Testing Coordinator Rachel Williams of HOPE Academy Lincoln Park reported a successful Boot Camp Saturday for Ohio Achievement Test prep.
"There were 26 students in attendance," Williams said. "The session was organized by me, the students were led by Mr. Borders (Intervention Specialist Assistant) and we were also assisted by Mr. Terry, the principal and Ms. Hines, the administrative assistant."
Williams said activities for the day included discussion about the importance of the OAT, math minute drills, lunch, exercise and solving math problems in teams.
"There is a lot of buzz about our next boot camp," she said. "We may add more dates."
Operation PASS stands for Preparing All Students for Success.
Testing will be held the week of April 27.
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Monday, February 25, 2008
Celebration pictures
Here are additional photos from HOPE Academy Canton's Black History Month celebration held Friday.
Friday, February 22, 2008
School marks Black History Month
HOPE Academy Canton sixth-grader Allan Hively, not pictured above, had a huge smile on his face as he danced along with students celebrating Black History."This is what HOPE Academy is all about," he said.
Staff members and students at the diverse Canton school marked Black History Month with a special program on Friday.
Students shared facts about Black History Month, Black Facts, the Underground Railroad, Harriet Tubman, Stark County's role in the Underground Railroad and Massillon educators.
In addition, biographies were shared about Stark County Black History Makers, including: business owner William Powell, educator Delores Pressley, Cleveland Cavaliers guard Eric Snow, singer Macy Gray and HOPE Academy Canton principal Tony Townsend.
An African-American dance presentation was also offered.
"This month, we're celebrating Black History, but in truth, we're celebrating American History month," Townsend said.
The principal added that the school is the most diverse in the county.
"We're not just educating children, we're preparing them for the world," Townsend said.
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Boot Camp planned
HOPE Academy Lincoln Park will hold a OAT Test Boot Camp for third through sixth grade students 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday at the school.
The event is part of the school's Operation PASS theme for testing, which stands for Preparing All Students for Success.
Testing will be held the week of April 27.
The event is part of the school's Operation PASS theme for testing, which stands for Preparing All Students for Success.
Testing will be held the week of April 27.
Test prep night productive
Testing Coordinator Rachel Williams of HOPE Academy Lincoln Park said the school's Ohio Achievement Test preparation night was productive.
"The information was well-received," she said. "Parents asked a lot of questions."
Door prizes were available from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum.
"The information was well-received," she said. "Parents asked a lot of questions."
Door prizes were available from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum.
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Canton school to mark Black History Month
HOPE Academy Canton will hold a Black History program 2-3 p.m. Feb. 22 at the school, 1379 Garfield Ave. S.W.
The event will feature songs, spotlights on notable African-Americans in the community, a discussion of the Underground Railroad, an African-American dance featuring female students in Kindergarten through second grade, the fifth-grade class will sing the Black National Anthem.
Spotlighted African-Americans will include:
William Powell --- An East Canton resident who is the only African-American to design, build, own and operate a golf course in the United States.
DeLores Pressley --- 27-year veteran of the Canton School District. She also has a modeling agency for plus-sized women and also is an author and motivational speaker.
Eric Snow --- Point guard for the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Canton McKinley graduate also has played for the Seattle Supersonics and the Philadelphia 76ers.
Tony Townsend --- Principal of the school and Massillon City Councilman.
Macy Gray --- R&B and soul singer who was born in Canton.
The school will also hold a Cross-Cultural Week from Feb. 25-29 where the importance and contributions of Native Americans, Asians, Hispanics, Italians and Irish people will be discussed.
The event will feature songs, spotlights on notable African-Americans in the community, a discussion of the Underground Railroad, an African-American dance featuring female students in Kindergarten through second grade, the fifth-grade class will sing the Black National Anthem.
Spotlighted African-Americans will include:
William Powell --- An East Canton resident who is the only African-American to design, build, own and operate a golf course in the United States.
DeLores Pressley --- 27-year veteran of the Canton School District. She also has a modeling agency for plus-sized women and also is an author and motivational speaker.
Eric Snow --- Point guard for the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Canton McKinley graduate also has played for the Seattle Supersonics and the Philadelphia 76ers.
Tony Townsend --- Principal of the school and Massillon City Councilman.
Macy Gray --- R&B and soul singer who was born in Canton.
The school will also hold a Cross-Cultural Week from Feb. 25-29 where the importance and contributions of Native Americans, Asians, Hispanics, Italians and Irish people will be discussed.
Dance will be rescheduled
Due to inclement weather this week, HOPE Academy Canton officials have announced its Valentine's Day dance will be rescheduled.
No makeup date has been announced.
No makeup date has been announced.
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Friday, February 8, 2008
OAT test prep planned
HOPE Academy Lincoln Park will host an Ohio Achivement Test preparation meeting for parents 5:30-6:30 p.m. Feb. 13 at the school, 2421 W. 11th St., Cleveland.
The school's theme is Operation PASS (Preparing All Students for Success).
Test prep sessions are also scheduled 10 a.m.-noon Saturdays starting Feb. 23.
For information, call 216-263-7008.
The school's theme is Operation PASS (Preparing All Students for Success).
Test prep sessions are also scheduled 10 a.m.-noon Saturdays starting Feb. 23.
For information, call 216-263-7008.
Monday, February 4, 2008
Friday, January 25, 2008
Drive to help family a success
HOPE Academy Broadway principal Holly Williams said a drive to help a family with four students who lost their home in a fire has been successful.
"It's been really great," she said. "We've had kitchen items donated from the school, bedroom sets donated from the mother's workplace and a television, stereo and $250 in gift certificates donated from our corporate office."
Listen to podcast here
"It's been really great," she said. "We've had kitchen items donated from the school, bedroom sets donated from the mother's workplace and a television, stereo and $250 in gift certificates donated from our corporate office."
Listen to podcast here
HOPE Academy Brown Street to finish basketball season this weekend
HOPE Academy fourth grade boys team will play 9:50 a.m. Saturday at St. Anthony Grade School, while the girls team will play 2:40 p.m. Sunday at St. Sebastian Grade School.
Thursday, January 24, 2008
Funds still needed for MDA
She's not locked up anymore, but HOPE Academy Lincoln Park EMIS Coordinator Eileen Hines is still looking for help in raising funds to support the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Hines was locked up Wednesday in an effort to raise $2,000 for the group. As of yesterday afternoon, Eileen has raised $210.
Donate to help Eileen
Hines was locked up Wednesday in an effort to raise $2,000 for the group. As of yesterday afternoon, Eileen has raised $210.
Donate to help Eileen
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Preparing for the OATs
HOPE Academy Lincoln Park is preparing students for the Ohio Achievement Tests which will held in April.
"We're holding Saturday trainings as well as tutoring sessions," said EMIS Coordinator Eileen Hines, who's responsible for tracking student attendence for the testing.
"We're holding Saturday trainings as well as tutoring sessions," said EMIS Coordinator Eileen Hines, who's responsible for tracking student attendence for the testing.
EMIS Coordinator needs your help
HOPE Academy Lincoln Park EMIS Coordinator Eileen Hines has been locked today up to support the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Bail has been set at $2,000. So far, Eileen has raised $155.
Donate to help Eileen
Bail has been set at $2,000. So far, Eileen has raised $155.
Donate to help Eileen
Thursday, January 10, 2008
Locked up for a good cause
EMS/Enrollment Specialist Eileen Hines of Hope Academy Lincoln Park will be put behind bars 9 a.m. Jan. 23 in order to raise money for MDA. Hines says her goal is to raise $2,000.
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