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June 29 - July 5, 2018
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SCHOOL NEWS
Transition To Life Academy Graduates 28
Nearly 100 family members, friends and other supporters showed up for the graduation of 28 Transition to Life Academy students at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center on Friday, June 1.
The Transition to Life Academy in Boynton Beach is the tuition-free public charter school of Gulfstream Goodwill Academies, operated by Gulfstream Goodwill Industries, serving youth 18 to
Goodwill’s Transition to Life Academy Class of 2018 graduated at the Lake Worth Scottish Rite Masonic Center June 1.
21 years old with intellectual disabilities. “Today isn’t just about graduation day, it’s about what you’re going to do next… taking what you’ve learned and putting your full abilities to work for a happy life,” Gulfstream Goodwill Industries President Marvin A. Tanck told the graduates. Tanck has been with the Goodwill family for 44 years and will be retiring at the end of the year. He has seen more than 364 students graduate from the school since its opening in 2004. This is the fifth year that the Scottish Rite has provided space for the school to hold its student graduation ceremony and luncheon. The Scottish Rite also provides space for the school to
hold special events, such as the student Valentine’s Day dance, throughout the year. “We are so very grateful for the relationship our school has with the Scottish Rite,” Director of Charter Schools Cindy Maunder said. “They are super supportive of our students, and we appreciate that so much. Community partnerships like these are very important to our school’s success.” Academy students in training programs receive a daily stipend, and transportation is provided. The school’s mission is to provide the skills necessary for adult life so that each individual will be an independent, self-sufficient and contributing member of the community. Learn more at www. gulfstreamgoodwill.org/charter.
PBC Schools Receive District Sustainability Award
The School District of Palm Beach County was recently announced as the winner of the District Sustainability Award by Magnet Schools of America. The District Sustainability Award is the highest award in the nation for a school district to receive regarding Magnet programs. “Our efforts as educators is to provide the very best for all our students and supporting them in their interests,” said Dr. Peter Licata, the district’s assistant superintendent of choice and innova-
tion. “Our world and workforce is changing, and by providing equity and sustainability in our programs, we set the pathway for all our students to become future leaders.” The award acknowledges a school district that exemplifies equity, excellence and diversity while sustaining magnet programs and schools. “Engage. Educate. Empower. That’s what we are all about, and we are proud of our ability to work diligently as a school district and community to make sure we
provide the necessary pathways for our students to be successful,” said Dr. Jeraline Johnson, the district’s director of choice and career options. “We will continue to strive for excellence, equity and sustainability with all of our choice and career programs.” From the original magnet schools Suncoast High School and Atlantic High School that started in 1989, to the recent K-8/ Dual Language Program at North Grade Elementary School set to open next year, the school district
has offered incredible, sustainable programs for all students. The district has more than 300 choice programs in more than 100 schools. “This Magnet Schools of America award recognizes the outstanding dedication and commitment of the educators in the choice and career academy programs to promote equity, excellence and diversity in their programs as they prepare all students for college and career,” said Sandra Wesson, manager of choice programs for the school district.
ROSARIAN PARTNERS WITH SCIENCE CENTER
The Rosarian Academy Lower School, in concert with the South Florida Science Center & Aquarium, celebrated gains in the fields of science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) with Science Mania Day on Friday, May 18. More than 20 different STEAM activities were set up for kindergarten through fourth-grade students, including interactive experiments supporting the study of earth, life and physical sciences, as well as building and robotics projects. The Rosarian science lab was turned into an airboat simulation ride through the Florida Everglades, and there was a student showcase of science collections, reports and projects.
(Above left) First-graders Megan Stetson and Alexandra Nolff develop logical reasoning skills as they play Circuit Maize and gain an understanding of how circuits and electrical currents work. (Right) Fourth-graders Landon Ferguson, Grace Molina and Trey Wagner explore and make molecules using plastic atom models, then use the molecules to complete guided chemistry tasks.
Courtney Salter and Randi Scheitz join top fundraising students with the LLS donation.
Binks Forest Students Raise $5,590 For LLS
The students of Binks Forest Elementary School have made raising funds for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Palm Beach Chapter “elementary,” as evidenced by this year’s success. The school, which has participated in the society’s fundraising programs since 2011, exceeded its fundraising goal of $5,000 for 2018, raising more than $5,590 through the “Pennies for Patients” campaign. Palm Beach Children’s Hospital at St. Mary’s sponsored the Student Series this year. The Pennies for Patients campaign, a part of the LLS Student Series, organizes and energizes local students to raise funds for blood cancer patients through coin collection, online donations and selling blood drop icons to build
a “wall of hope” at their schools. The Binks Forest students and staff will receive their “Loyal Lincoln” award for supporting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society for five consecutive years. Students who did an exceptional job of fundraising this year were honored during the school’s morning announcements program. Binks Forest has raised and contributed a total of $26,421.21 to LLS over the last seven years. “We are excited and humbled by the efforts of our youth,” LLS Executive Director Pamela Payne said. “The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Palm Beach Chapter is so thankful for the generosity of all the amazing students, teachers and administrators at Binks Forest Elementary.”
TKA Names Jennifer Ceppo To College Counseling Team
The King’s Academy recently announced that Jennifer Ceppo has accepted the position of college counselor at the school. Ceppo is a member of the American School Counselor Association, National Association for College Admission Counseling and North American Coalition for Christian Admissions Professionals. She is regularly a featured speaker in the area of financial aid and scholarships. Ceppo earned her bachelor’s degree in communications and psychology from Palm Beach Atlantic University and her master’s of education degree with high distinction from Liberty University. She previously served as a senior
Jennifer Ceppo admission counselor at PBAU and as a chief academic officer, among other roles.
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