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February 8, 2010
West High School Chosen as a Member of the Hanban – Asia Society Confucius Classrooms Network
West High School has been accepted as a member of the first cohort of schools in the Hanban – Asia Society Confucius Classrooms Network. This national network of 100 exemplary Chinese language programs will be developed over the next three years, starting in February 2010 with 20 “pioneer” schools or districts that represent the future of Chinese language education in the United States.
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February 05, 2010
"Fresh Paint"
The latest edition of "Fresh Paint," a bi-monthly newsletter from Facility Services, is now available.
"Fresh Paint" - Jan-Feb 2010 | Archive

February 05, 2010
"Pathways"
The latest edition of "Pathways," the Career & Technical Education newsletter, is now available.
"Pathways" - 2009-10, Volume 2 | Archive

February 3, 2010
Open Classroom Open House
The Open Classroom will be hosting a prospective parent presentation Thursday, February 11, at 6:30 p.m. It's an opportunity to talk to OC faculty and parents and tour the school's unique classrooms. The Open Classroom offers parents, and students, an alternative to traditional K-8 public school programs. It is a free public school where children are empowered to take responsibility for their own learning and where all participants are dedicated to building a safe, respectful community for learning.
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February 2, 2010
Help for Haiti
Students at Beacon Heights Elementary School held a Read-a-thon last Friday to raise money for Haitian relief. The school will present checks totaling over $6,000 to Healing Hands for Haiti on Wednesday.

January 29, 2010
SLCSE Open House
The Salt Lake Center for Science Education, a science focus charter school, is hosting an Open House on Monday, February 1. The Open House will feature the Leo on Wheels, an educational outreach program of the Leonardo; a video presentation by SLCSE's Energy Team; and information about SLCSE.
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January 26, 2010
"Books and Bytes"
The latest edition of "Books and Bytes," a newsletter from the Educational Technology and Library Media Department, is now available.
» "Books and Bytes" - Winter 2010 | Archive

January 25, 2010
Hugs for Haiti
A group of students at Ensign Elementary School has arranged a "Hugs for Haiti" campaign. They started with an initial goal of $500, but the donations came pouring in, and the students ended up raising $2790.15 They will present a check to the American Red Cross on Thursday.

January 22, 2010
Grand Opening of the New Hillside Middle School
The Salt Lake City community is invited to celebrate the Grand Opening of the new Hillside Middle School building. The celebration will be held on Monday, January 25, starting at 6 p.m. and will include a free dinner, a ribbon cutting ceremony, music performances, memorabilia, fun activities, and a 6th grade preview.
» More Information...

January 21, 2010
iPestManager
Facility Services today launched its new pest reporting program called iPestManger. iPestManager is a web-based program for reporting the presence of insects, rodents, and other undesirable pests that can invade district schools and offices.
» Download a poster with more information
» Link to Facility Services

January 19, 2010
Helen Thayer Lecture
Global Trekker Helen Thayer will speak at Salt Lake Center for Science Education on Tuesday, January 19. The event is in partnership with the Utah Museum of Natural History and is in conjunction with the Outdoor Retailers show downtown. The evening starts with a reception and prize drawings at 6 p.m. The lecture begins at 7 p.m.
» More information...

January 19, 2010
Language and Culture Newsletter
The newest Language and Culture Newsletter is now available online.
» Volume 2, Issue 4 - January 2010 | Archive

January 12, 2010
"Artistic License"
The latest edition of "Artistic License," a newsletter from the Fine Arts Department, is now available.
» "Artistic License" - December 2009 | Archive

January 11, 2010
Meet the District's Refugee Advocates
The district has hired three new refugee advocates to help Christal Rattanavilay, Refugee Counselor, with the advocacy and interpreting work that is necessary for refugee families to function in our school district.
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January 11, 2010
Curriculum & Assessment Lab Open House
Interested in having your student attend Curriculum & Assessment Lab classes at Ensign Elementary School, Hawthorne Elementary School, or Clayton Middle School? Don't miss the information meeting at 7 p.m. on Thursday, January 21, 2010.
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January 11, 2010
Pennies for Peace
Jackson Elementary School students successfully completed a Service Learning Project and raised $1,139.01 for Pennies for Peace. The students raised money to build schools in Pakistan and Afghanistan where children, especially girls, are often denied an education.
» More information...

January 6, 2010
Highland High School is an IB School!
Highland High School has received word that the school has been authorized by International Baccalaureate to teach the Diploma Programme starting Fall 2010. If you have questions on how to become involved in the IB program at Highland, call Missy Whiteurs at 801-484-4343 ext. 124.

January 5, 2010
Franklin Elementary School is closed for the day as police search for a suspect in the area. Information on a make-up day will be determined later.

December 23, 2009
Winter Break
All Salt Lake City School District offices and schools will be closed from December 24, 2009, through January 1, 2010. Normal office and school hours will resume on Monday, January 4, 2010.

December 16, 2009
Holiday Surprise for Students
Employees at the district office volunteered their personal time today to assemble over 500 surprise gifts for Salt Lake City students. Fittingly, each package is perfect for enjoying a good book on a cold winter night.
» More information and video of the assembly lines...

December 16, 2009
National Board Certified Teachers
Congratulations to the district's newest National Board Certified teachers: Carolyn Brimhall, Julie Lloyd, Karen Trujillio, and Karl Wagstaff. Like board-certified doctors and accountants, teachers who achieve National Board Certification have met rigorous standards through intensive study, expert evaluation, self-assessment and peer review. In a congressionally-mandated study, National Board Certification was recently recognized by the National Research Council as having a positive impact on student achievement, teacher retention, and professional development.

December 9, 2009
Winter 2010 Community Education Catalog
Are you interested in learning how to build a web site? How about brushing up on your kung fu skills? You'll find fun and interesting classes for everyone in the Winter 2010 Community Education Catalog. Registration runs January 4th through January 15th. Most classes begin the week of January 19th.
» See what classes are available now!

December 7, 2009
Follow the Salt Lake City School District on Facebook and Twitter!
After evaluating the two sites and investigating how to better use Internet technology and social media, the district has created a Facebook page and a Twitter account to improve communications with parents and the community. These services will be used to share information in emergency situations as well as information about district and school programs and initiatives. Help spread the word about the district's new Facebook page and show your support by visiting www.facebook.com/slcschools (opens in new window) and becoming a Facebook Fan. Find the district's Twitter account by searching for our username: slcschools.
» Basic instructions for signing up for Facebook and Twitter

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