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Important Dates
Fall Break- School Closed
October 5 - 12, 2015
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Family,
Are we doing enough for our children? Are we doing too much for our children? Are we stressing our children out? Is private school the answer to the education gap? Can you get the same quality and results from public schools? Why are black boys with energy seen as "aggressive" or quickly diagnosed with ADHD and their white counterparts seen as being "playful"? Why is it easier for black girls to become acclimated in private school or predominately white settings? Is it really easy or does it just look easy for black girls? What is a parent to do when he/she is trying to raise a strong, confident, successful, educated, productive black child in America? What is a parent to do...?
Well, these questions where the questions that filled the room after 30-40 of our families joined me to watch "American Promise". As an educator and mother, the docudrama was moving, but it was the discussions that followed that were pure MAGIC!
KIPP Vision Primary families are deeply committed to the journey. Not only did we grapple with these topics after the film, but the conversations continued the very next morning on the homeroom GroupMEs and via emails sent directly to me. You all want the very best for your scholars and hopefully American Choice opened your eyes to the possibilities and the challenges that we, as parents of children of color, face in America.
Here's what a few parents had to say...
I'm glad that I found KVP because I look at what those kids needed to know to be successful in that school ("Dalton" - the private school in the docudrama) and I'm grateful that you all are starting to instill that in them now.
The documentary has been on my mind. It was interesting to Google it and read comments from people who actually attended the school. I would like to see another where the kids were from single parent homes, just to see the difference.
I have three younger brothers that were all labeled in kindergarten. My mom put them in our churches private school and they were able to thrive! Matter of fact, one of my brothers is a master's prepared educator who now is the assistant principal of the same school.
I can say when (my son) was being distracted in school, someone was quick to say he may need medicine. I said "No, he doesn't!" I think our boys are quickly misdiagnosed so that they can receive unnecessary medicine that would probably actually slow them down. I am thankful that KIPP was willing to use various resources to determine how to work with (my son) before it was assumed he had a problem. Thank you @Dr. Wheda Carletos
I have to say that last night was awesome. The movie was great. I learned a lot and my eyes were opened to so much. I will say that I don't regret my decision one bit enrolling my kids in KIPP. This year has started out awesome. This year makes my 2nd year for my daughter. I have a sophomore at KIPP Collegiate and she is excelling exceptionally. KIPP is helping me to mold my son into a young man. KIPP may not be for everyone, but I have to say thanks to the staff starting from Dr. Carletos down to the teachers.
With my whole heart,
Dr. Wheda A. Carletos, Ph.D.
Principal
KIPP Vision Primary School
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Visionary of the Week
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Kindergarten
Crystalynn McCroery - UGA
Kameron McMichael - Spelhouse
Hector Tierrafria - GSU
Malasijah Hunter -UWG
1st grade Preston Smith - Wesley Lon'dahn Thomas- Spelhouse
Kyleigh Williams- UNC
NA - UGA
2nd grade Teddrick Seays - Maryville Kerstin Poole- Emory Safari Slaton - Morris Brown Maaliah Irving - CAU
*The Visionary lunch will be Monday, October 19 at the scheduled lunch times. This will be a combined lunch that includes our Visionaries from the week before fall break.
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| Week At A Glance |  Here's an overview of what scholars will be learning the week of October 19 - October 23, 2015 (click on the blue links below to view the documents).
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| Partners In Action |
Final Step Team Tryouts -Thursday, October 22, 4:00 - 5:00 PM - Open to all grades
Please complete an online permission slip if you would like for your child to participate in this final tryout session. All scholars will need to be picked up by a parent or guardian immediately after. As you know, there is no after care at KVP.
KVP Food Drive Continues to November 20
Thank you for your generous contributions so far. The scholars love saying, "I've got cans!". Please bring or send in the following most needed items: peanut butter, canned tuna, canned beans, canned soups, stews, and pasta, 100% fruit juice, boxed macaroni and cheese dinners, whole grain, low sugar cereals.
Save the Dates
Wednesday, November 19, 5:30 - 7:00 PM, Thanksgiving Celebration, KIPP Atlanta Collegiate High School
Wednesday, December 16, 5:30 - 7:00 PM, Holiday Performance, KIPP Atlanta Collegiate High School
Upcoming Field Trips
Wednesday, November 11, Southern Belle Farms (Kindergarten); permission slips due by Monday, November 9
Tuesday, November 17, Cobb Energy Center, "Feet Don't Fail Me Now" performance (K-2); permission slips due by Friday, November 13.
New to KVP?
We are so glad that you have joined our KVP family. We know you have many questions as you and your scholar get adjusted to your new school community. Therefore, we are offering you a standing invitation to visit the school on any Friday morning at 7:50 AM for our Friday celebration and Village Meeting. This will be followed by a mini-orientation from 8:30 -9:00 AM. We look forward to seeing you soon.
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Thank you, parents, for supporting our flag football team this season. The boys gave it their all and the coaches guided them every step of the way. We finished the season strong, with a valiant effort at the playoff game on Saturday. It came down to the last 10 seconds, but we were unable to pull off the win. We would also like to thank our cheerleaders for their spirit and encouragement throughout the games.
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| PTA News |
General Body Assembly
October 22, 2015 6:30 p.m.
Auditorium
Come be an active voice for PTA advocacy. We will also be discussing preparation and plans for many events for the remainder of the school year.
Do you have leadership skills? Do you want to take an active role in your scholar's PTA? If so, we have need for volunteers! To learn more, meet us at our meeting next Thursday.
Give Thanks!
Please join us as we express our gratitude approaching this Thanksgiving season. On Saturday, October 24, 10:00- 11:00 AM, parents and students will meet for a community service activity. Then we will gather to fellowship during lunch from 11:00 - 12:00 noon. In order to make the social a success, we are asking each homeroom to bring one pot of the best homemade chili with chili topping (cheese, sour cream, chives, crackers, etc.) Also, please bring desserts and beverages; bowls, cups, spoons, and napkins for 40 people. Feel free to bring signature dishes to share. To sign up to bring items, please partner with parents in your child's class via the GroupMe app. Ms. Ulanda, KVP PTA Special Events Chair, will be assisting in the groups to facilitate this event!
Fall Legal Clinic, October 24, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sign up today for free 15 minute consultations with licensed Georgia attorneys practicing Family Law, Landlord/Tenant, Employment Law, Criminal Law, and other areas!
Sign up today before slots fill up:
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| Annual Title I Meeting | |
Please join KVC (KIPP Vision Academy and KIPP Vision Primary) for our
Annual Title I Meeting. The meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 28, 2015 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
During this meeting, we will discuss our school curriculum and academic
goals, our Title I school designation status, our parents' right to know,
and distribute our recently revised school/parent compact and parent
involvement policy.
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| Popcorn Fundraiser |
IT'S THAT TIME AGAIN! The Poppin' Popcorn fundraiser has returned just in time for the holidays! Our next fundraiser is presented by "The Goodies Factory". The Goodies Factory brochure encompasses a variety of gourmet popcorn flavors, whether you enjoy savory treats like Jalapeņo or White Cheddar, crunchy flavors like Buttery Caramel and Chicago Style, or sweet dessert flavors like Cookies & Cream and Peanut Butter Chocolate, there's something for everyone!
Here is the best thing! The profit (40% of total amount sold) from the items that you sell will go directly towards your child's fees for the end of the year trip! The top seller in each grade will receive a trophy and the top selling homeroom will win a pizza party. Let's get started! Click here to view the brochure.
Important Information:
Start: 10/16/15
End: 11/06/15
Orders due: 11/16/15
Delivery: 12/10/15
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Support our KIPP Cousins
Don't miss the Hawks take on the Lakers and Kobe's last game at Philips Arena, highlighted by the KIPP Atlanta Sounds of Royalty band performing before the game.
Harvest Fest
One of our community supporters, Impact Church, is sponsoring a free Harvest Fest on October 30, 2015 from 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. Join them for free candy, games, pumpkins, and trunk-n-treating!
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| Counselor's & Social Worker's Corner |
What is CCRPI?
CCRPI is a comprehensive school improvement, accountability, and communication platform for all educational stakeholders that will promote college and career readiness for all Georgia public school students. KVP will begin lessons with first grade CCRPI lessons next week for the following career clusters: - Transportation, Logistics and Distribution
- Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
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