Farewell Mr. Tomie
Farewell Mr. Tomie
For the last six months, Seven Hills hosted Mr. Hiroki Tomie, an intern teacher from Japan. We were lucky to be in one of his classes. In his class, we learned from each other by studying a topic and then doing presentations. We presented about Japanese history, language, food and modern life. We got to learn about places in Japan like Hokkaido, Osaka, Tokyo, Shikoku and Kyushu. When studying different time periods of Japanese history, we saw a video clip about ninjas. Our class also played an awesome game called “Paper Sumo Wrestling.” Le was the champion.
We learned how to say and write some things in Japanese. We can greet each other and say some other things. If we go to a Japanese restaurant, we’ll know how to speak Japanese to tell them what we want to eat. We also know what to say before and after a meal to show good manners.
In Japan, if you get in big trouble with your parents or your teacher, you may have to do a “doge za” which means that you have to get down on your knees and bow down over and over again for a very long time as a big apology.
There are many things in America that come from Japan. Right now, Japanese animation is very popular. The most popular one in Japan is called “One Piece.” However, the one we like the best in America is called “Naruto.” Did you know that you have to read Japanese books from right to left and back to front?
Mr. Tomie will go back to Japan on October 10th. Mr. Tomie wants to be an English teacher in Japan. His English is very good so we think he will do a good job. We hope he has a safe trip back and a happy future. We hope that if he sees Mr. Funahashi in Japan, he will tell him that we said “hello.”
By LeNguyen, Samuel Sarkodie, Andres Lorenzana
Seven Hills Charter Public School Lunch Program
· Breakfast is free to all students everyday.
· We celebrated the Mass Harvest for Students in September. The event was a great success. Students sampled produce from Lanni Orchards in Lunenburg, MA. Students sampled yellow & red tomatoes, peaches, pears, cucumbers, and apples. October will be Apple and cider month. Students will have the opportunity to sample cider and local apples.
· Seven Hills Charter Public School requires all families to fill out a free & reduced lunch application every year.
· If you have not done so Please fill out the application completely and send it Once the application has been processed you will be notified of the results by mail. If you do not receive notification or have any question please contact the Tasha Griffin at 508-799-7500 ex 1114.
· Full price lunch is $2.00 and reduced lunch is .40 cents per day, which includes milk.
· Students must pay for their lunch or have money on their lunch accounts. THERE is NO charging allowed this year.
· We are currently looking for parents to join our wellness committee if you are interested please contact the food Service office.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the food service office at 508-799-7500 ex 1114.
SHCPS Parent Guild Update: Congratulations to all those who participated in our Fall’08 Varsity Gold Card Fundraiser. Although we did not reach our goal, we did raise $3,000.00. Thank you again for all your support. The following students were the “Top Sellers” in their classrooms and received $10.00 or $20.00 via a pencil pull along with several Friday dress down days:
Sabryna Lugo-Gardner Ms. Slarsky Room 205 K
Michael Abaidoo Ms. Vickers Room 301 K
Elly Kulesza Ms. Lagace Room 304 K
Anastasia Ranese Ms. Fogarty Room 401 1st
Aaron Asarie-Parker Ms. Belhumeur Room 403 1st
Tiara Williams-Price Ms. Heath-Tong Room 421 1st
Folashade Ishola Mr. Chamberlain Room 201 2nd
Jaelyn Lizotte Mrs. Underwood Room 316 2nd
Aaron Fannoh Ms. Cranham Room 317 2nd
Andrew Rodriguez Ms. Caporale Room 323 3rd
Haylee Sulkoski Ms. Wright Room 309 3rd
Raymond Lugo Ms. Ambroise Room 313 3rd
Matthew Mullin Mr. Ossorio Room 312 4th
Alexus Goden Ms. Adams Room 411 4th
Tatyana Lugo-Gardner Ms. Shattuck Room 412 4th
Victoria Ishola Ms. Ey Room 413 5th
Alexa Macquaye Mr. Underwood Room 415 5th
Gerardo Rivera Mr. Oliveira Room 407 5th
Roberto Santiago Ms. Smith Room 210 6th
Roberto Lugo Mr. DiGioia Room 219 6th
Tiana Felix Mr. Alongi Room 222 6th
Asia Boisoneau Mr. Kirshenbaum Room 225 7th
Luke Okerlund Ms. Dupere Room 229 7th
Amber Lemoyne Ms. Daw Room 113 8th
Natalie Correa Ms. Langlois Room 209 8th
Tasha Gaye Mr. Hoskins Room 227 8th
The Parent Guild meets every 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm at the school. FREE babysitting (certified) is available, and light refreshments will be served. Please feel free to drop in. Our meetings include but are not inclusive to, planning annual events, coordinating our parent support for upcoming school events and disbursing funds.
If you are interested in volunteering for any of the following events please let us know. We will also ask for volunteers through the schools monthly newsletter as events approach.
Helping in the School Store at Lunchtime (11:00am – 1:00pm)
Holiday Bazaar - Wednesday, December 3 – Friday, December 5, 2008
Spring Pictures - Thursday, April 9, 2009
Field Day - Thursday, June 11, 2009
Our next Dress Down Day for Students and Staff for $1.00 to support Field Day 2009 is Monday, November 10, 2008. Parent Guild contact information: Donna Lemoyne, Parent Guild Chairperson: 508-799-7500 x1079
Tuesday, October 21st at 4PM is our first School Advisory Council date.
We are now accepting nominations for our 2008-2009 School Advisory Council! You may nominate yourself or someone else by sending in a note to the front office.
SAC Purpose Under the Massachusetts Education Reform Act, all schools are required to have a school advisory council who works with other school groups to help design and implement the annual school improvement plan and district accommodation plan.
SAC Membership The council should be comprised of equal representation of staff, parents and community members (4 of each), and should include members from each academy. Members may serve two, two year terms.
The Commitment The SAC meets once per month as a whole group. Project specific subcommittees may be formed to carry out the council initiatives.
PLEASE TURN THIS INTO YOUR HOMEROOM TEACHER IF INTERESTED:
NAME______
CHILD’S NAME, GRADE:______
CONTACT PHONE NUMBER:______
YOUR INTERESTS, GOALS:______
______
October 21st at 6PM is the Special Education Parent Advisory Council. The meeting will be at 6PM. Refreshments are available. This is for parents of Special Education students. We look forward to seeing you.
You Are Invited!
What: Seven Hills Charter School’s High School Gear Up Night
Come and meet with representatives from many of Worcester’s local high schools and get information about the school. You will be able to ask questions and get information on programs offered, extracurricular activities, entrance exam information, application procedures, etc.
Who: Parents and students in the 7th and 8th grade (8th grade families are strongly encouraged to attend, 7th grade families are welcome to come as it will help you gain an understanding of what is available).
When: Tuesday, October 21st, 2008
Time: 5:30pm – 6:30pm