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 Highlights From Across New Hampshire |
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NH Department of Education Employees recognized for years of service
Commissioner Barry recognized more than 40 employees of the Department of Education for their service to the state. Those recognized have contributed a total of 735 years. |
Campbell High School
Students in the Economics of Recycling class at Campbell High School pose with bales of plastic bottles created at Campbell. In the past three years, Campbell students have gathered and baled over 3,200 pounds of plastic bottles, eight tons of paper, and three hundred pounds of aluminum resulting in a substantial savings to the school district. Campbell High is the proud owner of its own baling machine; a purchase made possible by the town matching a grant of an anonymous community member.
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Mascenic School District
Dr. Virginia Barry, Commissioner of Education visited Mascenic Schools on Tuesday, October 13, to view the facility issues facing the district and to hear about the school construction and renovation plans totalling $24M that were approved overwhelmingly by voters on September 29. After speaking with district leaders and students she had lunch at the high school and met with seniors interested in applying to college. Dr. Barry, the former Provost and Vice-President for Academic Affairs, at Plymouth State University encouraged students to explore their higher education options through their interests and passions. "It was a delight to see how well Dr. Barry and our seniors connected so quickly. She is an amazingly quick study and spoke to the students at their level with credibility and understanding of their issues. We were honored by her visit and graciousness," said Leo P. Corriveau, Superintendent of Schools. "We are already looking forward to her return visit this winter to participate in our Promising Practices Night."
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North Country Charter Academy (NCCA)
Graduations are truly memorable moments that not only elicit emotional responses but are a time to reflect and thank people for making a difference. With over 325 people in attendance, the academy was extremely pleased with the demonstration of support and grateful for the numerous parents, students and supporters who spoke during the ceremony. Opening speech was given by Executive Councilor, Raymond Burton. A welcoming speech was presented by NH Commissioner of Education, Dr. Virginia Barry and NH State Legislator, District 1, Brien Ward. The academy is especially proud to note that this graduation was the first official event Dr. Barry attended in her new position as Commissioner. The NCCA Commencement Speaker for the event was NH State Legislator, District 2, Scott Merrick. With this years graduating class of 37, NCCA has graduated a total of 153 students since its establishment back in 2004.
 Picture Collage of Graduation
For more information about NCCA go to www.northcountrycharteracademy.com.
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Lin-Wood Courage to Teach participants
The Lincoln-Woodstock School District Courage to Teach Journey
The Lin-Wood School District began its journey for creating a new model of school climate in 2007 with a two-year series of retreats based on the principles and practices of Courage to Teach®. The focus was to develop a new emphasis on individual teacher responsibility for each student's learning in an effort to change the culture within the school district.
The NH Courage & Renewal team met with the entire Lin-Wood faculty to explain the Courage to Teach® process and the desire of the New Hampshire Humanities Council to partner with them as they entered into a two year commitment which could result in transformation for them as individuals and for their district as a community.
Michael Cosgriff, Superintendent of Lincoln-Woodstock School Administrative Unit, has stated that this has had an impact on student performance.
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