Roads are very icy this morning but they are being treated and expected to improve. Because of this, we will have a two hour delayed start of school in Westbrook today, January 25. That means that schools will open two hours after their scheduled times and buses will pick up students about two hours after their usual time. There are no before school activities and PreK classes are canceled. Please be careful walking and driving this morning!
Building Trades students learned to design and make specialty cutting boards using an array of woods. A few examples of the specialty woods used for this project were black walnut, purple heart, cherry, and maple. The boards were absolutely STUNNING! Please take a look at the picture to see the array of designs.
Cosmetology Tech I students are in the process of learning and experimenting with hair design. This week students are creating beautiful roller sets.
Ms. Lewis' Medical Occupations class is learning about the musculoskeletal system including cartilage, tendons, ligaments, and connective tissue. The students use skeletal models and colored clay to identify the differences between the appearance, structure, and placement of the musculoskeletal system. Did you know that the musculoskeletal system gives your body its structure and support and lets you move around? Another interesting fact... the parts of the musculoskeletal system grow and change throughout life.
WRVC wishes our students, staff, families, and partners in CTE learning a healthy, joyous, and laughter-filled year! Classes resume tomorrow, January 2nd!
The Criminal Justice program loaded up all of the donated toys, blankets, clothing, gifts, personal items, and gift cards they received to help community children and families in need. Megan Perry, the Frenchtown Community Policing Coordinator, will orchestrate the distribution of the items. A huge thank you to the Criminal Justice program, the Westbrook Police Department, and the many generous donors who helped make this act of kindness a reality.
“We live in a world in which we need to share responsibility. It’s easy to say it’s not my child, not my community, not my world, not my problem, then there are those who see the need and respond. I consider those people my heroes.”
— Fred Rogers
Two students, Kylee and Samantha, along with their Criminal Justice teacher, Officer Kopp were on WLOB's radio station this morning to promote their "Giving Tree(s)" community service project. The students have set up several trees in neighboring communities to help support many children/ local families in need of basic toiletries, age-sized clothing, winter gear, and toys. If you or someone you know would like to donate to this cause, please stop by WRVC with unwrapped items. We also accept gift cards and will shop for you. :) Our deepest appreciation to Mr. Ray Richardson for celebrating and promoting this service-learning opportunity, as well as for connecting our students with the many law enforcement guests he hosted this morning.
Our Building Trades students have been pre-building walls specific to the ranch-style house they will be building in Westbrook over the coming months! Please stay tuned for more updates on this amazing project sponsored by the Westbrook- Gorham Rotary.
Yesterday, our Culinary Arts students made the Rotarians many frighteningly scrumptious treats for the annual Rotary Halloween Luncheon! The "roasted cauliflower brains" and the "zombie fingers" were nothing to be afraid of... they were yummy! For the grand finale, the pumpkin-shaped cake oozed out candy corn and mini pumpkins! Spooktacular!!!
From Superintendent Dr. Peter Lancia:
Schools in Westbrook will be CLOSED again today, Friday, October 27. This is out of an abundance of caution as law enforcement agencies continue to investigate and search for the person responsible for the tragedy in Lewiston. A number of our staff also live in the Lewiston area and continue to be sheltered in place. Please keep everyone impacted by this tragedy in your thoughts and prayers. I will be in touch over the weekend as we all hope to return to school on Monday. Take care and be strong.
