[regional_school] Re: We Need to Name the School

From: Ellen Weber <eweber1@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: [regional_school] Re: We Need to Name the School
To: regional_school@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Date: Saturday, April 4, 2009, 7:54 PM



Loved the idea of meaningful symbols and these are wonderful examples (yet likely copyrighted as Gina suggested). Still, perhaps they'd inspire original creativity from new school community:-)

What about choosing a great school name first and then organizing a contest from the school community - to obtain an original symbol that would illumine the school name? Would such a community contest draw out the art within members, raise the sense of adventure within this brand new school, and draw together the community as a significan part of the school's foundations? Just a thought to piggy-back on those already suggested.

 

Best, Ellen

 

 

Ellen Weber (PhD)
Director - MITA International Brain Based Center
PO Box 347, Pittsford, NY 14534
MITA Brain Leaders and learners  blog: www.Brainleadersandlearners.com
MITA Brain Based Center Web Site  at www.mitaleadership.com

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From: tonyvallle@xxxxxxx

To: regional_school@xxxxxxxxxxxxx

Sent: Saturday, April 04, 2009 7:45 PM

Subject: [regional_school] Re: We Need to Name the School

I think that Gina's idea of including a logo/symbol in the process of naming the school is an excellent idea. I also believe that exp;oring the Adrinka symbols for their culturally responsive and aesthetic values is a good place to start.

Tony  


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From: Porretta-Baker, Gina <Gina.Porretta-Baker@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: regional_school@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Sent: Wed, 1 Apr 2009 2:09 pm
Subject: [regional_school] Re: We Need to Name the School

In considering the naming of our school – we should also consider a symbol which represents our student, staff and parental community. I would like to suggest we look at the Adinkra symbols of ancient Africa, I have included several symbols below, along with their meaning, and also the website where you can find a more complete listing of the symbols. The meaning of each symbol is a powerful statement in and of itself of our educational movement. As for the legal considerations of using these symbols, I’m only an English teacher. J

 

http://www.mycustomstationery.com/resources/adinkra/

Faithfulness, Alertness, Dutifulness  Agyinduwura

 Democracy, Unity in Diversity

 

 Nyansapo – Wisdom Knot, representing Wisdom, Ingenuity, Intelligence, Patience

 

 Fawohudie – Freedom & Liberty

 

Ananse Ntontan  Wisdom, Creativity

 

Aya – The Fern  Defiance, Endurance, Resourcefulness

 

   Boa Me Na Me Boa Wo  Which literally means   Help Me to Help You

                                Interdependence, Cooperation

 

 Concealment, Humility and Strength, Wisdom and Learning

 

 Knowledge – symbol literally means: He who does not know can know from Learning

 

Gina Porretta-Baker

English Teacher

School of Imaging and Information Technology at Edison

324-9794 ext. 3260

 

"We have a powerful potential in our youth, and we must have the courage to change old ideas and practices so that we may direct their power toward good ends."

                                                                   ~  Mary McLeod Bethune

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From: regional_school-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:regional_school-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Yvonne M. Villareale
Sent: Wednesday, April 01, 2009 12:03 PM
To: regional_school@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [regional_school] Re: We Need to Name the School

 

Like the name.  Our School.......However, a few year's back the private school named just that "Our School" closed their doors.  Their old website is still up and running although their phone number no longer works ( http://www.ourschoolrochester.org/).  Wondering, could that be a possible "branding" confusion?

Yvonne Villareale

At 11:41 AM 4/1/2009, you wrote:


Great points offered, and thanks for thoughtful input on my suggestion.  As stated, that was just a 2-bit name to start the ball rolling toward great names to inspire genuine learning success for all who come. While I value your reasons why my 2-bits wouldn't work for you -- cannot wait to see the wonders that you think will inspire the best from any who come:-).
 
If each of us tosses in an offering we think could create a quality prototype, the best one will emerge quite quickly. Love Jeanne Gray's community notion of OUR SCHOOL - and look forward to many offerings that will excite a new kind of opportunity for all learners:-) and possibily even inspire the rest of us.
 
Best, Ellen
 
 
 
Ellen Weber (PhD)
Director - MITA International Brain Based Center
PO Box 347, Pittsford, NY 14534
MITA Brain Leaders and learners  blog: www.Brainleadersandlearners.com
MITA Brain Based Center Web Site  at www.mitaleadership.com
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From: Ellen Weber
To: regional_school@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Sent: Wednesday, April 01, 2009 10:48 AM
Subject: [regional_school] Re: We Need to Name the School

Others will likely have far better ideas but here's my 2-bits:-)  THE SMART SCHOOL
 
Why so? Every student who enters - brings an amazing brain to class and can learn as well as offer incredible insights from their past knowledge and experiences. Great schools have all learners leave even smarter than they came! Not an easy task - if one recognizes their genuine intelligence from the start. Yet a task a smart school can both recognize their smarts and inspire their potential at the peaks:-) Nuff said:-)
 
Will be fun to see the great names that pop up for this special venture.
 
Ellen
 
 
Ellen Weber (PhD)
Director - MITA International Brain Based Center
PO Box 347, Pittsford, NY 14534
MITA Brain Leaders and learners  blog: www.Brainleadersandlearners.com
MITA Brain Based Center Web Site  at www.mitaleadership.com
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From: William Cala
To: regional
Sent: Wednesday, April 01, 2009 10:19 AM
Subject: [regional_school] We Need to Name the School

For many reasons that some of you have pointed out to me (such as grant writing, the message we wish to convey etc.) it is important that we name the regional school.  Doing so will solidify the concept in the Greater Rochester area.  The name will translate our vision to the community.

Yesterday, Keith Rankin (regional school planning member) and I sat down at Edison to discuss the issue.  I want to take the time to thank Keith for his help and prodding. 

So.... the task......

I'd like to have an e-mail brainstorming session.  Keeping in mind the belief statement (attached), please share your thoughts about a name.

The name should (could) be:

Easy to remember
Easy to spell
Has a desired message (either obvious or subtle)

Be creative.  Take a chance.  Share your thoughts!

This is brainstorming......There are no bad ideas.

Thanks!

Bill

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