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The first full week of class has come to an end and the students shared their feelings very openly in their journals.  "This week has been very good for me! This is the first time I have ever looked forward to going to school," one student wrote. Another described her sense of accomplishment like this, "I love this school! I've been getting better at math.  I have actually been wanting to read out loud and I usually never read out loud when i am told to. I'm very proud of myself."  Another expressed a new found love of learning with these words, "I feel good about learning.  I really do. If I don't get something that day, i can't wait to come back the next day to learn it."  "I have only been at this school for a week and have learned a lot of things, about the world and academically," shared another student. One student described the way school affects her personally with these words, "I feel a lot better about myself now that I've been going to school everyday. I kind of feel as though I am at work."  She went on to say, "I feel like my life is finally coming together now that i am attending The Community School." One student just summed it up with these simple words, "This school is a good fit for me." This journey is off to a great start!...

Tonight was the 1st Sponsor Meeting of the new TCS High School.  Each student in the school is required to have at least 2 adult sponsors chosen from among family, neighbors,  and friends. All of the students attended along with their sponsors.  After introductions, Tom explained the importance of sponsors as not only supporters of their own student, but also as part of the adult network for all of the students in the school. The group reviewed the new student handbook, gave their impressions of the first few days of school, and participated in a question and answer period.  The sponsors took on the responsibility for celebrating student's birthdays, helping with the Joe Corbi fundraiser, and some agreed to help with lunch.  The group will meet again on October 16th....

All of the students rated their first day of class between an 8 and a 10! The students were so engaged that it was hard to believe they were all so new. Dave Bayer, stopped in to welcome everyone and bring the best wishes of the Trustees. Even former sponsor and long time supporter of the school. Linda McCauley dropped by to introduce herself and meet the new students. New tutor Sarah Krasnik began working and old friend and tutor Noah Saganski came by for a bit. It was a terrific 1st day!...

He had no idea his day was going to end on such a happy note, but when Zackary Austin opened his mail everything took a turn. Inside the envelope were the results of his GED exam and he aced the test earning a Maryland Sate High School Diploma! During his time at The Community School,  Zack overcame many personal obstacles and challenges to reach this major life milestone and did it all by the age of 16! He has hopes of going to college for a career in cyber security.  Way to go Zack!...

The neighborhood students in the after school program at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church on Roland Avenue will have the good fortune of having Sierra Martin working with them during their new school year.  After 3 years at The Community School, Sierra is well prepared to assist these students with both her academic knowledge and dedicated work habits. Sierra started out as a volunteer in the summer vacation Bible program and so impressed everyone at the church that she was offered a paid position.  Her professionalism there in turn led to this new position. We are very proud of her accomplishments....

Today was the 1st day of school for this first class of TCS High School!  The students had their first of two days of orientation and testing.  These new students are all looking forward for success at TCS after transferring from programs as diverse as Poly, Western, Pikesville and Learning Inc. One of the first activities to get everyone warmed up occurred when students were divided into pairs to interview each other and then introduce themselves to the class.  We found out that all of the students like pizza and that they are all looking forward to a great school year!...

Another big development arrived at the school today!  Through the kindness of the Baltimore Women's Giving Circle, we have purchased the Apex Learning System to incorporate into our students learning experience.  This self contained accredited computerized curriculum will be used as a supplement to classroom teaching.  Students will be able to use the system to learn content and earn credits toward their high school diploma and Tom will use it to enhance learning on teacher taught subjects. Nancy Fiddler, an Apex trainer, flew up from Florida and spent today helping to get the system set up and training Tom on its use and possibilities. If you want to know more about this system Click on the Apex Link....

The college students were the guests of honor at a cookout tonight. It was an opportunity for family and friends to let them know how proud we are of their effort and determination. Two of the students, Ryan Gavin and Matt Wendler will be finishing up their Associate's Degrees this semester before transferring to university.  Another student, Ryan McCauley, is entering college for his first semester after just graduating from The Community School.  He's our youngest college student in awhile at just 16!  Amanda McCarty will continue in college part time preparing for the nurse's program while also working full time in a medical office. Also Gary Hunt will be entering his 3rd year at the University of Baltimore. Each of these students is assisted by our College Support Program. All the best to each of our dedicated college students....

There is much excitement around the school as the first applications start to come in for TCS High School! The school will continue to offer its high quality college preparatory program and personal mentoring, but the students now will earn credits toward a Maryland High School Diploma rather than having to take the GED exam. If you are 14-17 years old and eager to learn in a safe, comfortable and personalized atmosphere, then sign up today while space is still available....

Today, Ryan McCauley opened the letter to find that he passed the GED exam and earned his Maryland State High School Diploma!  Ryan not only passed the test but scored above the 65% percentile in all of the test subject areas. This means that he did better than nearly 2/3 of all students in the final quarter of 12th grade! His hard work and dedication as a student at The Community School has him going off to college at the age of 16 fully prepared for continuing his success at CCBC....