The ladies of New Outlook are participating in a reading of the modern English version of No Fear Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet.
The study of Shakespeare’s most well-known story includes reading and discussing the text in the group setting to maximize engagement and comprehension.
As part of the recent celebrations and festivities, the young ladies of New Outlook Academy displayed their creative skills completing crafts and art projects. Encouraging artistic expression to stay forever young at heart!!
“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up.” ― Pablo Picasso
Congratulations to the following New Outlook Academy students for being named to the Academic Honor Roll:
Imani A. (Allegheny Co.) Isabel C. (Blair Co.) Madison C. (WV) Ty’Nia F. (York
Co.) Ashlee F. (WV) Kelsey G. (Montgomery Co.) Cheyenne H. (Berks Co.) Theresa J. (Lehigh Co.) Alex. J. (Westmoreland Co.) Makayla K. (Lehigh Co.) Aamiya P. (Washington Co.) Jordan Y. (Westmoreland Co.)
Congratulations to these hard-working young ladies!! Keep it up.
The New Outlook Academy Book Club has selected its next book. “Thick: And Other Essays” by the American sociologist, professor, and writer Tressie McMillan Cottom is a
2019 collection of essays that explores a range of topics, including womanhood, body image, and social media. It also covers the author’s experience as a southern black woman in academia. Thick was a finalist for the 2019 National Book Award. Twenty-five young ladies have joined the book club for this reading, which will involve group chapter reviews and discussions. We are thrilled with the interest, excitement, and enthusiasm demonstrated by the students participating in this thought-provoking group activity.
New Outlook Academy students took advantage of the unusually warm weather with trips to West Mifflin Park and the Mt. Washington Overlook. They also enjoyed a visit to the ice cream shop!
Here is to hoping that Indian Summer days stick around for a while longer!!!
Congratulations to this exceptional group of young ladies who recently earned their ServSafe certifications. This national credential provides basic education and training in five areas related to food safety. The program is administered by the National Restaurant Association and represents an…
Students at New Outlook Academy participated in a poetry reading to share their unique creations with their counselors and peers. The projects were all created as "reverse poems" which are defined as works that convey one meaning when read top to bottom and a different meaning when read in reverse or from bottom to top.
All of the students were incredibly proud of their work and participation in the reading, including: Ashay B. (CA/Riverside) Latiavi H. (Cambria) Alexandra J. (Westmoreland) Makayla K. (LeHigh) Jacklynn M. (West Virginia) Janiyah T. (Cambria) Paige T. (Wyoming) Gracelynn W. (Blair).
All presenters and their guests were treated to a reception after the reading to celebrate their creativity and courage in sharing their personal poems.
MAKING SUMMER LAST Students at New Outlook Academy recently enjoyed a fun-filled afternoon in the sun at the South Park Nature Reserve. The Park offers year-round activities including the game preserve and streams that wind through over twenty miles of walking trails! After hours of exploring, the girls ended the outing with a cool treat at Rita's!
WAKE UP NEW OUTLOOK ACADEMY WELCOMES TWO NEW HOSTS
Wake Up New Outlook Academy welcomes two new faces to their morning show news desk. Angelina F. and Ciera G., both from Monroe Co., Pennsylvania, have taken over as the show's new co-anchors. The daily news is broadcast to the students and staff to communicate important information, share upcoming events and generally provide some laughs to start the day.
No doubt their smiles make each morning at New Outlook Academy a little brighter for everyone.