07-08 AOEC CREDIT REPORT

Cumulative Student Credit Earned:

Sept.        Oct.          Nov.        Dec.          Jan.       Feb.        March         April         May       June

 22.5          44             56               49            135           67.5           62           107.5

TOTAL To Date:    543.5

We can beat this total next month, what do you say?  Go For It!

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NEWS & EVENTS

August 2008

The AOEC/Stephens' Center welcomes Bilingual Liaison, Laura Nieto, and new teacher, Mr. Rey Cave, this school year.  Mr. Cave teaches the AOEC A.M. High School School Program.

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September 2007

The Stephens Center is coordinating a memorial for Lance Corporal Matthew S. Medlicott, a previous AOEC student. The planned memorial at the Stephens Center is a new flagpole with a plaque dedicating it to LCpl. Medlicott and lighting for the American flag. The memorial will replace the AOECs current wind-bent flagpole.  A spring dedication date is anticipated.

LCpl. Matthew Medlicott perished in combat August 25 while serving his 2nd tour of duty with the I Marine Expeditionary Force in Iraq.  He is the son of Mr. Bart Medlicott, Director of Orchestras at Waukegan High School and instrumental music teacher at several schools throughout District 60.

Donations to the memorial may be given to Mr. Dreyer or Mrs. Childs in the Main Office.  Checks should be made out to Waukegan Public Schools.

  Thanks for your support!

October 2007

MAKING OUR SCHOOLS SAFER!

There will be an anti-violence rally at the AOEC/Stephenas Center on Wednesday, October 17, 2007 hosted by the YWCA of Lake County.  Students will learn how to avoid violence and how to get help from panelists ranging from law enforcement officers to social service agencies.

YWCA HEALTH FAIR

On Wednesday, October 24, 2007 the YWCA is hosting a Health Fair at the AOEC/Stephens Center.  It begins at 8:30 and ends at 1:00 with lunch provided.  Topics being presented include Team Building, Healthy Relationships & Body Image, Communication Skills & Dealing With Authority Figures, Domestice Violence, Fitness & Stress Relief, and Healthy Hearts.

November 2007

BLOOD DRIVE.......CALLING ALL DONORS!

The AOEC/Stephens Center is conducting a Blood Drive by the America Red Cross on Wednesday, November 14, 2007.  It will be located in the Auxiliary Cafeteria located in the lower level of the Stephens Center from 10:00am to 3:00pm.  To schedule an appointment log on to www.givebloodgivelife.org (use sponsor code 0404760) or contact Kevin Kelleher at (847) 360-5366 or kkelleher@waukeganschools.org.

A special thank you to all those involved in making such a great turn out.  We appreciate everyone's help and all those who donated!  For pictures of the event click on NOVEMBER BLOOD DRIVE.

PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES

Waukegan CUSD #60 will be hosting Parent/Teacher Conferences for all schools on Wednesday, November 7 and Thursday, November 8 between 4:30pm - 7:30pm.  The AOEC welcomes parents to either schedule an appointment or drop in during the conference times to speak with your childs teacher.  They are available to discuss your child's progress and address any questions or concerns you may have.

December 2007

The AOEC is sponsoring a Coat Drive again starting December 1, 2007.  Our goal is to surpass the total of 65 coats collected in 2003!  We are looking for any outerwear including coats, hats, mittens, scarves, etc.  All donations can be brought to the AOEC Main Office.

February 2008

The AOEC will be taking part in the SOS Suicide Prevention Program on Tuesday, February 5, 2008.  This program has been implemented by the Waukegan School District and has been used by thousands of schools over the past six years.  Any questions or concerns about this program can be directed to Sally Peterson at (847) 360-5435.

March 2008

TESTING, TESTING, TESTING.............

All Middle School AOEC/Ombudman students grades 7-8 need to report to the AOEC/Stephens' Center building for ISAT/IMAGE testing.  Testing will take place on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 through Friday, March 7, 2008.  Testing time for all students is 9:00am-12:15pm each day, which will take the place of their regular class session.

College Bound

A representative from the College of Lake County will be at the AOEC, Tuesday, March 18, 2008 for an informative presentation and application session.

April 2008

The YWCA is hosting a Anti-Sexual Assault Information rally for AOEC students on Thursday, April 17, 2008. 

New Student Orientation field trip for AOEC students and recent graduates to the College of Lake County on April 15, 2008 from 9:30a-12:30p.  This orientation will include informational speakers, a tour of the campus, support services, time with counselors and free lunch.

The AOEC Changing Points program sponsored by the YWCA will be visiting the Waukegan City Hall, Police Department and the Mayor of Waukegan on Thursday, April 10, 2008 from 11:00a-1:00p.  This educational tour will give these students the opportunity to learn about the role and importance of city government.