Around Town

PHOTOS: Crowds Turn out for Official Dedication of the Dave Theis Bridge

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Sunday’s ceremony dedicating the bridge over the Mianus River on Rte 1 in honor of Dave Theis drew hundreds. Despite heat and a detour on East Putnam Ave between Indian Field Rd and Strickland, crowds gathered to remember the former Greenwich Selectman who died unexpectedly on Dec. 23, 2014. Though there were tears, the tone of the event was upbeat. First Selectman Peter Tesei welcomed the crowd and thanked everyone for coming. Continue Reading →

Schools

Cos Cob School Says Farewell to Its Media Center

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To create a space for research and collaboration, Cos Cob School reconfigured their media center this summer. The new “Learning Commons” features a Maker Space where once there were rows of bookshelves. The Learning Commons has “gathering furniture” that children can pick up and move depending on the collaborative nature of a project. “They come in with their iPads and instead of books, they’re often searching the databases we’re purchased for them.” The Maker Space has a 3D printer and scanner, as well as a Lego wall, giant whiteboard table, chalkboard wall, and green screen. “We’re creating a space where they can show their learning in different ways,” said Cos Cob principal Gene Schmidt. Continue Reading →