Armstrong High School Weekly Update
Week Of November 16, 2015 to November 20, 2015 (Wk11)
"Membership Has Its Privileges - Building A Strong Foundation”
- Lesson Plans are non-negotiable – Lesson plans must be submitted weekly using the new RPS format – UBD model – Lesson plans are a clear picture of Teaching and Learning opportunities in your class
- Reminder to all teachers - please ensure that you are using your Daily Attendance Logs to keep documentation of your back up attendance. More Logs are available at your request.
- Don't forget to return to Mrs. Murray your daily inspirational thought to be read over the announcements. Feel free to submit multiple thoughts of inspiration!
- NEW Announcement Form! All announcements must be submitted electronically. Click on the link above. Announcements must be submitted the day before they are expected to be read.
- Implementation of the 5-5-5 Parent Call Log has begun – Please see Mrs. Carter if you need additional information
Attendance
Attendance will start 1st DAY! Remember to only use the attendance on the home page of ASPEN. Mark students absent who are not present the 1st day. The system will turn them into NO Shows.
Teachers are reminded that Daily Attendance is to be taken in ASPEN within the first 15 minutes of class each period. Usage of the Daily Attendance Logs is not an option, it is mandated per the Code of Virginia - § 22.1-259.
ATTENDANCE INCENTIVE
To ensure we get the most benefit out of this initiative, please keep in mind the following reminders:
- Tickets are to be handed out only to those students who have arrived to their first period of the day on time.
- Do not give out tickets for any other reason. This is strictly an attendance incentive, behavior/academic rewards can be done separately at the teacher’s discretion.
- Do not allow students to leave class to deposit attendance tickets, they should only be deposited during hall passing.
- Please remind students to write their names on the back of each ticket. (yes, some will still forget, we know..)
Like any system, consistency and continuity are key. It's important that we have 100% compliance on this. If you have a 1st or 2nd period class, please participate fully, anything less will greatly reduce the effectiveness of this program.
If you need more tickets (or never received them in the first place) please let Mr. Carvalhaes know ASAP.
Security Reminders
- All staff must wear their RPS ID at all times
- Always lock up all personal items
- DO NOT give studentsbuilding keys for any reason.
- DO NOT open doors for staff. Side entrance will be locked by 8 AM each day. After 8 AM only use the front door entrance.
- Restricted Movement means Restricted Movement! No one is to move when a Restricted Movement Notice has been given. Students nor staff are permitted to be in the hall way. It is for your safety!
- DO NOT purchase snacks for students out of the vending machines. The Vending Machines in room 118 have been relocated to teacher work room.
- DO NOT block a door if a students is trying to leave. Dial 501 to alert security.
- DO NOT encourage students to leave you room. If you need a student removed, alert security.
- DO NOT deny students entrance into class if they are late.
- Please place notification on your door if you are relocating your classroom.
- Follow the 30/30 rule, always!
- Remember NO lunch starts at the bell!
Strengthening the Craft of Teaching and Learning
English
VDOE EOC Reading Spring 2014 Student Performance Analysis
VDOE EOC Reading Spring 2013 Student Performance Analysis
Text Dependent Questions: Sample Question Starters
Prompts for Text Dependent Questions
Science
VDOE Science Spring 2014 Instructional Guidance based on Student Performance
VDOE Earth Science Spring 2013 Student Performance Analysis with Instr. Guidance
VDOE Biology Spring 2013 Student Performance Analysis with Instructional Guidance
VDOE Chemistry Spring 2013 Student Performance Analysis with Instructional Guidance
Math
VDOE Algebra I Spring 2014 Student Performance Analysis
VDOE Geometry Spring 2014 Student Performance Analysis
VDOE Algebra II Spring 2014 Student Performance Analysis
History
VDOE North America Geographic Regions
VDOE Virginia Geographic Regions with Counties
VDOE Virginia Geographic Regions of Virginia Outline
"100 and 80" days to make a difference in the lives of our students"
Monday - November 16, 2015
Underclassmen yearbook pictures through English classes
Nov 16th and 17th for 11th grade/10th grade - Auditorium
Morning - Tutoring Schedule
Monday -- Math
Kristen Lee - Algebra I, Michael Wilkens - Algebra II, Greg Plamer - Geometry
Tuesday - 11 English - Mrs. Conley
Wednesday - History - Mr. Rotella - World I, Mr. Sturm - World II, Mr. McKinney and Ms. Golt - US/VA History
Thursday - Science - Earth Science - Mark Zelonski and Ms.Lenkiewicz, Biology- Ms. Kern, Chemistry - Mr. Jaini
After school tutoring Schedule
Tuesday - Science
Wednesday - English/History
Thursday - Math
8:00 AM – 9:35 AM 1st Block
9:40 AM -11:10 AM 2nd Block
11:15 AM – 1:10 PM 3rd Block
Lunch A (1st Floor) 11:35 PM – 12:00 PM
Lunch B (2nd Floor) 12:45 PM – 1:10 PM
1:15 PM – 2:45 PM 4th Block
2:45 PM Student Dismissal
IA Science Core = Nov. 16th/17th
2nd Attempt for Term Grads -Fall SOL End of Course Writing Assessment - November 16 - 24, 2015
November 16 - 20th College Week - select classes will take part in activities throughout the week -- supported by school counselors, RVA Future Center, and UVA College Guide
What does College Application week look like?:
Seniors will report during their English and Government class to complete at least one application. All applications submitted to most institutions in Virginia are FREE! Please see the attached schedule and memo for reference of the days and times students are to report for application completion
How can I help as a Faculty/Staff member?:
Please help get students excited about college by wearing your Alma mater paraphernalia all week! We also ask that you check your mailbox and post the College We will be having a door decoration competition for teachers, so show your school spirit by decorating your door by Thursday November 19th and win a prize! Winners will be announced on Friday Morning November 20th!
How else can I help as a teacher in the class room?:
It would be a great idea for teachers to use the attached Bingo game and any other assignments and activities to get students to start thinking about College. There are also flyers and handouts attached that you can feel free to pass out to your class and or hand up in your classroom.
Virginia College Application Week is November 16-20.
Location: Media Center unless otherwise noted.
Goal: All seniors will apply to at least one college during the week for FREE!
How: Students will be assigned to a specific day and time to come down and apply through their 12 English and Government class. Two periods are set aside for students interested in on-site admissions. And the last period of the week (8th) is set for students who need to finish any applications from the beginning of the week. Those students will report with a pass.
Please help in making this year's College Application Week a success. A collaborative effort between administration, teachers, faculty and staff will help encouraging our students to solidify their post-secondary plans.
Period 2 Valentine Eng.12 –20 students
Period 4 Valentine Eng.12 – 26 students
Period 6 Gallo PLC Students
Period 8 Snead Govt. - 18 students
Weekly PD - 90 minute - Media Center
Tuesday – November 17, 2015
Underclassmen yearbook pictures through English classes
Nov 16th and 17th for 11th grade/10th grade - Auditorium
Morning - Tutoring Schedule
Tuesday - 11 English - Mrs. Conley
After school tutoring Schedule
Tuesday - Science
Virginia College Application Week is November 16-20
Period 1 Valentine Eng.12- 28 students
Period 3 Snead AP Govt. –20 students
Period 5 Valentine Eng.12 – 25 students
Period 7 Valentine Eng.12 – 22 students
IA Science Core = Nov. 16th/17th
2nd Attempt for Term Grads -Fall SOL End of Course Writing Assessment - November 16 - 24, 2015
Wednesday - November 18, 2015
Morning - Tutoring Schedule
Wednesday - History - Mr. Rotella - World I, Mr. Sturm - World II, Mr. McKinney and Ms. Golt - US/VA History
After school tutoring Schedule
Wednesday - English/History
November 18th - No school for students - Parent Teacher Conference - 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Family/Community/Faculty Feast - 11:30 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
The Fall Athletic Banquet will be held at the Richmond Airport Hotel at 6:00 pm.
New Teacher Training - Boushall Middle School - 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Lesson Plans Week 14 & 15
Thursday – November 19, 2015
Underclassmen yearbook pictures through English classes
Nov 19th and 20th for 10th grade/9th grade
Morning - Tutoring Schedule
Thursday - Science - Earth Science - Mark Zelonski and Ms.Lenkiewicz, Biology- Ms. Kern, Chemistry - Mr. Jaini
After school tutoring Schedule
Thursday - Math
2nd Attempt for Term Grads -Fall SOL End of Course Writing Assessment - November 16 - 24, 2015
Virginia College Application Week is November 16-20
Period 1 Snead Govt. – 27 students
Period 3 West Virginia State
University on-site Admissions
Period 5 Snead Govt. –26 students
Period 7 Conley AP Eng.Lit – 16 students
(Mayor will be visiting; students located in the Future Center)
Friday – November 20, 2015
Underclassmen yearbook pictures through English classes
Nov 19th and 20th for 10th grade/9th grade
2nd Attempt for Term Grads -Fall SOL End of Course Writing Assessment - November 16 - 24, 2015
Virginia College Application Week is November 16-20
Period 2 Snead Govt. –23 students
Period 4 Snead Govt. –25 students
Period 6 Longwood On-site Admissions
Period 8 Student with a pass
Bryant and Stratton will present careers in the medical field to students on Friday, November 20th @ 9:40 am.
Saturday - November 21, 2015
Sophomores will travel to Reynolds College on Saturday, November 21st for the administration of the placement test for the upcoming school year. Students will report to Armstrong @ 8:00 am.
Wildcat Boys' Basketball scrimmages Hermitage in the Maxie C. Robinson Gymnasium at 12:00 pm.
Concerns and Updates
- Don't miss out! There are a few Homecoming T-Shirts left. Get yours today!
- Senior Portraits by our very own Mr. Hockaday and the Yearbook student staff members - Armstrong Auditorium - select times 1st, 2nd, and 6th period
- Seniors must take the SAT before January because of the new SAT scheduled for March. Any seniors taking the SAT in March will NOT have scores back until May
- Benchmark Testing Window - Tuesday, October 27th - Tuesday, November 24th - All Benchmarks will be in a folder on IA called RPS Nine-Week Benchmarks and within a sub-folder called 2015-2016
- Benchmark Testing Dates: IA History Core = Nov. 4th/5th, IA English Core Nov. 6th/9th, IA Math Core = Nov. 12th/13th, IA Science Core = Nov. 16th/17th, Extended Core Testing Window = Nov. 2nd to Nov.12th
- Reminder - teachers should not add or move children within IA platform, nor do we correct schedules in IA. Changes are corrected in ASPEN and uploaded overnight in IA
- Confirm the accuracy of student schedules prior to the beginning of the testing window
- 2nd Attempt for Term Grads -Fall SOL End of Course Writing Assessment - November 16 - 24, 2015
- November 16 - 20th College Week - select classes will take part in activities throughout the week -- supported by school counselors, RVA Future Center, and UVA College Guide
- November 18th - No school for students - Parent Teacher Conference - 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Family/Community/Faculty Feast - 11:30 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
- November 25th - 27th - Thanksgiving Break - NO School
- Graduation - Tuesday, June 14, 2016 -- 7:00 p.m. Armstrong Altria Theater
- Are your lesson plans updated and outside of your door?
- Please be mindful of the students that rotate out of your class with or without a pass. All students must be given a pass to exit your classroom. Hall walkers should not be given an exit ticket out of your room.
- It is imperative that the Faculty and Staff adhere to all due dates and meeting times.
- Make sure student attendance is taken in every class.
- Please make sure you are honoring the 30/30 time frame.
- All teachers are expected to stand at their door during the change of class.
- Please encourage students to move along quickly. We all must communicate the same message to these young people.
- Thank you for all of your hard work!
Questions, Comments, Concerns? Please email me at your earliest convenience.
Email: ahawkins@richmond.k12.va.us
Website: http://web.richmond.k12.va.us/ahs/Home.aspx
Location: 2300 Cool Lane, Richmond, VA, United States
Phone: (804) 780-4449