Shoutout
- To the 9th grade team for their flexibility in accommodating the MAP test among additional requests!
- To Ms. Klein and Mr. Bennet for adjusting their planning to attend a meeting in such short notice!
- Ms. Klein would like to thank her first period class for teaching her a new meme!
- To Oji Pecou and Toren Mosley for their active engagement in Forensic Science and for asking great questions!
- To Jaala Hudson for her continued perseverance!
- To Azha Mosley for being a leader in class!
- To Isla Edwards for being engaged every day of class!
- To Destinie Johnson for sharing awesome poetry in WRITE Club!
- To Kayla White, Afiya Cave, and Owen Grega for displaying amazing artistic and creative talent in “This I Believe Videos” in AP Lang!
- To Kayla Bell for awesome participation in US History and for sharing poetry in LIFE!
- Shelby Ross for always being present, being on time, and having her camera on in all classes!
- To Javin Walker and Chance Minor for excellent effort in class!
- To Carrington Grant and Kashawn Myers for leading Debate Practice this week!
- To Desha Rogers-Givens for his dedication to growth and academic excellence in APUSH!
- To Bryant Triplett for going the extra mile in APUSH!
- To Keshawn Rashid, Tyler Harte, Hunter Smith, and Amya Talley for always being engaged in Chemistry class!
- To the ChemVAS students for putting so much effort into their project research as well as their first atom animation!
Nutrition
Information
This application is needed for all families.
- To apply for free or reduced nutrition status click here
- Regardless of whether your family may qualify or if you are not interested in free or reduced-price meals, please complete the Federal Eligibility Application any way to assist Drew in maintaining the Title I status and which qualifies the student body for other federal grants and resources. Your support is appreciated!
- Click here to support Drew!
- Note: If you select the option “I do not wish to apply for free or reduced-priced meal benefits” on the FEA, your completion process will be brief and should only take approximately five minutes.
- You will need to provide the following information on the application:
- The school, grade, birthdate of every Atlanta Public Schools student in your household
- The names and incomes of every member of your household*
- Last 4 digits of your (parent/guardian) Social Security number* and electronic signature
- An email address or phone number for district communication about the status of the application (optional)
- *Note: If you select the option “I do not wish to apply for free or reduced-priced meal benefits”, you will not be asked for income information or for the last four digits of your social security number. However, you will be asked for the student’s information so that the school has a record of the application submission.
Guardian
Announcements
The Parent C.A.F.E. above is hosted by APS for Guardians of students with disabilities
If you missed the information from the Principal’s Coffee please see the slideshow below:
Typically, high school is the time when young Eagles are maturing and are prepared to fly on their own. Encourage this independent practice. They will still need the watchful eye to guide them in their development and learning. Please do so during breaks and refrain from interrupting live instruction for the benefit of the students and teachers. The slideshow will include some additional ways you can support your learner in the virtual environment.
- – Slideshow Presentation Here
- The next meeting will be 9/16
Zoom Best Practices
The safety and well being of our students and staff is a top priority. As we navigate the virtual learning space, we are finding more ways to make sure students have access to quality instruction with little to no interruption.
In order to ensure the security of our class sessions and meetings, teachers will implement the Zoom Best Practices below.
- Waiting Room implemented for all meetings
- Students who are not on teacher’s rosters will not be admitted into the session.
- Students’ display names should be first and last names
- Participants will not be permitted to rename themselves
- All classes/meetings will be recorded
- Record active speaker with shared screen
- settings → recordings
- Students need to be authenticated users to join classes and meetings
- Steps for logging into Drew SSO can be found in this article
MAP Testing
It’s time for MAP testing! We appreciate your support and flexibility as we administer the MAP test virtually. All 9th and 10th grade and some 11th and 12th grade students will be testing in Reading and students taking Algebra or Geometry will be tested in Math. Students will participate in two test sessions over the course of the testing window- shown below.
To decrease the interruption of instructional time we are administering the MAP assessment on Wednesday’s. The dates and times for testing are below:
- Wednesday September 2nd – Reading
- 9am-11am
- 1pm-3
- Wednesday September 9th – Reading
- 9am-11am
- 1pm-3
- Wednesday September 16th – Math
- 9am-11am
- 1pm-3
- Wednesday September 23rd – Math
- 9am-11am
- 1pm-3
Clubs and Advisory will still occur at 11am on the dates above. Please read here for more details.
Uniform Needs
Senior Academy Virtual Learning Guide
This year Drew will use the virtual instructional model to begin the 2020-21 school year during the first quarter of school. It will also serve as the instructional model should school need to close for extended periods of time once the school reopens for face-to-face instruction.
To review the outline of the student schedule while virtually learning click here.
Google Classroom Training for Families
Video: Parent Orientation Presentation- click here
Slides from Video- Parent Orientation to Google Classroom Presentation- click here
Student Guidelines
- Students follow their regular schedule
- 9th-11th Grades
- Monday/Thursday (A Day) Tuesday/Friday (B Day)
- 12th Grade
- All seniors
- 1st period will follow the A/B day rotation above
- 2nd-4th period MWF classes will occur on Mon and Fri.
- Tuesday and Thursday Schedule
- Early College Students v
- Attend Early College courses 2nd – 4th periods
- Non-Early College students
- Follow Drew schedule 2nd – 4th periods
- Early College Students v
- All seniors
For more details on virtual instruction please click the link below:
Senior Academy Virtual Parent Guide
Intent to Play [In Relation to All Sports]
| I recognize that this is a difficult time for parents and students. The level of uncertainty is troubling and at times can feel overwhelming. I encourage you to contact our counselors if you or your student need support. You can also receive support via a free, confidential Crisis Text Line, with trained Crisis Counselors, by texting SHARE to 741741. (This is a national resource that is available 24/7). |
Drew Opportunity Fund: First Initiative
Last school year, Drew Charter launched its inaugural annual fund campaign, the Drew Opportunity Fund, in honor of our retiring Head of School Don Doran. Under Mr. Doran’s leadership Drew students had myriad opportunities to innovate, achieve, travel and compete, all of which help to close the opportunity gap and make Drew an exemplary learning community.
The 2019-2020 Drew Opportunity Fund was a success! Thanks to the generosity of our school community we were able to raise over $41,000. Over half of the funds were collected since March and were designated to help families weather this challenging time. Now that school is back in session, funds will be used for a variety of evolving needs such as childcare, and mental health services. Donations are tax-deductible and donors will be listed on the Drew website. Please continue to support the Opportunity Fund–we are making a difference. Make a secure, online donation here.
Calendar
Week of 09/07 – 09/13
See the Upcoming Events section for more details regarding a Women in Tech Virtual After School Program for students hosted by Drew’s HYPE Program
Monday
09/07 LABOR DAY
Tuesday
09/08
| 9:00-9:50 | 1st period |
| 10:00- 10:50 | 2nd Period |
| 11:00 – 12:30 | Break and/or small groups [for selected students] |
| 12:30-1:00 | Break/ Lunch |
| 1:00 – 1:50 | 3rd period |
| 2:00 – 2:50 | 4th period |
| 3 – 6pm | Nutrition pick up Parents can secure meals that were ordered ahead of time The confirmation email from your order will be needed at the time of pickup – Location: Lower campus [Drew Elementary Campus] |
Wednesday
09/09
MAP Testing
- Please read here for more details.
| Time | Wednesday Schedule |
| 9:00-11:00 | MAP TESTING [9th,10th, and other identified students] |
| 11:00-11:45 | Advisory |
| 11:00 – 12:00 | Break |
| 12:00 – 12:30 | Lunch |
| 1:00-3:00 | MAP TESTING [9th,10th, and other identified students] |
| 12:30 – 4:00 | The following are available to students: – Office Hours w/Teachers – Small group (if selected by a Teacher) – 1:1 [if the selected by a Teacher] – Study Skills [Required for select students] |
Thursday
09/10
| 9:00-9:50 | 1st period |
| 10:00- 10:50 | 2nd Period |
| 11:00 – 12:30 | Break and/or small groups [for selected students] |
| 12:30-1:00 | Break/ Lunch |
| 1:00 – 1:50 | 3rd period |
| 2:00 – 2:50 | 4th period |
Friday
09/11
| 9:00-9:50 | 1st period |
| 10:00- 10:50 | 2nd Period |
| 11:00 – 12:30 | Break and/or small groups [for selected students] |
| 12:30-1:00 | Break/ Lunch |
| 1:00 – 1:50 | 3rd period |
| 2:00 – 2:50 | 4th period |
09/12| Saturday
- N/A
- Please note access to the school building will NOT be available. Security have been advised to not allow access to outsiders until further notice [inclusive of staff].
09/13| Sunday
- N/A
- Please note access to the school building will NOT be available. Security have been advised to not allow access to outsiders until further notice [inclusive of staff].
Upcoming Events:
Week of 09/07 – 09/13
- 09/16
- Monthly Principal’s Coffee
- MAP Testing
- Clubs
- 09/17 – HYPE will be hosting a Women in Tech Virtual After School Program for students
| Register for the Women in Tech Speaker Series! |
| This fall we will be hosting a Women in Tech Virtual After School Program where students will hear from our corporate partners & female STEM professionals on topics such as career journeys, setting SMART goals, and mentorship! Students will also have an opportunity to learn more about HYPE’s programs, internships, and career-building opportunities so they’re ready for the next HYPE @Home Virtual Program.The series will begin on September 17th, 2020 with setting SMART goals, so be sure to secure your spot soon! —> Register Here |
- 09/23
- MAP Testing
- Advisory
- 09/24
- Community Forum – Seniors
- 10/23 – STEAM Career Day: JA & SA [8am-11am]
The goal of Drew’s STEAM Career Days is to expose PreK-12 students to the many careers related to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) fields. Presenters have the opportunity to share their best career advice and inspire the next generation of engineers, artists, researchers, entrepreneurs and innovators. Although we are excited to have all presenters, we recognize that representation is critical and are seeking to engage diverse presenters that may be underrepresented in their current fields. We believe that an array of diverse experiences and perspectives is a vital step to inspire all of our students of the possibilities that exists for future generations as we look to cultivate a more equitable world.
Future Events
- TBD- Senior Pictures for Class of 2021
- Lifetouch [new picture vendor] will contact families directly to arrange appointments]
See the information below regarding the importance of communities achieving a “complete count” in the 2020 Census!
Wifi and Internet Resources
Please see the Xfinity flyer above and information to internet access at a deep discount with Comcast–> CLICK HERE .
PTA UPDATES
The PTA Needs YOU!
Are you looking for ways to get involved with Drew? The PTA is looking for Fundraising Chair Person(s) and Communications Director to join our team!
Fundraising Chair Person(s)
The PTA supports things such as Teacher Grants, Teacher Appreciation, Parent-Teacher Coffees, the Drew Opportunity Fund, and other programs to support our teachers and families. In order to support those initiatives, we need to raise money! The Fundraising Chair will be responsible for helping to organize Dine Out Nights, Box Tops, Mabel’s Labels, and Amazon Smile promotions; Drew Car Magnet and Spirit Gear sales and the Silent Auction along with bringing in other potential fundraising ideas. *The time commitment for this role depends on fundraising initiatives taking place, there will times when there is very little work, however, the auction and other initiatives will require several hours a week.
Communications Director
Coordinate all communications for the PTA including email (MailChimp), Website (Wix.com), Social Media (Facebook), signs, fliers (print & digital), & posters. The Communications Director provides (or enlists/directs others to provide) graphics to use in the promotion of the fundraiser, events & initiatives of the Drew PTA in line with the Drew Charter School brand guidelines. The Communications Director works with the Drew PTA Executive Committee and Committee Chairs to develop strategies to best communicate their respective initiatives and works with them to execute those plans. *The time commitment for this role is approximately 2-3 hours per week on average.
Thanks to the incredible work by Maggie Stewart as Fundraising Chair and Justin Schaeffer as Communications Director there are a huge set of resources available and a team of PTA board members to help! If you’re interested please email ptadrew@gmail.com. Thanks!
Other Concerns
Uniform Concerns!
Portal for Paying for Nutrition/Lunch Fees
Portal for Paying for Drew Events, Dues, Field Trips, etc..
Update for Students:
Senior Academy Blog 