JM Staff Bulletin
Week of October 12, 2015
THANK YOU!
I just wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude and appreciation for your supportiveness during the first 6 weeks of school. This job is INSANE, but I know it would be even more difficult without your kindness and love.
The volunteers who came last week for our Latino/a Literature Read-In and Betty Durso, our No Bully System trainer, both commented on the positivity they felt while visiting our school community. This is a testament to what we can do as a team! Sorry if this is a bit cheesy, but I am so proud of each and every staff members' contribution to Joaquin Miller.
In the coming week, the ILT will be meeting to analyze current and past assessment data and survey data to create specific SMARTE goals for us in the areas of Mathematics, Balanced Literacy, and Social Emotional Learning. Additionally, we will narrow in on 1-3 instructional practices on which to focus our next 6 week professional development plan that is purposeful and meaningful.
Lastly, Ray and I will be leading the next Parent Education Night on October 22nd. I hope that some of you will be able to come join us. Our plan is to engage the parents in a mathematics lesson using the socio-mathematical norms and standards for mathematical practice. :)
Thanks and have a fantastic week,
Sara
This Week
Monday: ILT meeting at 3:00
Tuesday: COST meeting at 8:00; K/1 PLC
Wednesday: Mandated Reporter Training/CSC meeting at 2:10; FC meeting at 3:10; Meeting with parents of 4th graders in combination classes from 5:00 - 6:00
Thursday: Principal off-site at PD; 2/3 PLC
Friday: Professional Development Day - No School for Students
Weekly Deliverables (To-Dos)
- Sign up on On-Track for Friday trainings. See email from Sara.
- Check Konstella and your OUSD email at least twice weekly.
- Send a message to your parents via Konstella about what's happening in your class! (Remember: the more they know, the less they make up.)
- Submit COST referrals as needed.
- Do something nice for yourself. :)
Upcoming Dates- Not including this week
10/19: 4/5 PLC
10/20: New Principal PD from 2:30 - 4:30
10/21: SMARTE Goal Training (PD)
10/22: Picture Day; SSC Meeting 5:00 - 6:00; Parent Education Night: Common Core Math- TEACHERS NEEDED!
10/23: Picture Day