Purpose – Drew Charter School serves as a key component of the cradle-to-college pipeline within the holistic East Lake neighborhood revitalization. Appreciating our unique status as a mixed-income school, Drew Charter School’s primary purpose is to provide an excellent education to all children living in the Villages of East Lake so that each student reaches his or her full potential and is launched on a pathway to health, impact and prosperity.
Vision – Drew Charter School students are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and passion to create positive change in the world.
Mission – Drew Charter School is an exemplary, innovative education community that empowers all students to achieve their full potential.
Shout-outs to:
- All of our teachers for the amazing and inspiring work that they do with our students every day! There are few professions that require you to work hard and be talented in as many areas as being a teacher. We have and absolutely amazing team and it is a pleasure to work with them every day!
- To all of the Drew teachers, staff and College and Career Readiness Team members for having the highest college enrollment and year one to year two college persistence rates in the district [full report available here]!
- The Drew SA Golf Teams for making it to the Class A Public State Championship 3 years in a row!
- The Lady Eagles finished the Area 3 Golf tournament in 2nd place and were led by Sarai Dobbs with a score of 88.
- The boys team took 1st place in the Area 3 Golf tournament for the first time in school history! They were led by All-State Anthony Ford with a score of 73; who also won an award in a one hole playoff during the tournament.
- The Senior Academy Track & Field Team for finishing in the top four, advancing them to The GHSA Track & Field State Championships in Albany, Ga on May 9-11th!
- Our Area 5 Champion Varsity Boys Soccer Team who competed in the 2nd round/semifinals of the State Playoffs!
- Sophomore Sam Cooper whose original exhibit design was selected to be constructed and installed in the Children’s Museum of Atlanta!
- Sophomores Darryn Waters and Sarai Biggers whose exhibit design features were combined with some feedback and were selected to be constructed and installed in the Children’s Museum of Atlanta!
- Freshmen Aris Carmichael, Kalani Lickteig, Chloe Slaton, Shelby Ross, Jerell Franks, Ciera Hayes, Zakiah Willis, Destiny Williams, Jamar Friend, and Calvin Revere for helping Ms. Klein beautify the 9th Grade PBL lab!
- Our staff members who crafted this energizing GA Milestones video! The song was written and recorded by Ms. Echols and Ms. Reaves; the video was made by Ms. Fannin. The video features tons of EA students and staff; Feel free to share and enjoy!
- Ms. McIntyre, Ms. Hecht, Ms. Duffie, Ms. Schaffer, Mr. Morrison, Mr. Robinson, Mr. White and Mr. Powell preparing our students for the Algebra I, Geometry and US History Milestones this past week!
- Ms. Wilder and Ms. Hudson for their work planning the Rising Ninth Grade Summer Transition Program!
- Mr. Sessoms and Mr. Baker for their work preparing students for the EA/JA/SA Broadway Review on Friday!
- Mr. Bennett and Mr. Kitchen their work with students building their Digital Portfolios this year!
- Ms. Weaver and Dr. Allen for spearheading the Senior Awards Night and to the senior advisors and CCR team for making it a great evening!
- Ms. Williams and Dr. Hancock for finding a lecturer to come in and provide AP Chemistry support while Ms. Simmons is out on maternity leave!
- Mr. Johnson for organizing the Drew Speaker Series event on Sunday with Ryan Gravel, Beltline Founder!
Calendar:
Week of: 05/06/19 – 05/12/19
Teacher Appreciation Week
A-Day. MON
- 05/06
- 8:00 –
- Physical Science EOC Milestone Assessment
- AP US Government Exam
- Flex Time –
- Clubs: Peer Leadership Group A, Debate, Football, GSA, Student Government Association
- Study Hall [Cafeteria and 4th Floor Learning Commons]
- Practice Gym
B-Day TUES
- 05/07
- National Teacher Appreciation Day
- 8:00 –
- Biology EOC Milestone Assessment
- AP Spanish Language Exam
- Flex Time –
- Extended-Learning [Math, Social Studies, Spanish]
- Study Hall [Cafeteria and 4th Floor Learning Commons]
- Main Gym
A-Day WED
- 05/08
- Make-Up EOC Milestone Assessment
- 9:00-2:00 – Ninth Grade Experience [Adventure Air]
- Flex Time –
- Extended Learning [10th, 11th, 12th Grades]
- Study Hall [Cafeteria and 4th Floor Learning Commons]
- Practice Gym
- 6:00 – Senior Academy Awards Ceremony [Theater]
B -Day THURS
- 05/09
- 8:00
- Make-Up EOC Milestone Assessment
- AP Chemistry Exam
- Senior Exams (3TTh and 4TTh classes)
- Flex Time
- Extended-Learning (ELA, Science, Pathways)
- Study Hall [Cafeteria and Fourth Floor Learning Commons]
- Main Gym
- 6:00 – Drew Enrollment Lottery [Theater]
A-Day FRI
- 05/10
- 8:00 – AP US History Exam
- Senior Exams (1A, 3MWF and 4MWF classes)
- 12:00 – AP Computer Science Principles Exam
- Flex Time, 1:30-2:20 – Advisory
Other Upcoming Events
- 5/13 –
- AP Biology Exam
- Senior Exams (1B and 2MWF)
- MAP Administration (9-10th Grades)
- 2:30 – College Decision Day [Main Gym]
- 5/14 –
- 8:00 – AP Calculus Exam
- 12:00 – AP Human Geography Exam
- 1:00 – Yearbook Signing/Senior Closeout
- Flex Time – End-of-the-Year Assembly
- 5/15 –
- AP English Language Exam
- MAP Administration (9-10th Grades)
- Flex Time – Clubs: Peer Leadership Group B, Beta Club, Debate Team, GSA, Math Mentors, National Art Honor Society
- 9:00-3:00 – Senior Field Trip
- 5/16 –
- AP World History Exam
- 9:00-12:00 – Graduation Practice
- 10:00-1:00 – 11th Grade End-of-Year Event [Stars and Strikes]
- 12:00-2:00 – Senior Picnic
- 2:00 – Graduation Ticket Distribution
- 5/17 –
- 9:00-12:00 – Graduation Practice
- 12:30-1:30 – Graduation Dress Rehearsal
- 5/18, 4:00 – Graduation
- 5/20 – Half Day for 1A and 3A Final Exams, Project Presentations or Summative Assessments
- 5/21 – Half Day for 1B and 3B Final Exams, Project Presentations or Summative Assessments
- 5/22 – Half Day for 2A and 4A Final Exams, Project Presentations or Summative Assessments
- 5/23 – Half Day for 2B and 4B Final Exams, Project Presentations or Summative Assessments
- Last day of the semester
- 5/24 – Post-Planning Day
Announcements:
- Drew Opportunity Fund – In recognition of Mr. Don Doran, Head of School, and his decade of leadership we are delighted to announce the launch of the Drew Opportunity Fund. Join us in thanking Mr. Doran for his years of service by making a donation in his honor today! Learn more
- Lottery – The announcement for Drew’s Enrollment Lottery will take place at 6:00 pm in the Theater. Please note your presence is not mandatory.
- The lottery will take place in the theater at JA/SA at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 9. Applicants DO NOT need to attend to be seated or receive their results.
- Applicants will receive an email on May 8th with their lottery identification number. If they didn’t provide an email address on their application they can pick up their number in person on May 9th according to this schedule.
- After results have been verified by our certified public accounting firm, results will be emailed, sent via USPS and posted on our website no later than May 17, 2019.
- Once we’ve generated the lottery ID numbers I’ll provide the front desks of each building with a list of applicants and ID numbers so you can assist if you get these phone calls.
- Additional lottery information can be found at http://www.drewcharterschool.org/enrollment.
- Please contact the Enrollment Team at 404-450-0567 or admissions@drewcharterschool.org with questions.
- APS Summer Opportunities –
- High School Cafe – FINE ARTS [Hosted at Jackson High School]
- Students will experience a “buffet” of opportunities in the arts (music theory, band, choir, orchestra, drumline, danceline, drum major, visual arts, acting, technical theatre, and dance). Students will choose from a variety of content offerings across disciplines. Classes will meet 8:30-3:00, Monday-Thursday from June 3-27. Transportation is provided from each cluster to Jackson High School.
- REGISTER HERE
- Program Schedule: M – Th, 8:30am – TBD
- Begins June 3, 2019
- Students will experience a “buffet” of opportunities in the arts (music theory, band, choir, orchestra, drumline, danceline, drum major, visual arts, acting, technical theatre, and dance). Students will choose from a variety of content offerings across disciplines. Classes will meet 8:30-3:00, Monday-Thursday from June 3-27. Transportation is provided from each cluster to Jackson High School.
- High School Cafe – AP/IB [Hosted at Jackson High School]
- Students will experience a “buffet” of opportunities in Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB). Students will choose from a variety of content offerings across disciplines. Classes will meet 8:30-3:00, Monday-Thursday from June 3-27. Transportation is provided from each cluster to Jackson High School.
- REGISTER HERE
- Program Schedule: M – Th, 8:30am – TBD
- Begins June 3, 2019
- Students will experience a “buffet” of opportunities in Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB). Students will choose from a variety of content offerings across disciplines. Classes will meet 8:30-3:00, Monday-Thursday from June 3-27. Transportation is provided from each cluster to Jackson High School.
- SMSEA Camp for High School Students [Hosted at Jackson High School]
- The Science and Math Summer Enrichment Academy (SMSEA) is a program that is designed to provide students with additional flexibility in their secondary experience as they complete one math or science course for a full high school credit during the summer. This allows room in their regular schedule for higher-level course work and Advanced Placement classes in their program of study. Through student-centered instruction, which integrates gifted strategies with hands-on activities for 3-Dimensional learning, students will engage in a rigorous learning environment where they can demonstrate mastery of mathematics and science standards.
- REGISTER HERE
- Program Schedule: M – Th, 8:00am – 3:00pm
- Begins June 3, 2019
- The Science and Math Summer Enrichment Academy (SMSEA) is a program that is designed to provide students with additional flexibility in their secondary experience as they complete one math or science course for a full high school credit during the summer. This allows room in their regular schedule for higher-level course work and Advanced Placement classes in their program of study. Through student-centered instruction, which integrates gifted strategies with hands-on activities for 3-Dimensional learning, students will engage in a rigorous learning environment where they can demonstrate mastery of mathematics and science standards.
- High School Cafe – FINE ARTS [Hosted at Jackson High School]
- Reminder: Lunch Balances – Please take a moment to check your student’s lunch balance at www.MySchoolBucks.com. Any student who owes money, will need to bring cash to pay for lunch until their balance is cleared. Outstanding balances can be paid down and money can be added to students’ accounts on this website. More information is available in this letter.
- Pending charges will be applied to all student accounts with a balance via MyPaymemts Plus.
- Should you have questions regarding your students status based on the Federal Eligibility Application completed at the beginning of the year you may call Nutrition at 404-802-2540.
College Acceptances To-Date
| Class of 2019 College Acceptances To-Date | Student Matriculating |
| Alabama A&M University | |
| Alabama State University | |
| Albany State University | Chelsea Cole |
| Alcorn State University | |
| Atlanta Metropolitan College | |
| Auburn University | |
| Augusta University | |
| Baylor University | |
| Bethune-Cookman University | Courtney Harris, 5 Strong Scholar |
| Brandeis University | |
| Carnegie Mellon University | |
| Case Western Reserve University | |
| Claflin University | |
| Clark Atlanta University | |
| Colorado College | Juanye’ Hairston |
| Columbus State University | |
| Columbia University | |
| Cornell University | |
| Clayton State University | |
| Dartmouth College | Daisha Thornton |
| Dillard University | |
| Duke University | |
| East Georgia College | |
| Eastern Kentucky University | |
| Elon University | |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – Daytona Beach | |
| Emory University | |
| Florida A&M University | |
| Florida International University | |
| Fort Valley State University | |
| Furman University | Marcus Foster |
| Georgetown University | |
| Georgia Institute of Technology | Ivy Diamond |
| Georgia Southern University | |
| Georgia State University | |
| Grambling State University | |
| Hampton University | |
| Harvard University | |
| Hollins University | |
| Howard University | |
| Iowa State University | |
| Jackson State University | |
| Jacksonville University | |
| Johns Hopkins University | |
| Keiser University | |
| Kennesaw State University | Chase Porter |
| Lafayette College | Arthur Ayers |
| Langston University | |
| Long Island University | |
| Louisiana State University | |
| Loyola University New Orleans | |
| Mary Baldwin University | |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | |
| Mercer University | |
| Miami University of Ohio | |
| Middle Tennessee State University | |
| Milwaukee School of Engineering | |
| Mississippi State University | |
| Morehouse College | |
| Morgan State University | |
| New York Institute of Technology | |
| New York University | |
| Norfolk State University | |
| North Carolina A&T State University | |
| North Carolina State University | |
| Unviersity of Notre Dame | |
| Oglethorpe University | |
| Old Dominion University | |
| Pennsylvania State University | |
| Princeton University | |
| Rochester Institute of Technology | |
| Rutgers University | |
| Savannah College of Art and Design | |
| Savannah State University | |
| Seton Hall University | |
| Spelman College | |
| Stanford University | Nazjaa Hughson |
| Stetson University | |
| Syracuse University | |
| Tennessee State University | |
| The Ohio State University | |
| The University of Alabama | |
| Tufts University | Kenyetta Akowa, Questbridge Scholar |
| Tuskegee University | Courtney Stanback |
| University of Arkansas | |
| University of Arkansas Pine Bluff | |
| University of California, Berkeley | |
| University of California, Irvine | |
| University of Georgia | |
| University of Miami | |
| University of Missouri | |
| University of Pennsylvania | |
| University of South Carolina | |
| University of Southern Mississippi | |
| University of Virginia | |
| University of West Georgia | |
| Valdosta State University | |
| Vanderbilt University | |
| Vassar College | |
| Virginia Institute of Technology | |
| Washington University in St. Louis | |
| Wingate University | |
| Winthrop University | |
| Xavier University of Louisiana | |
| Yale University |
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