He who controls others may be powerful, but he who has mastered himself is mightier still- Lao Tzu
Scholarship Information for African Americans
Black students may be missing out on scholarships because they are not aware that the scholarships are available. We at Princeton Day Academy want to do our part in making as much information available about as many scholarships as possible. Therefore, we are beginning to compile scholarship information for our scholars and families This is a work in progress that will be updated on an on-going basis. The goal is for this information to get better and better with time.
Remember, "A mind is a terrible thing to waste," and we do not want a single available mind-building scholarship dollar to go unclaimed.
•2011 - 2012 Scholarship Resource Guide courtesy of U. S. Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard, (CA-34) •http://www.littleafrica.com/resources/scholarships.htm •Blackexcel.org - Scholarship Gateway (Includes the list: "200 Free Scholarships For Minorities") •http://www.blackstudentfund.org/ •http://www.finaid.org/ •http://www.college-scholarships.com/ •http://www.colorq.org/Articles/article.aspx?d=2003&x=scholarships •http://www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov •http://www.studentaid.ed.gov •NursingHomeAbuse.net Scholarship
Black History Quiz
1. The first Black woman elected to congress was:
2. Legislation to restrict the movement and freedom of freedmen was enacted in 1865 in Mississippi and was known as:
3. The first Black-owned television station in the US began broadcasting in 1975 and was located in:
Is it reasonable to have a sense of delusional confidence in your abilities, or would you rather build confidence by performing well in the past? If you choose the latter, doesn’t that mean that a single bad performance can shatter your confidence in yourself
1st Place Emanuel Orji-“Designer Genes” 2nd Place Gerald Rodriguez –“Got Rust” 3rd Place Aaron Kennedy-White- “Sound Navigation and Ranging” (SONAR)
We are so proud of all the scholars that participated in the PDA Science Fair today. Let this be a lesson to always give your very best and in the end your hard work will pay off.
Dear Storm Parents:
We are pleased to share that PDA has been invited to the Scholastic Olympics.
This annual competition features the best and brightest students from Prince George's County schools and according to the selection committee, PDA is considered as amongst the best schools in the region.
We believe that PDA would have a strong shot at winning the competition, however, the Olympics are the same day as our commencement (May 19th, so our seniors won't be able to participate).
The following scholars have been selected to represent the Storm at this special event, which will show to many that PDA gets it done in the classroom as much as it does on the court:
Brandon Dyke - 10th grade
Jace Ebanks - 10th grade
Emmanuel Orji - 9th grade
Anthony Rivers - 10th grade
Congratulations to our Scholastic Team members and their families. For additional information on the Scholastic Olympics, please visit:
www.scholasticolympics.org Watch a YouTube video of last year's event: Scholastic Olympics 2011 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5twkkUAlqbk
Go Storm!
Talent is God given- Be humble
Fame is man given- Be grateful
Conciet is self given- Be careful
-Coach John Wooden
When I was young I couldn't wait to get to high school. Once there I couldn’t wait to get to college. Then I was anxious to graduate and start my career. Some of us live our lives in constant anticipation of what’s next. I know I did. Funny thing is that in 20 years these will be the “good ol’ days”. It seems as if it’s only after we’ve entered the next season of our lives that we realize just how good the last season was. The “grass being greener” syndrome can leave you feeling empty and incapable of satisfaction. I made a choice to appreciate where God has me and to do everything for His glory for however long I’m there. When it is time to close a chapter of my life I can move on in peace. I decided to enjoy my life along the way.
To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven: Ecclesiastes 3:1-3
Don't forget tomorrow night's Open House - for additional information please see our ad at http://www.gazette.net/princegeorges
College Acceptance Update
PDA is pleased to share that Michael Scott, 2012 has been accepted to Flagler College in St. Augustine, Florida. U.S. News & World Report, which annually rates America's top colleges and universities, ranked Flagler as the #9 overall college in the South and labeled Flagler as "the undisputed gem of the south" for its strong academic reputation.
Congratulations to Mike and his family on continuing PDA's tradition of 100% college acceptance and attendance and on securing a spot in PDA's famed and exclusive Big Red Book.
We're looking forward to sharing the next bit of outstanding news.
All-Star Game Selections
Four of our seniors have earned post-season honors and will play in the prestigious Buffalo Wild Wings Classic held each year in Hagerstown, Maryland.
This is the biggest all-star gathering on the east coast with 8 games serving 240 athletes and many, many professional and elite-level players have participated in this showcase.
The games are on Sunday, March 18 at North Hagerstown HS.
Congratulations to the below noted scholars and their families, teammates and coaches for earning this high achievement:
Jerrod Lemon - Boys Metro Elite Game, 4:00 p.m.
Allese Morrison - Girl's Mid-Atlantic Premier Game - 3:00 p.m.
Michael Scott - Boys Mid-Atlantic Showcase Game - 6:00 p.m.
Jamaal Williams - Boys Mid-Atlantic Showcase Game - 6:00 p.m.
Alumni News
Congratulations to Former-Stormer Ashley Walker, 2010, who yesterday was named KJCCC Player of the Week after scoring 25 points in her final regular season game.
For additional information, please visit http://gobroncbusters.com/article.asp?articleID=208.
Hi PDA students, I am reminded of when I was in school and how I would compete with my fellow classmates in sports and in class on trying to make the best grades on the exam. I often encourage my two sons to learn how to compete in the classroom as well as in sports. It is quite okay to engage in friendly competition in the classroom as well.
You should develop a pact among your closest friends. As you graduating seniors close out your senior year; you should develop a pact which is an agreement to do something and to request the sincerity and support of others to see you through it; while at the same time they are supposed to accomplish something as well. For example, one pact or agreement could be that you will do your very best during the last quarter at PDA or you will go to college and finish and then proceed to law or graduate school. I encourage you to motivate each other and read the book called The Pact by: Drs. Davis, Hunt, and Jenkins.
The Pact is about an incredible agreement that three young African American men from Newark, New Jersey made with the odds stacked against them coming from single parent homes. Nevertheless, they made it by hard work, determination, supporting each other and I am sure many prayers. I strongly encourage you to read their book and I am surprised that a movie has not come out about these fascinating young men. In closing you should pair up with someone who you know is going somewhere and you can support and encourage one another. Let's make a pact to strive for excellence shall we!
Dr. Glasper
Before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves- Confucius
Caring- one person’s compassion and concern for another- is both the purpose and the ethical glue that holds a family together.
SCHOLARS, be ready for you quiz on Wendsday February 22...
Blacks in South America
When Vasco Nunez de Balboa, a Spanish explorer, landed in South America in 1513 he found a small community of Black people already living in America. This fact brings convincing indication that it was Africans that discovered America and not Columbus as it has been said. Archeological excavations have also brought up evidence of this fact. They discovered pre-Columbian pottery with African facial appearance. They believe that it must have been West-Africans who sailed into the Atlantic Ocean and were brought to South America by strong streams. Christopher Columbus was informed about this practice when he stopped in The Cape Verde Islands. Columbus was looking for a shorter way to get to the Indies when islanders informed him about Africans setting off on small ships into the ocean going west. He attained confirmation of this scheme when he arrived in the Caribbean islands and found dark people who were already trading with the Indians. Columbus was told that the natives had already traded gold with black men coming from the ocean. He later on wrote in his observations that these Black men must have come from West Africa.
She founded the National Council of Negro Women in 1935:
a) Mary McLeod Bethune b) Sara Washington c) C. Delores Tucker d) Hazel W. Johnson
When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be- Lao Tzu
How Much Information Is ‘Too Much Information’? How much information about casual acquaintances is “too much information”? How much personal information do you put out on social media platforms like Twitter or Facebook? Do you often “stalk” others there to find out about them, even if (or maybe especially because) they’re people who are no longer in your life? Are there people you have blocked on Facebook so that you don’t have to read about them? Why?
News coverage and social media have been aflutter lately with references to the Knicks’ Jeremy Lin. Among the many reasons for the “Linsanity” phenomenon are his prowess on the basketball court, his personal story, his ethnic background and his faith. Who in the news has gotten your attention recently and is a role model for you?
Fun and Unusual New College Classes
Classes with roots in popular culture are popping up on college campuses everywhere. If you’ve yet to select your classes for next semester or have found a few empty blocks in your schedule, consider enrolling in one of these fun, weird and surprisingly informative courses. (Bonus: They could help you earn an equally unusual scholarship!)