Rapids Report for September 3rd

RAPIDS REPORT

This week at STrEaM Academy

For the Week of September 3rd, 2018

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Monday:                NO SCHOOL: LABOR DAY

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Labor_Day

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Tuesday:               “A” DAY SCHEDULE.  P. 1-3 and Elective (7)

Lunch 11:15-11:45

Dismissal 3:00

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Wednesday:      Projects Day. “I AM” PROJECTS

Lunch  11:30, Dismissal  12:00  EARLY RELEASE WEDNESDAY

After School Clubs:

Theatre:   Room 10  12:00-1:30

Jiu-Jitsu:  Room 6   12:00- 1:30

Choir:       Room 1    12:00-1:30

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Thursday:             “B” DAY SCHEDULE. P. 4-6 and Advisory (8)

Lunch 11:15-11:45

Dismissal 3:00

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Friday:                    ARCTIC VALLEY TREK!!

School starts 8:00 AM- Advisory

BUSSES LEAVE 9:00 AM

BUSSES RETURN 1:30 PM

Dismissal 3:00 PM

DRESS FOR HIKING AND COLD OR WET WEATHER: HIKING BOOTS/SHOES, RAIN COATS, WARM CLOTHING, BACKPACK.

SACK LUNCH AND FULL WATER BOTTLE.

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NEXT WEEK: MAP TESTING TUESDAY AND THURSDAY FOR English-Language Arts

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AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS

Theater Club with Brian Hutton:

Wednesdays 12:00 - 1:30, begins 9/5

Minimum 10 students, $100 per quarter

Battle of the Books/Library Club with Ms. Twiford:

Thursdays  3:15 - 4:15, begins 9/13

Robotics Club with Ms. Draeger:

Tuesdays 3:00 - 4:30, begins 9/11

Table Top Game Club with Mr. Bierer: 

Fridays 3:15 - 4:15 begins 9/14

Choir Club with Mrs. Snider:

Wednesdays  12:00 - 1:30, begins 9/5

Jiu-jitsu Club with Dan Strickland:

 Wednesdays 12:00 - 1:00, begins 9/5

            Minimum 10 students, $10 per session

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Interested in project-based, experiential and STEM education in small classes with a dynamic and caring teaching staff?

#EXPLORERSWANTED

STrEaM Academy is currently accepting up to 10 new students grades 6, 7 & 8.

Curriculum includes: outdoor and adventure PE, monthly field trips; robotics, coding and rocketry; arts, dance, music and Spanish; math through Algebra 2; integration of core subjects through real-world projects.

Call 742-9000 for an appointment and tour with Principal Mokelke. Join the greatest school on earth today!

“Anchorage STrEaM Academy empowers middle school students to be involved learners, critical thinkers, and engaged citizens inspired by the natural world”

Accident Friday- traffic awareness

August 25th, 2018

Dear parents and guardians,

This Friday after student dismissal I was alerted by a parent that a young person had been hit by a vehicle in the crosswalk of East 32nd Avenue, directly across Muldoon from our parking lot. When I arrived on the scene I found the victim conscious with several bystanders assisting her, and determined immediately that she was not one of our students. Mr. Kluever, Mr. Beirer and I provided support and stayed with her until APD arrived and took over the scene. She was stable and alert, if in pain and afraid, when we left her in their care.

This brings to the forefront that our students frequently cross Muldoon and side streets walking to and from school. With 150 students, traffic has increased in our lot and we are responding by adding safety cones, more staff presence, and directing traffic one way around the loop and out the back exit (see attached map).

Please stress and emphasize safety with your children when walking, crossing streets and intersections, and in parking lots where most accidents happen. The thought of one of our students getting hit by a vehicle or otherwise injured worries me deeply, as student safety is our highest priority and greatest responsibility. Let's talk with our children and work to keep everyone safe and aware.

If you have questions or concerns do not hesitate to contact me.

Adam Mokelke, Principal

(907) 742-9000 school

(907) 360-1059 cell

mokelke_adam@asdk12.org

Rapids Report for August 27th

RAPIDS REPORT

This week at STrEaM Academy

For the Week of AUGUST 27th, 2018

STREAM IS SEEKING A FEW MORE STUDENTS!

REFER A STUDENT WHO ENROLLS AND WIN A STREAM HOODIE!

Parents, traffic is busier this year! Please pull forward as far as possible to pick up
or drop off students.

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8/27 Monday:    Full day, Periods 1-7

Periods 1-7 Permission slips due for Arctic Valley TREK 9/7

Lunch 11:45-12:15

Dismissal 3:00

Staff Meeting 3:15

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8/28 Tuesday:      “A” Day,  P. 1-3 and Elective

Lunch 11:15-11:45

Dismissal 3:00

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8/29 Early Release Wednesday:   Projects Day

“I am” School-Wide Project Launch

Assembly  11:00

Lunch 11:30

Dismissal 12:00

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8/30 Thursday:      “B” Day,  P. 4-6 and Advisory

Lunch 11:15-11:45

Dismissal 3:00

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8/31 Friday:     Full day,  Periods 1-7

Periods 1-7

Lunch 11:45-12:15

Dismissal 3:00

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NEXT WEEK:

NO SCHOOL MONDAY 9/3 FOR LABOR DAY!!

ARCTIC VALLEY TREK FRIDAY 9/7

Devices are off and away during the day

Quiet in the halls and lobby
Dress for outdoor weather!  

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August 20th

RAPIDS REPORT

This week at STrEaM Academy

For the Week of AUGUST 20th, 2018

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8/20 Monday:    FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL!

• SCHOOL STARTS 8:00 
• ASSEMBLY 8:00: Auditorium
• ADVISORY & STEM CHALLENGE 9:00
• LUNCH 11:00-11:30
• MINI-PERIODS 1-7 (30 MIN. EACH)
• Dismissal 3:00

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8/21  Tuesday:      “A” DAY SCHEDULE.  P. 1-3 and Elective

• Lunch 11:15-11:45
• Dismissal 3:00 

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8/22 Early Release Wednesday:

• OUTDOOR EDUCATION DAY
• Lunch  11:30
• Dismissal  12:00

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8/23 Thursday:      “B” DAY SCHEDULE. P. 4-6 and Advisory

• Lunch 11:15-11:45
• Dismissal 3:00 

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8/24 Friday:     Full day- Periods 1-7

• Lunch 11:45-12:15
• Dismissal 3:00 

Rapids Report for 8-14-18

RAPIDS REPORT FOR 8-14-18    BACK TO SCHOOL!

Dear STrEaM students, friends and families,

This week teachers came back to work two days ahead of the rest of ASD to spend three intensive days on Project-Based Learning. We are excited to start off our third year doing awesome things in education!
Here are a few upcoming events and items: 

Back to School Night

This Thursday, 8/16/18, we have an informational Back to School night in the auditorium 4:00 to 6:00 PM. 

Registration:

Both new and returning students must be registered by 8/24. Please log on to the ASD website and use Parent Connect to register. Call Ms. Sandy at 742-9000 for assistance. 

We have a few open seats at each grade level. Call for more information!

First Day of School!

Monday, August 20th is the first day of school! School starts at 8:00 AM. Students will receive schedules when they arrive. We will begin with an assembly in the auditorium, an engineering challenge and barbecue lunch.  After lunch students will visit each of their 7 classes for introductory information. 

Schedule: 

Monday and Friday: 8 AM to 3 PM, periods 1-7. Period 7 is elective.
Tuesday: 8 AM to 3 PM, block schedule "A" day, periods 1-3 and elective. 
Thursday: 8 AM to 3 PM, block schedule "B" day, periods 4-6 and Advisory (8). 
Wednesday: 8 AM to 12 PM Projects, STEM and Experiential learning. EARLY RELEASE DAY.

After School Clubs:

Robotics: Tuesday 3:00-4:30 PM 

Choir: Wednesday 12:00-1:30 PM

Jiu-Jitsu: Wednesday 12:00-1:30, minimum 10 students, $10 per session

Theatre: Wednesday 12:00-1:30, $100 per student per quarter

Supplies:

We ask only for basic school supplies including:

• 1 each: Binder, 1.5 or 2 inch
• 1 package of 8 dividers
• 1 each 2-pocket folder with holes punched
• Black or blue pens
• #2 pencils (donated extras appreciated)
• 1 package loose leaf paper
• re-useable water bottle (with name on it!)
• Students must have appropriate clothing and footwear for daily outdoor activity!

Volunteers:

Support needed for lunch supervision, lobby supervision before and after school, and study hall or student activities on Wednesdays after 12:00. Please contact Ms. Sandy or Mr. Mokelke to volunteer your time.

Welcome new staff!

Welcome to the following new staff at STrEaM:

Emily Smith, Language Arts

Howard Mozen, PE and SPED

Lilly Goodman-Allwright, Science

Stephanie Gabel, long term sub for Social Studies

Let's make it a great school year!