Panther's Afterschool
Parent Tid Bits - 9/26/2014
What is Texas ACE (Afterschool Centers on Education)?
At our Texas Empowerment ACE™ program, we are making significant strides in helping to provide the skills students will need to succeed in the classroom and make a difference in our community. Our program offers innovative activities that reinforces what they are learning during the school day and exposes students to a variety of learning methods through hands-on activities. This program is administered by TEA and funded by the 21st CCLC Program administered by the US Department of Education.
TEXAS ACE AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM INFORMATION SHARING
Below are some updates about our Texas ACE Afterschool programming.
- Since we have not had attendees on the middle school campus, at this time ZUMBA on Tuesday's and Thursday's has been CANCELLED until further notice. Look for the announcement for our periodic and fun Zumba Explosion's.
- Flag Football games are on hold. As soon as we know the new schedule it will be sent home with your student and by email.
- Join us in supporting our Panther Band today as they perform during halftime for East Memorial at Nelson Field. (see date below)
- McCallum Fine Arts Academy is having a Showcase and Open House on Thursday, October 2nd 7:00 - 9:00 PM.
- I have had the opportunity to speak with some of you about Student Pick Up by the end of our ACE program at 6:00 PM. I am always happy to be of assistance however, I only ask that you share with me how I may best serve your family. I am available to talk when you arrive for pick up, as well as reachable by email and telephone to learn about your families needs. I look forward to chatting with you soon!
- If you will arrive after 6:00 PM please call the office.
- If you have any changes to your students van schedule I kindly ask that you email or call me by 3:00 PM. This allows for time to assess the situation and make any adjustments before the school day ends if necessary/
PROGRAMMING UPDATES
- During Homework Help students are given one (1) hour to begin their homework before clubs begin at 5:00 PM.
- With our Xcel tutoring students who need additional to meet their academic goals are receiving more 1-1 help during these sessions.
- Theatre has begun rehearsing the script for our December show! Rehearsals are Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 4:00 - 5:00 PM.
- The Dance Company has been putting in hard work learning their moves for our December show! Rehearsals are Monday - Friday 5:00 - 6:00 PM .
- Panther Band is jamming right along preparing for our December show! Rehearsals are 5:00 - 6:00 PM Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 5:00 - 6:00 PM.
- Our girls Volleyball team has been working hard and fighting hard each match! Come support them at their next game TODAY. (details below)
- G.E.M.S (Girls Experimenting with Math and Science) has been working on their vision books. They are covering composition books with encouraging words and pictures that remind them of their goals and dreams.
- NOVELty club is enjoying reading and their lovely discussions about Paradise by Toni Morrison.
- Entrepreneurship students are learning how to prep screens and will fill a screen printing order for shirts.
Mrs. Bufkin
ACE Program Manager
Tuesday's (9/29) volleyball game has been CANCELLED and will be rescheduled.
LIGHTS ON AFTERSCHOOL FAMILY EVENT
Parents you are invited to join your child as they showcase our after-school activities!!
Thursday, Oct 23, 2014, 05:30 PM
3613 Bluestein Drive, Austin, TX, United States
COME SUPPORT OUR UPCOMING EVENTS (UPDATED)
- Friday, September 26 - Volleyball Match at Austin Sports Center North Location, 5:30 - 7:00 PM
- Thursday, October 2 - McCallum Fine Arts Academy Showcase and Open House 7:00 - 9:00 PM
- Friday, October 10 - Panther Band performs for Eastside Memorial High School football game 7:30 - 11:00 PM at Nelson Field
- Thursday, October 23 - Lights On After School Family Event 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM.
* * * All volleyball matches held at the Austin Sports Center will be at the South Austin location (425 Woodward Street, Austin, TX 78704). Free seating is upstairs on the top level.
Texas Empowerment Academy - Middle School Campus
Email: gbufkin@texasempowerment.org
Website: www.texasempowerment.org
Location: 3613 Bluestein Drive, Austin, TX, United States
Phone: (512) 494-1076