Assumption School in Ansonia posts first trimester honor roll

ANSONIA - Kathleen Molner, principal of Assumption School, announced the following students attained honor roll status for the first trimester.

Grade 4 ~ High Honors ~ Daniel Brejwo, Brigid Burns, Anthony Marini, Andrew Martucci, Cassandra Pomponio, Adrianna Roberto, Adiana Santana, and Dominik Sudol.

Grade 4 ~ Second Honors ~ Hayley Acoba, Sam Bebon, Gabriella Hakins, Gabriella Lima, George Marini, Kollin McCabe, Liam Salemme, Megan Steczkowski, and Alivia Zyskowski.

Grade 5 ~ High Honors ~ Aaliyah Ballester, Colby LaFleur, Jameson Phipps, Kayla Picheco, Gavin Rovinelli, Jayson Sicinski, and Giovanni Vetro.

Grade 5 ~ Second Honors ~ Jaxon Benjamin, Ethan Jankauskas, Molly Lynch, Addison Sonsini, and Alekzander Stevens.

Grade 6 ~ High Honors ~ Weston Ahearn, Jessica Apanowicz, Benjamin Brejwo, Daniel Lynch, Prashie Patel, Maeve Phipps, Jamie Reay, and Nicole Steczkowski.

Grade 6 ~ Second Honors ~ Alexander Bouton, Harleen Singh, and Jacob Zuraw.

Grade 7 ~ First Honors ~ Chanel Debicki, Michael Kupson, Brandon Rovinelli, and Lexi Trinidad.

Grade 7 ~ Second Honors ~ Hallie Beauton, Ayana Benjamin, Julio Calvao, Merelyn Gonzalez, Mehki Guinyard, Talan Johnson, Michael Long, David O’Brien, and David Rupar,
Makenzie Soldra.

Grade 8 ~ First Honors ~ Nicholas Ardito, Pablo Bravo-Cancino, Juliana Brimecombe, Morgan Brimecombe, Amanda Gujski, Chase Jeffrey, Joseph Martucci, Roselah Masbad, Dylan Novicio, James Novicio, Paul Palmer, Julia Pinto, Lilly Rogers, Andrew Tyszka, and Julia Wright.

Grade 8 ~ Second Honors ~ Brighton Ahearn, Nicholas Cerreto, Addyson Izzo, Joseph Kohut, Brendan Lynch, Matthew Pinto, Lucinda Ribeiro, and Edward Sharkey.


Congratulations to all the students on their achievement!

Griffin Hospital in Derby recognized for workplace health achievement

DERBY - Griffin Health recently achieved Gold Level recognition in the American Heart Association 2019 Workplace Health Achievement Index for taking significant steps to build a culture of health in the workplace.

Griffin’s employee wellness program, AgeLess, focuses on the four pillars of well-being – physical, nutritional, emotional, and financial. The program offers free and low-cost programs and information for each pillar to help employees “age less, and live more.”

Offerings include free therapy sessions, free smoking cessation programs, lifestyle change programs, chronic disease management, diabetes prevention, nutritional counseling and lessons on achieving financial stability.

The American Heart Association created the Index with its CEO Roundtable, a leadership collaborative of more than 40 CEOs from some of America’s largest companies who are committed to applying evidence-based approaches to improve their employees’ overall health. The Index uses science-based best practices to evaluate the overall quality and comprehensiveness of their workplace health programs.  

Studies show that work sites with a culture of health with comprehensive, evidence-based policies and programs, and senior leadership support are more likely to have engaged employees and a healthier, more productive workforce.

A unique feature of the Index is that it calculates an average heart health score for employees of participating companies that securely submit aggregate health data. Companies receive benchmarking reports, which allow them to identify potential areas of improvement so they can advance their annual performance and recognition.

As part of its commitment to healthier workplaces, the American Heart Association offers Health Screening Services, an on site biometric screening solution which allows organizations to collect and submit employee health data seamlessly. 

The health screenings are combined with a health assessment and education to motivate participants to make behavior changes or seek support for lifestyle changes and follow-up medical care as appropriate. 

The American Heart Association’s Workplace Health Solutions offers a suite of evidence-based tools to help optimize current employee health programs. 

These tools leverage the science behind the Index while improving consumer engagement and promoting healthier behaviors. 

For more information, visit www.heart.org/workplacehealth. 

About the American Heart Association 

The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. We are dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities. Through collaboration with numerous organizations, and powered by millions of volunteers, we fund innovative research, advocate for the public’s health and share lifesaving resources. 

The Dallas-based organization has been a leading source of health information for nearly a century. 

Connect with us on heart.org, Facebook, Twitter, or by calling 1-800-AHA-USA1.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital. 

Cub Scouts pay holiday visit to Crosby Commons residents in Shelton

Scouts visit with a resident of Crosby Commons./ Contributed photo

SHELTON - Cub Scouts from Pack 25 helped residents at Crosby Commons Assisted Living Community kick off the holiday season with an evening of decorating, songs, and of course, Christmas cookies.

“The Scouts’ visit was perfect timing,” said Kelly Coppola, Activities Director at Crosby Commons. She coordinated the night’s activities with Mark Sims, who has been cub master for the past five years.  

“I couldn’t imagine a better way to start celebrating the holidays than with a dozen or so elementary school Scouts side-by-side with our residents, singing their hearts out!”

Pack 25, chartered by the First United Methodist Church, held it monthly Pack .eeting Dec. 3 at Crosby Commons.  

After an opening ceremony, which many of the residents joined, the Scouts helped the residents and staff decorate trees throughout the building.  

Over cocoa and cookies, many of the Scouts along with their parents and siblings shared stories about Scouting and holiday celebrations with residents.

At their meeting, some Scouts were awarded their earned badges and special announcements were made.   

The meeting ended with the closing ceremony, followed by many thank yous and a few hugs between seniors and their new Scout friends. 

“We are so fortunate to have the opportunity to partner with youth organizations and schools,” said Lori Pisani, executive director, Crosby Commons. “Nothing inspires joy and laughter like singing songs and playing games with children.”   

Pisani said as a nonprofit, many area youth groups, Scouts and schools do programs at Wesley Village. Some high schools require students to complete a number of community service hours to graduate and the Wesley Village campus provides a variety of different opportunities to do so. 

A unique view of the Cubs' holiday visit./ Contributed photo

Crosby Commons is an independent and assisted living community located on the Wesley Village campus. 

Wesley Village senior living campus is located at 580 Long Hill Ave. and is part of United Methodist Homes, a local not-for-profit organization. 

The Wesley Village campus offers assisted and independent living, memory support, skilled nursing, short-term rehab, and outpatient therapy and fitness services. 

To learn more, visit www.wesleyvillage-ct.org.  

This is a press release from United Methodist Homes.

TEAM, Inc. to hold Housing Forum at Inn at Villa Bianca in Seymour

Every town has its own housing needs. Meeting those needs can:

• Keep property taxes down and expand municipal grand lists.
• Allow seniors to stay in their towns, near their families and friends.
• Provide relief for thousands burdened by high housing costs.
• Help merchants by increasing the buying power of Valley residents.
• Increase homeownership and reduce blight.
• Improve school achievement and prevent homelessness.
• Attract young families and a skilled labor force.

Housing is the cornerstone of opportunity. Creating the right housing options is right for the Valley. 
The TEAM Housing Forum will kickstart a cooperative effort by our leaders and residents to create the homes we need.

Recuperation journey: Sunrise stripe

Noticed this pink vertical stripe this morning where the sun would have risen if it was planning to do so. Took photo of same. 
Have a great Monday!