Catapult Learning Announces New Free Diversity and Equity Webinar Series for Educators
Culturally Responsive Classrooms: Strategies for Identifying & Eliminating Systemic Bias While Celebrating Student Diversity & Promoting Equity CAMDEN, N.J., November 23, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Catapult Learning, a provider of intervention programs for students and professional development solutions for teachers in both public and nonpublic K-12 schools, today [...]
Coaching Strategies for Teachers: 7 Smart Tips for Success
Research consistently shows that teachers, particularly new teachers, who work with instructional coaches are more likely to remain with their schools.1,2 Many schools and districts continue to be challenged with hiring and retaining qualified teachers, making it important to employ strategies to both retain and develop teachers. Coaches are increasingly [...]
NYSPDRC – November Newsletter
The Long Island Professional Development Resource Center (PDRC) is excited to announce the launch of our brand new Fall and Winter workshops. Each workshop will give educators and leaders the tools and skills to help students exceed academic goals. All sessions are exclusively designed to fit [...]
NYSPDRC – October Newsletter
The Long Island PDRC is proud to support the upcoming 36th Annual RISE 2020 Conference. Registration is open to all religious and independent school leaders and teachers in New York State. This year’s conference is 100% virtual and 100% free! RISE 2020: NOVEMBER 9-12, 2020 Join [...]
How Social-Emotional Learning Can Inspire a Successful School Year
For students and teachers alike, back-to-school time can be an overwhelming experience during a typical school year – and this year is anything but typical. With new safety measures, including masks and social distancing – to keep students and teachers safe, the upcoming return to school will look and feel [...]
FullBloom Announces the Appointment of Arne Duncan as Chairman of its Board of Directors
September 23, 2020, Camden, N.J. – FullBloom, a leading provider of special education, instructional intervention, behavioral health and professional development solutions, announced the appointment of former U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan as chairman of the company’s board of directors. Duncan is a managing partner of the Emerson Collective, a [...]
[Video] Social Emotional Learning: Incorporating Best Practices During Times of Change
Children and families are still experiencing trauma about isolation, health, survival and disparities amid the uncertainty of the coronavirus pandemic. The recent police killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Rayshard Brooks, and numerous others, as well as the associated unrest across the nation and the world, have compounded this [...]
NYSPDRC – September Newsletter
Welcome back! As the newly-formed PDRC, Catapult Learning provides high quality professional development to religious and independent school educators on Long Island and throughout the state. We look forward to continuing our professional learning partnership throughout school year 2020-21. We understand the challenges the new school [...]
NYSPDRC – August Newsletter
Greetings from the LI PDRC Team! Summer is flying by! We hope you found time to relax and regenerate. As we near September, school leaders are busy preparing for the realities of reopening and planning for a variety of reopening plans. On July 27, NYSED released [...]
Officials Wary of Announcing Fall School Agenda
Catapult Learning's Shirley Torho, Manager of Student and Family Support, was recently quoted in an article focusing on the uncertainty regarding the upcoming fall semester at universities. The quote was published by the Washington Informer, a weekly newspaper covering news, issues, and features relating to the African American community [...]
Making an Impact with ZOOM (video)
While utilizing new technology, like Zoom, can present a number of challenges, Catapult Learning's suite of videos can help you best understand how to improve your Zoom skills, become an expert meeting leader, and utilize all the tools available to you. Zoom Guidelines: Getting Started [...]
Catapult Learning Announces New Free Professional Development Webinar Series
Impact from a Distance: Academic, Behavioral and Social Emotional Strategies for Students and Educators during COVID-19 CAMDEN, N.J., May 27, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Catapult Learning, a provider of intervention programs for students and professional development solutions for teachers in both public and nonpublic K-12 schools, today announced [...]
Dealing With Anxiety
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic may be stressful for everyone, including children. Fear and anxiety about a disease, especially one that is unknown, can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. How you cope with the stress and anxiety, however, can make you, your child, your family, [...]
Making an Impact with ZOOM (video)
While utilizing new technology, like Zoom, can present a number of challenges, Catapult Learning's suite of videos can help you best understand how to improve your Zoom skills, become an expert meeting leader, and utilize all the tools available to you. Zoom Guidelines: Getting Started [...]
Talking To Your Child About Coronavirus
News of the coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, is everywhere – from television stations and neighborhood streets to the school playground. As public discussions about coronavirus increase, children may worry about themselves, family, and friends becoming ill and will rely on the adults around them to help make sense [...]
Managing Trauma as a Family (Video)
Witnessing a traumatic event that threatens the life or security of a loved one can be traumatic. Like natural disasters, pandemics can be a source of extreme stress and trauma for children and adults alike. In fact, it is likely that the stress adults feel as a result of this [...]
Recommendations For At-Home And Online Learning
While we at Catapult Learning firmly believe that nothing can replace direct instruction and support from our teachers, we offer the following as a resource and guide to help families plan for disruption to the normal educational environment. View the PDF Establishing an Environment for Learning: Below [...]
ESEA Conference – February 5th – 7th 2020
Catapult Learning is exciting to exhibit once again at the 2020 National ESEA Conference (formerly, the National Title I Conference). The event, happening on February 5th through February 7th in Atlanta, Georgia, is focusing on how combined efforts will lead us to ensure that all students have access to [...]
Torah Umesorah: Presidents Conference 2019 – December 19th – 22nd
Catapult Learning is looking forward to exhibit at this year’s Torah Umesorah: Presidents Conference taking place from December 19th to the 22nd in Miami, Florida. We are excited to head to Florida for a weekend of connecting, learning, and teaching. Please stop by our booth to learn more about [...]
Agudath Israel 2019
Catapult Learning was a proud sponsor of this year’s Agudath Israel Convention taking place at the Crowne Plaza in Stamford, Connecticut. The Agudah convention is the place where the “Torah World” in the United States goes to discuss challenges, find solutions, and forge a path forward. More than 35,000 [...]
Torah Umesorah: The Whole Child 2019
Catapult Learning exhibited at this year’s Torah Umesorah: The Whole Child Convention & Expo in Lakewood, New Jersey. This year was the first time ever that Torah Umesorah and OnTrack co-hosted a local, affordable, 24-hour Chinuch Convention & Educational Expo. It was the largest tri-state Torah Educational Convention & [...]
Catapult Learning and the University of Oregon’s Center on Teaching and Learning Awarded Grant to Support Literacy
Organizations’ Institute for Scaling Evidence Based Education Will Implement MTSS Reading Program Trial in 50 Schools November 12, 2019, (Camden, NJ/Eugene, OR) – Catapult Learning, a leading provider of professional development, instructional intervention, special education, and behavioral health solutions, and the Center on Teaching and Learning (CTL), a world-class [...]
Student Spotlight: Raven
What has been one of the happiest times of your life? When I went to Disneyland. What do you like to do for fun? Drawing, horseback riding, playing with animals. What has been one of the proudest moments of your life? Getting out of the group [...]
Fun Friday- Ice Cream Sweetness
Students earned a field trip to Dairy Queen and had a sweet time with staff and peers!
Student of the Month: Kaden
Kaden has been chosen as student of the month for Sierra School of Thompson. Kaden has shown tremendous growth from the program since his first day of school. Kaden advocates for his needs and is very respectful. Kaden loves to help his Teacher organize the classroom. [...]
Staff of the Month: Jennifer
Sierra School of Thompson selected Jennifer Ireland to be staff of the month. Jennifer is always willing to lend a helping hand . She goes above and beyond everyday she walks in our doors. Jennifer attends to the children's needs and is always open for students VTO's. [...]
Field Day
Mr.Carter, commonly known around school as “Coach,” is one of Barrett’s middle school teachers. Coach leads the school’s Extracurricular Activities Committee and had a special event in mind for this month. On Saturday, October 26th, students and their families got the chance to participate in our first [...]
Fall Field Trip
On October 17th, students at Sierra School at Barrett visited Anderson Farms. Students spent the sunny fall day enjoying farm activities like tractor rides, jumping pads, a corn maze, and a pumpkin patch! Ms.Gray, Barrett’s K-3 teacher, was happy to organize this fun field trip for students. [...]
Perfect Attendance: Staff
We enjoy celebrating our staff and thus far this school year staff have had perfect attendance! Staff earned a pizza party to celebrate. Shout out to: Mr. Gove, Ms. Martin, Ms. Barela, Ms. S, Ms. Q, Mr. Bielik, and not pictured, Mrs. Tweed, Mrs. Munevar, and Ms. Martin, and [...]
Student Spotlight: October 2019
Congratulations to Emma, Kianna, Cooper, and Isaias for receiving Student of the Month awards for "Being On Task"! Visit our website to learn more about Sierra Academy
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
For October 2019, the staff and students at High Upper School, in Lanham, Maryland participated for the 6th straight year in a fundraiser to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This year’s beneficiary of the schools fundraising efforts will be the Susan G. Komen National Capital Region. [...]
Hard Work Pays Off
Throughout the school year students have the opportunity to take on a variety of jobs around the building. Whether they are helping collect trash, deliver lunch or sweep the floors, our student workers are often eager to get the job done. Every student has the chance to take [...]
Learning about the Solar System
Students in Ms. Williams's class recently stepped outside of their classroom to explore our Solar System! They were able to a virtual trip to the Sun, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and of course, returned back to Earth. Students practiced measuring with non-standard units of measurement [...]
Cecil Arena
Mrs. Allyson's and Mr. Eric's class got the opportunity to take their gym class on the road. They participated in a class incentive trip to Cecil Arena where they practiced multiple soccer drills and played a soccer game against each other. The goal is for our elementary students [...]
Costume Contest & Raffle
This year for Halloween at High Road there was a costume contest and a raffle. Throughout the month of September students on level were able to purchase tickets to have a chance at winning Halloween themed prizes. Matthew from Academic Transition and Jericho from Academic Middle School were [...]
Creation Appreciation
This month High Road School focused on expressing their creativity. BEST and Academic Middle School students were able to go to Artful Designs and paint pottery. Students were able to decorate quilting squares to display them around the school. BEST High School experimented with using apples as stamps [...]
Cutest Pumpkins at Rader Farms
Our students were able to go to Rader Farms to participate in fall activities! Some of the activities that were available included basketball toss, jumping pillow, duck races, double-barrel chute, rat rollers, and a tire swing. The students were able to get snacks and a pumpkin. Happy fall [...]
Partnering with the National Aquarium’s Conservation Team
This year Snow Hill Middle School's 7th grade team has a service learning project with the National Aquarium's Conservation team, which is in partnership with The Nature Conservancy and the Chesapeake Bay Trust. High Road student, Thomas, was able to join his peers to plant Atlantic [...]
Halloween Fun
It's officially Autumn, a time for pumpkin spice and everything nice!! Lockerman Middle School is falling into the season's spirit with tons of fall activities. Students and staff tapped into their creative side during our pumpkin group project. Art is the expression of one's imagination, each student was [...]
Project Presentations!
Students in Mr. Matt's class presented their projects on a state of their choice for US History. Some states that were represented were Georgia, North Carolina, Delaware and Florida. Students had a lot of fun researching and were able to learn a lot about their state! [...]
Field Trip to Eastern State Penitentiary
Students from the High Road Program at Frankford and Ferguson had the opportunity to visit Eastern State Penitentiary. They were able to listen to an audio tour, ask questions, and explore the prison at their own pace. Visit our [...]
Transition Fair: 11/15
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Hispanic Heritage Month
"This year for Hispanic Heritage Month, we wanted our students and school learned about the differences of various Hispanic countries, history, and culture", committee leader of Cultural Awareness Mr. Johnson stated. Hispanic Heritage Month is from September 15 to October 15. "It was important for our classrooms to learn [...]
Where Are They Now? – James Watson
James is a 2019 graduate of High Road Academy of PG County. James is currently participating in an apprenticeship program in carpentry in Washington, DC where James works at different job sites learning how to do carpentry work such as Framing, windows, and flooring. It’s a [...]
Outdoor Learning
The students in Mr. Donald and Ms. Henderson's class took advantage of the nice fall weather and moved their math rotations outdoors. Equipped with a timer and all the materials they would need to successfully complete 3 out of the 4 rotations, students sat down on blankets and [...]
Workforce Development – Testing Day!
On October 17, 2019, some of the students took their test for Customer Service Work Force Development program. High Road Academy of PG County- Lanham has partnered with Prince George’s County Community College to offer different courses to prepare our students for the future. Mrs. Vickie led the [...]
Pumpkin Art Winners!
The winners for our Pumpkin Art Competition are Anakin Orman and Emma Prather. Both student's pumpkins were voted best pumpkins by votes from their peers. They were rewarded a coupon to pick any item out of the school store. Emma's pumpkin kept in line with the Halloween theme [...]
Pumpkin Art
For Art class the students and staff in Classroom B decided to paint pumpkins to get into the fall spirit. There were arrays and variations of all sorts. It was also a special time for students and staff to bond ,and talk about what they like most about [...]
Hot Chocolate Bar
To celebrate Halloween staff at Apex decided to set up a Hot Chocolate bar for the students. It was a well deserved reward for the students. Also, it was excellent way to keep warm during the cold weather. Students were able to add their favorite mix-ins to their [...]
Student of the Month: Shadaesha
What has Daesha accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Daesha has continued to grow in the program since arriving for the beginning of the 2019-20 school year. Daesha consistently comes to school on time and prepared. Daesha also takes pride in [...]
Staff of the Month: Russell Wade
What impact has Russell had on colleagues and students over the past month? Counselor Wade demonstrates what it is to be a true professional. Through his leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills Counselor Wade is a pillar of positivity to everyone in the building. Never turning away [...]
Student of the Month: Daemion
What has Daemion accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? He is shown great growth in his verbal skills and being able to request needs and wants to his teachers and other staff. He has learned the months of the year and [...]
Staff of the Month: Terra
What impact has Terra had on colleagues and students over the past month? Terra is an Assistant Teacher in the Middle School/High School B.E.S.T. Classroom. She is a vital part of the classroom's positivity and functionality. She runs groups within the room with direction from the [...]
Student of the Month: Alan
What has Alan accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Alan has been a great role model to his peers within our classroom. He is very helpful to his peers and to the staff. Alan enjoys interacting/joking with his friends at school. [...]
Student of the Month: Caleb
What has Caleb accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Mrs Megan says that Caleb has significantly changed his behaviors around this school year. Caleb participates daily in activities. Mrs Megan also said that Caleb now verbalizes his frustrations and requests [...]
Staff of the Month: Megan
What impact has Megan had on colleagues and students over the past month? Megan is a very dependable co-worker to have, she is always willing to help when needed. Megan definitely has an impact on her students because she is very consistent in her classroom [...]
Staff of the Month: Mr. Casillas
What impact has Mr. Casillas had on colleagues and students over the past month? Mr. Casillas has such a wonderful impact here at Sierra, on our staff and students. Casillas is always willing to help out in every single situation, even the ones that might not [...]
Staff and Student of the Month
What has Xavian accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Xavian has been working incredibly hard to be successful this year and his hard work has paid off! Xavian is now on the highest behavior level possible and has been able to [...]
Student of the Month: Zaki
What has Zaki accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Zaki has been on time for school and in proper uniform. Zaki pushed through several challenges and has even invested his time by giving back. Several moments stand out but, can replace [...]
Student of the Month: Logan
What has Logan accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Logan has exemplified a Nova Student for his kindness, dedication to academics, and ability to regulate and stay focused in class. October 26th marked one official year on Gold Level for Logan. [...]
Staff of the Month: Mr. Pittman
What impact has Mr. Pittman had on colleagues and students over the past month? Mr. Pittman comes to work each day with a smile and a positive attitude. His encouraging, compassionate, and helpful demeanor have led multiple students to succeed. He is always looking on the [...]
Student of the Month: Jacob
What has Jacob accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Jacob was selected for student of the month for September. Jacob is currently on Gold Day 92, which was a huge accomplishment for him. He began at High Road School of Wallingford [...]
Staff of the Month: Mr. Powell
What impact has Mr. Powell had on colleagues and students over the past month? Our staff of the month for October is Mr. Powell! Mr. Powell is a 1:1 paraprofessional who has shown exemplary abilities to redirect students to make positive choices. Other staff members have [...]
Student of the Month: Wilfredo
What has Wilfredo accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Wilfredo is our student of the month for October! He was selected due to his resilience and eagerness to take responsibility. Wilfredo works in the coffee shop, deli, pet center, and many [...]
Student of the Month: Jeremiah
What has Jeremiah accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Jeremiah has earned and maintained his status in the level system all the way to GOLD. He has been on gold level for a couple of weeks and has been a constant [...]
Staff of the Month: Dante
What impact has Dante had on colleagues and students over the past month? Dante has been apart of our building for over two years. This past month Dante has really pushed himself by teaching two subjects and taking on a special! Dante is also the football [...]
Staff of the Month: Ms. Barnes
What impact has Ms. Barnes had on colleagues and students over the past month? Ms. Barnes has been an amazing asset to not only the staff and administration, but she has had a big impact on the students in the building. Ms. Barnes does so many [...]
Student of the Month: Mat
What has Mat accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Mat has really come out of his shell this month! He has maintained blue consistently through-out the month. "Mat is always helpful and respectful in class. He has really tried to be [...]
Student of the Month: Zion
What has Zion accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Zion has had 5 consecutive weeks of Positive ratings since starting High Road this school year. One week, in particular, he earned 142 out of a possible 144 points possible. That's 99%! [...]
Staff of the Month: Mr. Catanzaro
What impact has Mr. Catanzaro had on colleagues and students over the past month? Mr. Catanzaro always supports his colleagues and steps up to any role or responsibility needed. Mr. Catanzaro has assisted new staff with learning our model and systems. He has helped set up [...]
Student of the Month: Jensy
What has Jensy accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Jensy has come a long way this year and continues to show improvement in his behavior and maturity. He is always helpful toward others and cooperative with peers and staff. Jensy has [...]
Staff of the Month: Mr. Almedina
What impact has Mr. Almedina had on colleagues and students over the past month? Mr. Edwin Almedina was nominated for our October staff of the Month! Mr. Almedina acts as a one to one paraprofessional. He works with students on activities of daily living, job site [...]
Student of the Month: Mariana
What has Mariana accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? The student of the month for October was none other than Mariana! Mariana recently achieved Gold level status and was our Spotlight Student last month. Staff boast that Mariana, “has been outstanding [...]
Student of the Month: Michael
What has Michael accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Michael moved into the Transition Classroom at the High Road School of Hartford High School this fall to add a life skills component to his education. Michael has proven to be a [...]
Staff of the Month: Ms. B
What impact has Ms. B had on colleagues and students over the past month? Ms. B brings happiness and joy to all of our students and our staff. She gets many requests from students to see her during the day and she makes it a point [...]
Student of the Month: Josh
What has Josh accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Josh is very respectful and continues to grow as a scholar and young man. He shows consistency in everything he has been doing. Josh has worked very hard to maintain his blue [...]
Staff and Student of the Month
What has Nathan accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Nathan has been coming into school spreading positivity every morning. He has done all his work and has improved his behavior to earn his way to green level. What is something Nathan has [...]
Staff of the Month: Collene
What impact has Collene had on colleagues and students over the past month? Collene is the ultimate team player. She comes from a place of yes with her colleagues and makes them priority. She works very closely with leadership and is vital to their day. She [...]
Student of the Month: Ian
What has Ian accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Ian is a responsible, creative, and motivated student. Ian comes to school with a positive attitude as he greets staff members upon arrival and dismissal. Ian is able to be a role [...]
Staff of the Month: Erin
What impact has Erin had on colleagues and students over the past month? Erin has been an amazing resource to the staff of High Road School since taking on her new role this school year! Erin new role has allowed her to provide instruction support to [...]
Staff of the Month: Ms. Z
What impact has Ms. Z had on colleagues and students over the past month? Ms. Z (Zenia) is an Assistant Teacher at Lockerman Middle School IDC. Ms. Z has been an integral part of the team this year. Ms. Z has shown great leadership qualities and [...]
Student of the Month: Sammy
What has Sammy accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Samuel "Sammy" Ojo was selected as our October Student of the Month for his continued successes in our program, specifically as a student in our B.E.S.T Classroom. Sammy has maintained our highest behavioral [...]
Staff & Student of the Month!
What has Kayla accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? We are excited to announce that our October Student of the Month is Kayla Wooten. Even though Kayla has only been a student at High Road Frankford for a month, she has [...]
Staff of the Month: Ms. Latonya
What impact has Latonya had on colleagues and students over the past month? Ms. Latonya Sweeney started with our program this school year. Right from the start, she demonstrated a zest for learning and positive energy. She has demonstrated a lot of our CORE 4 values [...]
Student of the Month: Ka’yla
What has Kay’la accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Kay’la has exceeded every expectation that Mr. Johnson has set in place for her. “Her passion, charismatic personality and eagerness to learn are exceptional”, Mr. Johnson proudly stated. Her ability to follow [...]
Student of the Month. Jalynn
What has Jalynn accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? While Jalynn is new to HRA enrolling on September 3rd, he has quickly demonstrated the qualities and characteristics worthy of the Student of the Month honor. Staff members frequently commend Jalynn’s work [...]
Staff of the Month. Ms. Jackson
What impact has Ms. Jackson had on colleagues and students over the past month? Ms. Jackson has worked as an Assistant Teacher in our 11th-grade classroom since November 2018. Ms. Jackson has shown tremendous growth and development in her instructional skills. Ms. Jackson shared that she [...]
Staff of the Month: Ms. Cunningham
What impact has Ms. Cunningham had on colleagues and students over the past month? Ms. Cunningham is very consistent, creative and passionate about teaching the students. Ms. Cunningham is a second year teacher that has shown a great capacity to accept knowledge, instruction, constructive criticism and [...]
Staff of the Month: Moet
What impact has Moet had on colleagues and students over the past month? Moet is a calming guide in the crazy world of IEPs and 504s. She shares information with all stakeholders and is transparent in the needs of our kids. She always puts them first [...]
Student of the Month: Denetrya
What has Ms. Stanley accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Ms Stanley has been an excellent example of PEAK Academy and this program. She completes all of her work on time. Redirects her peers with dignity and respect. Interact with staff [...]
Staff of the Month: Kiana
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 [...]
Student of the Month: Drakari
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 [...]
Staff of the Month: Kirk
What impact has Kirk had on colleagues and students over the past month? Kirk immediately gained a positive rapport with some our most challenging students. He is always willing to help in the various classrooms and always has a teamwork attitude. Kirk has a great relationship [...]
Student of the Month: Joseph
What has Joseph accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Joseph has worked very hard to earn his way to be a Gold Level student. He regularly volunteers to run daily errands for his teachers, such as; make copies, sweep the classroom, [...]
Student of the Month: Lauren
What has Lauren accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? Lauren has been named Aurora Day School's Student of the Month. Lauren consistently displays kindness and respect to her peers and staff while juggling a full course load. Lauren has also started [...]
Staff of the Month: Ms. Bianes
What impact has Ms. Bianes had on colleagues and students over the past month? Ms. Bianes has been an outstanding member of our team. She is a hardworking individual who always takes on more than what she is expected too. When it comes to our students, [...]
Student of the Month: Nick
What has Nick accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? The Apex team picked Nick for our student of the month not only because he is awesome, but he excels as a student. Nick has been able to do well in academics [...]
Staff of the Month: Mr. Cook
What impact has Mr. Cook had on colleagues and students over the past month? Mr. Cook has been a positive influence with both staff and students. Leading by example, always present and willing to support those around him. He does thing the right way and works [...]
Student of the Month: T’Auri
What has T'Auri accomplished over the past month to achieve Student of the Month? T'Auri has become a strong leader and independent success at Anthony Wayne Academy. She has participated in the school’s student government while up holding her high academic status. T'Auri has support her [...]
Student of the Month: William
Our student of the month for October is William! On his first day of school, William attempted to leave the classroom every single opportunity provided. When asked to conduct an academic task, William stepped away from his desk within 5 seconds and made his way towards [...]
Key Staff: Alex
Alex is one of our top 1:1 Aides. He’s genuinely caring towards all students. He is reliable as he shows to work promptly and consistently everyday. Alex remains calm during crisis situations. He has a consistent pleasant and empathetic demeanor. Alex is detailed, thorough, highly organized, efficient, [...]
Staff of the Month: Ms. Holton & Mrs. Buell
Ms. Holton and Mrs. Buell- These two are dynamic and energetic teachers that come to work with a smile on their face and who greet their students with warm welcomes. Both are dedicated to creating a positive environment for their students and work diligently to ensure [...]
Fall 2019 Newsletter
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Annual Harvest Festival
On October 31st we are having our annual Harvest Festival, and the Haunted House is always a huge hit!! This year some of our students got to help put it all together! The whole school is looking forward to seeing all of their hard work in action! [...]
Field Trip to Heritage High School
3rd, 4th and 5th grade students were able to take a trip to Heritage High School in order to see a play about greek mythology put on by the high school students. Everyone had a great time and there were a lot of laughs to be had. Thank you [...]
Quarterly Newsletter: Fall 2019
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Nova Center Fall Corn Maze
"Students, parents, and staff were able to take an afternoon to enjoy the Chatfield Farms Corn Maze. Food, fun and a chilly evening greeted all participants who came out on Friday night. Luckily, everyone made it out and no one is still caught in the maze. We believe strongly [...]
Nova Teamwork Initiative
"At the Nova Center, we truly believe the kindness and teamwork will lead to better outcomes for students and staff all around. “What wisdom can you find that is greater than kindness?” – Jean-Jacques Rousseau Please join us in working towards teamwork, compassion, kindness throughout the school year!" [...]
Quarterly Newsletter: The Senior Scribble
Download The Senior Scribble, our newsletter. Visit our website to learn more about Capital Academy
Nova High School Takes on Chemisty
Guided by the expertise of Ms. Whitaker and Ms. Wimpee, the Nova High School students dove head first into Chemisty. Not only did they begin working through equations, but set the groundwork to begin a hands on lab science session looking at the properties of water! [...]
Student of the Month: Andres
Andres is a new student to Sierra School who has displayed a great amount of progress over the past couple of weeks. Andres enjoys making new friends and participating in classroom activities. He enjoys I-ready and teacher tutorial where he has been learning how to identify his [...]
Focused On Learning
Engaging students in learning is key to them not only accessing academics, but also making meaningful improvements. Recently, our elementary students were fully engaged in a math lesson. Each student was able to ask questions regarding the math problem and work through the solution with the [...]
Team Building across the Eastern Shore
On October 18th many of Maryland schools were closed for the Maryland State Education Association Conference (MSEA) in Ocean City. High Road Schools across the Eastern Shore took advantage of this day and took their learning and team building outside of the classroom. All staff came together to partake [...]
Student Spotlight: Raven
What has been one of the happiest times of your life? When I went to Disneyland. What do you like to do for fun? Drawing, horseback riding, playing with animals. What has been one of the proudest moments of your life? Getting out of the group [...]
Spirit Week 10/28-11/1
Monday kicked off Spirit Week with crazy hat day/hair day. Highlighting Ms. Lutrario's classroom, are the students in their best crazy head gear!! Visit our website to learn more about High Road School
National Unity Day
In highlighting the bulletin board each month, School Social Worker, Mrs. Kyle Osborne promoted National Unity Day. The National Bullying Prevention Center acknowledges and encourages all to wear orange on October 23, 2019 representing Unity. Unity represents kindness, acceptance and inclusion along with the color orange that represents hope [...]
High Road School of Providence Career Fair
Transition Coordinator, Mrs. Caitlin Caliri, executed and facilitated the first Career Fair for the High Road School of Providence. 26 high school and middle school students participated with 10 guest speakers presenting different professional backgrounds one on on. Among the guest speakers present, one was an engineer with his [...]
Getting Smarter with Smart Boards
High Road School of New London Middle/High was able to purchase 3 SmartBoards this year in order to add an additional layer of interaction to academics. These boards act as “smart” whiteboards, incorporating a touch-screen component that allows students to interact with online lessons for [...]
Team Building across the Shore
On October 18th many of Maryland schools were closed for the Maryland State Education Association Conference (MSEA) in Ocean City. High Road Schools across the Eastern Shore took advantage of this day and took their learning and team building outside of the classroom. All staff came together to [...]
2019 Trunk or Treat
Trunk or Treat 2019 was a fun filled day. The students received candy and other goodies from parents and local businesses from around Lima. American Township fire department even stopped out for a visit. Trunk or Treat was the end to our Spirit week here at the center. [...]
Football Game
The High Road School of Wilmington & the High Road School of Cecil County got together on Wednesday, September 25th for their first flag football matchup of the season. Our flag football schedule is great incentive for our students to be successful inside the classroom in order able to [...]
Staff Spotlight: Clarisse
What would you name the autobiography of your life? "My Unordinary Life" If you could learn to do anything, what would it be? Play the piano. If you won the lottery, what is the first thing you would do? Pay off debts for my family and [...]
Staff of the Month: Alexis
Sierra School has selected Alexis Dees to be staff of the month. Alexis it’s always willing to lend a helping hand she goes above and beyond for the kids at Sierra school and she’s always spreading joy and kindness. And that is why we have selected her [...]
Stand Up Agaisnt Bullying
To begin this school year, interpersonal skills have been a big topic of discussion for our Easton Elementary students. First, we started with the Start With Hello Project created by the Sandy Hook Promise. Our class learned how to identify when people may be feeling alone, and how we [...]
Dave & Buster’s Field Trip!
Green and Blue level students will have the opportunity to take a field trip to Dave & Buster's! Visit our website to learn more about High Road Programs at Ferguson & Frankford – IU #26
Conine’s Pumpkin Patch
The school took a field trip to the pumpkin patch and all of the kids had a blast! There was something for all ages to enjoy and it was great for all of the students to enjoy an outing as school, and not just as a class. It is [...]
Capital Academy takes on Refreshing Mountain
Capital Academy high school students took a field trip to Refreshing Mountain Retreat and Adventure Center. Students participated in ziplining, a high ropes course and climbing towers. Visit our website to learn more about [...]
Staff of the Month: Scott
Scott was chosen for student of the month because Scott follows all directions and has not had any prompts in the past two weeks. Scott does all of his schoolwork, is polite to all students and staff, and he is a role model for other students in our [...]
Staff of the Month: Adrianna Fredo
Adrianna has had an incredible impact on both students, staff and families here at the High Road School of Massachusetts. Adrianna shows amazing dedication to our students. She welcomes them every morning with a smile on her face and an excited demeanor which allows the students to start their [...]
Scientific Inquiry
During science, our students love to participate in hands on projects. These projects give students the opportunity to apply their learning in a fun way. Students are also able to work together and collaborate to accomplish tasks. Recently, students were challenged to create the tallest tower utilizing marshmallows, [...]
Learning About Johnny Appleseed
Students in the Hamden In-District classroom have had an exciting fall. After learning about folktales and fables, including Johnny Appleseed, the students took a trip to pick some apples themselves. This trip allowed students to make real-world connections and to practice their social skills out in [...]
Student of the Month: Logan
Logan has been with Sierra School since 2014. He has shown great improvement year after year, leading up to recently starting to transition back to public school. We are so Proud of all his hard work. Visit our website to learn more about [...]
Staff of the Month: Quenitra Hughes
Nashville native and devout mother of three, Ms. Hughes has gone above and beyond to make a positive impact on the students at High Road. Ms. Hughes joined our team in the second semester of last school year and was part of the instrumental team that [...]
Parent Teacher Conferences
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District Breakfast
High Road School of Wallingford hosted a district breakfast on Wednesday, October 23. Mr. Lindsley, our educational director, was assisted by Deavion in showing district representatives around school. They made sure to highlight their favorite parts, such as the sensory room. Deavion was very excited to demonstrate how he [...]
District Breakfast
High Road School of Wallingford hosted a district breakfast on Wednesday, October 23. A few gold students were able to show their district representatives around school and highlighted their favorite parts. Arianna talked about how she enjoyed working the ice cream shop and how her math class is preparing [...]
Parent/Teacher Conferences
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Barbershop Visit
High Road School of Wallingford High School barber shop has official open and been named the Hornet’s Lounge! On October 23rd and 24th barbers Sheldon and Jayson visited from their shop “Cutting Edge” to give students free haircuts. Before opening their shop in Bridgeport, they had experience working at [...]
Open House & Thanksgiving Luncheon: 11/22
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Halloween Party: 10/31
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Red Ribbon Week 2019
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Natural History Museum at Balboa Park
Springall’s high school classes took a field trip to the Natural History Museum at Balboa Park and learned about the different ecosystems in San Diego. Students were able to study the various animal life cycles from a small bug all the way up to a mountain lion. They also [...]
Staff Spotlight: Ms. Barbara
This month’s staff spotlight is highly appreciated by all! Ms. Barbara started in January of 2013 as our Administrative Assistant. She undoubtedly goes above and beyond every day. Her daily job duties are done with efficiency and efficacy. She keeps our school organized and on point. She [...]
Staff of the Month
Maurice does an amazing job with the students, staff, and parents! He always has a positive attitude and is a great role model for the students he is around. Mr. Maurice works hard every day to make the classroom fun and enjoyable for all of his students. [...]
Flag Football Game
On Thursday, Oct 17th the two schools came together for a game of Flag football. All of the students had a great time playing and really enjoyed the fun between the two schools! Visit our website to learn more about Sierra School [...]
Halloween Crafts Day
Students enjoyed making Halloween crafts: spiders, dirt pie, painting pumpkins and making monsters. Visit our website to learn more about Sierra School
October is National Farm to School Month!
We are celebrating food education and our school garden during national The Garden Committee and students have been taking great care to tend to the seedlings, practicing patience and dedication. We anticipate a great fall harvest in the coming weeks. [...]
The TOWN Travel Agency
Students have been busy with the Travel Agency this month in The TOWN. We've visited Tahiti, Scotland, and will soon be making an appearance in Kenya before our last stop in Transylvania. Golfing, castle design and making a Nessie with dough were big hits last week! Students enjoy this [...]
Showing Off Our Skills
During this breakfast, students demonstrated their living skills and vocational abilities by setting the table, assisted with the making of the pancakes, and serving. This provided a great opportunity for families to meet each other and the other students in the classroom. They were also able to [...]
Teamwork in Learning
Academic 2 classroom recently completed a fun project in Social Skills that focused on enhancing communication, patience, and inclusion. Visit our website to learn more about High Road School
Blue Level Blue Mountain Activity
At Sierra School, blue is the highest level a student can be on. This means they have met their personal goal as well as followed directions, remained on task, and been respectful to peers and staff amongst other things. After being on blue level for 20 consistent days, students [...]
NJSBA conference – Atlantic City
Catapult Learning is excited to exhibit at this year’s NJSBA workshop in Atlantic City, New Jersey. This workshop is a great opportunity for conference attendees to learn more about the services Catapult Learning can provide your schools. Don’t forget to stop by our booth (booth #385) to learn more [...]
Harvest Festival
Every year our School Climate Committee celebrates Fall with an after-school event for our students. This year we brought in all the favorites of the season and opened the event to families and providers! Students stayed after school and their families met them at school at the end of [...]
Fundraiser in Partnership with Project CASY
High Road School of Wallingford High School would like to extend sincere gratitude to all attendees of the fundraiser that took place on October 17th. Students donated their artwork for a silent auction to benefit Community Autism Socials at Yale. In total, we were able to help raise [...]
Building Pasta Towers and Teamwork Skills
In social skills elective, social workers Ms. Gibson and Ms. Rossetti issued students a challenge: Which team could build the tallest freestanding tower using only 4 large marshmallows, 10 miniature marshmallows, 10 pieces of pasta, 1 small piece of masking tape, and an endless supply of Scotch tape? Students [...]
Catholic Leadership Summit
Catapult Learning is a proud National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) partner. This year’s Catholic Leadership Summit took place in Newport, Rhode Island on October 19th-23rd. For over 40 years, Catapult Learning has partnered with Catholic schools and dioceses to provide high-quality supplemental instruction, specialized services, and customized professional development. [...]
Apple Picking Fun Friday Trip
Students who earned blue and gold level were able to attend a Fun Friday trip to Hickory Hill Orchards in Cheshire! Students took a tractor drawn hayride to the orchard and picked apples. There were many different types of apples to pick. McIntosh, Empire, Cortland, Gala, Macoun, and Honey [...]
Showing our School Spirit
The students and staff at High Road School of Hartford Primary spent the week celebrating their school spirit. Students who have been displaying school appropriate behaviors and have earned their way up our level system were able to participate in a themed activity each school day. Staff, of course, [...]
Family Paint Night: 11/8
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Morning Announcments
This month marked the start of a new job at our school, morning announcements. Our two staff members, Ms. Ashley and Ms. Karley, started to interview students in the beginning of the month to select the two best candidates for the job, who are also on level. Jesse [...]
Goodwill’s GOODworks Program
High Road School of Delaware’s transition department is partnered with Goodwill’s GOODworks Program. Through job readiness and soft skills training and development, and a variety of other services, Goodwill prepares students for positions in industries including retail, banking, hospitality, food service, packing and assembly, and manufacturing. Goodwill counselors [...]
Independence Seaport Museum
Ms. Sam's environmental science class visited the Independence Seaport museum in Philadelphia. Our students are currently learning about the importance of keeping our environment clean and the impact that humans have on their environments. The students participated in the River Alive! exhibit that explained how the Delaware River [...]
NCEA Seton Awards
Catapult Learning was a proud sponsor of the NCEA Seton Awards on October 7th. Pictured is John Ware, Sarah Swiatkowski, Annemarie Hochkeppel and Pat Lacognata celebrating with Sr. MaryGrace Walsh (Archdiocese of Hartford), Sr. Maureen McDermott (Archdiocese of Philadelphia) and Michael Coppotelli (Archdiocese of New York). [...]
Softball Picnic: 10/24
All students in room 7, 8, 9, & 10 are invited to attend the softball picnic at the park. This picnic is for students who are on blue level and have completed their assignments. The park event is planned for Thursday October 24th from 11am - 1:30pm. [...]
Pumpkin Patch Field Trip: 10/24
All students in rooms 5, 6, 11, & 12 are invited to attend our field trip to the pumpkin patch. The trip is planned for Thursday October 24th from 11am-1:30pm. Student will need to earn this activity by being on blue level and completing their assignments. All [...]
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Contra Costa Fire Department Visit
Our Sierra School – Kimball kids recently received a visit from the Contra Costa Fire Department. Our students were anxious to learn the ins and outs of fire safety and the fire truck! They were able to feel the heavyweight of the gear and tour the inside of the [...]
Pancake Breakfast
During this breakfast, students demonstrated their living skills and vocational abilities by setting the table, assisted with the making of the pancakes, and serving. This provided a great opportunity for families to meet each other and the other students in the classroom. They were also able to [...]
National Bullying Prevention Month
During the month of October, High Road School of Wright City is raising awareness about bullying prevention. This month's Social Skills Groups, facilitated by Ms. Z., are focused around students and teachers collaborating with each other in order to create a safe environment within our school. During [...]
Fire Prevention Week
At High Road School of Hartford Primary, students were able to participate in Fire Prevention Week activities. The biggest hit of the week was a visit from Fire Lieutenant Jesus Lopez. Lieutenant Lopez visited each classroom in the school focusing on this year's Fire Prevention theme "Not Every Hero [...]
Abbotts Mill Ecosystem Field Trip
Following an exciting Science unit on Ecosystems our Southern Delaware and Sussex County schools combined for a stream study at Abbotts Mill Nature Center, in Milford Delaware. The students followed stations through out the park with an instructor. They tested the PH of the water, collected water samples for [...]
Class Pets
Michelangelo and Raphael have made a great addition to our elementary program! By caring for them, it has created a sense of responsibility and an increased awareness of the needs and feelings of others. Visit our website to learn more about [...]
Cave Paintings for Art
In Ms. Rose and Ms. Jess' art class the students are learning about cave paintings. The most notable paintings are found at the caves of Lascaux in Southern France and Altamira in Northern Spain. We had the students create their own cave paintings and explain the story about [...]
Football Training
Mr. Devin working hard training the students how to play football for the big football game on Friday! Visit our website to learn more about High Road School
Social Group Fun
Mrs. Amy’s class and Ms. Heather’s class doing group this week with Mr. Jeff. The students were determining their goals and the steps they will take to obtain those goals! Visit our website to learn more about High Road School [...]
Community Based Instruction
Last Wednesday, Life Skills took a trip to Subway restaurants for a CBI. While our main focus was to be able to place orders their own, we practiced pedestrian and traffic safety along the way. This was especially important in a newly developed area that may [...]
Sensory Room
Sensory room is a specialized area within our program where we can provide students with opportunities to apply sensory interventions to engage in experiences designed to help them explore sensory stimuli in a safe, structured and adult monitored area. This area included such sensory and modulation activities as body [...]
Goats & Coping Skills
Student Quinn Reporting: “I was having a rough day and I was in a bad mood for a while. I was just very unhappy with how my day was going. The staff in High Road recommended that we go out to take a walk and get some fresh [...]
The High Road Report – Fall Newsletter
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Spirit Week at High Road Academy
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The Lion’s Post – Fall Newsletter
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Game Day for High Schoolers
Our Friday incentive this week was Game Day! Our high school classes combined and took turns playing different board games. Our gold students each earned cotton candy. Middle School student, Tyler is pictured below enjoying his cherry cotton candy. It was a lot of fun and a great [...]
Great Shake Out
Sierra participated in the annual Great Shake Out on October 17th at 10:17am. This is an event was started in California, however it is practiced all over the world to help prepare for an Earthquake where students practice "Drop, Cover, and Hold on." Thank you to all of our [...]