Head first!
I realize the photos are blurry but be advised I took them through a glass door. It's the thought that counts.
Wednesday, May 30, 2018
Recuperation journey: Roof bath captured
Head first!
I realize the photos are blurry but be advised I took them through a glass door. It's the thought that counts.
TEAM in Derby names community room in Ansonia resident's honor
(Photo shared from TEAM Inc.'s Facebook page.)
Congratulations go out to retired TEAM vice president Diane Stroman on this much-deserved honor!
Reminder: 5K Friday in Ansonia to benefit Leah Fund in child's memory
ANSONIA - A 5K race or two-mile walk to benefit the Leah Rondon Fund will step off at 6 p.m. Friday at John C. Mead Elementary School, 75 Ford St.
The Fund in memory of Leah Rondon was established by her parents in 2017 at the Valley Community Foundation.
Leah Rondon, 6, was tragically killed in a motor vehicle accident in August, 2015. She was about to enter first grade at Mead School.
Register for the event at www.leahrondonfund.org.
Learn stress-relieving technique at Griffin Hospital in Derby
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The Community Health Resource Center at Griffin Hospital will host a talk June 7 about a stress-relieving Emotional Freedom Technique known as “tapping."
DERBY - The Community Health Resource Center at Griffin Hospital will host a free talk about a stress-relieving Emotional Freedom Technique at 10:30 a.m. June 7.
Stacey Altomari, a certified EFT Level 1 & 2 practitioner, will discuss how EFT, also known as “tapping,” can help individuals lower stress, and improve focus and sleep.
EFT is a non-invasive and painless technique that combines acupressure and modern psychology to help a person feel calm and safe.
This program is part of a series of free, educational forums hosted by the Community Health Resource Center in an effort to help improve the health of the community.
This program is part of a series of free, educational forums hosted by the Community Health Resource Center in an effort to help improve the health of the community.
To register or for more information, call Kerry or Deborah at 203-732-7399.
The Community Health Resource Center at Griffin Hospital is a traditional library that provides an array of medical and health information, including a large collection of easy to read health and lifestyle related materials. The Center is open to the public to educate themselves on ways to enhance their well-being, prevent illness and play an active role in decisions about their health.
The Community Health Resource Center at Griffin Hospital is a traditional library that provides an array of medical and health information, including a large collection of easy to read health and lifestyle related materials. The Center is open to the public to educate themselves on ways to enhance their well-being, prevent illness and play an active role in decisions about their health.
This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.
Derby School District names Paraeducator of the Year
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DERBY - Derby Public Schools has selected Melissa Stevens as the 2019 District Paraeducator of the
Year.
The Connecticut state Department of Education and the School Paraprofessional Advisory Council has established the Anne Marie Murphy Paraeducator of the Year Program to recognize the important role of the Paraeducator in supporting student achievement.
The award is named in honor of Anne Marie Murphy, a Paraeducator who was killed in the Sandy Hook shooting.
Irving School Principal Jennifer Olson said, “Melissa is an outstanding Paraeducator who has worked in the District’s Behavior Learning Center the past two years.
"Her enthusiasm for teaching shows daily in her interactions with students and other staff in the building. No matter how challenging the day is Melissa is always positive and encouraging to the students to do their best.
"Not only is Melissa a wonderful role model for our students, the relationships she has developed with staff members here at Irving School are supportive and caring. In the classroom, she is always willing to jump in and help where needed including toilet training students, working one-to-one, completing DTI sessions or volunteering to cover a class when needed.
"Her kindness, compassion, and patience has allowed students to make major gains socially, academically and behaviorally. Melissa is very deserving of this outstanding recognition.”
The Connecticut state Department of Education and the School Paraprofessional Advisory Council has established the Anne Marie Murphy Paraeducator of the Year Program to recognize the important role of the Paraeducator in supporting student achievement.
The award is named in honor of Anne Marie Murphy, a Paraeducator who was killed in the Sandy Hook shooting.
Irving School Principal Jennifer Olson said, “Melissa is an outstanding Paraeducator who has worked in the District’s Behavior Learning Center the past two years.
"Her enthusiasm for teaching shows daily in her interactions with students and other staff in the building. No matter how challenging the day is Melissa is always positive and encouraging to the students to do their best.
"Not only is Melissa a wonderful role model for our students, the relationships she has developed with staff members here at Irving School are supportive and caring. In the classroom, she is always willing to jump in and help where needed including toilet training students, working one-to-one, completing DTI sessions or volunteering to cover a class when needed.
"Her kindness, compassion, and patience has allowed students to make major gains socially, academically and behaviorally. Melissa is very deserving of this outstanding recognition.”
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Matthew Conway said, "Ms. Stevens’ presence is vital to the
success of our Behavioral Learning Center. Ms. Stevens possesses that unique nurturing,
supportive, and calm approach necessary to maximize learning for our students.”
Board of Education Chairman Jim Gildea said, “The Derby school system is lucky to have Melissa on our team. She plays a critical role in our behavioral learning center and always gives of her time generously and is able to build close relationships with at-risk and high need students.”
The District also recognizes the Building Level Paraeducators of the Year: April Pruzinsky from Bradley School, Renee Gooden from Derby Middle School, and Steve Wilson from Derby High School.
This is a press release from Derby Public Schools.
Board of Education Chairman Jim Gildea said, “The Derby school system is lucky to have Melissa on our team. She plays a critical role in our behavioral learning center and always gives of her time generously and is able to build close relationships with at-risk and high need students.”
The District also recognizes the Building Level Paraeducators of the Year: April Pruzinsky from Bradley School, Renee Gooden from Derby Middle School, and Steve Wilson from Derby High School.
This is a press release from Derby Public Schools.
Bingo to benefit Center Stage Theatre in Shelton
SHELTON - Center Stage Theatre, 54 Grove St., will host Leapin' Lizards Bingo at 7 p.m. June 6.
"Celebrating our 13th Season! Get ready for summer with Center Stage and Leapin' Lizzards Bingo! Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Purchase six or more tickets for reserved seating.
"Call the Box Office at 203.225.6079 for more info and tickets!"
*Information shared from a Facebook event page.
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