Rockbridge County Public School Foundation

Intonation Innovation

Rockbridge County Public School Foundation — Thu, 24 May 2012 15:37:19 +0000

The purchase of a Yamaha Harmony Director makes it possible for band
students from the very beginning to hear what an in-tune chord sounds like and thus to
play much more on key and beautifully.

New Photos from Robotics Grant!

Rockbridge County Public School Foundation — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 02:06:33 +0000

Vernier Labquest Mini Interfaces

Rockbridge County Public School Foundation — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 21:58:26 +0000

Thanks to another contribution from Micron Bio-systems to the Foundation, students are able to conduct scientific data collection in all science disciplines just as it is done in colleges and in the real scientific world.

Exercise and Nutrition Program

Rockbridge County Public School Foundation — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 21:57:21 +0000

In conjunction with a parallel program at Central Elementary School, students, through weekly themed activities in their physical education classes, learn about the importance of good nutrition, rate of perceived exertion, targeting heart rate, setting goals, and monitoring physical activity. This program culminates in a 1-mile/5-K race.

Writing Workshop

Rockbridge County Public School Foundation — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 21:51:45 +0000

Alison Hart, an author of young adult fiction, presents two workshops to 8th grade students, emphasizing the importance of research in the process of writing. Students own research following the first workshop produce well planned short stories and research papers.

Central Bears Mileage Club

Rockbridge County Public School Foundation — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 21:49:06 +0000

Funding provided all necessary items for a six-week before, during, and after school exercise and nutrition program, culminating in a Windy Whirl, 1-mile/5-K race for students, faculty, and staff.

Windy Whirl 5k and 1 mile map - Follow this link to see the map of where the 5K and 1 mile races will be held.

Robotics Program

Rockbridge County Public School Foundation — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 01:59:21 +0000

Students are exposed to basic electronics, the impact of robotics on our society, the actual construction of robotics, and participation in the TSA/VES “Technosphere” competition every year. This program activates interest in math, science, technology, and over-all problem-solving skills.

Sucess Showcase Pictures

Rockbridge County Public School Foundation — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:29:38 +0000

Enjoy some pictures from our showcase of students demonstrating some of the grants or people coming to learn about them:

: Elaine Shanks presents Audrey Hawkins with a thank you card from past and present students for the large gift from Micron Bio-Systems.

Trip to the Holocausat Museum in Washington, D.C.

Rockbridge County Public School Foundation — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 16:00:07 +0000

After reading and discussing Anne Frank and the Nuremberg Laws, as well as other books on the topic, students have a culminating experience in a visit to the Holocaust Museum to witness in a very graphic setting the horrors of the crimes visited on Jewish people. Student response to the trip is documented through art work.

One School, One Book Program

Rockbridge County Public School Foundation — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 15:55:59 +0000

Every student, grades pre-K-5, receives a copy of the novel Trumpet of the Swan by E.B White to take home. Every night parents are encouraged to listen to their children read the assigned number of pages or read to them. Follow-up at school throughout the month generates enthusiasm for reading, and a family night featuring art, discussion, and prizes is the culmination of this community-wide reading program.

This grant and program was reported on WSLS – check out the video to see the coverage!