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Dear Students and Families,

Welcome back to a new school year! We are excited to see our hallways filled with bright smiles and eager minds ready to learn and grow. Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, know that you are an important part of our school community. This year, we have so many exciting things planned—new lessons, fun activities, and opportunities to explore and discover together. Our teachers and staff have been working hard to prepare for your arrival, and we are all committed to making this year a fantastic experience for each and every one of you. Remember, our school is a place where you can be curious, creative, and kind. Don’t be afraid to ask questions, try new things, and make new friends. We are here to support you every step of the way.

Let’s make this year the best one yet!

With warm regards,

Mr. Yancy Bright

Principal

 

🎓 Congratulations, Class of 2025! 🎉
To our amazing 8th grade graduates,

Congratulations on reaching this incredible milestone! You’ve grown, learned, and accomplished so much during your years in elementary and middle school and now, you’re ready to take the next big step high school!

As you move forward, remember:

Stay curious and keep learning.
Be kind, not just to others, but also to yourself.
Believe in your ability to do hard things — because you already have.
High school will bring new challenges, new friends, and new adventures. Embrace them with the same courage and determination you’ve shown here.

We are so proud of the leaders, thinkers, and dreamers you’re becoming. The future is bright — and it starts now.

Wishing you all the best as you begin this exciting new chapter!

Jahmarley Allen – Dobbins High School

Tymir Araus-Barnes – Vaux High School

Jasir Barriner – Constitution High School

Abdul Bethel-McCain – Jules E. Mastbaum High School

Maleeya Davis – Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Charter

Nasiraah Dyson – Dobbins Technical High School

Niyae Fisher- Franklin Learning Center

Taylor Gillard – Constitution High School

Farrah Highter-Whitehead- Pottstown High School

Khaseem Hudgins – Franklin Learning Center

Amira Hyland – Randolph Career and Technical High School

Joshua Jiminez-Mendoza – Mastery Charter School

Malayjah Lockridge – Franklin Learning Center

Mee’la Marshall-Hayes – Philadelphia High School for Girls

Mark Milligan – Franklin Learning Center

Miranda Nash – Prepatory Charter School

Alicia Pride Smith – Dobbins High School

Jhasai Ransom – Franklin Learning Center

Kebriya Shammakh – Philadelphia High School for Girls

Nabriyah Simpson – Central High School

Hannibal Travit – Dobbins High School

Khalil White – Constitution High School

FAMILIES- Click here to sign up for Class Dojo. This is a tool we will use often this year to communicate important school information to families!