NEW IDEAS

Today was a very interesting day. Not knowing what was going on today about the trip (if we were going or not) i have to say i felt proud of my kids. Though not much details were given to my kids the still were able to understand the situation and adjust to make their day fun. Much shout outs to the 7th and 8th grade group, TOP DOLLAR TEENS, for their understanding and their showing us the ability to take action. Also, my SYEPs, they were a big help in this regard in keeping the kids enganged and having fun.

Got a neew idea for our lessons with the kids, instead of confining them to a classroom, were gonna take them outside to Crotona Park, have our lessons there and also a picnic just to get them out the classroom and in a new learning environment. The kids seem to LOVE this idea and are hoping it happens soon. But all and all, today was great, KEEP UP THE GOODWORK BEACON 219.

This is a pic of my kids at the zoo, i jus now learned how to put pics up!

Good Friday

hello guys! guess what? My day was great. starting from wellness. At first i didnt know how to start off the morning routine but when pete played the song pon de floor i quickly got into my zone..lol i actually imgaine myself as a drum major marching down the avenue with my band. the kids was really into it as well, espeically the elemantary group. middle school needs to pick it up alil more.

Another thing i will like to add is that we should not repeat the same game everyother. today the activate for wellness wasn't well stucture. Groups are still leaving early from wellness (Oshane Group). We spoke about it and agree it won't happen again.

After wellness Kiki and I decided to give our group "Fly Young Communicators" a lil party. I really enjoy every moment with my kids. each day I learn something from them and always have fun.

During my lunch break i stayed in the office and browse the internet while i conversation with vanessa , toya & reggie, and you know i like to say really miss those days when we all use to go to FDR park and had BBQ and played card games. basically good times. also going on retreats, having movie day, going out to eat ........#Memories i love you guys :)

After lunch my day went straight pass me lol...other than that PEACE LOVE & SOULLLLL

P.S eve & paris i love having our morning talks...Family!

FUN FRIDAY!!!

To be honest today was actually really really good as a Fun Friday day, and in my opinion, it was better than the other Wet Fun Friday's we've had so far. I think the difference is that all the kids actually got to do what they wanted to do even if it was just having one room for board games and card playing and the gym for free play. In the beginning of the gym time, Moussa and Pete (and Andrew as well) worked really hard doing a TON of organized games with the kids to keep them engaged. Although after a while the kids started to get tired and bored, Moussa, Pete and Andrew still allowed them to have their time playing all the games they wanted to play which I think is very important (having the kids feel as if their "wants" are being met as well as their "needs").



I do want to touch base on exactly what is expected of us for Fun Friday because I would like to admit that it is a bit of confusion every friday. Are there lessons to be done in the room, still? I got the impression that Fun Friday was the one day out the week where the kid's day doesn't look so planned or structured for them (even though it really is). I know at one point we discussed having each room transformed into a different activity room where the kids can choose where they would like to go and have the freedom to move about as they please. I feel like every single day is planned for them and they never really get to do what they want to do, even in the gym. Yes they get free time for the remaining 30 minutes, but thats all. Fun Friday, in my opinion, is supposed to be their Freedom day. A computer room, an arts and craft room (not just drawing, but crochet/knitting/decorating hats/tie dye T-shirts/etc...) a movie room, a game room, and the gym).

Regardless, I think these kids have an awesome time even in the classroom doing lessons and activties, which convinces me that we are doing a GREAT job engaging these participants as well as excercising their noggin's.

( :-) you're on candid camera)

HMMMM?

Hey Beacon family. Today was one of my best day in summer camp. I really enjoy myself walking and touring the students though the exhibits. one of my favorite exhibits was the african kingdom because my lil campers were really excited to look at the animals. Seeing my students happy all day and smiling all day I know i'm doing the right thing....lol

My summer working also improve; Actually interact with the students. I was really proud of that. Another thing I will like to add is that my summer workers also did a good job crossing the students across the street. A couple of mess ups but that can be worked on. Other than that....................................................HAVE A NICE DAY :)


P.S MIDDLE SCHOOL STAFF ...... ANY IDEA FOR AN END OF THE SUMMER TRIP PLEASE POST IT THANKS!!

WOW, HAD A LOT OF FUN!!!!

Today, after going to the Bronx Zoo, a new light has shined on my kidz and myself. We had a lot of fun walking around and seeing the different animals. Memories were made, fears were faced and we got even further in the development of our theme, WE SEE PROBLEMS TOO. My kids were looking at the different animals and performed a three step process.

STEP 1: Look at the animals.

STEP 2: Stereotype them, what was the first thing you thought about the animals.

STEP 3: Look at the facts about the animal.

After this my kids began to really understand our final project on stereotypes. We had fun and took a lot of pics too. I have to give a shout out to my kids, TOP DOLLA TEENS, for their exceptional job and also my SYEPs, they all did they thing, from crossing to keeping the kids engaged, big props to them. All and all today was a good day and I hope to have more.

One other thing, if any staff have any ideas for an end of the year trip for middle school please talk to Vanessa ASAP.

WoW U GUYS ROCK!!!

Great Day @ the Zoo!!!!



I want to take this time to say YOU GUYS ROCK!!!!! Everyone was very engaged with their children. My first time this summer Exploring a trip with you guys and I am very impressed.

On Monday Please Remember to express this to your SYEP, many of them have come on board as part of the Team. We must show them how much we appreciate them " A WORD GOES A LONG WAY"


Thank you guys Again for a JOB WELL WELL DONE!!!!!

:-)

Week 3!


First I want to apologize for this miscommunication around supplies needed for your PowerPoint lesson. It is my understanding that at least one Laptop had that program on it. I have emailed Dennis and cc' you Paris in the email, with the request for the programs to be installed.

Eve,It was also my understanding that although Senior staff my be out it should never interfere with the Daily scheduled plans.

Tomorrow we will have our Weekly Staff meetings and all of your concerns will be addressed.

with only one intention, that is to improve.

On a Much stronger Note please continue to do the Great things that you do. you guys have taken my expectation to high levels and I'm very pleased, The faces on our children's faces are proof step back and take a look! :-)

SEE YOU GUYS TOMORROW!