1. Dawn Carrico Assistant Principal Welcome to Roberts

2. A Peek Into Our Hallways

3. We focus on the WHOLE CHILD We are a creative, safe, and dynamic community of learners that nurtures and educates the whole child. Our high-caliber staff, in partnership with our supportive parents, provides students with challenging and innovative learning opportunities through exploring the arts, educating for character, and fostering vigorous thinking — all essential for success in our changing world.

4. repared espectful utstanding Effort nited Community etermined to We are Research shows that adolescent students (ages 12-14) who attend K-8 schools perform at higher levels than their traditional middle school peers, with both their academic and social/emotional needs better met.

5. We appreciate the recognition Top Performing School rating in DPS since 2009 High Growth School since 2009 Top Rating and “Top 10 School” of Colorado School Grades.com; Top 5% of middle schools in Colorado Middle School students rank in top 1% statewide for academic growth Only Stapleton school awarded Governor’s Award for Distinguished Improvement A 5280 Top Public Elementary School in 2014 – one of only seven DPS schools selected for academic performance across seven counties and more than 500 schools And the list goes on…

6. In a Nutshell Our curriculum follows Colorado Academic State Standards – Colorado Shines/Qualistar rated pre-K classes – Differentiation, supplemental curriculum, & teacher designed methodologies are incorporated Safety & Security are #1 – Full-time, unarmed security guard, campus doors locked at all times & enclosed play areas Schedule – ECE Full Day M-Th.: 8:15 a.m.-3:15 p.m.; 8:15 a.m.-1:00 p.m. – ECE 3 & 4 Morning Half Day M-Th.: 8:15-10:55 a.m.; 8:15-10:15 a.m. on Friday – ECE 3 & 4 Afternoon Half Day M-Th.: 12:30-3:10 p.m.; 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. on Friday – Parents must sign students in and out of school Uniforms – School-wide K-8; ECE does not wear uniforms Health & Wellness – Free breakfast every morning plus many initiatives focused on nutrition and physical fitness

7. And, we have fun while fueling our brains and our bodies

8. The ECE Experience We have been lucky enough to have all four of our daughters attend Bill Roberts starting at the ECE 3 level. Although each one is different from the next in personality and learning style, all of them have thrived in and absolutely LOVED this school's environment from day 1. Thanks to fabulous teachers and an incredible sense of community and pride, ECE at Bill Roberts has been a wonderful way for our children to kick start their elementary education. -Natalie Tognetti, Mom to 4 BR Students in 6 th, 4 th, 2 nd and ECE 3 We were so pleased with our experience in Ms. Leslie's ECE 4 class. My son thrived in her creative learning environment and was supported and encouraged to grow at his own pace. This was a fantastic fit for my rambunctious, energetic, and smart boy. We have recommended Bill Roberts ECE to many families due to our positive experience. -Trisha and Mark Hussian

9. A Day in Our Life Half Day ECE Parent Greeting/Interest Areas /Choice Group Meeting Small Groups Interest Areas/Choice Read Aloud Outdoor Choice Goodbye Circle Full Day ECE Greeting/Free Choice Large Group/Message Board (Shared writing, Group learning, Daily Job Chart) Outside Time Large Group/Movement (Music, Movement, Games) Read-a-loud Small Group/Free Choice (Active Learning) Specials – Drama, Music, PE & Library Lunch Rest Free Choice/Jobs Goodbye Circle Kaleidoscope before & after care available Free breakfast in the cafeteria

10. Special Projects & Traditions End of Study Celebrations – Families are invited to join us to see their students’ work product and share in their learning experience. Field Trips – Johnny Appleseed tour, Can Land Recycling Center, walks around the neighborhood and more! Parent Education Outreach – Topics are based on parents interest and can include Emergent Reading, Cognitive Development, Positive Discipline, to name a few. The Pumpkin Patch Water Day Field Day Chef Maggie Visit

11. A Bridge from Home to Kindergarten Introducing students to the classroom environment – Focus on the development of cognitive processes, receptive & expressive language, fine & gross motor skills, positive behaviors & interactions, and self regulation. School readiness – Early learning requires instructional activities are planned with intention and classroom environments and experiences are designed to meet special learning outcomes. Differentiation supports advancement on the developmental continuum.

12. The E-8 Experience As the only E-8 school in the boundary, we provide a unique experience for our students – School-wide Buddies Reading, math & special activities – Service Learning sponsored by the Middle School

13. Q&A

14. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me directly at dawn_carrico@dpsk12.org We would LOVE to have YOU at Roberts!

15. Let’s go see the ECE classes Thank you for coming!