The Reds Tale
March 8, 2018
Newark High School
Email: thomas.roote@newarkcsd.org
Website: http://newarkcsd.org/Domain/84
Location: 625 Peirson Avenue, Newark, NY, United States
Phone: 315-332-3240
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nhsreds
Twitter: @Newark_HS
From the Desk of Mr. Roote
I am currently working to develop a better understanding of a volume of lower level communication challenges occurring between a small group in the building. In this particular case, I am able to take a relatively neutral stance and listen to both sides. My listening sessions have revealed varying perspectives.
At this point I am left to wonder who is most responsible for managing the quality of communication occurring among a group of adults or teens: (1) Is it the person who initiates the conversation? (2) Is it the person with the most to gain/lose in the conversation? (3) Is it the communicator with the highest level of training?
Now add to that mix these thoughts: (1) Who decides what the right way to communicate is? (2) How do we learn to tolerate communication challenges.
I need to admit that as I wonder over and wrestle with good communication in the Newark school community, I am more thoughtful in my personal journey. In fact, just a few nights ago, Ava, our six year old daughter was helping around the house by dusting. Yah yah I hear you, but she loves to put on the dust glove! Anyway, she knocked apart a picture frame as she dusted. I watched her flip the frame and take the palms of both hands and press down on its back. She was employing the technique that suggested that if she was stronger than the glass she could fix it. I gently encouraged her to try a different technique. She resisted. Repeat the preceding two more times and you can see where this is heading. Eventually, she hollered at me a bit and I matched her tone. Well let's be honest, I matched her tone and then raised her two decibels. This occurred until I scooped her up and deposited her on a stair step. At one point, time seemed to slow down and I looked into Allyson's eyes and all I could see was utter disappointment in our exchange. I make mention of my work with Ava because there are moments in time that will slow down for you as you communicate. Consider these moments and what they are telling YOU about YOUR communication style.
From the Desk of Mr. Wagner
Mash Up
From our nurses: "The main office will notify you of our building absence and who the nurse on call will be. Emergency medical protocol to follow if the nurses are unavailable and the office is closed: Call the main office emergency number x2911 and a secretary or administrator will notify the nurse on call to respond. If you need emergency medical treatment that you feel the situation warrants EMS do not hesitate to call x9911 from your school phone."
REPRINT: Monroe Community College, W-FL BOCES, and FAME (Finger Lakes Advanced Manufacturers' Enterprise) are partnering this summer to provide current 8-10th graders, the opportunity to experience first hand advanced manufacturing skills, while earning 3 college credits through MCC for free! Deadline to Register is April 27, 2018
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REPRINT: Please see the attached 30-week assessment schedule below. Per our typical practice, please do not plan other assessments that require testing center supports during the examination weeks.
Calendar Share
A period 1 schedule runs on April 18 and May 23. A period 5/6 or 6/7 schedule will run on February 14, March 21 and May 9. SELF. Contact: T Roote.
Monday, February 19-March 24. Reception, Sunday March 11 from 2:00-4:00 pm. 36th Annual Wayne County High School Art Show.
Friday, March 9. The Council on Alcoholism will be in the cafeteria for Gambling Awareness Month. Contact: N Reinholtz.
Tuesday, April 17 in the afternoon. Capstone Presentations. Contact: K Ganter.
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The Newark High School Mission, Vision and Values
The Newark High School Mission: We are a school community with deeply held hometown pride, committed to readying young people to be life-long learners with experiences aimed at continuously motivating us to hone our skills in the complex tasks of teaching and learning. Our community is devoted to providing supports for the aspirations of our adolescents as they mature into adults with ambitious plans for college and careers.
The Newark High School Vision: Staff embody the school values and impart confidence while providing an inviting classroom environment with clear expectations and specific academic and behavioral goals. Students embody the school values through intellectual and emotional perseverance. Families embody the school values while remaining actively involved as advocates for their children and supporters of the school programs and staff.
The Newark High School Values: Safe, Responsible, Trustworthy, and Respectful.
Email: thomas.roote@newarkcsd.org
Website: http://newarkcsd.org/Domain/84
Location: 625 Peirson Avenue, Newark, NY, United States
Phone: 315-332-3240
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nhsreds
Twitter: @Newark_HS