Job recruitment handout from 3 years ago still rings true.

Job descriptions for summer helpers

Time to apply for the 2018 staff for our efforts with Summer Dreamers: Swim & Water Polo Camp and more

The 2018 efforts are going to include a site at U-Prep in the afternoons with PPS Summer Dreamers Swim & Water Polo. Other help is needed on the Northside in the mornings with The Pittsburgh Project. In the evenings, swimming is going to happen at Citiparks' outdoor pool at Ammon Rec Center on Bedford Avenue and Memory Lane on Tuesdays and Thursdays. On Monday evenings we expect to go to north to Moraine State Park for open water swimming.

Wednesdays, Fridays and weekends are the times we keep reserved for travel to other pools around the region.

Learning Links

	The Origin of Everything YouTube Channel from PBS investigates the “why” behind many aspects of everyday life. The fun videos are perfect for your most curious students, or for getting students excited about learning on their own. Video topics range from history (Why is there a South and North Korea?) to pop culture (Where does the #Hashtag come from?).
	Quizlet Diagrams help students see what they're learning in a whole new way. Whether you're studying human anatomy or national geography, this new feature makes studying a lot more fun. Create custom diagrams, or choose from Quizlet's premade sets.

Getting started guide for teachers, https://quizlet.com/help/2444126/how-teachers-can-use-quizlet

Sadly, Quizlet is not free. Get a free period of 14-days, then pay for the year. I won't be paying. 

South Side Pops hits The Mon River for an evening of water skiing

Some athletic highlights from Scott and Randy.

Scott

Part 1, only 14 seconds

Part 2

Randy

Part 3

Part 4 

Extra photos

Go to the wiki to see some extra photos.

Ellen, Ex-Obama Swimmer, goes to college and stars in an insurance commercial

Way to go Ellen!

Thinking more about Tech Captains

Wanted: Running Mates and places to run to!

Time to hit the road to share insights about this ballot question for city voters in the 2017 general election.

Who wants to help spread the word?

Where and when are the meetings being held? 

Who can we talk to about getting an invite to speak to the audiences -- for only a couple of minutes.

Pitt Women's Hoops -- an invite for its GAME DAY in a School Day

Hello Teachers and Administrators –

I hope you all had a wonderful summer and are excited about a new school year.

On behalf of Head Coach Suzie McConnell-Serio and the women’s basketball program here at the University of Pittsburgh, I want to invite you and your students to Pitt’s campus for the ninth annual women’s basketball “School Day” game. Pitt will face Cornell at 11 a.m. on Monday, November 13 in the Petersen Events Center.

Last season, the Panthers played in front of a School Day record crowd of nearly 10,000 fans when they defeated Youngstown State, making it the highest attended women’s basketball educational field trip in the country. You can visit www.PittsburghPanthers.com/schoolday to see pictures and videos from last year’s field trip.
 
SCHEDULE OF THE DAY

·        9:30 a.m. – Doors open, students complete educational workbooks, watch warmups, watch educational videos

·        11 a.m. – Tipoff, enjoy educational and fun in-game videos, t-shirt toss, music

·        Noon – Halftime: Speakers from our Life Skills Department and student-athletes

o   Lunch: Guests can visit the concession stands (School Day specials will be available including a $3 hot dog & soda combo or a $3 popcorn & soda combo) or pack their own lunches.

·        1 p.m. – Game concludes, schools depart

In order to support education beyond the School Day event, each school in attendance will be sent free game vouchers following School Day, which may be used to reward students throughout the school year for academic excellence. Students may redeem these vouchers at a women's basketball home game this season for free admission for themselves and up to three guests.

RESERVE YOUR SPOT!

All tickets are only $1. Visit www.PittsburghPanthers.com/schoolday to find the order form, flyer, and more information.To purchase tickets, contact Angela Hunter at tickets@athletics.pitt.edu or by calling 412-648-8270.

We look forward to setting another nation-wide attendance record with you! Please let me know if you have any questions.J

All the best,

	Tricia Adamczyk MARKETING COORDINATOR Petersen Events Center | 3719 Terrace St., Room 2098 Pittsburgh, PA 15261 | tadamczyk@athletics.pitt.edu office: (412) 624-5038 | cell: (412) xxx-xxxx | fax: (412) 648-8248
INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN MAY INCLUDE PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION SUBJECT TO PROTECTION UNDER FEDERAL LAW. THIS INFORMATION SHOULD BE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL. RE-DISCLOSURE OF THIS INFORMATION IS PROHIBITED ABSENT SPECIFIC WRITTEN CONSENT OR AS OTHERWISE PERMITTED BY LAW OR REGULATION.

Software Freedom Day is September 16, 2017

http://wiki.softwarefreedomday.org/2017

If you'd like to get your schools or students involved in a project to help promote Open Source software, Software Freedom Day is a great opportunity.  Think about putting together a small local event for Software Freedom Day in your area and adding it to the SFD site.

How are you planning to support Software Freedom Day in your local area?  Hope you'll join in and help celebrate.

Time to visit -- especially at the public pools

Hi All,

Summer in the city! Hope you and yours are safe and healthy.

Last week highlights: 20 adults joined together to play water polo at
Citiparks Ammon outdoor swim pool in The Hill District. We're looking to
add youth and rookie games in the shallow-water in the weeks to come.

Next practice: 6 pm to 7:45 on Thursday, July 6 at Ammon, Bedford Ave &
Memory Lane.

Then again on Tuesdays, again on Tuesday, July 11. All are invited.

+ +

Lots of action is happening and being documented with some fun photos at
Swim & Water Polo with Pittsburgh Public Schools Summer Dreamers. Follow
along at http://CLOH.org.

+ +

Your help is desired in building political for the inclusion of AQUATICS
within the new Community Schools venture taking root in PPS this coming
school year

http://cloh.org/wp/archives/1090

+ +

Our Independence Day open house is slated for the evening of July 4th,
again, of course. Both of our boys are home this summer -- and both have
appartments in other cities. Come for a visit and watch fireworks from the
deck.

+ +

Fingers are crossed for the still pending opening of the outdoor pool on
the Northside at The Pittsburgh Project. We have dreams of playing lots of
SKWIM there this summer. SKWIM is a great inter-generational game and we
want to build our base of participation throughout the city and the nation.

Hope to see you soon, so we can talk about the endless list of benefits in
this quest in "playing well with others."


--
Ta.


Mark Rauterkus       Mark at Rauterkus.com
PPS Summer Dreamers' Swim & Water Polo Camp Executive Coach
Varsity Boys Swim Coach, Pittsburgh Obama Academy
Recent Head Water Polo Coach, Carnegie Mellon University Women's Club Team
Pittsburgh Combined Water Polo Team

http://CLOH.org

412 298 3432 = cell

Candidate for US Congress, me, and spouse

Do you know this couple?

Charlie in Iceland

Travel blog from Charlie!

Fwd: Danny Chew Fundraiser - Final Reminder

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Carol 

Dear Bicycle-loving Friend,
As you may already know, we are holding a Fundraising Event for Danny Chew  on June 17th, to help raise funds for making his home handicapped-accessible, as well as for the uplhighly increased living expenses that come with being paralyzed. He is temporarily living in Ohio, but is coming home to Pittsburgh in a month. Time is of the essence!
The Fundraiser should be a great celebration with  food, beer, music, bicycle-related games and activities, as well as Danny himself.
(For details on the event, please look below)

If you cannot make it to the fundraiser, but would still like to contribute, here is a link to help Danny: https://www.helphopelive.org/campaign/12584. We are also accepting gifts-in-kind for our Silent Auction and Basket Raffle (there is a form attached to this letter, and arrangements will be made to pick up anything donated), so you have an opportunity to participate in those ways as well.

Just for the Record, I fit into all this by being one of the original cyclists in the Chew Cycling Crew...Danny's sister Carol and I were the first to check out the Thursday night bicycle rides at the American Youth Hostels, then other members of the family became interested, and well, the rest is - HIStory.

Please see the attached letter from Danny...

Be well everyone,

Susan Richter

412-736-xxxx (removed by blogsmaster)

Here is the event information:
COME THRU FOR CHEW
Come to an exciting FUNDRAISER for DANNY CHEW, creator of the DIRTY DOZEN BICYCLE RACE here in Pittsburgh, and lovingly known as The MILLION MILE MAN for his goal of riding a million miles on a bicycle in his lifetime. He was paralyzed last Fall in an accident while riding, when he suddenly passed out: https://www.greatbigstory.com/stories/the-million-mile-manhttps://www.outsideonline.com/2138711/danny-chew-wont-let-paralysis-keep-him-riding-1000000-miles

LOCATION & MUSEUM TOURS:
The event will be held on June 17th from 4-10pm, in the large parking lot in front of the World's Largest Bicycle Museum, BICYCLE HEAVEN, on the North Side (https://www.bicycleheaven.org/). There will be tours of this massive historical collection throughout the event, and JOHNNY ANGEL'S MUSIC MUSEUM, (http://www.jaginchystuff.com/), is nearby and open until 6pm. The Museum is also located right behind the THREE RIVERS HERITAGE TRAIL, so you can even ride on the trail to the event!
https://friendsoftheriverfront.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/2014-Map-and-Guide-1.pdf

ACTIVITIES & SPECIAL GUESTS:
4:00 - 6:00 pm:
Bicycle obstacle courses, activities and games for kids of all ages. Plus, ATTILA DOMOS, (unofficial, but soon to be official) world's-record holder for # of miles on a handcycle in a 24-hour period, and recent winner in the handcycling category of the Pittsburgh Marathon! He has pledged to bring two of his handcycles for people to try, and will participate in other creative ways later on in the program. (http://www.attiladomos.com/index.html)

THROUGHOUT THE EVENT:
FOOD, BEER and WATER for sale.

BASKET RAFFLE and SILENT AUCTION, with some pretty incredible items, many related to bicycling.

DANNY CHEW (and Family) MEMORABILIA TABLE, with DANNY present at the event to tell the stories behind everything!

OTHER TABLES AND ACTIVITIES, TBA.

MUSIC LINE-UP:
4:30-5pm:
CHERYLANN HAWK sings Children's Songs with awesome drummer Pete Shell www.facebook.com/cherylannhawkmusic

5:00 - 6:00pm:
JIM DONOVAN, drummer from "Rusted Root" & his lovely daughter, TUPELO https://www.tupelodonovan.com/

6:00 - 7:00pm:
FOR THOSE ABOUT TO ROCK ACADEMY http://www.post-gazette.com/local/west/2013/08/12/Academy-provides-grooming-for-rock-s-next-generation/stories/201308120101.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYrAeu4UEIQ

7:00 - 7:45pm:
PRESENTATION WITH & ABOUT DANNY, with special guests and dedications

7:45 - 8:15pm:
SURPRISE MUSICIAN!

8:30 - 9:00pm:
CHERYLANN HAWK returns, with other great songs for grown-ups!

9:00 - 10:00pm:
STANDING WAVE with Steve Sciulli and Dennis Childers

10:00 pm:
MUSIC JAM and DANCE to close the night

Please join the fun, and for now, the conversation...Let us hear your ideas and any ways you want to get involved! We would especially love to hear from young people, especially teenagers who want to participate in the kids bicycle games, crafts and "safe obstacle course" area. When they are done with their 2-hour shift with the kids, the young musicians from the Rock Academy will be performing! PLUS, WE PLAN TO SERVE PIZZA (and BEER, for the adults...) around that time!

LET US HEAR YOUR STORIES!
If you know Danny personally and have had some adventures with him, we need your stories, either written or recorded via webcam, etc., for a power-point presentation that will be created in honor of the event. DEADLINE IS NEXT MONDAY, June 12th.Please send all entries to: DannyChewFundraiser@gmail.com.
Tickets can be purchased online: http://bit.ly/chewfundraiser
and are available at the door -
$10 Pre-Registration (until 6/16 ) for persons 12 and over
$15 at the Door
$10 Students
$5 Children 4 to 12 Under 4 Free
WE CAN ALSO USE ALL THE VOLUNTEER HELP WE CAN GET, BOTH BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER THE EVENT! Please let me know if you can help...DannyChewFundraiser@gmail.com

Keep checking the facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/events/885643608240335/

Links:

• Chew, Danny - Appeal Letter-2-1.jpg
• Chew, Danny - Come Thru for Chew Final .jpg
• Solicitation Letter - Danny Chew PDF
• Chew, Ganny - GIK PDF

Getting more people eligible to coach in Pittsburgh Public Schools requires a change in the city's charter

Fwd: NDPA 2017 Conf - Know Before You Go

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: NDPA

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

 NDPA 2017 Educational Conference

We are looking forward to seeing you at the NDPA 2017 Educational Conference next week.  We wanted to give you some key information as you prepare for your trip and get the most out of this important event.

REGISTRATION

Conference Registration/Check In will be open on Monday, April 10^th from 11:00 am –5:30pm, on the 17^th floor conference area.

NDPA Networking Welcome Reception – Gateway Clipper Riverboat Cruise

This will kick off on Tuesday, April 11^th.  Meet in the lobby at 5:30 pm to walk over to the Convention Center where boarding will begin at 6:00 pm.  Sailing will be from 6:15 pm – 8:00 pm.

We are excited for you to join us to kick off the Conference!

HOTEL

Host Hotel: Omni William Penn | 530 William Penn Place | Pittsburgh, PA   15219

Phone number: (412) 281-7100

Fitness Center: The hotel has a 24 hour fitness center with state of the art exercise equipment.

Cancellation policy:  The hotel cancellation policy is (3) days prior to your arrival date in order to avoid losing your deposit.

NDPA CONFERENCE MOBILE APP

Download in advance – We recommend  downloading the mobile app BEFORE attending the conference and familiarize yourself with many of its features.

ITunes or Google Play – Go to either one of these sites depending on your phone and search NDPA.  The app is easy to find and takes seconds to download.

Speakers, Presentations & Sponsors/Exhibitors - Once you have downloaded the app, please review the information icons.  The schedule is interactive and allows you to set alerts and save sessions to your favorites. 

CONFERENCE AGENDA

Agenda – Attached is the conference agenda.  Our conference event mobile app has the conference agenda listed.  We will also have onsite programs at the registration desk.

SILENT AUCTION

The Silent Auction is available again this year and will be located in the Exhibit Hall.

Silent Auction donations items – We are still accepting donations.  Please email to Michele Long at michele.long@mesaaz.gov or bring the item with you and drop off at the NDPA Registration desk.

LUNCH WITH LEGENDS

The Lunch with Legends, being held on Tuesday, April 11^th from 11:15 am – 12:35 pm, will be a gathering of legends that you have come to know and love through the years.  Enjoy hearing from Allysa Seely, who is a Rio Olympics Gold Medalist in an inaugural event – Paratriathlon.  Spots are still available.  Please email NDPA@suncoastmeetings.com or visit the Hospitality desk if you are interested.

Important: We are trying to avoid same day signups for this lunch due to hotel food commitment.  Please plan ahead if you are attending.

RECOMMENDED DRESS

Welcome Reception – Business casual for the opening reception.   Keep in mind that it will be cold, please dress warm.

Business Casual - All of our events are business casual.  Please remember to bring a jacket or sweater as hotel ballrooms can tend to get cold.

Comfortable Shoes - Wear comfortable shoes as the conference area may be a walk from your room.

WEATHER

Weather Forecast - It is forecasted to be in the high 50's to mid 60's during the day and low to mid 40's at night.  We recommend checking the weather before you leave for packing considerations.  Plan to dress warm!

NDPA NIGHT AT PNC PARK

The NDPA has teamed up with the Pittsburgh Pirates to offer a special rate to attend the Pirates' game on Wednesday April 12^th.

In conjunction with the NDPA Educational Conference, conference attendees and NDPA supporters will have the opportunity to join us at PNC Park as the Pirates take on the Cincinnati Reds. Game time is 7:05pm.

                                                                                            Cost of Ticket: $37.00

(includes taxes/fees + $10 food/drink voucher)

NDPA Seating is in Section 127

First Level - Third Base Line

To Order Tickets: CLICK HERE

Enter Coupon Code: NDPA

Come out to the ball park for NDPA Night at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, PA!

                AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION

Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) is (20) miles from the hotel and approximately a (35) minute drive depending on traffic.   A taxi will cost approximately $40.00.  Uber may be a less expensive option depending on availability.

Super Shuttle offers transportation from the airport and averages $30 per fare (one way), but does stop at multiple hotels.  Advance reservations are required.  To make a reservation please call 800-258-3826 or book online by www.supershuttle.com. 

 We are here to help!   If you need to contact us onsite in Pittsburgh,  you can email us at ndpa@suncoastmeetings.com or call/text (727) 204-4747.   

On behalf of our Executive Committee and Board of Directors

Safe travels and we will see you next week in Pittsburgh!