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« Older Entries |Spanish I and Spanish II play games
Tuesday, May 1st, 2012 - by Dawn Fix
As a reward for completing two weeks on intense grammar, Spanish I and Spanish II got to select one of three games to play in Spanish.
High School Science Fair Winners
Tuesday, May 1st, 2012 - by Dawn Fix
Monday morning Science Fair certificates and prizes were handed out.
High School Science Fair
Friday, April 27th, 2012 - by Dawn Fix
The high school Science Fair was a huge success. Projects ranged from family genealogy to a video game for the visually impaired. Winners will be announced next week.
Enjoy the photos and videos below.
Cory, a student in the Chemistry class is seen here experimenting with Mentos candy. He has used 4 different types of carbonated drinks based on sugar content to determine the formation of gas. The results in the video show that Diet Coke, due to artificial sweetener, created a chemical reaction that measured 10 feet into the air.
Bicyclist George Hincapie with Danny R.
Friday, March 23rd, 2012 - by Dawn Fix
Pictured is one of our students, Danny (left), with well-known bicyclist George Hincapie (right), who was the only rider to assist Lance Armstrong in all seven of his Tour de France victories. Eighteen-year-old Danny is a member of the Iron Data Cycling Team and is currently ranked number two in Georgia in his age bracket by the Georgia Cup Organization. Danny enjoys participating in various bike races around the country.
Community Service Project
Monday, February 27th, 2012 - by Dawn Fix
As part of our community service project, the students in the high school resource program at Eaton Academy worked extremely hard at collecting canned and boxed foods for the North Fulton Community Center food pantry. Over the last two weeks our students collected, counted, sorted, and boxed over 400 food items!!!!! On Friday, April 24th we went as a group over to the center and brought in all the collected food and helped to put some of it on the shelves. We all came away with a wonderful feeling of pride and accomplishment in knowing that we contributed in helping the less fortunate people of North Fulton County. We would like to thank all the students, administrators, faculty, and families at Eaton Academy who, once again, showed their kindness and generosity for this very worthy cause. We are so proud of all of you!!!!!
Food Drive Update
Friday, February 24th, 2012 - by Dawn Fix
Eaton Academy Students Fill NFCC Empty Pantry Can you help too?
On Friday, February 24, students from Eaton Academy will deliver food and pantry items to the North Fulton Community Center.
Using the Academy’s character education program, BEST, the students created the idea to raise materials for the Center in an attempt to restock their pantries which empty every month. These ten students organized the project, created flyers for advertising within the school, and collected and sorted food and pantry items.
North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) is a non-profit human service agency dedicated to preventing homelessness of individuals residing north of the Chattahoochee River in Fulton County (Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton, Mountain Park and Roswell). NFCC assists families with basic needs such as food, rent and utilities, and clothing during short term emergencies. The organization helps the less fortunate people of North Fulton County and last year assisted more than 5000 families with food and financial assistance. In 2011 alone, they distributed food over 20,500 times, provided clothing vouchers to 2,000 families, and gave $1.2 million dollars to our clients in need of financial assistance.
The Eaton Academy students’ initiative to help others in their county is an inspiring example of community awareness and compassion. Together they have collected a substantial number of items and are addressing a problem that only requires us to reach out. To view the most recent pictures of the students’ activities using BEST, visit http://www.eatonacademy.org. For more information, or if you would like to donate or volunteer, visit the North Fulton Community Charities website at http://nfcchelp.org/.
THINGS THAT THE NORTH FULTON COMMUNITY CENTER NEEDS
All types of kid friendly cereal, Brown, yellow, or white rice, Size large disposable diapers, Canned fruit, Toothpaste, rackers, Boxed macaroni and cheese, Canned vegetables, Peanut Butter, Hamburger helper box, Cup of noodles, 100% Fruit juices or Juice boxes, Ramen noodles, Canned pasta, Canned spaghetti sauce (no Glass jars), Jelly (no Glass jars), Canned soups, Shampoo, Canned meat, Boxed pasta, Flour, Sugar, Cookie mix, Cake mix, Frosting, Brownie mix, Muffin mix, Cooking oil, Instant oatmeal, Salt and Pepper, Healthy granola bars, Canned evaporated milk, Canned beans, Dry beans, Salad dressing, Bisquick, Raisin.
K-8 Valentine’s Party
Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012 - by Jennifer Grant
Students enjoyed nice eats and treats at our Valentine’s Party on Tuesday, February 14. Each class also participated in fun group activities for the afternoon.
Post-secondary Planning
Thursday, November 10th, 2011 - by Dawn Fix
Post-secondary Planning. Three guest professionals from the metro area came to Eaton to speak about the services they provide. These men and women are specialists in learning, academic and social counseling, career and college counseling, and life transitions for both traditional and students with special needs. This informative program could be the beginning of a family’s journey toward better choices for the future. Below is some information on our speakers.
Kristofer Fix
Master’s Degree in School Counseling Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology 631-921-8679
Kristofer Fix has worked in the counseling field for 10+ years. He has experience working with adolescents with AD/HD, Asperger’s, OCD, and anxiety disorders as well as traditional students. He offers private counseling services for students in two different areas: academic and social/emotional. Academic services include all aspects of college planning and testing, study skills, test anxiety, and HW issues. Social/Emotional services cover students who have anxiety, lack social skills, and suffer from low self-esteem and depression.
Mary Lou Harding
Region Director Briggs & Associates 404-290-6841
Mary Lou has been in the field of disabilities for over 20 years. With Briggs & Associates she has worked placing people with intellectual and psychiatric disabilities for 14 years. Briggs & Associates is an employment first company that works closely with people to help them find meaningful work throughout their careers.
Charlotte H. Janis, M.Ed., NCC, CDMS
Career Services Director Parkaire Consultants, Inc. And Private Counseling 770-815-5242
Charlotte is a Nationally Certified Professional Counselor with 20+ years of experience in Career Services, Higher Education, Job Lead Development, and Supported Employment with extensive experience providing Career Transition Services to individuals and groups. Charlotte’s expertise includes working with adults from diverse cultures, educational backgrounds, business, corporate, and the non-profit sector. Charlotte specializes in providing services to adults with “Special Needs”.
All enjoyed the K-8 fall dance!
Tuesday, November 8th, 2011 - by Jennifer Grant
Friday’s Fall Dance was a lot of fun! Throughout the evening students danced, posed for pictures, played an arrangement of games (pool, ping-pong, and foosball) and ate. It was a great social event for the entire Eaton family. Kudos to all the teachers and especially to Mr. U for making this night successful. A big thank you to all the parents and students for supporting this enjoyable event.
K-8 Fall Festival
Tuesday, November 1st, 2011 - by Jennifer Grant
The students had a great time during the Fall Festival held on October 28. They had the opportunity to rotate through four different stations including art, technology, science, and outdoor time. They were well behaved, respectful, and had a ball!
