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The July program consists
of three and one half hours of reading and math instruction for three
weeks. Title I students work in small groups with certified reading and
math teachers to improve basic skills and discover that learning is
fun. This occurs because the teachers know their Title I students and
know how to teach them. Learning occurs around real life experiences
that the students present to class. The teacher-student ratio allows
students to work in small groups at learning stations covering
literature, reading, writing, math and art. The Successmaker computer
program provides additional support in building math and reading skills.
Students also take part in a writing program in which they write thank you notes to the job sites they visited.
Mid-School Program
The July program for mid-school students focuses on academics and includes SuccessMaker, an interactive computer program teaching math and reading skills. Students also work on math skills with resource teacher assistance. Recreation and art activities are part of the curriculum.
Prospective sixth graders are included in the program to help them build a peer support system to facilitating their transition from elementary to mid-school.
Summer Programs at Manzano and
West Mesa High Schools
One of the stark realities for
homeless youth is that being homeless does not take a break during the
summer. To support students in dealing with this reality, the Homeless
Project has made a commitment to run summer programs for students
across grade levels during the months of June and July. These programs
not only provide students with additional academic support, they also
give them a safe and stable environment for a portion of their summer
break as well as breakfast and lunch to help sustain them.
During the month of June, students who qualified for Title I and attend Manzano High School participated in a two-week program that focused on summer work experiences. Students were given the opportunity to volunteer in selected non-profit agencies within Albuquerque. They were exposed to several different kinds of work experiences such as landscaping, maintenance, clerical positions and childcare. They also had the opportunity to learn the basics of film-making, as students filmed parts of their work experiences and helping edit the material for a video documentary.
During the month of July, Title I students from West Mesa High School participated in a three-week program that focused on career exploration and transition into high school. The main idea behind the program was to support students in their transition from summer break into their high school experience. The program consisted of students from the 9th to 12th grades; however, there was a focus on supporting those incoming 9th grade students so they will be successful when beginning their high school careers. Upper grade students serve as role models for younger students, helping acclimate them to high school life. Students heard from guest speakers and took three field trips that introduced them to different career possibilities and other opportunities beyond high school.
The Title I Homeless Project has made a strong commitment to serving students during the school year and summer breaks in order to meet their needs more effectively. Summer programs can provide students with enriching supplementary experiences that they may not always receive during the school year. These experiences not only help prepare them more academically and socially for school, but they also keep them connected to school and help them focus on the larger goal of graduating and contributing to society after high school.
During the month of June, students who qualified for Title I and attend Manzano High School participated in a two-week program that focused on summer work experiences. Students were given the opportunity to volunteer in selected non-profit agencies within Albuquerque. They were exposed to several different kinds of work experiences such as landscaping, maintenance, clerical positions and childcare. They also had the opportunity to learn the basics of film-making, as students filmed parts of their work experiences and helping edit the material for a video documentary.
During the month of July, Title I students from West Mesa High School participated in a three-week program that focused on career exploration and transition into high school. The main idea behind the program was to support students in their transition from summer break into their high school experience. The program consisted of students from the 9th to 12th grades; however, there was a focus on supporting those incoming 9th grade students so they will be successful when beginning their high school careers. Upper grade students serve as role models for younger students, helping acclimate them to high school life. Students heard from guest speakers and took three field trips that introduced them to different career possibilities and other opportunities beyond high school.
The Title I Homeless Project has made a strong commitment to serving students during the school year and summer breaks in order to meet their needs more effectively. Summer programs can provide students with enriching supplementary experiences that they may not always receive during the school year. These experiences not only help prepare them more academically and socially for school, but they also keep them connected to school and help them focus on the larger goal of graduating and contributing to society after high school.
