Scot SuperHeroes
HP Special Programs E News September 2014
Unleash Your SuperHero Powers
The answer quickly became so obvious and I am able to say with passion "The people in Highland Park are the very best at what they do, they know their craft, they are dedicated to growth, and they focus on what is best for students.
After we spend some time in a position or a district, we tend to lose sight of our blessings and purpose. I charge you to remember why you entered this field, this position, this district and then fight to find your deeper purpose. Yes, we are all here to do the things listed on our job descriptions, but when our time is done here, what do we want to have accomplished, what will our legend be? Do we want to say we crafted really precise evaluations and ARDS, of course we do, but what do you want your work to mean?
(Remember to recognize each other with Lollipop moments)
Unleash your SuperHero powers, find purpose, and have some fun,
~April
Compliance Corner
1) the parents are notified prior to the meeting that they will be excused early
2) the parents give consent in writing
3) the teacher provides written input to the ARD committee
STAAR Updates and Reminders:
STAAR Modified no longer exists
If a student takes STAAR ALT in one subject, they must take STAAR ALT in all subjects
Stay tuned for updates to STAAR ALT
If you are recommending an accommodation for a student, please visit the TEA Website-Accommodation Triangle (see link above)
Save the Date
Professional Development Opportunities and Meeting Dates:
504 Audio Conference- Life Threatening Allergies-September 23rd-11:00
Dyslexia Team Meeting- September 25th-1:00
Coodinator Meetings- September 26th-8:30, October 10th-8:30, October 21st-8:30
eSPED Teacher Training- October 3rd- W202 HPHS 8:00-11:00 and 11:30-2:30
Picchioni Meetings:
September 30th- Multi-purpose
October 21st- Plaid Room
November 4th- Plaid Room
December 9th- Plaid Room
Region 10 Special Ed Legal Updates- October 31st
Techno Tips
Celebrations!!
Happy Birthday to YOU:
September 23rd-Katrina Tilley
September 27th- Debbie Malloy
October 1st- Amanda Ohlenburg
October 7th- Greg Rico
October 21st-Amee Patel
(Since we missed September - Happy Belated Birthday to Betsy on September 15th)