Challenge Program

Central Cambria High School will be participating in the Challenge Program this year as an additional way to encourage and recognize student achievement. The Challenge Program provides financial incentives for students in grades 10, 11, and 12 to succeed in school. Four $250 awards per grade level are presented in the spring to students who excel in the following areas: Academic Excellence, Academic Improvement, Community Service, and Attendance. A kick-off assembly was held for all high school students to explain the goals of the program. The goals include:

• Demonstrating to students that one can achieve whatever he or she desires by working hard and becoming goal-oriented. 
• Showcasing career opportunities in our community so students can remain in or return to the area after their formal education is complete. 
• Building community partnerships between the school and local businesses. 

We are excited about the opportunities available to our students through this program and would like to thank S and T Bank for their generous sponsorship of Central Cambria High School. More information can be obtained in the Guidance Office.

Blue Shirt Day

On November 14, 2012 many schools participated in a “Blue Shirt Day” to support their fellow classmates that may become homeless. Students, teachers and staff at Cambria Elementary showed support by wearing blue, collecting nonperishable food items, monetary donations, school supplies and hygiene products to be used throughout the schools district in Region #6 of the Pennsylvania’s Education for Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness Program. All food items were delivered to the local Food Bank. Mrs. Terndrup’s Reading Class helped load the items into the vehicle for delivery.

A Trip through Europe and Pennsylvania at Cambria Elementary

Fifth grade students (photo above from Cambria Elementary received the chance to cross the Atlantic for a “feet first” tour of Europe on November 16th! The Learning Lamp partnered with National Geographic to bring a brand new 26’ x 26’ map of Europe to our school. “Europe may be the world’s second smallest continent, but its role in world history and culture has been enormous,” said Heidi Rizkalla, Director of Education at The Learning Lamp. “Students learned how Europe’s rich natural resources and mountain chains provided ideal conditions for settlement and protection, while its navigable rivers, lengthy coastlines and proximity to Asia and Africa created opportunities for exploration and trade.” Guided by an instructor from The Learning Lamp, students analyzed population, human health and economic data from historical “snapshots”. They also looked at how scientific discoveries, technological breakthroughs, plagues, and wars have shaped European life over centuries.

Fourth grade students (photo below) traveled through the Pennsylvania Map to enhance their knowledge and understanding of Pennsylvania history. Both large map programs were made possible for students through financial support from the Cambria Elementary PTO.

Central Cambria School District and First Student Deliver Two Bus Loads of Donated Supplies to the East Coast to Help Our Neighbors in Need

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Cambria Court Teen Driving Program

Central Cambria hosted a Teen Driving presentation from the Cambria County District Attorney’s Office on October 26th. Assistant DA Tammy Bernstein, Drug and Alcohol Program Coordinator, Mrs. Lynette Kirsch, and former High School Principal, Mr. Jules Dill, helped to arrange and present their message about the consequences of underage drinking, drunk driving, and driving safety to the freshmen class. Attorney Bernstein stated, “Accident rates among teen drivers are alarmingly high, and I look at this program as a way to educate students and to help prevent future tragedies. Having parents reinforce the message at home is the key.” Throughout the program, she made some of the complicated issues very real to the students. Using the analogy of a cell phone, she asked “Could you as a student imagine a day without your cell phone? Once you begin driving, your license will be just as important to you.” She also discussed issues related to underage drinking, DUI, homicide by vehicle, and distracted driving.

Attorney Bernstein shared a video that exemplified how quickly a night of fun could change or end someone’s life forever. Students that participated in the program had a lot to say in response. Sam Thomas, a freshman student stated, “I thought that the way you could be in control of your friend’s life was scary. The way your life can change so quickly is sad.”

While the students received valuable information about the decisions they make and the ramifications for their future, the guest speakers’ other goal was to promote discussion at home about these topics to further reinforce what they had learned. The students were each provided with a t-shirt to take home, hoping this would open the door to an important discussion on the issue.

Jackson Elementary School Supports Homelessness Awareness

The students at Jackson Elementary School paired up with the National Campaign to wear blue on November 14th and make donations to families that are considered homeless. Thanks for everyone’s support!

Pack the Bus

Jackson Elementary students participate in “packing the bus” full of items for victims of Hurricane Sandy. Thanks for everyone who participated in this event to make it a huge success!

Veterans Day

Voting 2012

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