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58 THE QUEENS COURIER • GRADUATION • JUNE 15, 2017 FOR BREAKING NEWS VISIT WWW.QNS.COM ST. FRANCIS PREP PASSIONATE ABOUT PROVIDING ENRICHMENT FOR STUDENTS OF ALL AGES YEAR-ROUND In speaking to St. Francis Prep’s Principal, Patrick McLaughlin, it is easy to see his passion for education, and sharing all that Prep has to offer with not only its own students, but students who aren’t even yet of high school age as well as their families. McLaughlin’s life has been rooted in Prep since he himself was a teenager. He attended Prep when it was on North 6th Street in Brooklyn, student taught at Prep during his college years (at St. Francis College), joined its faculty, serving in the Physical Education Department, and ultimately becoming Assistant Principal. He is currently in his fourth year as Principal. This summer, Prep will again, be offering its Summer Academy Program. “The mission is to provide enrichment for younger students to experience high school courses taught by high school teachers. It’s a student-centered environment where they experience success and gain interest in all of our electives,” says McLaughlin. The program was started seven years ago with offerings in only English and Mathematics. Campers asked for more time and more diversity in offerings, especially in the area of Science. Today, the course offerings have expanded to computer graphics and fine arts, music technology and production, musical theater, stem cell and forensics, video game design, and a TACHS prep course. Parents are highly pleased, given Prep’s Summer Academy exposes students to a college preparatory style of instruction. It is the aim of the program to provide students with hands-on activities throughout the week. Students will be exposed to new facilities, new equipment, and new technology. When originally launched, the Prep’s Summer Academy started with only 30 students, but has grown five-fold to 150. All the courses are taught by Prep teachers, who are assisted by Prep students and alumni. The Academy is open to students aged 10-14. There are also Winter and Spring Academies, which offer a snapshot of both the Summer Academy and daily life at Prep. McLaughlin was quick to emphasize that from their first minute, Academy students should be focused on learning something new, have fun, and enjoy the process of learning. Academy students are not the only ones who benefit from the Academy. Prep students who serve as counselors experience a great deal as well. Emily Grasso, a 2013 graduate of Prep volunteered in the summer between graduating Prep and starting college, helping Music Technology and Art classes. After her freshman year of college, she changed her major to Early Childhood Education, having been inspired by her experiences. For Prep students, the Academy gives high-schoolers the chance to give back, and hone their leadership skills. Many students who attended the Academy are now Prep students. For McLaughlin, this is a “nice cycle,” that clearly demonstrates the essential need for high schools to partner with the elementary schools and provide enrichment experiences. St. Francis Prep Principal, Patrick McLaughlin St. Francis Prep ensures small and supportive classes, academic success, emotional growth, and individualized instruction. For additional Information, please contact: Mr. Patrick McLaughlin, Principal St. Francis Preparatory School (718) 423-8810, x210 [email protected] Or refer to http://sfponline.org/sfpsummeracademy.asp, or call (718) 423-8810, x223 In addition to the Academy programs, there are also a number of sports related camps: • June 26th-June 30th o Football • July 10th-July 14th o Baseball, Cheerleading, Girls Basketball • July 17th-July 21st o Boys Terrier Basketball, Volleyball (Session 1), TACHS Prep Course • July 24th-July 28th o Boys Terrier Basketball, Dance, Softball • July 31st-August 4th o Soccer, Volleyball (Session 2), Video Game Design, Music Technology and Production, Computer and Fine Arts, Musical Theater, Stem Cell/Forensics SAINT JOAN OF ARC CATHOLIC SCHOOL Quality Education Since 1921 Children of all faiths are welcome to attend Enroll now for 2017-2018! • Nationally Recognized Blue Ribbon School of Excellence • AdvancED Ac credited • 3 and 4 yr. old Full Day Program (8am–2:15pm) • Common Core State Standards and NY State tests in Math, ELA, and Science • Traditional academic subjects plus Music, Art, Physical Education,Computer Science, and Band • After School Care available for all students from 2:15pm–7pm (for additional tuition per month) 35-27 82 Street, Jackson Heights (two blocks from Roosevelt Ave. & the 7 train) www.sjacschoolny.org • [email protected] (718) 639-9020 Stop in any time for a tour! No appointment needed!


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