Breakthrough Manchester is proud to welcome back Striving Toward Academic Readiness (STAR) Academy for the 2010 Summer session. This optional program is a special opportunity for those students who choose to continue with Breakthrough along their path to college through a third summer session.
STAR Academy is a four-week commitment (June 28 – July 23, 2010) that will incorporate leadership, service and academics. STAR Academy students will focus on developing writing skills while exploring the theme: What does it mean to be a leader? Classes will focus on the writing process and developing the organizational skills required to be successful in high school and college. The leadership aspect of the program will include off campus experiences to allow students to apply their skills in the community. As with all Breakthrough programs, STAR Academy will be led by college students who will teach and advise students throughout the session.
To be a part of STAR Academy, students must complete the enclosed application and submit teacher recommendations to Breakthrough Manchester office, postmarked by March 26, 2010. This opportunity is open to all rising 8th and 9th graders and space is limited to 16 students. Priority will be given to rising 9th graders. Students will be selected for STAR Academy based on their commitment to Breakthrough, their desire to challenge themselves to be on the path to college, and their positive attitude towards their academics and their role in the community. This is a special opportunity for Breakthrough students and we are happy to share it with you.
Eligible students and families are invited to come to our Coffee, Cocoa and Conversation about STAR Academy on Wednesday, March 10th, 6-7pm at The Derryfield School, Room 209.
Please contact Tina White if you have any questions about STAR Academy at 641-9426 or twhite@derryfield.org. We look forward to reading your application!
