UAI Parent Newsletter

UAI Parent Newsletter

Volume 1

Issue 1

April 1st, 2014

Principals' Address

From the Desks of Ms. Kelly & Ms. Kiri

Happy Spring!  It’s been busy at UAI!  February ended with a fantastic celebration in honor of Black History Month. Our writing contest winners read their pieces and we had student performances. Additionally, we had a door-decorating contest that got all of the Advisories involved in celebrating African-American mathematicians, scientists, actors, singers, and civil rights leaders. Both events were successful and we are super- excited for March’s Women’s History month celebration and April’s poetry slam.

Thanks to all of the families that participated in this month’s PTA potluck- it was a lot of fun. We had a great turn-out and were able to honor our girls for their grades, attendance, and growth over the school year. Congratulations to all of the girls and their families that received awards! We look forward to doing this again!

Finally, testing season is approaching! The Middle School students will take their State exams in April and May. High School students will be taking the Regents in June. To help your daughter best prepare for these exams, please make sure that she gets a night’s sleep before the exam and send her off in the morning with a good breakfast!

Thanks so much for your support and enjoy the weather as it warms up!

UAI TEACHERS RAISING THE BAR:

Math Team

Our math teachers organized a day of fun activities, on 14 March, for the girls to celebrate Pi.

6^th/8^th Grade Team

On 19 March, 75 students along with a team of teachers watched a Brooklyn Nets game. 12 of our students went on the floor to welcome the Nets players to the court at halftime.

Ms Cindy/Ms Joanna

Their advisory won the middle school Black History Month door contest.

Ms Sarah

Her advisory won the high school Black History Month door contest.

Ms Colleen

Received a grant for our students to receive a free donation of books.  Students were able to select books for their home libraries.

Mr Ruben

He is currently preparing our girls for the world of work. Many high school students are in the process of interviewing for Carrera summer paid internships.

Mr Demetris

Our middle and high school students are participating in biweekly career and college exposure trips organized through his job club class. 

Ms Marianna

Is partnering with the NYU theater department to explore the various genres within theater. NYU students come in to the classroom each week and work with our students.

SPRING REMINDERS:

As we head into the warm weather, please help your daughter be mindful of UAI’s dress code policy. As a reminder, the school’s dress code is as followed: All shorts/skirts must reach the knee, no spaghetti straps, no bare midriffs or shear items, and no hats /scarfs (unless for religious purposes). Students out of dress code will be told to change prior to entering classes.

All electronics need to be off and away during the course of the school day. Parent/Guardian will be expected to pick-up confiscated electronics after a students second offense. If for any reason you need to reach your daughter during the day, please call the schools main office for assistance.

IMPORTANT DATES:

April 1                        Grades 6^th thru 8 NYS ELA Exam

April 2                        Grades 6^th thru 8 NYS ELA Exam

April 3                        Grades 6^th thru 8 NYS ELA Exam

April 3                        10^th Grade Builds Community and Conflict Resolution Skills Trip to Wagon Road

April 7                        Full staff PD students will be released at 2:40pm

April 14 -22   Spring recess school closed (students return Wednesday 4/23/14)

April 11          Deadline to submit PARENT SURVEYS

April 11          Teenage Horror Story (see below for more details)

April 11          Operation Prom Giveaway 12^th grade (students must register in advance) Please see Ms Doris or Ms Carol

April 28          Full staff PD students will be released at 2:40pm

April 30          PTA meeting 6:00pm (cafeteria)

April 30 thru May 2^nd   Grades 6^th thru 8  NYS Math Exam

Teenage Horror Story:

On Friday, April 11, Mr Ruben and the job club girls will be premiering their movie, A Teenage Horror Story.

                           At the High School for Young woman a dark and troubled past has given birth to a mysterious character that seeks revenge on all bullies. Sydney and Drew Roberts are sisters and the most popular girls in the school but all goes wrong when their friends mysteriously begin to disappear. Will they meet the same fate? Or can they unravel the mystery behind this Teenage Horror Story?

Tickets are on sale from Mr Ruben or Mr Chris.  Staff and Adults are $5 and student tickets are $3. The movie is premiering at the NYU Poly auditorium.

MARCH STUDENT OF THE MONTH:

Congratulations to...

6^th  Jaylyn Needham

7^th  Mia Green

8^th Mona Naser

9^th Dymon Guthrie

10^th Anisa Saigo

11^th Rashida Goodridge

12^th Tara Alexander