HAITI - SURVIVAL KIT DRIVE

I thought I'd spread the word on this...

What: The National Organization for the Advancement of Haitians (NOAH) will be conducting a Survival Kit Drive for the victims of the earthquake in Haiti.

When: Sunday, January 17 from 11:00am-4:00pm.

Where: Embassy of the Republic of Haiti

2311 Massachusetts Ave NW

Washington, DC 20008

ITEMS BEING COLLECTED: Baby formula (dry/powder), Baby wipes, Baby bottles, Diapers, Baby clothes, Toiletries (shampoo, soap, toothpaste), Hand sanitizer, Vitamins, First aid kits, Over the counter medicines, Socks, Blankets, Mosquito repellent, Flashlights, Batteries, Candles, Flip flops, T-shirts, pants, lightweight jackets, Non perishable food--in openable cans.

THE STATE OF SHAW MIDDLE SCHOOL SUMMIT & OPEN HOUSE

Ever wonder what is happening at the Shaw Middle School? Why the students are in the Garnet-Patterson Building on 10th & U St. NW, and not at the Shaw campus? This weekend Principal Brian Betts will be opening the doors of his school to the community to answer these questions and more.

Where: The Garnet-Patterson Building, 2001 10th St. NW

When: Saturday, January 9th, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm with lunch provided

What: Open house sessions to include:

-Daily life of students.

-Literacy/math initiatives.

-On-going teacher professional development.

-Data driven instruction.

-Frequent monitoring of student progress.

-Full service school model.