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Science Olympiad Teams Earn Fourth at State

4/17/2019

 
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​Congratulations to our Science Olympiad Varsity and Trial Event Teams whose dedication and passion for science was evident as they earned fourth place at the Illinois Science Olympiad State Competition at University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign! KABOOM! 

Meet Our SEL Coach

4/8/2019

 
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Mrs. Centineo joined SAA in 2012 and currently teaches Language Arts to students in third through fifth grade, and serves as the school's Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Coach.  As SEL Coach, she ensures that SEL best practices are integrated into classrooms and family partnerships.

SEL enhances students' capacity to integrate skills, attitudes, and behaviors to deal effectively and ethically with daily tasks and challenges. By providing targeted resources and coaching for teachers, she helps identify the SEL needs in their classrooms and to implement SEL seamlessly across the curriculum. Tina also works closely with parents to establish a strong school-home SEL connection. 

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IMSA Junior High Math Contest

3/18/2019

 
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Last week SAA's Middle School Math Team members participated in the annual IMSA Junior High Math Contest, the premier math competition for middle school students in the state of Illinois.

There were a total of 26 schools at this event, and SAA was one of the top schools in the AA division this year. 
 earning a trophy for 2nd place overall, along with many other plaques, ribbons and medals. 

Congrats to our Math team students!



Meet Our ​​Director of Auxiliary Programs

2/12/2019

 
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As Director of Auxiliary Programs, Zach Elkin is a partner in setting the strategy and execution of all operations for SAA's vast array of auxiliary programming, which includes the many extracurricular options SAA students take part in. He is the administrative point person for all extracurricular activities, extended day child care, the school lunch program, and ur Chicago to Des Plaines student transportation service.

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Meet Our School Counselor

1/23/2019

 
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​An integral part of the Student Support Team, School Counselor Carolyn Manley brings over 30 years of teaching and counseling experience to SAA. 

Carolyn joined SAA in 2013 and from day one, she has worked to build Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) concepts and frameworks into our curriculum and school culture. The SAA counseling program is focused on identifying and alleviating obstacles so that children can work to their fullest potential. Carolyn works with students in individual, small group, and classroom settings, helping students build skills in areas like emotional management, stress management, self-awareness, and communication.  ​

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15 Games With Pool Noodles

1/15/2019

 
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​Physical education is not only about fitness. Being active and learning games give students benefits that help them think and function better in their everyday lives in a way that can’t typically be achieved in a regular classroom. 

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Meet Our Student Support Coordinator

1/7/2019

 
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As Student Support Coordinator, Dr. Ama Thompson leads the Student Support Team, providing assistance to teachers and parents in order to meet the needs of SAA students, especially those with twice exceptionalities.

Dr. Thompson has spent over 20 years in education and earned a B.S. in Communication Sciences & Disorders, a M.A. in Learning Disabilities and a Ph.D. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Northwestern University. She is also a certified Learning Behavior Specialist.​


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Science Olympiad Starts Off Strong

12/20/2018

 
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​We are kicking off the Science Olympiad season with a strong start! The Science & Arts Academy Science Olympiad Team competed in their first invitational of the season earlier this month at British International School of Chicago. 

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Artist Nicolosi Visits SAA

11/16/2018

 
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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!

Students Learn About Patent Law

10/25/2018

 
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Inventor Steve Bayer and Patent Attorney Matt Dicke visited SAA students last week and shared stories with SAA students about the process of developing and pursuing an idea. Students participated in an exercise about patent law and how to obtain a patent.  
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