ACT workshops help students boost test scoresLocal students have the opportunity to get assistance in improving their ACT scores through a series of workshops sponsored by the St. Clair County KnowHow2Go Initiative and the RESA. The workshops will be held over a four-week period beginning Feb. 13 and will cover the content areas of math, English, science and reading. All workshops are 9 a.m.–2 p.m. at the St. Clair County Community College M-TEC buliding. Registration is required. Click here for more information.
READ THE LATEST EDITION OF 499 RANGE ROAD See wildlife up close at nature center Some of what you'll find in the latest edition of 499 Range Road, the RESA electronic newsletter: – How Pine River Nature Center visitors can see wildlife up close. – Why the Woodland gym is now open to RESA employees. – What 'Read Around the Planet' means to local students. – What's coming up on Dateline:Schools on cable TV and local radio. Read the current edition
READ THE LATEST EDITION OF TECHNICALLY SPEAKING
More academic credit available through TEC
Here is what you'll see in the January edition of Technically Speaking, TEC's electronic newsletter. – How students can earn basic credits through their TEC programs.
– When BPA students will advance to the state competition.
– What will be offered at the TEC Open House. Read the current edition
H1N1 clinics offered at health departmentThe St. Clair County Health Department is offering walk-in vaccination clinics on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The clinics are available at no cost to the public, and no appointment is necessary. Get clinic hours and more information by going to the health department's website.
 READ THE LATEST EDITION OF NATURE NOTES
Snowflakes are wonders of geometry
Every snowflake is indeed different. Read about how temperature and altitude give each snowflake a distint apperance. Nature Notes is the newsletter for supporters of the Pine River Nature Center. Find out how to subscribe, and learn about the latest activities at the nature center by reading the Winter 2010 edition. Read the current edition
| READ THE LATEST EDITION OF THE WOODLAND WORDPlans in place for Special Olympics Here is what you'll read in this edition of Woodland's newsletter,
The Woodland Word: - How students and staff celebrated the holidays.
- When low-cost haircuts will be offered during school hours.
- How students are gearing up for this year's Book Fair.
- How students are preparing for the coming Special Olympics.
Read the current edition
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Pioneers of Medicine DVD now available  The accomplishments of four Port Huron physicians who made an impact on the profession that was felt worldwide are remembered in a DVD documentary, Port Huron's Pioneers of Medicine. The documentary was produced by the Education Technology staff of the RESA, in partnership with the Port Huron Museum and the St. Clair County Medical Society. The four physicians featured are: Dr. Nicholas Douvas, who revolutionized eye surgery; Dr. Charles Townley, an innovative orthopedic surgeon; Dr. John Coury, a former president of the American Medical Association; and Dr. Cyrus Stockwell, a Civil War-era physician who was the first president of the Michigan State Medical Society. Copies of the video are available for $10 by contacting Susan Rutkofske at ext. 4149. Watch the documentary
 Parents, families should prepare for H1N1 flu
The new school year brings the renewed possibility of the spread of the H1N1 virus. Schools, staff and parents can prepare themselves by being educated on the disease. The new issue of Healthy Kids details ways to lessen the chance of contamination and offers tips on how parents can be ready in case the virus affects their children or closes schools. Read the Fall edition of Healthy Kids Download a poster on preventing colds and flu
Student-built sheds for sale Sheds built by students in TEC's Construction Trades program are available for sale at RESA. Four of the sheds are 8' x 12' x 7' with a 5' double door. The other four are built on an 8' x 12' base with the shed measuring 8' x 8' x 7' with a 5' double door and a small porch. Each shed costs $1,400, which covers the cost of materials and tax. Anyone who is interested can call 455-4211. View pictures of the sheds
Homeless DVDs available statewideRESA-created DVDs* exploring the plight of homeless students are available to order. The DVDs give a first-hand look at the cause of homelessness and how educators can respond. * Videos are also available upon request. Click here for DVD order form
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTKeep up on the latest programs for educatorsThe RESA provides sessions throughout the year on a range of topics for educators. View coming workshops
MAP/DIRECTIONS TO RESA CAMPUS:For driving directions, click on the small Michigan icon at bottom left
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