 In science class this year, the 8th graders worked with Matrix Theatre Company to learn about the history of Detroit and our effects on the world's water supply. Please click here for additional information and pictures.
Add Comment  Hope of Detroit Academy in conjunction with the Livernois Post Office – our school collected canned items for its annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive. Mr. Chavez's second grade homeroom collected the most canned food. His class wins a PIZZA party. On Saturday, May 12, 2012, Campbell Soup Company will team up with the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) to collect food donations in order to provide assistance to the millions of Americans who are struggling with hunger each and every day.  Hope of Detroit Academy participated in the 48th annual Cinco De Mayo parade in Southwest Detroit on Sunday, May 6, 2012. The parade began at W. Vernor Str. and Dix Highway at Patton Park and ended at W. Vernor Highway and Scotten Str. Students, parents and staff came bright and early on Sunday to participate in the Cinco de Mayo parade. Cinco de Mayo is observed in the United States as a celebration of Hispanic heritage and celebrated in Mexico to commemorate victory of the town of Puebla against the French forces.                      The 2nd annual Leona Group Spelling Bee was held on Friday, April 20th. Our four finalists that went to the competition were: an 8th grade representative, 7th grade representative, 6th grade representative and 5th grade representative. They all performed well and we had at least one finalist who made it to the 5th round. J. Rios came in 4th place overall and received a gift card for Barnes and Knobles. Each May, millions of school children all over the globe will exercise simultaneously in a symbolic gesture of fitness and unity. This non-competitive program has proven to be educational, motivational and fun. Starting its 23rd year worldwide, ACES has reached millions of children, parents, and teachers including participants from more than 50 countries.                                           Rep. Rashida Talib visited Hope of Detroit during the month March for Reading Month. She came in to read to the second graders about the history of the Michigan tree. The students were very happy to hear the story. Mrs. Talib answered questions after she was finished. Rep. Talib has read to the students for two years in a row. Hope of Detroit Academy supports Reading Month and appreciates anyone that volunteers their time to read and give back to our students.        What is C’motion? C'motion is an interactive gaming that meets exercise in this music driven exergaming experience that keeps people in motion. Physical Benefits * Excellent cardiovascular workout * Good weight bearing activity for osteoporosis * Tones upper/lower torso* Incorporates rhythm work and movement Cognitive Benefits * Stimulates left and right brain activity * Improves sequential thought process* Develop tracking skills that can help improve reading and math scores General Good Stuff * Great lifetime activity* Enjoyable for all ages and backgrounds * Enables all participants to achieve success * Provides positive feedback for students with school-friendly software             Last Thursday and Friday afternoon was our first student Art show outside of Hope. Talented artists from grades K through 8 were selected to participate in the show. Student art work was hung at the Funhouse Gallery, located inside the Russell Industrial Center here in Detroit. Students came out to enjoy viewing their artwork in a professional setting. I conducted a gallery walk, where students voted on their favorite art piece. The votes were counted and the winner was 8th grader, Chardae Woodfork. The talented student received the gift of a canvas with paints to continue her amazing work. On Friday students were also given a tour of a working artist's studio inside the building. Students enjoyed Art, music, and snacks while we were at the show. The artists had a great time seeing all of their hard work hung up at the gallery, the show was a success!                  | ArchivesMay 2012 Categories |
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