AHCS DIGITAL DETAILS Volume 1, Issue 2
March 2010
AHCS Stamp Fundraiser Achievement House Charter School The small cyber with the big vision.
Welcome to the second edition of our AHCS Digital Details student online newsletter. Please take the time to review the articles within this March edition. We hope you are enjoying the snow and cold of winter, with hopes of warm spring days in the very near future. Thank you for helping make Achievement House a great school. Our school community is truly a combination of the efforts of students, staff and parents. If we all do our best to contribute, we can continue the tradition of excellence that our school has earned. A big THANK YOU to everyone who contributed. This newsletter is not possible with out you. If you wish to contribute to the April issue, please email Mrs. DiNenna in schoolmail or at dddinenna@achievemencharter.com
Help AHCS Students The students of Achievement House Charter School created designs for postage stamps. The students voted on the best looking stamp.
How you can help Achievement House’s first Student Council has decided to sell these stamps for its first fundraiser. Each book of stamps contain 20 postage stamps. The money raised will be donated to Student Council activities. You can purchase the stamps with the image below from Richard Reeves in the Student Services Department. We appreciate your support. Richard Reeves – AHCS 1021 W. Lancaster Ave. Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 610-527-0143 rreeves@achievementcharter.com
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Stamp Fundraiser Joseph Whaley’s Company G2 Clothing Co. Student Showcase Student Showcase Calendar, Mentor contacts, Helpful tips
Steven Oritz created the winning design. Congratulations Steven!
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G2 Clothing Co.
By Joseph Whaley My name is Joseph Whaley I started my own business of apparel investments which is a very rare and untouched field of the clothing industry. The name of the company is G2 & Company also known as G2 Clothing Co. The company was founded in August 2008. How I
I’ve partnered with a popular fashion network called FOJO the fashion dojo to help me create a contest for the next big fashion designer. The winner will get their line produced completely free with full promotional support and etc. All other entrees will get their line done for $35 which is returned upon a referral. From this contest alone we’re expect a first sales gross of about $1.1 million and expect upcoming investors to fund an extra $500,000 to $1 million into G2 & Company.
I have worked with people in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit edition to major record labels promoting an artist’s new line. We have clients from all across the world and
got the idea is really crazy. I was just talking on the phone
have hosted and sponsored medium and large sized
with a friend of mine about what we’ll do if we had $5,000.
events. We’ve also been sponsored by record labels,
Later that night I was thinking about starting a recording
social networks and magazines. With this I have worked
label but changed my mind and decided to handle clothing
with people in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit edition to
instead. Originally I started the company as footwear
major record labels promoting an artist’s new line.
designing in September 2008 and then a basic clothing line.
Recently in November, I was a guest speaker at Pocono
To me it was boring so I switched to clothing
Mountain East High School speaking about my job as an
investments/funding since the field is untouched. I had
audio engineer and a business owner.
great success in the field because of this.
On December 31st 2009, G2 will give away free
Money was a big issue when I first started. I was
clothing from the clothing line part of the company for
working at short running side jobs and got laid off for the
the next 10 years. Finally by the year 2010, I’ll own the
season at my seasonal job at Camelback Mountain Resort.
biggest and best clothing investment company within 4
Knowing once I put money into this I had to stick with this
states in the USA. By October 10th, 2010, we would like to
until the end even if I fail I know I tried. So I invested about
release the first ever audio movie with a built in
$100.00 into the business to get it registered and also to
soundtrack so the music follows the feeling on the story.
start building a website and praying that this all works out at the end. 1 year into running this business I’ve achieved great success beyond what I could’ve imagine. Now I also own the rights to Good 2 Go Radio which is a radio station during the day and talk show at night with a popular DJ running it for me. Within the summer of 2009, I’ve obtained and operated over 15 different clothing lines (3-Souf Movement Clothing, iD3sign & Co, Louis KN Apparel, and many more) I’ve supported/funded to reach maximum success.
ST. PATRICK’S DAY According to Irish legend, Leprechauns are aloof and unfriendly. They are said to live alone and spend their time making shoes. Leprechauns are known for the hidden pot of gold that they have, and if they are caught they can be forced to tell where the treasure is kept. But don't look away! If you lose sight of the Leprechaun, he will vanish, along with all hopes of finding his treasure. Leprechauns traditionally have nothing to do with the celebration of St. Patrick's Day in Ireland. The cheerful Leprechaun that we know today is an American invention, and it has quickly become a recognizable symbol of St. Patrick's Day. Page 2
There is often times when we stop and ponder What life means and we start to wonder. Is it for money or for success? To please our parents and pass that test? But then we get that wake up call And learn what life means above all It revolves around the little things Like finding that rhythm and learning to sing. Like seeing the awe in a child's eyes. Or them precious moments that make you cry. There's also things like the summer breeze. When you see your love and get weak in the knees When a daughter leaps in her fathers arms How a mother lives to protect from harm. It's all these things and so much more That make each day worth living for.
~Stopping to Smell the Roses, Elizabeth Seibert
Photography by
Samantha Boness
Jessica Jefferson
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ART WORK Created by Trevor Gladfelter
1. “Facility” – pencil sketch 2. “Flower” – watercolor 3. untitled – pencil sketch
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
MENTORS Mrs. Scarintino LAST NAMES A - GI
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS
610-405-8079
MARCH 14, 2010
AIM: AHCSMentorinto
TURN CLOCKS AHEAD
Mrs. Rovito
FIRST DAY OF SPRING
Last names Go – M
March 20, 2010
484-368-4673
SPRING BREAK
Mrs. Alderfer
March 31 – April 2, 2010
LAST NAME N - Z
Classes resume April 5, 2010
610-675-4202
3RD QUARTER
AIM: AAlderferahcs1
APRIL 9, 2010
Mrs. Botes
Last day of the third quarter.
610-675-4197
CYBER DAY ON THE HILL
AIM: KBotesAHCS
MAY 25, 2010
Mrs. Walborn
Harrisburg, PA.
484-368-4665 AIM: AHCSWalborn
SCHOOL TIPS Tip #1: Calendar/Planner A calendar can help provide a big-picture view of your classes (and lessen your chance of forgetting tasks). Avoid last-minute stress from rushing to complete another huge project again - write reminders well in advance of the due date, so you can get a jumpstart. Calendars are also great to keep track of your extra curricular activities, doctor's appointments, field trips and any other important dates. Tip #2: Make Time To Study And mark this time on your calendar! Doing so helps you avoid procrastination and stops you from double-booking yourself. But, when you're studying for any length of time, remember to reward yourself with five-minute breaks and small treats. Also, set reasonable goals for yourself. If you have four chapters to review for a test, aim to be done with two chapters in time to join friends for a walk or a snack.
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