The STEM Weekly Stream
STEM Academy Family Newsletter
Week of October 3
Welcome to this week's edition of the STEM Weekly Stream. October is a busy month, and there are many events and activities coming up to be aware of. The After-School Program starts this week - information on programming and how to sign up is below. Also included is information on how to check Interim Grades through Home Access Center. As always, make sure to check the STEM Calendar for upcoming events, including Spirit Week & Homecoming.
After School Program
Opening Week of the After School Program
Each day, students who stay After School will have the opportunity to receive targeted assistance in their academic classes. Over the years, we have seen many students benefit from the extra support provided daily.
Additionally, there will be a number of clubs and activities available to students as well. These extra-curriculars allow students to gain valuable learning experiences while having fun and building relationships with their peers.
After School Programs
- Reading Olympics
- Gymnastics
- Drama
- Robotics Team
- Physical Fitness
- Choral Group
- Hi-Q Team
- School Newspaper
- Art Workshop
Additionally, daily tutoring is available in Math, ELA and Science, as well as College & Career Planning.
Click Below to Sign-Up!
ATTENDANCE
Attendance Reminder
STEM CALENDAR
SAT and PSAT - OCTOBER 12
Wednesday, October 12
12th Grade: SAT
10th-11th Grades: PSAT
7th-9th Grades: Regularly Scheduled Classes
PSAT Exam
Students also complete an extensive college and career interest survey along with the PSAT. Their responses are delivered to post-secondary schools and colleges that offer programming aligned with student interests. We encourage students to complete this survey thoughtfully. Students and families can expect to begin receiving information from colleges shortly after the PSAT is completed.
Be On Time
For Seniors, this will be the only SAT School Day prior to completing their college applications. If they miss, or arrive too late to begin the exam, they will need to schedule the SAT on their own.
For Sophomores and Juniors, this is the on PSAT administration date of the year. Missing this exam will prevent students from being able to take this important test this year.
ACADEMICS
First Interim Reports
Please see below if you have not yet signed up for Home Access Center. Printed copies of Interim Reports can be requested by calling the office at 610-447-3650.
Home Access Center
If you do not have your HAC set up yet, email Ms. Misha Memon (mmemon@chesteruplandsd.org). She will reply with your username, password and a link to the log in page.
We encourage All Students and Families to check HAC every day!
9th Grade Failure Letters
We must work with families of students who are struggling to ensure they get on a path to improvement quickly. Families of all 9th Grade students who received at least ONE Failing grade on their Interims will receive a letter this week to be signed and returned.
Included in the letter will be options to assist your student in improving their grades. The first step is to involve them in the After-School Program where they can receive extra tutoring and have time to complete missing assignments. Please be on the lookout for a letter if you have 9th Graders, and have conversations with your students about their grades and classes.
SPIRIT WEEK IS COMING UP
CLASS OF '23 UPDATES
College & Career Workshop: Wednesday, September 28
Each month, Seniors will be provided a morning during which they can fully concentrate on completing important tasks in preparation for their transition after graduation.
Voter Registration
To all our families, if you are not yet registered to vote on November 8, please use the link below!
CLIPPER CONNECTION
Dr. Parkinson's Newsletter
Parent Teacher Student Association - Get Involved!
If you're interested in helping out, please be in contact with Ms. Anita Littleton (alittleton341@msn.com) and/or Ms. Karla Beaver (beaverkarla66@gmail.com).
Chester Fire Department Block Party
ATHLETICS & EVENTS
Clipper Football Visit to Roxborough HS
Contact STEM
Email: bbell@chesteruplandsd.org
Website: https://www.chesteruplandsd.org/sas
Location: 1100 West 10th Street, Chester, PA, USA
Phone: 610-447-3650