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				<title><![CDATA[Walker’s Winners Celebrate Old North Academy’s Goal Getters]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[More than 60 Old North Academy students were recognized.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 21:03:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Our Kids Read Donates Thousands of Books to Old North Academy]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Donation helps Old North students keep reading during winter break.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 15:12:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Old North Families Receive Support at Their Doorstep]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Old North teamed up with partner organizations to connect with the families of Old North Academy as they prepare for the first day of school by delivering back to school information and available community resource materials, right to their doorsteps.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2025 14:16:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Educators for Gun Safety Honored with What's Right With the Region Award]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The What’s Right with the Region Awards recognize individuals, organizations, and initiatives that are making a significant impact in the St. Louis area.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2025 16:33:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sneakers with Soul Supports Confluence Academies Students with New Shoes]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Sneakers with Soul has provided 60 pairs of new shoes to students in need—a number that will continue to grow.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 31 Oct 2024 16:13:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[GCAA Open House 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Don’t miss GCAA’s Open House on Thursday, November 6, 5–7 p.m.! Explore our theater, music, art & dance pathways and meet our amazing teachers. Register today and see how GCAA inspires students in grades 6–12!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 09:59:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[St. Louis Charter Schools Join Urban League In Slow Down Campaign]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The campaign’s goal is to make St. Louis neighborhoods safer by reducing traffic-related incidents.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 19:39:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Saturday: Citywide School Open House]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Come visit Confluence Academies during School Saturday, the first annual citywide open house hosted by Show Me MO Schools!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 12:01:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Connecting Body, Mind, and Spirit - The Little Bit Foundation]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Little Bit Foundation is a wonderful partner that assists in achieving Confluence Academies goal of supporting the whole child by providing a range of essential services, while maintaining their dignity and instilling a sense of hope.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 05 Jun 2024 10:24:54 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Teacher Recruitment And Retention: The Challenges And Opportunities]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[CEO Dr. Candice Carter-Oliver discusses the important topic of Teacher Recruitment and Retention with Great Day St. Louis.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2024 13:47:33 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[St. Louis Urban League Pushes For Safer Streets With Its 'Slow Down Campaign']]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confluence Academies is proud to partner with the Urban League in its efforts.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 18:44:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Focusing Forward – How STEAM Curriculum Is Offered To All At Confluence Academies]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confluence Academies have specialized classes to foster an interest and passion in STEAM areas of study.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2024 15:27:03 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Old North Students Featured In iKarateclub Segment On Fox 2's Studio STL]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Check out our amazing scholars, Aaden and Truth, and thank you to Master Ali for including them!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jan 2024 12:34:20 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Teacher Retention: Is It Simply Supply And Demand?]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1924416</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confluence Academies CEO, Dr. Candice Carter-Oliver, shares her expertise about the importance of a comprehensive strategy for recruiting and retaining teachers.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 May 2024 10:46:34 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Confluence Academies’ Leaders Chosen To Participate In Unique Professional Development Program]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Confluence RISE sessions focus on intrapersonal and interpersonal leadership]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2024 21:40:19 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Confluence Academies: The Collective Impact]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1862562</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Collaboration with community organizations is key to elevating student achievement and success]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jan 2024 14:20:30 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Scholars Celebrate International Day Of The Girl]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Sophia Project helped to bring awareness to our tweens and teens and the digital world in which they live.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2023 21:29:53 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Old North Academy Students Compete In "Chopped"-Style Cook Off]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1841156</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our middle school students competed against high school students in the competition.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2023 21:19:12 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Deborah Hoechst Receives CHADS Coalition For Mental Health's "Lighthouse Award"]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1841152</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Ms. Hoechst is a Guidance Counselor at Old North Academy.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2023 20:44:18 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[7 school districts in St. Louis area to move away from annual standardized tests]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1796493</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confluence Academies is among those making the change.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 16 Aug 2023 09:46:01 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Confluence Academies and Girls Inc. of St. Louis are teaming up – raise up strong girls!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1788448</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The mission is to inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Jul 2023 10:45:46 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Confluence Academies is a Great Place to Work]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1765924</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn more about what it's like to be part of our team.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Jul 2023 20:08:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Girls on Fire @ SUPERPOWERED]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1717096</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Robotics Competition]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 11:18:47 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[High tech and personal care foster student success at Old North Academy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1716585</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2023 15:11:02 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTO Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1725953</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Feb. 23, 2023 | 5 - 5:30 pm]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2023 11:29:06 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Slime-tastic Celebration]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1717094</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students Have a Blast at their first PBIS Party]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 11:15:07 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Blanket Drive]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1708416</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Until 2/3/23]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2023 15:40:27 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Esports has first team meetings at Old North]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1698010</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Team Artemis & Team Apollo]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2022 13:37:29 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School 1/25/23]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1713777</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All schools and offices will be closed and there will be no remote learning. Stay safe!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2023 17:40:52 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTO Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1708430</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[January 18]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2023 15:57:35 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Reminder: No School Monday]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1708409</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2023 15:36:17 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Enroll today for the 2023-2024 school year.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1697911</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2022 11:51:14 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[STEM Camp Info Session]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1704964</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Jan. 10 at 5:00 pm on Zoom]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2023 10:27:20 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Break]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1702360</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[School is closed from Dec. 22 - Jan. 2]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2022 14:23:55 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTO Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1696156</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[December 12, 5:00 - 6:30]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2022 08:47:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Girls Robotics Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1696168</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[December 10, 8 - 4]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2022 14:11:17 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Confluence Connect: Fall '22]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1683594</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2022 09:14:02 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A Letter from the CEO Regarding the Events of 10/24/22]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1677851</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2022 19:42:32 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Happy Thanksgiving!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1691053</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Reminder: No Classes from 11/23 - 11/25]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2022 11:06:18 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Grub with Grownups]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1678851</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nov. 16 & Nov. 17 from 7:30-8:15]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2022 11:37:18 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Red Ribbon & Bullying Prevention Week]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1674057</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[October 24 - 29]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2022 16:18:41 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall Festival]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1659884</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Oct. 19, 5 - 7 pm]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2022 13:32:38 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coat Giveaway Serves 1,000 Students]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1661113</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Stay tuned for future giveaway events!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2022 14:48:59 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Easy, Convenient Access to Healthcare for Students, Staff & Families]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1659928</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confluence Partners with Mercy-GoHealth Urgent Care]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2022 16:11:48 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTO Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1659883</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Sept. 21 5:30 - 6:30]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2022 15:23:49 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[First Day of School: August 22]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1643079</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome back!!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2022 10:48:13 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Do you teach in St. Louis City?]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1629575</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Local school leaders are interested in your experience!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jun 2022 09:04:32 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Confluence Academies Partners with Mercy-GoHealth Urgent Care]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1614244</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confluence Academies has partnered with Mercy-GoHealth Urgent Care to provide easy, convenient access to health care for students, staff, and families.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2022 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back to School Bash]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1636187</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[August 11, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm at Confluence Preparatory Academy]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2022 14:58:01 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Changes Coming for MO Charter School Funding]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1621285</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Both charter and traditional public school leaders are happy with MO legislature funding compromise (St. Louis Public Radio)]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2022 09:24:28 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Learning does not have to take a summer break!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1623904</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Explore Confluence Academies summer journey program.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2022 16:08:07 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Confluence Academies:  Summer Learning]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1611449</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[June 6 – July 1]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2022 13:26:55 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[St. Louis universities and schools are teaming up to study education issues]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1592459</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[St. Louis School Research-Practice Collaborative, has brought together researchers from Washington University, Harris-Stowe State University, Saint Louis University and the University of Missouri-St. Louis, with educators from St. Louis Public Schools, Confluence Academies and KIPP St. Louis.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 2022 11:58:26 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Gateway Go Transit Pass Program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1586604</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[CDA, SLATE, DHS, SLPS, Metro Transit, and Bi-State Development are joining forces with Mayor Tishaura O. Jones to distribute MetroLink and MetroBus passes to 3,000 youth ages 13-25. Continue reading to learn more!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Mar 2022 09:27:09 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Building A Legacy Together]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1593052</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confluence Academies is partnering with The Legacy Institute to provide additional programs for our youth.  We are empowering our youth to build legacies and their future!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 2022 12:24:21 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Missouri Baptist University hosts Junie B. Jones production]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1564476</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Missouri Baptist University is hosting an exciting event for our Confluence students in grades 2-4 to attend the Junie B. Jones production.  The Confluence schools that are participating are:  Aspire Academy Academy, Old North Academy, South City Academy.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2022 08:42:14 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Edition: Confluence Connect]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1562013</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each of our campuses has worked hard to bring in new experiences and opportunities for our students this year. Learn more about what we have in store for 2022!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2022 13:43:06 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Letter to Confluence Academies Families and Staff regarding change to Academic Calendar]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1544411</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We wanted to share two dates we have changed to our academic calendar for Spring 2022. We recognize many families have plans, so we want to get this information to you as early as possible. Specifically, we are changing Tuesday, February 22, 2022, and Monday, April 18, 2022, to self-care days for our students and staff. There will be no classes or students in session on these two days.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Dec 2021 10:11:41 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall Edition: Confluence Connect]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1511597</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This year we are back for in-person learning!  We have begun to settle back into our new routines and reunite with our teachers and classmates to rebuild the in-person relationships that we have missed so much. Continue to read about what our Confluence Academies' campuses have planned for this school year!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Oct 2021 10:46:40 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Partnership is key to success for the city’s largest charter school network]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1462885</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confluence Academies is dedicated to developing the whole child socially,
emotionally, and academically. Learn about how Confluence Academies is successful in our academics, student support services, and specialized programming.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Oct 2021 12:35:28 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[What Makes Old North Academy Unique?]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1474341</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A second grade teacher and parent shares experience their experience of what makes Old North Academy so unique and what it was like to learn and teach through the COVID-19 pandemic.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Oct 2021 12:35:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[After a year of remote learning, parents weigh giving kids a break or sending them to summer school]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1461502</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Remote learning has set many students back, and with federal money allowing for more summer school opportunities, parents and students from Confluence Academies weigh in on which they need more: classroom time or a break.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jun 2021 19:51:04 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Safe Return to School and Continuity of Services Plan 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1455685</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confluence Academies Safe Return to School and Continuity of Services Plan is a companion document to the City of St. Louis Public Schools Infectious Disease Control Administrative Guidelines and Procedures.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jun 2021 10:20:16 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Announcement for Head of School at Grand Center Arts Academy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1455314</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confluence Academies is pleased to announce our new Head of School at Grand Center Arts Academy.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jun 2021 11:20:50 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Affinia Healthcare Provides Immunization Services]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1455246</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The City of St. Louis Department of Health is encouraging families to start planning to ensure their child(ren) can receive their required immunizations before the fall semester begins. In partnership with Affinia Healthcare, you can now schedule an appointment  for immunization services. Please see flyer for more information!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jun 2021 10:18:26 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Letter to Families and Staff regarding update on health and safety procedures and protocols]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1443739</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The CEO of Confluence Academies, Dr. Carter-Oliver, updates families and staff on the health and safety procedures for the school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 May 2021 10:38:17 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Confluence Connect Spring Edition 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1431877</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This is our quarterly school newsletter at Confluence Academies. Read about all the great things that are happening at our schools!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Apr 2021 08:21:45 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Information Regarding Summer School 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1414188</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn more information about our Summer School sessions at Confluence Academies.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Apr 2021 16:07:41 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CONFLUENCE ANNOUNCES MAJOR CHANGES AT ASPIRE AND OLD NORTH CAMPUSES]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1396854</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confluence Academies announced a reorganization involving Aspire Academy and Old North Academy. Beginning with the Fall 2021 Semester, Aspire students in grades 3 to 8 will attend school at Old North. Aspire will concentrate on grades pre-K to 2, with an emphasis on early learning.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Mar 2021 16:17:10 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Letter to Families Regarding Annual Spring 2021 State Testing]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confluence Academies shares their plans for required yearly testing for our students in grades 3-8 and high school.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Mar 2021 16:16:52 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Read Our Newest Edition of the Confluence Connect!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Confluence Connect is a quarterly school newsletter put together by Confluence Academies. We are excited to share stories from all our schools and give you a peek into what makes each school so unique.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Mar 2021 16:17:25 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Confluence Academies: Health and Safety First]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confluence Academies speaks on ensuring health and safety standards at all our schools and the success of virtual and in-person learning.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Dec 2020 10:14:34 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Returning to In-Person Learning for Grades 6-12]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1314076</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confluence Academies shares plans to our families about bringing students in grades 6-12 back to in-person learning on January 19 (third quarter).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Dec 2020 10:14:48 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Our 2019-2020 Teachers of the Year]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are honored to announce our Teachers of the Year! Take a moment and learn more about some of our amazing teachers by watching our videos.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Dec 2020 10:15:08 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Juneteenth: In Hopes of Better Days Ahead]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1248760</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Part of our mission at Confluence Academies is providing our students opportunities to discuss their thoughts and feelings about important issues, whether they be civic, social or scientific.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2020 13:12:28 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Confluence Academies: COVID-19 Updates]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1186091</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All schools in the City of St. Louis, including Confluence Academies, will be officially closing all campuses through the end of this school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2020 18:34:32 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Launch of 'The Believe Project ']]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1089932</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our new literacy library at Old North was made possible through the partnership and sponsor of the St. Louis Black Authors.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2020 10:52:19 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Resolución de la junta directiva de Confluence Academies Reconociendo y Afirmando Nuestro Compromiso a la Educación Hispana.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1078051</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Resolution by the Board of Directors of Confluence Academies Recognizing and Affirming Our Commitment to Hispanic Education]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Aug 2019 08:37:35 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome Back Students!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 2019-20 school season has begun. Dr. Candice Carter-Oliver, CEO of Confluence Academies, shares her hopes, successes, and plans for the school year ahead.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Aug 2019 17:48:06 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Old North Teacher of the Year: Shamika Williams]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/999675</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Feb 2019 09:25:28 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Updated policy on school closings due to inclement weather.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/948951</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In case of bad weather consult these guidelines.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2018 09:38:13 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School will be closed today, Thursday, February 28th due to inclement weather.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/1003150</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Confluence Schools will be closed today due to the icy road conditions and inclement weather.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2019 05:48:54 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Robotics Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/874587</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Feb 2019 10:06:43 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Achieving Their Goals Was Rewarded with KID GOALSS]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/870220</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2018 15:05:57 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Closed Thursday November 15th.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/951933</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Due to inclement winter weather, school will be closed today. Please be careful on the roads and remember to check in with friends, family and neighbors who may need assistance.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Nov 2018 07:49:40 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Old North Celebrates Mother's Day Early]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/868508</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2018 20:39:48 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[When You Bring A Dog to School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/867213</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2018 14:51:28 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Free Summer Meals for the Community]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/864104</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 May 2018 11:20:52 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Highlights from Our Professional Development Day Celebrating Teachers]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/863764</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 May 2018 09:47:39 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Old North's Mrs. Ellis Featured in the St. Louis American]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/853939</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Apr 2018 14:08:55 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Outstanding Nominees of Performance Awards]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/851237</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Apr 2018 17:30:29 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CEO to Speak at Color of Policing Symposium]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/850224</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dr. Carter-Oliver will attend and present at this year's symposium focusing on youth, education, and activism.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Apr 2018 16:20:08 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Reminder: Parent Teacher Conferences and No School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/843808</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Mar 2018 09:30:18 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Community Reads Books to Students to Close Out Black History Month]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/836485</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Mar 2018 11:59:19 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Missouri DESE Survey Extended]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/830896</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This message is only for parents that received a survey in the mail.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 28 Feb 2018 09:07:18 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The CPA Titans Basketball Team Is Heading to Districts]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/827989</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[After a successful regular season, the men's team is excited to start districts.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Feb 2018 11:29:57 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Don't forget! Monday is President's Day, so we have no school.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/825964</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Feb 2018 10:21:06 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Reminder: Confluence Closed Tomorrow for Professional Development]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/825722</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Feb 2018 16:40:45 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Confluence Is Awarded Grant to Educate Equally]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/823297</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2018 11:14:16 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Wonderland]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/814147</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jan 2018 11:26:29 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall Festival Success]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/787896</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Dec 2017 08:07:11 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kids Rewarded with Just Desserts]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/784927</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2017 09:10:20 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2017 Confluence Charter Schools Annual Performance Report]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/784836</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2017 08:29:09 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Reminder: No School Tomorrow]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/782432</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In observance of Veteran's Day, there will be no school on November 10, 2017.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Nov 2017 15:32:53 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[URGENT: Board of Directors' Meeting Is Back on as Scheduled]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/774402</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Oct 2017 13:26:01 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Reminder: Parent Teacher Conferences and No School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/773404</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This Thursday and Friday there will be Parent Teacher Conferences. There will be no school Friday.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Oct 2017 13:58:47 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No school, Monday, October 9, 2017]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/762937</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Monday, October 9, 2017 is a professional development day for staff at all Confluence Charter Schools; therefore there is no school for students. All Confluence Charter Schools will be back in session Tuesday, October 10.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Oct 2017 08:36:52 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[UPDATE: Memo to Staff - 2017 End of Course Results]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/762252</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Missouri Department of Education (DESE) has created a resolution for measuring last year's test results.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Oct 2017 11:25:51 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Update from Dr. Candice Carter-Oliver, CEO]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/756580</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confluence Schools and the Stockley Verdict, 2:30 p.m., September 22]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Sep 2017 14:30:44 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No school, Monday, September 11, 2017]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/748757</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Monday, September 11, 2017 is a professional development day for staff at all Confluence Charter Schools; therefore, there is no school for students. All Confluence schools will be back in session on Tuesday, September 12.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Sep 2017 10:57:56 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[It's Eclipse Day! Monday, August 21, 2017]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/738933</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Aug 2017 08:41:20 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[We’re ready! The Great American Total Solar Eclipse is August 21]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/737309</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 16 Aug 2017 14:59:30 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A Note to Confluence Charter Schools: State results for 2017 MAP, Aug. 16, 2017]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/737219</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 16 Aug 2017 12:49:19 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[10 Tips for Back-to-School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/735150</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Aug 2017 16:00:25 -0500</pubDate>
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				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/752549</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 15 Sep 2017 11:02:23 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In the spirit of generosity, back-to-school style]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/735579</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[GCAA junior contributes school supplies for classmates in need.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 11 Aug 2017 15:08:21 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Thank you! Five and 10-year staff recognized by Confluence Charter Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/734543</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Aug 2017 14:14:28 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A  Note from Dr. Carter-Oliver, CEO, July 31, 2017 - Welcome to 2017-2018!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/731295</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In a letter to staff, Dr. Carter-Oliver outlines expectations, focus for new school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 31 Jul 2017 12:23:01 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A conversation leads to 1,000 books for Confluence Academy-South City]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/725427</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Books in English and Spanish keep momentum of Leyendo con la familia.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jun 2017 09:11:58 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New leader chosen for Elite Academy for 2017-2018]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/725007</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Annette Chamberlain will lead the middle school program for grades 7-8.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jun 2017 11:44:07 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A Note to Confluence Charter Schools: LEA Merger Update, June 23, 2017]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/725108</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Merger discussions continue in effort to strengthen both Grand Center Arts Academy and Confluence Charter Schools.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jun 2017 18:45:57 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A Note from Dr. Carter-Oliver, CEO, June 15, 2017]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/723309</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The impact of teacher shortages in urban public education]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jun 2017 09:42:34 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Enrollment Fair! Confluence Academy-Old North, Sat., June 17, 2017]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/723492</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first day of school is Tuesday, August 15, 2017.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jun 2017 16:04:29 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ICYMI - School hours for 2017-2018 will change for Confluence Academy campuses]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/716750</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Adjustments mean more time for math and English for students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 08 Aug 2017 10:54:25 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[GCAA Class of 2017 is second in school history, graduation is May 21]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/714239</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The achievements of the senior class include $2 million in college scholarships.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 May 2017 14:31:12 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New school year, new leadership – Principals hired for 2017-2018]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/711595</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Aspire, Old North and GCAA will have new leadership next school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 May 2017 11:32:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CPA Class of 2017 is sixth in school history, graduation is May 15]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/711876</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Commencement ceremonies will be held at Harris-Stowe State University.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 May 2017 16:48:41 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[From the gym to the world stage, CPA freshman lifts his way to international competition]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/707745</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Antwan Kilbert competed at the Youth World Championships in Thailand in April.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 May 2017 11:20:11 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A Note to Confluence Parents, Staff - May 4, 2017]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/707925</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A brief update on the technology and network recovery efforts for Confluence.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 04 May 2017 13:40:11 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A Note to Confluence Parents, Staff - April 26, 2017]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/703866</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[An update on the progress to restore technology to Confluence schools.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Apr 2017 15:23:59 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A Note to Confluence Parents, Staff - April 24, 2017]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/702340</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[An update regarding technology concerns for Confluence Charter Schools.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Apr 2017 12:20:23 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Confluence Academy in the News, April 2017]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/699964</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Check out the positive local media coverage about our schools.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Apr 2017 11:31:41 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[GCAA student experiments + Enterprise in Space = BLAST OFF!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/696528</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A test rocket launch in New Mexico will carry experiments from GCAA.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Apr 2017 15:57:52 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Prepare your child for MAP, EOC success! 10 tips for parents]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/692749</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A quick guide for parents to help children do well on state assessments.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Mar 2017 14:18:39 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CPA Titans to donate $1,000 toward breast cancer awareness, advocacy in STL]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/684222</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Donations support mammograms, transportation to treatments and much more.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 10 Mar 2017 12:03:54 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Old North welcomes SLMPD for African American Read-In Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/679088</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read-in encourages literacy and acknowledges culture of African Americans.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2017 16:27:08 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Alive and Well STL story on Ch. 5 focuses on mindfulness at CA-South City]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/677907</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Teacher, counselor & students explain how mindfulness makes a difference.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2017 15:21:15 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[MCPSA statement on Confluence Academy charter renewal, Feb. 27, 2017]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/678402</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[State charter school association responds to concerns, questions.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2017 15:26:57 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A Note from Dr. Carter-Oliver: State board approves Confluence charter renewal, Feb. 21, 2017]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/675650</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Five-year renewal is focused on results, accountability for student achievement.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2017 13:48:44 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[We’re hiring teachers and leaders! Spend a Day with Confluence, March 15]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/673406</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2017 12:11:19 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A Letter to the Confluence Charter School Community - Charter Renewal, Feb. 6, 2017]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/668589</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confluence leaders, sponsors to meet with the state board on Feb. 21, 2017.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2017 08:56:49 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Confluence students accepted to UMSL Bridge Program Saturday Academy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/665854</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[College prep includes math, science, writing skills and more.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 10:59:42 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Inspired by space, GCAA teacher earns Challenger Learning Center award]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/663847</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Inspiring Teacher Awards are presented in honor of Challenger astronauts.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2017 12:00:34 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[#DroptheSuit Update - December 14, 2016]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/649128</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confluence, city of St. Louis file legal briefs in support of charter schools.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2016 10:39:07 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[STEM + Mirrors and windows + Summer PD = Impact on K-8 science]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/599562</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confluence teachers are learning to enhance outcomes in science education.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2016 10:59:50 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Art apprentice + local youth program + award = FLOTUS]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/644407</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A CPA junior traveled to D.C. to accept an award for a local art program, met First Lady Michelle Obama.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2016 14:58:49 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CPA senior honored as 2017 BGCSTL Youth of the Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/641788</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The award is the highest honor a Boys & Girls Club member can receive.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2016 12:06:07 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Chosen to lead: Dr. Candice Carter-Oliver, CEO, Confluence Charter Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/640441</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Carter-Oliver is "committed to ensuring all children achieve at high levels."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2016 09:04:04 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2016 APR scores increase accreditation status for Confluence Charter Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/634656</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Results are positive for all schools.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2016 16:33:14 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Safe Drinking Water Update, Nov. 4, 2016: Results show water fountains are lead-free]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/633896</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2016 14:25:19 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2016 MAP, EOC scores for Confluence Charter Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/629146</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2016 09:46:14 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A Note from CPA: College Summit Peer Forward Peer Leader Summer Workshop 2016]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/628144</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Four seniors accept challenge to lead classmates toward a college education.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2016 16:33:46 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A Note from Confluence Academy-Old North: Experiencing the National Blues Museum, October 19, 2016]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/625659</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2016 16:34:59 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CPA first-time registrants are ready to cast votes – “We get a say so.”]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/624989</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Election Day 2016 is four weeks away - Nov. 8, 2016.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2016 16:36:05 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Guiding the journey from high school to college – 2016 SEMO Counselor of the Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/616945</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[GCAA counselor to be honored at annual St. Louis American education gala.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2016 16:36:39 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[MARK YOUR CALENDAR: Planned early dismissals for 2016-2017]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/606492</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Six early dismissal days are planned for the school year, starting Sept. 14.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2016 15:04:04 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Confluence awards $75,000 to enhance learning experiences]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/605084</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Grants to teachers, staff will fund opportunities for students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2016 16:37:28 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A note to Confluence families: Safe drinking water, Aug. 22, 2016]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/599485</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2016 15:44:33 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Prop C settlement means repayment to Confluence Charter Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/595793</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confluence is the third charter school to receive past due payments from state sales tax dollars.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2016 14:44:40 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[From the Board of Directors: LEA merger statement, July 28, 2016]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/592598</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A brief update on the possibility of combining local education agencies - Confluence and GCAA.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2016 15:25:08 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[#DropTheSuit Update – Judge says charter school parents can't join suit, July 21, 2016]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/591167</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Charter school association says "this is by no means an end."]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2016 11:34:02 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Q-and-A: Charter schools and transfer students, 2016-2017]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/588735</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Senate Bill 638 allows students from unaccredited districts to transfer to charter schools.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2016 16:54:19 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Confluence in the News - Living St. Louis, June 27, 2016]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/587800</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Local TV show features first graduates from Grand Center Arts Academy.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2016 12:54:54 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board approves new director of human resources]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/586439</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Board hires an internal candidate to fulfill duties of HR director.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2016 14:13:39 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Confluence in the News - #30DaysofGrad gives notice to CPA, GCAA]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/586305</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[National Alliance for Public Charter Schools' blog includes 2016 Confluence graduates.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2016 09:25:01 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2016-2017 officers elected for Confluence Board of Directors]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/586090</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Roles will take effect on July 1, 2016.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2016 10:34:13 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[#DropTheSuit – Confluence family joins MCPSA motion to intervene]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/583181</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Ross family is giving a voice to charter school parents.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jun 2016 16:33:11 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Makerspace in the News: "It Takes a Village to Build a Robot"]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/582982</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Grand Center Arts Academy's makerspace is featured in a story published by Teach for America.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jun 2016 10:05:03 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[#DropTheSuit – Show your support for charter schools at SLPS board meeting, May 19, 2016]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/578045</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 May 2016 13:19:08 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Class of 2016: Celebrating firsts and history at Confluence Charter Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/575271</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Seniors from two high schools in the Confluence network will graduate in late May.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 11 May 2016 10:23:16 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A Note from Old North: Men of Influence at HSSU Male Empowerment Summit]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/572833</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2016 14:50:36 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[#DropTheSuit - MCPSA Informational Meeting, April 28, 2016]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/569764</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents invited to learn more about the SLPS lawsuit, impact on public charter schools.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 26 Apr 2016 17:04:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A Note to our Confluence Charter Schools Community, April 21, 2016]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/568032</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[An explanation of the SLPS lawsuit and its potential impact on charter schools.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Apr 2016 10:26:23 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[10 Tips for Parents - Helping your child do well on MAP tests]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/561746</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Missouri Assessment Program tests begin next week for many Confluence students.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Apr 2016 13:55:44 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Last day of school is May 27, 2016]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/561525</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Revisions made to academic calendar for May and June 2016.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Apr 2016 09:23:36 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meet Patricia Henry, Old North teacher and local Science Teacher of the Year honoree]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/561302</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Academy of Science of St. Louis will honor Henry among 2016 award recipients.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Apr 2016 14:32:12 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Confluence in the News - March 11, 2016]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/554076</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Take a look at the positive stories in local media about our students and schools.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 11 Mar 2016 08:54:07 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Choice Week essay contest has winners from Confluence Academy-Old North]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/540437</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Two seventh graders earn recognition for their essays on school choice.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2016 14:28:04 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Confluence Prep ACT 21 Plus Club – Membership requires effort, commitment]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/539046</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Scoring at the state average on the ACT is a notable accomplishment for a young high school.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2016 09:37:08 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board of Directors selects interim CEO, role begins Feb.1, 2016]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/537283</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Retired SSD superintendent to serve in interim role for charter school network.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2016 11:47:04 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A new sound in music: Guitars at Confluence Academy-Old North]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/531674</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[New guitars provided by community partners means new experiences for students.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2016 11:03:38 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent, staff volunteers needed for Confluence Strategic Plan Action Teams]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/530704</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Action teams will develop plans for specific areas to guide future of all Confluence schools.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2016 12:03:54 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board of Directors announces leadership reorganization]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/528327</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Changes in the management structure of the Resource Office announced to staff, parents.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2016 11:29:16 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[10 Things to Do, Winter Break Style]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/527427</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Ideas and tips for parents and students to stay focused during winter break.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Dec 2015 12:02:39 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Commitment, generosity brighten holidays for Confluence students and families]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/525923</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A gift from a vendor means gifts and more for students and families in need.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2015 11:28:20 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Old North Family Night at The Magic House, Dec. 9]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/522090</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[RSVP required; space is limited.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 06 Dec 2015 16:11:42 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A Note from Confluence Academy-Old North: Girls on the Run 5K]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/517399</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[After 10 weeks of training, everyone was prepared for race day.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2015 14:00:34 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Strategic Planning - Parent Survey, Nov. 2015]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/514577</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents are encouraged to share their voice in planning for the future of Confluence Charter Schools; survey closes Nov. 17.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2015 14:57:38 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2015 Annual Performance Report released by DESE]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/508570</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[APR results show positive growth for charter schools.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2015 15:23:37 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[“This looks like a good book to read.”]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/503391</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Grant money from RIF, Macy's means students can choose books of their own.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2015 15:07:49 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Q-and-A: Get to know Aspire Academy and Elite Academy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/503171</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Aspire and Elite academies are familiar and new to Confluence Charter Schools.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2015 09:29:51 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2015 MAP, EOC scores for Confluence Charter Schools, Grand Center Arts Academy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/486516</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Changes to Missouri Learning Standards mean changes for annual exams.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2015 09:58:04 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DESE releases state results for 2015 Missouri Assessment Program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/483624</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[New standards in English language arts, math mean higher expectations for learning.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2015 09:09:09 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Congratulations! Confluence recognizes five and 10-year staff]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/483186</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Twice a year, employees are recognized for years of service.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2015 16:27:59 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Officers announced for Confluence Board of Directors, 2015-2016]]></title>
				<link>http://www.confluenceacademy.org/apps/news/article/478532</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Leadership roles include chair, vice chair, secretary and treasurer.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2015 09:52:28 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board approves calendar revisions for 2015-2016]]></title>
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