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Suicide Awareness Month!
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School will be closed on Monday, September 2nd due to the Labor Day Holiday and Tuesday September 3rd for Teacher Professional Development. School will resume on Wednesday, September 4, 2023. Have a safe holiday weekend!
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📸 Picture Day is coming on Friday, August 30th! 😄Pre-order your school pictures today on mylifetouch.com using the Picture Day ID found on your flyer, Lifetouch email communications or search for it online at mylifetouch.com.✨
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Thank you to everyone who has already paid the Chromebook insurance fee. If you haven't already, please make your payment through our web store (https://manaraacademy.revtrak.net/) as students will receiving their Chromebooks this week.
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Welcome Back, Students and Families! We're excited to start this new academic year with fresh opportunities for learning, growth, and fun. Let's make it a great one!
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A New Year, New Adventures! The start of a new school year brings new friends, new experiences, and new knowledge. Get ready to embark on an exciting educational journey!
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Together We Soar! As we begin this school year, let's remember that we are stronger together. Let's support and uplift each other to reach new heights!
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Building Bright Futures! This year, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and engaging environment where every student can thrive. Here's to a year of success and achievement!
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Welcome to Our Learning Community! We're thrilled to have you back and can't wait to see the amazing things we'll accomplish together. Let's make this school year the best one yet!
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At Manara, we've launched a heartwarming tradition called Senior Sunrise. This special event gives our seniors the opportunity to watch the sunrise on their final high school year, marking the beginning of an incredible journey. During this serene moment, they set personal goals and write heartfelt letters to their future selves, which they will open at the end of the school year. We are eagerly anticipating an unforgettable senior year filled with growth, achievement, and cherished memories.
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A Year of Possibilities! With every new school year comes endless possibilities. Embrace the challenges and seize the opportunities that come your way. Let's make it a year to remember!
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New Beginnings, Endless Opportunities! As we open the doors to a new school year, we welcome the chance to grow, learn, and succeed together. Here's to a year filled with promise and potential!
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Excitement is in the Air! The start of a new school year is always filled with excitement and anticipation. Let's channel that energy into making this year one of our best yet!
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Dream Big, Achieve More! This school year, let's dream big and work hard to achieve our goals. With determination and effort, we can accomplish anything we set our minds to. Here's to a fantastic year ahead!
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Update: The Powershool Enrollment issue has been resolved.
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Manara Academy is aware of the current problem with PowerSchool Enrollment that is causing users to see the "502 Bad Gateway" message.
After contacting PowersSchool, we learned that they are aware of the issue and have given us the following statement.
As soon as we hear from PowerSchool, we'll update and post.
Thank you,
Manara Academy Staff
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🚨 Hurry, spots are filling up fast! 🏃♂️🏃♀️ Enroll Now! 📚🎓
Exciting news! We're still enrolling for the upcoming school year at Manara Academy. Secure your spot today at manaraacademy.org and get ready to start an incredible educational journey with us from day one! Don't forget to spread the word to your family and friends – share the opportunity with everyone!
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We are thrilled to announce and introduce our new principal, Ms. Kimberly Dillard, who will be joining Manara STEM Academy starting today, July 8, 2024. Ms. Dillard brings a wealth of experience, dedication, and a passion for education that aligns perfectly with our district's commitment to excellence.
Ms. Dillard has over 20 years of experience in education, having served in various capacities such as teacher, instructional coach, assistant principal, and principal. Her most recent position was as principal for the Ministry of Education in Abu Dhabi, where she implemented innovative programs, improved student performance, fostered a positive school culture.
Throughout her career, Ms. Dillard has demonstrated a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment. She is known for her collaborative leadership style, ability to connect with students, staff, and parents, and her unwavering focus on student achievement and well-being.
In her new role at Manara STEM Academy, Ms. Kimberly Dillard is eager to build on the school's successes and work closely with all members of the school community to continue driving academic excellence and holistic development for every student.
Please join us in welcoming Ms. Dillard to our district. We are confident that Manara STEM Academy will continue to thrive and achieve great things. We look forward to Ms. Dillard's upcoming invite to parents where she will get to know her outstanding Manara Community.
Your support and involvement are crucial as we embark on this exciting new chapter together.
Welcome Ms. Dillard! We are happy you are here!
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Congratulations to Mr. Rabbani, Ms. Mehrabi, Mr. Adams, Ms. Jamodu, Ms. Linzey, Mr. Febre, and Mrs. MacFarland for your outstanding contributions to the Manara STAAR results and outcomes, student outcomes and school progress. While all teachers are deserving of recognition, this group was selected to be recognized at the June Board Meeting for various contributions to the profession and Manara. We look forward to acknowledging other staff contributions at future board meetings. 🎉💕🏅
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🌟 Exciting Announcement! 🌟
We are delighted to welcome Jonny Le to the Manara Academy family as our new Information Technology Director! 🖥️💼 Jonny brings extensive expertise in IT management and a passion for innovation that will elevate our technological capabilities to new heights. Join us in extending a warm welcome to Jonny as we embark on this exciting journey together! 🎉 #WelcomeJonny #ManaraAcademy
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