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Sunday, September 22, 2024

GE Partners with Gwynedd Mercy to Welcome CSD Alumna As Student Teacher

Glenside Elementary and Gwynedd Mercy University are partnering together to welcome student teacher Kamille Burris back to the district to support her goal of working in education.

The 2020 Cheltenham High School Aluma graduated from Arcadia University’s R.E.A.L certificate program this Spring and is currently enrolled at Gwynedd Mercy majoring in education through their integrated studies program.

“I am overwhelmed with gratitude that the school that supports life skills can welcome back a graduate of the district as a student teacher,” said Glenside Principal Dr. Michelle Robinson. “I love being in a district where opportunities like this can happen, and all learners are affirmed!”

Burris will be teaching at Glenside once a week for the next eight weeks. She has demonstrated excellence in her work and the district is thrilled to add to that experience in a school age setting.

CHS Eagle Scout Earns Kudos for Cheltenham Fire Department Improvement Project

The Cheltenham Fire Company announced recently that firefighter and Cheltenham High School student Michael Follmer was honored on behalf of his Eagle Scout Project, which involved deep cleaning and re-painting the engine bay floors at Station 4 of the fire house. Read more at Glensidelocal.com>

WES Fourth Graders Test Their PBIS Knowledge

Wyncote fourth graders tested their PBIS knowledge Friday morning by playing a Blooket for a chance to win gift certificates to the Roars Store. Students answered 25 questions about the PBIS expectations for the school year. Each question they answered correctly awarded them points. The three students who earned the highest amount of points won the gift certificates. Miles H. came in third place, Eliora T. came in second place, and Jaia E. came in first place. Congratulations to the winners!

Robot Petting Zoo Comes to Life at CES

Fourth graders in Gerald Aungst’s class showcased their robotic animal creations to the first graders and members of the administration on Friday morning. The students finalized their projects by ensuring the animals moved and looked as they planned before they demonstrated their designs to the younger students.

Assistant Superintendent ShaVon Savage observed the fabrications and helped the groups get ready before the zoo was open for business. One group coded their owl to have its head move 180 degrees; another programmed a bear with sensors so its head moved when students gave it “food.” There were tails wagging, eyes blinking and lights reflecting as well. First grade students will continue to visit the petting zoo over the next month as the fourth graders finalize their designs. Read more> | Pictures and video>

Photo of the Week

Wednesday, CES students were treated to a safety presentation by Officers Steph and Justin from the Cheltenham Township Police Department.

Calendar Reminders

Wednesday, September 25 - Early dismissal

Schools are dismissed at the following times: K-4 Schools, 1:20 p.m.; Elkins Park School, 1:20 p.m.; Cedarbrook Middle School, 12:40 p.m., Cheltenham High School, noon.

Thursday and Friday, October 3-4 - Rosh Hashanah

Schools and offices closed

Wednesday, October 9 - Early dismissal

Schools are dismissed at the following times: K-4 Schools, 1:20 p.m.; Elkins Park School, 1:20 p.m.; Cedarbrook Middle School, 12:40 p.m., Cheltenham High School, noon.

October 14 - Professional Development Day No. 4

No classes

Wednesday, October 23 - Early dismissal

Schools are dismissed at the following times: K-4 Schools, 1:20 p.m.; Elkins Park School, 1:20 p.m.; Cedarbrook Middle School, 12:40 p.m., Cheltenham High School, noon.

Cheltenham School District Calendar> | 2024-25 Academic Calendar> | CHS Athletics Calendar>

Facilities Committee - September 2024

With co-chair Mia Blitstein presiding, the Facilities Committee convened for its monthly meeting in person and via video conferencing on Tuesday, September 3. At this meeting, the agenda included updates on the annual employee appreciation breakfast for all custodial, maintenance, and grounds employees; Cheltenham High School kiln replacement, tennis courts restoration, and terrazzo project; Elkins Park and Cedarbrook recycling initiative update; Elkins Park new furniture installation; EPIC project update and ribbon cutting ceremony for the opening of the new location. The next Facilities Committee meeting is Tuesday, October 1. Slide deck>

Educational Affairs Committee - September 2024

With co-chair Leah Mulhearn presiding, the Education Affairs Committee convened for its inaugural meeting of the year on September 17 in person and via video conferencing. The meeting began with a presentation from Cheltenham Education Foundation President Dr. Pam Hart, which focused on how the foundation supports the school district. Second on the agenda was a review of Educational Affairs Committee meeting topics for the 2024-25 school year. Third, the board received a pillar-by-pillar review of work done and to be done around the strategic plan. The final agenda item was a review of Federal programs (Titles I, II, III and IV). The next Educational Affairs Committee meeting is Tuesday, October 15. Slide deck>

Go Places With Cheltenham Adult School!

You don’t have to go to Japan to see a pagoda! Join us for the Reading Arts Crawl and discover one there. Or take our trip to NYC and see the new, multimedia exhibit exploring the life and artistry of groundbreaking choreographer Alvin Ailey at the Whitney Museum. Right here in Cheltenham, music can transport you to another world. You can plan an instrument in our orchestra, sing in our choir or learn to play guitar. Check out these choices and more on our website or in the CTAS catalog, available at libraries. Classes get under way in late September. For information, call (215) 887-1720 or visit www.cheltenhamtownshipadultschool.org.