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Volume 22
The Furman Forum August/September 2019




Dr. Evelyn Perry Ladaisha Ballard Rosalind Lockwood Wanda Best
Principal Assistant Principal Executive Director Board President
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Furman L. Templeton

Look What’s New In This

Month’s Issue!




★ Vision & Mission Statement…..Pages 3-4

FLT’s Mission & Vision Statement,


Important Dates, Principal says




★ Core Values………………………..Pages 5-6

FLT’s Core Value of the month





★ Content Update & Tips…………………….Page 7
Furman L. Templeton Preparatory Health/Wellness, & More
Academy

1200 Pennsylvania Avenue,
Baltimore, MD 21217 ★ Special Recognitions/FLT News…………….Pages 7-8
furmantempletonprepacademy.com
School Information


FLT Clubs




★ Attendance Updates……………………………..Page 10

Attendance Updates, Goals, & Tips
Like Us On Facebook:
Furman L. Templeton Preparatory Academy

★ Community School News……………………..Pages 11-12

Meet the CSC, School Partners, & More
Follow Us On Twitter @FLTprepacademy


★FLT Events………………………………………….Page 13

Events & Parent Breakfast Schedule
ollow Us on Instagram @FLTempleton



★Resources…………………………………………..Page 14-33

Community Resources, Upcoming Events, & More




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Furman L. Templeton Preparatory Academy






Our Mission

To accelerate the opportunities and outcomes for our children by demanding nothing but
excellence from the students, staff, and the community.



Our Vision

Accelerating the academic achievement of all students, in partnership with the entire
community, to ensure that students have the attitudes, skills, and proficiencies needed to
succeed in college and in the 21st century global workforce.








Important Dates & Upcoming Events



● August 12: First Day of School

● August 20: PTO Meeting in the PAC Room


● August 23: Parent Breakfast & Workshop

● August 29: Back to School Night






The complete 19-20 SY Calendar with important dates may be
found towards the end of this newsletter






Parent Information



PARENT Next PTO Meeting:

September 17, 2019
FLT PAC Room @4pm



September 20, 2019
For more parent information check out the resource 7:45 am - 8:45 am
September 20, 2019 guide at the end of the newsletter and the parent Cafeteria
8:45 am - 9:45 am engagement corner next to the main office.
Cafeteria

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Principal Says






Greetings to FLT Parents/Guardians:




Good-bye to summer and welcome to the beginning

of the 2019-2020 school year. This is the time of year
when you, your children and the staff of Furman L.

Templeton Preparatory Academy make, what I call,
“School Year Resolutions”. It’s sort of like “new
year’s resolutions” but the things I promise to do for

the new school year. Here are my new school year
resolutions:


· I will support our teachers, you , and our students in creating school climate and

culture where every child and parent feels welcomed, safe, and loved.


· I will enhance school and parent relations by taking a “personal touch and interest” in
student, staff and parent concerns.


· I will always be a bridge, when needed, between you and your child’s teacher. When you
call or text, I will respond as soon as possible.


· I am interested in what you think about our school so I am here to listen if you want to

share.


· And most importantly---I will always put students first. It’s not what’s best for me.
It’s not what’s best for you. It is what’s best for the kids.






I hope you and your child have the best school year, ever. Stay connected with the school,
the teachers and the administration. All of us have big dreams for your children. Together

we are a TEAM.


Team Work Makes The Dream Work.





Sincerely,

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Dr. Evelyn M. Perry, Principal

Core Value








This month’s core value is respect. Respect throughout a
school building helps ensure safety and learning which is
the number one thing each of us is charged with. Respect is

defined as a feeling of deep admiration for someone or
something elicited by their abilities, qualities, or
achievements. Michelle Obama once said, “We learned

about gratitude and humility- that so many people had a
hand in our success, from the teachers who inspired us to
the janitors who kept our school clean…any we were taught
to value everyone’s contribution and treat everyone’s
contribution and treat everyone with respect.




” Here at Furman, it is our continued mission to ensure that all stakeholders are treated
respectfully through positive word choice, action, and affection. It was through respect
that I was able to listen long enough to the words and lessons of my elders that were
necessary for the development of strong character, critically thinking skills, and

empowered spirit. Kindness and courteous is free but so necessary in a space filled with
people of different backgrounds, upbringing, and stories. Let’s continued our combined
effort to teach our students the power and benefit of respect through honest

conversations, positive modeling, and accountability. We are building SUPERHEROES in
our very own backyard. It is up to us to teach them how to use their powers for good and
not evil and it starts with RESPECT.































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Core Value






Respect: due regard for the feelings, wishes, rights, or traditions of others.







Ways to show respect include but is not limited to:


1. What does it feel like to be respected?


2. What does it feel like to be disrespected?


3. What role does respect play in your relationships

with friends and family?


4. What are some respectful behaviors?


5. How important is respect in our lives? Why?


6. Do you consider yourself to be a respectful
person? Why or why not? In what ways do you show
respect to others?



Ways to discuss respect with your child and/or family include:


● Don’t insult people or make fun of them.
● Listen to others when they speak.

● Value other people's opinions.
● Be considerate of people's likes and dislikes.
● Don't mock or tease people.
● Don't talk about people behind their backs.

● Be sensitive to other people's feelings.
● Don't pressure someone to do something he or she doesn't want to do.
















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Content Update







Illuminating Intervention


The intervention team at FLT is hard at work completing pretests with all of the students in the
school in reading and math. The pretest data will be used to track the students’ progress and to
identify students that may be in need of support by the intervention team. After testing is
completed, the parents of students identified for intervention services will be notified via letter.
Students that are identified for the intervention program will receive support every day from an
interventionist. All referrals for intervention (including Reading Partners) will go through the
Intervention department. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Benton.


The Gifted and Advanced Learning (GAL) program will continue this year! Last year, we had 29
students in the GAL program in grades K through 5. Students in Kindergarten this year will taking
the Naglieri Non-verbal Ability Test (NNAT3) in the coming months to identify those students
needing gifted and advanced programming. If you need more information about our gifted
program, please see our school website!

If you would like to know more about how to support your child at home, do not hesitate to ask!
Mrs. Benton is available on Wednesdays to provide support for families. Please contact her by email
at [email protected] or call 443.836.6439 to schedule an appointment.












This year, we continue to partner with Healthier Generation to provide health and wellness opportunities for
students, families, and staff. Throughout the year, we will have many activities and fundraisers that support
our goals of bringing health and wellness to our school community. At the end of the school year, our
culminating event will be the Furman Fit Festival!

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On September 12 , we will have our first Furman Fitness Day Fundraiser. Students who choose to participate
in the fundraiser will pay $3 to dress in workout clothes for the day, participate in a group workout session,
and receive a healthy snack to re-energize after the workout. Stay tuned for a flyer with more information
about the upcoming Fitness Day and other activities!

Wellness tip for September: Water is the best choice for fluid consumption for people age 6 months and
older! Did you know that the human brain is 70% water! Consuming water instead of juice and/or sports
drinks is healthier for your brain and your body! Australian researchers have found that children that drink
who drink 16 oz. of juice or more per day are twice as likely to be overweight or obese. Sparkling water is also
a great substitute for soda. This month, when you’re thirsty, skip the juice and grab some water! If you need
some zest, add a lemon or lime!





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Special Recognitions








Pre- K Kindergarten 1st Grade


1.Jaleah Powell
1. Malaya Arnold 2. Mackenzie Stewart 1. Taylor Terry
2. Layla Harris 3. Jennifer 2. Erwin Scofield
Jackson-Morris 3. Samaj'ya Bowens








2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade



1.Bobbi Jones 1. Nila Pierre 1. Tyler Webb
1. Azarion Alexander 2. Kayla Vandiver 2. Caden Singletary
2.Zy’aira Currie 3. Malachi Glascoe 3. Jontay Chase
3.Kayla Keels
4.Ja’Nell Simms-Parker



























Ms. Leesa Hatcher Ms. Shipman
















Rachele Jones Ms. Beachley Ms. Davis

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FLT NEWS




School Information


Breakfast Start Time: 7:30 a.m. (New time)
School Start Time: 7:45 a.m.
Dismissal Time: 2:25 p.m.

● Pre-k to 1st grade pickup location: Blacktop behind brick wall on Pennsylvania Ave
● 2nd to 5th grade pickup location: Black top near basketball court off of Dolphin St
NOTE: We DO NOT follow the BCPS Early Release Days newly scheduled for SY 19/20.
● No early dismissals after 2:00 p.m.
● Must show i.d. to enter school building
● School-wide uniform: Khaki pants/short/skirt, Navy blue (or white) polo style top (or button up shirt)
and closed-toe shoes

● No double parking










FLT Clubs





Choir Club will be starting on Friday 9/6/19- during school

clubs, the after-school practices will begin in mid-September.
All children who want to participate in the school choir club

should also sign-up for Child First After School Program. This
year the program will be co-lead by Mrs. Rose and Mrs. Davis.




























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Attendance Updates




Tardy Program
Objective: Reduction of tardiness of
Attendance Plans Plan: Each homeroom class has developed their
students w/10+ tardy in a month to 5 or
less tardy in a month.




Perfect Attendance Incentive




own attendance plan and an incentive program.
Talk to your child’s homeroom teacher for
details on what the attendance plan, so that your
child can earn the incentive.






















Attendance Percentages Grade August
Attendance
%

FLT is serious about attendance. Our talented staff FLT Avg. 90.02%
cannot teach unless students attend school. There is
a district-wide focus on student attendance. Again
this year, there will be mandatory hearings at school Pre-K 92.37%
headquarters for the parents of students with poor
attendance. Each month the newsletter will include
this chart so students and parents can review K 90.82%
attendance averages. Parents track your student’s
daily attendance. 1 87.76%


2 86.69%


FLT’s Attendance 3 92.02%
Goal: 94.0% 4 91.60%




5 89.63% 10

Community School News



Partnerships at FLT

● Child First ● Promise Heights

● B’More for Healthy ● Leveling the Playing Field
Babies ● Breath Mobile


● Arts Every Day ● Greater Baltimore Urban
● Reading Partners League

● YMCA ● MD Food Bank

● New Fit Sports Program ● Chicago Parent

● ElmSeed Foundation
● Little Flowers For more information Contact:
Meaghan Tine, LMSW
Community School Coordinator






Partnership Highlight



Equip Kids For Success.

Help us continue putting sports equipment in the community!

hands of those less fortunate by donating your used sports equipment.


Leveling the Playing Field gives underprivileged children the opportunity to enjoy the
mental and physical benefits of youth sports participation. We do this through the
donation of used and excess sporting equipment to programs and schools serving
low-income communities.






For more information contact:

Meaghan Tine, Community School Coordinator
410-207-3602
[email protected]












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Community School News






The Promise Heights Team at FLT

Meaghan Tine, Community School Coordinator
410-207-3602
[email protected]

Linda Callahan, Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant
401.207.3664
[email protected]

Nikea Taylor,

Latoria Mackey, Activate Site Coordinator
443- 813- 1522
[email protected]







Promise Corps: We have experienced AmeriCorps working here at FLT.
Their mission is to address absences and provide supports and services to
students and families.

Dozetta Lewis, Student Services Coordinator

Maoti Gborkrquellie, Student Services Coordinator

D’Marcus Warrick-McPherson, Student Services Coordinator








Mental Health Updates:

This year we are excited to have a variety of different opportunities for Mental Health Support for our children. We
have added a school Social Emotional Learning Curriculum which will be rolled out to the children the week on 9/10
and will run the entire school-year, we have increased our focus on our school core-values with dedicated time daily
to work on the core values and lessons.

We have expanded our school interns from 2 last year to 5 this year to run social skills groups, individual and family
counseling sessions as well as referrals for additional wrap around services available to all students.

We have continued our agreement with Villa Maria Expanded School Mental Health to service up to 30 students in
need of therapy and psychiatric support.

We have 2 mentoring programs for children in grades 2 -5 - C&C Advocacy offered to 70 boys and Developing
th
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Optimistic Poised Educated Girlz Mentoring program after school on Tuesdays for girls up to 50 girls in grades
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3 -5 .
If you feel your child is in need of additional mental Health Services you can contact Mrs. Rose (room 207)
410-396-0882 to set up and meeting and referral.

FLTPA EVENTS




Events



Event Title Event Details



Block Party August 9, 2019
In Gym
12 noon- 3 p.m.


H.E.A.R.T August 16,, 2019
Market At the Auditorium Lobby
1:30 p.m.- 3:15 p.m.

PTO August 20, 2019
In the PAC
4 p.m. -5 p.m.

Parent Breakfast August 23, 2019
Main Lobby
7:45 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.


Back to School Night August 29 ,2019
Schoolwide
5:00pm-7:00pm



Parent Breakfast /Workshop Schedule SY 19/20



Date Theme Location


August 23rd What’s new at Furman? Cafeteria

September 20th Right From the Start Main Lobby/ PAC Room


October 25th How and When to Ask for Help Main Lobby/ PAC Room

November 22nd Having an Attitude of Gratitude Main Lobby/ PAC Room

December 13th Financial Freedom Cafeteria


January 17th Stress Relief Main Lobby/ PAC Room

February 21st Resilience, Trauma, and Black Main Lobby/ PAC Room
Mental Health


March 20th Raising Strong Women Main Lobby/ PAC Room

April 24th Healthy Living Main Lobby/ PAC Room

May 15th Summer Fun and Safety Cafeteria
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Resource Guide


1. Workshop & Upcoming Event Flyers




○ Parent Breakfast/ Workshop



○ PTO Meeting




○ Parent Consignment Shop



○ Parent Punch Card




○ H.E.A.R.T. Market



○ Millions Father’s March



○ B-L.I.T. Workshop & Fair




○ Curbside Courtesy



2. Clubs & Organizations




○ Center For Urban Families



3. Menus




○ Breakfast Menu



○ Lunch Menu



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School Year 19-20 CALENDAR























































































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