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Having been accepted into the Fullbright Teacher Exchange Program, teacher Charla Klein will be teaching at Kelso Secondary School in Scotland for the fall semester.
“A few parents have called me about their concerns. I understand the parent’s apprehension, but [ Scottish exchange teacher] Mrs. Schouller will be prepared when students come on the first day of school.” said principal, Bruce Dubes.
Though the Fulbright Teacher Exchange program is a great accomplishment, concerned has been raised about the curriculum requirements of the TAKS test, and whether or not Mrs. Schouller will be able to properly prepare the students.
“When I told my classes that I would be leaving in the fall, some of them were worried about the TAKS test, but I assured them they would do fine. Besides that, I am only leaving for the semester, and I am leaving my lesson plans from last year.” said Klein.
Due to the fact that many of her students are worried about the TAKS test, Klein is leaving her previous lesson plans so that they are prepared.
“The math department will work with Mr. Dubes and Mrs. Scouller to ensure that she has all of the support that she needs.” said math department chair, Janelle Vander.
Because of Ms. Schouller’s new appearance at the school, the school staff will work with her to prepare for the fall semester.
“I am a little anxious about Ms. Klein leaving. Ms. Klein is my algebra teacher this year, and I wanted her next year, too.” said freshman Melissa Staff
Ms. Klein’s absence for the fall semester leaves many students anxious about their new teacher from Scotland, but Klein reassures the students that they will do fine on the TAKS test.
“We certainly will miss Ms. Klein, but this is an exciting opportunity for her.” said Vander.
Journalism Story 1
Logan Goodwin 11-13-14
The vote to overturn principal Tonya King’s decision to deny junior Jim Stack’s violation of the hair policy, to donate to the Locks of Love foundation a foundation that provides wigs to families effected by cancer, will be held Monday at 7pm.
“Had I approved Jim’s request, then I would have students every day asking if they also could break the dress code. We have rules for a reason.” said Principal Tonya King.
Jim Stack’s a junior at Leaguetown High had requested to grow his hair out past ten inches to donate to the Locks of Love foundation.
“Donating my hair to Locks of Love is a very special project to me. Not very many donate hair. Anyone can donate money, but it takes time and dedication to grow your hair.” said Stacks.
Stacks has experienced the helping hand of the Locks of Love foundation for his sister whom was recently given a clean bill of health.
“We desperately need human hair for our wigs.” said Locks of Love president Gisel Roco.
The Locks of Love foundation receives 200 requests a month from families who cannot afford a wig and have to turn down 150.
“Rules were made to be broken, and this is a very good reason to break one.” said student council president Gilbert Castillo