Trantwood Times
"Captivating Every Student, Every Day!"
“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” -Mother Teresa
As educators, we are a single entity within an extremely large, complex system. For this reason, making real, positive change can sometimes appear to be a daunting task. Too often, we fall into the it’s beyond my control trap and feel powerless. However, part of the beauty of the education system is its interconnected-ness. We have the unique ability to impact countless people every day.
Thank you for spreading joy daily! You inspire others to do better and to be better. Your light shines for all to see and everyone says "I want to be a part of that!"
Kudos - singing the praises of our staff :)
Kudos to the dynamic SOL-prep-the-computers-prior-to-the-test team. Mr. Cole and Mrs. Z, you have done an amazing job ensuring they are ready to go!
Happy Mother’s Day, May 8
Due Dates and Reminders
- MLP is open for PLP sign-up
- Formative Option # 2 due May 11, 2016
- Professional Goals due May 13, 2016 for all P1, P2, & P3 teachers
- Professional Goals due June 6 for all Continuing Contract teachers
PL on Personalized Learning: May 17, 2016, 2:55 in the library
Personalized learning: Why your classroom should sound ...
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Personalized learning: Why your classroom should sound like a coffee shop iPads, partnerships and real world work
May 9 - 13, 2016
Monday, May 9:
- SOL Cardinal Tutoring Club, 2:40 – 4:20 p.m.
- Reading Banquet, VB Convention Center, 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 10:
- SOL Cardinal Tutoring Club, 7:20 – 7:50 a.m.
- Girls on the Run, 2:40 – 4:00 p.m.
- Chorus Practice, 2:40 – 4:00 p.m.
- PAC Meeting, 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 11:
- SOL Cardinal Tutoring Club, 7:20 – 7:50 a.m.
- Art Club, 2:40 – 4:00 p.m.
- STEM, 2:40 – 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 12:
- SOL Cardinal Tutoring Club, 7:20 – 7:50 a.m.
- Dr. Spence & team site visit, 10:30 am
- Green Cardinals, 2:40 – 4:00 p.m.
- SCA Interest Meeting, 2:40 – 3:30 p.m.
- STEM, 2:40 – 4:30 p.m.
- PTA Dinner, First Colonial HS, 6:30 p.m.
Friday, May 13:
- Field Day
May 16 - 20, 2016
Monday, May 16
- Chorus Practice, 2:40 - 4:00
Tuesday, May 17
- GOTR, 2:40 - 4:00 pm
- Faculty Meeting, 3:00
- PTA General Meeting, 6:30 pm
Wednesday, May 18
- Art Club, 2:40 - 4:00
- STEM, 2:40 - 4:30
Thursday, May 19
- LMS OTB, pm
- STEM 2:40 - 4:30
- Video Making, SCA, 2:40 - 4:00
Friday, May 20
- SCA Officer Packet Due, 3:00
Corrective Action - Referring Students for a Suspected Disability
A recent memo shared that in one instance, the VDOE found VBCPS in non-compliance regarding the obligation to make timely referrals to the special education administrator upon receipt of a request for evaluation from a parent. According to the Regulations Governing Special Education Programs for Student with Disabilities in Virginia, a reevaluation shall be conducted if the child's parent(s) or teacher requests an initial evaluation or reevaluation. All school division employees are obligated to notify the designated special education administrator (Mrs. Z) when an evaluation is requested by a parent. The meeting must be conducted within 10 days of the parent request and the evaluation process completed within 65 days.
In short, if a parent tells you they think their child may have a disability, please tell Mrs. Z immediately. Do not put the child's name in an email. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Z.
Accessing MLP from Home?
Here's a link with directions on how to access MLP from home:
https://www.vbcps.com/Apps/MyLearningPlan/Documents/Accessing%20MLP%20from%20home.pdfFuture Planning
May
May 16 - 20: National Education Bosses Week
May 16:
Rain Date for Field Day/Health Safety Day
May 17:
SOL Parade, 2:00
Progress Reports Issued
PTA General Meeting and Grade 5 Strings Program
May 19: SOL - Grade 4 Reading, Part 1
May 20:
SOL – Grade 4 Reading, Part 2
SCA Officer Application Packet Due by 3:00 p.m.
May 23: SOL - Grade 4 Math, Part 1
May 24: SOL - Grade 4 Math, Part 2
May 25:
SOL – Grade 5 Reading, Part 1
SCA Elections held during school (electronically)
May 26: SOL – Grade 5 Reading, Part 2
May 27: Announcement of New SCA Officers
May 30: Memorial Day Holiday
May 31:
SOL - Grade 5 Math, Part 1
SCA Installation of New Officer Practice, 2:40 p.m.
June
June 1: SOL – Grade 5 Math, Part 2
June 2:
SOL – Grade 3 Reading, Part 1
SCA Installation of New Officers, 8:30 a.m. (Grades 3, 4, 5 invited)
June 3: SOL – Grade 3 Reading, Part 2
June 6: Grade 3 Math, Part 1
June 7: Grade 3 Math, Part 2
June 8: SOL - Grade 5 Science
June 9: SOL - Grade 5 History
June 16: Grade 5 Moving Up Ceremony, Cafeteria at 12:30 p.m.
June 17:
Last Day of School, Adjusted Dismissal Day
Grade 5 Fun Day Activities
June 20:
Staff Day
Custodian Appreciation Day
June 24: Report Cards Issued
Estuary Science Memo - Let's take a team from Trantwood!
Right now, Megan Bailey, Melissa Moore, and LA Metzger will be attending. We'd love for you to join us to have fun on the water learning more about estuaries, watersheds, etc.
SOL Test Dates
Thursday, May 19: Grade 4 Reading, Part 1
Friday, May 20: Grade 4 Reading, Part 2
Monday, May 23: Grade 4 Math, Part 1
Tuesday, May 24: Grade 4 Math, Part 2
Wednesday, May 25: Grade 5 Reading, Part 1
Thursday, May 26: Grade 5 Reading, Part 2
Tuesday, May 31: Grade 5 Math, Part 1
Wednesday, June 1: Grade 5 Math, Part 2
Thursday, June 2: Grade 3 Reading, Part 1
Friday, June 3: Grade 3 Reading, Part 2
Monday, June 6: Grade 3 Math, Part 1
Tuesday, June 7: Grade 3 Math, Part 2
Wednesday, June 8: Grade 5 Science
Thursday, June 9: Grade 5 History
End-Of-Year Date for Library Media Services
- The library media centers will remain open for instruction, including lessons led by the library media specialist or other instructional personnel and for students to work in small groups or individually to complete assignments.
- All print resources and equipment will remain available for faculty use. Circulation for faculty will continue until the last day of school, Friday, June 17.
Quarterly Assessments, SWAPS, DRA2, RI, MI, etc. dates
April 11 - May 13
- RI (SRI) (gr. 3 - 5)
April 11 - May 13
- SWAPS (gr. 3 - 5)
- DRA2 (gr. k - 5)
May 20 - June 17
- Q 4 Science and Social Studies Assessment (gr. 2-5)
- Q 4 Math Cumulative Assessment (gr. 1 & 2)
- Q 4 Language Arts Cumulative Assessment (gr. 2)
June 1 - June 17
- MI (SMI) gr. 5