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Visit us: www.apposchooldistrict.com

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Call us: 302.376.4128

Educational Leaders

Matthew Burrows, Superintendent

Sharon Pepukayi, Ed.D., Asst. Superintendent

Board of Education

Norman Abrams, President

Richard Forsten, Vice President

Charlisa Edelin

Julie Johnson

Kelly Wright

Academic Highlights

Appoquinimink is a learning laboratory where

collaboration, innovation and technology manifest

themselves in critical lessons in the classroom.

We groom student leaders who are hotly recruited

by top colleges and universities.

n 2014 AP National Honor Roll winner and

Delaware’s only two-time honoree – 2012, 2014

n 2014 Winner of U.S. News & World Report’s

“Best High Schools” in Delaware. Our schools

were ranked #1 and #2 in the State

n 2014 Top-performing School District.

Our students placed #1 or #2 in 17 of 21

standardized tests in English language arts,

mathematics, science and social studies

n Both High Schools have been named

“Recognition Schools” by the Dept. of Education

n 94% of our alumni complete their first year of

college successfully and return for a second

year – well above the national average.

n Home to Delaware’s 2014 Teacher of the Year,

Lea Wainwright

Mission. Our mission is to provide a world-class

education where each of our students gains the

knowledge, understanding, skills and attitudes

needed to contribute and flourish in a global society.

It’s been a wonderful year for the

Appoquinimink  School District.

n Our students achieved the best standardized test scores in the state*

n U.S. News and World Reportranked our high schools #1 and #2in Delaware, and

n The College Board named us theFirst State’s first two-time APHonor Roll winner (2012, 2014)

Outcomes like this don’t happen by chance. They are the result of aconsistent focus on the four C’s: critical thinking, communication, creativity and collaboration.

In order for U.S. students to compete successfully in a global economy, we must educate them to excel at something that cannot be produced at a lower cost elsewhere. That something is creativity and innovation.The way to achieve it is to immerse children in lessons thatchallenge them – in non-traditional and exciting ways –to explore their curiosity and pursue their passions.

This year, our one-to-one technology initiative equippedevery sixth grader with an iPad. With access to personalportable technologies in a wireless environment, studentscan learn at their own pace and ability level, while takingadvantage of the world of resources available online. Sixthgrade teachers and their students will be trailblazers, meaningfully linking technology to curriculum and instruction in all core content areas.**

Meanwhile, Appoquinimink continues to expand the mostcomprehensive world language program in the state.*** In August, introductory-level Spanish became part of the elementary curriculum for grades 1-5. Next year, a SpanishImmersion “choice” program will launch in kindergarten.By the time they graduate, these bilingual students will behighly sought after by top colleges, universities and employers, not only for their language skills, but for theirability to interact effectively with people around the worldin either their first or second language.

Delaware’s Teacher of the Year –Appoquinimink High School Frenchinstructor Lea Wainwright – concurs.

“If you can function in the languageand use it to solve problems, you areworking at a proficient level. It’s achallenge to keep going when you forget a word or get stuck in the language, but that’s what I want formy students. I want them to persevere,be resilient, and show some grit!Those lessons, combined with an internationally-focused education,will carry them far and give them

confidence to take on challenges. We need them to beready to step up and be leaders.”

At Appoquinimink, we embrace our role as a leader in providing quality education. This report tells the story ofhow we are doing and our plans to bring even greater valueto our students and their families.

The staff and I are enormously grateful for your support,which makes these programs possible. If you are a memberof a community or civic group and would like to request apresentation about our schools, please feel free to contact me.

Matthew BurrowsSuperintendent

* The District scored  #1 or #2 in 17 of 21 performance categories measured.

** The District is also expanding its BYOD (bring your own device)pilot at the high school level.

*** By high school, Appoquinimink students have had an opportunityto study a total of six different languages including: Chinese,French, Spanish, American Sign Language, Japanese and Italian.

Next year, we will launch a SpanishImmersion Program at the TownsendEarly Childhood Center. Our goal isto register four classrooms of kindergarteners from across the districtand around the state to participate inthis “school choice” program.

At this young age, children are moreadept at picking up language inmeaningful contexts. Developmentallyspeaking, their brains are hardwiredfor language acquisition. Immersionoffers children an opportunity tolearn a second language the same waywe learn our native language – by living it.

In the classroom, students will havethe benefit of two highly-qualified educators. An English speakingteacher will provide instruction inreading, writing and mathematics reinforcement for half the day. Thenstudents will transition to a Spanish-speaking teacher who will deliver lessons in Spanish language arts, science, mathematics & social studies.

The goal of the program is to create acontinuous, K-12 immersion pathway.Each year, the immersion programwill “add” a grade as our initial classof kindergarteners moves on to thenext level. In middle school, studentswill continue to read, write and speakin Spanish in a variety of settings. Byhigh school, immersion students willbe able to take the AP Spanish course(offered in Grade 9) then participatein dual-enrollment courses with localuniversities or begin the study of athird world language in grades 10-12.

Spanish Immersion, a “Kindergarten Choice”

We’ve created a short video

to help explain how immersion

instruction works. You’ll find

it on our website, together

with a brochure, FAQs and

links to an online application.

Registration is underway now

for the 2015-16 school year.

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Superintendent’s Message

This fall, we launched a one-to-onetechnology initiative in middleschool, equipping every sixth graderwith an Apple iPad. Our goal is toprepare students for their future –a world of digital technology, globalinformation & instant communication.

The students are now using the digital tablets as part of their daily educational experience. The device offers access to personalized learningactivities, interactive materials, andexciting opportunities to transitionprojects and research between homeand school.

Depending on the lesson, teachersmay utilize the device to accessvideos, tutorials, news databases, andother curriculum materials. They may

pose questions or offer online testsand homework. Some classes will usethe iPad extensively, while others willemploy them less frequently.

Each year, a new class of incomingsixth graders will receive their owniPad, returning it at the completion of eighth grade. In two years’ time, all our middle school students will beusing the tablets to enhance problemsolving, critical thinking and self-expression.

The result: students who are collegeready and life prepared for the responsible use of digital tools and technology.

Our One-to-One Technology Initiative

n The device offers access to

personalized learning and

unlimited web-based

educational resources.

n It increases academic

engagement beyond the

typical school day.

n It teaches skills that will transfer

to college and the workplace.

n It offers access to education

despite emergency situations

that may prevent students from

attending school.

n It levels the playing field by

providing opportunities to use

technology regardless of income.

uniquely Appoquinimink

We’ve created dynamic learning experiences that cultivate curiosityand give students and their families a chance to engage in science, art andthe humanities. Take a look at whatwe have to offer.

n Beat the Beast: a cancer awarenessand fundraising effort spearheadedby student athletes, coaches andparent boosters.

n Decision Day: a day dedicated tocelebrating the institutions ofhigher learning our high schoolseniors will be attending in the fall.

n Education Showcase: hands-onlearning and academic challengesfor the entire family.

n Leadership Day: a showcase for student empowerment and accountability that involves business and civic leaders.

n Mission Space: an “ask and tell”event about human space flight,the moon and stars (a Chamber of Commerce award winner).

n One Book, One School: a national“I Love To Read” month eventfeaturing a top-secret book selection and surprise unveiling,supported by fun activities sharedacross the school community.

n RMR (Real Men Read): a literacyevent designed to support reluctant readers.

n SMART Kids Day: a competitionof STEM-based challenges offered during the school day atthe elementary level.

n STEM Fair: a juried event emphasizing independent, multidisciplinary research projectswith prizes funded by our non-profit education foundation.

n WISE Women: lectures and workshops presented by femaleSTEM professionals.

n Words On Wheels: our travelling bookmobile provides an important way for elementarystudents, their siblings and parentsto keep reading all summer long.

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State

ASD

State

ASD

State

ASD

51.0%

29.0%

48.5%

29.4%

54.5%

45.1%

28.9%

34.8%

29.3%

34.9%

26.9%

31.8%

20.1%

36.2%

22.2%

35.7%

18.6%

23.1%

Science: Standardized Test Performance

Elementary School Results

Middle School Results

High School Results

Delaware administers a standardized testing program called DCAS. Three

performance levels are indicated above: BELOW/WELL BELOW the standard,

MEETS the standard, ExCEEDS the standard. The chart above shows how ASD

students performed in the Science Subject Test as compared to the rest of the state.

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ADvAnCED OPPORTunITIES

We’re invested in helping every student

achieve his or her fullest potential.

For many of our students that means

pursuing college credits while still in

high school & exploring a diverse mix of

career possibilities.

n 19 Advanced Placement (AP) courses,

certified by the College Board.

n 2 Dual Enrollment courses,

articulated with the university

of Delaware.

n 24 Career Pathways.

n Student-operated School

Businesses: Bank, Café,

Food Pantry, Print Shop, Store.

n Internships and Co-ops in the

Allied Health Field.

n Study Abroad opportunities.

Team Success

n Six teams from our high schoolFFA programs took home a statetitle. e Middletown HighSchool (MHS) Veterinary ScienceTeam finished first in the nation.

n ree Odyssey of the Mind™Teams competed at the world finals. A team from AppoquiniminkHigh (AHS) finished in the Top10 internationally.

n Both high school teams postedTop 10 finishes at the DelawareScience Olympiad.

n A ninth grade team from AHSearned first place at the MathLeague regional competition.

n A team from Redding Middle(RMS) launched and retrieved anHD video camera from near-spaceas part of the Stratosphere Project.

n Olive B. Loss Elementary (OBL)was voted the Healthiest School In Delaware, and received a Highmark Foundation grant forits work preventing obesity.

n ree schools were recognized bythe University of Delaware’s PBSProject for excellence in developingsafe, supportive school cultures.

n Delaware’s policymakers wentback to the classroom for a workshop entitled, “CommonCore in the Classroom” developedby Leader in Me School™ SilverLake Elementary (SLE).

e school’s work was profiled instate and national media includingNPR Radio & the Associated Press.

n e State Chamber of Commercehonored Bunker Hill Elementary(BHE) with a Superstars In Education award for MissionSpace, a hands-on adventurealigned to state science standards.

n Five members of the FCCLA’searly childhood group from MHSmedaled at the state level in theirfirst time competing.

n A team from MHS placed seventhat the Delaware Envirothon.

n Groups from both high schoolstook part in a week-long academyhosted by the University ofDelaware at their InterdisciplinaryScience & Engineering Lab.

n Students from AHS competed atthe TSA Nationals and the schoolwon the Delaware TSA Chapter’s“School Spirit” award.

n Alfred G. Waters Middle (AGW) students competed at First LegoLeague World Tournament in St. Louis earning a 1st place trophy for teamwork.

n Meredith Middle (MMS) partneredwith the University of Delaware tobecome a Learning Lab, providingguided field experience to undergraduates in the School of Education.

n Four educators from the ASDwere selected for Delaware’sDream Team (part of LearnZillion).

ey worked with teacher leadersfrom across the USA to developcommon core lessons.

Individual Student Achievement

n A student from AHS, RachelWagner, was elected National BPA President.

n AHS student David Woodside waselected Delaware BPA President.

n MHS Senior Michael Cong wonan invitation to participate in theAmerican Invitational Mathematics Examination, used to determineeligibility for the United States ofAmerica Mathematical Olympiad.

n Two students from MHS, DavidTownsend and Stanley Gaffrey,were elected FFA State Officers.Gaffney was one of 196 studentsin the USA selected as a finalist inthe national FFA agriculture proficiency award program.

n A student from RMS, JustinChan, won Delaware’s “You Bee Chemist” competition.

n A student from AGW, Julia Lloyd,finished first at DSU’s AgriscienceFair and the DE State Fair with aproject challenging assumptionsabout bacteria production.

n Our two high schools graduated30 AP Scholars, 22 AP Scholarwith Honor winners, 20 APScholar with Distinction winnersand 4 National AP Scholars.

n Many more students took homeindividual awards and honors incareer-related organizations.

Leadership Incubator. Involvement in extra-curricular or co-curricular organizations putsclassroom knowledge to work in a broader context. Young people learn to work in diverse, multidisciplinary teams where they gain the confidence and skills needed to take their ideas tothe real world. Here’s a look at some of the groups and individuals who have achieved state, regional or national prominence.

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State

ASD

State

ASD

State

ASD

26.8%

14.8%

28.2%

16.6%

30.0%

17.9%

29.5%

27.4%

31.4%

29.2%

23.9%

22.6%

43.7%

57.8%

40.4%

54.2%

46.1%

59.5%

Reading: Standardized Test Performance

Elementary School Results

Middle School Results

High School Results

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State

ASD

State

ASD

35.1%

23.8%

41.3%

21.1%

43.7%

47.3%

24.6%

26.2%

21.2%

28.9%

34.1%

52.7%

Social Studies: Standardized Test Performance

Elementary School Results

Middle School Results

Delaware administers a standardized testing program called DCAS. Three performance

levels are indicated above: BELOW/WELL BELOW the standard, MEETS the standard,

ExCEEDS the standard. The charts above show how ASD students performed in Reading

and Social Studies Subject Tests as compared to the rest of the state. Note: Social Studies

is not assessed at the high school level.

Student Clubs & Organizations

Students lead a broad array of academic,cultural, social and career-related clubs.ese programs give young people the opportunity to develop schools that fullyrepresent their interests, foster leadershipdevelopment, complement the classroomexperience and build community.

Career-related organizations thrive on our

high school campuses

n BPA: leadership, academic and technological skills in the workplace.

n DECA: marketing, management, andentrepreneurship as it relates to business, finance, hospitality, and marketing sales & service industries.

n FCCLA: leadership and career exploration in culinary arts and earlychildhood education fields.

n FFA: science, business and technologyas it relates to the food, fiber and natural resource industries, as well asproduction agriculture.

n TSA: building science, technology, engineering and mathematics leaders.

Academic clubs reflect the intellectual

agility found in our high schools

n American Sign Language Honor Societyn Math Leaguen Model U.N.n National Honor Society and Junior

National Honor Societyn Odyssey of the Mindn Peer Tutoringn Robotics / Lego Leaguen Science Olympiadn Student Counciln Tri M Music Honor Societyn Yearbookn Many more student organizations

provide entertainment, serve the localcommunity, respect the importance ofhealthy minds & bodies, and celebratethe cultures and traditions of ourschools’ students.

n Our award-winning bands performed in Disneyworld and theLondon New Year’s Day Parade.

n e bands placed in the Top 10 atthe Atlantic Coast Championships.

n All-State Music Events featureddozens of ASD students and representation in every categoryMHS outnumbered all otherschools in All-State Chorus.

n Students from MHS were selectedfor prestigious All-Eastern Music Ensembles.

n A juried, Spring Art Show featured more than 300 pieces of2- and 3-dimensional student art.

n Design students from AHS developed onscreen advertising forarea nonprofits as part of a publicservice campaign at an area theater.

n MHS placed first in percussionand visual ensemble at the T.O.B.Chap. IX Indoor Championships.e visual ensemble went on towin the Novice class at the All-Chapter Championships.

n AHS choirs competed at Kutztown University where they received excellent and superior ratings.

n Middle and high schools continueda tradition of excellence with full-scale drama & musical productions.

n Elementary schools offered a musical experience that includedband, chorus, strings and a theatrical performance.

n Puppetry In Education, a performance group from MHS,delivered an original, anti-bullyingmessage to elementary audiencesthat was featured on radio and TV.

Fine & Performing Arts. e arts offer immersion into a creative environment full of energy,excitement and diversity. Our faculty brings a wide range of professional experiences to theirareas of expertise. ey are passionate about growing student potential and dedicated to meldingthe arts with interdisciplinary approaches and experiences outside the classroom.

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State

ASD

State

ASD

State

ASD

27.7%

17.3%

33.5%

18.6%

32.2%

16.1%

45.5%

48.3%

40.1%

42.4%

40.4%

43.3%

26.9%

34.4%

26.4%

39.0%

27.4%

40.6%

Mathematics: Standardized Test Performance

Elementary School Results

Middle School Results

High School Results

Delaware administers a standardized testing program called DCAS. Three

performance levels are indicated above: BELOW/WELL BELOW the standard,

MEETS the standard, ExCEEDS the standard. The chart above shows how ASD

students performed in the Math Subject Test as compared to the rest of the state.

n MHS Football placed 2nd in the Division I StateChampionship. e Cavaliers have been to 8 of the last12 state championships, winning in 2007, 2011, 2012.

n Two football players received full scholarships to NCAADivision I schools: Darius Wade, Chris Godwin.

n AHS Boys Soccer was the Flight A Champion and Division I runner-up.

n AHS Boys Lacrosse was the Blue Hen Conference Flight A Champion.

n AHS Wrestlers competed in the Blue Hen ConferenceChampionships. Josh Smith posted 100 career wins onhis way to a 2nd place finish at the state championships.

n In the pool, AHS swimmer Josephine Marsh broughthome the state title in the 100 meter butterfly.

n e AHS Cross Country Team placed 3rd in the BlueHen Conference and student Piper Freed was namedBlue Hen Conference Champion.

n At the Blue-Gold All-Star banquet, MHS was recognized as a "Shining Star" for individual and teamefforts to promote DisABILITY Awareness.

n Many more students and teams from our 25 varsitysports qualified to participate in post-season tournaments.

Sports Scene. Our athletic programs are a source of inspiration and pride. We ask our athletesto be role models on the field, in the classroom, and in the community where they are active involuntarism and service learning.

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Preparation for college

AP Enrollment

# AP courses 18 19

AP enrollment 744

AP  attainment – PL 3+ 66.7%

PSAT, SAT *

Participation rate 100%

SAT Math 469

SAT Reading 467

SAT  Writing 452

PSAT Math 44

PSAT Reading 44

PSAT Writing 42.1

* Delaware is one of only a handful of states

to provide universal PSAT and SAT testing

to its students.

Parent Involvement: 

attendance at conferences

Elementary/ECC 94%

Middle School 79%

High School 68%

How we perform

Important ratios

#  Students per teacher* 16.4

# Students per administrator 191.2

Funding per student $10,967

Daily attendance 97%

graduation rate (4-year) 94.5%

Dropout rate <1%

# Suspensions per 100* 7.8

# Expulsions per 100* 0.04

*improved from FY13

Professional experience

Classes taught by

highly qualified teachers 98.1%

Teachers with

10+ years experience 52.7%

Teachers with experience

beyond a Bachelor’s 80.8%

Teachers with a

Master’s Degree or higher 62.1%

College success

Class of 2013

4-year College 50%

2-year College 18%

Total 68%

National average 70%

College Persistence: 

Freshman to Sophomore*

4-year College students 94%

2-year College students 73%

Both types of college* 86%

* Class of 2011

** Significantly more students attend 4-year

institutions making the overall persistence

rate higher.

Top college choices (last 3 years)

University of Delaware

DE Technical &  Community College

Wilmington University

Delaware State University

Wesley

Other notable choices

Cal Tech

Cornell

georgia Tech

Johns Hopkins

Northwestern

Penn State

Rutgers

University of California

University of Pennsylvania

University of Pittsburgh

University of Virginia

Virginia Tech

Wake Forest

57%

Teachers

27.4%

School Support

Classroom Support

10.7%

4.9%

Administrators

What we look like

2013 2014

Where does the money to fund schools come from?e Department of Education, Office of Management and Budget, and

Controller General's Office oversee funding from the state. e state ensures that publicschool districts receive funding based on student enrollment, needs-based qualificationfor services, and other factors as authorized in Title 14 of Delaware Code. About 73% of ASD's budget funding comes from the state.

Property taxes paid by local homeowners and business leaders make up the bulk of local funds that go to the ASD. To a much smaller degree, donations, fees,interest income and other miscellaneous sources also provide revenue. Local revenuecollected from property taxes makes up about 25 percent of the ASD's budget.

Federal funds, though they make up only about 2% of the District's budget,are a significant source of targeted resources for educator professional development and forstudents with disabilities, economic disadvantages, and other challenges.

72.6%

24.9%

2.5%SOURCE: ASD 2014 FINAL BUDGET. Figures exclude Major Capital, Debt Service, and Cafeteria funds.

Just over half of the ASD's $111,292,015 budget pays for the salaries of teachers, principals, counselors, cafeteria workers, librarians, interventionists, paraprofessionals, nurses, secretaries,

technicians, custodians, and everyone who supports the instructional program for children.

ASD also pays its share of employee benefits, like health insurance, pension contributions, unemployment compensation and Medicare. ese costs are established by the State of Delaware.

While its employees are the district's biggest expense, there are other expenditures needed to keep schools open and operating smoothly, such as utilities, computers

and technology, building maintenance, security, and instructional materials and equipment. e district also pays for legal services, contracted educational services, professional development for teachers and staff, fuel and maintenance of building vehicles, and many otherproducts and services that support the instructional program.

The Appoquinimink School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, disability, marital status, national origin, or other legally protected categories

in its educational programs, activities, employment, or student admissions policies or practices. inquires regarding compliance with the above can be directed to Section 504 Contact

Kittie Rehrig, Assistant to the Superintendent, 313 South Fifth Street, PO 4010, Odessa, DE 19730. Responsibilities: To coordinate the Appoquinimink School District’s efforts to comply

with the disability discrimination laws. Title Ix Contact Matt Fallis, Director of Human Resources, 313 South Fifth Street, PO 4010, Odessa, DE 19730. Title iX Coordinator’s

Responsibilities: To coordinate the Appoquinimink School District’s efforts to comply with and carry out the District’s responsibilities under Title iX, including any investigation of

any complaint alleging noncompliance with Title iX or alleging actions which would be prohibited by Title iX.

Who decides how money is spent at the school level?Your child's principal and his/her leadership team decide the school's needs and spending priorities, but they consider recommendationsfrom their staff, PTA/PTO, the school achievement team and business partners.

Every school is different and so are the spending priorities. School A may decide to spend $10,000 on a leadership development

program or STEM curriculum, while School B may choose to spend that same amount on digital tablets. Both schools are

addressing their own unique student needs.

Who's keeping an eye on the budget?e members of our Financial Advisory Committee are skilled financial professionals who provide advisement and oversight to the District. ese volunteers meet monthly, year round, to review financial documents and advise the Finance Director on fiscal matters.

Important duties they provide:

n Monitoring current spending, its relationship to the budget, and the District’s overall financial health.

n Providing verification of financial information to the Appoquinimink School Board through the review and approval of the monthly financial report and annual budget.

n Providing consultation and guidance to the District on matters relating to finance, and other review and recommendation functions as requested by the Board.

now that you know the basics, get involved in the ASD budget process!

ASD has been recognized with exemplary reviews by independent auditors. We're working hard to make our budget and financial

information readily available and user friendly.

n You can go online www.apposchooldistrict.com to find multiple years of: budget presentation materials, adopted budgets, update reports and links to Delaware’s online checkbook, audit reports, bids and contracts.

n Join us for a public hearing on the recommended budget (advertised in the local paper, on our website and in the district newsletter).n Attend PTA/PTO meetings at your child's school.n Email questions and suggestions to: finance@appo.k12.de.us.

How much money does my child’s school get?e funding for your child’s school reflects the number of students enrolled, demonstration of needs-based demographics (poverty, Englishlanguage learner, special education services, etc.), and the school's participation in special programs.

The school funding formula includes:

n Total student enrollment.n Basic per pupil allocation.n Per pupil referendum allocation – a per student amount

to provide materials and supplies for library, art, music, and physical education programs.

How is the money spent?

STATE

LOCAL

FEDERAL

Salaries

$57.861 million

52%Benefits, other

employment costs

28.658 million

26%

Contracted Srvcs.

$19.742 million

18%

Materials, Supplies

$4.514 million

4%

>1% Capital Outlay = $448,876

>1% Travel = $69,600

+ =

n Weighted student units – student populations that need more educational resources including those classified as at-risk, econonomically disadvantaged, or bilingual, and those enrolled in special education, and career and technology programs.

n Funds are also allocated for school operations (such as transportation,maintenance and energy) and district-wide academic initiatives.

+

$10,000School A School B

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