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Updated: October 28, 2005
INTEGRATIVE LEARNING THROUGH COMMUNICATION
The John F. Hughes Literature/Magnet School will provide integrative and effective learning opportunities for all students while fostering high expectations and a climate of excellence. The students will be prepared to meet the challenges of the 21st century through cooperative partnership with our school staff, parents and the local community.
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Hughes Integrative Learning Through Communication Magnet School is located in South Utica. This Elementary building is comprised of 447 students, including 62 ESL students. This diverse student population represents more than 10 spoken languages.
Through a literature-based curriculum and the assistance of computers and other technology, students are introduced to a rich academic and culturally stimulating educational arena through the "Wheel of Knowledge" that emphasizes the following components: Music, Art, Physical Education, Math, History, Language Arts, Computer Technology, Reading, Spelling, Writing, and Science.
CURRICULUM
CITIZENSHIP
COMMUNITY OUTREACH PARENT INVOLVEMENT
CLUBS & ACTIVITIES
Artist-in-Residence Program
Music across the curriculum
Desktop publishing/word processing
Sharing of literature-based projects
Writing to Read (Grade, Kindergarten and special education students)
Reading Assembly Program
"Words of the Week" Vocabulary Program
Poet-Tree Program
Science Fair
After school Tutoring
Student of the Month
Citizenship education program
Daily "Heart" Program of Readings and Music
Peaceful People Safety Patrol/Kindergarden Teacher Assistants
Mediation Training
DARE
Safe Schools Program
YMCA After School Program
Community partnerships
St. Elizabeth Tutoring Program
Intergeneration Program
Hamilton College
Masonic Home
Child Guidance Clinic
Positive Parent Connection Program
WalMart Tutoring Program
Volunteer reading tutors
Shared Decision Making Committee
Utica Heart Run and Walk participation
Cancer Drive
Hughes "Utica Reads" Program
Fall Food Drive
Hughes Town Meeting
Hughes Relay for Life
Literature Day
Book-it
Book Fair
Volunteer Projects
Guest Speakers/Performers
Advisory Council: Students, Parents, Teachers
School Bookstore
Young Scholars Club
Drama Club
Hughes News - Positive Revieews" Assembly Program
Annual Hughes School Talent Show
Original Musical Productions
Musical Community Outreach Program
Holiday Music Tour
Tonette and Melotone Ensemble
Friendship Forum
Peet Mediation Club
Tumbling (Grade 3)
Intramural Sport Programs
Boys'/Girls' Dick Miller Basketball Teams
*Note: Clubs will vary from year to year depending on interest.