January 26, 2021 | Issue #6 | ----------------------"Keeping the Momentum" Edition
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HELIX LEGAL ACADEMY TENETS |
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ACHIEVEMENT: We engage in authentic, real-world learning experiences and strive for excellence in all we do.
COLLABORATION: We embrace the premise that sharing resources and ideas is important because every member of our HLA community matters and every moment counts.
PERSISTENCE: We engage in joyful struggle and know that true learning occurs when we question, investigate, and evaluate ideas.
JUSTICE: We empower all members of our community to practice fairness and justice everywhere, and that being a citizen of this community comes with the charge of service and responsibility.
SELF-AWARENESS: We empathize with each other through courageous conversations and constant reflection.
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At Helix Legal Academy,
We Set the BAR!!
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Curriculum Spotlight:
AMPLIFY.
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Amplify Science blends hands-on investigations, literacy-rich activities, and interactive digital tools to empower students to think, read, write, and argue like real scientists and engineers. Read More
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“For God has not given us the spirit of fearfulness, but one of power, love, and sound judgment” - 2 Timothy 1:7 |
This scripture has been a constant reminder for Bethany throughout her entire life to walk boldly and know that with God, she will never fail. Bethany Allyce Blackson is a native of Winnsboro, LA. She graduated from Louisiana State University in 2011 with a Bachelor of Arts in English and Sociology. |
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Bethany knew from an early age that helping people was her passion. She continued her studies and attended Southern University Law Center. Upon completing law school in 2014, Bethany became an Assistant District Attorney for the Calcasieu Parish District Attorney’s Office in Lake Charles, LA. |
Here, she worked in the juvenile division and managed all Child in Need of Care proceedings representing children in child abuse cases. After two years with the Calcasieu Parish DAs office, Bethany moved back to Baton Rouge and began working for the Louisiana House of Representatives as a staff attorney for the Health and Welfare committee. |
Bethany currently works for the Louisiana Department of Health as their Legislative Liaison for their Legislative and Governmental Affairs Division. Bethany is an active member of the community. She is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, Junior League Baton Rouge, and New Schools Changemakers. |
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Enrollment is OPEN!
Phase II opens on enrollbr.org
February 12, 2021
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We have limited seating for our first 6th grade class. They will be special because they will be our first graduating class in May of 2028 as we reach our full range of being the first 6 - 12 Legal Academy in the state.
You can now enroll on our website.
Just Click Below . . .
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STEAM Saturdays
Saturday, February 27, 2021
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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Neighborhood Pop Up
Saturday, February 20, 2021
12 noon - 2 p.m.
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We will have hands-on activities and stations for students of all ages.
We can also answer any questions you may have about our school and programs.
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Entertainment Law
The Legal Field encompasses many different types of lawyers and careers. You can work anywhere in the world and in any area you choose from environmental to sports. There are many different ones to choose from and you can follow your heart or at least your interests when deciding which area you would like to explore in Law. Here is one that you may or may not be familiar with and a few interesting facts on … Entertainment Law.
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Sheet Pan Olive Bar Chicken
(from Modern Proper)
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Ingredients:
8 - 10 Fingerling Potatoes (cut in half)
2 tbsp Olive Oil
1 tsp Salt (divided)
2 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs
1 Lemon (sliced)
1 Small Red Onion (cut lengthwise into 8 wedges)
1 lb Olive Bar Offerings (peppers, olives, roasted garlic, marinated artichoke hearts, etc.)
½ tsp Pepper
1 tsp Onion Powder
Method:
- Heat oven to 375° F.
- Spread the potatoes onto a rimmed baking sheet.
- Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and ½ teaspoon sea salt. Toss to coat.
- Roast in the oven for 15 minutes.
- When the potatoes have been roasting for 15 minutes, remove them from the oven.
- Add everything else (including the remaining olive oil and salt) to the pan with the potatoes, using a spatula to toss it all together.
- Spread the ingredients out evenly and roast for 35 minutes longer until the chicken is cooked through.
ENJOY!!!
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"Evident"-ly Funny
(Legal Cartoons and Quotes)
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Legal Briefs
(A new game, mini activity, or mini lesson in Law each newsletter)
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Grab the keys and get behind the wheel! It’s your turn to drive the Justice Express in our new version of Court Quest. Explore state and federal courts as you help passengers navigate their path through the American judicial system.
- Pick up passengers with legal cases
- Drop off passengers at the best court for their needs
- Use a decision support tool for guidance in making choices
Play and Enjoy! See you in the Fall!
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Attorney Healthy Lifestyle Habits |
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According to Mayo Clinic’s website, exercising can be beneficial to many different areas of your life, no matter your age, gender, or physical ability. Exercise helps you sleep better, improves your mental health, controls weight, and wards off disease. Exercising can be all sorts of physical activity from working out at the gym, to walking, to taking the stairs instead of the elevator. Be sure to include exercise in your daily routine. |
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Virtual Learning Parental Tip/Strategy |
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Parents, this virtual learning space has been difficult for so many. As educators, we know you are not teachers and we do not want to put that pressure on you. |
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The biggest way we can support each other and our students is to ensure they attend class every day. If you are not home with them when class is set to start, call or FaceTime them to ensure they are up, engaged, dressed properly, and ready to learn.
Although this seems like a simple task, it is extremely important as we continue to operate in this virtual learning environment. This will help ensure students are completing their work, learning what is required of them for each course, and being prepared for any standardized or class-specific tests.
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Virtual Teaching Tips/Strategy for Educators |
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Teachers, even though we are not in the classrooms with all of our students, it is our responsibility to ensure we are still creating engaging classroom spaces. Lecture-style classes cannot maintain attention. It is very difficult to talk for 30-45 minutes and keep our students interested in the information we are delivering or the tasks. |
Be sure to chunk information just as you would in in-person classes, giving students the opportunity to complete a task or answer questions independently or with a group. Even if you need to set a timer for yourself, make a concerted effort to talk for no more than ten minutes at a time. |
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We are all in this together!
If you need additional tips or support, please go to askmissheard.com who offers tips, strategies, and workshops to support teachers and schools in distance learning.
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According to the CDC, In the United Kingdom (UK), a new variant called B.1.1.7 has emerged with an unusually large number of mutations. This variant spreads more easily and quickly than other variants.
Currently, there is no evidence that it causes more severe illness or increased risk of death. This variant was first detected in September 2020 and is now highly prevalent in London and southeast England. It has since been detected in numerous countries around the world, including the United States and Canada.
This is no time to ease up on the precautions being taken to ward off the virus. Please continue to wash your hands, mask up, and avoid places outside our home if you can. Let’s continue to be vigilant so we can hug our families and friends again. Read More
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Helix Legal Academy Upcoming Events |
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February 15 - 19, 2021 - Mardi Gras Break
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Saturday, February 20, 2021 - Neighborhood Pop Up
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Saturday, February 27, 2021 - STEAM Saturday at Helix Community Schools
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