Category: Special Events

Snapshot: Enriching and Extending Reading for Your Gifted Child

1/27/2021

By Science & Arts Academy

We enjoyed hosting Snapshot: Enriching and Extending Reading for Your Gifted Child with Dr. Ama Thompson, Student Support Coordinator at Science & Arts Academy, as part of our Snapshot event series. These 30-minute virtual events are designed for the parents of gifted children and are free and open to the public.

Dr. Thompson’s presentation touched on the elements of reading development, especially as they relate to the characteristics of gifted readers, and how parents can enrich the reading comprehension of their children through conversation.

Watch a recording of the presentation »

Snapshot: Understanding Giftedness at All Ages

1/18/2021

by Science & Arts Academy

We enjoyed hosting Snapshot: Understanding Giftedness at All Ages with Kathleen Nilles, Parent Services and Communications Manager for the National Association of Gifted Children, as part of our Snapshot event series. These 30-minute virtual events are designed for the parents of gifted children and are free and open to the public.

Kathleen touched on what parents should look for at the various ages of their child’s development from toddlerhood through high school, and offered a wealth of insight on everything from expanding a child’s interests to social development. Watch a recording of the presentation »

Snapshots Virtual Events for Parents

5/21/2020

By Science & Arts Academy

As kids and families settle into the new realities of distance learning, the challenges that they face extend beyond their daily school work. On Wednesday, May 20 SAA's Director of Enrollment, Mindy Hildebrandt hosted two Snapshot virtual 30-minute events for parents on two very timely topics.

Science & Arts Academy Hosts Cut for a Cause

3/27/2020

By Science & Arts Academy

Pictures of students participating in event

Teachers and students from Science & Arts Academy (SAA) in Des Plaines hosted their annual Cut for a Cause Event in March.

Students, parents, faculty, staff and friends gathered to watch eight SAA students and two faculty members donate eight or more inches of hair each to the organization Children With Hair Loss. This organization provides human hair replacements at no cost to children and young adults facing medically-related hair loss.

Student Council Donates Over 1800 Pounds of Food

3/20/2020

By Science & Arts Academy

Science & Arts Academy students donate food

The Science & Arts Academy Student Council challenged the entire school community to be part of the "Food Fight" sponsored by the Des Plaines Chamber of Commerce & Industry's board of directors. From Feb. 1 through March 1, students collected nonperishable food items that would directly support those in need through the Self Help Closet & Pantry of Des Plaines. Student Council representatives specifically challenged each homeroom to collect at least three nonperishable items per student. Read the article »

International Night 2020

3/11/2020

By Science & Arts Academy

On March 5, the SAA community gathered for this year’s International Night, themed 'Share Your Cultural Story.” This special evening is where SAA families have a chance to tell their cultural stories through dance, song, fashion, art and food.

Rivers Casino Supports SAA Scholarship Fund

5/28/2019

By Science & Arts Academy

Today we wish to thank Rivers Casino for their generous support of the SAA Scholarship Fund, growing our efforts for more gifted students to attend Science & Arts Academy. Thank you for supporting our mission!

Kristin Kaloyanides presented SAA with this outstanding gift demonstrating their commitment to education in Chicagoland.

Pictured: Aviad Sheinfeld, Nina Menis, Kristin Kaloyanides from Rivers Casino, Tim Costello, and Hillari Jacobs

Parent Education Events at SAA

4/29/2019

By Science & Arts Academy

We enjoyed hosting Parenting Gifted Children at Science & Arts Academy last week. Professional counselor and author Catherine Gruener talked about the many common parenting challenges and strategies while leading some hands-on parent training exercises.

SAA faculty speakers Carolyn Manley and Tina Centineo shared more on what schools can do to support the social and emotional needs of gifted children.

If you are interested in learning more about our school, please feel free to schedule a tour or parent meeting. All tours at SAA are private, and offer an opportunity to visit classrooms and speak with teachers. Please contact Mindy Hildebrandt, Director of Enrollment.

SAA on Comcast Newsmakers

12/21/2018

By Science & Arts Academy

Tim Costello, Head of School at Science & Arts Academy (SAA), talks to Comcast Newsmakers about why families value the gifted education that SAA provides, honoring a child's developmental age as well as their academic abilities. "Children are in the company of intellectual peers and they're in an environment where its cool to be smart."

Artist Nicolosi Visits SAA

11/16/2018

By Science & Arts Academy

SAA students were treated to an afternoon with Artist Nicolosi, a top contemporary artist known for his signature Pop art portraits of many of today’s top luminaries in entertainment, sports, political and corporate arenas.

Nicolosi ’s friendship with "To Kill a Mockingbird" author Harper Lee led to the creation of his documentary, Song of the Mockingbird: Monroeville Memories. Together he and 7th & 8th grade students watched the film after learning more about his work and life. Learn more about his documentary here.

Nicolosi shared many words of wisdom with our students about the power of commitment, staying true to yourself and your gifts, and having the courage to pursue your talents and interests!

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