[Vision2020] Future Problem Solving Program

[John Nagy]

Surely this must be a mistake! This kind of performance generated by
"inadequate government" schools, staffed by "overpaid" educators and
attended by "failing" students? How is it possible? On second thought,
it might be possible since every year I seem to recall that MSD student
representatives excel at virtually every academic competition they
participate in. I will be forwarding my check to the address indicated
and thanks for your hard work.
Best Regards,
John A. Nagy

Bill Strand wrote:
> 
> Hi Folks,
> 
> With all of our discussion regarding the quality of our public schools, I
> thought I would take the chance to post some information regarding the
> International Competition for Future Problem Solvers. The Future Problem
> Solving Program is a yearlong, extra-curricular educational program for
> Junior and Senior High School students where the students research, discuss,
> and solve problems we may all face in the future. During the past academic
> year, the students researched and worked on nanotechnology and DNA
> identification. Approximately 250,000 students from all over the world (USA,
> Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Korea) are involved in this program.
> 
> At the state competition in Boise on April 4-5, MSD students took 1st place
> in both junior high and high school divisions, along with 2nd in the junior
> high division and 3rd in the senior high division. The schools also took
> several 1st,  2nd and 3rd place positions in two different individual
> competitions.
> 
> Because of their performance, the MSD students have been invited to the
> international competition in Connecticut June 4-8. The students have already
> have raised $5,000 of the $13,000 they need to cover flights, registration,
> lodging and meals. They are now seeking contributions from area businesses
> and individuals. Checks can be made payable to either Moscow Junior High
> School FPS (send to the school in care of Coach Carolyn Tragesser), to
> Moscow High School FPS (send to the school in care of Coach Charlene
> Jakich), or to Moscow School District FPS in care of Carolyn Tragesser at
> MJHS, 1410 East D St. (moneys will be distributed proportionately (moneys
> will be distributed unless a specific school is named).
> 
> My company has received more detail information (including a list of the
> winning students). If you would like any additional information, please
> email and I will forward the letter we received. I encourage all interested
> parties to support our students in these types of creative endeavors.
> 
> Have a great weekend.
> 
> Bill Strand
> 
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