Jensen Ranch
October 11, 2019
Week at a Glance
Week at a Glance for Oct. 14-18, 2019
Click Here for the Jensen Master Calendar. You have access to it on your Google calendar under the "Other Calendars" section under your "My Calendars" section. This is the year to begin using your Google calendar to keep up to date!
Friday Reminders
Thank you for everyone's flexibility over the past few days with the PG&E power issues. It is wonderful to be back today with all of you and our kiddos!
Additional resources for Dia de los Muertos and Native American Heritage Month in November and will be sent out next week.
Thank you to Brynya, Katelyn , Kelly F., and Tamara for all your work in preparing for and then presenting at the school board presentation last night. The board really loved our focus on Flexible Seating and it helped to build their understanding about what it is and why it is important. Thank you, also to Kathryn and Nicky and Ember for being our cheering squad to honor Mairen M. and Christine C.
Student Council Elections, Great Shakeout and the Walkathon are all next week!
Also, an official welcome to Hannah Miller who will be starting her long term sub position in Room 3 on Monday!
Congratulations to Mairen and Christine! Two outstanding Jensen Jaguars who were recognized at our school board meeting on 10/11.
Earthquake Preparedness
At Tuesday's Staff Meeting, we will be reviewing our Earthquake Preparedness for the Great Shakeout on Thurs., 10/17 between the K-3 and 4-5 morning recess times.
Please ensure you take time in the next few days to show your students where they are to report on the blacktop in case of an emergency. I also encourage you to talk about basic earthquake safety procedures so that students are informed and can participate more readily.
Updated safety paperwork will be handed out at our staff meeting.
10/31: Halloween Costumes Permitted
Friday Flag Helpers - Gr. 4 on Fri., 10/18
Grade 4 teachers, please select 5 students who will fill the roles listed on the link below.
There are 5 roles, so as a grade-level team, decide the best way to select 5 students from the three classrooms. We will continue to rotate between 3rd-4th-5th grade through the first trimester and then will add 2nd grade to the helper list. I would encourage you to use this as a way to do some personal bucket-filling for kids who may need some positive recognition.
Add Student Names by 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. If you, as the teacher would like to notify the parents, you are welcome to do so since you are selecting the student.
Nathan Cho- Gr. 3 - Knows all the roles and will be my direct assistant at Friday Flag making sure the assigned students know what to do for their jobs.
Mighty Jaguar Homework Club -Gr. 3, 4, 5
Session 1 Oct. 7-Dec. 9
We will reevaluate our nominations for Session 2 in December and the 2nd Session will begin in January.
Prodigy Math Online Resource
Thank you for attending the Prodigy webinar today. I think this will be a good additional resource to use with our students that allows them to work on tailored math skills. I'll do some follow-up on the questions we had at the end of the training and get back to you probably on Tuesday or Wednesday since Monday is Thanksgiving in Canada, so it's a holiday.
In the meantime, log-in, set-up your class and start exploring. Remember that we want the students to begin with assessment first and any students who currently have an account, we want them linked to your classroom with your teacher code.
Should You Use Prodigy Math Game in Your Classroom?
Prodigy: Teacher Overview Slideshow
Prodigy Math Game, Gr. 1, Level 1-5
An Introduction to Prodigy WebinarAfter we've had some time to use Prodigy with our students, we can schedule a follow-up webinar to take our knowledge and use of Prodigy to the next level!
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Follow-Up from our trainer Mike to me:
As promised I have sent out the teacher toolkit for your teachers and have sent them to their individual email addresses. Below are the links that I have shared with your teacher, hopefully, you find them helpful as well.
Your Teacher Toolkit: giving you access to videos, printables, and answers to FAQs. Make sure to bookmark this one!
Prodigy Champion’s Club application: join our exclusive network of teachers just like you, sharing best practices, discovering new ways to engage your students and earning rewards!
Share our Prodigy for Parents video with the parents of your students!
Here's today's recording as well: https://prodigygame.zoom.us/recording/play/gVMOpQzyGJXy9crRJWMM1PMaDRp-2VRztLD_UV-YE5ZS_d0XGriabAzEXl5Dle93?autoplay=true&startTime=1570823133000
Please let me know if you have any further questions or concerns.
Thanks and looking forward to working with you this year,
Matthew Gike
Request for Leave Forms
Writers' Workshop Resources w/ EL Materials
I'm not sure if you are aware of this, but this is a valuable resource of great teaching videos for demonstrating parts of Writers' Workshop.
The Reading and Writing Project - Teachers College, Columbia University
If you don't already have an account, it is free and then you have access to EL materials that go with writers workshop curriculum as well as videos and assessments with rubrics, etc.
Measure G Updates
Jensen Measure G Work:
- Slurry and repaint blacktop (Summer 2020)
- Proposed Library, Resource Room and staff room/office reconfiguration to increase function and improve the use of space (summer 2021)
- Painting-new exterior color scheme (next summer)
- Solar array/panels-exploring optional locations-possibly outer edges of playground and would possibly double as a shade structure.
- We are exploring the possible rerouting of the fire lane further from the buildings and the possibility of adding an additional portable to allow flexibility in space for programs like RTI/MTSS. (summer 2021)
You will be kept up to date as more information becomes available. If you have any questions, please let me know.
Interpreter Services
To request an in-person interpreter, fill out the online Interpreter Request form (below) with the required information to submit your interpreter request.
A minimum of two weeks notice is needed for an "in-person" interpreter. On occasion, an interpreter can be found on shorter notice, but that is generally not the norm and should not be expected. An email will be sent on your behalf to request an interpreter within 24 hours of the first workday after your request has been received. You will be included on that email and will be notified via email when your interpreter request has been filled.
For last-minute interpreting needs, you and the family can use the Language Line. Click the link for the directions.
Elementary Assessment Calendar for 2019-2020
Please review the 2019-2020 Elementary Assessment Calendar and work with your grade level team as you work on your curriculum planning. This is a live link so if there are updates or changes it will be reflected on this document.
JAM Dates
JAM Lesson 1:
Being Revised! TBD ASAP
JAM Lesson 2:
K-2 January 29
3-5 February 5
JAM Lesson 3:
K-2 April 1
3-5 April 8
Report Card Timelines
Check the Report Card Timelines document to ensure you are on track for getting things completed on time. The 1st trimester ends on Fri., 11/8.
Student Council Timeline/Meeting Dates
Here is a list of important dates for Student Council:
- Monday, October 7th - Paperwork goes to students
- Friday, October 11th - Paperwork is due by 12:00 (extended to Mon., 10/14 by 8:10 a.m.)
- Monday, October 14th - Students bring posters and practice speeches at recess - Hang up posters in the Multipurpose Room
- Tuesday, October 15th - practice speeches at recess
- Wednesday, October 16th - Student Council election. Fourth grade and 5th grade start at 8:30. 3rd grade will go after ~9:30.
During Student Council meeting dates 3rd grade will attend upper-grade lunchtime. The dates are as follows:
- Wednesday, October 23rd
- Wednesday, November 6th
- Wednesday, December 11th
- Wednesday, January 5th
- Wednesday, February 12th
- Wednesday, March 11th
- Wednesday, April 1st
- Wednesday, May 6th
- Wednesday, May 21st
CVSAN Green Schools Assembly Fri., 10/18
Report to the MPR for the annual CVSAN Green School's Kick-Off Assembly where we will review the 4 R's-Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Rot. The assemblies will begin at the time listed so please have your class in the MPR a few minutes before your start time. The youngest grade level will sit in the front rows facing the screen.
4-5 assembly 9:05-9:30
2-3 assembly 9:35-10:00
Vision Awareness Class Visits: Th., 10/24 & Th., 11/14
Vision Awareness Assembly-Class Visits/Guide Dogs for the Blind
Due to our schedule constraints, Rusk's 4th and 5th graders will separately attend the visits with other classrooms.
Thursday, October 24th Grades (Some Gr. 2)-5
Thursday, November 14th Grades K-(Some Gr. 2)
20 min. Class visit with Provolone, the guide dog puppy in training.
20 min. Class visit visually Impaired students to learn more about what it is like to be visually impaired.
Guatemala Presentation-Rm. 7
Guatemala Presentation-Rm. 7
Guatemala Presentation-Rm. 7
Hispanic Heritage Month Resources
September 15 began national recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month. As with the recognition of all groups, we will take some time to recognize the culture, history, and contributions of Latinos today and throughout history. Hispanic Heritage Month is the period to recognize the contributions, culture, and history of Hispanic Americans and Latinos from across the globe.
PBS Learning Media - Hispanic Heritage Video 1:41
K Hispanic Heritage Word Search
1 Hispanic Heritage Word Search
2 Hispanic Heritage Word Search
3 Hispanic Heritage Word Search
Thank you to our staff, students, and families as they participate in activities to build awareness within our school community. As October comes to a close, we are going to be learning about Dia de los Muertos, which some students may be familiar with from the animated movie Coco. If you are interested in supporting these school activities, let me know. We are going to have an ofrenda in Room 9 on November 1 and I'm working with PTA to host a Coco Family Movie Night on Fri., Nov. 1-Dia de los Muertos.
Click Here to Share Your Class/Grade Level Plans to recognize Hispanic Heritage Month.
Dia de los Muertos Resources (more to come)
November is Indigenous/Native People Heritage Month
November is Indigenous People Heritage Month
Let's start thinking about how we can celebrate Native American cultures throughout our school!
Native American Heritage Month-PBS Media 1:28
https://americanindian.si.edu/nk360/resources.cshtml
https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/collections/teaching-content/native-american-heritage-0/
Mark Your Calendars!
2019-2020
Mon., 10/14 Student Council Packets Due Before 8:10 bell.
Mon., 10/14-Tues., 10/15 Student Council poster due Mon.; practice speeches
Tues., 10/15 Staff Meeting 3:05 p.m. in Science Room
Tues., 10/15 PTA Meeting 7:00 p.m.
Wed., 10/16 Student Council Speeches Assembly Gr. 4-5 8:30 a.m.; Gr. 3 approx. 9:30 a.m.
Wed., 10/16 SSC (Library)
Th., 10/17 Great Shakeout
Fri., 10/18 Green Schools Assembly (MPR)
Fri., 10/18 Spirit Day-Hat Day
Fri., 10/18 PTA Walkathon
Tues., 10/22 Fall Picture Make-Ups (Library)
Th., 10/24 Assembly Guide Dogs for the Blind-individual class visits (40 min.)
Fri., 10/25 PTA Halloween Carnival
Th., 10/31 Halloween-Students & Staff may dress-up following the guidelines
November Indigenous Month
Tue., 11/5 Cross-Site Collaboration en lieu of Staff Meeting
Fri., 11/8 End 1st Trimester
Fri., 11/8 CVEdF Dynamic Dinner-Bollywood!
11/18-22 CV United Against Hate Week
11/18 CV Unity Walk
11/20 United Against Hate Poetry & Art Slam
December Jensen's DO Art Display Month
Check the online school calendars for updates:
Jensen Ranch Master Calendar-families
Jensen Ranch Public Calendar-for staff
Reminders & Resources
NON-JENSEN STUDENT VOLUNTEERS
Click Here to list the names/information of any regular non-Jensen student volunteers that you are expecting to help in your classroom during our school day. While on campus, the student will be under your direct supervision and it is expected that you have been in communication with the student’s family and that they know the student is on our campus to volunteer.
PBIS and the PAW PLEDGE
Use the lesson plans in the staff PBIS Handbook as a guide and adapt as necessary to your grade level. Reinforce these lessons as needed with your students throughout the school year!
Resources:
Electronic Copies of JR PBIS Lesson Plans
SECOND STEP LESSON TRACKER
The lesson tracker should be updated by the last school day of each month. Once the 19-20 tracker is available it will be posted here.
PD OPPORTUNITIES FROM ED SERVICES
Please Click Here/TBD for 2019-2020 to see what professional development opportunities are being hosted by Educational Services & Special Education. Please contact the host of each event for any questions or additional information.
MYSTERY SCIENCE MATERIALS
Please see this link for the reimbursement procedure, budget amount, and materials list.
MTSS
CVUSD MTSS Team Drive of Resources 2019
RTI-From Amy Valvo
The book leveling website is amazing! Often times, we are unsure what level some of the books are in our classroom. Please use the link to search over 60,000 titles with my username and password. Extending Learners w/ Book Clubs
Resources:
This website will give you access to nearly 60,000 titles and their corresponding levels:
https://www.fandpleveledbooks.com/login.aspx
Username: avalvo@cv.k12.ca.us Password: rti
www.readworks.org and www.newsela.com (Both great, free resources for reading passages)
SOCIAL STUDIES FRAMEWORK-NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR SOCIAL STUDIES
https://www.socialstudies.org/sites/default/files/c3/C3-Framework-for-Social-Studies.pdf
TROUBLE TICKETS
https://help-cvusd.issuetrak.com/Login.asp
If you have an issue and it is still a concern but it has been updated to “Closed” status, please communicate with Jeanine. You may still need to update/resubmit the request or we may be
BEHAVIOR/SOCIAL EMOTIONAL
Second Step 19-20
The Six Tenants of Classroom Management
Ideas for Emotional Regulation in the Classroom
EL RESOURCES
OCCUPATIONAL RESOURCES (OT)
Occupational Therapist Support & Resources
NEW DIGITAL RESEARCH RESOURCES FOR TEACHERS: California State Library
https://www.library.ca.gov/services/to-public/k-12-online-content-project/
Potential Parcel Tax Measure
Click Here to Access the CVUSD Local Funding Page for More Information
High-Quality Education
Castro Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) provides an excellent education that prepares students to graduate ready for competitive colleges and 21st-century careers. This is possible thanks to strong academic programs, excellent teachers, high-performing students and a supportive community.
Planning for the Future
As we look to the future, we know we cannot rely on the state to provide the level of funding our schools need. Our District is among the lowest funded in Alameda County and has already made $1.8 million in ongoing cuts in the past two years. Additionally, the Bay Area is one of the most expensive places to live in the country, and many of our teachers live right here in Castro Valley. By retaining and attracting the highest quality teachers, we can improve student achievement and continue providing an excellent education to students.
Potential Local Funding Measure
To provide dedicated funding for our schools to support programs and teachers, the Castro Valley Unified School District Board of Education is considering placing a local parcel tax measure on an upcoming ballot. Although no final decisions have been made, a measure may cost $96 per parcel per year and generate $1.5 million annually for six years.
Funds from a measure could:
- Retain and attract highly qualified teachers
- Preserve strong academic programs in reading, writing, science, technology, engineering, arts and math
- Prepare students for college and careers
- Support the health and well-being of all students
- Keep schools clean and well-maintained
Fiscal Accountability Provisions of Potential Local Measure
- All revenue from the measure would be spent right here in our District to support local schools and could not be taken away by the State
- A citizens’ oversight committee and annual audits would ensure that all funds are spent as promised
- No funds could go to administrator salaries
- Seniors would be eligible for an exemption from the cost
About Us
Email: lmaclean@cv.k12.ca.us
Website: https://jensenranch.cv.k12.ca.us/
Location: 20001 Carson Lane, Castro Valley, CA, USA
Phone: 1(510)537-6365
Facebook: facebook.com/lisamacleanprincipal/
Twitter: @JensenJaguars