Seeking High School Director/Principal at Synergy Quantum Academy

Synergy Quantum Academy in South Los Angeles, CA is seeking a High School Director/Principal. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic instructional leader to lead their STEM-focused high school as it enters its fourth year. The position description for the role can be found below and at: www.on-ramps.com/jobs/938.  

High School Director/Principal at Synergy Quantum Academy Industry: Education Function: Instructional Leadership / Teaching City: Los Angeles State: CA Date Listed: 2014-05-09 ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: Founded in 2004, Synergy Academies’ mission is to create and share solutions that eliminate the achievement gap. Synergy creates and shares solutions through the operation of urban public charter schools in South Los Angeles that implement a holistic approach to education, believe in collective accountability, and share best practices through professional collaboration. Synergy’s vision is to ensure that its scholars will meet or exceed the Common Core State Standards and take college-preparatory classes in secondary school so that they can eventually attend the four-year university of their choice or pursue the career of their choice. Synergy also believes in the importance of developing model citizens and future leaders - hence Synergy’s motto, "Be Your Best. Do Your Best." Synergy Academies now serves over 1,300 students in grades K-12 in three schools: Synergy Charter Academy (elementary school), Synergy Kinetic Academy (middle school), and Synergy Quantum Academy (high school). All Synergy schools are focused on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) and are intentionally collaborating with and co-located with traditional LAUSD schools on campuses in South Los Angeles. ABOUT THE POSITION: The School’s Director/Principal is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the school in accordance with school policies and ensures that the school is in compliance with all applicable laws. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Instructional Leadership Assume primary responsibility for curriculum and instruction Mentor and support teachers by conducting frequent classroom observations and providing timely feedback based on observations Evaluate teachers in accordance with organizational policy, including implementing teacher support plans when necessary and using the Marzano Teacher Evaluation Model Ensure teachers implement effective daily and yearly pacing plans and lesson plans Coordinate Professional Development and staff meetings Regularly collect, analyze, and share data to drive student achievement and inform instructional practices Oversee the school’s applicable testing programs, including the administration required state assessments such as CELDT, CAASPP, Physical Fitness Serve as the main administrator in charge of special education Oversee after school intervention, Saturday school, and/or summer school programs. School Culture and Discipline Supervise, support and evaluate the Assistant Director of School Culture to ensure: Appropriate procedures are in place for discipline, supervision, and Student Success Team meetings Student safety through the creation of supervision schedules for Campus Assistants Coordination of campus-wide meetings and events Compliance and effectiveness of the school’s special education programs and services Parent Engagement and Student Activities Supervise, support and evaluate the Assistant Director of Student and Family Services to ensure: Coordination of field trips, including special field trips to Washington, D.C. or other locations outside of Los Angeles Effectiveness of school’s fundraising activities Implementation of required student health screenings Organization of parent meetings and workshops Implementation of school site’s School Operations Committee and English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) Effective coordination of parent conferences and school events Oversight of athletic programs College and Career Readiness Supervise, support and evaluate the Academic and College Counselors to ensure: Master scheduling allows students access to appropriate classes Counselors are meeting with students and/or families in a timely manner Implementation of student testing programs, including CAHSEE, EAP, PSAT, SAT/ACT, and AP tests Access to additional student support programs such as SAT/ACT test preparation, credit recovery, community college classes, internship opportunities, pre-college programs, and special summer programs Timely support is provided to students to submit college applications and apply for financial aid and scholarships Appropriate tracking of high school student alumni and maintain high school transcripts Timely redesignation of ELL to RFEP status Coordination of College Fair, Career Day, end of the year awards ceremony, Grad Nite, and culmination ceremony Operations Supervise, support and evaluate the school’s office staff to ensure: Maintenance of student information systems, student records, and school records, including the confidentiality of student information Appropriate procedures are in place for situations such as student enrollment procedures, lottery procedures, student record requests, etc. Drafting of policies and procedures, employee handbooks, and parent/student handbooks Management of the school’s budget Staff have adequate resources to do their jobs External Community Relations Effectively communicate with staff, parents, students, and community members Represent the school at off-campus events Develop and maintain partnerships with community members, businesses, and organizations Serve as the main liaison between the school and Synergy’s Board of Directors, including submitting written reports on the school’s operations to the Board of Directors CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS: The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: Demonstrates a positive attitude, works as a team player, takes initiative as a leader, and is willing to do “whatever it takes” to help students, staff, and parents succeed Has a strong instructional background and is willing to learn new instructional strategies and philosophies as well as how to teach other grades and subjects that he/she may not have taught before Exhibits strong classroom management and experience in enforcing school-wide discipline policies Works with attention to detail and is able to meet deadlines Communicates well via both written and oral communication means Possesses strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with staff members, parents, district personnel, vendors, and other external parties Proficient in the use of computers, including but not limited to word processing, spreadsheets, multimedia presentations, e-mail, the Internet, and digital media Has experience in a High School setting Has either a Master’s degree in education, an administrative credential, or at least two years of school administrative-related experience such as in a coordinator or assistant principal position at a High School Is willing to help teach as needed such as during summer school, Saturday school, after school, during school breaks, and/or during the regular school day Demonstrates an in-depth understanding of and commitment to the school’s mission and vision Fluent in Spanish preferred but not required Able to lift heavy objects up to 30 lbs. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Salary and benefits will be competitive and commensurate with experience. » Please consider me for this position.

Synergy Quantum Academic is also hiring K-12 teachers for the 2014-15 school year. Interested candidates should apply online at EdJoin.org (search for Synergy Academies for their available positions).

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El Rodeo Yearbook Portraits for USC Graduating Students (Starts September 21st)

Attention Fall 2012, Spring 2013, and Summer 2013 Graduates!

Each year, El Rodeo features a Graduates section with portraits of those students who are receiving degrees (as undergraduates or graduates), and who wish to have their picture made for that purpose.

Portraits for the year's graduates are taken on campus free of charge by our official yearbook portrait photographer, Lauren Studios, during the fall semester.

The photos for the 2013 edition of El Rodeo will be taken starting September 21 on the fourth floor of the Student Union building (STU).

To schedule a sitting time, please visit the Lauren Studios website, and use either your personal Client ID number (sent to you by mail), or the USC school password: TROY2013.

 The photo session and yearbook portrait are free. Lauren Studios also offers graduates an opportunity to purchase other high-quality photo packages at the same session.

 Do I need my cap and gown?

No, Lauren Studios will have a selection of gowns and caps available to match the degree you are receiving and degree program that you are graduating from. You will rent your actual graduation attire in April at the USC Bookstore.  

What if I am graduating early?

If you are graduating in December, you are welcome to have your portrait made for the coming edition of El Rodeo. Just be sure to schedule a photo session this fall, and you will be included.

Don't forget to order your copy of the yearbook! If you will not be on campus to pick up the book in April, be sure to select the USPS media mail with signature confirmation shipping option to have El Rodeo sent directly to you.

Click here to order your yearbook!

Commencement 2012 Special Ceremonies during the weeks of April 29-May 11th 2012

WEEKEND CEREMONY:

Lavender Celebration
Sunday, April 29, 2012
4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
Argue Plaza
www.usc.edu/lgbt/lavender

WEDNESDAY CEREMONY:

Phi Kappa Phi Initiation Ceremony
1:30 p.m.
Bing Theater
(213) 740-1143
Invitation-only ceremony honoring new Phi Kappa Phi honor society faculty and student initiates.

THURSDAY CEREMONIES:

Student Recognition Awards Ceremony
sturec@usc.edu
Bovard Auditorium
Invitation-only ceremony. Awards presented include The Order of Troy, The Order of Areté, and The Order of the Laurel and the Palm.

African American Cultural Celebration
8:00 p.m.
Bovard Auditorium
www.usc.edu/cbcsa
(213) 740-8257

Asian Pacific Cultural Celebration
8:00 p.m.
Ronald Tutor Campus Center, Grand Ballroom
http://sait.usc.edu/apass/

Chicano/Latino Graduate Celebration
8:00 p.m.
Howard Jones Field
www.usc.edu/student-affairs/elcentro
(213) 740-1480


FRIDAY CEREMONY:

Commencement Day Welcome for New Grads
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Widney Alumni House
New Grad Welcome

The USC Alumni Association invites the university's newest alumni, the Class of 2012, and their families to visit the Widney Alumni House on Commencement Day 2012.

Between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., take a relaxing break, enjoy refreshments, and learn about the benefits of your complimentary Alumni Association membership.

For more information about all special ceremonies: http://www.usc.edu/dept/pubrel/specialevents/commencement/special.php

FWD TO GRADUATING STUDENTS** -- African American Cultural Celebration 2012

African American Cultural Celebration (AACC) 2012

“Victory: Celebrating a legacy of excellence…Defining a future of promise.”

The African American Cultural Celebration (AACC) is a time to celebrate ourselves and our fellow Trojans for all of our accomplishments here at USC. Through speakers, performances, and multi-media presentations, people are able to express their love and endearment for the Class of 2012 and for all of their victories obtained through both scholarship and personal excellence.

The AACC 2012 Planning Committee would like to extend to this year’s graduating class the opportunity to be a part of the process of selecting these dynamic and influential speakers. Currently, we are seeking nominations for the Keynote, Graduate, and Undergraduate Speakers.

If you have any nominations for the Keynote Speaker, please send an email with your suggestion(s) to blkgrad@usc.edu ASAP! In the past, Keynote Speakers have come from various professions and fields and have included people ranging from Ernest James Wilson III, Ph.D., the dean of Annenberg School of Communication, to Judge Mablean Ephiam of “Divorce Court”. No idea is too big or too small!!

If you would like to be the Graduate or Undergraduate Speaker, please send an email to blkgrad@usc.edu your name, major, contact information such as an email and phone number that you can best be reach at, and a 100-125 word summary of your proposed speech – making sure to focus on the message that you would like to share with the graduating class. All submissions are due by Wednesday, March 28th. If you are selected, you will be notified on Friday, March 30th. On the following Thursday, April 5th, you will be asked to present a 3-5 minute speech at the AACC 2021 Planning Committee meeting which is held every Thursday in THH 106 from 5:30PM – 6:30PM.

To find out everything you need to know about the African American Cultural Celebration 2012, please visit our website at http://sait.usc.edu/cbcsa/black_graduation_info.asp.


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African American Cultural Celebration Committee 2012
University of Southern California (USC)
Ms. Corliss P. Bennett-McBride-Advisor
Ms. Rayven Vinson-2012 Coordinator
Center for Black Cultural & Student Affairs (CBCSA)
3601 Trousdale Parkway, Student Union 415
Los Angeles, CA, 90089-4899
blkgrad@usc.edu
(213) 740-8257-phone
(213) 740-3298-fax

USC Grad Fair 2012

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Attention Graduating Students: USC Bookstore Grad Fair

Grad Fair is your one-stop shop event to purchase commencement-related items and ask questions. Vendor tables will be set up where students will be able to do everything from ordering caps and gowns to buying announcements, yearbooks and class rings. If students attend Grad Fair and order their cap and gown, they will be able to pick them up a day before the regular distribution. Graduating students and their parents are encouraged to attend. Join us on February 14th 10am-4 pm, February 15th 10am-4 pm, February 16th 10 am -6 pm in the RTCC ballroom.

http://www.usc.edu/dept/pubrel/specialevents/commencement/gradfair.php

El Rodeo Yearbook Portraits

Dear USC graduating student:

If you are indeed graduating this academic year, we want to make certain you are included in the 2012 edition of USC's El Rodeo yearbook.

To accommodate your busy schedule, we have arranged extended appointment times including evening hours and some Saturdays. Please sign up NOW for your portrait appointment, which is easy, free of cost, and takes only about 10 minutes.

To sign up: Just click this link: http://uscelrodeo.com/portraits. Please use the USC password: Troy 2012

Don't wait! Appointments are filling up quickly with only a few days remaining.

All portraits are taken on campus, in the Student Union Building (STU) on the fourth floor. We look forward to including your photo as a special part of USC history!

If you have questions, or would like to place an order for your copy of the 2012 El Rodeo, please visit our website: uscelrodeo.com or call our office: (213) 740-2707.

With all best wishes,

Mona H. Cravens
USC Director of Student Publications
El Rodeo Yearbook Adviser

USC Commencement: Day of Information (IMPORTANT FOR GRADUATING STUDENTS)

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Phi Delta Kappa Membership

To Master's Students:

I wanted to pass along a special opportunity to all master's degree students in Rossier. USC students or alumni who join the USC Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa are eligible to purchase a lovely cardinal-and-gold satin stole/sash to wear over their gown at commencement. Those who join our chapter of PDK at the May 6th dinner meeting can still purchase the sash and receive it in time for the ceremony. This is also the last initiation ceremony for this school year.

Please see the following Phi Delta Kappa membership application and sash order form.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Lisa M. Regan
President, USC Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa 2010 Cohort, USC Rossier School of Education Ed.D. Program
lisa.regan@usc.edu
Office: (323) 271-3608
Fax: (323) 560-8412

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MFT Graduation Event 2011 (May 12, 2011)

If you have trouble viewing or submitting this form, you can fill it out online:
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RSVP Bonaventure Brewing Company--Graduation Event May 12, 2011

PLEASE fill out this form and submit it back by FEB 25. This will be used to compile an email list of graduating students so that we can contact you for event details and graduation information. Reminder: Event date: THURSDAY May 12, 2011 Event time: Promptly begins at 6:00pm till 8:00pm Event location: Bonaventure Brewing Company (downtown LA) Guests: graduate student + 3 GUESTS Cost: $5 per person (even for graduates) Food: light appetizers MONEY DUE TO ARIANA by FEB. 25, cash is preferred, however if you give a check please make it out to ARIANA AJIR. Please specify on the check how many guests.

Name *

Are you graduating? * Yes No

What is the BEST email address to contact? *

How many tickets will you need (INCLUDING YOURSELF)? * 1 2 3 4

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Please provide the FIRST and LAST name of EACH guest (including yourself) * we MUST have a list of the guests in order for your guests to attend the event.

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