February 3, 2020

Monday Notes 2.3.20

"High Point Elementary cultivates knowledgeable, compassionate, and inquiring learners who impact a diverse global community."

**Friendly reminder that action items are in red and informational only items are in blue. 

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Enrollment Survey

A student enrollment survey will be in your boxes this week for all homeroom teachers to send home Thursday, the 6th. This survey helps us get an idea of which students will be returning for FY20-21. Students need to return this form by February 27th. Please give all forms that state "WILL NOT BE RETURNING" in Parker's box. All other forms may be discarded. Thanks!!!

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SGC Teacher Representative

The School Governance Council needs a teacher representative!!! Please consider running for this extremely important position. If interested, click on the link below:

https://www.fultonschools.org/Page/7358 

For questions about this role, please see Lori Simon, Margaret Conway, or Cary Caramelo. Thanks!!!

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PBIS Info and Data

The focus for February will be HALLWAYS with a focus on transitions. 

Please make sure you are constantly monitoring students during transitions (typically math) and in the hallways. 

Remind students to walk quietly as to not disrupt classes, not touch the walls so we can keep walls clean and bulletin boards neat, and use a hallway pass whenever possible! 

Data for January is below. We have had an influx in office referrals so please make sure you are reiterating the rules and expectations to all students. 

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GA Health Personnel Survey for CCRPI
If you have not already done so, please complete this 31 question survey (3 minutes long) which gives us our school's Climate Rating. EVERYONE at this school has to complete this survey. As of right now, we only have 61% participation by staff. We HAVE to have 75%. Please fill it out!!!
Please remember that #14 and #17 are worded the opposite of the other questions. 
If you feel the need to answer "strongly disagree" to the majority of the questions, please see Pitchford before you submit this survey. This is a state survey so results will not be shared and action can not be taken. In order to evoke change, the conversation needs to be had at the school level rather than through this survey. Thank you so much!!!!

https://gshs.gadoe.org/personnel

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IB Learner Profile Attribute for FEBRUARY

KNOWLEDGEABLE

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Continuous Learning

This article from Edutopia talks about how, as educators, we can gain a better global perspective but also gain a better perspective for our students. It lists five great ways to connect with people outside of the classroom. It's so IB!!! Check it out!!!

https://www.edutopia.org/article/5-ways-combat-classroom-isolation

********************CALENDAR OF EVENTS*********************

Monday, February 3rd

9:30 am - Prospective Parent Tour
Spring Conferences Begin

Tuesday, February 4th

Grade Level PLCs during Specials

Wednesday, February 5th

Grade Level PLCs during Specials
College Spirit Wear Day

Thursday, February 6th

3rd Grade In-House Field Trip
2:55 pm - Staff Meeting
3:15 pm - School-Focused PLCs 

Friday, February 7th 

5:30 pm - Sweetheart Dance

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Happy birthday to Kelle Pereira on the 9th! We hope you have a wonderful birthday! 

January 27th, 2020

Monday Notes 1.27.20

"High Point Elementary cultivates knowledgeable, compassionate, and inquiring learners who impact a diverse global community."

**Friendly reminder that action items are in red and informational only items are in blue. 

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ACCESS Testing

ACCESS testing begins TODAY and ends on January 31st. Testing will begin at approximately 9:40 each morning and end at 2:10 each afternoon. Classrooms that will be utilized are the Computer Lab and Room 118 (Ditzel). There will be no hallway monitors, but signs will be placed on key halls indicating testing is occurring. Please be mindful as you transition between classes, Specials, the cafeteria and recess. ACCESS testing will not impact the recess schedule. If you have any questions, please see Mr. DiBartolo.

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2020-2021 Survey

Please take a moment to fill out this quick survey to help us plan for next year. This survey asks about your current position, budget recommendations, and feedback regarding the master schedule. Please fill out this survey prior to FRIDAY! Thank you! 

https://forms.gle/jrpia3FPRtu5wkxs8

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TOTY and PEOTY
Congratulations to the three finalists for Teacher of the Year: Nicole Cornibe, Megan Eigel, and Emma Gilmore!

We will be holding interviews and observations TOMORROW for these three finalists! We wish them the best of luck!!

Congratulations also to the three finalists for Professional Employee of the Year: Kari Lewis, Mochandra King, and Vickie Reeves! 

Please click on the link below to vote for our Professional Employee of the Year 2020-2021. All votes need to be received by tomorrow at 3:00 pm. Thank you!!!

https://forms.gle/Ay7ejjJS4kZobHsR9

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Microsoft Translator

The ESOL teachers had an introductory training on Microsoft Translator.   It is an app that can translate into several languages!   You can also take pictures of assignments and it will translate the assignment into the language of your choice.  Students and parents may also speak to others in their language and it will translate what they are saying to English.

Please let your ESOL teacher know if you have any questions.  We are just learning how to use this app with our students, but would love to share what we know so we can involve our parents more!   

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TOTY and PEOTY Celebration

If you haven't done so, please send Pitchford a picture of you as a child (0-5 years old)! We need all pictures by this Friday! Thank you for your help with this! 

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IB Learner Profile Attribute for JANUARY

PRINCIPLED and COMMUNICATOR

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Monday, January 27th 

Tuesday, January 28th

Grade Level PLCs during Specials
TOTY Observations and Interviews

Wednesday, January 29th

Grade Level PLCs during Specials

Thursday, January 30th

Grade Level PLCs 

Friday, January 31st

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Happy birthday to Dalila Salhi on the 31st and Kerstin Long on the 1st of February! We hope you both have a wonderful birthday! 

January 20, 2020

Monday Notes 1.20.20

"High Point Elementary cultivates knowledgeable, compassionate, and inquiring learners who impact a diverse global community."

**Friendly reminder that action items are in red and informational only items are in blue. 

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Welcome!

Please welcome Daniela Cerpa who will be replacing Tissa Southerland. Daniela will take over Southerland's schedule beginning today. 

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2020-2021 Survey

Please take a moment to fill out this quick survey to help us plan for next year. This survey asks about your current position, budget recommendations, and feedback regarding the master schedule. Please fill out this survey prior to January 31st. Thank you! 

https://forms.gle/jrpia3FPRtu5wkxs8

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TOTY and PEOTY
Congratulations to the following certified staff for being nominated for Teacher of the Year (in no particular order)
Gilmore, Nobles, Simon, Conway, Watts, Mahle, Collins, Ittig, Laudel, Churchwell, Cornibe, Martindale, Zimbardo, Vavala, Barnes, Dixon, Kidder, Bradshaw, Sinoyiannis, Meganne Ellis, Caramelo, Eigel, and Taylor Johnson

Please click on the link below to select your top three certified staff members for TOTY:

https://forms.gle/CsYNkm3Q365tZU6z5

Congratulations to the following classified staff for being nominated for Professional Employee of the Year: Lewis, Reeves, King, Blinder, Salhi, Webb, Morgan, Gurley, Mendoza, Clarke, Parker, Hall, and Dickie.

Please click on the link below to select your top three certified staff members for PEOTY:

https://forms.gle/WzyqFY74at7vHApw8

Please place all votes by Wednesday, January 22nd at 3:00 pm!!!

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February Parent/Teacher Conferences

The parent/teacher partnership is crucial for students' success. This is why our parent/teacher conference "window" is from February 3rd - 28th in order to allow all teachers to meet with parents early on to share student data, discuss strengths, and areas of potential growth. 

K-2 will hold their conferences using the conference checklist found in their grade level folder. 

3-5 will also hold conferences using the conference checklist but will have the students present to either be a part of the conversation or to lead the conversation. We want our students to take ownership of their learning so this is a start! 

Parents were notified of this expectation. If you have any questions, please let Pitchford know. Thank you for working with all parents to help our students succeed! 

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TOTY and PEOTY Celebration

If you have a picture of you as a child (0-5 years old), please send it in an email to Pitchford. We need all pictures by January 31st! Thank you for your help with this! 

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IB Learner Profile Attribute for JANUARY

PRINCIPLED and COMMUNICATOR

If you would like to be read a book for the morning news show which exemplifies our attributes for January, please email Bearden. 

********************CALENDAR OF EVENTS*********************

Monday, January 20th 

MLK Holiday - No School

Tuesday, January 21st

Grade Level PLCs during Specials

Wednesday, January 22nd 

Grade Level PLCs during Specials

Thursday, January 23rd

Grade Level PLCs 

Friday, January 24th

2nd Grade In-House Field Trip

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Happy birthday to Hollye Elliot Conway and Julie Ellis on the 25th!! We hope you both have a wonderful birthday! 

January 13th, 2020

Monday Notes 1.13.20

"High Point Elementary cultivates knowledgeable, compassionate, and inquiring learners who impact a diverse global community."

**Friendly reminder that action items are in red and informational only items are in blue. 

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New Paraprofessional

Please welcome Daniela Cerpa on the 21st as she will be replacing Tissa Southerland after this week. We appreciate Tissa's commitment to our school and students and wish her the best of luck in all her future endeavors!

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Luncheon This Friday

We are excited about our luncheon this Friday hosted by Team Presidents! They will be offering a Tailgate theme for the Super Bowl! There will be shredded BBQ chicken, Frito Pie, soup, baked beans, assorted chip and dips, desserts, and tea!!! 

Thank you to Team Presidents for treating us! 

(Long, Miller, Marinos, Schrock, Lee, Gilmore, Simon, Bradley, Dickie, Salzman, and King!)

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TOTY and PEOTY
We are excited to open up nominations for Teacher of the Year and Professional Employee of the Year. Please take a moment to nominate one deserving employee for each category by typing their name and including why you believe he/she is deserving of this honor for 2020-2021!
All certified staff members are eligible for Teacher of the Year. 
All classified staff members are eligible for Professional Employee of the Year. 
Our current TOTY and PEOTY are Benita Bearden and Colleen Zeller who will be a part of the panel for Teacher of the Year. 

Nominate two deserving people using the form below. All nominations must be submitted before this Friday at noon. Thank you!!!

https://forms.gle/Q8zq6UNsbzKrtChq6

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Digital Learning Days Canceled

Our SGC voted unanimously to cancel the two digital learning days given by the county because of voting. We WILL have school on April 21st and May 19th!!! Please make sure you begin communicating this to parents. 

Calendar Recap: 

March 13th - Teacher Workday

March 16th - RFF CANCELED (We will have school)

March 24th - Workday for Staff

April 21st - We WILL have school

May 19th - We WILL have school 

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PBIS Committee

January 14th- Doodle Day (PBIS Social Incentive) 

Students pay $20 at the Buddy Bucks Store!! 

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TKES Observations
Walkthroughs for TKES Full Employees will begin today. Observations will be 10-15 minutes and will be unannounced. Teachers should receive feedback within 5 days and post-observation conferences can be held if needed. Please just ask!!!

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Teacher Funds - February 5th Deadline
Ms. Zeller has emailed those of you who have remaining Principal Fund that were given at the beginning of the school year to spend by February 5th.  Funds remaining after February 5th will be returned to the schools general account.


If you need assistance, please email Ms. Zeller at zellerc@fultonschools.org.

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TOTY and PEOTY Celebration

Please mark your calendar for February 11th when we will celebrate all our staff and announce our 2020-2021 Teacher and Professional Employee of the Year!!

The theme for this year will be "Growing Up High Point!" 
No other details will be given prior to the celebration but we need your help! 

If you have a picture of you as a child (0-5 years old), please send it in an email to Pitchford. We need all pictures by January 31st! Thank you for your help with this! 

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IB Learner Profile Attribute for JANUARY

PRINCIPLED and COMMUNICATOR

If you would like to be read a book for the morning news show which exemplifies our attributes for January, please email Bearden. 

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Mystery Science and Ask Doug
Please take a moment to complete the 60 second survey regarding your usage of Mystery Science & Ask Doug!  Let us know if you use it!
https://forms.gle/gp2s1VA4BD7NzLEs7 

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ID Badges
Please remember that we are required to wear our identification badges at all times for your safety and the safety of others!  If you have lost or misplaced or simply want a new picture, the Central Office hours of operation are Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 8am-10am OR 2pm-3pm. Please let DiBartolo or Pitchford know if you need to get a badge so we can make sure positions are covered. Thanks. 

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CCRPI Targets
Below are our achievement scores in ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies for all students and subgroups. While we made a huge jump this past year, there is no reason why we can't climb any higher. We should not have any less than 80% of our students scoring a level 2, 3, or 4 on the GMAS. This is doable!!!! 

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GA Health Personnel Survey for CCRPI
If you have not already done so, please complete this 31 question survey (3 minutes long) which gives us our school's Climate Rating. EVERYONE at this school has to complete this survey. 
Please remember that #14 and #17 are worded the opposite of the other questions. 
If you feel the need to answer "strongly disagree" to the majority of the questions, please see Pitchford before you submit this survey. This is a state survey so results will not be shared and action can not be taken. In order to evoke change, the conversation needs to be had at the school level rather than through this survey. Thank you so much!!!!

https://gshs.gadoe.org/personnel

********************CALENDAR OF EVENTS*********************

Monday, January 13th 

Tuesday, January 14th

Grade Level PLCs during Specials

Wednesday, January 15th 

Grade Level PLCs during Specials

Thursday, January 16th

Grade Level PLCs 
Report Cards Go Home! 

Friday, January 17th

Lunch Provided by The Presidents!!!

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Happy birthday to Margaret Conway on the 14th and Ashanti Johnson on the 15th! Since we won't return until the 21st, we also want to wish Leigha Jones a very happy birthday on the 20th! We hope you all have a wonderful birthday!