Central Intelligence
August 2018 - Volume 1
It's Almost Tiger Time!
Excitement is brewing for the 2018-2019 school year! All summer long, teachers and staff members have been attending training, setting goals, and planning for an incredible year with our students. Our FIERCE Commitment to providing the highest quality educational experience for our Tigers has never been stronger.
This first volume of Central Intelligence, '18-'19 is full of important information you need to know before school starts. I will be sending another newsletter to you on Friday, August 10, with more information pertaining to our educational philosophy at Central, drop-off procedures, dress code, cell phones, Advisory/Tiger Time and more!
Squeeze every bit of summer you can out of the next few days. Enjoy building peak moments with your child(ren) so they remember the joy of being yours. On behalf of the staff at Central, thank you for allowing us to partner with you in the education of your student(s). We look forward to embracing our privilege and responsibility for educating each Tiger when you pass the baton to us on August 16! Go get 'em, Tigers!
FIERCE Commitment,
Laura L. McGee, M.Ed.
Lead Principal
School Supplies - 2018
debbie.horany@edmondschools.net - 6th
Online Registration Requirements for Parents and Students
Parents of students currently enrolled in the 2017-18 school year will need to complete an Annual Update for 2018-2019 by logging into the Parent Portal on a computer (not the app). Upon login, scroll down and click on the ‘Online Registration’ link in the lower left corner of your portal screen to begin the Annual Update. You will verify your existing information and make any needed changes. For questions or login issues, please contact your student’s school.
The Annual Update must be completed by August 5 in order for your student(s) to receive their 2018-2019 schedule(s) and for students in grades 6-12 to receive their Chromebooks.
If you have not logged into the Parent Portal recently, you need to make sure you know your login/password and can log in so you will be ready to complete your Annual Update. If you (or someone you know) does not have a personal email account, the school can help you establish an account to ensure that your child's update is completed, thus allowing them to follow-up at the school with the utility verification step that must also be completed (in person) prior to a student receiving a schedule or teacher/classroom placement.
Student Annual Update
Students are now required to view the Annual Student Review. Returning 7th and 8th graders should be able to go ahead and complete this process, while incoming 6th grade students will need to wait until the beginning of school. To do this, log into your Infinite Campus Student Portal Account. This account uses your network login and password. Once in this account, click on the “Inbox“ in your IC Student Portal Account. You will have a message named Annual Student Review. Open this message and click on the URL included in this message to watch the Annual Student Review.
At the end of the video, a green button will appear at the bottom of the screen. You must agree to the terms and conditions via the green button at the bottom of the screen and confirm a second time that you agree. This button will only appear after you have played the entire video. Violations to these terms and conditions may result in loss of technology privileges and equipment.
Student Info Day/Schedule Pick Up Day (SPUD)
Sometimes referred to by many different names, the day you provide proof of residency and pick up schedules is best known as SPUD. This year’s SPUD will be on August 9, between Noon and 6:00 p.m. Long lines can sometimes lead to the process taking between one and two hours. We appreciate your patience with the process. Make sure you remember the following in order to avoid any additional delays, as each must be satisfied before a schedule will be released:
Parent/Guardian Photo ID
July or August Gas, Electric, or Water Bill (Address located within HMS residence area)
Clear any fines or fees (balances were sent via email)
TDap Immunization Booster Proof (Applies to all entering 7th grade)
SPUD activities include:
Getting transportation information/bus routes
Visiting our spirit store (cash, check, or credit card)
Opening and arranging locker
Walking the class schedule
Learning about the cafeteria
Visiting with our Central Parent Organization officers about ways to get involved and possibly serve.
And more….
Digital Conversion!
As you probably have already heard, EPS is going 1:1 this year. This means that each child in secondary school will be assigned a Chromebook as part of their school experience. The checkout process for these devices will occur during the first two weeks of school, beginning with the 8th grade class. Students are required to utilize these devices as part of their education, much like students have used textbooks for years. Students will be responsible for the upkeep of their devices. The devices do come with a durable cover which will help minimize potential damage, but it does not guarantee that damage will not occur. We strongly recommend purchasing the technology protection plan that is offered by the district, as it can save against expensive repair and replacement costs if the power pack is lost or the Chromebook is damaged. We also recommend that once the device is checked out that you encourage your child to fully charge the device every night at home. The Chromebooks have a 8-10 hour battery, so coming to school with a full charge is necessary. It is simply not feasible to charge numerous devices during class each day.
EPS EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Please refer to the letter from Mr. Towne, our Superintendent of Schools, for information regarding school procedures during any potential emergencies.