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Week of February 15th
Welcome
TGIF and Happy Valentine's Day!
Thank you for the time you invested completing report cards. As a parent, I can assure you that your efforts and input are greatly appreciated.
Please remember that all SGO modifications must take place by Monday, February 15th. This is a firm date. See below for details.
The 4-day weekend couldn't have come at a better time. Be sure to take some time for yourself. Stay warm and see you on Wednesday!
David
Faculty Meeting - Wednesday, 2/17
We will meet as a staff on Wednesday in the media center. Denise will briefly present on CPR
Then, we will offer 3 tech-related sessions based on staff feedback and needs. Each session will be 25 minutes. All staff will have an opportunity to select two sessions.
Google Drive - Kate Elliott (Media Center)
The basics and beyond
Advanced Google Slides - Vikki (Computer Lab)
There is life after Print Shop
Transitioning From Mac To PC - Jane Ellen (Mary L's room)
Making the change with grace and dignity
Tech Byte with Vikki
March 7th Lunch
+ Steve's sausage, peppers and onions with a side of penne pasta and marinara sauce
+ Chris's tossed salad with grilled chicken
+ David's jambalaya over white rice
Each meal will be $7.00 and include bottled water. A slice of Tana's homemade ice cream cake may be included for an additional $1.50. Lunch will be prepared and served in the Stony Brook cafeteria.
Click here to place your order. All orders must be submitted by Monday, February 29th. Please submit your payment (cash only, please) in a sealed envelope with your full name to JoAnn Thomson at HES no later than Wednesday, March 2nd.
Sincerely,
Tana, Chris, Steve & David
March Menu
Two new entrees have been added this month:
+ homemade chicken quesadillas (with homemade salsa and guacamole), side: orange slices
+ bento box with whole wheat mini wheels pasta salad with tomatoes and mozzarella, sides: pepper slices, hard-boiled egg, melon slices, Annie's Bunny Grahams
Three other entrees are:
+ homemade flatbread pizza with fresh mozzarella, basil, & tomato, side: grapes
+ grilled cheese sandwich on Texas Toast with homemade chicken noodle soup, side: fruit
+ homemade waffles with fresh berries, turkey sausage and fruit smoothies
If interested, please pre-order online. The cost is $4.75 which includes a beverage.
Reminder: Budget
Reminder: Fire Marshal Visit (2.23.2016)
Please make sure your classrooms, offices and work spaces meet the safety requirements. These include:
+ minimum 24 inches from ceiling
+ doors closed on day of visitation (no doors propped open)
+ storage closets must be accessible and organized
+ coffeemakers, microwaves, refrigerators and other large appliances should not be in your classroom
+ extension cords should not be present
Please ask Carlos or me if you have any questions.
Update: New Students
Here is an update:
+ kindergartner (2/17 start in K-B)
+ 4th grader (2/17 start in 4D)
+ 5th grader (2/17 start in 5C)
+ possible 5th grader (mid-March)
Reminder: Lesson Plans
Reminder: SGOs
Administrators may now unlock SGO's. To make modifications, email the administrator who is responsible for reviewing your SGO. Once the change is made, reach back out to the same administrator.
If I am assigned to review your SGO: please email me even if you don't require a change. I will then advance your SGO in OnCourse from "initial implementation" to "final implementation."
Let me know if you have any questions!
HVEF Grant Proposals: Spring 2016
Reminder: Field Trips and Workshops
Upcoming Events
2/17 - Tour @ 9:00 AM
2/18 - Student Council @ 8:30 AM
2/19 - RTI Meetings (AM)
2/25 - School Store Returns
Week of 2/29 - Book Fair
Upcoming Professional Development Days
2/17 - Faculty Meeting (Tech break-out sessions)
3/7 - Early Dismissal (various workshops)
4/19 - Olivia Wahl (grade 1)
4/20 - Olivia Wahl (kindergarten)
4/21 - Olivia Wahl (grade 2)
Article of the Week
I'm proud of what we are doing at HES to help young girls develop a love of science, math, engineering and technology.
How Elementary School Teachers’ Biases Can Discourage Girls From Math and Science
Contact Information
Email: davidfriedrich@hvrsd.org
Website: http://www2.hvrsd.org/Schools/hopewell/Pages/default.aspx
Location: 35 Princeton Avenue, Hopewell, NJ, United States
Phone: (609)737-4007
Twitter: @HopewellES