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SHOW MADE A SPLASH
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The Coginchaug Regional High School show choir performed “The Little Mermaid, Jr.” recently. Taking a bow after a performance are, from left, Patrick Holden as Prince Eric and Erin Blecha as Ariel. Other actors pictured include Meghan St. Amand as Flounder (yellow and blue costume), Matt Sawicki as Scuttle (yellow hat) and Chloe Pedersen as Ursala the Sea Witch. For some performances, Kacie Halligan played the role of Ariel. The show was directed by CRHS teacher Lisa Larsen. | Mark Dionne / Town Times
On June 2, the proposed school budget for the 20152016 year passed at referendum by a combined unofficial vote of 842-590, a 252-vote margin. The $35,604,297 budget contains a net 1.21 percent increase over the current school year’s budget. “The positive outcome of tonight’s vote is affirmation that there is support for what we are doing on behalf of the students in Regional School District 13,” Superintendent of Schools Kathryn Veronesi said in a statement. On May 5, voters rejected a proposed budget with a 2.21 percent increase by a 30-vote See Budget / Page 2
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At noon on Saturday, May 30 Durham First Selectman Laura Francis announced to some two dozen supporters at the Town Hall that she will run for re-election as Durham’s First Selectman. If she wins, it would be a third term for the Republican, who was first elected in 2007 and won re-election over challenger Roger KleeDurham First Selectman Laura Francis announced on May man in 2011. “I have been honored to 30 that she will run for a third term. Joining Francis on the Town Hall steps is Rob Raney, who announced his bid for | Mark Dionne / Town Times See Francis / Page 2 Selectman.
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serve the people of Durham as their First Selectman. I have worked to make Durham a better place to live, work, and raise a family. We are a tight knit community and I am proud of the work we have done to make people feel safe and connected to one another,” Francis said. Francis emphasized her work with town officials, workers, volunteers as well as groups outside of Durham. “Together we have created and strengthened many ini-
tiatives and programs that deliver essential services to our residents. I hope to continue that work for another four years.” The supportive crowd, containing a mixture of relatives, friends, and town officials applauded Francis’ announcement. Bob Poliner, vice chair of the Republican Town Committee, said that the connections Francis has built make her a good First Selectman. “Her door is open to everyone,” Poliner said. Fred Raley, a member of the
years. That is why I have worked to reduce the size of town government, tighten our town budget, and properly plan for future needs. Durham is well suited to thrive as our economy slowly recovers.” At the same gathering, Francis endorsed Rob Raney who will run for Selectman on the Republican ticket. Raney spoke after Francis. Standing on the Town Hall steps, he pointed to his childhood home and said Durham was a great place to grow up. Raney emphasized his family connections and said,
Republican Town Committee and treasurer of Francis’ first campaign, said, “Laura is terrific ... Her support goes beyond Durham. Many people support her.” Francis serves on regional boards including the Middlesex County Revitalization Commission, DEMHS Region 2 Emergency Planning Team, and the Workforce Alliance CEO Board. Francis referred to the local economy, saying, “I am mindful that many of us have been challenged by the economic decline over the past seven
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Library hours: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; closed Fridays and Saturdays. Book sale: The library has scheduled a paperback book sale for Saturday, June 13, 9 a.m. to noon. Passes, Zinio: The library has museum passes. Multiple state parks and forests are available. The library subscribes to Zinio. Patrons may access over a dozen different magazines online.
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Mystery Book Discussion, Tuesday, June 16, 7:30 p.m. “Cover of Snow” by Jenny Milchman. All are welcome. Teen Advisory Group (ages 12 to 18). Saturday, June 13, 3 to 4 p.m. The TAG meets once a month to discuss how to improve the library for young adults. Join the discussion.
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around, a large majority of eligible voters did not show up. margin, 565-535. In Durham, 960 people cast After that result, the Board of Education cut the budget ballots out of 4,963 eligible by just over $350,000, or ap- voters. The budget passed in both proximately 1 percent. Veronesi said, “The Board Durham and Middlefield. Durham vot[of Educaers approved tion] rethe budget by sponded to “This budget and 587-356. the people tonight’s successful Although who voted vote is a mark of by a much the budget smaller mardown by retrue collaboration gin, Middleducing the and teamwork.” f ield voters budget sigSuperintendent of Schools also approved nificantly Kathryn Veronesi the budget, and ac255-234. knowledged Traditionthe ‘yes’ voters by leaving academic ally, the school budget wins programming intact. The less approval in Middlefield $350,000 reduction was and budgets in other years made in areas that would have passed because Durham not impact students’ aca- approved it by a larger margin than Middlefield rejected demic experience.” “This budget and to- it. night’s successful vote is a mark of true collaboration and teamwork,” Veronesi said BOE chair Kerrie Flanagan USPS 021-924 said “I’m thrilled” after hearing the news. Flanagan said Published weekly by that more cuts would have been disruptive. Record-Journal at “I’m relieved because I 11 Crown Street, thought this was a great budMeriden, CT. get and we’ll continue our work of trying to improve Periodicals Postage Paid the school system,” Flanagan at Meriden, CT and at said. In the first referendum, additional mailing offices. a total of 1,100 people cast votes. P O S T M A S T E R: There were 1,432 votes cast Send address changes to in the second referendum, an Record-Journal, P.O. Box increase of 332. 915, Meriden CT 06450 Although turnout was 1265818 higher the second time From Page 1
“Durham has given me a lot. It’s given my kids a lot and I hope it gives my grandkids a lot.” Raney has served as the Chair of the Board of Assessment Appeals and has worked in IT consulting for 32 years. “I look forward to contributing to the direction Durham goes in, especially having so much family in town,” he said. Francis said that the Durham Republicans would field many candidates, “an amazing ticket” that would “move the town forward.”
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Government Meetings (Check the town website at www.townofdurhamct.org for updates.) Monday, June 8 Public Safety Facility Renovations Planning Committee, Durham Volunteer Firehouse, 7 p.m. Board of Selectmen, CRHS, 7 p.m. Inland/Wetlands, Town Hall, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 9 Conservation Commission, Library, 7 p.m. Library Board of Trustees, Library, 7:30 p.m. Durham Volunteer Fire Company, Durham Firehouse, 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 10 Joint Board Commission Meeting, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Board of Education, Brewster school, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11 Zoning Board of Appeals, Town Hall, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, June 14 Durham Volunteer Ambulance Corps, 25 Main St., 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 16 Board of Finance, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Agriculture Commission, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 17 Recreation Committee, Durham Activity Center, 7 p.m. Planning & Zoning, Library, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 18
Water Commission, Town Hall, 7 p.m. DMIAAB, Middlefield Community Center, 7 p.m. Monday, June 22 Public Safety Renovations Planning Committee, Durham Vol. Firehouse, 7 p.m. Board of Selectmen, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 24 Senior Citizen Board, 10 Canfield Lane, 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 30 Ethics Commission, Library, 7 p.m.
Middlefield Wednesday, June 10 Planning & Zoning, 6:30 p.m. Board of Education, Brewster school, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11 Board of Finance, Middlefield Community Center, 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 16 Conservation Committee, 6:30 p.m. Board of Selectmen, 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 17 Inland/Wetlands and Watercourses, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 18 DMIAAB, 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 23 Economic Development Commission, 7 p.m. Zoning Board of Appeals, 7 p.m. Thursday, June 25 Middlefield Housing Authority, Sugarloaf Terrace, 3 p.m.
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ment. A fee is charged. Program may be divided into two sessions, 9 to 10:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. to noon, depending on registration. Night Recreation Youth Group at Strong School and Camp Farnam Tuesday, June 30 through Thursday, Aug. 13, for students entering grades 5 to 8. Strong school on Tuesdays, 6 to 9 p.m., and Camp Farnam on Thursdays, 5 to 8 p.m. Open to Durham and Middlefield residents. Activities include table games, music, volleyball, basketball and special
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weather. Junior Counselor Program For students entering grade 8, to age 15. Students will volunteer and participate in all summer programs. No fee. Registration is required. Shoshin Ryu Classes are scheduled outside at Korn school on Mondays and at the Durham Activity Center on Thursdays, 6 to 8:30 p.m. For grades 2 to 8 and adults. A fee is charged. Open to all residents. For additional information, call Toby Bates at (860)
... and in Middlefield Middlef ield Parks and Recreation has scheduled its summer camps program. Programs are open to everyone, not just residents of Mid-
dlefield or Rockfall. For more office at (860) 349-7122. information and registration Summer camp forms, visit www.middlefieldSummer camp is scheduled parkandrecreation.com or for Monday, July 6 through call the Parks and Recreation Friday, August 14, at Memorial school, rain or shine. Theme days and optional trips are planned. Camp is open to children entering kindergarten through eighth Personalized Care for grade. Children, Teenagers, and Adults Sports camp and tennis camp • Invisalign • Flexible Financing Sports camp is scheduled • Clear Braces • Free Consultation for July 6 through 10 and Aug. 3 through 7, at Peckham Park JASON T. RANEY, DMD, LLC in Middlefield. Tennis camp is scheduled for July 13 through 1995 Coginchaug Graduate 17 and Aug. 10 through 14, at 2003 Uconn Dental School Graduate Brittany the District 13 courts behind Korn school. Blue Devils basketball clinics Basketball clinics are 85 Church St., Middletown, CT 06457 • (860) 228-9800 scheduled for boys entering grades 7 through 9 on June 29 through July 3 and July 6 through 10 for boys entering grades 3 through 6. The girls clinic is scheduled for July 6 through 10 for girls entering grades 3 through 7. The program meets at the CRHS gym. Women’s self-defense and NRA pistol course A Women’s Self-Defense Class is offered Wednesdays, July 1 through Aug. 12 with instructor Robert Bongiorno. is available for a limited time only A pistol permit certification class is scheduled for Available for Pickup and Delivery Sunday, July 12, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., in Guilford. The in(860) 349-1133 structor, John Sargent, is NRA Ask for Becky certified and CT DEEP certified. All materials will be provided. A fee is charged.
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Friday, June 5 Concert – Kalmia Garden Chamber Music and Arts Foundation has scheduled a Farmhouse Concert & Garden Tour for Friday, June 5, 7 p.m., 159 Middlefield Road. The program includes Beethoven Piano Trio, “Archduke” Opus 97 and Schumann’s Piano Quartet Opus 47. A fee is charged. Garden tours are available one hour before the concert. Call (860) 349-8415 or visit farmhouseconcerts.com. Tot Time – MOMS Club of Durham/Middlefield has scheduled Tot Times for Fridays, 10 a.m., at Peckham Park, Middlefield. Durham and Middlefield babies, toddlers and children are welcome. No registration required. For more information, email momsdurhammiddlefield@gmail.com.
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Letters to the Editor Beware the P.C. police To the editor: I’ve read that both the Town of Durham and the illustrious Ted Kennedy Jr. are planning to ban the use of Roundup to kill weeds alongside our roadways. That begs the question, “you ever hear of a Farmall tractor and a sickle bar to lay the hay and weeds down neatly on the side of the road?” Those days are gone, but the obsession with bans on useful pesticides is a politically correct joke. The reason for that is my generation is afraid of death, and any little thing that is known to cause cancer – which is called life – must be banned, and with the same old mantra that it is “for the children.” I’d rather see the use of good old D.D.T than a million people dying of ma-
laria, children included. I’d rather see people eat too, and not starve to death, and feed the world with the reasonable use of pesticides in agriculture. The politically correct crowd is nuts. They fear of death with all of deaths’ many causes because they don’t believe in a higher authority other than themselves. Hey, you’re going to die. Something is going to get you. The odds are it won’t be Roundup, unless you’re stupid enough to drink a gallon of it, in which case it would only be natural selection. But I will say that if you have been a smoker for 30 years, science has proven that if you quit now you will suffer for five more minutes on the respirator at the end of your life. Grow up. Mark J. Czaja Middlefield
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Chill, you’ll dig this Groovy. Gnarly. Hang loose. Outta sight. Far out. That is so boss. Keep on truckin.’ It’s a gas. Tooling around. Hang ten. Neat. Cool. That’s heavy. Let it all hang out. Peace out. Don’t wig out. Right on. When I was coming of age – a mere lass crossing the ocean on the Mayflower – these were some of the words and phrases the youth of the day were slipping into their conversation (My shipmates will know what they mean.) It seems that every generation has their own language, and here’s a sample, gleaned from the Internet, of “hip” words that were characteristic of the ages, past and present. The 1920s Applesauce-nonsense spilling out of someone’s mouth; the bee’s knees-someone or something that is great; the berries-something you love; the big cheese-an important person; the cat’s meow-something g reat; cheaters-glasses; copacetic-awesome; darb-something or someone who is cool; dogs-feet; drugstore cowboy-a guy hanging around on street corners trying to pick up girls; flat tire-a boring person; giggle water-an alcoholic drink; hard-boiledrefers to someone without
feeling; high-hat-a snobbish person; hokum-nonsense; hooch-homemade booze; the real McCoy-something that is authentic; sob sister-a female news reporter who reports emotionally in order to evoke a reaction from her audience; spifficated-drunk; struggle buggy-the back seat of a car (referring to its use for romantic liaisons); moll-a gangster’s girlfriend; bluenose-an excessively puritanical person.
Today BFF-best friends forever; dope-cool or awesome; fly-a term used by boys to refer to a girl they find attractive; hardcore-an intense experience, either good or bad; my bad-my mistake; sick-describes someone or something that is cool or awesome; tight-close in a relationship; tool-someone who is stupid or a “geek;” wanksta-refers to a person who is trying to act tough, but isn’t really pulling it off. The 1970s Well, I’m going to bounce. Smokey-a policeman; can you dig it?-can you under- The sun is out and I’m not, stand it?; catch you on the and there is definitely someflip-side-see you later; the thing wrong with that picture. man-someone in author- I’m going to hang loose and ity, especially a govern- chill by my stream, because ment official; dig-to really that’s just such a groovy thing like something; bad-refers to do. I mean, it’s the bee’s to something really good; knees. It’s the berries. And f u n k a d e l i c - b o t h a w e - if you’re wishing me a lovely some and funky; chill-re- day, backatcha. Peace out. And may the lax; bam!-as awesome as it gets; dank-awesome, cool; Force be with you. Diana Carr, a resident of jive turkey-someone who acts like they know what Durham, is a certified life they’re talking about, but coach who was trained by doesn’t; catch you on the Martha Beck. You can contact rebound-catch up with you her at princessdi7@sbcglobal. later; dy-no-mite-awesome; net.
TECHNO Camp 2015 schedule set Vinal Technical High School in Middletown has scheduled its TECHNO Camp 2015 schedule. TECHNO Camp is open to students entering eighth grade interested in career opportunities in trades such as manufacturing, carpentry, collision repair, HVAC, computer assisted design, information systems technology, hairdressing and cosmetology, electrical and
backatcha!-same to you; may the Force be with you-a phrase used to wish someone good luck, usually when they are taking leave of you.
electromechanical. The program runs for 12 days at the Vinal Tech High School campus, 60 Daniels St., Middletown, June 29 through July 16, Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. There is no cost to attend TECHNO Camp. For more information, contact Lyn Caliendo at (860) 344-7100, ext. 6 or the middle school guidance office.
Car Show The 10th annual E.J.K. Car Show is scheduled for Saturday, June 6, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Xavier High School, 181 Randolph Road. \ A fee is charged. The event, in memory of Eric Kalber, who lost his life at the age of 20, is in its final year. Aside from the car show, the event includes food, raffles, music and Champions Karate School Demo Team. Proceeds benefit the Eric J. Kalber Memorial Scholarship. For more information, call (860) 870-8590, email ejkcarshow@gmail,com or visit www.ejkcarshow.com.
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How to avoid weight Family caregiver series planned gain over weekends By Jane Grant Do you find that you eat really well all week long and then get completely off track from Friday through Sunday? If so, you’re not alone. Weight gain from Friday through Sunday is a real thing. A recent study from Cornell University found that most of us gain weight on Saturday and Sunday, thanks to weekend socializing and indulgences. Weight fluctuations are normal, a pound or two up or down, here or there, is absolutely normal. But for many, the shock and horror of what the scale says on Monday morning is likely due to what was eaten since Friday. But it doesn’t have to be this way. If you want to achieve and
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the 2-mile hike. Meet at the main parking lot. Contact Lucy at Lucy@EveryoneOutside.org. Concert – Kalmia Garden Chamber Music and Arts Foundation has scheduled a Farmhouse Concert & Garden Tour for Saturday, June 6, 3 p.m., 159 Middlefield Road. The program includes Beethoven Piano Trio, “Archduke” Opus 97 and Schumann’s Piano Quartet Opus 47. A fee is charged. Garden tours are available one hour before the concert. Call (860) 349-8415 or visit farmhouseconcerts.com.
Tag sale – Middlefield Federated Church, 402 Main St., has scheduled a tag sale for Saturday, June 6, 8 a.m. to noon, rain or shine. Furniture, home accessories, children’s toys and more. Proceeds benefit HELO Haiti orphanage. Farmers’ Market – The Dudley Farm Farmers’ Market, 2351 Durham Road, North Guilford, is scheduled for Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The market offers local and organic seasonal fruits and vegetables, baked goods, eggs, flowers, herbs and potted plants, honey and maple syrup, jam and jellies, naturally raised meat and pickles. Call (860) 349-3917 or visit www.dudleyfarm.com.
Car show – The Durham Middlefield Local Wellness Coalition has scheduled its first annual car show fundraiser for Saturday, June 6, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Coginchaug Regional High School, 135 Pickett Lane. Rain date is June 7. Event includes raffles, bake sale, trophies for cars, trucks and motorcycles. A fee is charged for entries. Spectators are free. Proceeds benefit Coginchaug’s Project Graduation. For more information, contact Stephanie Moran at stephanie@dmlwc. org or (860) 349-0258 or visit www.dmlwc.org. Tag sale – Notre Dame Church, 280 Main St., has scheduled its monthly tag sale/flea market for Saturday, June 6, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Breakfast and lunch will be available in the parish hall. The event offers clothing, decor, collectibles, furniture and more. Call Bob Smith at (860) 349-0356 or
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Sunday, June 7 Rabies clinic - Durham Animal Response Team has scheduled a rabies clinic for Sunday, June 7, 9 a.m. to noon, at the Durham Fairgrounds Medical Building. There is a fee. Cash only. Dogs must be leashed; cats in carriers. Previous vaccination certificate needed for threeyear rabies vaccination. All towns welcome. Licensing available for Durham residents. Call (860) 349-0410. Women of the Woods hike - Women of the Woods has scheduled a hike for Sunday, June 7, 10 a.m., at Miller Pond State Park. The four-mile hike includes lunch on Bear Rock. Pre-registration is required. For more information and to register, contact Lucy at Lucy@Everyone Outside. org or (860) 395-7771.
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Friday, June 12 Tot Time – MOMS Club of Durham/Middlefield has scheduled Tot Times for Fridays, 10 a.m., at Peckham Park, Middlefield. Durham and Middlefield babies, toddlers and children are welcome. No registration required. Email momsdurhammiddlefield@gmail.com.
Saturday, June 13 Garden tour – The Totoket Historical Society of North Branford has scheduled a garden tour for Saturday, June 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call Jeanne at (203) 484-2086. Community supper - A free community supper is scheduled for Sunday, June 14, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., at the Church of the Epiphany, 196 Main St. All are welcome.
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Schools BOE wrestles with presenting Korn decision
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At its regular meeting on May 27, the Board of Education discussed publicly presenting the factors that put the BOE on the verge of recommending the closure of Korn Elementary School after the 2015-2016 school year and the timing of that decision. A report from the BOE’s Ut i l i za t i o n Co m m i tte e, which will recommend moving RSD13 from six to four schools, has not yet been released to the public and the full board has yet to officially accept or endorse it. That report also will recommend closing Korn as an early first step to a full reconfiguration and a board endorsement of that move could come before the summer. Chair of the Utilization
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Rocket science at Strong school CRHS awards set Coginchaug Regional High School has scheduled its Senior Awards Ceremony for Tuesday, June 9, 7 p.m., at the Coginchaug auditorium. Seniors will be recognized for many accomplishments. Members of the junior, sophomore, and freshmen
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From left, Andrew Nizen, Aiden Moore and Terry Lockwood hold one of the rockets built by Strong school’s red team in science class. | Mark Dionne / Town Times titude. “This is the first year we’re doing it so we’re going with the app.” If the teachers use rockets again next year, Broggi said, they could get more complicated with the math. Three volunteers from the CATO Rocketry Club assisted with launch day. Volunteers also came into the classroom to talk about rocketry, recomSee Rocket / Page 14
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Eighth grade students from Strong Middle School’s red team gathered on the soccer field May 28 to use model rockets as part of their studies on the laws of physics. “One of the units we do is forces and motion and so we learned about Newton’s Laws and they’re basically using rocketry and collecting data and applying what they learned about Newton’s Laws,” said teacher Maura Broggi who directed the project with help from volunteer rocketry hobbyists. Wo rk i n g i n p a r t n e r ships, 107 students built and launched 55 rockets. Students recorded the weight of the rocket and the height of the flight. “If everyone’s using the same strength engine, that’s equal force, and they should see the relationship that the lighter the rocket, the higher the altitude,” Broggi said. Students used an app on smart phones to calculate al-
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Rocket project and were on hand on launch day. “They’ve been fantastic,” mend models, and assist with Broggi said of the CATO the construction. “We pride ourselves on volunteers. The CATO club launches outreach,” said Eric Henderson, vice president of the rockets from White’s Farm in club. Henderson said that Durham on the third Saturday rockets provide an oppor- of every month at 10 a.m. The models were built with tunity to learn about math, physics, and design. “We take kits and decorated by the time to volunteer to do this. students. Variations in paint, glue, Most eyes pointed skyward during the flights. Our goal is to facilitate the Strong students Jake teachers and make their lives and stickers created varia| Mark Dionne / Town Times Milardo and Evan Wenchell tions in weight. If the proeasier.” weigh their rocket, jokingly their rocket Elsa, “because Club President Brad Oes- gram continues, the rockets own rockets. named “Evan Did All The Savings! Students Mackenzie Deane we wanted to sing ‘Let it treicher and member Dave can get more complicated as Instant Work.” | Mark Town Times Cannell also helped with the well, including design-your- and Julia Kaliszewski named Go!’” Mackenzie said, in refNoDionne out /of pocket expense! erence to the movie Frozen. Not a single penny! According to their data, the two ounce rocket reached an altitude of 98 feet. Elsa did not launch comMike Johansen 203-376-1840 pletely as designed. Field Energy Consultant mjohansen@solarcity.com “We made a cape for it,” Julia said, “but it would add www.mikejohansen.com drag ... and it could have MikeCOSTS Johansen caught on fire.” The CATO TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR ENERGY Field Energy Consultant supervisors made them lose Eff 5/8: Correction: Change 25+ years experience to: 30+ 203-376-1840 the cape. YearsInstant Experience mjohansen@solarcity.com Savings! The girls said their first No out of pocket expense! www.mikejohansen.com time launching rockets was Proofs To: cventerprisesllc@gmail.com and: jboone@towmNot a single penny! fun. A Better Way! TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR ENERGY COSTS times.com The students spent about Mike Johansen 203-376-1840 six class periods on the projField Energy Consultant mjohansen@solarcity.com Michael Haglund 860-759-2432 ect. “When we go back to the www.mikejohansen.com classroom, we’re going to TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR ENERGY COSTS be graphing the data ... and PAVING they’re also going to be writ(30+ yrs Exp.) (25+ yrs. Exp.) ing a reflection and giving an CT REG. #580903 overview,” Broggi said. “It’s • Water Problems & Drainage Work generated a ton of interest. The kids have been really • Lot Clearing • Tree & Stump Removal • Concrete involved.” CT Lic. #606458 Durham/ In Durham LICENSED & INSURED Middlefield Call Charlie We work 24/7 Creating & Maintaining Beautiful Landscapes From Page 13
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Flanagan said, “We don’t have numbers but it’s very clear ... it [keeping six schools] is detracting from our ability to provide for the academic requirements of our students.” With so many moving parts, Flanagan said, the board would have to endorse a direction to fully study the ramifications. The next BOE meeting is Wednesday, June 10 at 7:30 p.m. at Brewster school. As of press time, no date was set for a June presentation.
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tion or panel discussion in 2015. The report and anticiJune to give the board time to vote on closing Korn before pated public presentation the summer. In order to begin will be missing some specific figures. planning, VeBOE chair ronesi said, Ke r r i e F l a “the summer “We think that nagan noted is critical.” closing Korn can that the reAccording work in total with port does to Business all respects.” n o t s p e c i fManager ically cite Ro n Me l BOE member Bob Fulton savings from nik, budgets any closfor school year 2016-2017, potentially ings or expenses to alter post-closing, are due back other schools for additional from the schools on Nov. 1, classrooms.
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More time, Veronesi said, would also help keep the process respectful and open. Fulton said that the Utilization Committee consulted with Veronesi to make sure the earlier than expected closing of Korn met the district’s building and academic needs. “We worked with Dr. Veronesi and her staff ... we think that closing Korn can work in total with all respects,” Fulton said. BOE members proposed holding a public presenta-
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