The High School for Teaching and Professions
Summer Bridge to High School
Newsletter #1, July 11, 2005

This Program is a collaboration between HSTP and Lehman College. It takes place on the Lehman College campus. Its purpose is to prepare incoming 9th graders for high school– academically and socially. Students get to meet their teachers, students from other grades, and other members of the incoming class while having fun, earning high-school credit, and preparing for the Living Environment Regents exam.

WELCOME Everybody!

Laura Tringali, Program Coordinator, Lehman College

All of us at Lehman extend a warm welcome to our HSTP students, new and returning interns, and faculty! This summer program promises to be exciting and challenging. What could be better than spending six weeks on a college campus making new friends and stretching your brain? We at Lehman couldn’t be happier to welcome you all into our offices and our hearts!

Pat France, Summer Bridge Coordinator, HSTP

I am always happy to see a new group of students about to enter high school. I have "lived" in Walton High School since 1969 and I was one of the initial teachers involved with the Pre-Teaching Program that evolved into HSTP. Our summer bridge program is one of the most successful ones in the city. We have enthusiastic teachers and wonderful interns who will help you make the transition from grade school to high school. We will take you on exciting trips and get you to learn something along the way. If you are having a problem or just want to chat, feel free to stop by and see me. Everybody, have a great summer!

Our summer teachers: Maritza Conde, Eston Robinson, Mark Spooner, Karin Wissmann

Getting to Know YOU!

Our teachers asked students for their likes and dislikes, as well as their thoughts on middle school, high school, and...the word "science." Here’s what they told us.

I like writing, playing sports, and dancing. I dislike disrespect, careless people, and last but not least, two-faced friends. In middle school I learned the importance of maturity and now I think I’m ready for high school. When I think of high school, I think of meeting new friends, experiencing new things, and achievement. The word "science" makes me want to explore around the world and learn more about the secrets of earth. –Jelicsa Roche
I like math because I’m good at it. I dislike global because you have to study all the history in the world. In middle school, I was the quietest person. When I think of high school, it makes me worry about my grades. The word "science" makes me happy. –Mariama Mahamadou
I like to go to the swimming pool in the summer. I also like to go to my friend’s house and have fun. I dislike bugs because they bite and leave marks. I also dislike bullies because they think they’re tough and whatever they tell you to do, they think you will do it. In middle school I was in a play called "Kiss Me Kate," and I was the main character, "Catherine." I also got to play double dutch outside with my friends. When I think of high school, I get excited because I will get to be independent. I get nervous because of how many students will be there. The word "science" makes me happy because I can do experiments. It also makes me itch because when I have to deal with bugs, I just itch. –Catherine DuViella

I like Carmelo Anthony and Bow Wow. I dislike girls who think they’re better than me. In middle school, I was boy-crazy. When I think of high school, I think of the Regents exam. The word "science" makes me bored. –Patricia Striggles

I like ice because it helps calm me down when I’m mad or nervous. I also like having fun because it takes my mind off problems that I am dealing with. I dislike lima beams because they are nasty. I dislike my 8th grade reading teacher because she could not teach. In middle school, I was friends with everyone. When I think of high school, I think of making new friends and having more fun than the year before. The word "science" makes me happy and excited! –Nakeisha Vanterpool

I like baseball because that’s been my favorite sport since I’ve been little. I dislike melons because they make you throw up. In middle school, I had one fight. When I think of high school, I think of my future and friends. The word "science" makes me think of experiments. –Edwin David

I like games; sports; getting to know people; taking naps; TV; school; blue, white, and black, computers, and writing. I like grilled cheese. I dislike beaches, amusement parks, home parties, and reading. In middle school, I had good times and bad times. When I think of high school, I think of...high school. The word "science" makes me think of reactions. –Adam Valentine

I like to read because it helps me to escape from the real world, and it makes me understand things better. I dislike bugs. In middle school, I was the class know-it-all. I used to get evrything right and my test scores were always high. When I think of high school, I get excited, nervous, and determined, because high school is where it all happens. It can make you or break you. The word "science" makes me curious and it makes me want to experiment on things.–Natasski Garrick

I like reading books and writing poems. I like James Bond and spy stuff. Also, I like to listen to rock and roll music. I dislike country and western music. In middle school, I was the tallest kid in the class. I passed my Math A Regents exam and got a perfect score on the ELA exam. When I think of high school, I am both nervous and excited. Also, I try to plan out my four years of high school. The word "science" makes me bored, because I’m not interested in science. Also, it might make me a bit nervous, because I have a hard time in science. –Micheal Paterno

I like to write poetry, sing, and read. I dislike having to do a lot of homework in the the 10th grade. In middle school, I was considered to be the one who never let my hopes and dreams fail. When I think of high school, I think of achieving my goals and meeting new people. The word "science" makes me think of doing experiments and learning more about the environment around me. –Gabrielle Ortiz

I like to write poems. I dislike gym because I hate running. In middle school I was a great student. When I think of high school, I think of life. I love to write and make up stories. –India Douglas

I like to hang out with my best friends as well as with my boyfriend. I like to talk on the phone for hours until I have nothing else to say, which is never, and I like to dance, especially at parties. I dislike when my name in mentioned in something I had nothing to do with. I dislike when my boyfriend doesn’t call me. I dislike when I have guests over and my room turns out a mess after I cleaned it. In middle school I was loved and known by everyone, especially the security guards. When I think of high school, I have mixed feelings. Some part of me is nervous and the other part of me is excited. The word "science" makes me want to die. –Nereida Santiago

I like to play basketball in my spare time. I dislike performing any form of labor. In middle school, I was a class clown and a B average student. When I think of high school work, I feel that I am learning something new every day. The word "science" makes me think about all the labs I’ll be doing this year. –Christopher Rivera

I like to use the computer. I like to play baseball. I like to go to New Jersey. I dislike to be at home. I dislike talking on the telephone. In middle school I graduated. In middle school I was excellent in science. About high school, I think of graduations. I think of new friends. The word "science" makes me go to different places.–Juan Carlos Acosta
I like to be friendly with others and when somebody has problems, I like to give them my opinions on a good solution. Also, I like baseball. I my free time I play with my friends. I dislike people who think that they are the best and act all that. In middle school, I worked hard, tried to be the best in everything, and helped others do their best, too. When I think of high school, I put myself together and I study more and I am preparing with a lot of energy. The word "science" makes me a more interesting person because I love to discover new things and learn more about our world, and where we came from. But my favorite topic is the planets. When I have free time, I like to find information on the internet about the planets.–Alejandro Alvarado

I like to watch TV, play on the computer, and talk on the phone. I like to help my  mom cook and wash dishes. I like to do the laundry for everybody in my house. I dislike cleaning my room. I also dislike cleaning and sweeping the living room. I dislike waking up early, but I have to do it so I can get to school on time. In middle school I couldn’t wait to get out, but at the same time I didn’t want to leave because I was going to miss my friends. When I think of high school, I think of all the work I will have to do and how hard it is going to be. The word "science" makes me wonder what type of science it is. If it is interesting, I would like to do it. But if it’s not, I would hate to do the work. –Yassiel Martinez

I like hip-hop music. I like it because it is like a poem with music in the back. The beats are hot and the songs are enjoyable. I dislike green peas because they taste horrible. Green peas mess up how my rice tastes. In middle school, I was the female class clown in a good way, because I love to make everyone laugh and be happy. When I think of high school, I think of change and a new start. It is the start of your life before you go to college. The word "science" makes me interested because everything in science was discovered by someone who was curious. –Jewel Hoyte

I like dancing, playing around, partying, and having fun. I also like exploring different places. I dislike bugs and dogs because they are disgusting. In middle school, I was popular, and well known for fighting and making trouble, but I have since CHANGED! When I think of high school, I think of drama, fun activities, and different sports. The word "science" makes me think and wonder how things and nature work. –Yanna-Lee Edwards

I like Alicia Keyes because she is a wonderful singer and social studies because it interests me and is not boring. I dislike math because it makes no sense to me and some of it is unnecessary. In middle school I was funny, jumpy, and crazy. When I think of high school, I get nervous. At the same time, I get excited. The word "science" makes me excited and interested because I love science. It depends on the type, though. Physical I can deal with; Earth I can’t stand.–Mark Smith

I like to party and have a good time. I dislike when I do not get to do what I want to do in life. In middle school, I passed all of my classes. When I think of high school, I want to do good and get to see new things. The word "science" makes me feel like I am about to learn some new things about life. –Jennifer Almonte

I dislike having to wash the dishes. I get really irritated when I have to clean more dishes after I just cleaned the others. In middle school, I loved it. All the teachers were always there. Though there were not too many extracurricular activities, we still had fun. When I think of high school, I think it’s another step to learning. It is also a place to feel wanted. The word "science" makes me feel ready to learn about our environment. It also makes me prepared for the outside world, for example, learning about the troubles with our water system.–Shemika McFarlane

I like a singer named Clara. I like Clara because she can dance. I dislike spoiled and arrogant people. I dislike them because they have no respect for most people. When I think of high school, I think of work and getting a scholarship. The word "science" makes me excited. There are lots of fun things to learn when it comes to that subject. –David Mattison

I like puppies because they are so cuddly. I also like to play with them and train them to be the best they can be. I dislike reading, because I find it hard. I find it hard to understand. I think that language arts is the most horrible subject. When I think of high school, I start to wonder what it will be like, how people will look at me. I think high school might be fun.–Tiffany Lopez

I like to go out and to the movies. I dislike science because it is a bit boring. I like match because it is easy and fun. When I think of high school, I think of hard work and not passing. –William Henriquez

I like to sing. I like to make friends. I dislike doing things in front of people. In middle school, I used to sing to my friends, laugh with them, and call them on the phone. I loved middle school. When I think of high school, I think of hard work and strict teachers. –Imani Winn

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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