Wednesday, July 8, 2009
GRADUATION TEST UPDATE!
New compromises and agreements have been made between the Pennsylvania State Board of Education and the Pennsylvania General Assembly on the future of graduation tests in Pennsylvania and the future of the PSSA test. Stay connected for more updates to follow.
Travis Gilbert Honored by Newville Borough Council
Travis Gilbert was recognized by the Newville Borough Council members at their regular monthly meeting on June 23, 2009. Council President William Toth read Resolution 2009-07:
"Whereas, Travis Gilbert is a sophomore at the Big Spring High School where he as excelled in academics; and
WHEREAS, Travis Gilbert is a founding member of the Newville Do Something Club, a national chartered public service organization which is sponsored locally by the Newville Borough Police Department; and
WHEREAS, Travis Gilbert has competed against fellow high school students throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to serve as the student representative to the Pennsylvania State Board of Education; and
WHEREAS, Travis Gilbert enjoys the prestigious honor of having been selected to serve on the Pennsylvania State Board of Education during his senior year. During his junior year, Mr. Gilbert will serve as the student member-elect to the Pennsylvania State Board of Education.NOW
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, and it is here by adopted that the Mayor and the members of the Newville Borough Council do hereby extend to Travis Gilbert their sincere congratulations and commendation upon being named to serve as the Student Representative to the Pennsylvania State Board of Education.
The Mayor and the members of the Newville Borough Council do further congratulate Travis Gilbert for the honor and distinction that his appointment will bring to the Big Spring School District and the Newville community.
The officials of the Newville Borough do further extend to Travis Gilbert their best wishes for a successful tenure on the Pennsylvania State Board of Education."
"Whereas, Travis Gilbert is a sophomore at the Big Spring High School where he as excelled in academics; and
WHEREAS, Travis Gilbert is a founding member of the Newville Do Something Club, a national chartered public service organization which is sponsored locally by the Newville Borough Police Department; and
WHEREAS, Travis Gilbert has competed against fellow high school students throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to serve as the student representative to the Pennsylvania State Board of Education; and
WHEREAS, Travis Gilbert enjoys the prestigious honor of having been selected to serve on the Pennsylvania State Board of Education during his senior year. During his junior year, Mr. Gilbert will serve as the student member-elect to the Pennsylvania State Board of Education.NOW
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, and it is here by adopted that the Mayor and the members of the Newville Borough Council do hereby extend to Travis Gilbert their sincere congratulations and commendation upon being named to serve as the Student Representative to the Pennsylvania State Board of Education.
The Mayor and the members of the Newville Borough Council do further congratulate Travis Gilbert for the honor and distinction that his appointment will bring to the Big Spring School District and the Newville community.
The officials of the Newville Borough do further extend to Travis Gilbert their best wishes for a successful tenure on the Pennsylvania State Board of Education."
Monday, June 29, 2009
Student Staff Announced!
Standing Left to Right: Benjamin Barnhart, Ben Zauzmer, Jake Paston, Travis GilbertSeated Left to Right: Natalie Geist, Christina Atterbury
Travis Gilbert's new student staff, a group of 9 student leaders across the state have been announced. Region directors have been appointed to each of the 7 regions of Pennsylvania to help Travis better manage the state and maintain good communication with the students of Pennsylvania.
Region A: Vacant
Region B: Vacant
Region C: Christina Atterbury (Westmont Hilltop High School)
Region D: Maia Stam (Wellsboro Area High School)
Region E: Benjamin Barnhart (Lampeter-Strasburg High School)
Region F: Jake Paston/Ben Zauzmer (Upper Dublin High School)
Region G: Natalie Geist (William Allen High School)
Chief of Staff: John Kocsis (Cumberland Valley High School)
Congratulations to All of the New Staff Members!
Pennsylvania Regions Created!
Pennsylvania has been broken up into Regions! Check out which one you are located in!
Region A: Medium Purple (Northwest)
Region B: Red
Region C: Light Purple
Region D: Yellow
Region E: Green
Region F: Orange
Region G: Dark Purple (Center, East)
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Travis Recognized at Big Spring School Board Meeting
On June 1, Travis Gilbert was recognized at the Big Spring School Board monthly meeting. “It's no surprise to anyone at Big Spring High School that Travis was selected for such a prestigious appointment on the PA State Board of Education. His work ethic coupled with his people skills are a winning combination that will bring him great success in the years to come. We are extremely proud of his accomplishments. He truly projects the pride and class that is reflective of what one thinks of when they hear the name of Big Spring High School," Big Spring High School principal, John Scudder said. Travis would like to thank Ms. Christa Daugherty, Mr. John Scudder, Mr. Fred Potzer, and the Newville Community for all their support.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Keystone Exams: UPDATE
Yesterday the Pennsylvania Senate passed Senate Bill 281, stripping power from the Pennsylvania Board of Education to create graduation tests and giving that power to the Pennsylvania General Assembly. There were 48 'yea' votes, and 1 'nay' vote. Senator Jim Ferlo, from the Pittsburg area, was the only 'nay' vote.
Governor Rendell vowed to veto Senate Bill 281, so stay tuned for more updates!
Governor Rendell vowed to veto Senate Bill 281, so stay tuned for more updates!
Monday, June 8, 2009
What Are The Keystone Exams?
Everyone may be asking, "What Are the Keystone Exams?" and "How do they Affect Me?"
Well, here is your answer: The Keystone Exams are a series of tests that you must pass in order to graduate. There are 10 tests, each specific to an educational area such as Algebra I, civics/government education, or writing. Students must pass 6 of the 10 tests: one science, one history, 2 math, and literature and composition tests. Students still must receive at least proficient in the math, reading, and science
PSSA test as well. The exams would be given once each fall, winter, and spring. Students would be able to re-take any exams they did not pass.
Well, here is your answer: The Keystone Exams are a series of tests that you must pass in order to graduate. There are 10 tests, each specific to an educational area such as Algebra I, civics/government education, or writing. Students must pass 6 of the 10 tests: one science, one history, 2 math, and literature and composition tests. Students still must receive at least proficient in the math, reading, and science
PSSA test as well. The exams would be given once each fall, winter, and spring. Students would be able to re-take any exams they did not pass.Any questions you may have about the Keystone Exams may be forwarded to Travis Gilbert's facebook page, just click the link on the right side of the blog. Keep updated on the Keystone Exams by checking out the blog daily.
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