Central Cambria School District News

Cambria County College Fair

2016-09-19T14:42:00.001-04:00

Mrs. Gironda and Ms. Swope (school nurse representative) accompanied 57 seniors to the Cambria County College Fair at the Frank J. Pasquerilla Conference Center on Tuesday, September 13th, 2016. A variety of postsecondary institutions and employers attended the fair, including colleges, universities, technical schools, business colleges, cosmetology schools, branches of the military, banks and local businesses. Students were afforded a 45 minute time block to visit the information booths of schools of their choice. Students commented that the program provided options for post-secondary schools that they had not previously considered. Mrs. Gironda noted that students also represented Central Cambria well, and were respectful and inquisitive during their interactions with the various representatives.

2016-09-13T15:25:00.002-04:00

On Monday, September 12^th the students enjoyed breakfast with their grandparents in honor of Grandparent’s Day!

2016-09-13T15:11:00.002-04:00

Officer Phil visited Jackson Elementary School to share with the students some safety tips. He also talked to the students about bullying and how to be a good friend to others.

Kindergarten Camp

2016-08-11T12:44:00.000-04:00

On August 11th, incoming kindergarten students visited Jackson Elementary School and listened to stories and toured the school, etc. to help get the students ready for their first day of school on August 24th. Mr. Prasko and Mrs. Coposky are excited for a great school year!

Jackson Elementary Math Camp

2016-06-28T08:58:00.002-04:00

The students at Jackson Elementary School are having fun at Math Camp this week learning how to take orders, figure out the tax, use debit cards, write checks, and make change.

Mr. Cirelli and CCHS Students Travel To Europe With EF Tours

2016-05-30T22:37:00.000-04:00

24 students will be traveling to Europe this summer July 16 – 25 with Mr, Cirelli and EF tours. The 10 day tour will include visits to London, Paris, Florence, and Rome. While on tour students will be immersed in the culture of each city as they visit local sites, interact with citizens, and enjoy local cuisine. Sites to visit include Trafalgar Square, the Tower of London, the Latin Quarter in Paris, the palace of Versailles, the Louvre, the Duomo, the Vatican, and much more. Coming off the heels of this tour, Mr. Cirelli is planning a trip to Germany, Switzerland, and Italy for 2018.

Memory Walk at JE

2016-05-23T13:37:00.004-04:00

The class of 2016 was greeted by Jackson Elementary students, faculty, and staff as they took a walk down memory lane. Good luck to all our graduates!

CCSD Class of 2023

2016-05-23T11:34:00.000-04:00

On Sunday, May 22nd, 2016, 5th graders from Jackson Elementary combined with the other 5th graders from Cambria Elementary for a 5th grade party sponsored by the PTOs of both schools. Students were invited from 1-3pm to Central Cambria High School to mingle, swim, and entertain in the gym while a DJ played music.. A photo booth was on hand for the students to also use with different props. The PTOs also provided pizza from Vinco Pizza and made homemade ice cream sundaes for all the students. Great time was had by all!! Best wishes to the Class of 2023 as they move on to the middle school this fall.

Fedorchak Lab Visit

2016-05-09T13:34:00.003-04:00

Six senior students visited the Fedorchak Lab at the Eye and Ear Institute at the University of Pittsburgh on Thursday, April 28^th. Taylor Boring, Rachael Genesi, Shane Hunt, Hannah McGlynn, Ian Ostrowski, and Hannah Swope were chosen to participate in the event from a very competitive group of students interested in science and engineering.

The lab that the students toured is named after Dr. Morgan Fedorchak who is a professor of Ophthalmology, Chemical Engineering, and Clinical and Translational Science at the University of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine and the Louis J. Fox Center for Vision Restoration. The goal of the Fedorchak Lab is the development of materials that restore or protect the gift of sight. Dr. Fedorchak is the daughter of our superintendent Dr. DiLeo who graciously set up this experience for our students.

Dr. Fedorchak started the morning by presenting about career options and pathways in the fields of science and engineering. She went on to share information about different cutting edge research projects that she has been involved in. Dr. Fedorchak focused on her current research involving ocular drug delivery for glaucoma patients. She took our students on a tour of her lab and had an experiment based on her current research set up for the kids to participate in. Dr. Fedorchak also took the students on a tour of some other labs in the Engineering Department at the University of Pittsburgh.

The students had a lot of great questions for Dr. Fedorchak, and she provided them with excellent answers and insight on many different STEM related topics. It was an amazing opportunity for our students to see cutting edge research in action! The kids thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Thank you to Dr. Fedorchak, Dr. DiLeo, and Mrs. McDermott for making this event happen!

Exploring Concepts of STEM and Advanced STEM Concepts Tour CTC and WRI

2016-05-02T10:36:00.000-04:00

On April 22^nd, both Exploring Concepts of STEM and Advanced STEM Concepts classes participated in a tour of Windber Research Institute (WRI) and Concurrent Technologies Corporation (CTC). The field trip was generously sponsored by the Central Cambria Education Foundation. The students were exposed to cutting edge science, technology, and engineering that is taking place right in our own backyard! The students met many different scientists and engineers and were able to get a firsthand look at what their careers involve. It was an outstanding trip for all those who participated. Thank you again to the CCEF for making this trip possible!

St. Francis University WWII Presentations

2016-04-27T13:23:00.003-04:00

On Friday, April 22^nd, my students were able to connect with history in a way most high school students are never able to. Dr. Sarah Myers from St. Francis University and her Public History students brought in World War II Artifacts that were actually used during the war. The items were displayed throughout my classroom and students were able to travel to each station in order to gain insight into the various topics. The topics that the St. Francis students presented on were WWII uniforms, WWII weapons, WWII propaganda, WWII Letters Home, WWII Medals, WWII Medical Kits, and WWII Music. My students had a blast interacting with living pieces of history and made the WWII Era something much more than just a story. I have been in touch with Dr. Myers and she informed me that they will be opening a WWII Museum in Loretto, that will include all of the pieces that they brought to my class as well as much more. Overall, the presentations were amazing and made Friday one of the most impactful days I’ve had as a student or an educator.

STEM Professions Day at UPJ

2016-04-26T11:36:00.000-04:00

On Wednesday, April 13^th, twenty Exploring Concepts of STEM and Advanced STEM Concepts students attended STEM Professions Day at UPJ. The event kicked off with a welcome at the Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center. The students chose to attend three different workshops from choices such as: Candy Electrophoresis, Marshmallow Mechanics, How to Detect a Lie, Concrete Canoe, Technology in Nursing and Allied Health, Water Rocketry, and CSI: Pitt-Johnstown. UPJ provided lunch for the students and then hosted a science show for the afternoon session. Professor David Willey is a physics professor at UPJ. He is also known as the “mad-scientist”. Professor Willey put on an hour long show demonstrating many science principles in a very entertaining and “explosive” manner! It was great trip filled with lots of fun and learning!

Shelly Craft from the Penn State Extension Office

2016-04-20T12:54:00.001-04:00

Shelly Craft from the Penn State Extension Office visited Cambria Elementary’s 4th grade Science classes on Monday April 18th to discuss watersheds- the area that drains to a common waterway, such as a stream, lake, wetland, or even the ocean. She demonstrated to the students how our individual actions directly affect the watershed we live in, as well as, how working together we can protect our nation’s water resources.

2nd Grade Water Cycle Animation

2016-04-19T09:32:00.002-04:00

JES second grade classes used the Stop Animation app on the ipads to create animations of the water cycle during computer class.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e52LzLuSpnM&feature=youtu.be

CCHS Presents "#wordsheal" Program at JE

2016-04-18T10:36:00.001-04:00

Central Cambria High School students came to Jackson Elementary School to present the #wordsheal program. This program taught 4th and 5th grade students about cyber bullying and how to keep themselves safe online and be kind to others. A big thanks to Mrs. Shirk and the CCHS broadcasting students.

JE Cyber Bullying Presentation

2016-04-18T10:23:00.001-04:00

Parents and students from Jackson Elementary enjoyed a presentation by Mr. Strittmatter and Mr. Paronish on cyber bullying.

JE Reading Competition

2016-04-11T14:03:00.001-04:00

We would like to give a “shout out” to all the members of our Reading Competition Team. The students work very hard to prepare for this competition. Great job boys and girls!

JE Kindness Week

2016-04-11T11:16:00.000-04:00

Jackson Elementary is celebrating “Acts of Kindness week” with some silly themed days.

CE Reading Competition

2016-04-08T10:20:00.002-04:00

Congratulations to the Cambria Elementary Spring Reading Competition Team for placing 1st at the I.U.08 Interscholastic Reading Competition on Wednesday, April 6th. Not only did they get a 1st place ribbon, but the team was the second highest scoring team of the entire spring competition and there were 52 teams. Each team was required to read forty-two books from a designated list and compete against more than fifty teams to gain points by answering questions about the books. Participating on the competition team requires great time and commitment from the students. Please be sure to congratulate them for their hard work! The team members are Ava Monbourne, Jessica Lian, Annaliese Niebauer, Joy Sodmont, Kayden Magulick, Amber Bailey, Cerenity Smithbower, Abbie George, Abby Sheredy, Emma Dumm, Jonathan Wess, Kathleen Farabaugh, and Valerie Hodge.

JE 2nd Grade Musical Presentation

2016-04-06T08:13:00.002-04:00

The JES 2nd grade classes created a literacy and music video. They combined vocal ostinatos and percussion instruments to books such as the Hungry Caterpillar and the Ten Little Caterpillars.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9GK8aebXaJw

Dr. Woods Visits Anatomy and Physiology Classes

2016-04-04T13:52:00.001-04:00

Dr. Thomas Woods, Central Cambria School Board Member and St. Francis University faculty member guest lectured during the CCHS Anatomy & Physiology classes. Dr. Woods, a part of SFU Physician Assistant Program faculty, presented cardiovascular topics to the class ranging from heart disease, stents, catheterization and other heart related information. He illustrated techniques on human cadaver hearts that are utilized in the medical field for treatment of coronary stenosis created by plaques and explained how by-pass surgery is conducted. Dr. Woods’ presentation helped students see real life situations dealing with the human cardiovascular system. His knowledge of both the cardiovascular system and the medical field has helped to inform students who are trying to make career decisions about entering the many medical disciplines available to them. Many thanks to Dr. Woods for bringing in the heart and brain specimens and taking his time to present this valuable information to the Central Cambria High School anatomy students.

CE Cyber Night

2016-03-31T13:09:00.000-04:00

On March 23rd, Assistant High School Principal Andrew Paronish, School Resource Officer Nate Stohon, and Director of Technology Joe Strittmatter met with approximately 20 Cambria Elementary parents to discuss the social media and the dangers of cyberbullying. As a follow up with students, they held presentations to show students the risks of sharing too much information online while also highlighting the steps taken at Central Cambria and within law enforcement to curb cyberbullying.

Lance Loya Visit

2016-03-31T13:08:00.000-04:00

Cambria and Jackson Elementary Schools hosted a tailgating Family Literacy Night on Tuesday, March 22nd . Our guest speaker was Coach Lance Loya from Mount Aloysious College, who is the author and illustrator of the book titled Be a Good Teammate. The evening started with some popular tailgating foods and followed with Mr. Loya’s presentation. He spoke about his bookwhich incorporated an inspirational message about teamwork with a very entertaining delivery. Audience members were highly engaged and the children enjoyed the sport giveaways that included: 2 family packs of Curve Tickets and different sporting equipment. It was a fun night enjoyed by all!

JES Chorus visits IUP

2016-03-28T09:34:00.000-04:00

The Jackson Elementary Chorus visited the Indiana University of Pennsylvania music department on March 22nd, 2016. The students participated in several music activities with Dr. Laura Ferguson and Dr. Craig Denison. They also observed IUP Wind Ensemble and Chorale rehearsals led by Dr. Paul and Dr. Beeken. This link is a picture and video presentation of one of the musical activities. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-fhMV9AsJhg&feature=youtu.be

JES Tech Team Animation Movie

2016-03-28T07:48:00.002-04:00

The JES 5th grade technology team is working on creating videos to teach other students how to set-up various types of math problems. Their first video, shared in the link below, features long division and will be presented to 4th grade math classes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mq0lOHC9QpU