1. Rosscarrock School We are your neighbourhood School 2008-2009

3. Kindergarten to grade 6

4. Learning is our central purpose

5. Principal’s message This school is a gem! Walk with me down the hallways and peek into classrooms and see why we love our school. Young people and adults are learning together in a happy, supportive environment.

6. Welcome to Rosscarrock School Motto “Rosscarrock Cares”. Kindergarten to grade six. Small community school 140 students. Many students walk to school. Out of area students choosing Rosscarrock School: 40.

7. Rosscarrock School: High quality staff love working here. Diversity of students – many cultures are represented. Excellent physical appearance inside. The community enjoys playground constructed September 2007.

8. Our students include… 21% English as a Second Language (speaking 22 languages from 21 countries) 27% with special needs on Individual Program Plans. 19% aboriginal students

9. Programs and unique features Daily Physical Education.4 Music Specialist.3 Literacy Support Teacher Mentorship Program – Big Brother/Big Sisters find mentors for selected students.

10. Support for students: Resource teacher coordinates student services. High quality ESL and Literacy Support. Educational Assistants works directly with children. Fuel for School Breakfast Program. Lunch Program: hot soup Tues/Thurs.

11. Support for students Homework Club Monday to Thursday after school. After school Y Program for grades 4 to 6. The Rosscarrock Community and Family Support Program (Room 9) provides parents, students and the community at large with help and resources.

12. Celebrating student work

13. Recent guest educators Calgary Reads volunteers – all year Two Quest Theatre plays every year. Quest Theatre week long residency, November 2008. Liz Sullivan – artist in residence 07-08 David Thiaw, African drummer and his band – October 2007 University of Calgary, Archaeology In-school Interpretive Program, January 2009 Three Left Feet, dance instructors.

14. “Our School, Our Community” mural Dena Seiferling, Calgary artist

15. As you enter the school…

16. Lunchroom staff supervise students

17. Library All students sign out books. Resources for research. Teachers read quality literature.

18. Library improvements $20 000 new books. Freshly painted walls. Improved shelving. Library assistant works with students.

19. Computers support learning

20. The Reading Room Guided reading resources K to 3. Books support classroom reading instruction. Books for home reading.

21. New Resources that support student learning Social studies texts K – 6. New music instruments. New math resources. New literacy resources for grades 4 – 6.

22. Active Parent Council Parents and school work together. New playground September 2007. New computers in lab and classrooms. Fundraising supports swimming, off- campus activities, Guest Educators.

23. Parent Council, staff and community constructed new playground – September 2007.

24. Building Improvements New roof – August 2006. Installed sink in lunchroom. New mailboxes, cupboard and coat closet in staffroom. Hallways, library and other public spaces “de-cluttered”. Hallways and offices painted Jan 09.

25. School Development goals: 2008-2009 1. Student achievement in the area of writing will improve. Increase % of students at the Acceptable Standard in grade three and six to 85%. Increase % achieving Standard of Excellence in grades 3 and 6. 2. Student achievement in the area of writing will improve. Increase % of students at Acceptable Standard in grade three and six to 85%. Increase % achieving Standard of Excellence in grades three and six.

26. How you help our students. Learning is our central purpose. Model being a learner. Show respect to others. Get along with others in the community. Have fun together.