Newington November 2019
Happy ThanksGiving
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It is Thanksgiving time again! It is a time to be with family and friends, relax, and reflect on all that is good. There is always something to be thankful for. Spend time this holiday letting someone you know that you are thankful. Have a wonderful holiday.
- From all the Kellogg Kurrent staff |
Kellogg Cafe Serves up SweetnessYou may have seen some delicous Oreo Turkeys being wheeled through the halls of MK. Well that was the Kellogg cafe with their Thanksgiving delivery to staff. The Kellogg Cafe prepares delicious items for purchase by MK staff. Check out the photos of this week's delicious creations!
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Helping our HeroesThe 6th-graders put together packages to support the Hero Boxes organization. These packages will be sent overseas to our active Veterans right before Christmas.
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Thankful MESSages from the Halls of MK
The Kellogg Kurrent staff wanted to find out what our school community is thankful for. Many of you replied with messages of thanks. Here they are!
"The amazing staff at MKMS"
-Mr. Jaksina "My family, friends, education, and all of the opportunities I've been given."
- Student "For my family - close by and extended!" - Mrs. Maslak
"I am thankful for my friends and family, the teachers that help me learn, for netflix and disney plus. Im thankful for so much in my life. " - Isabella Pappa
"I am grateful for all aspects of my wonderful life, but mostly for the health and well-being of my family, friends, colleagues, students, and myself."
- Mrs. Crean "I am thankful for so much! My family. The people that I work with. The students that I work with. They all bring so much joy into my life." - Mr. Pilz
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"The health of my family and friends and for the great MK family" - Mrs. Siano
"Baseball" - Student
"I am thankful for my family and friends, and everything that I have." - Maya Collelo
"I am thankful for my parents who brought me into this world, for my grandparents who take care of me and supply me with everything I need, my family for being fun and supportive, my friends who bring great memories and laughs, and my teachers who educate me for my future." - Jordan Cirigliano
"I am thankful for all of the things in this school such as the Christmas Carol play that is coming up."
- Student "I'm thankful for all the teachers that helped me with stuff that I didn't know, and i'm also thankful for my family."- Student
"I am thankful for life." - Student
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"I am thankful for good friends and having good teachers."
-Eitan C-E "My family, Education, My Best Friends, and Being Healthy" - Student
"I am thankful for my fun-loving family, my kind-hearted friends, and warm sunny beach days!" - Mrs. Baylock
"I am thankful for my faith, my family and the privilege of working with an awesome staff and wonderful students each day!"
-Mr. Lambert "I am thankful for everything I have."
- Student "My family, my work family, and my awesome students!" - Mrs. Goulet
"I am thankful for spending time with my family members every year on Thanksgiving and having my pets there with me. I am also thankful for being in the drama club here at Martin Kellogg because there are nice teachers and students in the club and they make it so fun." - Student
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The Key to Our Community
By Caitlyn Claffey
Have you ever wanted to really make a difference? If so, the Key Club may be for you! The Key Club, first formed in 1972, is Newington High School’s community service and volunteer organization. The Key Club members help with activities such as school and community events, like the Waterfall Festival, the Memorial Day Parade, and even hosting dinners for senior citizens at Newington High. The Key Club meets 6 times a year. By joining the Key Club, you can help your community, make friends and connections, and even help earn money for local colleges. Colleges love to see young men and women use their free time productively by getting involved in clubs such as this. Our very own Mr. Jarvis has been the faculty advisor for the Key Club since his first day as a teacher, back in 2011. In addition to Mr. Jarvis, the club is led by students Alexis Couillard, Jiss Joseph, Isabelle Schoenborn and Ingrid Schoenborn. If you would like to join the Key Club, the only requirements are that you are a student in good standing and that you put in a minimum of 10 hours of community service per school year. If you would like more information, please stop by room 216 and see Mr. Jarvis today!
Spotlight on sixth grade
Sixth grade students participated in their annual mini Community Day to promote unity and to celebrate the end of the first week of school!
How about that 8th Grade Boston Trip?
By Michael Silva
On October 17th, 2019 the 8th graders took at trip to Boston, Massachusetts. They left before school officially started to head to this port city and had a blast. The trip was very interesting and history-full, and today I will break down what happened. So, strap in, grab your colonial hat and start a riot like in a pre-Independent America, and let’s begin!
After the two-and-a-half hour ride the busses finally docked like portside ships in Boston, near a street of shops. After a bathroom break, classes assembled to their tour guides. Ms. Laccone and Cucinella’s homerooms had Ms. Clappem, dressed as a colonist woman who described a historical Boston, and where things were all those years ago. She mentioned the unknown truth of Puritan punishment, as well as wealthy merchants and Paul Revere. After mentioning the history of Boston and where things took place, the guide stopped in front of a Paul Revere on his horse (facing the wrong direction, so church-goers wouldn’t face an unsightly thing once they left service), it was lunch break. However, this was not before walking along and discovering the Customs House, imprinted with the symbols of King George III and another monarch, I believe the king of Ireland. Later, though, students finally ate with their friends and watch locals ooh and ahh at the history, while the tour guide mysteriously disapperared back to the 1700s.
Following lunch the Connecticuters further explored Boston, and even ventured into the North End- different from the rest of the city. There were many rest stops, both historical and pleasurable. There was a museum within Paul Revere’s old new house, but right next to it establishments like bakeries- and pizzarias! The North End is Boston’s “Little Italy”, and the greatest Italian aromas filled everyone’s nostrils. After going to Paul Revere’s house and filling up on history, the children- if they came prepared with money- could fill up on Italian delights and pastries. There was time to kill, you see, and a vote taken previously to determine what to do for the free time was certainly clear. The time for eating finally went to a cease, and then the tour finally came to an end- at Boston’s North Church. First, the teenagers ascended the bell tower, and learned more about how the bell ringing process worked- and even that good ol’ Paul Revere use to be a ringer. After going up, everyone headed down to a crypt-like area where the remains of people were held. After exploring this area full of low-hanging pipes, we actually went into the main part of the church. One of the women sang the Poem of Paul Revere and the history that goes with it, and with that, the approximate two-hour ride back to Newington, for guardians/friends to pick the teens up.
Michael’s Very Special yet Undeniable Facts of Pre-Independent Times:
Did you know that….?
Colonists used to throw dung at colonists punished with (the thing where you put your hands and face and were locked in).
Overall, the trip was very enjoyable. At first I was a tad skeptical, just in relation to the bus ride. That went like how anyone would expect a bus ride with teenagers to go, but the trip was still great and a nice change of scenery. All in all, if you can afford to go, I recommend it! This has been my recollection and evaluation of the field trip all the way out to Boston- and thank you for reading this.
Sources:
-Experience in Boston; tour guide
- https://www.boston.com/travel/travel/2014/05/19/5-reasons-to-visit-the-north-end (Boston’s “Little Italy”)
After the two-and-a-half hour ride the busses finally docked like portside ships in Boston, near a street of shops. After a bathroom break, classes assembled to their tour guides. Ms. Laccone and Cucinella’s homerooms had Ms. Clappem, dressed as a colonist woman who described a historical Boston, and where things were all those years ago. She mentioned the unknown truth of Puritan punishment, as well as wealthy merchants and Paul Revere. After mentioning the history of Boston and where things took place, the guide stopped in front of a Paul Revere on his horse (facing the wrong direction, so church-goers wouldn’t face an unsightly thing once they left service), it was lunch break. However, this was not before walking along and discovering the Customs House, imprinted with the symbols of King George III and another monarch, I believe the king of Ireland. Later, though, students finally ate with their friends and watch locals ooh and ahh at the history, while the tour guide mysteriously disapperared back to the 1700s.
Following lunch the Connecticuters further explored Boston, and even ventured into the North End- different from the rest of the city. There were many rest stops, both historical and pleasurable. There was a museum within Paul Revere’s old new house, but right next to it establishments like bakeries- and pizzarias! The North End is Boston’s “Little Italy”, and the greatest Italian aromas filled everyone’s nostrils. After going to Paul Revere’s house and filling up on history, the children- if they came prepared with money- could fill up on Italian delights and pastries. There was time to kill, you see, and a vote taken previously to determine what to do for the free time was certainly clear. The time for eating finally went to a cease, and then the tour finally came to an end- at Boston’s North Church. First, the teenagers ascended the bell tower, and learned more about how the bell ringing process worked- and even that good ol’ Paul Revere use to be a ringer. After going up, everyone headed down to a crypt-like area where the remains of people were held. After exploring this area full of low-hanging pipes, we actually went into the main part of the church. One of the women sang the Poem of Paul Revere and the history that goes with it, and with that, the approximate two-hour ride back to Newington, for guardians/friends to pick the teens up.
Michael’s Very Special yet Undeniable Facts of Pre-Independent Times:
Did you know that….?
Colonists used to throw dung at colonists punished with (the thing where you put your hands and face and were locked in).
- The Puritans were very strict, like previously mentioned. Acts like emisis in church were punishable, for the punishment listed above.
- Thomas Jefferson- while, yes, a President, was still an anti-federalist who didn’t believe in a national government and country under the Constitution. On his tombstone, the grave doesn’t actually mention the fact that he was a president.
Overall, the trip was very enjoyable. At first I was a tad skeptical, just in relation to the bus ride. That went like how anyone would expect a bus ride with teenagers to go, but the trip was still great and a nice change of scenery. All in all, if you can afford to go, I recommend it! This has been my recollection and evaluation of the field trip all the way out to Boston- and thank you for reading this.
Sources:
-Experience in Boston; tour guide
- https://www.boston.com/travel/travel/2014/05/19/5-reasons-to-visit-the-north-end (Boston’s “Little Italy”)
8th Grade Students get their work on Fox 61
Colleen Whitman and Megan Hintlian, 8th graders at Martin Kellogg worked hard during September and October to plan, write, film and produce a fantastic student news story. Their story was good enough to be aired live on Fox 61 Student News on November 1st. You can still see the story online on Fox 61's website. Click the link below to check it out. And if you see Colleen and Megan around school/town, say congrats!
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6th Grade gets a tastE of CT History
The 6th-grade team went to the Connecticut Historical Society Museum and Library to learn more about immigration and migration. Students went through authentic artifacts from real families that moved to Connecticut many years ago to learn more about the families. The trip also reinforced what was taught in Social Studies with regards to our democracy and the three branches of government. Students role-played the judicial branch (the outcome was a hung jury for The Three Little Pigs vs. B.B. Wolf case).
ZombieS! Zombies! Everywhere!
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On October 24th, zombies could be seen all over the fields of MKMS. Fuel Up to Play 60 held its annual Zombie Run. Zombies chased runners who needed to get to various stations around the fields. Everyone involved has a great time participating and the best of all is that it promotes fitness, being active and staying healthy. Mrs. Leslie does an outstanding job putting this and many other events together for the students of Martin Kellogg.
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Bored in Newington? Not Sure what TO Do?
By Cora Tracey
Have you ever been bored of the same video games, bored of being at your house, and ready to give up searching for stuff to do? Well, here are some fun things to do in Newington to cure your boredom!
No. 1: Mill Pond Park!
I know this is an obvious thing that most if not all people know is in Newington, but have you ever taken it a different way? Sure, you may be "too old" and bored of the playground and the equipment, but there are so many other things at Mill Pond to do and to get exercise out of!
You could:
Right near the park, the library is a good place to go if you want some peace and quiet.
You can:
Do you have a skateboard, bike, scooter, etc? Well, you can go to the skate park near Clem Lemire to test out your skills and have some fun!* If you would like to see it yourself, click here
*Be careful! Many people have gotten hurt there so do at your own risk.
No. 4: Churchill Park!
Located on Main St. A bit farther than Mill Pond Park, there are mary things Churchill Park has to offer. There are:
Located in the center of town, off of Main St, the center of town has lots of fun things for you to do. There is a Starbucks, Carvel, Wings over Newington, Rooster Co., Goldburgers, and much more in the center of town for you to eat and enjoy.
No. 6: Newington Arena!
Newington Arena, located next to the Veterans Hospital, is a place for all to enjoy. There is hockey (to play OR to watch), ice skating, and learn to skate lessons. There is also Open Skate (you can go with no lessons and just skate around the rink) AND Friday Night Ice Jam! That is like an open skate, but with disco lights and music for you to enjoy. There are also many snacks/meals at the concession stand, and you can eat a good meal after skating or while watching a hockey game! If you are bored, come to Newington Arena for skating fun!
No. 7: 7-Eleven!
I have seen this as a popular after-school spot for many, but some people don't know about it. 7/11, located on Willard Ave, is a convenience store where you can get many things (and treats like ice cream and more) AND their famous drink, Slurpees! If you want a treat on a hot day, this is the place to go!
In conclusion, if you are bored in Newington and have no place to go, check back to this list for many fun options!
No. 8: John Wallace!
This is a spot that is very underrated, and most people do not know about this. Most people look at John Wallace as a regular middle school, but it has a SECRET! It has the best hill! You might think: "Why should I care about a hill?" Well, in the snow on snow days, John Wallace's hill is the PERFECT sledding spot! You can go here and sled all day! This is a really good spot, so make sure to go with family and friends!
Come back to this list and use it whenever you feel bored in Newington!
No. 1: Mill Pond Park!
I know this is an obvious thing that most if not all people know is in Newington, but have you ever taken it a different way? Sure, you may be "too old" and bored of the playground and the equipment, but there are so many other things at Mill Pond to do and to get exercise out of!
You could:
- Go on the Mill Pond trail! You can walk or ride a bike/scooter/etc, and enjoy the peaceful and beautiful scenery while getting exercise along the way!
- Fish! On the Mill Pond trail, there are multiple fishing spots to fish and enjoy (with supervision of course).
- Play sports! There is a tennis court, basketball court, and baseball field for use in the park. Grab a few friends (and equipment) to play together for a good time and to try to get better at the game.
- Use exercise machines! There are 2 areas of exercise machines in Mill Pond, with a variety of workouts to challenge individual parts of your body. Best of all, just like all the other things, its free to use and enjoy!
- Go to Mill Pond Falls! This is easy to find while going on a path in the park. It is the smallest waterfall in the world, and a beautiful sight to see.
- Last but not least, if you have a few bucks to spare, the ice cream truck! While you are doing all these fun exercises, you might be hungry! Because of this, the ice cream truck comes every hour/few hours or so and if you're lucky for it to come while you're there, you can get a tasty treat!
Right near the park, the library is a good place to go if you want some peace and quiet.
You can:
- Curl up with a good book! There are different places with cozy couches and chairs to sit and peacefully read your book.
- Use electronics! There are IPads AND Computers for the public to enjoy and to use
- Do the events! There are many. many events to do at the library, ranging from cooking to building legos & more! If you want to look at all the events, past and upcoming, click here for more info
Do you have a skateboard, bike, scooter, etc? Well, you can go to the skate park near Clem Lemire to test out your skills and have some fun!* If you would like to see it yourself, click here
*Be careful! Many people have gotten hurt there so do at your own risk.
No. 4: Churchill Park!
Located on Main St. A bit farther than Mill Pond Park, there are mary things Churchill Park has to offer. There are:
- sports fields & courts
- a fishing pond
- playground
- picnic areas
Located in the center of town, off of Main St, the center of town has lots of fun things for you to do. There is a Starbucks, Carvel, Wings over Newington, Rooster Co., Goldburgers, and much more in the center of town for you to eat and enjoy.
No. 6: Newington Arena!
Newington Arena, located next to the Veterans Hospital, is a place for all to enjoy. There is hockey (to play OR to watch), ice skating, and learn to skate lessons. There is also Open Skate (you can go with no lessons and just skate around the rink) AND Friday Night Ice Jam! That is like an open skate, but with disco lights and music for you to enjoy. There are also many snacks/meals at the concession stand, and you can eat a good meal after skating or while watching a hockey game! If you are bored, come to Newington Arena for skating fun!
No. 7: 7-Eleven!
I have seen this as a popular after-school spot for many, but some people don't know about it. 7/11, located on Willard Ave, is a convenience store where you can get many things (and treats like ice cream and more) AND their famous drink, Slurpees! If you want a treat on a hot day, this is the place to go!
In conclusion, if you are bored in Newington and have no place to go, check back to this list for many fun options!
No. 8: John Wallace!
This is a spot that is very underrated, and most people do not know about this. Most people look at John Wallace as a regular middle school, but it has a SECRET! It has the best hill! You might think: "Why should I care about a hill?" Well, in the snow on snow days, John Wallace's hill is the PERFECT sledding spot! You can go here and sled all day! This is a really good spot, so make sure to go with family and friends!
Come back to this list and use it whenever you feel bored in Newington!
MKMS Makes its mark!
For quite a few years, we been trying to perfect our MKMS formation on the fields of Kellogg. This year was our best year by far. Mr. Lambert, Mrs. Siano and Mrs. Baylock joined forces with the wonderful Newington grounds crew to order T-Shirts, plan and measure the letters, and line the fields before the students were brought out to bring it to life. And what a great job teachers and students did getting into perfect formation for this year's MKMS. GREAT job everyone!
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progress over the year forming our MKMS
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Find out your Hogwarts House
By: Nicholas Winiarski
You get one point for each statement.
You get a limit of 10 points. 10 signs you’re a Ravenclaw
10 signs you’re a Slytherin
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10 signs you’re a Hufflepuff
10 signs you’re a Gryffindor
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So which one are you?
Runnin' on Dunkin!
Mr. Lambert and Mr. Doran surprised the teachers one afternoon, before Professional Learning, by magically turning Marty's Paw Shop into a Dunkin Donuts! They really had some great skills as baristas!