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The Indiana State Library encourages young Hoosiers in grades 4-12 to enter a writing contest about how a book has affected them personally. The 2018-19 Letters About Literature contest is supported by the Center for the Book in the Library of Congress. Participants should write a letter to an author, living or deceased, explaining how his or her work changed their view of themselves or the view of the world. The contest is split up into three categories, and are judged on state and national levels. The deadline to enter the contest is Jan. 11, 2019. The 2019 Indiana Youth Literary Day and Award Ceremony will be held April 13 at the Indiana State Library. Click here for more information, guidelines, criteria and entry forms. |
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Students Encouraged To Enter Writing Contest
Helfrich Park Teacher Receives EVSC’s December Cause for Applause
Helfrich Park STEM Academy Teacher Megan Wright is the December recipient of the EVSC’s Cause for Applause award. The award seeks to recognize individuals who go above and beyond their normal job responsibilities.
Wright was nominated by a coworker and parent at Helfrich who wrote about the amazing things Wright does for students.
According to her nominators, Wright is the lead planner for the sixth grade’s annual trip to Land Between the Lakes which is no small task, as well as a leader in the school.
“The preparation for this trip is huge,†wrote one nominator. “Then, once we are down there, she is everywhere with the kids and truly cares about each and every one of them. She has fun with them, comforts them and really does anything they need.â€
The nominator goes on to explain the huge impact Wright has on all students at Helfrich. “Outside of the trip, she is a huge role model for all the kids at Helfrich Park. They all want to be in her science classes, but even if they can’t, they all know they can still go to her, if needed.â€
Wright also leads the school’s STEM in Action movement. On her own, she has been an active participant in the Manufacturing Bootcamp. Through this experience, she has built a STEM/project-based learning project with Berry Global executive leadership. As part of the partnership, Wright’s students are paired with engineers from Berry Global to solve a real-world engineering design project.
“Megan is an excellent teacher and a shining star among all the stars at Helfrich,†wrote her coworker.
Anyone can nominate an employee of the EVSC for the award. Deadline for nominations is the third Friday of each month. To nominate an EVSC employee, go to www.evscschools.com and click on About Us and see Cause for Applause under Community. Paper forms are available at the schools for those without access to the Internet.
ADOPT A PET
Darla is a 5-year-old female mixed breed. She’s a bit of a voluptuous lady at 80 lbs., but perhaps she can be your New Year’s resolution jogging partner for 2019! Darla is great with other dogs, cats, and even rabbits. Her people surrendered her because they were moving. Her adoption fee is $110 and includes her spay, microchip, vaccines, and more! Contact Vanderburgh Humane at (812) 426-2563 for adoption details!
Gov. Holcomb Public Schedule for December 10
Below find Indiana Gov. Eric J. Holcomb’s public schedule for December 10, 2018.
Monday, December 10: 23rd Annual Governor’s Luncheon for Scouting
WHO:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Gov. Holcomb
WHAT:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â The governor will deliver remarks.
WHEN:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Noon., Monday, December 10
Governor to speak at approximately 1:10 p.m.
WHERE:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â JW Marriott
10 S. West St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
3rd Floor Ballroom
ADOPT A PET
Noah is a male orange & white kitten from the “N†litter! He’s the last one left of all his siblings to be adopted. His fee is $60 and includes his neuter, microchip, vaccines, and more. Contact Vanderburgh Humane at (812) 426-2563 for adoption details!
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USI Fall Commencement exercises to be held on Saturday, December 8
University of Southern Indiana President Dr. Ronald S. Rochon, graduating members of the Class of 2018, Commencement speakers and guests.
USI 2018 Fall Commencement Ceremonies
 Saturday, December 8. The ceremony for the College of Nursing and Health Professions and the Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education will be held at 10 a.m. and the ceremony for the College of Liberal Arts and the Romain College of Business will be held at 1 p.m. Doors will open one hour prior to each ceremony, and all guests will require a ticket for attendance.
 All ceremonies will be held in the Physical Activities Center (PAC). Graduates will report and line up in the Recreation, Fitness, and Wellness Center (RFW). A map of campus that includes the PAC and the RFW can be found at USI.edu/map.
STUDENT AVAILABILITY: Students will be available for interview inside the RFW while staging for the Commencement procession. Due to the unique nature of the procession, students will not be allowed to leave their place in line once the procession begins, and only designated University staff will be allowed to follow the procession to the PAC. Media members who wish to speak with students are welcome to do so as long as students remain in their place in line. Processions will begin 20 minutes prior to the start of each ceremony.
RECEPTION:Â Students will meet their families at a reception following each ceremony in University Center East, sponsored by the USI Alumni Association. Media members are encouraged to attend receptions for interviews with graduates and footage of families.
BY THE NUMBERS:
- A total of 473 graduates will participate in commencement exercises, out of a total of 663 eligible to participate. Credentials to be awarded include master’s degrees, post-bachelor certificates, baccalaureate degrees and associate degrees .
- 116 students will graduate with academic honors. 10 will graduate summa cum laude (4.0 grade point average), 43 magna cum laude (3.8 – 3.999 grade point average) and 63 cum laude (3.6 – 3.799 grade point average). 10 students will be graduating as University Honors Scholars after successfully completing the University Honors Program.
- All graduates will become members of the USI Alumni Association, which will grow to more than 42,000 members upon the addition of the Class of 2018.
COMMENCEMENT SPEAKERS:
- College of Nursing and Health Professions and Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education: Dr. Glenna G. Bower ’95, Associate Dean of the Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education; professor of kinesiology and sport; 2018 USI Distinguished Professor award recipient
- College of Liberal Arts and Romain College of Business: Xavia D. Harrington-Chate, instructor in English; 2018 H. Lee Cooper Core Curriculum Teaching Award recipient
‘READERS FORUM” DECEMBER 8, 2018
We hope that today’s “READERS FORUMâ€Â will provoke honest and open dialogue concerning issues that we, as responsible citizens of this community, need to address in a rational and responsible way?Â
WHATS ON YOUR MIND TODAY?
Todays“Readers Poll†question is: What are the chances of Mayor Winnecke being elected to a third term?
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