MAS Charter School Blog
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Here, you’ll find news, announcements, recommendations, spotlights on our students and staff, and insights from trusted sources in the world of charter school education. We’ll also share success stories, event highlights, college and career tips, updates about programs we're pioneering like Choose Love and HeartMath, and resources to help families stay engaged and informed. Our blog is one more way we connect with our community — celebrating achievement, sharing our journey, and empowering every student to thrive!
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![Meet The Team — Ms. Pearl Lauron, 3rd-Grade Test Prep Small-Group Teacher]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749780657/missionachievementandsuccesscom/mwozes8li285xasxwlev/MAS_Pearl_Lauron_IG.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749780657/missionachievementandsuccesscom/mwozes8li285xasxwlev/MAS_Pearl_Lauron_IG.jpg","width":486}])
- Meet The Team
Mikal Belicove
This week we’re shining the MAS spotlight on an educator who is finishing her master’s degree in special education, loves to travel, and believes in...
![Educator Spotlight — Ms. Maria Cristy Melgar, 3rd Grade Test Prep Teacher]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749167182/missionachievementandsuccesscom/xdxtsylnxicpubyeuhox/MAS_Maria_Cristy_Melgar_IG.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749167182/missionachievementandsuccesscom/xdxtsylnxicpubyeuhox/MAS_Maria_Cristy_Melgar_IG.jpg","width":432}])
- Meet The Team
Mikal Belicove
Our latest educator spotlight marks the beginning of a special series honoring MAS educators whose time with us is coming to a close as their J-1 visas expire, requiring them to return to their home countries.
![Meet The Student — Shastya Garland (Class Of 2032)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1748914467/missionachievementandsuccesscom/qpquvoaybvgu1th0dlik/MAS_Shastya_Garland_IG.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1748914467/missionachievementandsuccesscom/qpquvoaybvgu1th0dlik/MAS_Shastya_Garland_IG.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1748914467/missionachievementandsuccesscom/qpquvoaybvgu1th0dlik/MAS_Shastya_Garland_IG.jpg","width":540}])
- MAS Students
Mikal Belicove
Since enrolling in the fall of 2024, this student has shown an inspiring commitment to learning. Her love for math and science, combined with her curiosity and...
![From PreK to Policy: Antonia Weller’s Master’s Studies and Degree Bridge the Gap Between Early Childhood and Career Readiness]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1748397821/missionachievementandsuccesscom/wssiicp3dfpn4crk8kmu/MAS_Congratulates_Antonia_Weller_IG.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1748397821/missionachievementandsuccesscom/wssiicp3dfpn4crk8kmu/MAS_Congratulates_Antonia_Weller_IG.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1748397821/missionachievementandsuccesscom/wssiicp3dfpn4crk8kmu/MAS_Congratulates_Antonia_Weller_IG.jpg","width":702}])
- Meet The Team
MAS Editor
MAS teacher Antonia Weller earns a master’s degree focused on early childhood resilience and career readiness, reflecting her commitment to educating and empowering students at every stage of their journey.
![Meet The Yale Campus Students of The Month For April 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747942581/missionachievementandsuccesscom/znudjwklxgxuwkpitxuk/MAS_Yale_SOTM_April_2025_Grid.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747942581/missionachievementandsuccesscom/znudjwklxgxuwkpitxuk/MAS_Yale_SOTM_April_2025_Grid.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747942581/missionachievementandsuccesscom/znudjwklxgxuwkpitxuk/MAS_Yale_SOTM_April_2025_Grid.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747942581/missionachievementandsuccesscom/znudjwklxgxuwkpitxuk/MAS_Yale_SOTM_April_2025_Grid.jpg","width":1200}])
- MAS Students
- Students of The Month
Mikal Belicove
Last month, we were honored to shine a spotlight on a remarkable group of students from our Yale campus, each of whom exemplifies our school’s fundamentals and one or more of the Choose Love pillars.
![Yale Campus Students of The Week for May 19-23, 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747864826/missionachievementandsuccesscom/r9amlhbnhelriih0ffx8/MAS_Yaale_SOTW_May_19-23_2025_Grid.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747864826/missionachievementandsuccesscom/r9amlhbnhelriih0ffx8/MAS_Yaale_SOTW_May_19-23_2025_Grid.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747864826/missionachievementandsuccesscom/r9amlhbnhelriih0ffx8/MAS_Yaale_SOTW_May_19-23_2025_Grid.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747864826/missionachievementandsuccesscom/r9amlhbnhelriih0ffx8/MAS_Yaale_SOTW_May_19-23_2025_Grid.jpg","width":1200}])
- MAS Students
- Students of The Week
MAS Editor
This week, we’re shining the spotlight on another group of exceptional students from our Yale campus who have truly distinguished themselves.
![MAS Leader’s Doctorate Sheds Light on the Role of Middle Managers in Schools]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747703081/missionachievementandsuccesscom/bzrzvehgbvulmanpu9qf/MAS_Congratulates_Janice_Julal_IG.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747703081/missionachievementandsuccesscom/bzrzvehgbvulmanpu9qf/MAS_Congratulates_Janice_Julal_IG.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747703081/missionachievementandsuccesscom/bzrzvehgbvulmanpu9qf/MAS_Congratulates_Janice_Julal_IG.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747703081/missionachievementandsuccesscom/bzrzvehgbvulmanpu9qf/MAS_Congratulates_Janice_Julal_IG.jpg","width":810}])
- Meet The Team
MAS Editor
This spring, Dr. Janice Julal completed her Ed.D. in Educational Leadership through a joint program between Church Teachers’ College in her island country and Temple University in Philadelphia.
![Dominic Abeita in fifth grade]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747442075/missionachievementandsuccesscom/bdgtmmpdkxg91p6fdyjj/MAS_Dominic_Abeita_IG.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747442075/missionachievementandsuccesscom/bdgtmmpdkxg91p6fdyjj/MAS_Dominic_Abeita_IG.jpg","width":486}])
- MAS Students
Mikal Belicove
From repairing laptops and gaming systems to building virtual machines and designing 3D models, this MAS 5th grader is currently working on a virtual design for a new car seat.
![David_Trujillo MAS Charter School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747351453/missionachievementandsuccesscom/kxgci8l9r2f4ahyrcx7w/MAS_David_Trujillo_IG.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747351453/missionachievementandsuccesscom/kxgci8l9r2f4ahyrcx7w/MAS_David_Trujillo_IG.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747351453/missionachievementandsuccesscom/kxgci8l9r2f4ahyrcx7w/MAS_David_Trujillo_IG.jpg","width":540}])
- Meet The Team
MAS Editor
Whether he’s keeping the Old Coors campus in top shape or coaching on the basketball court, this team member brings dedication, heart, and...
![Meet MAS Old Coors Students of The Month For April 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747266236/missionachievementandsuccesscom/liomacjcxmg2iowk6xgz/MAS_OC_Nine-Up_SOTM_April_2025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747266236/missionachievementandsuccesscom/liomacjcxmg2iowk6xgz/MAS_OC_Nine-Up_SOTM_April_2025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747266236/missionachievementandsuccesscom/liomacjcxmg2iowk6xgz/MAS_OC_Nine-Up_SOTM_April_2025.jpg","width":600}])
- MAS Students
- Students of The Month
Mikal Belicove
Recently, our Old Coors campus recognized its Students of the Month for April 2025 for embodying the values of the Choose Love Movement and our school’s fundamentals.
![Yale Campus Students of The Week - May 12-16, 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747179986/missionachievementandsuccesscom/wrdlyeu2qrtvkbebpvmc/MAS_SOTW_Yale_May12-16_2025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747179986/missionachievementandsuccesscom/wrdlyeu2qrtvkbebpvmc/MAS_SOTW_Yale_May12-16_2025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747179986/missionachievementandsuccesscom/wrdlyeu2qrtvkbebpvmc/MAS_SOTW_Yale_May12-16_2025.jpg","width":600}])
- Students of The Week
MAS Editor
Today, we’re proud to spotlight 11 exceptional students from our Yale campus who exemplify the values and fundamentals that define MAS Charter School.
![MAS Student Athlete Excels On and Off the Mat]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747105564/missionachievementandsuccesscom/dngfbmizdz3p8ey984mh/MAS_Robert_Aragon_IG.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747105564/missionachievementandsuccesscom/dngfbmizdz3p8ey984mh/MAS_Robert_Aragon_IG.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747105564/missionachievementandsuccesscom/dngfbmizdz3p8ey984mh/MAS_Robert_Aragon_IG.jpg","width":540}])
- MAS Students
MAS Editor
Meet one of our rising stars from the Class of 2029 — a student-athlete whose determination, discipline, and heart have already led to impressive accomplishments on and off the mat.
![Generation Justice seeks summer 2025 interns]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747075262/missionachievementandsuccesscom/tunted2oa5ztspqglnhl/Generation-Justice.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747075262/missionachievementandsuccesscom/tunted2oa5ztspqglnhl/Generation-Justice.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747075262/missionachievementandsuccesscom/tunted2oa5ztspqglnhl/Generation-Justice.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747075262/missionachievementandsuccesscom/tunted2oa5ztspqglnhl/Generation-Justice.jpg","width":960}])
- MAS Recommends
MAS Editor
Calling MAS Scholars and Alumni Ages 16-25... are you ready to raise your voice, stand for justice, and build real-world media skills this summer?
![Mr. Zach_Houchens]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746754522/missionachievementandsuccesscom/ntfudapnjl011ficbzgl/MAS_Zach_Houchens_IG-1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746754522/missionachievementandsuccesscom/ntfudapnjl011ficbzgl/MAS_Zach_Houchens_IG-1.jpg","width":432}])
- Meet The Team
Mikal Belicove
Mr. Houchens, a first-generation college graduate, slow-pitch softball player, and proud member of our school community, in his own words...
![Meet The Yale Campus Students of the Week for May 5-9, 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746739296/missionachievementandsuccesscom/cyb8yzksvlhayfgktgsh/MAS_Yale_SOTW_Grid_May5-9_2025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746739296/missionachievementandsuccesscom/cyb8yzksvlhayfgktgsh/MAS_Yale_SOTW_Grid_May5-9_2025.jpg","width":480}])
- Students of The Week
Mikal Belicove
From courage and compassion to integrity, accountability, and a relentless drive for growth, these students lead by example in their classrooms and among their peers.