Oscar Foss Memorial Library News
New
Hampshire Author & Craftsman Kevin Martin
Join us at
the Oscar Foss Memorial Library on Friday, October 3rd at 7pm as NH
author & wooden boat craftsman Kevin Martin describes scenic hikes to
view some of the largest trees New Hampshire has to offer. Check out his
book, “Big Trees of New Hampshire” at the library and visit his website
at
kevinmartin.wcha.org to learn more.
Don Watson
Visits Library
On
Thursday, October 9th at 6:30pm the Oscar Foss Memorial Library welcomes
Don Watson, singer, song writer, and creator of the Belknap Hiker patch.
Join us to learn about trail updates, trail safety, new maps, and new
land conservation additions in the Belknap Range. Find out what 12 peaks
you can climb to get a Belknap Hikers patch and where the waterfalls,
caves, and the best views are. We will also be enjoying a couple of
songs from Don about New Hampshire as well.
Library
Online Resources
Not sure
where to look for information, articles, or books by your favorite
author? Just visit the library or go to our website at oscarfoss.org for
a variety of online resources. Our site is easy to navigate and we have
numerous links for you to get to the information you need quickly. Just
ask a librarian or call us at the library if you have any questions
about our online resources.
Please call
the library (269-3900) or visit our website (oscarfoss.org) for more
information about these or any of our other programs or events. There is
always something happening at the Oscar Foss Memorial Library! Library
Hours are: Monday; 2pm-8pm, Tuesday & Wednesday; 10am-5pm, Thursday;
5pm-8pm, Friday; 2pm-5pm, Saturday; 9am-Noon.
Elizabeth
Lichtenberg Named 2015
New Hampshire Teacher Of The Year
Commissioner of Education Virginia M. Barry, Ph.D., announced that
Elizabeth Lichtenberg, a fourth grade teacher at Alton Central School,
is the 2015 New Hampshire Teacher of the Year. In receiving this award,
Ms. Lichtenberg becomes New Hampshire’s candidate for National Teacher
of the Year.
“Selecting
a Teacher of the Year is an exceptional way to celebrate the many
outstanding and dedicated people teaching in New Hampshire schools,”
said Commissioner Barry. “Every year the selection committee is amazed
by how difficult it is to select a recipient to continue the proud
tradition of teaching excellence in our state. Liz will serve as a
leader and ambassador for all the outstanding teachers devoted to the
highest level of student learning in their classrooms.”
Ms.
Lichtenberg has been a part of the Alton community for five years. The
selection committee recognized her innate ability to develop authentic
relationships with her students. Her generous and optimistic demeanor
welcomes students into the learning environment where she prides herself
on providing the individual guidance, motivation, and nurturing each
student needs to find success. Elizabeth puts great pride in ensuring
the students are having fun, but requires that her students take risks
as she makes every effort to facilitate growth and change by working
closely with both students and parents. Her efforts in the classroom
extend beyond the classroom doors as she connects her community to her
classroom through a rich student centered curriculum. Her commitment to
her students and their families, her school, and her community are
remarkable.
Liz wrote
in her application, “Each day I work to create an environment where my
students feel an ownership over their own learning, make connections,
and become intrinsically motivated because they can see how what they
are learning and doing makes a difference in their community.”
Her former
principal, Sydney Leggett, wrote in her letter of recommendation,
“Elizabeth Lichtenberg is an exceptional teacher and leader in our
community at Alton Central School who inspires children, other teachers,
and parents to be and do their best.”
New
Hampshire Teacher of the Year Finalists are: Patricia Edson, a
Kindergarten teacher at Carpenter Elementary School, Wolfeboro; Matthew
Liebenow, a Physical Education teacher at Pine Tree School, Center
Conway; Tina Mulleavay, a Social Studies teacher at Manchester High
School West; and Kirsten Werne, a Mathematics teacher at Hollis
Brookline Middle School. Semi-finalists are: Amanda Eaton, a first grade
teacher at Wilkins School, Amherst; Kristina Peterson, an English
teacher at Exeter High School; and Erica Ferland, a Science teacher at
Stevens High School, Claremont.
In New
Hampshire, Hannaford Supermarkets is proud to partner with the
Department of Education to sponsor the New Hampshire Teacher of the Year
program. As a company, Hannaford is committed to enriching the quality
of life in the communities they serve. One way to do this is by
supporting the Teacher of the Year Program that recognizes the
significant contributions made by the many dedicated professionals who
choose to make teaching their calling.
Each year,
New Hampshire schools take part in the State and National Teacher of the
Year Program. The National Teacher of the Year Program is a project of
the Council of Chief State School Officers in partnership with the Voya
Foundation and People to People Ambassador Programs. The National
Teacher of the Year Program began in 1952 and continues as the oldest,
most prestigious national honors program that focuses public attention
on excellence in teaching.
In early
December, these finalists and the 2015 NH Teacher of the Year will be
invited to a “Leadership in Education Banquet” to celebrate their
accomplishments along with other distinguished educators in the State.
The
selection process for the 2015 NH Teacher of the Year program was
coordinated by a committee including: Jean-Marie Beauchemin, Hannaford
Supermarkets Retail Operations Support Specialist; Cindy Chagnon, NH
State Board of Education; Ginny Clifford, Bureau of Credentialing, NH
Department of Education; Joey Lee, 2014 NH Teacher of the Year; Peggy
McAllister, NH Association of School Principals Executive Director; and
Heidi Welch, 2013 NH Teacher of the Year.
For more
information about this and other award/recognition programs coordinated
through the Department of Education log on to
www.education.nh.gov/recognition/index.htm or contact Lori Temple,
Public Information Officer at (603) 271-6646 or e-mail
[email protected].
To contact
Alton Central School please call (603) 875-7500.
Letter To
The Editor
I would
like to thank the voters of Barnstead for taking the time on September
9th to cast their votes and for the strong support received. I
appreciate the trust you have given, and will continue to keep my
promises.
On November
4th, you will again be voting for state representative. I will keep my
eye on the legislative process, for lower taxes, strong families,
limited government, and liberty founded on personal responsibility.
Thank you
again for your support in the primary.
Sincerely,
Guy Comtois
State
Representative
Belknap
District 7