The Malcolm X Quarterly Scholar
The Quarterly Scholar highlights the academic achievements of El-Shabazz Public School Academy students. The students, based on their academic excellence, are identified by their classroom teachers and receive quarterly recognition in this publication. These students, in our opinion, best exemplify the dedication, discipline, and determination, that the school's namesake, Malcolm X, believed to be the key ingredients to individual and community success.
Honor Roll Students For The Second Card Marking
2009/2010
Mrs. Burton's Kindergarten
Jordyn- Is doing a great job in Kindergarten! She continues to make great gains in letter sounds and recognition. She is starting to read short stories, and really enjoys writing new words! Jordyn is performing at high levels in all academic subjects. She is a great team player, and is a big helper in the class. Continue the great work Jordyn!
Jaydyn- Is making great gains in class! He has done a great job learning all of his letters and most of his letter sounds. He does a great job using letters sounds to make new words. He continues to finish all of his assignments on time and really tries hard to do his best! Keep striving for your best Jaydyn.
JayVon- Continues to do a fantastic job focusing on his kindergarten skills! He completes all of his activities on time and correct! He scores top grades on all of his assignments. He does a great job helping out his classmates! JayVon is a great example of a scholar.
RaeKwon- Is at the top of his class! He works hard in class and makes a great effort to participate in class discussions. He focuses on turning in work with great handwriting and sometimes art work! He loves to be a helper in the classroom and is very friendly to his classmates! Keep doing your best RaeKwon!
Marcus- Is doing an excellent job in Kindergarten! He has worked hard at following directions in class and on his assignments. He is also scoring top grades on all of his activities! He is learning how to read new words, and does an exceptional job remembering the skills taught to him! Continue the great progress Marcus!
Davion- Does a great job being a leader in the classroom! He has made his way to the top academically. He is reading and writing new words everyday. He does an excellent job practicing any skill until he has mastered it. He has also scored top grades on all activities! He shows his love for school everyday. Keep up the great job Davion!
Sadaya-Is a great student who has strived to do her best, and made it to a top scholar! She has made improved on her letter recognition and sounds, and is now putting sounds together to make new words. Sadaya was the first student to count from 0-100 successfully! Continue to do your best Sadaya!
These seven students have done an exceptional job working towards a higher level!
Mrs. Dornbush's Kindergarten
Kalib is a Malcolm X Scholar. Kalib knows all of the kindergarten and first grade sight words. He is reading, and has gotten a 100% on all of his spelling tests. Kalib can also count to 100 by 1's, 5's, and 10's. Keep up the great job Kalib!
Congratulations Dai'Shanay, you are a Malcolm X Scholar. Dai'Shanay knows all of her letters and sounds. She is doing an excellent job learning the kindergarten sight words. Dai'Shanay has scored high on all of her math assessments. Great job Dai'Shanay.
Mykael is an excellent student. She knows her word families, and sight words. She is able to count to 100 by 1's, 5's, and 10's. Mykael is a Malcolm X Scholar. Keep up the good work Mykael!
Archie is a very bright student. Archie knows the school affirmation. He can count to 100 by 1's, 5's, and 10's, and he knows his word families. Archie knows all of the kindergarten sight words. Archie is a Malcolm X Scholar. Keep up the great work Archie!
Amaria is a hard worker. She completes all of her work neatly and accurately. Amaria comes to school with a positive attitude, and ready to learn everyday. She knows her letters, sounds, and sight words. Congratulations Amaria you are a Malcolm X Scholar.
Darrell is doing a great job in kindergarten. He knows his sight words, and is reading! Darrell does an excellent job on his spelling tests, and knows the word families. He is a Malcolm X Scholar. Keep up the great work!
Mrs. Kuchnicki's Kindergarten
JaNya continues to be a dedicated student who attends school every day and does her very best work. She is a good citizen in our classroom and as a result has many friends. JaNya has stayed focused on her work at school and has received high marks in all subjects. JaNya is a Malcolm X Scholar for the first and second marking period. Congratulations JaNya!
Justis is a hard working student who has great attendance, a positive attitude, and a good work ethic. Justis is also a good citizen and is helpful in our classroom, always willing to helps others. He continues to work hard and as a result, Justis has high marks in all subjects. Justis is a Malcolm X Scholar for the first and second marking period. Congratulations Justis!
TyShawn is a positive student who performs at an above average level in all subject areas. TyShawn is a good friend to all our classroom students and is a responsible citizen at Shabazz. TyShawn can be counted on to be a leader and example of what is expected in our learning environment and demonstrates high academic performance in all areas. TyShawn is a Malcolm X Scholar for the first and second marking period. Congratulations TyShawn!
Andre is a Malcolm X Scholar for the second marking period based on his high academic performance. Andre has a strong understanding of all kindergarten standards and performs at an above average level in all areas. Andre tries to be a responsible student in our classroom. Congratulations Andre!
Kyra is a positive citizen in our kindergarten classroom and works hard every day on doing excellent work. Kyra is a responsible student in our classroom community and a leader who leads by example. Kyra is a good friend to other students and helps others in need. Kyra is performing above average in all areas of study and is a Malcolm X Scholar for the first and second marking period. Congratulations Kyra!
Najma is a positive and dedicated student who is an excellent worker. Najma speaks English as a second language and still continues to perform at a high academic level as a result of her good behavior, hard work, and positive attitude. Najma is a responsible citizen in our classroom community, a good friend, and a big help to her sister Nadia who also speaks Somalia. I am happy to recognize Najma as a Malcolm X Scholar for the first and second marking period. Congratulations Najma!
Anthony has worked hard the first half of the year and his hard work has paid off. Anthony has become a Malcolm X Scholar for the second marking period as a result of his dedication to academics, good attendance, and positive behavior. Anthony is a nice friend and excellent citizen in our classroom. Anthony gives his all and can be counted on to be helpful and attentive every day at school. Congratulations Anthony!
Takajah has dedicated herself to her studies and achieved high academic scores in all areas of study. Takajah has achieved the status of Malcolm X Scholar for the second marking period as a result of her hard work. Takajah comes to school with a smile on her face, a positive work ethic, and an enthusiasm for learning. Congratulations Takajah on your Malcolm X Scholar award!
LaMya has worked hard to increase her academic performance and is now rewarded with a Malcolm X Scholar award. Good work LaMya! LaMya is a good citizen in our classroom, a well behaved student, and a committed scholar. LaMya has improved in all areas by over 20%. Congratulations LaMya on becoming a Malcolm X Scholar for the second marking period.
Amira can be very proud of her amazing improvement in all subject areas. Amira increased her assessment scores by 20%. Amira is hard worker, a dedicated student, and a well behaved citizen in our classroom. I am happy to award Amira with the Malcolm X Scholar award for the second marking period. Congratulations Amira!
Charles has committed himself to hard work and dedication to his studies that has paid off with a 25% increase in his assessment scores. Charles has great attendance, a positive attitude, and insatiable enthusiasm for school and learing. I am impressed and happy to award Charles with the Malcolm X Scholar award for the second marking period. Way to go Charles!
Shayla is a very dedicated positive student who has improved her performance to achieve the honor of Malcolm X Scholar for the second marking period. Shayla is an attentive student who shows up to school ready to learn and is willing to work hard. Shayla has a desire to be successful in school so I am happy to award Shayla with the Malcolm X Scholar award. Congratulations Shayla!
Mr. Collier's First Grade
I proudly introduce Mr. Collier's First Grade Class, second quarter 2009 - 2010, Malcolm X scholars. These students come to school every day ready to learn. They consistently grasp new material and turn in assignments. They have also demonstrated leadership by helping others in the classroom and being a good citizen. Kentrea, Kentrice, Shayla, Nateyla, and Zyon are returning scholars for the last marking period. We congratulate Daryl on his second marking period selection.
Kentrea
Kentrice
Shayla
Nateyla
Zyon
Daryl
Mrs. Underhill's First Grade
My Malcolm X Scholars for 2nd Quarter are: Preston, Elijah, D'Neya, and Ameer.
It is such a pleasure to work with students who love to learn. Elijah, D'Neya, Preston, and Ameer are the kind of students who takes the initiative when it comes to learning. They ask for extra homework, borrow books to read at home, and they create their own math problems when they have completed their assignments. If you walk into my classroom, you will find these students engaged and on task. There is no doubt in my mind that these four has a great future before them.
Keep up the good work scholars!
Ms. Bullock's First/Second Grade
Jaquaila, Jaonna, and NaQuaisha have been working very hard this marking period and are doing an excellent job. Jaonna and Jaquaila are both continuing to work on fourth and fifth grade spelling words. Jaonna has mastered her five-minute addition and subtraction facts and her two-minute addition facts. Jaonna is currently working on mastering her two-minute subtraction facts. All three ladies have A's in writing, math, and spelling. They consistently turn in their homework and come to school every day ready to learn. They always participate in class discussions and activities. They help their fellow classmates whenever it is needed. All three are doing an excellent job on reading activities and are always striving to better their understanding and comprehension. Way to go ladies! You are second grade scholars!
Tayvion has done a terrific job this marking period. Tayvion has worked very hard on his reading. He started off the year below grade level and is now reading at grade level and showing success on his reading tests. Tayvion is always an active participant in classroom discussions. Tayvion does consistently well on all of his spelling tests earning him an A for this marking period. He is also becoming a good writer. He turns in his homework each and every week. He also makes sure to take his time on all assignments so that they are done neatly and accurately. Way to go Tayvion! You are a second grade scholar!
Ms. Callahan's First/Second Grade
Ja?an and Kayla were both Malcolm X Scholars first quarter. They are reading significantly above grade level. They have A's in all subject areas reading, writing, spelling, math and science. Ja?an and Kayla have been diligent this semester in turning in their homework on time. Kayla is always willing to help others and she is a very active participant in the classroom. Ja?an makes sure to take her time on all assignments so that they are done neatly and accurately.
Tatiana is a new Malcolm X scholar this quarter. She has worked very hard on her reading skills and has moved up two grade levels. Tatiana has an A in writing, math, and spelling. She has a high B in language arts. I knew you could do it Tatiana, keep up the good work! Way to go ladies! I AM SO PROUD OF YOU!
Traysuan is another outstanding student and Malcolm X Scholar from last quarter. He has worked very hard in all subject areas. Traysuan is reading above grade level and has an A in language arts. Traysuan also has A's in spelling, math, and science. Traysuan has really worked on his writing skills and has a high B. Traysuan takes pride in his work and it is always neat and on time. Traysuan, KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!
Mrs. Muriithi's Third Grade
Haywood - Once again, Haywood has made the honor roll. He has achieved remarkable grades all subject areas. He scored A's and B's in all the subject areas. While in class, Haywood stays focused on his assignments and listens attentively to the teacher. In addition, he is actively involved various after-school programs. Congratulations Haywood!
Anissa - It is no surprise that Anissa has once again made the honor roll. She has maintained A's and B's in all subject areas. Anissa is a well-rounded student. She is aware of current events and is quite inquisitive. Her dedication to her education is quite evident. Keep up the great effort Anissa, congratulations!
Elijah - I am very proud of Elijah's effort. For the second time, he has maintained excellent grades that made him make the honor roll. He has attained B's and A's in his academics. A quiet and respectful student, Elijah focuses on his assignments and completes them on time. Great job Elijah, keep on working hard!
Deyea'breon - I am very proud of Deyea'breon's efforts. She has worked diligently to pull her grades up. Deyea'breon scored A's and B's in all the subject areas. She pays attention to her assignments and is not afraid to ask questions when she's unsure of what to do. Keep up the excellent work Deyea'breon, the sky is the limit.
Damari - Last but not least, Damari has done exceptionally well. Like his classmates, Damari has scored A's and B's in all his academics. He pays attention to details in his assignments and ensures it is near perfection before he submits it. In addition, Damari is very active in class. Keep up the great work Damari; Congratulations.
The students mentioned above have all worked very hard. Their academic performance is commendable. Their efforts reflect those of the great leader Malcolm X and therefore deserve to be honored. I am very proud to be their teacher.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Muriithi
Ms. Jones' Fourth Grade
Catrina and Marshune are our newest Malcolm X Scholars for this 4th grade school year. They both have worked hard to achieve their goals. Catrina has a maturity that guides her in daily routines and models for the rest of the class. Marshune has worked to improve in behavior and academics choices. He has learned when to put the playful and fun side of his personality aside and when to let it loose, allowing him the opportunity to focus on his work and achieve Malcolm X Scholar.
Maliah, Jennifer, Kiara, Anthony, and Javon have continued to maintain academic excellence. They set an outstanding example for their fellow classmates with their dedication and understanding of the importance of school and their respectful manner towards peers and adults. Anthony has achieved all A's this quarter, an impressive and challenging accomplishment.
Keep up the good work! We are all proud of your dedication!
Mr. Svehla's Fourth Grade
It is so hard to believe that we are in the third marking period for our school. The students have all worked so very hard! I am proud of all of them for their effort and advancement in their studies.
Several students in particular have really raised the bar of excellence in our classroom. These fourth-graders have the distinction of being Malcolm X Scholars for the second marking period. Ten individuals in our classroom showed exemplary work and strove to succeed in every endeavor undertaken!
Four gentlemen went above and beyond the bar in all subjects during this marking period! These students are Ajovi Arits, Dhan Boggan, Javeon Dukes, and Demond Middlebrook. Not only did they excel scholastically, these gentlemen also consistently helped their classmates during group work sessions.
Six young ladies in our classroom also excelled in all academic subjects and behavior. These students are Brianna Marteen, Jamari McKinney, Lazarya Nathan, Shiya'Lamara Richardson, DeShawna Taylor, and Caliyah Williams. During this marking period, these young ladies proved not only to be scholars - but also social leaders.
I am very proud to announce that these hard-working students are gaining the recognition they so richly deserve!
Best Wishes,
Mr. Jeff Svehla
Ms. Dembinski's Fifth Grade
Kemofi: Kemofi is a very intelligent student! He does exceptionally well in mathematics. He is also a top speller! Keep up the great work.
Quatavia: Quataiva is a wonderful Malcolm X Scholar! She is reading narrative stories above grade level and displays positive behavior in the classroom!
Mycaesha: Mycaesha is working above her grade level! She is very strong in mathematics and always participates in class! Nice work!
Malik: Malik has done excellent work this marking period! He is a fantastic role model. He is kind, respectful, and responsible! Nice work!
Khadija: Khadija excels in mathematics! She is a great role model for others in the class. Keep up the nice work!
Dajeha: Dajeha excels in both mathematics and reading! She always participates in class. Keep up the great work!
Termaine: Termaine is a bright student! He excels in mathematics. He enjoys journaling and creative writing! Nice work!
Breanna: Breanna is such a joy to have in class! She excels in mathematics. She is a great role model for other students!
Diamond L: Diamond is a top math student! She is one of the top leaders in multiplication facts! Keep up the great work!
Michelle: Michelle is an exceptional student! She is a wonderful role model and a very strong leader. She is a terrific role model for other students in the class!
Suzie: Suzie is a top speller! She excels in mathematics and reading. She is leading the class in multiplication facts! Nice work!
Jasmine: Jasmine is soaring! She is excelling in mathematics! She is a fantastic role model and displays characteristics of an exceptional Malcolm X Scholar! Nice work!
Cadiefeye: Cadiefeye excels in mathematics! He loves to participate in class and is also a leader in multiplication. Nice job!
Ms. Pfeifle's Fifth Grade
Kiara: Kiara is a strong and diligent student. She works hard and is eager to learn in all subjects.
Ashia: Ashia is not only a great student but she is also very helpful in the classroom. She is always willing to lend me a hand!
Timbre: Timbre is a determined student. She does her work with a great attitude.
Carlton: Carlton is a very energetic and intelligent student. He is always eager to learn something new.
Nahson: Nahson has proved himself again as a fourth grader in a fifth grade class. He is lively and eager to learn.
Kenneth: Kenneth is always eager to complete assignments and learn new things. He is a fantastic student.
Alma: Alma does her work with diligence. She is a great student whom works hard during class.
Yasmeen: Yasmeen has proved herself again as a fourth grader in a fifth grade class. She always works quietly and orderly in class. She has been a great addition to our class - she challenges the fifth graders.
Taja'h: Taja'h is a great student. She works and studies hard to succeed. She brings enthusiasm to the class.
Zhervonte: Zhervonte is a hard working student. He is very eager to learn. He studies hard.
Jalysia: Jalysia is a great student. She works hard and completes all assignments with diligence.
Roderick: Roderick has worked very hard to earn his grades. He was determined and he succeeded.
Ms. Lucky's Sixth Grade
I would like to give recognition to Jonee', for she has maintained good grades in all subjects. JOB WELL DONE!!
I would also like to give recognition to Lisa for doing a job well done for the second time around. GOOD JOB!!
I would like to recognize Infinidy for a job well done. She has made the honor roll this second semester. AWESOME JOB!!
Last but not least, I would like to recognize Ashanti, for she was determined to improve her grade. She has done so in all subjects. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!

