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WIAA Sportsmanship Summit
Inside this issue:
Literacy & Math Monthly 2
Parent Information Center 2
French Students Speak Fashion 3
Marking Period 2 Honor Roll 4
Senior Information 5
Our Vision, Our Mission 6
PlayOn! Sports 6
January 2013
Volume 2, Issue 5
The Washington Informer
“HO N O R I N G T H E T R A D I T I O N OF T H E H I S T O R I C P U R G O L D E R P R E S S ”
On December 5th, 2012, I attended
the WIAA Sportsmanship Summit
at the Holiday Inn & Convention
Center in Stevens Point, WI. The
summit taught me some things I
didn’t know about sportsmanship
and taught me more about things I
already felt I knew. For example,
there is a connection between
sportsmanship and leadership. At
the summit, coaches, players, and
officials all had a say on their reaction
to sportsmanship, which taught
me a lot about officials and parents
as a player on a sports team.
Just as a player is passionate about
playing the game, an official takes
reffing very seriously. Basketball
requires two officials watching five
players and football requires five
officials viewing eleven players on
two teams on the field all at once.
This looks much easier from the
bleachers than fans and parents
may think it is.
Parents, we appreciate your support
at both home and away games. In
each and every sporting event,
parents, fans, coaches, officials,
and players have to practice sportsmanship
because being a positive
person is important. “If you fall for
everything, you’ll stand for nothing.”
Work on being positive players,
teammates, fans, coaches, officials,
students, and parents.
-LaMaris Marrero, Student &
Purgolder Basketball Player
The WIAA conference gave me a
new view and good outlook on
Purgolder sportsmanship. Although
cheerleading is a different
kind of competition than basketball,
cheerleaders also participated
in the WIAA Sportsmanship Summit.
They said that when someone
falls on the other team, it’s always
important to help them up. Showing
sportsmanship shows what type
of leader you are. Even a simple
“Thank You” to the reffs shows
them that we all depend on eachother
for the games to take place.
When the final score is posted, it’s
a sign of respect for each other and
the game to shake hands with the
opposing team. Showing sportsmanship
is much more than being a
leader or helping someone. Good
sportsmanship is a sign of respect
for all participants, family, and
fans.
-Tracy Cooper, Student and
Purgolder Basketball Player
Washington High School of I.T., North Division High School, & Riverside
High School students attended the WIAA Sportsmanship Summit on
December 5 th , 2012, in Stevens Point, WI. They are pictured here with
staff from each school, including Bill Molbeck and keynote speaker, Jay
Wilson, Sports Director at WISC-TV in Madison. Not pictured, but present,
was Ms. Adair, WIAA Sportsmanship Committee Member and
Principal of Washington High School of I.T.
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P a g e 2
“...fulfill your
dreams and
live up to your
greatest
potential.”
Literacy & Math Monthly
A Message to Students from the
Literacy and Math Corner…
Now that Semester I has come to
a close, it is a good time to reflect
on the progress you’ve
made thus far. Think about what
you’ve accomplished as a student.
Think about what you’ve
accomplished outside of school.
It is always good to celebrate
your successes in life and to
work on areas that may need
improvement. By doing so, this
is a way to fulfill your dreams
and live up to your greatest potential.
As a way to get you
prepared and focused for Semester
II, use the following questions
for reflection and goalsetting:
1. What am I most proud of this
school year so far? Why?
2. Did I give 100% of myself
everyday in my classes? If so,
why? If not, why not?
3. Is there one way I can improve
myself as a student? What
is it and why is it important?
4. What is at least one goal I
have for myself for Semester II?
Why is this important to me?
A Message to Parents from the
Literacy and Math Corner…
Take some time before the end
of January to have a conversation
with your son or daughter
about the reflection questions
above. Spend quality time really
Parent Information Center
The next parent meeting will
be held at the Washington High
School of I.T. Parent Center on
Wednesday, January 30 th , from
6:00-7:00 PM. All parents are
invited and encouraged to attend.
The Annual Region V Parent
Professional Development
Conference will take place
March 13 th - 17 th , 2013 in Merrillville,
IN. Interested parents
can contact Parent Coordinator,
Kate Nicholson (875-5933)
or stop in the Parent Center for
an application. Applications are
due February 1 st . All costs for
the conference and transportation
are covered by the school.
Thank you to Honor Roll parents
and family members who
attended the Honor Roll Luncheon
the Friday before break:
Angela Jackson, Yolanda
Walker, Jacquilyn Seymore,
Carolyn Rhynes, Nicole Gilmore,
Esma Mitchell, James
Fowler and Tonia Fowler-
Harmon, Kim Madison, Latonia
Brown, Latasha Brooks and
Joann Brooks. Honor Roll
awards were distributed to the
students and Ms. Kirkwood’s
Creative Movement class performed
a variety of dance numbers.
A fresh lunch was served to
all. Thank you parents and families
for your support of these
students!
A big thanks to Kishaunda Ransaw-Banks,
Rudy Cervantes,
Florentino Rosas, Lavonia Arnold,
Donald Pickett, Lashunda
Hall, Maimoune Farmer, Ruthie
Jines, Alexis Parrott and Phalanda
Lofton for taking a break
from the holiday rush to come to
our School Governance Council
(Parent) Meeting on Dec. 19 th in
the Parent Center. Last month’s
meeting participants took in
presentations about PTA Milwaukee
and housing opportunities
through Habitat for Humanity.
Meetings take place on a
monthly basis and are a great
opportunity to flex the parent
voice at the school. This month’s
meeting will be Wednesday,
T h e W a s h i n g t o n I n f o r m e r
listening and talking to one another.
Perhaps you may also
want to share your successes and
goals as it relates to you and
your son or daughter. Time
spent together engaged in listening,
talking, and understanding
has such a positive impact and it
can even create life-changing
moments.
Here’s to a great start to Semester
II and 2013!
Your Literacy & Math Leaders,
-W. Smith & C. Schoonover
January 30 th , from 6:00-7:00 PM.
All parents and community members
are encouraged to come!
Questions or suggestions? please
contact Kate Nicholson, Parent
Coordinator, at (414) 875-5933.
Do you enjoy reading each
month’s Staff Highlight article?
Would you like to learn more
about your fellow WHSoIT
parents? In an effort to build
community and educate students
on the career paths available to
them, next month’s Informer will
spotlight a WHSoIT parent or
family member regarding his or
her pastime or career. Interested
in being interviewed? Please
contact:
Kate Nicholson,
Parent Coordinator
Washington High School of I.T.
(414) 875-5933

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French Students Speak Fashion
“Bonjour Washingtoniens. Je Mappelle Alexandra Berry-Wilson. Comment ca va? How do you like my French introduction? I am going to share with you this Gallic smooth-
sounding language of Love. Not only that, but I will also share with you something not known by many, French Fashion with friends. I’d also like to introduce you to a few fash-
ion designers and their history.”
CoCo Chanel
CoCo Chanel was born August 19,1883 During WW1.
Her design aesthetic was realized in jewelry, handbags, and fragrance. Her signature scent, Chanel No.
5, became an iconic product, one irrevocably identified with The House of Chanel. She wanted to
change the outlook of the world. She was the first woman industry leader. Her first perfume was Chanel
No. 5 and her first fashion clothing was pants for women along with lipstick. She was also the first to
design hats, suits, and make-up for women.
Azzedine Alaia
Azzedine Alaia is a Tunisian-born couturier and shoe designer, particularly successful since the 1980s. He
was born June 7,1939.
Tunisian-born Paris-based Alaïa has been creating seductive, curve-hugging clothes since he first opened
his own Parisian atelier in the late Seventies. Alaïa’s fashion education began at the École des Beaux-
Arts in Tunisia, where after graduation, he started working as a dressmaker’s assistant. In 1957, he moved
to Paris and spent many years under the guidance of established fashion houses including Christian Dior,
Guy Laroche, and Thierry Mugler.
Pierre Cardin
Pierre Cardin is an Italian-born French fashion designer who was born on 2 July 1922, at San Biagio di
Callalta near Treviso. He gained fame for his futuristic fashions in the 1950s and 1960s. Cardin was
known for his avant-garde style and his Space Age designs. He was educated in Central France and was 14
when he started his career as a clothier’s apprentice.
Violã Michèlle Henry (pictured right)
Elle porte une veste noire worthington. Son gilet blanc est par
Aéropostale son blue jean est une oeuvre de American Eagle. Elle
porte une ceinture cuir noire avec boucle diamantee signée Dots.
Les talons en cuir noir sont de Predictions.
Violă Terry Fikes (pictured center)
Il porte un tricot noir argente et bleu avec des pierres en argent,
oeuvre originale de Xavier. Le jean lui donnant un air de Baba Cool
est concu par Members Property. Les souliers en cuir noir portent la
griffe de Stacy Adams.
Violã Alexandra (pictured left)
Elle porte une robe multicolore par
Suzie Rose. La ceinture en cuir noire
par Suzie Rose. Le talons noirs en cuir
par Nina.
“ Always be
classy and
fabulous.”
-Coco Chanel

P a g e 4 T h e W a s h i n g t o n I n f o r m e r
ABDI, IDEY
ADAMS, DIEYRIA
ALI, ZEYNAB
ANDERSON, DEREK
ANDERSON, TAYLOR
BALL, ALEXIS
BARKSDALE, TYANGELA
BERNARD, SHANIA
BERRY-WILSON, ALEXANDRIA
BOOKER, CRAIG
BOTELHO, LADASHA
BOWIE, JASON
BRANCH, ELISHA
BROCK, PHALON
BROOKS, LADECIA
BROWN, JALICA
BROWN, KAYLA
BROWN, LYNETRIA
BUTLER, ANTEJA
BUTLER, MONIQUE
CARRINGTON, CLAUDETTE
CHACHRIT, SAW
COLEMAN, DEANN
CONERY, ALEXIA
DARROUGH, JEHSEN
DAVIS, FELICIA
DAVIS, STARTAVIA
DEDRICK, SHANELL
DOH, CHRISTKELA
EASTERLING, ANTON
EDWARDS, EBONY
EDWARDS, LAQUITA
ERBY, LATISHA
Marking Period 2 Honor Roll
FOSTER, JERMAINE
GEBREYESUS, HELEN
GEBREYESUS, ZAID
GOODMAN, DANA
GOUDY, SASH
GRAFTON, KAMIYAH
GREEN, JIMMY
GREEN, NADIRAH
GREGORY, EDAJAHMONE
HADLEY, DEVONTE
HALL, KEEAIRA
HANDY, JAKKHARI
HARMON, OLIVIA
HARRINGTON, SAMARIA
HEGWOOD, ARMONTE
HENDERSON, OCTAVIUS
HENRY, MAKYLA
HERD, ASHLEY
HOLLEY, SHAMPREE
HOLLOWAY, AALIYAH
HOLMES, FREDRICK
HOPKINS, TIANNIA
HORVERS, TEVON
HUBBARD-COLE, NATHANIEL
HUDNALL, JUSTICE
HUGHES, BARQUISE
HUNT, SAMANTHA
JACKSON, BRIANA
JEFFERSON, QWANISHA
JINES, NATHANIEL
JOHNSON, LA DARRIUS
JOINER, ISIAH
JONES Jr, DWAYNE
JONES, AUDRIANNA
JONES, IREANA
JONES, SHAKURRA
JORDAN, JACKIE
KING, ANGEL
KU, TOE
LA, MO AYE
LAWSON, JKOREYIA
LEVY, ROBERTA
LIDDELL, LAANNA
LISINSKI, DESMON
LYONS, AHTYANNA
MACAULEY, VICTORIA
MARRERO, LAMARIS
MARTIN, KAYLA
MCCAIN, KATRILLIA
MCCLELLAN, AMANI
MCCLELLAN, MEGAN
MCGEE, PIERRE
MCGHEE, ANTOINE
MCINTYRE, MAKYLE
MCKAY-TAYLOR, JAMAAR
MCMURRAY, WARREN
MERRIWETHER Jr, DEREK
MOHAMED, MAASIO
MONTGOMERY-REED, KRIST
MOORE, JUSTIN
MOORE, SHANICE
MORRIS, JEWEL
MOYENGA, WEND MY NIDA C
NELSON, YOLANDA
NICHOLS, SHAUNITA
OWENS, ROBERT
PAW, LAH MAY
PEARSON, CHANIYA
PEARSON, KAMARI
PENA, KASANDRA
PERRY, AQUANIA
PETERSON, DOMINIQUE
PETTY, NATASIANA
PICKETT, JEANETTA
PINKSTON, KEYMONNY
PITTMAN, CARLOS
RAMSEY, ISAIAH
REDMOND, LAKENYA
REED, LASHA
REEVES, DESMOND
RHYNES, JANEISHA
ROBERTSON, QUIERRA
RODGERS, TANIESHA
SANFORD Jr, SHANNON
SAY, SARRY
SEALS, AVRIANNE
SER, PAW KAM
SIMBI, ARIANE
SIMON, DAJANE
SIMPSON, SHANE
SMITH, QUOTISHA
SMITH, SHANTORA
SMITH, TRE
SMITH-KING, ARIELLE
SOUMAHORO, ISMAEL
SPEED, VERONICA
STATEN, KATTIANA
STEWART, JASMIN
STOKES, QUNNITA
SUMMERS, MYIESHA
TAYLOR, ANTINAE
TAYLOR, KENEISHA
THAN, YI YI
THOMPSON, KRISTEN
TRAMMELL, TIANA
TRUSS, JERRY
TURNER, JASMINE
TURNER, SHAQUETTA
VEAL, MORANI
WAH, NAW PAW SAY
WALKER, AMBER
WASHINGTON, DOMINIQUE
WATSON, TALAYAH
WILEY, ASIA
WILLIAMS, ALIYAH
WILLIAMS, DEVONTE
WILLIAMS, JUSTICE
WILLIAMS, LAURAL
WINSTON, DESIRAE
WRIGHT, QUINTERIO
WYNN, MARVIN
YOSIEF, ZEBIB

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T h e W a s h i n g t o n I n f o r m e r
Graphic Design by the Following Students:
ANDERSON, DEREK
BROOKS, LADECIA
CARTER, ASIA
CHATMAN, JAMOL
COOPER, STACY
COOPER, TRACY
DAVIS, KEYWAUN
DOTSON, NICKOLAS
DUPREE, KENKADE
FRELIX, SKY E
GOUDY, SASH
GRAFTON, SHALETHA
GREGORY, EDAJAH-
MONE
HARRIS, KATRAWN
HIGHTOWER, DAISHA
JOHNSON, LA DARRIUS
KING, VINCENNES
KOPCA, KEVIN
LANE, CASHMERE
LONG, KEYWANA
LOVE, DEVON
MCCANTS, ZEBADIAH
NASH, MARKESE
PINKSTON, KEY-
MONNY
QUALLS, XAVIER
RAMIREZ, TORIAN
RAMSEY, ISAIAH
ROBINSON, DONTRELL
RUSSELL-BOWENS,
DALVIN
SER, PAW KAM
SMITH, MARQUIS
STATEN, KATTIANA
TAYLOR, KENEISHA
TURNER, KEITHA
WELLS, DAYQUAN
WILLIAMS, CHARITY
WILLIAMS, TERRELL
WILLS, JUWON
WINTERS, DEONDRE
WREN, NORLEN
BALL, ALEXIS
BERRY-WILSON,
ALEXANDRIA
BOOKER, CRAIG
BYARS, LATRICE
CHILDRESS, KYREE
CLEMENTS, NASTAS-
SIA
DESTA, GEZAY
DOSS, KREESHA
DUCK, MICHAEL
ECHOLS, DE ANTHONY
ERBY, LATISHA
FIKES, TERRY
GARRETT Jr, WILLIS
HALL, KEEAIRA
HAYES, DARVELLE
HOWARD Jr, TERRENCE
HUNT, JOHN
JACKSON, SACIA
LAY, CHIT KO
LEH, MU SAY
MARTIN Jr, JOHN
MCGEE, PIERRE
MILAN, JUSTIN
MULLINS, NATHANIEL
PAYNE, DONTAE
POLK, SHIKEDRIA
REED, LASHA
SCOTT, LORENZO
SMITH-KING, ARIELLE
STEWART, JASMIN
SUMMERVILLE, KEN-
TRIA
TOY, DESTINY
WILLIAMS, LAURAL
WILLIAMS, MIA
About Our Newsletter
The Washington Informer is a monthly publication designed by Washington
High School of Information Technology students enrolled in Image Technology.
Article requests and submissions are provided by parents, students,
administration, staff, and our readers. Students learn design concepts and
computer skills through Microsoft Office Publisher. Thank You for your
continued interest in The Washington Informer!
Ms. Adair, Principal
Our Vision
At Washington HS of IT, it is our vision to provide a rigorous academic and career defining
curriculum that will empower our students to graduate proficient and prepared to
compete and succeed globally!
Our Mission
At Washington High School of Information Technology we are passionate about student
success. WHSoIT will create an atmosphere that demands excellence. We will build
relationships with all stakeholders to assure that we are providing World Class educational
experiences that will catapult our students to the highest levels of academic
achievement. Through the use of technology and enhancement of partnerships with
business and higher education institutions, we will create opportunities for students to
graduate proficient and prepared to compete and succeed in an ever-changing global
society.
Nondiscrimination Statement: It is the policy of the Milwaukee Public Schools that, as required by section 118.13, Wisconsin Statutes, no person will be denied
admission to any public school or be denied the benefits of, or be discriminated against in any curricular, extracurricular, pupil services, recreational or other
program or activity because of the person’s sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation or
disability. This policy also prohibits discrimination under related federal statutes, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (race, color, and national origin),
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (sex), and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (disability), and the Americans with Disabilities Act of
1990 (disability). All Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs and activities are open to all students without discrimination under both state and federal
law.
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