Warren Street Unveils New Adirondack Mural

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On Wednesday, February 28, Warren Street Elementary School hosted a ceremony to unveil its new Adirondack Ecosystem Mural, a hand-painted delight to the eyes and imagination by Warren Street 1:1 aide and artist Christine Van Valkenburg. The ceremony, complete with “bug” juice and s’mores to compliment the Adirondack theme, saw a large crowd of enthused guests, including District Superintendent Whelan, Assistant Superintendent Sullivan, Warren Street and district administration and faculty, students and community members. (Read more)

District Wide "Safe and Secure Personal Safety Program" Underway
Presentations Began On Feb 5 and 6 At Elementary Schools
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The Johnstown School District administrators have been working together in taking a proactive approach to ensure the safety and welfare of all district students, in light of the recently reported incidents with strangers in Johnstown. Arranging the “Safe and Secure Personal Safety Program” is one way in which the District is providing safety information for students and parents.

Self-defense instructors Lt. Mark Gifford of the Johnstown Police Department and Michael Campos of Executive Defense Systems presented the “Safe and Secure Personal Safety Program” to elementary students in the district on Feb 5 and 6. The presentations took place during the school day and included information on safety at home and outside of the home. Students learned general rules of safety for both children and adults. In addition, they were given strategies on how to avoid dangerous situations and what to do if they are ever in an unsafe situation.

The elementary presentations took place as an assembly for grade 3-6 students in each building. Students in grades K-2 will continue to receive safety information through the police officer that presents the DARE program in the elementary buildings. Presentations for students in grades 7 and 8 will take place during physical education classes, and the high school session is being planned for a later date. For further information on the program, or if you have any questions, contact your building principal or the Superintendent’s Office.

Pleasant Avenue Raises Money and Does Doggone Good
School Reaches Goal and Then Some For "Canines For Combat Vets"
Over the past several months, Pleasant Avenue Elementary School students, staff and parents—along with the help of Kathy and Kellie’s La Barkery and community members—raised over $600 for “Canines For Combat Veterans,” a program that supplies “service” dogs to veterans who have experienced debilitating leg injuries while serving in a branch of the armed forces.

On Wednesday, February 28, the culmination of their efforts were celebrated as the school welcomed Executive Director of Canines for Disabled Kids, Kristin Law, and her service dog, “Laddy,” for a special check presentation ceremony. (Read more)