text: Computer Science (Theses and Dissertations) http://hdl.handle.net/2262/117 Computer Science (Theses and Dissertations) 2014-11-24T22:34:47Z Using stigmergy to build pervasive computing environments http://hdl.handle.net/2262/69606 Using stigmergy to build pervasive computing environments Pervasive computing looks beyond the age of the personal computer to a time when everyday devices will be embedded with technology and connectivity. The goal of pervasive computing is to make such devices available throughout the physical environment to support people's usual activities with timely interventions without overwhelming them with inappropriate responses. So far, a number of research e_x001B_orts have investigated di_x001B_erent approaches to managing the complexities of developing these types of environments with varying degrees of success. The di_x001E_culty still remains as to how to develop a pervasive computing environment that can support the integration and organisation of devices and applications in a spontaneous and robust manner. The problem is partly attributed to the highly dynamic and unpredictable nature of these types of environments, and is often further hampered by the limited resources found on devices. The technology for pervasive computing is reaching a point where it is possible to convert may everyday environments into interactive spaces. Typically, these spaces have been designed from the ground up to support the anticipated needs of users, and are usually pre-installed and maintained over the period during which they are in use. Conceptually, these e_x001B_orts are centralised in their approach, in that, e_x001B_orts are focused around coordinating the resources of a particular geographical location in meeting the demands of users. However, in the future, the construction of pervasive computing environments is more likely to evolve accidentally from physical spaces as technology is incorporated into the space over time. This suggests there is a need to support the assembly of pervasive computing environments in a more ad-hoc fashion. To address this point this thesis presents a highly-decentralised method of organising the components of a pervasive computing environment, supporting spontaneous interaction between entities and providing robust system-wide behavior. The inspiration for this work stems from nature and the observations made by the French biologist Grassé on how social insects coordinate their actions using indirect communication via the environment, a phenomenon that has become known as stigmergy. In the stigmergic approach there are fewer dependences between entities allowing for the incremental construction and improvement of solutions without adversely e_x001B_ecting the rest of the pervasive computing environment. This thesis encapsulates this approach in a model that is used to underpin a framework for pervasive computing. A prototypical implementation of the model is provided by Cocoa. Cocoa supports the use of stigmergy to build self-coordinating environments that promote the autonomy of entities. Designed to both support and complement the use of stigmergy, the framework employs a distributed architecture organised in a peer-to-peer fashion. To ease the implementation and deployment of entities Cocoa supports a programming abstraction encapsulated in a high-level scripting language. The scripting language exploits the methodologies used by social insects to construct a society of autonomous entities capable of responding to the environment in a stigmergic manner. In order to validate the contribution of the thesis a select number of application scenarios from a range of di_x001B_erent domains have been implemented using the Cocoa framework. The evaluation is used to demonstrate how a model based on stigmergy can be used to provide a highly-decentralised method of organising the components of a pervasive computing environment. In addition, the evaluation shows how such an approach can support the spontaneous interactions of autonomous entities and provide robust system-wide behavior. 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z Acceleration of cryptographic http://hdl.handle.net/2262/69605 Acceleration of cryptographic Graphics processing units (GPUs) can act as an attractive alternative to CPUs for general purpose computation in certain scenarios. Traditionally, the GPU has been developed to offload graphics processing from the CPU. In recent years the GPU has continued to become a more flexible and powerful device, responding to the demand of the games industry to execute more and more complex custom graphics algorithms. In the early 2000s a new approach to processing emerged, whereby non-graphics problems that suit a data parallel model could execute on the GPU at competitive or faster rates that the CPU. This performance gap has continued to grow, and as the GPU develops in terms of programming flexibility, the range of application spaces that benefit from GPU assistance widens. Adding to this trend, GPU vendors have started releasing programming frameworks specifically tailored to general purpose computation on GPUs. In light of these developments, there is intense research involving the use of GPUs for acceleration within many problem spaces. We advance the state of the art by presenting the capacity of the GPU to accelerate commonly used cryptographic functions. We investigate GPU acceleration of symmetric-key and asymmetric-key functions, fundamental components of modern cryptographic systems. We show that AES, a popular example of a symmetric-key function, can be competitive with the CPU on recent GPUs and outperform on contemporary GPUs. We illustrate the issues related to GPU support of symmetric-key modes of operations in various scenarios and present strategies for maintaining performance. We show that RSA, a popular example of an asymmetric-key function, can outperform the CPU when running on the GPU. For both symmetric-key and asymmetrickey approaches presented, not all cryptographic contexts suit the GPU and as such these contexts are highlighted. Also, both approaches are investigated for efficient batching of multiple requests within a single GPU call. Finally, the integration of GPU accelerated cryptography within an operating system abstraction layer and associated costs are presented. 2010-01-01T00:00:00Z The Non-invasive Personalisation of Educational Video Games http://hdl.handle.net/2262/67775 The Non-invasive Personalisation of Educational Video Games PEIRCE, NEIL Educational video games present a progressive approach to technology enhanced learning that offer intrinsically rewarding experiences, high interactivity, an environment with low-risk of failure, and the freedom and flexibility to illustrate educational concepts. In addition to the benefits of game- based learning the consideration of varying abilities and preferences has long been recognised as a significant factor in learning. In addressing this, the use of personalisation that tailors the learning to the individual, has been extensively used within Intelligent Tutoring Systems, and Adaptive Hypermedia. The incorporation of personalisation into educational video games presents the possibility of an intrinsically motivating learning experience that is also tailored to each individual learner. However, this integration presents considerable design challenges as there emerge potentially conflicting objectives. Most notably the desire to maintain an engaging game can conflict with the desire to adapt the game to benefit learning. In order to preserve the benefits of game-based learning the personalisation must be considerate of the game?s storyline, character consistency, and character plausibility. In essence the personalisation must be non-invasive to the gaming experience. This thesis proposes a novel four-stage approach to the non-invasive personalisation of educational video games. This approach not only ensures that are all adaptations are non-invasive to the game being adapted it also achieves this in a flexible and reusable manner. Through loosely coupling the video game with the personalisation that adapts it, the Adaptive Learning In Games through Non-invasion (ALIGN) system facilitates the independent authoring of the game and the personalisation strategies. This separation further enables the reuse of ALIGN across multiple games effectively reducing the development costs of personalised games. To evaluate and validate this research the ALIGN system was trialled with contrasting games both in terms of their game style and learning content. Through the use of authentic user trials the ALIGN system was shown to represent a progression towards the effective reuse of personalisation across adaptive educational games. PUBLISHED 2013-01-01T00:00:00Z Context Oriented Software Development http://hdl.handle.net/2262/67241 Context Oriented Software Development MAGABLEH, BASEL Software in distributed and mobile computing environments needs to cope with variability, diversity of computing platforms and operates in different execution environments. Mobile computing environments are heterogeneous and dynamic. Everything from the devices used and resources available to network bandwidth and user context can change at runtime. This presents the software developers with the challenge of tailoring behavioral variations of the software to specific user needs and adapt to context changes. The design and the development of context-dependent and self-adaptable applications in mobile computing environments cannot rely on classical software-development methodologies, which assume that the software execution environment is known a priori at design time, and the application environment can be anticipated. Supporting the development and execution of self-adaptive software systems raises numerous challenges, from development processes, design space and development tools, to the adaptation mechanism that ensures adaptability and dependability of the self-adaptive software that is targeted. This thesis explores how far we can support the engineering of self-adaptive applications using generic development paradigm provided by non-specialized language frameworks, and not being limited to a specific platform or mechanism. This gives the software developers the flexibility to construct a self-adaptive application using an object-oriented programming language and deploy it on several platforms. The thesis is that the software developers must considered the context information and context-dependent behavior in the analysis, design and implementation of self-adaptive soft- ware. In particular, software needs to consider the composition of its components in conjunction with the contextual changes. In order to overcome the problem and the challenges of engineering self-adaptive software, this thesis contributes to the knowledge by presenting Context-Oriented Software Development (COSD), a generic development paradigm for the construction of self-adaptive software from context-oriented components, which enables dynamic composition of the context-dependent behaviors and provides the software with capabilities of self-adaptability and dependability in mobile computing environments. Our model is based on a decomposition strategy of self-adaptive software based on context, which provides a flexible mechanism for modularizing the software into several compassable units of behavior and decouples the context-dependent from context-free parts. The context-oriented component model encapsulates the implementation of the context-dependent parts in distinct architecture units, which enables the software to adjust its functionality and/or behavior dynamically. This differs from the majority of existing works, which seek to embed awareness of context in the functional implementation of applications. The Context-Oriented Software is developed using a Context-Oriented Component-based Application Model Driven Architecture (COCA-MDA). Afterwards, the context-oriented software is manipulated at runtime by COCA-middleware, which performs a runtime behavioral composition of the context- dependent functionality based on the operational context. The evaluation of context-oriented software in comparison to existing work shows that context-oriented software development is better suited for implementing context-dependent and self-adaptive applications. In addition, the evaluation of COCA-middleware in terms of the modifiability and performance quality attributes, shows better performance in performing the adaptation with less impact on the allocated resources. This thesis shows that COCA-MDA has reduced the development effort in modeling the Platform Independent Model (PIM) and Platform Specific Model (PSM), as it reduces the amount of configurations and maintenance needed to transform the PIM into PSM. In addition, COCA-MDA produced a component-based architecture described by an Architecture Description language (ADL), which reduces the effort needed to implement the architecture in different platforms. PUBLISHED 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z


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Do you often dream of living a more rewarding life? Do you aspire to a better job, a stronger marriage, a happier home? Do you wish for more gratifying relationships with your family and friends? Perhaps you simply want to accomplish more and leave a lasting legacy for future generations.
If you are like most people, you have written these goals and dreams on a list that's titled "Tomorrow's To Do". You can't pursue what's truly important to you because your day is crowded by the demands of mundane routines and other people's priorities. How do you break out and experience the full potential that God intended you to have? The answer lies in a simple yet profound process to change the way you think about your life and help you accomplish what's truly important. In this straightforward guide, Joel Osteen gives you a way to improve your life for good and help you experience victory, joy, and satisfaction every day!
Your journey to a brighter future begins with these seven steps:
Your life has a divine purpose and destiny. As you put the principles found in this audio to work today you will begin living Your Best Life Now!
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"Your Best Life Now"
An awesome audio book! I highly recommend the audio version or get it in addition to the written book. To hear Joel Osteen read it in person really helps as you can pick up on the tone and feeling he is trying to convey. The topics covered and advice in this book will benefit everyone. Is your life in a mess? Can't figure out why things aren't working for you? This book has the answers for you. Enjoy!
"Your Best Life Now"
I'm not a "Self Help Book" kind of person but this book is GREAT! This book will change your thinking, your attitude, YOUR LIFE! Joel made me reevaluate my relationship with God and gave me a totally new perspective about where I am, where I want to go, and how God is going to help me get there.
"Your best life now"
I have about 150 differant audio books and motivational teachings that I have collected over the years. I have to say this is on of the top 5 in my collection, one that I will listen to many many times over. I highly recomend this audio book and know it will be one of your best investments this year.
"Osteen: You best Life Now"
By far the BEST I have heard to date (9/2007) Filled with sound advice to apply to your life, Very uplifting with suggestions to use for everyday life, Whether you are searching for a better life or already have it all, this is equally good for advancing through all walls of difficulty.
Simple, practical, amazing! This is book will surely touch your heart, mind and spirit. I know, 'coz I have experienced it.
Highly recommended.
"Awesome a MUST have!"
I have listened to this over and over again and loaned my CD to others. I believe this is my favorite audio book to listen to. I always feel so much better and empowered after listening. Thanks Joel for everything you give to those willing to listen.
"Life changing, positive message"
The author encourages us to expect more out of life, as God intended us to prosper and to be happy. His southern pastorial voice is calming and leads us to listen to his message of health and wealth.
There is so much negativism in this world, Joel is a breath of fresh air and made me realize that I don't have to feel guilty when I am successful or damned when I have struggles. Pastor Osteen pleads with the reader to not only seek the best, but to plan for the highest goals. He tells us that God's plans for us are far greater than we can even imagine, so he asks: why do we expect so little? Although I have countless books on my IPOD, I find myself regularly listening to Joel Osteen for encouragement and confidence that I am right to expect the best in my life. I cannot recommend this book more highly!
"Inspiration Abounds!"
Joel Osteen is a gifted preacher and storyteller. He does a great job in his sermons and really can capture an audience while preaching. He truly will help the current and next generation into accepting Christ and learning about the church.
The book overall was decent, though at times I sort of questioned his scenarios...they almost seemed too coincidental in making his point.
An example: He talks about walking in his neighborhood with his wife, Victoria and walking into a house that was being built and feeling inspired that one day he will live in such a house...so, he felt comfortable walking into a strangers house that was being built w/ his wife??? As a preacher or heck, as a human being, wouldn't he feel guilty about trespassing on someone's property?
But overall, an inspiring story. I don't believe his accent is too thick at all and overall was easy to follow. I listen to the final disc over and over about how we really need to do our best in life and God will handle the rest. Good job!
"Good reminders, but some problems"
The book's main message of being positive, is a source of strength. But some parts, such as God assigning preferential treatment to his children in materialistic and lavish ways ( as in his example of being re-assigned a First Class seat on the airplane), gives Christianity the reputation of being a snobbish me-first faith. This is contrary to the scriptures where our blessings are heavenly treasures instead of earthy ones. Joel seems to have forgotten the verses such as "the last shall be first and the first shall be last" which cultivate a spirit of humility and hope in the eternal rewards which are worth far more than anything this life can offer. And one has to ask the question, "What about those who are not traveling a First Class lifestyle?" Are they somehow less preferred by God? These are the dangerous implications of a prosperity gospel. But the book did have a lot of good reminders of being positive and I give it three stars because of that!
"Felt insincere"
I disliked this audiobook as it felt really insincere compared to what a true Christian's "Best Life" should be - made God feel like a genie who is ready to do anything you ask, when in reality it is not like that and trying to believe such a concept through this audiobook's repetitiveness that it is so, is just uncomfortable.
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Though DJ JS-1's been in the game for years, there are still all too many people out there who would tell him how to run his career. On new single Last to Know, the NYC native recruits frequent collaborator Tonedeff to lace his lightly jazzy boardwork with rhymes satirizing these know-it-alls' diverse and varied (but never particularly informed) opinions. If this tongue-in-cheek selection's left you craving more, you'll find what you seek on JS-1's Nobody Cares LP, scheduled to drop June 21, via Fat Beats Records and the DJ's own Ground Original.
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Leaders Affirm Need for New Stafford High School at Groundbreaking
STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. – Several local officials, school administrators, students and community members gathered on the future site of the new Stafford High School for the project's groundbreaking ceremony.
This $66 million dollar Capital Improvement (CIP) project was a heated point of debate in the county for the past several months, as divided supporters lobbied for a renovation to the existing Stafford Senior High School, while others felt that there should be a new school built on the property.
The tension on site was palpable Tuesday afternoon, as the speakers focused on defending the decision to build the new school, versus the details and specifications of the project. This comes after several months of outcry about the decision to spend the funds on a new school, versus a renovation.
When the new building is constructed, the old Stafford Senior High School building, which opened 41-years-ago, will be demolished to make way for parking lots, athletic fields, and a new automotive facility.
Joseph Lewis, Principal of Stafford Senior High School, introduced and congratulated the class of 2016, the first class of students that will graduate from the new facility, while speaking about the design of the project.
"We spent hours upon hours with staff and students, talking to them about what they feel would be the best learning environment and what would be the best teaching environment," Lewis said of the design process with the architectural and engineering firm, Grimm & Parker Architects and Hess Construction + Engineering Design.
Dr. Randy Bridges, School Superintendent, pointed out the upcoming challenges for the project.
"Along the way now there's going to be some bumps – you're not going to build a brand new $66 million dollar facility on the same site of the existing high school while the same high school is operational, and not have some challenges," Bridges said.
Both Bridges and Stafford School Board member Meg Bohmke commented on the benefits that this new facility will provide for future Stafford students.
"One of the things I haven't done enough of during this [planning] process, which I'm going to try and correct now, is to talk about the students. Once this facility is open, and there will be spacious classrooms for them to learn, modern technology for them to exercise their ability to gather information, the opportunity for our teachers to be in workrooms to have collegial conversations to make them better at their skill," Bridges said.
"Students won't be able to pass papers under their classrooms anymore, they won't be able to hear the instruction going on in the classroom next to them. I don't know how you teachers have survived here for so many years – you obviously have the ability to concentrate because you definitely have had some interruption over the years," said Bohmke, speaking to a chuckling crowd about the issues students and faculty had with the current high school building.
Kotlus: College Funding Worries Prince William Graduates
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Finding funds to pay for college is no easy task, whether you have a college savings plan or if a student works through college and takes advantage of options at one of Virginia's community colleges.
The topic on the minds of some of those who spoke at the Prince William County School Board meeting Wednesday night was financial literacy. As many in the U.S. struggle with credit card debt and mortgages, student loan debt also lands graduates, who've just turned their tassles, on a road to financial instability despite doing "the right thing" by going to school.
In fact, on Wednesdsay night, some students came to talk about just that topic. One recent graduate urged the school board to provide more money for scholarships because "Students shouldn't have to worry about anything but grades." Another noted her dreams of going to school in New York City encouraged her to look for others to help fund her college dreams because "loans can be a hassle".
By the time students head off to college many should worry about a lot of things, including making responsible, adult decisions, that will pay off in the long run. For example, those who seek schools of choice just because its in a particular city may not be the best choice for students, according to a list recently released by Forbes.
The financial magazine recently ranked colleges with the best return on investment, noting that families need to approach higher education the same way they'd approach any major financial decision, with planning, logic, and an eye on overall value.
School Lunch Cost Rising 10 Cents in Prince William
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. – The cost of school lunches is going up by 10 cents next year in Prince William County.
School officials said federal rules require uniformity when it comes to the amount of money reimbursed to the school division for student meals.
Starting in September, the cost for school lunch will be:
$2.35 for elementary school students
$2.50 for middle school students
$2.60 for high school students
The new school lunch prices go into effect for the 2013-2014 school year.
School lunch prices differ slightly in neighboring Stafford County differ slightly, as students in kindergarten through 5th grade pay $2.30, and students from 6th to 12th grade pay $2.40 per lunch.
Hanna Replaces Williams at Drew Middle School
STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. – Stafford County School officials named Tammara M. Hanna as the new principal of Drew Middle School this week. She replaces outgoing Principal Catherine Williams who will retire at the end of this school year.
Here's more information about Hanna from Stafford County Public Schools:
Hanna is a 21-year veteran as a public school educator. She has taught in Prince George, Va., Hanover, Chesterfield and Fairfax counties.
She came to Stafford County and A.G. Wright Middle School in 2001 and continued as a teacher, assuming duties as a language arts teacher, team leader, and department chair. She served as principal intern at A.G. Wright Middle School in 2004 and was selected as their assistant principal in 2006.
Hanna earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Longwood University and a Master's of Education from Virginia Commonwealth University and is currently a doctoral candidate in the Virginia Commonwealth University's Educational Leadership program. She and her family live in Stafford County.
New Leadership Appointed to Manassas Schools
MANASSAS, Va. – The Manassas City School Board has announced the appointment of several new principals for the upcoming 2013-2014 school year.
David Rupert — Weems Elementary
David Rupert, who serves as assistant principal at Baldwin Elementary will become principal Weems Elementary School effective July 1, 2013. He's been at the school for one year.
"I am excited to return to the school and work with the
students, teachers, and the community", said Rupert of his new position. A Pennsylvania native, Rupert holds a degree in Elementary Education from Clairion University, and a masters degree in supervision and leadership from California University of Pennsylvania, and has taught with Manassas City Public Schools since 2003 in both elementary and intermediate schools.
Cathy F. Brenner — Osbourn High School
Cathy F. Benner will become Osbourn High School's new principal. Benner is currently the principal at Falls Church High
School where she has served since 2008 after a career in education dating back to 1979 in various positions including assistant superintendent for Culpeper County Public Schools and sub-school principal at Centreville High School in Clifton. Benner has also taught as an adjunct professor of School Finance and School Law at George Mason University.
"I believe some really wonderful things will happen in the coming year," she said.
Benner's own educational background includes a bachelor's degree in history from the University of Richmond, master's degrees in curriculum and instruction from George Mason University, and a master's degree in administration and supervision from Shenandoah University. Benner is currently in the doctoral program at Virginia Tech.
Kenneth Kratzer — Mayfield Intermediate School
Kenneth Kratzer has been named the new principal of Mayfield Intermediate School after serving as an assistant principal there since 2006. Kratzer has been with Manassas City Public Schools since 1991 and holds a bachelor's degree in Physical Education, and a master's degree in education leadership from George Mason University, as well as holding several postgraduate licenses.
Kratzer will replace Principal Jeff Abt.
"We will build upon the successes that have been in place under Mr. Abt's leadership to help Mayfield continue to move forward."
Angela Burnet — Metz Middle School
Angela Burnett, currently the principal at Weems Elementary School, has been appointed to be the principal at Metz Middle School. Burnett has worked in the New York City and Manassas school districts and was recently recognized as one of eighteen principals in the Washington area who received the 2013 Distinguished Educational Leader award by the Washington Post.
Additionally, this spring, the Ellen DeGeneres Show and online photo-sharing site, Shutterfly, awarded a $50,000 check to Burnett on national television, to be used towards the school-wide uniform effort Weems hopes to implement in the near future.
Burnett has a bachelor's degree in Finance from Hampton University, a master's degree in Administration and Supervision (K-12) from the College of New Rochelle, and a Virginia Post Graduate Certificate with endorsements in Elementary Education and Administration and Supervision.
Kara Mills — George C. Round Elementary School
Kara Mills, the final appointment announced, will begin as principal at George C. Round Elementary School. Mills is currently the assistant principal at Jennie Dean Elementary, where she has worked since 2011.
"I am looking forward to the opportunity to connect with the staff, families, and students so we can accomplish great things", said Mills. The administrator has experience as an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) teacher, department supervisor, and broadcast journalist, having worked for ABC and CBS affiliates in Orlando, Fla.
In addition to her journalism degrees, Mills holds a master's in educational leadership from the University of Central Florida, and teaching certifications in elementary education K-6, English 6-12, ESOL K-12, and Administration and supervision K-12. Mills is currently completing her doctorade in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies at the George Washington University.
Serving more than 7,300 students, Manassas City Public Schools' mission is to provide an innovative, engaging, inspiring and challenging learning environment for all students.
*This story has been corrected.
Photos: North Stafford Class of 2013 Graduates
NORTH STAFFORD, Va. — Seniors at North Stafford High School walked across the stage to receive their diplomas on Saturday.
High School Graduations Continue Across Area
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. – Despite the weather today, seniors at Patriot High School in Nokesville will have their graduation ceremony as planned, they'll just have to do it inside the school's gymnasium.
The indoor graduation moved from the school's football field means attendees will be issued tickets to view the ceremony either in person or on a closed-circuit TV channel inside the school.
Patriot High School is the only school in Prince William with a scheduled graduation ceremony today, but several seniors at 11 area high schools have already begun conducting commencement exercises, and some commencement exercises will continue this weekend.
Here's a look at graduation ceremonies, those who are tops in their classes, and a look at graduates by the numbers:
Battlefield High School will graduate 668 students on Friday, June 14 at 7 p.m. Exercises will be held at Jiffy Lube Live. As of press, valedictorian and salutatorian information had not been released.
Brentsville High School graduated 200 students on Tuesday, June 11, also at Jiffy Lube Live. Valedictorian: Sophie A. Penn and Salutatorian Elizabeth Jerakis were honored.
Forest Park High School graduated 559 students on Saturday, June 8 at the Patriot Center in Fairfax. Hannah Zachman was named Valedictorian and Salutatorian was Derek Luong.
Freedom High School's 414 graduates matriculated on Saturday, June 8 also at the Patriot Center., with graduation speaker Cortney Hicks, a radio personality, providing a keynote address. Valedictorian Syeda Sumaia Tabassum and Salutatorian Aminatta Zainab Tejan-Kamara were honored during the ceremony.
On Friday, June 14, Gar-Field's commencement exercises will be at 7 p.m. at the Patriot Center, with 567 graduates in attendance. Valedictorian has been named as Wei Wei Low with Salutatorian Celena Kwok Chun.
Hylton High School graduated their 514 seniors on Saturday, June 8 with a ceremony at the Patriot Center. Mrs. Carolyn Custard, former Hylton Principal and current PWCS Director of Student Services, was the guest speaker. Valedictorian Danielle Sosa and Salutatorian Salwa Ahmad were honored.
With 653 students graduation, Osbourn Park will also utilize the Patriot Center for their Saturday, June 15 commencement, which begins at 2 p.m.
Patriot High School's 311 graduating seniors will walk the stage at their own school tonight at 6:30p.m.. Valedictorian will be Nolan A. Uribe and Salutatorian Kari C. Willett.
Potomac High School graduated 395 students on June 10th with a ceremony at Jiffy Lube Live. Honored during the commencement were Valedictorian Amanda K. Luce and Salutatorian Maria F. Leo Garcia.
Stonewall Jackson's students graduated on Tuesday, June 11. The 592 graduates marched the Jiffy Lube Live stage with Valedictorian Sara Jane Pancerella and Salutatorian Melissa Thai.
Woodbridge Senior High School will graduate their students at home on Saturday, June 15 at 9 a.m., and 638 students are expected to don their caps and gowns.
Prince William County schools officials note note number of graduates is estimated until final grades are confirmed.
In Stafford County, all five of that county's high school's will graduate during their own respective ceremonies on Saturday.
Severe Weather Could Impact Graduation Plans at Patriot High School
NOKESVILLE, Va. – The possibility of severe weather tomorrow is making an unwanted impact on graduation plans at Prince William County's Patriot High School in Nokesville.
School Principal Michael E. Bishop in a letter told parents and students that Patriot staff is ready to implement a "plan B" for Thursday's 7:30 p.m. graduation ceremony scheduled at the school's football stadium. The contingency plan and would see the ceremony moved indoors to a gymnasium, prompting the issuance of tickets that determine who would be allowed to watch the ceremony from the gym and who watches it from inside the school on closed circuit television.
Bishop said the call to move the event indoors will be made my 10 a.m. Thursday, and an update on the location of the ceremony would be posted on the school's website.
The backup plan comes as severe, potentially damaging weather is expected to move through the region on Thursday bringing high winds, hail, and possibly tornadoes.
If the graduation event is moved indoors, the ticketing system would work like this:
– Graduates should be dropped off at 6 p.m., proceeding to the auxiliary gym.
– The gymnasium and designated areas will open at 6:45 p.m. for families and visitors.
– Red tickets—senior families were issued seven red tickets to enter the gymnasium to view the ceremony.
- Blue tickets—visitors holding a blue ticket will be able to view the ceremony via closed circuit television in the auditorium and commons one. Other locations will be opened as needed.
– Handicap seating—prior to June 13, a red ticket was exchanged for a handicap accessible ticket. Handicap seating is available is available indoors. Only the individual who requires this seating, plus one other person with a red ticket, will be allowed in the designated area. There is not room for entire families in the designated handicap area.
In his letter, Bishop said his school's staff has gone as far as to contact local TV meteorologists to stay abreast of the weather situation.
"When today's seniors first entered our doors, it was as underclassmen, many of whom chose to make the change from another school. Despite our long-held plans to celebrate their Patriot graduation on Thursday, in our stadium, the weather might demand other arrangements," penned Bishop.
Patriot High School is the only school in Prince William with a scheduled graduation ceremony Thursday evening.
Area Students Receive First-Time NOVA Scholarships
WOODBRIDGE, Va. – Northern Virginia Community College for the first time has awarded full two-year scholarships to incoming students enrolled in their honors program. And three students from high schools in Prince William County made the cut.
Ianna Alhambra, and Maria-Vera Alverez of Freedom High School, and Ana Quinteros-Gomez of Woodbridge Senior High School, will all receive scholarships to cover the cost of in-state tuition, books, and travel abroad for two years at the college also known as NOVA.
A total of 19 students from schools across the region received scholarships, and those students who will be in the Honors Program will have smaller class sizes, which, school officials say, will allow more time for academic exploration and one-on-one coaching with professors.
"We are very excited about this remarkable opportunity to provide highly-motivated and talented high school students with full tuition at NOVA," said NOVA Honors Coordinator Stacy Rice in a press release. "This year's 19 winners are competitive candidates, worthy of admission at any four-year institution of their choice, so we are thrilled and honored that they will be taking their first academic steps at NOVA."
Students must maintain a 3.2 GPA, attend classes full time, become a leader in a student organization, and visit area high schools on behalf of the college.
Angel Investor Sought for 2 Planned Swimming Pools at New High School
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. – More than three years before shovels hit the ground, the proposed 12th high school to be built in Prince William County is sparking debate because of the swimming pools that could be apart its design.
The building will be an adaptation of Patriot High School in Bristow, and this one would have a rear addition that would house two swimming pools.
Proponents of the pools, including Prince William County Schools Superintendent Steven Walts, insist the $10.5 million swim facility would not be a "Twelfth High School Pool," but rather a "division aquatics facility" that would benefit all students and the community.
Associate Superintendent of Finance and Support Services David Cline led a lengthy presentation at last night's School Board meeting, followed by an even lengthier question and answer session with elected Board members.
Current plans from Mosley Architects, the firm that would build the school, show the school and aquatics facility would have separate entrances, although the pool could also be accessed from inside the school building near the gymnasium. The planned pools would allow for various uses, which school officials hope could generate revenue for the school system.
The first pool would be a cooler temperature competition pool that would measure 116×75 feet in size, with a moveable bulkhead that could alter pool dimensions to meet various needs. The second would be a zero-depth entry pool sized at 47×75 feet with warmer water, lifts to accommodate those with special needs, a play area, possible waterslide, and floatable attractions to encourage the community to swim during open hours.
The facility plans also include a "wet" classroom for instruction, or other uses like birthday parties, mens/womens/family changing areas, and an upper level observation deck for about 500 spectators.
Cline also noted that both the Prince William County Parks and Recreation Department, as well as the Quantico Devil Dogs, who are in the process of building a private pool, support a pool in the school in order to provide relief at over-booked swim facilities in the area.
Cline also said that money used to build the $10.5 million pool would be acquired through a bond, and therefore would not be made available for items such as teacher raises, or anything else.
Cline further encouraged the pool's viability by noting that the new high school's outdoor sports areas would cost between four and five million dollars, and their gym would be around $11.5 million, with neither facility ever expected to offset the cost of operation the way the pool would.
As the presentation moved to questions, Woodbridge District School Board member Steven Keen asked about the annual operating cost of the pool, as well as the idea that one pool could help provide equal access to all students. Keen also noted that he felt a referendum was in order so that "we can ask taxpayers, not just the people who show up to talk about it," referring to the numerous people who requested to speak during open forum before and after the meeting.
Gainesville District School Board member Alyson Satterwhite, despite Cline's earlier note that the funds could only be used to build the pool, said "we could make an impact one student at a time with money we'll pay for the pool" and that running a pool was getting away from the school board's core mission.
Coles District member Dr. Michael Otaigbe had his own solution for funding the pool.
"There might be an angel investor out there," said Otaigbe.
Brentsville District member Gil Trenum said he would be happy to propose a motion to name the 12th high school after the individual or company writing a check to finance the pool. Trenum also asked who would operate the pool, with Cline noting the potential for outsourcing to Prince William's Parks and Recreation Department, as is currently done with field use, or for running the pool through the schools, as is done in Arlington.
Students Perform at 'Art After Dark'
By RENEE ORDOOBADI
For Potomac Local News
WOODBRIDGE, Va. – Woodbridge Senior High School hosted Arts After Dark, an event showcasing the talents of the Center for the Fine and Performing Arts (CFPA) students on May 28.
Directly after the event, senior medals were awarded to the graduating CFPA students.
Catherine Hailey, the CFPA Creative Writing teacher, said Arts After Dark is a showcase of youthful talent
"I think we started Arts After Dark during the second year of CFPA. We wanted to showcase the talents of the CFPA artists once each year in an integrated manner. Although the approach to Arts After Dark changed over the years – sometimes a formal auditorium performance, sometimes an arts fair atmosphere – it has continued almost every year. I was very happy to see it back at Woodbridge this year so that more families could attend," Hailey said.
Many of the Creative Writing Students read poetry in groups to add visual and auditory appeal.
"I read Kendra Arnold's poem "Essence of Music" with Kendra and Katarina Hinkofer. I was excited to finally perform the poem we've been rehearsing repeatedly on, but it's also hard not to be nervous when actually standing up on stage and seeing the crowd in person," Sophomore CFPA Creative Writing student Virginia Crivilescu said.
The senior CFPA Theater students were given the opportunity to recite a monologue of their choice – some were modern, others Shakespearean.
"I felt awesome! I love being on stage. I'm a performer, it's what I do. It was my last time being on a high school stage and it wasn't as nerve racking as one would think. I'm just proud that I was able to get a good laugh out of the crowd from my piece 'Much Ado About Nothing' written by William Shakespeare," senior CFPA Theater student Tyler Rose said.
Some students, who are involved in more than one CFPA concentration, were forced to choose between performances.
Junior Phebe Ciemny had to decide between reading poetry and performing with her orchestra group.
"It was a tough call to make. My decision came down to orchestra because, number one: I like wearing my orchestra dress – it makes me feel like a princess, and number two: I feel like my orchestra needed me. After all, you can tell when someone is missing because there are two people to a stand," Ciemny said.
To end the evening, senior medals were awarded to those graduating in CFPA. Excitement filled the auditorium as teachers congratulated their students, placing the well-deserved medals around their necks.
"Receiving the medal was pretty exciting, knowing that I accomplished what I came to do! The ceremony was the culmination of everything we as CFPA students have worked for throughout our entire high school career. I'm a transfer student, so the CFPA program is the reason I went to Woodbridge to begin with," Senior CFPA Theater student Kaitlyn Rhyne said.
"I did dream about it, (receiving her senior medal) to be honest. I dreamed about going up with victorious music on the stage. It was pretty cool in my mind. That didn't quite happen, but I still felt important," Senior CFPA Creative Writing student Katherine Estes said.
"When I received my medal I was really happy, excited and proud of how far I came with the CFPA program. I'm in the visual arts concentration," Senior CFPA Visual Arts student Kim Chavarria said. Her piece 'Jellyfish Balloons' was featured in the refreshments section after senior medals were distributed.
Receiving senior medals was not only emotional for the students, but bittersweet for the teachers handing them out.
"I am so excited to see my seniors complete their final portfolios, write a case study of themselves as writers that reflects on their overall journey in CFPA and perform their work in the showcase for family and friends. However, distributing the medals means saying goodbye as they move on to college. That is difficult; I will miss having them as part of the Creative Writing family in my room every day," Catherine Hailey said.
CFPA includes Dance, Creative Writing, Musical: Instrumental, Music: Vocal, Music Technology, Theater and Visual Arts.
Renee Ordoobadi is a student at Woodbridge Senior High School.
Ellen DeGeneres Appearance Pays Off for Manassas Educator
MANASSAS, Va. – The woman who brought national attention to Weems Elementary School in Manassas by way of the Ellen DeGeneres show received a promotion.
Angela Burnett will head Metz Middle School staring July 1. Currently working at the principal of Weems Elementary, she was handed a check for $50,000 this spring from DeGeneres that will be used to implement a uniform program at the school.
Burnett served as the elementary school's leader since 2007 and was the school's assistant principal from 2004 to 2007. She joined Manassas schools after leaving a position in New York City where she implemented a new math program for students in grades kindergarten through 8th, Manassas schools spokeswoman Almeta Radford stated.
Another Manassas school leader has been promoted, as Kara Mills will become principal of George C. Round Elementary School also staring July 1. She will leave her post as assistant principal at Jennie Dean Elementary where's she's been since 2011.
"Mrs. Mills brings strong school leadership experience to Round, which has prepared her to serve as principal," said Dr. Catherine Magouyrk, Superintendent of Schools in a press release. "She will be a tremendous asset to the Round community."
Prior working Jennie Dean, Mills served as an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) teacher at Osbourn High School in Manassas. She was also the department supervisor for the program where she worked with nine teachers and more than 500 ESOL students at Osbourn.
Mills has worked in Orange County Public Schools as a 4th grade teacher and also has a background in broadcast media, having worked at ABC and CBS news affiliates in Orlando, Fla.
Students Using Lemonade to Fight Cancer
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PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. – PACE East high school students will host their 3rd Annual Alex's Lemonade Stand as part of the National Lemonade Days fundraiser on Friday, June 7, 2013 from 10am-1pm, at the PACE East Campus, 14780 Joplin Rd Manassas.
The students decided to get involved with Alex's Lemonade Stand three years ago when they had extra time at the end of the school year. As they were getting ready to spend summer enjoying time off, they thought ending the year by giving back to the kids' cancer fight would be inspiring.
Working with Alex's Lemonade Stand each year not only raises money for children battling cancer, but also empowers the students with the knowledge that they are an important component to the community. Sometimes students get stuck focusing on their own needs and difficulties, and the Alex's Lemonade Stand helps them to turn attention to their abilities while helping others.
Founded by Alex Scott (1996-2004) in 2004, Lemonade Days is a three day national event that grew out of Alex's front yard lemonade stand, and is held every year over the same June weekend. During Lemonade Days, dedicated volunteers host thousands of Alex's Lemonade Stands across the country, raising over $1 million for childhood cancer research in one weekend.
June 2013 will mark the 10th Annual Lemonade Days with an estimated 10,000 volunteers at over 2,000 Alex's Lemonade Stands around the nation making a difference for children with cancer. Lemonade Days 2013 is set for June 7, 8 and 9! New this year, chefs and moms Melissa d'Arabian and Alex Guarnaschelli will lend their support to the effort by providing kid-friendly recipes and tips to volunteers who sign up to host a lemonade stand during the three day fundraising initiative.
WHAT: PACE East High School 3rd Annual Alex's Lemonade Stand as part of the National Lemonade Days
WHEN: Friday, June 7, 2013
10 am-1pm
WHERE: PACE East Campus
14780 Joplin Rd
Manassas, VA 20112
Robberies Prompt Schools to Enter Safe Mode
Updated 1:10 p.m.
Prince William school officials lifted the secure the building order at Potomac High, Potomac Middle, and Mary Williams Elementary schools.
1 p.m.
A witness told Potomac Local News police with hands on their guns appeared to have surrounded a man nearby a CVS Pharmacy that was robbed just before 1 p.m. We're told Mary Williams Elementary School was on secure the building mode but conditions have returned to normal.
More as we have it.
12:45 p.m.
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. — Williams Elementary, Potomac Middle, and Potomac High schools have been placed in "secure the building" mode due to police activity in the area.
Police said a man walked into a CVS Pharmacy just before 1 p.m. and showed a handgun, demanded medications, and then fled the scene. No one was injured and police are searching for the man. He is described as black, 5 feet 6 inches tall, 140 pounds, with a thin build, with a dark complexion, last seen wearing a white hooded sweatshirt, black shirt, and black pants.
This latest robbery comes it comes after other Prince William County Public Schools in Lake Ridge were also placed on safe mode status due to police activity just before 11 a.m. today.
The lockdown of the schools in Lake Ridge came after a robbery at a shopping center.
A man walked into a Check into Cash store at 12367 Dillingham Square in Lake Ridge before 11 a.m., showed a handgun, and then made off with an undisclosed amount of cash. Police don't know if the suspect fled on foot or in a car, but swarmed the area in search of the man.
They described him as black with a medium complexion, 5 feet 9 inches tall, 150 to 160 pounds, with a thin build, unknown age, robbed a Check into Cash inside Dillingham Square, also known as Festival at Old Bridge, on Old Bridge Road in Lake Ridge.
Police swarmed the area in search of the suspect who was last seen wearing a black sweater with red lines, black hat, khakis colored pants, sunglasses, gloves, and carrying a backpack, partially gray in color, said Prince William police spokesman Jonathan Perok.
Nearby Woodbridge Senior High and Old Bridge Elementary schools were placed in secure the building mode during the police search. All students at these two schools were reported to be safe, stated Prince William schools spokeswoman Irene Cromer.
Prince William's SySTEMic Solutions Expanding to Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun
MANASSAS, Va. – What started out as a robotics program in Prince William County has now spread to Arlington, Fairfax, and Loudoun counties.
SySTEMic Solutions, a public-private partnership that aims to interest elementary, middle, and high school students in fields like science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, celebrated its expansion in Manassas on Wednesday. Officials gathered at Micron Technology Inc. to announce the regional expansion of the program.
"Business and industry are telling us that the jobs of today and tomorrow are in the STEM-H fields," Virginia Secreatary of Education Laura Fornash stated in a press release. "We must ensure that K-12, higher education and business and industry are all working together to prepare our young people for the top jobs of the 21st century. SySTEMic Solutions is a prime example of the successful public-private partnerships we are looking to replicate throughout the Commonwealth."
Students in the SySTEMic program participate in robotics competitions, take field trips to businesses, show STEM professionals, and complete internships to develop industry-specific skills. Its vision is to prepare students for jobs in these fields, which is expected to grow in the Northern Virginia area through 2020.
Virginia's General Assembly awared a $1 million, two-year grant for the program. Officials say that more than $5 million is required to to maintain the program as it expands.
In Prince William County, the program has reached 4,000 students. As it expands into neighboring counties, SySTEMic Solutions aims to reach 40,000 children by 2016.
The company that hosted Wednesday's event to announce the expansion also announced a financial contribution to help keep it going.
"Micron and the Micron Foundation are proud to have been there with SySTEMic Solutions since its inception. This is a win-win for business and education," stated Raj Narasimhan, the site director for Micron Technology in a press release. "Public-private partnerships are essential and building programs like this will enable our goal. In addition to our seed funding and annual support since the inception, for this year we have committed a support of $120,000 for SySTEMic Solutions programs."
Antietam Elementary Hosting First Mustang Stampede
LAKE RIDGE, Va. – The Antietam Elementary PTA is hosting the first annual Mustang Stampede Friday May 31, 2013.
The health fair will be held from 5 – 8 p.m. Come out and visit with participating vendors. Food will be sold during the event.
The Stampede (1 mile fun run) will begin at 6:15 p.m. by the school flag pole. The PTA has offered a running club to its students for the past three years to encourage the love of running and promote a healthy lifestyle.
This year it was decided to end the club with the health fair and stampede. Other elementary schools in Prince William County were invited to participate.
All proceeds from the event will go to fund activities, events and equipment to enrich the educational environment of our students.
Swim Facility, Playing Fields Proposed for NOVA Woodbridge Campus
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By URIAH KISER
WOODBRIDGE, Va. – The Woodbridge campus of Northern Virginia Community College, already expanding with the addition of a new building, wants to grow even larger.
The college, commonly referred to as NOVA, is exploring the possibility of adding a community recreational facility complete with swimming pools, a fitness center, and outdoor playing fields at its campus off Neabsco Mills Road in Woodbridge. Campus Provost Dr. Sam Hill recently met with Prince William Neabsco District Supervisor John Jenkins and County Executive Melissa Peacor to discuss the proposed addition, according to county officials.
Hill did not return a request for comment Thursday.
Before construction on such a facility could begin in Woodbridge, a feasibility study must be completed. That is expected to cost $400,000, sources said.
Currently, no money has been budgeted by Prince William County for the study, and a presentation about the proposed fitness facility has not yet been made to the full Prince William County Board of Supervisors, said spokesman Jason Grant.
More than just Prince William County, the college is expected to also seek project funds from the state and private donors. The center could be marketed as a potential revenue generator, as a place for private sports leagues to come practice and play.
Surveyed in 2008, students at NOVA's Woodbridge said they enjoyed being close to Potomac Mills mall, spoke highly of the campus' lake and surrounding green space. But students also said the campus lacked an activities center that included a basketball court, gym, lounge and food court – amenities found on many four-year institutions.
The newly proposed fitness facility would be similar to the Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center on the George Mason University Campus in Manassas. The 110,000 square-foot facility opened in 1999 as a partnership between the university, Manassas and Prince William County, and offers two pools, a full gym, cardio and strength training exercises, as well as programs for youth and adults. Memberships to the facility range between $25 and $48 per month.
NOVA celebrated in 2011 when it broke ground for Phase III of the Woodbridge campus – a long awaited addition to the campus 25 years in the making. The new 84,000 square foot building will house a new lecture hall, science labs, cafeteria, photography department, and theatre and study rooms. It had a planned completion date of August 2012.
NOVA's Woodbridge campus continues to be one of its busiest. The number of registered students at the campus tops 11,000 and nearly 5,000 of them are enrolled full time. It's the second largest campus by enrollment in the college system, second to its Loudoun campus.
NOVA remains Virginia's largest college by enrollment with 77,000 students at all of its six campus, topping Virginia Commonwealth University – the state's largest four-year institution with 30,000 students — and the University of Virginia's 21,000 students.
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Manassas Schools Honor Best & Brightest
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The rain was brief and musical and all heads turned slightly to the window to identify the source. Long drops patterned the windows of the Center for the Arts Candy Factory's upstairs ballroom and then, satisfied, the 170 guests looked again to the stage, where Manassas Public Schools and Manassas City Public Schools Education Foundation honored their best and brightest this past Saturday, May 11.
Each year, Manassas Public Schools honors their outstanding teachers and administrators, and the Manassas City Public Schools Education Foundation awards scholarships to selected Osbourn High School graduates. This year, both events were combined in one Night of Excellence.
Almeta Radford, Public Relations Specialist for Manassas City Public Schools, presented the teacher and staff awards:
· Teachers of the Year (sponsor: Micron Technology): Krista Kellas, 6th grade teacher, Mayfield Intermediate, and Cathy Nowak, Physical Education teacher at Haydon Elementary School
· Washington Post Agnes Meyer Outstanding Teacher: Jennifer Alexander, Social Studies teacher, Osbourn High School
· Washington Post Distinguished Educational Leadership Award: Angela Burnett, Principal, Weems Elementary School
· Support Employee Excellence Award (sponsor: Minnieland Private Day School): Lorraine Hoyt, Instructional Assistant, Mayfield Intermediate School
· Outstanding First Year Teacher (sponsor: Councilman Ian Lovejoy): Mariclare Masterson, 3rd grade teacher, Jennie Dean Elementary School
· Outstanding Second Year Teacher (sponsor: Dr. Michaelene Meyer): Shannon Morgan, World, US, and Virginia History, Osbourn High School
· Outstanding Third Year Teacher (sponsor: Ken and Lisa LaLonde): Jennifer Santiago, 6th grade ESOL teacher, Mayfield Intermediate School
· Outstanding Mentor of the Year (sponsor: Apple Federal Credit Union): Marriam Ewaida, Literacy Coach, Metz Middle School
· National Board Certification (sponsors: George Mason University; Prince William Office of the Executive: Tri-Ed Tutoring): Deborah Krawczyk, Spanish teacher, Osbourn High School, and Claire Kennedy, French teacher, Osbourn High School
Manassas City Public Schools Education Foundation then recognized eight Osbourn graduates, each of whom received a $2,000 scholarship:
· Delegate Harry J. Parrish Community Services Scholarship: Mary Spitler (will attend the University of Virginia)
· Superintendent's Scholarship: Alexandra Maddox (will attend Longwood University)
· STEM Scholarship (sponsor: Micron Technology): Meghan Perez (will attend Johns Hopkins University)
· STEM Scholarship (sponsor: Micron Technology): Lauren Raffanello (will attend Virginia Tech)
· STEM Scholarship (sponsor: Lockheed Martin): Andrew Rollins (will attend Virginia Tech)
· STEM Scholarship (sponsor: Lockheed Martin): Tyler Bezek (will attend Virginia Tech)
· Fine Arts Scholarship: Maria Davis (will attend DeSales University)
· Vocational / Trade School Scholarship (sponsors: Micron Technology and NOVA SySTEMic Solutions): Justin Clayborn (will attend Northern Virginia Community College)
Additionally, the Manassas City Public Schools Education Foundation thanked its sponsors.
· Vision Supporters:
o Apple Federal Credit Union
o Lockheed Martino Micron Technology
o Minnieland Private Day School
o NOVA SySTEMic Solutions
· Behind-the-Scenes Supporters:
o Carmello's Restaurant
o Center for the Arts o Infinite Printing
o Mayfield Intermediate School
o Raise the Bar Strength & Conditioning
· Stand Strong Friends
· Fine Arts: Connor Albright Fund
Lianne Best, the evening's Master of Ceremonies, read the poem, "Our Greatest Fear," by Marianne Williamson, then closed with, "Thank you to the teachers for shining your light in our community. Thank you to the students for carrying our community's light into the world. Congratulations to you all."
After the awards presentations, all guests enjoyed a reception in the Gallery on the second floor of the Center for the Arts Candy Factory.
Sponsors for the Night of Excellence were:
· Main Event Sponsor: Micron Foundation
· Venue Sponsor: Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory
· Reception Sponsor: Carmello's Restaurant
· High School Sponsor: SySTEMic Solutions
· Middle School Sponsor: Minnieland Private Day School
· Elementary School Sponsors: Connor Albright Fund; Apple Federal Credit Union; Infinite Printing; Virginia Commerce Bank
Halley Elementary School Students Rock Problem Solving
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Halley Elementary School's Advanced Academics teacher, Jennifer Weis, prepares and escorts qualifying teams of students each year to the Future Problem Solvers competition, called the Virginia State Bowl.
This year, three FCPS schools qualified to compete in the State Bowl – Halley ES, Marshall HS, and TJHSST. The Halley teams excelled!
When the scoring for the junior teams was completed, the 5th grade team made up of Rachel Choi, An Lo, Edwin Olvera-Villatoro and Bailey Phillips took 4th place in writing, and 3rd place in their skit. The 6th grade team made up of Lauren Ardrey, Abbie Glaser, Zach Martin and Tyler Phillips took 2nd place in writing, and 1st place in skit! Because the 6th grade team won their division at the State Bowl, they have been invited to the International Bowl in June, at Indiana University. Wow!!!!
As you can imagine, not only is the 6th grade team thrilled, but the entire Halley commmunity is thrilled. Way to go Hornets!
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700 Students Expected at New 'Haymarket Drive' Elementary School in 2014
By URIAH KISER
HAYMARKET, Va. – With the population in western Prince William County steadily on the rise, officials on Tuesday broke ground for the county's 57th elementary school.
Now known as the "Haymarket Drive" elementary school, all that's here now is red clay, and construction equipment that will be used to transform this rural landscape into a bustling campus for children.
"The school division builds buildings, we build shells, we stack brick on brick, but it will be the members of this school community that build the Haymarket Drive elementary school," said Prince William School Board Chairman Milton C. Johns.
The school board will be responsible for naming the building that is scheduled to open in September 2014. When it does, it'll help alleviate overcrowding at nearby Buckland Mills Elementary School in Gainesville, said Schools Superintendent Steven Walts.
Sitting in Prince William's rural Brenstville District, the 24-acre school site is near the Town of Haymarket, in a wooded area of Haymarket Drive – from which the site takes its name. The $19 million building is set to include 45 classrooms, activity rooms, community rooms, media center, computer lab, a baseball field, and two play areas – one with a concrete surface and the other a mulch surface playground.
More than 700 students are expected to call this school, designed by Mosley Architects and to be built by Scheibel Construction, their home when it opens next year.
A second school already under construction in Nokesville will be the first in Prince William to house students in kindergarten through eighth grades. It will also open next year.
"We are still the second-largest School Division in Virginia. We anticipate enrolling over 2,000 additional students next year, bringing our projected enrollment to about 86,000," said Walts, who noted the new Haymarket elementary school's location's close proxminity to the Fauquier County line.
"Each new school we open is a milestone, and demonstrates the commitment that Prince William County Public Schools has to Providing A World-Class Education in the best learning and teaching environment possible," said Prince William Brentsville District School Board member Gill Trenum.
Brentsville Supervisor Wally Covington was also at the ceremony and touted his Board of Supervisors increased support for education after a decision this year to allocate 57.23% of its budget to the county school system in an annual automatic transfer of funds, up from 56.75% in previous years.


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Video: Kendrick Lamar – i
After promoting the new single yesterday by sitting down at Hot 97 with Ebro and Peter Rosenberg, Kendrick Lamar returns to release the official music video for his latest single "i."
See the clip after the jump.
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After promoting the new single yesterday by sitting down at Hot 97 with Ebro and Peter Rosenberg, Kendrick Lamar returns to release the official music video for his latest single "i."
See the clip after the jump.
Kendrick visited Hot 97 this morning to sit down with Ebro and Peter Rosenberg to speak on quite a few topics. Kendrick spoke on his "Control" verse, Macklemore, his latest single "i" being intended for his homies, the next rumored single "King Kunta" and plenty more. It's a 30-minute interview that is well worth watching.
See it below.
After dropping "Parental Advisory" a few weeks ago, Jay Rock is back with another new joint this time alongside TDE partner, Kendrick Lamar. Hear "Pay For It" after the jump and purchase on iTunes now.
While we wait for more music and info on his upcoming album, Kendrick Lamar releases a lyric video for his newest single "i."
See it after the jump.
After releasing his new single "i" a few days ago, Kendrick has been making his radio rounds. After freestyling for Big Boy's Neighborhood, K. Dot paid a visit to the LA Leakers and took it old school with them as he freestyles over a "lunch table" beat.
Take a listen after the jump.
While paying a visit to Power 106 yesterday to promote his new single "i", Kendrick Lamar agreed to kick some rhymes over a few beats until Big Boy took over the mic himself.
See it after the jump.
We have been waiting for some new Kendrick music for too long. Today as promised K Dot drops the first single, "i", from his upcoming highly anticipated sophomore album. With the first solo release since his debut album good Kid, m.A.A.d. City, Kendrick teams up with producer Rahki and raps about the positives in life and loving oneself. Let's cross our fingers that sophomore album drops before the year ends.
Take a listen after the jump.
With the album already out and a music video already shot, Jeezy calls on Compton's own Kendrick Lamar for a remix to the single "Holy Ghost" off Seen It All.
Hear it after the jump.
Compton artist Hitta J3 gets a remix for his single "Do Yo Gudda" and it features fellow Compton heavy hitters Problem, Kendrick Lamar and YG.
Take a listen after the jump.
Mike WiLL finally gives us his new single that features assistance from hip-hop heavyweights Future, Kendrick Lamar and Lil Wayne. The track, "Buy The World", will be features on Mike's upcoming Est. In 1989 Pt.3 project.
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A strong union. Corporations that understand the social contract. Corporations that know a tad smaller profit here contributes to more dignity throughout society. Corporations that recognize the value of unions. The living wage in Vancouver this year is $20.10, almost double the minimum wage. The "precariat" are precarious proletariats. We have too many of them; but fewer in Denmark! Let's follow their lead!
What Danish fast food workers have that their American counterparts do not is a powerful union, and fast food franchise owners who are willing to make a little less of a profit, though they still (Read more…)


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Girl, 11, nabbed in B.C. pipeline protest
2nd trial to get underway in N.S. child porn case
CO praises soldier killed in Petawawa accident
Hacker vows to 'completely rape' Ottawa cop site
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Feds to spend $200 million on improving mental health assistance to soldiers
The government announced Sunday that it will spend $200 million on improving mental health assistance to members of Canada's military and its veterans.
Ottawa to spend $200 million on mental health for military
The Stephen Harper government is expected to announce Sunday that it will spend $200 million on improving mental health assistance to members of Canada's military and its veterans, the Toronto Sun has learned.
Security forum discusses freedom-terrorism surveillance balance
The world's leading military minds gathered in Halifax to talk about terrorism, freedom and technology this weekend, while a terrorist organization taunted them all online.
Soldier dies while training at CFB Petawawa
A Canadian soldier died while on duty at Canadian Forces Base Petawawa, Ont.
Anonymous pledges more attacks in Canada
The Anonymous hacker group that took credit for Friday's cyber attack on Ottawa City Hall has pledged eight more targets in Canada, including Ottawa Police and the Supreme Court.
Tiny baby born premature goes home after seven months in hospital
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St. Kitts travellers to require visa to get into Canada over security concerns
The Canadian government has imposed visa requirements on citizens of the Caribbean island of St. Kitts-Nevis due to national security concerns, QMI Agency has learned.
Hacking for nude pics on the rise, say experts
Hacking into computers for nude photos and threatening to expose victims online is among a growing type of crime, say cyber experts and police.
City of Ottawa website hacked
The city of Ottawa website -- ottawa.ca -- was hacked just after 6 p.m. Friday.
How this paralyzed dog was rescued by a Canadian model
A paraplegic dog found dragging its hind legs on a beach in Thailand now has a doggie wheelchair and a foster home in Sarnia, Ont., thanks to the help of a Canadian model.


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This month, the Cookbook Club theme is "Heart-Healthy." Fight heart disease by discovering some great recipes for a healthy heart. A heart healthy diet puts fruits and veggies on the top of the grocery list and focuses on low sodium meals. Find your favorite heart healthy recipe and come share it with the group!
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