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May 14 - 18
THANK YOU!
Deadline to turn in receipts to PTA for reimbursement: May 18
Literacy Library
Teachers,
As the end of the year approaches and you begin thinking about returning materials, we want to be sure everyone is on the same page about turn-in procedures for the Literacy Library.
The Literacy Library is shared by all of us and runs very well when we all do our part to keep it in order. We know not everyone had their own clothespins this year, so we would like to know if you need clothespins so we can get some for each teacher. Next year, teachers will keep clothespins in their own rooms, rather than using the shoe pocket system. That way, we don't have to worry about continually updating it when we have staff changes. You may keep books as long as you would like, but you do need to reshelve them yourselves before the end of the year.
Please fill out the google form to let us know if you need clothespins and also if you have any ideas for additional titles which we could add to our library. We are blessed with a multitude of resources, so sometimes the Literacy Library can get overlooked. If you haven't been in there for a while, go check it out! You may be surprised by the choices you have.
Please help us give HR some feedback!
Summer Learning
Summer Learning Opportunities for GCISD Staff
If reading by the pool (or inside in the air conditioning) is your preference, be sure to stock up on titles that meet your learning needs before you leave. GCISD has two new options for accessing books, so please check these out as well!
2018 Language Academy
Information Regarding Registration for the 2018 Language Academy: The goal of our summer program is to support our bilingual and ESL students through engaging activities as they continue to strengthen their English skills in the areas of listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
Registration for the Language Academy will begin the week of March 26. Anne Ricci has identified the ESL/Bilingual students on your campuses. The registration forms will be sent to your assistant principal to be passed on to the classroom teachers. The parents will be asked to complete the registration form and return it along with the applicable payment.
Teachers will have an envelope to place the collected fees in. They will then give the envelope to your assistant principal daily. The teachers will be reminded not to keep any money in their rooms overnight. Once a week Anne will come by to pick up all of the money that has been collected. Receipts will be written and sent back to the teachers to give to the students as proof of payment. She is hoping to have a majority of the registration and fees collected by Friday, April 27. The numbers for staffing is totally dependent on the enrollment.
Anne is aware that there may be financial difficulties with some families. Students will not be kept from attending due to lack of funds. Please feel free to contact Anne with any possible specific student/family situations.
The cost will be:
Pre-K and K (bilingual/ESL): No registration fee
First through Fifth grade (bilingual/ESL) that DO qualify for F/R: $25 non-refundable registration fee
First through Fifth grade (bilingual/ESL) that DO NOT qualify for F/R: $180 + $25 non-refundable registration fee ***(This is for the full 6 weeks)
The Language Academy will be located at Silver Lake Elementary
June 4 - July 13 ( We will be closed on Wednesday, July 4)
8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Breakfast and lunch will be served. Transportation will be provided from all schools except for Silver Lake
Math Telescoping Exams - Important Dates
Math Telescoping Exams
Testing opportunities for telescoping in math for the 2018-2019 school year are available in the spring and summer for GCISD students who are completing Grades K - 7.
The Math Telescoping Information Packet will be available on the district website under the For Parents and Students Directory by selecting the link for Acceleration Exams, Math Telescoping, Grades K - 7.
Parents will find information about the requirements to qualify for Math Telescoping and instructions about the TWO STEP Online Registration Process. There will be links to print the Information Packet, begin the TWO STEP Online Registration Process to register for the spring exams, view the TEKS on the TEA website, and download Study Guides for the exams purchased from UT-Austin.
Summer Exam Date: Wednesday, June 20, 2018 9:00 AM Colleyville Middle
Online Registration Opens – Summer Exam Date: May 3, 2018
Online Registration Closes – Summer Exam Date: May 23, 2018
The online registration form will become unavailable on May 24, 2018
Exam Fee Payment Deadline – Summer Exam Date: May 24, 2018
Please put these days on your calendar!!!
We will need all teachers and staff available for the following days:
- August 6/7 - New hire training
- August 8th - Campus welcome - Everyone
- August 9th - District learning institute
- August 13 - 16 will be campus based professional development
- August 15 - Convocation
- August 17 - Non contract day for teachers (your choice if you are at school preparing)
Silver Lake Elementary
Email: shannon.cole@gcisd.net
Website: http://www.gcisd-k12.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=17379
Location: 1301 N Dooley St, Grapevine, TX, United States
Phone: 817-251-5750
Twitter: @iamsjcole