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By HEATHER FIORE The Sun At the recommendation recommendation of one of its members, the Lawrence Lawrence Township Council considered changing the length of the township’s mayoral term from two years to one year, a request that was denied at a recent council meeting. The appeal was made by Councilman Mike Powers, who was on the Township Council two years ago when this issue was first brought up for discussion by former Councilman Bob Bostock. “At that time, it was anticipated by changing the mayor’s term, it would strengthen the mayor’s relationship with state officials and it would provide the mayor sufficient time to carry out the mayor’s agenda,” Powers said. “Now, we have a majority of new council members, and I thought it would be appropriate to re-evaluate that.” Mayor Jim Kownacki, who will carry out his second consecutive term come 2014, said various
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KATIE MORGAN/The Sun The Lawrence Middle School girls basketball team dominated in a win over the Thomas Grover Middle School Jaguars on Dec. 17.
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Ninety percent of American schools don’t teach computer science. Fewer students are learning how computers work than a decade ago. Girls and minorities are severely underrepresented. And yet, technology is increasingly shaping almost every aspect of how we live our lives. That’s why every every one of the students at St. Ann School joined in on the largest education event in history: The Hour of Code. During Computer Science Education Week (Dec. 9-15), every student from kindergarten through eighth grade spent one hour learning computer science, doing online tutorials featuring Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg and
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ow many times have you seen
some of our American brethren, it’s it’s
it: People driving around town throwing caution to the wind,
as if they were on a NASCAR NASCAR track? You’d think someone was giving away free hundred dollar bills.
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Kownacki: Two-year Two-year term the best thing KOWNACKI Continued from page 1 local and state officials he’s worked with over the last two years have applauded Lawrence’s effort to extend the mayoral term. “It’s been a real honor to serve and to meet all these state officials, get to talk to them and attend meetings with them – whether it’s state, county or other municipalities,” he said. “Some of the meetings I couldn’t make and had to have representatives there for me because, at the time, I still worked. But, I made most of the ones that I could make, make, and all of the ones that I ever made talked about never going back to the one-year term. They were glad that Lawrence stepped up and went to a twoyear mayoral term. They felt the communications with Lawrence right now are better than ever. They didn’t feel that they had to wait for responses to anything.” Kownacki said he hasn’t heard one negative thing about Lawrence transitioning
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to a two-year mayoral term because other government officials felt it was “the best thing Lawrence could’ve done.” Under the Faulkner Act, the township could’ve voted to appoint a mayoral term of one year, year, two years or four years, and Kownacki thinks the township made the right move changing it to a two-year term. “When we voted on this two years ago, we voted to go with it; to try to compare what happened over these past two years, no matter who would be sitting in this seat as mayor, would face the same challenges,” he said. “Maybe some would’ve been handled a little differently, but we would’ve still had the same challenges we had, whether it was about taxes, bulk trash or traffic lights – the person would’ve still faced the same problem.” Powers said one year should be enough time to carry out a mayoral agenda, since the mayor essentially serves as a ceremonial position in the township’s managercouncil form of government, but KownacKownacki disagreed. “I don’t think we gave it enough time for it to work,” Kownacki said. “I feel like we
should continue with the two-year mayoral term. I feel it will improve, and I do believe we’ll get more from the state, county and other townships because we’ll be coming together even that much more.” Council members Cathleen Lewis and Stephen Brame voiced their support of keeping the two-year mayoral term, along with Kownacki. “I was not on council when this was voted on, but I wholeheartedly supported it as a citizen because I have seen from the other side, when I worked for state government, the importance of creating those strong relationships and the importance of that consistency,” Lewis said. “I’ve also seen over the last two years the importance of that consistency from a resident’s standpoint. I think that we’ve had a number of challenges that are going to continue to be challenges; the rules of the game have changed over the last few years, particularly when it comes to how we collect revenue and how we’re able to budget.” “I think that it’s important that resi-
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LES students perform holiday concert Music filled the air at Lawrenceville Elementary School on Friday, Dec. 13 for the annual winter holiday concert under the direction of LES’ new Music Director Daniel Beal. Children in grades one, two and three performed musical selections based on the theme of “We Wish You Peace.” Festive “toe-tapping” songs focusing on unity, peace and spreading joy were featured, reinforcing the school’s character education mission. Featured songs were performed in four different languages, Spanish, Hebrew, Swahili and English. The stage was adorned with holiday decorations with musical notes and doves, created by the children and Maria Raimondo, art specialist. Ed Francis, physi-
Special to The Sun Third graders sing ‘The Glory of Love’ written by Billy Hill and arranged by Jay Althouse.
cal education specialist, directed the lighting and sound. Beal provided the accompani-
ment on the piano while the children sang, danced and played rhythm instruments and chimes.
Local artist exhibit on display through Dec. 31 “Being Still,” an exhibit of paintings by local artist, S.L. Baker, will be shown at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch of the Mercer County Library through Dec. 31. The paintings are a confluence of Buddhist thought, social and familial concern. Wor Working king mostly in acrylic on canvas and using fingers instead of brushes, the paintings are often influenced by meditation practice. Born in Princeton, Baker is a lifelong resident resident of the area and a retired New Jersey public school teacher. She lives in Lawrenceville with her hus-
band, who is a professional musician and songwriter. Baker is also a published poet and lyricist. Baker’s work is on display in the East Lobby Gallery at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch of the Mercer County Library. The exhibit is open to the public during the library’s open hours. The library is located at 2751 Brunswick Pike (Business Route One) in Lawrenceville. For more information about the library and its programs, visit mcl.org or call (609) 9896920.
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[email protected] . Or you can submit a calendar listing through our website (www.lawrencesun.com). Traditional worship service at 10:30 a.m. Sunday. Preschool through adult Sunday School at 9:15 a.m., with childcare available. Wheelchair accessible. 140 Denow Road, Lawrenceville. Lawrenceville. Visit www.hopechurch-nj.org. Harvest Chapel of Lawrenceville: Coffee and hospitality at 9:15 a.m. Adult Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. Worship service at 10:30 a.m. Kids ministry for ages 5 through 12 during service. 64 Phillips Ave., Lawrenceville.
DEC. 30 Magic Show with John Carlson : Ages 3 to 11. 1 p.m. at the Lawrence Library. Show includes magic, ventriloquism, comedy and even a rabbit. Siblings and
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DEC. 31 Library closings: All branches of the Mercer County Library System will close at 3 p.m. today in observance of New Year’s Eve. Bookies and Babies: Ages 6 months to 23 months. 11 a.m. at the Lawrence Library. Join us for a fun, upbeat program of songs, rhymes, finger-plays, board books and activities to promote early literacy in infants and young toddlers. Led by a librarian; caregiver participation is required. Online registration required. Go to mcl.org to register.
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Change to ordinance rejected by 3-2 vote CHANGE Continued from page 6 dents have the consistency – that they know who their mayor is, that that mayor has the time to put forth a vision and to respond to those challenges and be able to see it through, or at least have a seamless transition – and I think that one year is never enough time to complete something in government and certainly not
foresee its transition,” Lewis said. Brame argued that it would set a bad precedent for the township to change back to a one-year term after just switching to a two-year term in 2011. “We have done the right thing to opt to a two-year term,” he said. The proposal was rejected by a 3-2 vote. Brame, Lewis and Kownacki voted against changing the term, and Powers and Dr. David Maffei voted in favor of changing the term.
More than 2 million students took to ok pa part rt wo worl rldw dwid idee MORE Continued from page 2 Angry Birds. The Hour of Code is a campaign to prove that regardless of age, race or gender, anyone can learn how to not just consume, but build the technologies technologies of the future. St. Ann School has been using coding with in its curricu-
lum for the last 12 years. St. Ann’s students were among more than 2 million who planned one Hour of Code during Dec. Dec. 9-15 worldwide. This movement, organized by Code.org and supported by Apple, Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, and more than 100 others, is a statement that today’s generation of students are ready to learn critical skills for 21st century success.
Troop No. 28 is open to boys who wh o ha have ve fin inis ishe hed d fif ifth th gr grad adee TROOP Continued from page 5 Scouts have to show proficiency in a skill to an older Scout or adult Scout leader to advance; whereas in Cub Scouts, only parental approval is necessary. Secondly, a lot of patience is necessary from the adult perspective, since Boy Scouts follows the boyled philosophy of Lord BadenPowell. This means the Scouts take on the responsibility responsibility of planning the activities, from Troop meetings and outings to fundrais-
ing and service projects. While this is done under the supervision of adults, it is a learning process for the Scouts. Oversights and blunders do occur, but the Scouts manage to turn these mistakes into fun activities.” Troop No. 28 is open to boys who have completed fifth grade, and meets Friday nights from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Troop Hut at Lawrence Road Presbyterian Church. For more information, visit http://lawrence28.mytroop. us/contact or email Stephen Monfre at stephen.monfre@ gmail.com or Committee Chairman Larry Fox at LAFoxlaw@ aol.com.
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The Cardinals of Lawrence High School nearly soared to new heights last season. And for the boys basketball team, that means this season is all about reaching that next level. Lawrence’s Lawrence ’s victory in the Central Jersey Group III title game last year gave the school its first sectional crown since 1998-99, a season when the Cardinals went all the way to the state final before losing in the final seconds to Parsippany. Last season’s team had its Cinderella run end against Camden High School in the Group III semifinals. Not bad for a head coach in his first season. “That was one of those special teams, they left a special mark. State tournament basketball is still state tournament basketball,” Jeff Molinelli said. “Basketball has always been my most favorite thing in my life. Just making that run with those guys really brought that fire back to the state tournament for me. It made me realize again what it’s all about. It’s really a special thing.” Molinelli was a standout in his own right during his time at Hopewell Valley Central High
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Coach: Team is focused on matching, exceeding previous accomplishments COACH Continued from page 10 School. He was a four-year varsity player, member of the 1,000 point club and during his s enior season garnered Most Valuable Player honors at the inaugural John Molinelli Holiday Tournament, named for his late father. Despite being a Bulldog, Molinelli said he’s always had a close relationship with Lawrence. “Lawrence has always been like a second home to me,” Molinelli said. “I still have great
friends that I grew up with. Going to the elementary school, I still know a ton of the teachers. I’m really happy to be a part of it.” The Cardinals’ philosophy is not a groundbreaking one. Molinelli said his team focuses on effort on both ends of the floor and keeping the level level of intensity high. “Overall I’m very proud proud of our progress, and it was a dream come true run in the state tournament, which was a great feeling,” Molinelli said. “The turnaround has been because of all the hard work the kids put forth. Our staff
preached about buying into the system, and as new coaches that takes time. Once the players realized that the system works and they can win, then they take their game to another level of play.” With last year’s surprise season in the rearview mirror, Molinelli said this year’s team is focused on matching and exceeding previous accomplishments. “They came in ready to work hard and that’s what you want to see,” Molinelli said. “The effort needs to be there first if there are going to be accolades in the future.”
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DECEMBER 25, 2013
LAWRENCE HIGH SCHOOL WINT ER SPORTS SCHEDULE BASKETBALL (BOYS) Friday De Dec. 27 27 Saturday De Dec. 28 28 Friday Jan. 3 Tuesday Jan. 7 Thursday Jan. 9 Saturday Jan. 11 Tuesday Jan. 14 Friday Jan. 17 Saturday Ja Jan. 18 18 Tuesday Jan. 21 Thursday Jan. 23 Saturday Jan. 25 Tuesday Jan. 28 Friday Jan. 31 Tuesday Feb. 4 Friday Feb. 7 Tuesday Feb. 11 Wednesday Feb. 12 Friday Feb. 14 Tuesday Feb. 18 Friday Feb. 21 Wednesday Feb. 26 Saturday Mar. 1 Monday Mar. 3 Wednesday Mar. 5 Friday Mar. 7 Monday Mar. 10 Wednesday Mar. 12 Sunday Mar. 16
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BASKETBALL (GIRLS) Friday Dec. 27 Saturday Dec. 28 Friday Jan. 3 Tuesday Jan. 7 Thursday Jan. 9 Saturday Ja Jan. 11 11 Tuesday Jan. 14 Friday Jan. 17 Tuesday Jan. 21 Thursday Jan. 23 Saturday Jan. 25 Tuesday Jan. 28 Frid Fr idaay Ja Jann. 31 Tuesday Fe Feb. 4 Tuesday Feb. 11 Wednesday Fe Feb. 12 12 Friday Feb. 14 Saturday Feb. 15 Monday Mar. 3
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SWIMMING (BOYS) Friday Dec. 27 Thursday Jan. 2 Tuesday Jan. 7 Thursday Jan. 9 Tuesday Jan. 14 Thursday Jan. 16 Monday Jan. 20 Thur Th ursd sday ay Ja Jan. n. 23 Friday Jan. 31 Saturday Feb. 1 Wednesday Feb. 5
TBD 4 p.m. TBD 4 p.m. 4 p.m. 4 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 4 p. p.m. m. 4:30 p.m. 12 p.m. 4 p.m.
Hornet Relays Ewing Hopewell Valley WWPS WWPN Trenton Central Notre Dame Stei St eine nert rt MCT MCT NJSIAA
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CENTRAL JERSEY
DECEMBER 25, 2013
LAWRENCE HIGH SCHOOL WINT ER SPORTS SCHEDULE SWIMMING (GIRLS) Friday Dec. 27 Tuesday Jan. 7 Thursday Jan. 9 Tuesday Jan. 14 Thursday Jan. 16 Tuesday Jan. 21 Thursday Jan. 23 Tuesday Jan. 28 Thursday Jan. 30 Saturday Feb. 1 Tuesday Feb. 4 Monday Feb. 10 Wednesday Feb. 12 Friday Feb. 14
TBD 6:30 p.m. 4 p.m. 4 p.m. 4 p.m. TBD 4 p.m. TBD 4:30 p.m. 12 p.m. 4 p.m. TBD TBD TBD
Hornet Relays Hopewell Valley WWPS WWPN Trenton Central Notre Dame Steinert MCT MCT MCT NJSIAA NJSIAA Sectionals NJSIAA
TBD Pennington Prep West Windsor Plainsboro HS South West Windsor Plainsboro HS North Lawrence High School The College of New Jersey Lawrence High School Montgomery High School West Windsor Plainsboro HS North West Windsor Plainsboro HS North TBD TBD TBD TBD
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WINTER TRACK Friday Jan. 3 Saturday Jan. 11 Saturday Jan. 18 Sunday Jan. 26 Friday Feb. 7 Saturday Feb. 22
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