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[ad_1] EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING & ENGAGEMENT Ms. Erin’s chemistry class is at it again, incorporating STEM concepts and experiential learning to inspire collaboration among her students. The new challenge was to launch a pompom as far as possible using a popsicle stick catapult designed by the students. Malik I. (Montgomery Co.), Taveon W. (California) and Kysheem W. (Allegheny Co.) are learning by doing. Well done!! [ad_2]

[ad_1] We are a little late getting this post up to congratulate these two bright, beautiful young ladies on earning their GEDs. Way to go Haleigh S. (Erie Co.) and Ashley V. (Erie Co.)! We could not be more proud. The best is yet to come!!! [ad_2]

[ad_1] We want to wish all of our students and their families a relaxing Spring Break and while it may be different than we expected, we encourage everyone to follow all recommended guidelines to stay safe, remain healthy and be well. [ad_2]

[ad_1] CGI IT GIRL CHALLENGE UPDATE While COVID-19 has caused some delays in the CGI App competition that “Team ABBS” is participating in, we are hopeful that the project will continue soon. Our young ladies have revealed that our team is creating a quiz game challenge application. Most recently, the team met with Franco Colaizzi and Rob Angevine from CGI, as well as Komal Dhull from CMU to begin setting up a storyboard for their app. We are looking forward to seeing these ladies rock the competition just as soon work gets back underway. [ad_2]

[ad_1] MAKING COLLEGE A REALITY 18 Summit Academy students are currently enrolled in two college courses this spring through our College within the High School program. The first course is General Psychology which offers an introduction to the basic concepts and methodology of psychology and to the scientific study of behavior. The second course, American National Government, is the study of the process of National Government: the Congress, the President, and the Judiciary. Other topics covered include federalism, political parties, elections, interest groups, civil liberties, and public policy. The following students are enrolled in classes: Rodney B. (Beaver Co.) Jameel C. (Elk Co.) Melquin H. (Allegheny Co.) Nafis H. (Philadelphia) Lewis H. (Sacramento, CA) Malik I. (Montgomery, MD) Devin J. (Crawford Co.) Joseph K. (Allegheny Co.) Nicholas L. (Sacramento, CA) Angel L. (York Co.) Devaunghtaye M. (Allegheny Co.) Joshua M. (Monongalia, WV) Abdul Rafi M. (Philadelphia) Demetrius M. (Westmoreland Co.) Eric R. (Anne Arundel, MD) Terrance S. (Cuyahoga, OH) Damian S. (Philadelphia) Good Luck to all of these students as they continue on the path to a college degree. [ad_2]

PROVIDING SUPPORT & MEALS DURING COVID-19

New Academy Charter School is committed to ensuring that our students continue to have access to school lunches on a daily basis while we deal with the new normal that has resulted from the ongoing school cancelation. Our incredible faculty and staff have been working to not only provide a nutritious mid-day meal to our students but all maintain critical contact and communication with students and families during this extremely challenging time.
If any student or family is in need of assistance or support while we are off, we encourage you to reach out to the school for information and guidance.
Until we can get back to school, remember to BE SAFE, STAY HOME and BE WELL!!!

WELDING CERTIFICATIONS!!

Congratulations to the most recent Summit Academy students who earned their D1.1 flat plate welding certification! These young men are well on their way to acquiring the skills needed to open up a world of opportunity in the workforce.
Great job Logan B. (Franklin Co.), Gabe D (Monroe Co.), Kurt H. (Indiana Co.), Anthony K. (Somerset), Philip M. (Chester Co.), and Joey P. (Westmoreland Co.).

The stunning pictures below were shot and edited by students in the New Outlook Academy Photography/Multi-media Class. Their creativity is absolutely spectacular and truly represents the power of a single image.
“When words become unclear, I shall focus with photographs. When images become inadequate, I shall be content with silence.”
— Ansel Adams

CGI IT GIRL CHALLENGE COMPETITION

New Outlook Academy is excited to participate in the CGI I.T. Girl Challenge – a mobile app development competition for girls from Pittsburgh Public Schools. Small teams of two to four high school juniors and seniors will partner with industry mentors to design and develop a smart-phone application. This challenge includes seven weekly mentoring sessions and utilizes Thunkable, a drag and drop mobile application platform, to compete in the challenge.

Teams will pitch their mobile app design to a panel of Pittsburgh business executives and community leaders on Saturday, March 28. The team with the most innovative, applicable and creative application will be awarded a one-time $20,000 college scholarship to be split evenly among the winning team members.

Under the guidance of New Outlook Academy Teacher Zach Gass, Serinity B. (Indiana Co.), Brooke H. (Maryland), Bree M. (Allegheny Co.) and Abby M. (Erie) make up the New Outlook Academy team!

GOOD LUCK LADIES!!!

Exploring the Wonderful World of Wheels

Summit Academy students who are currently participating in our automotive-related trade class had the opportunity to attend the 2020 Pittsburgh International Auto Show at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. The auto show featured some of the hottest vehicles on the market, exotic and luxury cars and classics! No doubt these boys enjoyed checking out how it felt behind the wheel of these cool rides.