January is School Board Appreciation Month

As we celebrate School Board Appreciation Month, we want to take a moment to recognize the invaluable contributions of our dedicated Board of Directors. Their unwavering commitment to our charter school community has been instrumental in shaping our school into a thriving hub of learning and growth.

Why Charter Schools Matter

Our charter school offers a unique educational experience that is:

• Tuition-Free: Accessible to all families in our community, regardless of their financial situation.
• Safe and Secure: Providing a nurturing and supportive environment where students can learn and thrive.
• Community-Focused: Partnering with parents, teachers, and the broader community to create a strong educational foundation for our students.

The Role of Our Board

Our Board of Directors plays a crucial role in ensuring the success of our school. They:

• Set the Vision: Establish a clear and inspiring vision for our school’s future.
• Make Informed Decisions: Carefully consider all options and make sound decisions that benefit our students.
• Provide Oversight: Monitor the school’s operations and financial health.
• Advocate for Our Students: Represent our school’s interests at the local, state, and federal levels.
• Recruit and Support Quality Staff: Help attract and retain talented educators who are passionate about our mission.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our Board members for their tireless efforts. Their dedication and expertise have made a significant impact on the lives of our students.

Let’s take a moment to thank our Board members for their invaluable contributions. Their commitment to our school’s mission is truly inspiring.

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Barber Prep received national news coverage from NBC when they featured our Glasses Celebration on their Good News Tonight program. More than 100 students received glasses as part of a partnership between Wayne County and Vision To Learn with support from the Detroit Pistons.

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Ready to join our amazing school?

Accelerate to Great offers after-school and 6 weeks of summer programming for students throughout Wayne County and connects with families to provide wraparound support.

• Academic Enrichment
• Social Emotional Learning
• STEM
• Physical Fitness
• Art
• Games
• Field Trips
• Free Snacks & Dinner

Wayne Metro’s A2G After School Program is run with the support of the Michigan Department of Education and 21st Century Community Learning Centers.

Register at: https://waynemetro.tfaforms.net/4849165

Congratulations to Barber Preparatory Academy on winning an Outstanding Student Enrollment Award at ACCELence2024, the annual leadership summit hosted by ACCEL Schools.

 “It is an honor to recognize the staff and leadership who share our mission and strive to make quality education available to all children,” said ACCEL Schools CEO Ron Packard who presented the awards on July 10.

Recognizing the hard work and success of schools, teachers, and principals is an important tradition at ACCEL Schools, a network of 98 public charter schools serving PK-12 students. The Accelys are awarded to schools with outstanding operational and academic results including student attendance, teacher retention, enrollment growth & retention, fiscal responsibility, benchmark assessments, and state testing. Additional awards recognize outstanding teachers and administrative leaders within the ACCEL Schools network.

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Ready to take the next step and join us?

The team from Local 4 News talked with Principal Arnold and RVP Pamela Farris on Tuesday, June 3rd, as part of their 24 hours in Highland Park. Watch the interview as they discuss Barber Prep’s STEM and outreach initiatives and growth at www.clickondetroit.com.

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Ready to join us here at Barber Prep?

Congratulations to our amazing scholars for winning third place in the Celebrate Detroit Half-time Show Pitch Competition. Our scholars did an amazing job presenting their concept on the theme “The Future of Detroit.” Thank you to The Avalon Village Third Man Records STEAM Revolt, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and GAIA for
sponsoring this event! Thank you to Mama Boniswa for inviting us! The scholars had fun creating their concept and sharing it in front of the audience!

Thank you Board of Education President Janet Spight White for coming out to read to our kindergarten scholars!!

Thank you Kim McDade for allowing Pamela Farris & Principal Arnold to share all the great things about Barber on Positively HP Radio.

Mayor McDonald read and answered questions from Barber Preparatory Academy’s kindergarten Scholars!!!!!

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Barber Preparatory Academy Black History Program was a huge success!   Students grades K-8 grade researched men and women who has made and continues to make a significant difference across the world.