Don't forget, tomorrow kicks off Semester 2 with things you won't want to miss! š¤©š Check out all the details below! ā¬ļø
Monday January, 6 2025:
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Student Asynchronous Learning Day š¤: Enjoy one last day at home while completing assignments to start the semester strong. Check in with your teachers for assignments š or questions.
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Quarter 2 Parent-Teacher Conferences, 1:00 - 4:00 PM š«±š¾āš«²š½: Take this dedicated opportunity to talk š£ļø with your student's teachers about their progress š throughout the last semester and how they can continue to grow throughout the upcoming semester.
Tuesday, January 7, 2025:
šStudents Return to School: We've missed you and can't wait to see you back at school, ready to learn, with your ID šŖŖ !
#BackToSchool #SteelCity Academy #Semester2Strong
āļøš„šØ ENROLL TODAY šØš„āļø Are you looking for a change for your child this semester! Steel City Academy's middle of year enrollment is still open! š We are currently taking applications for a limited number of spots in grades 4, 8, and 9-12 to begin attending Steel City in January 2025. If you š«µš¾ or someone you know has a child who would benefit from a school focused on rigorous academics š, strong culture rooted in core values š«±š¾āš«²š½, and transformative experiences šŗļø , don't hesitate, apply TODAY! Visit www.steelcityacademy.org/page/enroll-your-student š„ļø or give us a call at 219-750-1010 āļø to begin the application process! Applications close January 21, 2025! #SteelCityStrong #BuiltOnCoreValues āļøš„š
šØš Back to School Excitement at Steel City Academy! šāØ
Weāre kicking off 2025 with a bang! Hereās what you need to know:
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Asynchronous Learning Day: Monday, January 6, 2025
Students, check in with your teachers for assignments!
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Q2 Parent-Teacher Conferences: Monday, January 6, 2025, from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Letās talk about how to finish the school year stronger than ever!
š Students Return to School: Tuesday, January 7, 2025
We canāt wait to welcome our students back!
Letās make Semester 2 unforgettable! šŖš„
#BackToSchool #SteelCityAcademy #Semester2Strong
Happy New Year! ššš From everyone at Steel City Academy, we wish you a wonderful 2025! š We witnessed so much academic progress š and so many transformative experiences š® in 2024 and can't wait to see what 2025 holds! As the calendar š turns to a new year, Steel City remains more committed than ever to our vision of redefining the expectations š, results š, and model for a K-12 education in Gary, Indiana. š« What's something you're looking forward to in 2025? Share it with us in the comments! ā¬ļø
The last bell š has rung and the buses š have pulled away! Semester 1 is officially in the books š and winter break is here! āļø Reminder that Steel City Academy will be on winter break from December 20 - January 5. š Students will have an asynchronous learning š¤ day on Monday, January 6 as well as Parent-Teacher Conferences š£ļø. Students will return to in-person learning on Tuesday, January 7. The main office will be open on December 20, 23, 26, and 27th from 9 AM - 3 PM. Have a safe and joyous winter break and we'll see you in 2025! š
āļøš„šØ ENROLLMENT NOW OPEN šØš„āļø
Attention! Steel City Academy's middle of year enrollment is now open! š We are currently taking applications for a limited number of spots in grades 4, 8, and 9-12 to begin attending Steel City in January 2025. If you š«µš¾ or someone you know has a child who would benefit from a school focused on rigorous academics š, strong culture rooted in core values š«±š¾āš«²š½, and transformative experiences šŗļø , don't hesitate, apply TODAY! Visit www.steelcityacademy.org/page/enroll-your-student š„ļø or give us a call at 219-750-1010 āļø to begin the application process! Applications close January 21, 2025! #SteelCityStrong #BuiltOnCoreValues āļøš„š
We're getting in the holiday spirit with our December Fun Friday activities! āļøš You won't want to miss out on making your very own holiday ornament next Friday! āļø Cost is $5, activities are available while supplies last. If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Wallace for more details!
The Steel City Student Government is excited to announce the return of one of our favorite holiday traditions, the 12 Days of Christmas Spirit Week! šš āļø Join us as we live into our core value of #Joy and countdown the remaining days to winter break! āļøš„š
First up, cozy Christmas sock day! š§¦
At Steel City we believe š£ļø that giving back and being involved š«±š¾āš«²šæ in our community šļø is an integral part of the student experience. Our National Honor Society members chose to give back to the community during this holiday season by visiting the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana. šš„š Students packed over 420 bags for the food bank's mobile š market, which travels to a different Northwest Indiana community each week to provide healthy foods for those in need of food assistance. Students also delivered items collected from the Steel City Student Government's November food drive!
A special shoutout šš¾ to the National Honor Society staff sponsor, Mrs. Morris, for her leadership and work to provide this opportunity for our students to give back and support our community! āļøš„š #RootedinCommunity
Steel City Academy wishes all of our students, their families, and all of our incredible community partners and supporters a happy Thanksgiving! š¦š Words will never be enough to express our #Gratitude for your support. ā¤ļø Take a moment today to send a note of #Gratitude to someone in your life! āļøš„š
The semester is flying by and it's hard to believe we're already almost to the end of November! š¤Æ As a reminder, we will be on Thanksgiving Break š¦š from November 27-29. The front office will be closed and classes will resume Monday, December 2. Spend your break showing some #Gratitude and get ready to finish the semester strong when we return! āļøš„š
Are you looking for the perfect holiday gift? š Your child's school pictures šø always make a great gift and you won't want to miss out on this sale! š·ļø Check out the sale codes below and order your child's photos by following the instructions! Hurry, these codes are good through December 1! āļøš„š
1. Go to https://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch/#/login
2. Create or login to your account
3. Click "add student or event"
4. Add your student by entering the code on your picture proof or looking them up using your student's 6-digit student ID #.
5. Use the sale codes below for a discount!
šš Steel City Academy October Teachers and Staff Member of the Month! šš
At Steel City, we #CelebrateWhatYouValue ā and this month, weāre thrilled to recognize the incredible contributions of our team members who embody our values daily!
Our October Winners have:
āØ Maintained 95%+ attendance ā a true commitment to being there for our baby students every day!
āØ Gone above and beyond in strengthening our school culture by dedicating time and support outside of their roles, contributing to our RISE 3.1 goals with heart and dedication.
Please put your hands together for our October Teachers and Staff Members of the Month:
āØ Ms. Brown - 3rd Grade Teacher
āØ Ms. Summers - High School Science Teacher
āØ Ms. Matheny - College and Career Coordinator
š« As our Teacher/Staff Members of the Month, theyāve earned: š A designated, premier parking spot right out front! š Brand new Teacher/Staff of the Month Swag to celebrate this special honor! šø A well-deserved shout-out here for our entire school community to see!
Please join us in giving them LOTS of love and congratulations! š
Steel City Academy wishes a happy Veterans Day to all of the past and present United States veterans! šŗšø To all veterans, we extend our deepest gratitude for your sacrifice and service protecting our country. We especially want to thank the incredible veterans on our team: Bridgette "Coach" Kelly, Officer Arthur McClain, and Cyrus Judkins. ā¤ļøš¤š Thank you for your service! šāļøš„
Are you š«µš¾ camera ready? šø Tomorrow is picture retake day as well as cap and gown photo day for our seniors!šØš¾āš If you havenāt checked out your studentās photos yet from fall picture day, follow the instructions on your student' picture day proof envelope or below! šāļøš„
1. Navigate to https://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch/#/login
2. Create or login to your account
3. Click "add student or event"
4. Add your student by entering the code on your picture proof or looking them up using your student's 6-digit student ID #.
We can't believe tomorrow is November 1st! š¦š Check out the November breakfast and lunch menus below! ā¬ļø Physical copies are available at the Steel City Main Office. We're already pumped for our turkey dinner on November 26! šāļøš„
Have you reviewed your student's school pictures yet? Make sure you take a look š and get your school pictures ordered! Missed picture day or need a retake? Start planning for retake day on Thursday, November 7th.
Instructions for accessing the online ordering portal can be found on your child's picture day proof envelope or below āļøšš„
1. Navigate to https://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch/#/login
2. Create or login to your account
3. Click "add student or event"
4. Add your student by entering the code on your picture proof or looking them up using your student's 6-digit student ID #.
Attendance Matters! š«āØ
Parents, donāt miss this crucial opportunity! Join Ms. Kirley and our Attendance Team during Parent-Teacher Conferences for an informational session on why showing up matters. Weāll break down school expectations, new statewide attendance laws, and how we can help your student succeed with daily attendance. Letās work together to ensure every day counts! š
šļø Monday, Oct. 28th
š 2:00-2:30 PM
š Steel City Cafeteria
See you there! š #AttendTodayAchieveTomorrow #ShowingUpMattersforREAL
šš Fall is here, and so is one of our favorite Steel City traditions! This week our 2nd - 5th grade elementary students took a trip to County Line Orchard for a fun-filled day at the apple orchard and pumpkin patch! šš½
The smiles say it all ā our students, families, and staff came together to enjoy the crisp fall air, find the perfect pumpkins, and create lasting memories. š
Thank you to everyone who helped make this unforgettable day possible. Check out these moments of pure joy, connection, and fall fun! #SteelCityFallFun #WeAreSteelCityStrong
School pictures šø have arrived! Steel City Academy students were sent home with their picture day proofs today. Make sure you take a look š and get your school pictures ordered, or start planning for retake day on Thursday, November 7th. Instructions for accessing the online ordering portal can be found on your child's picture day proofs envelope or below āļøš š„:
1. Navigate to https://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch/#/login
2. Create or login to your account
3. Click "add student or event"
4. Add your student by entering the code on your picture proof or looking them up using your student's 6-digit student ID #.
