York Haven Elementary School’s annual McTeacher night fund raiser is 5 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 23, at McDonald’s, 4245 N. George St. Extended, Manchester.

Come see the teachers and Mr. March (principal) take orders. A portion of all orders will benefit York Haven Elementary School.

Coupons are required when placing an order. They can be picked up at York Haven Elementary, 360 Cassel Road, or at any school within the Northeastern School District.

For more information, call the school at 266-5007 or email Maria Pender at penderm@nesd.k12.pa.us.

These stories were submitted to the Junior Dispatch by Kid Scoop, a Newspapers in Education program at the York Newspaper Co.

Topic: What would you do if a tornado was spotted?

If I was in my house alone while a tornado came I would first try to stay calm. But if I can’t I would run to the basement while screaming. Go to the little room at the end of the hall. But if I forgot my lucky dog named spot. I would scream his name while running up to my room speedy quick. I would grab him run back down back to the room and sit in the darkness until I shake like crazy then panic. So that’s what I would do. — By Dana Cutti, Grade 4, Mrs. Lindsey

I would be scared if a tornado was spotted and I was home alone. I would get the candle box from the closet. I would get something to take downstairs to eat. I would get the flashlights from the garage. I would head downstairs to the rec room and turn on my weather radio until the tornado is here. Then, I would go under the steps because that is where my tornado spot is. It is safe there because it doesn’t have any windows. Last after the tornado has come I would get out and see all the damage. — By Jacob Meakin, Grade 4, Alloway Creek, Mrs. Gross

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From Carol J. Myers’ classroom, Grade 6, E.H. Markle Intermediate School

I would run into the basement and call my parents. If they were to tell me to go to another place in the house, I would move. I would stay away from the windows and take cover. That’s what I would do if a tornado was spotted near my house. — By Ricardo Taylor

As soon as I saw the tornado coming at my house, I ran for a flashlight. Then I ran for the basement. I heard the wind whipping and snapping the trees. Suddenly, I did not hear anything. Was it over? I walked out of the basement and saw trees and leaves lying everywhere. I could see the trail the tornado made. People were standing outside in shock of the damage. For the next couple of weeks people cleaned up the disaster. — By Jacob Werner

Hershey is pictured with, from left, Michael Walker, NMS assistant principal, Shelly Thomas, director of special services, and Cody Ebersole, NMS teacher.

In October 2009, the district acquired the then 6-month-old chocolate lab as a Facility Dog in Training through United Disability Services for Northern Middle School.

Hershey’s Northern staff handlers/trainers were Shelly Thomas, director of special services, Sylvia Murray, Northern Middle School principal, and Cody Ebersole and Christine Carey, both Northern Middle School teachers.

Hershey was trained in the district and in Lancaster and received the title of Facility Dog in May 2011.

The middle school program award was accepted by, from left, Assistant Superintendent Sandra Lemmon; teachers Steve Hildebrand and Mike Konzelman; Principal Len Reppert; and Superintendent Thomas Hensley.

Glen Rock, Pa – Two Southern York County School District programs have been selected by Shippensburg University as Exemplary Programs.

The Shippensburg University Study Council recognized Southern Middle School’s Engineering by Design Program and the Life Skills Support Program at Susquehannock High School.

The district received awards and showcased the programs April 18 at Shippensburg’s annual Exemplary Program presentation. The event is for the benefit of administrators and teachers from across Pennsylvania.

“Congratulations are extended to Steve Hildebrand and Mike Konzelman for the Engineering by Design Program and Tom Laure for the Life Skills Support Program,” Superintendent Thomas Hensley said.

The Engineering by Design program, which was implemented in 2006, focuses on invention and innovation for seventh-graders and technological systems for eighth-graders. Students not only learn the history of technology, innovation and invention, but they also experience hands-on activities and use the engineering design process to solve design challenges. Students also use PowerPoint and AutoCAD to present and design systems.

Students in Susquehannock’s LSS Program range in age from 15 to 21. They are students who have been determined to be developmentally functioning below their expectancy, due to cognitive delays or significant intellectual disabilities. LSS assists these students in the transition from school to work. The program helps prepare them to function as independently as possible when they transition from school age to adulthood.

“These are the sixth and seventh programs in the last 13 years to be recognized by Shippensburg University as Exemplary Programs. We are very proud of this,” Hensley said.

The annual event is sponsored by the Shippensburg University School Study Council, a professional development partnership between public school districts and the University, which also supports school system leaders in improving the instructional experience.

The high school program award was accepted by, from left, Assistant Superintendent Sandra Lemmon; teacher Tom Laure; instructional assistant Toni Shearer; Principal Robert Bryson; and Superintendent Thomas Hensley.

From left are Mr. Justin Presley and students Taylor Breeding, Maddie Ellis, Angela Novacek, Jacob Rohrbaugh and Ally Kerr.

Students from Southern Middle School recently participated in the York County Middle School Honors Band Concert, which was held at York Suburban Middle School. The ensemble was comprised of band students from 15 York County middle schools. Susquehannock High School alumnus, Richard Anderson, served as guest conductor for the concert. Mr. Anderson is a retired Music Department Chair from the York Suburban School District.

Representing Southern Middle School were eighth-graders Maddie Ellis (clarinet), Ally Kerr (flute), Angela Novacek (flute), Jacob Rohrbaugh (alto saxophone), seventh-grader Taylor Breeding (clarinet), and Southern Middle School Band Director Justin Presley.

These stories were submitted to the Junior Dispatch by Kid Scoop, a Newspapers in Education program at the York Newspaper Co.

Topic: Thoughts on olive trees

I love olives! Without them how would the black-eyed peas make a living? — Everest Robinson, fourth grade, Fishing Creek El., Mr. Richcrick

Olives, you go to eat one and you see those dreadful eyes looking you right in your face. At that point, you know it will be a dreadful meal. Sure, they may look all cool and colorful. But, they’re a killer in disguise. Olives, even the name sounds bad. — Ryan Black, sixth grade, E.H.M.I.S., Mrs. Myers

Olives are okay. I’ll have one if I have too. — Cayden Healy, fourth grade, Fishing Creek El., Mr. Richcrick

I love olives because they are strong, good and juicy. They are also very zesty. They are a good little snack to eat. They are neither hard nor soft, but just right. — Laykin Feeser, sixth grade, E.H.M.I.S., Mrs. Myers

I hate olives. They are really bad to me. My mom loves them and always tries to make me have one, but I don’t. That’s why I don’t like olives. — Madison Dicely, fourth grade, Fishing Creek El., Mr. Richcrick

The North Hopewell-Winterstown Elementary School PTO will host a May Fair, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 5.

The event will feature games, food and a display of emergency equipment by the North Hopewell-Winterstown Volunteer Fire Co., including (weather permitting and barring emergency calls) a ballfield landing of a Stat-Medevac helicopter at 1 p.m. The fire company will also sell pit beef, turkey and ham sandwiches from 10 a.m. until sold out at the fire hall.

These stories were submitted to the Junior Dispatch by Kid Scoop, a Newspapers in Education program at the York Newspaper Co.

Topic: Sell that book

My favorite book that I think kids should read is “Soul Surfer.” This book tells about a girl that was attacked by a shark and lost her arm. She still does everything she did before but with one arm. This book tells people that even though a body part is missing, you still have to have faith in yourself and make it seem better than what you think it is. So, this book will be good for kids because it will tell them when something gets rough you get up and make it better. — Gabrielle Bossom, sixth grade, E.H.M.I.S., Mrs. Myers

My favorite book is “The Beast” by R.L. Stine. It’s a very fun read with lots of twists and turns! It’s about a ghost on a roller coaster. I love it! — Hannah Culp, fourth grade, Fishing Creek El., Mr. Richcrick

My favorite book is the “Mysterious Benedict Society and the Perilous Journey.” Four kids travel through Europe to find clues to save a friend. This book has plenty of action and suspense to keep you engaged. The book is a very good read and you should check it out. — Ricardo Taylor, sixth grade, E.H.M.I.S., Mrs. Myers

My favorite book is “Harold and The Purple Crayon.” It’s funny and easy to read. It lets you use your imagination. I think everyone should read it. — Jara Mumma, fourth grade, Fishing Creek El., Mr. Richcrick

My favorite book is “Hero” by Mike Lupica. I think other kids should read this because a boy named Zach finds out he has powers. He eventually uses his powers to fight “The Bads,” the villains. Zach faces many challenges and Mike Lupica ends each chapter with a huge cliffhanger. This book would really appeal to kids who like super powers and cliffhangers. — Jared Dickson, sixth grade, E.H.M.I.S., Mrs. Myers

York Suburban Middle School students who were named to honor rolls for the third marking period of the 2011-2012 school year are:

DISTINGUISHED

Grade 8:

Jonathan Abel, Kelsey Abel, Joelene Altland,

Stephanie Bowman, Elisabeth Curtis,

Alexandra Eckenrode, Abigail Eisenhart, Olivia Eytcheson,

Brandon Flemmens, Olivia Gettle, Ashley Griffith, Carson Gross,

Emily Hamme, Esperanza Hedrick, Leah Hess, Devon Hornberger, Samantha Jones,

Jordan Landis, Derek Lehman, Tyler Lentz, Susan Lloyd, Carrion Lover-Lily,

Mikala McBride, Thomas Merkle, Jamie Myers,

Madeleine Nesbitt, Nicole Peritz, Grace Pindzola,

Jessica Renjilian, Paige Robison,

Rebecca Schwartz, Elizabeth Snyder, Matthew Spinello, Tanner Stauffer,

Hannah Taylor, Monida Tum,

Paul Um, Sepehr Vakili and Cecilia Vu.

Grade 7: