the RAH
Oct 7-11, 2019
from J & Mike-
MAP Window
Based upon parameter from DESE and input from Delta team, we are targeting the MAP window date to be April 13-May 3. ELA will be targeted for week 1, Math for week 2, and Science (5th grade) for week 3. Testing can take place Monday-Thursday, with Friday generally held for make-ups. While we expect a few of the Cardinals games to possibly fall in this window, we ask that you intentionally avoid this window for site-selected field trips.
ICs Timeline and overview
Following up from feedback last year, we realize the full ICs were overwhelming. To create time while honoring the process, ICs will be only 2x for both Reading and Math and only a focused portion: the mini-lesson (both reading and math) and interactive read-aloud (as grade level appropriate). You may do the full IC if you choose, but that is at your discretion (may be more appropriate for a new teacher, or a teacher who struggles). We ask that you do the first check prior to Thanksgiving, with the second to follow in February/prior to spring break. This will be reviewed at our Job Alike on Wednesday.
Choice Programs
Please promote Parent Information Nights on your social media platforms:
WOLF: Monday, October 14th from 6:00-7:00 at Parkview High School Cafeteria
AOE: Thursday, October 17th from 6:00-7:00 at The Discovery Center Auditorium
For more information please visit sps.org/choice
Celebrations
Thank you for your work and personal touch as you lead your school. As we complete the first quarter this week, MIke and I are grateful for your efforts in the daily grind, your positivity in shaping the culture, your insistence of academic growth and achievement, and your modeling being a good person.
Heroes in Action
Important Action & Calendar Items
Action Items:
From Bruce Douglas-
For those involved in the GoGuardian pilot, I appreciate you taking the time last week to provide feedback regarding the GoGuardian Teacher pilot. We are in the second week of the pilot and I’m reaching out again for your input about how this tool is impacting instruction in your building. Principal GoGuardian Principal Survey
Calendar Items:
OCTOBER
7 - PRIDE Training (Parkview/Kickapoo)
8 - PRIDE Training (Glendale)
9 - SLT / Elem Principal Job Alike / SAESP
10 - End of 1st Quarter
11 - Professional Day
14 - Start of 2nd Quarter
14 - PreK-2 Advisory Council
15 - Good Dads Breakfast (for Captains and Principals) KAC, 7am
18 - AP Cadre Mtg
24 - Delta Team Mtg
28 - 3-5 Advisory Council
29-30 - Gr. 4 field trip Springfield Little Theater