Points of Pride
September 20, 2018
Instructional Focus:
Additionally, here is a link for that video for parents regarding standards based grading. Might be a great one to send out K-3 before conferences: Standards Based Grading for Parents
Standardized Testing Dates
AzMERIT Math Window for SPE: April 1-April 18
AzMERIT Reading Window for SPE: April 3-April 26
AzMERIT Writing Window for SPE: April 8-12
Math PD....
Plus they are giving away minipulatives, I am hoping we have some teacher attend!!! Audience - 3rd & 4th Based on ATI data over the past 3 years, fractions continue to be an area of concern. To provide a conceptual learning experience for students, the Curriculum Department has purchased a set of Ellison Die Cut Fraction Circles for each elementary campus. Date - Nov. 27th @Superstions Springs Elem. Library - 4:15-6:15 pm OR Date - Dec. 4th @ Harris Elem. Library - 4:15-6:15 pm Audience - 6th Grade Based on ATI data over the past 3 years, expressions and equations continue to be an area of concern. To provide a conceptual learning experience for students, the Curriculum Department has purchased a set of Algebra Tiles for each elementary campus. Date - Nov. 29th @ Superstition Springs Elem. Library - 4:15-6:15 pm OR Date - Dec. 6th @ Harris Elem. Library - 4:15-6:15 pm
SMART Goals
October 15 Schedule.....
As a reminder, October 15 is the Monday after Fall Break that is scheduled as a teacher work day. It will begin with a certified staff meeting, and the rest of the day will be focused on student placement on the digital data wall for behavior and reading (I will be developing a "how to" screencast for how to complete these forms that will go out next week).
9:00-9:45: Kindergarten Data Wall
9:50-10:35: 1st Grade Data Wall
10:40-11:25: 2nd Grade Data Wall
11:30-12:15: 3rd Grade Data Wall
1:00-1:45: 4th Grade Data Wall
1:50-2:35: 5th Grade Data Wall
2:40-3:25: 6th Grade Data Wall
When you are not meeting with me during your data wall placement, you will be required to spend at least two hours with your PLC. As always, these meetings are based around the four critical questions. This would be a great time to plan intervention/enrichment, develop assessments, unpack standards, or discuss student progress.
After this time is complete, you may have the rest of the day as a teacher work day. Use this time to finish report cards, get your room ready for second quarter, lesson plan, make copies, etc.
I would also encourage you to schedule an hour lunch as an opportunity to reconnect with your team/colleagues.
***Paraprofessionals and IA's there will be a Paraprofessional Miniconference at Campo Verde on this date. A sign up will be going out next week if you are interested in professional development. ***
Upcoming Events:
- Week of 9/24: No Art; Focus on the Bridge Map; Book Fair in the Library
- 9/24: Bridge Map Review with Heather @ 7:45
- 9/25: PBIS Committee Meeting @ 7:45
- 9/26: 2:15 Release-PLC; SMART Goal #2 due
- 9/27: 12:15 Release-Parent/Teacher Conferences
- 9/28: 12:15 Release-Parent/Teacher Conferences
- 10/2: Cookie Dough Delivered
- 10/3: 2nd Grade Zoo Field Trip; 3:15 Release
- 10/4: Field Day for K-2 9:30-11:00; PTSO Meeting @ 3:30
- 10/5: 12:15 Release