Welcome Back Halifax Elementary 17-18

Beginning of Day Drop off @ back 8:15 – 8:35 If students arrive after 8:40 parent must sign them in at the office Breakfast 8:15 – 8:30 Classes start at 8:40

Special Classes 6 Day cycle Art, Library, Music, Phys. Ed. Specials occur in the afternoon 4th and 5th opportunity to participate in band and chorus

Transportation Extension of the school day Not in a car seat or seat belt Review rules and expectations at home Bus lesson taught within the first few weeks of school When issues arise, please communicate with us. Child issues contact the school Logistical issues contact the district office Jenny Lyter or Michele Bisking

reading, writing, grammar, spelling Mathematics Curriculum Overview English Language Arts reading, writing, grammar, spelling Mathematics Social Studies and Science (every other day) and/or combined with Math/ELA

Standards Based Report Card Standards Based initiative 1999 Pa adopted academic standards What each student should know at the end of the given grade level Percentage grades for assignments– still check PowerSchool Reports on skill attainment

Standards Based Report Card Expectation measures 3 Meets grade level expectations 2 Working toward grade level expectations 1 Having difficulty meeting grade level expectations

Standards Based Report Card Example Student is learning to “re-group” when adding. They are having difficulty but finally get it. Old way 60 + 60 + 60 + 60 + 80 + 100 =70 (D) New way 3 meeting standard

Standards Based Report Card Moving forward and alignment with academic achievement medal Discussion occur throughout the year at Education Committee meetings

Technology One device for each student K-3 iPads 4th and 5th Chromebooks Devices are an instructional tool – not used in the same way they are at home Responsible for intentional damage or damage caused by carelessness

Technology Teachers will communicate with parents within the first couple weeks about how devices used in their class Child Online Protection & Privacy Act (COPPA) Website –Technology –Polices- Programs & Applications List of sites/apps that may be used Ongoing updates

Discovery September – Be Responsible October – Show Respect November – Be Kind December – Show Concern January – Be a Leader February – Be a Friend March – Be a Brother’s Keeper April – Tell the Truth May/June – Have Courage

PBIS Building level expectations Be Kind, Be Safe, Be Ready and Be a Learner Expectations taught in classroom and building level Monthly rewards and incentives Randomly receive CAT stars for following expectations

Dress Guidelines are provided in the handbook Students go out for at least 30 minutes a day unless temperature is below 30 degrees No flip flops

Electronic devices/toys Cell phones are to be turned off and placed in the students backpack upon arrival Hand held electronic games are not permitted Bring toys at your own risk

Board Policy #246 Classroom parties/celebrations with food/beverages shall be limited to no more than one (1) per month in each classroom. Birthday treats no longer permitted unless in conjunction with monthly party.  Classroom parties shall offer a minimal amount of foods containing sugar as the primary ingredient. Suggested list of healthy snacks is available on line and in the office.

Parents at school Volunteers welcome –contact classroom teacher When clearances are needed… Not under direct supervision of district staff Field trips, lunch, etc. When clearances are NOT needed… Under direct supervision of teacher Working in the classroom, presenting to a class

Communication If you have concerns Talk to the teacher 1st Call principal or asst. principal Call the District office Weekly emails sent to parents from building admin Parent preferences

Dismissal Send a note stating who and when… If you forget to send note sign the book outside the lobby by 3:25 Wait in designated waiting area Send notes when leaving early/coming late due to appointments. Delay Form and Early Dismissal Form are available in the office

Additional Information Lori Weber – Food Service Director Giant A+ Rewards earned over $3600.00 https://giantfoodstores.com/school-rewards/ PTO First meeting is Sept 21st @ 6:30 in HE Library