PATRICIA MITCHELL, PRINCIPAL ∞ VANESSA CHRISTENSEN, ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

WILLIAM WORDSWORTH EDUCATIONAL COMPLEX

“Where Scholars Come To Learn!”

Greetings Parents & Guardians ~

We Need YOU!

A question presented recently was

“Why do we have this achievement

gap?” That is something to ponder.

What can we do as a community to

erase the stigma that shadows us?

As much as it the educator ‘s respon-

sibility to instruct it is your responsi-

bility as well, I cannot stress that

enough. Why not attend a meeting

or workshop and seriously have dia-

log about this. You have a voice and

your presence is greatly needed. It

matters that you remain involved in

your child’s success. Make every day

count!

The 2001 No Child Left Behind act ,

renamed Every Student Succeed Act

by former President Obama still

speaks volumes. I need you to be

involved, encouraged, informed,

motivated every day in every way! A

quality education will prepare your

child to become responsible and en-

gaged citizens ready for life in a

changing world.

PS48Q is the place to be with our

dynamic team of professionals. Our

educational complex prepares your

scholar to be college and career

ready. However, you too can edu-

cate yourself through your children.

As they learn, you learn.

If you feel challenged we are here to

help. It will take determination and

a strong will. Be the opposition, be

the change that you desire to be.

FYI .. Did you know that you have an

opportunity to obtain a G.E.D. and

further educate yourself.

In saying so .. parents/guardians, I

have GOOD NEWS!! I just discov-

ered that the DOE (Department of

Education) has free classes .

Why not take advantage of this and

get into the marketplace of employ-

ment or what ever your career

choice may be. And yes there are

day and evening classes … all you

have to do is show up.

I hope that you will take advantage

and attend a class of your choice. If

you attend any of my workshops I

can provide more information.

Looking forward, March is Women’s

History Month.

Women are acknowledged and rec-

ognized across the region. Perhaps

we can acknowledge some of our

great women here at PS48Q. Wom-

en stand strong and tall and em-

brace one another. Show some love

and celebrate our beloved women.

In closing, extend your heart and

embrace your child everyday. Hap-

py Valentine’s Day!

Mr. W.

From the desk of Mr. W. Article #5

High School Equivalency

ESL

(English as a Second Language)

Microsoft Office Suite

Web Page Design

Microsoft Excel

Basic Education

IC3 Computer Key Applications

PS 48Q PARENT COORDINATOR NEWS LETTER

Facts

Black History Month began as “Negro History Week,” which was created in 1926 by Carter G. Woodson, a noted African American historian, scholar, educator, and publisher. It became a month-long celebration in 1976. The month of February was chosen to coincide with the birthdays of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln.

PS 48Q SCHOLARS LEAD BY EXAMPLE

Our Scholars are ever learning but they are also discovering!!

On February 2nd, Mrs. Cush will be taking the SAVE Leaders,

Pretty Brown Girls and some grade 4 and 5 students to SAM-

SUNG To learn about Virtual Reality a STEAM Trip as well as

developing College and Career Readiness.

Read what

our

Scholars

are

Blogging!!

Healthy living

does come

from soil

Real Veggie Life

By Abigail Shaw

Edited by Mrs. Scott-Channer

Have you ever been a vegan? Being a vegan is a really healthy life. A vegan is a person who does not eat

eggs, milk, and ice cream. This is a little different from a vegetarian, a vegetarian is someone who can eat

eggs, fish, and other dairy products.

Being a Vegan at PS48Q

The food in my school is part meat and vegan parts. We have a salad bar with salad dressing, corn, pickles

and more. Our school serves dumplings, cabbage rolls, rice, apples, beans, and many more foods. There are

also non vegan things on the menu like beef, cheese, chicken sandwiches, and even turkey at times.

Being a vegan is hard for me at school because sometimes or some days there are no vegan options! For

example, today we were served beef and cheese with rice, sun chips, and milk. I gave away the beef and

cheese, and I ate the rice and beans. It would be nice, if there were vegetarian options set aside, so this way

we wouldn’t have to waste the food we don’t eat.

Suggestions

I think our cafeteria can make it better for vegans by offering vegan meals. Also, kids that don’t drink cow

milk should be allowed to get cold water during afterschool. Finally I would like the cafeteria to reopen the

salad bar. Abigail Shaw

What’s Cooking @ PS48?

“Where Scholars Come to Learn”

Recognizing the DREAM

So I visited several classes that were working on their Martin Luther King Day presentations and one

that stood out for me was Ms. Price class K-13. These scholars created puppets out of paper bags

with the image of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. And shared knowledge of his heroic lifestyle.

There was such a buzz around the room about the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. that you would

have thought these scholars were actually reliving that era. Each were sharing what they knew of

him and how they would make a difference in the world. I actually heard a group discussion

amongst three scholars on how they were mortified of his death. How it was unfair and a sad day for

all. Here are some of the highlights that occurred in the classroom.

Ms. Price— What was Dr. Martin Luther King’s mission?

ALL—His mission was to make sure there was peace and freedom for all

Ms. Price—Where did he work?

King Carter—He worked first in a church

Ms. Price—What was his wife’s name?

Ms. Price—When was he assassinated?

Jacob Emonds—He was killed on April 4th and when I read about it I was so sad.

Mr. W.—Can you tell me a little about Rev. Dr. Marting Luther King, Jr.

Jacob Emonds— Yes, he wrote the “Dream” speech and he wanted everyone to be nice.

A Leader

Written by, Josh Fitzgerald Henry—Class 303

Leaders are called to stand in that lonely place

Between the one longer and yet

Intentionally make decisions that will

Blind, forge move and create history

We are not called to be popular,

We are not called to be safe,

We are called to follow,

We are the one called to take risks

We are the ones called to change attitudes

To risks displeasures

WAKE UP TO MORNING WELLNESS AND EMPOWERMENT

@ PS 48Q

Monday, January 22, 2018

Mr. Amiel Carty GWN Securities Ms. Jacqueline Alston=-Gordon

Dr. Minnette Francis-Haydem

Guest Presenters

Mr. Colquhoun & Family

Winners of $100.00 Gift Certificate

from LINCNYC

Kamar Edwards — February 1st Ochoca Rick Ale Rodas—February 13th

Maya Kimora Fuller—February 1st Nuru Umdali Bomani—February 14th

Josh Fitzgeral Henry—February 1st Makayla Cunningham—February 14th

Selane Erne Campbell—February 2nd Angelo Deaquan—February 14th

Trinity Clements—February 2nd Samira Janna Wanonna—February 16th

Cordell Cody– February 2nd Cyanna Imani Johnson—February 17th

Calvin Johnathan Cody—February 2nd Afridi John—February 18th

Corey Cody—February 2nd Theodore Dilmohamed—February 19th

Edrees Pohmal— February 3rd Dylan Ramjattan– February 20th

Kameron Russell– February 3rd Jaden Elias Pagan—February 20th

Alicia Gooding—February 3rd Mishone Wilson—February 21st

Eden Denson Saphyr—February 3rd Keyshawn Profitt—February 21st

Madison Whitfield—February 5th Villator Roldan—February 22nd

Mark Goodman—February 5th Latanya Williams—February 23rd

Mark Anthony Brooks—February 7th Jordan Waugh– February 23rd

Marc Anthony Stephens, Jr.—February 7th Sarah Rosario—February 24th

Mariam Bah—February—February 7th Daniel Francis—February 24th

Jayda Alicia Jenkins—February 10th Mahreen Rahman—February 26th

Antania Eastman– February 10th Saniah Mariah Jones—February 28th

Christian Tyrel Cody—February 10th Jeremiah Marvi Jones—February 28th

Kevon Daniel Profitt—February 11th

Sakib Anwar Fahim—February 11th

Tuwan Assan Williams—February 13th

FEBRUARY 2018

VALENTINE’S DANCE

Sponsored by the PTA Committee

Friday, February 9th—6:00 P.M.—8:30 P.M.

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PTA Meeting

Wednesday, February 14th @ 5:30 PM

Thursday, February 15th @ 8:30 AM

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S.A.V.E. Leaders Bake Sale

February 12th, 13, 14th

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February 15th

“Shop talk”

Bowling Night

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Mid Winter School Recess begins February 16th— 23rd

Tuesday, February 27th—Wellness Workshop 8:30 AM

SAVE THE DATE

Saturday, March 24th

“Building the Inner Child”

March 30th

COMMUNITY LIBRARIES

Central Library 89-11 Merrick Boulevard, Jamaica, NY

Baisley Park Library 117-11 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY

After School Tutorial Program

Ages 6 - 10

122-20 Merrill Street

(Off Basiley and Merrick Boulevards)

Emphasis on Reading & Math

REMBRANT AND PICASO

Swastik Nag & Mahreen Rahman

PS4

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Congratulations Class 191!!

1-191 has 3 of 6 scholars among the top 100 MyOn Readers!!!!

MS. J. BARRY’S

FUTURE ISAAC NEWTON’S

PS48 Black History Celebration

Thursday, February 15, 2018

The Harlem Renaissance

“Reflection and RebiRth”