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[Joyce Akwaa @AkwaaJoyce]

Fit check: These dapper students dressed for the last day before break. They look amazing!
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[Joyce Akwaa @AkwaaJoyce]

Some of our Dakers got a chance to share some of the Amazing things they made in our Makers Space with our School Board members and the life lessons that tie into being Makers!
#SkilledMakers
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[Joyce Akwaa @AkwaaJoyce]

I know I'm biased but we have some Amazing talent at Dake Junior High School. What a great way to start the holiday concert season!
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[Joyce Akwaa @AkwaaJoyce]

If you haven't seen Frozen Jr. make sure to catch their final show tomorrow. The cast, crew and production team is Amazing! Thank you to all of the staff who have worked hard to make this show possible.

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[Joyce Akwaa @AkwaaJoyce]

Man oh man what a time warp at Dake Today! I loved seeing them all.
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[Joyce Akwaa @AkwaaJoyce]

There was definitely a lot of Adam Sandler look-alikes at Dake Today! Way to Go!
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[Joyce Akwaa @AkwaaJoyce]

In this student teacher swap its hard to figure out who did it better. Bit job well done.
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[Joyce Akwaa @AkwaaJoyce]

I have to say middle school kiddos nailed this spirit day! Anything but a bookbag!
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[Joyce Akwaa @AkwaaJoyce]

Way to Go Mr. Palumbo! Thank you for all you do.

[West Irondequoit CSD @WestIrondequoit]

This week our spotlight focus on Mr. Adam Palumbo, who teaches Health to seventh-graders at Dake Jr. HS and 10th-graders at IHS. Like many others, he is an IHS grad teaching back at his alma mater and we are fortunate for that! Thanks for all you do, Mr. Palumbo!

💙WICSD SERVICE: This is his eighth year.
📍HOMETOWN: Irondequoit (Class of 2003. He resides here now, too!
💛WHAT'S YOUR WHY? "To create a fun and safe environment for all students while challenging and encouraging students toward self-improvement."

[Joyce Akwaa @AkwaaJoyce]

March is music in our schools month and I love having the opportunity to get the behind the scenes!
#music
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[Joyce Akwaa @AkwaaJoyce]

Today was World Unity Day! We wore orange to show that we believe in inclusion and working together in an accepting building at Dake!

#UnityDay

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[Joyce Akwaa @AkwaaJoyce]

Art club has also begun and let me tell you these young artists legit are top tier! I can't wait to see all of their amazing creations.

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[Joyce Akwaa @AkwaaJoyce]

Our technology 8 classes are learning about building bridges that can with stand weight and force. Mr. K demonstrated to students how gradients and forces can impact bridges.

Always cool to see when he discusses and demonstrates board breaking.

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[Joyce Akwaa @AkwaaJoyce]

The culinary club is well on the way. I can't wait to see what they are cooking!
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[Joyce Akwaa @AkwaaJoyce]

@BajardiTroy I am so sorry for your loss.

[Joyce Akwaa @AkwaaJoyce]

Don't forget!

[West Irondequoit CSD @WestIrondequoit]

1 week away: This state-mandated starts a 4-day weekend. K-12 students are released 10 minutes earlier than usual. If you pick up your child at school, please arrive 10 minutes early. Expect bus riders to get home 10 minutes early. Eagles Care will open early and stay open til 6 PM.

[West Irondequoit CSD @WestIrondequoit]

Dake Jr. HS is looking for a secretary to the Assistant Principals. It's a great school! We offer strong benefits, competitive pay & the ability to join the NYS Pension program! Consider joining our team or share this with a potential candidate!

Apply: https://t.co/zT7XVFZHIs

[Joyce Akwaa @AkwaaJoyce]

What a great day for the ROC with your hands event. Congratulations on year 3!

[Joyce Akwaa @AkwaaJoyce]

What a great turnout at tonight's Dake Open. It was so great meeting so many families, and we look forward to an amazing year!
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[Joyce Akwaa @AkwaaJoyce]

I love the positive vibes flowing through the halls! It's all about the compliments and affirmations for me!

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