Levent Kaya, Ph.D.

Educational Leadership, Administration, Principalship

[Levent Kaya, Ph.D. @lktweeter]

Weaver is the one ns his friend group in math to help the others out.He focuses well and understands he will work with his friends to make sure they also know what to do. He is responsible and polite, and has grown so much in his math confidence! #goodnewscalloftheday

[Levent Kaya, Ph.D. @lktweeter]

Story of a man with CP and how an angle helped him transform his life..

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[Levent Kaya, Ph.D. @lktweeter]

Odin and Sean have been engaged in Individuals and Societies class all year, and come to class with a smile. I appreciate their jokes and sarcastic sense of humor, especially our daily chats at the end of the day. Keep up the amazing work boys! #goodnewscalloftheday

[Levent Kaya, Ph.D. @lktweeter]

Piper took it upon herself to write encouraging notes on the board, so that everyone could read them during PSSAs. She was really thoughtful about what she wrote. Piper is always thoughtful and a good friend, and brings a positive attitude every day. Thanks Piper!

[Levent Kaya, Ph.D. @lktweeter]

Judge and political philosopher Montesquieu on happiness:

"If you only wished to be happy, this could be easily accomplished; but we wish to be happier than other people, and this is always difficult, for we believe others to be happier than they are."

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Endurance athlete David Dack on running (and life):

"No one tells you running is 10 percent cardio and 90 percent negotiating with the voice begging you to quit."

[Levent Kaya, Ph.D. @lktweeter]

"The disciplined life looks impressive, but the well-designed life lasts longer. Before you try to find more willpower, design your environment and arrange your day so you're more likely to follow through." - James Clear

[Levent Kaya, Ph.D. @lktweeter]

Mrs. Kauffman recommended JC for the #goodnewscallofheday. JC has done an amazing job with our To Kill a Mockingbird unit. He volunteers to read dialogue parts, participates in chapter analysis discussions, and asks engaging questions. Keep up the awesome work, JC!

[Levent Kaya, Ph.D. @lktweeter]

Mrs. Kauffman recommended Mylayjah for the #goodnewscalloftheday . She wrote: "Mylayjah has been doing an amazing job in LaLit class! He is always on task, doing his best work, and volunteering to read parts for our current class novel. Awesome job, Mylayjah! Keep it up!""

[Levent Kaya, Ph.D. @lktweeter]

Ms. E-H recommended Waylon for the #goodnewscalloftheday. She wrote: "Waylon has been doing such a great job in math class! He is really gaining confidence in Math. He participates in class, tries his best, and works well with his classmates. Great job!"

[Levent Kaya, Ph.D. @lktweeter]

Ellowynn has been doing an amazing job! She has been taking her time to sound out new words and is using the skills she learned to say these words. Ellowynn does a great job in the classroom and loves to help out! Great Job Ellowynn! #goodnewscalloftheday

[Levent Kaya, Ph.D. @lktweeter]

Four ways school shootings are averted https://t.co/DBA87nERxK

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Ms. Blasi recommended Violet for the #goodnewscalloftheday . "Violet is a hard worker with a positive attitude every day! She jumps right into her tasks and is always willing to help with teacher jobs. She’s been taking her time with her writing to make it neat and her best."

[Levent Kaya, Ph.D. @lktweeter]

Tino joined the Math Team mid-year and jumped right in. She takes on challenging problems, asks thoughtful questions, and collaborates well with her teammates. I’m especially impressed by her persistence—she sticks with tough problems and doesn’t give up. Great work!

[Levent Kaya, Ph.D. @lktweeter]

Samir is such a hard worker and always gets right to work. When he isn’t sure, he does a wonderful job raising his hand to clarify what he should be doing. He always brings a positive attitude to school and is making great progress Go Samir! #goodnewscalloftheday

[Levent Kaya, Ph.D. @lktweeter]

Ms. E-H recommended Jack for the #goodnewscalloftheday ! She wrote: "Jack has been doing great in math! He's making sure he's learning well during class, and shows really good effort. Jack has become more confident in solving equations, and focusing well. Great work!"

[Levent Kaya, Ph.D. @lktweeter]

Mason has really begun to settle in well at YSCP after being new! He has started to come out of his shell and made friends. He has been working well in math. Mason is a great addition and I'm glad to see him becoming more comfortable here with us.#goodnewscalloftheday .

[Levent Kaya, Ph.D. @lktweeter]

Ms. Paulhamus recommended Cooper for the #goodnewscalloftheday . Cooper is doing such a great job in second grade. He is always motivated to learn and participate. He tries his best on all of his work. He is also a kind and caring student. Keep up the great work, Cooper!

[Levent Kaya, Ph.D. @lktweeter]

Maddie got the #goodnewscalloftheday ! Maddie is always ready to learn! Maddie is also so helpful in class to her classmates, and always has a positive attitude. She is such a joy to have and adds so much to our school community.

[Levent Kaya, Ph.D. @lktweeter]

Today, Dec. 2, YSCP is closed due to the winter storm. Extended Day is cancelled.