 (c) (3), all donations are tax deductible and we will furnish you with a letter with our federal tax ID #.
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