EWSD School Board Meeting

Essex High School, 2 Educational Dr, Essex Junction, VT 05452, USA

National Student Leadership Week

Student leaders make significant contributions to the climate and culture of their schools and communities. Student Leadership Week is an annual theme-based week dedicated to recognizing and supporting the vital role of student leaders. Sponsored by National Honor Socie......More

Student leaders make significant contributions to the climate and culture of their schools and communities. Student Leadership Week is an annual theme-based week dedicated to recognizing and supporting the vital role of student leaders. Sponsored by National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, and National Student Council, this week's origin stems from a U.S. Presidential proclamation in 1972. As part of the week, chapters and councils are encouraged to plan a special project to show how their work and ingenuity positively impacts the school and community. Suggested Activities to Recognize Student Leaders

Spring Break (No School)

Passover

Passover is recognized based on the Biblical story of Exodus, in which God freed the Israelites from slavery. The holiday has its name because, it was believed that the first born child of the fleeing Israelites was "passed over" and spared from death. The main event of......More

Passover is recognized based on the Biblical story of Exodus, in which God freed the Israelites from slavery. The holiday has its name because, it was believed that the first born child of the fleeing Israelites was "passed over" and spared from death. The main event of the holiday is the seder (meaning "order"), a meal in which the book of exodus and related writings is recited. Games for the Passover Seder with Kids

Earth Day

Earth Day marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970. Senator Gaylord Nelson, the junior senator from Wisconsin, wanted to infuse the energy of student anti-war protests of 1969 with an emerging public consciousness about air and wat......More

Earth Day marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970. Senator Gaylord Nelson, the junior senator from Wisconsin, wanted to infuse the energy of student anti-war protests of 1969 with an emerging public consciousness about air and water pollution. He announced the idea for a teach-in on college campuses to the national media, and persuaded Pete McCloskey, a conservation-minded Republican Congressman, to serve as his co-chair. Senator Nelson and Mr. McCloskey recruited Denis Hayes, a young activist, to organize the campus teach-ins and they choose April 22, a weekday falling between Spring Break and Final Exams, to maximize the greatest student participation. Earth Day was formed! The Earth Day 2022 Theme is Invest In Our Planet.  52 Ways to Invest in Our Planet

Administrative Professionals Day

This annual day of recognition provides an opportunity to celebrate the work of all administrative support professionals. The job title ‘administrative professional’ is an umbrella term for close to a hundred job that fall under the category. Administration includes a w......More

This annual day of recognition provides an opportunity to celebrate the work of all administrative support professionals. The job title ‘administrative professional’ is an umbrella term for close to a hundred job that fall under the category. Administration includes a wide variety of duties including office management, answering the phone, clerical work, speaking with clients, data entry, and record maintenance. Administrative Professionals Day: What To Do, What To Say, and Why It Matters

EWSD School Board Meeting

Essex High School, 2 Educational Dr, Essex Junction, VT 05452, USA

Speech and Hearing Awareness Month

Speech and Hearing Awareness Month exists to raise awareness about communication disorders and to encourage people to get regular hearing checks. The World Health Organization's World Health Report indicates that over 50% of people aged 12–35 years listen to music via p......More

Speech and Hearing Awareness Month exists to raise awareness about communication disorders and to encourage people to get regular hearing checks. The World Health Organization's World Health Report indicates that over 50% of people aged 12–35 years listen to music via personal audio devices at volumes that pose a risk to their hearing. There is no treatment to restore normal hearing (after loss), but you can prevent hearing loss from loud sounds. Tips for Teaching Kids about Noise-Induced Hearing Loss - Information for Science & Health Teachers, Music Teachers, School Nurses, Etc. (National Institutes of Health)

Asian-Pacific Islander American Heritage Month (APAHM)/South Asian Heritage Month

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is celebrated to commemorate the arrival in May 1843 of the first Japanese immigrants to the United States. Learn more about the important roles and persistent discrimination faced by Asian-Pacific Islander Americans on ......More

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is celebrated to commemorate the arrival in May 1843 of the first Japanese immigrants to the United States. Learn more about the important roles and persistent discrimination faced by Asian-Pacific Islander Americans on this site that includes stories and videos from 1942 to present time.  K-12 Lessons and Information about AAPI Heritage

Jewish-American Heritage Month

President George W. Bush proclaimed May as Jewish-American Heritage Month in 2006. Jewish people first arrived in America in in 1654 in New Amsterdam. Jewish people played a key role in advocating for other minorities and their rights throughout American history. They p......More

President George W. Bush proclaimed May as Jewish-American Heritage Month in 2006. Jewish people first arrived in America in in 1654 in New Amsterdam. Jewish people played a key role in advocating for other minorities and their rights throughout American history. They participated in the Civil Rights Movement, making up a large portion of white Americans who showed up at voter registrations, rallies, sit-ins, etc. Albert Einstein and Ruth Bader Ginsburg are some of the most prominent Jewish American figures. Jewish American Heritage Month Resources for Educators

Haitian Heritage Month

This month-long celebration is an extension of Haitian Flag Day, which is a patriotic celebration in Haiti and the Diaspora. The purpose of the month is to "(1) raise awareness and understand......More

This month-long celebration is an extension of Haitian Flag Day, which is a patriotic celebration in Haiti and the Diaspora. The purpose of the month is to "(1) raise awareness and understanding about Haitian culture and traditions; (2) strengthen the self-esteem and ethnic pride of Haitian and Haitian-American youth; and (3) celebrate Haitian achievements across the globe" (Haitian Mental Health Network). An Overview of Haitian Culture

Mental Health Awareness Month

Since 1949, Mental Health Awareness month has been recognized by the Mental Health America organization, which was founded by Clifford Whittingham Beers. Beers was one of five children in his family who all suffered from mental illness and psychological distress. He wro......More

Since 1949, Mental Health Awareness month has been recognized by the Mental Health America organization, which was founded by Clifford Whittingham Beers. Beers was one of five children in his family who all suffered from mental illness and psychological distress. He wrote the book, “A Mind That Found Itself”, which is a bestseller even today. Beers believed that mental health patients should not only received care that is right for them but also that they should not feel alone in their fight against mental diseases. How to Teach Students About Mental Health

National Physical Fitness Month

Started by the President's Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition in 1983, this advocacy month is aimed at encouraging Americans to adopt healthy lifestyles. Move Your Way: Videos for ......More

Started by the President's Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition in 1983, this advocacy month is aimed at encouraging Americans to adopt healthy lifestyles. Move Your Way: Videos for Teens

National Teen Self-Esteem Month

"Sponsored by I Am Worth More, a nonprofit that connects teens to resources and helps them increase their positive entertainment intake, National Teen Self-Esteem Month unites teens, parents, and teachers all around the country. We come together to focus on the importan......More

"Sponsored by I Am Worth More, a nonprofit that connects teens to resources and helps them increase their positive entertainment intake, National Teen Self-Esteem Month unites teens, parents, and teachers all around the country. We come together to focus on the importance of supporting teens—helping them voice their needs, share their perspectives, and build a healthy outlook of themselves" (https://nationaltoday.com/national-teen-self-esteem-month/). Lessons on Self-Confidence from a Teenager (TEDx Talk)

School Lunch Hero Day

School Lunch Hero Day is a national celebration for students, teachers, families, etc. to express gratitude for all of the hard work being done in our school cafeterias!  Graphic Novel Author,......More

School Lunch Hero Day is a national celebration for students, teachers, families, etc. to express gratitude for all of the hard work being done in our school cafeterias!  Graphic Novel Author, Jarrett J. Krosoczka: Why Lunch Ladies are Heroes (TEDTalk)

Star Wars Day

"May the Force be with you." Fans of the "Star Wars" franchise have decided that the fact that 'May fourth' sounds similar to 'May the force' is reason enough to celebrate - making May 4th Star Wars Day! The play on Obi-Wan Kenobi’s memorable line ("May the Force be wit......More

"May the Force be with you." Fans of the "Star Wars" franchise have decided that the fact that 'May fourth' sounds similar to 'May the force' is reason enough to celebrate - making May 4th Star Wars Day! The play on Obi-Wan Kenobi’s memorable line ("May the Force be with you") in A New Hope has become one of the most famous Star Wars quotes of all time. Star Wars Facts that People Tend to get Wrong

Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo, also known as the Battle of Puebla Day, celebrates the date of the Mexican army’s May 5, 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. The win in the battle on May 5 represented a great symbolic victory for the Mexican go......More

Cinco de Mayo, also known as the Battle of Puebla Day, celebrates the date of the Mexican army’s May 5, 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. The win in the battle on May 5 represented a great symbolic victory for the Mexican government and bolstered the resistance movement. In parts of Mexico, Cinco de Mayo is recognized with military parades, battle reenactments and other festivities. Some of the largest celebrations in the United States take place in Houston, Los Angeles and Chicago, where traditional Mexican foods are served and parades and parties take place. 7 Lesser Known Historical Facts about Cinco de Mayo

Yom Hashoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day)

First named in 1951 by the Israeli parliament, Yom HaShoah is a Holocaust Remembrance Day intended for reflection on the afflictions faced by the Jewish people. Of the approximately 11 million people who died at the hands of Hitler and his followers, 6 million were Jews......More

First named in 1951 by the Israeli parliament, Yom HaShoah is a Holocaust Remembrance Day intended for reflection on the afflictions faced by the Jewish people. Of the approximately 11 million people who died at the hands of Hitler and his followers, 6 million were Jews. "No matter how people honor the day, either through lighting David’s candle or solemnly standing during the sirens, one thing always remains, and that is recognizing bravery in the face of racism" (https://nationaltoday.com/yom-hashoah/). United States Holocaust Memorial Museum - Resources for Educators

Children's Book Week

2024 marks the 105th anniversary of Children’s Book Week; the theme for this year’s celebration is No Rules. Just Read. Over 2,300 schools, libraries, and bookstores across the United States will celebrate Children’s Book Week. ......More

2024 marks the 105th anniversary of Children’s Book Week; the theme for this year’s celebration is No Rules. Just Read. Over 2,300 schools, libraries, and bookstores across the United States will celebrate Children’s Book Week. Resources and More from Every Child a Reader