January 18th, 2013

Independent Projects- Open House- January 31st @6:30 pm

Swift students are now writing the first draft of their independent project reports.  To get to this point they have completed an outline, bibliography, and notecards.  We teach students to write one fact per notecard and emphasize the importance of putting all ideas into their own words.  We also focus on copyright rules as students search for images for visuals.  No images should be used in a project without proper citation.  Better yet, we send students to sites which share photos in the public domain.  Again, the process of these projects is as important as the content.  Please save the evening- January 31st at 6:30 pm- for the Open House.  Students will be excited to share with you!

Marko the Magician- Spread the Word

Saturday, Jan. 26th, 6:30 PM

WCS Auditorium

Please join us for a fun filled evening of magic and hypnosis with Marko the

Magician sponsored by Swift House.

General admission tickets are $8 each. Click here for a ticket order form.

WCS Geobee

Congratulations to the Swift House representatives at the WCS GeoBee last week.  Johnny C, Ananth M and Jeff G worked hard to study for the rigorous questions.  The first place winner will go on to the state competition (name to be announced).  Jeff G deserves recognition for his impressive third place finish.  Baxter B acted as the Swift head coach and time keeper as well.

 

FAPAC January Meeting Highlights

To:  Swift House Parents

From:  Liz Neeld, Karen Cutler, FAPAC Representatives

The FAP Advisory Council held an evening session of its monthly meeting on January 10th.  The focus of the meeting was the House Placement Process.  A number of parents attended this meeting and lots of great feedback was collected.  Check out all this feedback and other information on the House Placement Process in the full minutes in a PDF format by clicking HERE.  Below are a few other meeting highlights:

School Board and School Budget:  School Board is holding a meeting on January 24th at 6 pm to vote on the school budget.  Also, there is an Open Seat on the School Board.

Variety Show:  This great event with performances from school staff, students and community members will be held on March 22nd at WCS.  Check the School Bell for more information.

Big Basket Raffle:  Committee currently being formed to plan this important spring school fundraiser.  Event will be on April 13th.  Need volunteers to help with all aspects of this event.  If you are interested and have some time to help, please e-mail Liz Neeld at lneeld711@gmail.com.

Family Formal:  Hosted by CVU, this event is on January 26th and is a lot of fun, especially for K-4 families and is a Make a Wish fundraiser.  Information on this event can be found in the School Bell.

Next FAPAC meeting is on Thursday, February 14th at 8:15 am.  All are welcome!!!

Please contact me at km_cutler@myfairpoint.net if you have feedback or questions on FAP.  Thanks.

 

 Flu and Strep Throat

The school nurse as sent out the alert that we need to be extra careful about spreading germs this time of year.  Click here for her notice and strep throat in Swift House.  See below for this season's flu tips.

Preventing the Flu: Good Health Habits Can Help Stop Germs

The single best way to prevent seasonal flu is to get vaccinated each year, but good health habits like covering your cough and washing your hands often can help stop the spread of germs and prevent respiratory illnesses like the flu. There also are flu antiviral drugs that can be used to treat and prevent the flu.

1. Avoid close contact.

Avoid close contact with people who are sick. When you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick too.

2. Stay home when you are sick.

If possible, stay home from work, school, and errands when you are sick. You will help prevent others from catching your illness.

3. Cover your mouth and nose.

Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. It may prevent those around you from getting sick.

4. Clean your hands.

Washing your hands often will help protect you from germs. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub.

5. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.

Germs are often spread when a person touches something that is contaminated with germs and then touches his or her eyes, nose, or mouth.

6. Practice other good health habits.

Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces at home, work or school, especially when someone is ill. Get plenty of sleep, be physically active, manage your stress, drink plenty of fluids, and eat nutritious food.