Following up with our community of Dads to provide the Zoom link for our next monthly virtual meeting set for this Thursday, October 27 from 9AM – 10AM. Please make plans to join us!
Agenda • Welcome • Featured Speaker: Drew Senior Academy Principal – Mr. Kendrick Myers • Drew Dad’s Talk Time • Wrap Up
Any Questions? Do you have any topics or questions you want either Mr. Myers or Drew Dads to discuss?
Reply back with your topics and/or questions. Please include your name & which academy you represent (EA, JA, SA).
How do you join the meeting? Just use the Zoom link and meeting information below to join us at 9am on October 27th. It is that easy!
This week, three of our students unveiled their artwork on limited-edition reusable charity tote bags for Lidl. The designs by the three student artists depict iconic scenes throughout the Atlanta community, incorporating available fresh fruits and vegetables. The bags are available for purchase at Lidl’s Memorial Drive store. One hundred percent of sales from the bags, each costing $3.99, will benefit the Atlanta Community Food Bank and the Healthy Connections program at the East Lake Family YMCA. The Healthy Connections program helps raise awareness among local East Atlanta youth and their families about how to lead healthier lives. A HUGE thank you to Dr. Whittington and Ms. Bryant for making this opportunity possible for our students!
I’ve included the student bios and designs below.
Jiyah Mathis, Age 12“I like my art to have meaning behind it, so I use lots of details and colors to express myself. Designing this Lidl bag is my first major art achievement. Downtown Atlanta inspired my design because everywhere you go in Atlanta, you will see an ATL sign somewhere.”
Amelia K. Vinson, Age 14“My style of art is bold lines, blocky shapes and lots of shadows. This is my first art achievement. I was inspired by the people in my environment to create a design that shows community.”
Tyra Robinson, Age 14 “I was inspired by looking at fine art paintings of fruit portraits to create a portrait of Eva Davis. I wanted to create a portrait of Eva Davis because she was a powerful Black woman and a leader who not only helped to get our school built in East Lake for kids K-12. She was a fearless person who helped make this East Lake community what it is today.”
Today, our students are being highlighted by local news outlets, including recent stories from Atlanta Daily World and WSB-TV.
Morning Drop-Off /Afternoon Pick-Up:
Please exercise cause to help keep everyone safe during morning drop-offs and afternoon pick-ups.
Please obey crossing guards and school police officers directing traffic
Please stop behind the crosswalk, leaving plenty of room for pedestrians to cross
Decrease your speed
Avoid passing other vehicles that are stopped for pedestrians
Remain focused on the road and avoid distracted driving
Check side mirrors and blind spots before making a right-hand turn
Allow bicyclists to pass you before turning left at an intersection
Leave at least 3 feet of distance between your vehicle and the bicycle when passing
Exercise caution and drive slowly near bicyclists, particularly children
Look in your side mirrors before opening your car door
Please share the Eagles Nest Media Newsletter in our communication to students and parents for October 24-28, 2022. HIGHLIGHTS: Halloween Reads (Spooky Stories) Best YA Books for October HRRB Team for Junior and Senior Academy Books titles Drew Eagle Book Club – Fall into Reading Challenge Accelerated Reader/My ON – Top Readers Upcoming ACT and SAT testing Dates Galileo Password: Capture
Based on the current CDC guidance regarding local COVID-19 Community Levels, we will lift our mask requirement for visitors and staff. This change is based on the most current CDC guidance and information regarding transmission levels for Dekalb and Fulton counties, which can be viewed here. Since both Fulton and DeKalb counties are at a medium Community Level, masks are strongly recommended but not required for students, staff, and families on Drew’s campus. As we continue to interact in ways that feel more like our pre-pandemic environment, it’s important to remember that we all have different perspectives about relaxing our mitigation practices. Please respect and support one another as we move forward.
Thank you for continuing to provide the best possible learning experience for our students. Take care, and we look forward to seeing you on Monday.
If your student has been testing with Viral Solutions over the past few weeks, they are already in the system and there is no need for them to opt-in again.Stay safe!
For details and access to other resources related to COVID-19 > > > See Here
Please note: Returning to campus tests must be conducted no earlier than 2 days from when you plan to be present on campus, please submit test results via the link above if using external testing site.
PTA Announcements
East Lake Cup (Oct. 24-27, 2022, at East Lake Golf Club)
The East Lake Foundation, in partnership with East Lake Golf Club and Golf Channel, is proud to host the 8th Annual East Lake Cup, a collegiate competition featuring top-performing teams from the NCAA Men’s and Women’s Golf Championships. This year’s East Lake Cup will take place at East Lake Golf Club and air live on Golf Channel from Monday, October 24 – Wednesday, October 26, 2022. Modeled after the NCAA Golf Championships, the format for the East Lake Cup consists of an opening round of stroke play to crown an individual male and female champion and determine seeding for the following two days of match play competition. This year’s women’s division features Auburn, Oregon, Texas A&M, and UCLA. The men’s division includes Texas, Pepperdine, Vanderbilt, and Arizona State. The gates open at 9:00 am, and tee times begin at 11:00 am daily. Tickets to attend the competition are complimentary and can be downloaded here.
Anti-Defamation League (ADL)
In partnership with the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), Drew is excited to offer our parents A World of Difference anti-bias training. As a leading provider of anti-bias education, ADL’s A World of Difference series provides both onsite and online anti-bias training.
ADL’s anti-bias training and materials are designed to:
· Promote respectful, inclusive, and safe learning environments and communities
· Build an understanding of the value and benefits of diversity
· Improve intergroup relations
· Eradicate antisemitism, racism, and all forms of bigotry
· Encourage personal responsibility in the promotion of justice and equity
We will combine the postponed session and the new session in person on the Yates Campus on October 25th, 5:30-8:00 pm, and an encore virtual session on October 26th, 5:30-8:00 pm. Please use the QR code to complete the registration form to sign up for either session.
PTA’s Holiday Poinsettias
The PTA will be selling Holiday Poinsettias from Oct 17-Nov 1. Top quality red poinsettias in 3 pot sizes. Delivery in late November:
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To Our Drew Students’ Featured Artwork on Limited-Edition Lidl Tote Bags including our very own Tyra Robinson in 9th grade!
The designs by the three student artists depict iconic scenes throughout the Atlanta community, incorporating available fresh fruits and vegetables. The bags are available for purchase at Lidl’s Memorial Drive store. One hundred percent of sales from the bags, each costing $3.99, will benefit the Atlanta Community Food Bank and the Healthy Connections program at the East Lake Family YMCA.
The 10th grade team and their collaboration with students in St. Croix for an amazing entry event!
Mrs. Simmons for having guest speakers from Deloitt and the MADE progam come and speak with students about accounting, diversity, and equity!
Senior Academy Chorus for an amazing concert!
CCR for holding a well-though out Early College night!
Everyone that came out to our first Conversation with the Head of School!
Ms. Denard and Mr. Meneese for putting on a wonderful and successful campaign event for our students!
To the students for all of their efforts, posters, positive thoughts and snacks as they campaigned!
Each Senior Academy staff member that continues to build relationships, be proactive, and find ways to help students make progressively positive decisions!
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.
Senior Academy Blog 