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Hepburn-Lycoming Elementary School 355 Route 973 East
Cogan Station, PA 17728
Ph: 494-1112
Fax: 494-0534
Visit us at our web site - www.wasd.org
Personnel
Dr. Williams
Principal
Mrs. Phillips
Counselor
Mrs. Null
Instructional Support
Mrs. Hornberger Secretary
Mrs. Grieco Nurse
Mrs. Colvin Health Room Tech
NON-DISCRIMINATION
POLICY
It is the policy of the Wil-
liamsport Area School
District not to discriminate
on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex or
handicap in its educational -
vocational programs or
employment as required by
Title IX. Section 504 and
Title VI. For information
regarding civil rights and
grievance procedures con-
tact:
Director Human Resources
Williamsport Area School
District
201 West Third Street
Williamsport, PA 17701
Ph: 327-5500, Ext. 3541
At the time I am writing this letter, we have just finished our first week of PSSA test-
ing. At this point, the students in grades three, four, and five have completed two
math and one reading test. Next week we will complete two reading and our final
math test. I have been very impressed by our students’ diligence and persever-
ance during our initial week of testing. I am so proud of our students and want to
thank you the parents for sending them to school prepared with a good breakfast
and lots of love and good wishes. By the time you read this article, the testing will
be complete. Sometime in June, I will receive the preliminary unofficial results of
the testing with final scores being mailed to us during the first semester of the 2011
-12 school year. Hepburn-Lycoming has been awarded the Keystone Award for
achieving adequate yearly progress (AYP) since 2000 when the award was initi-
ated. I am expecting that this year will be an award-winning year as well.
I want to let you as parents know that the academic year is far from over. The stu-
dents often think because the PSSA test is complete, so is their academic year. We
have the entire fourth marking period to complete which begins on March 28.
Many of our grade level benchmarks and standards are taught during fourth mark-
ing period. Please reinforce to your child that the learning will continue through
June 8 when we say goodbye and begin summer break. Until then, despite Little
League, soccer, etc., the academics will continue. Please make sure that you con-
tinue to create the time in your busy schedule for your child’s daily homework and
reading.
We have many great events coming in the spring. Please plan to attend the PTO
meeting on Thursday evening, April 7, at 7:00 p.m. in the multi-purpose room. We
have a great Earth Day Celebration planned for April 21 and our first all-school
field day planned for June 1st. Much parental help will be needed with both events
so please be involved and come to the PTO meeting to see where you can help. I
will look forward to seeing you on April 7th.
Row 1-10
Railey Riley
Kam Rogers
Rodney coup
Julianna Hess
Levi Roush
Tanner Hostrander
Adam Aldenderfer
Blake DeBrody
Mitchell McManus
Dominic Fischetti
Row 11-20
Madison Satterfield
Chase Fulmer
Baelie Merrill
Matthew Tebbs
Zach Tagliaboski
Jocelyn Miller
Alan Cortright
Alex Weber
Sam Miiller
Olivia Gair
Row 51-60
Julian Kiessling
Emily Esposito
Morgan Reinsel
Lily Corter
Hailey Kinley
Liza Hughes
Dameyn James
Makenna Stryker
Zakary Rothra
Brady McKinney
During the months of December, January and February I had a display in the library
that featured Jan Brett’s books. It was in conjunction with our emphasis on “The Gift
of Reading.” It was amazing for me to see how our students enjoyed her books. As
soon as the books were returned to the display, they were checked out once again by
another student. Some students even tried to check out my personal collection that was
displayed beneath the trees.
Jan Brett is truly a gifted author and illustrator. Each time I reread one of her books, I
notice more details that I had not noticed before in the illustrations that give enriching
detail to her captivating stories. Our library recently acquired one of her new books entitled The Easter Egg. The
book begins “Cheer-up! Cheer-up! Spring is here!” I read those words as another snow storm is predicted for to-
morrow. The beautiful illustration of the spring robin and Hoppi the bunny did cheer me up. Hoppi is about to
create his first Easter egg. The rabbit who creates the winning egg, as judged by the Easter Bunny himself, gets
the honor of helping hide all of the eggs for the boys and girls to find on Easter morning. Hoppi sets off on an ad-
venture through the woods, visiting all of the other rabbits to see their creations. When he is about to begin his
egg creation, his plans take a sudden turn in action that will quite surprise the reader.
We have been concentrating on character development through emphasizing caring and trustworthiness the last
few months. This text is an excellent illustration of both traits. I would encourage you to read this book with your
child. The illustrations will captivate you and the story will thrill you. It is a book for both young and intermedi-
ate children. It is a new publication so it is not an AR title but well worth reading. As always, I will look for you
in the library!
On Friday, March 14, 10 names were drawn at random for the weekly “Gold Medal Awards.” When the students drew
their number for the “100 Chart” three rows filled all within minutes. The thirty students named above spent an hour
bowling with Dr. Williams, complete with a healthy snack and drink.
The spring book fair will be held Monday April 18 -
Thursday April 21. All students will have the opportu-
nity to visit the fair with their class during lunch (a
schedule will be sent home so you'll know which day
your child will becoming to the fair). You can send in
money or a check payable to Hepburn PTO with your
child on their assigned day, and friendly parent volun-
teers will help your child select their books. This is a
Buy One - Get One Free event so for every book your
child buys, he or she may get an additional item of the
same or less value FREE! There will also be a Family
Night on Wednesday April 20, from 6:00 - 8:00
pm. This is a chance for you and your family to shop
for books together.
We will need parent volunteers to help staff the book
fair. If you would like to help, please call Vicki Stea
at 998-2021 or Cheri Carson at 435-0340.
April 4 and 5 Parent Teacher Conferences
No School
April 7 PTO Meeting 7:00 pm
April 21, 25, & 26 Snow makeup days
School is in session
April 22 Spring Break
No School
Many items such as coats, sweatshirts, hats, gloves,
lunchboxes, etc. have been collected in the lost and
found box.
We will be displaying these items on tables in the of-
fice hallway during Parent-Teacher Conferences.
Please take time to see if your child has lost any of
these items.
Shana and Zoey Myers are very involved with LAPS ( Lycoming
Animal Protection Society) and gave students the opportunity to
donate $1 in order to purchase canned goods for the shelter. Stu-
dents filled out a printed shamrock with their name on it and it was
placed on the wall outside the office. The shamrocks went to the
shelter for display at the end of March. A total of $193 was raised
for LAPS. Thanks to all who donated and especially to Shana and
Zoey for their work at the shelter and organizing this wonderful
project..
Set aside time this month to share a good book with
your child. Have your child pick out a book for you to
read and you pick out a book for them to read. Visit
the local libraries such as the James V Brown, Lycom-
ing College, or Penn College Libraries. Walt Disney
once said “ There is more treasure in books than in all
the pirate's loot on Treasure Island.” Let your adven-
ture begin today! Happy Reading!
Physical Education News
Fitness Fanatic Club-
The students who turned in papers for February where:
Layla Waldman, Iscah Rinkleman, Brady Umstead, Jackie Snyder Levi Roush, Rebecca Carson, and Domanic Randall.
Fun in the gym with Scooters
3. The Lycoming Fitness Challenges winners are: Jackie Snyder, Lauren Early, Delaney Heller, Emma Dickey, Janelle Early, Oliver Shelman, Cameron Dickey,
Adam Aldenderfer, Ben Manetta, Jeffery Beagle, Devin Gray, Alec Dickey, Gabe Manetta, Lauren Sauers, Alexis
Carnevale, Austin Reese, Jasmine Inners.
Below are some of the winners with their prizes:
My name is Pam Borek I am a senior at
Lock Haven University majoring in ele-
mentary education. I am student teaching
in Mrs. Rhinehart's fifth grade classroom. I
have tried a few different careers before
setting my heart on educating. I am very
happy with where I am , and I'm looking
forward to graduation in May. Some hob-
bies that I have are shopping, exercising
and swimming. I reside in New Columbia, PA and plan to stay
in the area when looking for a job. I am enjoying my time here
at Hepburn and hope to someday come back.
Kim Franco is an art stu-
dent teacher from Lycoming
College. She will be in the
art room with Mrs.
McDonough Varner until
the end of April. She is
excited to be working with
the Hepburn Lycoming stu-
dents on some really neat public art projects. Her favorite
author/illustrator is Eric Carle. If you see Miss Franco in the
art room, be sure to welcome her to our school!
Zane Pardoe
Mr. Pardoe is a stu-
dent teacher in Mr.
Kelley's 5th grade
class. He is an avid
Phillies and Packers
fan as evident in the
picture of him with his
Packer Cheesehead
hat. Mr. Pardoe is a
Williamsport High
School graduate and
played football for the
Millionaires. After
student teaching he
would like to remain
in the area and hopefully get a job teaching and coach-
ing football for the Williamsport Area School District.
Kristin Kondash
a Health and
Physical Educa-
tion teacher from
Lock Haven Uni-
versity.
Miss Kinley is a graduate student in speech
therapy at Penn State. She enjoys reading,
spending time with her family, friends, and
dog, Lacey. She likes working with the stu-
dents enrolled in speech and language support
at Hepburn.
Justin Gonzalez is a non-traditional college student from
Lycoming College student teaching in Mrs. Haupt’s third
grade class this spring semester. Justin spent three years in
the business field and decided that he really wanted to be a
teacher when he
grew up!!! “Justin is
doing a great job in
our class and the
children love him”,
says Mrs. Haupt. He
will graduate this
May.
Lauren Sculley I am a senior at Lock Haven
University. My major is ele-
mentary education, and I also
have a minor in reading. My
hometown is Bethlehem, PA
where I love being active and
outdoors. Summer is my
favorite season because I love
going to the beach! After I
graduate, I plan to continue my education by obtaining my
master’s degree in reading in order to become a reading spe-
Rachel Paulhamus
I am originally from Williams-
port, PA. For the past 6 years I
have teaching ballet at the
LKW Dance Center in Mon-
toursville, PA. I will be gradu-
ating from Lock Haven Univer-
sity as an elementary education
major in May.
Asheala Snook
I am a senior at Lock Haven Univer-
sity majoring in elementary educa-
tion with a minor in special educa-
tion. I live in New Columbia, PA
where I enjoy the beautiful country.
In my free time I like to hunt, fish,
and play soccer and softball. After
graduation, I plan on becoming a
teacher in the central Susquehanna
Valley and mold the future of our
country through the youth.
Amanda Fratzola, from
Lycoming College, is student
teaching with Mrs. Burger's
second grade. She enjoys
cooking and reading. She is
from Factoryville, PA.
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Kdg. Registration
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Parent Teacher Conf.
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Kdg. Registration
6/5
9:00 - 3:00 Kdg. Reg.
10:30 am - 1st gr to
“Mercer Mayer” at
CAC
7/1
9:00 - 3:00 Kdg. Reg.
7:00 pm PTO Mtg.
8/2
9:00 - 3:00 Kdg Reg.
AR Party
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Instrumental Week
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Book Fair
19/4
Book Fair
20/5
Book Fair
Book Fair Family
Night 6:00 - 8:00 pm
21/5
Snow makeup
School in session
Celebrate Earth Day
Spring Treat
Book Fair
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Instrumental Week
Snow makeup
School in session
26/1
Snow makeup
School in session
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