Roadrunner Review
February 2016 Principal Newsletter by Erika A. Krohn
Spotlight on Strategies: A Closer Look at Close Reading
One of Canyon Rim's best teaching practices is Close Reading. A key idea of the Common Core State Standards is: Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. Starting in kindergarten, students are being asked to "cite evidence" or "justify reasoning" by using the text. Close reading is a strategy which helps students get into the habit of reading complex text and using the text to support answers. Essentially, close reading means reading to uncover layers of meaning that lead to deeper comprehension. See the graphic below to see the steps of Close Reading.
Canyon Rim Visual and Performing Arts
Canyon Rim Employees of the Year
Canyon Rim Teacher of the Year: 1st Grade Teacher Mrs. Dee Mar
Canyon Rim Classified Employee of the Year: Health Clerk Mrs. Roberta Goins
PTA Parents' Night Out and Raffle
I would like to personally invite you to Canyon Rim’s fundraising event, Parents’ Night Out. This fun, adult only event is on February 26th. Buy your tickets now and don’t miss your opportunity to bid on unique auction items. In addition, the winner of the much anticipated Vacation Raffle will be drawn live! Proceeds will raise money for upgrading and purchasing new technology for our students and classrooms. Last year, our event brought in over $35,000 which allowed us to purchase 160 Chrome Books. With the Chrome Books, students are able to research, respond and collaborate virtually, create multi-media presentations, and use 21st century skills on a daily basis in the classroom.
Sell your vacation raffle tickets - last year our very on Mrs. Berg won the trip! For each family that sells 10 tickets your student(s) attends a fun basketball dunk show!
Own a business? Consider donating an in-kind item for the auction or help underwrite the raffle prize! Contact me with any questions.
Feel free to share with your friends.
Best regards,
Mrs. Abella, Canyon Rim Parent and PTA Member
Upcoming February Events
- February 3 at 8:30 A.M.-English Language Advisory Committee (ELAC) Meeting
- February 4 at 2:30 P.M-School Site Council (SSC) Meeting
- February 10 at 8:15-Parent Teacher Association (PTA) Meeting
- February 12-Lincoln Holiday, No School
- February 15-Washington Holiday, No School
- February 26 at 5:00 P.M.-Parents' Night Out Event