Why We Celebrate Veterans Day
Success Academy – November 13, 2017
Getting scholars to pay rapt attention during an assembly is no easy feat, but that’s exactly what the panelists at SA Upper West’s Veterans Day Community Circle were able to do. The event was the brain-child of Assistant Science Teacher, Juan Rosario, an Air Force Veteran of six years. Inspired by his scholars, he wanted to do something to help them understand why we celebrate Veterans Day—by meeting and hearing from real veterans.
From Platoon Leader to Business Operations Manager — A Day in the Life of Tunde Osilaja
Success Academy – November 9, 2017
William “Tunde” Osilaja joined Success Academy as a Business Operations Manager (BOM) in September 2016 at our Bronx 3 Middle School. BOMs report directly to our Principals and serve as key members of a school’s leadership team. On October 20, 2017, we accompanied Tunde as he went about his day as a Business Operations Manager.
After Serving Overseas, a Veteran Finds Success
Success Academy – 6 de marzo de 2017
Five years ago, Andrew Batwash was deployed in Afghanistan, leading efforts to defuse roadside bombs.
After Leaving to Serve His Country, Teacher Returns to Say Thank You
Brenda Gonzalez – February 22, 2016
Our school has not been the same since Chris took his leave of absence in December, but we were thrilled that he returned Feb. 19, even if for only one day.