The Scholastic Book Fair has arrived. Thanks to Mrs. Fowler for providing treats for teachers and opening the Book Fair for a preview. She certainly feels the urgency in purchasing and providing updated reading materials for our students. Please encourage students to visit the Book Fair through Tuesday, May 8th.
5th grade Launch students presented the "Black Death" research to parents and visitors this past week. It was incredible to observe our students rise up to expectations. With a sense of urgency under the right conditions, their work was top-notch.
Our instructional assistant principal certainly possesses a sense of urgency. Her influence and impact can be seen in many places throughout our building. In the first picture, you can see our PD Room prepared for our final "New Best" meeting of the year. Mrs. Tollison understands the urgency for faculty and staff who are new to our building to feel supported. In the bottom picture, Mrs. Tollison and Cara Beth prepare snacks for our Live PD session. Again, she understands the urgency in providing for our teachers and making them feel welcome and comfortable after a busy day's work.
Do you believe that every student can learn? Remember that question? Ms. Marino's class is built to provide the support needed for her students to succeed. The correct amount of urgency combined with much needed love inspires students in her classroom. Above, students work on making puffy paint and finishing their bug theme last week.
Former teachers from Concrete and Powdersville stopped by the media center this past Friday to present books to Mrs. Fowler in honor of former teacher Jane Freeman. It was a touching tribute to a women who knew firsthand the sense of urgency in both teaching and in life. Jane left such an impact on others; as evidenced from the picture above.
Student Surveys and OLWEUS Class Meetings:
On Monday, April 30th all 3rd-5th grade students should have a student survey link and code emailed to them by 8:00 A.M. After the ROAR Report, homeroom teachers will ask students to open their email and click on the link, enter the unique code, and complete the survey. Don't forget that you should read the survey aloud to those students who have an accommodation for oral admin. You can help students will words they do not understand. but no additional help should be provided to influence the students. Please notify us if you have any major issues. After students complete the survey, you will use the remainder of PRIDE Time to conduct OLWEUS class meetings. As always, you will pull from classroom issues/experiences to engage students in thoughtful dialogue and/or use materials from the shared folder for lesson ideas.
Live PD:
On next Live PD session is scheduled for Wednesday, May 2nd. This session includes our SC-READY and SC-PASS training session. All certified employees are required to attend. You can find out more details by viewing our agenda for this next session. There will be no Live PD the next two Wednesday afternoons (5/9 and 5/16).
Lion King Performances:
We are very excited about our Lion King Kids musical performances to be held at PVHS on Monday and Tuesday evenings. Both events begin at 6:30 P.M. We are thankful for the many efforts of Mrs. Turner who has once again organized quite a performance. Thanks to Mrs. Nix and several others who have assisted with props, outfits, make-up, etc. I will ask again that you please let Mrs. Turner know how you can be of assistance either night and try to be there to support our students. You can remind your students that tickets are available at the door for just $5.00.
Concrete 2nd Graders to Visit:
On Thursday, May 3rd from 9-10 AM, around 200 Concrete 2nd graders will be in the building to tour the school and visit 3rd grade classrooms. Mrs. Tollison has shared the schedule with 3rd grade and 2nd grade teachers. We want them to see PVES PRIDE in action! Thanks in advance for making them feel welcome. We will finish their time in the MP Room prior to their departure.
Friday, May 4th:
Friday, May 4th marks the end of PRIDE Time pull-outs for all students. To clarify, PRIDE Time should be used in earnest beyond Friday, but all students will remain in classrooms after the 4th. Thanks to Mrs. Plowden, Mrs. Tollison and the related/specialty areas teachers who have provided much needed intervention through PRIDE Time groups this year. Also, don't forget that yellow placement cards should be completed and proposed classes typed in our shared form by Friday as well. Thanks for following directions carefully and doing your absolute best to set our teachers and students up for success next year.
Powdersville's First Annual Spring Market:
We are very excited to host the very first Powdersville Spring Market right here at PVES on Saturday, May 5th from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Our PTSO board has worked incredibly hard to prepare for this event. Remember that our PTSO supports our teachers in a variety of ways including a very nice sum of money for teachers to spend each year on various needs. Please do your best to be present to support this event. Furthermore, our PTSO still needs some help making this event a success. Consider signing up to assist using this link. Get the word out to your parents and feel free to share via social media.
Moore's Musings:
As we bear down and focus on the final days before testing, let us remember to consider our students. We want them to be fresh, positive, inspired and motivated to do their best. Thank you for preparing action plans to keep us focuses on our LEAP students. Additionally, thank you for making sure all students have experienced the DRC at least five times to ensure their confidence manipulating the tools. However, develop a plan for how you can motivate and inspire your students. Goal setting is important. Positive notes and messages make a difference. Maybe you have more ideas to share. Let's blow our students away with praise and positive thoughts so they know we believe in them!
As the weather warms and we can finally enjoy our playground, please ensure that you adhere to posted recess times and monitor students frequently. You know the "hot spots" and students who seem to have the most trouble. Ensure that these areas and students are monitored well. The same can be said for other areas of the school (hallway, cafeteria, restroom). We simply cannot let our guards down. I would also implore you to keep communication consistent with home. Newsletter, folders, emails, SeeSaw, and phone calls will all help us stay on the same page. And finally, please make sure you have a great plan for your students for those days after testing. Some ideas include:
- Mini-PBL/research
- Difficult standards you wish to re-teach
- Grade level standards/content important for success in next grade level
- Reflecting on the year
- Focus on math fluency
Mark Your Calendar (MYC):
- Student surveys and OLWEUS class meetings - 4/30
- Fire Drill - 4/30
- Lion King Kids - 4/30 at 6:30 PM
- Lion King Kids - 5/1
- Testing Training - 5/2 at 3:15 PM
- Progress Report Folders - 5/2
- 2nd Grade Visit - 5/3 from 9-10 AM
- Chic-Fil-A Sale and Spirit Day - 5/4
- Yellow Placement Cards Due - 5/4
- Final Day Pull-out Intervention Groups - 5/4
- 1st Annual Spring Market - 5/5 from 10-1
- Book Fair - All Week
Video of the Week: Don't Forget What Your Students Wish You Knew
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