The CeSIL Report for Thursday, December 13, 2012

Volunteer Opportunity

The Boys and Girls Clubs of Southern Maine have lots of activities going on.  We’ve listed some December-only events, followed by South Portland specific programs in need of support.

 

Here are some Dec. only BGC events:

• 12/14 – Riverton (Portland) gingerbread house judging, held at the Residence Inn at 3:30pm;  3:00 - 4:00pm Artist Judges to finalize winner of contest.

• 12/19 – Portland/ South Portland teen Ugly Sweater party @ 6:00 - 8:00pm- any students in the Arts! It has always been a blast. 

• 12/20 – Portland younger members party @ 4:30 – 7pm. Looking for help passing out food, facilitating games and tournaments

• 12/20 – South Portland teens @ 5:00 - 8:00pm- extra help in teen area. Students interested in working with teens 12-16 years old, doing homework, studying, computers, group games, game room and career studies. Gym is also open.

• 12/21 – South Portland younger members @ 4:00 - 6:30pm (will be collecting hats & mittens) (Lions Club supplying food)

South Portland programs in need of extra help:

• Games room 3:00 - 6:00pm Mon-Fri: pool, foosball, ping-pong, shuffle board.

• Gym 3:00 - 5:00pm Mon-Fri: dodgeball, basketball etc.

• Art 3:00 - 6:00pm Mon-Fri assistant to Art Coordinator

• Power Hour 3:00 - 7:00pm extra homework help! All the time!

 

If you are interested in volunteering, contact:

Sydney Williams

Volunteer Coordinator

Boys& Girls Clubs of Southern Maine

swilliams@bgcmaine.org

207-874-1069 ext. 235

277 Cumberland Avenue

P.O. Box 7830

Portland, ME 04112

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Leader of the Pack

It's that time of year ~ time for the SMCC Leader of the Pack students to be recognized!

Leader of the Pack is a program to highlight and recognize student leaders at SMCC. Nominations are accepted for this honor on an on-going basis and a committee of faculty, staff and students evaluate the nominations. The students earning recognition this semester are:

Andrew Ethier

Noah Weber

Kayla Swasey

Peter Dore

Rik Sawyer

Leanna Shields

Chelsey Hatten

Do you have a student to nominate for future consideration? Nomination forms can be submitted electronically (via the student portal), and are also available for download or can be picked up from the Center for Student Involment and Leadership.

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE CeSIL STAFF.
HAVE A SAFE AND ENJOYABLE
WINTER BREAK!

The CeSIL Report for Thursday, December 6, 2012

SMCC Giving Tree

The SMCC Giving Tree, sponsored by Phi Theta Kappa, is a community service project that provides gifts for children of SMCC students. This year, we are supporting four children.

The deadline to participate is rapidly approaching ~ Friday, December 14th.

Helping out is easy. Select an ornament from the tree in the Campus Center,

purchase the item, and then simply return the unwrapped gift and ornament to

the CeSIL office (Campus Center room 105)

 Thank you for your generosity!

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Annual Holiday Concert

The SMCC Chorus will present its annual holiday concert in the quiet lounge of

the Campus Center on Wednesday, December 12th at noon.

Music from a variety of traditions will be featured and admission is free. All are welcome!

For further information, contact Chorus director Rich Pitre at rpitre@smccme.edu or 741-5657.

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 Holiday Shin-Dig

Sponsored by The Beacon

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2012 Polar Express

Did you know there are only 9 days remaining to ride the Polar Express?  

It’s an enchanting journey to the North Pole!  The fun begins at the Ocean Gateway Center in Portland, where guests meet the Conductor, enjoy holiday treats, listing to a reading of the “Polar Express” story, sing carols and greet Santa. 

It’s the largest annual fundraiser for the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company and Museum.

This year, a dedicated group of volunteers from the Diet Technology Club have joined the Elves on board The Polar Express to help spread holiday cheer.

http://www.mainenarrowgauge.org/polar-express/

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Seeking Mentors

Do you enjoy laughing and spending time with young children?

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of K-4^th graders?

Would you like to be involved in an innovative Early Grade Reading program?

If this sounds appealing, then Congin Elementary is looking for you!

We were contacted by an Americorps member regarding an opportunity to volunteer help promote early grade literacy at the Congin Elementary School in Westbrook.

From 1st-4th grade, students learn to read. From 5th grade and beyond, students read to learn. Early grade literacy is one of the most effective methods to predicating life-long learning achievements. Come and join a team of dedicated educators and volunteers committed to providing life-long educational success.\

Congin Elementary School, part of the Westbrook School Department, is beginning an exciting and innovative project to promote Early Grade Reading among Kindergarten thru 4th grade students. Volunteers are needed to read to students and listen to students read to them. Volunteers will be trained by school staff and classroom teachers to assure that all volunteers feel comfortable and qualified to improve the Westbrook School District’s school programming.

We ask that all volunteers be dependable, reliable, and committed. All volunteers must agree to a criminal background check and have good references. Volunteers must be willing to take directions from classroom teachers and school staff, following school rules, and maintain confidentiality.

Congin Elementary School is located on Bridge Street in Westbrook, Maine. Opportunities are available Mon-Fri from 9:00-3pm.  This would be an ideal position for students looking for more experience in the educational field or to get some quality community service hours.

If interested, please contact Georgia Harlow at harlowg@westbrookschools.org
or at (207)854-0844 ext. 457.  We look forward to having you!!

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