What impact has Kiana had on colleagues and students over the past month? Kianna, “Ms. Ki”, Proctor joined Capital Academy during the 2018-19 school year in the role of Elementary Teaching Assistant. Ms. Ki brought with her a depth of knowledge and experience working with children that helped her quickly build positive relationships with her students. Her outgoing, friendly and welcoming personality engages everyone she comes in contact with. Within the classroom Ms. Ki has a strong understanding of the academic and behavioral expectations and holds high standards for all her students, who respond by striving to [...]

What has Drakari accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Since returning this school year Drakari has consistently demonstrated positive behaviors and growth. This month he has earned himself a place in Capital Academy’s Student Government. Drakari is a charismatic student who is always ready to crack a cheesy joke and make staff laugh. Known around the building for his big smile and personality, Drakari changes the atmosphere when he walks into a room. He is always willing to lend a hand and run a high school assemblies. What is something Drakari have [...]

As part of his Scientific Method lesson, Mr. Hedash held a "Fiesta Friday" which required students to apply their knowledge of writing lab reports and processes of creating an experiment. Students used scale measuring instruments and conversion factors to determine exactly how many pounds of meat was required to feed the entire high school wing, staff included. Students also hypothesized how much meat and appropriate "taco accouterments" were necessary in order to create the "perfect taco."