2008 DC Family Education Tech Expo

Saturday,
September 13, 2008

9:00 am - 4:30 pm

McKinley Tech
Senior High School
151 T Street, NE
Washington, DC

Take the Metro Red Line to the New York Avenue/Florida Avenue/Gallaudet University stop or the Rhode Island Avenue/Brentwood stop
[Free shuttle service between McKinley and the Metro Station]

The Expo is FREE but,
you need you to register on line

To Register Visit http://www.osse.dc.gov/

Some of what you can expect at this event!
-Free breakfast and lunch
-Free child care
-Children's Pavillion: moon bounce, games, face painting and more
-Free children's dental screening
-Workshops (helping with homework, parent/students rights and more
-Exhibition Hall (resources for college, tutoring, mentoring and more
-Free back packs and other give-a-ways
-Musical, spoken word and other entertainment
-Special Education resources
-After school resoureces
-Early intervention screening for preschoolers
-Much, much more for all parents, all students and all families

If you have questions contact:
Erica Louison, Ward Coordinator
(202) 238-9355

ADD & DROP DEADLINE IS TODAY

Friday, September 12, 2008

Important Reminder:

Today is the LAST day to change classes.

All Add and Dropslips must be approved by the STUDENT's OWN Counselor.

Forms MUST be submitted by Friday at NOON.

"Wilson High School Daily Bulletin"

“Creating the Model Urban High School in the United States”


Friday, September 12, 2008



It Is A New Day (A Message from Mr. Cahall) – Let me first tell you how proud and pleased I am with what I am seeing from our students. However, there is one area that I am concerned about and want all of us to focus on in the near future. The focus is being on time to school and to each class. I have made it my mission and central theme that I will ensure that our students are provided a world-class education in a respectful and nurturing school community. As a result, I have high expectations for our students. One of my expectations is that students are on time to school and to each class. This is a starting point in establishing an expectation that your education is important to you and that you want to learn.

On Wednesday, September 17 during homeroom, I will present my plan to our school community via closed circuit TV that will outline the goals, plans, consequences, and incentives for having students arrive to school on time. We will share our plan with parents and our community via our webpage, list-serve, and newsletters to ensure that everyone understands the plan and the rationale behind the plan. Please assist and support us, as we want to provide every student with a high quality education. It begins with the little things such as being on time to school and to class.

"Make It a Great Day or Not, Choice is YOURS"

"Wilson High School Daily Bulletin"

“Creating the Model Urban High School in the United States”


Thursday, September 11, 2008

Remembering September 11, 2001 – Today, we remember and honor our fellow Americans who lost their lives, injured, or impacted on September 11, 2001. We will have a moment of silence today to pause and remember the victims of this day.

Tomorrow, SEPTEMBER 12 is the last day to change classes. All Add and Drop slips must be approved by the STUDENT's OWN Counselor. These forms MUST be submitted by Friday at NOON. Signed, John Snoddy, School Counselor

"Make It a Great Day or Not, Choice is YOURS"

"Wilson High School Daily Bulletin"

“Creating the Model Urban High School in the United States”

Wednesday, September 10, 2008

Art Club - The Art Club will meet today and every Wednesday at STEP in Room 200. We are looking for more members who have some interest in art. No talent is required! Art Club provides "art services" to Wilson in the form of stage sets, backdrops for assemblies and Homecoming face painting. Come join us!

Are you interested in marine science? - Join NEMO, an after school club all about oceanic science. Our first meeting will be on Thursday at 3:30 in room 223. See Ms. Tilman in room 223 for more information.

"Make It a Great Day or Not, Choice is YOURS"

"Wilson High School Daily Bulletin"

“Creating the Model Urban High School in the United States”

Tuesday, September 9, 2008

Brainfood - If you are interested in the Brainfood after school program (which results in 100 hours of community service if you attend all classes), please attend one of the MANDATORY orientations at the following dates and locations:
Brainfood Chinatown (Calvary Baptist Church 733 8th St., NW)
Monday 9/8/08 4-6pm or Monday 9/15/08 4-6pm
Brainfood Columbia Heights (St. Stephen's of the Incarnation 1525 Newtown St., NW) Tuesday 9/9/08 4-6pm or Tuesday 9/16/08 4-6pm

Urban Alliance PAID Internships - Any student who is interested in applying to the Urban Alliance Internship program please stop by Rm. 227 during STEP or after school to make sure you get your application in by FRIDAY. You need a teacher recommendation AND one other recommendation so lets make sure it happens!

Wilson's Gay Straight Alliance - Meets every Thursday in room L26 next to the gym during STEP.

The Wilson Homecoming Talent Show - Students who are interested in participating in the Homecoming Talent Show should sign up in Room A-1 (Mrs. Williams-Chisholm's classroom) on Wednesday, September 10 during STEP. This is the only day for sign ups. The time and place for auditions will be shared with students who sign up. The show is scheduled for October 23. Teachers are welcome to participate as well. You can be reassured that Mr. Cahall and the administrative team will have an act in the show. Who is up for the challenge?

Asian Club - All students interested in Asian culture are invited to attend the first meeting of the Asian Club in room 210 (Ms. Ball's room) for 12:00 to 12:20 this Friday and most other Fridays throughout the school year.

Scholarship Opportunity - Manny Acta, manager of the Nationals would like to award scholarships to two students in the district this year. Students must write two paragraphs describing why they deserve the scholarship. Winners will receive a check for $2500 on the field during the September 18th game.
Criteria for the scholarship:
1. Two students (one male, one female) will receive a $2500 scholarship
2. Hispanic or African-American
3. College-bound Senior
4. Minimum 3.3 GPA
5. Projected field of study in college- Science, Technology, Business
6. Would prefer if students have financial need

"Make It a Great Day or Not, the Choice is YOURS"

COLLEGE TOUR

The Ivy League Tour

September 15th - 19th

Call or Email

Tour Director, JAMIL HAMEED AT 216-849-9400
email: cwefoundation@yahoo.com

Tour Director, AVIS WHITE THOMAS AT 202-657-1235
email: the_village1@msn.com