Summer SCORES Service Project

Summer SCORES students went on a community walk and noted everything they saw.  They then decided which aspects were positive and which were negative for the community.  Soon they will determine what community issue they will focus on and how they can turn that negative into a positive.

Campers also wrote poems about their community and made beautiful displays to decorate the community center.

They wrote down some goals on postcards to themselves.  

We will send them out as reminders of their personal and group goals.

SCORES students focus on helping the environment and preventing bullying

Summer SCORES students worked in 2 groups.  Each group did a community walk and observed some assets and some problems in their school community.  The groups chose to work on bullying and helping plants around the school yard.

Some ideas for how to help fix the dead plants students saw on their community wall

Students researched their topic online and came up with a plan for helping to end bullying and save plants.

The Anti-bullying group came up with rules for addressing bullies assertively and acted out situations where different students had to address various forms of bullying.  Their creativity was very impressive and powerful. 

Reminders for role play

Some research notes on dealing with bullying

Summer SCORES Students Perform at Poetry Slam

The student gave a final performance.  They selected a "red carpet" theme.

Waiting in the wings

Awards were given to each camper.  Students came to the microphone to accept their award and instead of a thank you speech, they recited their poems.

2012 Summer SCORES Poetry Awards

Jacob: Best 5 Senses Poem for “Grandma’s Oatmeal”

Noel: Most Beautiful Imagery used Throughout Poems

Danny: Best “I am” poem

Nye: Best Haiku

Nakia: Best Range of Poetic Form and Devices

Brielle: Best Simile throughout One Poem for “Swans”

Jenisys:  Best Couplet Poem for “Chirping, Chirping Everywhere”

Isaiah: Best Use of Rhyming Throughout Poems

Melissa: Best Nonsense Poem for “Maddog”

Jeremy: Best Animal Poem for “Turtle”

Dean: Most Creative Poetry

Pedro: Best Poems about People for “Mohammad” and “Jake”

Amaya:  Best Olympics Poem for “Olympic People”

Nivea: Most Magical Language and Images in Poems

Students also presented the work they did in community service class.

SCORES students presenting the community that they designed

Many families attended the potluck and end of the season performance.

The audience enjoying the presentation

Summer SCORES students went on a community walk and noted everything they saw.  They then decided which aspects were positive and which were negative for the community.  Soon they will determine what community issue they will focus on and how they can turn that negative into a positive.

Campers also wrote poems about their community and made beautiful displays to decorate the community center.

They wrote down some goals on postcards to themselves.  

We will send them out as reminders of their personal and group goals.

Students will vote on their issue soon!

Check back soon to learn what they chose ;-)

Summer SCORES Students Draw thier Dream Community

Students discussed what makes a community and what makes a community strong.  They were given the job of city planners and they designed and drew incredible communities.

Then students were able to interview "potential home buyers" to see what thier community might be missing and finally they added the finishing touches to their dream communities.

The students will present the community to the potential home buyers and try to convince them to purchase a home in their community.

Mattahunt Recycling to Protect the Earth

The Mattahunt SCORES team promoted recycling in their school with these great posters.

They found superheros and earth images the most compelling ways to promote recycling.

A little water didn't bother Recycle Man

The Earth is Worth Keeping Around

The students even included important information about what can go into school recycling bins:

Student Reflection:

What does my community mean to me?

It means to have family, neighbors and friends.

What I like about my community is the park, school programs, stores and other things.

What I don't like about my community is the bad neighbors, robbers and trash in the streets.

-Marc D.

Nice job Mattahunt Team!

Spotlight on OGPS

The Orchard Gardens' Lions quilt is finished!  The project includes 25 student designed squares made from felt.  It will be donated to the children's ward of a hospital near the school.

Great job OGPS!

From planning stage

To final product

The team made a poster to display at Jamboree.  The poster has quotes from team members:

"We designed our quilt to inspire and cheer up the kids"

Intricate designs

"A quilt will help children in the hospital because when they see it they will feel safe and not scared if they're getting surgery."

wonderful details

"I like Lakatha's design because it says stay strong and it's very inspiring.  It's a heart and a muscle on it."

"My favorite square is Erica's because if a little kid likes to play princess or prince they might imagine that they are in a castle"

And of course, the OGPS Lions included a soccer ball or two!

SOCCER!!!

Celebrating Jamboree! Pie in the face fun~

America SCORES celebrated our14th Annual Jamboree on June 7th.  The weather cooperated for long enough to to have a great tournament, arts and crafts sessions, some great food and a chance for students to see what all the other teams did for their service project.

Awards were given to students for Teamwork, Leadership, Commitment and Dedication, called the "3 Year Awards".

Students voted for which SCORES Member should get the traditional "Pie in the Face".  They earned tickets by discussing their service project and chose who would get the whipped cream pie.

This year the unlucky winner was Freya Hoffman-Terry.

Before

After!
Surprisingly tasty

Unfortunately the rain made us rush the award ceremony and many students didn't get to see the pie in the face ritual.  We are posting the video here:

Thanks to everyone who made this day possible.

Check back in for more service highlights.

SCORES Unveils Paintings at "RCIS Arts Night"

The Roger Clap Innovation School held their first annual "Arts Night at RCIS" on June 7th.

America SCORES made a special presentation in front of a packed auditorium, revealing the 2 indoor murals that they worked on all season.

The two paintings focused on Peace, Environmental Stewardship and the major RCIS principals.

Students, parents, teachers and supporters enjoyed refreshments after the art presentations.

Great Job RCIS!

JFK School uses parent/teacher game day to sell fruit cups for cancer patients

The SCORES team at the John F Kennedy School is raising money for cancer patients by selling fruit cups.

Delicious snacks

 JFK students advertised the fun event in their school last week.  On Thursday they played soccer while their parents helped sell healthy snacks to teachers and on lookers.

Poster in front of Ms. Moody's room

JFK Boys Team holds their own against some talented parents and teachers

Principal Landing played against the girls

Mr. Robinson makes a critical save!

One of the parent stars showing the JFK girls a thing or two

JFK break away!

Teacher/Family Game Day a Resounding Success

Scores teams across Boston celebrated family and community with fun scrimmage last Thursday.

Hennigan team banner

Brothers playing together

Face painting, fun games and fabulous food were some of the highlights at the Hennigan.

Coach Cindy painting faces

What a potluck!

Getting a little silly