The Manning Weekly Update
September 24, 2021
MANNING COMMUNITY,
1.) There is a new tik tok challenge that is challenging students to steal and vandalize school property. This week alone, we've had graffiti in our bathrooms and more than one soap dispenser ripped off the wall. NOT O.K. We know that the majority of our students are doing what they should be doing each and every day. We have only a few students that aren't being good community members, and we putting structures in place this upcoming Monday to catch those students that are vandalizing Manning. Please speak with your child at home this weekend and if they know the students that are engaging in this behavior, have them come see me in the office on Monday. I promise I will keep their identity anonymous.
2.) Parent/Teacher conferences are in less than two weeks! Please see the info below.
I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!
Better Together,
Christian Ramaker
PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5TH & 6TH
Parent/Teacher Conferences:
Tuesday, October 5th, 4:30-7:30 p.m. (In person only)
This is in person only. Families are welcome to drop in anytime between 4:30 - 7:15 p.m. No appointment required. Please note that the last conference will be held at 7:20 p.m., so please plan ahead and get here earlier in the evening. Conferences will be held in classrooms. A teacher location map will be provided to you upon arrival.
Wednesday, October 6th, 4:30-7:30 p.m. (Google Meet only)
Virtual conferences are “invite only” on Wednesday, October 6th. Teachers will be reaching out to families by Wednesday, September 29th with a letter explaining the process. We will have 8 minutes for each conference, as we are trying to touch base with as many families as possible during this 3 hour conference window.
Please note: If your student has a teacher for both a core class and an elective, you will only have the one time slot to meet with them to discuss both classes.
We are here for each family and support the success of each of our students. Keep in mind, if you are not able to make the in person night or you are not invited to the virtual conferences you are always welcome to set up an in person, phone, or virtual conference with any of your student’s teachers.
Finally, please continue to monitor your students' attendance and grades in Campus and if you have any questions, please feel free to email your students' teacher or counselor.
Keith Wall (Last Names A-L ) Keith.Wall@Jeffco.k12.co.us
Jill Shulsinger-Wall (Last Names M-Z) Jill.Shulsinger-Wall@Jeffco.k12.co.us
WE HAVE A FULL FALL PLANNED!
- Wednesday 9/29- Restaurant Night at El Dorado Mexican Restaurant 11am to 9pm, mention Manning school to your server
- Friday 10/1- October Attendance Count
- Tuesday 10/5- Parent Teacher Conferences 4:30-7:30- In Person
- Wednesday 10/6- Parent Teacher Conferences 4:30-7:30- ZOOM
- Thursday 10/7 & Friday 10/8- No School for Students
- Tuesday 10/12- Parent Partnership 5pm in the Library
- Wednesday 10/13- Fall Choir Concert 7pm
- Thursday 10/14- Fall Instrumental Concert 7pm
- Thursday 10/21- NJHS Induction Ceremony 7pm
- Friday 10/22- PTA Chili Cook off & Silent Auction 6pm
- Thursday 10/28- PTA October Meeting 8:30am at Manning
- Thursday 10/28- Prospective Family Tours 4pm
WHAT IS OCTOBER COUNT AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT FOR YOUR CHILD TO BE HERE?
Dear Manning families,
It’s official – October Count Day this year is Friday, October 1. The most important action you can take to support school funding is to make sure your student attends school on that day. Much of public education funding from the State of Colorado is based on student count so we encourage you to be sure your child engages in school that day.
The “count window” the state observes is from Friday, September 24 through Friday, October 8 but the most important student count day is Friday, October 1. Please help us ensure an accurate count by having your student participate in learning that day. We understand that Thursday, October 7 and Friday, October 8 are non-student contact days, so we encourage you to have your student in attendance on the other days during the count window.
If your child will be absent on Friday, October 1 due to illness, call our attendance line, 303-982-6340 to report the absence. Attendance during the “count window” will help counteract an absence on Friday, October 1.
Thank you for your support of The Manning school of Academics & Arts. Every child counts!
Sincerely,
Principal
BIKING TO SCHOOL?
DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE INTERESTED IN COMING TO MANNING NEXT YEAR??
Manning is offering informational tours for enrollment next year. They start Thursday October 28th, and go every Thursday after until November 18th, 2021. Tours run from 4:00-4:30pm.
Manning will also have two parent information nights coming, December 1st and 2nd from 5:30pm - 7:00pm. So save the dates!
If you are interested in attending one of the tours, please RSVP at the link below!
https://forms.gle/K2CMm8S64tVqWcaJ9
For more information, please refer to our website at The Manning School, or feel free to email our enrollment secretary, Jade.Zentz@Jeffco.k12.co.us
OCTOBER DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP RESOURCE
Dear Families,
Did you know that October is National Bullying Prevention Month? With the rapid increase of digital devices in our TechForEd 1:1 program and use of social media platforms across the board, there has never been a better time to engage in meaningful conversations around mindful technology use.
During the month of October, many of our 5th, 6th, 7th, 9th, 10th, and 11th grade classrooms will engage in digital citizenship learning related to Cyberbullying, Digital Drama, and Hate Speech. Unfortunately, many students will encounter mean behavior at some point in their digital lives. Some of these experiences are easily forgotten, while others can have deep, long-lasting effects. For families, the key is staying involved in your children's lives -- both in the physical and online worlds -- so you can step in and offer help, if necessary.
This month, you can help your child(ren) learn how to avoid the drama and stand up for others by using these resources:
Monthly Motto: We are kind & courageous.
Discussion Question for School and Home: How can I connect positively, treat others respectfully, and create a culture of kindness?
Cyberbullying, Digital Drama & Hate Speech Family Activities:
Family Tips Sheet
Additional Family Engagement Resources
Common Sense Media Resources
The Manning School of Academics & Arts
Email: Christian.Ramaker@jeffco.k12.co.us
Location: 13200 West 32nd Avenue, Golden, CO, USA
Phone: 303-982-6340