Why education? There’s nothing you can do without an academic track. Every child deserves the best education possible. As a parent and educator, I saw firsthand the gaps in education both from public and private sectors. At that point, I knew I wanted to make a difference. I knew that I COULD make a difference.

Why a Charter School? Charter Schools have been my foundation, my start, my opportunity to spread my passion for teaching. My Charter School background comes from a part time teaching assistant position while attending college to landing a full time role as an English teacher upon graduation. During my charter school journey, I received my Master’s degree in Urban Teaching & Special Education.

Why Young Scholars? Young Scholars gave me the opportunity to share my knowledge, passion, and energy for our urban youth. Young scholars has allowed me room for growth, learning opportunities, and new challenges that will only enhance my glows and strengthen my grows.

I will use my why to extend what I know to scholars, to remember and infuse my purpose and to reach the goal of making every school year the best academically and socially sound for all scholars.

What will this look like?

• Reading Extension occurs for 1 90 minute block each week for all students

• Students will be in stations for working at their instructional level, in the zone of proximal development!

  • 5-10 minute DO NOW and review of homeroom goals

  • 20-30 minutes of research-based online intervention: iReady, Study Island,IXL, or Wilson Reading System*

  • 10-15 minutes of fluency practice or small group instruction

  • 10-15 minutes of writing or small group instruction

  • 10-15 minutes to close the lesson, self-assess and track progress

We commit to raising student growth by targeting students at their instructional level through small group instruction and computer-based programming. Students will set goals and track their progress while developing an understanding of their own learning. We will collaborate as grade teams to analyze data to support students in reaching their goals. We will partner with families to make a plan to support student growth in all aspects of learning.