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Uniform academic standards proposed |
A panel of educators comprised of governors and state commissioners of education from 48 states, 2 territories and the District of Columbia committed to developing a common core of state standards in English-language arts and mathematics for grades K-12 proposed a uniform set of academic standards, plotting their vision for what US public school children should learn in math and English from kindergarten through high school. For decades many educators and lawmakers have considered the today's system of state standards a weak link in American education especially because standards and standardized tests vary so widely from state to state. The Common Core State Standard Initiative (CCSSI) would like your input on their draft K-12 standards. |
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Paul Bailey returning home |
After almost five months of surgeries, procedures, and treatments, Paul Bailey will return home on Tuesday, March 16th. Paul will be going to Jefferson Hospital for evaluation before transfering to Magee Rehab in Philadelphia for short-term in-patient rehabilitation services. Family, friends and neighbors who are looking forward to a long awaited welcomecoming may continue to follow his progress and make contributions to the Paul Bailey Recovery Fund @ paulbaileyinfo.blogspot. |
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Local connection to Travels With My Aunt |
Travels With My Aunt opens April 1st-18th at the WST Independence Studio on 3 and is directed by Merchantville, NJ's John Peakes. He is the Founding Artistic Director of Lansing, MI's Boarshead Theatre and has worked in the Philadelphia area for the past six years. John has performed in over 200 productions including six at the Walnut Street Theatre. Travels With My Aunt marks John's directorial debut at the Walnut after directing well over 100 productions. |
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Annual Egg Hunt scheduled |
 The Easter Egg Hunt will be held on the lawns of the Merchantville Community Center on Saturday, March 27, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Children ages 10 and under are welcome to come to scoop up eggs, candies and treats! Make sure to bring along a basket or bag to collect all your goodies. Parents and relatives are encouraged to bring their cameras to capture the fun with the Easter bunny! For information call 856-662-2474 ext. 157. RAIN DATE: Saturday, 4/3. |
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Budget cuts spur request for input |
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Although Governor Christies final school budget will not be relased until March 16 he has instituted emergency measures to lower the state deficit. One such measure reduces Merchantville School District funding by $460,500 for 2009-10. This mirrors the current district surplus and represents 25.4% of the district state aid. Those funds had been earmarked to pay for our contracted
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PSE&G launches pole-mounted solar project |
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Over the last month, Public Service Electric & Gas, New Jersey's largest power company, has been installing solar panels on streetlights and utility poles across its distribution network in an effort to meet a state mandate that 20 percent of electricity come from alternative energy sources by 2020. They have
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The New Jersey Home Performance with ENERGY STAR program offers financial incentives on energy efficient improvement packages. The more energy savings measures you decide to install, the greater the incentive you may be eligible to receive. The assessment includes a visual inspection of your house as well as combustion appliance testing and could take up to three hours. |
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Public employee residency rule proposed |
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There are three (3) seats open for 3 year terms each. Running for re-election this year are Edward Bohn, from 107 St James Avenue, and Jennifer Perno, from 15 Morris Street. The new candidate is Mark Iannucci, Principal of Mary E. Volz School Runnemede who resides at 62 W.
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St. Peters School K, PreK-4 & PreK-3 registration: 3/3/10 from 9:00-11:00 a.m.