@ Alta Vista
October 12, 2018
News & Info @ Alta Vista
CHILDREN IN CLASSROOMS
During Tuesday's after school fire alarm, the District Office personnel who were on site became aware of the number of children who were unsupervised (or were being supervised by older students) in classrooms. I need to remind you that students (even your own) must be supervised by an adult at all times. While I realize that a number of you have your children with you after school, when you are attending meetings (committees, IEPs, staff, etc.), you must make alternative plans that provide for adult supervision. While I realize this may be a change in past practice, it is a safety and liability issue. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me.
WANT TO OBSERVE A COLLEAGUE?
Have you ever wanted to watch a colleague teach? Want to see Math Centers in action? What is Writers Workshop REALLY like? Cathy and Christy are organizing substitute coverage to allow teachers to learn from each other. If you are interested, email us by Wednesday and share who or what you would like to observe. As soon as we are able to organize dates and times, we'll share the details with those that have signed up.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER SHORTAGE UPDATE
The HR department is working hard to cover classrooms with substitutes. When classroom cannot be covered (anywhere in the District), teachers may be called to return to school. The callback order is as follows:
1. Assessment/Report Card Days (Most recent absence called back first)
2. District Business/PD at District (Most recent absence called back first)
3. School Business (Most recent absence called back first)
Please remember to request a substitute as soon as possible to avoid being called back.
COUNT ON ME RESOURCES
If you haven't had a chance, please fill out this feedback form on last week's Count on Me assembly. If you would like to extend the conversation in the classroom, you can find the Count On Me Guide in the AV Shared Folder.
REMINDER: INDIVIDUAL LEARNING PLANS NEED TO BE SIGNED
I received a reminder from HR that your ILP goals need to be signed. Please stop by my office to add your signature to any that have already been shared with me. Thanks!
PROFESSIONAL LEARNING DAY - FRIDAY
Friday's professional development will begin with a keynote address at 8:15 in the UMS Gym. Following that, the rest of the morning will offer EdCamp-style sessions covering topics including Jo Boaler strategies, Guided Reading, Writers Workshop, Daily 5, and more. Check out the schedule here. After lunch on your own (or with friends), we will be back at Alta Vista.
DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP WEEK
I know you've already received reminders from Michael Stock about Digital Citizenship Week, but I thought I would give it one more plug. The District is recommending that classes complete the second of the three lessons by next week, but as soon as you complete all three, be sure to fill out this form and you'll receive a class set of backpack tags. I'll be sharing information about Digital Citizenship Week in the next parent newsletter, so send me any info or pictures that you would like to share.
Moments @ Alta Vista
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
First Field Trip in First Grade
The Second Grade Construction Team Hard at Work
Crazy Hair Day in Third Grade
Christy Doing Her Magic in Fourth Grade
Look-a-Like Day
Mark Your Calendars
10/15 - 504: Simon B @ 7:30 (Lynne, Caitlin, Cathy)
10/15 - School Site Council Meeting @ 3:00
10/15 - IEP: Alexis O @ 3:00 (Caryn, Caitlin, Jeena, Kari)
10/16 - Malave/Binesh/Anderson/Lo Field Trip (YSI)
10/16 - School Leadership Team Meeting
10/17 - IEP: Elissa W @ 2:00 (Marika, Caitlin, Jeena, Kari, Cathy)
10/17 - IEP: Grace H @ 3:00 (Abbey, Caitlin, Kari, Cathy)
10/18 - Picture Make Up Day
10/18 - IEP: Pedro F @ 3:00 (Tanya, Carla, Kari, Cathy)
10/19 - Staff Development Day
10/22 - Winger Field Trip (UMS)
10/23 - Raser Field Trip (UMS)
10/23 - Staff Meeting @ 3:00
10/23 - USD Family Night & Golf Land (AVHSC)
10/24 - Parnell Field Trip (UMS)
10/24 - First Grade Snapshot Meeting @ 1:45 (Conference Room)
10/24 - IEP: Preston H @ 2:30 (Kristen, Jenna, Caitlin, Kari, Carla, Cathy)
10/25 - Haughney Field Trip (UMS)
10/25 - IEP: Andrew S @ 3:00 (Sarah, Kari, Jeena, Caitlin, Cathy)
10/26 - Malave/Werner/Hanson Field Trip (YSI)
10/26 - Happy Hour @ Karla's - Bring an app and drinks to share