I hope everyone enjoyed this long weekend, and for our families and staff who celebrate Rosh Hashanah, I hope it was a wonderful New Year, This two-day Jewish celebration of the New Year literally translates to “head of the year” in Hebrew. It is observed on the first and second days of the Jewish month of Tishrei, the first month in the civil calendar. In 2022, it begins on Monday, September 26, and ends at sundown, Tuesday, September 27.

The students have began taking their MAP Diagnostic Testing and Acadience. MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) help our teachers to understand where each child is by standard. The students will take three diagnostics throughout the year, the beginning of the, the middle of the year and the end of the year. Acadience is the same, but it measures students understanding of letters and sounds for our Kindergarten , grade 1 and grade 2 students. Your child's teacher will share the results of the diagnostics. We are doing I-Ready this year again, and we encourage the student to use the online lessons at home as well.

This week is a short week, but as always a full one! Our PTA is hosting their first meeting of the school year. This will be in person, with a live link as well. I am looking forward to seeing our families! Feel free to bring the kids! We have a special gift for all those who attend.

Any questions, always reach out! Have a great week!

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Students will be celebrated at the Monthly PTA Meeting

Student of the Month Criteria

Does the student prepare for classroom activities?

Does the student go above and beyond his/her role as a student?

Has the student made significant progress in your classroom?

Has the student been working to their potential?

Does the student have all work turned in?

Has the student overcome a challenge and exhibited evidence of growth mindset?

SMILE Student of the Month

Is the student a positive role model?

Does the student actively participate and put forth full effort?

Does the student demonstrate respect to the student body, staff, and faculty?

Does the student exhibit good character?

Does the student follow school rules?

Does the student arrive at school and to class on time?

Has the student volunteered at school or in the community?

Is the student a member of a club or organization outside of school?

Hi Everyone!

Our Fall Picture Day is slotted for October 3rd and October 4th. Sign up sheets will be going up in the main office shortly for teachers to pick their day! Once your child’s teacher has picked their slot they will notify you with the class schedule.

In the meanwhile, the PTA is looking for volunteers to help us make Picture Day a success.

To volunteer you must be vaccinated and be able to dedicated at least 2 hours on at least one of the days.

Looking forward to seeing all the beautiful smiles on Picture Day.

Monica

PTA President