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Metro Robotics and Design students joined with IC3D, a local 3D printing company, to serve as "printer elves" for Toys for Tots. A total of 681 toys were printed by Metro students from the design provided, which was part of a larger goal to create 15,000 toys. A grand total of 16,902 toys have been made and are ready to deliver for the holidays!

In response to the current Alert Level in the Ohio Public Health Advisory System, all Metro classes will be held virtually on Friday, November 20. Metro will be closed Nov. 23-27 for Fall Break and will resume virtual instruction on November 30.

OSU's Department of Math is hosting free, online monthly workshops to encourage 7th-12th grade students to explore math concepts through fun activities. November's focus is mazes. Join them November 21 at 11am to find your way through a labyrinth, unwind its mysteries and create your own maze! Learn more at go.osu.edu/mazes

Taking advantage of early Black Friday deals? Don't forget to choose Metro Early College as your charity on Amazon Smile (http://smile.amazon.com/ch/90-0838465), and we'll receive a donation from Amazon when you shop!

As you begin your holiday shopping, consider using Amazon Smile. By selecting Metro Early College H.S. as your charity on smile.amazon.com, you can benefit our students at no extra expense to you! You Shop. Amazon Gives!

Metro teachers were excited to welcome students for the first day of blended instruction. It was great to see all who reported to Metro today!

The Ohio Dept. of Education invites students to participate in Florence Nightingale Day November 14 to learn about women in statistics and data science. Visit their website for details: http://education.ohio.gov/Media/Ed-Connection/Oct-19-2020/Florence-Nightingale-Day-offers-opportunities-for

Encourage your Metro H.S. student to take advantage of extra help with OSU tutors! New tutoring times starting 11/2/20 will be: Math: Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri. 8-8:30am, Fri. 2-2:30pm Social Studies/Electives: Mon. 2-2:30pm Science: Tues. 2-2:30pm English/Lang. Arts: Thurs. 2-2:30pm Tutoring will be facilitated by Metro staff on Adobe Connect: http://metrohs.adobeconnect.com/r8a2nk6pi30c/ H.S. teachers will host their class Office Hours on Wednesdays from 1-2:30pm.

Metro is preparing for the start of blended instruction (in person/virtual) on November 2. Parents should check PowerSchool to confirm their cohort selection and review the Restart Protocols and Procedures for important details: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RGUd2qjGNP2Tk4lOm5aU1ZZCwbqekEfcV5WwLBWzqxY/edit?usp=sharing

Registration is now open for Amazon Web Services Girls’ Tech Day, a chance for young women ages 8-24 to explore Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Coding, Virtual Reality, Robotics, and more! Visit their site for information and registration. http://www.cvent.com/events/aws-girls-tech-day/event-summary-bd517818d92949a99198c428f7b8a8bf.aspx?fbclid=IwAR2QjWg7Qdhcs1QLW6MDDpmzev_HOD_OL4gyQ7jeF9rGQAlfW4c15SjQAmo

H.S. families are invited to "Noche de Ciencias", a 3-day event geared toward increasing interest in STEM fields in the Hispanic community. Register by Nov. 6 if interested! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ip6kcch63mYGPclgrjjcWpEbbhCdEMI6/view?usp=sharing

What do you do when you can't take a class photo during virtual instruction? You put your critical thinking skills to work! Check out Ms. Kennedy's creative Advisory photo.

Metro is planning to begin blended instruction Nov. 2 and will return to an 8am-2:30pm schedule. We anticipate resumed bus service from CCS, Hilliard and SWCS for those who registered for transportation. Students will report for onsite instruction two days a week based on last name OR can select to continue full time virtual instruction. Families who have not done so should complete the Cohort Selection Survey by Friday to help us with planning: https://forms.gle/qH8gyvDBHZujbryB9

List of student food service options during fall 2020 virtual instruction by district of residence: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FdG9LI7Wj9JpTCmAj-eulyNFTRepooRo83U_kVeXCww/edit?usp=sharing

Create a positive outlook every day this month! Use the Optimistic October calendar for great ideas on keeping a positive mindset. https://drive.google.com/file/d/13rWAhDhui02ArjEp5mUH54U4AOEmpdey/view?usp=sharing

Celebrate STEM at OSU's WestFest Sept. 28-Oct. 3. This year's event has gone virtual and has a variety of activities for science enthusiasts of all ages. Visit their website for details: https://bpcrc.osu.edu/west-campus-science-technology-festival

Girls + Data is offering virtual camps in the coming weeks for female students interested in technology careers. Visit their website to learn more and to register: https://www.girlsplusdata.org

Metro student begins at home business during pandemic. https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.dispatch.com/news/20200907/columbus-teen-builds-sneaker-restoration-business-amid-pandemic%3ftemplate=ampart

Join us for the next meeting of the Metro PTSA on Tuesday, Sept. 8 at 7pm. The meeting will be hosted virtually on Webex; all families are welcome to participate. Check your email for the meeting link and code.

Metro's High School Parent Technology and Q&A session scheduled for Thursday, August 27 at 6:30pm is being postponed. The new meeting date will be posted as soon as the event is rescheduled.