With Memorial Day weekend and the start of summer right around the corner, many people will be heading outdoors to enjoy the State’s waterways and beaches. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) cautions that these areas will not be staffed with lifeguards until the Memorial Day weekend and urges everyone to be extra...
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Calvert County is fighting a battle with prescription drug abuse and we need your help. Join the experts on May 22nd to learn more about the prescription drug abuse issue in our county and how we can work together as a community to attack this problem. For more information, contact the Calvert Alliance Against...
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Once again, 100% of Calvert County public schools are certified as Maryland Green Schools. The following seven schools were recertified this year: Appeal Elementary, Calvert Elementary, Calvert Middle, Huntingtown High, Saint Leonard Elementary, Sunderland Elementary, and Windy Hill Elementary. Schools must report and document their efforts every four years to remain certified. To obtain...
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The College of Southern Maryland’s American Heart Association Training Center is partnering with the American Medical Response (AMR) May 22 to provide free training on how to save lives through compression-only CPR. The event is part of AMR’s nationwide observance of National Emergency Medical Services Week as well as the World CPR Challenge Day...
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Community Concert Series presents Internationally Acclaimed Irish Tenor Anthony Kearns to perform June 15 St. Mary’s Ryken announces the inaugural season of the Community Concert Series. This summer, enjoy critically acclaimed performances at SMR’s Romuald Hall Theater. First up is a concert with Anthony Kearns of the Irish Tenors. Called the “voice of the century,” Mr....
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The Calvert Board of Education tentatively scheduled public hearings for proposed redistricting plans for Beach Elementary School on June 3 and June 4, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. at Northern High School in the Mary Harrison Center. Three proposed redistricting plans will be presented at the hearings. The public will have the opportunity to comment...
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College Awards 852 Degrees, Certificates to Largest Class Ever The College of Southern Maryland celebrated 571 candidates for 852 degrees and certificates during its 54th spring commencement ceremony held May 16 at the La Plata Campus. “Every one has a story that I can tell. Every one has their own dreams...
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Charles County Public Schools is offering free courses through the 2013 Space Institute this summer to interested teachers. Participants can learn about space-related topics through exciting lessons and hands-on opportunities. Topics featured include meteorology and weather in space, space exploration, the future of space and space technologies in the classroom. The school system is...
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Athletic Physical Examinations will be offered at North Point High School on Thursday, June 6, and on Tuesday, August 6. Between the hours of 5 & 8 pm, on the scheduled dates, student-athletes may get their athletic physical for the 2013-14 school year for a cost of $30 (CASH ONLY).
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Four exemplary Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) employees were honored by the Board of Education on May 14. Honored were Pamela Wilhelm, Catherine Curtis, Patricia Changcoco and Jill Bodamer. Wilhelm is a technology facilitator at Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School. She was nominated for recognition for her positive attitude and commitment to her students....
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The Board of Education honored four students on Tuesday, May 14, for their accomplishments in academic achievement, career readiness and personal responsibility, which are the focus areas of the school system’s master plan. Honored were Jake Burgess, fifth grade, Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School; Taylor Charity, fifth grade, Mary B. Neal Elementary School; Joseph...
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On Tuesday, May 14, the Charles County Commissioners recognized the 2012-2013 winter athletic accomplishments of Charles County Public School Schools students. 2012-2013 winter athletics accomplishments are: La Plata High School Individual Champions Wrestling – Head Coach Johnathan Pankhurst; 120 lbs., Marty Margolis Westlake High School Individual Champions 3A Indoor Track – Head Coach Bryn...
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The Criminal Justice program at the Dr. James A. Forrest Career & Technology Center in Leonardtown, MD recently hosted a yard sale to help raise money for the St. Mary’s County Public Schools’ Shoe Fund. Due to the hard work of the Criminal Justice students and their teacher, SGT (retired) Mickey Bailey, they were...
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The new SMHEC Cohort for the Masters in ECE! Summer 2013 at SMHEC, So MD Higher Education Center 44219 Airport Rd., California (It’s not too late!) for Summer or Fall 2013 For those who want to get a head start this summer, Towson’s renowned Early Childhood Graduate Director, Dr. Edyth Wheeler, will be teaching the introductory...
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Southern Maryland’s young mathematics experts recently faced each other in competitive tests of their knowledge at the 16th annual Elementary Mathematics Challenge competition. The event was held independently at Barstow Elementary School in Calvert County, Theodore G. Davis Middle School in Charles County, and Esperanza Middle School in St. Mary’s County. The three counties’...
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The George Washington University Department of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering, Off-Campus Programs Office (EMSE-OCP), offers an accelerated program leading to the award of the Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Eng. Mgt. with a Focus on Systems Engineering. This Masters degree has been ongoing at the Southern MD Higher Education Center at 44219...
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Due to Weather Forecast The College of Southern Maryland’s 54th Spring Commencement will be held beginning at 6 p.m., Thursday, May 16 in the Physical Education (PE) Center on the La Plata Campus due to tonight’s uncertain weather conditions. Tickets are required of guests to attend. Overflow seating will be available in the theater...
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Superintendent James E. Richmond presented his high school redistricting recommendation to the Board of Education today, suggesting Proposal B with a modification. In a statement to the Board, Richmond said the recommendation takes into account public and written testimony as well as consideration of students who were redistricted at the middle school level this...
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The Calvert County Employee Recognition Committee (ERC) awarded three scholarships to students, who are children of county employees and a county employee. In March 2013, the ERC sent out notices announcing the scholarship program. The scholarships were made available to qualifying senior students and reviewed by a panel of five judges. There were 5...
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Five Charles County Public Schools teachers were recently honored by the Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) for their accomplishments in the area of mathematics and science. Honored as Outstanding Mathematics Teachers of the Year were: Darleane Lowe, Eva Turner Elementary School; Crystal Holm, Milton M. Somers Middle School; and Kristin Steger, Thomas Stone High...
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In the aftermath of damage caused by fire at Spring Ridge Middle School, the St. Mary’s Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously at its weekly business meeting, to approve $250,000 to begin design work for the $19 million renovation project. The board, working with the St. Mary’s County Board of Education and Schools Superintendent...
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Mary B. Neal Elementary School last week was named a 2013 National School of Character by the Character Education Partnership (CEP). Neal is one of 18 nationwide public elementary schools selected for the award, and is the only Maryland school selected for the designation. National Schools of Character demonstrate growth in academics, behavior and...
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The College of Southern Maryland’s 30th Annual Honors Convocation will be held in the Physical Education (PE) Center on the La Plata Campus due to tonight’s uncertain weather conditions. The Honors Convocation is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. Details on all commencement activities are available at www.csmd.edu/Commencement.
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Our local waterways offer county residents and visitors alike great recreational opportunities and seafood delicacies. However, as the waters warm up and the dry days of summer approach, the Calvert County Health Department reminds residents to be aware of potential hazards from the common Vibrio bacteria. Find out more from the health department. Vibrio...
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The St. Mary’s County Public Schools’ Ethics Panel will be holding a meeting on Thursday, May 16, 2013, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., in the Department of Instruction Conference Room, 23160 Moakley Street, Leonardtown, Maryland 20650. For more information, call 301-475-5511, ext. 172.
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It’s ALL About Service! Vacation Bible School – where kids have a blast serving Jesus. Get ready for an adventure that starts in our own MSP backyard and gets bigger each day as kids learn that following Jesus means service to family, friends, community and the world. In “God’s Backyard Bible Camp” the children...
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Celebrate Southern Maryland’s rich rural history with a day of fun for the whole family! On Sunday, June 2, 2013, from 11:00 am until 5:00 pm, Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum (JPPM) will welcome back Children’s Day on the Farm with a mix of classic favorites and new attractions. The event is free and offers a wide...
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Hanson team to compete at the national level Henry E. Lackey High School and General Smallwood Middle School were named the overall winners at the middle- and high-school levels at the statewide Mathematics, Engineering and Science Achievement (MESA) competition held May 9 at Johns Hopkins University. A team from John Hanson Middle School also...
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Lyme Disease is the sixth fastest growing disease in the United States and the State of Maryland is ranked number eight in the number of Lyme cases reported. Lyme is an infectious disease, caused by the bite of a deer tick and are carried by mice, rabbits, squirrels, deer, birds and other animals. Ticks...
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Since the Washington and Baltimore areas (along with Central and Western Maryland) had periodical cicadas in 2004 with the emergence of Brood X, those areas will not be experiencing the Brood II emergence this year. In our Mid-Atlantic area, Brood II will be emerging in area roughly bordered to the north by a line...
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Special Event with Dr. Bernice Sandler, the “Godmother of Title IX” May 16, 2013, 6:00 to 9:00 at Calvert Library Prince Frederick If you think you know about Title IX – the landmark law guaranteeing equal educational opportunities for women and girls – think again. Please join us next Thursday, May 16th, at Calvert...
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When: July 22nd through July 25th, 2013 Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Where: Leonardtown High School Who: St. Mary’s County 5th/6th grade students for the 2013-2014 school years. Experience the 6th Annual St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Camp D.A.R.E. Campers will learn skills to assist with good decision making, conflict resolution, appropriate social...
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With late spring being the prime birthing time for white-tailed deer, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anyone who encounters a fawn to avoid disturbing it. While young deer often appear to be orphaned, in most cases the doe is nearby protecting and feeding their offspring as needed. Removing these animals from...
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The Patuxent Partnership, SMCPS, and BECA Invite Organizations to offer Summer Internships The Patuxent Partnership is pleased to partner with St. Mary’s County Public Schools (SMCPS) and BECA (Business, Education and Community Alliance) to offer prospective intern applicants to St. Mary’s County organizations for summer 2013. Internships provide students with workplace experience, while allowing...
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At a young age, Mary Bailey learned through first-hand experiences that she wanted to be a teacher. She struggled as a student and had a supportive mother who not only advocated for her education, but pushed her to persevere and overcome her challenges. Bailey, who is a Reading Recovery teacher at Dr. Thomas L....
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Charles County Public Schools is changing the way it handles checks written to schools by parents, students or other individuals for any payments due to the school system. The change only involves returned checks, and does not affect payments made on My Payments Plus, the secure, Internet-based system parents can use to deposit money...
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You’ve heard the message: “Click It or Ticket” but are you buckling up? We hope so. May 10th marks the beginning of the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration’s Highway Safety Office 2013 Click it or Ticket Campaign. The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office along with Law Enforcement around Maryland and the nation are on the...
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It is important to celebrate the role history plays in our lives and the contributions made by dedicated individuals helping to preserve the heritage that has helped to shape us and our communities. Historic preservation is an effective tool for managing growth and sustainable development, revitalizing neighborhoods, fostering local pride and maintaining community character,...
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In observance of Older Adults Month, the National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP) is encouraging older adults to take steps to prevent or manage type 2 diabetes. Adults over age 60 have a greater chance of developing type 2 diabetes and diabetes-related complications, but it’s never too late to make changes for better health. NDEP’s...
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Anthony Evans Jr. of The Voice to Perform at Life Church This Saturday to Raise Funds for Clinton Christian School Professional gospel singer Anthony Evans Jr., most recently known as a television contestant on The Voice, will be performing live in concert this Saturday at Life Church in Upper Marlboro. The event is being...
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Limited Number of Free Tickets Available Performances of “Holding On ~ Letting Go” will spotlight end-of-life issues and the role of hospice care. Calvert Hospice will present “Holding On ~ Letting Go” on Friday, June 7, 2013 at the Prince Frederick Campus of the College of Southern Maryland as part of its Southern...
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Summer’s Twilight Performances Chautauqua Opens Series at La Plata Campus July 9, 10, 11 The College of Southern Maryland’s (CSM) Twilight Performance Series returns this summer with a new line-up to include history, music and theater. The free, family-friendly, outdoor series will feature local artists performing a variety of country, traditional bluegrass, Latin jazz...
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Memorial Day, Independence Day Closings Announced The College of Southern Maryland will implement its “Code Green” program during the summer as part of its energy savings initiatives. From May 20 through July 26, excluding July 5, CSM will close most buildings on Fridays at 1:30 p.m. The early closings will not affect CSM’s St. Charles...
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Calvert County Circuit Court Associate Judge Gregory Wells to Address CSM’s Spring Graduates The College of Southern Maryland will celebrate its 54th spring commencement at the La Plata Campus on May 16 with the keynote address to be provided by Calvert County Circuit Court Associate Judge Gregory Wells. Wells was appointed to the 7th...
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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Maryland Division of Planning and Academic Affairs have approved the use of veterans benefits for selected non-credit trades and transportation training certificate programs at the College of Southern Maryland. Veterans are approved to use their GI Bill educational benefits for electrical helper, entry-level plumber, certified structural...
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St. Mary’s County Public Schools’ (SMCPS) Work Hard and Be Nice Award recognizes distinct and extraordinary accomplishments of school system employees in connection with official employment. Dedicated employees contribute to the success of the school system and our students. Award recipients enhance both the success and the reputation of the school system through their...
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Twelve North Point High School students and four students from the Robert D. Stethem Educational Center advance to the national Skills USA competition after winning first place at the state event held April 20 at the Center of Applied Technology North, located in Anne Arundel County. They will represent Charles County Public Schools at...
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Dr. Michael J. Martirano, Superintendent of the St. Mary’s County Public Schools, has been elected as President of the Public Schools Superintendents’ Association of Maryland (PSSAM) for the 2013-2014 school year by the superintendents in the State of Maryland. He will begin his presidency at the May 3, 2013, PSSAM Meeting in Annapolis. Dr....
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Former Navy Captain Lyn Whitmer to Lead St. Mary’s County Public Schools, The Patuxent Partnership and Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) announce a Ribbon Cutting for the Pax River Flight Academy on Friday, May 10, 2013, at 11:15 a.m. in the atrium of the Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center....
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Students from Charles County Public elementary and middle schools competed in the 2013 College of Southern Maryland Junior (LEGO) Division robotics challenge held Saturday, April 13, at the La Plata campus. The annual event is part of CSM’s Institute of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (iSTEM), which provides programs to encourage students to pursue...
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Softball, Golf Teams Head down the Final Stretch with Gusto College of Southern Maryland spring athletic teams are gearing up for National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) regional championships and a chance at nationals. The Lady Hawks softball team, with a 19-7 regular season record and led by Head Coach Mike Gardner, made the...
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St. Mary’s County Public Schools will be recognizing the various award winning student robotics teams and their coaches on Monday, May 6, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., at the Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center in Leonardtown, Maryland. Teams from elementary, middle, and high schools will demonstrate and explain their projects. Included...
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Calvert County Public Schools has started the Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten registration process for eligible* students for the 2013-2014 school year. The following elementary schools are now enrolling students: Plum Point, Sunderland, Huntingtown, Dowell and Beach. Individuals residing in these school districts should contact the school to arrange a time to complete the registration process....
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A team of fourth-grade students from Dr. James Craik Elementary School, and a team of fifth graders from William B. Wade Elementary School earned the top spots in the Elementary Math Challenge, held Saturday, April 27 at Theodore G. Davis Middle School. Teams from each Charles County public elementary school participate in the two-part...
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Need job help but don’t know where to turn? Let Calvert Library be your destination! Whether you’re hoping to increase your comfort on a computer, sharpen your interviewing skills, boost your resume, learn how to apply for a position online, or search for jobs, Calvert Library has a wide array of services that can...
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Auditions for Summer CSM Productions 6 p.m., May 20-21, College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Fine Arts (FA) Center, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. The College of Southern Maryland will hold auditions for four productions with performances to take place between July 19 and Aug. 3, including Friday morning performances for selected...
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Theodore G. Davis Middle School held its fourth annual walk-a-thon at North Point High School on April 26. This is the fourth year that Davis seventh graders have partnered with the Charles County Humane Society to donate food, newspapers, blankets and money as part of a student service learning project. This year, students raised...
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One Charles County Public Schools student – La Plata High School sophomore Ryan Burton – earned a second place award at the Maryland History Day competition held April 27 at the University of Maryland Baltimore County. As a second-place winner, he is eligible to compete in the national event, planned for June 9-13 at...
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Charles County Public Schools is offering sports physicals this summer to student athletes. Physicals will be limited to the first 100 students and are done on a first-come, first-serve basis. The schedule is as follows: • Henry E. Lackey High School, Wednesday, June 5, 5 – 8 p.m.; • North Point High School, Thursday,...
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The Board of Education presented a resolution to staff during the April Board meeting to highlight Teacher Appreciation Week, which is May 6-10. Charles County Public Schools celebrates National Teacher Appreciation Day on Tuesday, May 7. Pictured, from left, are Darnell Lewis-Russell, social studies teacher, Matthew Henson Middle School; Andrea Short, English teacher, Westlake...
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On Thursday, April 18, 2013, the Board of Education and Dr. Michael Martirano, Superintendent of Schools, recognized the nominees for the Educational Support Professional of the Year for 2012-2013. The purpose of the award is to recognize an outstanding educational support professional for his/her contributions to the success of the learning community and to...
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Sotterley Plantation’s War of 1812 Living History “The Choice” will be part of the three year national bicentennial commemoration of this war in our region. “The Choice” will take place on Saturday, May 25th at 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., & 12:00 p.m. The war with the British brought hardship to the plantation but a...
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Thousands at CSM for April Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Events Shining a bright spotlight on exciting and rewarding career possibilities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) was the goal of the College of Southern Maryland’s Spotlight on STEM events during the month of April. “We wanted to show students of all ages...
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Calverton School Becomes the First IB World School in Southern Maryland – Bringing Global Education Within Reach of All Students The Calverton School has become the newest member of an ever growing global community of 2405 schools offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma in 144 different countries. Students will be able to take the IB Diploma...
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Presentation on Marylanders in the Civil War by Author Daniel Carroll Toomey May 14 The Southern Maryland Civil War Roundtable (SMCWR) will host a presentation by noted Civil War author Daniel Carroll Toomey whose works include “The Civil War in Maryland,” “Marylanders at Gettysburg” and “The Maryland Line Confederate Soldiers’ Home.” The presentation will be...
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On April 30, 2013 at approximately 2:00 p.m. deputies responded to a call for an individual with a knife at Chopticon High School in Morganza. Investigation revealed a teacher noticed a student with a pocket knife. The teacher immediately contacted the school Principal and the school’s Safety and Security Officer. The Principal and Safety...
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Approximately $6.7 million from the estate of 1891 alumnus Philip Henry Dorsey of St. Mary’s County, will be used to establish an endowment for scholarships. Upon Dorsey’s death in 1945, his will established a trust fund to provide scholarships for his descendants to attend Western Maryland College (now McDaniel), and five of his descendants have...
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On Saturday, April 27, the Town of La Plata came together for a day of family fun at the annual Spring Festival, Celebrate La Plata under bright warm skies and fun for all. Visitors enjoyed the day with face painting, displays, entertainment, refreshments and more. The festivities included the La Plata Police Department Open...
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RoboBees Win Engineering Excellence in DC Tournament; visit the Pentagon FIRST robotics Team 836, The RoboBees, from the Dr. James A. Forrest Career & Technology Center in Leonardtown, competed in the regional Washington, D.C. robotics competition, finishing in 7th place and winning the Excellence in Engineering Award for the design and climbing ability of...
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CSM’s Robotics Team Tops ‘Big Ten’ in World Championships ‘Blow Pops’, Hard Work are Keys to Their Success The College of Southern Maryland collegiate robotics team, The Talons, returned from the VEX World Championship in Anaheim, Calif., ranked in the top third and with resolve to ‘up’ their game and hone their strategy for the...
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The Aviation Technology program at the Dr. James A. Forrest Career & Technology Center in Leonardtown, recently accepted a $5,000 donation from the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers. The donation is the result of a letter that Aviation Technology instructor, Mr. Greg Schultz, wrote to I.A.M.A.W. to request help in covering...
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SMHEC Welcomes Bowie State University MSN Nurse Educator Program The Southern Maryland Higher Education Center is happy to announce that beginning Fall 2013, Bowie State University will be offering a MSN Nurse Educator program. The Bowie State University Program will prepare students to function as staff development officers, clinical nurse educators, and as faculty...
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Special Presentation from Title IX Pioneer, Dr. Bernice Sandler Forty-one years ago, a law was passed that forever changed education for women and girls. This law was Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Today most of us take for granted that admission to law schools and medical schools is based on merit,...
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Students from the Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center recently participated in the 40th Annual SkillsUSA Maryland State Championships which took place in the greater Baltimore area. The contests that Forrest Center students competed in were as varied as the program offerings at the center. At the awards ceremony, twenty-eight Forrest Center...
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CSM’s La Plata Campus Pool Renovation May 1 to June 14 Pool, Locker Rooms Will Close During Renovation The pool and locker rooms on the La Plata Campus of the College of Southern Maryland will close May 1 through June 14 for renovation. Locker rooms will receive new showers, and the pool deck will...
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This family fun event for all ages will be held Saturday, April 27, 12-5 p.m., at the Wilson Ennis Clubhouse, 3150 Solomons Island Road North in Huntingtown. For information please visit: http://www.co.cal.md.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=126 Admission is free and the event will feature an afternoon of music, entertainment and giveaways. Learn about self defense, Internet safety and healthy...
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Friday, April 26 – 8:00 pm Concert by Ritmo Caché CSM’s Latin Ensemble Guest percussionist, Dr. David Constantine of “The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band. Fine Arts Center, Theatre. Admission: $5 in advance; $7 day of concert. Saturday, April 27 5:00 pm – Festival Buffet featuring Hispanic and American fare. Fine Arts Center, Room 143, Free admission. 6:00...
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SMCPS Press Release: On Thursday, April 25, at approximately 10 p.m., emergency units responded to a fire at Spring Ridge Middle School. The fire was contained in the 8th grade POD, which encompasses nine classrooms. The fire department determined that the origin of the fire was at a heating and air conditioning unit located...
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Registration for the 2013 Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) Summer School program is June 26-27. Summer school begins Tuesday, July 2, at Westlake High School. Walk-in registration times for Wednesday and Thursday, June 26-27, are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Registrations will not be accepted after 7 p.m. on June 27. Registration forms, as...
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The Grand Prize Winner, Delightful Nature by Alana Koh, to be featured on the 2013-2014 Maryland Bay Game cover. From creative collages to pensive poems, this year’s Color Maryland Green contestants made it extremely difficult for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to pick the winners. Eleven champions were chosen from more than...
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CSM’s La Plata Café Dining Room to Close for Renovation May 17 through June 14; Food Services Remain Available The cafeteria dining room in the Center for Business and Industry (BI) Building on the La Plata Campus of the College of Southern Maryland will close May 17 through June 14 for renovation. Construction will...
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What does the slogan “With Pride, We Prosper…Help Keep It Clean” mean to you? Charles County students in grades K – 8 are invited to enter the Waldorf Beautification Contest and create a poster showing how they can keep Waldorf clean and beautiful. One winner will be selected from each of three age categories...
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A small group of English students at the College of Southern Maryland recently turned their Student Service Learning assignment into an event to express their concerns about the struggles of the homeless. The event, “Homeless Awareness: Lend a Helping Hand,” took place March 28 at CSM’s La Plata Campus. The event involved a number...
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Senior Receives Outstanding Catholic Youth Award from Archdiocese of Washington Senior Jenna Taylor from St. Mary’s Ryken High School (SMR) has been chosen “Outstanding Female Catholic Youth” by the Archdiocese of Washington (ADW). This award is presented to a high school senior for being a leader to young people within a Catholic Youth Organization (CYO)....
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This past Saturday April 20, 2013 one of our members from the Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Department participated in a state-wide firefighting competition in Baltimore. Matthew Montgomery has been a junior member of the department for several years and is currently a student in the Calvert County High School cadet program. Students in this curriculum...
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The Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center is asking for the community’s support for their Blue Crabs baseball fundraiser. The Forrest Center is working with the team to help raise funds for the school’s programs and student organizations, such as SkillsUSA, FFA and Robotics. Several of the student organizations are trying to...
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CSM’s ‘Night of Engineering.’ 6-7:30 p.m., May 1, College of Southern Maryland, Center for Business and Industry (BI) Building, Chaney Enterprises Conference Room BI-113, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. CSM’s ‘Night of Engineering’ is an opportunity for students and parents to get information about the college’s mechanical engineering partnership with the University of Maryland’s...
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Governor Martin O’Malley has proclaimed April Environmental Education Month in Maryland in recognition of public and private efforts to help children connect with and learn about their natural world. “In celebration of Environmental Education Month, we encourage all Marylanders to reserve time each day to connect with and learn about nature,” said Governor O’Malley....
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Online Survey & Round Table Discussion Announcement The St. Mary’s County Citizens’ Advisory Committee for Special Education (CACSE) would like parent feedback to help advocate for students with disabilities. If you have a child with an IEP or a 504 plan there are two ways you can help with this effort: 1. Attend the...
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On Saturday morning, April 20, 2013 vendors, schools and citizens came to be a part of Calvert County Green Expo 2013. Although the day started out breezy and cool, the sun came out and by noon, Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Art Center was a beehive of activity. This year’s theme was Focusing Green-Major Area:...
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High School and CSM Applications Due May 1 The Charles County Arts Alliance is announcing its annual Arts Scholarship Program, which awards a $1000 scholarship to an outstanding graduate at each Charles County public high school and the College of Southern Maryland (CSM). The scholarships are designated for students planning to attend a four-year...
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Men’s Lacrosse, Women’s Cross Country Coaches Recruiting for 2013-14 Seasons The College of Southern Maryland is adding opportunities for Southern Maryland student-athletes to compete on a collegiate level in men’s lacrosse and women’s cross country beginning in the 2013-14 academic year. The college has named Justin W. Ryan as head men’s lacrosse coach and Christopher...
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WE ARE NORTH POINT! The North Point High School Athletic Booster Club is sponsoring its annual fundraiser luncheon, catered by Outback Steakhouse, Saturday, April 27. Enjoy a special selection of grilled favorites and Outback originals as you support the student-athletes of North Point High School. Best of all, the cost is only $15 per...
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While some engineering teams were celebrating masterful designs and precision on the robotics field of play with high-fives and end-zone dances, others were searching through boxes of spare parts while working to overcome mechanical or programming setbacks. Students from elementary and middle schools in Calvert, Charles, St. Mary’s and Prince George’s counties spent their...
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Marquis Wright has been selected to play in the Capitol Classic All-Star Game at T.C. Williams High School. Marquis will play with some of the best players from the DMV and against some of the best players across the country. The game will take place April 28, 2013 at T.C. Williams High School at...
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Pacific Tensions, Today’s Headlines are Focus of 8th Patuxent Defense Forum — April 23 On Tuesday, April 23, The Patuxent Partnership (TPP) joins the Center for the Study of Democracy at St. Mary’s College of Maryland to host the 8th Annual Patuxent Defense Forum. This year’s topic is “Rivalries and Conflicts in the China...
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Local Program Receives Community Awareness Project Funding for National Crime Victims’ Rights Week The Calvert County Health Department’s Crisis Intervention Center has received funding from the National Association of VOCA Assistance Administrators (NAVAA) through a grant from the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC), within the Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice, to...
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CSM’s Connections’ Contributors to Read from Spring Edition, April 26 Poetry, prose and photography by local writers and photographers are among the selections published in the College of Southern Maryland’s Spring 2013 Connections Literary Magazine. Contributors to the magazine will be showcased during the Literary Magazine Reading, beginning at 7:30 p.m., April 26, in the...
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Kirsti Uunila, Historic Preservation Planner for Calvert County, received a proclamation on Tuesday, April 16, 2013, from the Calvert Board of County Commissioners for the month of April to be known as “Archaeology Month” in Calvert County. Calvert County has a rich, diverse archaeological heritage spanning 12,000 years of human habitation. Archaeological sites and...
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The Board of Education of Charles County is holding two public hearings to gather community input on the high school redistricting proposals, which will create an attendance zone for St. Charles High School and alleviate overcrowding at the county’s six high schools. Complete descriptions of the proposals are located at http://www2.ccboe.com/parentscomm/transportation/hsredistricting.cfm. Public hearings are...
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The Maryland Association of Student Councils (MASC), a state-wide student led organization, elected Miss Devan Ogburn from Leonardtown High School to the position of President at their recently held state convention. While assuming full duties and responsibilities of this state-held position, Devan will play an instrumental role by promoting student leadership and helping MASC...
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Join us for Southern Maryland’s leading sustainability event, where you will learn how to make your life, and our community, healthier – environmentally! Explore more than 80 booths where you will talk with leaders and educators in green living, see the most recent developments in renewable energy and green technology, learn how to lower...
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2013 Women in Defense – Chesapeake Bay Chapter Scholarship Application Through the HORIZONS Scholarship, Women In Defense (WID), a national security organization, encourages women to pursue careers related to the national security and defense interests of the United States and to provide development opportunities to women already working in national security and defense fields....
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Chopticon High School’s (CHS) student council, under the leadership of Ms. Jessica Bosse, earned the Maryland Association of Student Councils (MASC) Felix Simon Award for the 2012-2013 school year. This award is given to middle and high school student councils that demonstrated superior achievement in leadership and service throughout the school year. In order...
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The St. Mary’s County Public Schools (SMCPS) Department of Special Education, through a grant for transitioning youth and in partnership with Wyle Laboratories Inc., is sponsoring a transition conference luncheon from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at the Wyle Laboratories Conference Center, 22300 Exploration Drive, Lexington Park, MD 20653....
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The last day of school for Calvert County students will now be Tuesday, June 11, 2013. Schools will dismiss 2-hours early on June 11. The last day for prekindergarten students will be Friday, June 7, 2013. The last work day for 10-month employees will be Wednesday, June 12, 2013. The school system would have...
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Eight Charles County Public Schools Destination ImagiNation teams advance to the global tournament, scheduled for May 22-25 in Knoxville, Tenn., after winning first, second or third place at the state competition held April 13 at the University of Maryland Baltimore County. The following teams earned a spot to compete in the global tournament as...
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Some people are natural-born leaders, while others need a little encouragement to step into those roles. For certain, it is critical for teens today to develop real leadership skills that will help them excel in today’s increasingly complex environment. The 2013 LEAD program offers just such an opportunity for rising 10th, 11th and 12th...
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Can you imagine the feeling of sand between your toes on a warm and sunny beach? How about the feeling of ooey gooey mud between your fingers? Or can you close your eyes and hear the patter of marching feet on dry soil? Come experience these sensations and more as we explore Jefferson Patterson Park...
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Celebrate with Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum at Discovering Archaeology Day Saturday, April 20, 2013 10AM-5PM Free Admission All Ages April 20, 2013 Tour the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory (MAC Lab) at 1:00 and 3:00. Visit the current site of ongoing excavations of an 18th Century plantation site. Explore JPPM’s FAQ Archaeology and War...
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“Early years are the learning years” is the theme of the 2013 Week of the Young Child, sponsored annually in April by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. In Calvert County, the Interagency Council for Families and Children and United Way of Calvert County’s School Readiness initiative participate in this tribute...
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After five hours of raking an overgrown residential lot to help prepare for a community garden, College of Southern Maryland student Cat Chase, of Owings, felt rewarded when a local woman pulled up in her food truck praising the group for its hard work and offering free Creole food she had prepared. “When a...
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St. Mary’s College Jazz Band, Calvert County Southern Middle School Jazz Band Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month — April 19 On Friday, April 19, the St. Mary’s College of Maryland Jazz Band and the Calvert County Southern Middle School Jazz Band will present a concert celebrating Jazz Appreciation Month. The St. Mary’s Jazz Band, led...
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Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Michael J. Martirano is pleased to announce the scheduling of Safety and Security Festivals to take place at St. Mary’s County Public high schools during the month of April 2013. The festivals have taken place annually and represent a community collaboration supporting safe and orderly schools. During the month of...
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To the Editor: The St. Mary’s County Public School System recognizes that April is Autism Awareness Month. While April 2nd has been designated as World Autism Awareness Day, the entire month of April is a time to focus on Autism Spectrum Disorders. According to Autism Speaks, a worldwide organization that promotes research and awareness,...
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Two employees honored by the MASC for student involvement Gary Winsett, a social studies teacher at Thomas Stone High School and advisor to the Charles County Association of Student Councils (CCASC), was recently named the 2012-13 Mike Michaelson Advisor of the Year award recipient by the Maryland Association of Student Councils (MASC). Recipients are...
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Archaeology Month Lectures at HSMC on April 25 Get the inside scoop on the Calvert House site at Historic St. Mary’s City’s (HSMC) annual Archaeology Month lectures. Calvertpalooza! will take place in the HSMC Visitor Center auditorium (18751 Hogaboom Lane) on Thursday, April 25 at 7 p.m. Find out about artifacts found and discover...
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Four exemplary Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) employees were honored by the Board of Education on April 9. Honored were Shayna Pounds, Lisa Sweeney, Mildred Alexander-Moses and Holly Dolan. Pounds is a fourth-grade teacher at Indian Head Elementary School. She was nominated for recognition for her positive attitude and commitment to her students. Pounds...
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Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Michael J. Martirano, announces the administrative appointment made by the Board of Education at its meeting of April 10, 2013. The Board appointed Ms. Stacey Suite as Operations Coordinator in the Department of Operations. Ms. Suite joined St. Mary’s County Public Schools in December 2001 as the Insurance Program Manager...
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Dr. Michael J. Martirano, superintendent of schools, announced at the April 10, 2013, Board of Education meeting that the last day of school for students in St. Mary’s County Public Schools will be Thursday, June 13, 2013, and the last day for teachers will be Friday, June 14, 2013. Five school days were lost...
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The Charles County Board of Education honored four students on Tuesday, April 9, for their accomplishments in academic achievement, career readiness and personal responsibility, which are the focus areas of the school system’s master plan. Honored were De’ja Brown, fifth grade, Indian Head Elementary School; Kiersten Walker, fifth grade, Mt. Hope/Nanjemoy Elementary School; Aisac...
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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to become an Archaeologist? Here is your opportunity! Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, in Calvert County invites you to excavate with museum archaeologists at the site of an 18th-century plantation on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. (weather permitting), and to join...
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The Board of Education this week approved minor changes to the student transfer rule, which provides guidelines that govern when and how students are allowed to attend a school other than the one to which he or she is assigned. The changes were made to Superintendent’s Rule 5126, which establishes criteria for student transfer...
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CSM Hawks vs Southern Maryland Blue Crabs Exhibition Game 5 to 7 p.m., April 16. Regency Furniture Stadium, 11765 St. Linus Drive, Waldorf. The College of Southern Maryland’s Men’s Baseball Team will take on the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs in an exhibition game at Regency Furniture Stadium, beginning at 5 pm on April 16....
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On Tuesday, April 9, 2013, the Calvert Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) proclaimed the month of April to be known as the Month of the Young Child in Calvert County. The Interagency Council for Families and Children, the Success By 6 iniative of the United Way of Calvert County and other local organizations, in...
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Meet-and-Greet CSM Men’s Lacrosse Coach. 5:30 to 7 p.m., April 16. Regency Furniture Stadium, 11765 St. Linus Drive, Waldorf. The College of Southern Maryland’s Men’s Baseball Team will take on the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs in an exhibition game at Regency Furniture Stadium, beginning at 5 p.m., April 16. During the game, CSM’s Men’s...
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The Calvert Marine Museum is hosting a Homeschool Day on Wednesday, April 24 from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Fee is $4 per person for 5-years and up, including members. The theme of this spring’s day is Working on the Water. Homeschool participants are invited to explore a wide range of hands-on activities that...
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On the April 22, from 10:30 am -3:00 pm, a contingent of 24 Japanese teachers will visit the CHESPAX program at King’s Landing Park to learn about the Calvert County’s environmental education program and to participate in some hands-on activities related to environmental studies. The visit to CHESPAX will be part of a US...
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College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Physical Education (PE) Center, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata 8 am-6 pm April 13 College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Physical Education (PE) Center, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata The College of Southern Maryland is hosting the LEGO Robotics Championship—Junior Division which will feature elementary and...
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Ms. Debra Bowling, Principal of Benjamin Banneker Elementary School, has been selected as St. Mary’s County Public Schools’ recipient of The Washington Post’s Distinguished Educational Leadership Award. The Washington Post Distinguished Educational Leadership Award exists to recognize those principals who go beyond the daily challenges of their position to create an exceptional educational environment. “Ms....
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The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) today named Azeezat Adeleke, a North Point High School senior, as a scholarship winner in the National Achievement Scholarship Program. Through the program, she will receive an annual renewable stipend of $2,000 per year for up to four years. Adeleke is the student member to the Charles County...
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High School and CSM Applications Due May 1 The Charles County Arts Alliance is announcing its annual Arts Scholarship Program, which awards a $1000 scholarship to an outstanding graduate at each Charles County public high school and the College of Southern Maryland (CSM). The scholarships are designated for students planning to attend a four-year...
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College of Southern Maryland physical therapy major Sabrina Lemire, of Leonardtown, decorates a T-shirt as part of the National Network for the Clothesline Project. The project addresses the issue of violence against women and is a venue for women affected by violence, their friends and family, and others in the community to express their...
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College of Southern Maryland President of Beta Delta Delta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Kellee Johnson, of Leonardtown, left, is joined by Chapter Secretary Miranda Reyna, of Chaptico, Chapter Vice President Sophia Minshall, of Mechanicsville, and chapter members Holly Gonzalez, of La Plata, Leanna Zimmerman, of Leonardtown and Evan Dahlstrom, of Prince...
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College of Southern Maryland theater major Alex Richardson, of Waldorf, decorates a T-shirt with the words “Stop the Madness” as part of the National Network for the Clothesline Project. The project addresses the issue of violence against women and is a venue for women affected by violence, their friends and family, and others in...
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Forrest Center Hosting Yard Sale, Plant Sale and Ford Drive 4 UR School Event The Dr. James A. Forrest Career & Technology Center is hosting three major events on Saturday, April 13, 2013. The Criminal Justice Yard Sale, which benefits the SMCPS Shoe Fund, takes place from 7:00 to 11:00 am. Donations of items...
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College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Center for Business and Industry (BI) Building, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., April 19 The College of Southern Maryland presents the Sixth Annual Student Success Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference for K-12 teachers, administrators and counselors, and college professors and administrators to highlight innovative...
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On tomorrow, Thursday, April 11, Westlake High School is hosting the National Every 15 Minutes program at the school, which includes a mock automobile accident in front of school at 9:30 a.m. The program is sponsored and coordinated by the Waldorf Volunteer Fire Department (WVFD), and is a national two-day program that encourages students...
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GIRLS LACROSSE CHANGE OF SCHEDULE The girls lacrosse make-up games vs. Leonardtown, originally re-scheduled to April 19, has changed again. The games will now be played this Friday, April 12, at North Point. Game times are 5:30 for JV, and 6:30 for Varsity.
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Proposed grammar, reading and mathematics textbooks on display New textbooks proposed for next school year are on display at the Jesse L. Starkey Administration Building in La Plata, and several county schools. Three new textbooks are proposed for use at the middle and high school levels as part of the SpringBoard program. The SpringBoard...
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Kimberly Hill, principal of North Point High School, will be the next superintendent of Charles County Public Schools. The Board of Education of Charles County at its meeting today agreed to the appointment of Hill and a four-year contract with an annual salary of $200,000. Hill’s term as Superintendent begins July 1, and follows...
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Patuxent Habitat for Humanity Joins St. Mary’s College of Maryland Students for St. Mary’s College Cares Campaign this April—National Volunteer Month Patuxent Habitat for Humanity is pleased to join St. Mary’s College of Maryland in the launch of St. Mary’s College Cares, a community-service campaign driven by the students of St. Mary’s College. The...
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Library Director Receives National Award Brings National Recognition to St. Mary’s County St. Mary’s County Library Director, Kathleen Reif, is the 2013 recipient of the American Library Association (ALA) Peggy Sullivan Award for Public Library Administrators Supporting Services to Children Award. This annual national award is presented to an individual in an administrator role...
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CLC Celebrity Reader Leads Children on Fantastic Story, ‘Inch by Inch’ College of Southern Maryland Board of Trustees Vice Chair Mike Middleton, chairman and CEO of Community Bank of Tri-County, interacts with preschoolers at the St. Charles Children’s Learning Center at the College of Southern Maryland (CLC) as he reads Inch by Inch on...
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At North Point High School, the motto of “Be the Difference” is rooted into the culture and climate. From the hanging posters that display the message in the hallways, to the wristbands worn by teachers and staff, the expectations are clear: all who enter North Point are given the opportunity to believe they can...
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Students to learn life lessons about drinking, texting while driving The Grim Reaper will visit a Westlake High School classroom every 15 minutes on Thursday, April 11, leaving behind a “living dead” student who silently reminds classmates of the consequences of drinking or texting while driving. The Westlake Student Government Safe Driving Task Force...
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Joe Kangas has accepted the position of Director of Facilities & Grounds at Historic St. Mary’s City (HSMC). With 28 years in the construction industry, Kangas will bring a wealth of building, business, and landscape management experience to HSMC. He is a highly skilled craftsman with significant background in preservation carpentry and other traditional skills....
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8th Annual Patuxent Defense Forum; “Rivalries and Conflicts in the China Seas: How Can the U.S. Promote Greater Stability?” – April 23 The Patuxent Partnership and The Center for the Study for Democracy, St. Mary’s College of Maryland will co-sponsor the 8th Annual Patuxent Defense Forum; “Rivalries and Conflicts in the China Seas: How...
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Local High School Spring Musicals Aida April 12 – 13, 7:00 pm April 14, 2:00 pm Henry E. Lackey High School Disney’s Aida is the story of Aida, the princess of Nubia, who is captured by a group of Egyptians led by Captain Radames. Tickets: $8 adults / $7 students, senior citizens and military...
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The Calverton School has been awarded a $17,880 Restoration Grant for the creation of a Rain Garden and Outdoor Classroom Area. The project will encompass installing 3600 sq.ft. of Eco Cobble Stone Pavers along with indigenous plants to Southern Maryland Aquatic Ecological Environment. The project will commence on March 25 and be completed by...
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Twelve Charles County Public Schools teams placed in the secondary Mathematics, Engineering and Science Achievement (MESA) competition held March 28 at North Point High School. Student teams competed in competitions that test their abilities in mathematics, engineering and science. General Smallwood Middle School was chosen as the overall middle school winner and Henry E. Lackey High School...
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CSM Lecture on Closing Gender and Racial Gaps in STEM. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., April 17. College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Center for Business and Industry (BI) Building, Dr. John M. Sine Conference Room 103/104, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. This Career and College Readiness Event for teachers, counselors, educators and parents...
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CSM’s 6th Regional Conference Presents: ‘Improving Diverse Student Outcomes in STEM Classrooms’ The College of Southern Maryland’s Sixth Annual Student Success Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference will include a keynote address on “Improving Diverse Student Outcomes in STEM Classrooms: Addressing the Missing Link” by Claudia Morrell, chief operations officer for the National Alliance for Partnership and...
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BAE Systems Electrical Engineer to Speak at Women + Math Jillian Warner to Share Career Experiences at CSM Event for Girls Ages 13 and Older The College of Southern Maryland is hosting its ninth Women + Math: Infinite Possibilities, a career exploration event for girls ages 13 and older. The event, April 20...
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CSM Lecture on Preparing Students with Vital Work Skills. 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., April 17. College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Center for Business and Industry (BI) Building, Dr. John Sine Room 103/104, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. This Career and College Readiness Event for educators, counselors and parents presents ‘Will Your Students...
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The Maryland House of Delegates Scholarship application is available for students in District 27B who are matriculated as an undergraduate student in a college or university within the state of Maryland. Graduate student applications will also be considered for the award. Students who are receiving in-state tuition for select out-of-state programs as part of...
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CSM Social Justice Days April 9-16 at the College of Southern Maryland Campuses CSM is spotlighting social justice issues during April with events at each campus. Events are for CSM students in Social Sciences and Public Services Division programs and other interested students. Tuesday, April 9 La Plata Campus Social Justice Day: The Impact...
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Homeschool Christian Academy’s drama department will present Aladdin on Saturday, April 27, at 7:00 pm at SAYSF Bible Church in Lexington Park. Aladdin, adapted by Kathryn Schultz Miller, tells the tale of the adventures of a young man, a princess, a magic genie, and an evil magician. Aladdin and the princess meet in the...
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Boys Lacrosse Schedule Friday, April 5 Leonardtown Away JV- 5:00 (Bus- 3:00) Varsity- 6:30 (Bus- 4:30) Saturday, April 6 Charles County Invitational Home 9:00 JV vs. Meade Field 2 11:15 Varsity vs. Meade Field 1 1:45 or 3:45 Game 2 TBD Monday, April 8 LaPlata Home JV- 5:00 Varsity- 6:30
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Redistricting committee members plan to present two possible high school redistricting proposals to the Board of Education, 3 p.m., April 9 during the Board’s monthly meeting at the Jesse L. Starkey Administration Building in La Plata. The public may comment on the proposals at one of two public hearings, scheduled for April 22 and...
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The last day of the 2012-13 school year for Charles County Public Schools students is Friday, June 14. Two-hour early dismissal days are June 12, 13 and 14. The last day of school for students in the Three’s Program is Tuesday, June 11. The last day of school for teachers is Monday, June 17....
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The Waldorf Volunteer Fire Department is sponsoring the “Every 15 Minutes Program” at Westlake High School. This program offers real-life experiences to expose teenagers to the dangerous consequences of drinking alcohol and texting while driving. This two-day event includes a simulated traffic accident on the school grounds. Starting at 7:45 a.m., the “Grim Reaper”...
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Public Outreach Forum Scheduled for April 10 The Charles County Board of Commissioners would like to inform citizens that the School Adequate Public Facilities Program and Funding Review Committee will hold a public outreach forum on Wednesday, April 10 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Cafeteria at Thomas Stone High School (3785 Leonardtown...
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The College of Southern Maryland will offer General Educational Development computer-based (GED) testing at the La Plata Campus beginning March 25. “The current wait for the paper-based version of the GED is at least three months—often longer,” said CSM Student Success Center Director Ronda Jacobs, who added that the paper-based testing will be phased...
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Governor Martin O’Malley has proclaimed April Environmental Education Month in Maryland in recognition of public and private efforts to help children connect with and learn about their natural world. “In celebration of Environmental Education Month, we encourage all Marylanders to reserve time each day to connect with and learn about nature,” said Governor O’Malley....
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Teen Driving Safety Summit to help Teens become Peer Advocate The number one killer of teens in this country is car crashes. Camp Fire Teens in Action want to help change the statistics in Maryland. On April 20, 2013, from 8:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. the teens, with the help of the Maryland Motor...
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Scholarship Funds Available for CSM Students Apply Online Before May 31 The College of Southern Maryland Foundation manages more than 100 scholarships that help provide financial assistance for merit and for students in need. Through May 31, CSM students can apply to these scholarships using CSM’s Online Scholarship Finder. Scholarship categories include nursing, business,...
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St. Mary’s County Public Schools’ (SMCPS) Work Hard and Be Nice Award recognizes distinct and extraordinary accomplishments of school system employees in connection with official employment. Dedicated employees contribute to the success of the school system and our students. Award recipients enhance both the success and the reputation of the school system through their...
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CSM Finishes Ward Virts Season With Pianist, Brian Ganz, May 5 The College of Southern Maryland will close out the Ward Virts Concert Series with classical pianist, Brian Ganz at 3 p.m., May 5 at the Prince Frederick Campus, Room 119. Ganz’s performance is the final of six in the concert series, which is...
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Nine Charles County Public Schools teams placed in the elementary Mathematics, Engineering and Science Achievement (MESA) competition held March 26 at North Point High School. Student teams competed in competitions that test their abilities in mathematics, engineering and science. J.C. Parks Elementary School was chosen as the overall elementary school winner. Awards were given...
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Instead of the usual birthday gifts, this year Ella Stone, a 1st grade student at Evergreen Elementary School, asked all of her birthday party guests to bring donations for The Believe in Tomorrow Children’s House at Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore. Thanks to the generosity of all 23 birthday guests and their parents, Ella was able...
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Professional Tour Guide Leads SMCWR through History of Civil War Forts in D.C. Area, April 9 Civil War Roundtable Features Washington, DC Tour Guide Peter MacNeill The Southern Maryland Civil War Roundtable (SMCWR) will host a presentation by licensed Washington, D.C. tour guide Peter MacNeill on Civil War forts in the Washington, D.C. area....
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As part of the College of Southern Maryland’s Spring Connections Series, poet and literary activist E. Ethelbert Miller will read from his collection of works, beginning at 7:30 pm, April 5, at the Leonardtown Campus, Building A, Auditorium. Miller is the author of several collections of poetry, essays and books including two memoirs “The...
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The College of Southern Maryland’s 10th Annual Jazz Festival will begin 8 pm, April 5, at the La Plata Campus Fine Arts Center with the Randy Runyon Trio and will continue 8 pm, April 6, with performances by Solid Brass, CSM’s Big Band Jazz Ensemble directed by Randy Runyon Sr. with special guest artists...
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William Marchione, a school counselor at Piccowaxen Middle School, was recently selected as the Maryland Middle School Counselor of the Year by the Maryland School Counselor Association (MSCA). The award recognizes school counselors for outstanding achievement and service to students and for providing leadership in the development of existing and future counseling services. Piccowaxen...
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Get the inside scoop on archaeology at Maryland’s first capital during April, Maryland Archaeology Month. Historic St. Mary’s City (HSMC) has scheduled two evenings of illustrated lectures. Both will take place in the HSMC Visitor Center auditorium (18751 Hogaboom Lane). On April 4, Silas Hurry, HSMC curator of collections and archaeology laboratory director, will...
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The College of Southern Maryland recognized 76 employees with a combined 875 years of service to the college at the 27th Annual Service Recognition Ceremony and Reception on Feb. 22 at the La Plata Campus. Among those honored was Gayle Becker, lead operations manager, College Store, Leonardtown Campus who has served the college for...
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Agriculture Secretary Presented Certificate & Scholarship to 4th Grader Who Grew 21 Pound Cabbage Maryland Agriculture Secretary Buddy Hance joined Bonnie Plant’s Maryland Station Manager Lee Turner to present Natalie Fox, a student at Dr. James Craik Elementary School in Pomfret (Charles County), with a Winner’s Certificate and $1,000 scholarship check for growing a...
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St. Mary’s County Public Schools is pleased to open the application period for the 2013 Space Camp, Fine Arts Camps, and Tech Kids Camps. The seventh annual Summer Space Camp provides STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) classes in a fun learning environment. The program is available for students in grades 2-3, 4-6, 7-9...
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The Calvert Region MESA Competition for Calvert County Public Schools occurred at Huntingtown High School for middle and high school students on Wednesday, March 27, 2013, and for elementary school students on Thursday, March 28, 2013. This year at the middle and high school levels, a new MESA National Challenge was introduced. For this Challenge, students had...
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The Charles County Arts Alliance is announcing its annual Arts Scholarship Program, which awards a $1000 scholarship to an outstanding graduate at each Charles County public high school and the College of Southern Maryland (CSM). The scholarships are designated for students planning to attend a four-year college or university in fall 2013 and majoring...
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Recently the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office has received complaints of motorist failing to stop for school buses stopped to load or unload children. Maryland motor vehicle law requires motorists to stop and remain stopped for school vehicles which are stopped with alternately flashing red lights activated. A violation for “Failure to stop for...
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Autism Speaks is the world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization. On Tuesday, March 26, 2013 the Calvert Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) were privileged to a presentation by Christine Finamore, Volunteer Outreach Ambassador for Autism Speaks for Calvert County. Christine is a parent of a child diagnosed on the autism spectrum. The organization...
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Passport to the Past: Immigration Take a break from 2013 during spring break. Kids are invited to grab a Passport to the Past and take a trip back to colonial Maryland at Historic St. Mary’s City. Everyone knows Maryland was an English colony; your Passport will help you find out what everyone does not...
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Charles County Public Schools will close for several days in March and April as part of its spring break schedule. Spring break for all schools and centers begins on Friday, March 29. Schools are closed for spring break April 1-5, and reopen on Monday, April 8. Administrative offices will be closed on Friday, March 29, and...
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The location of today’s Varsity baseball and softball games has been changed. The games were originally scheduled to be played at Leonardtown. They will now be played at NORTH POINT at 4:30. The JV baseball and softball games against Leonardtown will be played at a later date. Updated Baseball/Softball Schedule: 3/27 Varsity Baseball/Softball vs....
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PEM Talks: Sustainable Chesapeake In April the Calvert Marine Museum offers three opportunities to hear stimulating talks on issues of local concern. PEM Talks: Sustainable Chesapeake continues with Rich Takacs sharing his expertise on Creating Living Shorelines, Thursday, April 4 at 7:00 p.m. The Chesapeake region is coping with rising seas and sinking lands,...
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Baseball and Softball games scheduled for today (3/26) between North Point and LaPlata have been postponed. The make-up dates are as follows: Varsity Softball – North Point @ LaPlata Tuesday, April 2 4 pm Varsity Baseball – North Point @ LaPlata Wednesday, April 3 4 pm JV Baseball/Softball – LaPlata @ North Point Wednesday,...
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Pushing for STEM to Take Root with Area Students College Highlights Science, Engineering, Technology, Math during April Preparing students to fulfill the high-paying technical jobs of the future is a top priority for the College of Southern Maryland which has expanded its focus on science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) to include a wider variety...
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On Wednesday, March 20, the Charles County Commissioners joined the Charles County Board of Education for a ribbon cutting ceremony. The Center celebrated the new additions and renovations at the F.B. Gwynn Educational Center in La Plata. The Commissioners presented a Charles County Seal to students, teachers and administrators from the Gwynn Center
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There are still openings in the Middleham and St. Peter’s Day School for the 2013-2014 school year. The Three-Year-Old Class meets Monday and Tuesday and Four-Year-Olds attend Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The time for both classes is 8:45 am-11:45 am. For more information please call 410-326-4948 or check out the website: www.middlehamandstpeters.org and click...
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The Carson Scholars Fund is pleased to announce that 425 students across the country have been named 2013 Carson Scholars. Each year the Fund recognizes a select group of high achieving students in grades 4 – 11 who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and humanitarian qualities. Students receive a $1,000 college scholarship award and the...
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The Calvert Marine Museum hosts BRING YOUR PARENTS TO THE MUSEUM DAY on Saturday, April 20 from 10 am to 5 pm. This new event is aimed at the pre-school crowd and their parents, and sponsored by PNC’s Grow Up Great Initiative. There will be museum educators stationed throughout the museum showing parents how...
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Due to inclement weather conditions, all Charles County Public Schools are opening two-hours late today, Monday, March 25, 2013. There is a code two for staff who follow the code system. Visit www.ccboe.com for updated school closing information
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Calvert County Public Schools Opening 2 Hours Late School opening will be delayed 2 hours due to inclement weather. No AM Pre-Kindergarten. The workday for 10 and 11-month employees will begin 30 minutes before the scheduled student starting time. 12-month employees, including emergency personnel, report on time. Food service workers report on time.
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On March 16, 2013, 39 teams from 14 schools in St. Mary’s County Public Schools (SMCPS) participated in the regional tournament for Destination Imagination (DI). This is the fifth year the school system had broad representation at the tournament, more than doubling its presence in the south central region from 16 teams in the...
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Our 2014 Distinguished Young Women (DYW) of Southern Maryland Scholarship Program Winners are: 2014 Distinguished Young Woman Olivia Kennedy, 2014 DYW of Chesapeake and Interview Winner Becky Olsen, 2014 Talent Winner and Spirit Award Winner Destini Monk, 2014 Physical Fitness Winner Brelynn Hunt, and 2014 Scholastic Winner CheBreia Gibbs. Distinguished Young Women of Southern...
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Prospective Graduate Students Invited to Florida Tech’s Patuxent Site Decision Day April 3 The Florida Institute of Technology Department of Extended Studies invites prospective graduate students to attend an Extended Studies Instant Decision Day April 3, from 9 am to 7 pm. The Florida Tech Patuxent Site event will be held at 21803 A...
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