News: March, 2009

We are off to a great start. This month, our goal is on reorganizing the materials which we already have. Presently, there are numerous materials listed in one category which should logically be cross listed in another (e.g., certain historical documents are found under Texts, but not under the appropriate Social Studies unit). Once this task is completed, we should better be able to assess which areas need more materials and which are fairly complete.

Green Tip: Buy Better Batteries

Buy better batteries!

Non-rechargeable: It's very tempting, in a shopping rush or on a budget, to buy "cheap" batteries. We've all seen them at the discount store, with four or more "AA" in a package for $1 or so. In this case, you get less than what you pay for. These batteries are often "heavy duty" or "super heavy duty" and will be dead before you know it. If you don't yet use rechargeable batteries, at least go for the higher-end long-lasting batteries. They may be more expensive initially, but will last longer and prove less expensive over time.

Rechargeable: These are your best bet. When a battery runs low, you simply place it in your charger for a boost. Rechargeable batteries seem to last forever, making them the "cheapest" bet in the long run. They also contain enough to juice to properly run high-energy electronics such as digital cameras.

Warning: Rechargeable batteries contain heavy metals and must be recycled. Visit Rechargable Battery Recycling Corporation for information on where you can drop in or mail your dead batteries.

Visit the Go Green! section of the website for more information.