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Preparing Students to Showcase Achievement Volume 3, Issue 3 January 2009
On January 6th, 11th graders attended a rally to kick-off PSSA Test Prep Activities. The format, schedule, and other pertinent information about the standardized test was shared with students, who were then challenged to beat the performance of last year’s class.
HOPE CHARTER SCHOOL
On January 7th, students took a practice PSSA Writing test, and the students in Ms. Hickson’s and Ms. Capers’ seminar were treated to pizza for having the highest percentage of attendance during the practice test. In addition, we began giving a PSSA Test Taking Tip of the Day via the morning broadcast, as well as a word of the day. Each day, a Math Problem of the Day is also distributed to 11th grade students in seminar. Students are invited to solve the problem and drop their response, including their work, in a box. Each day a correct response is drawn from the box and the student receives a small reward. Each month leading up to the different testing sessions, certain classes will come Test Prep Boot Camps. During the PSSA Writing Boot Camp in January, Mr. Syeed King will be reviewing strategies for editing and writing. During the PSSA Reading and Math Boot Camp in February, Mr. Syeed King will be reviewing strategies for taking the reading test, while Mr. Bujak will focus on Math strategies. In March, Mr. Bujak will conduct a Science Boot Camp in preparation for that test. Incentives for attendance during the actual test sessions will also be given to students.
Assessment PSSA Writing
Dates February 9 - 20, 2009
PSSA Reading & Math
March 16 - 27, 2009
PSSA Science
April 27 - May 8, 2009
HOPE Red Cross Blood Drive On Friday, January 30th, HOPE Charter School will collaborate with The American Red Cross to host our first annual Blood Drive. Mr. Syeed King and representatives from the student government have been involved in the overall planning and recruitment of students and staff to participate in the blood drive. Students attended an information assembly presented by the Red Cross on January 21st. Students learned the importance of donating blood to help the fight against diseases such as Sickle Cell Anemia, as well as the procedures for donating. HOPE currently has 50 people signed up to donate blood.
SCHOOL CLOSING NUMBER: 255 In the event of inclement weather, HOPE Charter will follow the school closings, early dismissals, and delayed openings of the School District of Philadelphia.
“Time for Change” The winning banner in Mr. Bartal’s annual group poster
Volume 3, Issue 3
STUDENTS of the MONTH The following students have been recognized for their commitment to academic success by being honored as “Student of the Month” during the month of December. Teachers and advisors nominated a student in each grade level.
9th grade:
Page 2
Oratorical Contest On Wednesday, February 18th at 6:30pm, students will be compet‐ ing in the HOPE Charter School Oratorical Contest based on the theme ”Why African Americans should have HOPE for their future, and my contribution to that end.” Three finalists will be picked from each grade level to present their speeches in front of the panel of judges assemble with vari‐ ous board members and other invited guest judges. First place winners from each grade will be awarded with a $100 cash prizes. All parents and guardians are encouraged to attend.
Neary Prang Important Senior Class Dates and Information
10th grade: Tiana Whitaker
Prom = Friday May 15th @ Temple Diamond Club Senior Week = June 1st – 5th Graduation = Friday June 12th @
11th grade: Darius Banks 12th grade: James Bennett
Congratulations! Parent—Teacher Conferences The second marking period will end on February 6th. Report cards will be distributed at the parent teacher conference scheduled for Feb. 17th from 3-7 pm. All teachers will be available to meet with parents at this time.
Keswick Theatre 10 AM Proposed senior week activities have been announced and all seniors are encouraged to begin making payments on all activities and dues to avoid a last minute cash crunch.
SCHOOL PHONE NUMBER 267-336-2730
When contacting the school, please use the following extensions:
ADMINISTRATION Mr. Worley = x 5540 Mr. King = x 5531 Mrs. Ellison = x 5552 Mrs. Russo = x 5620 ADVISORS 9th & 10th Grade: Ms. Leach: Ext: 5590 11 & 12th Grade Mrs. Montanez: Ext: 5554 Behavior– Mr.Stanford: Ext. 5545Ext: 5645
OTHER NUMBERS
Main Office = x 5532 Front Desk = x 5586 Nurse = x 5536 Records = x 5537 Admissions = x 5112
On January 6th, 11th graders attended a rally to kick-off PSSA Test Prep Activities. The format, schedule, and other pertinent information about the standardized test was shared with students, who were then challenged to beat the performance of last year’s class.
HOPE CHARTER SCHOOL
On January 7th, students took a practice PSSA Writing test, and the students in Ms. Hickson’s and Ms. Capers’ seminar were treated to pizza for having the highest percentage of attendance during the practice test. In addition, we began giving a PSSA Test Taking Tip of the Day via the morning broadcast, as well as a word of the day. Each day, a Math Problem of the Day is also distributed to 11th grade students in seminar. Students are invited to solve the problem and drop their response, including their work, in a box. Each day a correct response is drawn from the box and the student receives a small reward. Each month leading up to the different testing sessions, certain classes will come Test Prep Boot Camps. During the PSSA Writing Boot Camp in January, Mr. Syeed King will be reviewing strategies for editing and writing. During the PSSA Reading and Math Boot Camp in February, Mr. Syeed King will be reviewing strategies for taking the reading test, while Mr. Bujak will focus on Math strategies. In March, Mr. Bujak will conduct a Science Boot Camp in preparation for that test. Incentives for attendance during the actual test sessions will also be given to students.
Assessment PSSA Writing
Dates February 9 - 20, 2009
PSSA Reading & Math
March 16 - 27, 2009
PSSA Science
April 27 - May 8, 2009
HOPE Red Cross Blood Drive On Friday, January 30th, HOPE Charter School will collaborate with The American Red Cross to host our first annual Blood Drive. Mr. Syeed King and representatives from the student government have been involved in the overall planning and recruitment of students and staff to participate in the blood drive. Students attended an information assembly presented by the Red Cross on January 21st. Students learned the importance of donating blood to help the fight against diseases such as Sickle Cell Anemia, as well as the procedures for donating. HOPE currently has 50 people signed up to donate blood.
SCHOOL CLOSING NUMBER: 255 In the event of inclement weather, HOPE Charter will follow the school closings, early dismissals, and delayed openings of the School District of Philadelphia.
“Time for Change” The winning banner in Mr. Bartal’s annual group poster
Volume 3, Issue 3
STUDENTS of the MONTH The following students have been recognized for their commitment to academic success by being honored as “Student of the Month” during the month of December. Teachers and advisors nominated a student in each grade level.
9th grade:
Page 2
Oratorical Contest On Wednesday, February 18th at 6:30pm, students will be compet‐ ing in the HOPE Charter School Oratorical Contest based on the theme ”Why African Americans should have HOPE for their future, and my contribution to that end.” Three finalists will be picked from each grade level to present their speeches in front of the panel of judges assemble with vari‐ ous board members and other invited guest judges. First place winners from each grade will be awarded with a $100 cash prizes. All parents and guardians are encouraged to attend.
Neary Prang Important Senior Class Dates and Information
10th grade: Tiana Whitaker
Prom = Friday May 15th @ Temple Diamond Club Senior Week = June 1st – 5th Graduation = Friday June 12th @
11th grade: Darius Banks 12th grade: James Bennett
Congratulations! Parent—Teacher Conferences The second marking period will end on February 6th. Report cards will be distributed at the parent teacher conference scheduled for Feb. 17th from 3-7 pm. All teachers will be available to meet with parents at this time.
Keswick Theatre 10 AM Proposed senior week activities have been announced and all seniors are encouraged to begin making payments on all activities and dues to avoid a last minute cash crunch.
SCHOOL PHONE NUMBER 267-336-2730
When contacting the school, please use the following extensions:
ADMINISTRATION Mr. Worley = x 5540 Mr. King = x 5531 Mrs. Ellison = x 5552 Mrs. Russo = x 5620 ADVISORS 9th & 10th Grade: Ms. Leach: Ext: 5590 11 & 12th Grade Mrs. Montanez: Ext: 5554 Behavior– Mr.Stanford: Ext. 5545Ext: 5645
OTHER NUMBERS
Main Office = x 5532 Front Desk = x 5586 Nurse = x 5536 Records = x 5537 Admissions = x 5112
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