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With the winding down of this blog, I have gathered the bottom-line information, here. The posts listed below cut to the chase: the cold hard stats that prove that Henry outperforms, not just the rest of the district, not just charters, but the state overall. Need objective proof that your kids won't necessarily do better in a charter, or suburban, or even a high-priced charter school? It's all right here.There are many more posts with useful information throughout Knowing Henry. Parent testimonials. Information about the art and music programs, sports, trips, and more.(some of the posts contain external links to news reports that may no longer be active)How do the academics compare to other schools?... Read the rest of "If you read no other posts on Knowing Henry"
Monday, December 77:00 - 8:30 p.m., and begins on timeSpecial Guest: Henry Principal Caren TrantasEmail to R.S.V.P. or for more information.Looking into school options for your child(ren)? Thinking about Henry, but want to know what it's really like? Unanswered concerns or questions? Join current Henry parents to learn about life in and around the school. Come with questions, or just to listen. We've been hosting these meetings, monthly-ish ... Read the rest of "Final meeting, December 7"
Ok, best comment I got on the blog (not counting the ones I got on Facebook), was from Merci:  With a line like that, how could I resist...see you all soon!  ... Read the rest of "Coming Soon..."
The fake Santa Claus jostled into place the loose bed pillows underneath his bright red borrowed suit. With his body perspiring in the thick costume, he waddled into a fourth grade elementary school classroom yelping a round of his best ho-ho-ho’s. The elementary school children responded favorably with surprise and adulation. Twenty-four hours earlier, the fun-loving man playing iconic Santa Claus provided custodial care by wielding a wet mop in this same classroom. In on the ruse, the teacher welcomed Santa Claus with Season’s Greetings.
“Merry Christmas!” shouted Santa Claus to Jewish and Gentile children alike.
The man playing Santa Claus had a pinch too much entertainer in him for perhaps even the Macy’s Thanksgiving parade. He moved around the... Read the rest of "Yes Jiminy There Isn't a Santa Claus"
Everyone is, of course, in a complete tizzy this morning since we are expected to get an inch three inches or less of snow.
The supermarket must be packed this morning. French toast and toilet paper!
Snow always reminds me of this Dar Williams song:
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I thought that was just the taste!
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J. (AP) – December 4, 2009 (WPVI) — Unilever PLC’s U.S. subsidiary says it has recalled all canned Slim Fast drinks because of the possibility of bacterial contamination that could cause diarrhea, nausea and vomiting.... Read the rest of "Oh"
WR Norwood Ready to "Do Whatever Is Asked"
The guys over at Bleed Green managed to land an interview with our newest Eagle, wide receiver Jordan Norwood. Norwood discusses his collegiate career, his rise to the NFL, and what he expects come Sunday.
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Photo from fOTOGLIF For the most part, you tend to follow the sports and teams that your father followed. For instance, a good friend of mine that grew up in rural, upstate New York is a Dodgers fan. Why? Because his father roots for the Dodgers. Why? Because when his...
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Usually when I refer to M & C Toy Centre products, I discuss the PowerTeam action figures. However, M & C Toy Centre also produces fashion doll lines like Paula, a Kelly-doll clone, and Kari Mitchell, a Barbie clone. Collector MSJ has photos of a new M & C Toy Centre doll shown here. Her post reminded me that I had seen some new Kari Mitchell clothes set - shown below - recently at Big Lots. The doll included in the clothing set has been seen in older sets, but the clothes and the accessories are new. ![]() ... Read the rest of "Kari Mitchell by M & C Toy Centre"
I haven't forgotten my original offer, in case anyone (like, say, quakerfan) is wondering. For true fans of all things Meatheaded, looks like our guy will be heading to Texas, one way or another. Neither park will help much with his FB tendencies, but the state is a great source of big hats for the few cattle he has. And really, didn't we all know that the possibility of signing an overpriced reliever is the easiest ruse to lure Ed Wade into a dark parking lot at night to kidnap him?
And unless I missed a post by not reading carefully, there's still a chance for someone to choose the ... Read the rest of "The Brett Myers Sweepstakes: It's Coming Down to the Wire"
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(NECN: Peter Howe, Boston) - What do Matt Damon as Universal Pictures' Jason Bourne, the Philadelphia 76ers, comedian Jay Leno, Tina Fey of hit TV show "30 Rock" — and the anchors and reporters of NECN, for that matter -- have in c...... 
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According to NFL.com the Falcons will be missing yet another major piece of their offense with their star RB ... 
Ron Gonen takes us through history as innovation in RecycleBank evolves and an idea grows to fit the environmental needs of a major city, Philadelphia. Ron talks about having the courage to make your ideas come to life and how the Streets Department and the City of Philadelphia had the courage to give us our start.... 
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Commissioner Clarena Tolson talks about the benefits and economics of recycling in Philadelphia and the reason why residents will now be rewarded for their efforts with RecycleBank. Recycle more, make less trash--this will be a win for every citizen in this city...... 
