S.P.A.R.K Club Times
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S.P.A.R.K Club Times
SPECIAL POINTS OF INTEREST: Enrollment Numbers O C T O B E R I S S U E O C T O B E R 2 0 1 2 S.P.A.R.K Staff Spotlight S.P.A.R.K Club Times Power Hour Incentive Program Lion King Birthdays We’re Off To A Great Start! Thank you to each of you who have taken the time to register your child for our program. This is the best start that we’ve had with regards to enrollment numbers. On our official roster, we have 100 students enrolled in the program. Our average daily attendance ranges between 70-75 students each day! We’re very excited to get the opportunity to work with your son or daughter. Every day is a new opportunity to build relationships, learn more about your child, and hopefully give them positive experiences that they will not soon forget! sure to keep the kids interested and wanting to come back for more ! We have worked diligently to try and provide fun and engaging activities on a consistent basis that is Power Hour Incentive Program Power Hour is our mandatory homework completion time. New to the program this year is our Incentive Program. How it works, is each student is eligible to earn points for the following categories: attendance –1, arrived on time-1, came prepared-4, used time wisely-3 worked on homework-5, read a book-2, or used Study Island-1, bonus points can also be earned for above and beyond efforts. The maximum points that can be earned per day is 14 points. Over a three week period these points are tracked. (cont. page 2) P AGE 2 Incentive Program Continued At the conclusion of the three weeks, points will be totaled and students who earn points between 100-126+ will be eligible for the “Power Party” for that month. Parties can range from a special outing, i.e. Pumpkin Patch, Bowling, Skating , special activity in house, or special snack such as a pizza party! The goal of the program is to help reinforce the importance of academic excellence. Most often it is true that simply turning in homework assignments consistently and on time is what makes the biggest difference when it comes to passing classes successfully! Our trip to the Lion King! 32 were eligible, but only 10 were lucky enough to capture the prize! Recently, 10 S.P.A.R.K. participants were invited to see the Broadway production of Disney’s, “The Lion King”. These students were eligible for the prize drawing due to their consistent attendance to club everyday, participating in Power Hour, and having stayed through at least one full activity rotation! Prior to the show everyone enjoyed a spaghetti dinner, with salad, breadsticks, and punch. We think it is safe to say they all enjoyed the show. Every one of them were on the edge of their seats, the entire three hours of the show! Congrats once again! Pictured Above Front Row (L to R) Jared, Shane, Alex, Cameron Back Row (L to R) Lauren, Nicolas, Katy, Paige, April, William S.P.A.R.K CLUB TIMES OCT OBER ISSUE P AGE S.P.A.R.K Staff Spotlight Lauren Peil Miss Lauren as the kids call her, is working on just her eighth month of being a Program Supervisor, but she comes with a wealth of knowledge and a true passion for our kids’ success. A few things about Miss Lauren: Her favorite color is purple, she likes to “cook mini pizzas, (with the kids) because they are so delicious”. In her spare time she enjoys watching and participating in sports and hanging out with her family. She enjoys working with kids because “they always bring something new and interesting to each day”. If she had a limitless budget an improvement she’d make to the club would be, “providing more field trips for the kids like the Lion King and to Kansas City so everyone would have a chance to participate.” Hugh Mason Only here for three weeks, but already making a huge impact is Hugh! He enjoys any outdoor activity such as camping, fishing, hunting, and surfing! His favorite day of the week is Sunday (Football and Relaxing)! He enjoys working with kids because as he states, “Kids are our future, they help me stay focused on current events, and it allows me to give back the care and support that others gave (him).” Hugh added that if he had a limitless budget he’d like to have more space in the classrooms, and add a water park/amusement park! 3 UPCOMING EVENTS Tiffany Jones Mentor Coordinator / Support Services S.P.A.R.K Program Site Coordinator 900 W. Grand Haysville, Ks 67060 Phone: 316-680-5196 Thursday, October 25th—Fall Party (Participants do NOT need to bring anything special, just expect to have fun!) Tuesday, October 30th– Power Party Fax: 316-554-2256 E-mail: [email protected] (Parents/Students will be notified with more info the week of October 22-25th) Thursday, November 8th– Dinner Theater (More details to come….this will be a family event here at the club. Dine while watching our very own Drama Club entertains us.) Happy Birthday to You!! October 1st - Alan October 6th - Storm October 9th - Collin October 10th - Kristopher October 11th - Layton October 11th - Logan October 18th - Shawn October 28th - Tara October 28th - Skyler We hope you all enjoy your special day!!