Monday, May 6, 2013
Review recommendations for transportation and connectivity improvements, land use changes, a multi-use trail and a new university center.
Students, faculty and alumni of Life and Southern Polytechnic State universities, residents, and business and property owners are invited to comment on the draft plan for the Marietta University Enhancement Livable Centers Initiative study area. Attendees will have an opportunity to review recommendations for transportation and connectivity improvements, land use changes, a multi-use trail and a new university center. The purpose of the study is to create a redevelopment plan for Cobb Parkway and South Marietta Parkway, increase visibility of Life and Southern Polytechnic State universities, and better connect the universities with the surrounding community. The resulting plan will be used to increase public and private investment in the …
Thursday, March 28, 2013
Eleven Marietta City Schools students are among the system winners of the 2012-2013 Young Georgia Authors Writing Competition.
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Thursday, March 28
Eleven Marietta City Schools (MCS) students are among the system winners of the 2012-2013 Young Georgia Authors Writing Competition. The purpose of the Young Georgia Authors (YGA) writing competition is to encourage students to develop enthusiasm for and expertise in their writing, to provide a context to celebrate their writing successes, and to recognize student achievement in arts and academics. “Each year we look forward to naming the student winners of the annual Young Georgia Authors writing contest. This year’s entries were well-written, creative, and enjoyable to read,” said Jill Sims, MCS Executive Director, Curriculum and Instruction. 1. Phoenix Craggette, Lockheed Elementary, Kindergarten 2. Kennedy Ayres, A.L. Burruss…
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Marietta Center for Advanced Academics teachers will serve as mentors to Kennesaw State University Elementary and Early Childhood Education undergraduate students as they complete their senior year field and clinical experiences at MCAA.
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Wednesday, January 30
The Marietta Center for Advanced Academics (MCAA) and the Bagwell College of Education at Kennesaw State University (KSU), recently signed an education partnership through the Cobb Chamber Partners in Education program. MCAA teachers will serve as mentors to KSU Elementary and Early Childhood Education undergraduate students as they complete their senior year field and clinical experiences at MCAA. “Our partnership also includes development of a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) concentration for the Elementary and Early Childhood Education master’s degree program,” said Jennifer Hernandez, MCAA principal. “The collaboration also allows their graduate students to observe and conduct research at MCAA.” “Working …
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
This is the second time in the last five years that a Marietta City Schools educator has been honored with the Georgia Department of Education Exemplary/Exceptional Library Media Program recognition.
West Side Elementary School and Library Media Specialist Sherri Kenworthy are recipients of the 2012 Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) Exceptional Library Media Program honor. The GaDOE recently selected four exemplary and five exceptional Library Media Programs, and named nine Library Media Specialists statewide for recognition. “This program provides West Side Elementary and our Library Media Specialist with an opportunity to describe how the Library Media Program at our school is meeting school improvement goals and increasing student achievement,” said West Side principal Karen Smits. “In addition, it recognizes Sherri Kenworthy for encouraging reading for learning, reading for pleasure and reading for life.” School library media…
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Marietta Center for Advanced Academics (MCAA) is one of ten schools statewide selected for the Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education (GPEE) 2012 annual Bus Trip Across Georgia.
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Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Marietta Center for Advanced Academics (MCAA) is one of ten schools statewide selected for the Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education (GPEE) 2012 annual Bus Trip Across Georgia. The GPEE bus will make a stop at MCAA, Monday, Oct. 29 from 8:30 – 11 a.m. This year’s Bus Trip theme is “Georgia’s Public Schools: Using Technology, Creating Pathways for Student Success.” “Considering that technology is the theme of this year’s Bus Trip Across Georgia, we are honored to be included as one of the schools selected as a stop” said MCAA Principal Jennifer Hernandez. “MCAA is the first Georgia Department of Education Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) certified school.” In addition to a stop at MCAA, the second leg of …
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
The MCS Transportation Department hosts their annual "Kindergarten Kruise" Tuesday, Aug. 7 for elementary students and their parents.
Marietta City Schools classes begin at all schools district-wide Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012. Pre-registration dates/times, pre-opening and open house activities dates/times vary district-wide. The MCS Transportation Department hosts their annual "Kindergarten Kruise" Tuesday, Aug. 7 for elementary students (regular and special education routes) and their parents. Buses run during regularly scheduled route times, and any elementary student, regardless of grade, can ride the bus with their parent. Parents and students return to their original pickup location upon completion of the route. All Elementary Schools Marietta Sixth Grade Academy Marietta Middle School Marietta High School (MHS) Elementary Schools Marietta Center for Advanced Academics …
Thursday, May 31, 2012
SMART Showcase Schools serve as host sites for educators who are interested in implementing SMART products and receive benefits, including professional development opportunities.
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Thursday, May 31, 2012
Marietta Center for Advanced Academics (MCAA) has been selected to join an exclusive, global network of schools as part of the SMART Showcase School program. SMART Showcase Schools demonstrate how SMART products can transform classrooms and improve learning outcomes. They serve as host sites for educators who are interested in implementing SMART products—and receive benefits, including professional development opportunities. There are more than 300 SMART Showcase Schools worldwide. MCAA teachers and administrators have played a very hands-on role in the implementation of the technology plan and the installation of SMART products to ensure students, and teachers, get the most from the technology investment. “SMART products have introduced a…
Friday, May 11, 2012
Three Marietta educators are among the 150 teachers named SMART Exemplary Educators in North America.
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Friday, May 11, 2012
Three Marietta Center for Advanced Academics (MCAA) educators, Stormi Johnson, third-grade teacher; Susie Throop, fourth-grade teacher; and Dacia Riles, third-grade teacher, were named SMART Exemplary Educators, and are among only 150 teachers selected for the honor in North America each year. The North American SMART Exemplary Educator program is open to K–12 teachers, technology coordinators and administrators in the United States and Canada who are committed to developing engaging content and sharing their expertise with other educators. To become a SMART Exemplary Educator, educators must: “We are very proud to have three high performing educators receive North American recognition for their seamless use of SMART tools in their …
Thursday, April 19, 2012
The A.L. Burruss Elementary and Marietta Center for Advanced Academics teachers will partner with other exceptional math and science teachers from across the nation to build expertise in facilitating student learning.
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Thursday, April 19, 2012
Marietta City Schools educators Jennifer Kanzler, M.Ed., and Kara Householder are among 200 highly-qualified third- through fifth-grade teachers selected by the National Council of Teachers in Mathematics and the National Science Teachers Association to attend the 2012 Mickelson ExxonMobil Teachers Academy at Liberty Science Center in Jersey City, N.J. from July 22 to 27. “I am proud that once again, two of our teachers, will participate in this professional learning opportunity,” states Dr. Emily Lembeck, MCS Superintendent. “Jennifer and Kara are both excellent educators, and it is easy to see why they were selected for this summer learning experience.” At the Academy, Kanzler, a fifth grade teacher at A. L. Burruss Elementary, and …
Saturday, March 31, 2012
MCAA, Marietta Middle School and West Side Elementary students are among the top finishers in the 2011-2012 Georgia PTA annual Reflections cultural arts program.
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Saturday, March 31, 2012
Four Marietta City Schools students are among the top finishers in the 2011-2012 Georgia PTA annual Reflections cultural arts program. The Georgia PTA’s annual Reflections program offers students in preschool through grade 12 the opportunity to create works of art in the areas of literature, photography, film/video production, musical composition, visual arts (which includes art forms such as drawing, painting, print making, and collage), and dance choreography. Musical Composition Literature Film Production The placing announcements and the names of Georgia participants whose entries advanced to the National PTA level of judging took place at the Georgia PTA Reflections Reception held Sunday, March 25, 2012, at the Woodruff Arts Center in…
