At Steel City Academy this year, weāve placed a bold, intentional focus on building a strong, joyful math culture. š¢āØ
From creating aspirational math environments to investing deeply in positive math identities for our staff, we are doing the work to ensure that math is not just something our students do, it is something they feel confident engaging in and genuinely enjoy.
Through our Steel City Math Institute, our team has been grounding their practice in the building blocks of true conceptual understanding ā from counting and cardinality to composition and decomposition, all the way through unitizing and place value. This is the foundation. This is the work. š„
And our classrooms are bringing it to life in the most beautiful ways.
Shoutout to our incredible Kā1 team, Ms. Fairley and Ms. Larkins, for leading with both purpose and joy in their math classes! From dice games that build cardinality to multiple representations that deepen number sense, their math stations are alive with engagement, curiosity, and confidence. š²š
This is what it looks like when strong instruction meets joyful learning. This is what it looks like when we build MATHletes from the very beginning.
We are so proud. We are just getting started. š«š„
From creating aspirational math environments to investing deeply in positive math identities for our staff, we are doing the work to ensure that math is not just something our students do, it is something they feel confident engaging in and genuinely enjoy.
Through our Steel City Math Institute, our team has been grounding their practice in the building blocks of true conceptual understanding ā from counting and cardinality to composition and decomposition, all the way through unitizing and place value. This is the foundation. This is the work. š„
And our classrooms are bringing it to life in the most beautiful ways.
Shoutout to our incredible Kā1 team, Ms. Fairley and Ms. Larkins, for leading with both purpose and joy in their math classes! From dice games that build cardinality to multiple representations that deepen number sense, their math stations are alive with engagement, curiosity, and confidence. š²š
This is what it looks like when strong instruction meets joyful learning. This is what it looks like when we build MATHletes from the very beginning.
We are so proud. We are just getting started. š«š„
šāØ At Steel City, we celebrate what we value and today weāre celebrating our people! šš„
Our March Teacher & Staff Members of the Month exemplify purpose and school wide contributions in action - showing up with intentionality in March and supporting our students in the crazy state testing time, all while doing their role each and every day šŖš½š„
Please help us celebrate them by showing some love in the comments and giving them their flowers in person! šøš
š Teacher of the Month: Ms. McCullum - A new member of the Steel City team this year, Ms. McCullum truly showed up in the month of March. She gave her time as an Indiana Learns tutor after school and embraced the intensity of testing season, helping ensure our 5th graders experienced a high quality, aspirational environment for ILEARN.
š Instruction, CCR, & Culture Staff Member of the Month: Ms. Grigsby - Ms. Grigsby showed up with incredible purpose in March, consistently being there for our kindergarteners with care, joy, and dedication. A true lifelong learner, she brings gratitude, positivity, and a āwhatever it takesā mindset to her students each and every day.
š Leader, Finance & Operations Staff Member of the Month: Mr. Stevens - Mr. Stevens shows up every day for our students, staff, and school with immense joy and purpose. From leading all technology for state testing to ensuring 100% of families have access to results, and being the first in the building each morning to prepare every space for our community, his impact is felt in every corner of Steel City. To say we are grateful hardly captures it. šš„
Thank you for living our mission and modeling what it means to lead with purpose, joy, and excellence every single day. We are so proud to have you on this team. šš„
#SteelCityAcademy #TeamSteelCity #SteelCityStrong #StaffOfTheMonth #TeacherOfTheMonth
Our March Teacher & Staff Members of the Month exemplify purpose and school wide contributions in action - showing up with intentionality in March and supporting our students in the crazy state testing time, all while doing their role each and every day šŖš½š„
Please help us celebrate them by showing some love in the comments and giving them their flowers in person! šøš
š Teacher of the Month: Ms. McCullum - A new member of the Steel City team this year, Ms. McCullum truly showed up in the month of March. She gave her time as an Indiana Learns tutor after school and embraced the intensity of testing season, helping ensure our 5th graders experienced a high quality, aspirational environment for ILEARN.
š Instruction, CCR, & Culture Staff Member of the Month: Ms. Grigsby - Ms. Grigsby showed up with incredible purpose in March, consistently being there for our kindergarteners with care, joy, and dedication. A true lifelong learner, she brings gratitude, positivity, and a āwhatever it takesā mindset to her students each and every day.
š Leader, Finance & Operations Staff Member of the Month: Mr. Stevens - Mr. Stevens shows up every day for our students, staff, and school with immense joy and purpose. From leading all technology for state testing to ensuring 100% of families have access to results, and being the first in the building each morning to prepare every space for our community, his impact is felt in every corner of Steel City. To say we are grateful hardly captures it. šš„
Thank you for living our mission and modeling what it means to lead with purpose, joy, and excellence every single day. We are so proud to have you on this team. šš„
#SteelCityAcademy #TeamSteelCity #SteelCityStrong #StaffOfTheMonth #TeacherOfTheMonth
šš„ MARCH CORE VALUE AWARD WINNERS! š„š
At Steel City Academy, our Core Values are not posters on a wall. They are lived out through the daily actions of our team. Each month, our Senior Leadership Team recognizes staff members who go above and beyond in embodying these values, and we are proud to celebrate our March Core Value Award winners! šš„
Help us show them some love for the incredible ways they continue to show up for our students, our team and our community. š
ā¤ļø GRIT: Ms. Mitchell - Ms. Mitchell embraces the challenge of being a physical education teacher in a building without a gym, consistently finding innovative ways to keep our students active, engaged, and moving their bodies. Her creativity and commitment ensure our students experience the joy and importance of physical wellness every day. šš„
šÆ PURPOSE: Ms. Riddle - Ms. Riddle has stepped up in so many ways to support our studentsā mental health, providing consistent 1:1 support while also taking on teaching health this quarter. Her dedication ensures our students are supported both emotionally and academically. šš„
š GRATITUDE: AP Moore - AP Moore models gratitude throughout our building, consistently recognizing students and staff for living out our culture systems that make Steel City so special. We are equally grateful for his leadership, presence, and the positive energy he brings to our community each day. šš„
šÆ PURPOSE: Ms. Renee & Mr. Stevens - Ms. Renee and Mr. Stevens stepped up to lead our after school coordination for the IN Learns tutoring program, ensuring students are supported from start to finish. From meals to attendance to high dosage tutoring, their leadership is helping create meaningful opportunities for our students to grow. šš„
Thank you for going above and beyond and for living our mission through grit, purpose, and gratitude every single day. We are so proud of you! šš„ #CoreValuesInAction #SteelCityStrong #PurposeJoyGritTeam šš„
At Steel City Academy, our Core Values are not posters on a wall. They are lived out through the daily actions of our team. Each month, our Senior Leadership Team recognizes staff members who go above and beyond in embodying these values, and we are proud to celebrate our March Core Value Award winners! šš„
Help us show them some love for the incredible ways they continue to show up for our students, our team and our community. š
ā¤ļø GRIT: Ms. Mitchell - Ms. Mitchell embraces the challenge of being a physical education teacher in a building without a gym, consistently finding innovative ways to keep our students active, engaged, and moving their bodies. Her creativity and commitment ensure our students experience the joy and importance of physical wellness every day. šš„
šÆ PURPOSE: Ms. Riddle - Ms. Riddle has stepped up in so many ways to support our studentsā mental health, providing consistent 1:1 support while also taking on teaching health this quarter. Her dedication ensures our students are supported both emotionally and academically. šš„
š GRATITUDE: AP Moore - AP Moore models gratitude throughout our building, consistently recognizing students and staff for living out our culture systems that make Steel City so special. We are equally grateful for his leadership, presence, and the positive energy he brings to our community each day. šš„
šÆ PURPOSE: Ms. Renee & Mr. Stevens - Ms. Renee and Mr. Stevens stepped up to lead our after school coordination for the IN Learns tutoring program, ensuring students are supported from start to finish. From meals to attendance to high dosage tutoring, their leadership is helping create meaningful opportunities for our students to grow. šš„
Thank you for going above and beyond and for living our mission through grit, purpose, and gratitude every single day. We are so proud of you! šš„ #CoreValuesInAction #SteelCityStrong #PurposeJoyGritTeam šš„
We are just ONE WEEK away from our very first Steel City Family STEM Night and we cannot wait! š¬āØ
Join us on Tuesday, April 14 from 4:30ā6:30 PM for a hands on, family STEM experience designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and bring math and science to life! š
What to expect:
š§Ŗ Interactive STEM + Math stations (Kā12)
š§ Fun challenges and problem solving
š§ Build, create, and explore together
šļø STEM passports and circuit experience
Our goal is simple, we want every family to walk away feeling confident and excited about STEM! šš„
Please RSVP so we can plan for an amazing night:
š https://forms.gle/1Qe8iTWbRfnkAXiV9
We cannot wait to see you there!
Join us on Tuesday, April 14 from 4:30ā6:30 PM for a hands on, family STEM experience designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and bring math and science to life! š
What to expect:
š§Ŗ Interactive STEM + Math stations (Kā12)
š§ Fun challenges and problem solving
š§ Build, create, and explore together
šļø STEM passports and circuit experience
Our goal is simple, we want every family to walk away feeling confident and excited about STEM! šš„
Please RSVP so we can plan for an amazing night:
š https://forms.gle/1Qe8iTWbRfnkAXiV9
We cannot wait to see you there!
Happy National Assistant Principals Week to one of the very best ā AP Joshua Moore! š„š
A founding team member, AP Moore has been part of Steel City Academyās journey from the very beginning, helping to build the strong foundation that our school stands on today. For nine+ years, he has poured his heart, leadership, and unwavering commitment into making Steel City a place where our students can thrive.
AP Moore builds meaningful relationships with families, shows up for students in every moment, and wears countless hats to guide student growth in alignment with our mission and vision.
Whether he is leading, teaching, supporting, or problem solving, AP Moore does it all with grit, heart, and deep love for our community. His impact can be felt in every hallway, every classroom, and every success story at Steel City.
If you see AP Moore this week, make sure to show him some extra love and gratitude for all he has done to make Steel City Academy such a special place over the past nine years.
We are so grateful for you, AP Moore. šš„
A founding team member, AP Moore has been part of Steel City Academyās journey from the very beginning, helping to build the strong foundation that our school stands on today. For nine+ years, he has poured his heart, leadership, and unwavering commitment into making Steel City a place where our students can thrive.
AP Moore builds meaningful relationships with families, shows up for students in every moment, and wears countless hats to guide student growth in alignment with our mission and vision.
Whether he is leading, teaching, supporting, or problem solving, AP Moore does it all with grit, heart, and deep love for our community. His impact can be felt in every hallway, every classroom, and every success story at Steel City.
If you see AP Moore this week, make sure to show him some extra love and gratitude for all he has done to make Steel City Academy such a special place over the past nine years.
We are so grateful for you, AP Moore. šš„
š„ WEāRE HIRING AT STEEL CITY ACADEMY š„
This is more than a job. This is a calling.
At Steel City Academy, we are building something powerful for our students and our city. We are looking for educators and team members who bring purpose, urgency, and JOY to the work every single day.
āØ Who weāre looking for:
ā¢ People who absolutely love kids and believe their own actions shape student success
ā¢ Educators who take personal responsibility for results and hold a standard for excellence
ā¢ Team members who meet challenges with solutions, flexibility, and grit
ā¢ Practitioners committed to research-based instruction and continuous growth
ā¢ Individuals who believe ALL students can learn and thrive
ā¢ People who see Gary as an asset and are ready to invest in our community
At Steel City, we donāt just teach. We create life-changing opportunities for our students. š If youāre ready to do meaningful work, grow your craft, and be part of something bigger than yourselfā¦ we want you on this team.
š Apply today: https://app.hirenimble.com/jobs/SteelCityAcademy
#SteelCityAcademy #NowHiring #PurposeDriven #GaryIndiana #EducationWithJoy #JoinOurTeam
This is more than a job. This is a calling.
At Steel City Academy, we are building something powerful for our students and our city. We are looking for educators and team members who bring purpose, urgency, and JOY to the work every single day.
āØ Who weāre looking for:
ā¢ People who absolutely love kids and believe their own actions shape student success
ā¢ Educators who take personal responsibility for results and hold a standard for excellence
ā¢ Team members who meet challenges with solutions, flexibility, and grit
ā¢ Practitioners committed to research-based instruction and continuous growth
ā¢ Individuals who believe ALL students can learn and thrive
ā¢ People who see Gary as an asset and are ready to invest in our community
At Steel City, we donāt just teach. We create life-changing opportunities for our students. š If youāre ready to do meaningful work, grow your craft, and be part of something bigger than yourselfā¦ we want you on this team.
š Apply today: https://app.hirenimble.com/jobs/SteelCityAcademy
#SteelCityAcademy #NowHiring #PurposeDriven #GaryIndiana #EducationWithJoy #JoinOurTeam
Grateful for the partnership of the City of Gary Government šš„
This week, their incredible team joined us at Steel City Academy to share powerful opportunities available to our staff and community including the Down Payment Assistance Program, First-Time Homebuyer Workshops, and more.
Our team left feeling informed, inspired, and energized with many already exploring how to take the next steps toward homeownership and financial growth.
At Steel City, we are committed to creating opportunities not just for our students, but for our staff and families to thrive and to be active contributors in the continued strengthening of Gary. š„
This week, their incredible team joined us at Steel City Academy to share powerful opportunities available to our staff and community including the Down Payment Assistance Program, First-Time Homebuyer Workshops, and more.
Our team left feeling informed, inspired, and energized with many already exploring how to take the next steps toward homeownership and financial growth.
At Steel City, we are committed to creating opportunities not just for our students, but for our staff and families to thrive and to be active contributors in the continued strengthening of Gary. š„
Steel City Families šš„ Itās time for one of our FAVORITE traditionsā¦ Special Personās Day at Steel City Academy! š«¶āØ
Our students get the opportunity to invite someone special in their life, whether it is a grandparent, aunt, uncle, or family friend, to come experience the joy of Steel City alongside them š«
š£ Kā5 students brought home flyers + sign up sheets YESTERDAY! Be sure to return your form to your teacher or Ms. Wallace by Monday, April 6
āļø Each student may invite ONE special person
š Event Schedule:
ā¢ Kā1: Wednesday, April 8
ā¢ Grades 2ā3: Thursday, April 9
ā¢ Grades 4ā5: Friday, April 10
šŖŖ Reminder: All visitors should bring a state ID or driverās license for quick check-in
We cannot wait to open our doors and celebrate the incredible people who support our students every day. It is going to be a morning full of joy, connection, and special memories šš„
Questions? Reach out to Ms. Wallace!
Our students get the opportunity to invite someone special in their life, whether it is a grandparent, aunt, uncle, or family friend, to come experience the joy of Steel City alongside them š«
š£ Kā5 students brought home flyers + sign up sheets YESTERDAY! Be sure to return your form to your teacher or Ms. Wallace by Monday, April 6
āļø Each student may invite ONE special person
š Event Schedule:
ā¢ Kā1: Wednesday, April 8
ā¢ Grades 2ā3: Thursday, April 9
ā¢ Grades 4ā5: Friday, April 10
šŖŖ Reminder: All visitors should bring a state ID or driverās license for quick check-in
We cannot wait to open our doors and celebrate the incredible people who support our students every day. It is going to be a morning full of joy, connection, and special memories šš„
Questions? Reach out to Ms. Wallace!
So much JOY and GRATITUDE as we reflect on our recent Feed the Flame Food Pantry efforts! šš„
This season, we were proud to host BOTH an in-person Feed the Flame Pantry for our families, community partners, and staff, as well as a drive-through pantry for our Steel City families. Together, these efforts allowed us to support over 120 families across our community!
We know grocery prices are high, and moments like this can go a long way for all of us! What a true blessing to be able to come together and support one another in such a meaningful way.
A huge THANK YOU to the City of Gary Government and the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana for making this possible. Your partnership continues to make a real difference in the lives of our families.
This is what community looks like. šš„
This season, we were proud to host BOTH an in-person Feed the Flame Pantry for our families, community partners, and staff, as well as a drive-through pantry for our Steel City families. Together, these efforts allowed us to support over 120 families across our community!
We know grocery prices are high, and moments like this can go a long way for all of us! What a true blessing to be able to come together and support one another in such a meaningful way.
A huge THANK YOU to the City of Gary Government and the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana for making this possible. Your partnership continues to make a real difference in the lives of our families.
This is what community looks like. šš„
šØš„ TOMORROW at Steel City ā FEED THE FLAME! š„šØ
Donāt miss it! Join us Monday, March 30th from 1:00ā3:00 PM at Steel City Academy for our Feed the Flame Food Marketāweāre ready to serve our families and fuel our community in a BIG way! š
šļø The bags are packed, prepped, and ready for YOU! Come grab yours while supplies last!
All Steel City families and staff are invited to receive:
šļø A full grocery bag with 15+ essential items (including chicken, canned vegetables, pasta, rice, cereal & more)
šļø 5 market tickets to shop for additional groceries of your choice
As the cost of everyday essentials continues to rise, weāre excited to provide this opportunity to support our families and ensure everyone has access to the resources they need.
š Open to all Steel City families & staff
ā ļø One bag per child (maximum of two bags per household)
Huge thank you to our partners, the City of Gary Government and the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana, for helping make this possible! š¤
āØ Come early, bring your family, and get what you needāwe canāt wait to see you tomorrow! š„
#SteelCityAcademy #FeedTheFlame #FuelingOurFamilies #GaryIN #CommunityStrong
Donāt miss it! Join us Monday, March 30th from 1:00ā3:00 PM at Steel City Academy for our Feed the Flame Food Marketāweāre ready to serve our families and fuel our community in a BIG way! š
šļø The bags are packed, prepped, and ready for YOU! Come grab yours while supplies last!
All Steel City families and staff are invited to receive:
šļø A full grocery bag with 15+ essential items (including chicken, canned vegetables, pasta, rice, cereal & more)
šļø 5 market tickets to shop for additional groceries of your choice
As the cost of everyday essentials continues to rise, weāre excited to provide this opportunity to support our families and ensure everyone has access to the resources they need.
š Open to all Steel City families & staff
ā ļø One bag per child (maximum of two bags per household)
Huge thank you to our partners, the City of Gary Government and the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana, for helping make this possible! š¤
āØ Come early, bring your family, and get what you needāwe canāt wait to see you tomorrow! š„
#SteelCityAcademy #FeedTheFlame #FuelingOurFamilies #GaryIN #CommunityStrong
Missing our students a little extra this Spring Break šš„ and feeling so grateful for the many ways our students show up as leaders in our community each and every day.
One of our newest student-led initiatives, our Morning Crew, is a daily reminder of that leadership in action. Every morning at 9:00 AM, this incredible team prepares and delivers our school-wide announcements, complete with updates, a word of the day, and a fun fact that keeps our entire Kā12 community learning and connected.
A huge shoutout to Alyssa, AyrāQillia, and Jalieyah for courageously using your voices, stepping into leadership, and bringing joy, knowledge, and purpose to our mornings. We are so proud of you and already canāt wait to have you back in the building! šš„
One of our newest student-led initiatives, our Morning Crew, is a daily reminder of that leadership in action. Every morning at 9:00 AM, this incredible team prepares and delivers our school-wide announcements, complete with updates, a word of the day, and a fun fact that keeps our entire Kā12 community learning and connected.
A huge shoutout to Alyssa, AyrāQillia, and Jalieyah for courageously using your voices, stepping into leadership, and bringing joy, knowledge, and purpose to our mornings. We are so proud of you and already canāt wait to have you back in the building! šš„
š¬āØ Something BIG is coming to Steel City and we canāt wait to share it with you! āØš¬
Mark your calendars, Steel City families! Our first-ever Steel City Family STEM Night is happening on Tuesday, April 14 from 4:30 - 6:30 PM! Itās going to be an unforgettable evening of learning, laughter, and hands-on fun.
This is more than just an eventā¦ itās an experience designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and bring our families together around the joy of math and science. From interactive stations and engineering challenges to real-world problem solving and math riddles, there will be something for everyoneāacross all grade levels.
We are especially excited to kick off ILEARN season in a way that feels energizing, empowering, and full of JOY for our students and their families š
āØ Come build, create, experiment, and learn together
āØ See math and science come to life in exciting ways
āØ Walk away feeling confident and inspired
š Be sure to RSVP using the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScaCyV2STu1D937ZALfq29OAD2lNZEn07ruGxrEKWh-VWFbcw/viewform?usp=dialog
We cannot wait to welcome you into the building for this special night. Trust usā¦ you wonāt want to miss it!
Mark your calendars, Steel City families! Our first-ever Steel City Family STEM Night is happening on Tuesday, April 14 from 4:30 - 6:30 PM! Itās going to be an unforgettable evening of learning, laughter, and hands-on fun.
This is more than just an eventā¦ itās an experience designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and bring our families together around the joy of math and science. From interactive stations and engineering challenges to real-world problem solving and math riddles, there will be something for everyoneāacross all grade levels.
We are especially excited to kick off ILEARN season in a way that feels energizing, empowering, and full of JOY for our students and their families š
āØ Come build, create, experiment, and learn together
āØ See math and science come to life in exciting ways
āØ Walk away feeling confident and inspired
š Be sure to RSVP using the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScaCyV2STu1D937ZALfq29OAD2lNZEn07ruGxrEKWh-VWFbcw/viewform?usp=dialog
We cannot wait to welcome you into the building for this special night. Trust usā¦ you wonāt want to miss it!
Spring is in the air, and we hope our Steel City families and students are soaking up every moment of a joyful and well-deserved Spring Break! šøāØ
When we return, we are excited to keep the joy going while supporting an incredible cause. Join us for our Spring Cookies & Craft Session, hosted by our National Honor Society, and help make a meaningful impact for our Steel City students! šŖšØ
This special event is the perfect way for our Kā5 students to get creative, celebrate the season, and support their peers all at once. šš„
šļø Secure your spot here:
https://steelcityacademy.revtrak.net/clubs.../...
We cannot wait to see our students creating, connecting, and bringing the JOY this spring! š·
When we return, we are excited to keep the joy going while supporting an incredible cause. Join us for our Spring Cookies & Craft Session, hosted by our National Honor Society, and help make a meaningful impact for our Steel City students! šŖšØ
This special event is the perfect way for our Kā5 students to get creative, celebrate the season, and support their peers all at once. šš„
šļø Secure your spot here:
https://steelcityacademy.revtrak.net/clubs.../...
We cannot wait to see our students creating, connecting, and bringing the JOY this spring! š·
At Steel City, we know that the strength, knowledge, and skill of our team directly shapes the experience our students have every single day. šš„ Thatās why we place a premium on strong, consistent, and strategic professional development for every role in our organization. And while our Senior Leaders spend so much of their time pouring into others, we believe just as deeply in pouring into them.
This week, our Senior Leadership Team, Ms. Kirley, Principal Pratt, Coach Kelly, and Mr. Moore, headed to the City of Brotherly Love for the College Board | Dream Deferred Conference. This was more than a trip. It was a commitment to be in the room, engaged in the conversation, and helping shape the future of education for African American students.
From powerful keynote sessions to deep learning around building AP pathways, equity & compassion driven counseling, and creating college and career aspirational environments, our team leaned all the way in.
And of course, we had to stop by the iconic Rocky statue for a little extra inspiration. š„ āAs long as youāre willing to go through all the battling to get to where you want to get, whoās got the right to stop you?ā
We left feeling inspired, aligned, and even more committed to ensuring every Steel City student has access to the future they deserve. āØ
This week, our Senior Leadership Team, Ms. Kirley, Principal Pratt, Coach Kelly, and Mr. Moore, headed to the City of Brotherly Love for the College Board | Dream Deferred Conference. This was more than a trip. It was a commitment to be in the room, engaged in the conversation, and helping shape the future of education for African American students.
From powerful keynote sessions to deep learning around building AP pathways, equity & compassion driven counseling, and creating college and career aspirational environments, our team leaned all the way in.
And of course, we had to stop by the iconic Rocky statue for a little extra inspiration. š„ āAs long as youāre willing to go through all the battling to get to where you want to get, whoās got the right to stop you?ā
We left feeling inspired, aligned, and even more committed to ensuring every Steel City student has access to the future they deserve. āØ
āØš„ At Steel City Academy, we are intentional about creating JOY and planting seeds for our studentsā future career pathways! š„āØ
One of our absolute favorite traditions is our Staff Member of the Day experience where students step into real leadership roles across our school community! š¼š” From working in the kitchen š to leading operations š, teaching classes š, and even serving as Principal and Executive Director š©š½āš«šā¦ our students got a firsthand look at what it means to lead with purpose.
And let us tell youā¦ they showed UP! šŖš½š„ Our students made sure their peers were cared for, fed, supported, taught and that important decisions were made with confidence and heart. ā¤ļø
This is what itās all aboutā¦ building leaders, creating joy, and helping our students see whatās possible. š
Take a look at our future Steel City staff members in actionā¦ the future is BRIGHT! āØš„ #SteelCityStories
āļøš¼ Spring Break is almost here, Steel City family! š¼āļø
Just a friendly reminder that Spring Break begins Friday, March 20th! We hope our students, staff and families enjoy a joyful, restful, and well-deserved break. šš„
š Monday, March 30th: Asynchronous Learning Day
š Tuesday, March 31st: Welcome back as we kick off Quarter 4 strong!
We canāt wait to finish the year with purpose, growth, and JOY. Have an amazing break, Steel City! šøāØ
Just a friendly reminder that Spring Break begins Friday, March 20th! We hope our students, staff and families enjoy a joyful, restful, and well-deserved break. šš„
š Monday, March 30th: Asynchronous Learning Day
š Tuesday, March 31st: Welcome back as we kick off Quarter 4 strong!
We canāt wait to finish the year with purpose, growth, and JOY. Have an amazing break, Steel City! šøāØ
š„ FEED THE FLAME at Steel City! š„
We are excited to host our Steel City | Fuel the Flame Food Market on Monday, March 30th from 1:00ā3:00 PM for our families and staff!
Each family will receive a full grocery bag with 15+ items šļø AND 5 market tickets to shop for additional groceries of your choice. šļø
At Steel City, we believe deeply in connecting our families and community to the wraparound supports we all need to thrive. As the cost of groceries, gas, and everyday essentials continues to rise, we are grateful for the opportunity to provide this market and support our community in a meaningful way. š
We are incredibly grateful for our partnership with the City of Gary Government and Food Bank of Northwest Indiana for helping make this possible. š¤ Your support is truly fueling our families and strengthening our community.
We canāt wait to serve you! š„
#SteelCityAcademy #FeedTheFlame #FuelingOurFamilies #GaryIN #CommunityStrong
We are excited to host our Steel City | Fuel the Flame Food Market on Monday, March 30th from 1:00ā3:00 PM for our families and staff!
Each family will receive a full grocery bag with 15+ items šļø AND 5 market tickets to shop for additional groceries of your choice. šļø
At Steel City, we believe deeply in connecting our families and community to the wraparound supports we all need to thrive. As the cost of groceries, gas, and everyday essentials continues to rise, we are grateful for the opportunity to provide this market and support our community in a meaningful way. š
We are incredibly grateful for our partnership with the City of Gary Government and Food Bank of Northwest Indiana for helping make this possible. š¤ Your support is truly fueling our families and strengthening our community.
We canāt wait to serve you! š„
#SteelCityAcademy #FeedTheFlame #FuelingOurFamilies #GaryIN #CommunityStrong
A little bad weather this week couldnāt stop our Girls on the Run & Heart & Sole team from bringing the joy and girl power community! ššāāļøāØ
This weekās lessons focused on finding your happy pace, building self confidence, and dreaming big about hopes and goals for the future. We loved seeing our girls laugh, learn and have fun. The smiles and sisterhood forming at such a young age are exactly what this program is all about! šŖš½š«
Huge shout out to our incredible Girls on the Run coaches Mrs. Gonzalez, Ms. Moss, Ms. Peterson, and Ms. Hunter for creating such a powerful space for our girls to grow and shine! š„š
This weekās lessons focused on finding your happy pace, building self confidence, and dreaming big about hopes and goals for the future. We loved seeing our girls laugh, learn and have fun. The smiles and sisterhood forming at such a young age are exactly what this program is all about! šŖš½š«
Huge shout out to our incredible Girls on the Run coaches Mrs. Gonzalez, Ms. Moss, Ms. Peterson, and Ms. Hunter for creating such a powerful space for our girls to grow and shine! š„š
šøāļø Spring Break Reminder, Steel City Families! āļøšø
As a friendly reminder, Spring Break will begin next Friday, March 20 and extend through Monday, March 30. During this time, the front office will also be closed!
We hope our amazing students enjoy a well deserved break filled with rest and joy š Students will return to school on Tuesday, March 31 as we kick off Quarter 4, our final stretch of the school year. We cannot wait to finish the year strong together! š„š
Enjoy the break, Steel City families! š¼
As a friendly reminder, Spring Break will begin next Friday, March 20 and extend through Monday, March 30. During this time, the front office will also be closed!
We hope our amazing students enjoy a well deserved break filled with rest and joy š Students will return to school on Tuesday, March 31 as we kick off Quarter 4, our final stretch of the school year. We cannot wait to finish the year strong together! š„š
Enjoy the break, Steel City families! š¼
šāØ At Steel City, we celebrate what we value and today weāre celebrating our people! šš„
Our February Teacher & Staff Members of the Month exemplify purpose, excellence, and heart in action. They show up every day for our students and for one another, strengthening our instruction, culture, and operations in powerful ways. šŖš½š„
Please help us celebrate them by showing some love in the comments and giving them their flowers in person! šøš
š Teacher of the Month: Ms. Scott - One of the newest members of our team, Ms. Scott has hit the ground running. She shows up each day ready to do whatever it takes for students and has already stepped up to support our community by joining the High Ability Committee and the STEM Night planning team.
š Instruction, CCR, & Culture Staff Member of the Month: Ms. Wallace - Ms. Wallace is a powerhouse behind the scenes, helping make so many of the moments that bring our school community together possible. From award ceremonies to Staff Member of the Day to Special Personās Day, she ensures our events run beautifully and our students feel celebrated.
š Leader, Finance & Operations Staff Member of the Month: Mrs. Combs - In addition to leading in the classroom and serving as our Director of Instruction, Mrs. Combs helps guide our team through critical testing windows. She also goes above and beyond by leading our STEM certification process and supporting the ClassGaga pilot and STEM Night planning.
Thank you for embodying the grit, joy, accountability, and gratitude that define Steel City. We are so proud to have you on this team. šš„
#SteelCityAcademy #TeamSteelCity #SteelCityStrong #StaffOfTheMonth #TeacherOfTheMonth
Our February Teacher & Staff Members of the Month exemplify purpose, excellence, and heart in action. They show up every day for our students and for one another, strengthening our instruction, culture, and operations in powerful ways. šŖš½š„
Please help us celebrate them by showing some love in the comments and giving them their flowers in person! šøš
š Teacher of the Month: Ms. Scott - One of the newest members of our team, Ms. Scott has hit the ground running. She shows up each day ready to do whatever it takes for students and has already stepped up to support our community by joining the High Ability Committee and the STEM Night planning team.
š Instruction, CCR, & Culture Staff Member of the Month: Ms. Wallace - Ms. Wallace is a powerhouse behind the scenes, helping make so many of the moments that bring our school community together possible. From award ceremonies to Staff Member of the Day to Special Personās Day, she ensures our events run beautifully and our students feel celebrated.
š Leader, Finance & Operations Staff Member of the Month: Mrs. Combs - In addition to leading in the classroom and serving as our Director of Instruction, Mrs. Combs helps guide our team through critical testing windows. She also goes above and beyond by leading our STEM certification process and supporting the ClassGaga pilot and STEM Night planning.
Thank you for embodying the grit, joy, accountability, and gratitude that define Steel City. We are so proud to have you on this team. šš„
#SteelCityAcademy #TeamSteelCity #SteelCityStrong #StaffOfTheMonth #TeacherOfTheMonth
