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Guidance Center of Westchester shares information with students at Rebecca Turner Academy

Guidance Center of Westchester at RTA
Guidance Center of Westchester shares information with students at Rebecca Turner Academy

Students at Rebecca Turner Academy have been engaging in a series of “Preparing for Life” workshops hosted by School Counselor, Jennifer Goire-Peralta. The first workshop focused on introducing various post-secondary opportunities and pathways. Many students expressed interests in entrepreneurship, while others are considering careers in trades such as cosmetology, HVAC and construction.

In efforts to continue to help students prepare for their future, RTA is collaborating with the Guidance Center of Westchester to create a fluid pathway from graduation to employment. Advisors from the Center for College and Careers visited students on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, to explain the intake process and how they can get started on their future by taking advantage of their trade preparation programs and multitude of services. 

RTA scholars have also shown interest in pursuing careers in business, education and nursing. To help further ignite these interests, students will be visiting Rockland Community College and the University of Mount Saint Vincent in November. Students will have the opportunity to tour the campus and participate in an information session. They will even have the chance to start the application process on the spot. At RTA, efforts on helping scholars prepare for their future is a daily occurrence! 

Guidance Center of Westchester at RTA


 

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Rebecca Turner Academy students bring women's suffrage to life with performance

Students at Rebecca Turner Academy brought the fight for voting rights to life in "Votes for Women," a powerful production by fifth- and sixth-graders. Portraying trailblazers like Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Ida B. Wells and Alice Paul, scholars explored the long journey to the 19th Amendment while sharpening their performance skills along the way. A true collaboration across grade levels and a meaningful lesson in justice and equality. Kudos to Ebony Cooper for guiding this inspiring experience!

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RTA students get active for Read and Run Across America activity

Students at Rebecca Turner Academy combined literacy and movement as they read their way across the country through engaging passages and an exciting obstacle course experience. This activity highlighted literacy across content areas, integrating reading, physical education, art and geography in a meaningful and engaging way.

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Class 4G at RTA completes Black History Month research project

Students in Class 4G at Rebecca Turner Academy recently celebrated Black History Month by researching influential African American figures who helped shape our nation. Each student selected a historical figure and created an in-depth research poster highlighting the person’s life, accomplishments, character traits, and lasting impact.

The image shows a group of people, including adults and children, gathered in what appears to be a school or community setting. The adults are interacting with the children, possibly in a teaching or mentoring capacity, as the children hold what seem to be books or other educational materials.
RTA Pre-K students lead assembly with presentation of Montgomery Bus Boycott

Rebecca Turner Academy’s Pre-K scholars led this month’s grade-level assembly last Friday with a presentation on the Montgomery Bus Boycott. RTA's youngest scholars took on important roles, including Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, the bus driver, police officer, passengers, and protestors holding signs.

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Rebecca Turner Academy Hosts 'Together Against Hate' Assembly

On February 6th, Rebecca Turner Academy came together for our “Together Against Hate” assembly! During the assembly, students from Pre‑K through grade 6 participated in a schoolwide presentation that explored the concept of identity and how understanding ourselves—and one another—helps create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive school culture. A student-led skit showcased examples of kindness, standing up for others, and appreciating differences in everyday situations.

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RTA third-grade students research and write about trailblazing African Americans

Third-grade students in Ms. Saroya Brown's class at Rebecca Turner Academy recently completed an engaging research and writing project celebrating trailblazing African Americans. Each student selected an influential historical figure and conducted research to learn about their life, accomplishments, and impact on society.

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Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity visits RTA to read to students

Rebecca Turner Academy was proud to host the New Rochelle-White Plains Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. for their National Day of Reading on January 23. Several fraternity members, including the Polemarch (President), visited classrooms to read aloud, engage scholars in meaningful book discussions, and connect with them through thoughtful conversation. Their presence made literacy come alive and reinforced the importance of reading, mentorship, and positive role models. Our scholars were fully engaged and truly enjoyed the experience.