W.A.K.E.U.P ppt
- 1. The Best Way to Make Your Dreams Come True is to Wake Up W.A.K.E. U.P Wisdom and Achievement through Kinship and Education for Unlimited Possibilities
- 2. MS 129- Academy for Independent Learning and Leaders. Bronx, New York 10460 Principal Raymond Granda 1. Total population: 551 total students males/females 53%/47% 2. Race/ethnicity percentages of students: 63% Hispanic, 33% Black, 1% White 3. Percentage of Title I students (economically disadvantaged) 82% 4. 29% Students with Disabilities 5. 20% English Language Learners 6. Overage students: 10%, 60 students The School
- 3. 1. Race/ethnicity percentages of school faculty and staff: a. Total: 75 staff members i. 20% Hispanic, 40% Black, 22% White, 18% Asian 1. Advanced degree data: 97% Valid Teaching Certificate 1. Experience data & staff turnover rate: 12% Teacher Turnover Staff Information
- 4. 57,311 residents 4,610 husband- wife families- 23.6% 7,460 female householders, no husband present- 38.2% $34,517 mean average household family income- According to the 2015 Federal Poverty Guidelines, Unless these families have 7 or more household members, than they are considered below the poverty line. 11.4% unemployment rate (National Unemployment 5.5%) The Community
- 7. Astor Services for Children & Families Learning through an Expanded Arts Program (LeAP) Project BOOST (Building Options and Opportunities for Students) Department of Homeless Services Administration for Children Services Community Based Organizations
- 8. NYC Dropout Rate: Females 8.6%, Male 10.7% Bronx Dropout Rate: Females 12.8 %, Male 15.3% District 12 Dropout Rate: Females 12.8%, Male 14.2 % High number of single females and father absenteeism High crime rate Most residents/ families live below the poverty level Community Issues
- 9. Higher rates of post-secondary degrees Variety of CBOs that address all students needs Needs of the Community
- 10. Strengths of the Community High number of family vs. non-family households Located near varied modes of transportation.
- 11. Issues: young minority boys who are struggling in school. The school also has a high rate for over-aged male students. Needs: reconnect minority boys to education Strengths : Resilient male teachers, consistent school schedule, flexible administration Schools Issues
- 12. Building the School-Community Bridge WAKE UP
- 13. Target student population 12-16 year-old minority boys who struggle from low self-efficacy due to the constant failure they experience in school. W. A. K. E. U. P. Wisdom and Achievement through Kinship and Education for Unlimited Possibilities
- 14. Our vision is to develop, expose, and provide male students with a positive and genuine connection with academics, by introducing them to supportive and encouraging role models. Vision
- 15. 1. To develop a positive connection with academics by building each student’s academic foundation and confidence. 2. To expose students to positive male role models that can help guide students to a more productive and successful future. 3. To provide an authentic outlet for male students to discuss a wide range of issues that they consider to be important to them. Mission
- 16. Big Brother, Big Sisters: Big Brothers will be paired with each young male in the program. The Big Brothers are required to meet a minimum of 2 hours per week with the child. This time may be spent whenever the two are available. Weekend time is encouraged. Hopefully in the future, the boys will apply to volunteer to become a Big Brother and give back to their community. Involved CBO’s
- 17. Boy Scouts of America: This CBO will provide the young males to spend quality time with family male figures and out Scout leaders. Students will enjoy in classroom and out of classroom life skill experiences. Trips will be scheduled during the Fall and Spring time. CBO’s
- 18. The Black Man Can Organization: This recently new organization has a goal to “actively promote a positive black male image.” Since most of our young males are males of color, this organization will provide monthly motivational speakers to come an address the students on a wide range of topics related to W.A.K.E.U.P.s core values. CBO’s
- 19. Alley Pond Park: This program provides support for team-building activities. Students will attend this trip in the fall, evaluate their teamwork process throughout the year, and in the spring, return with a data-driven plan to succeed in all obstacles presented in the courses. CBO’s
- 20. WAKE UP will meet three days a week after school, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. (Mondays and Fridays are precarious because most students on these days are eager to leave school.) Time: After school, from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm. 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm: Snack and open discussion (Restorative practices) 3:00 pm to 3:45 pm: Reading 101, Math 101, or Visual Arts (students will rotate to this classes once a week) Reading 101- Focuses on phonics/spelling, reading, handwriting, and typing. Math 101- Focuses on basic math used in everyday life used to perform life skills. Visual Arts- Focuses on photography, video editing, and broadcasting. WAKE UP Schedule
- 21. 3:45 pm to 4:30 pm: Character building with mentors or welcoming guest speakers/potential mentors. WAKE UP Schedule
- 22. Teachers = $24,000 Snacks = $3,600 Materials = $5,000 Transportation = NYC DOE covered. Budget
- 23. Communicating to the stakeholders Branding and Advertising
- 24. These select individuals will be in charge of hosting events and tours throughout the course of the program to provide a realistic glimpse of our programs core values in action. Program Ambassadors
- 25. 7th graders and newly admitted 8th graders will tour a variety of high schools that have programs catered towards their educational or vocational interests. Students will play a large role in selecting the high school that is right from them alongside the guidance and support of all of their mentors. All mentors are required to provide their selected students with recommendations for both high school and college applications. High School Visits
- 26. Host a “Parent Night” where the high school students teach the parents of the middle school students how to play instruments, while they demonstrate how worthwhile it is to be in the high school program. Once the parents have participated, give each parent a certificate making them an “Honorary Band Member.” Parent Nights
- 27. Host an “Informational Parent Night” for the middle school parents; high school parents have their own, distinctive perspective from that of the director(s). Directors will naturally encourage students to continue to participate in the program, but high school parents can provide unique insights for prospective incoming parents. Parents Night
- 28. Teachers must be volunteers and believe in the task at hand. Each teacher will be appointed to a grade level in which they feel most comfortable. Literacy and mathematics will be targeted at the remedial level to rebuild the foundation of academic achievement. Staff Recruitment
- 29. Students will be chosen based on their academic and social needs. Students are chosen according to the school data produced identifying their over-age eligibility. Student Recruitment
- 30. Father- son Time (Brunches/ Lunches/ Dinners/ Retreats) Home Visits (by mentors and big brothers) Interactive kiosk Center- This interactive center will be the Hub for all updates and information regarding the program. It will be projected through an interactive Smart TV that will be placed at the entrance of the school building. It will allow for students, teachers, and parents, to become aware and knowledgeable of the program events and goals. It will also provide information about the programs partnerships, schedule of classes and events, and most definitely student newscast clips on showcasing their daily encounters, strides, and achievements. RoboCalls: these calls will provide parents with immediate and up to date information regarding events and activities occurring on a daily basis. Parent Coordinator Monthly email updates Family Outreach
- 31. Culminating Activity Assessment of Development
- 32. Students involved in Wake Up, will write and produce a series of bi-weekly news cast centered around their lives and their community. Each student will contribute in different capacities, from writing, reporting, editing, video recording, and sound. Each role will be alternated amongst the students. WKUP News