Ciara White McShane was recently selected as a TIP scholar during Duke University's 38th annual 7th grade Talent Search. This program helps gifted seventh graders develop their abilities and identify the extent of their academic talent through above-level testing (click on the title to read more).

Congratulations to Mrs. Robin Heigley, 1st-grade teacher, and Mr. Larry DiSilvesto, high school technology education teacher for being nominated to be Keystone Technology Innovators. The Keystone Technology Innovator program is organized by PAECT. Each principal can nominate one individual for “outstanding classroom technology innovation." Once nominated, teachers have the opportunity to become 1 of 100 “Keystone Technology STARS” and participate in a week-long summit this summer. In past years high school science teacher, Mr. Tavis Bogue, and Dynamic Learning Project Coach, Mrs. Rachel McVeagh, were selected as STARS. Good luck Mrs. Heigley & Mr. DiSilvestro.

Congratulations to high school teacher, Mrs. Amy Palo, who was recently selected as a James Madison Memorial Fellow. The James Madison Fellowships were created to honor Madison's legacy and Madisonian principles by providing support for graduate study that focuses on the Constitution, its history and contemporary relevance to the practices and policies of democratic government. Mrs. Palo will receive up to $24,000 to pay for her master’s degree in American History. Next summer, Mrs. Palo will be studying at Georgetown University.

Congratulations to high school English teacher, Mrs. Jen Kosek. Mrs. Kosek successfully completed an intense 3-hour exam to earn her Google Certified Educator Level 1 certificate. Mrs. Kosek joins the ranks of several other teachers throughout the district.

Cornell School District swimming lessons are offered for children ages 5 – 12. The cost for each 4-week session will be $40.00. There are two times classes will be available: 5:45 – 6:15 PM and 6:15 – 6:45 PM. If your child wishes to attend, please make sure to have the proper swim attire, including a swimsuit that fits and goggles. See the attached flyer for additional information including the registration form.