Congratulations to our students who successfully completed the ServSafe food protection certification exam. The students learned basic food safety requirements and sanitation techniques, as well as methods of thawing, cooking, cooling and reheating food. This nationally-recognized sanitation certification is required by most restaurants as a basic credential for their management staff, thereby increasing employability opportunities for these students. Good luck to these talented young ladies.
New Academy Charter School students participated in an Employment Assistance Workshop. During the workshop, students filled out sample, online job applications and set up gmail accounts for future job searches. A few of the students applied for jobs at places such as Dunkin Donuts, Wendy's and Pizza Hut. They also learned valuable skills related to resume building, interviewing and the best ways to present themselves to potential employers. This workshop is a component of the Career Planning class offered to our Juniors and Seniors as they work to achieve their post-graduation goals.
Celebrating Success In Education
Summit Academy faculty and staff are extremely proud of the students who were named to the Honor Roll for the most recent grading period. We recognized 30 students who achieved honor roll, 18 who achieved high honors and 12 students who earned distinguished honors for attaining a 4.0 grade point average. Congratulations boys and keep up the good work!
Folks all over the city of Pittsburgh have been raving about the spectacular performance of Disney's Aladdin that recently ran at the beautiful Benedum Theater downtown. Among the attendees who saw the show were several young ladies from New Outlook Academy. After the show, they girls enjoyed a trip to the Milkshake Factory for a delicious dessert.
The students and staff wish to thank Tickets for Kids Charities for the amazing experience and opportunity.
We are extremely excited to announce New Outlook Academy's newest career and technical training class – PHOTOGRAPHY. Students are learning proper care and use of their equipment, as well as camera and lens settings.
The class has also been on several outings around the city to photograph different scenes and locations, including Mt. Washington, South Park and Homestead. They have also learned photo editing skills using Microsoft Publisher. Students are thoroughly enjoying the creative aspects of the class and are proud to display their work throughout the school.
New Academy Charter School students recently volunteered at Horses with Hope! The equine therapy program offers opportunities to improve the physical, mental, emotional and social quality of life for children, youth, and adults with physical and behavioral health needs. Our student volunteers serve as side-walkers, assisting riders while allowing them as much independence as possible. This volunteer experience is a favorite of our students and we look forward to continuing our partnership with this outstanding organization.
New Academy Charter School offers an individualized and supportive learning environment to maximize student achievement and success. One of the unique opportunities offered to students this year is the "peace room". This space offers a calm atmosphere intended to promote relaxation, de-escalation and distress reduction for students struggling with anxiety and conflict. The encouragement, affirmation and positive interaction that the students receive in this room promotes empowerment and confidence in utilizing healthy alternatives to coping with difficult situations and circumstances.
New Academy Charter School teachers, Samantha Taylor and Bruce Fullard welcomed their 8th grade Teen Living class with a fun icebreaker on the first day of school. The course will teach students about important issues they will face during their high school years. It is designed to help students…
Many thanks to Grow Pittsburgh for their partnership with New Academy Charter School! Our staff and students are very excited about our Learning Garden. This outdoor classroom is being built to fit organically into the school dynamic and transform a portion of the back lot of the school into a…
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