Captain Isaac Paine School
October-Principal Update
October 26, 2021
Dear CIP Families and Staff,
Happy October! We have been busy at CIP learning! Students have completed fall benchmark assessments and Learning Stations have begun at CIP. Learning Stations promote collaboration around engageing activities and offer students choice and differentiation.
Learning Stations are meaningful and fun while moving students forward with reading and math skills. Learning Stations also ensure a positive classroom culture. This time also allows classroom teachers and specialists to work with students in small groups and/or individually on specific skills, content and/or strategies. We are working very hard on closing gaps due to potential learning loss at CIP with all our students.
Ask your child about all the activities that happen during Learning Station time during reading and math!
As a reminder, we have returned to school with only a full in person only learning option this year. If a child is absent from school only asynchronous learning will be provided as an option. Zoom will no longer be an option at this time. All assignments will be posted in Google Classrooms. Please reach out to your child's teacher for further information. Students are responsible to complete asynchronous work when absent from school. All communication as to why students are absent from school are confidential and may be only shared by parents/guardians.
I thank you in advance with your patience and flexibility as our protocols and procedures are constantly changing based on guidance from The State Department of Health and The CDC. Your cooperation and support is always greatly appreciated.
Please keep in mind that this can be subject to change due to state mandates. All students learn best in person and that is our ultimate goal at CIP! We love having our children all back in the building! They are the reason we have school!
Please reach out with any questions and/or concerns.
Mrs. Marcella Terranova Clark
Principal
*Please contact Mrs. Soares or myself with any questions or concerns @ 647-5100 or via email @ Kim.Soares@paineschool.org and @ Marcella.Clark@paineschool.org.
Information For The School Year~
ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL- School Day: 9:05am-3:30pm- All K-5 Students!
Please be on time!
Classes will begin at 9:05 a.m.~
Students can begin to be dropped off at 8:55 am. Please do not drop off students any earlier since there is no supervision until 8:55 a.m. Please do not park in front of the building. These lanes are reserved for the school buses. If you are dropping off your child in grades K-5, please go through the drive through lane in the parking lot near the Preschool/K Playground. For safety reasons, please park in the designated area if you need to help a child out of the vehicle. Please ensure your child has his/her mask on and backpack ready to go as you enter the parking lot drop off. This will help with the traffic flow. A teacher assistant(s) will be stationed at this area to greet the students from 8:55-9:05 a.m. Students will then go straight to their classrooms until the start of the school day. A.M. Preschoolers only will be dropped off between 9:05 and 9:10. Preschool parents are expected to follow the drop off loop (to the right of the building). If you need to help your child out of the vehicle, parents will park in the designated parking area and walk their child to the sidewalk where a preschool staff member is present. For safety reasons, please park if you need to help a child out of the vehicle. A Preschool staff member will escort the child into the preschool classroom. If parents arrive after 9:10, our staff will not be at the side door. Parents will need to escort their child in through the main office and sign in. Masks and social distancing is required at all times when inside the school building.
PreK Times Only For AM/PM Sessions:
9:05-9:10-AM drop off by Prek Playground
11:30- PM-Pick up by the Prek Playground
12:15 -12:20 -PM drop off by the Prek Playground
2:50-PM pick up by the Prek Playground
*Please do not drop off students without an adult/staff present at the drop off designated area.
TARDIES~
If you and your K-5 child arrive past 9:05, your child will be considered tardy. You must accompany him/her to the office where a pass will be issued to enter class. Please do not drop your child off in front of the school. There is no outdoor supervision after 9:05 a.m., and we need your signature on the tardy form in the office. Parents need to escort children into the building if they are tardy. Please use the main entrance. Please enter the building with a mask.
EARLY DISMISSAL~
If your child needs to be dismissed prior to 3:30, please complete the Early Dismissal form sent home with your child (also found on the website and in the main office). Unless in the case of an emergency, we ask that you avoid calling the school to let them know of the early dismissal. Learning happens up until the last minutes of the day. When we have to call down to a classroom to dismiss students early, we interrupt the learning of the entire class. All students who are being dismissed early must be signed out at the office. No student will be released to another adult other than a parent, unless directions to that effect are received in writing the morning of the dismissal.
DISMISSAL
A.M. Preschool Parents will pick up their students at the pick up door near the preschool/K playground.
Students that ride the bus will all be dismissed beginning at 3:20p.m.
Students that are being picked up will be dismissed beginning at 3:18-3:23 p.m. (Last names A-L) and 3:24-3:30pm (Last names M-Z.) Please park in the south parking lot and come to the door near the kindergarten playground for after school pick up.
Students who will be pick-ups must be sent to school with a note (yellow slip preferred) they will be picked up. This note will remain in the office and a pick up list will be distributed daily. Please do not call the office with this information as we will have to call into the classroom to let your child’s teacher know, thus interrupting the learning of the entire class.
Please be prepared to show picture identification (ex. driver’s license) when signing out your child. Students will not be released to another adult unless that adult is on the student’s Biographical Information Sheet/ASPEN. This adult will need to show a picture identification as well.
Once you have received your child, please exit the building immediately so the area will be clear for student dismissal.
*If you are "picking up" classroom materials please avoid arrival and dismissal times since this will interfere with safety. Materials can be "picked up" until 4:15 pm daily.
All Materials will be placed in the front foyer by grade levels in bins. Please buzz the office to retrieve materials.
*Please keep in mind that all assignments and materials can be located digitally in your child's Google Classroom.
NEW News & Updates~
- 10/20- Thank you to our PTO for the outdoor assembly. Chris Poulos visited CIP and presented an anti bullying/BMX stunt rider performance. It was enjoyed by all! It was great to have an assembly back at CIP!
- 10/20 & 10/21- CIP Virtual Open House at CIP!Thank you to all who were able to attend! Looking forward to an in person option next school year!
- All K-5 Students completed their Fall Winter i-Ready banchmark assessment this month. Data to follow!
- Welcome to Priscilla Aubourg! Mrs. Aubourg will be joining the staff at CIP as a part time Teacher Assistant.
A Message From Our Bus Drivers~
No Cell Phones/Computers on the bus! Please refer to The CIP Handbook and Cell Phone Policy.
*Please inform your bus driver if your child will not be riding the bus due to illness.
Thank you in advance for your attention to this matter.
Information can also be found on our school's website:
Attendance Matters- Always!
Attendance Letters are sent home monthly to CIP families if their child has 10 or more unexcused absences, tardies, and/or early dismissals.
At CIP we inspire students to become life long learners and responsible citizens in our community by providing a challenging and supportive environment. One of our goals at CIP is to prepare our students for success. Attendance Matters!
According to RI General Law 16-18-1 every child is required to attend public school during all the days and hours that the public schools are in session in the city or town the child resides. Students are therefore expected to be present each day of the school year unless officially excused. This includes times when distance learning has been fully or partially implemented, and attendance and engagement in continuous educational learning matters the most.
If your child is ill and cannot attend school in person please call the office at 647-5100 and/or email erica.regan@paineschool.org, or use the COVID Hotline 217-5019. to report your child's absent and/or symptoms.
Please call the office at 647-5100 at any time if you are need of support or guidance at home. Our school social worker and school psychologist are also available to help and can be reached at maureen.mcentee@paineschool.org and angela.ruscito@paineschool.org.
*Please keep in mind that EXCUSED Absences, Tardies, and Early Dismissals require a Drs. Note or an excuse from the school nurse. Please send all appropriate documentation to the school office. Please reference The CIP Student Handbook.
Updated COVID Guidelines/Procedures~
Updated COVID-19 Information for Families~
Continue to Report and Communicate!
COVID Information:
Please refer to the daily COVID Screen prior to entering the school!
***Reporting Probable or Actual COVID-19 Symptoms
If you are symptomatic, probable, confirmed, or a close contact please CALL THE NEW HOTLINE: NUMBER:
1-401-217-5019...PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE OR TEXT and/or email @ cipcovidereporting@paineschool.org
PLEASE INCLUDE:NAME and SYMPTOMS!
*All Staff & Students please see the school nurse with your Attestation Form prior to entering the classroom when returning from an illness. Thank you!
*Updated -Outbreak Response Protocols:Updated Playbook-Prek-12
This version includes updated quarantine guidance, recommended testing for all close contacts, and clarification on travel guidance.
***REMINDER- IF YOUR CHILD IS ABSENT YOU STILL NEED TO CALL THE MAIN OFFICE AND REPORT HIS/HER ABSENCE TO THE SCHOOL' s SECRETARY/NURSE at 401-647-5100.
PLEASE EMAIL/CALL THE SCHOOL WITH ANY QUESTIONS!
COVID/SICK Reporting~
**Reporting Probable or Actual COVID-19 Symptoms to CIP:
If you are symptomatic, probable, confirmed, or a close contact please CALL THE HOTLINE
NUMBER: 1-401-217-5019...PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE OR TEXT and/or email @ cipcovidereporting@paineschool.org
PLEASE INCLUDE: YOUR NAME,CHILDS NAME, GRADE, TEACHER and SYMPTOMS!
*Please use this hotline if your child is sick. Please remember to use the hotline and/or call the office if your child is absent before 9:05. Phone calls will be made by office staff for all absences and tardies.
* A negative PCR is required to be submitted prior to reentry to school. Please send results to nurse@paineschool.org.
* Please communicate with your child's teacher directly since HIPAA prevents us from disclosing information.
* Also Asynchronous work should be completed if your child is ill and/or a close contact and in quarantine.
*Please try to schedule all vacations in accordance with our school calendar. Please consult with The Department of Health and/or our school nurse with quarantine and testing questions and/or protocols.
*Attendance counts and still counts towards our star rating from the state!
Technology~
TECHNOLOGY-
*Please direct all TECHNICAL issues to Dr. Du. Please use this contact number:
(1-860-481-3797) You may text or call. Please do not call the school line.
Please contact Dr. Du with any Wifi issues, digital program issues and/or chrome book issues.
*Chromebooks this year were distributed by classroom teachers and communication will be sent to all families individually in regards to class/home use of technology. This will be dependent on grade levels. All chromebooks need to be brought back and forth to school daily and charged at night. Please keep all devices in cases.Thank you!
Grade level bins will still be kept outside the main office for retrieval of any school items.
Sodexo~
October Lunch Menu: October Menu
November Lunch Menu: Lunch Menu- November
* Breakfast/Snack Bags are available as a "grab and go" in the am and lunch is a "grab and go" in the pm. All are FREE to ALL students until December 2021 due to grant funding.
Safety Drills~
Fire, Safety, and Lockdown Drills-
Fire, safety, evacuation, and lockdown drills are necessary for the safety of students, faculty and staff. State law requires fifteen drills per year. These drills are crucial so staff and students know where to go and how to respond if there was ever an actual threatening situation. All safety procedures are reviewed annually with staff. The school will conduct 15 drills per year following the RIDE requirements and COVID protocols as well as safety guidelines.
Plans are devloped by our School's Safety Committee with emergency experts present.
* In an event of a fire or potential safety concern families will be notified as soon as possible with an update and instructions if needed. Please avoid contacting and arriving at the school. Our focus first and foremost, is the safety of all the students and staff in the building. Visitors will NOT be allowed in the building during an emergency situation. We have safety procedures and protocols in place to ensure our CIP students and staff are safe. We thank you in advance with your patience and cooperation regarding this matter.
Important Dates~
10/26- Foster School Committee Meeting-
CIP Cafeteria- 7:15 pm
10/28- All Staff Professional Development Day-
Asynchronous Day of Learning for All Students
10/29- CIP School Spirit Day! Wear Festive Halloween Wear and/or orange and Black. Please no costumes.
10/29- Trunk or Treat For CIP Students at The Foster Fair Grounds - 4pm.
Rain Date: Saturday, October 30th @ 4 pm
10/31- Happy Halloween! Trick or Treat!
11/11- No School For All Staff- Veteran's Day!
11/15- Early Release Day For Students- No PM Prek Session
PD Day For All Staff
11/24, 11/25, 11/26- Thanksgiving Recess- No School For All Students and Staff
2021-2022 School Calendar~
2021-2022 CIP School Improvement Team~
Please consider joining our team!
Please email Mrs. Clark with interest at marcella.clark@paineschool.org.
Resources For Families~
CIP PTO Information~
School Spirit Days - Friday, October 29th: Wear festive Halloween decor or orange & black. (Please No Costumes.) Friday, November 12th: Support our Veterans - Wear camouflage. Tuesday, November 23nd: Wear your favorite team jersey or CIP gear/ colors (blue & white). Friday, December 17th: Wear your favorite ugly sweater, festive holiday gear, or red & green, blue & white. Providence Bruins (Dunkin Donuts Center) - Saturday, November 13th @ 7:05 pm (Military Appreciation Weekend) Please email The PTO for more information.
PTO Meetings - Monday, November 8th -5:30 pm in CIP Library OR Zoom @ 7:15 pm -TBD
E-mail: pto@paineschool.org
Facebook: CIP Foster PTO- https://www.facebook.com/groups/1483636641951035
Webpage: https://paineschoolpto.wordpress.com/
2020-2021
School Year Board
President- Laurie Smith
Vice President- Rachel Rocchio
Treasurer- Stephanie Linhares
Secretary- Lisa Barrentine
Captain Isaac Paine School~
Email: marcella.clark@paineschool.org
Website: http://paineschool.org/
Location: 160 Foster Center Road, Foster, RI, USA
Phone: 401-647-5100
Twitter: @CIPLearns
TWITTER~
Foster's Swamp Meadow Covered Bridge~
A Paine Panther ROARS!
Mission Statement: At CIP we inspire students to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens in our community by providing a challenging and supportive environment!
A Paine Panther ROARS- Respect Others & Respect Self
Vision Statement: All students will become lifelong learners and demonstrate proficiency in academic based national standards. Students will be able to use a growth mindset to meet future challenges and make positive choices.
Positive Office Referrals are distributed to students every Friday by The Paine Panther!
Panther Pride Awards are distributed by The Principal at the end of every trimester.
A PAINE PANTHER...
RESPECTS SELF, RESPECTS OTHERS, RESPECTS PROPERTY!