Februar y 2017

Focus on Learning We are a student-centered organization. We believe learning is constant and use proven instructional strategies for

individualized instruction. We provide a rigorous and robust curriculum

Col laborat ive Cul ture We build knowledge through collective inquiry

and professional development. We promote innovation & crit ical thinking

for development of global competencies and uphold the districts

mission, vision, values and goals

Resul ts Oriented We monitor student progress toward specif ic learning

targets and create data-driven environments where learning is

constant. We provide feedback that is cyclical in nature and drives

instructional decisions. We ref lect on the results of teaching and learning.

Accelerat ion We believe in accelerated learning for all. We use student?s talents and interests to

advance them to their fullest potential. We assist students in

making informed academic choices.

McKin ley Elem entar y An International Baccalaureate

Candidate School

WELCOME TO MCKINLEY !

MISSION AND VISION

Our Mission is to ensure high level learning for every student through collaboration, innovation and acceleration.

www.fhevs.org

IB Spot l ight on Transdiscipl inary Skil ls

What do we want students to be able to do?

The essential element of transdisciplinary skil ls includes those capabilit ies that the students need to demonstrate to succeed in a changing, challenging world, which may be disciplinary or transdisciplinary in nature. These skills are best developed in the context of authentic situations such as those offered through the PYP units of inquiry.   Within their learning throughout the program, students acquire and apply a set of transdisciplinary skil ls: social skil ls, communication skil ls, thinking skills, research skills and self-management skil ls.   ( For more details on each set of skil ls, check out our school website.)It is important for all teachers to foster and support the development of skil ls by providing opportunities embedded in authentic learning experiences. When learning about and through the subject areas, students acquire the particular skil ls that def ine the discipline of those subjects.   The skills selected as part of the PYP framework are valuable, not only in the units of inquiry, but also for any teaching and learning that goes on within the classroom, and in life outside of school.

The 5 Essent ial Elements of the PYP continued?

Dear Parents and Students,

Welcome to February! We are looking forward to a great month. If you have a student who will be joining us for Kindergarten next year, please view the attached Kindergarten screening f lyer. We are now accepting Kindergarten screening appointments for our full day program. Space is l imited in our program so please register as soon as possible. Also, a BIG congratulations to our McKinley students who qualif ied for the Pepsi Bowling Tournament, Maverrick Piotrowski, Sofia Cicconetti and Beyla Sadler!

Internat ional Baccalaureate Update

By: Sabrina Rowan, IB PYP Coordinator

It seems the wintery Ohio weather has found us once again. During these cold, blustery days, our fabulous McKinley Global Kids are continuing to demonstrate all of the attributes of our student learner prof ile.   The students in grade 3, 4 and 5 are working on building ?global-mindedness? through activit ies built around the books ?If the World Were a Vil lage? and ?This Child, Every Child? by David J. Smith. During these learning experiences, children are discussing and ref lecting on a range of topics, including; nationalit ies, populations, languages and education.   I am amazed at their insight and thoughtfulness while engaging with each other during these lessons.   Their open-mindedness and curiosity about the world around them is helping to build a greater appreciation, respect and tolerance for our local and global neighbors.

Throughout the month of February, McKinley will continue to focus on the IB Attitudes of curiosity, creativity and cooperation. A recognition assembly is scheduled for Friday, March 5th.  

Curiosity- Eager to learn about nature, the world and the world?s people and cultures.

Creat ivity- Imaginative in thinking and approaching problems.

Cooperat ion- Working together for the good of the group.

Please continue to talk to your child about attributes and attitudes of global-minded people. For more information, go to the McKinley International Baccalaureate page on our school website.   Also, don?t forget to check out the IB Spotlight section of this newsletter.

A Note From The Academic Coach

By: Michel le Nizen , Academic Coach

It is hard to believe it is February and our McKinley kids are thriving!! We just celebrated our students successes at   l iving out the McKinley Motto   and IB attributes through their words and actions at our Fabulous Friday event where students could ?buy into? a cookie decorating and snowflake decorating extravaganza !   The students had a great t ime enjoying a cookie decorating   and snowflake creating activity.   It was awesome to see our McKinley   students? creative minds hard at work creating innovative snow f lake designs that will be displayed in the hallways of our school.     Throughout the month of February   our students will continue focusing on our third PBS pinnacle, Responsibil ity, and reinforcing our IB learner attributes   and attitudes.     Towards the end of February students will embrace the fourth pinnacle of PBS: Dedication and the correlated IB learner attributes   and attitudes.   McBucks   and McKinley pride abound as students work dil igently to   exemplify these qualit ies.   It is always exciting to see the pride students exude when they earn the ?golden fork?   and free entry into the McBuck events for working hard to be the most ?principled? class during lunch and recess!   Even off ice referrals have been signif icantly decreased during January as students are internalizing ref lective decision making, responsibil ity, and ownership of choices.   Our February PBS event will be a Thril l ing Thursday Event where students   will be able to ?buy into? a Game Day   where all our favorite games can be enjoyed! (Jenga, Go to the Head of the Class, Candy Land, Twister, Junior Monopoly, Skip bo, UNO).   A letter will go home closer to that t ime allowing students to bring in their favorite game.   As we celebrate students? successes, please know how much we value and celebrate our parent successes as well .   Without the help, collaboration, and support you offer each day we would not be able to thrive as much as we do and be a GOLD school!   Thank you for being a team with us to help our students soar to their fullest potential and being partners with us in our PBS and IB journey to continued success and excellence!   Our McKinley pride is high!!

Visit Us On The Web At : www.fhevs.org!

The preschool has scheduled a variety of outreach f ield trips for the remainder of the year. We will be partnering with the Lake Metroparks, Western Reserve Junior Service League, Willoughby Fine Arts and the Cleveland Children's Museum.  Each group will provide an opportunity for the students to experience new and exciting thing.  The Metroparks will bring in animals for the students to visit with.  The WRJSL is providing a well put together puppet show.  Willoughby Fine Arts is bringing a variety of instruments for the students to touch and hear.  The Children's Museum will introduce students to a couple of famous sculptors and the students will get to make their own sculpture. At the preschool we are always looking for volunteer readers. If you are interested in spending about 15 minutes with us to read a story please contact Kelly Porcello at kporcello@lakeesc.org.

STAFF / STUDENT SPOTLIGHT!

PTO News by: Katie Johnston, PTO President

Greetings Skippers!!

Thank you to all who attended the Book Fair! I LOVE watching the kiddos  get books!!

We have a bunch of FUN stuff in the works! The next meeting is Tues Feb 7th, 6pm to 7pm, right here in the McKinley Gym!

Come check it out and get the scoop on the upcoming events! No purchase necessary, free to enter!!!

We are planning a Father/Special Person & Daughter Dance for Feb 26th (pending approval), so look for the forms soon!!!

And don't forget the classroom parties are Feb 14th f rom 2pm to 2:40pm.

Make sure to like us on Facebook (Fairport McKinley PTO) for updates, fun stuff and you can ask questions there as well!

Thank you for your continued support!!!

Each month the Board of Education recognizes students and staff members who exemplify the mission and vision of the Fairport Harbor Schools. In January the McKinley Skippers recognized for their outstanding work were, teacher Heidi Elmore (grade 1), Madison McFadden (grade 5) and John Arcos-Arredondo (grade 1)

Congrat s t o our McKinley Sk ipper Ladies who par t icipat ed in

Hooping for t he Cure t h is year !

Digital Newsl et t er

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Febr uar y 27PR Committee Meeting 6:15pm

Board Meeting @7pm

Mar k Your Calendar !

SKIPPER PRIDE IS COMMUNITY WIDE !

Col d and f l u season Please help us keep the spread of germs to a minimum by keeping your child home if they have a fever or are vomiting. Children should be fever free (without a fever reducer like Tylenol) and not vomiting for 24 hours before returning to school. During this time please err on the side of caution if you feel your child is il l. Also, please remember to contact the school off ice if your child is out sick. Thank you.

Valentine's Day Par ties

2pm-2:40pm

New or Not ewor t hy

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Tr anspor tat ion Change For m!!

Please util ize and return to school the Change of Transportat ion form if your child will be changing their mode of transportation on any given day. The off ice will need to know before 2pm every day. If you do not alert the off ice of changes, this may cause delays in your child's dismissal.

Febr uar y 20 No School - President's Day

*** Important Traf f ic Reminders ***

- DO NOT CUT IN LINE. We have had several complaints of parents cutting into the pickup line in front of people who have been waiting. Please follow the appropriate flow of traffic. Cars are not permitted to enter the pickup line from PLUM STREET. If you are trying to enter from Plum you will be asked to circle around to get in line. You can see the traffic pattern outlined on our website.

- Please do not use the motor cycle shop on High Street and Sixth as a turn around point to get into the pick up line. Please follow the traff ic pattern.

Febr uar y 23McKinley Conferences 3:30-6:30

5th Grade Camp Parent Meeting