Monday Notes 11.26.18
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Condolences
Our sincerest condolences go out to the family of our amazing parent Lynn Wyatt, as she lost her battle with cancer over the break. Services will be held this Friday at 3:00 at the Patterson Funeral Home on Peachtree Industrial Blvd. Her family is well taken care of at this time but we will be sending food and giving them our support after the winter break. If you are interested in donating, please send an email to Pitchford.
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GPD Grant for Morning Engagment
Last month, homeroom teachers in grades 1st-5th grade were given an assortment of items from games to puzzle books. The purpose of these games and activities was to engage our students first thing in the morning with things that interest them, require some collaboration, and help them be problem-solvers.
We were also hoping that these fun activities would incentivize students to come to school on time. Unfortunately, our students' tardies have doubled from last year and I want to make sure students have access to these fun items!
Please encourage your students to use these games and activities in the morning and share with your colleagues. If there is a game that your students love, please let Pitchford know so it can be purchased. Thanks!!
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Holiday Luncheon
Thank you for submitting your feedback for the Afternoon of Indulgence. We will be canceling the Afternoon of Indulgence on the 4th of December and leaving that afternoon open for you!
The PTO will provide a nice Holiday Luncheon next Friday, the 7th and we will work on getting vendors to High Point throughout the remainder of the school year. Thanks!!
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Girls on the Run!
Our Girls on the Run “Wonder Women” finished our season strong out in the cold at Georgia State Stadium, Saturday November 10th. We want to thank Ms. Eigel and Ms. Sapp for coming out to support our girls! We are very proud of all they have accomplished!!! Sign up for the Spring Season will start in January!
- Girls on the Run Team
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GA Student Health Survey
Students in grades 3-5 will be completing the GA Health Survey this week! The computer lab will be closed so that students can take this survey. The computer lab will not be available during the following times:
November 26th - 7:50 - 11:30
November 27th - 7:50 - 11:30
November 28th - 7:50-8:20, 9:30-10:30
November 29th - 10:00-10:30
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PAGE
A PAGE representative will be here this Friday during lunch time in the teacher's lounge with desserts and information regarding PAGE. If you are interested in joining or getting more information about PAGE, please see the representative! Thanks!!!
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Book Fair Coming!
The book fair will run from 11/30 - 12/7. This year we are inviting teachers to a preview day on 11/29 beginning at 2:40. PTO will be providing refreshments and they will have a few raffle items as well. They'd love for teachers to take this time to fill their wish list boxes and tag any books they recommend with a shelf talker. Paper invitations will be placed in your mailboxes this week! This is a perfect "Pre-PLC" activity!!!!
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TKES Observations and Mid-Year Conferences
All FULL TKES employees will have their 30-minute formative observation from now until winter break. Teachers will receive their evaluation within 5 days of the observation. If you would like to submit any documentation or artifacts, please do so immediately following or before the observation.
The observational window will be announced a week prior.
Mid-Year Conferences will be offered to every employee as well. An email will be sent to each employee offering a mid-year conference.
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KSU Support
Schedule: Tuesday 11/27, Thursday 11/29 and Friday 11/30
Notes:
STEAM Day was a blast! Students were challenged to think in a different way. Continue this type of collaboration with some of the tech tools in the Media Center. Check out the sign-out schedule housed in the HP Google Drive/Media Center and Technology Files/Schedules to see when you can get the tools in your room!
Highlights:
Even though Thanksgiving has passed, that doesn't change our appreciation for High Point! Through the holidays, use this Padlet wall (https://padlet.com/romeh/HPESThankful) with students and your team to share what you appreciate and enjoy about HPES!
Notes:
STEAM Day was a blast! Students were challenged to think in a different way. Continue this type of collaboration with some of the tech tools in the Media Center. Check out the sign-out schedule housed in the HP Google Drive/Media Center and Technology Files/Schedules to see when you can get the tools in your room!
Highlights:
Even though Thanksgiving has passed, that doesn't change our appreciation for High Point! Through the holidays, use this Padlet wall (https://padlet.com/romeh/HPESThankful) with students and your team to share what you appreciate and enjoy about HPES!
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Continuous Learning and Reflection
We know everyone loves the laminator and I am sure you can identify with these 8 reasons why it's amazing!!! I chuckled out loud!
With that said though, please make sure you are only laminating what you need and being careful with our laminating machine. We want to make sure it lasts for everyone!!
https://www.weareteachers.com/teachers-love-laminators/?utm_content=1532967742&utm_medium=social&utm_source=sprout
With that said though, please make sure you are only laminating what you need and being careful with our laminating machine. We want to make sure it lasts for everyone!!
https://www.weareteachers.com/teachers-love-laminators/?utm_content=1532967742&utm_medium=social&utm_source=sprout
*************CALENDAR OF EVENTS**********
Monday, November 26th
9:30 am - Prospective Parent Tour
GA Health Survey for Watts, Vavala, Dixon, Silverman, and Oliver
Tuesday, November 27th
GA Health Survey for Watts, Gilmore, Hawkins, Ittig and Jones
1st Grade In-House Field Trip
2:55 - Standards Mastery Framework Redelivery in Media Center (certified K-5 staff only)
2:55 - Para PLC for Safety and Abuse Training Room #123
Wednesday, November 28th
GA Health Survey for Faison, Collins, and Nobles
Math PD During Specials
Thursday, November 29th
GA Health Survey for May
2:40 - Book Fair Preview for Teachers
2:55 - PLCs
Friday, November 30th
Book Fair Begins
*****************BIRTHDAYS! ******************
Happy birthday to Amanda Shams on the 29th, Mochandra King on the 30th, and Alicia Williams on the 2nd! We hope you all have wonderful birthdays!!!
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