Vision Preparing today's learners for tomorrow's world by instilling in every student the 21st century skills, attitudes, and self-confidence for personal success. Mission The J. Lyndal Hughes Elementary School community is dedicated to providing a nurturing and engaging learning environment to meet the diverse needs of every child. Hughes Elementary is committed to developing excellence in all areas: socially, emotionally and academically.

J. Lyndal Hughes is a Northwest ISD Title 1 campus: More than 26% of our students are considered low income. We receive federal funds to assist all students. Title 1 funds are flexible and are used for additional personnel, professional development, improve curriculum, enhance parental involvement, extend learning time for students, and provide other activities that are tied to student achievement. Parent-School Compacts

 State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness  Given in grades 3-5  Test is now timed  More difficult than previous test because it will require higher level thinking and multiple step problems.  Builds on previously learned knowledge.

 Goal 98% - Last year was 96.8%  Students can not learn if they are not in school. Making up work at home does not make up for the teacher’s instruction.  School district get money when students are in school. If NISD could improve attendance by 1% it would save the district 1 million dollars.

School hours – 7:45-2:45 The doors to the school open at 7:20. Breakfast is served from 7:20-7:40 Instruction begins promptly at 7:45

 Students daily and 6-week grades can be viewed online at any time.  Attendance is also available online.  Can set up notifications.  Please pick up directions.  Letter with login information was sent home last week. We can reprint it for you if needed.

 S.T.A.R. Binders K-5  Teacher and School Web sites  s from teachers and principal  School messenger phone system  Internet Grade Viewing  Parent Conferences – these will be held the week of October 15 th -19 th.

We always need help with making copies, laminating, organizing books, etc. We have a group called “Hawk Helpers” that meets on Tuesdays, but you can help any day of the week. Must complete a background check to be able to volunteer or be a chaperone. If you would like to volunteer, contact

We have an active PTA that provides multiple events for our families to attend such as the tailgate party this Friday, carnival in November, talent show, family fun nights, etc. The PTA purchases a t-shirt for every child on campus. Membership is $7.00 If you are interested in helping with PTA, please contact Dana Briscoe

 We are a Love and Logic campus  We utilize Preferred Activity Time (P.A.T.) as a method to reinforce positive behavior choices.  Kindergarten uses a color system:  Green – great day  Yellow – 5 minutes time out  Orange – 10 minutes time out  Red – call home and loss of privileges

 All instruction is at student’s academic level.  Workshop Model of Instruction ◦ Reading ◦ Writing ◦ Math ◦ Science  Workshop model includes :  Opening - 10 minutes  Work Period - 40 minutes  Closing - 10 minutes

 Personal goal setting  Small group instruction based on needs  Students practice concepts using books at their reading level.  Students perfect writing based on their specific needs, levels, and goals.  Students share out their thinking at the end of each work period.

 Concepts are introduced  Students explore a variety of ways to solve problems through games and practice within small groups, partners, or as individuals.  Students share out their thinking showing a variety of complexity.

 Workshop model that mimics Language Arts and Math  Inquiry-based  5 E Model  Engage, explore, explain, elaborate, and evaluate.

 End of Year Expectation for Kindergarten is a Level 4/D

 End of Year Expectation for Kindergarten is a Level 3-5

2 nd Year for the Challenge Kindergarten’s goal is to read 5-7 books per week. 25 books per 6 weeks from the 2 nd – 5 th 6 week grading periods for a total of 100 books. To earn credit for a book, the book must at the student’s reading level! Read at home and school Use Reading Logs Our Million Word Kickoff is September 27th Awards will be given at the 6 Weeks Awards assemblies to students that have met their goal for the grading period

 Each month a new book is introduced to the entire school.  The book centers around the month’s character trait.  Mrs. Briggs, the school counselor, does character building lessons for that character trait.  Students respond to the books using a variety of choices across content areas.

Battle of the Books- ◦ Spring- 3 rd -5 th grades U.I.L- 2 nd -5 th grades Leadership Club-5 th grade Library Helpers-3 rd -5 th Scrabble Club Photography/Yearbook Club Choir and District Honor Choir Robotics Club

 HW may be assigned throughout the week. Homework should take no more than 15 minutes.  Students should read at least minutes every night.  Math-Practice and repetition is very important.

Making sure my child is rested and prepared for school each day. Make sure your child is at school and on time for school. Knowing how your child is doing by communicating with the teacher by checking your child’s folder/binder, , in person or by phone. Monitor your child’s homework and make sure study time is in a quiet place. Limit TV viewing and read together daily. Be an active participant in your child’s education.

Kindergarten teachers, classroom phone numbers and  Niki Butley, Instructional Team Leader  Tricia Hunter, Team Manager  Dina Clary  Ashlan Clements

 Thank you for coming this evening to partner with us to ensure your child’s success!