Taylor Tales
from Principal Gilbert
March into Spring
Dear Parents/Guardians,
As we finish the last few weeks before spring break, our kids are busier than ever learning and growing! We have State CMAS testing starting the 2nd week after break for 3rd- 5th graders. We are so proud of their hard work so far this year. Besides the academic skills of reading, writing , math and science, our kids are learning to have persistence when tasks are hard, how to help each other and work together and cheer each other on! Life Skills are just as important as the academics. We appreciate your partnership in supporting our kids to achieve all they can and be contributing citizens in society. We believe in our kids!!!
Invite Your Friends to Taylor!
We would love to have more students join us at Taylor!! Please help us grow our school by telling your friends about our wonderful school community! We are excepting Choice Enrollments at this time. Also, if you would be willing to spread the word and hang a flyer up somewhere in our community, please stop by the office and pick up a flyer. Thank you for helping to advertise our sweet school!
Annual Read to the Principal
Every spring at Taylor, ALL students will get the chance to visit the principal's office for READ to the PRINCIPAL. It's my favorite time of year since I get to hear each student read a piece of their own writing! It's a fun time in the office!
Upcoming Events:
Mar 4- Spring Fundraiser begins- packet went home Friday
Mar 7- PTA meeting 3:00pm library
Mar 13- PhilKids field trip to Wasson 3rd-5th grades
Parry's Pizza on Barnes Fundraiser
Mar 14- NO SCHOOL (Teacher Work day)
Mar 15- NO SCHOOL (Teacher Professional Development Day)
Mar 18- US Army Band Performance
Mar 19- Skate City Night 6-8pm
Mar 22- Kona Ice after school
Mar 25-29 SPRING BREAK
New Volunteer Information from District 11
We would love more volunteers! If you have ever filled out a volunteer form previously in any year or would like to volunteer in our school or for field trips, etc. you will need to fill out this new online form. https://app.visitor-aware.com/apply/KWqwTo2nU0
Our Focus
Priority Performance Challenges: What goals are we wanting to achieve?
#1: Academic Achievement in Math & Academic Achievement in ELA
Major Improvement Strategy 1 (MIS): Teachers will provide Best first Instruction (BFI) in every classroom, every day, for every child through planning using the Six Phases of Learning
#2: Parent Involvement
Major Improvement Strategy 2 (MIS): We will increase parent and community involvement.
We are looking to increase parent voices and participation in our school environment. Please help us by answering surveys when we send them through Blackboard and let us know what you appreciate and ideas where we can improve. Thank you in advance.
School Hours
First bell 7:45
Late bell 7:50
Staff are on duty starting at 7:35am.
Please do not drop off students prior to 7:35am unless they are here for breakfast.
About Our School
Our Mission
Our Mission is to collaboratively ignite excitement for learning through arts integrated instruction with high expectations for student growth and success.
Our Vision
To be a school where we build positive relationships and empower students to be innovative thinkers and problem solvers who take ownership of their education through a growth mindset.
Taylor is a school committed to excellence and putting kids first. Academic achievement, commitment to safety, and a sense of belonging and community are high priorities. We have a dedicated PTA who highly support staff and students! Taylor is an Arts Integrated school providing students opportunities to learn through interdisciplinary content and demonstrate their learning through project-based activities. Our teachers utilize problem-based learning approaches, and rigorous college and career readiness standards. Our students demonstrate a high depth of knowledge, practice social and relational skills, and develop strong personal values. Students are provided opportunities to solve problems through the application of creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and communication skills. Taylor is committed to preparing students to become productive 21st century citizens through quality instruction and high expectations for student ownership of learning. This year, we have started our journey as a Capturing Kids’ Hearts school.
Email: kimberly.gilbert@d11.org
Website: https://www.d11.org/Taylor
Location: 900 East Buena Ventura Street, Colorado Springs, CO, USA
Phone: 719-328-3500
Facebook: facebook.com/TaylorElementaryCoSpgs
Twitter: @TaylorElemD11
Questions and Comments
What is SAC?
SAC stands for School Accountability Committee. SAC represents the school communities’ points of view and makes recommendations to the building principal for school improvement. With input from school principals, teachers, and SAC members, information is compiled which can be used to develop the School Improvement Plan.
GOALS of SAC:
· Facilitate communication between the school and the community.
· Discuss issues of Curriculum, Budget, Growth, Safety, Wellness, and Communication.
· Discuss all major school issues.
· Report to the DAC and the Board of Education.
Our SAC is combined with PTA meetings. Please join us if you'd like to be involved.