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Bouchet Elementary Math & Science Academy’s
Newspaper
January/February 2011 “Researching Our Past To Build Our Future” Volume 1, Issue 4
February Is Black History Month
Black History Month is a remembrance of the events in the history of the African diapora. Since 1976, it is celebrated
annually in the United States of America and Canada in February. In the month of October United Kingdom celebrates Black
History Month. In the U.S. Black History Month is also referred to as African-American History Month. Black History Month
actually started as Negro History Week in 1926 by Carter G. Woodson.
The goal of Black History Week was to educate the American people about African-Americans' cultural backgrounds and
reputable achievements. When Carter G. Woodson started Negro History Week, his purpose was for the history of African
Americans to become considered a more significant part of American history as a whole. The purpose of Black History Month is to
promote awareness of African American history to the general public. It is arguable that despite the opinions of several critics,
Black History Month has several advantages, and to an extent, Woodson’s hopes were realized. During Black History Month,
African American history is taught to thousands of students at the elementary, high school and university levels respectively.
African American history is an extremely important part of American history, and it is almost impossible to find an American
History textbook that does not include passages about black history.
During the month of February Bouchet’s students studied famous African Americans. The student’s at the modular
building studied three famous African American inventors. They studied George Washington Carver, George Crum & Norbert
Rillieux. The students made peanut butter, potato chips and sugar cane. The students enjoyed learning about the African American
inventors. The students also enjoyed creating the inventions the inventors created over 100 years ago.

2. NEWS
Famous African American Quotes WOW NEWS
It’s ISAT preparation time. Bouchet’s teachers are working very
hard to prepare their students for the ISAT test. Last year
Bouchet’s ISAT scores increased. Bouchet’s ISAT scores
increased because of the dedication of Bouchet’s teachers. Their
hard work paid off. Students are working hard and doing their
best to obtain the knowledge they need for the ISAT test.
Teachers and students keep up the good work. Students will
begin taking the ISAT test on Tuesday March 8, 2011.
“The object of education is to prepare the young to educate
themselves throughout their lives.” Robert M. Hutchins
“Education is learning what you didn’t even know you didn’t
know.” Daniel J. Boorstin
January/February 2011 Bouchet’s News continues………..
“You can’t separate peace from freedom because no one
can be at peace unless he has his freedom” Malcolm X
“I am America. I am the part you won’t recognize. But get
used to me. Black, confident, cocky; my name, not yours;
my religion, not yours; my goals, my own; get used to
me” Muhammad Ali
“Black Power is giving power to people who have not had
power to determine their destiny” Huey Newton
“Freedom is never given; it is won” A. Philip Randolph
“I freed a thousand slaves. I could have freed a thousand
more if only they knew they were slaves” Harriet Tubman
“The Black skin is not a badge of shame, but rather a
glorious symbol of national greatness” Marcus Garvey
“A lie cannot live” Martin Luther King, Jr.
“Prejudice is the child of ignorance” William Hazlitt
“I'm glad I understand that while language is a gift,
listening is a responsibility” Nikki Giovanni
Parent University
Parent University classes are being offered on Fridays. The
classes are being held in the garden room in Bouchet’s Modular
building. Parents are learning about the nutrition component that
goes along with the student Garden Room experience. Parents
will receive hands on experience by preparing various dishes.
Classes will also focus on science and how to help your child
through the elementary years. Classes will resume after the ISAT
test.

3. NEWS
Bouchet Sports
Box Tops!
This year, our goal is to raise $2000, for equipment and textbooks. Here are five easy,
everyday ways you can help:
Clip- Clip the Box Top from hundreds of participating products and send them to school.
Each one is worth 10 cents when our school redeems them from Box Tops for Educaiton.
Shop online- Shop at your favorite online stores though the Box Top Marketplace
(boxtops4education.com/marketplace). Up to 15% of your purchase total is automatically
donated to our school, at no additional cost to you, Plus, you’ll get exclusive Box Tops
deals and discounts!
Read- Buy Books online through the Reading Room, a partnership between Box Tops
and Barnes and Noble. Our school receives up to 6% of qualifying purchases.
My Class Essentials- the newest way to earn is a free online registry to help classrooms
get the learning tools they need. Our school earns a 2% cash donation with every
purchase.
Sign up- It’s easy and free. Sign up to support our school at boxtops4education.com.
January/February 2011 Bouchet’s News Continues…….
Bouchet’s boys basketball team started their season on Friday
January 14, 2011. The boys basketball team played against
Hoyne Elementary School. Bouchet’s girls basketball 7/8 team
started their season on Tuesday January 4, 2011. The girls
basketball team played against Turner Drew Elementary
school. The girls basketball 5/6 team played against Powell
Elementary school on Tuesday January 11, 2011.
Basketball Games
Girls Basketball 5/6 (Bouchet vs Warren) 2/1/2011
Girl Basketball 5/6 & 7/8 (Bouchet vs Warren) 2/3/2011
Boys Basketball (Bouchet vs Dixon) 2/9/2011
Boys Basketball (Bouchet vs Avalon Park) 2/23/2011
No School
No school on March 7, 2011 for Pulaski Day
South Shore Shooting
On February 15, 2011 two South Shore High School students were
shoot near campus. The shooting happened at 75th Street and
Constance Avenue. The teens were waiting at a bus stop when a
man opened fire and then fled. The victims were ages 17 and 18.
The students sustained serious, but non-life threatening injuries.
One teen was shot in the leg, the other in the buttocks. One of the
victims flagged down a bus after the incident, and the Fire
Department was called. One student was taken to Northwestern
Memorial Hospital, the other to Advocate Christ Medical Center.
Since South Shore High School is close to Bouchet we are asking
all students to be cautious when they are outside. Be aware of your
surrounding at all times, walk in a group, and save 911 in your cell
phone in case of an emergency. BE SAFE AT ALL TIMES!

4. UGG Boot
The women’s Classic Tall boot is one off UGG’s most iconic
silhouettes. You can have fun with your style and wear the boot
uncuffed up or cuffed down.
2011 Jordan Gym Shoes
Music of the Month
Speakers Going Hammer :By Souljah Boy
STUDENT PICKS
SILLY BANDZ are the new and fashionable craze of the
season. Silly Bandz come in all shapes and characters. They are
for girls and boys. This craze has caused some minor problems for
teachers, and parents. When the bandz break children started to
pop each other with them, because of this action some principals
have decided to ban them from their schools. Silly bands are the
craze of the season they are fashionable but they can be dangerous
if used in a violent manner.
Article Written By: Kierra Young-Bey 8th
Grade Room 106
STUDENTS FASHION PICKS
Baby Phat Kids Jacket- Quilted Nylon Jacket & Bomber Hat