Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Waiting For Superman

For a nation that proudly declared it would leave no child behind, America continues to do so at alarming rates. Despite increased spending and politicians’ promises, our buckling public—education system, once the best in the world, routinely forsakes the education of millions of children. Oscar®—winning filmmaker Davis Guggenheim (AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH) reminds us that education “statistics” have names: Anthony, Francisco, Bianca, Daisy, and Emily, whose stories make up the engrossing foundation of WAITING FOR “SUPERMAN.” As he follows a handful of promising kids through a system that inhibits, rather than encourages, academic growth, Guggenheim undertakes an exhaustive review of public education, surveying “drop—out factories” and “academic sinkholes,” methodically dissecting the system and its seemingly intractable problems. However, embracing the belief that good teachers make good schools, Guggenheim offers hope by exploring innovative approaches taken by education reformers and charter schools that have—in reshaping the culture—refused to leave their students behind.

To watch the movie trailer simply copy and paste the link below into your web browser. http://www.imdb.com/video/screenplay/vi7669529/

Children's Movement of Florida Rally on Sept.29


Attend the Children's Movement of Florida Rally Sept. 29
Get on board with the Children's Movement of Florida and don't miss the "Milk Party Rally" at the Miami-Dade County Auditorium on Wednesday, Sept. 29 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.) at the Miami-Dade County Auditorium, 2901 W. Flagler Street. Free and open to all, the rally features entertainment, speakers, take-home gifts and refreshments (milk and cookies, of course!).

The citizen-led, non-partisan Children's Movement of Florida is staging rallies around the state - 15 in all - to bring attention to the lack of funding and policy support for children in our state. Come out Sept. 29, and stand up for children! Visit the Children's Movement of Florida to find out more.

Wednesday, September 22, 2010

School Year Program - Miami City Ballet

Features classical and contemporary works with beautiful sets and costumes that appeal to audiences of all ages and tastes. Programming includes Jerome Robbins' tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, George Balanchine's The Nutcracker, Twyla Tharp's Baker's Dozen, Paul Taylor's most powerful transient masterpiece, and John Cranko's Romeo & Juliet.

October 15-17
Decemeber 17-19, 21-23
January 7-9
February 11-13
March 25-27

Tickets are first come first serve, but please only reserve tickets if you will be able to attend the show.

Students that are interested in taking part in this activity should call Dwanita Fields to make reservations as spots are limited.

Dwanita Fields,
305-460-8928
dwanita@breakthroughmiami.org

School Year Program - Island Care Project

Students will take a short boat ride to Island E in Biscayne Bay to assist in keeping the island clean and making it into a public park. Students can earn community service hours.

October 28th, 2010
November 18th, 2010
December 16th, 2010
January 27th, 2011
February 24th, 2011
March 24th, 2011
April 14th, 2011

This activity takes place 4:00 pm - 6:00pm. Students should arrive at the Breakthrough office located at the Ransom Everglades Upper School at 3:30 pm.

Students that are interested in taking part in this activity should call Dwanita Fields to make reservations as spots are limited.

Dwanita Fields,
305-460-8928
dwanita@breakthroughmiami.org

School Year Program - Miami Science Museum

Students will participate in a Planetarium Experience, Gallery Tour of Featured Exhibition, Live Science Demonstration, Wildlife Center Exploration, and hands-on exhibit titled Newtons' Notions.

November 1st and 2nd, 2010 from 9:30-2:00

Students that are interested in taking part in this activity should call Dwanita Fields to make reservations as spots are limited.

Dwanita Fields,
305-460-8928
dwanita@breakthroughmiami.org

School Year Program - Island Fun

Students will take a short boat ride to Island E on Biscayne Bay and learn how to use a compass to follow a trail to hidden treasures.

January 21st and April 4th, 2011
from 9:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Students that are interested in taking part in this activity should call Dwanita Fields to make reservations as spots are limited.

Dwanita Fields,
305-460-8928
dwanita@breakthroughmiami.org

Monday, September 13, 2010

School Year Program - Breakthrough Saturday Dates

BT Saturday #1 October 16, 2010
Ransom Everglades and Carrollton Combined at Ransom Everglades School

BT Saturday #2 October 30, 2010


BT Saturday #3 November 13, 2010


BT Saturday #4 November 20, 2010


BT Saturday #5 December 11, 2010


BT Saturday #6 December 18, 2010
All Programs at Doctors Charter School

BT Saturday #7 January 15, 2011


BT Saturday #8 January 29, 2011


BT Saturday #9 February 12, 2011


BT Saturday #10 February 26, 2011
All Programs at Doctors Charter School

BT Saturday #11 March 5, 2011


BT Saturday #12 March 26, 2011


BT Saturday #13 April 2, 2011


BT Saturday #14 April 16, 2011