The Core
"There is still concern that this track, the core of the storm, could shift a little farther to the west and have a very significant impact on the immediate coastline. Our present track keeps it off shore, but you never know," National Hurricane Center spokesman Dennis Feltgen said.
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I don't have a TV so I missed KGW's interview with exiting Metro President David Bragdon this weekend, but I just watched it online now and it includes some priceless parting shots.
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Dear Grant Watts Parents and Students, It is my pleasure to serve as the new principal at Grant Watts Elementary. As we begin a new school year, all of us at Grant Watts are excited about the many opportunities for students to learn and grow this year. We are committed to each of our students. Establishing a safe and caring environment, using best teaching practices, and working together with parents to meet the needs of our students are at the core of our mission. Just as the message reads on the wall as you enter Grant Watts, "Kids are our Focus!" This philosophy is carried out each day by the purposeful actions of all the staff at Grant Watts. If you are new to our school, you will soon realize what a special school this is, and if you are already established here, I’m sure you are well aware of our unique neighborhood school. Much of our success can be attributed to the long standing and ongoing partnership we have with the parents of our students. As the new principal I am looking forward to meeting all of you, and I am excited about the collaborative efforts we share with the Grant Watts Parent Organization and Grant Watts Site Council. Please stop by our main office to inquire about joining either of these groups. They are both great ways to "get connected."
The $7.7 billion deal underscores how eagerly Intel wants to tap into new technologies -- an area where it's made little headway up till now.
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