On May 1st, 2024, we celebrate National School Principal Day!
Mr. Myers,
Thank you for making decisions with our students as your top priority. Your hard work is the foundation for their achievement. We know that this charge can be difficult, but you handle it with zeal, grace, and enthusiasm. Thank you for all you do for the Senior Academy and for Drew!
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.
Upcoming Events:
- GA Milestone Resources
- Accelerated Reader
- Georgia Virtual Library
- Community Service Opportunity
- Book Buddies
- Step Up Mentoring Program
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
- 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:
- Thank you to Mr. Meneese and everyone that made SGA Day of Play possible.
- Congratulations to our Culinary Master Class students on their recent graduation from the program: Jordan Weems, Hannah Melvin, Waverly Alcock, Shateira Dalton, Rachel Parks-Selmon, Armoni Kitchens, Journey Feliciano, Kevin Little!
- Harp and all of our wonderful performers for an amazing concert this past week!
- Congratulations to our senior Harpist ~ Samaya King, Tannilea Schliffer, Aoki Hawkins, Erin Howard, Sage Harrison-Conway, Imari Ricks!
- Mrs. Tasha Allen and everyone that assisted for a beautiful and amazing prom this year!
- Nasir Benbow for winning Prom King!
- Shannilea Schliffer and Si’ani Hutchinson for winning Prom Queen!
- 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 |
MONDAY
4/29/2024
| 9th/10th Grade Schedule | 11th/12th Grade Schedule |
| 1st- 8:20-9:50 | 1st- 8:20-9:50 |
| 2nd- 9:55-11:25 | 2nd- 9:55-11:25 |
| Lunch- 11:30-12:00 | 3rd-11:30-1:00 |
| 3rd- 12:05-1:35 | Lunch 1:05-1:35 |
| Advisory – 1:40-2:25 | Advisory – 1:40-2:25 |
| 4th- 2:30-4:00 | 4th- 2:30-4:00 |
TUESDAY
4/30/2024
| 9th/10th Grade Schedule | 11th/12th Grade Schedule |
| 1st- 8:20-9:50 | 1st- 8:20-9:50 |
| 2nd- 9:55-11:25 | 2nd- 9:55-11:25 |
| Lunch- 11:30-12:00 | 3rd-11:30-1:00 |
| 3rd- 12:05-1:35 | Lunch 1:05-1:35 |
| Advisory – 1:40-2:25 | Advisory – 1:40-2:25 |
| 4th- 2:30-4:00 | 4th- 2:30-4:00 |
Achieve Scholar Night 3:00 PM
WEDNESDAY
5/1/2024
| 9th/10th Grade Schedule | 11th/12th Grade Schedule |
| 1st- 8:20-9:50 | 1st- 8:20-9:50 |
| 2nd- 9:55-11:25 | 2nd- 9:55-11:25 |
| Lunch- 11:30-12:00 | 3rd-11:30-1:00 |
| 3rd- 12:05-1:35 | Lunch 1:05-1:35 |
| Advisory – 1:40-2:25 | Advisory – 1:40-2:25 |
| 4th- 2:30-4:00 | 4th- 2:30-4:00 |
THURSDAY
5/2/2024
| 9th/10th Grade Schedule | 11th/12th Grade Schedule |
| 1st- 8:20-9:50 | 1st- 8:20-9:50 |
| 2nd- 9:55-11:25 | 2nd- 9:55-11:25 |
| Lunch- 11:30-12:00 | 3rd-11:30-1:00 |
| 3rd- 12:05-1:35 | Lunch 1:05-1:35 |
| Advisory – 1:40-2:25 | Advisory – 1:40-2:25 |
| 4th- 2:30-4:00 | 4th- 2:30-4:00 |
Class of 2024 Recognition Ceremony @ 6pm
FRIDAY
5/3/2024
| 9th/10th Grade Schedule | 11th/12th Grade Schedule |
| 1st- 8:20-9:50 | 1st- 8:20-9:50 |
| 2nd- 9:55-11:25 | 2nd- 9:55-11:25 |
| Lunch- 11:30-12:00 | 3rd-11:30-1:00 |
| 3rd- 12:05-1:35 | Lunch 1:05-1:35 |
| Advisory – 1:40-2:25 | Advisory – 1:40-2:25 |
| 4th- 2:30-4:00 | 4th- 2:30-4:00 |
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LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!
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