Nanotech Camp at Penn State University (PSU)
Congratulations to freshman, George Hall, for completing the first course in the Villanova University VESTED program on Saturdays (January-April 2009).
The CORE Philly Scholarship is an innovative scholarship program that provides last-dollar scholarships for graduating Philadelphia high school seniors.
The District's Third Annual Student Essay Contest (click for flyer).
Mr. Bartal's Art 2 students are completing a locker painting project as their final exam. Each Art 2 class is responsible for painting a small mural on a set of lockers. he murals include several famous works of art, the American Flag, Obama's Hope poster, a scene from Hamlet, the planets, and the Eiffel Tower.
Our Saturday, May 16, 2009, some HOPE Charter students treked to Washington, D.C. to partake in the 50th anniversary of Brown vs. Board of Education.
Summer Mentoring Research Program – This program is conducted under the The Forensic Mentors Institute (FMI) of the Foundation. High school students (chosen with an emphasis on those demographically underrepresented), high school science teachers and graduate students work in groups and conduct original research generally involving forensic science. The program, lasting nine weeks, starts in mid June and is completed by the third week of August. Projects and data are presented formally at the end of the program to an audience of teachers,fellow students, family, friends and various other invited scientists. Funding for these projects is from outside sources such as private donations, state funding and grants and ACS Project SEED grants as well as from the foundation’s endowment.
On Tuesday, May 19, students met with various professionals who shared their careers. The small group sessions allowed students the opportunity to hear from people in fields such as education, social work, law, automotive industry, culinary arts, law enforcement, entertainment, EMT/fire, environmental, acting, fashion, photography, and others. Students asked questions regarding responsibilities, requirements, and other decision-making facts concerning careers of interest to them. Thanks to Mr. S King for organizing a great array of professionals, practitioners and presenters.
Prom 2009 was held Friday, May 15, at the Temple Diamond Club, Temple University. Approximately 155 students and 25 staff members attended. The theme was "To Paris with Love." Students received momentos for the night including a silver frame to display their picture of this special night. Everyone looked fabulous and students had a great time dancing the night away.
The May 14 Poetry Slam was a stunning success. In recent weeks students attended a poetry workshop organized by Mr. S. King. Students were joined by professionals and several percussion performers and performed original works at the Poetry Slam.
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Brain and Behavior: Implications for K-12 EducationInquiry Based Science Education for an Interdisciplinary Curriculum
Franklin Institute's Summer Science Academy
Congratulations to the following students for making Honor Roll for the 2nd marking period:
The ASA/NCTM Joint Committee is pleased to sponsor a Beyond AP Statistics (BAPS) Workshop at the annual Joint Statistical Meetings in Washington, DC, August 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Organized by Roxy Peck, the BAPS workshop is offered for experienced AP Statistics teachers and consists of enrichment material just beyond the basic AP syllabus. The cost of the workshop is $50, which covers materials, lunch, and refreshments. Participants will also be given a pass to attend the exhibit hall at the Joint Statistical Meetings and a certificate of participation from the American Statistical Association certifying professional development hours. Optional graduate credit is also available. Course attendees do not need to register for the Joint Statistical Meetings in order to participate in this workshop. The course is divided into four sessions led by noted statisticians:
