Gallons Good News. July/August Newsletter

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1 Gallons Good News July/August Newsletter Greetings, I hope that this edition of Gallon's Good News finds each of you in the excitement, hope, and promise of the school year. As we have successfully welcomed back our students, I trust we have done so with an unabated commitment and passion to help them realize and achieve even higher levels of learning and life-long success. Despite recent events that have sought to distract and divide us as a nation, as members of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools family, we must commit to remain focused on that which unites and brings us all together, and helps to define our core mission and purpose-- -the education and uplift our students. As you continue to do this work, I encourage that you will do so with a spirit of dedication, integrity, and resiliency in your personal and professional endeavors. Have a positive, productive, and powerful school year. Let s go! Educationally, Ste ve Gal l o n I I I School Board Member, District 1 Visit our Website Follow School Board Member Dr. Steve Gallon III District 1 School and Faith-

2 Based Partnership Initiative Dr. Gallon was proud to host faithbased groups and school principals to celebrate the continuation of the District 1 School and Faith-Based Partnership Initiative. This initiative has joined District 1 schools and faith-based institutions and organizations in support of students in District 1. Specifically, the Adopt-a-School Program has supported students and schools through incentives, resources, tutoring, and mentoring. Thanks to all who have made this effort a success and remain committed for the school year. Summer Interns visit Board Member Dr. Steve Gallon III On July 26, 2017, Dr. Gallon met with student interns eager to learn more about the work and role of a duly elected School Board

3 member. They were reminded that anyone can be great because everyone can serve. Thanks to Board Chair Dr. Larry Feldman for stopping in to share a few words with the students. School Uniform Registration Event Dr. Gallon was proud to support children and families in District 1 at a very successful School Uniform Registration Event at Carol City Senior High School. Special thanks to Ms. Valtena Brown of School Operations, Mr. Jose Bueno and his team of North Region, Mr. Jamarv Dunn and his team for a successful event. Also, special thanks to Ms. Dynise Williamson for an outstanding job in facilitating this event.

4 Teach for America Training Program Dr. Gallon visited Linda Lentin K-8 Center to observe the progress of the Teach for America Teacher Training Program and to note their teaching and learning preparation. As a life-long educator and former teacher, Dr. Gallon always finds it a pleasure to see aspiring educators learn and prepare to teach and inspire our students. UPPAC Update

5 Dr. Gallon took time on July 8, 2017 to provide School Board updates on academics, legislation, budget, and construction at the weekly UPPAC Meeting. Antioch Missionary Baptist Church Celebrates Success in District 1 Dr. Gallon expressed gratitude and appreciation to Pastor Arthur Jackson III and the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church of Miami Gardens Family for a beautiful day of worship in honor of education in District 1. In addition to Dr. Gallon giving an update on the success in District 1,

6 Pastor Jackson recognized the leadership of the Carol City Middle School and Barbara Hawkins for their outstanding academic growth. These schools were adopted by Antioch through District 1's Faith Based Adopt-a-School Initiative. Barbara Hawkins increased from a C to an A. Carol City Middle School rose from an F to a C. Pastor Jackson also blessed each school with a check for $1, Association of Haitian Educators of Dade Back to School Breakfast Dr. Gallon was happy to attend and give remarks at AHED's Back to School Breakfast at the Joe Celestin Recreation Center. Ms. Carol Cortes, retired educator of Miami-Dade County Public Schools Dr. Gallon was proud to stand in salute and appreciation of Ms. Carol Cortes, Retired Educator of Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Ms. Cortes served as a principal, Region Superintendent, and Deputy Superintendent of School Operations throughout her career which spanned several decades. Dr. Gallon would like to thank his colleague School Board Member Maria T. Rojas for her leadership and sponsorship of this recognition.

7 Back to School Address Dr. Gallon was proud to join fellow School Board Members and Superintendent Carvalho as they attended the Opening of Schools address. The event showcased talent from all over M-DCPS and welcomed back administrators, teachers, and staff to the School Year. Law Politics Society on Island TV Dr. Gallon spent time with Andre Pierre discussing education in District 1 and the Miami-Dade County-Public Schools on Island TV's Law Politics Society. The Fountain of New Life Ministries Dr. Gallon met with the leadership and staff at The Fountain of New Life Ministries to discuss a partnership and potential event to benefit the students and community of District 1. Norland Middle School

8 Dr. Gallon visited Norland Middle School and its drama class. He was thrilled to see that the amazing work of drama teacher, Ms. Cidel continues. There is more to come. Stay tuned! Thomas Jefferson Middle School

9 Dr. Gallon stopped by Thomas Jefferson Middle School and was delighted to see that the students and teachers were engaged in the learning process. PENT Tab Crime Watch Meeting Dr. Gallon had a great time at the Pent Tab Crime Watch Meeting providing District 1 updates regarding school performance, construction, equity, including, and newly adopted state laws governing school accountability. It is always a pleasure encouraging and supporting the engagement of parents and community stakeholders. Community Conversation at Miami Carol City Senior High School Dr. Gallon, Region Administrators and Miami Carol City Senior High will host a "Community Conversation" meeting to discuss ways to advance education and uplift the students in District The Beat w/ Papa Keith Dr. Gallon joined Papa Keith of The Beat to discuss education and provide community updates on educational issues in District 1 and to invite the Community to the Town Hall Meeting scheduled for Thursday,

10 September 7, 2017, at 6:00 P.M. at Carol City Senior High School. Greater Florida Consortium of School Board Meeting Dr. Gallon was proud to participate in the Greater Florida Consortium of School Board Meeting to discuss upcoming legislative issues impacting public education. He joined two of his Board colleagues, Board Chair Dr. Larry Feldman and Board Member Maria T. Rojas along with School Board members from around the State of Florida. Best of Dade vs. Best of Broward High School Football Kick-Off

11 Dr. Gallon was proud to attend the Best of Dade and Broward High School Football Kick-Off between Carol City and Deerfield Beach. It was a great evening with the School Board members from Broward County, Superintendent Robert Runcie, and our very own Superintendent Carvalho and the Miami- Dade County district and school staff. He is always proud to come out and support our student athletes. Children's Trust 2017 Champions for Children Awards Luncheon

12 Dr. Gallon was proud to celebrate those who stand, speak, serve, and fight for our children at the Children's Trust 2017 Champions for Children Awards Luncheon on Friday, September 25, STAY CONNECTED