During the next 10 days there are three events planned for the high school where we will celebrate different aspects of Brazilian culture. Next week the focus will be on Bahian culture. We are certainly fortunate to have the support of so many talented and dedicated parents. This support makes the events even more special. Tuesday, September 3 @ the High School Assembly we have the pleasure of listening to Marina De La Riva perform the music of Bahia. (1:10 - 1:50 pm in the auditorium) On Thursday, September 5 the PTA will present exhibits throughout the hallways. You can bet that we'll all be treated to the culinary treats of Bahia. (8:15 am - 3:10 pm)
One Monday, September 9 Dr. Mailson da Nobrega will present to the High School student body on O Brasil deu certo. E agora? (Brazil has worked. And now?) (1:00 - 1:45 pm in the auditorium)
If you're interested in learning more about our plans to partner with Challenge Success to study our culture then we hope that you will attend the April 17th HS PTA Coffee.
Challenge Success is a not-for-profit organization out of the Stanford University School of Education. Through a Graded Fund grant the middle and high schools will be surveying all students in the coming weeks. The organization is "Challenging this definition of success that starts with grades, GPA, and test scores..." and they assist community members with changing attitudes and behaviors that create unhealthy environments. The survey asks students about
student engagement;
teacher support and care;
academic integrity;
academic worry;
parent goals and expectations;
homework and extra-curriculars;
health and well-being.
We are flipping the meeting and ask that parents who attend Wednesday's coffee preview the following videos. This will provide you with information on some of the Challenge Success ideas.
In this short video, Denise Pope, Co-Founder of Challenge Success discusses the mission of the organization. One of her key quotes is, "Reflect on a broader definition of success."
Denise Pope speaking to parents about homework, sleep, stress, extracurricular activities.
