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This week, members of our Student Government šļø attended the Diversity and Inclusion š«±š¾āš«²š¼Symposium held by the Urban League of Northwest Indiana š¤ at Valparaiso University! š¤š While in attendance, students engaged in conversations š£ļø on this year's topic: "What is DEI and What is Not?" Congratulations š to students Nate McClain, Cherish Douglas, Niya Lucas, and Cory McClain for contributing to such an important šØ conversation on behalf of Steel City and Ms. Moss for organizing this experience! šāļøš„
Yesterday our 2nd graders experienced an incredible field trip š to the Chicago Auditorium Theater šļøš to watch a performance by the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater! ššæšŗš¾2nd graders were treated two selections, "Ailey Classics" and "Revelations." Afterwards they received a signed poster and got to meet one of the senior company members, Renaldo Maurice, a Gary native š who danced with our very own Ms. Arthur in middle school and high school! š¤© A huge shoutout to Ms. Arthur for her work planning this field trip and making the performing arts šššæš¼ come alive for our 2nd graders! šāļøš„ #TransformativeExperiences #BoundlessOpportunities #CommittedToGary
Are you looking š for a change for your child for the 2025-2026 school year? Are you looking for someplace where there is a high priority on academics? šš§ Then we invite you to #ChooseSteelCity šāļøš„
Steel City places a high value on rigorous šŖš¾, whole group, on grade level content that pushes students to become critical thinkers. š§š¾āšš§ Our teachers believe in your children and are equipped with the support, coaching, and resources to allow them to be their best selves!š
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All of our classes also ensure your child has the support š they need through targeted šÆ, intentional, small-group support š«±š¾āš«²šæ! Through these interventions, students are able to close gaps in their learning āļø or receive additional support for concepts š they might be struggling with.
We invite āļø you to make the smart š¤ choice for your child this upcoming school year š« and #ChooseSteelCity šāļøš„ Applications are live now at https://www.steelcityacademy.org/
Yesterday, Steel City freshmen visited the Chicago Shakespeare Theater šļø š on Navy Pier š³ļø , where they watched a modern interpretation of "A Midsummerās Night Dream." š ššš¾ Some sophomores even tagged along after having a great experience last year! š
Through the student-friendly performance š¤ and the Q&A šš¾āāļø with the cast, the trip was an amazing opportunity to enhance the study of Shakespeare š and to get a closer look š at what careers in the performing arts could look like. Quite a few Steel City students can envision themselves on stage one day and were eager to learn more! š¤©
After the show, students enjoyed lunch š“on the pier with a view of the Chicago skyline šļø ā some of them, taking one final bow! šāļøš„ Thank you to Ms. Dzwonczyk for making the special experience happen for our freshmen!
Have you completed your child's 2025-2026 Re-Enrollment form yet? š Don't wait, just 18 days remain to ensure your child's spot is reserved for next school year! šāļøš„ Submit your child's re-enrollment at https://forms.gle/hBNa9J7fsbGxXTpF7 #KeepChoosingSteelCity
š At Steel City, We Celebrate What We Value! š
We know that being on-track in 9th grade is one of the strongest predictors of on-time graduationāand our 9th graders absolutely crushed it in their first semester of high school! š„š
From passing classes to showing up and showing out in their academics, our 9th graders put in the workāand hard work deserves to be celebrated! š So, we took them on a special trip to Urban Air to experience the joy, community, and FUN that comes with success! šāØ
Keep going, 9th grade! This is just the beginning! šŖš” #SteelCityStrong #CelebrateSuccess
Reminder that tomorrow and Monday are no school days in honor of Presidents' Day! ā¤ļøš¤š Enjoy the long weekend and we'll see you back on Tuesday, February 18! šāļøš„
š„ January was TOUGH, but these incredible educators and staff members showed up, showed out, and set the bar HIGH! š„
Join us in celebrating our January Teacher & Staff Member of the Month winners! š These remarkable individuals went above and beyond, living out our core values, showing up for our students every single day, and creating a culture of excellence and community in their classrooms. šš„
š Mr. Reynolds ā High School Teacher of the Month
š Ms. Fairley ā Elementary Teacher of the Month
š Mrs. Gonzalez ā Staff Member of the Month
Steel City, let's show them some love in the comments! šš Tag them, shout them out, and let them know just how much we appreciate them! #SteelCityStrong #TeacherOfTheMonth #ThankYou #CultureOfExcellence
š CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE AT STEEL CITY! š
This month, we launched a brand new award at Steel City Academy to reinforce our rally cryā "On Purpose With Purpose!"- a recognition to highlight team members who exemplify this mindset in action in their daily work.
š” This is more than just a celebrationāit's a way to uplift excellence and reinforce the behaviors that know it will take to reach our ambitious goals for our students!
š Please take a moment to shout out our "On Purpose With Purpose" Staff Members of the Month!
āØ Ms. Jackson (Social Worker) ā Relentless in her pursuit of knowledge, she works tirelessly to build intervention plans and supports for our students, both in and outside of school.
āØ Mr. Reynolds (High School Social Studies) ā Launched our first-ever Speech & Debate Club and even took students on a field trip to witness excellence in action!
āØ Mr. Stevens (School Operations Coordinator) ā His unmatched work ethic and problem-solving skills ensure our kids and staff have access to the resources they need to thrive.
āØ Mrs. Combs (Director of Instruction) ā A champion for high-quality instruction, she started a STEM leadership team to drive math & science success and is always ready for deep discussions on what great STEM instruction looks like.
š„ Letās show them some love! Drop a comment or give them a shout-out for leading On Purpose With Purpose! š #SteelCityStrong #OnPurposeWithPurpose #StaffSpotlight
š¬ā” At Steel City, we are all about rigorous and engaging academic experiences! This week, our high school chemistry class put their scientific skills to the test with a hands-on lab, exploring which solutions contain ions to conduct an electric current using batteries! šš”
We are so proud of these future scientists for their curiosity and hard work! A huge shoutout to our amazing High School Science Teacher, Ms. Brown, for her planning, passion, and preparation in bringing this electrifying ā” experiment to life! #SteelCityScientists #HandsOnLearning #FutureInnovators š§Ŗšš
šØāØ Third Grade Creativity in Full Bloom! āØšØ
Over the past two weeks, our incredible Steel City third graders have been bringing bold colors and big ideas to life! Last week, they explored the element of line and crafted vibrant cityscapes inspired by pop artist James Rizzi using watercolors. šļøšØ
This week, they dove into abstract art, drawing inspiration from Black contemporary artist Reggie Laurent. Using organic and geometric shapes, they let their creativity flow in ways that were uniquely their own! šµš”šŗ
A HUGE shoutout to our remarkable K-12 art teacher - Mr. Gill- for cultivating a space where our students' artistic genius can shine! š„ššļø Keep dreaming, creating, and inspiring, third grade! šāØ
#SteelCityStories #CreativeFlames #ArtInAction
š¢ Happy National School Counselor Day! šš
Today, we celebrate and give our deepest gratitude to our incredible counseling teamāMs. A. Ringo, Ms. Riddle, Ms. Jackson, Ms. Matheny, and Mrs. Moss! š
These amazing individuals go above and beyond every day, supporting our students academically, socially, and emotionally. Whether they are lending a listening ear, guiding students through challenges, or cheering them on to success, their impact is truly immeasurable. šš
Drop a comment below to share your appreciation and love for our phenomenal counselors! ā¬ļøš¬ #ThankYouCounselors #NationalSchoolCounselorDay #SteelCityStrong
šØSpecial announcement!!! 2024-2025 yearbooks are officially on sale ā buy yours today! Don't miss out on the friends, teachers, and staff that make Steel City special š. Inside, you will find coverage of beloved school events, such as spirit weeks š„³, field trips š, sporting events š, and award ceremonies š. Don't miss out on the memories: click the link below to place an order now!
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/2674279/Steel-City-Academy/2025-Yearbook/2025020309151735365/CATALOG_SHOP/
š„STEEL CITYāITāS TIME TO SHOW OUT!š„
Steel City's Student Government is hosting a Black History Month Essay, Creative Writing, & Art Contest! šØāš¾š
We celebrate Black history every day, but we just go harder in Februaryāand now itās YOUR turn to make history. K-12 students, this is your chance to honor hidden figures in Black history through essays, poetry, short stories, or artwork! Prizes to all of our winners!
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Opening Date: February 4, 2025
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Submission Deadline: February 24, 2025
All entries go to Ms. Wallace, and a panel of teachers & students will judge the winners. Need a submission form? Talk to your squad leader!
LET'S HONOR THE GREATS & MAKE HISTORY TOGETHER! šāš¾ #SteelCityBHM #BlackHistoryEveryDay #WeGoHarderInFebruary
š¢š„ Steel City Family - Weāve made it to 100 days of school! š„š¢
This Friday, February 7th, weāre celebrating Steel Cityās 100th Day of School in style! šāØ Rock your 100-day gear OR channel your inner wisdom and dress like youāre 100 years old! šš©šµš½š§š¾#SteelCity100 #100DaysWiser #WeAreSteelCityStrong
š„ At Steel City, we celebrate Black history every dayā we just go a little harder in February! š„
Join us next week for Black History Month Spirit Week as we honor culture, excellence, and legacy with style and pride. šā¤ļøšš¤
Check out the flyer for daily themes and get ready to show up and show out! āØ Whoās got the best HBCU swag? The boldest social justice tee? The most vibrant Pan-African colors? We canāt wait to see you all represent! šŖš¾š
#BlackHistoryMonth #SteelCitySpirit #SteelCityStrong #BlackHistoryIsAmericanHistory
šØ ITāS TIME! šØ Steel City Girls on the Run Registration is NOW OPEN!
Are you ready to build confidence, embrace your strength, unleash your GIRL POWER and move with purpose? Steel City Academy is launching Girls on the Run for 3rd-8th grade girls, and we want YOU to be part of it!
š Program Details:
šāāļø Season Starts: March 4th
š Location: Steel City Academy
š„ 3rd-5th Grade Girls: Practice on Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 3:00 - 4:15 PM
š„ 6th-8th Grade Girls: Practice on Tuesdays, 3:00 - 5:00 PM
š You must have your own transportation
āØ Thanks to full sponsorship, this program is COMPLETELY FREE! But hurryāonly the first 15 girls per group will secure a spot!
šļø Use code STEELCITY during registration!
š Sign up NOW: Register Here: https://www.pinwheel.us/.../GOTR-NWI-Spring-2025-Program...
Tag a friend who needs to join this journey with you! Letās move, grow, and run toward greatness together! šŖš„ #SteelCityStrong #GirlsOnTheRun #MoveWithPurpose
š„š FLAMES HIT THE HARDWOOD! šš„
Our high school boys and girls basketball teams hit the road for region battles at HAST, and they showed up with joy, team, and grit in every play! Both teams played their hearts out, representing Steel City WELL!
Special shoutout to our girls for bringing home the W! šŖš We can't wait to see both teams continue to grow this season! Keep the energy and commitment to getting better every day!
Go Flames! š„š„š„ Shout out to our Student Media team for the photos!
šø #SteelCityFlames #FlameOn #JoyTeamGrit #GoFlame
We are thrilled š¤© to announce our 2025-2026 New Student Application is NOW OPEN! šØšØš¾āšš Don't miss this opportunity for your child to attend Steel City Academy! #ChooseSteelCity to give your child:
šŖš¼ A core value culture rooted in safety, stability and strong academics
ā¤ļø Passionate, certified educators teaching rigorous, grade level content every day
š Meaningful relationships with peers and staff that support them to and through their postsecondary pathway to college, trade school, or the military
āļø Access to robust experiences including field trips, college trips, club offerings, community engagement events, and more
š„ A single site, K-12 public charter rooted in our mission to offer a new narrative of what is possible for the students and families of Gary
š Small moments resulting in BIG FUTURES
We invite you to #ChooseSteelCity āļøš„š Apply today at www.steelcityacademy.org/page/enroll-your-student
š„ Huge Congratulations to Our High School Students! š„
We celebrated the incredible dedication, perseverance, and achievements of our 9th-12th graders at the Quarter 2 Awards Ceremonyāand what a celebration it was! š
Our high schoolers are stepping up, setting the bar high, and showing what it means to work hard and lead with purpose. We honored:
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Core Value Award Winners ā students who lead by example and embody the spirit of Steel City.
š Quarter 2 Honor Roll ā recognizing those making big strides in their learning.
šÆ Perfect & 92% Attendance ā because consistency is key to success!
šÆ Red Slip Free Scholars ā celebrating students who make great choices every day.
š° Top Steel City Bucks Earners ā showcasing responsibility, leadership, and commitment.
And a very special honorāwe awarded the Katie Kirley Award to one outstanding student from each grade level who not only has the highest GPA but also meets our attendance and behavior expectations. This award recognizes the students who truly exemplify the best of Steel City in both academics and character! šš
We are so proud of our high schoolers for their hard work, resilience, and leadership. Keep pushing forwardāQuarter 3 is here, and weāre ready to make it the best one yet! š„āØ #SteelCityProud #HighSchoolExcellence
