FEBRUARY 10 - COVID CLINIC OPENS AT SHABAZZ/SHERMAN

Shabazz/Sherman will be added to the list of MMSD COVID Clinics that provide free testing to symptomatic students and staff. If a student or staff member tests positive, COVID Clinic will provide free testing to any close contacts, including household members. Students will visit COVID Clinic only when accompanied by a family member or staff member.

Shabazz/Sherman COVID Clinic will open on Feb. 10, 2022. Hours are M-F, 7am to 3:45 pm. General Instructions:

1. Register at COVID Connect prior to coming for a test via the links below

• English https://register.covidconnect.wi.gov/en-US/
• Espanol https://register.covidconnect.wi.gov/es-ES/

2. There are 2 designated parking spots (signs posted) near door 3A in the Shabazz parking lot. Call the number noted on the signs to notify staff of your arrival.

3. COVID Clinic will meet you at your car. Provide make/model/color of your car and where you have parked.

4. Results will be sent to you via email.



MMSD COVID Testing

COVID Clinic Test Sites

Questions? Call the Sherman/Shabazz Health office @ (608)204-2109 or (608)204-2114. Email School Nurses: Morgan Lange: mlange@madison.k12.wi.us or Michelle Leh Rameker: mlehrameker@madison.k12.wi.us

FEBRUARY 16 - STUDENT SUPPORT DAY

Student Support Days are very important days in which students can have a one-on-one meeting with their teachers in order to receive the direct support that they need to finish the quarter/semester strong.

On these days, there will be no regular classes.

Please note that it is the student's responsibility to sign up (can be multiple times) to work directly with their teacher. Parents and guardians, please assist with this support and check in with your student to ensure they sign up with their teacher and get what is needed. Thank you!

JAZZ HISTORY CLASS CREATES ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK

This past semester in one of our Project Based Learning (PBL) learning lab courses entitled, The Impulse: The History of Music, Movements, and You, Shabazz students had an opportunity to explore the history of jazz roots and the impact the music and movements of that time have had on music and society today. Through a donation from a Shabazz alumni family, Stewart Macaulay and the Madison Jazz Society, students were able to explore jazz and music production in numerous authentic community venues. Community supporters of the program included: Hanah Jon Taylor and Cafe Coda, Madison's Urban Community Arts Network (UCAN), the Madison Public Library Bubbler production staff, Laurie Lang and the Madison Art & Literature Laboratory, and many others!

Throughout the semester students were challenged to explore ways that musicians have expressed themselves and the issues of their time. The course culminated in students writing, recording, and performing their very own music to create our recently released Shabazz Impulse collaborative album. All music, vocals, and album art was created by our talented Shabazz students. Kick back and enjoy!

If you are interested in supporting programs and learning opportunities like these through community partnerships or financial support, please contact our PBL Coordinator, Brian Counselman, bdcounselman@madison.k12.wi.us

The Impulse (album)

Soundcloud version

SHABAZZ SENIOR AWARDED MERIT SCHOLARSHIP

Shabazz congratulates Dylan Rodgers on their recent acceptance to MIAD (Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design). Beyond being accepted, Dylan is also the recipient of the MIAD Merit Scholarship, a prestigious scholarship that honors academic and artistic merit. Dylan has been awarded between $12,000 to full tuition for each year they attend MIAD. 

GOOD LUCK LEO!

A big thumbs up and fingers crossed for Shabazz senior Leo Ruggiero who will be wrestling varsity in the 152 lb weight class with the West High School wrestling team. This Saturday the team will be traveling to Verona High School where the Big 8 Madison schools will be featured. We wish him the best of luck!

WELCOME BACK SARA ASHER!

We feel very fortunate to welcome back Sara Asher to the Shabazz community! Her warm and friendly professionalism will be a valuable addition to our already amazing Resource team. Welcome Sara!

"After teaching English here at Shabazz for a few years, I left to finish my master's degree in Applied English Linguistics. I will be working here at Shabazz as a Resource teacher this semester to support students with their classes. I'm happy to be back and look forward to a great and productive semester!"

FREE COLLEGE CREDIT FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Did you know that as an upcoming Junior or Senior you can take college classes through Madison College or UW Madison for FREE? You can get a head start on the program you’re interested in completing OR begin with one of Madison College’s Academies.



Basic Early Childhood Educator

Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Emergency Medical Responder

Fire Recruit

Fitness Instructor

Medical Office/Scheduler

Check out this video about Early College Opportunities for students. Applications are available by contacting Elizabeth Long, Shabazz Counselor, and are due February 28, 2022.

ATTENTION JUNIORS: ACT PREP CLASS

The ACT will be taken by all juniors on Tuesday, March 8, 2022. This year, MMSD is offering a free, virtual ACT prep class. Participants will learn skills and strategies for ACT success, and earn 0.25 elective credit towards graduation! See this flyer for more information!

There are a limited number of spots available, so sign up early: Click here to register for the course. Email Elizabeth Long with any questions.

Shabazz graduates hold a special place in the hearts of the entire Shabazz community. We have a special spot reserved just for them, where they can share what they are doing post-Shabazz and read about fellow classmates.

When asked "What is something about your Shabazz experience that you carry with you?" we were inspired to share some of the comments with you.

• To never give up, because there is someone somewhere rooting for me. Tawania Alston, class of 2015.

• I always try to keep an open mind to everyone around me and be as compassionate as I can, two important things Shabazz helped foster. Julia Edmonds, class of 2015

• Critical thinking skills: from every class and teacher! Social justice: I've been doing activism and volunteering in food banks since I graduated. The Shabazz teachers had faith and trust in us kids. I take that same spirit into every interaction I have with young people. Anne Borden, class of 1988

So to all of you former Shabazz students: Take a look at Alumni - Where Are Our Shabazz Graduates? and fill out the form if you would like to share your story with us.

Climbing Earth students experience new rock wall for the first time and PGT students go snowshoeing. Two good examples of Project Based Learning.