Thank you for signing the AVID planner each night, and checking the blue AVID folder (organizational tool/OT).
AVID – Why that name?
AVID’s founder,Mary Catherine Swanson, believed that if students werewilling to work hard, she could teach them the skills needed to successfully complete the rigorous courses that would prepare them for four-year universities. She required students to take ownership of their own learning and futures, hence the acronym Advancement Via Individual Determination.
What is AVID?
AVID Center is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to closing the achievement gap by preparing all students for college and other postsecondary opportunities. AVID Center was founded to support and oversee theAVID Systemfirst created by Mary Catherine Swanson in 1980. Established more than 35 years ago withone teacher in one classroom, AVID todayimpactsmore than1.2 million students in 44states and 16 other countries/territories. / Homework-Wk. of Aug. 21-25, 2017
Reading: Mon.-Thurs. nights-Students read from an appropriate level book for 20 min. and record the title in the planner.
Writing: Students respond to a choice of topics provided in their nightly journal. Due Fri., Aug. 25.
The classroom newsletters can be found at http://www-kes.stjohns.k12.fl.us/. On the KES main page, choose my name from the drop down menu on the top-right (“select a teacher site”), and click. Newsletters and other items are regularly posted throughout the year.
AVID Intake Conferences
The Sign Up Genius conference invitations have been sent for the first semester. If you haven’t received yours, contact me, please.
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ketterlinus elementary school classroom newsletter
Ms. Ballinger-Gr. 2
Wk. of Aug. 21-25, 2017
Wow! Our students are reading EVERY day, and already taking and passing tests (80% or higher). Thanks for checking the planner, and encouraging 20+ minutes of reading during the week as a part of the nightly homework.
August Birthday Greeting
Birthday wishes go to Nevaeh as she celebrates her birthday this month.
iReady Testing
Testing begins soon, and our class schedule will be posted in Class Dojo. I’ll share the test results with you during our AVID intake conference. One way teachers are preparing classes is by sharing informative videos, but we encourage you to also watch the following with your child to better understand what to expect with iReady:
http://i-readycentral.com/videos/parent-overview-i-ready-diagnostic-257/?pt=building-admin /
Daily Exercise
Each day, students are engaged in at least 30 minutes of teacher-led, structured movement. At present, the children get a workout using Go Noodle https://www.gonoodle.com/ on Mondays and Wednesdays, in PE class with Coach Allen on Tuesdays, and walking and/or running (Mighty Milers) on Thursdays and Fridays. Comfortable clothing, sneakers, and socks are always recommended.Specials for the Wk. of Aug. 21-25, 2017
Mon., Aug. 21-Music with Mr. Gafford (Mr. G.), 1:45-2:25.
Tues., Aug. 22-PE with Coach Allen (wear socks and sneakers), 1:45-2:25.
Wed., Aug 23-Computer Lab with Ms. Tutten, 10:10-10:50.
Thurs., Aug 24-Art with Mr. Lewis, 1:45-2:25.
Fri., Aug. 25-Computer Lab with Ms. Rhodin, 1:45-2:25. /
Students are creating a rock museum in class as a part of the inquiry process in science. (SC.2.E.6.1-Recognize the earth is made of rocks. Rocks come in many sizes and shapes.)
Keeping Current in Education
For up-to-date information and news about the SJCSD, visit the district website http://www.stjohns.k12.fl.us/.
The Year at a Glance pacing guides, found under Families, then Documents and Forms, provide resources to use at home, and help in understanding the expectations.
Class Dojo
Not yet connected? Refer to the page in your child’s blue folder for instructions. Also, check your e-mail junk folder, just in case the invitation is there.