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Radio Poder Richmond

29 Feb 202405:40

Summary

TLDRIn this informative session, Luis announces several opportunities and updates for the Richmond public school community. Highlighting the Art 180's Atlas residency program, it offers students aged 14-17 a chance to explore their artistic talents during the summer, with a stipend of $1,350 for selected participants. The deadline for applications is March 15. Luis also discusses the monthly 'From Farm to Table' program at Overby Shepherd Elementary School, providing healthy food options for families. Additionally, vaccination clinics are scheduled for students, with specific dates mentioned. Pre-school and kindergarten registrations are opening on March 18, emphasizing the importance of early application. Lastly, March 5 is declared a student-free day, allowing parents to schedule meetings with teachers. All these initiatives underscore the community's commitment to enriching students' educational and personal growth experiences.

Takeaways

😃 Atlas Residency program is available for 9th, 10th, and 11th-grade students interested in art, offering them a chance to create and receive payment.
📆 The deadline to apply for the Atlas Residency program is March 15th.
💰 Selected students for the Atlas Residency will receive $1,350 to fund their art projects.
🌿 Richmond Public Schools' 'From Farm to Table' program provides healthy food options like vegetables and fruits for families on the first Friday of March.
🙏 Vaccine clinics are still available for students needing vaccinations, with upcoming sessions for middle and high school students.
📚 Pre-school and kindergarten registrations begin on March 18th, with limited spaces available.
📣 Important to apply early for pre-school to ensure a spot for children aged 3 and 4, preparing them with basic knowledge for kindergarten.
📬 For inquiries, the contact email is [email protected].
📌 All the information will be posted in the comments section of the Radio Poder Facebook page and the RPS Spanish page.
🔔 No classes for students on March 5th, providing an opportunity for parents to schedule meetings with teachers.

Q & A

What is the Atlas Residency program?
-The Atlas Residency program is a summer program for high school students aged between 14 and 17 years old, interested in any type of art. It is organized by Art 180, and students who are accepted into the program will be paid to create art, allowing them to purchase necessary materials.
Who can apply for the Atlas Residency program?
-Students in the 9th, 10th, and 11th grades from public schools in Richmond are eligible to apply for the Atlas Residency program.
How much will students be paid for participating in the Atlas Residency program?
-Students accepted into the Atlas Residency program will be paid $1,350 each.
What is the deadline to apply for the Atlas Residency program?
-The deadline to apply or submit an application for the Atlas Residency program is March 15th.
What is the 'From the Farm to the Table' program?
-The 'From the Farm to the Table' program is a monthly event by the Richmond public schools, offering families the opportunity to pick up healthy food, including vegetables and fruits, for their children. The event aims to provide nutritious options for students.
When and where is the 'From the Farm to the Table' event taking place?
-The event is scheduled for the first of March, from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM, at the Overby-Shepherd Elementary School.
What vaccination clinics are available for students?
-There are vaccination clinics for intermediate school students on March 5th at River City Middle School and for high school students with options on February 29th at Armstrong High School and another session on March 7th at Open High School.
When do preschool and kindergarten registrations begin?
-Preschool and kindergarten registrations in Richmond start on March 18th.
What is the recommended action for parents with children aged three and four years old regarding preschool?
-Parents with children aged three and four years old are encouraged to apply to preschool as soon as possible due to limited space, to prepare their children for kindergarten by learning colors, numbers, and getting accustomed to the school environment.
What is the significance of March 5th for Richmond public schools?
-March 5th is a day when there will be no classes for students in Richmond public schools. School employees will be working, providing parents an opportunity to call the school and schedule meetings with teachers.

Outlines

00:00

📢 Announcements for Richmond Public School students and families

This paragraph shares several important announcements from Richmond Public Schools. It mentions an art residency program called Atlas Residency that is open to students ages 14-17 in grades 9-11. The program provides a $1,350 stipend and the application deadline is March 15. It also advertises a Farm to School food distribution event on March 1 at Obama Elementary from 2:30-4:30pm. Finally, it reminds families about upcoming vaccination clinics for middle and high school students and encourages families to enroll 4-5 year olds in preschool and kindergarten starting March 18.

05:01

🤝 Discussion of opportunities for students and plan for March 5 teacher work day

This paragraph has some additional discussion about the art residency opportunity, which provides $1,350 for students to create art. It also further discusses the fresh food distribution program so families understand they can participate even if their child doesn't attend the school. Finally, it shares that March 5 will be a teacher work day without students so families can schedule time to meet with teachers.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡arte

El texto menciona un programa de arte para estudiantes de secundaria llamado Atlas Residency. Indica que les pagarán a los estudiantes para que puedan crear arte y comprar materiales. Esto muestra una oportunidad para que los jóvenes exploren y desarrollen su creatividad.

💡solicitar

Se utiliza en referencia a llenar las aplicaciones o inscribirse en los diferentes programas mencionados, como Atlas Residency, preescolar y kindergarten. Resalta la necesidad de que los padres y estudiantes completen estos procesos de solicitud.

💡inscripciones

Se refiere específicamente a las inscripciones que se abrirán el 18 de marzo para preescolar y kindergarten. Enfatiza la importancia de registrar a los niños pequeños para estos programas educativos iniciales.

💡espacios limitados

Indica que algunos de los programas mencionados, como Atlas Residency y preescolar, tienen cupo limitado. Por eso, se enfatiza solicitar lo antes posible para tener más posibilidades.

💡vacunas

Se mencionan varias clínicas de vacunación disponibles para que los estudiantes completen sus vacunas requeridas.

💡cita

Ya que no habrá clases el 5 de marzo, se sugiere a los padres aprovechar para pedir citas con los maestros de sus hijos.

💡vegetales

Se menciona un programa que distribuirá comida saludable, incluyendo vegetales y frutas, para las familias.

💡preescolar

Resalta la importancia de inscribir a niños de 3-4 años en preescolar para prepararlos para kindergarten, enseñándoles destrezas iniciales.

💡kindergarten

Junto con preescolar, se menciona la necesidad de inscribir niños que cumplirán 5 años antes del 30 de septiembre para kindergarten.

💡horario

Se menciona el horario de 2:30-4:30 pm en que las familias podrán recoger comida saludable en una de las escuelas, lo cual facilita el acceso.

Highlights

Art program for high school students to apply for that pays them to create art

$1,350 will be paid to accepted students to use for art supplies and materials

Application deadline is March 15th

Monthly farm-to-table food distribution happening this Friday

Vaccine clinics available for students missing required vaccines

Pre-school and kindergarten enrollment opening March 18th

Encourages parents to enroll 3-4 year olds in pre-school to prepare them for kindergarten

Schools closed for students on March 5th, teachers available to meet with parents

Opportunity for young artists to get paid to create art over the summer

Distributing fresh, healthy food to families this Friday afternoon

Pre-school helps children learn colors, numbers, and other basic skills

Information will be posted on Facebook page Radio Poder and rps en español

$1,350 stipend allows students to purchase needed art supplies

Vaccine clinics scheduled over next 2 weeks for middle and high schools

Enrollment for pre-K and kindergarten opens March 18th