Caring for community Jun 18, 2009
Under the capable and committed supervision of adjustment counselor Jan Lee, third grade teacher Heidi Caccivio and special education teacher Jessica Binns, Winthrop School recently wound up its second full year of Kids Care Club. The activity has been running for years at Cutler School and was started at Buker School when it opened as an elementary school in 1999. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
40 years a teacher, and counting Jun 17, 2009
Jarnagin has worked in Thorp schools for the past eight years as a special education teacher, the district s special ed director and a senior high English teacher ... It was then she read an ad in the Daily Record indicating Thorp School District needed a part-time special education teacher ... Fellow special education teacher Becky Hill, also a third-grade teacher in Thorp schools, said she ll miss Jarnagin. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
The long and short of it Jun 16, 2009
Cunha special education teacher Jennifer Zamora asked that her long brown hair become a fuzzball in back but long enough so I can tuck my bangs behind my ears, and left with a sassy style she said her husband would love: It s so light. It never moves when I toss my head. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Olmsted students and staff mourn loss of popular teacher Jun 16, 2009
Students and staff at Easton s Olmsted School are still reeling from the loss of Deborah Hart, a beloved special education teacher who died suddenly of a heart attack Tuesday night. Hart, who had taught in the Easton Schools for 16 years had spent the last 10 years teaching third and fourth-graders at the Olmstead School. (Easton Journal, MA)
Cozad had violent history Jun 16, 2009
Allison Pex, the program administrator for the South Coast ESD and a former special education teacher, said she had Cozad as a student in the fourth through sixth grades ... Special Education teacher Marta Minty said Cozad became more sexually aggressive as he matured. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Sampson seen as a 'gentle giant' Jun 16, 2009
His mother, who died four years ago, was a South Carolina transplant who worked as a special education teacher in Brooklyn. The family was middle-class, as is the senator's own family. (Albany Times Union)
School nurses out? Jun 16, 2009
As a former special education teacher with the LABBB collaborative for 21 years, Legnon said the school nurses know the children nearly as well as teachers and families and know what can be serious. When dealing with seizures, what could be a typical seizure for one student, could certainly be a life-threatening event for another. (Burlington Union, MA)
Benz-Jacobsen engagement Jun 6, 2009
She is employed as an early childhood special education teacher in Columbus Junction. Mike is a 2001 graduate of Sac City High School and a 2005 graduate of the University of Iowa. (Ocheyedan Press Melvin News, IA)
Framingham principal picked for Shrewsbury post Jun 6, 2009
A 15-year veteran principal and special education teacher will leave the Walsh Middle School in July to become assistant superintendent in Shrewsbury ... "Ideally, I'll be spending a lot of time in the schools, with teachers and students," said Cummings, who taught for five years before joining Framingham's Fuller Middle School 10 years ago as a special education teacher. (Framingham TAB, MA)
TCHS teacher wins Navy SEAL challenge Jun 4, 2009
In what was certainly one of the more strenuous measures of one s toughness, a special education teacher from The Colony High School proved among the toughest. Chuck Olinger, 41, won a coveted blue shirt and two first-place medals, as well as a chance to apply to become an actual Navy SEAL, despite being 13 years too old to join the team. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Deadline nears, still no budget Jun 4, 2009
But Artis Wheatley, a special education teacher from Magnolia, said she's ready for the bickering to end. She's one of many national-board certified instructors concerned they may not receive an annual $6,000 supplement provided by the state. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Overcoming obstacles: Disability does not stop teen May 30, 2009
Clinton High School special education teacher Regina Britt, who worked with Joseph, called him a hard worker. "He always tried his best and was always concerned about his grades," Britt said in an e-mail. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Lincoln School Foundation awards grants May 30, 2009
Social studies content specialist Janice Fairchild and special education teacher Claudia Fox Tree co-authored a grant proposal for a service learning and civic engagement conference. The daylong conference for students and teachers in grades 6-8 on both campuses will explore social issues on a local, national and global scale. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Keokuk School District sees 320 years combined experience retire May 29, 2009
Carolyn Galbraith, George Washington special education teacher, 32 years in the district. Dale Hyatt, Wells-Carey Elementary custodian, 21 years in the district. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Kelso prom king excels at making everyone around him feel special May 29, 2009
Prom chaperone and Kelso special education teacher Kris Soyars said she teared up after Jake was crowned. Many of her students befriend students outside special education, but she s never seen a student as genuinely well-liked and widely accepted as Jake. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Union calls on Kaleida to reverse decision May 29, 2009
In a prepared release, special education teacher Norm Kohn called it the only program of its kind in Erie County. This closure would impact hundreds of children with special needs, especially those enrolled in the Therapeutic Aquatic Swim Program, he said. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Changes in store for local preschool program May 28, 2009
The board approved three staff appointments: Mike Grant as the Special Education Teacher at DLHS; Robyn Jerome as the grade two teacher at Sweetwater; and Kara Buchhop as the grade two teacher at Prairie View. Resignations were also approved from Jason Wandler, CMS math teacher and coach, and Kimberly Kuhle, grade one teacher at Prairie View. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)
Rowley-Petrin May 28, 2009
She is a fourth- and fifth-grade special education teacher at North Elementary School in Franklin Park ... He is a fourth- through sixth-grade special education teacher at Jewish Child Family Services in Chicago. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Enderle says good-bye to Fulton after 24 years May 27, 2009
Director of Special Services and Federal Programs Barbara Reid, who started as a special education teacher at the middle school at the same time Enderle did agreed he has made a big impact on the district. Hes just been an integral part of the district for 24 years, and its going to be difficult to replace someone whos lived, eaten and breathed Hornet Country for so long, Reid said. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Local teacher recognized Special ed instructor finds new ways to reach students May 27, 2009
Steven King/Dispatch, Rita Wiebold, top, is a special education teacher at Cactus Middle School in Casa Grande ... These are just a few words used to describe teacher Rita Wiebold, who recently was named Special Education Teacher of the Year by the state Daughters of the American Revolution. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Awaiting orders May 25, 2009
Times-News: Magicvalley. to register or to login to your Magicvalley. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Students restrained May 24, 2009
I am a special education teacher and I have worked in other areas dealing with troubled youth. The bottom line is that the bottom line is all that is looked at. (The Palm Beach Post)
Disco fever invades Plano May 23, 2009
Ashley Ohl, special education teacher at Jackson Elementary, won the 2009 Plano ISD beginning elementary teacher of the year award. Ohl teaches a class of six boys she calls wild, but said she loves them. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Tindell released on bond May 21, 2009
Published: Wednesday, May 20, 2009 11:04 AM CDT Former special education teacher Larry Tindell was released on bond Monday night, his first day out of the Escambia County Correctional Facility since his Feb. 10 arrest on drug charges ... Tindell retired from his position as a special education teacher at W.S. Neal High School after his arrest. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Momot resigns from Farmington School Board May 21, 2009
The featured teacher award was given to Margie Genice, a special education teacher at the high school. Hatch presented the award. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Secretary Of Education To Monitor How Public Schools Use Restraint May 21, 2009
WASHINGTON (May 20, 2009)--After a day of testimony from witnesses that included the foster mother of a 14-year-old Killeen middle school student who died in 2002 after a 230-pound special education teacher pinned him to the floor, U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan told a congressional panel Wednesday he intends to monitor how states use seclusion and restraint in public schools. Duncan said Wednesday he also plans to make sure all states have clear policies in place from the coming... (KWTX.com, TX)
Teacher Accused In Teen's Beating May 21, 2009
HOUSTON -- A special education teacher has been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after a teen who lived with him posted footage on YouTube of a pistol-whipping he suffered, authorities said. Cashin Clay, 53, who works for the Houston Independent School District, is free on $30,000 bail, Harris County District Attorney spokeswoman Donna Hawkins said. (Click2Houston, TX)
Forest City schools' retirees ‘irreplaceable' May 20, 2009
FOREST CITY We may be able to fill your positions, but we won't be able to replace you, said Forest City special education teacher Tracey Broesder tearfully at a Retirement Tea held at the high school last week. Ending their final years at Forest City Community Schools is Anne Bakke, Family mer Science instructor and Lorie Pruisner, Middle School art teacher. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Congressional Panel Hears About Killeen Teens Death At School May 20, 2009
After acting out in class one day, Napoleon, 129 pounds, was pinned to the floor by his 230-pound special education teacher, who lay on him to quiet him down. Federal investigators said when she got off or soon after, he was dead. (KWTX.com, TX)
BES' Fearn dances into retirement May 20, 2009
Lipsey Middle School Principal Lorraine Carey and Assistant Principal Kim Wand are also retiring this year, and current Mamie Martin Elementary Assistant Principal Rob McCreary will take Carey's place, and Brookhaven High School special education teacher and assistant football coach Trevor Brister will take the assistant position. The Daily Leader 2009. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
All for the love of kids: Merchlewitz named Teacher of the Year May 20, 2009
I told him no, said Deb Ward, a special education teacher at Winona elementary schools. I think he s an excellent teacher. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Cheers as C-A budget passes May 20, 2009
Staff reductions include the elimination of two teacher aides and a middle school special education teacher as well as the district s second school psychologist, who officials say is not required due to program changes. As a result of improved middle school mathematics scores, a teaching assistant in the middle school will not be necessary and a currently-vacant teacher s aide position in the high school will remain vacant. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Houston teacher accused in teens beating May 20, 2009
HOUSTON -- A special education teacher has been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after a teen who lived with him posted footage on YouTube of a pistol-whipping he suffered, authorities said. Also Online. (KHOU.com, TX)
GAO: Schools confine disabled kids May 19, 2009
Cedric Napolean died at age 14 after his special education teacher used a "therapeutic floor hold," police said. By Greg Toppo, USA TODAY Children with disabilities are being secluded from classmates and restrained against their will to control their behavior, a new investigative report finds interventions that have led to harm and, in rare cases, deaths. (USA Today)
RESTRAINT: Technique can dispirit, injure students May 19, 2009
Cedric Napolean died at age 14 after his special education teacher used a "therapeutic floor hold," police said. By Greg Toppo, USA TODAY Toni Price was at work that afternoon in 2002 when she got the call from her foster son Cedric's eighth-grade teacher: Paramedics were at his middle school in Killeen, Texas. (USA Today)
NH Supreme Court rejects student suicide lawsuit May 18, 2009
The court upheld a previous Superior Court ruling that dismissed a wrongful death lawsuit, finding the district, a special education teacher and guidance counselor were not legally responsible for seventh-grader Joshua Markiewicz's death in January 2005. The 13-year-old at Iber Holmes Gove Middle School used a belt to hang himself at home after he was suspended from school. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Today's news May 17, 2009
Special Education Teacher Needed Burke County Public Schools, Waynesboro, GA. Teach students with. (). (The Augusta Chronicle)
County detention center could see expansion May 15, 2009
We are looking for a special education teacher to work with these kids. They need to be learning, not watching television for 12 hours at a time, Haskell said. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Boone school board recognizes retirees for years of service May 15, 2009
Pictured from left, Associate Superintendent Sharon Dowd-Jasa, Boone Middle School special education teacher Susan Brown, Franklin Elementary School third-grade teacher Nancy Niemants and Boone High School Dean of Students Bob Terrones ... The four staff members who were presented Awards of Merit contributed a combined 84 years of involvement in education and include Boone Middle School special education teacher Susan Brown, Associate Superintendent Sharon Dowd-Jasa, Franklin Elementary School... (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Refunds sought for prepaid funerals May 14, 2009
Funeral refunds sought 051409 - The Augusta Chronicle. It took Mattie Roberts a few minutes to guide her walker to the front of the room and settle in beside Frank V. Griffin, the funeral director at the Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Libraries get new computer stations May 14, 2009
Libraries institute new computer stations with fun educational features 051409 - The Augusta Chronicle. Children visiting three area libraries have something new to try out. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Holder stirs up baseball interest in football town May 14, 2009
Thomson is getting a taste of Terry Holder's magic -- and learning that sports don't necessarily begin and end in the Brickyard during the fall. Holder, the former dean of Columbia County baseball with eight state championships at Evans and Greenbrier, took over a sputtering Thomson program four years ago after repeatedly turning the job offer down. (The Augusta Chronicle)
More 'go-to' folks make CSRA better place May 14, 2009
More 'go-to' folks make CSRA a better place 051409 - The Augusta Chronicle. This is the third column in a series on outstanding people who give much of their time, talent and treasure in support of good causes in our area. (The Augusta Chronicle)
A salute to the military May 14, 2009
Salute to the military 051409 - The Augusta Chronicle. Thunder Over Augusta, an Armed Forces Day tribute to members of the military, will take place Saturday in downtown Augusta. (The Augusta Chronicle)
NASCAR: Driver loving every minute May 14, 2009
Loving every minute 051409 - The Augusta Chronicle. After trying to retire a couple times, Mark Martin has stopped trying to convince himself -- and everyone else -- that he's ready to slow down. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Canal turbine restart stalled for repairs May 14, 2009
Turbine restart stalled for unexpected repairs 051409 - The Augusta Chronicle. The Augusta Canal might be full again, but its hydropower operations are far from normal. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Education specialist loves her job May 14, 2009
Education specialist loves job 051409 - The Augusta Chronicle. Education specialist loves job By Nikasha Dicks Thursday, May 14, 2009. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Pacers slugger now hunting for records May 14, 2009
AIKEN Travis Howard wants to make time for his hobby. The avid outdoorsman would like to wet a line and replicate his feat as a 13-year-old. (The Augusta Chronicle)
More students passing Ga. graduation test May 14, 2009
More passing graduation test 051409 - The Augusta Chronicle. More passing graduation test Staff and Wire Reports Thursday, May 14, 2009. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Sonic Spotlight: L.M. English May 14, 2009
MEMBER OF: Steel guitarist, the Jeremy Graham Band, since 2007. BEST CONCERT ATTENDED: A Day in the Country, Augusta Riverfront Marina, 2008. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Braves hang on for win in 12th May 14, 2009
Braves hang on 051409 - The Augusta Chronicle. Braves hang on ATLANTA 8, NEW YORK 7 (12 INNINGS) Associated Press Thursday, May 14, 2009. (The Augusta Chronicle)
What's so funny? May 14, 2009
051409 - The Augusta Chronicle. Not much out of the mouth of this over-the-top comedienne Augusta Chronicle Editorial Staff Thursday, May 14, 2009. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Rants and Raves May 14, 2009
Comments from our readers. THIS IS A RAVE for all the mothers featured in Sunday's article about moms working from home. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Golf: Jaguars begin NCAA quest May 14, 2009
Jaguars begin NCAA quest 051409 - The Augusta Chronicle. Augusta State's golfers enter postseason play with 2008 on their mind. (The Augusta Chronicle)
What's the matter with voter ID? May 14, 2009
What's the matter with voter ID. 051409 - The Augusta Chronicle. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Augusta man shot, killed in Ala. May 14, 2009
Augusta man shot, killed in Ala. 051309 - The Augusta Chronicle. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Pupils learn principles of democracy May 14, 2009
Tyler Owens plans to become a senator one day. He got practice during simulated congressional hearings Friday at Lake Forest Hills Elementary School. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Remember, this is just after 100 days May 14, 2009
Those of you who voted for Barack Obama -- do you have buyer's remorse yet. I mean, his Cabinet appointments, vice president selection, apologies galore to all for all, and never-before-seen spending notwithstanding, all one has to do is recognize what his priorities are to determine that (a) he is one scary and dangerous Ivy League elitist, and (b) he could really care less about us. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Ireland inspires Augustan's collages May 14, 2009
Augusta artist-musician Lillie Morris has a special place in her heart for Ireland, and it seems that Ireland is as fond of her. Since her first visit in 2000, she has returned every year, often to Listowel, a town in County Kerry that has become something of a home base for her. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Singer, fiddler to put on shows at area nightclub May 14, 2009
Two talented entertainers are performing this weekend at the Country Club night spot on Washington Road: Area-reared Eric Lee Beddingfield performs Friday night and fiddling singer Natalie Stovall on Saturday. Mr. Beddingfield and his popular country rock band have a large following from their performances across the nation, ranging from small-town roadhouses to the International Dairy Convention in Madison, Wis. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Across the area May 14, 2009
ASU unlikely to carry funds over into 2010. Another sharp decline in state revenue could wipe out money Augusta State University hoped to carry over into next fiscal year, President William A. Bloodworth says. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Graduation test data may come today May 14, 2009
Local school system may release state graduation test data today 051409 - The Augusta Chronicle. Local school system may release state graduation test data today Staff Thursday, May 14, 2009 6:01 a.m.. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Aiken police set to upgrade equipment May 14, 2009
Police set to upgrade equipment 051409 - The Augusta Chronicle. The federal stimulus package could put more police officers on the streets. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Military families appreciate fun day May 14, 2009
I had the pleasure of attending Operation Augusta Cares at the Wilson YMCA recently with my four children, and was duly impressed. It was obvious that a lot of thought and hard work had gone into this event. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Army identifies soldier in high-speed chase May 14, 2009
Army identifies soldier in chase that wrecked 4 cop cars 051409 - The Augusta Chronicle. Army identifies soldier in chase that wrecked 4 cop cars Morris News Service Thursday, May 14, 2009 6:16 a.m.. (The Augusta Chronicle)
