Week 4 - We are on our way!

Inspirational Quote:

“Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed no hope at all.” - Dale Carnegie

                                                                 This Week                                                                           

Monday, September 23, 2019                              Student Study, Pink for Vanessa

Tuesday, September 24, 2019                             IEP (McIntyre @10), IEP (Logue @11)
                                                                             School Support (Mentor), Clinic Meeting

                                                                             CIT Meeting

Wednesday, September 25, 2019                        Attendance Meeting w/Wellness Team

Thursday, September 26, 2019

Friday, September 27, 2019                                Grade PreK/K PLT 

                                                                            Grade 1 PLT
                                                                            Grade 2 PLT

                                       Things to Be Aware of and Keep in Mind                                                

• Transition - Sadly, our building sub has transitioned into a new role in Lynn Public Schools. We wish her the best of luck as she pursues her career goals.  She will be missed!
• Activities Proposal Deadline - In collaboration with union decisions, I would like to support the new initiative to have equity amongst all grade levels.  As a result, I am granting an extension on the activities proposal for Monday, September 23, 2019.
• Recess Plan - There are operational safety concerns during recess that are going to be adjusted moving forward.   
• First, if you are taking a class outside for recess, please stand in a location where the whole class is visible at all times.  
• Moving forward, all classrooms will not be in the same location during recess time.  Here is a Map that everyone will follow.
• In addition, cars should no longer be parked beyond the length of the building or doubled up behind other cars.  There are enough spaces available along the wall.
• Unfortunately, unsafe incidents have been reported by children and not observed by staff in between vehicles.  Let's support our children's safety and park along the perimeter of the parking lot.
• Incident Reports - It is extremely important that incident reports are filled out for incidents that you see, or students report to you.
• Communication is important, and we never want a parent to report that a teacher knew of an incident and there was no follow through.
• De-escalation - Please remember to use de-escalation strategies in the classroom prior to connecting with Ms. Manzi, unless there is an immediate safety concern.
• When an incident is reported to Candice or the office, we should have a report completed in order to support our understanding and help facilitate further investigation.  
• This also helps us understand what strategies have aided and not aided in the process.
• Here is a resource for De-escalation Strategies.
• Small Group Instruction - Please stick to your designated schedule.  All small groups are scheduled at 20, 40, or 60 minutes.  This is intentional, so that students are not left without a group to transition to.
• Proposed Strings Schedule - 4th and 5th grade teachers.  Here is the proposed strings schedule.  Please review and share any concerns by Monday. 
• January - In January, we will move toward having half days once a month with Professional Development in the afternoon.  Further communication, and planning toward this shift is to come!
• Attendance - Here is the information shared with parents.
• LPS School Year Calendar
• Connery School Year Calendar
• Food Pantry Flyer
• LPS CORE VALUES - Inclusiveness, Shared Responsibility, High Expectations, and Inspiring Life Long Learning.

                                                        Reminders from the Office                                                           

• Please do your attendance on time each morning.
• Absences - Here is the district's official attendance policy.
• Emergency Forms - Please collect all, alphabetize, and submit to the office.
• Written Translation Services - If you would like a document translated by Caroline, please use the following protocol:
• 1 page or under - 1 week notice
• 1 page of above - 2 weeks notice

                                                     Updates from our Nurse                                                                 

• Don't forget to use your nurse passes when sending students to the office.
• If you are interested in being CPR certified, please let Danielle know!

                                                                Looking Ahead                                                                     

September 17 - School Support Team (Mentor), Open House 6:00-8:00
September 24 - Student Study Team

October 1 - Keys to Literacy Coach Visit
October 2 - ILT (If you are interested, please let me know!)
October 8 - After School Staff Meeting