by Mrs. Rosendale
STEAM Day at Spectrum Charter School was on Friday, March 31st. During the morning session, students rotated through five STEAM activities and viewed a video about careers in science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. Students designed Mars rovers, assembled miniature foosball
by The Student Newspaper
Spectrum Charter School recently welcomed new staff members Mrs. Bender, Mr. Uhall, Mr. Hoffman, and Mrs. Mills (missing from picture). Mrs. Bender is a new paraprofessional. Mrs. Bender is excited to join the Spectrum team stating, “I like to help and teach students.” She has previous experience as a lifeguard. Now we just need the pool! Mr. Uhall, likewise, is happy to be a part of the spectrum team commenting, “so much better” than his previous job. He has been a welcome help to the transition department assisting at Forbes in the morning and jumping in where needed in the afternoons. Staff and students were very happy to welcome Mr. Hoffman. Food is tasting so much better! (Sorry Mrs. Kotts) Mr. Hoffman said he is glad to be a part of the Spectrum staff in part as “to how quickly he was accepted by students and staff.” Mrs. Mills is a retired P.T. who decided, after retirement, that she needed to keep busy. She explored volunteer opportunities working with children and ultimately ended up here at Spectrum. Mrs. Mills said, “I really do like it here. Everyone is very nice.”
To all of our new staff, Welcome to the Spectrum Family! We are so happy you are here.
Purchase your yearbook before May 5th to receive by the end of the school year!
If you have any questions please email npicone@spectrumcsi.org or asimcic@spectrumcsi.org.
Fun festivities are planned for Friday, May 12th at the Spectrum Carnival. Games galore, junkie food, and some exciting activities are in the works! Thank you to the student council for sponsoring our ice cream sundae bar. Students will have a chance to socialize with friends and celebrate the approach of summer vacation.
Note: This event will occur during the school day, and is open to students and staff only this year.
by Mrs. Venturini
by Ms. Ruggiero
by Mrs. Rosendale
In Mrs. Rosendale’s Chemistry class, students modeled the shapes of molecules. During this lab experiment, students created a Lewis Dot Structure for six molecules and then researched the valence-shell electron-pair repulsion (VSEPR) theory to determine the geometric design of the molecules (linear, pyramid, or tetrahedral). Finally, students created two models of the molecules they researched.
Joke: Why did the white bear dissolve in water? Because it was polar!
by Ms. Ruggiero
by Mrs. Picone
We have recently opened up a new sensory space in the principal’s former office (Don’t worry, Dr. Erickson only relocated to the upper floor!). The room is designed as a space where students can find a little calm, get reenergized, or just take a break from sensory stimulation. Using techniques and equipment designed to help regulate the sensory systems, it is a quiet space where students can refocus and recharge (staff too!). We hope the it is a welcomed and utilized addition to the school.
Spring Break
(Return to school on Tuesday 4/11)
Movie Night
(6:30-8pm)
Earth Day
Open House
(5:00-7:00pm)
School Talent Show
Carnival Fun Day
Prom
Graduation Day &
Last Day for Students
Teacher In-Service/Clerical Day