School Policy-Birthday Celebrations

 

We have noticed an increase in students bringing pizza and other food items in recognition of their birthdays. Basically, they are having a full birthday party at school. This does not align with our school policy regarding birthday celebrations (see below).

When families reach out to you inquiring about birthdays, please make sure you are informing them that all birthday celebrations must occur during the last 15 minutes of the day—not during lunch or instructional time. That short period of time only allows for something simple that can be passed out and consumed quickly. It’s important that we uphold our school policies consistently to avoid miscommunications and conflicts amongst siblings. 

Staff Meetings

 

Starting at 3:45, please go to the staff lounge to sign in, pick up documents, and grab some snacks. Our staff meeting will begin promptly at 4:00 pm in the technology room.

Please click here for the agenda.

Affirmations

Sandy for my unexpected gift. It means a lot that you thought of me.

Robyn for spending hours with me preparing for our hearing.

Stacey Ramirez for all the prep work that you did in advance to ensure we had a successful count day.

Stephanie for going above and beyond to make sure our board was appreciated.

Robyn, Mark, Amanda, and Diane for attending the middle school dance. Thank you for not only attended, but participating and dancing with the students too!  

Jen D for all your work with WIDA. Thank you for everything that you have done to properly prepare our students.

Amanda and Ellen for responding to the blog, even without an incentive. I loved reading your positive affirmations. 

Diane and Amanda for another successful school fundraiser. I cannot convey my appreciation enough for everything you do that allows staff and students to exemplify our moral focus virtues.

Nikki for your words of affirmation that continue to be a highlight of my day.

Steve and Cindy for staying late and provide valuable feedback regarding a difficult decision.

Lynne and Emily for taking the time to provide your feedback in your absence.

Robyn and Stacey Reed for the all the behind scene work that you have and continue to do to support a student and schoolwide decisions.  

Rachel B, Stacey Reed and Stacey Ramirez for my Valentine’s Day treats. Thanks for making me feel loved. 

This Week

 

Monday, February 17:

    ·      No School-Presidents’ Day

Tuesday, February 18:

    ·      Staff Meeting

    ·      Staff Meeting Snacks-7^th Grade

Thursday, February 20:

    ·      National Comfy Day for Staff

    ·      Morning Assembly Presentation Due (Women’s History Month-what and why?)-Laurinec

Friday, February 21:

    ·      Payday Breakfast-1^st Grade

    ·      Wellness Day

    ·      PTO Family Fun Night-Middle School Skating 3:30-6:30 PM

·      Change Bulletin Boards

Important Dates

 

February 24: Stefanie’s Birthday

February 24: Reading Month Spirit Day

February 24-28: Principal & Deans Appreciation Week

February 25: Lisa’s Birthday

February 25: PLC Meetings

February 26: 3^rd-4^th Grade Spelling Bee

February 26: All Grades Entered

February 27 Family Learning Night-Board Game Bonanza

February 28: Social Media Post Due to Jorvonna-5^th Grade  

February 28: Jessica S’s Birthday

February 28: Spirit Day

February 28: End of Tri 2- Report Cards Printed

February 28: Tri 2 School Store

February 28: PTO Family Fun Night: K-5 Skating 3:30-6:30 PM

 

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

FLO #2

 

Full Lesson Observations (FLO) begin February 17. These 30-45 minute observations are unannounced. Ratings for all four competencies (Classroom Culture, Planning, Teaching, and Assessing) will be input into your Interactive Framework.

Each dean will send out a sign-up by Monday, November 10. Please review our expectations for each indicator by clicking HERE and contact us prior to your observation if you have questions.

Staff Fun Prizes

 

The leadership team is preparing for some more staff fun. For one of our upcoming activities, there will be various prizes awarded. Some of the prizes will be classroom supplies and general items. Each prize should not exceed $10, since there will be several prizes awarded. Please complete this short survey identifying some classroom supplies and general items that you would like to win.

ABCDE Goal-Attendance

 

Congratulations to Mrs. Kaminski’s class for spelling the word, PRESENT!

Affirmations

Amanda, Stacey Reed, Jen D, and Nikki for sending the most High Fives in January from your team.

Robyn for providing a successful NAEP experience for our students.

Stacey Ramirez for always providing me with valuable enrollment data so I can make decisions that are best for our school.

Stephanie for determining a great appreciation gift for our board.

Sandy for rescuing the leadership team AGAIN by being available to sub in various classrooms. You have no idea how much stress you have taken off our plates. You are appreciated.

Rachel for creating a Teacher IEP input form. This makes compiling information so much easier.

Flo and Jen H for providing our staff with a fun evening outside of school. It was a night to remember. 

Robyn for constantly securing subs for 7^th grade ELA. I know this consumes A LOT of your time, but it’s obvious you put students first.

Jen H and Stacey Reed for conducting multiple re-entry meetings in the absence of another leadership member.

Lisa for the wonderful surprise that was waiting on my desk this morning. Thanks for thinking of me. It made my day. 

This Week

 

Monday, February 10:

     ·      Jessica W’s Birthday

Wednesday, February 12:

     ·      Count Day

     ·      Dress Down Day-FREE

Thursday, February 13:

     ·      Morning Assembly Presentation Due (Black History Month-who and how?)-Buckles

Friday, February 14:

    ·      Show Some Love Spirit Day-FREE

    ·      IAT Meetings K-8

Happy Birthday

 

Jessica W: February 10