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William Penn High SchoolJanuary 2013

Wilmington Affiliate

Connecting community

resources with schools

to help young people

successfully learn, stay

in school, and prepare

for life.

We believe that every

child needs and deserves

the Five Basics:

1. A one-on-one

relationship with acaring adult

2. A safe place to learnand grow

3. A health start andhealthy future

4. A marketable skill touse upon graduation

5. A chance to give

back to peers andcommunity.

CSI school-based

programs are designed to

provide students with atleast one of these REAL

basics.

Bill Milliken Cometo DelawareDecember 11th, 2012

William Penn CISThemanwhohelpedsparkthevisionofwha

nowCommunitiesinSchools,BillMilliken

visitedthestateofDelawaretohostaneven

BarclaysBankontheWilmingtonRiverfrontonDecember11th,2012.Atthefunction

filledwithbusinessexecutives,educators,students,parentsandcommunitymembers,

talkedabouthisfirst-handexperienceasahighschooldrop-outandhowchanginghiswouldleadtothethousandsoflivesthathavebeenchangedbyCommunitiesinSchoo

Billalsosignedcopiesofhislatestbook,FromtheRearviewMirrorwhichisavailable

yourlocalbookstore.

CIS Achieve Academy helps

reach out to the Sandy Hook

Community!

On Thursday December 20th, 2012 a groupof students from the CIS A.C.H.I.E.V.E.Academy participated in a school-wideeffort in an act of sympathy for the citizensof the Sandy Hook community inNewtown, CT. The students, staff andadministration of William Penn filledminiature hands made from constructionpaper with heart-felt messages of encouragement, sympathy and condolences.Teachers sold the hands for a $1 to help raise funds that would also go towards

supporting families and those who have lost loved ones from the tragedy. Ourthoughts and prayers extend to the Sandy Hook Community!

Upcoming Events:CIS Character Week: January 14

th 18

th, 2013

CIS Teen Speak: January 16th, 2013MLK Day of Service: Semester of Service Launch January 21st, 2013Washington DC Field Trip: January 25

th, 2013


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for life.



the Five Basics:

1. A one-on-one





5. A chance to give


CSI school-based


provide students with at

least one of these REAL

basics.

CIS Holiday Break Bowling Part

The William Penn CIS staff kickedoff the holiday/winter break with aStrrrrrrike at the BowleramaLanes in New Castle, DE onThursday Dec. 20th, 2012. Therewere a total of 5 lanes, all filledwith students waiting with red andwhite bowling pins in their eyes to

try their skill! This one of twosocial events coordinated by theWPHS CIS Staff to say enjoy yourwinter break to volunteers, as wellas students.

CIS Holiday Break 76ers GameFriday December 21st @ The Wells Fargo

Center

The CIS staff held its second of twosocial functions at the Wells FargoArena in Philadelphia, PA with agood ole basketball match-upbetween the Atlanta Hawks and the76ers. More than 20 studentspacked into seats to witness thegame. CIS at William Penn HighSchool were recognized duringhalftime on the message board.

CIS Delaware Holiday Party

CIS Delaware held their annual holiday party at the WashingtStreet Ale House located in Wilmington, DE on Tuesday Dec18th, 2012. This was a great time for the staff to come togetheand celebrate during a very busy winter season. Thank you CDelaware for hosting a great thank you for your staff!


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for life.



the Five Basics:

1. A one-on-one





5. A chance to give


CSI school-based




basics.

CIS hosts A Teenage Love:The Stageplay

Written & Directed by Aaron L. Wright

"A Teenage Love" is a creative, entertaining, educationaland captivating artistic experience. The students of WilliPenn High School absolutely loved the play and couldn't stalking about it from the moment the play ended to thefollowing weeks of school. Parents, teachers, administrat

and staff all enjoyed the professional, positive, and well-organized delivery of the production. CIS had the pleasurof hosting the play on two days Friday Dec. 7th andSaturday Dec. 8thone of our very own CIS alum; NajeeConner now stars as one of the lead actors in the play. In

addition to acting, Najee is a musical artist and attends the Art Institute ofPhiladelphia full-time. Thank you to all the staff, custodians, volunteers and plaparticipants who helped to make this event a huge success.

CIS Coat DriveSet to End MLK Day - Jan 21st

CIS launched its coat drive to help benefit the Delaware Clothing Bank onDecember 4th, 2012. The response has been absolutely amazing. Teachers, studand community members have been extremely generous in their giving! A specithank you to the brothers of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. who collected morethan 3 trash bags of coats to donate to the CIS William Penn effort! Keep up thegreat service!!!


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for life.



the Five Basics:

1. A one-on-one





5. A chance to give


CSI school-based




basics.

CIS STUDENTS FROMWILLIAM PENN & MCKEAN

GRADUATE FROM

DELAWARE TECHNICAL COMMUNITY

COLLEGE ON-TRACK PROGRAM

On December 7, 2012 Communities

In Schools students from McKean

High School and William Penn High

School graduated from the On Track

program at Delaware Technical &

Community College. Juniors

completed On Track 1: A College

and Life Skills Course and seniors

completed On Track 3: MasteringCollege Life.,

both one college credit courses. Thecourses gave students the

opportunity to learn about financial

aid counseling, SEED and scholarshipinformation, and the importance of acollege education. Students wereguided through the admissionsprocess and were administered theCollege Placement Test for Del Tech.A luncheon and ceremony took place to award students with certificates ofachievement and gift bags. Community members, high school staff andrepresentatives from local businesses were on hand to celebrate the students harwork and diligence.

*Special Congratulations to the following students:Alexandra Cummings, Francesca McClure, Jasmine Warren,

Marsadies Morse, Najah Mercer, Auston Buchanan, Richard Selby

Kendra Murray, Dushera Sequira, Kenny Ope, Letrea Lee,

Isiah Quinones, Malak Lunsford, Rabaquah Lunsford,

Victoria Wanaina, Kayla Edwards, Sonye Miller, Charisma Lowe

Cheryl Lloyd and Devon Beverly


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for life.



the Five Basics:

1. A one-on-one





5. A chance to give


CSI school-based




basics.

Student Spotlight

Elijah Harris

Elijah Harris is a first year cohort student, but by no means is he unfamiliar withCommunities in Schools. Elijah participated in the Gentlemans Club from 20112012 and the Jefferson Awards/Students In Action Committee, both of whichoperated through CIS collaborations. Prior to this year, Elijah had never receivegrade point average higher than a 2.0, however for his first marking period gradehe achieved a 2.5 grade point average. He is a promising junior and is lookingforward to his senior year next year; he certainly has a bright future ahead of him

Community Partner Spotligh

Ms. Brandy Rodgers

We are recognizing Ms. Brandy this month for her excellent leadership skills inPearls of Wisdom. She has been a positive role model in the lives of the youn

women she has mentored over the past year. Ms. Brandy has volunteeredher Wednesday afternoons to teach young female students valuable life lessons t

will hopefully be instilled in them once the program is complete. We show gregratitude for Ms. Brandys attendance and positive attitude toward the program

She is one of the important pieces that keep the pearls grounded. The young ladlook forward to many more sessions with Ms. Brandy filled with thought provok

conversations , good laughs ,and constructive criticism. With that being said wwould like to honor Ms. Brandy Rodgers with this award .


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for life.



the Five Basics:

1. A one-on-one





5. A chance to give


CSI school-based




basics.

Be a CIS Volunteer:YOU can make an impact!!

The following opportunities are available for community members, parents, etc.:

Lunch Time Mentoring- Eat lunch once a week with a student. Sharinggood conversation with friends over a meal is something we all love.

Lunches are in 30 minute segments. Which lunch schedule works best fo

you? Lunch A 11:00-11:30 Lunch B 11:30-12:00 Lunch C 12:00-12:30

After-school Tutoring- Many students just need that one-on-one attentiofor their ah-ha moment. Students could benefit from your help with

completing homework and/or class assignments, gaining confidence in

reading or math, and basic tutoring. Students can work with you one-on-

or in small groups.

Career Speakers- Come tell us your professional and personal journey.Many times success seems like a distant dream instead of an attainable

reality. Sharing your journey helps put things into perspective for ourstudents.

Attention ParentsStudents will not be allowed to

participate in CIS programs and events without prope

permission slips and documentation being returned pri

to appropriate deadlines. Thank you!

To learn more about CIS please contact:

Erika Potts or Adib Rushdan, 302-323-2800 x3126

Via Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

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