Hearne Elementary's Playbook
Week of September 18, 2017
Our Vision and Mission Statements- We are what we say we are! Make every day show it.
Hearne Elementary will provide a learning environment where all students are empowered as leaders and critical thinkers. We are committed to building positive relationships in a safe environment while creating life-long learners who are prepared for the 21st century.
Mission Statement
The mission of Hearne Elementary School is to guide our students to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to make responsible life choices and positive contributions in a diverse society. In collaboration with home and community, we respond to the needs of every child, ensuring that each child can and will learn.
Patience and Flexibility
This week is all about patience and flexibility. As we continue to get back to the normal routines of work, let's be patient with the speed bumps that may come into our path and flexible with each other so we can achieve our goals.
You make a difference!
You matter!
Your students need you!
-Johanna Sanchez, Shon Brown, and Jose Serpas
Campus Norms- Be P.R.E.S.E.N.T
Professional
Respectful to each other and their time
Engaged in the learning
Student-centered focused
Encouraging to the team
Nurturing
Team player
Access the Updated Campus Calendar Here
Campus Playbook
Coming up this week:
PLC focus for the week: ESL
TTESS Observations begin this week. Please sign up for a goal setting conference with your supervisor.
Monday, September 18th (Day 13)
- ILT Meeting at 9am
- Volunteer Coordinator Training @ ASF
- Fall Festival Meeting @ 3:40 pm
Tuesday, September 19th (Day 14)
- TL Meeting at 8am in Data Room
- REID Meeting
- Committee meetings @ 3:45 pm
Wednesday, September 20th (Day 15)
- Astro's Day- Wear Astro's gear with jeans
- Hearne Spirit Day- wear a spirit shirt with business casual bottoms.
- ILT walkthrough open forum @ 7 am.
- Wednesday without worksheets
- ABC/SDC Meeting @ 3:45 pm
Thursday, September 21st (Day 16)
- Content Meeting Focus: Writing (this is a change from the calendar)
- ILT open forum @ 3:45 pm
- ALT Meeting
Friday, September 22nd (Day 17)
- College Day--wear a college shirt with jeans today.
- ILT Meeting at 9 am
- Alief GT Meeting
- Family Center Grand Opening
- Rose Club Dance
- Call logs due for Hurricane Harvey Wellness Check
Planning Ahead:
PLC focus for the week: Math
Monday, September 25th (Day 18)
- Staff Meeting @ 3:45 pm - Climate Survey Review
Tuesday, September 26th (Day 19)
- Jumpstart begins today
- Partnering for Success PD 8-11am for teachers who receive ICS
- LPAC Mtg at 9am
- Flu Shot available at Hearne (2:30-4:40 pm)- Bring Aetna insurance card
Wednesday, September 27th (Day 20)
- AP Meeting
- Hearne Spirit Day- wear a spirit shirt with business casual bottoms.
- Wednesday without worksheets
Thursday, September 28th (Day 21)
- Content Meeting Focus: Reading
- Content Night/ASP Family Night (5-7 pm)
Friday, September 29th (Day 22)
- College Day--wear a college shirt with jeans today.
- Hospitality dues due today
- ILT Meeting at 9 am
- Update Classroom bulletin boards
- Classroom management plans due to supervisor
Our Campus Goal- Targeted Small Group Instruction
In order to achieve this goal this year and beyond, we are providing the proper training for all staff members so we can all be aligned as we tackle the Main Thing: Student Achievement.
Committees Start September 18th!
Be at your doorways at 7:40 daily! How are you building meaningful relationships with your students before they walk in the door?
First Grading Period Guidelines
GRADE BOOKS
All teachers are expected to maintain a grade book.
Grade books should:
- Document grades less than or equal to 69 with a phone call or signed parent note (within 48 hours), prior to entering a failing grade into the grade book.
- Have actual numerical scores (0-100) recorded.
- Teachers are expected to record grades electronically using the district’s electronic grade book which links to the Report Card System. In addition, it links to the system that allows parents the ability to view their child’s grades and attendance online. As a result, it is extremely important for grades to be entered into the system in a timely fashion. This system automatically backs up data nightly.
- Reflect a child's progress with respect to the Texas Essential Knowledge Skills (TEKS).
- Have a sufficient number of grades to substantiate the report card grade; the minimum suggested is two grades per week per core academic area.
- Have numerical grades for reading, language arts, math, science, and social studies.
- Have labels for grades (e.g. “Test-Explorers,” “homework – P.87 2-digit addition with regrouping,” “Electric Circuit Project,” etc.).
- Refer to "Explanation of Elementary Progress Reporting" and "ESL Students - Grading Guidelines" for additional information on grading procedures.
Considering the information above, we should have two grades per week for the weeks we had school during this marking period.
So if marking period is only 6-7 weeks due to Hurricane Harvey, 12 -14 total grades would be sufficient.
All other grading expectations should be followed from the handbook (i.e. weight of grades, contact for failing grades etc.)
Safety TidBit of the Week- Full Lockdown
Administrators will announce immediately, "OUR SCHOOL IS IN FULL LOCKDOWN."
Follow the procedures:
- Turn on radios.
- Move students in outdoor areas to the gym if safe to do so.
- Sweep any students in the hallway into your room.
- Lock all doors.
- Close windows and blinds.
- Cover windows on doors to main hallway.
- Turn off lights.
- Instruct students to stay calm, stay quiet, stay low, and stay out of sight.
- Do not open doors for any reason until an all clear is given.
- Communicate known threats to the office via classroom phone or walkie-talkie.
- All students should be contained in their present areas. No movement.
- Account for all students.
- Assess situation.
- Care for the students in your supervision.
- Wait for the "all clear" signal.
Update all Bulletin Boards to create a warm, welcoming campus!
Meet Mrs. Airreanna Finley! (4th Grade)
Question: If you could choose any super power which one would you choose and why?
Answer: I would choose to be able to FLY. I would like to feel the breeze in my long brown hair. Also, it would be amazing not to have to sit in traffic. I would be able to control how fast I could get from place to place.
Question: Who do you admire and why?
Answer: I admire my parents, because they have brought 11 children into our home. My parents adopt and foster children who need a family. My parents say, “That at least a child feel love from someone once in their life.” I admire their energy, inspiration, thrive, and when faced with adversity they preserver.
Question: What is your favorite color?
Answer: Purple
Question: Where would you travel on your dream vacation and why?
Answer: I would love to travel to England. I have always wanted to visit a True castle and meet prince charming. Even though, my husband is great!
When I’m not at Hearne, I am… running around with my four year old son, seven year old daughter, and caring husband. We love to go site seeing and explore new places.
This Year's Character Traits by Month
T-TTESS Tip of the Week
Continue working on your classroom management plans to support Domain 3 of TTESS. The interactive PDF document is available in Schoology for you to complete. Final plans are due by September 30th.
Less Than Annual Criteria
Less Than Annual Opt Out Form
Student Assistance Program @ Hearne
It’s time to enlist some volunteers to facilitate our 2017-18 SAP groups for Hearne Elementary. Please read the attached for more information on how you can become a part of the SAP program!
Let me know by Friday, September 15th if you’d be interested in assisting us with this vital program for our students. Do not hesitate to contact me for more info.
Regards,
Gala Brannon-Jacobs
Hearne Elementary Counselor
281-983-8333
A Message from Ms. Zamora, Our Family Center Liaison
Teachers And Staff,
In your box is a class set of Jump Start forms to be sent home with each student. Each student will take one home and, they should know that if need be, they should return the papers by Tuesday, September 12th. If any of these forms are returned please place them in my box (Ms. Zamora) Family Center Liaison. I appreciate your help and effort in this. Thank you all.
Also …. If anyone wants to know, JumpStart is a district program for 3-year-olds within the district that will be held and facilitated in the family center.
Volunteers Needed for the Parent Center's Opening Day
Email: Yasmeen.Zamora@aliefisd.net
Hearne Elementary School
Website: www.aliefisd.net/hearne
Location: 13939 Rio Bonito Drive, Houston, TX, United States
Phone: 281-983-8333
Twitter: @hearnehusky