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PATRICIA MITCHELL, PRINCIPAL ∞ VANESSA CHRISTENSEN, ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
WILLIAM WORDSWORTH EDUCATIONAL COMPLEX
“Where Scholars Come To Learn!”
Greetings Parents & Guardians ~
We Need YOU!
A question presented recently was
“Why do we have this achievement
gap?” That is something to ponder.
What can we do as a community to
erase the stigma that shadows us?
As much as it the educator ‘s respon-
sibility to instruct it is your responsi-
bility as well, I cannot stress that
enough. Why not attend a meeting
or workshop and seriously have dia-
log about this. You have a voice and
your presence is greatly needed. It
matters that you remain involved in
your child’s success. Make every day
count!
The 2001 No Child Left Behind act ,
renamed Every Student Succeed Act
by former President Obama still
speaks volumes. I need you to be
involved, encouraged, informed,
motivated every day in every way! A
quality education will prepare your
child to become responsible and en-
gaged citizens ready for life in a
changing world.
PS48Q is the place to be with our
dynamic team of professionals. Our
educational complex prepares your
scholar to be college and career
ready. However, you too can edu-
cate yourself through your children.
As they learn, you learn.
If you feel challenged we are here to
help. It will take determination and
a strong will. Be the opposition, be
the change that you desire to be.
FYI .. Did you know that you have an
opportunity to obtain a G.E.D. and
further educate yourself.
In saying so .. parents/guardians, I
have GOOD NEWS!! I just discov-
ered that the DOE (Department of
Education) has free classes .
Why not take advantage of this and
get into the marketplace of employ-
ment or what ever your career
choice may be. And yes there are
day and evening classes … all you
have to do is show up.
I hope that you will take advantage
and attend a class of your choice. If
you attend any of my workshops I
can provide more information.
Looking forward, March is Women’s
History Month.
Women are acknowledged and rec-
ognized across the region. Perhaps
we can acknowledge some of our
great women here at PS48Q. Wom-
en stand strong and tall and em-
brace one another. Show some love
and celebrate our beloved women.
In closing, extend your heart and
embrace your child everyday. Hap-
py Valentine’s Day!
Mr. W.
From the desk of Mr. W. Article #5
High School Equivalency
ESL
(English as a Second Language)
Microsoft Office Suite
Web Page Design
Microsoft Excel
Basic Education
IC3 Computer Key Applications
PS 48Q PARENT COORDINATOR NEWS LETTER
Facts
Black History Month began as “Negro History Week,” which was created in 1926 by Carter G. Woodson, a noted African American historian, scholar, educator, and publisher. It became a month-long celebration in 1976. The month of February was chosen to coincide with the birthdays of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln.
PS 48Q SCHOLARS LEAD BY EXAMPLE
Our Scholars are ever learning but they are also discovering!!
On February 2nd, Mrs. Cush will be taking the SAVE Leaders,
Pretty Brown Girls and some grade 4 and 5 students to SAM-
SUNG To learn about Virtual Reality a STEAM Trip as well as
developing College and Career Readiness.
Read what
our
Scholars
are
Blogging!!
Healthy living
does come
from soil
Real Veggie Life
By Abigail Shaw
Edited by Mrs. Scott-Channer
Have you ever been a vegan? Being a vegan is a really healthy life. A vegan is a person who does not eat
eggs, milk, and ice cream. This is a little different from a vegetarian, a vegetarian is someone who can eat
eggs, fish, and other dairy products.
Being a Vegan at PS48Q
The food in my school is part meat and vegan parts. We have a salad bar with salad dressing, corn, pickles
and more. Our school serves dumplings, cabbage rolls, rice, apples, beans, and many more foods. There are
also non vegan things on the menu like beef, cheese, chicken sandwiches, and even turkey at times.
Being a vegan is hard for me at school because sometimes or some days there are no vegan options! For
example, today we were served beef and cheese with rice, sun chips, and milk. I gave away the beef and
cheese, and I ate the rice and beans. It would be nice, if there were vegetarian options set aside, so this way
we wouldn’t have to waste the food we don’t eat.
Suggestions
I think our cafeteria can make it better for vegans by offering vegan meals. Also, kids that don’t drink cow
milk should be allowed to get cold water during afterschool. Finally I would like the cafeteria to reopen the
salad bar. Abigail Shaw
What’s Cooking @ PS48?
“Where Scholars Come to Learn”
Recognizing the DREAM
So I visited several classes that were working on their Martin Luther King Day presentations and one
that stood out for me was Ms. Price class K-13. These scholars created puppets out of paper bags
with the image of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. And shared knowledge of his heroic lifestyle.
There was such a buzz around the room about the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. that you would
have thought these scholars were actually reliving that era. Each were sharing what they knew of
him and how they would make a difference in the world. I actually heard a group discussion
amongst three scholars on how they were mortified of his death. How it was unfair and a sad day for
all. Here are some of the highlights that occurred in the classroom.
Ms. Price— What was Dr. Martin Luther King’s mission?
ALL—His mission was to make sure there was peace and freedom for all
Ms. Price—Where did he work?
King Carter—He worked first in a church
Ms. Price—What was his wife’s name?
Ms. Price—When was he assassinated?
Jacob Emonds—He was killed on April 4th and when I read about it I was so sad.
Mr. W.—Can you tell me a little about Rev. Dr. Marting Luther King, Jr.
Jacob Emonds— Yes, he wrote the “Dream” speech and he wanted everyone to be nice.
A Leader
Written by, Josh Fitzgerald Henry—Class 303
Leaders are called to stand in that lonely place
Between the one longer and yet
Intentionally make decisions that will
Blind, forge move and create history
We are not called to be popular,
We are not called to be safe,
We are called to follow,
We are the one called to take risks
We are the ones called to change attitudes
To risks displeasures
WAKE UP TO MORNING WELLNESS AND EMPOWERMENT
@ PS 48Q
Monday, January 22, 2018
Mr. Amiel Carty GWN Securities Ms. Jacqueline Alston=-Gordon
Dr. Minnette Francis-Haydem
Guest Presenters
Mr. Colquhoun & Family
Winners of $100.00 Gift Certificate
from LINCNYC
Kamar Edwards — February 1st Ochoca Rick Ale Rodas—February 13th
Maya Kimora Fuller—February 1st Nuru Umdali Bomani—February 14th
Josh Fitzgeral Henry—February 1st Makayla Cunningham—February 14th
Selane Erne Campbell—February 2nd Angelo Deaquan—February 14th
Trinity Clements—February 2nd Samira Janna Wanonna—February 16th
Cordell Cody– February 2nd Cyanna Imani Johnson—February 17th
Calvin Johnathan Cody—February 2nd Afridi John—February 18th
Corey Cody—February 2nd Theodore Dilmohamed—February 19th
Edrees Pohmal— February 3rd Dylan Ramjattan– February 20th
Kameron Russell– February 3rd Jaden Elias Pagan—February 20th
Alicia Gooding—February 3rd Mishone Wilson—February 21st
Eden Denson Saphyr—February 3rd Keyshawn Profitt—February 21st
Madison Whitfield—February 5th Villator Roldan—February 22nd
Mark Goodman—February 5th Latanya Williams—February 23rd
Mark Anthony Brooks—February 7th Jordan Waugh– February 23rd
Marc Anthony Stephens, Jr.—February 7th Sarah Rosario—February 24th
Mariam Bah—February—February 7th Daniel Francis—February 24th
Jayda Alicia Jenkins—February 10th Mahreen Rahman—February 26th
Antania Eastman– February 10th Saniah Mariah Jones—February 28th
Christian Tyrel Cody—February 10th Jeremiah Marvi Jones—February 28th
Kevon Daniel Profitt—February 11th
Sakib Anwar Fahim—February 11th
Tuwan Assan Williams—February 13th
FEBRUARY 2018
VALENTINE’S DANCE
Sponsored by the PTA Committee
Friday, February 9th—6:00 P.M.—8:30 P.M.
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PTA Meeting
Wednesday, February 14th @ 5:30 PM
Thursday, February 15th @ 8:30 AM
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S.A.V.E. Leaders Bake Sale
February 12th, 13, 14th
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February 15th
“Shop talk”
Bowling Night
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Mid Winter School Recess begins February 16th— 23rd
Tuesday, February 27th—Wellness Workshop 8:30 AM
SAVE THE DATE
Saturday, March 24th
“Building the Inner Child”
March 30th
COMMUNITY LIBRARIES
Central Library 89-11 Merrick Boulevard, Jamaica, NY
Baisley Park Library 117-11 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY
After School Tutorial Program
Ages 6 - 10
122-20 Merrill Street
(Off Basiley and Merrick Boulevards)
Emphasis on Reading & Math
REMBRANT AND PICASO
Swastik Nag & Mahreen Rahman
PS4
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Congratulations Class 191!!
1-191 has 3 of 6 scholars among the top 100 MyOn Readers!!!!
MS. J. BARRY’S
FUTURE ISAAC NEWTON’S
PS48 Black History Celebration
Thursday, February 15, 2018
The Harlem Renaissance
“Reflection and RebiRth”