RoBee Report

Dear Global Impact Academy Families,

We hope you enjoy this Labor Day weekend. Please also note that there in addition to no school on Monday, September 2nd, there will also be no school for students on Tuesday (September 3rd) and Wednesday (September 4th). We wish for all of our students and families to enjoy this time and we will see you all back on September 5th!

Educationally Yours,

Johnathan Hall

Principal

Global Impact Academy

Please Click Here for the TEAMs Link!

There is an FCS policy around a brief remote learning opportunity parents and students may exercise (Attendance Policy / Participating Remotely). We have had a couple of parents exercise this option and want to make sure stakeholders are clear on the process and expectations regarding this practice.

• Parent should reach out to school and teachers to request remote learning
• Notification must be sent to the Data Clerk, Ms. P. White WhiteP1@fultonschools.org, to code the student correctly
• Teachers will post assignments in Canvas for the student
• Student has two days to submit the assignment
• Quizzes and Tests will be administered upon student return (No testing during remote days)
• Official attendance is based on the submission of assignments
• Teachers will communicate with Ms. P. White if the student does not submit assignments

The GIA Student-run Yearbook Staff is starting the "EARLY BIRD" sale on yearbooks! For the months of September and October, you will receive 10% off your order!

The building opens up at 8:00am Monday-Friday. Students who are car riders may enter from the side entrance of the school and make their way to the Commons until the bell rings. The front doors will open up at 8:30am. Bus riders will enter from the rear of the school once they arrive.

Please see below for the following student opportunities! Please take advantage of these awesome resources!

To be considered for the scholarship competition, a candidate must be involved with a local community-based program. The student must also be a graduating high school senior who will be attending an accredited college/university in the fall of 2025. The scholarship is for the 2025-26 college year only.

The students will be able to apply online starting August 7, 2024 to October 22, 2024. The scholarships will range from $1,000 - $2,500.

https://forms.gle/qGJA5TvEk1PtjCY9A

The Young Black Leadership Alliance Ambassador Program is specifically designed for high-achieving, college-bound Black students who are committed to being servant leaders and making a positive impact through service. As Ambassadors, they represent the core values of our organization, embodying our commitment to leadership, service, and education. YBLA Ambassadors are emerging Black leaders who are making a positive impact in the world.

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Through the program, Ambassadors have the opportunity to connect with other accomplished and like-minded Black students. They receive comprehensive leadership training, engage in local and international community service projects, interact with corporate executives and leaders, and embark on transformative travel experiences worldwide.

By participating in the YBLA Ambassador Program, students become part of a global network of young Black leaders that fosters their growth, empowers them to make a positive impact, and enables them to create a better world.

Every Ambassador is paired with a dedicated Leadership Coach who guides them through their leadership development journey. This personalized support ensures that Ambassadors receive the guidance and mentorship needed to thrive.

The Ambassador program features a comprehensive leadership curriculum designed to enhance participants' skills and capabilities.

Our Curriculum includes:

• Toastmasters Emerging Leaders Certification
• YBLA Servant Leadership Curriculum (SEEDS)
• 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teen

Please see the attached website below for more information.

Eligibility: 11th grade Black students with a 3.0+ GPA

https://www.ybla.org/atlanta-recruitment (flyer attached below) LEADERSHIP-SERVICE-EDUCATION

The Virtual Interest Meeting is Monday, August 19th.

The application closes Sunday, August 25th.

Please review the letter sent to all families in regard to FLEX Friday. More information can be found on the infographic below. We are excited about this new venture at GIA!

Please click here for information regarding senior packages. Please reach out to Ms. Wilson regarding senior packages.

Senior Packages 2024-2025.pdf

September 3rd-4th: No School for students

September 5th-MAP Testing for Math

September 5th-TSA General Body Meeting (Afterschool in Mr. Bable's class)

September 5th-FLEX Friday Parent Session (Teams)-5:30pm

September 6th-GA Tech College Visit (College of Engineering)

September 6th-Fire Drill

Excused Absences – A hold harmless absence that has been documented, and relates to one of the following circumstances in accordance with State Board of Education Rule 160-5-1.10 and Georgia State Code, O.C.G.A. 20-2-690.1:

Personal illness or when attendance in school would be detrimental to the health of the student or others

A serious illness in the student’s immediate family necessitating absence from school

A death in the student’s family necessitating absence from school

Observance of religious holidays necessitating absence from school

Compliance with a court order or an order issued by a governmental agency mandating an absence from school

Visitation with an immediate family member who is on leave from or is being deployed to military service

Important family events/celebrations for an immediate family member (graduation, wedding, religious ceremony, etc.)

Compliance with an order for a pre-induction physical examination for service in the armed forces

An absence for registering to vote or participating as an active voter in a local, state, or federal election

A verified interview for college admission or a documented college visit

A specialized, supplemental, or extracurricular program/event

Other absences pre-approved by the principal

Please complete the form below to submit excuses for excused absences.

Shoutout to a few of this year’s Global Ambassador’s for participating in this week's Middle School Transition night at Sandtown Middle School!

A huge shoutout to our PBIS Team for opening up our PBIS Store this week! Our students were able to use their PBIS points to purchase a plethora of goodies and treats!

We have included a copy of the 2024-2025 Code of Conduct below. While we do not anticipate any issues, I want to ensure parents and students are made aware of the Designated Attendance Zone School Clause and Cell Phone which can also be found below:

Designated Attendance Zone School

Students attending a school outside of their designated attendance zone is a privilege. Any student attending a school outside of their designated attendance zone per Board policy AD School Attendance Zones who receives a long-term suspension or expulsion will lose their privilege to attend the school or program outside their designated attendance zone school. For clarity, “designated attendance zone school” refers to any school of the District a student attends other than the student’s home/zone school. This does not refer to schools/programs a student is placed into for special education services pursuant to an IEP team decision

Cell Phones/ Personal Communication Devices

Possession of Personal Communication Devices (PCD) (e.g., cell phones, tablets, recording devices) by a student at school during school hours is a privilege that will be forfeited if a student fails to abide by the Student Code of Conduct. The use of PCDs during the school day is not allowed in grades Pre-K through 5. In grades 6 through 12, the use of PCDs is not allowed during instructional time and will only be allowed when explicitly instructed to do so by a teacher or other school staff member.

***Please Note: If a student violates this rule which leads to the student’s personal communication device being confiscated by school personnel, it will only be released to the parent or guardian who must come to the school to personally retrieve the device. ***

2024-2025 Student Code of Conduct

Parents, please complete the Acknowledgement of Receipt form available in your Infinite Campus Parent Portal account. Instructions for completing the form are also included below for your convenience.

PARENT PTO MEETINGS

All Meetings are held on Tuesdays @ 7:30 pm except the in-person meetings.

9/10/2024-via Zoom @7:30pm

10/8/2024-via Zoom @7:30pm

11/12/2024-vis Zoom @7:30pm 1

2/10/2024-via Zoom @7:30pm

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