Family News from the Nest
English Landing Elementary School
Friday, April 20, 2018
English Landing Elementary School Family News from the Nest
Email: roek@parkhill.k12.mo.us
Website: http://englishlanding.parkhill.k12.mo.us
Location: 6500 NW Klamm Dr, KCMO, MO, United States
Phone: 816-359-4370
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnglishLanding
Twitter: @EnglishLanding
WANTED 2 Liter Bottles!
Our Fourth Grade Teachers are LOOKING for empty 2 liter bottles for an upcoming science project. If you have any empty 2 liter bottles, please bring them to the English Landing school office. Thank you!
2017-2018 Class Pictures: $5.00
2017-18 Class Pictures are now for sale in the English Landing School Office for $5.00. Please provide the exact amount if you are paying with cash. Thank you!
If you would like to write a check, please make checks payable to English Landing Elementary School and in the memo line include your child's name. Thank you!
Please note: Ms. Turnbull's fourth grade class pictures have not yet arrived. We expect to have them today!
What's Happening at English Landing Elementary School?
Monday, April 23, 2018
- A Day: Specials' Rotation
- Fourth and Fifth Grade MAP Testing
Tuesday, April 24, 2018
- B Day: Specials' Rotation
- School Store is OPEN (8:25-8:40am)
- Third and Fifth Grade MAP Testing
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
- C Day: Specials' Rotation
- Third and Fourth Grade MAP Testing
Thursday, April 26, 2018
- D Day: Specials' Rotation
Friday, April 27, 2018
- A Day: Specials' Rotation
2018 MAP Testing Continues Next Week!
English Landing Elementary School will administer the MAP (Missouri Assessment Program) GLA (Grade Level Assessments) in grades 3-4-5 on April 16, 2018 through April 25, 2018.
The English Landing third and fourth grade students will only need to test during the mornings, however, the fourth grade students will need to test on one day in the afternoon and on all other days test only in the mornings.
- Third Grade Testing Days: April 17, 18, 24, 25
- Fourth Grade Testing Days: April 16, 18, 19, 23, 25 (On April 25, Fourth Grade will also test in the afternoon.)
- Fifth Grade Testing Days: April 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 24
A special THANK YOU to the English Landing PTA for providing a small snack to our students during MAP testing.
Looking for Future Kindergarten Students!
Enroll Your Kindergartner Today, Then Mark Your Calendar for the Kindergarten Roundup Event
Families with children entering kindergarten in the Park Hill School District in August 2018 may enroll today online! Children who turn five on or before July 31 are eligible for kindergarten for the 2018-2019 school year.
After you enroll, mark your calendar for the Kindergarten Roundup event at English Landing Elementary School on Monday, April 30th. Our Kindergarten Roundup is an Open House format (5:30pm-7:00pm). Parents and students will get a sneak peak of our school, tour the building, ask questions and get to know the staff.
PTA Maker Night and STEMScope Showcase Evening
Last night was our Under the Sea STEMScope Family Showcase evening. Under the Sea projects included making SAND Slime; creating Balloon Coral Reefs and a designing a 3D Under the Sea Display.
Many thanks to our PTA for organizing this exciting evening.
A special Thank You to the following PTA coordinators: Julie Durrant, Jeanne Goodin,
Susan Moore, Maggie Parsley, and Lauren Jeppson.
Eagles always SOAR!
Planning for the 2018-2019 School Year
March Home Learning Champions
Way to go Fourth Grade Eagles!
Mrs. Schneider attends Missouri Association of School Librarians Conference
Mrs. Schneider, English Landing Media Specialist, attended the Missouri Association of School Librarians Conference. One conference session she attended was titled: Bringing Characters to Life! Eagles always SOAR!
Online Residency Verification and Residency Starts Monday, April 23rd
SPECIAL Park Hill Events: Save the Dates!
Parenting Webinar: May 3, 2018
Parents today need a lot of support. This is why the Park Hill School District will host a parenting webinar with national experts Scott Poland and Richard Lieberman at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 3. You can find more information on the district website.
HOPEWELL Elementary Groundbreaking: May 22, 2018
You’re invited to the May 22 groundbreaking for our district’s new elementary school, Hopewell Elementary, which opens in August 2019. The event is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 68th Street and Waukomis Drive. Visit our district website to learn more about the new school and the other projects in our enrollment-based, long-range facilities plan.
REPEAT: Take Your Child to Work Day: Student Attendance
Dear English Landing Parent(s),
As families begin to make plans for Take Your Child to Work Day (April 26, 2018), I want to make sure you have accurate information regarding how student attendance will be documented on this day.
Up until two years ago, a letter had been sent home with all Park Hill elementary students stating that they would be counted present at school if a signed form and Take Your Child to Work Day reflection activity was returned. As of two years ago this was no longer the case since following this former practice violated the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education guidelines regarding student attendance.
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education language regarding daily student attendance states: “Students must be in attendance in an instructional capacity under the direct supervision of a certificated employee of the district to be counted for attendance purposes.” Therefore, if students are absent, for part or all of the day, on Take Your Child to Work Day (Thursday, April 26th), they will be counted as absent for the time they are not in school.
In Park Hill at the elementary level, we do not distinguish between excused and unexcused absences. Therefore, when a student is absent, it is simply counted as an absence. At English Landing Elementary School, we do not recognize perfect (100%) attendance. We strive for student attendance to be at or above 95%.
I encourage you to make the decision that best meets the needs of your child/family when determining if your child will participate in Take Your Child to Work Day (April 26, 2018). Please let me know if you have any additional questions regarding attendance procedures for Take Your Child to Work Day (April 26, 2018).
Sincerely,
Dr. Kerry Roe
Principal
REPEAT: PTA Variety Show: May 4th
SUMMER SCHOOL: June 4 to July 3, 2018
Park Hill Summer School is a free, fun, caring place for your child to learn during the summer.
Students who will enter kindergarten through eighth grade in the fall will focus on a combination of academic and exploration classes. High school students can also enroll in summer school.
In response to parent feedback, Park Hill Summer School will once again offer a full day summer school program that includes transportation. Applications are due May 11 to make sure transportation is available. Summer school bus routes and stops may vary from those of the regular school year and will be assigned based on student enrollment received by noon on May 11. Enrollees after this date will be assigned to an existing bus stop. You can also purchase meals for your child during summer school, just as you can during the school year.
Please complete and return an enrollment form by noon on May 11 to your assigned Park Hill school or to the school your child plans to attend during summer school.
The dates for elementary and middle school students are June 4 to July 3. The first session for high school students is June 4-21, and the second session is June 22 to July 16, with no classes July 4-6. Enrollment opens April 2.
Return this form to your assigned Park Hill school or to the school your child plans to attend during summer school. The boundary locator tool can help you locate your assigned school.
Career Share April Classroom Visits
Dear Families,
Parental involvement in your child’s classroom is one of the leading factors in raising self-esteem and academic achievement. This can go beyond attendance at Parent Teacher Conferences and family nights at English Landing. We want to see you at Career Share!
Each of our English Landing families are unique ---with their own talents. Career Share is an opportunity for every child at English Landing to showcase his/her family to his/her classmates. Career Share is an amazing opportunity for you to visit your student’s classroom. Your involvement will not only make their day, but provide another opportunity for you to partner with English Landing and your child’s education.
Our goal is to have EVERY student have a member(s) of his/her family come share in his/her classroom about their job and careers.
It truly means the world to our Eagles. Please take a moment to sign up for a 20 minute time slot in your student’s classroom to share with their classroom.
April
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Thank you!
Sincerely,
The Eagles' Events Team
REPEAT: Coming in May! GRADE LEVEL FIELD DAYS!
Tuesday, May 1, 2018
First Grade 9:00-11: a.m. and Third Grade 1:00-3:00 p.m. (Rain Out Date is the following Tuesday on May 8th)
Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Second Grade 9:00-11:00 a.m. and Fourth Grade 1:00-3:00 p.m. (Rain Out is the following Wednesday on May 9th)
Thursday, May 3, 2018
Kindergarten 9:00-11:00 a.m. (Rain Out Date is the following Thursday on May 10th)
Wednesday, May 16, 2018
Fifth Grade District Track Meet 9:30-2:00 at Park Hill High School’s Track and Field (Rain Out Date is Thursday, May 17th)
*All field days will be held next door at Lakeview Middle School’s Track and Field except for fifth grade students. The fifth grade students participate in a Fifth Grade District Track Meet at the Park Hill District Stadium.
REPEAT: Save the Date: Sophie's Run
FREE SPORT PHYSICALS
School Store Hours (Front Lobby)
Musical NEWS Found on Music Room Facebook Page!
Park Hill Star Award
Our employees are the reason we are so successful here in the Park Hill School District, and we would like to recognize them for all they do for our students.
That is why we present the Park Hill Star award once a month to a pre-K or elementary teacher, a secondary teacher and a support employee.
Anyone can nominate an employee for this award by using the form below. It asks you to share how your nominee demonstrates our district values of continuous improvement, high expectations, integrity, visionary leadership and student focus. You can also share how your nominee supports the goals in our district’s strategic plan.
Please nominate a Park Hill Star today!
Park Hill Star nomination form
English Landing Office Contact Information
SAVE THE DATE - Early Release Dates
CELEBRATING STUDENT BIRTHDAYS AT ENGLISH LANDING
Celebrating Student Birthdays: (Park Hill Parent/Student Handbook pages 37-38):
We are happy to celebrate student birthdays and half birthdays (if your child has a summer birthday) at English Landing! To protect the health and safety of our students, families may bring pre-packaged treats to school to share with classmates. In order to address any known allergy concerns, a label listing ingredients should be affixed to the package. Due to allergies and other food intolerances, please consult with your classroom teacher before the pre-packaged treats are brought to school. As a healthier alternative, Park Hill Food Service offers a variety of nutritious treats that may be purchased.
At English Landing we need your HELP! Many birthday treats arrive at the beginning of the school day which provides us time to review the class list regarding food allergies or food intolerances, however, many other birthday treats arrive during lunch and often right at the same time the treat needs to be distributed to students. PLEASE plan on arriving earlier for lunch (at least 15 minutes) to give us time to check the pre-packaged treat ingredients with the students in the classroom who have food allergies or food intolerances. Our school nurse, Mrs. Kimbrel, and office staff, Mrs. Stevens, Mrs. Wood, or Mrs. Melvin, will help with this process so when the lunchroom staff teachers distribute the treat in the cafeteria, additional steps have been taken to ensure we are protecting the health and safety of our eagles.
English Landing Eagles S-O-A-R! Each Eagle...Every Day!
District Vision
Building Successful Futures - Each Student - Every Day
English Landing Vision
Our vision is that all English Landing students will meet grade level expectations and demonstrate responsible citizenship.
English Landing Values
1. We will embrace a welcoming climate.
2. Safety will be a priority.
3. Students and staff will strive for excellence.
4. We will promote collaboration and community involvement.
5. Our school will model life skills.
6. Diverse cultures will be respected.
7. We will practice positive communication.
8. Our school will encourage leadership.
English Landing Strategic Focus Areas
Financial
Academic
Climate
Employee