The STEM Weekly Stream
STEM Academy Family Newsletter
WEEK OF FEBRUARY 12
This Week
UPDATING CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone Numbers, Addresses, Emergency Contacts and Email Addresses
It is critical that our Office have the most up to date contact information for you and your Student, and we are only aware of changes if we are notified. If any of the below information has changed since your Student enrolled at STEM, please reach out to Ms. Jones (yjones@chesteruplandsd.org) and Ms. Dixon (ldixon@chesteruplandsd.org) as soon as possible.
Phone Number
Address
Email Address
Emergency Contacts
FAMILY SURVEY
School Improvement Process
As part of our School Improvement Process, we attempt to collect feedback from Families as much as possible. Each year around this time, we begin planning for the next school year. As part of that process, it is important to include the perspective of our Families. Please take some time this week to complete the survey link below. It should take no more than 15 minutes. Thank you!
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Hi-Q
The Chester STEM Hi-Q season concluded on Wednesday, February 7 when we hosted Interboro and Valley Forge Military Academy for the final match. The game was close throughout and we entered the final round with a chance for the win. Although we fell short, it was the best performance of the season and included some major highlights. Congratulations to Coach Schoppet and the whole Team!
First, before the competition began, STEM Senior Khaleedah Ahmad was presented with a $3,000 scholarship from Franklin Mint Credit Union, the Delco Hi-Q sponsor.
Another STEM Senior, Nyree Hamilton, led the team to a near-victory. Nyree has been named to the prestigious All-Delco Hi-Q Team.
Annual Student Showcase
The 6th Annual Showcasing Our Roots will take place on the evening of Thursday, February 22. We will be treated to student musical performances, and artwork will be on display as well. Students who earned Quarter 2 Honor Roll and Perfect Attendance will also be recognized.
The event is open to all families. Those with Students who are performing or being recognized will receive special invitations later this week. We hope to see you all there!
Honor Roll
Congratulations to the following Students for earning their place on the Quarter 2 Honor Roll.
Distinguished Honors (Straight A's)
8th Grade: Kali Byrd, Princess Jones
9th Grade: Jahlil Carter, Wendy Gomez, Balqees Shah
10th Grade: Keenan Aranda, Keylean Baez-Muniz, La'Niyah Butler, Yuriza Coronado, Sanaa Davis, Zahmiah Day, Emmanuel Duncan, Joseph Franklin, Zarak Khan, Israel Lewis, Ike Nwadiora, Stephen Swen, Alonzo Taylor
11th Grade: Tanyia Alexander, Nicole Blake, Jasmine Fitzgerald, Dayanara Martinez, Armand Phillips, Anaijah Reed, Dallas Thompson
12th Grade: Khaleedah Ahmad, Michel Badou, Ja'Zira Boyer, Nyree Hamilton, Tiara Lawler, Dagoberto Miranda, A'Lasia Mosley, Aser Ossel
Honor Roll (All B's and Higher)
8th Grade: Ayesha Khan, Saaniya Madison, Christopher Miranda
9th Grade: Rihanna Caraballo, Timothy Ferguson, Ciani Fournier, Joseph Pollard, Mike Sapatanga, Sanaa Smith
10th Grade: Sakya Barksdale, Jayon Burton, Zay'Yonna Clark, Rihanna Estrada, Alianya Franklin, Shadrach George, Nyrell Hackett-Pray, Kamarrah Hall, Davon Kattes, Keshon Kattes, Jamasce Lowrie, Ruhaiylah Martin, Marely Meza-Cortez, Brianna Sloan, Kevin Stanford, Daniel Stewart, Amina Turay-Webb, Steven Ulloa, Kiana Walker, Shamaya Warner
11th Grade: Daniella Alfred, Sierra Baxter, Brittany Brown, Aleedra Chambers, Jayden Correa, Mariah Dale, Nyseem Dawson, Isaiah Gibson, Najih Hudson, Ah'Miyah Jackson, Ma'Naya McKie, Alexander Morales, Ja'Mya Muhammad, Darlin Pablo, Destini Ramsey
12th Grade: Jada Abdullah, Kaleis Bost, Jyazijah Handy, Ta'Kaii Harris, Keily Hutchins-Johns, Sabree Lee, Damilola Mekwunye, Zachory Randolph, Zionna Stansbury, Na'Quan Thomas, Nyla Thomas
ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE DATA
2023 Highlights
2023 was a very successful year for STEM Academy, as we outpaced many schools throughout the state and nation. Below are just some of the numbers that show the progress we made:
- We exceeded Pennsylvania Growth Standards in Reading, Math and Science
- 63% of Students beat their Math Growth Target in Math
- 65% of Students beat the Reading Growth Target
- Our Act 13 Building Score (school report card) was higher than our rivals at Penn Wood, Academy Park, and Chester Charter Scholars Academy (CCSA)
DRESS CODE
Dress Code
Chester Upland High School Dress Code (CHS & STEM Academy)
Students may wear Chester Upland, Chester Clippers, or STEM Academy logo shirts. These shirts are available through the CUSD vendor. Additionally, Students may wear plain black, or orange polo shirts.
Pants must be black, navy blue, gray or tan.
Shoes must have a closed toe
Non-Permitted Clothing
The following clothing is not permitted (as outlined in the Student Handbook, and communicated with Students and Families at the beginning of the School Year):
Tights/Leggings
Sweatpants
Bubble Slippers and/or Open Toed Shoes
Plain White T-Shirts
Shorts
Students wearing these items will continue to be addressed. Students who wear these items after having been warned may be denied entry until they obtain proper attire. Please assist us in ensuring Students follow the Dress Code.
EARLY DISMISSALS
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
Sign-Up Today
Daily tutoring in Academic Subjects is available to all Students through this program. Students at all levels can benefit from spending extra time working with Teachers individually or in small groups. Whether your Student is a 9th Grader adjusting to Algebra, a Senior preparing for SAT's, or anywhere in between, staying for the After-School Program can help them improve.
The After School Program runs from Dismissal until 5:30 every Monday-Thursday. Students do not have to stay each day in order to attend.
Additionally, enrichment activities and clubs will meet daily or weekly, including:
-School Newspaper
-Yearbook
-Chess
-Art
-Strength and Conditioning
Use the link below to register your Student.
ARRIVAL AND ATTENDANCE
7:30 AM Start
As we have communicated, Students who consistently arrive late are missing a significant and important amount of class time. Those arriving daily after 7:45 AM will not receive passing grades in their First Period classes.
ATHLETICS
Playoffs Are Here
Congratulations to our Boys and Girls Basketball Teams on qualifying for the PIAA District One Playoffs.
The Boys earned a first round bye, and will play at home on Tuesday, February 20.
The Lady Clippers are making their first playoff appearance since 2013! They will travel to Phoenixville on Friday night.
All PIAA Playoff tickets must be purchased online in advance. No tickets will be sold at the door. Once they go on sale, tickets can be purchased at the link below:
Indoor Track
The Clippers are excelling on the Track as well. The following Student Athletes will be competing for Indoor Track State Championships in the coming weeks:
Niya Jeffers (High Jump)
A'Lasia Mosley (60 Dash)
Da'Mira Allen (60 Hurdles)
Ja'Nasia Deary (400)
Quamere Cosby (200 & 400)
Contact STEM
Email: bbell@chesteruplandsd.org
Website: https://www.chesteruplandsd.org/sas
Location: 1100 West 10th Street, Chester, PA, USA
Phone: 610-447-3650