TUITION-FREE NCA ACCREDITED COLLEGE-PREP SCHOOL THE DSA SCHOOL SYSTEM Grades 6 thru 12

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1 y TUITION-FREE NCA ACCREDITED COLLEGE-PREP SCHOOL THE DSA SCHOOL SYSTEM Grades 6 thru 12 Oklahoma City Gateway to Success

2 Achievements DSA API Scores What is API? API stands for academic performance index and it measures performance and progress of a school, based on the criterion-referenced tests (CRT) and the end-ofinstruction tests (EOI) given to all students by the state every year. It is a numeric index or score, ranging from 0 to Multiple Assessment and Individual Education "Through paper-based and online diagnostic tests, after-school tutoring, peertutoring, Saturday School and faculty office hours, we assure that each individual achieves excellence in education. I.Guzey, Dean of Academics, DSA-Elementary Unique Educational Environment I really believe in what we are doing here. We have created a unique educational environment that truly builds upon the teacher-student-parent relationship. I have taught at middle school, high school, and college levels, and never before have I had the opportunity to reach students in this way and impact so many aspects of their lives. This is why Dove Science Academy not only attracts students who want to learn, but also instructors who have a real passion for teaching. Barbaros Aslan, Principal, DSA-OKC

3 Dove Presents a Strong School Model Home Visits Home visits are a unique opportunity for real twoway communication between home and school. They acquaint the teacher with a child's family and culture, and provide a familiar setting for listening to parents' concerns and recognizing their contributions to the home-school partnership. Triad of accademically-minded STUDENTS, highly qualifed and dedicated TEACHERS, and engaged and supportive PARENTS Diverse Learning Opportunities DSA provides diverse learning opportunities to challenge our gifted/talented students: The School-Wide Enrichment Model, Special Summer and Saturday Programs, Mentoring, Ability Grouping, Independent Study and Research Projects, and Enhancement Programs for Creativity and Thinking Skills. Rigor: All students have the chance to succeed at challenging classes Relevance: Courses/projects spark student interest and relate today s rapidly changing world. Relationships: All students have adult mentors who know them and push them to achieve H. Suzuk, Principal, DSA-Elementary All Dove students will graduate high school ready for college and will enroll in 4-year collages with the skills to succeed

4 Exemplary Education March 15th is "Dove Science Academy Day" in Oklahoma. March 15, 2007 is proclaimed as Dove Science Academy Day by the State of Oklahoma and by the City of Oklahoma City due to our top API scores in the state. Whereas, Dove Science Academy was ranked Number One in all of Oklahoma with an Academic Performance Index score of BusinessWeek magazine names Dove Science Academy-OKC top school in the state of oklahoma! BusinessWeek Magazine recently ranked schools in all 50 states, and DSA-OKC ranks best in 2 different categories Best Overall Academic Performance and Best Low-Income School. High Academic Standards (Sandy Garret State Superintendent) Your test scores, Science Fair results and the many awards and recognition of your students are certainly proof that dedicated and innovative leadership in your school has overcome many disadvantages that children face in terms of economics, language and earning problems. I am proud of Dove Science Academy's accomplishments. I am proud of Dove Science Academy's accomplishments. High Academic Standards (Kaan Camuz, Superintendent, DSA) Since the establishment of DSA, we have continually striven toward maintaining the high academic standards that will be the cornerstones for our students- well into their professional and personal lives. With the assistance of our supportive parents, the faculty and staff have guided our students beyond all community and state mandated expectations. The Faculty, Staff and Administrators at DSA are caring, competent, dedicated profession also who are willing and capable to assist you. We are doing our utmost to provide the best possible learning climate to our students. International Awards Infomatrix Romania: Gold medal in 2005 Silver Medal in 2006 Intel ISEF: 2005 Phoenix: 1 project 2006 Indianapolis: 1 project 2007 Albuquerque: 2 projects National Awards State Team Champion in Oklahoma Science and Engineering Fair in first place 51 second place 32 third place 70 special awards 3 best project award

5 Building Blocks of Dove s Success A Model Learning Community Creativity is more than just being different. Dove Science Academy has a faculty that transcends accepted educational methods. They help students become scientifically literate, critical thinkers while maintaining a passion for learning. It is a pleasure to be a parent of a student at this school. Parental involvement is not only required but encouraged. The Dove Triangle of school, parent, and student is model for any learning community. Our family is proud to be a part of the Dove Charter School System. Kobi Cordova, DSA Parent Best Place to Learn The students of the Dove succeed due to the devotion of the teachers and staff. Every instructor makes a personal investment in each child, resulting in the student's enthusiasm of unquenchable desire to learn and become the best they can be. Sancar Avcioglu, Computer Department Chair Student Oriented Teaching Individual attention Diagnostic tests Monitor progress over time Requirement of a research project and incentives Enriched Math and Science Curriculum Rigorous and relevant Math and Science classes More Math, Science and electives; Early intervention and remediation (After school and Saturday Tutorials) Logic Computer Based Math and Science (i.e. Animation), Electronics and Robotics, Aquatic Science, Environmental Science, Introduction to Genetics Emphasis on College Bound Education Partnership with universities Dual Credit Program AP Courses A college going atmosphere Incentives for Alumni Visits to college campuses Highly Qualified and Dedicated Teachers Rigorous interview process Administrators with solid Math and Science background Teacher specialization in 4th and 5th grades Home visits

6 Dove Creates a College-Going Atmosphere DSA is a A+ School. Thank you for doing such an outstanding job in helping Oklahoma students excel. Congratulation. Anastasia Pittman, State Representative I would like to personally congratulate you and your staff of being such a great learning institute for our youth. Al McAffrey, State Representative 100% graduation rate Students enjoy a variety of electives, AP, Pre-AP, Honor, and dual credit courses. Our students' participation in the DSA career day, ACT Tutoring, counseling, inventories, and online portfolio will help take them to the best universities. Our Class of 2006, 2007 and 2008, the first, second and third graduating classes of DSA, is celebrating their 100% graduation rate under the Recommended or Distinguished Plan. M.Julian, Dean of Students, DSA-OKC AP Program (B.Yilmaz, M.A. Dean of Academics, DSA-OKC) When they graduate, students in the pre-ap/ap program will have taken AP English Language, AP English Literature, AP US History, AP World History, AP Calculus, AP Biology and AP Chemistry. Other Advanced Placement courses such as AP Spanish and AP Statistics will be optional. Students in High School are required to take more Math, Science, and Language Courses. Every student must graduate with at least the Recommended Plan. Some of the Seniors are completing the advanced measures to graduate with the Distinguished Plan. Character Education & Teen Leadership (E.Bostanci, Dean of Students, DSA-Elementary) The character education program not only instills in our students values such as accountability, compassion, integrity, tolerance and leadership, but also reaffirms that we, as a campus, have completely rejected all violence, all drugs, aggression, gang activity, truancy, and crime. Counseling (A. Moreno, Counselor, DSA-OKC) At DSA, students are guided through individual, group, and career counseling to explore their career interests and make wise decisions. DSA Career Day allows the students to interact with professionals who share their life-long experience.

7 Academics Science Fair, 2008 Science Class Judging at DSA Science Fair Math Contest, 2008 Science Fair, 2008 Academic Achievement Dove Science Academy offers many educational opportunities unlike any other school. They provide ACT/SAT Prep, Honors, and Advanced Placement courses which enable us high school students to develop a more augmented portfolio for numerous educational opportunities in the future and to help us prepare for the road ahead. I can honestly say that the staff of this academy is like none other. Their desire to see us thrive in the future increases each year and, as a result, their dedication to provide us with a more rigorous curriculum, instruction, and assessment also increases. It is no wonder that this one-of-a-kind school has been ranked number one in the state of Oklahoma! Jason Lugo, High School Student, DSA Science Fair (E. Jivishov, Science Department Chair, DSA) A research project is an enrichment activity, a family experience, an early start to academic work, an opportunity to develop a portfolio, a reference for the best colleges, and a way to establish connections. Every year the students just do better and better. They consistently are winners. We are all proud of their accomplishments. Differences at DSA (B.Yilmaz, M.A. Dean of Academics, DSA-OKC) At Dove Science Academy, more credits (25) are required to graduate. Students have to take four credits of Math classes rather than three. In addition to required Math classes, Dove Science Academy requires 2 computer credits including advanced computer classes such as Multimedia, Flash Animation and Web Mastering. Dove Science Academy offers ACT/SAT prepcourses. Honors, Advanced Placement (AP), Concurrent Enrollment, Dual Credit college level courses Individual/Team Research Projects Through concurrent enrollment, students can earn college credits while they are in high school. Sample Artwork

8 360º Learning Environment Changing the Face of Learning (DSA Prarents) Dove Science Academy is an educational establishment that is changing the face of learning in America -- in that it has challenged the standard methods of teaching and the school concepts as we now know it. The backbone of the organization is strengthened by extremely knowledgeable, highly skillful and gently nurturing administrators and staff members, who function as a family - then a team - to enlighten and groom the student body. They have a special chemistry care, commitment, focus, and drive perhaps, an old-fashioned approach to getting the attention of the youngsters under their care. Career Days Inspiring Students Our dedicated parents raise funds I am very grateful to Dove Science Academy administrators and all school. staff members, for their contributions so much to my son and other students alike. "Two years ago our daughter started DSA and we have seen the caring, nurturing and dedicated teachers work hard with the students. The environment the school provides is a safe and healthy for our child's development. The school provides an environment that fosters academic excellence and moral values. We couldn't have chosen a better school". Triangle of our success, Teacher-Student-Parent Rewarding Success Research Experience (Debbie Taber, DSA Parent) ''As an educator, I am pleased to have my son attend Dove Science Academy. The administrators, teachers, counselors and support staff care and are devoted to providing a quality education for all students. The staff is willing to go the extra mile to make sure each student's education involves academics, as well as social and emotional values. It is an honor to be involved with dedicated educators who truly care about the future of our students.

9 Extracurricular Activities Electives & Clubs Web Mastering Yearbook Home Arts Theater Arts Aquatic Science Math League Turkish Club Multiculturalism Video Production Journalism Psychology Reading & Movies Drawing Digital Graphics & Animation Board Games Spirit Club Math Counts Movie Drama Soccer Choir Computer Games Arts and Craft Folk Dance Volleyball Basketball Robotics National Honor Society National Junior Honor Society Spelling Bee Geography Bee Chess Table Tennis Sports For Character ( C. Case, AD & Head Soccer Coach, DSA-OKC) We have two main sports here at DSA, they are soccer and basketball. With both high school teams playing in OSSAA. We are in class 2A for basketball and 4A for soccer. We, also, offer middle school soccer for students wishing to play in the fall, where we play in the All-City league. The school, also, has contests within the school for volleyball, basketball, soccer and dodge ball.

10 The Difference - Beyond the Borders On Board DSA offers three opportunities to travel overseas to its distinguished students: The Europe Trip, International Olympiads, and Turkish Language Course. The first six places of each grade, Turkish Language class students, and our successful students who are interested in science and math can win great scholarships for these trips. Aside from the people being very hospitable, the culture being wonderful and all the places you will go being great, Turkey is also a country filled with lots of history. You can't see anything like that anywhere else around the world. Even if it is King Midas' country. It's just something you can't get anywhere else. I was skeptical about going on this trip because I have never been out of the country, never left my kids that long, never not gone skiing on Spring break, but I am so thankful, everyday, that I made myself do this. That I paid the money (which was minimal), sucked up my fears and concerns, and gave myself this opportunity of a lifetime, I will never be the same after this. Jill Slay, English Teacher, DSA-OKC

11 On-Campus Life Students & Teachers Having Lunch DSA Basketball Team Performance on Multicultural Day BBQ Party for Parents Peer Tutoring To contribute to our school's success and in giving back to the community, our high school students help middle school students as a tutor, in their math enhancement classes. DSA Soccer Team became champion in Belle Isle Soccer Tournament in 2005 JV Boys Indoor Soccer Tournament in 2005 & Food Drive Our students showed a wonderful success in Students Against Hunger Food Drive. Through Dove Science Academy's food drive in 2005 and 2006, our students were able to raise 1809 pounds of food, which will provide 1412 meals. Katrina Relief To help victims of Hurricane Katrina to recover and move forward, our students raised $3, Cinco de Mayo, May 5th! Lake-Hefner Park High School Picnic Talent Show End of Year Celebration Career Information Supplied by Professional Pep Rally for DSA Basketball Teams

12 TUITION-FREE NCA ACCREDITED COLLEGE-PREP SCHOOL Gateway to Success Dove Science Academy-Oklahoma City 919 NW 23rd Street Oklahoma City, OK Phone: Fax: