To Public League All-Stars Walking Our Halls!!

15April2011 by Rafeeq Bush (NGA)

     The University City Jaguar Men’s Basketball Team is celebrating the fact that we have two Public League All-Stars.  Martez Lyles and Rafeeq Bush both hit six three-point-shots during a single game.  Martez did it during a crucial playoff game against Engineering & Science.  Even though our team finished with a loss, he played his best game of the season. 

     Rafeeq’s scored six three-pointers during two games this season.  The first was during a holiday tournament against FLC.  The second game was his first game back from sitting out at the beginning of the season.  He had a lot of pressure on him to deliver, and he wanted to make sure the coach did not regret his decision to add him as a starter.  As members of the Public League All Star Team, they were both able to play in the All Star Game held at South Philly High School.  University City Promise Academy is very proud to have these two young men representing them, and know they will go on to do great things!! 
Congratulations!!

Jaguar Times Podcast

Everyone should check out our new podcast on the Student Portal:

http://ucpastudentportal.wikispaces.com

Our first host, P. Carter, from NGA did a fantastic job on our first show!!

Anyone with ideas or an interest in
producing content for upcoming shows should see Mr. Scribner right away!!

"BEHIND THE BUSINESS" Career Training

15 April 2011 by Evynn Pendergrass (NGA)

The School District of Philadelphia is partnering with the Urban League of Philadelphia in a project called
“Behind the Business.”  Our 9th-Grade students have been participating in this program during 10th period on Social Enrichment Days.

Over the next few weeks, our students will be introduced to careers and community professionals from the entertainment industry. During each session, teachers will encourage students to engage in activities that will support their deeper understanding of what knowledge and skills are need to succeed in the particular career field.  These activities have included research, art projects and discussions.  Modules included in the training focus on the History of Entertainment in Philadelphia, Careers in the Industry, Teamwork, Work Habits, and many other topics.  So far our students have met the HR Director for the Philadelphia Zoo, a long-time salesperson for ClearChannel Radio, a Community Engagement Manager and Government Advocate for the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance and many other interesting presenters.  Our students are being exposed to a wealth of knowledge about how many people work every day to create, edit, promote, and present the shows and other attractions in and around Philadelphia.  Many of our students enjoy hearing about opportunities and are interested in the “behind the scenes” careers that support the personalities we see on TV and hear on the Radio!