The CallowAy Dean’s Digest Newsletter 3.0

School Vision: Cab Calloway School of the Arts is a community where the arts and academics unite to develop creative and innovative global leaders.

Cab Calloway Mission: Cab Calloway School of the Arts offers a rigorous learning experience that integrates the arts and academics to foster the growth of independent inquiry, critical and creative thinking, and the innovative application of acquired skills.

Calendars and Resources

Homecoming Week

Picture Day Schedule

  • School photos will take place in the C gym.
  • We will follow the schedule carefully to ensure all classes are on time!

Welcome Katlyn Cofrancisco: Middle School Counselor

  • Katlyn is a proud alumna of Cab Calloway School of the Arts, where she studied visual and communication arts from grades 6 through 12.
  • Following her time at Cab, she pursued her passion for the visual arts at Delaware College of Art and Design and later completed her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Craft and Material Studies at Virginia Commonwealth University.
  • Katlyn’s artistic journey led her to work with mixed media and ceramics, showcasing her work throughout the Delaware Valley.

Teaching and Learning Updates

Family Access to I-Ready Reports
  • Family access has been enabled for all schools for the Fall I-Ready Test Administration. Families will access the “For Families” report through their student’s i-Ready Dashboard.
  • Families will need their student’s login credentials and will be prompted to enter the district’s report code.
  • The report code is 6H92ZY for all Red Clay Schools.
  • Please click below to read the i-Ready Letter to Families 9-2024.
  • We encourage families to view their students’ i-Ready diagnostic results.
Rho Kappa Painting Parking Lot Fundraiser
Launch into Your Future Month
  • Cab Calloway will start the week of October 14th where seniors are given time during the school day to plan their postsecondary steps to a fulfilling and wealth-generating career.
  • Attention Juniors and Seniors: The schools listed below will visit CAB this week.
  • If interested, please sign up in Naviance at least 24 hours before the visit to receive an E-Hall pass to attend.
  • Remember to check Naviance and the college visit calendar often for updates.
Save the Date: Red Clay College Fair
  • The Red Clay Consolidated School District is thrilled to host our highly anticipated College Fair on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at Alexis I. du Pont High School!

Culture and Climate Updates

Anti Harassment Statement
  • The Red Clay Consolidated School District strictly prohibits acts of harassment based on a student's actual or perceived race, color, or national origin, including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics like antisemitism. Any such act will not be tolerated, and immediate action will be taken.
  • To prevent acts of harassment, students, parents/guardians, and school district staff are expected to take responsibility and work together.
  • Students participated in school wide community expectations during the first two weeks of school outlining our commitment to an inclusive environment conducive to learning.
  • Parents please review the attached PowerPoint and Family/Staff Handbook.

Explore your passions and make new friends by joining one of our many clubs and student organizations at Cab Calloway! Whether you’re into the arts, leadership, service, or academics, there’s something for everyone. Get involved, build community, and make your mark this year!

On September 19th, our AP Psychology (Mrs. Sullivan) and 7th Grade Arts (Ms. Ostafy) classes promoted peace while ceasing violence and conflicts worldwide with a collaborative project.
On Wednesday, September 25, 2024 students met at their school flagpole, before school, to lift up their friends, families, teachers, school, and nation in prayer. It is student-initiated, student-organized and student led.

We formally celebrated Dr. Wu for being recognized as a 2024 District Teacher of the Year Finalists.

AP Honor Roll Recognition

Cab Calloway School of the Arts has earned a place on the College Board's AP ® School Honor Roll for the 2023-24 school year! The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools that have done outstanding work to welcome more students into AP courses and support them on the path to college success. Your school is being further recognized with the AP Access Award, which honors schools that encourage more low-income and underrepresented minority students to take AP courses. The percentage of students in at least one of these categories who took at least one AP Exam before graduation is proportional to or above your school's student population, demonstrating a clear and effective commitment to equitable access to advanced coursework. Research shows students who take AP courses and exams are more likely to attend college and graduate on time. And even for those who don't earn college credit, advancedcoursework provides early exposure to college-level work and contributes to a college-going school culture.

Important Dates
  • October 14-18th: Spirit Week
  • October 14th: 10th and 11th Grade Pictures
  • October 15th: 7th and 8th Grade Pictures
  • October 16th: Hispanic Heritage Fiesta Showcase
  • October 17th: PTSO BBC Fundraiser
  • October 17th: Make-up Day for Pictures Grades 6-11
  • October 17th: Homecoming Hallway Decorating
  • October 18th: Homecoming Dance 7:30 - 10:00 PM
Come Join the Hispanic Student Association for a fun time of live music, games, food, and celebration of the Hispanic Heritage Culture.
Get ready to show your Cab Calloway pride during Spirit Week! This is your chance to celebrate our school community with fun, themed days, and creative outfits. Whether you’re repping your favorite major, dressing in school colors, or getting creative with daily themes, Spirit Week is all about coming together and showing our Cab spirit. Don’t miss out on the excitement, school pride, and a chance to make memories with friends! Join in the fun and make this Spirit Week one to remember!
Get your tickets now for The Complete Works of William Shakespeare at Cab Calloway School of the Arts! Don’t miss this fast-paced, hilarious production that condenses all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays into one unforgettable evening. Whether you’re a Shakespeare fan or new to his works, this performance promises to entertain! Tickets are available online—get yours today before they sell out!
Come join Dean Bolden, staff, and friends for a fun night at the BBC sponsored by PTSO.

Community Check/In Survey

  • We would love to hear from you on how we can better serve our students and families.
  • Please share any questions, ideas, or suggestions.