1. Bridges + U = Success!

2. What is Bridges? This program supports the creation of community learning centers that provide academic enrichment opportunities during non-school hours for children The program helps students meet state and local student standards in core academic subjects, such as reading and math. Offers students a broad array of enrichment activities that can complement their regular academic programs. Offers students a broad array of enrichment activities that can complement their regular academic programs. Offers literacy and other educational services to the families of participating children.

3. What is Bridges continued? Grant given through 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) Proposed activities target students and families of students who attend schools eligible for Title I school-wide programs or schools that serve a high percentage of students from low-income families.

4. Bridges Schedule Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday Tuesday through Thursday focus on math (Kendra) Friday Morning- Book Reviews (Liz) Friday Afternoon- Fun! ( RECLAIM YOUR WEEKEND) 1 hour enrichment activities each day (Friday until 4:30) 15 students per grade in grades 3 – 5 (including 2 student leaders) Small group instruction 1:8 teacher/student ratio

5. Bridges Schedule TimeFocus/Activity 7:45 - 8:15 amDo The Math- Number Sense 3:15 – 3:30 pmSnack & Social Time 3:30 – 3:55 pmSpelling & Math HW (same as 3 rd session from last year) 4:00 – 4:30 pmFacts Instruction (including computer lab rotation 2x per week) 4:30 – 5:20 pmEnrichment Tuesday - Thursday

6. Bridges Schedule TimeFocus/Activity 7:45 – 8:15 amBook Reviews 3:15-4:30 pmSTEM Selection Day (Wii, Lego Robotics, Free time on the computer,????) Friday: The New Saturday

7. Staff Assignments

8. Session Schedules Session I October 4-December 9 Session II Jan 10-March 2 Session III April 17- May 30 The same children will be encouraged to attend ALL 3 session so we can see true growth You may work one session or all 3!

9. How will children be chosen? Students who on the ‘cusp’ of being on or below grade level Teacher recommendations Title I Ranking Bridges Site Coordinator

10. Curriculum Math Math  Do the Math  First In Math  Greg Tang resources Writing Writing  Common Core

11. Possible Enrichment Activities Depends on the talents of our staff Dance (Katie) Sports/Fitness & Games (Kathy, Nelson & Jeff) Spanish Culture (Lori & Ana) Kidz Art (Anita) Cooking ??? Pirate Research or Gardening???

12. Communication with all Stakeholders! Bridges instructors Bridges 411 – http://bridges21cclc.hcpss.wikispaces.net/SES+Bridges - SES Bridges Staff & Parent Resource Wikipage - Click HERE http://bridges21cclc.hcpss.wikispaces.net/SES+Bridges - SES Bridges Staff & Parent Resource Wikipage - Click HEREhttp://bridges21cclc.hcpss.wikispaces.net/SES+Bridges - SES Bridges Staff & Parent Resource Wikipage - Click HERE 1 Staff Meeting per session ( But not session # 2) Professional Development Curriculum Training Student’s homeroom teachers Parents Monthly newsletter Bulletin Board 1 Progress Report per session

13. Payment for your precious time! Teachers - $30/hr Planning $20/hr Enrichment Teachers - $20/hr Para-educators - $15.41/hr

14. Any Questions?