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Excel Academy of Roseland Hosts “Keep It Pretty, Girl” Women’s History Month Empowerment Brunch

In honor of Women’s History Month, Excel Academy of Roseland, part of the Chicago Public Schools’ Options Network, hosted select staff, students, and influential women of Chicago's communities for its second annual empowerment brunch. “Keep it Pretty, Girl”, sought to inspire and motivate students to achieve academic, professional and personal success, while deepening a connection with staff and community leaders. During the event, students engaged with successful businesswomen and community women leaders, discussing career and post-secondary opportunities, goal-setting, paths to success, health, relationships, mentorship and more. Additionally, attendees participated in fun team building exercises and several giveaways. "This was an [...]

Excel Academy of Roseland Hosts “Keep It Pretty, Girl” Women’s History Month Empowerment Brunch2023-05-18T11:13:29-04:00

Excel Academy of Roseland Students Artwork on Display

Recently, eight students from the Excel Academy of Roseland, part of the Chicago Public Schools’ Options Network, had the opportunity to showcase their artwork and get a taste of the Big Easy in the Windy City. The students, along with some of their loved ones, attended the first annual Mardi Gras for Mental Health Gala hosted by a local nonprofit organization, the Idell-McCarthy Foundation For Second Chances, at the historical Stan Mansion. Excel student artwork was on display during the Mardi Gras-themed black-tie event, where attendees were treated to authentic New Orleans cuisine, live entertainment and festive performances and exhibits. [...]

Excel Academy of Roseland Students Artwork on Display2023-05-17T10:46:49-04:00

Recognizing Educators Who Support Special and Alternative Education Students

 By Dawn Thomas, President of SESI As Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week ends, I wanted to highlight a certain segment within the K-12 education sector that’s close to my heart, the exceptional professionals devoted to the world of special and alternative education. These compassionate educators work tirelessly to unlock the potential of each unique student, which has become more important as the number of students receiving special and alternative education has grown over the past decade.    During this important week, I’ve reflected more than usual on what I’ve learned during my first year as president of Specialized Education [...]

Recognizing Educators Who Support Special and Alternative Education Students2023-05-12T12:36:34-04:00

Student Thrives at High Road Upper School of Prince George’s County

Johnathan Price has become more independent and confident since enrolling at the High Road Upper School of Prince George’s County this school year. The 17-year-old’s mother, Jewel Price, says she is grateful and thankful to faculty and staff for the changes she has seen in her son, whose favorite subjects include computers and music. “He has a whole new level of confidence,” she said. “He’s come a long way.” As a single mother raising a child with some challenges, Price said she doesn’t know where she would be without High Road, especially his teacher Miss Smith. She credits staff with [...]

Student Thrives at High Road Upper School of Prince George’s County2023-05-10T17:24:04-04:00

Celebrating World Autism Month at the Northwest Center for Autism

Last month, faculty and staff the Northwest Center for Autism at High Road School went all out in honoring and celebrating the unique talents, perspectives and strengths of their students during World Autism Month. “We believe in empowering each student to reach their full potential in and outside of the classroom,” said Jessica Robbins, a special education teacher at the school. “April’s special events were designed to create a space where their talents and passions could shine. World Autism Month at the Northwest Center for Autism was an unforgettable experience.” Throughout April, the school, which provides academic and therapeutic [...]

Celebrating World Autism Month at the Northwest Center for Autism2023-05-10T15:06:20-04:00

5 Strategies for Supporting Children with Behavioral Challenges During Summer Break

 By Dr. Diane Myers, SVP, Special Education—Behavior at SESI Summer break is a time associated with being carefree, enjoying the sun and some down time, and limited structure. Families of children with behavioral challenges may not experience the same excitement when summer break nears, as removing the structure that comes with a regular school routine can lead to severe disruptions in the home. Here are some tips to help families prepare for and support children during an extended break.  Utilize schedules and calendars to maintain structure  Maximizing structure to the greatest extent [...]

5 Strategies for Supporting Children with Behavioral Challenges During Summer Break2023-05-01T13:06:29-04:00

Jayden’s Story: Back on Track

Jayden walked through the doors of the High Road School of Baltimore County in 2015, in his mother Yolanda’s words, “out of control” with his behavior and nearly non-communicative. After years of hard work and support, the 19-year-old 11th grader has made tremendous progress and is now thriving in the classroom. Destructive Behavior Necessitated a Change The behavior Jayden consistently displayed prior to enrolling at HRS of Baltimore County was a major cause for concern. According to Yolanda, Jayden’s “behavior was out of control, he was non-verbal, and had a lot of behavioral challenges.” Jayden’s behavior warranted constant supervision, which [...]

Jayden’s Story: Back on Track2023-04-21T13:08:42-04:00

Graham Academy Students Publish Book on “What Kindness Means to Us”

Eight students at The Graham Academy, a special education elementary school for students living with autism and students living with behavioral challenges, can now say “I am a published author”. Their writing activity assignments for World Kindness Day in November were collected and published into a professionally bound hardcover book. "What Kindness Means to Us" is now in print. Teacher Michelle Toepfer found the idea for the book publishing program online at Studentreasures Publishing. She sent away for the free kit that included a step-by-step guide to submit the student’s creations. Illustrations accompanied a hand-written sentence from each child on what [...]

Graham Academy Students Publish Book on “What Kindness Means to Us”2023-03-31T14:40:11-04:00

SPOTLIGHT: High Road School of Delaware social worker integral in helping her students achieve academic success

Every day and especially on World Social Work Day (March 21), it's important to highlight the essential role social workers play in promoting the well-being of students and their families. For the past three years Jade Rosenberg, MSS, HSV, a licensed social worker, has worked at the High Road School of Delaware as a full-time, on-site social worker. In this role, she serves some of the most vulnerable students in her community. Rosenberg witnesses the incredible resilience of her students, who face many difficult challenges, including family instability and trauma, which can have a profound impact on their academic performance, [...]

SPOTLIGHT: High Road School of Delaware social worker integral in helping her students achieve academic success2023-04-04T12:23:35-04:00

Cunningham Academy Hosts Diversity and Inclusion Workshops To Empower Students

With the assistance of Executive Director and Founder of Project Inspir8tion, Jocovi Lindsey, Cunningham Academy recently hosted two diversity and inclusion workshops. Guest speakers included Cumberland County prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McCrae, author and humanitarian, Makema Douglas, youth success liaison in the Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office, Adrian McGriff and a police officer from the New Jersey Attorney General's office. Over a dozen students took part in a workshop aimed at empowering them to be respected as well as respect what makes them and others different in terms of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, religion, sexual orientation, education and national origin. “We are [...]

Cunningham Academy Hosts Diversity and Inclusion Workshops To Empower Students2023-03-24T15:35:55-04:00

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