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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: William Price, 212-491-4107
WPrice3@schools.nyc.gov
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DR.GREGORY HODGE INTRODUCES NEW OUTSIDE OF THE CLASSROOM CURRICULUM AT FDA
New York, NY. (April 5, 2009)- Dr. Hodge, principal of the Frederick Douglass Academy in Harlem
has enhanced an integrated learning program which thrives off of the individual gifts of each student.
The curriculum was initially introduced in 1996 but it was significantly refined over the years. The new
curriculum offers a 100% college acceptance rate for graduates.
The new curriculum includes the traditional New York State Regents curriculum, but integrates study
abroad and specialty learning fields. The Frederick Douglass Academy offers specialty learning fields in
robotics, audio-visual production, dance, fine arts, culinary arts, theatre, journalism, environmental
studies, and many more to come. The curriculum is designed to act as reinforcement to the tradition
curriculum and prepare students to attend the college of their choice.
Dr. Hodge notes that a 95% attendance rate is required in order for his curriculum to be successful.
Although the Frederick Douglass Academy doesn’t have the resources of the specialized high schools,
the Frederick Douglass Academy offers a high quality education directed towards minority students.
ABOUT THE FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY
The Frederick Douglass Academy in Harlem was organized by Ms. Patricia Black (Manhattan
Superintendent of High Schools), Dr. Bertram Brown (Community School District 5 Chancellor of
Instruction), and Dr. Lorraine Monroe (former Deputy Chancellor of Instruction) in 1991. Dr. Hodge
took over leadership of FDA in 1996 with a curriculum based off of the teachings of Frederick Douglass
and Martin Luther King Jr. The Frederick Douglass Academy offers a college prep program for
approximately 1,500 students from grades 6-12. Eighty percent of students are from district 5 in Harlem
and twenty percent of students are from outside of the district. The Frederick Douglass Academy offers
educational travel opportunities in order to broaden students’ horizons. Previous travel destinations
include Belarussia, Brazil, Canada, China, Dominica, France, Ghana, Israel, Italy, Japan, Mali, Mexico,
Nepal, Peru, South Africa, Spain, Turkey and the United Kingdoms. For more information about the
Frederick Douglass Academy please visit www.fda1.org.
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Frederick Douglass Academy
MEDIA INFORMATION
2581 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd. New York, NY 10039 212.491.410 www.fda1.org
April 14, 2009
Nayaba Arinde
Amsterdam News
2340 Frederick Douglass Blvd.
New York, NY 10027
Dear Nayaba Arinde:
Re: National Mathematics Awareness Month
Did you know that the Frederick Douglass Academy has been making curriculum changes to
ensure one the highest graduation rates amongst minorities in New York City? The Frederick
Douglass Academy recently received the Schott Award for the excellent education of African-
American males.
This April is National Mathematics Awareness month. A representative from the Frederick
Douglass Academy will be available to talk about efforts being made by the New York City
Board of Education to improve mathematics scores amongst minority students, particularly
males.
I will contact you in a few days to discuss the possibility of scheduling an appearance or
interview on this crucial education related topic. You can also contact me at your convenience at
(212) 555-5555. Thank you for your interest and I look forward to speaking with you.
Sincerely,
SeQuoia King
SeQuoia King
Public Relations Associate
NEWS
The Frederick
Douglass Academy
CONTACT:
Dr. Gregory Hodge, Frederick Douglass Academy
(212) 491-4107
William Price, Frederick Douglass Academy
(212) 491- 4107
Yvette McKenzie
(212) 491-4107
MEDIA ADVISORY
The Frederick Douglass Academy will have an Asian Heritage Month celebration which informs and
raises cultural awareness.
FDA Principal Dr. Hodge
Students of FDA
Ms. Lisa Smith
Ms. Yvonne Yamusah
WHAT: Brief overview of Asian heritage
Presentation on the importance of Asian Heritage
Opportunity to see and participate in the celebration
WHEN: Friday, May 29th
9th
period
WHERE: Frederick Douglass Academy
2581 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd. (7th
Avenue at W. 149th Street)
New York, NY 10039
SUBWAY: 3 to Harlem-148 Street; A, D to 145 Street
BUS: M2 to Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard & W. 149th Street; M10 to Frederick
Douglass Boulevard & W. 149th Street; M101, M102 to W. 147th Street; BX 19 to
Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard
The Frederick Douglass Academy and affiliated companies/ Frederick Douglass Academy/ 2581 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd/ New York, NY 10039
For Immediate Release: MEDIA CONTACTS:
Gregory M. Hodge William Price
FDA Principal FDA Student Affairs
(212) 491-4107 (212) 491-4107
ghodge@schools.nyc.gov WPrice3@schools.nyc.gov
FUN FACTS ON THE FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY
Did you know? Students of the Frederick Douglass Academy experience a vigorous academic
curriculum while traveling the world. Check out the Frederick Douglass Academy’s scholastic
learning environment at the open house Friday, May 1. Find out if the Frederick Douglass Academy
is the right place for your child.
Here are some more fun facts about the Frederick Douglass Academy:
Frederick Douglass Academy
100% of FDA graduates are accepted to a college.
FDA Students begin taking regents classes in the 8th
grade.
80% of students accepted to FDA live in Harlem while 20% are from the five boroughs.
Students are accepted to FDA based on an interview and two written recommendations.
FDA Regent Scores are 30-40% above the city average.
The FDA School population is 72% Black, 26% Hispanic, 1% White, and 1%Asian.
Boys account for 49% of FDA students and girls account for 51%.
The average attendance rate for 2006-2007 school year was 91%.
Students are required to wear white shirt/blouses, navy blue pants/skirts, and black shoes.
All FDA students are required to follow the guidelines of the student creed which is influenced by the
teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
FDA received The Schott Award for Excellence in educating African- American male students.
Source: www.fda1.org, www.schools.nyc.gov
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