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As life continues to move forward in a direction we never expected, we hope that this newsletter finds you and your family doing well. We thank you for your partnership in this journey. Together we are NRW and together is what makes this a great and loving community to be part of. The horizon is bright in our district and we thank you for your partnership.
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A note from your principals
Hello from your new HS Principal -Mr. Bradley
It is a unique time to be coming into this new role at North Rose-Wolcott, but I am very excited to be here as the new high school principal and to start working with the teachers, students, and families at NRW High School. I know that there have been a lot of great systems put in place over the last month and a half to keep students learning and connected to the school community during this time of uncertainty. Please rest assured that these systems will still function as they have and we will continue to find ways to educate and support students and families while this pandemic continues and until we are able to return to school.
Coping with everything that has taken place and with all the disruptions that have occurred to our lives can be challenging. Rather than focus on the things we have missed out on during these times, I encourage everyone to utilize these circumstances to try something new! Read something you've been setting aside. Challenge yourself to exercise for 30 minutes a day. Try out a new recipe. Connect virtually with someone you haven't spoken to in a while. Practice that instrument a little extra or hone those artistic abilities. The opportunities are limited only by your imagination and creativity.
Staying as connected as possible during these times can help ease emotions and be a positive distraction from everything happening outside of our control. I encourage you to continue to check in with your teachers, do your best on your academics, and make the most of the things that you do have control of. Please feel free to reach out via email or phone. I am eager to get to know the NRW students and families!
Mr. Bradley
Farewell to Mrs. Jordan by Student Council
For the past few months, NRW has had the honor of having Mrs. Sandy Jordan as the interim principal. Although her stay was short, she made an impact that will last forever. Mrs. Jordan has an amazing ability to make everyone feel included and to truly listen to concern and make adjustments. Her strong will and heart was exactly what NRW needed. Within Student Council, we had made many fun plans for the end of the year. Although these things cannot happen now, Mrs. Jordan’s undivided support and creativity was refreshing. We would like to thank Mrs. Jordan for her time and her passion for change. NRW will miss you, and you will always be welcome into our green and white world.
Kind regards,
North Rose-Wolcott Student Council
Grading for Term 4 - More information coming soon.
On April 20th, we began distributing work that focused on new learning. We know that many parents and guardians are more comfortable using School Tool to monitor grades and progress. Individual assignments for Quarter 4 will be entered into School Tool and will receive a grade of Exemplary, Satisfactory, or Needs Improvement. We also will indicate any assignment that was not attempted.
Exemplary
· Exemplary level work is mastery level work.
· This would be for students who go above and beyond what is expected of them
· Their work represents quality, not quickness
· Assignments are completed at a high level
· Non-graded assignments are accessed and utilized
· Recommended due dates are usually adhered to
· Students take ownership in their learning by reaching out to the instructor
·
Satisfactory
· Work that is completed is not commensurate with the ability of the student
· Work often represents quickness, not quality
· 1 or 2 assignments are only partially completed or not completed at all
· Non-graded assignments are not regularly accessed or utilized
· Recommended due dates are met occasionally
· Students rarely reach out to classmates or their instructor for assistance
Needs Improvement
· Most assignments have not been accessed or completed
· Recommended due date are rarely met
· Student has not reached out to the instructor for assistance
· Student has rarely logged on to Google Classroom
Assignment Not Attempted
· No work attempted
· Assignments turned in blank
· Work not turned in
This is phase one of our grading system and is currently in place for assignments only for Quarter 4. At the time of this newsletter, we are waiting on information from NYSED for final decisions on final averages for the year and will communicate that information once we know.
If you have and questions or comments please Principal Scott Bradley (sbradley@nrwcs.org) or Assistant Principal Jason Shetler (jshetler@nrwcs.org).
YEARBOOKS, by Mrs. Judge
Yearbooks will be printed and distributed. Those that want to purchase a yearbook can. The specifics are not finalized yet, though. The publishing company is located in Texas and was shut down due to government order. When they can reopen, they will be begin printing, but there are many schools waiting for their yearbooks so everyone has to be patient. I am in touch regularly with the company and as soon as I know an estimated delivery date, I will make a plan to be at a central location for distribution and will accept payment for those wanting to purchase. When the time comes, checks (made out to NRW Yearbook) and cash will be accepted. The cost is $65. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Judge (jenniferjudge@nrwcs.org)
Cougar Care Packages
Special thanks to Jenna Roelle for sharing her contents photo with us.
Tim and Nick getting their home delivery
The Delivery Bandit's ready for action
Kennedy with a big smile after receiving her care package
Brooke was so excited, she could hardly hide it
Preparing the packages one table at a time
Paige as we caught her coming out to grab the gift.
Shout-outs to Underclassmen
Food distribution interview with Mrs. Donna Rivello
We are so proud of our food service employees and all the other people helping provide meals for students in our district. Since we began the meal distribution program, we have provided approximately 20,000 meals to students in the NRW district and will continue to provide them moving forward as long as we are facing this crisis.
This has been a lot more work than usual but these women are all about providing meals to our students. We are so proud of them! When you can, please take a moment to thank anyone you see involved in this food distribution.
Our Food service team rockstars are Marlena Sells, Deb Miller, Linda Harper, Yolanda Dubois, Christina Marriott, Elizabeth Ferguson, Mary Swarthout, Valerie Azzolina, Deb Forjone, and Arlene Perce (See photo below)
Getting ready for the big push!
Our Rockstar Team!
Deputy Pitt preparing for battle
An update on Food distribution by Mrs. Barr
Since we now know that we will be closed for the remainder of the school year, and in order to best meet the needs of our families, beginning May 11th, breakfast and lunch will be delivered to all students in the district on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays between 9 and 11 am. There will no longer be an option to pick up meals at the high school. Every student will have meals for Monday and Tuesday delivered each Monday. Meals for Wednesday and Thursday will be delivered on Wednesday, and Friday’s breakfast and lunch will be delivered each Friday. All students in the district are automatically enrolled in this delivery program and will have meals delivered directly to their homes. There is no action required on your part to participate in the delivery program. If you would like to opt-out of meal delivery for your child, please contact us by emailing meals@nrwcs.org or calling (315)594-5510. If you have one, you can leave a cooler. Otherwise, you should let it be dropped off by the door, mailbox or on the porch. Foryour safety and the safety of our staff, there will be no direct interaction, so you should not meet the delivery outside.
If you are in need of food pantry information, please visit the district website at nrwcs.org, click on “Resources for Parents” then “Food Pantries” or contact the Cougar Cupboard by calling 315-587-4005 ext. 2907 or emailing cougarcupboard@nrwcs.org. Thank you again for allowing us the opportunity to serve your family during this time.
Sincerely,
Bridgette Barr
Community Schools Administrator
North Rose-Wolcott Central School DistrictNRW Cougar Cupboard by Mr. Grasso
It has been almost 8 weeks since the North Rose- Wolcott community has begun dealing with the “new” normal, where terms like social distancing and distance learning have become all too familiar to us all. Essential workers stepped up to provide services to our communities who suddenly saw their lives change. During this time of uncertainty, displays of community seems to shine more brightly than maybe we noticed just a few weeks ago.
An example of the NRW community can be seen through the actions of the Cougar Cupboard. Cougar Cupboard is a food pantry with the mission of assisting students and community members. Even with school closed, the Cupboard continues to serve our community. Prior to the pandemic, the Cupboard served families in need and also provided 115 students food “backpacks” monthly throughout the school year. Since the pandemic, there has been an increased need for this service to our community. In March, once the pandemic hit, there was immediate need from the community and over 30 households were provided a variety of food options that month alone. April saw over 40 households provided assistance, including 78 adults and 109 children. To put things over the top, the Cougar Cupboard has been able to even provide delivery services to over 30 households due to the efforts of Scott Converse and the NRW transportation department. Volunteers spend countless hours ordering, organizing, packing, and delivering food to our community members in need. Since the pandemic the Cougar Cupboard has already received 3 Food Link deliveries and has another scheduled for early May.
Also, recently announced, the Cougar Cupboard (along with 6 other districts) received a crisis supplies grant. This is rolling out currently and allows the Cougar Cupboard to supply families with personal hygiene and paper products, laundry detergent, and baby supplies in addition to the food service which we continue to maintain.
There are countless people and organizations to thank, and this list is only a small indication of the people who have made efforts to contribute back to this great community that we call NRW. Special thanks go out to the Wolcott Elks Club, Kristin DeFeo, Colleen Anthony, Julie Norris, Scott Converse, Maureen Sweeney, Cary Merritt , Irene Interlichia, Cathy Grasso, Chere Poole, Cathy LaValley, Mike Grasso, Joyce Freeman, Nikki Guillod, Bridgette Barr, Kellie Marciano, & Sara Boogaard. Thank you to the NRW custodial and secretarial staff for all your continued support. You are the back-bone to this process and without your continued support, this would not be possible.
If you would like to support the Cougar Cupboard, monetary donations can be made out to “NRW Cougar Cupboard” and sent to the high school address, or non- perishable food items can be brought to the NRW High School Main Office.
A tribute to Seniors, created by Paige Shipley
Department Reports
Art by Mrs. Allen
Artwork for the Open Minded Exhibit
At Main Street Arts
Main Street Arts, a gallery in Clifton Springs, NY, hosts an annual 5x7 art exhibit for high school and middle school students. Each year they provide a different theme for students to create within. The schools purchase 5”x7” canvases for the students to do their work on. The work is then sent to Main Street Arts where they hang the collection for all to see. While not all of the NRW students were able to get their canvases before school let out, some of our Advanced and AP students did. The exhibit will now be held online and we hope to send out the link when it is posted for June. If any Drawing and Painting students would still like to participate in this exhibit, contact Mrs. Allen or Mrs. Patterson. You don’t need a canvas, just a surface that is 5 inches by 7 inches. We need to have all work submitted to them this month for the online exhibit. Thank you to all of the students who worked so hard to create pieces for this exhibit.
As we mentioned in the last Newsletter, NRW has sent out 22 portraits to The Memory Project. While their photos are still in the foyer display case, their portraits have been sent back to the organization to package up for delivery to USSR areas. Here are a few more of the completed portraits from this year. To the left is a piece by Autumn Cole.
Our AP students are still working on their portfolios that are due later this month. Here is some of the work they have created. Please cheer them on as they work toward the finish line. To our 2D Crew:
Mackenzie Frazer,
Paige Shipley,
Brooke Webber,
and Dominique Warring
And our 3D Crew:
Isabella DeFeo
Maggie Lapp
Justin Bachman
Madeline Tompkins
Mikayla DeBoerdere
These are interesting times with new hurdles, but you’ve got this!!!
CAP Introduction to Photography and Darkroom Techniques: Taking a New Turn
While our film is on hold, CAP Photo students have been taking photos in black and white and making some fun solar prints to replicate the exposure process. Here is some of the work they have produced so far. They are just starting their photo essays to round out the semester.
Grace Zlobl
Mercedes Crum
Grace Zlobl
Business
No report at this time.
English Language Arts by Mrs. Hawkinson
Mrs. Hawkinson’s Tenth graders are working on an exciting unit based on the book Unwind by Neal Shusterman. If for some reason your student does not have a copy, feel free to contact Mrs. Hawkinson at whawkinson@nrwcs.org. So far in quarantine, students read Part I- Part III of the novel. They learned about the art of persuasion and will now create advertisements using logos, pathos and ethos. Next, they will review the format for an argument essay and practice the important skill of developing arguments. Mrs. Hawkinson usually posts daily agendas on Google classroom by 9:30 AM. Parents can receive weekly updates from Google Classroom. If you do not already receive these updates and would like to be added or if your student needs any assistance, feel free to reach out through e-mail. I hope you are all safe and well!
Foreign Language by Mr. Senor
A few weeks ago NRW students did a Zoom call with an English class in Chile. NRW students had an extended bilingual conversation about what they like to do, their interests, and most importantly, how the coronavirus pandemic has affected students in both countries. Both Carolina, the Chilean English teacher, and I were very impressed with how well the students communicated their thoughts. Having a conversation with complete strangers in a foreign language can be challenging and I am very pleased with how our NRW students managed the situation!
Mr. Matkosky
Mathematics by Miss Wasielewski
NRW High School students are hard at work learning math. Algebra students are learning about bivariate statistics, which is used a lot in the real world. Students are reading tables and interpreting data. They are also learning about least squares regression lines and how they model situations.
Algebra A students are learning about solving systems of equations using the elimination method. They will begin solving real world problems shortly.
Algebra B students are learning about statistics and how to represent data. They are creating dot plots, histograms, and box plots.
Geometry students are learning about circles. They are learning to calculate arc length, arc measure, and area of sectors. Students will also learn to write the equation of a circle and translate between radians and degrees.
Algebra II students are learning about trig functions. They are busy discovering where sine and cosine came from, as well as graphing trig functions and applying trig functions to different types of problems.
AP Calculus students are reviewing free response questions for the AP exam. Students studied different types of free response questions and used the relationships between derivatives and integrals to solve real world problems. Students are gearing up for the AP Exam on May 12th!
AP Computer Science students continued to refine their knowledge of methods, arrays, and arrayLists. Students worked hard to differentiate between array and array list methods. Students are gearing up for the AP Exam on May 15th!
The math department would like to give a shout out to the following Algebra, Geometry, and AP students who consistently go above and beyond in their math courses:
Amanda Akins – Geometry
Hunter Anderson – Algebra
AJ Anthony – Geometry
Caleb Baldwin – Geometry
Reilly Batzold – Geometry
Abby Breen – Algebra
Jenna Bullard – Algebra
Lily Bundy – Algebra
Derick Chavez – Geometry
Matt Cole – Geometry
Kelli Conrow – Geometry
Jack DeFeo – Geometry
MacKenzie DeWolf – Algebra
Emma Durham – AP Calc/AP Comp Sci
Ryleigh Edwards – Geometry
Maria Francisco – Algebra
Mackenzie Frazer – AP Calc
Semaj Ford – Algebra
Skylar Fox – AP Calc
Emily Grevell – Geometry
Alex Hernandez – Algebra
Catherine Hillyard – Algebra
Brady Jones – Algebra
Grace King – Geometry
Ryan King – AP Calc
Courtney Laird – Algebra
Alyssa Lipps – Geometry
Clara Maddison – Geometry
Cameron McCann – AP Comp Sci
Emily Pellicano – Algebra
Grace Putman – Geometry
Kaleigh Ross – Algebra
Gus Vanderlinde – Algebra
Abi Jo Wanek – AP Comp Sci
Kal Warring – Algebra
Nate Wazinski – Geometry
Noah Wazinski – Geometry
Sara White – Algebra
Eryn Youngman – Algebra
Music by Mr. Witkiewitz
The NRW band has been working online as well. We are using google classroom to collaborate distribute materials as well as video conferencing. We are also using a program called smart music where students are able to read music and play their instrument into their computer. The computer follows them, analyses it for mistakes and tells them where the mistakes were made! The cool thing is that the program records it for Mr. Witkiewitz to listen to and see where the mistakes were made. We can even make assignments out of it! In the future, music examples will be posted! One of the pieces of music we are working on is a piece called Variations on “America” by Charles Ives. It takes you on a journey of American classic music with some twists and turns throughout – quite a rollercoaster ride (especially for the woodwinds). I felt that this piece is a good representation of the position we are in, alone, but we are together as Americans. As Americans we are strong, we will do our part, and we will succeed! A link to a great recording is below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b01IyzV5i2I
Mr. Witkiewitz has also been helping out some of the percussionists with some drum set videos. Here is a groove that has been assigned to the percussionists:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1v0NJHTztYBIYjBFQhAXfG8jHmsPNJ8nI/view
Mr. Witkiewitz is hopeful to start posting music videos or NRW students soon!
Physical Education by Miss Bromley
Last week we had our first zoom meetings with our all our classes- 9th-12th grades.
It was a great chatting with students in this type of setting.
We are currently setting time aside to try a google meet, hoping for more students to participate.
Posted on google classroom weekly are assignments. Mondays – sports oriented videos and questions/answers. Thursday- fitness/activity based logs and information to help our students add to their on- going projects relating to this subject. Anywhere from cardio, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility to yard work, chopping wood, chores to social/emotional based exercises like mindfulness, meditation and calmness.
Stay tuned for more great ideas and creative activities from PE.
Science by Mr. Wojieck
Mrs. Landry is meeting daily with her Chemistry students for some exciting lessons. Below you will see a little fun photo from their latest Zoom session.
Social Studies
Mr. Hawley’s participation on government students are about to begin a unit on conspiracy theories. He has not taught it as an online project before but he has some ideas to keep it interesting and engaging.
In Economics, students will be learning about loans. In the next few years, they might need to know about borrowing money for education, cars, homes, small businesses and more. Hopefully this is one of the more practical units we will cover this semester.
Ms. Maynard's World History Classes
9th Pre-AP World History course is getting back on track to ensure we are covering the content students will be accountable for next year's AP exam, as well as working on practicing the skills needed for the AP course next year. Assignments are posted every Monday and Wednesday.
10th World History: We have started moving forward with content, but are also continuing to practice the skills they will need for their history course next year. Assignments are posted every Monday and Wednesday.
I am always available for help. I will adjust my schedule to fit yours. All you need to do is reach out!
I miss you!!!!!
Ms. M
Mrs. Bart’s World History 10 students have been studying the Rise of Hitler, the Holocaust, and WWII in the European and Pacific Theatres. AP World History students are eagerly preparing for their AP Exam on Thursday May 21st,1:30pm which they will take online. All information will be provided through google classroom and the student’s school email. The history department wishes them all the best on their first college exam.
Mr. Grasso’s Global History Class is currently learning about Gandhi and India’s Independence Movement. They just recently completed WWII. Weekly assignments are posted through Google Classroom. Stay safe and keep pushing yourself to work to your best ability. I look forward to seeing all of my students in person.
Mr. Flaherty’s U.S. History Classes are beginning to study America’s role in the years leading up to World War II. The students have been working hard to discover the difficulties Americans overcame during the Great Depression. Weekly assignments are posted on Google Classroom, and each week we will be having a Google Meet on Wednesdays at 11 am to check in and discuss the weekly assignments.
Special Education
Technology by Mr. LaValley
CNC & Laser processing is a relatively new course offered through our Technology department, which is taught by Mr. LaValley. The course teaches students how to use a laser engraver and a CNC router to process various materials. The laser engraver can be used for engraving and cutting various materials. In order to layout and create their jobs, the students first have to learn the difference between a raster image (composed of pixels such as a photo) and a vector image (composed of paths, similar to a dot-to dot). In order to work with both file types, the students are taught two different software packages. The first is Adobe Photoshop, which they use to design and/or create raster images, these images can then be used for laser engraving onto different materials such as wood, plastics, glass, etc. The second one is Adobe Illustrator, which is used to create vector-based images; this will then be sent to the laser to cut out various parts on different materials.
One of the first projects they have to design and laser engrave is a coaster. This gives them working experience of how to incorporate several raster images into one design within Adobe Photoshop. After they have created their designs, they are taught about the safe and proper method for using the laser engraver. From here, they will engrave their coaster design onto wood as well as a ceramic tile. This requires them to change the speed and power of the laser in order to get the desired result on a given material.
As the students were working on their coasters, another staff member saw one and was impressed with how well they turned out. He asked Mr. LaValley if one of his students could make one with the Army logo on it. When Mr. LaValley proposed the idea to his class, Dan Lindenmuth, son of Mark Lindenmuth and Michell Friedler offered to do it. He made two of them one on wood and another on a ceramic tile. Dan then decided to make a couple with the NAVY design for a friend Dave Huber who had served in the NAVY. Dan got very creative on the wood coaster as he painted part of the design in a dark blue. The attached photos are of the Photoshop designs and not the actual coaster as they are currently in use.
A update from Counseling
SAT
SAT administrations every month through the end of the calendar year, beginning in August. This includes a new administration on September 26 and the previously scheduled tests on August 29, October 3, November 7, and December 5.
Students can register for these administrations starting in May. We’ll contact students directly during the week of May 26 to provide an exact date. Eligible students can register with a fee waiver.
Students can get early access to register for August, September, and October if they’re:
- Already registered for June
- In the high school class of 2021 and don’t have SAT scores
ACT
As CDC and local guidelines for safety allow, ACT will offer national test dates on June 13 and July 18. If a test center is not able to open on the national test date, a makeup test date will be provided a week later. The makeup test date for the June 13 national test date will be June 20, and the makeup test date for the July 18 test date will be July 25.
Starting in the late fall of 2020/early winter, ACT will introduce a new option allowing students to take the ACT test at their home on a computer through remote proctoring as part of its national testing program. More information about this option will be available in the coming weeks.
SUNY Virtual Open House Information
https://www.suny.edu/attend/visit-us/virtual-open-house/
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
It is now more important than ever to make sure you are taking care of yourself and each other. You are not alone, we are all in this together. The CDC has many useful resources on stress, anxiety and coping in relation to COVID-19 and being socially isolated during this time.
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/managing-stress-anxiety.html
Individual Counseling
Please remember that individual counseling is available to students during this time. Please reach out to your counselor to set it up.
High School Counselors:
Mrs. Beresford - aberesford@nrwcs.org
Mr. VanLaeken - svanlaeken@nrwcs.org
Mrs. Kandt - rkandt@nrwcs.org
Mrs. Pierce - spierce@delphirise.org
CONTESTS ON FACEBOOK AND INSTAGRAM
FACEBOOK - http://www.facebook.com/nrwhs
Winners of the Facebook Contests started in April. The shirts were sponsored by the NRW Booster Club and the NRWE Cougar Pride Parent Group.
Contest #1 – Upload your Baby Photo
Lisa Knorr – Staff
Brooke Webber = Senior
AllisonDenk – Parent
Contest #2 – Decipher the lock combination with the following clues
JennaRoelle – Senior
ReillyBatzold – Class of 2024
Jen Kerr – Staff
Contest #3 – Eye Test
Kennedy Jones – Senior
Trisha Fitzpatrick – Parent
Contest #4 – Guess the # of Lollipops
Roman Perez – NRW Alumni
During our extended building closure, we hope to post two contests per week. Check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for your chance to win.
Instagram - @northrosewolcotths
Some thoughts and highlights from staff
Woodworking - A story from Mr. Wojieck (Woj)
The whole reason I got into woodworking was to preserve things that normally would be disposed off or rot away and make them into something new. I do better work when perfection is not required and I will easily admit that to anyone. I like taking things that spent their lives somewhere else and make them into something new.
In 2004, I lost my grandmother to lung cancer. It was the first time I absolutely lost it at a funeral. I had never felt such a raw emotion in my life and didn't again until my son Mason was born. My grandmother, who I called Babcia Grampy, and I would spend hours talking and when I finally got my license, often times I would head over to her house up on the hill just to visit. Even now almost 16 years later, there are days that I just miss her out of the blue.
Years ago she had a cedar chest that had fallen apart. My grandfather,being a child of the Great Depression and not being one to waste anything, took the top off that chest and put it off to the side.Somehow, I ended up with it in my own shop. On Easter Sunday I has a vision to finally put that old cedar top to use. So with wood salvaged from my grandmothers cedar chest, my parents old maple dining table, and some pallet wood, I put this coffee table together. And now when I rub my hand across the top I can almost feel her holding my hand like she did when I was younger. I hope she sees that this has now become an heirloom that maybe her great grandchildren may hold on to or re-purpose into something that they can share a memory about in the future.
A note from Mrs. Judge
“Mini Judge” (aka my daughter Deanna) and I had such a blast delivering Cougar Care packages to some of the seniors on Monday. Not only was it great to see a bunch of students, teachers, and staff, it was a fantastic break from the monotony of working at home! I know the weather hasn’t been that great, but, if you can, go for a drive, bike ride, or walk. It is a wonderful way of rejuvenating your brain, calming stir-craziness, and getting rid of cabin fever J
Green thumb by Mrs. Wiktorowicz
As a child, Mrs. Wiktorowicz grew up on a fruit and vegetable farm in Lockport, N.Y. (near Buffalo). She spent her springs and summers planting, picking, and selling the crops at her family’s roadside stand. These experiences taught her the values of hard work and responsibility, which she hoped to one day share with her own children.
This year, Mrs. Wiktorowicz and her husband purchased a home in Syracuse with space for a garden! With the help of her family, she prepared for the growing season by planting a variety of seeds in their small greenhouse. Excitedly, her four-year-old daughter decided that they must plant squash, peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, and a variety of other vegetables. With the weather getting warmer, the Wiktorowicz family then tilled up their garden and planted onions, lettuce, radishes, and snow peas. Once the threat of frost is gone, they will then move many of their greenhouse plants into the garden, which Mrs. Wiktorowicz hopes will be sooner than later with this wild New York weather.
Mrs. Wiktorowicz has loved getting back to her “roots” with her new garden! She has expanded her greenhouse growing to flowers as well, and she is ecstatic that her family is enjoying and assisting with all of the different growing stages.
Are you interested in starting your own little garden at home? Email Mrs. Wiktorowicz at awiktorowicz@nrwcs.org with any of your questions!
Library News
This month the library focused on STEAM. We continued with #wildlifewednesdays using explore.org to look at many live cams of different types of animals. The library celebrated Earth Day by highlighting one of the most important animals to the world as a whole- but also to farmers! Bees!
Another important topic that we will be looking at is evaluating information. Now more than ever, we need to be sure we are taking in all the correct information. Being able to tell the difference between inaccurate information and legitimate news is very important. Click here or copy the link below to visit the library's how to on evaluating the news!
I can't wait to see all of our students again!
Sincerely,
Amanda Johnson
Athletics
A note from the athletic director, Mrs. Roberts-Grant
Hello NRW students,
We learned recently that our Governor has extended the school closure for the remainder of the year. This is more time to make important decisions on how you can better yourself, foster a deeper appreciation for the things we easily take for granted, learn something new that will help you grow toward your goals, or build deeper and closer relationships with the people you love.
If during this time you are struggling with difficult emotions or circumstances, know you can reach out to us and we will do what we can to help. I know it’s not always easy to ask for help or talk about difficulties, but know you still can count on us even though we are not together. All staff are available to speak or email with you.
Consider creating a daily schedule if you haven’t done so already. A sample is below. Try your best to be consistent and follow it on weekdays.
For athletes, don’t let go of your passion for athletics, fitness or the game while the season is postponed. Keep practicing on your own so you stay in shape and sharpen your skills. Those who do this could make incredible gains over your future opponents, especially if they are not making good use of this time.
The #WeKeepPlaying panel hosted in partnership with Yahoo Sports on Saturday an inspiring conversation — You can relive the conversation by clicking here - https://default.salsalabs.org/Tce01e4bb-c85d-4272-a5ed-8b3bdbe3438e/6ea3a186-4da1-40ff-9ef8-afe66c33f1a8
You can watch the full event, featuring iconic women in sport including Billie Jean King, Sabrina Ionescu, Scout Bassett, and Kendall Coyne Schofield, who provided one of my favorite moments of inspiration from the program.
Right now, there are a ton of resources online to help you stay physically active, mentally strong and inspired with programs like #WeKeepPlaying and weekly virtual "Ask an Athlete Ambassador" Instagram Live sessions.
#KeepPlaying wants to offer some of their favorite ways to stay active. They have compiled a variety of free, at-home workout options to help you #KeepPlaying throughout the coming weeks.
Turn to the pros
Champion athletes are staying at home and getting creative by sharing workout videos and tips on their social media platforms. A trending favorite is Olympian Rachel Dawson's Instagram posts detailing her field hockey workouts. Her posts are easy to follow and include video demonstrations of each exercise!
Looking for a more traditional workout routine? Professional climber Sasha DiGiulian also has a series of no-equipment-needed workouts.
PE Class is still in session - Online learning has not stopped physical education (P.E.) teachers from continuing their craft! Please stay tuned with your PE teachers and keep moving. If you want even more rigor or activities, checkout the "P.E. With Joe" series, which is posted daily and is geared towards kids.
Also, don’t forget to check out the BelieveInYou online series if you haven’t already. www.believeinyou.com
We will get through this together. #AloneTogether
Yours in Sport,
Mrs. Roberts-Grant
Athletic Director/Assistant Principal
Student of the Month
March - Citizenship Winners:
9th - Eryn Youngman
10th - Dawsen Rodas
11th - John Kelly
12th- Justin Bachman
During the month of April, our student of the month theme was Being Relentless. The following students were awarded the Student of the Month for April and should be receiving their certificate and string bag in the mail soon
April - Relentless Winners:
9th - AJ Anthony
10th - Zachary DeRoo
11th - Kayla Allen
12th- Sydney Reppi
Our final Student of the Month Award will be handed out in May. May's theme will be High Achieving for those students who totally rock the classroom experience.
Delphi News by Mrs. Pierce
COVID-19 and Vaping: What You Should Know
-Between 2018 and 2019 electronic cigarette use among teens has increased by 80%. That is an alarming rise and one that can be scary.
-As with cigarette smoking, vaping can also make you more susceptible to lung infections and complications. Since COVID-19 significantly effects the lungs this is a huge concern.
-Out of 78 patients with COVID-19, those who had a history of smoking/vaping were 14 times as likely to develop pneumonia.
- Harm parts of the brain that control the ability to retain information and pay attention.
-Put your child at risk of inhaling harmful substances like nicotine, heavy metals, volatile organic compounds and chemicals that can cause lung disease or cancer.
-Increase the risk of having heart disease or a chronic lung disease like COPD.
-Possibly increase the risk of future addiction to other drugs.
It is important to have an open conversation with you teens about vaping and supporting them to help stop their usage. Truthinitiative.org is a great resource for family and friends to help support their teen to quit vaping. Some tips include:
- Support, don’t scold. Support is going to have a huge impact and encourage your teen to make the right choice.
-Seek out resources such as the This is Quitting program that was created by teens and college student who have tried to or successfully quit vaping. Users receive interactive daily texts and it also serves as a resource for parents. To access the program users text “DITCHJUUL to 88709.
* I am also now avalible for non-emergency phone/zoom counseling sessions Monday-Friday. You do not have to be a current client to reach out. If you are interested please contact me at spierce@delphirise.org to schedule an appointment.*
-Mrs. Pierce
NRW Prevention Educator and Counselor
Delphi Rise
Class News
Class of 2020 -
The North Rose Wolcott Class of 2020 continues to show that they are a resilient class. Facing many cancelations, postponements, state mandated social distancing conditions, and now school being cancelled for the remainder of the year is not the way many envisioned their senior year to end. However, in the face of such adversity the class has been able to maintain the positive and strive to do the best with what they have. Recent positive notes include Senior Care Packages, which were sent and/or delivered to our graduating students by some loud honking teachers. The care packages were a small way of our faculty and staff to show appreciation to this class. Prom hasn’t been canceled, just postponed at this time as we await further guidance from the state as we are hopeful for a July date. Senior Spotlights have been a way to highlight the NRW Seniors on Facebook, so if you have a senior you would like to spotlight, have them contact WHawkinson@nrwcs.org. The NRW district is proceeding with what options are available for a safe Graduation Procession, and a committee is working diligently to make these plans a reality. Also, we are working on putting together an incredible senior slideshow to highlight our seniors as they grew up. Please send any pictures of seniors, from baby pictures all the way through senior year, to cwasielewski@nrwcs.org. Class Advisors Ms. Wasielewski and Mr. Grasso wanted to shout out to the class of 2020 having pulled off the best Senior Skip Day ever. Stay safe and keep showing the PRIDE.
Class of 2021 -
If you are looking for updates and information about the junior class events, please see the Class of 2021 Google Classroom page. To join use the code p6onyd5. We have a class meeting every Friday at 11:00 AM via Zoom. Here are some of the things we have been discussing. We are hoping to reschedule the Junior Ball for a summer date. More information to come. We also thought it might be fun to do a junior class game night on Zoom. There will be a survey for interest in this event on the Google Classroom page soon. We are also going to do some kind of virtual class election for senior class officers. I hope to have an update on our senior trip soon as well. Be sure to take care of yourselves! Check in with each other often and have some fun Class of 2021! Miss you!
Class of 2023 - If you have been holding on to your candy bar money and you are able to drop it off at the high school main office on Thursday this week (May 7th) or Monday, Wednesday, or Friday the following weeks, please do so.You can also write a check made payable to NRW Class of 2023 and mail it to the attention of Mrs. Landry or Mr. Wojieck at the HS.
About Us
Email: nwojieck@nrwcs.org
Website: https://www.nrwcs.org/domain/41
Location: 11631 Salter-Colvin Road, Wolcott, NY, USA
Phone: 315-594-3100
Facebook: facebook.com/nrwhs
Twitter: @nrwhs