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December 2014 Letter from the Principal Tyson Tlachac 414.390.0835 [email protected] Tenor High School is program of Seeds of Health, Inc. UPCOMING EVENTS Dec. 19 Incentive Day Dec. 22-Jan. 2 Winter Break Jan. 5 School Resumes Jan. 12-16 MAP Testing Jan. 19 MLK Day—No School Jan. 21 & 22 Exams Dismissal at 12:25 Feb. 2 Professional Development Day—No School Feb. 6 First Semester Awards Feb. 16 Mid-Term Break—No School March 3 ACT With Writing March 4 ACT WorkKeys March 4 College Fair at Tenor March 6 Professional Development Day—No School Tenor High School News A great place to learn © Seeds of Health, Inc. © Seeds of Health, Inc. December 2014 Focus Day On October 17th, four separate groups of Tenor High School stu- dents and staff visited four Wisconsin historical sites as part of our annual Focus Day. Students visited Old World Wisconsin located in Eagle, the State Capitol in Madison, House On the Rock in Spring Green, and Kohler Arts Center located in Sheboygan. The students had a wonderful time experiencing places in their home state that they may not have had in the past. At Old World Wisconsin, students explored the open air museum that portrays the living conditions and daily life of immigrants in 19th century Wisconsin. Staff and students were engaged in a guided tour of the State Capitol including a view from the capitol’s observation deck, and then enjoyed lunch on State Street. Students on The House On the Rock tour enjoyed the amazing ar- chitecture, eclectic collections, and unique rooms, gardens and streets of the incredible man-made retreat. In Sheboygan, students visited the John Michael Kohler Art Center in the morning and viewed a variety of art exhibits. The afternoon included lunch and a round of disc golf at historic Vollrath Park on the shores of Lake Michigan. success at Tenor, at MATC and beyond is im- portant to us, and partnering with parents is es- sential to making sure that each student at Tenor has every opportunity to reach his or her poten- tial. Lastly, just a reminder that if we do need to can- cel school because of inclement weather, make sure you are tuning in to TV channels 4, 6, 12, and 58 for a listing of school closings. This information will also be posted on Tenor’s Facebook page. In general, if MPS is closed due to inclement weath- er, Tenor will also be closed. It is hard to believe that we are only a few weeks away from winter break! This school year has been flying by and the students at Tenor High School have been doing a fantastic job and their hard work is being recognized. On October 30 th we had our first of four incentive days for this school year. Students could earn the incentive by meeting a certain set of criteria: no more than two absences, no more than two tar- dies, no office referrals, and a 2.0 GPA. Students who met these criteria earned ice cream and open gym time. One hundred students, more than half of Tenor High School, earned this incentive! Our second incentive opportunity is scheduled for De- cember 19 th . Students who meet the same criteria will be eligible to participate in a movie and refreshments during the school day. Our goal is that 100% of Tenor stu- dents will be eligible to participate in the incentive day on December 19 th ! As the weather gets colder and the snow starts to fly, we see student attendance drop. Being in school is incredibly im- portant and attendance on a daily basis will help your child excel and be the best possible student they can be. We at Tenor understand that it may be more difficult in the winter months to get your child to school; however, please make sure every effort is made to have your child here eve- ry day, and on time. Missing even one day of school puts your child behind and, often times, it is difficult to catch up. Your child’s Trees For Tomorrow Eagle River, Wisconsin A group of twelve Tenor students and two teachers attended Tenor’s annual Trees for Tomorrow trip in Eagle River, Wisconsin from Novem- ber 5 th to November 8 th . The Trees For Tomorrow program provides hands-on learning experiences aimed at helping students better un- derstand our natural resources and become well-informed, responsi- ble citizens on environmental issues. Tenor students, along with stu- dents from other schools, participated in lessons involving tree identifi- cation, forest measurements, tracking wildlife, testing river water quali- ty, and using a compass. Students also traveled to Ottawa National Forest in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula to do some hiking. Interested in being a Trees for Tomorrow student? Application process is in October of each year. Hope to see you next year! 1st Semester Exam Schedule Wednesday, January 21 st , 2015 8:15 – 9:35 Period 1 9:40 – 11:00 Period 2 11:05– 12:25 Period 3 Thursday, January 22 nd , 2015 8:15 – 9:35 Period 1 9:40 – 11:00 Period 2 11:05– 12:25 Period 3 12:30—1:50 Make Up Exams
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December 2014
Letter from the Principal
Tyson Tlachac
414.390.0835
Tenor High School is program of Seeds of Health, Inc.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Dec. 19 Incentive Day
Dec. 22-Jan. 2 Winter
Break
Jan. 5 School Resumes
Jan. 12-16 MAP Testing
Jan. 19 MLK Day—No
School
Jan. 21 & 22 Exams
Dismissal at 12:25
Feb. 2 Professional
Development Day—No
School
Feb. 6 First Semester
Awards
Feb. 16 Mid-Term
Break—No School
March 3 ACT With
Writing
March 4 ACT WorkKeys
March 4 College Fair
at Tenor
March 6 Professional
Development Day—No
School
Tenor High School News
A great place to learn
© Seeds of Health, Inc. © Seeds of Health, Inc. December 2014
Focus Day
On October 17th, four separate groups of Tenor High School stu-
dents and staff visited four Wisconsin historical sites as part of our
annual Focus Day. Students visited Old World Wisconsin located in
Eagle, the State Capitol in Madison, House On the Rock in Spring
Green, and Kohler Arts Center located in Sheboygan. The students
had a wonderful time experiencing places in their home state that
they may not have had in the past.
At Old World Wisconsin, students explored the open air museum
that portrays the living conditions and daily life of immigrants in
19th century Wisconsin.
Staff and students were engaged in a guided tour of the State
Capitol including a view from the capitol’s observation deck, and
then enjoyed lunch on State Street.
Students on The House On the Rock tour enjoyed the amazing ar-
chitecture, eclectic collections, and unique rooms, gardens and
streets of the incredible man-made retreat.
In Sheboygan, students visited the John Michael Kohler Art Center
in the morning and viewed a variety of art exhibits. The afternoon
included lunch and a round of disc golf at historic Vollrath Park on
the shores of Lake Michigan.
success at Tenor, at MATC and beyond is im-
portant to us, and partnering with parents is es-
sential to making sure that each student at Tenor
has every opportunity to reach his or her poten-
tial.
Lastly, just a reminder that if we do need to can-
cel school because of inclement weather, make
sure you are tuning in to TV channels 4, 6, 12, and
58 for a listing of school closings. This information
will also be posted on Tenor’s Facebook page. In
general, if MPS is closed due to inclement weath-
er, Tenor will also be closed.
It is hard to believe that we are only a few
weeks away from winter break! This school
year has been flying by and the students
at Tenor High School have been doing a
fantastic job and their hard work is being
recognized. On October 30th we had our
first of four incentive days for this school
year. Students could earn the incentive by
meeting a certain set of criteria: no more
than two absences, no more than two tar-
dies, no office referrals, and a 2.0 GPA.
Students who met these criteria earned ice
cream and open gym time. One hundred
students, more than half of Tenor High
School, earned this incentive! Our second
incentive opportunity is scheduled for De-
cember 19th. Students who meet the same
criteria will be eligible to participate in a
movie and refreshments during the school
day. Our goal is that 100% of Tenor stu-
dents will be eligible to participate in the
incentive day on December 19th!
As the weather gets colder and the snow
starts to fly, we see student attendance
drop. Being in school is incredibly im-
portant and attendance on a daily basis
will help your child excel and be the best
possible student they can be. We at Tenor
understand that it may be more difficult in
the winter months to get your child to
school; however, please make sure every
effort is made to have your child here eve-
ry day, and on time. Missing even one day
of school puts your child behind and, often
times, it is difficult to catch up. Your child’s
Trees For Tomorrow
Eagle River, Wisconsin
A group of twelve Tenor students and two teachers attended Tenor’s
annual Trees for Tomorrow trip in Eagle River, Wisconsin from Novem-
ber 5th to November 8th. The Trees For Tomorrow program provides
hands-on learning experiences aimed at helping students better un-
derstand our natural resources and become well-informed, responsi-
ble citizens on environmental issues. Tenor students, along with stu-
dents from other schools, participated in lessons involving tree identifi-
cation, forest measurements, tracking wildlife, testing river water quali-
ty, and using a compass. Students also traveled to Ottawa National
Forest in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula to do some hiking.
Interested in being a Trees for Tomorrow student? Application process
is in October of each year. Hope to see you next year!
1st Semester Exam Schedule
Wednesday, January 21st, 2015
8:15 – 9:35 Period 1
9:40 – 11:00 Period 2
11:05– 12:25 Period 3
Thursday, January 22nd, 2015
8:15 – 9:35 Period 1
9:40 – 11:00 Period 2
11:05– 12:25 Period 3
12:30—1:50 Make Up Exams
NEWS Dec 2014
Seeds of Health, Inc. is a
K-12 system of schools offering innovative
options to meet the needs of students. It
includes Seeds of Health Elementary,
Grandview High School, MC2 High School,
Tenor High School, and Veritas High School.
© Seeds of Health, Inc. December 2014
Teacher Spotlight
Hello and Happy Holiday Season from Tenor! I love teaching social studies, and would like to
share a few great things going on in my classes. World history is a class designed for 9th grad-
ers, and our freshmen are absolutely FABULOUS. We studied the ancient world – students
earned exceptional test scores studying the rise of Rome and the greatness of ancient Egypt.
I enjoy teaching freshmen, in part, because it allows me to see exactly how students have
grown when they enter my sophomore U.S. history class. In U.S. history, I have been really ener-
gized and inspired by our students’ writing ability. 10th graders are developing strong writing
and critical thinking skills. My professional development goal is to learn how to teach writing
more effectively, and our kids are definitely stepping up to the challenge. Students have writ-
ten profound and insightful essays analyzing the film “12 Years a Slave.” We’ve covered U.S.
history from 1492-1865…. Next we will take on the 20th Century.
Teacher Spotlight
My English classes are hard at work into the first semester. English 10 classes are working their
way through Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart, a novel which gives a western audience
insight into the culture, heritage, and traditions of the Igbo people as well as the impact that
colonialism has had on Igbo societal constructs. As students read, they must also deconstruct
personal biases that they approach a text with, leaving the experience a more empathetic
and open person.
English 11 students are hard at work on their Genius Hour! Projects. Genius Hour!, a concept
originally piloted by Google, allows students to pick out any topic of choice that they’d like to
learn more about. Example topics include how to computer program, the mechanics of dog
training, and deconstructing the narrow standards of beauty for women. All families are cor-
dially invited to Tenor’s first annual Genius Hour! Fair, happening during your student’s class
hour 1st, 3rd, or 4th) on Thursday, December 18th. If you have questions, please feel free to call
or email me at (414)390.0829 or [email protected].
Michelle Streed
English
Tenor High School...Ranked the #2 Public High School in the City of Milwaukee* *based on the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction State Report Cards for 2013-2014
Tenor High School
840 North Jackson Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Self-Portrait by Kim Avila
done using Adobe Illustra-
tor in John Dorn’s graphic
art class.
Tenor High School is currently accepting
applications for the 2015-2016 school year.
For application information please call
Stephanie Evans-Steinbach, Associate
Principal, at 414-431-4371 or visit our
website at www.seedsofhealth.org/tenor
Andy Dicker
Social Studies
