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Hello Wamogo Families and Friends,
I am currently working on the Wamogo School Budget for the 2012-2013 school year. We (like all schools in RSD6) are using a Zero-Based budgeting system this year. In a Zero-Based budget I start each line item at 0$ and build up from there with each element of every line item approved.
Zero-Based budgeting can be effective in limiting what is often referred to as "budget creep" or adding a percentage increase from the previous year. Budget creep usually occurs with "Incremental Budgeting" where only the variance from the previous year's budget requires supervisory approval.
I believe that our district approach to the 2012-13 budget is not only educationally responsible, but also realistic based upon the current economic environment in which we all find ourselves.
I will be submitting the Wamogo School budget to the superintendent of schools next week. When we return from the winter break, the administrators of RSD6 will be in full district budget development mode.
Please do not forget to check out our quick links. We have many blogs and helpful links that should not be missed:
We are constantly striving to improve communication and give relevant and meaningful items to our Wamogo Community. As always, I hope you enjoy this week's e-blast. We are always open to comments and or suggestions that will help us improve our communication.
I hope that you all have a happy and healthy Holiday season. Enjoy time with family and friends. I look forward to seeing everyone in 2012. It is hard to believe how quickly time goes by!
Enjoy your week!
Wishing you all the best,
Bill Egan |
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The Flipped Classroom |
What is a "flipped classroom?"
It's an "inverted" teaching structure in which instructional content is delivered outside class, and engagement with the content - skill development and practice, projects and the like - is done in class, under teacher guidance and in collaboration with peers.
A flipped class swaps explanation and lecture, which are usually given in the classroom, with homework activities like math problem sets or writing practice activities. Homework becomes classwork and vice versa.
Usually, teachers flipping their classrooms convey content using technology tools like videos, podcasts or PowerPoint presentations, which students explore on their own time.
Mr. Ranft tried this in his Calculus class this week and here is a link to the video that he created. We believe that this concept has much merit and we will see more of it at Wamogo in the coming months.
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7th Grade Math |
Math 7 classes are working on a WebQuest, in which they go to various web sites to find information and answer questions, and use on-line forms to respond. The link for the WebQuest can be found on my wiki.
~Mrs. Nihan
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Anything Goes Cover Design Project |
Don't miss the opportunity to participate in the Anything Goes Cover Design Project. All students are invited to submit a design for the program cover of this year's musical. Please click on the link above for details.
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Music Department News |
Congratulations to Clare Burke, Isabel Exstein and Eleanor Johnson for their acceptance into the Northern Regional Music Festival. These three students prepared a wonderful audition and scored high enough last month to be accepted in the festival. The festival takes place in January at New Britain High School and our students will be among 500 other top musicians in our area of the state.
Congratulations to Clare Burke, Jenna O'Dell and Justin Manley for their acceptance into the New England Music Festival. These three students are among some of the best singers and instrumentalists in New England and have earned the opportunity to perform with this festival in the middle of March. The festival will be held at Killingly High School in Killingly, CT and will span over three days.
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Middle School Guidance Department News | |
Mr. Oko is having career exploration classes for grade 7 students this week. Students will be filling out a career interest survey and matching the results with potential career fields. Also, Mr. Oko, along with a child educator from Susan B Anthony, will hold a self esteem class for 8th grade students on January 9th. Self esteem issues as well as peer relationships will be discussed.
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Capstone | |
CAPSTONE PROJECT RAISES AWARENESS AND FUNDS
Wamogo Senior, Jenna Downs, performed at the Dec. 10 benefit concert for the Twin Angels Foundation. Jenna is pursuing this cause as part of her Senior Capstone Project at Wamogo. We currently have 28 seniors engaged in a community service and/or vocational interest project for credit via the CAPSTONE PROJECT. The hope is to have all seniors complete such a project in the 2013-14 school year. For more information, please contact the Guidance Department or check out the guidance webpage at www.rsd6.org.
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WPO/Boosters | |
WPO meeting tonight @ 7:00p.m. There will be a Task Force meeting @ 6:30p.m. before the WPO meeting.
Topics for discussion at the WPO meeting include:
- Semi-formal in February
- Battle of the Bands
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PSAT Results |
PSAT Results Reviewed with Students
The Guidance Department started visiting junior English classes on Friday, December 16th and reviewed students PSAT results. Guidance counselors will continue to finish meeting with the juniors and sophomores this week as well. Students were introduced to "My College QuickStart," which is an online college and career planning kit available free of charge to all students who take the PSAT/NMSQT. It is powered by their responses to the test and provides personalized information that helps students take their next steps toward college. The program includes the following:
My Online Score Report: An enhanced score report that allows students to review each test question, their answers, and the correct answers with answer explanations
My SAT Study Plan: A customized SAT study plan based on students' PSAT/NMSQT test performance, highlighting skills for review and practice
My Personality: A detailed personality test that helps students learn about themselves and discover majors and careers that fit their strengths and interests
My Major & Career Matches: Extensive information about majors and careers, including insights about what to expect and what courses to take now
My College Matches: A starter list of colleges based on students' home state and indicated choice of major
Students will need their access code, which is printed on the paper score report that students received in their English class. This tool can be utilized throughout high school. Using My College QuickStart together with your child is a great way to introduce and guide your child through important aspects of the college-going process.
Visit www.collegeboard.com/quickstart. If you have any questions, feel free to contact your child's counselor.
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Ag/FFA News |
This week's events in AgEd:
Tuesday, Dec. 20: Parli Pro annual alumni reunion
Friday, Dec. 23: Parli Pro workshop at Warren Elementary
Friday, Dec. 23: Holiday wearable flower lesson at Goshen Elementary
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Wamogo vs. Litchfield Alumni Basketball Game |
The Wamogo vs. Litchfield Alumni Basketball Game will be held on Monday, December 26, 2011 at Wamogo Regional High School. The first game will begin at 6:00p.m. Interested male and female players should contact either Roberto Medic, Wamogo AD (RMedic@rsd6.org) or Gregg Hunt, Varsity Boy's Basketball Coach (GHunt@rsd6.org) for specific details.
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Alumni Visit |
Returning Graduates College Panel
The Guidance Department is hosting an Alumni Visit on Thursday, December 22nd for our sophomore, junior and senior students. The panel is scheduled to meet individually with the sophomores during their Biology classes, the juniors during Period 4 and the seniors during Period 3.
Students will be offered a chance to hear the past graduates talk about the schools they are attending, what the school climate is like, experiences in class and in on-campus activities, and other important topics. Students will also have an opportunity to ask our returning grads specific questions of concern to them.
If you have any questions about the program, feel free to contact the guidance department.
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