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Volume 9, Issue 1 Since 2003 ONLINE NEWSLETTER Welcome Back! This is your October 2012 edition of Innovative Edge Online. We invite you to flip the pages, read the articles, and let us know what you think. We want you to enjoy Innovative Edge Online and to continue reading news about the good things happening at the Innovative and Charter schools. Please take this opportunity to find out about the people, places, and things that make the Division of Innovative and Charter Schools a success. Dr. Joris M. Ray, Academic Director Division of Innovative & Charter Schools News Kudos Service Learning Community Service Honor Roll Perfect Attendance Ebony Suggs, Editor Renee Stewart, Ed.D. Web Designer Try to make at least one person happy every day. … If you cannot do a kind deed, speak a kind word. If you cannot speak a kind word, think a kind thought. ~Lawrence G. Lovasik~

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Page 1: Volume 9, issu1

Volume 9, Issue 1 Since 2003 ONLINE NEWSLETTER

Welcome Back!

This is your October

2012 edition of

Innovative Edge

Online.

We invite you to flip

the pages, read the

articles, and let us

know what you think.

We want you to enjoy

Innovative Edge

Online and to

continue reading

news about the good

things happening at

the Innovative and

Charter schools.

Please take this

opportunity to find

out about the

people, places,

and things that

make the Division

of Innovative and

Charter Schools

a success.

Dr. Joris M. Ray,

Academic Director

Division of

Innovative &

Charter Schools

News

Kudos

Service

Learning

Community

Service

Honor Roll

Perfect

Attendance

Ebony Suggs, Editor

Renee Stewart, Ed.D.

Web Designer

Try to make at least one person happy every day. …

If you cannot do a kind deed, speak a kind word.

If you cannot speak a kind word, think a kind thought.

~Lawrence G. Lovasik~

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KUDOS

As a result of the Memphis City

Schools student performance on the

2012 Tennessee Comprehensive

Assessment Program (TCAP) tests

over the past three years, 20 schools

have been named to the state’s 2011-

2012 Reward Schools list, the most of

any other district across the state. On

Monday, August 27 Tennessee

Governor Bill Haslam and Education

Commissioner Kevin Huffman

announced 169 schools as the 2011-

2012 Reward Schools, the top 5

percent of schools in the state for

annual growth and the top 5 percent for

academic achievement.

“Once again our students have shown

that they can meet high expectations.

I am very pleased with their

performance and this honor is a direct

result of the difficult work of our

teachers, principals and students,” said

Memphis City Schools Superintendent

Kriner Cash. “As MCS and SCS

prepare to merge, Reward Schools are

demonstrating how essential it is to

accelerate our shared work on teacher

and leadership effectiveness.”

The 2011-2012 Reward Schools

made impressive accomplishments

during a year when Tennessee saw

unprecedented gains on the

statewide Tennessee

Comprehensive Assessment

Program (TCAP).

Tennessee’s new accountability

system rewards growth and

recognizes schools’ varying

baselines, every school in the state

can strive for the Reward Schools

designation.

Congratulations to Principal Sandra

Johnson, faculty/staff, and students

at Ida B. Wells Academy for

making the 2011-2012 Rewards

Schools list.

2011-2012 Reward School

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2011-2012 Prestige Honorees

Adolescent Parenting

Adolescent Parenting

A Prestige Honoree is a teacher chosen by other teachers for the exemplary

quality of their contributions to teaching and learning. These characteristics of

effective teachers are illustrated in Our Teacher Credo.

Respected teachers at 134 schools in the Memphis City Schools district will be

honored on Tuesday, September 11, during the "Prestige Awards," an event

recognizing teachers who are valued and voted upon by other teachers. The

event will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Memphis Botanical Gardens, 750

Cherry Road. During the ceremony, each honoree will receive a certificate of

recognition and a $100 check. The monetary awards are funded by the

Memphis City Schools foundation.

2011 2012

Jamaicia Burnette-Pryor Ebony Suggs

Emily Lowe Donna Pogue

Toria Brown Bruce Guy

Dr. Cleodis Weaver Lakita Herring

Casie Jones Meredith Smith

Aura Palacio Marie Cobb

Christina Wiley Michael White

Laverne Dickerson

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2011-2012 Prestige Honorees

Adolescent Parenting

Adolescent Parenting

Choice Schools

Transition School

2011

2011 2011

2011 2012

2012

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Southeast Success

Success Schools MCS Prep Academies

2012

2012 2012

2012 2012

2012

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2011-2012 Reward School

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Memphis School

of Excellence

Southern Avenue

Charter Schools

2011

2011

2011

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2011-2012 Reward School

It was extremely humbling to me to know my Principal nominated me for

this honor! There are so many great teachers and physical educators

throughout the district, so to be selected as one of the best is extremely

an honor. I believe it comes from being a hard worker, trying new ideas,

staying current in our field, and most importantly….. Loving my Job! I

love working with high school students and teaching them something

that can make a difference in their lives. I also enjoy developing strong

rapport with the students so that I’m a positive influence in their lives. I

am proud to be the 2012 recipient for the Health Physical Education

Lifetime Wellness (HPELW) teacher of the year!

We would like to recognize Mrs.

Yaschia Dillard, Physical

Education Teacher for being

recognized by her peers as P.E.

Educator of the Year. Mrs.

Dillard has been a P.E. Teacher

for 11 years and has worked at

Southeast Prep Academy for

the last 3 years. She

incorporates innovative ideas

with physical fitness to ensure

all of our students are leading a

healthy lifestyle.

P.E. Teacher of the Year Southeast Prep Academy

KUDOS

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KUDOS

2011-2012 Reward School

Congratulations to Dr. Billy J. Walker

who earned his Doctorate of

Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Educational

Leadership in May 2012 from the

University of Mississippi.

Congratulations to Ms. Jennifer Duke for

being awarded a Shape the State grant

to improve Southeast Success Academy’s

physical education program.

Twenty Tennessee middle schools have been awarded Shape the

State grants. The grants, valued at $10,000 each, are funded by

the BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Health Foundation.

The grant provides the nationally acclaimed SPARK physical

education curriculum, teacher training and equipment for each

recipient school. In addition, each school will receive $1,000 to

spend on PE, nutrition and wellness efforts. This is the second year

of the grant program.

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2011-2012 Reward School

Click below to view:

Articles:

Ida B. Wells Academy Starts the

Year off on the Right Foot

Good News From the Division of

Innovative and Charter Schools

Humes Academy Students Learn

more about Wolf River

Stay tuned for more articles in the next edition of MCS Insider

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Cathy Justis from the Wolf River

Conservancy was invited out to

Humes Innovative. Cathy

shared science lesson with the

students that included animals

and plants that live around the

Wolf River. The Wolf River runs

just blocks from our school.

The students recognized the

differences and similarities

between animals and humans.

Some similarities and differences

they referenced were the skeletal

systems. The students got a

chance to pet the animals as well

as learn about them.

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Men of Distinction

Men of Distinction was organized and created July 1, 2012,

with the purpose to unite young male students within the

division of Memphis City Schools. As a member of the (N W

P A Chapter) Men Of Distinction, our students must strive for

academic excellence, develop positive mentor / mentee

relationships by providing an a atmosphere for instruction in

moral, ethical and responsible living by mature young men.

The initial group began with only six members and wanted to

serve the Memphis Community. They began by having can-

drives to provide “Thanksgiving and Christmas Baskets “and

feeding needy families at various sites in the community.

The following year, our memberships grew from six to fifteen

members. This growth was due to the positive impact and

leadership of the original six members. During our second

year, M O D began to participate in “step shows” at school

and in the community. This was received in a very positive

manner with requests from the community to perform. There

are ten characteristics that M O D looked for in young men

who apply for membership. Qualifications are on the next

page.

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Qualifications:

1. Respect for Self.

2. Respect for Peers and Staff Members.

3. Ability to Lead and Follow.

4. Ability to make positive decisions.

5. Good time management.

6. Maintain good personal hygiene.

7. Demonstrate maturity and independent thinking at all times.

8. Be punctual to meetings and scheduled events.

9. Communicate with Peers and Staff members effectively.

10.Be a team player reflecting the positive qualities of not only yourself but

the M O D organization.

Several members have graduated and attend college at South West,

LeMoyne Owen and Arkansas Pine Bluff. Currently, members are planning

to give Thanksgiving Baskets to the families in need in the community.

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Adolescent Parenting Program teams up with The Ronald

McDonald House for Service Learning

Adolescent Parenting Program teamed up with The Ronald

McDonald House for this year’s service learning project. For their

first event, the students baked cookies for the patients and their

parents. In addition, they sanitized toys and other areas in the

house. After completing these tasks, the students stuffed

envelopes for The Big Ice Cream Scoop. The students enjoyed

giving back to their community.

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Adolescent Parenting Program teams up with The Ronald

McDonald House for Service Learning

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Mrs. Hardaway, The Adolescent

Parenting Programs’ daycare

coordinator, worked diligently to get our

qualified students registered to vote.

Not only did she assist those who were

eligible in completing the registration

process, she also took the students to

vote. She transported all five of our

eligible students to Mississippi

Boulevard Christian Church to

participate in their first voting

experience over a two-day period.

These exhilarating excursions took

place on Thursday, October 25th and

Friday, October 26th. The early voting

location opened at 10AM; our students

were there at 9:30AM each day. They

were some of the first participants in

line. The entire process took about an

hour both times. Way to go Mrs.

Hardaway and APP students!!

Adolescent Parenting Program students VOTE!

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Career and College Focus

Here at Southeast Prep Academy, we are focusing on preparing our

students for the global workforce. Recruiters from colleges, technology

centers, armed forces and many more visit our school yearly to inform

students on options available after high school. This is one of many

counseling services that are offered here on site.

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Swagged out Fridays at MLK!

Students who attend MLK Academy are given the opportunity to wear their

street clothes to school on Friday if they meet the following criteria:

No absences (including Dress for Success Wednesday)

No tardies

No parent conferences or suspensions

No office referrals

As long as students meet the above criteria, students are permitted to wear

their personal wardrobe on Friday. Students can wear what they want, with

the following exceptions:

No screen print

No hats in the building

No shades in the building

No sagging

No indecent exposure (extra tight, mid riff tops, muscle shirts, short shorts

or mini skirts)

No obscene or offensive messages

This incentive was initiated last year as part of MLK’s implementation of

PBIS. The students are tracked from week to week to see who makes the

Dress Down Friday list two weeks, three week, four weeks, etc. Students

who make it multiple weeks in a row are given extra rewards. The numbers

of students making DDF multiple weeks in a row have drastically increased

from last year. Great job MLK students!

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Kingian Training

MLK scholars know the Kingian Principles. If you don’t believe

that, stop in some time at the little school on the corner of

Georgia Avenue and Lauderdale and ask a student at random.

Chances are they can list most of the principles, explain the

history behind the principles, and how to apply them. Dr. King’s

Principles of Non Violence are nothing new to Memphis City

Schools. However, the administration and faculty at MLK

Academy have taken extra care to guarantee our students know

and understand all six principles and the history behind the

principles. This is important not only because the school is

named in honor of the man who operated his movement by

these principles but also because of the populations we serve.

Most of the students who attend MLK Academy have some

history with violence. So, the educators at MLK Academy put

their heads together and decided to teach a different principle

each week. There are nine weeks in a grading period and only

six principles. Therefore before the end of each grading period,

most all of the students are very familiar with all six principles.

The principles are taught during homeroom and reinforced in

each class and during Monday Morning Meetings, as well as

other times during the week. Way to go MLK Scholars for

learning and applying the Kingian Principles of Nonviolence!

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MLK Students Are Customer Friendly

The World can be a cold and cruel place. Thankfully that is not the case at

MLK Academy. Any visitor to the school is likely to be greeted by our

friendly students. The administration and faculty at MLK Academy are

training students to greet all visitors with a smile and the following statement

“Good morning/afternoon, my name is ________, I am a ___ grader at

Martin Luther King, Jr. Academy, and I would like to welcome you to our

school.” Students are also being taught to respond to each other and other

adults with “yes maam/sir” or “no maam/sir” or “maam/sir”. Since the adults

lead by example, students have the right to respectfully remind the adults in

the building when they fail to say “maam/sir” in their daily interactions. The

purpose of this training is threefold. First, students are helping to create a

friendly environment at the school. Second, students are learning to be bold

and speak to strangers in a proper manner, boosting their confidence in

their ability to communicate with others. Third, students are being prepared

for adult interactions in the world of work and other professional settings.

Feel free to stop in and see how you are greeted by the students at MLK

Academy!

Principal Daniel Presents on Culture and Climate

Principal C. R. Daniel of MLK Academy was asked

to present at the Alternative Education Specialist In-

service, which was held August 1, 2012. The title of

his presentation was Best Practices in the Non-

Traditional Setting: Creating a Positive School

Culture and Climate.

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School Supplies Daily

Since August 6, the first day of school for students, it has been mandatory for

all students to have paper and a writing utensil in order to attend class at

Martin Luther King, Jr. Academy. Students who do not come to class

prepared receive a parent conference. This practice was started last year,

but has been successful this year. Ninety-five percent of all students who

attend MLK Academy during the 2012-13 school year have had their

supplies daily. Only five percent of students have had to receive parent

conferences due to lack of supplies. Administration and faculty at the school

have worked consistently to communicate the same message. All students

must have their supplies in order to attend school. As a result, students are

prepared to learn. MLK administration and faculty want students to know that

it is not enough to just come to school and behave. Students must also come

prepared to learn and further their academic abilities. With such a great start,

we are sure MLK students will have an even greater finish!

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As a fellow in the Memphis Teaching Policy

Fellowship, Mrs. Casie Jones was privileged to

attend a training session in Washington D.C on

August 10th and 11th . This was her first time to

visit our nation’s capital as well as to learn

about blogging. The training was sponsored by

The Gate’s Foundation and hosted by

Bellwether Education Partners. Bellwether was

an excellent host choosing highly qualified

professionals in Washington’s media world to

help teachers understand how to properly use

social media and blogging to discuss critical

educational issues. Mrs. Jones was joined by

24 other educational professionals from around

the country whose goals were to be a voice for

students. They received the royal treatment

and a vast amount of information. Though it

was a whirlwind trip of two days, Mrs. Jones

was eager to do a walking tour of the

monuments and museums. The downtown

area was beautiful, and of course, took a must-

have photo in front of the White House. Mrs.

Jones says she was also excited to visit the

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, as our school

MLK Academy is named in his honor. Mrs.

Jones says she will certainly return to D.C. in

the near future because it was overwhelmingly

rich in history and educational opportunities.

Hats off to Ms. Jones!

Mrs. Jones Goes to Washington!

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MLK Library

Martin Luther King, Jr. Academy now has a library! The

contents are compliments of the College of Education

and Division of African American Studies at Eastern

Kentucky University. The books are available for check

out to both students and parents/guardians of students

who attend MLK Academy. The books are divided

between Literature, Writing, Social Science, Science,

Mathematics, and African American Culture. The

collection includes classics such as The Scarlet Letter

and Their Eyes Were Watching God. The collection also

includes books authored by our President, Barack

Obama. There is even a book authored by Tupac

Shakur. Feel free to come by and check out the library at

MLK Academy! Thanks again Eastern Kentucky

University!

TENNderCare Discusses Health and Disease Prevention with MLK Scholars

For the past two months, MLK scholars have been fortunate to have Elayen Allen,

Sandra Young, Marius Scott, and Antawuan Brown with them twice a month to

discuss health and disease prevention. The afore mentioned ladies and gentlemen

are part of a group called TENNderCare, and they travel to local schools to remind

students about the benefits offered to clients on the free program. Those benefits

include free checkups, dental checkups, dental serviced, medical treatment, and

behavioral health services. The program is available for children age birth to 21 years

of age. Services provided by TENNderCare make sure babies, children, teens, and

young adults receive the health care they need!

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College Career Expo Huge Success for

MLK Seniors

Seniors at MLK Academy attended the College and

Career Expo at the Agricenter. Students came

dressed in professional attire and were prepared to

take full advantage of the day and what it had to offer.

Scholars were greeted by Ms. Felicia Orr from the

Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation. Ms. Orr

spoke to students about completing the FAFSA,

stressing the importance of deadlines to insure

receiving the maximum amount of aid. Next, our

scholars were off to visit the booths. MLK scholars

visited multiple booths for various colleges,

universities, military branches, and corporations.

Students took full advantage of the intended purpose

of the expo, as evident by the fact they were busy

visiting with recruiters and representatives, spending

little time sharing with their friends from the various

high schools represented at the expo. Many adults at

the expo complimented MLK scholars on both their

appearance and behavior at the expo. Great

representation scholars!

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School Counseling Intern Ms. Woods-Sharp

There is a new face in the counseling office and

it belongs to Mrs. Tamara Woods-Sharp. Mrs.

Woods-Sharp is her Master’s Degree in School

Counseling at Cambridge College Memphis. A

native of New Orleans, Mrs. Sharp-Woods is

currently the administrative assistant for the

Division of Education at LeMoyne-Owen

College. Mrs. Woods-Sharp is no stranger to

MLK, as she has volunteered with our students

in the past. Mrs. Woods-Sharp says she chose

MLK Academy as the place to complete her

practicum because of the unique group of

students with whom we work. She is eager to

learn and we are confident she will make an

excellent professional school counselor!

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Susan Komen for the Cure

Community Service

On Saturday, October 27, 2012, the Division of Innovative and Charter

Schools joined the 2012 Race for a Cure at The Shops of Saddle Creek in

Germantown Tn. Sponsored by the Memphis Mid-South Affiliate of the Susan

G. Komen for the Cure Foundation, the local association contributes funds to

provide services including free mammograms, clinical breast exams and

breast self-exam information to women in Memphis and surrounding counties.

Founded in 1982 upon a sister’s promise, The Susan G. Komen for the Cure

is the world’s largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and

activists fighting to save lives, ensure quality care for all women, and energize

research efforts to find a cure for breast cancer. It is also the largest source of

nonprofit funds dedicated to the fight against breast cancer in the world.

Today, there are more than two million breast cancer survivors alive in the

United States. That’s because breast cancer is found earlier due to increased

awareness, greater use of screening tests and better treatment options due to

programs like Komen for the Cure.

This was the division’s third year of participation in the Race for a Cure 5k

event. The division formalized a team called “Team Innovators”. A total of

42 teams joined under the category of public schools. Team Innovators was

one of 37 which received pledges towards the fundraising goal. Fundraising

efforts through pledges assisted with raising a record amount of $476,531.00,

which was above the local fundraising goal of $350,000.00.

Thanks to Faye Tolbert, Project Specialist at our divisional office, for serving

as this year’s Team Captain. Thanks to all staff, students, parents who

supported the division in this community service cause.

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Team Innovative Race for the Cure…

Faye Tolbert

Cheryl Cathey

Catherine Ealy

Lequita Wrushen

Janeka Smith

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Cheryl Cathey, Catherine Ealy, Faye Tolbert,

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Song Title: I’ll Give Your Weak My Strength

by Rob Marin & Kelly Lennon

VIDEO

Race for the Cure 2012

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to Animoto

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My story is simple. As I was celebrating my 57th Birthday, October 7, 2000,

my physician called me to his office for my birthday gift. The gift was, you

have breast cancer. It was the worst day of my life. I went to work at the old

St. Joseph Hospital and ran in the ladies’ room and screamed like a maniac.

A small still voice whispered in my ear and said I am with you, I will never

leave you nor forsake you so dry your eyes. Don’t you know I Love You? I

dried my eyes and looked for a sponsor at my church who also had breast

cancer. Stephanie Coleman was my bright spot, but God decided to bring

her home and leave me here. So here I am 12 years later, a Cancer

Survivor and giving back to the community. God left me here for a reason

and that is why I volunteer at Ida B. Wells Academy 40 hours a week without

pay, because God healed my body without pay (Jesus Paid It All). I am so

thankful and grateful to be alive and celebrate 69 years. If I can help

someone as I pass along, then my living shall not be in vain.

This is my story, this is my song, praising my Savior all the day long.

Eleanor Rainey

A Breast Cancer Survivor’s Story

Photo: Ms. Rainey (center) celebrating

her 68th birthday with her daughters.

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A noted civil rights pioneer and anti-lynching activist, Ida B. Wells was also

the centerpiece of a recent citywide memorial in honor of her life and legacy.

She was a life- long community activist who was forced to flee Memphis for

her anti-lynching journalism. Sponsored by Rhodes College, approximately

50 students and staff members attended a public forum Monday, Oct. 29,

featuring Paula Giddings, professor of African American Studies at Smith

College. Ms. Giddings is author of Ida: A Sword Among Lions, a prize

winning biography of the anti-lynching activist. Ms. Giddings met with

students and staff and expressed her delight with the school’s participation

in the community celebration. She also noted that Ida B. Wells would be

proud to know that a school was thriving in the Memphis community which

honored her life and legacy. The school was also introduced and recognized

by Rhodes College President, William Troutt. He encouraged the students

to continue in their academic progress in order to attend schools like

Rhodes College in the future.

Ida B. Wells Academy Celebrates

150th Birthday of Ida B. Wells

Professor Paula Giddings

Ida B. Wells Academy participated in a

number of memorable activities celebrating

the 150th birthday of school namesake Ida B.

Wells. Students completed a nine week

study curriculum on the life of Ida B. Wells.

The program series included a special

celebration and program held on Friday, Oct.

26, at Ida B. Wells Academy.

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Ida B. Wells Academy Celebrates

150th Birthday of Ida B. Wells

Ida B. Wells – 150th Birthday

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Animoto

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Melvin Cox, program presentation on Oct. 18 for the Juvenile Program Officer Training

Program. Correctional staff from various facilities including Juvenile Court and Adult

Correctional Services were in attendance to learn more about program services within

our division. Staff members briefed officers on school services, populations served,

and academic and behavioral interventions offered to students. Correctional staff

members were encouraged to refer students who meet criteria to the various

innovative programs offered when communicating with students about educational

opportunities in the community.

Juvenile Program Training Presentation

Division of Innovative and Charter Schools staff members, Catherine

Ealy, Melvin Cox, and Cheryl Cathey provided a program presentation

on Oct. 18 for the Juvenile Program Officer Training Program.

Correctional staff from various facilities including Juvenile Court and

Adult Correctional Services were in attendance to learn more about

program services within our division. Staff members briefed officers on

school services, populations served, and academic and behavioral

interventions offered to students. Correctional staff members were

encouraged to refer students who meet criteria to the various innovative

programs offered when communicating with students about educational

opportunities in the community.

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Juvenile Program Training Presentation

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Annual Family Health Day

Innovative and Charter Schools held its 3rd annual Family Health Day on

Saturday, Oct. 20 at Pine Hill Golf Club Center, 919 Alice Ave from 10:00am –

12:00pm. The Christ Community Health Clinic served as our health partner and

provided health screenings to community participants. Ms. Debra Manning,

Maxine Campbell, Brenda Patterson and Marisa Campbell conducted blood

pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar screening and provided general health

information during this event. Parents and students from Humes Academy and

Northwest Prep Academy represented their schools with attendance at the

Family Health Day. Innovative staff members Mr. Anthony Cooper, Alternative

Education Specialist at Humes Academy, Mrs. Trudy Hill, Guidance Counselor

at Northwest Prep Academy, and Mr. Robert Davis, SPED Instructor at

Northwest Prep Academy also participated in the support of this event.

Northwest Prep Academy Case Worker Bobby Towns, Certified Golf Instructor,

sponsored a mini golf clinic for students attending the health activity. Mr. Towns

taught participants that golf provides good exercise and promotes good health.

He also advised students to develop an interest in golf which could lead to

college scholarships.

Community Service

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Honor Roll Students – 1st 9 weeks

Hollywood Success Devonta Davis

Samune Gallimore

Kaija McDaniels

Princess Carter

Kania Taylor

Ariel Walker

Glenn Shipp

Terry Austin

Aliciah Young

Jeremiah Whitmore

MLK Transition DeAundre Abston

James Austin

Derrickus Brown

Antonio Carter

Jabriel Coleman

Kendarius Crenshaw

Michael Hutchieson

Desmond Irvin

Ke’Odis Jefferson

DeMarcus Moore

Melvin Moore

Jarious Stackhouse

Ashley Tate

Lonell Weeks

Shaqueil Williams

Thaddeus Young

Ida B. Wells Principal List

Tretarius McCain

HONOR ROLL

Akhirah Abdul-Rasheed

Keirra Allen

Skyesha Allen

Donaleya Brown

Javell Burns

Alura Davis-Butler

Jemeyshia Carter

Monterrio Cornelious

Belle Edgeston

Skylar Edwards

Jennifer Fitzgerald

Kaylan Gandy

Javonte Garrett

Tomyria Harris

Johnisha Herring

Camisha Johnson

Arian Logan

Eboni Logan

Tamisha Moore

Ambra Odom

Taquirah Onry

Marionna Pollard

Jamia Ruffin

Undreanna Ruffin

Alexix Sillers

Skylar Stamps

Latasha Standard

Andraneka Ward

Angeleyah Washington

Keishuna Williams

Distinguished Honor Roll

Azra Abdul-Rasheed

Verneasha Collins

Briana Cornelious

Antoniesha Cowan

Calvin Gailey

Sarina Mayes

Kataya Parson

Alison Ruffin

Adolescent Parenting Program

Principal’s List

Pearlean Parker

Distinguished Honor Roll

Emma Abell

Cynthia Rodriguez

Rosi Barreto

Alicia Hernandez

Shakela Thomas

Brianna Walthall

Tania Hernandez

Malika Madry

Asia Clayborn

Olivia Jackson

Asia Woodall

Honor Roll

Christynn Blocker

Exxence Minor

Jasmine Calhoun

Tiera Collins

Jada Cox

Nichole Crawford

Kiarra Eichelberger

Jennifer Nguyen

Kortnie Smith

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Southwest Prep

Principal’s List

Rickey Addison

Dayshunna Hayslett

Demetria Brown

Danisha Jackson

Justin Davis

Kelsey Williams

Renee Fair

Deundre Rosemond

Honor Roll

Arneisia Banks

Keniue Hymon

Trinies Bobo

Lauren Jones

Starkeesha Branch

Imani Wiley

Jessica Diggs

Rubystein Morgan

Ja’Mia Fairchild

Kazia Mobley

Jaylin Fairchild

Keyunna Phillips

Artavious Freeman

Janiceya Bell

Southwest Prep held a

Luncheon for their honor roll

students on Wednesday,

October 24, 2012

Hollywood

Terry Austin

Demetrius Farewell

Jeremiah Whitmore

Devonta Davis

MLK Transition

Jaylen Donelson

Jarious Stackhouse

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