Students Water Research

Mr. Cipollini's science students recently visited Stroud Water Research Center.  The students were involved in lab investigations centered around the White Clay Creek. Using Bio-Indicators, (macroinvertebrates) and physical characteristics of the stream, (nitrates, pH, turbidity, temperature) the students were able to determine the health of the stream. The good news is, this portion of the White Clay Creek is a very healthy stream. The students also learned how farms, businesses and residential areas impact Chester County streams. Water Runoff is one of our largest contributing factors. Check out these photos from the day.

Open House - November 13

Join us for a special "Open House" on November 13 from 9-10 AM to celebrate American Education Week. We will have presentations about the new plans for our Patton Project, our upcoming Heritage Day, and our Olweus anti-bullying program. In addition, we will be sharing the CFPMS Olweus survey data from last year with all in attendance.

From Mr. Hoffman

Starting August 30th, each middle school teacher began sharing a course syllabus with their students.  The syllabus provides information regarding materials used, units taught, approximate instructional time needed for each unit, and a description of how grades will be computed.  Click here to a read a letter from Mr. Hoffman to learn more.

Child Abuse Awareness

Join us for an evening of awareness and discussion as FOCUS presents "Child Sexual Abuse:  The Lasting Effects, Awareness, and Prevention" at the UHS Auditorium on October 18 from 7-9 PM. You must register to attend this important and timely event at www.csa-awareness.eventbrite.com.  Adults only, please. Click here for more information or contact Sherry Tierney at sndtierney@verizon.net.

Student Published!

Congratulations to 8th grader Thea Toocheck on having a book published on Amazon! Her new book, entitled, "The Thirst Inside" is the story of 13-year old Ide Noapte. Ide's a normal girl, really smart and very fast, with tons of friends and a super cute crush named Austin. Until she and her brother learn a terrible secret! To find out more, check out Thea's book on Amazon.com!

Club Descriptions

Make sure to have a look at the list of club descriptions and talk to your friends before you make your selection.  Club registration opens October 1 at 8 PM.

LEGO Robotics

Interested in Robotics? Enjoy problem solving, teamwork and creativity? Like to do research projects? Have lots of team spirit? Then the FIRST Lego League Robotics program may be for you! We are looking for girls and boys to form new teams for this Fall and, very importantly, for parents to coach the teams. You can learn what it is all about by coming to the Information Session on Wednesday, September 12 at 7pm in the Hillendale Elementary School LGI Room. Check out the FIRST Lego League website for more information. Contact Karl Krause at ucfrobots@gmail.com with questions.