Glenn L Downs Social Sciences Academy-CSD83

We are a K-8 Social Sciences Academy in the Cartwright School District in the Maryvale Neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ nurturing Culture, Community, & Citizenship.

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What an honor to share my journey as a @ClassroomChamps teacher this past week in NYC at the @NYSE. The tremendous impact it’s had on me and my scholars is immeasurable. I’m blessed beyond belief. To represent @CartwrightSD @GLDDbacks and my kids. I’m still processing the honor!

[Glenn L Downs Social Sciences Academy-CSD83 @GLDDbacks]

The 24-25 school year at the GLDSSA is so bright, we have to wear shades! The Cartwright Conference is our kickoff event. We are ready to get started! Because at the GLDSSA….we #ShowUP and show out!!! Every day, with commitment and a positive attitude! #SHOWUP @CartwrightSD

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At CSD83 and at Glenn L. Downs Social Sciences Academy we strive to celebrate cultural diversity. We are inclusive of all cultures! We encourage our scholars to take pride in their cultures. We are honored that she our scholar Viola chose to promote in her Navajo attire!

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“There are no good schools without good principals. It just doesn’t exist. And where you have good principals, great teachers come, and they stay, they work hard, and they grow.” Today we recognize the amazing Principal Nash! We are so lucky to have her! Happy Principals Day!

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Thank you to @mendezforaz and @BrianSFernandez for taking the time to speak to our @KidsVotingUSA scholar, Dayanna today! Our @CartwrightSD scholars enjoyed being part of the process!!!

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Yesterday, our 6th graders visited the Arizona Capitol! As they walked around, they recognized @RepAnaliseOrtiz and she recognized them from speaking at our school! She graciously took a photo! She represents our district on the House of Representatives. @MissMaya311

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A huge congratulations to Mrs. Diaz who was surprised today as she was chosen as the #TeacherOfTheMonth!!! She works tirelessly to provide a safe and welcoming learning environment for our scholars. She goes above and beyond every single day!!! Congratulations, Mrs. Diaz!!!!

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Science in action! 4th graders in Mrs. Solis’s class were given 3 objects and were tasked with lighting up a light bulb!! Their minds were challenged and they had a great time trying to achieve their goal! #science #4thgrade

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We always find ways to celebrate! So in honor of Mardi Gras, we played a Mardi Gras themed version of Rock, Paper, Scissors! This morning, each staff received beads and during the day, they could challenge other staff members! Congrats to our winner, Ms. Jasmine with 23 beads!

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Today we celebrated Super Bowl Thursday! Staff and students sported their fave team gear! We even had some rivalry moments. Who do you think will win this weekend? #superBowl

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When Ms. Mangra came to the GLDSSA…we hit the jackpot! When it comes to counselors…she really is the best in the business. She provides a safe space for our scholars and she supports our staff in doing the same. Happy #counselorsweek❤️ to our very own, Ms. Mangra!!!!

[𝕄𝕤. 𝕄𝕒𝕪𝕒 @MissMaya311]

We’ve been working hard on revisiting goals they made for our @ClassroomChamps mentor Dani by making vision boards! We spent time scouring through magazines (do you have any idea how hard it is to find actual magazines these days?) #visionboard #goalsetting #classroomchampions

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This week, our teachers participated in a differentiated PD. They chose from small group instruction implementation, using the public library’s free resources, to using @PearDeck, @nearpod, and @Seesaw! Was a hit with our staff!

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We are so proud of our District Spelling Bee participants, Ernesto and Allison!! They represented the GLDSSA with Pride!!

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2024 We The People State Showcase participants from GLDSSA. These students demonstrated their constitutional understandings in front of panels of judges at Mesa Community Center. So proud of our scholars!!!! #DbackPride

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There is no school on Monday. On January 15, 2024, in remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. a national day of service will be observed. On this day, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. King, and encourage all to volunteer in a service project to improve their community.

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GLDSSA Superintendent Scholar Councilmember Dayana sat in at the @CartwrightSD board meeting tonight. She is our representative on the council this year where she meets with district leadership to advocate for our scholars. She has shown tremendous leadership in this role!

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Congratulations to Ernesto (pictured in the middle)!! He is our GLDSSA school spelling bee champion!!!! A huge shout out to our runner up Allison and our 3rd place finisher Isaac! We are so proud. Thank you to all of today’s participants!

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@GLDDbacks hosted their families for a Thanksgiving Feast yesterday and had a massive turnout! Seeing our community come together for something like this is amazing! #oneteamunafamilia

[𝕄𝕤. 𝕄𝕒𝕪𝕒 @MissMaya311]

Today was our holiday lunch. Families joined us and it was just as I remembered it was as a kid when my grandpa and grandma would come eat lunch with me. So I took the opportunity to eat lunch with my class in the cafeteria today. It was so fun. @GLDDbacks