Pictures From Our Last Day

Thank you, and be safe!

To my students,

Thank you for a wonderful class last Wednesday. Congratulations to Quwanna for Most Improved Reader and Jesus for Most Improved Writer. Congratulations to Jesus and Esther for Best Attendance. Also, praise to Quwanna, Jesus, and David for cycling out of our program into GED programs. Overall, I am proud of everyone for their dedication to our class and improvement!

We had another delicious feast, reflecting the generosity of our class members. I will have the photos up soon.

Remember if you are returning for the Fall Cycle, come to the library on 9/13 at 5pm with your score slip so you can reserve your spot in class.

Be safe during this hurricane-- hoping you find a safe place to go, as I know many of you live in the evacuation areas.
All my best to you, and please stay in touch!
Karen

Upcoming Dates to Remember

Hello everyone!

The cycle is winding down, and we only have two more classes left. I can't believe our class is almost over.

Wed. 8/16- Individual conferences with Karen to discuss your test scores and next steps
Mon. 8/22- No class
Wed. 8/24- Last class- Awards, certificates, dinner-- celebration for your hard work!

*If you were absent for any of our testing dates, you will take the test on Wed. 8/16.*

I am incredibly impressed by your dedication and progress- especially with regards to essay writing! I have seen you all improve so much in organizing your thoughts. With this kind of writing, I see you doing well on the essay portion of your future GED tests.

Thank you for being a great class. See you on Wednesday!
Karen

The Literacy Review Celebration 2011

Check out a clip from Jesus's reading of his poem, "The Treasure I Seek" at 5:37! Congratulations again, Jesus!

Welcome!

Greetings, Summer Students!

It was wonderful meeting you on Wednesday. You carry a lot of positive energy with you, and I know it's going to be a strong summer cycle together. I look forward to reading your essays and talking about them with you.

Remember that this Monday, we will be taking the math test. Be ready!

As promised, here is the link to FREE NYC OUTDOOR MOVIES (my favorite NYC activity!):
http://www.theskint.com/2011/06/skints-2011-free-outdoor-summer-movies.html

Enjoy and see you on Monday!
Karen

Congratulations to...

To the graduates of the Spring 2011 cycle: Congratulations on 10 weeks of persistence and hard work. This time of year can be a difficult time to remain consistent, as the weather is beautiful-- I'm sure you would have much rather been on the Boardwalk than in the library. You came to class until the end and improved so much.

A special congratulations to Eric Turnage, Hajrie Demushi, Sondra Brewer, and Irene Vuong who have placed into GED programs. WE WILL MISS YOU and hope you will stay in touch with us as you get your GEDs soon. Irene made the biggest improvement, increasing by over 4 reading levels. Well done, Irene!

Additional praise goes to Jesus Gonzalez for achieving PERFECT ATTENDANCE with 60 hours.
Sam Delshad improved the most in our class in math, scoring 1.5 points higher at the end of the cycle. We hope to see you again next cycle, Sam!

The registration for the next cycle will be next Monday, July 11th at 5pm. Please bring your score slips to the library to save a spot for the Summer Cycle. Summer classes begin on Wednesday, July 13th at 5pm.

Congratulations again for your strong work this Spring.
Karen

Congratulations to the BPL Pre-GED Coney Island Spring 2011 Graduates!