Berkshire Raises Over $900.00 For United Way
On Friday, April 11, 2014, Berkshire High School brought back its tradition of holding a dodgeball game before leaving for spring break. This year, all of the proceeds went to United Way. Kelly Briggs, Megan Arnold and Klarissa Lipstreu, the Berkshire representatives for United Way, organized the tournament that brought in over $900.00 for United Way. Our Teacher Team ended up winning the tournament! Thanks to all who participated and supported the event.
S.T.E.M. Club at Burton Elementary
The 6th grade students at Burton Elementary now have a club after school where they can participate in hands-on activities using skills from all the S.T.E.M. topics (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). The club began in February, and meets every other week to engage in different projects each week. The students are also involved in a long-term project to build a model home complete with electrical wiring for lighting and also passive solar heating. The homes are currently under construction, and our next meeting will complete the outside structures and begin the roof construction and assembly.
This project has the students assisting with pre-drilling and nailing studs together in a frame. 6 teams of students must work together to get the job done. After the passive solar heating systems are in place, they will do the wiring, connect lighting, and work on the interior floor plans to complete their models! There have been several wonderful adults who have graciously donated their time to assist with our long term project to build and run drills. Mr. Brent Gardner co-leads this club with Amy Hochschild. Mr. Brigham, Mr. and Mrs. O’Conner, Mr. Ford, Mr. Galdun, Mr. Zurbach, and Mr. Myers are also supporting efforts of the club.
Klarissa Lipstreu Chosen for Hiram College Entrepreneur Program
Congratulations to junior Klarissa Lipstreu who was selected by the Geauga Growth Partnership to participate in the Hiram College Entrepreneurship Academy, Learning to Launch, June 22 – 25, 2014. Klarissa and one other Geauga County student were chosen from the applicants for the GGP Summer Intern Program based on their explanation of why they should be selected for the program. Both students will be able to attend the four day resident program and spend time developing the skills needed to conceive new ideas and business concepts and applying the skills they learn. They will participate in team competitions that will help further enhance their creativity, innovation, analysis, and leadership talents.
Klarissa Lipstreu, has aspirations for a creative enterprise, will enjoy the collaborative and interactive experience that she’ll gain to take a passion from concept to creation.“We are thrilled to be able to offer the Hiram College opportunity to students who have aspirations of entrepreneurship,” states Geauga Growth President Tracy Jemison.
This is another way in which Geauga Growth Partnership encourages and supports the further education of our students by sponsoring and participating in several educational programs throughout the year.
Berkshire Inducts Spanish National Honor Society Members
On Wednesday, April 23, Berkshire High School held its Spanish National Honor Society Inductions.
Kneeling, Row 2: Alex Berman, Carolyn Mayer, Sam Cannella, Megan Thomas, Danielle Young, Amy Lasco, Cassie Cameron, Mac Cossick, Gwen Lossaso, Lindsey Burnett, Grace Anderson, Abby McDermott
Sitting, Row 3: Alexis Johnson, Rachel Rich, Margaret Topalion, Sam Anderson, Sam Fisher, Nate Millet, Alyssa Maier, Lisa Marcy, Katie Paul
Standing, Row 4: Maddie Barber, Sam Cook, Josiah Sawyer, Adam Thompson, Christian Price, David Cheung, Steve Sitko, Kieran Wichert, Ben Bresnahan, Zak Martinjako, Jarett Smetana, Brad Lockhart, Grace Noce
Back Row: Emma Yokules, Max Gilliland, Ronnie Simpson, Nick Millet, David Pelletier, Bobby Blair, RJ Maxwell, Vince Noce, Ben Wiley, Peyton Neumore, Megan Arnold
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