Transcontinental Railroad Fieldwork Expedition Kick-off Today was a fabulous day for a hike through the tunnels and snowsheds built in the 1840's by Chinese laborers in an effort to construct the first transcontinental railroad. Welch crew students were able to experience first hand the hardships and determination these immigrants faced each day for many [...]
Earth Shaking, Mountain Making, a study of California geology is the McMains Crew fall expedition and we plan an extraordinary final product. With the guidance of a local cinematographer, the McMains Crew will be writing, directing, and producing a documentary film for entry in youth film festivals! Along with our academic expedition, we are [...]
For the 2010-11 school year, the class is studying "Cultural Ecology Through Petroglyphic Stories". This academic unit examines the relationships of geography and climate on the cultures of Pre-Columbian settlements and early settlers in the Truckee area. The class has been working closely with the Donner Summit Historical Society, conducting fieldwork, touring the different sites [...]
Hi SELS Community, Congratulations on a successful first day and start to the 2011-12 school year. Very exciting to have all the students and energy back on campus. Some info to share: - Busing will be a little crazy for a week or so; please bear with us and know that Transportation works really hard [...]
Welcome Back This will be your link to all information regarding the Welch Crew. Here are a few of the basics to get you started to a great school year. Contacting Diane: My school email address is: dwelch@truckeecharterschool.org SELS Web address: www.truckeecharterschool.org How do I access this web information? Log on to SELS website [...]
Welcome Back Welch Crew It's hard to believe that summer is over and school is back in session, but I am very excited to get started with my new crew this fall and begin our Fall expedition. We will have many opportunities for rich fieldwork and experts to join our crew both in the [...]
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For the 2010-11 school year, the class is studying "The History of Truckee". Students will take a close look at their own family history in Truckee (2nd grade), local senior citizens history (3rd grade), the history of the Donner Family and their impact in Truckee, and a closer look at the Native American Tribes to [...]
The next SELS Board Meeting will take place on Monday, August 1st from 5:30 - 8:30pm. All parents and interested parties are welcome to attend. Related Documents (PDF Format): Agenda
The next SELS Board Meeting will take place on Monday, July 11th from 6-9pm. All parents and interested parties are welcome to attend. Related Documents (PDF Format): Agenda Background Info EL Partnership Agreement SELS 2011-12 Budget Submission (July 1) SELS Budget SACS Adoption (July 1) TTUSD SELS MOU 2011-12
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