Eagle Updates
August 9, 2020
The first day of school is AUGUST 24th!!! All students will begin with on-line instruction!
In this Issue:
- A Message from Mrs. Barry
- Who is My Child's Teacher?
- Staffing Update
- Devices for ALL Students
- Meet the Teacher, Technology Deployment, and Material Pick Up - THIS WEEK
- Parent U: Opening the Door To Distance Learning - NOW AVAILABLE
- Campus Improvement Team Meeting Report
- LearnSBISD
- Tips for Teaching Children to Wear Masks
- Remind Notices - 2020-2021
- School Supplies and Spirit Wear Orders
District Information
- Spring Branch ISD Commitments
From Mrs. Barry:
This was a great week at MWE!! We started with our new employees and finished with all staff back on campus! Ms. Vendetti and I were so happy to see - in person - all of our incredible teachers and support staff!
We hit the ground running with staff development and planning for the best possible start of the 2020-2021 school year. To be honest, we spent some time mourning the loss of our "normal" starting procedures. However, we decided to take to heart the wise words of our friend and Stratford principal, Raymorris Barnes:
"The more energy we spend trying to make this year resemble years past, the less energy we will have to make the upcoming year the best that it can be. Positive thoughts are the fuel to help us achieve future success."
We are excited to see you next week at Meet the Teacher/Device Deployment. We can't wait to get the ball rolling on this new school year. We are READY for what this new adventure brings, and we are grateful to have your support along this journey.
Thank you for your continued support and encouragement - together we are Growing Great Minds at MWE!
Who Is My Child's Teacher?
We ask that you please not call the office to ask who your child's teacher is - due to confidentiality issues, we will not give this information over the phone. If you are unable to come to Meet the Teacher, please access this information on Skyward the week of August 17th. Thank you for your understanding.
Staffing Update
- Kindergarten Teacher
- First Grade Teacher
- Third Grade Paraprofessional
We are in the process of interviewing now to find the perfect new Eagles to join our team!
Devices for ALL students
We are excited to announce that this school year, ALL students at Meadow Wood can participate in the SBISD Device Loaner program! With this device, students will have access to anytime, anywhere learning and will be able to engage with their classes, teachers, and peers in new and exciting ways. Students in grades Pre-K through First will receive iPads, and students in grades Second through Fifth will receive Chromebooks.
We are encouraging all students to participate in this program and be issued an SBISD device, as it is pre-loaded with the apps frequently used by the teachers. All students will be expected to abide by the SBISD Student Acceptable Use Policy regardless of the device they use during in-person or virtual teaching and learning.
PLEASE NOTE: You do not need to let us know that you want a device - simply come to Meet the Teacher/Technology Deployment, and we will issue one to your child!
If you are opting into the Device Loaner program, I encourage you to take advantage of the Optional Technology Coverage for $25. Though this covers many issues, please understand that optional Device coverage does not cover, and you agree to assume full financial responsibility for the following:
- Accessories (power adapter, power cord, case, etc.);
- Costs to repair, replace, or restore the device resulting from purposeful action, gross negligence, neglect, or a violation of this agreement or district policy;
- Lost/damaged that is not reported to the district within 48 hours (including a case number and report from local authorities, if applicable); or
- Excessive or repeated incidents of loss/damage as determined by the district.
Full details are in the documents below. You may purchase this coverage when you pick up the device. Exact cash is preferred. To facilitate the process, please complete the Device Loaner Participation Agreement (below) and return this form to receive your device. Devices will be deployed during Meet the Teacher - please see schedule below for your specific times.
Please print your form and bring with you, or we will have copies available on site!
Questions? Please reach out to Katie McCracken at kathryn.mccracken@springbranchisd.com.
Meet the Teacher, Technology Deployment, and Materials Pick Up - THIS WEEK
- Meet the Teacher
- Receive your technology device (see below)
- Learn how to access ItsLearning and content curriculum
- Receive your child’s detailed daily schedule, with zoom links and details regarding synchronous (live) and asynchronous learning times
- Pick up teacher materials, school supplies (if ordered) and spirit wear
- Complete any outstanding required paperwork
- Sign up for PTA
This event will occur on August 13th and 14th. Due to current restrictions on building occupancy, the hardtop at the rear of the school will be used. Please park in the back parking lots. You may park in the Staff Parking by bus ramp or the Cafeteria Parking Lot. You will enter from the Cafeteria Parking Lot gate to the hardtop. Please follow the arrows to the hardtop. Face covering or mask are REQUIRED, and we will be following social distancing protocols. In addition, we ask that only one parent and the student attend. To help lines move faster, please have all proper documentation printed and signed, if possible.
See table below for specific dates and times for each grade level. If you are electing NOT to receive a district device, please bring the device your student will be using for school, so we can ensure he/she can access necessary sites and materials.
We ask that you please adhere to your assigned time period, as we must follow health and safety guidelines while meeting the needs of our 600 students. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
Please note: The make-up day scheduled for August 17th is for device pick-up only. Teachers will not be available for meetings at this time.
Parent U: Opening the Door To Distance Learning - NOW AVAILABLE
Because of the overwhelming interest in the Parent U: Opening the Door to Distance Learning For Pre-K and Elementary Families webinars, many of our parents were unable to get into the zoom session.
Great news! You can now access the recorded session here:
Additional Family Supports can be found on the following webpage:
Campus Improvement Team Meeting Report
LearnSBISD
Tips for Teaching Children to Wear Masks
1. Talk with your child. It may be scary for children to start wearing a mask. Explain that masks are for protection of both themselves and others. You might make connections to doctors or other professions that use masks.
2. Let them pick it out. Allow your child to choose a mask that they like. A mask with a favorite color or item will be more likely to be worn.
3. Wear it properly. Teach your child to wash his/her hands for 20 seconds before wearing the mask. Put it on so it loops around the ears, making sure to cover the nose, chin, and mouth fully.
4. Be a mask role model. Wear YOUR mask and remind your child how it keeps everyone safe.
5. Make play masks for stuffed animals or dolls. Help your child, using materials around the house, to make masks for their toys. At MWE, they will see our Meadow Wood Eagle wearing a mask!
6. Practice wearing the mask. Start at home with short periods of time while doing fun activities. Practice daily, working up to 30 minutes.
Adapted from actionlearningnetwork.org
Remind Notices - 2020-2021
Remind notices are the main way we communicate with parents. At MWE, we ask that you sign up by your child's grade level.
*Please note: if you signed up for your child’s grade level Remind last year, the group remains the same and will travel with your child throughout their MWE career. There is no need to sign up again!
To sign up for Meadow Wood’s Remind notices for the 2020-2021 school year:
For Pre-Kinder:
o Text @mwe27 to 81010
o Or go to rmd.at/mwe27
Kinder:
o Text @mwe26 to 81010
o Or go to rmd.at/mwe26
1st grade:
o Text @mwe25 to 81010
o Or go to rmd.at/mwe25
2nd grade:
o Text @mwe24 to 81010
o Or go to rmd.at/mwe24
3rd grade:
o Text @mwe23 to 81010
o Or go to rmd.at/mwe23
4th grade:
o Text @mwe22 to 81010
o Or go to rmd.at/mwe22
5th grade:
o Text @mwe2021 to 81010
o Or go to rmd.at/mwe2021
School Supplies and Spirit Wear Orders
If you ordered supplies and selected in-person learning, you can take your box home with you OR have it delivered to the classroom. Please let us know your choice at Meet the Teacher!