Ninth grade global studies students presented to their classmates about iconic architectural monuments from the Egyptian, Greek and Roman golden ages. These presentations focused on enduring issues connected to their monuments. The students researched and discussed how the environment is impacting these monuments, developing innovative solutions to solve the environmental issues threatening these marvels.

The students also created models of their chosen monuments and presented them to the class as part of the project. They were resourceful during this process and showcased models made from a variety of materials, such as cardboard, clay, wood and drywall. Some of the models were even 3D printed! Overall, the students gained valuable insights from the project and were able to demonstrate their skills.

The Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES Cooperative Board recognized the P-TECH program during its January meeting. Two P-TECH students, Addyson Carrier, a senior from Holland Patent Central School District, and Chelsy Plows, a junior from New York Mills Union Free School District, shared their experiences and spoke on behalf of the program.

The students discussed how they discovered the P-TECH program, what interested them about it and how it felt to join the program. They also discussed the vast opportunities granted to them through the program, as well as their experiences being high school students on a college campus. After each student spoke, they answered questions from the Board. Thank you Addyson and Chelsy for representing the program so well!

P-TECH students faced a full week of midterm examinations this month. To help them start the week off on the right foot, the Sunshine Club delivered goodies to the students taking tests. Each gift bag contained items such as pens, pencils, erasers, fidgets, gum and an inspirational quote. Thank you to the Sunshine Club for your hard work and generosity!

This year, Mrs. Colantuoni's classes created a "mistake tracker" competition. For every mistake a student found, they earned a point for their class and colored in a picture on their tracker. The first class to fill in their tracker won the contest, with the second period geometry class winning. Since this is a morning class, the students got individual bagel orders from Willie's Bagels to celebrate!

Mrs. Colantuoni uses this contest as a tool in the classroom. When students find mistakes, it reinforces their understanding of the content. She helps them apply critical thinking skills to understand the error and arrive at the correct solution. This also supports them in developing a growth mindset because they learn to see mistakes as a natural part of the learning process.

Our next fundraiser for the year is coming up on February 5! You can support the program by eating at Chipotle on Commercial Drive in New Hartford between the hours of 4-8pm and showing the flyer below. You can also order online for pickup using the code 263CYB8. See below for details and a copy of the flyer!

The Academic Club meets monthly on designated Wednesdays from 2:00-3:30 p.m. During this time, students may work on assignments and get extra support from teachers. The following are the upcoming Academic Club dates:

• February 5, 2025
• February 26, 2025

To attend an Academic Club meeting, students need parent/guardian permission and their own transportation.

A partnership between the Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, Mohawk Valley Community College, and Mohawk Valley EDGE.

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