Founder's Day 2012

Did you know that on or near December 19, we celebrate Irving B. Weber's birthday? If Irving were alive today, he would be 112 years old! Purpose of our Founder's Day Celebration • Celebrate Irving B. Weber’s Birthday and honor his memory • Educate students about Weber’s life and contributions • Recognize his service and emulate Irving Weber through service projects Did you know that Irving B. Weber: • was born on December 19, 1900 in Iowa City • worked at Sidwell Dairy Company delivering ice cream right after high school, throughout college, and joined the firm after college graduation • founded Quality Chek’d Production Association which is an international organization • loved swimming and was the first all American swimmer from the University of Iowa • was renowned for ringing the gold plated bell to signal the start of each home swimming meet. He picked up this tradition while attending the Olympics in Tokyo in 1964. • contributed more than 850 articles on the city for the Press Citizen. • wrote several books on Iowa City. • said, “I’m the first ordinary citizen to be so named and I’m greatly impressed to be able to follow in the footsteps of three presidents, two governors, and several renowned educators” for whom other IC school were names. • often said, “I’m just an old hometown boy who happens to have a good memory.” • was known and recognized for participating in various service organizations in the area Day of the celebration: Plan to wear your Weber t-shirts, in Irving’s honor! 9:00-10:00 a.m. Buddy Service projects Ice Cream with lunch, in Irving’s honor!

Processing the Tragedy in CT pt. 2

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Processing the Tragedy in CT

Dear Weber families, In light of the recent elementary school tragedy, I would like to assure you that we have safety at the top of our minds as we all head to school tomorrow. We anticipate that much discussion has happened in the homes of our Weber families this weekend, but know that tomorrow may also bring further questions and concerns among our students. In the interest of proactive communication, I am calling to share our plans. On Monday before school, Diana Frisbie, our school counselor, and I will meet with our staff members to review and discuss developmentally appropriate conversation structures for our children. During the school day, we will not initiate class discussions, but if students bring up concerns about this event, we will be prepared to address them in a sensitive and appropriate manner. Diana Frisbie and I will also be available to meet with students, as necessary. If we meet with your child individually, we will contact you. Please be advised that the details of the events in Newtown will not be discussed with any students at any time. Details of what students are aware of are solely at the discretion of each individual family. We will also complete a full review of our school safety protocols. As a staff, we are fully invested in being comprehensive and thorough in our daily approach, and are always looking for new ways to enhance our safety and security. If you know that your child has concerns or worries and would benefit from individual support, please feel free to call or email us so that we can be of assistance. Thank you for your ongoing support to make Weber a safe school for learning. Take care! Chris