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“WELCOME HOME”, AUGUST, 2020
Hello GJW Parents and Students,
Welcome to the 2020-2021 school year. My name is Nikole Davis and I will be serving as the new principal of General Johnnie Wilson. I have served Lorain City School students, staff, families and the community in various roles over my last 20 years within the district. I am originally from Cleveland, but I have made Lorain my home. My most recent role was as a Dean of Scholars and Credit Recovery Summer School Principal. My goal is to always go out of my way to assist and support! I am so excited about this opportunity to work with staff, students, parents and the community to make General Johnnie Wilson the best school in the district.
I am excited to introduce all of the new staff members to the GJW Family. Listed are the new members of our family:
Mary Adamo – Assistant Principal
Reginald Shaw- Assistant Principal
Candyce Kelly- Secretary
Lydia Woleck -Secretary
Michelle Almady -Math Teacher
Beth Crossen – Title 1 ELA
Jessica Fales- Intervention Specialist
David Gomez- Social Studies Teacher
Katelyn Issari – English Language Arts Teacher
Amy Mazur – Title 1 Math Teacher
Eric Ruble -Gifted Resource Teacher
Latoya Smith – Intervention Specialist
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As we enter these new times in the world and in education, I want to ensure you that we are taking all precautions to ensure that all students, staff, and community members are safe during this time. As indicated by our CEO Dr. Graham, GJW will have online instruction for the start of the 2020-2021 school year. It is our goal to provide your students with comprehension instruction that provides clear instruction of Ohio State Academic Standards, intensive small group and individual support and strong social and emotional learning. We prioritize the wellness of our staff and students here at GJW.
As we prepare for the upcoming school year, I would like to provide you with a calendar of the upcoming events for General Johnnie Wilson. This newsletter will serve as information about resources and events that occur at GJW.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me at (440) 830-4240.
GJW Calendar of Events:
August 17, 2020
Teachers Return to Work
August 26, 2020
4:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. GJW Drive Through Orientation (8th grade only) GJW Main Entrance
August 27, 2020
4:00 p.m. -6:00 p.m. GJW Food Pantry
September 1, 2020
4:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. GJW Drive Through Orientation (7th grade only) GJW Main Entrance
September 2, 2020
4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. GJW Drive through Orientation (6th grade only) GJW Main Entrance
Our goal of the Drive-Through parent/student orientations is to welcome our students and family back to school and provide them with the opportunities to complete paperwork, change addresses, pick-up laptops, enjoy a small meal and explore community resources in a Covid Safe environment. Groups will be schedule in 30-minute increments to minimalize the contact and large groups. The orientation schedule will be posted on the General Johnnie Wilson Website and Facebook Page. In order to keep all safe, we ask that you attend the orientation on your assigned day and time.
Our theme this year is “Welcome Home.” My vision is that every student, staff member and community member feels that GJW is home and a great place to learn and grow! I would like to personally say “welcome home” and I look forward to an amazing journey here at General Johnnie Wilson!
Sincerely,
Nikole L. Davis, Principal GJW
Principal’s Corner:
I would like to welcome you all to the 2020-2021 school year! Here are a few facts about me:
- I am married and have 2 children Karon (21) and Niya (18).
- I am a licensed School Psychologist.
- I love to listen to music, travel and dance.
- Exercise brings me peace.
- My favorite food is Tacos!