Student of the Month

As we live out our Core Values, it’s important that we Behave With Care. One way we do this is by recognizing and celebrating our students during Friday assemblies. A certificate may seem like a small gesture, but being recognized for demonstrating one of our Moral Focus virtues can have a lasting impact on a student. It lets them know that their efforts matter and that the adults in our building notice the good they do.

I want to make sure we are creating opportunities for as many students as possible to experience that feeling of being recognized and celebrated. We never know how much a simple acknowledgment might mean to a student, and every child deserves the opportunity to feel seen, valued, and appreciated for the positive contributions they make to our school community.

To help us do this, please consistently update this form each month. This allows our specials teachers to check which students have already been recognized by their homeroom teachers and select students who have not yet received a certificate.

Achievement Boards Due Date

 

It’s time to refresh your bulletin boards! All Achievement Boards must be updated by November 16.

I recognize the time and effort that goes into creating Achievement Boards and I appreciate the thought you put into showcasing your students’ work. The purpose of these boards is to highlight current student learning and growth rather than serve as permanent displays. As students progress through standards and learning objectives, their work should reflect that growth.

Please take a few minutes to review your board and make any necessary updates to ensure it reflects what students are learning now. The goal is to create a culture that celebrates student progress and makes learning visible to all who enter our building.

Make sure to include the following when posting your Achievement Board:

     ·      Title

     ·      Objective written as an I Can Statement

     ·      Standard (Common Core, NGSS, etc.)

     ·      Student work

     ·      Specific feedback for each student. Please write more than “Good job!”

Please note: if the student work has a score on it, take off the student's name before displaying it. If the student’s work does not have a score on it, it is acceptable to post the student's name.

P/T Conference Reminder

 

As a reminder, all parent-teacher conferences communication must be sent this Tuesday at 8 AM. It’s imperative that you schedule it to avoid not sending this on time. Please click here for directions.

ABCDE Goal-Behavior

We set a goal of entering one positive behavior per student every trimester. With only two weeks left in the trimester, I hope that you have majority entered.

This ongoing recognition not only reinforces positive behaviors, but also helps build trust and partnership with families, showing them that we notice and value their children’s efforts every day.

This goal can only have an impact if the positive behaviors are genuine and timely. Entering them all at the last minute takes away from the authenticity and meaning behind the recognition. If you haven’t started yet, I strongly encourage you to begin on Monday.

Affirmations

 

Robyn for helping me prepare for a meeting by revising letters and gathering signatures to ensure everything was ready.

Joelle, Taylor, Heidi, Jennifer H, Taliyah, Jennifer R, Jessica S, Stephanie, Stacey Ramirez, Emma, Kim J, Jennifer D, Laurie, Tameka, Stacey Reed, Sally, and Robyn M for stepping up and taking on additional responsibilities to help make our Sunrise Social a success. Thank you for not hesitating to answer the call.

Stacey Ramirez and Stefanie for arriving extra early to ensure everything was set up and ready for our Sunrise Social. Without you, this event would not have been a success.

Stephanie for cleaning the lounge in preparation for a meeting. Thank you for consistently taking the initiative to keep the space welcoming and meeting-ready, even though it falls outside your responsibilities.

Stacey, Robyn, Steve, Tracy, Hanna, Kim J, Taliyah, and Emily for giving up your personal time to attend a difficult parent meeting and coming prepared with evidence to support our decision.

Stacey Ramirez for preparing the forms that allowed our families to pass and share the sunshine. I appreciate you printing and cutting them so our families could participate and spread kindness.

Ja’Rayl for all the work that you do as our Athletic Director to ensure we are treated fairly regarding all things including financial responsibility.

Heidi and Kim B. for capturing special moments (Sunrise Social and Lunch with the Principal) this week and helping me share the wonderful things happening at Keystone with our families! Your efforts help our families feel connected to our school community.

Jessica S for offering another month of Crochet Club. Thank you for spending your personal time sharing your passion with our students.

Andria and Cindy for volunteering your time both mornings to help set up for Sunrise Social. Your willingness to jump in and help made a difference in creating a welcoming experience for our families!

Jen R. and Aimee for the organization, communication, and planning that went into making Anti-Bullying Month a success. Your efforts helped bring meaningful activities to our students and made the month engaging and impactful.

Ja’Rayl for working hard with our boys’ basketball team and offering multiple open gym sessions to develop their skills even before the season starts.

This Week

 

Tuesday, November 3:

     ·      Picture Retake Day

     ·      SLT Meeting

     ·      P/T Conference Sign Up Sent @ 8 AM

Wednesday, November 4:

     ·      Perfect Attendance

Thursday, November 5:

     ·      Purple Club

     ·      Staff vs. Student Volleyball Game 4:30 PM

Important Dates

 


November 10: Tri 1 New Student Lunch

November 10: Staff Meeting

November 10: Staff Meeting Snacks-Specials  

November 11: Veterans Day Assembly 8:30 AM

November 12: Trimester 1 School Store

November 12: Morning Assembly Presentation Due (American Indian Heritage Month-Who and How)-Jeng

November 13: No School-Regional PD

November 13: End of Trimester 1

November 16: Payday Breakfast-6th Grade

November 16: Trimester1 School Store Rewards

November 16: Change Bulletin Boards

November 17: PLC (Team) Meeting

November 17: All Grades Entered

November 19: Report Cards Go Home

November 20: Appropriate Top w/Jeans $1 and Hat $1

November 20: Social Media Post Due to Jorvonna-2nd Grade

November 23: Parent-Teacher Conferences (in-person)4-8 PM

November 23: Steve’s Birthday

November 23: Morning Assembly Presentation Due (Thanksgiving)Bernstein

November 23: Morning Assembly Presentation Due (National Human Rights Month)-M. Higgins

November 24: ½ Day of School

November 24: Parent-Teacher Conferences (in-person)12-4 PM

November 25-27: Thanksgiving Break

November 30-December 4: Canned Food Drive

*If you have an event to add or something has been forgotten, please let me know!