“A dead end street is a good place to turn around.” — Naomi Judd
Drew Creative Film Company
EP 01 Pilot: S.H.A.P.E. & Homecoming 11.13.23
SENIOR ACADEMY RISING 9th GRADE NIGHT!
We hope to see you next year!
Have you moved?
If your family has moved, please help us stay up-to-date by completing this Address Update Request Form. You’ll be prompted to upload your new proof-of-residency documents when submitting the form. Remember that a student must reside in the Atlanta Public School district to remain eligible to attend Drew. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Enrollment at enrollment@drewcharterschool.org or 404-450-0567.
The link to join is here.
Here is the link for ordering yearbooks this year.
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
STEP UP
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.
Highlights:
Upcoming Events:
Trivia Questions on Tuesday/ Thursday at 1:30 PM (MS google classroom 7iy2jsh)
Poetry SLAM submission due April 19th Event April 26th
Step Up Meeting -Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Drew Eagle Book Club meeting April 18, 2024
Book Buddies Meeting April 17, 2024
Overdue Notice distributed on Monday, April 15, 2024
Galileo ( Georgia Virtual Library ) Information for Students
HRRB Team recruitment…please refer students for the middle and high school teams.
Galileo – Research
Happy Reading,
Tonya Walker Ricks
Charles R. Drew Charter School
Junior and Senior Academy
Media Specialist
470-355-1200 Ext 1017
Drew Opportunity Fund
Do Good, Shine Bright!
You don’t have to wait. Give today! https://bit.ly/DoGoodShineBright
#ShineBright #FeelsGoodToDoGood #ForTheCommunityByTheCommunity
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.
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!
JOIN OR RENEW TODAY
For more info on PTA volunteer opportunities:
We look forward to seeing you there!
- Be sure to follow on REMIND for real time updates regarding testing information/updates.
- To Sign up for REMIND click the respective link(s) BELOW:
- Zoe Cannon and Zachary Jackson on their acceptance into (MS)2 for Summer 2024!
- Kevin Little and Armoni Kitchens on their acceptance into the Summer Cohort-Navigate Culinary Internship program!
- Harp and all of our wonderful performers for an amazing concert this past week!
- Congratulations to our senior Harpist ~ Tannilea Schliffer, Aoki Hawkins, Erin Howard, Sage Harrison-Conway, Imari Ricks!
- Mr. Mather, Tambra Harris, Mr. Kitchen, Ms. Wynn, Dr. Kurt, Mrs. Cain, Mrs. Wilson, Mrs. Gilkey, Mrs. Schaffer and everyone involved in an amazing and innovative Space is the New Place!
- Class of 2024 for making the Senior Universal trip memorable ~ thank you for your attention and patience to ensure you had a fun and safe experience!
- Mrs. Cusick for her organization and leadership to make the trip possible!
- Chaperones- Mrs. Cusick, Mr. Wynn, Mr. Richardson, Mrs. Dowis, Mrs. Davis, Mr. Martz, Mrs. Price, Mr. Meneese, Mrs. Lasterwood!
- Dr. Allen for finding a creative and interactive way to review testing procedures to the whole staff!
- Congratulations to the boys soccer team on their 1st round State playoff win!
- Everyone that continues to engage in outreach and build meaningful relationships with students throughout and beyond the building!
Principal Coffee for 2024
New Dates
Recordings/Presentation/& Zoom Link Here
Testing Dates
NO GAMES CURRENTLY SCHEDULED
CANCELED GAMES
RESCHEDULED GAMES
To Wear or Not To Wear? (use link to uniform policy below)
| 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 |
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