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April 23, 2009

	Regional College Fair at Monticello
	Junior Law Cadet Program
	2nd Annual Construction Rodeo
	2009 Charlottesville Community Job Fair
	University of Virginia Apprenticeship Program for Seniors
	Teacher Appreciation Week - Reminder
	Crozet Library Programs
	Community Forum on Gangs and Gang Activity

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Regional College Fair at Monticello

Monticello High School will host the Regional College Fair on  
Wednesday, April 29th, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.  Approximately 100  
colleges and universities, trade schools and community colleges will  
be present to visit with parents and students.  This is a wonderful  
opportunity to learn more about their campuses, curriculum and  
financial aid opportunities, as well as to begin making plans for  
education past high school.

This fair is free and open to the public.  The flyer listing all  
schools represented at the fair is available at the link below.  For  
more information contact the Monticello High School Counseling  
Department at (434) 244-3110 . Monticello High School is located at  
1400 Independence Way, Charlottesville, VA.

CLICK HERE to view the Event Flyer Listing All Schools Represented at  
the Fair

Junior Law Cadet Program

The annual Junior Law Cadet program is a week long summer training  
program for high school students interested in careers in Law  
Enforcement who have completed their junior year. Cadets experience a  
life similar to a trooper-in-training, complete with daily room  
inspections and training by state police instructors on Department  
operations, tactical team operations, officer survival, undercover  
operations, driver improvement, defensive tactics, observation of  
Medivac operations, water safety training, firearms safety and  
narcotics detection using police canines.

As part of their training, the cadets also undergo a variety of  
physical agility exercises used in the Virginia State Police  
applicant testing process.

“This is an excellent opportunity and practical experience for  
students to learn first-hand what it’s like to be a State Police  
trooper,” said Colonel W. Steven Flaherty, Superintendent of the  
Virginia State Police. “The Junior Law Cadet program is one of the  
best ways for our Department to make contact and build positive  
relationships with Virginia’s youth, especially for those interested  
in pursuing a career in law enforcement.”

The American Legion selects and sponsors the students to represent  
the organization’s Virginia districts. The 20th American Legion/ 
Virginia State police Junior Law Cadet Program has been scheduled for  
in June 14-19, 2009, at the Virginia State Police Academy in  
Richmond.  Applicants must have a driver's license or learners' permit.

The Brochure and application can be downloaded by following this  
link: http://www.valegion.org/pdf_files/Jr_law.pdf

Contact Caroline Bertrand for more information   
mailto:cbertrand at k12albemarle.org
2nd Annual Construction Rodeo

AGCVA is proud to announce the Second Annual Rodeo Competition and  
Construction Equipment and Products Show being held on Saturday, May  
2, 2009 from 9 AM to 3 PM at Piedmont Virginia Community College. The  
Rodeo is designed to be a complete construction exposition where  
those in the industry can display and promote their products and  
skills. Construction products and equipment will be on display, as  
well as having representatives from professional companies that do  
business with contractors.

The Rodeo competition includes backhoe, skidloader, excavator, and  
mini-excavator competitions where operators can demonstrate their  
skill (or lack thereof) in equipment safety, object placement,  
obstacle course and more.  Professionals and amateurs welcome!  This  
year there are two new events: a carpentry competition and masonry  
demonstration.

Exhibitors will include: construction equipment dealers and  
suppliers, specialty contractors, insurance, bonding companies,  
etc... any firm that makes its living from the construction industry.

While the big kids run the heavy equipment, the little people can  
compete in their own events and climb on machines displayed just for  
them.  Contact Caroline Bertrand at WAHS for more information  
mailto:cbertrand at k12albemarle.org.

2009 Charlottesville Community Job Fair

Monday, April 27, 2009

10:00am to 3:00pm at the Omni Hotel in Downtown Charlottesville

More than 70 employers from a wide variety of industries such as  
hospitality, healthcare, retail, food service, education, and  
government will be participating and recruiting for open positions.

Employment resources for job seekers such as help with interviewing  
skills and résumé writing will also be available on-site.

Interested attendees should follow these tips for success at a job fair:
Dress for Success – Wear Interview Clothing
Come Alone – Do Not Bring Children
Bring Your Résumé – At Least 20 Copies
Take Notes – Follow Up with Potential Employers After the Fair
Network – Talk to Others While Waiting
60 Second Introduction – Practice Introducing Yourself in One Minute

The Job Fair is sponsored by the City of Charlottesville in  
partnership with the County of Albemarle, Connecting People to Jobs,  
the Department of Rehabilitative Services, the International Rescue  
Committee, National College, Piedmont Housing Alliance, Piedmont  
Workforce Network, Urban Vision, the Virginia Employment Commission,  
and the Virginia Workforce Network.

For more information, please contact Mary Grant with the City of  
Charlottesville Department of Social Services at (434) 970-3458 or  
Hollie Lee with the City of Charlottesville Office of Economic  
Development at (434) 970-3117.

Please click here for a list of participating employers and open  
positions.


Contact Caroline Bertrand at WAHS for more information  
mailto:cbertrand at k12albemarle.org.

University of Virginia Apprenticeship Program for Seniors

The University of Virginia Apprenticeship Program offers highly  
motivated applicants an opportunity to learn a skilled trade through  
a strong combination of on-the-job training, technical education and  
classroom instruction in a four-year program. Recruitment for the  
Apprenticeship Program is now in full swing!

Applicants must be able to meet the physical requirements for their  
prospective trades. They must be a high school graduate or hold a  
General Education Development (GED) Certificate and be at least 18  
years of age by the time new apprentices begin work on August 1.

The new apprentice opportunities listed below are posted on-line at  
https://jobs.virginia.edu from April 13 through May 1.  These  
opportunities are for both internal and external applicants and  
application is done on-line ONLY.

This year, we will be recruiting for 6 apprenticeships:

·         Two electrician apprentices at Health System Physical Plant

·         Two HVAC apprentices at Health System Physical Plant

·         One electronics technician apprentice for Systems Control  
in Energy & Utilities

·         One electronics technician apprentice for the Elevator Shop  
in Operations & Maintenance

Contact Caroline Bertrand at WAHS for more information  
mailto:cbertrand at k12albemarle.org.

Teacher Appreciation Week - Reminder

Please Volunteer!

GIFTS - We want to make sure every staff member gets something. White  
elephant gifts, gift certificates, gift baskets, plants, coupons,  
etc. Anything you think a teacher would appreciate! Re-gifted items  
are perfect. If someone has a business that could donate, that would  
be great. Or, just pick up a present and send it in. Cheryl Parks  
will handle making the baskets and wrapping. All gift items need to  
be delivered by May 1.  These items can be marked "for Teacher  
Appreciation" and left at the main office.

CAR WASH - Jim Plews-Ogan will be running the car wash on Tuesday,  
May 5.  We need volunteers to help wash, 3 parents per shift  
(9:00-11:30 or 11:30-2:00.)

TEACHER'S LUNCHEON - Wednesday, May 6
We need:
	Paper table cloths for the tables
	Drinks
	Bread
	Cups, plates, napkins, utensils
	Disposable servings spoons (10-12)
	Plastic Wrap and Large Ziploc bags
	Big Bowl for ice and an ice scoop
	Pitcher for Water
	FOOD  We need 20 main dishes (ready to serve), 20 sides/salads and  
20 desserts. Something we've never done before, but would be really  
nice: Make a card to label your dish and list the ingredients. Send  
in a copy of the recipe, as teachers often ask for them. Not  
necessary, but a nice touch.

We are REALLY in need of massage therapists; if anyone is one or has  
contacts. We have none at this point!.

If you can assist with any of the above please contact Debbie  
Jackson: mailto:DSJ1950 at aol.com

Crozet Library Programs

Saturday, May 2nd is special for two reasons at the Crozet Library!

First, we're celebrating Free Comic Book Day by giving away comics,  
starting when we open at nine AM for as long as they last!  Comics  
will be special "Free Comic Book Day" editions, and there will be  
titles suitable for ALL AGES and interests.

Second, we're having another afternoon of gaming at "It's Your Turn"  
from 2-4pm.  Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join us for board  
and card games as well as video games for Wii and PS2.  Bring games  
from home if you have them, bring a friend, and join us for the fun.  
No registration necessary, just drop in.

Community Forum on Gangs and Gang Activity

A free Community Forum on Gangs and Gang Activity will be held on  
April 27th and 28th from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Monticello  
High School Forum. The presentation will raise public awareness  
regarding gangs, share prevention strategies that schools have in  
place, provide a list of community resources, and highlight how  
parents and citizens can get involved in preventing gang activity in  
our area.  A short documentary filmed in Virginia will also be  
presented.  Representatives from the Virginia Attorney General's  
office and members of the joint Albemarle-Charlottesville Gang  
Initiative Team will be present to answer questions.

Gang violence is an ongoing serious problem, and states are working  
with communities throughout the United States to stem the growing  
violence amongst our youth.  Many communities deny a local presence  
of gang activity, as they consider it a 'larger city problem.'  
However, gangs are moving their base of operations to smaller  
communities and towns across the nation.  Albemarle County and the  
City of Charlottesville are not immune to gang activities, as  
evidenced by recent violent attacks on innocent victims, and  
increased graffiti on buildings, bridges and streets. In order for  
communities to stem the growth and discourage gangs from building a  
base of operation in their community, residents need to be aware of  
the signs of gang activity in their neighborhood, their shopping  
centers; schools, parks, highways, bridges and recreational areas and  
be prepared to take action to stop it before it takes hold. Improving  
awareness of gangs is one of the most important ways to stem activity  
in a community and to reach parents of youth who may be at risk for  
joining a gang.

The forum is sponsored by the Albemarle County Police Department, the  
Albemarle Commonwealth's Attorney and Albemarle County Public  
Schools.  It is free and open to the public.

CLICK HERE for the EVENT FLYER

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Mark Your Calendar

	April 24 & 25, Friday & Saturday - Western Spring Musical -  
Cinderella 7:30 PM

	April 28, Tuesday - Spring Orchestra/Choir Concert 7:00 PM Auditorium

	April 29, Wednesday - College Fair -  Monticello High School - 6:30  
- 8:30 PM

	May 3, Sunday - WAHS Band Concert 3:30 PM

	May 4, Monday - High School Summer School Registration

   [Click here for the 2008-09 school year calendar PDF]

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Links

Western Albemarle High School Homepage

The WAHS PTO website at: http://www.wahspto.com/

Parent Council

The School Division website at: http://www.k12albemarle.org/

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