PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT
CAMELOT EDUCATION IN PARTNERSHIP WITH HOUSTON ISD
HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
The 2015-16 school year marks the beginning of the 3rd consecutive year of partnership
between Camelot Education, HISD and the City of Houston. As a private educational
provider, Camelot provides targeted and effective programs for Houston’s most at
risk student population.
To date, Camelot has had the opportunity to
reengage
and serve over
5,300
students in the last three years. Camelot successfully transitions over 8 out of
10 students back to their traditional campus within 45 days.
TRANSITIONAL PROGRAM
Provide services to students who need a temporary placement due to behavioral and
discipline infractions.
EMPOWERING STUDENTS FOR SUCCESS
“Meet Our Students”
Dominique Hicks
Senior
My name is Dominique Hicks and I am 18 years of age. I came from Worthing High School and
I am a senior. My first day at Beechnut Academy, I really didn’t like it at all. I had a lot going on
in my life and to be honest, I really did not know what to do. I was mad because I thought I was
not going to pass because of my missing credits but the Beechnut Academy faculty gave me a
lot of confidence and they pushed me hard to get all my credits back. So when I went through
the program at Beechnut Academy, I ended up becoming a leader for my peers because of my grades and behavior. I
became a straight ”A” student throughout the process and I thank God for every moment. Throughout my months at
Beechnut Academy, I can say that I have learned a lot of things from here and it is really a school that helps students
become better people.
I am really proud of myself because at first, I was exposed to some bad influences. Coming to Beechnut Academy, I
became part of the student government and became an “Executive”. I got into the “TAPS” program where I am able
to earn high school credit so I can graduate in December. My plan is to attend Texas Southern University in the Fall of
2016.
Thank you Beechnut Academy.
Diego Arzola
Senior
My name is Diego Arzola and I am 18 years old. I am a 2015 December
graduate from North Forest High School. This road has not been an easy
one for me. Last year, I was considered a high school dropout and I did not
want to come to school because I just wanted to work and make money. It
was not until I returned to Beechnut Academy and the staff encouraged me
to finish out my senior year that I got back on track. I am glad that I listened
to the staff. I was able to visit college campuses and the staff helped me
with my financial aid. I am proud to say that my goal is to enter Houston
Community College in the next school year.
Thanks to the Beechnut Staff.
Garyneisha Richard | 8th Grade
Student Government, Executive
Moving from school to school, a lot of things change. Friends change, family changes, and also my attitude. When I
moved to Key Middle School, it seemed like nothing could go right. All I did was fight and disrespect teachers. It was
the way I could blow off steam.
Until one day, a new teacher came. At first, I did not like her but then she started expressing the qualities she saw in
me. But, it was too late. My seventh grade principal handed me the papers to go to Beechnut Academy.
When I arrived at Beechnut Academy I thought I was going to hell on Earth. Once I got a pledge packet, everything
started to change for the better. My leadership skills increased and now I am the first executive in middle school and
the President of middle school’s Student Government. That has changed my attitude at home and school.
I find myself growing as an individual and in my personality itself. I think Beechnut Academy really does help kids.
After coming to Beechnut Academy, I know that I am somebody and that I can impact my community and this world
in a positive way.
Joe Lopez | 8th Grade
Student Government, Phoenix
I am fifteen years old. I came from Ortiz Middle School. The reason why I was sent to Beechnut Academy is because
I was under the influence of a narcotic. Ortiz sent me to Beechnut Academy for forty-five days. Even I thought I was
a disrespectful student. The following day I went to Beechnut Academy to enroll. Later that day I went to my class.
When I walked into my class there was a dead silence and I was the spotlight of the room. I immediately sat down.
The teacher gave me a warm welcome. After that everyone in the classroom started to talk to me. I never thought
making friends would be that easy. As weeks went by I became a pledge because of my good behavior! A week went
by and I completed my pledge packet; now I was ready to test to become a Phoenix! After being tested after a period
of time, I became a Phoenix! I was so proud of myself. As weeks and weeks went by I’m almost finished with all my
days. Beechnut Academy helped me change. I stopped disrespecting people and I stopped smoking. I’m very proud of
myself. After finishing my days of Beechnut Academy, I’m going to go back to school and attend some AP classes.
RESTORATIVE OUTCOMES
Camelot’s transition program goals are to accelerate students to grade level; keep students on track for promotion;
assure required course credit accumulation; ensure that students stay on track toward graduation; and return to their
home campus with the tools needed to succeed academically and with the skills necessary to maintain positive social
interactions with peers and adults.
Students enrolled
in the Restoration
Model are held
accountable for:
96%
 85% ATTENDANCE
 PASSING GRADES IN ALL COURSES
 PARTICIPATION IN STUDENT GOVERNMENT
 FAMILY ENGAGEMENT
 COMMUNITY SERVICE
of students were either restored to a HISD school or
another public school for the 2014-15 school year.
FEEDBACK FROM HISD ADMINISTRATORS, PARENTS AND STUDENTS
Administrators are IMPRESSED with the overall process.
Parents are GRATEFUL to have someone help the students get back into their home school.
Students are returning to their home schools more CONFIDENT and SELF-AWARE.
EMPOWERING STUDENTS FOR SUCCESS
“Student Participation Opportunities”
STUDENT
GOVERNMENT
MEMBERS
S T U D E N T
G O V E R N M E N T
Students are invited to pledge after demonstrating continuous positive behavior as well as meeting attendance and
academic goals.
At the end of the 2014-15 school year
EXECUTIVE
PHOENIX
S T U D E N T
LEADERSHIP
Over 600 Beechnut Academy students achieved
student government status and returned to their
home campus as proven student leaders.
T E S T I M O N Y
“Being a Phoenix to me is really everything I wanted to be while here at Beech-
“Being a Phoenix impacted me because it changed how I think, act, and talk so
nut Academy. This is the first time in my life I felt like a real leader. I can show
I can say Beechnut Academy made me a better person.”
people that I am more than a “Trouble Maker”, but that I am dependable and
Paul Cuevas, 9th Grade
trustworthy.”
Former Student
Daniel Breashers, 11th grade
A C A D E M I C
S U P P O R T
ƒƒ Grad Lab | provides opportunities for credit recovery and restoration
ƒƒ Transition Coordinators | serve as liaisons and seek to ensure the continued success of our restored students
C O M M U N I T Y
P A R T N E R S
Camelot Education programs have developed a home within the Houston community. Our students have the
opportunity to participate in many initiatives and affect positive change in their neighborhoods. Beechnut
Academy has teamed up with the local community partners:
01
TEENS AND POLICE SERVICE ACADEMY (TAPS)
Research based program geared toward reducing the social
distance between at risk teens and law enforcement by
partnering students with law enforcement mentors
02
PHOENIX FIRE SCHOLARSHIP
Provides college scholarships for seniors and camp
scholarships for middle school students
03
CENTER FOR PEACE
Parenting Education Assessment Counseling Evaluation
04
PARTNERSHIP WITH HOUSTON A+ CHALLENGE
On-site skills coaching from literacy and numeracy experts
YTD 94 TAPS graduates from the Beechnut
Academy Program
15 students participated in the Fall 2015 class
S U P P O R T
S E R V I C E S
75% of students served in 2014-15 school year received student support through our partnering providers:
ƒƒ Mayor’s Anti-Gang Office
ƒƒ Counsel on Alcohol and Drug Abuse
ƒƒ SMART Counseling
ƒƒ Diamonds in the Rough
ƒƒ Bee Busy
ƒƒ Unlimited Visions
ƒƒ Young Ladies of Fortitude
ƒƒ Change Happens
ƒƒ Successful Dreams
ƒƒ Goodwill Institute
F A M I L Y
E N G A G E M E N T
O P P O R T U N I T I E S
ƒƒ Honor Roll/Perfect Attendance Ceremonies
ƒƒ Ribbon Cutting
ƒƒ Academic Reviews
ƒƒ TAPS Garden Festival
ƒƒ Truancy Boot Camps
ƒƒ TAPS Graduation
……
STAAR Reviews
……
Guest Speakers
ƒƒ Senior Ceremony
P A R E N T
T E S T I M O N Y
“I am so grateful that your academy is here, even if it is just for a short season. I know that my son and many young men and women that come through the doors of
your academy will ultimately be molded and shaped into successful business people we can all count on. Your school has really turned my son around. I just wanted to
say thank you.”
-Jacqueline E. Sampson, Beechnut Academy Parent
S E C O N D
C H A N C E S
Alumna Alexia Hunter says HISD’s partnership with Beechnut Academy gave her the
second chance she needed.
We make these restorative outcomes possible for students through
the collaborative efforts with Houston Independent School District,
a dedicated focus on academics and an unwavering determination
to provide our students a positive academic environment.
Proud Partner of Houston Independent School District
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7500 Rialto Blvd.
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Austin, Texas 78735
HOUSTON
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7055 Beechnut St.
Houston, TX 77074
(713) 394-3500
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