It is always great fun to spend the day as principal. This year at Simpson Elementary School was exceptional. We had a Blessing Breakfast filled with good news and gratitude and a Thanksgiving feast with Indians and Pilgrims eating popcorn and cran-raisins. Bron-Gayna Schmit and her staff are wonderful. You can tell that they are committed to the highest standards for their school. It shows in the children's faces and the energy of the school.  This year the Norcross Cluster School Partnership awarded five grants to Simpson EC. It was a pleasure to be able to make and an advance announcement at the Blessings Breakfast to the grant winners. One of the winners is Roshan Finch for her Brown Bear Goes to Work career program. This was my favorite and it definitely a favorite for the children. … [Read more...]

  The Girl Scout Council of Greater Atlanta presents Girl Scout Engineers! Description:  Connect with others as we present a program designed by the Society of Women Engineers to help girls discover the world of science exploration!  Women in engineering careers will lead girls in a variety of hands-on science activities.  Meet women engaged in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) programs and get a chance to learn about exciting science careers.  Lunch will be provided to all registered participants. Volunteers: We are looking for a dozen female engineers to introduce 100 “future engineers” to the world of engineering.  This is a popular girl scout program and this year we have expanded the age groups and activities. Start: 10/13/2012 9:00 AM End: 10/13/2012 02:00 PM  Program Level: Girl Scout Junior (Gr 4-5), Girl Scout Cadette (Gr … [Read more...]

LAN Systems and Microsoft have connected the Forsyth County Public Library with an Xbox Kinect and games for their summer program. At a recent Cumming-Forsyth Chamber of Commerce event, Library Director, Jon McDaniel, was the recipient of an Xbox provided by LAN Systems through the Microsoft Community Event program.  Jon saw value in using the Xbox for the library’s summer program so LAN Systems and Microsoft teamed up to donate numerous games for all ages.  The Xbox will travel between the three FCPL locations and will be used for a special summer program. With the Xbox Kinect, the player is the controller.  With a motion sensor, facial and voice recognition built into the unit, there are no remote controls or joysticks needed for play. With this mobility, it will be easy for the library to offer the educational fun to each of its locations.  And with the wide selection of … [Read more...]

A community program presented by Leadership North Fulton. Learn how to target your dream job by accentuating your strengths and skills.  Recharge your resume and conduct a focused job search, whether this is your first job, you are re-entering the work force or reinventing your career. Wednesday, May 23rd 11-2 Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce 11605 Haynes Bridge Road, Ste. 100 Alpharetta, Georgia 30009 Agenda 11-12  Presentation on how to create the perfect resume using accomplishment statements, proper format and Summaries of Qualifications 12-2    Individual sessions with business experts to consult with you on how to Rock Your Job Search Attendance is free. RSVP is recommended.  (770) 821-6960 rsvplnfresumeworkshop@gmail.com … [Read more...]