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Dedication Ceremony of CASHS
 Now that the renovation is complete, CASD would like to formally invite you and your family to the dedication ceremony of CASHS. You may view the formal invitation by clicking here.
DATE: April 30th
TIME: 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Self-guided tours to run from 12:30 until 4:00 p.m.
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Justin Maxwell Raises $ for Japan & Red Cross
Justin Maxwell, a third grader at Falling Spring Elementary School, has family in Japan. He was so upset by the earthquake that he knew he needed to do something to help.
With the support of his mother (Yoshiko Maxwell), his teachers (Mrs. Leeper & Mrs. Osterman), and the entire Falling Spring Family, Justin and his sister Jenny (an 8th grader at Faust) exceeded their goal of $500.00.
On the morning these photos were taken Justin, and the Falling Spring Family, exceeded $700.00.
 Justin and Jenny sold bracelets and also raised money at their church. Yoshiko Maxwell belongs to the Japanese Society of Harrisburg. They already had an account set up for their collections. As of Monday, April 11, the total amount raised was $1149.82! Great job Justin! Thanks to all who supported Justin, Jenny, and Mrs. Maxwell. |
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Students of the Month --March 
Pictured above are the
Students of the Month for March.
Elementary:
Logan Bartholomew, Grade 5, Marion & Perla Hernandez, Grade 5, Stevens
CAMS:
Jacqueline Peiffer, Team 6E & Colleen Mooney, Team 7D
FAUST:
Alexandra (Alley) Bubak, Grade 9 & Jonathan Kinney, Grade 8
CASHS:
Joe Nambuppha, Grade 11 & Josenia Fisak, Grade 10
FCCTC:
Mary Barrios, Grade 12 & Shawn DeBross, Grade 11
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Franklin County Career Expo
The Franklin County Student Career Expo will be held Friday, April 29th, CASHS Field House.
Students: 9:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m.
Teachers & Community: 3:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Please view the attached flyer for details.
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Franklin County Science Fair 
CASD was well-represented at the 2011 Franklin Science & Technology Fair. Our final registration total was 502 - CASD had 295 projects.
Seventy-two of those projects received awards. Additionally, many Chambersburg students received special monetary awards from local businesses and community groups, totaling $1225 this year.
Diane McCallum, K-12 Science Supervisor, was especially proud of Mrs. Brown's ESL class at Hamilton Heights - three pairs of her students swept the physical science category, taking home 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.
Winning projects from our students can be seen on the science department website using the following link:http://www.chambersburg.k12.pa.us/education/components/scrapbook/default.php?sectiondetailid=27100&.
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HACC
HACC is holding an Information Session on Wednesday, April 20, 6:00 p.m., at the CASD Administration Building, 435 Stanley Avenue.
Interested? Please contact either: Heather Watt, HACC Recruiter, hnwatt@hacc.edu or 717-337-3855, Ext. 3015 or Evelyn Weaver, esweaver@hacc.edu or 717-385-2821.
HACC is offering summer and fall courses, which are being offered at FCCTC, CASHS, and the CASD building. Click here to view the fall schedule or go to www.hacc.edu and search "Franklin County" for course listings.
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CASHS FFA Students Attend Conference
Ms. Janine Harbaugh & Mr. Jon Seaman, both Agriculture Education Teachers at CASHS, took FFA students to the Agriculture Cooperation Establishes Success (ACES) conference.
While at the conference students strengthened their leadership skills as well as networked with FFA members from around Pennsylvania.
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Senator Alloway Visits CAMS: Library & Students
On April 4, 2011, Senator Alloway visited CAMS. He was invited as part of a program run by the Pennsylvania School Librarians Association. The PSLA collaborates with school librarians to invite state legislators to schools to learn how school libraries encourage academic success.
Senator Alloway observed Librarian Teresa Miller as she discussed the correct ways to conduct research to Caitlyn McGee's Language Arts class.
The Senator then spoke to the students about the importance of reading and research. In addition, he stressed the need for students to learn to make decisions for themselves.
The students also asked him many interesting questions, ranging from "What did you want to be when you were young?" to "Have you ever met the President?"
Senator Alloway kept both students and adults interested.
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CASHS Floral Design Class Visits Menno Haven
This picture is of Janine Harbaugh's (Agriculture Education Teacher at CASHS) Floral Design class. They visited Menno Haven. Ms. Harbaugh worked with the Menno Haven activities director to plan a 50's themed party.
Students taught some of the residents how to make an arrangement that looked like a milkshake with whipped cream & a cherry on top. Students worked in pairs and taught groups of five residents how to construct the arrangements, which were then used to decorate the tables at their root beer float party that afternoon.
This was an excellent opportunity for students to spend time within our community, teaching and learning. The students had a great time talking with the residents. Some popular topics of conversation included: favorite place to get ice cream, first date stories, prom, and favorite past times.
This was a rewarding opportunity for all involved. Ms. Harbaugh and her students are looking forward to going back to Menno Haven.
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Watt's Up CASD?
 CASD Energy Manager Connie Kelley wants to remind all of us that: Earth Day is everyday in the Chambersburg Area School District. Thanks for doing your part! Connie has visited 25 classes and has spoken to over 900 students, K through 5th grades, addressing energy management and promoting energy conservation. Click here to read Connie's "Watt's Up" newsletter.
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CASD Foundation Deadlines
Just a reminder:
17th Annual CASD Foundation Golf Tournament: Monday, May 9th, 1 pm: 4-person scramble at the Chambersburg Country Club. Sponsors & golfers wanted! Contact Beth Luka at 709-4091 for registration or sponsorship forms. Deadline for sponsors: April 18th. Limited to 120 golfers.
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Faust Celebrates
Earth Day T-Shirt Design Contest:
Twenty-three students entered an Earth Day T-shirt Design Contest at Faust. Two winning entries were chosen for the t-shirts, along with a third winner for a bookmarker design.
Casey Carbaugh and Devon Thompson created the top two t-shirt designs. Victor Cortez created the bookmarker design. An additional four designs were chosen for their creative efforts.The students won gift cards.
The two winning designs will be made as Earth Day T-shirts for students and staff to order at Faust for this upcoming 2011 Earth Day, which is April 22nd.
Nice work to all involved! 
The design to the right is Casey Carbaugh's winning design.
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Lurgan Elementary PTO: Day Bus Trip to NYCity
Lurgan Elementary School PTO is planning a one-day bus trip, Saturday, April 30th, to NY City. Interested? You are in luck...there are still seats available, $39. Click here to access the details for the trip. |
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April Work-Life Services Newsletter
Many people are feeling the "pinch" due to our struggling economy. However, there are many that are experiencing financial difficulties due to the lack of financial planning and/or poor money management. Hopefully, the attached newsletter will give you some guidance on how to avoid financial trouble and deal effectively with debt and credit issues.
Please remember, your Employee Assistance Program offers professional legal and financial services that are free and confidential. Call Quest EAP at our toll-free number, 1-800-364-6352 for details about your benefits. Quest is here to serve you and your family.
Best wishes, Linda D. Beegle Account Representative Quest Behavioral Health and EAP |
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Faust Band is Still Selling Band Magnets
Faust Band is selling "Faust Tigers" car magnets for $5.00 each.
Proceeds benefit the Faust Band.
Please email or contact Tamy Cook, Speech/Language Therapist at Benjamin Chambers and CASHS if you would like one (or one for each car!). Her contact information is: cooktam@chambersburg.k12.pa.us
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Students Win Digital Movie Category at PA Regional Middle School Computer Contest
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Thanks to Stacey Knepper and Ute Cline for their work with two great 6th graders: Caeley Etter and Gwen Clark.
The students entered the Computer Fair Contest at LIU 12 and took first place in their category. They are now eligible to travel to Dickinson College on May 25th for the State Competition. The project was based on an Energy Conservation Project back in October for Energy Awareness Month.
It was a combined effort with CAMS Computer Applications teacher Stacey Knepper, CASD Energy Manager Connie Kelley, CAMS TV Studio Director Ute Cline and the students, Caeley and Gwen. Super job, girls!!!
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For more information about school board
business, including meeting agendas and related documents, visit BoardDocs under the school boardlink on the district website.
Personnel report from the March 23, 2011 regular board meeting.
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