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[Highland Park] [Fwd: FW: Call for nominations to IS/IB committee EXTENDED]
by David Shumway 08 Jul '08

08 Jul '08

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: FW: Call for nominations to IS/IB committee EXTENDED Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2008 11:27:00 -0400 From: Heather Arnet <Heather(a)wgfpa.org> To: David Shumway <shumway(a)cmu.edu> Please forward this to the Highland Park Listserve. Thank you. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Due to community input, Pittsburgh Public Schools has decided to improve the process for the recruitment of individuals to serve on the Committee to explore the long-term facility location options for the IS/IB Program. Please find listed below the four improvements to the process, as well as the other specifics on the committee. *_1) EXTENSION OF NOMINATION DEADLINE_* Due to a larger than expected response, we will continue to take nominations for the IB Site Selection Committee through _July 15, 2008 at 5pm_. Please email nominations to superintendentoffice(a)pghboe.net <mailto:superintendentoffice@pghboe.net> and copy Cate Reed at creed1(a)pghboe.net <mailto:creed1@pghboe.net>. *_2) EXPANSION OF PARENTAL, ALUMNI & STUDENT REPRESENTATION_* We will now include 16 parents (instead of the previous 8), 3 IB alumni (up from 1), and 4 students (up from 2) *_3) ELIMINATION OF SOME MEETING DATES_* Understanding the busy schedule of families, the meetings have been condensed to 8 instead of 12. They are now: * Saturday August 9, 10-12pm Process/Criteria discussion---determination of sites to visit * Tuesday August 19, 5-7pm Visit to Site #1/#2 * Tuesday Sept. 2, 5-7pm Visit to Site #3/#4 * Thursday Sept. 18, 5-7pm Facility needs review * Week of Sept 27* Budget needs review * Tuesday October 7 Education Comm. Mid Point Report on Progress to Superintendent and Board * Tuesday October 21, 5-7pm Formal presentation developed fleshed out with facility needs, costs, programmatic offerings * Tuesday October 28, 5-7pm FINAL RECOMMENDATION TO SUPERINTENDENT *_4) PAPER SURVEY TO ALL ELEMENTARY AND 6-9 INTERNATIONAL STUDIES/INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE FAMILIES_* During the month of July, all families of students currently enrolled in the IS and IB magnet in grades K-9 will be surveyed by mail regarding their thoughts & input on the selection process. *_ADDITIONAL SPECIFICS REGARDING the International Baccalaureate 6-12 Site Selection Committee_* *_Goal of Committee _* To select a permanent site, from within the current PPS buildings & facilities, for the International Baccalaureate 6-12 School, starting in the 2012-13 school year. Until that time, the school will be located at Pittsburgh Frick in 2008-09 and in the Florence Reizenstein facility for 2009-10, 2010-11 and 2011-12. *_Factors for deliberation_* * Fiscal constraints of the school district * Academic space available in PPS, and academic needs of the program * Family and student needs * Fair and equal consideration of all ideas *_Requirements of Site Selection Members_* * Agree to attend at least 75% of all meetings (6 of 8) * Keep information within the group until a final recommendation is made to the Superintendent * Be committed to the idea of an IB 6-12 school and want to move forward with selecting an optimal site * Agree to factors for deliberation including finances, space and student needs *_27 Members to be appointed_* * 2 MYP teachers * 2 DP teachers * 12 parents from variety of IS elementary schools across city * 2 parents from Pittsburgh Frick 6-9 * 2 parents from Pittsburgh Schenley DP * 3 IB alumni * 2 students from Pittsburgh Frick MYP * 2 students from Pittsburgh Schenley MYP or DP *_Representatives from Central Office _* * High School Excellence * Facilities * Budget * Marketing & Communications * Principals at Pittsburgh Frick 6-9 & Pittsburgh Schenley * MYP coordinator * DP coordinator *_Timeline_* July 2008 Survey sent to all IS families to gain input for committee August/September: Site visits to multiple locations throughout the city with facilities September and October: Deep internal analysis with group of the factors listed above for each facility, specifically with budget Late October: Formal recommendation to the Superintendent -- David R. Shumway Professor of English, and Literary and Cultural Studies Director, the Humanities Center at Carnegie Mellon Department of English Carnegie Mellon University 5000 Forbes Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15213 412-268-7176 412-268-7989 (fax)

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[Highland Park] nanny available
by cm 08 Jul '08

08 Jul '08

We have a former sitter who is looking for a permanent, f/t nanny position. Email me if you would like more info.

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[Highland Park] Brew at the Zoo-Mitochondrial Foundation
by Jennifer Picarsic 08 Jul '08

08 Jul '08

Hi all, The Second Annual Brew at the Zoo will be held on Saturday, August 9, 2008 from 7:00-11:00 PM at the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium. The beer-tasting event for those 21 and over will feature more than 25 national, local and home brewers, as well as food and entertainment. The event benefits the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation, an international medical foundation headquartered in Pittsburgh. Please purchase your ticket today and help us fight mitochondrial disease! (There is also designated driver tickets available!) You may ask yourself... mito what??? Mitochondrial disease is the body's inability to turn food into the energy to sustain life. Every 15 minutes a child is born with a mitochondrial disease, or who will develop one by age 10. The United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation promotes research and education for the diagnosis, treatment and cure of mitochondrial disorders and provides support to affected individuals and families. Follow This Link to visit the website. ****************************************************************************** Some email systems do not support the use of links and therefore this link may not appear to work. If so, copy and paste the following into your browser: http://www.umdf.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=277296&lis=1 ****************************************************************************** Jennifer Picarsic

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[Highland Park] One bedroom apartment available
by RACHEL MCCURDY 07 Jul '08

07 Jul '08

Hello neighbors! I have a second floor, large one-bedroom apartment opening up in my home. Large kitchen has recently received a facelift with beautiful new tiling. Both bedroom and living room have large picture windows that let in great light. Bedroom has two closets. There is FREE laundry and a home gym available to all tenants. The property is on a quiet one-way, one-block street with great neighbors. Located within walking distance of many buslines. The rent is $650 per month plus gas and electric. Some pets are ok with a pet deposit. This is a non-smoking property. Available September 1st. Please call 412-491-9242 for further information.

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[Highland Park] New daycare center or home sitter
by Francine937＠aol.com 07 Jul '08

07 Jul '08

Hi Members, I am possibly looking into switching daycare facilities, however I am looking for a new one in Highland Park. Does anyone know of any good people or a facility that would take care of a 3 year old little boy and twin 1 year old babies full-time? I do not believe my children are happy where they are now. I am such need of help, find the right place for your children is such a difficult thing. Please e-mail me any good suggestions:) Thanks so much members! Francine Moschella **************Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007)

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[Highland Park] Beautiful Timberland Men's Watch Can Be Yours!!!
by Melissa Dorsette 07 Jul '08

07 Jul '08

I am posting this for a relative: BRAND NEW (NEVER OUT OF THE PACKAGE), BEAUTIFUL TIMBERLAND MEN'S WATCH Simple elegance is defined in this stainless steel/black watch from Timberland. This 45 mm watch features a stainless steel case and bracelet, a quartz mineral, crystal face, Swarovski crystals and various sub-dials (small seconds, 24 hr, day/date, and month/week. This watch is also water resistant to 50 meters or 165 feet. Paid 169.99 (have receipt), bought as a gift, will sell for 139.99.

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[Highland Park] free canning jars
by Jonathan & Kaethe Ward 06 Jul '08

06 Jul '08

We have two dozen Mason quart jars that we won't be able to use before our move. If you are interested in them, please give us a call at 412-720-9395. Thanks, Jonathan and Kaethe Ward 6334 Glenview _________________________________________________________________ The i’m Talkaton. Can 30-days of conversation change the world? http://www.imtalkathon.com/?source=EML_WLH_Talkathon_ChangeWorld

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[Highland Park] microwave for sale $25
by Jonathan & Kaethe Ward 06 Jul '08

06 Jul '08

We have a microwave for sale that we would like to have gone ASAP. It is a Whirlpool brand, white in color. Great condition. For more information or pictures, email or call us at 412-720-9395. Thanks. Kaethe Ward 6334 Glenview Place _________________________________________________________________ Use video conversation to talk face-to-face with Windows Live Messenger. http://www.windowslive.com/messenger/connect_your_way.html?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_W…

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[Highland Park] update on cat/kitten
by Dmarie1023＠aol.com 05 Jul '08

05 Jul '08

I am posting this for my neighbor Jan: the gray striped cat/kitten is still here, but he was taken to animal friends and was neutered, received shots and a rabies tag. He is still hanging around Farragut street and my back yard. so if there is someone out there that would like to give this little guy a home (he is very friendly and so cute), please call Jan at 412-363-8208 **************Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007)

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[Highland Park] Leaving the country, two more things i need to "Get off my hands"
by Susanne Gaetano 03 Jul '08

03 Jul '08

Greetings Friendly Highland Park Neighbors: As per my previous ad for my Dell computer, the responses were kindly appreciated. I have two more things that I need to sell as well per the following below: 1). 30" SHARP LCD HD MONITOR/TV FLAT SCREEN WITH ATTACHED SPEAKERS AND REMOTE CONTROLS. SELLING FOR $550.00 OR BEST OFFER. WILL HAVE IT DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR. 2). 40'S BAMBOO SETTEE, WITH BRAND NEW COMFY CUSHIONS WITH A REVERSABLE PIN STRIPE TO WIDE STRIPE BLUE/OFF-WHITE CANVAS. 3 PIECE SECTIONALS THAT CAN BE SEPERATED OR USED TOGETHER AS A SETTEE. PERFECT FOR A COVERED PATIO OR A GUEST ROOM, IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. $350.00 OR BEST OFFER. (see attached photos) thank you for your time any questions please contact Joy at 412-661-6008 day or 412-361-6118 evening. Much thanks, joy _________________________________________________________________ Do more with your photos with Windows Live Photo Gallery. http://www.windowslive.com/share.html?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_Wave2_photos_022008

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