Robinson School Advisory Council Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Attendees: Kevin LaCoste, Sheila Grimm, Jennifer Bonenfant, Karen Henry, Sridevi Krishnamurthy, Yang Guo, Melissa Higgins, and Janine Jones,
The council unanimously approved the January 18th minutes. Sheila Grimm made the motion to approve the minutes and Janine Jones seconded the motion.
Open Forum: No topics were brought up for discussion during the open forum.
Principal Reports: Kevin presented the following information during the Principal Report:
Principal’s Report
School Advisory Council
February 15, 2017
· Communication
-February Newsletter sent on Friday
-Visit our Twitter page @WPSRobinsonElem and our new Facebook page @ https://www.facebook.com/Col-John-Robinson-School-1890921297808567/
· Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment
-On February 8th teachers participated in a number of activities relative to professional development (Early Release Day). The second half of the school day was devoted to teachers working individually, with grade level teams, or content specialists on topics related to curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Some teachers worked on technology integration while others analyzed student data, etc. It was a very productive day.
-Teachers are finishing up administering benchmark assessments in reading and math. Teachers will analyze data to inform their instruction and in some cases make recommendations for interventions.
-Teacher recently completed additional professional development in the area of Responsive Classroom’s Morning Meeting. They have been implementing new practices over the last few months to build upon the already strong classroom culture. Teachers are eligible to receive professional development points for their participation.
· Community Building
- Our next Community Meeting is Friday, February 17th. We will take this time to introduce our new Care to Read Book “Say Something” which encourages students to be upstanders rather than bystanders if they witness someone being mean or unkind to a friend. Our greeting will be focused on saying hello in many different languages.
- Students celebrated Valentine’s Day with parties in each of their classrooms thanks to the many room parents and teachers. The students looked like they had a lot of fun.
- 100th Day for Kindergarten students is on February 16, 2017.
· PTO
-We have several Academic Enrichment Programs scheduled over the next few weeks including, Bubbleology, Day in Ghana, and Live Animals presentation.
- I will be asking PTO for their assistance in setting up for our art show which coincides with our annual musicals each year.
-This year Crisafulli School has invited Robinson to join them in their annual Spring Fest. After seeking feedback from staff regarding this fun event for families we will pull together a small committee to assist with the planning.
· Other
-Mrs. Oliver announced the musicals that pre-first, first, and second grades will perform this spring. “Colors: We're Better Together” will be performed by second grade students Friday, March 24, 2017 at 1:45. The musical is about a box of crayons learning to get along. “America: Of Thee We Sing" will be performed by pre-first and first grade students on Friday, May 5, 2017 at 1:45.
Important Dates
February 15th: School Advisory Council Mtg. @ Robinson School
February 17th: Spirit Day: Crazy Hat Day
February 17th: Community Mtg.
February 20th -24th: Winter Break-No School
March 6th: Kindergarten Registration 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
March 7th: Kindergarten Registration 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
March 9th: PTO Meeting
March 10th: Trimester 2 Marks Close
March 10th: Tie Dye Spirit Day
March 15th: School Advisory Council Meeting
March 16th: Early Release Professional Development
March 22nd: Grade 2 Music Performance - All School 10AM
March 24th: Grade 2 Music Performance - Parents 1:45PM
March 29th: PTC-2 hour delay
March 30th: No School-PTC 2:00-8:00
March 31st: Community Meeting @ 9:20
The following were questions/comments made by council members after the Principal’s Report was given:
Questions/Comments:
· Could we join Blanchard’s Ice Cream Social
Development of Curriculum Night Survey Questions
The committee reviewed the second draft of the survey, provided feedback and suggestions, and approved the date for sending to families. The survey will be sent in March. Results will be reviewed by the committee at the April 26th meeting.
Update on Progress Made Towards School Improvement Plan
Kevin shared with the committee an update on the progress towards the SIP. He provided the committee with notes/comments for each of the goals and activities.
Adjournment:
· The meeting was adjourned at 5:26. The next meeting will be April 26th @ 4:00.
Future Agenda Items:
· Complete Streets Project
· Assessments and Data Analysis Presentation
· Presentations for Parents
· Report Cards
· Social/Emotional Teaching and Learning Presentation
· Development of 17-18 SIP (Brainstorming, Development, Review, Vote)