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Dear GSU Alumni Family and Friends:
I was waiting to send a message to you until official press releases/statements were issued by the University and Grambling University National Alumni office. However, in light of recent events and the national media attention, I only feel it is right that I reach out to inform our local membership on the issues at hand. Many of you are aware of the football team's boycott of practice last week and this past weekend's Jackson State game. As a result, we gained widespread media attention and the university forfeited Saturday's game.
There are many underlying issues that this situation should bring to light; many issues reaching farther than athletics…issues that affect the university as a whole. Issues, we as alums have been fighting for in the background, with limited numbers/support. Our most recent chapter meeting (October 12th) focused on the state of the university. The concerns and recommendations gathered in that meeting are being provided to the national alumni board for follow-up and relate to such issues as campus upkeep, academics, and customer service. The chapter made a commitment to ensure we are personally addressing issues at Grambling going forward. We want to ensure we are providing alumni support to the students and university personnel to get issues resolved.
A major issue that should be highlighted by the recent media attention is Grambling has been in a state of financial emergency for a while now. Between 2008 and June of 2013, the State of Louisiana and University of Louisiana System, in which we are governed, cut the university's budget almost 60%, by approximately $17 million. Think about how you would function with JUST 40% of your household income. Some improvements might have been made budget-wise in the latest portion of this year, but GRAMBLING is STILL STRUGGLING! Regardless of how you might feel about the university's administration (positive or negative), past history regarding finances (our most recent audit was clean), student pride (or lack thereof); we as alumni and friends of Grambling must step-up now to support our beloved institution. There is strength in NUMBERS.
I know students have many options on where to go to school these days, but do you remember there was a time when your parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncles had no other option? Grambling, like many HBCU's, ensured our people were educated and had an opportunity for a future when no one else did. I chose to go to Grambling State University over many other universities because of the rich history, heritage, and family-like environment. Grambling prepared many of us for success in life as we gained lifelong friends and mentors. Grambling can still be looked at as the first choice for the future generation and "The Place Where Everybody is Somebody" if we as alums show strong support for our university.
Despite any negative information you are hearing/reading, there are three things that can be done in the near future to ensure a positive message and alumni voice is heard and felt on Grambling campus, in the state of Louisiana, and around the globe.
Our chapter has positive meetings with everyone able to input ideas/solutions. The next chapter meeting is on Saturday, November 9, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. – Judson Robinson Jr. Community Center (2020 Hermann Dr. Houston, TX). Come out and let your voice be heard.
Thank you in advance for your support of Grambling State University!
In Tiger Spirit,
Felicia M. Henry
Felicia M. Henry, President
DLW Chapter – GUNAA, Inc.
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What a good way to start a season, not to mention a marriage.
Along with sister Kim, Khloé Kardashiancame out to support her new hubby, Lamar Odom, as the Los Angeles Lakers won their home opener against the Clippers, 99-92.
The team also received their NBA championship rings for last season, which also got things off to a good start for the Lakers.
Obviously superstar Lamar's got game off the court with Khloé, but we wanted to know whether he was nervous about having the wife watching him at work?
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"I've been playing for thousands of people all my life," Lamar told me at his Rich Soil clothing line launch last week. "The beautiful thing about basketball is it's an intimate game, so you feed off the energy. You feed off the crowd all the time."
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Hot off the release of the Kia Soul Samba, Kia's UK Division is moving ahead with plans of releasing another limited edition Soul in November. Called the 'Tempest' the special edition Soul is the next-in-line to be released as part of Kia's Original Collection.
The car, which will be sold for £12,845, comes with a 1.6-liter engine in either gas or diesel variants. Its Titanium Silver finish goes well with the black high-gloss bumper inserts, giving it a sleek and aggressive look. The black 18-inch alloy wheels also compliments the overall burnished effect of the Soul Tempest.
For a vehicle that comes with a pretty affordable price tag, the Tempest's interior has also been upgraded to the brim. It has a black seat trim with metallic centre fascia that goes well with the overall theme of the car. The Tempest also has a reverse camera system with electrochromatic rear-view mirror and a fully-prepped sound system that has a dash-top speaker, an external amplifier, and a rear sub-woofer.
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Written by Marie A. McDonald and Paul R. Weissich
Lei are the very expression of traditional Hawaiian culture and were once an essential part of community and family life. They were fashioned as solemn offerings to powerful gods, as gifts to honor an important person or loved one, as tokens to mark a momentous occasion or event, and as adornments for dancers, who adhered to strict rules when selecting flowers and plants for hula. Following in the footsteps of Samuel Kamakau, Abraham Fornander, and others, the authors have collected here a wealth of written and oral information to reveal the significance of making and wearing lei and their role in Hawaiian ritual and dance.
This volume covers eighty-eight flowers and plants (and another dozen color variations) used in traditional lei construction. They are arranged according to their Hawaiian names and accompanied by botanical information and descriptions gleaned from legends and chants that illustrate the cultural uses and special meanings of lei prior to Western contact. Many are introduced by poems written especially for this work by master kumu hula, linguist, and ethnologist Pualani Kanaka'ole Kanahele.
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Mobile payment technology is supposed to be the wave of the future, but so far smartphone payments haven't gained much traction. PayPal and Google have both made starts with mobile wallet solutions, though neither has seen widespread adoption. Now, as Apple may be getting into the game, the iOS solution just might kickstart the entire mobile payment industry.
Apple and the mobile wallet
According to a new report from The Information, smartwatches and iPhones with larger screens aren't the only projects in Apple's pipeline. The tech giant – with more than 40 percent market share of mobile phones in the U.S. – is reported to be in talks with payment industry companies to develop a mobile wallet solution that may be ready in time for the 2014 holiday season.
The report states that the integrated solution would allow iPhone owners to pay for purchases in stores using just their phones, and would involve a "so-called secure element" that's projected to refer to the iPhone 5S Secure Enclave, which stores and protects Touch ID fingerprint data from access outside the phone, reverse engineering, and transmittal over the Internet.
Deal with Visa reported in place
The Information's report says that Apple has already reached a deal with major credit card processor Visa for its mobile wallet solution. With more than three-quarters of a billion iTunes and App Store customer accounts — most with stored credit card numbers — Apple is uniquely positioned to make such a deal work.
But a direct partnership between Apple and Visa is not likely to be an exclusive arrangement. This powerhouse combination could serve as the first step for encouraging massive numbers of retailers to accept Apple payments, which in turn would interest other major smartphone brands like Samsung, LG, and Sony in exploring integrated mobile wallet solutions to meet market demand.
Apple and the ripple effect
When it comes to mobile technology, Apple has been a pioneer across every segment. The iPod, iPhone, and iPad each introduced groundbreaking features and technologies that other companies were quick to follow. If Apple enters the mobile wallet arena, this ripple effect is likely to bring the competition along for the ride.
The credit processing industry may experience a similar effect. Typically, Visa, MasterCard, and American Express work to capitalize on new fields the competition is entering — so if the Visa-Apple partnership succeeds, other major credit card companies will follow their lead.
Mobile payments have been projected for years, but the technology has not quite realized its potential. Apple's entry into this new frontier could provide the push other companies need to make the mobile wallet a reality for the majority of smartphone owners.
If you are looking for candidates who are at the top of their technical fields, or are looking for a career in one of the most innovative companies in the nation, contact the recruiting experts at The Armada Group today!
Technology is irresistible to humans. We can't help pressing buttons, flipping switches, or rearranging those tangled cords — and if we're at work with no clue what we're doing, it's only a matter of time until disaster strikes and IT swears revenge while they spend hours fixing what took us seconds to break.
At InfoWorld's Off the Record blog, IT professionals share anonymous stories of tinkerers, button-pushers, and clueless people who "know what they're doing" — when it comes to bringing the office workflow to a crashing halt. Here are five of those stories illustrating why sometimes, your employees should really resist the temptation to fix things that aren't broken.
Network admin disconnects the employees — all of them
A senior network administrator was showing off two relatively new servers in a data center to managers, boasting about uptime with claims that there was no need for an uninterruptible power supply. The admin touched the dedicated circuit breaker for the first server to prove the point — which promptly kicked 500 users off their server connection.
Apparently not satisfied with cutting office productivity in half, the admin then touched the second server's circuit breaker and severed the connection for the remaining employees. Management decided to increase their investment in server infrastructure.
Operator powers down
A data center operator committed to easing workflows and expediting tasks noticed a loose ring on a piece of glass, and proceeded to improve efficiency by moving it. But the glass happened to be covering an emergency power-off button, which the operator managed to press — causing a blackout and a systems shutdown. The company experienced no long-term damage, but the operator decided to stick to a broader scale for improving efficiency, and leave the little details alone.
Newbie pushes the embarrassment button
A junior tech on a mission to turn off a non-critical server headed to the server room, located the machine, and pushed the button — only to instantly realize it was the wrong server, one housing files that were currently in use by more than 600 employees. Letting go of the button would wreak havoc, but there was no one around and his phone wasn't getting service.
With a landline phone just 10 feet away, but out of his reach unless he released the critical button, the tech heroically took off his pants and used them to pull the phone over. Help soon arrived in the form of several eyewitnesses, who received the best office story ever in exchange for saving the day.
Paperclip panics the boss
It was a classic computer room — three mainframes with several attached tape drives, four printers (three line, one high-speed laser), dishwasher-sized disc packs, and a huge Halon fire suppression system to protect the investment. As the boss and the operators disagreed on handling shutdowns in case of fire, they met in the computer room for a test run that the boss insisted should include the main operators staying behind to take care of the mainframes.
Just before the test, a stray paperclip dropped into a control box, creating a short circuit that triggered the Halon. But the drill went as planned when the boss was the first one to speed out of the room.
VPs make executive decisions
Admins get a little worried when execs start poking around servers — with good cause, as this story proves. One day, in the middle of a difficult data center consolidation between two tech departments, employees suddenly found they couldn't get email or connect to certain remote sites. IT traced the issue to server failures, which seemed to have happened all at once.
Amazing coincidence? Not exactly — a couple of VPs visiting the acquired company had ruled the critical servers "unused" with no impact on production systems, and had turned them off.
IT turns on itself
Non-tech professionals aren't the only ones who make critical mistakes. A large, busy data center tasked an IT pro with deciding which servers were unnecessary and decommissioning them. The tech, perhaps having an off day, chose a critical management server to unplug and bring back to his desk, where he reformatted the hard drive. A flood of issues ensued with the loss of the database, extending to backups and firewalls. The tech was promptly transferred to a less disaster-making department.
While these stories are humorous, they all have a common theme – sometimes your employees need to be hands off. If you need assistance managing employees or finding better adept tech talent, contact the recruiting experts at The Armada Group today.
The job description looks great. You research the company, and the culture seems like you'll fit right in. You send in your resume, nail the interview, and accept the job offer — only to find that the job itself is nothing like you thought, and you hate it. But you can't leave now, or you'll be branded as a job-hopper.
This scenario is all too common, but it can be prevented. Here's how you can dig deeper and find out the truth about a company's culture and actual working environment before you say "yes" to that tempting IT job offer.
Ask questions — and listen to the answers
During an interview, most job candidates are so focused on answering the questions in a coherent and hopefully impressive way that they fail to ask enough questions of their own. Employment experts consistently recommend that you have at least one inquiry prepared for what's usually the final interview question, some form of "Do you have any questions for me?" But you should be ready to ask more than just one.
Ask the interviewer scenario-based questions about the company's culture and available career paths. Find out how the IT department interacts with other departments in the company. Ask about top performers in the organization, what it takes to be considered a top performer, and what kinds of qualities are rewarded.
In addition to asking lots of questions, really listen to the answers. Trust your instincts on whether the answers sound genuine, if the interview offers natural-sounding stories to back up their claims, and whether the responses align with what you want or expect from the position.
Learn what you can from current and former employees
There are few better sources to learn about company culture than the people who work there, or have worked there in the past. Use LinkedIn or other online resources to check out the company pages, and particularly the profiles of current employees. Look for indications of a clear career path, frequent promotions, and other signs of career satisfaction. This type of research can also help you prepare the right questions to ask an interviewer.
In addition to research, try to connect with the company's employees. Talk with current employees and ask for an honest assessment of the good, the bad, and the ugly. Ask questions that are related to what's important to you in a new job.
With former employees, you can learn more about company culture by asking why they left, and if they would ever consider going back. Just keep in mind that organizations change, and an issue that drove an employee away may no longer exist at that company.
Read company reviews and engage them on social media
In the age of transparent and abundantly available information, job seekers can find plenty of resources to help them learn more about the companies that interest them. Career websites like Glassdoor and Indeed offer company reviews, usually written by current or former employees, that can help you make your decision. However, remember to take these reviews with a grain of salt — the anonymous nature of online reviews allows for shills and disgruntled people alike to express biased views.
Another way to get a good picture of a company's culture is to follow them on social media, and pay attention to how they respond. Many companies share information about their culture through social networks, and those who don't can give you insight by looking at the way they treat customers and job candidates online.
Accepting a new job is a big decision, and one you shouldn't take lightly. Make sure you're diligent in learning the true nature of a company's culture before you say yes to that seemingly great job offer, and you can avoid the high cost of accepting a job you hate. If you need more assistance in your job search, contact the career experts at The Armada Group today!
As technology continues to take over the world, there is a continuing and massive demand for skilled software developers. Employers are seeking software engineers who are talented with both core technologies and emerging IT areas, as innovation leads to better mobile devices, wearable tech, and even robotics.
While there is demand in nearly every area, some skill sets are particularly sought after in software developers. Here's what employers are looking for now to keep up with the ever-changing landscape of technology.
The top 5 foundational skills
The hot new thing is always in demand, but some developer skill sets simply don't go out of style. Recent research from IT career service Dice.com states that the five highest-searched skill terms for software developer candidates are:
The search terms that round out the top 10 on Dice.com's list include "senior," HTML, "web," C, and Linux. These skills are essential must-haves for businesses across every industry, and demand for them won't drop any time soon.
The hottest emerging software skills
In addition to core skill sets, employers are looking for software developers with up-and-coming talent. Current and near-future technology development in fields like the Internet of Things and wearable tech is driving demand for fresh new skills that are still "in beta," so to speak, compared to core skills.
Some of the most sought-after emerging IT skills include:
Software developers with mastery of traditional platforms, who've incorporated one or more of the hottest emerging skill sets, can likely expect their pick of careers as employers compete for top talent. In addition, the modern business environment prefers software engineers who also have a great business sense and strong soft skills.
For help finding candidates who posess these skills and more, contact the recruiting experts at The Armada Group today. We understand the skills candidates need to have to succeed in today's IT environment, and maintain a vast network of talented candidates who can fulfill all the requirements of your business.
A job search can be a long and frustrating process. Of course, your ultimate goal is to end up with a great career, in an exciting place to work, with a fantastic salary. You might take a good job, in a nice place to work, with a decent salary. You definitely don't want a crappy job, in a bad place to work, with a pathetic salary — but if you've been looking long enough, you may be tempted to settle for less than you need.
Taking the first job you're offered might be the wrong choice. And if you happen to get more than one job offer, you'll have to decide which to accept, and you'll be left having to turn one down. Here are some tips to help you recognize when you should say no to a job offer — and how to politely turn down a job that's just not right for you.
Salary: When enough isn't enough
While there are many different reasons people might want a certain job, from a great benefits package to a nap room for employees, "making a lot of money" still tops the list for many. The salary is an important consideration for any job offer. Yours should be commensurate with your experience and the position you're being hired for — if the company is offering significantly less than your last job with no subsequent perks or benefits to make up for it, or significantly lower than the average salary for that position, you should probably say no.
In addition to the salary itself, be sure to consider the job responsibilities. You might find that you'll be making the same amount, but you'll have a lot more responsibility and will therefore work much harder — without a raise to show for your efforts. Under these circumstances, it may not be the right job.
Responsibilities: When your get-up won't go
Motivation is essential to long-term career satisfaction. Your initial reading of a position's responsibilities should motivate you to perform, and the interview should reinforce that motivation on both your part and that of the employer.
If the actual responsibilities don't seem clear during the interview, be sure to ask questions that clarify exactly what the job will involve. You don't want to end up doing a job that you're not qualified for — or conversely, one that will present little to no challenge and result in career stagnation. If there doesn't seem to be ample on-the-job motivation or room to grow, it's likely a position you'll want to decline.
Culture: When you're a square peg
Finding out about an organization's culture before you accept a job offer is a must. A toxic environment is a definite don't, but you also don't want to work in a culture that is radically different or oppositional to your own working style — such as excessive formalism for creative positions, or a laid-back atmosphere that borders on indifference in a highly competitive industry.
Pay attention to cultural cues during your job interviews, so you can tell whether you'd be a good fit for this particular company. Asking questions such as why the person who held the position before you left, or how employees are rewarded for innovation or extra effort, can elicit telling responses that will help you decide how comfortable you'd be in the environment.
How to say "thanks, but no thanks" politely
If you find yourself with a job offer you have to refuse, it's best to turn it down gently and graciously, no matter how strongly you feel about the offer. Here's how:
In the long run, holding out for the right job — and being able to say no to the wrong one — is the best thing you can do for your career. Consider your options carefully before you accept an offer, and don't be afraid to turn down a position that could put you back on the job search path a lot sooner than you'd planned. Partner with The Armada Group during your job search, to find out how our team of staffing experts can find positions you'll want to say "Yes!" to.
There is no doubt that the standard interview has weaknesses. The interview as a hiring tool is not going away any time soon — but recruiters and hiring managers need a way to strengthen this process in order to make better decisions and find the right candidates for the job.
While your interview format should still retain some standard questions, you can uncover the best candidates by adding nontraditional questions into the mix. Here are five unexpected interview questions that will help you refine your hiring process and select great candidates for your open positions.
1. What is your definition of success?
This question is similar to the standard "what are your career goals" line, but it places a slightly different emphasis on a candidate's aspirations. By asking interviewees to give their own definition of success – without tying it specifically to the position they're interviewing for – you'll know not only what their goals are in terms of working for your company, but also whether they're looking for a long-term career or just a paycheck. You can also gain insight into whether the position is a good fit for them.
2. What are the first three things you do when you arrive at work?
This nontraditional question gives you a look at the candidate's work style, level of organization, and work ethic. Everyone has a different method of dealing with their work day, but the answer to this question should indicate that the candidate handles tasks in a timely and efficient manner. In addition, you'll discover more about their relevant skills and knowledge through their response.
3. What types of people bother you?
Regardless of the position, the ability to work within a team is important for any candidate. Asking this question gives you insight into a candidate's cultural fit, so you can gauge how well they'll get along with your existing team. Honesty in divulging a few pet peeves is fine as a response, but if a candidate either states that they get along with everyone, or churns out a laundry list of complaints, these could be potential red flags.
4. What are the most effective approaches for managing you?
This question can give you insight on both cultural fit and the candidate's working style — whether they're low-maintenance and function best with little to no guidance, or perform well under detailed direction and support. Depending on the existing managerial style at your organization, a candidate's response may signal an ideal fit, or a potential problem aligning with your leadership.
5. Please list and rank factors that affect your job acceptance.
With this question, you can find out what a candidate is looking for in terms of deciding on the right job for them. This is a more subtle way to uncover candidates' salary and benefits expectations, willingness to perform, and what they believe the position will entail — which will hopefully align with the actual job description. You can also use this question to make the right offer and win over top talent who may be considering positions at other companies.
In today's connected business environment, answers to standard interview questions are readily available to determined candidates. Asking both standard and nontraditional interview questions ensures that you'll receive more than rehearsed responses, and helps you determine which candidates are the best choice for your organization. Speak to the staffing experts at The Armada Group today to learn how unconventional interview practices can expedite your hiring process.


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On hand for the running event was the managing partner of the Menifee Valley Athletic Club, Paul David, and certified personal trainer, Dustin Graham. Both were active in coaching the kids on running techniques and safety. In addition, the Californian contributing writer, Amy Bentley, was in attendance to cover the event for the paper's School Times section. The school had 8 parent volunteers administering events and keeping records.
At a time when obesity is on the rise, physical education programs in schools are being cut back due to severe budget constraints. The specialized programs run by Physical Education teachers are being replaced by outdoor activities operated by classroom teachers, many not trained in sports theory or exercise science.
According to the Center for Disease Control; The prevalence of obesity among children aged 6 to 11 more than doubled in the past 20 years, going from 6.5% in 1980 to 17.0% in 2006. The rate among adolescents aged 12 to 19 more than tripled, increasing from 5% to 17.6%.1 An estimated 61% of obese young people have at least one additional risk factor for heart disease, such as high cholesterol or high blood pressure.3 In addition, children who are obese are at greater risk for bone and joint problems, sleep apnea, and social and psychological problems such as stigmatization and poor self-esteem.


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Sea of Monsters Party
Published on Monday, August 5, 2013 - 11:42am
Read the book Sea of Monsters by Rick Riordan, see the movie Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters and join us Aug. 7, between 3-4pm to make your own Riptide (sword) and other crafts. Refreshments.
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Very good school. Great parent participation. I love the teachers and the programs at the school. My sons and daughter are happy (K, 3rd, and 4th grades). My kids have gained a tremendous love for reading, writing, and overall learning from Greenberg. I am enjoying getting to know the Indian culture more - the families are lovely.
Greenberg school is not that so great!! Wait until your children get into higher grades then you will see that all this school cares about is what is on paper. For starters the principal ostracizes the young, the secretaries are crude and the teachers are very unstructured. The kids don't come home with textbooks. The turn around time on one assignment such as multiplication is 24 hours and then off to division. I'm glad my child won't be at this school long. Make sure your child is not late because the pencil neck secretary may just start screaming and jumping down your Childs throat. These kids are a nervous wreck. Yea kudos to the area the school is in but what is your child really learning. They think every child is a special need child so they demand you to put your kid on medication so they can get more funding. What a disgrace .
I agree with the school being located in a good area and that is probably the most I will agree with. The teachers are very unstructured and the principal is very unprofessional in nature. Worst school my children has gone to and I am so thrilled to be taken them out. This school cares about funding and what is on paper. My child's education has hit rock bottom. They give just math homework every night. Where are the text books and learning one subject at a time? They give study sheets to have your child practice and then when the test is given they throw off the wall questions into the test that the kids have no clue how to answer. Do not send your child here unless you want a fast paced school that lacks in english, reading, language arts and so forth. If you do have a child that attends be aware of that secretary, she will scream her brains out if your child is one minute late. I had the opportunity to observe that while being ignored for five minutes in that office. These poor children are so nervous. This school definitely needs to be put under a review.
Greenberg is a great school, which is located in Pine Valley, a small, quaint middle-class neighborhood, saturated by mostly single family homes. It s a calm and somewhat secluded neighborhood with safe streets. To date, we are thrilled wit the overall progress that our children have made. Grade K and 1 parents
My daughter has been enrolled at Greenberg since kindergarten. I feel the quality of academic programs depend on the teachers individually. In first grade my daughter was encouraged to stretch her academic level. In second grade she is definitely not challenged enough. The music, sports and other extracurricular programs could be greatly improved for all grades. The parent participation is outstanding at Greenberg. Keep it up parents!
The principal does not know what she is doing. The policies of this school are only an attempt to mask the poor education quality that is provided. My child is in the 2nd grade and I guarantee that he is well behind kids that attend other schools in other districts. The school needs to focus on quality education and it starts from the top, the principal.
I have been a parent at Greenberg for 5 years and it is the 'grand dame' of all public elementary/middle schools in Philadelphia County . We moved to the area so our children could attend this school. The thing about Pine Valley is that it is in one of the wealthiest areas of Philadelphia County . Therefore, a lot of the students here have parents who have poured money into their education including private tutors. There are many school-sponsored extracurricular activities to get involved in as well as a ton of clubs. There is just a certain pride that comes with going to Greenberg that other schools don't have and I am definitely proud to say that My Child Shines at Greenberg!
This school is amazing and if you look at its test scores, it does as well as mostly wealthy schools in the suburbs. My daughter loved being here and had thrived. This school has helped her be accepted in a great private high school on scholarship. Although the homework load was definitely significantly heavy, she didn t seem to mind because she truly loved this school and her teachers made the subject matter fun and as hands on as possible. Many parents complain of the homework load because they find they need to assist their kids or are unable to stay afloat; however, they fail to understand the benefit that is reaped when kids consistently review their subjects.
The teachers at Greenberg are some of the best. Caring, involved and enthusiastic. Exceptional attention is given to the students to ensure they are placed correctly, whether that is advanced or needing special help. Curriculum is enriched with lots of projects that get kids excited about learning, and the HSA sponsors many family events throughout the year without asking for lot of donations or financial support from the students. I only wish there was more focus on physical education.
Greeenberg is a school where the faculty demands student proficiency in the state wide PSSA testing above else. The English program has very little focus on actually writing, and reading. In the 3 years my child attended, she wrote few papers of any substance, and read fewer then 20 middle school level books. In science, material is disorganized, focuses on rote method and no actual teaching of science. In math courses, the focus is on the PSSA testing results, speed of computation, and little time spent on learning real math. History is sparse and too diluted. Home work is excessive, poorly designed, and mostly useless. Scores and grades are paramount in this school. .
This is a small school with dedicated staff. The staff has difficult challenges with language and culture along with the transient nature of the neighborhood. Many students are non-english speaking. It seems like more than the 30% reported. But the administration seems to make every effort to accomodate and educate all children. Based on my child's excitement, the school is good.
Greenberg is all about stress and doing homework of no use. The school mainly focuses on Math and totally ignores other subjects, especially Language Arts. The middle school students are under so much stress and stay up for along time at night, studying for tests. Still, they get a bad grade because the teachers put more things in tests that they never teach. I highly recommend that you do not go to this school.
I have two children enrolled here at this school, it is nice however the academics lack enrichment and some of the teachers aren't passionate about their job. For the most it is a safe environment, the major downside is that the cirriculum lacks rigor, and too often it seems that the principal pretends to address issues but in reality she just protects her staff. She has a nice demeanour and is very present but is not very effective. If a little more accountability is placed on the teachers and some challenge added to academics, Greenberg has the potential to be a great school.
In my opionion the staff is not equipt with enough patience for the children. They are to quick to label the children. And the curriculum is in need of updating.
Both of my children have attended Greenberg, and the change that I had noticed is not for the better. The amazing teachers that made this school what it was, are leaving, and the ones taking their place, definitely do not measure up. Don't get me wrong, it is still a good school, but the teachers are what makes the biggest difference!
This school was not only where I began my education, but also where I learned English. I came to America in the middle of Kindergarten and since I did not know the language, I was put into a class with other immigrant children from India. Our teacher was extremely accomodating and understood the varying needs of all students. Our teacher helped us focus on learning and developing without making us feel intimidated or pressured. The teachers I had in the subsequent years, whether for general homeroom, ESL, or art, inspired us to be the best we can, and I, personally, was never discouraged. I loved school, which every elementary and middle school child should and I am extremely grateful to teachers I had while I was at Greenberg. Although many of the teachers have probably changed from eight years ago, I haven't heard any bad things about the school so my opinion remains the same.
This school was great and has the potential to be great. However, I am seeing significant dissatisfaction from teachers, parents and students alike. While some may be due to cuts. Much is due to leadership. I have 2 kids here and have started to look for alternate schooling for next year. Time to move on.
I have 3 children in the school and my oldest has been going to Greenberg for 7 years. I've been very happy with the school. All the teachers are very qualified and experienced. There's a mix of new and old teachers, but I've found them all to be insightful and supportive. And yes there isn't much time for art and music. But I think it's more important to make sure that the kids have a firm foundation on core subjects first. Each of my kids are particularly strong in certain subjects and I have found that their teachers are accordingly adjusting their lesson plans to challenge the students that want more.
My daughter attends the school, and she wants to do so much more, but there are no activites to attend to after school. It's a shame, it's all due to budget cuts, but the school needs the afterschool activites to keep the kids interested.
This is the best pK-8 public school available in the metropolitan Philadelphia area in terms of the sate-wide annual PSSA tests. It did on PSSA tests better than many expensive school districts around Philadelphia in 2011. This school is probably the very reason I still dwell in Philadelphia in order for my kids to attend Greenberg.
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Philadelphia, PA 19115
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General Description: Often called a Mojave Green Rattlesnake, this is a large, dark greenish or olive-green rattlesnake with well-defined dark diamonds down the center of the back clearly offset with light borders. The tail has black and white bands, but the black bands are much narrower than the white bands.
This species can be confused with Western Diamondback Rattlesnakes. However, Mojave Rattlesnakes have narrow black bands on the tail and the upper white eyestripe extends beyond the corner of the mouth.
These snakes are venomous. Do not attempt to handle rattlesnakes; rather, enjoy your good luck of finding one from a distance (minimum 4 feet away) and leave them alone.
Taxonomy: Pit Vipers Family (Viperidae)
Technical Description: A medium sized (4 ft) rattlesnake; body heavy. Head shape wide and triangular. Dorsal color dark greenish or olive-green with well-defined dark diamonds, ovals, or hexagons down the center of the back. Dorsal marks offset with light edges. Tail with narrow black and broad white rings (white rings twice as wide as black rings). White eye stripe extends from behind the eye to beyond the corner of the mouth. Enlarged scales on the snout and between the supraoculars.
Diet: Feeds on rodents, snakes, lizards, birds, and eggs.
Habitat: Mojave Desert Scrub (Upper Sonoran Life Zone) and lower mountain slopes. Not common in rocky areas or areas with dense vegetation. Probably widespread throughout southern Nevada in the appropriate habitat.
Range: The species occurs in southeastern California, southern Nevada (north to about the Nevada Test Site), and western Arizona east along the border to southwestern Texas and south into Mexico. This subspecies occurs in the U.S.
Breeding: Gives birth to 2-11 live young during mid-summer.
Similar Species: Other species of rattlesnake lack the greenish cast or have less-distinct markings, but definite identification may require careful examination of the scales on the top of the head and snout (not recommended). The Mojave Rattlesnake has large scales on the top of the head, while the Western Diamondback Rattlesnake has granular scales atop the head. In addition, in the Western Diamondback Rattlesnake, the rear eye stripe extends from behind the eye to the upper lip ahead of the corner of the mouth.
Note: All distances, elevations, and other facts are approximate.
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