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EAGLE EXPRESS
VOLUME 18 No. 2 Winter 2014
Lake Shore Central School District Newsletter
Lake Shore Central School District , 959 Beach Road, Angola NY 14006 www.lakeshorecsd.org
OUR
MISSION:
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A Steadfast Commitment District continues to provide rich, educational opportunitiesDistrict continues to provide rich, educational opportunities
By JAMES E. PRZEPASNIAK,
Superintendent of Schools
T he Lake Shore Central School District
will not defy the New York State
Education Department—our District will
continue to align our educational programs
with Common Core State Learning Standards
and the Regents Reform Agenda preparing
our students for college and careers.
The Administrative Cabinet and Board of
Education also have a steadfast commitment
to cultivating engaging, diverse and
challenging educational opportunities and
learning environments to promote life-long
learning and achievement in preparation for
high school graduation, college and careers.
The Lake Shore School District and school
districts across all New York State are in the
midst of implementing rigorous instruction
based on the new state standards as using
educational “modules” to support the
implementation of the curriculum and
provide guidance to students and teachers.
This process is not flawless and there is
resistance to this reform and implementation,
however the New York State Commissioner
of Education, John King, and the New York
State Board of Regents have stood firm in
their commitment to the CCLS and the
Regents Reform Agenda preparing our
students for college and career readiness.
At the local level, Annual Professional
Performance Review (APPR) provides a
framework for teacher evaluations across the
District. Using specific criteria including:
state assessment scores, building scores, local
assessment scores, evidence folders and
observations I am pleased that all Lake Shore
Teachers and Principals are either effective
or highly effective.
As part of the teacher evaluation process,
building and district administrators are
spending considerable time in our classrooms
across the District. We are witnesses to the
powerful instruction that engages our
students and integrates the CCLS into our
curriculum and classrooms. Having been in
education for the last four decades, I can
truly say that I am amazed and excited to see
how our teachers and students are embracing
the Common Core and working together for
greater success.
Our teachers and administrators have worked
incredibly hard to prepare and support our
students in implementing the CCLS and our
students are engaged in rigorous learning
activities in our classrooms.
Our children are doing well and rising to the
challenges before them. I would encourage
parents to visit Engageny.org to learn more
about the Regents Reform Agenda and
Common Core Learning Standards and con-
tact their child’s teacher or building principal
for more information or with any questions
about instruction or curriculum.
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Celebrating the Successes...
Plain Talk by the Board of Education
T his is a season of reflection and focus for many—
including the Board of Education. Over the past year, the
Board, the Administrative Cabinet, teachers and support staff
have worked extremely hard to provide relevant, quality
educational programming and services for our students. This
work is evident in the accomplishments our students, our staff,
and District have earned. These successes have become new
“Points of Pride” for the District and our school community.
These achievements inspire us to work harder every day and
continue to strengthen our efforts throughout the District.
During this time of resolution and commitment, we would like
to share with you some of these successes that have occurred in
the past year:
DISTRICT LEVEL:
The New York State Education Department has released
Annual Professional Performance Review (APPR)
composite scores that include scores from state
assessments, building and local assessments, observations,
walk-throughs and evidence folder scores. ALL Lake
Shore CSD Faculty and Administrators have been
designated by the SED as highly effective/effective.
Graduation rates continue to increase: June 2013—82%
August 2013—86%. This improvement is one of the
criteria for Reward School designation by the New York
State Education Department.
Lake Shore Senior High School is one of 249 schools in
the State designated by the Education Department as a
Reward School for 2013-14, this recognizes building level
performance in making adequate yearly progress, efforts in
closing performance gaps in math and ELA and exceeding
the state average for students graduating with Regents
diplomas with advanced designation or a CTE
endorsement.
The District has officially closed $22 million in EXCEL
Capital Projects providing renovation and updates to multi-
ple buildings.
The District was showcased at the November New York
State School Boards Convention in Rochester where MS
Assistant Principal Jill Clark and Highland Teacher
Kristina Lewis presented on literacy and the Common Core
and High School Counselor Steve Brown presented on
College on Track.
A recent audit of the District’s financial operations found
all aspects of operations complete and accurate.
The District continues to host a Middle School Delegation
from China on an annual basis.
The District is one of two schools in the region to receive
funding through the NYS Strengthening Teacher and
Leader Effectiveness 2 funding. During the 2014-15 year,
the District will receive $328,500 for professional
development and instructional innovation and leadership.
The District has also been awarded an additional $266,825
in the NYS School District Management Efficiency Grant
Program; the District has qualified for the second year of
funding through this grant program. These funds will be
used to offset costs of our energy management contract and
for lighting improvements in the Middle and High School.
Through the efforts of a full-time energy program educator
and energy management company, the District has made
significant strides in reducing energy consumption and
generating savings.
Buildings throughout the District held successful
emergency drills and evacuations this fall.
A new Mission Statement will guide the District into the
future. The Board adopted this Mission Statement earlier
this fall: “The Lake Shore Central School District in
partnership with our students, families and school
community will cultivate engaging, diverse, and
challenging educational opportunities and learning
environments to promote life-long learning and
achievement in preparation for high school graduation,
college and careers.”
ELEMENTARY LEVEL:
Three elementary students in the ALPHA gifted and
talented program from A.J. Schmidt, J.T. Waugh, and
Highland, placed in the Top Ten Inventors in the 2013
WNY Invention Convention: Donald Mogavero, Cole
Fuller, Elysia Sereika.
Highland Elementary School
Choruses, bands, and orchestra were chosen to perform at
Kleinhans with the All-County Chorus.
Five students participated in the Fantasy Island Music
Festival.
Highland students participated in “Plant the Promise” for
Red Ribbon Week at the Steeple View Senior Apts.
Students coordinated a loose change fundraiser to help the
victims of the tornadoes in Oklahoma, netting over $1,400.
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Students support the Caps for Kids fundraiser to support
children's cancer research, raising approximately $350.
A new focus on health and wellness has been launched in the
building.
A Girls on the Run program has been started and is gaining
popularity.
Highland has received a PLAY 60 Challenge Grant for
$1000 worth of sports equipment for the Physical Education
Program through the Buffalo Bills
J.T. Waugh Elementary School:
Students persuaded the World Book Encyclopedia to include
a link for Willis H. Carrier (father of modern day air
conditioning) in their publication.
Students participated in Pennies for Wheels for Meals on
Wheels, and Pink Ribbons for the Susan G. Komen and
Young Survivor Coalition.
The school hosted a program for the local preschools,
"Catching the Common Core" to help increase the level of
knowledge for the instructors; it was attended by the SNI
ECLC, Headstart, Care-a-Lot, and an in home provider.
Girls on the Run program continues to be popular with
students.
A.J. Schmidt Elementary School:
The 5th grade band attended and performed at the Fantasy
Island Music Festival.
Students, Ashley Vaught, Katie Taylor, Jewell Littlejohn,
and Hannah Maclellan were selected to participate in
Elementary All County Chorus.
On an annual basis student entries have placed in the WNY
United Drug Free Poetry contest.
Three art students placed 1st, 2nd, and 3rd for their art work
in the WNY Drug Free contest.
Students raised $1700.00 for the Leukemia/Lymphoma
Society.
14 students had their poems published in Creative
Communication Spring anthology.
Students, parents, faculty and staff donated loose change
during the Scholastic Book Fairs to purchase books for the
Boys & Girls Club of Lake Shore, Women & Children's
Hospital and the YMCA Pre-K program at WT Hoag.
The Spelling Bee highlighted the importance of academic
achievement.
MIDDLE LEVEL:
Students participated in Spring and Fall clean-ups at Cradle
Beach Camp.
Students gained international perspectives through hosting
the Chinese Delegation this fall.
Student, Maya Thompson, won an honorable mention for her
artwork, and her illustration has been included in the 2013-
14 SIT-CLICK-RIDE Traffic Safety Calendar published by
the NYS Health Department.
CS&V Leo’s Club participated in a Lock-In to benefit
Friends of the Village.
Fifty seventh grade students were inducted into the National
Junior Honor Society.
Seventh and Eighth Grade orchestras performed at Kleinhans
as part of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Community
Spotlight Performance.
The school hosted several presenters to educate students on
several social issues: Barb Colorosa – National Presenter:
The Bully, the Bullied, and the Bystander; Sue Connors –
Tourettes Association: Disability Awareness and Bullying in
the School; Four refugees from Journeys End Refugee
Center - awareness presentation about refugees from around
the world.; Perry Ground – storyteller: presenter for Native
American History Month.
Columbian Cultural Exchange Program – celebrates cultural
exchange of ideas during the age of Columbus.
SECONDARY LEVEL:
Twenty-three sophomores have been inducted into the
Academy of Business and Finance. Twenty students have been inducted into Lamda Sigma for
exceptional achievement in Science.
Twenty-one students have been inducted into the National Honor
Society.
The artwork of Alphonso Butlak was selected by Congressman
Chris Collins for display in New York State’s 27th Congressional
District Office.
The first permanent student sculpture has been installed in the
Lake Shore High Courtyard.
A diverse and supportive environment has been cultivated by
student groups and adults.
Improvements in the Parent Portal have enhanced
communication with parents.
College On Track digitally prepares students for college
application process.
Fifty-three students earned college credit in language through
Hilbert College.
Three students won the annual essay contest sponsored by
the Buffalo-Dortmund Sister City Committee.
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AP Calculus students won first place at the MST
Competition in May at SUNY Fredonia.
More than 30 students participated in the Europe trip.
Goin’ Bald for Bucks continues to train student leaders in
event organization and encourages school community
involvement in the annual fundraiser for Roswell Park
Cancer Institute.
The Lake Shore High Art Department offers extensive
community service through art, including: Forty
lighthouses to be created and displayed in the Lake Shore
Community, raising approximately $10,000 for the Boys
and Girls Club, Visions From Veterans – 11 student
paintings are on display at the VA Hospital of Buffalo and
“Under the Sea” sculptured chairs were created for the
Mikey’s Way Foundation.
Homecoming 2013 involved a great number of school
community members, and events were positive and
supportive of our athletic teams.
Awards in Athletics:
Twenty-one Varsity teams met the criteria for NYS Schol-
ar Athletic Teams last year and all of the fall teams have
achieved this distinction as well.
Varsity Boys Volleyball Team became the Far West
Regional Champions and State Finalists.
Student, T.J. Hornberger, became a three-time Cross Coun-
try Sectional Champion and State Champion in his
division.
Accolades in Music:
Students Selected for All State: Mary Gian, George Donald
Beckstein III, Kennedy Cymerman, Kade McGarrity,
Jonathan Weber, Kyle Tezanos, Jake Zelak, Lillian Manke,
Brianne Ingrao, and Emmelee Williams.
Students Selected for All County: George Donald
Beckstein III, Kennedy Cymerman, Erin Atwood,
Kade McGarrity, Jonathan Weber, Paulina Pierce, Kyle
Tezanos, Jake Zelak, Benjamin Hellert, and Brianne
Ingrao.
The Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Bands participated in
the Performing Arts Consultants National Music Festival
in NYC, placing first in their class. The Wind Ensemble
received the Grand Champion Award with the highest
overall score out of any participating group.
Emily Gibbs (Senior Flute) was awarded the Outstanding
Soloist Award in the Performing Arts Consultants National
Music Festival in NYC.
FACULTY, STAFF, AND ADMINISTRATION:
Kristina Lewis – Regional Presenter for ELA Common
Core teaching at the Erie County School Boards
Association Annual Conference.
Lorraine Florczyk – Presenter at the Fall Sharing
Conference for the School Librarians’ Association of
Western NY.
Annually, the District has the highest faculty and staff
participation at the Seneca Nation Back to School Bash.
Paula Eastman is a Network Team Institute Ambassador
for NYSED.
Jeff Salerno has been designated as a Master Teacher by
the NYSED.
Eric Blodget has been recognized as a Teacher of Merit in
Business First.
Michael Desing has been awarded National Board
Certification.
Glenn Molik was selected to guest conduct the Junior High
South Orchestra.
Kathryn Wagner was awarded a mini-grant through the
Erie-Catt Teacher Center to integrate technology and the
Common Core for students receiving occupational therapy.
Jennifer Gizzi was selected as the WKBW Teacher of the
Week for the week of May 3, 2013.
TRANSPORTATION/BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS:
Drivers throughout our District and across the country are
using Victoria Pierce DeCarlo’s Steffi Crosser to enhance
student visibility while being signaled to cross in front of
the bus.
Victoria Pierce DeCarlo has been recognized as one of “14
Phenomenal Women in School Transportation,” by School
Bus Fleet Magazine.
Building and Grounds employees, Kevin Wincenciak and
Karen Vail, have earned Employee of the Month.
Building and Grounds assists with recycling, energy
conservation and the installation of energy saving projects.
A ll of these accomplishments have been achieved in a very
short time; they are results of the continued hard work
and dedication of our Faculty, Staff, and Administration.
We are proud of all they do for our students, our District, and
our Community. Thank you to all of you; we truly appreciate
and celebrate your continued success!
Contributors: Mr. James Przepasniak, Ms. Paula Eastman, Mr. Dave
Patronik, Mr. Erich Reidell, Mr. Chris Walsh, Ms. Julie Hoerner,
Mr. Perry Oddi, Mr. Tim Feider, many faculty and staff.
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T he New York State Education Department has announced
the Lake Shore Central School District has been awarded a
Strengthening Teacher and Leader Effectiveness grant in the
amount of $328,500. This award will be used to strengthen career
ladders for teachers and principals in our District in 2014-2015.
This is phenomenal news for our District and Assistant
Superintendent for Instruction Melissa Evingham should be credit-
ed for pursuing this grant opportunity to build opportunities for
teachers and leaders in our district.
This funding will be used to develop and implement a career
ladder as part of our comprehensive approach to create
opportunities for teachers and principals to specialize in Race to
the Top initiatives.
The ladders will be used to support the social and emotional well-
being of our students and expand the use of data-driven instruction
and technology within our District to benefit students in K-12.
W e are also entering our second funding year of the New
York State School District Management
Efficiency Grant. This grant was awarded to the District last fall
and funded the energy management program, energy specialist
and thin-client computing upgrades. This year the grant will con-
tinue to fund the energy management program and energy
program specialist in addition to providing upgrades to increase
efficiencies in lighting this year.
Assistant Superintendents Dan Pacos and Melissa Evingham have
been instrumental in securing these additional funds for our
District and are to be commended for their efforts in securing
these funds.
The two awards combined have added $1,128,975 to our District
that will benefit our students, our staff and our school community.
Grant funding supports District initiatives
Board appoints Jill Clark as A. J. Schmidt Principal
J ill A. Clark’s journey in the Lake Shore
Central School District has come full
circle with her appointment as A. J.
Schmidt Elementary School Principal.
Thirteen years ago, Mrs. Clark came to the
District as a third grade teacher at A. J.
Schmidt Elementary. “I am thrilled to be
back at the school where I started my
career at Lake Shore. This is a phenomenal
building with amazing teachers and
awesome students and families. I feel like I
have come home,” Mrs. Clark said.
Her path in the District has taken her to
Hoag Elementary School as a third and
fourth grade teacher and her passion for
literacy led her to become a national trainer
for Step Up to Writing and teacher on
special assignment as a K-12 literacy
coordinator for the District, an assignment
she still enjoys. She has spent five years of
her time in the District at the Middle
School working first as the Dean of
Students and then Assistant Principal.
“I have learned so much during my time at
the Middle School. I would not be able to
support a building without the mentorship
of Middle School Principal Erich Reidell.
He has really shown me how to lead by
example and has taken the time to help me
learn,” Mrs. Clark said.
“Mrs. Clark is dynamic, knowledgeable,
hard-working and enthusiastic. She will be
a true asset to the entire district in this new
role as principal of A. J. Schmidt, ”
Superintendent of Schools James
Przepasniak said
M rs. Clark and her husband reside in
Lake View. They have two adult
children who are both in education.
Mrs. Clark begins her new assignment on
January 31st.
Jill Clark
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T he High School welcomed Matthew
Fisher as an assistant principal to
the District this fall.
Mr. Fisher most recently served as a
Technology and Project Lead the Way
educator in Williamsville at East High
School.
He has also worked with the Rochester
Institute of Technology, the University of
Iowa and Oregon Institute of Technology
as a core trainer.
“Mr. Fisher is a great addition to our
High School Administrative Team. He is
a thoughtful and talented educator and is
an asset to our District,” Superintendent
James Przepasniak said.
He earned a Master of Science in school
administration from Canisius and a Mas-
ters of Science in Technology Education
from SUNY College at Buffalo. His
undergraduate degree is in environmental
design/urban planning from SUNY
Buffalo.
He completed his administrative
internship at Williamsville East and has
ten years of experience as a technology
education teacher in Williamsville.
“Mr. Fisher has worked hard during his
short time here. I am impressed with his
work ethic and ability to build relation-
ships with faculty and students. It is great
to have him in our District,” High School
Principal Julie Hoerner said.
HS welcomes Matt Fisher as Assistant Principal
Matt Fisher
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Generous gift to graduates provide a historical perspective
T he Lake Shore Board of Education recently recognized a
resident for his gift to recent graduates. Board President
Jennifer Michalac honored local resident Kevin Siepel for his
thoughtfulness and generosity.
Members of the Lake Shore Central School District Class of
2012 and Class of 2013 received special gifts on their
graduation day from local author Kevin H. Siepel.
Mr. Siepel donated copies of his book, “Joseph Bennett of
Evans and the Growing of New York’s Niagara Frontier” to
each of the graduates.
The book details the settlement and growth of western New
York as seen by Joseph Bennett. Bennett an early resident of
Williamsville and Evans was a businessman, builder, farmer,
public servant, deacon of his church, and canal worker in
Lockport.
Using Bennett’s journal that spans virtually an entire century,
Mr. Siepel’s smooth-flowing and highly readable tale of
Bennett’s life and times is filled with historical details of the
region and offers an engaging view of life in nineteenth century
America.
Mr. Siepel was raised on Joseph Bennett’s former land, is the
author of “Rebel: The Life and Times of John Singleton
Mosby.” He is a frequent contributor to national, regional and
special interest journals. He and his wife, Maria, reside in
Evans.
Mr. Siepel autographed a
copy of his book for the
High School Media Center.
Snow day use prompts calendar changes
T he unprecedented use of snow days this winter has prompted a change in the published calendar of the
District. The Superintendent’s Conference Day slated for January 31st has been cancelled and will be an
instructional day throughout the District K-12. Additional early dismissals for K-8 grade students on March 13
and 14 are cancelled will become full-day instructional days. Parents are encouraged to maintain communication
with teachers throughout the coming months and are encouraged to schedule conferences with teachers as nec-
essary.
Out of respect to the many families within the District with travel plans already in place over the scheduled Febru-
ary break, the District will utilize flexibility in regaining lost instructional time (due to inclement weather) in April,
May and June.
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School District Tax Identification
Number is 330
Residents of New York State are
required to list the name and code
number of the school district in
which they live on their personal
State Income Tax return. The Tax
Code Number for Lake Shore
Central Schools (Evans-Brant
CSD) is 330.
Upcoming Board of Education Budget Meetings
February 4, Workshop Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Middle School
Review of proposed 2014-15 Budget along with
current estimated revenue budget
February 25, Regular Meeting, 7 p.m., HS Media Center
Approve proposal for purchase of new buses for
inclusion in Annual District Budget Vote
March 18, Regular Meeting, 7p.m., HS Media Center
Review of updated proposed 2014-15 budget,
review of BOCES services and contracts
When: Saturday, March 8, 2014
Where: LSC Senior High Gymnasium, 959 Beach Road, Angola
Cost: $100 total for 4-person team includes event T-shirts
Register in January save $20, Register in February save $10!
Time: 8 a.m. –TBD (TBD after completion of brackets)
Brackets: Open Men’s, High School Boys, High School Girls
Note: Teams with at least one Lake Shore teacher, student, administrator or alumni receive first slots) *
SAVE THE DATE Proceeds benefit Lake Shore Academy Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization
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Registration, forms and rules and regulations
posted on the Lake Shore Central Schools
Website: www.lakeshorecsd.org
Registration and payment must be
received by March 1, 2013
Register and Pay Online at www.lakeshorecsd.orgRegister and Pay Online at www.lakeshorecsd.org Chicken Barbecue Pre-Sale
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Health & Wellness Health & Wellness Health & Wellness
News to Use
What’s Going on in High School PE?
S tudents in grades 9 and 10 have just finished their units in Soccer,
Fitness, and Frisbee. The students in grades 11 and 12 completed
the units of Football, Tennis, and Fitness. All grade levels have also
completed Basketball and swimming.
Students participated in the Fitness unit which involved dif-
ferent components of fitness. They learned the importance of maintain-
ing an active and healthy lifestyle. Being healthy benefits students’
everyday life in school, home, and activities. Some of the fitness test-
ing included the mile run, sit and reach, flex arm hang, and body fat
composition. Students were excited to compete in the flex arm hang
competition! Flex Arm Hang top five winners: Boys: Dan Moss, Colin
Hart, Mitchell Bruckman, Lee Gaskin and Jason Kostusiak. Girls: So-
phia Koenig, Megan Schwartz, Madeline Kromer, Sierra Owens and
Melenie Murray
Little Eagles News from the Elementary Schools
A t school students receive 2 x 40 minutes physical education clas-
ses of the State mandated 120. The classroom teachers participate
in the “Soaring Eagles" videos or activities to make up the remaining
40 minutes. The Soaring Eagles videos can be located under the Physi-
cal Education department link on the Lake Shore webpage. Please take
a few minutes and check them out. You are guaranteed to laugh!
Throughout the year the elementary physical education teachers may
be sending home activity sheets/calendars to encourage movement at
home. October has a Healthy at Home sheet attached that students can
complete and bring to their physical education.
“Little Eagle Tracks” will be created at each elementary building to
encourage walking and running at recess or after school for families.
Highland currently (under the snow) has a ¼ mile track- a white paint-
ed line- that weaves throughout the back playing field. Along with a 50
meter dash line.
What is our goal? We want our students to develop a love for move-
ment that will stay with them for their lifetime! Please help us help
your children by encouraging that love. Lifetime movement can be
walking, jogging, biking, soccer, tennis and swimming, to name a few.
Healthy Recipe: Why Green Smoothies?
I ncorporating Green Smoothies in your lifestyle can provide better digestion
and elimination, lose weight, and have more energy. You're likely to also
notice cravings for bad food decrease, your desire to exercise increase, emo-
tional stability improve, even your hair and skin looking more healthy!
Get started with Green Smoothies Today!
Green Smoothie Recipe: 1 cup of green grapes, ½ cup of pineapple, ½ cup
fresh spinach, ½ banana, ½ cup of water, Handful of Ice, blend and enjoy.
SUBWAY COUNTER CALORIE COUNTER:
Small changes can make a big difference.
Try this: instead of: This:
Information available at www.subway.com
MC DONALD’S COUNTER
Try this instead of This:
Information available at www.mcdonalds.comww.mcdonalds.com
Sub 6” Turkey & Ham, no cheese 220
calories
6” Chicken and Bacon Ranch Melt 550 calories
Topping 1 T. light Mayonnaise
50 calories
1 T. regular Mayonnaise
110 calories
Salad Oven Roasted Chicken Salad 362
calories
Double Chicken Salad
433 calories
Salad
Dress-
ing
2 oz. Fat Free Italian 35 calories 2 oz. Ranch
320 calories
Break-
fast
3” Flatbread Bacon Egg & Cheese
210calories
Breakfast BMT Melt with Egg White 450 calories
Sandwich 4 oz. Cheese Burger
300 calories
10 oz. Double Quarter Pounder with Bacon and
Cheese: 750 Calories
Snack Wrap Grilled Chicken:
270 calories
Crispy Chicken:
350 calories
Salad Premium Southwest Salad with
Grilled Chicken (no dressing):
290 calories
Premium Southwest Salad with Crispy Chicken
(no dressing) 450 cal.
Side/Snack Apple Slices:
15 calories
Side Salad with Ranch dressing: 190 calories
Breakfast Egg McMuffin
290 calories
Bacon, Egg and Cheese bagel: 630 calories
Drink 16 oz. French Vanilla Iced Coffee
120 calories
12 oz. Chocolate Chip Frappe: 530 calories
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Middle School Physical
Education News
W hat does my child do
while they are in PE
class?
Here is a quick snapshot of
the activities your child is
learning throughout the year.
September – Cooperative
Games and
Track & Field
October – Tennis &
Pickleball
November – Team Handball
& Fitness
December – Basketball
January & February –
Swimming-
March – Floor Hockey &
Fitness
April – Volleyball
May & June – Indoor/Outdoor
Climbing &
Outdoor
Games
W ith the new regulations well
under way Personal Touch has
found that because of our proactive
response to Health and Wellness in our
menus, the new regulations have been
very well accepted by the students.
Whole Grains bread, an array of fresh
and prepared fruit and vegetables have
been served regularly over the years.
Our ala carte’ offerings here at Lake
Shore have been Choose Sensibly choic-
es over the past six years. Baked chips,
cookies fewer
than seven grams
of fat, 100% juice
beverages, whole grain pretzels, choose
sensibly ice cream and sensible size
choices of snacks.
This fall we held a Traveling Harvest
Tasting with each café hosting a harvest
tasting table day for students to sample
an array of our local fall harvest
vegetables.
Cafeterias implement additional
health choices for students
So you want to play a sport?
Here is a ‘To Do List’ for those interested
in trying out for a school sport.
Obtain proper forms from the nurses office or online – Physical Form &
Parent Signature Form
Get a physical from your own doctor OR attend the scheduled school
physical dates
Complete the physical WELL BEFORE the tryout dates
Return BOTH forms to school nurse BEFORE tryouts start
Attend the informational meeting for your sport – listen to announcements
from the coach.
Make all tryout dates as that will increase your chances of making the
team.
Check the Athletics page of the Lake Shore website for all the above
information and more!!
Students in grades 7-12 are eligible to try-out for a school sports team.
7th & 8th grade students trying out for a JV or Varsity sport must complete
the Selective Classification process. Talk to the coach or a PE teacher to get
more detailed information about this.
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MS. JULIE HOERNER, PRINCIPAL
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HS hosts safe driving advocate
J acy Good, a victim of a distracted
driver, shared her message of
“Hang Up and Drive” with High
School Students last week.
According to the National Safety
Council, one in four crashes are
caused by cell phones, Good said, add-
ing, “There’s nothing on your phone
that’s more important than your life.”
She also encouraged students to speak
up if they are the passenger in a car
and the driver is using a phone.
Jacy shared her story of meeting the
love of her life and preparing to live out
her dreams when she and her parents
were in a horrific accident the day of her
college graduation.
After her graduation, half-way to her
home, in Lancaster, PA the car carrying
Jacy and her parents was struck head-on
by a tractor trailer as both entered an
intersection with green lights. The truck
had swerved to try to avoid a man
coming from the intersecting road who
attempted to turn left through a red
light. That man was talking on his
phone at the time.
Jacy’s parents never left the scene but
an astounding series of fortunate events
and unequalled medical care kept Jacy
alive in the crumpled car, the ambulance
ride, and through almost nine hours of
surgery. She was given just a ten per-
cent chance of survival as she lay
comatose and nearly unrecognizable in
intensive care that first night.
Jacy and her husband Steve share their
story of struggle and advocacy with the
students across the country and have
gained national attention for their
efforts.
Since April 2010 Jacy has been
on The Oprah Winfrey Show, a guest of
Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon at the
United Nations, a “Hero Among Us” in
People Magazine, a speaker at Maria
Shriver’s Women’s Conference, on
NPR’s Car Talk, and been featured in
dozens of articles, television news piec-
es, and press conferences nationwide.
You may also have seen her on TLC’s
Say Yes To The Dress.
Above: HS Principal Julie Hoerner with Jacy
Good after the Lake Shore assembly.
Below: Jacy Good was interviewed by several
member of the media following the assembly.
Congratulations to Mr. Jeff Salerno on being designated as a Master Teacher by the New York State Education Department. Mr. Salerno will be featured in an
upcoming issue of the The Eagle Express.
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LS Freshman Academy Hosts Freshman-Parent Challenge Night
Lake Shore 2017 freshmen and their par-
ents participating in various challenges--
specifically, Justin Holland and Mom Kristy
(right), Audrey Feldmann and parents Dennis and
Jill (above).
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O n your mark, get set, GO! That was how the Fall Freshman
-Parent Challenge Night began this past November at
Lake Shore High School. Specifically, freshmen and their
parents/guardians had to work together academically, physically
and mentally using their critical-thinking skills to complete five,
separate challenges placed throughout the high school. Once
freshmen answered academic questions from their Academy
teachers, they were off with their parent-partners to have some
fun! Following the challenges, freshmen and their guests were
invited to a feast in the Freshman Academy Hall where home-
made treats (made generously by our parents) awaited them. It
was a great night of teambuilding, but none of this would have
been possible without our great students, their wonderful parents
and our supportive administration led by principals Ms. Hoerner
and newly-hired vice-principal, Mr. Fisher. A special thanks
also goes out to Bouncy Jumper (the Chaplin Family) for sup-
plying the night with our great bounce-houses and jousting pen.
H igh School Students of the Month for October are, from left: Melissa Xiao,
Cheyanne Rhinehart, Alian Clough, Kathryn Hechtel, Anastasia Gian, Sara
Jakiel, Alphonso Butlak, Sarah Wood, Florentina Berns and Brandon Safe
Board welcomes Student Representative
High School Senior
Luke Catalano is
serving on an ex-
officio member of the
Lake Shore Central
School District Board
of Education. Luke, a
senior and president of
the Student Govern-
ment is the son of Mr.
and Mrs. Joseph
(Corrie) Catalano of
Angola. Luke attends
Board meetings and
reports student
activities.
T he Class of 2017 is honored and
very fortunate to being using new,
state-of-the art computers in our Fresh-
man Academy Lab. Recently, a very suc-
cessful and generous philanthropist (who
wishes to remain anonymous) donated
personal funds to support the Freshman
Academy and Seminar program.
Specifically, the Academy was in need of
new computers in our lab, and thanks to
his generosity as well as the district's
support, the lab has been created. Our lab
is equipped now with 30 new Dell com-
puters with the latest software and pro-
grams needed for our students to excel in
all of their subjects. Much appreciation
goes out to our Lake Shore Technology
Department and director Jeff Barnes who
facilitated this upgrade in a matter of
days. The Class of 2017 and future Lake
Shore freshman classes are very fortu-
nate to have such generous alumni who
continuously support the education of the
future leaders of tomorrow!
(Pictured: Lake Shore freshmen doing
research with their Global Studies teach-
er, Mr. Anthony George).
Freshman Academy Computer Lab is a welcome addition
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THE LAKE SHORE HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY OF
BUSINESS AND FINANCE (AOBF)
Information Night – Wed., February 5th 2014
6-7 p.m. in the High School Library Media Center Freshman students and parents are invited to learn more about this
exciting program and opportunity!
T he AOBF program, sponsored by the National Academy Foundation
(NAF), provides a small learning community for academy students
with; career themed curriculum; mentoring by business professionals; and
real-world, paid internships. Current freshman students are eligible to ap-
ply for this 3-year program which will begin with classes in the student’s
sophomore year.
During the program students will have the opportunity to:
apply for a paid internship
operate the student run branch of Evans Bank
earn college credit (up to 10 possible credits)
develop computer skills
learn about financial literacy
explore several career opportunities
attend industry events
participate in community service projects
participate in job shadows and networking activities
Accepting Applications from current freshman students
Applications are due by Friday, February 14, 2014 for consideration.
Current freshman students interested in applying for entrance into the
Academy of Business & Finance should see Mr. Tomasik in the counseling
center, Mr. Connors, Freshman Seminar, or Mrs. Schifano in room 125 for
an application. Students will be required to submit an application and 2
teacher recommendations to the counseling center by Friday, February
14, 2014. Applicants will be scheduled for an interview during the first
week of March. Students selected into the program will be notified by mid
March. Academy forms are located in the counseling center and on the
Lake Shore web site at www.lakeshorecsd.org under the Academy tab.
Contact Marla Schifano, Academy Director for more information at infor-
mation at 926-2285, or [email protected].
High School Music Department
performs at Angola Senior Center
R ecently several music ensembles from
Lake Shore Senior High School visited
the Angola Senior Center and entertained the
members for their annual holiday luncheon.
The guests were treated to holiday favorites,
carols, a sing-a-long and traditional pieces as
well. The clarinet choir, chamber orchestra
and jazz ensemble were well received and
appreciated by all in attendance. This is an
annual event at the Center but the first time so
many groups performed.
The groups were led by Mrs. Carrie Poissant,
Mr. Glenn Molik and Mr. Eric Blodgett; all
teachers at the Senior High. To stay informed
of upcoming performances please consult the
music department calendar on the school’s
home page for future musicals, concerts, etc.
The HS Jazz Ensemble performs for area seniors.
Students give back during the holidays
D uring December 5th-18th Lake Shore’s Student
Government and Leadership in Action class
provided the students with a chance to donate money
and give back to the community. Students sat in the
front of the lunch room accepting $1 donations.
Whenever a student donated $1, they would receive a
paper angel, that they would then write their name on.
All the Angels were then hung on a decorated tree that
was located in the front lobby of the school. All the
donations received where used to purchase items for
those in need, in our community.
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LAKE SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL MR. ERICH REIDELL, PRINCIPAL
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E arlier this fall, 8th grade Team
Pride students at Lake Shore
Middle School came together to
listen to speakers from Journey’s
End Refugee Service.
Mrs. Andy Cammarata, representing
Journey’s End, and four former
refugees, came to Lake Shore Middle
School to speak about their
experiences as refugees in conjunc-
tion with 8th grade students reading
the novel Inside Out and Back Again
in their English class.
The novel details the journey of a
10-year-old and her family after the
fall of Saigon in 1975 as refugees
that end up in America. The four
boys (pictured) were invited to tell
their story of life as a refugee.
Through their heart-wrenching
stories, they made connections from
their lives to the life of the character
in the novel, and also left the 8th
graders with a positive message –
“Don’t take anything in life for
granted. Take advantage of all the
opportunities America provides
you.” Journey’s End provides
services to about 500 new refugees in
the Buffalo area each year.
T eam Pride students will begin
collecting goods in order to
provide Journey’s End with materials
to assist refugees in beginning their
new life in Buffalo.
Former refugees visit Middle School
Pictured from left to right: Fritz Helmut (Cameroon), George Kosovo (Congo),
Mazin Balsini (Iraq), and Abdul Kareem (Jordan)
A Celebration of
Cultural Exchange
T he entire seventh grade class at Lake
Shore Middle School, along with over
sixty parents and family members, took some
time this month to celebrate the Columbian
Exchange of animals, plants, food, and cul-
ture of Christopher Columbus’ first voyage to
the Americas in 1492. This was the tenth
year that the seventh grade has celebrated the
exchange. Family members were invited to
join the students for lunch and join them in
sampling the various foods that were a result
of trade established during this important era.
Columbus brought from Europe cattle, citrus
fruits, grains, horses, and sugarcanes.
Columbus took back cocoa, corn, potatoes,
squash, tobacco, and turkeys. After learning
about the “Columbian Exchange” in their
social studies classes, the students were asked
to bring in a dish that included ingredients
from Christopher Columbus's exchange. This
year’s exchange was a great success, and we
look forward to next year’s.
Pictured, front row: Adam Smith, Slade Merk, Patrick Maj-
kut, Cole Wishman row 2: Mr. Kowalski, Josh Buchanan,
Jade Difrancesco, Brandon Pudlewski, Jordan Butterfield
row 3: Marcus Evans, Brooks Bourkney
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I n June 2013 many students partici-
pated in the NYSSMA Area-All
State Solo Competition, held at City
Honors High School in Buffalo. Those
student’s who participated, practiced
and performed a solo, scales, and sight-
reading. Student’s who participated in
the solo festival had the opportunity to
be nominated for Area-All State Per-
forming Ensembles.
T hese ensembles are compromised
of the top musicians in 7th, 8th and
9th grades from Erie, Niagara, Chautau-
qua and Cattaraugus counties. The stu-
dents had an application submitted on
their behalf, along with their score
sheets. This year, Lake Shore Middle School had 5 students accepted to per-
form with the Junior High Area-All
State Band, String Orchestra, Symphony
Orchestra, and Chorus. This is a high
honor for these students and for the
Lake Shore Community and we are so
proud of them.
Congratulations to Lauren Ingaro (8th
grade) for making the String Orchestra,
Becket Panfil (8th grade) for making the
Symphony Orchestra, Hanna Prince (8th
grade) for making the Band and Aryn
Fitzgerald and Skylar General for
making it in to the Chorus. These
students are under the direction of Miss
Alicia Louttit and Ms. Jennifer Meyer
and Mrs. Anna Agro.
F or the past 11 years, Team PRIDE
has carried out a community
service project that promotes academic
achievement, career opportunities,
ethical understanding, personal growth,
social development, and civic
responsibility. Team Pride values giving
back to the community through service
work.
On October 4th, Team Pride students
participated in the community service
project by attending Cradle Beach Camp,
which has been in existence since 1888
in serving the needs of disabled and dis-
advantaged children from Western New
York. In an effort to help their
community, students rotated through half
-hour stations of washing windows, rak-
ing leaves, picking up twigs, moving fur-
niture, cleaning cabins and team building
activities.
After attending, Cradle Beach Camp is
hopeful students on Team Pride became
interested in the Pioneer Camper
Program, which allows students to
volunteer their time in a summer pro-
gram working with disadvantaged and
disabled students.
Team Pride would like to thank Bonnie
Brusk, Director of Youth Services at
Cradle Beach Camp for allowing them to
partake in a day filled of community
service activities.
S tudents on Team Pride hope to
return to Cradle Beach Camp in the
spring to help the camp re-open for the
season and get ready for incoming
campers.
Team Pride makes a community connection
Donovan Chaplin, Ryan Kostusiak,
Becket Panfil and Timothy Phillips
Derise Waterman, Jade Cozzo, Ivy
Santana and Bryce Toth
Junior High School Area-All State students honored
Featured musicians from left to right :
Hanna Prince, Becket Panfil and
Lauren Ingrao.
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T he Lake Shore Special Education Department
hosted a Fall Family Night for students and their
families this fall at the Middle School. This fabulous fall
festival was packed with activities and gave everyone a
chance to connect and have fun with their own families
and with others. The kids had a blast with Teri-Okie the
Clown and her amazing balloon creations! The Cookie
Decorating and Face Painting were popular activities too.
Pumpkin Painting and scrumptious snacks rounded out
the festivities! A special thank you goes out to the
Community Agencies that attended our Resource Fair
that provided a wealth of information to our families!
Fall Family Fun Night held at Middle School
All seventh grade students were invited
to a very special assembly this fall. Sue
Conners, founder of the Tourette Syndrome
Association and former Williamsville French
teacher, came to Lake Shore to talk to the
students about differences.
Ms. Conners pointed out that no two
people are the same and allowed students them-
selves to come up with ways in which they are
different from those around them. She also
spoke about genetics and the inability of any of
us to control things like our height, hair color,
or whether or not we have freckles.
Ms.Conners allowed the kids to point
out things that she was doing that caught their
attention- she then shared with the group that
she herself has Tourette’s. As it is nothing she
can control, she talked the kids about sensitivity
toward those that are different. She pointed out
that we are all different in many ways, but by
asking questions and understanding before judg-
ing, we can all be more accepting of the differ-
ences we have. Her presentation was enlighten-
ing and goes along well with our district initia-
tive to keep our schools Bully Free”.
Seventh graders hear about differences from advocate
Ms. Sue Conners
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T he Lake Shore Central School District has a Gifted and
Talented program known as ALPHA (Advanced Level
Program for Heightened Achievement). Every fall the fourth
grade ALPHA students participate in a “School Improvement
Project”. The students brainstorm together to determine topics
they could address to make school better for everyone. Then
they select the focus of their project.
There are currently eight groups. They have all chosen
different projects to work on. At Highland Elementary the
students have decided to raise student and parent awareness
about exercising, eating healthy and conserving energy.
At J. T. Waugh Elementary the students are working
on a project to beautify the school hallway. Another group
wanted to raise student awareness about school security. To
get ore information about school security they interviewed
Officer Tubinis.
At A. J. Schmidt Elementary, students are address-
ing the issue of interrupting and using proper language.
There is also a group that developed an extra science experi-
ment so that students could experience more science. A third
group wanted to find a way to show appreciation to the prin-
cipal, so they came up with a plan to photograph all the stu-
dents in the school and create a video presentation to say
“Thank You”. The photo shows students from Mrs. Gizzi’s
fourth grade class showing their appreciation.
All of the students are working hard and doing a won-
derful job to improve school for everyone.
"For more information about ALPHA visit the Lake
Shore CSD website and click on "instruction", then
"ALPHA". "
ALPHA participates in school improvement project
J.T. Waugh students interviewed Officer Tubinis.
At right: The photo shows students from Mrs.
Gizzi’s fourth grade class showing their appreciation.
Learn more about ALPHA by visiting the Lake Shore CSD website and
click on "“instruction", then "“ALPHA".
Winter 2014Winter 2014
A.J. SCHMIDT ELEMENTARY MR. SCHAEFER, ACTING PRINCIPAL
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S ixteen spellers were still standing as A. J. Schmidt El-
ementary School culminated its first Spelling Bee this
fall. Students in grades one through five participated in
this special event with Acting Principal Dave Patronik as
Master of Ceremonies and members of the AJS Literacy
Committee acted as judges and timekeepers. Forty-five
students competed on stage to determine the “last
spellers standing”. Participants faced grade-level
academic vocabulary words as well as challenging
mystery words. The audience was treated to many
moments of high drama! The final sixteen spellers en-
joyed a “Make-Your-Own Ice Cream Sundae” party. AJS
continues its proud commitment to literacy.
Music Lessons are underway at Lake Shore Central as many students enhance their
learning byplaying an instrument. Beginning fourth grade instrumentalists are filled
with joy as they begin their musical journey while the continuing Fifth Graders build
upon their skills from the previous year.
Orchestra and Band will soon follow as the students learn how to work as a team. In-
strumental assemblies and concerts are listed on the school website.
Pictured from left to right on Violin: Skyler Tatko, Lindsay Nau, Molly Saccomando
Students begin musical journey
Students have spelling success
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HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL MR. CHRISTOPHER WALSH, PRINCIPAL
O ctober 28th was a special day for
students at Highland Elementary
School who participated in Plant the
Promise Day during Red Ribbon Week .
The week is celebrated annually in October.
Through a variety of events such as
daily themes, poster contests, signing pledge
posters, and recognizing role models,
students, teachers, and staff pledge to make
healthy lifestyle choices including staying
drug free.
Plant the Promise Day is another
one of those events and since 2001 schools
and communities across the country have
planted red tulip bulbs in “Promise Gar-
dens” to show their commitment to staying
away from drugs and leading a healthy life.
In the past Highland Elementary has planted
the promise at Claddagh Commission,
Highland Hose Fire Company, Community
Concern, and around the school grounds.
This year Highland Elementary
once again reached out into the neighboring
community and planted the promise at Stee-
ple View Senior Apartments in Derby. Each
classroom was represented by a student
who, along with Principal Chris Walsh and
School Counselor Elizabeth Farrell
McCuen, travelled to Steeple View to plant
red tulip bulbs and carry the healthy life
style message. Mrs. Mackenburg, Director
at Steeple View warmly welcomed the stu-
dents on behalf of all the residents and
thanked them for selecting Steeple View to
Plant the Promise.
When the tulips bloom in spring, we
will all be reminded of our pledge to live
drug free lives. Thank you to Western New
York United for supplying the tulips and to
Mr. Przepasniak and the Lake Shore District
for providing resources for the week-long
celebration of Red Ribbon Week 2013.
Red Ribbon Week plants promise of drug-free lives
Fire Safety Program at Highland In recognition of Fire Safety Month Chief Trask and members of the
North Evans Fire District (Highland Hose Fire Department and North Evans
Fire Department) met with the student body to teach them about fire safety and
what to do in and emergency. Firefighters were in full gear as they
demonstrated how they go through a building that is on fire.
After the assembly the students went outside to the circle where there
were numerous firetrucks and an ambulance for them to explore. The kids had
the opportunity to interact with the firefighters, climb on the trucks and see
how all the different tools and equipment are used to combat a fire .The
students asked thoughtful questions and everyone enjoyed the demonstrations.
It was a great learning experience for all!
The kids had the opportunity to interact with the
firefighters, climb on the trucks and see how all
the different tools and equipment are used to
combat a fire
HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL MR. CHRISTOPHER WALSH, PRINCIPAL
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Winter 2014Winter 2014
Students create cards for veterans
In honor of Veterans’ Day Mrs. Grennell’s Kindergarten Class made
“Thank you for keeping us safe” cards for the veterans at Veterans Hos-
pital. We know that those who read the cards will feel the students’
heartfelt thanks. Thank you class for remembering those who have
served our country!
Grant awarded
H ighland Elementary has received a PLAY 60
Challenge Grant for $1000 worth of sports equipment for the Physical Education Program through the Buffalo Bills.
Haunted Harmonies...
T he Highland Elementary Jazz Band
rehearses every Thursday before
school. The dedicated students weren’t
going to let a little thing like Halloween
interrupt their practice! They played “This
Is Halloween” from The Nightmare Before
Christmas”, in addition to the music they
were preparing for their first performance
of the year. The group performed at an
assembly in December along with the
fourth and fifth grade bands and
orchestras.
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L S J.T. WAUGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
MRS. PAULA EASTMAN, PRINCIPAL
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Students share safety tips
J.T. Waugh Safety Patrol mem-
bers Bethany Montroy and
Samantha Heppel are pictured
showing a group of kindergarten
students about Halloween candy
safety. The importance of being
safe while trick or treating was
emphasized.
Students create continents
S tudents in Mr. Renzo's third grade class at the
John T. Waugh School recently completed their
geography unit. The children took the knowledge they
had gained and created their own continent. Each
child's continent needed to have rivers, a gulf, a
mountain range, three countries within the continent,
two cities, a peninsula, and more. Each child did a
great job creating their own continent.
Pictured at right: from left to right are Lilly, Kamryn,
Crissa, and Aiden.
J ohn T. Waugh
is excited to be
a part of the “Girls
on the Run”
program for a
third season. This
positive youth
developmental
program inspires a
team of third
through fifth
grade girls at J. T.
Waugh to stay
true to themselves and live free from societal stereotypes. The team of 18 girls
participate in a 10-week curriculum that innovatively weaves training for a 5K
run with lesson that empower girls to celebrate their bodies, honor their voices,
and embrace their gifts. The team’s 5K was on a cold and windy November 10.
They participate with 750 the other “Girls on the Run” Teams plus their buddy
runners at Delaware Park. Although it was cold spirits were high with many girls
participating in their very first 5K. The support from family and friends was over
whelming. Volunteers Mrs. Paula J. Eastman, Mrs. Lisa Smith, Mrs. Jill Feld-
mann, and Mrs. Monica O’Connor coach the team.
Girls on the Run program grows
Pictured: J. T. Waugh Team and their buddy runners
J.T. WAUGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL MRS. PAULA EASTMAN, PRINCIPAL
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S tudents at John T. Waugh Elementary School
A. J. participate in monthly Community Projects will
the month of October taking on the “Think Pink” attitude
to bring awareness and support for fighting breast cancer.
Families, staff, and students got behind their Principal,
Paula J. Eastman’s passion for this cause. The school has
raised close to $500 in the past four years through the
$1.00 Ribbon display where family decorate and color a
beautiful array of ribbons to line the halls. The funds went
to the Susan G. Komen for a Cure. This year the Waugh
collected $170, which will go to the ‘Young Survivors
Coalition’. The girls varsity soccer team led by Mrs. Laurie
Schultz, kindergarten teacher at Waugh, also raised an ad-
ditional $100 for the YSC, knowing that Mrs. Eastman will
represent the school and District in a three day bike ride
from Philadelphia to Washington D.C. in the fall of 2014.
T his year, the school came together to make a show of
support for all the families, friends, and colleagues
who have been touched by tendrils of breast cancer.
With the help and skill of teachers, Paul Hornberger,
Chuck Ruffino, Nicole Wegrzynowski, Trish Ippolito
(substitute) and Alisha Flowers (substitute) a giant ribbon
was scaled on the J. T. Waugh field.
The sea of pink was overwhelming as the students and staff
filled the in the ribbon for an amazing picture unity for a
cause.
J.T. Waugh Students “Think Pink”
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THE EAGLE
EXPRESS is a publication of the
Lake Shore
Central School District
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Jennifer Michalec
President
Carla Thompson
Vice President
William Connors, Jr.
Jennifer Farrell
Carmen Garozzo
Cynthia Latimore
Richard A. Vogan
Jennifer Wackowski
Student Representative:
Luke Catalano
James Przepasniak
Superintendent
Kristine DeMartino
District Clerk
DISTRICT OFFICE
959 Beach Road, Angola NY 14006
Tel: 716-549-2300
Snow day notification system in place
B e sure to listen to the radio or TV on
stormy mornings. IF THERE IS NO
ANNOUNCEMENT CONCERNING LAKE
SHORE SCHOOLS, YOU WILL KNOW
THAT SCHOOL WILL BE OPEN.
If the weather turns bad during the day,
students will remain in school until regular
dismissal time or until road conditions and
weather allow for safe transportation to
their home. STUDENTS WILL NOT BE
RELEASED EARLY. Many parents work
and would not be at home to greet their
children. GLOBAL CONNECT will also be
utilized for school closing information.
Please make sure your child is dressed
appropriately for the changing weather
conditions.
Award winning
design
Bonnie O'Neil, Lake
Shore HS art student,
receiving an award from
Steve Mayo, vice presi-
dent of the Evans Art
Guild. Bonnie won a t-
shirt design contest spon-
sored by the guild for
their annual art show
this past summer.
L ake Shore Middle School
continues to show just how much
“heart” its students and
teachers have.
In remembrance of the tragic events
that occurred at the Sandy Hook Ele-
mentary School in December of 2012,
the school came together to show their
support for those touched by the trage-
dy in Newtown Connecticut.
The students made snowflakes to deco-
rate the windows of the Middle school
and to share a positive message. The
north facing windows of the middle
school are now decorated with the
snowflakes to spell out “We Remem-
ber Newtown”. It’s really a beautiful
sight for anyone driving by.
Remembering Sandy Hook Elementary School
It’s just a friendly reminder that Sandy Hook and the children and teachers
lost on that day, are NOT forgotten.
Respectfully submitted by Misty Kerl
