Mr. Stockdale and Mr. Verdi are offering free tutoring lessons in Math, Social Studies and Reading after school on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 2:35-3:35 in Room 301.
“Tutoring helps the success of Conwell students,” Mr. Stockdale stated.
Mr. Stockdale has been teaching math ever since he came to Conwell Middle School in 2009. He’s been teaching for 13 years. He started teaching 27 years ago. Mr. Verdi has been teaching for 10 years. And been teaching here for 7 years.
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“All students can benefit for a little extra help,” Mr.Verdi said enthusiastically.
“Students have powerful potential,” Principal Green said,adding that practice during tutoring will get them to their desires.
Mr. Washington, Climate Manager at Conwell also said tutoring is good, and quoted Malcom X, when he said, “Education is our passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to people who prepare for it today.”
If you are a Conwell student who would like to sign up for tutoring, Contact Mr. Stockdale in room 301 or Mr. Verdi in room 206.
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Dr. Watlington, along with the Chief of School Safety Kevin Bethel and the Chief of Schools Dr. Evelyn Nunez visited Conwell Middle Magnet School to get to know some students and some of the teachers and staff. Dr. Watlington says his reason for the visit is to see the environment and community within the school instead of just the outside.
“My priorities as superintendent are to try and help the schools of Philadelphia grow and thrive as much as I can,” said Dr. Watlington. When asked what this would mean for Conwell, Dr. Watlington replied, “This would mean more opportunities for growth physically and educationally. It would also mean a brighter future for teachers, students and staff alike.”
Principal Green showed Dr. Watlington, Chief. Bethel and Dr. Nunez around the entire school, she highlighted the new STEAM Lab and some renovations that have been done in the building.
Principal Green said, “We want our students to have innovative classrooms that tap into their abilities for what they need to succeed and thrive here at Conwell, high school, college and beyond.”
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There weren’t any special ceremonies or presentations throughout the visit. The reason for this was most likely because Dr. Watlington said he wanted to see what a normal school day at Conwell looked like.
When going into each of the classes, Principal Green asked students to share what they were doing in class and even some of the new students what they liked about Conwell.
One student in a class we visited said, “I was nervous when I transferred but everyone has been so nice and made me feel welcomed.”
At the end of the visit, reporters Conwell Cougars Blog B. Smith and K. Velasquez asked Dr. Watlington what he thought of Conwell.
“I think Conwell has a very nice environment and strong community within the school,” Dr. Watlington said. “I also think Conwell has amazing students and teachers.”
“I think Conwell has a very nice environment and strong community within the school,”
Dr. Watlington, Philadelphia Public Schools Superintendent
Dr. Watlington was also asked what he thinks the importance of the United Fall Festival Torch run is to the School District. He replied, “ I think participating in the United Fall Festival torch run will encourage students to participate in activities and things like this more.” This was a very important event because this could mean a lot for our school in the future and for our school district.
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Teen Authors is a place where young readers can bring out their talent of reading, and also have fun! Ms. Golub, Conwell 7th-grade Math teacher, was very keen on this idea, and Ms. Green didn’t even think twice about letting her host it.
“It all started when I accompanied a teacher to the main library in Spring Garden. Sadly, the teacher left, and she took her place as the new Teen Author’s teacher.” Ms. Golub stated. “They have been on trips everywhere. They met the author who made Wonder, White bird, and more!
The most recent one was when they met no other than Maria Hinojosa, the author of “Once I Was You.” The best part was, I also attended it!
And, what made it special was that she is a math teacher! “ I want my students to grow up and be open minded.” Golub said. “ I want them to grow up and be aware of what is going on, and I want them to love books as much as I do! The books we read mirror the children. There are a lot of similarities between the students and the characters in the books!”
On Thursday, Nov. 3, members of the Conwell National Juniors Honor Society(NJHS) gave a stunning virtual tour to the elementary school, Prince Hall Elementary. The NJHS members who participated were Conwell eighth-grade students Brianna B., Lia V., J’Ryah S., Nehemie F., Aiden R., Timothy W., Cocomi Z., and Katiana M.
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They showed the many wonders and opportunities our school has to offer. As they entered classrooms, students spoke about their personal experiences and opinions regarding Conwell.
“Conwell has a lot of creativity”, said one student. Some school activities mentioned included volleyball, basketball, and ASAS, and the school newspaper, the Conwell Cougars Blog.
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According to Principal Green, Prince Hall was an abolitionist and leader in the free black community in Boston. He Founded Prince Hall Free Masonry and lobbied for education rights for African American children.He was also active in the back-to-Africa movement.
Ms. De Jesus, Conwell’s Spanish teacher, speaks to Prince Hall Students in a Conwell virtual tour, led by NJHS students. Photo by N. Fanfan-83-CCB Contributor
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This week, Conwell celebrated Dia de los Muertos on November 1st and 2nd, when all souls are believed to return to the world of the living.
“This is a time where families across Latin America remember their loved ones and honor them in a special way,” Ms. De Jesus, Conwell’s Spanish teacher, said of the Day of the Dead traditions. “Some use only candles, others honor them with prayers at church, and in Mexico with a Dia de los Muertos celebration.
According to, Ms. De Jesus, among other Dia de los Muertos-themed projects, the Students at Conwell used paint to create what are called “Cartrina Masks.”
Ms. De Jesus said these paper masks represent a wealthy woman that is used in Mexican folklore to commemorate Dia de los Muertos.
The students started this project on October 19th, and finished in time for the celebrations on November 2nd.
“I like to integrate aspects of hispanic culture because the students can learn to appreciate and understand other cultures,” said Ms. De Jesus.
Anyone interested in seeing these works of art up close, can do so by visiting the third floor, outside Ms. De Jesus’s classroom. Just remember to appreciate the masks from a distance!
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