WEEK ELEVEN

Important Reminder: Drew Charter School Operates Normally on Election Day

As Election Day, November 7th approaches, we want to remind our students, parents, and staff that Drew Charter School will follow its regular, in-person schedule. While the district will observe an asynchronous day due to many schools serving as polling locations, Drew Charter School is not a designated polling location and will continue its normal operations.

We encourage everyone to exercise their civic duty by participating in the election process, especially the local school board elections. Your involvement can shape the future of our community and schools.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We look forward to welcoming students to Drew on Tuesday, November 7th!

Here is the link for ordering yearbooks this year.

Seniors and their parents or loved ones can also use the same link to purchase Senior Ads.

Price Guide

YearbooksYearbook Ads (class of 2024 only)
Now thru 11/10/23 are $40Full Page Ad $125
11/11/23 thru 1/10/24 are $45Half Page Ad $75
1/11/24 thru 4/10/24 are $50Quarter Page Ad $45

Please contact Ms. McKenzie-Brown if you have any questions alicia.mckenzie@drewcharterschool.org

Calling all students! Share your thoughts on our school nutrition program! Your voice matters. Participate in our school nutrition survey and help us make your Drew Dining experiences even better. Your feedback shapes our menu! 

Link to survey: https://forms.office.com/r/2DJ9gyhcQ8

MENU

Drew Dining Present Delicious Delights on Our October Menu (10/2 – 10/6)

Safety Reminders

Please exercise caution 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

Recently, Atlanta Public Schools (APS), in partnership with the City of Atlanta, adopted the School Zone Speed Safety Camera Program, and the program has launched within Drew’s school zone. Please click here to learn more about the school zone speed safety camera program in APS.

Thank you for your attention and commitment to the safety of our Drew Community.

EAGLES, IT’S TIME TO GET IN SHAPE

This year we’re getting in S.H.A.P.E. and reviving our Senior Academy norms. By getting into S.H.A.P.E we plan to:

Seek to Understand Others – show empathy for differences and serve others

Honor Trust – show integrity and honesty 

Act Responsibly – good judgement, good decisions, and be accountable

Present Professionally – uniform on properly and take pride in how your presentation

Evaluate Self – build skills to regulate and deal with emotions

This year we all will work together to focus on S.H.A.P.E. – ing up for the school year. 

EAGLES NEST

Media Services Google Classroom with code: 7iy2jsh

Highlights:

Schoolwide Reading Programs- All program Accelerated Reader , MyOn and Beanstack: Race2Read (students should utilize Clever for access)

Book Circulation is Open. Please email class visit request.  

YA Books for reluctant Readers

Galileo Password: except

Save the Dates

SOAR Advisory Reading Program

Dork Diaries photos

Scholastic Book Fair October 23-27,2023  

Hispanic Heritage Month September 15-October 15, 2023

Media Orientation

Media Orientation Link below:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044DAFA822ABF94-media1

If you need a date not provided please email your request.

Teacher collaboration https://forms.gle/hVwSU7hKgT1VGgUS8

I truly look forward to collaborating with you and promoting literacy to enhance our Soaring Eagles.

Tonya Walker Ricks

Charles R. Drew Charter School

Junior and Senior Academy

Media Specialist

470-355-1200 Ext 1017

Drew Opportunity Fund

Shine Bright, Drew Eagles

We’re thrilled to kick off our 2023-2024 Annual Giving Campaign! 

Our goal: $100,000 to support uniform assistance, emergency family support, staff wellness, and more. Every contribution counts! 

Let’s make a difference together. Donate what you can and help us #ShineBright

Donate now: https://bit.ly/DrewOpportunityFund

MAKE A GIFT 

Show Your Eagle Pride

Drew Charter is excited to announce the launch of a sponsorship banner program!

In addition to showcasing your Eagle Pride to the thousands of people who visit our campus every year, you get the good feeling of knowing you are supporting two important programs: Drew Athletics and the Drew Opportunity Fund.

And sponsorships are 100% tax-deductible!

Interested?  Learn more about our banner program here.

 ptadrew@gmail.com

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR

PTA COMMITTEE MEMBERS & CHAIRS

The PTA is looking for volunteers to join all committees as well as chairs for the following committees:

·  Community Engagement

·  Fundraising

·  Health, Wellness, & Safety

·  PTA Grants

·  Room Parents

Please email ptadrewpresident@gmail.com if you’re interested in volunteering in any capacity!

https://www.drewcharterschoolpta.com/committees

JOIN OR RENEW TODAY

https://drewcharterschoolpta.memberhub.com/store?limit=21u0026amp;live=trueu0026amp;category=Memberships

For more info on PTA volunteer opportunities:

https://www.drewcharterschoolpta.com/volunteer

R E M I N D
  • Kudos to all of our students selected for continuously exhibiting Senior Academy norms this week – Ceniya Hilton, Wy’teria Paul-Cook, Christian Anderson, Cristal Jordan, Lily Alexander, Autumn Harris, Alia Hampton, Tarsh Freeman, Jasmine Allen, Isaiah Rashid, Denella Kindel, Samaya King!
  • Aaron (Zeke) Ravenscraft for being a National Merit Semifinalist!
  • Softball team on their win earlier this week!
  • Kenyatta Bennett for his initiative and engagement with his talent working with the camera outside of school hours!
  • Dr. Pinder for hosting and introducing our Cybersecurity Master Class!
    • Every student and family that joined the Zoom session!
  • CCR and Senior team for hosting the senior activity to Pullman Yards!
  • Dr. Allen for coordination with outside partners and bringing opportunities to students!
  • SEL coaches for providing timely and appropriate support to our students!
  • Mrs. Gresham and Ms. Jackson for collaborating, modeling and working with students throughout the academy!
  • Every Senior Academy teacher and staff member that continues to build relationships with students and contribute to positive school culture!

Principal Coffee for 2023

New Dates

Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (click here to join)

Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (click here to join)

Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (click here to join)

Recordings/Presentation/& Zoom Link Here:

Calendar of Events (below):

Week of 09/25/2023 – 9/29/2023

CANCELED GAMES

RESCHEDULED GAMES

SEE ANNOUCMENTS BELOW FOR UPCOMING EVENTS

To Wear or Not To Wear? (use link to uniform policy below)

Senior Academy Uniform Policy


Counseling Resources, see information below:
Dean of CCR: rachel.weaver@drewcharterschool.org 
9th and 11th- takiedra.white@drewcharterschool.org
10th and 12th: rob.richardson@drewcharterschool.org

Click here to learn more about IEP and 504:
MTSS/504 Chronicles Vol 1, Issue 5

Media Center Resources, see information below:
Google Classroom Code – 7iy2jsh [Students only have access]

Maker Space Activities :
Checkout the STEAM Initiatives/Opportunities, visit the calendar on their page by following this link –> bit.ly/DrewMAKE

MONDAY

10/2/2023

9th/10th Grade Schedule11th/12th Grade Schedule 
1st- 8:20-9:501st- 8:20-9:50
2nd- 9:55-11:252nd- 9:55-11:25
Lunch- 11:30-12:003rd-11:30-1:00
3rd- 12:05-1:35Lunch 1:05-1:35
Advisory – 1:40-2:25Advisory – 1:40-2:25
4th- 2:30-4:004th- 2:30-4:00

TUESDAY

10/3/2023

9th/10th Grade Schedule11th/12th Grade Schedule 
1st- 8:20-9:501st- 8:20-9:50
2nd- 9:55-11:252nd- 9:55-11:25
Lunch- 11:30-12:003rd-11:30-1:00
3rd- 12:05-1:35Lunch 1:05-1:35
Advisory – 1:40-2:25Advisory – 1:40-2:25
4th- 2:30-4:004th- 2:30-4:00

WEDNESDAY

10/4/2023

9th/10th Grade Schedule11th/12th Grade Schedule 
1st- 8:20-9:501st- 8:20-9:50
2nd- 9:55-11:252nd- 9:55-11:25
Lunch- 11:30-12:003rd-11:30-1:00
3rd- 12:05-1:35Lunch 1:05-1:35
Advisory – 1:40-2:25Advisory – 1:40-2:25
4th- 2:30-4:004th- 2:30-4:00

THURSDAY

10/5/2023

9th/10th Grade Schedule11th/12th Grade Schedule 
1st- 8:20-9:501st- 8:20-9:50
2nd- 9:55-11:252nd- 9:55-11:25
Lunch- 11:30-12:003rd-11:30-1:00
3rd- 12:05-1:35Lunch 1:05-1:35
Advisory – 1:40-2:25Advisory – 1:40-2:25
4th- 2:30-4:004th- 2:30-4:00

FRIDAY

10/6/2023

9th/10th Grade Schedule11th/12th Grade Schedule 
1st- 8:20-9:501st- 8:20-9:50
2nd- 9:55-11:252nd- 9:55-11:25
Lunch- 11:30-12:003rd-11:30-1:00
3rd- 12:05-1:35Lunch 1:05-1:35
Advisory – 1:40-2:25Advisory – 1:40-2:25
4th- 2:30-4:004th- 2:30-4:00


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