Greetings from the Humanities Team! These past few weeks, students in Humanities classes have been learning about voting and our upcoming Presidential election (November 3rd). Students (from all six cohorts) were able to register to vote and understood this is another step in becoming young adults. Also, students who were already registered are just as eager to participate and advocate in the election and voting process. Needless to say, the entire staff and families are all very proud of the young adults of Cooke Transitions who are ready to vote and have their voices heard! To find your polling site in NY for Early Voting or Election Day voting, please visit https://findmypollsite.vote.nyc. Lastly, students in Humanities classes continue to read What was the March on Washington? . The story discusses significant Civil Rights events of the past. With guidance, students will learn to compare and contrast the many topics of the book (activism, cooperating, and peaceful protests) to recent news (via Newsela) and social justice issues today. -Devin Power Transitions Head Teacher How to safely vote! The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have drawn up an extensive guide informing polling stations and voters how to adhere to the best health and safety practices during this year’s presidential elections. While many of the prevention strategies — such as frequently cleaning polling station surfaces — are in the hands of election officials and poll workers, there is a lot that voters themselves can do to stay safe. Internship News! Remote internships have kicked off at Transitions! Our students have risen to the occasion, and have been working diligently and professionally from their homes. We could not be more proud of them. A few reminders:
This week in Art and Artists, the Milk cohort attended a virtual trip with Photoville. Photoville is a free photo festival accessible to everyone. Photoville’s goal is to help inspire and make connections through visual storytelling. Photoville this year hosted many virtual events and 16 outdoor exhibitions in NYC. The exhibitions are currently on display though November 29, 2020. During the trip students had the opportunity to meet five photographers; Kiana Hayeri, Laylah Amatullah Barrayn, Michelle V. Agins, Mz. Icar, and Sara Naomi Lewkowicz. The artists and our students discussed race, immigration, the artist's creative process, and how imagery can affect life events in a positive and negative way. Students then were able to ask the artists relevant questions regarding these topics and many more. The experience was rewarding for both the Photoville artists and our students and we can’t wait to return to Photoville next year! Below are the links to the Photoville website, information on the five artists, and a map of the 16 outdoor exhibitions. Photoville Website: https://photoville.com Artists Information: Promises Written on the Ice We are Present: Portraits from the Pandemic and the Uprising Sources of Self-Regard VALUE: In terms of Iconography Cheering on the Border What are YOU Doing to Keep Healthy?In line with the curriculum theme of Personal Health, I asked staff at Cooke Transitions, "what are you doing to keep healthy?" Magaly is a Community Inclusion Assistant (CIA) at transitions. Magaly has been eating lots of different fruits and vegetables such as mangoes and broccoli. Vegetables and fruits provide Magaly with important nutrients, antioxidants and vitamins such as: vitamin A, C, and E, which are important for her health! Magaly stays healthy by taking a walk after dinner. She likes walking for many reasons, including the health of her mind, memory and concentration. Walking also helps to reduce stress for Magaly and it helps her feel good about herself. She loves listening to music to help her feel good! She listens to classical music, jazz and the blues. Magaly also enjoys country, hip hop, pop and international music. Magaly stated “I have always believed that music is one of the languages of love and communication. Music is capable of transforming and uniting people from all walks of life. We don’t need to understand music or lyrics, in order to appreciate, enjoy and respect it.” Thank you for sharing with us Magaly! Jacqueline Bediako, Assistant Division Head Learning About Doctors Appointments in Life Skills Class!Burke Life Skills class has been learning about types of doctors, reasons to visit a doctor, and how to report any pain or sick feelings to a doctor. The class took part in role play activities in small groups. Students practiced problem solving and how to respond to common scenarios that they may encounter at a doctors office. Learning these skills helps our students to continue to increase their independence and advocacy skills in real life situations. Community Resources and InformationRegister for the webinar at the Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds HERE. Help keep your fellow NYers safe from COVID-19 by flattening the curve. Get the COVID Alert NY app HERE. Schedule Updates: Next week students will see two changes to their schedules.
Meet our nurse! Please welcome Liz Dufort, our nurse, at Cooke Transitions! Liz is committed to ensuring we are up-to-date with all regulations for reopening from the New York State Department of Health. She will be working closely with students, families and staff to keep us safe and healthy. Keep an eye out for Liz in your Zoom sessions in the coming weeks! Cooke Transitions students teach |
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