parent liaison’s · 2020-05-08 · grade scholars using dreambox at home, please encourage your...
TRANSCRIPT
J.P. RYON WEEKLY CARDINAL COMMUNICATOR – 6th Edition
Week of: May 11 – May 15
HAPPY MOTHER’S Day!
The purpose of the COMMUNICATOR is to provide weekly updates to parents, guardians and
scholars during the Covid-19 school closure.
A MESSAGE FROM ADMINISTRATION
Dear J.P. Ryon Families,
This week we celebrated our teachers and staff. Thank you for your kind words, emails, art-work,
posts, and other acts of appreciation. Our teachers certainly deserve much more and when this is all
over we will enjoy a celebration on a larger scale in person. A special thanks to the PTO for
organizing our virtual celebration to creatively celebrate our teachers and staff each day of the week.
Thank you to those who attended the Questions and Quarantine Parent Virtual Meeting. Our
Counselors Ms. Marzolf, Ms. Saunders and special guest Kendall Sweeney from Move This World
presented resourceful strategies for supporting social and emotional learning, self-care, and coping
skills. If you would like to receive any of the information shared, please view the Christine Bryant,
Parent Liaison’s message below. As we continue to receive updates and navigate our new normal,
social and emotional learning support is critical for scholar success.
New packets will be released Friday, May 15th. Please continue to support you scholar in engaging in
the distance learning lessons [click here for schedules PreK2nd Schedule and 3rd 4th 5th
Schedule] in Teams and completing the packet. In accordance with the updated grading policy,
scholars will earn a pass if they are accessing instruction virtually and/or completing each packet.
Scholars who are not accessing any instruction will earn an incomplete. Be sure to communicate
regularly with your scholar’s teacher to remain informed and supported.
In closing, we hope that all is well with you and your families and that you are remaining safe and
healthy. Please continue to adhere to state regulations and wash your hands often. Stay tuned for
official updates from the Superintendent’s Office regarding end of year activities, procedures, and
other information. We wish all of the mothers a very happy and relaxing Mothers Day!
Your Partners in Distance Teaching and Learning,
Dr. Melinda B. Johnson, Principal
Diedra Barnett, VP PreK-2nd
Scott Hangey, VP 3rd -5th
MOTIVATIONAL THEME
One Band! One Sound! One RYON! One PLAN! One Day at a Time! ~ We got this together!
MONTHLY CORE VALUE
May – Determination ~ Deciding it is worth it to finish what you started
STAYING CONNECTED
Follow us on Twitter @JPRyonES /Like our Facebook Page J.P. Ryon Elementary School
Visit our website www.ccboe.com/schools/ryon
Visit www.ccboe.com – use the AskCCPS Tab for questions
Check your email/Make sure your synergy account is set-up
Teacher/Staff phone calls may come from a “restricted” number
Ensure your scholar logs in to Teams for scheduled lessons
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL HOURS
OFFICE HOURS 9:00-12:00pm
Staff will be available and responsive for instruction, emails and other communication during this three-hour window Monday through Friday.
MEAL HOURS 11:00-1:00pm
Meals are served by drive-up/pick-up service in the front of J.P. Ryon and other meal sites. If your
scholars is not in the car, you will need to show the school ID or report card.
TECHNOLOGY
• ParentVue questions contact [email protected].
• ParentVue and/or Synergy questions - you can also contact your grade level Vice
Principal if needed; grades Prek-2 Ms. Barnett ([email protected]), grades 3-5 Mr.
Hangey ([email protected]). • Teams (online learning environment) for access to weekly lessons contact your
scholar’s teacher.
LEARNING PACKETS and GRADING:
• New Learning Packets #3 will be distributed beginning Friday, May 15th • Scholars who access distance-learning lessons in Teams and/or complete the packets
will earn a PASS. Notify your scholar’s teacher if you are unable to access the Teams
lessons. • Scholars who do not access instruction at all will earn an INCOMPLETE.
• It is important that you are supporting your scholar so that they remain connected.
WHAT IS MOVE THIS WORLD? ~ Ask your Scholar, they will tell you and show you what they know about the 10 emogers.
Move This World is a social emotional learning (SEL) program that uses interactive videos, movement, and creative expression to help students and educators develop emotional intelligence skills for long-term wellbeing. Schools implement Move This World’s curriculum seamlessly into their day with short evidence-based videos that introduce a common language and methods for expressing emotion. Move This World’s programs lead to deeper self awareness, stronger relationships, effective communication and a culture of safety and support.
Click here to access Elementary School breathing exercises. password: TogetherWeCan
MESSAGES FROM OUR STAFF
A MESSAGE FROM OUR INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP TEAM
Parents of K-5th grade scholars using DreamBox at home, please encourage your child to follow these best practices.
1. Try every problem: Persist even when it is hard. 2. Finish every lesson: Persevere instead of choosing another lesson. 3. Utilize in-lesson support: The feedback, hints, and help are created to assist you. 4. Use headphones with volume on: Listen to the directions, assistance and feedback. 5. Work independently: Don’t let others do your work for you.
DreamBox adapts lessons and recommendations based on the needs of each learner, children always have just the right level of support when and where it is needed. Home usage expectations for your child are:
· Plan at least 10-20 minutes for each session and plan to complete at least five lessons a week. · The only person that should be playing on your child’s account is your child. This is the only way DreamBox can assess their understanding of math concepts. · Use the Activity Feed in your Family Insight Dashboard to monitor your child’s progress. If they are stuck on a lesson, you can view it by hitting the “Play Lesson” button and help guide them with facilitated discussion. Try to avoid helping them directly in their student environment.
Parents can also receive updates and access to student growth using the Parent Dashboard. Follow the directions on this video for help: https://tinyurl.com/dreamboxinfo
Reading and Literacy, Lauren Washington can be reached at [email protected]
Math and Technology, Laura Metz can be reached at [email protected]
Enrichment and Gifted Services, Kelly Rodriguez can be reached at [email protected]
A MESSAGE FROM OUR SPECIAL EDUCATION TEAM
Team Leader Dr. Marlane Speed [email protected]
The 3rd alternative packet of materials for special education students is available at school from 11:00-1:00 p.m. Students are expected to do 4 reading and 4 math lessons by Friday May 15, 2020.
If you need assistance your child’s teachers are available between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Monday-Friday.Stay safe.
A MESSAGE FROM OUR COUNSELORS
Hello J.P. Ryon families!
Our hope is that you’re pressing through and adjusting to our current norm.
Have you thought about the need to escape from everything for just a moment? Does your brain need a break from schoolwork but still need some exercising? How about your teamwork skills? Try a digital escape room here https://kidsactivitiesblog.com/137828/digital-escape-rooms/
Two of our favorites are: Escape from space and Marvel avengers escape
Always remember, we’re all in this together! Happy escaping!
Your School Counselors, Ms. Marzolf & Ms. Saunders
A MESSAGE FROM OUR PARENT LIAISON
Hey Cardinal Families! Thank you for attending our Q & Q Virtual Meeting on Thursday, May 7th. If you missed the meeting and would like to see the PowerPoint presentations that was presented, let me know and I can email them to you.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out if your need anything! You are all doing an amazing job – working together as a family!
Your Title I Parent Liaison, Christine Bryant Email: [email protected] Call/text: 702-469-4672
A MESSAGE FROM OUR SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST
Hello J.P. Ryon families!
Are your Scholars having difficulty staying motivated? It is completely normal as they have had to make a swift shift to a new way of learning. This month we will be focusing on strategies to keep our scholars motivated to stay engaged in learning. So how do we do that? Reinforcers!
Some students will require a concrete reward system in place to motivate them to complete academic and other non-preferred tasks. Here are a few types of reinforcement systems that can be individualized for your child:
·Behavior chart – For students who are older, a behavior chart can be individualized in a variety of ways to track your child’s behavior across the day. In this system, rules are established and students earn points throughout the day for following rules and completing activities. If they meet their pre-established goal, they are able to earn a preferred activity or item. A popular reinforcing activity is electronics time.
· Token board – For students who require visual supports or more immediate rewards, a token system may be best. This strategy uses a token or object (e.g. poker chip, penny, smiley face, sticker, check mark, etc.) to reinforce appropriate working or behavior. Establish a total number of tokens the child must earn (typically blank squares on a token board and no more than 3 - 10 tokens). As the student is working, adults give tokens and verbal praise for completing a task. When they fill the board, the student earns a pre-established reward.
·If/then – Some students may require simple language or visuals to understand that they need to complete a task to earn a reward. Either verbally or with visual supports you state, “If you _______, then you can _______.” For example, “If you trace the letters, then you can play on the iPad.” These students would benefit from a work then break type of schedule throughout the day.
Shideka Mullings, School Psychologist [email protected]
SPECIAL AREA LESSONS
ART -Activities from Art Teacher, Ms. Knoll – [email protected]
ART TEAM meets Friday from 9:15-9:45. I will be doing live classes in the coming weeks. Watch for a link invite from me. Currently, I am in TEAMS via chat to help explain lessons to families and scholars. I am present in TEAMS during the week, to give scholars feedback on their uploaded work. If you are not able to be on TEAMS, the lesson(s) here can be sent to me via email at [email protected] and I will provide guidance and feedback on work.
ART LESSON: K-5
ART CHOICE BOARD: Please see the handout for more information . Scholars may select any of the listed art activities.
· Draw your favorite toy · Build a city out of Legos · Draw the funniest thing in your house · Make a playdough sculpture · Nature art: Andy Goldsworthy: https://youtu.be/fIQKZghtyiY · Art for KIDS Hub and draw something. https://www.youtube.com/artforkidshub · Create a secret treasure map · Torn paper collage · Art detective
S.T.E.A.M. K-5 ( younger students will need a some help)
This week we will be making a Pinwheel featuring the wheel and axle. This is just one of the six simple machines we use every day.
Materials:
1 sheet of notebook paper
Pencil with eraser
Scissors
Thumb tack
BAND and ORCHESTRA - Activities from Band and Orchestra Teachers, Mr. Whitford, Mr. Derr, Mrs. Derr
By now you’ve hopefully signed up for free accounts for SeeSaw and SmartMusic. If you’re having difficulty or need help, please check your SynergyMail for new codes, or watch the videos posted in Microsoft Teams. SynergyMail for new codes, or watch the videos posted in Microsoft Teams. Please check out Microsoft Teams for videos on how to use SmartMusic and SeeSaw, as well as a quick survey. Next week we will be posting our first video lessons in Microsoft Teams. If you don’t have access to a computer, the songs we’ll be working on will also be posted here in the newsletter.lessons in Microsoft Teams. If you don’t have access to a computer, the
If you have questions or concerns please email your instrumental teacher:
Band Will Derr [email protected] or Cliff Whitford [email protected]
Orchestra Tara Derr [email protected]
MEDIA CENTER - Activities from Media Specialist, Ms. Brown – [email protected]
Keep up reading scholars, it is one of the man key to success! Also, be sure to keep track of what and when you are reading. Do not forget to write down any questions or predictions you may have, you may find the answer if you keep reading!! Reach out if you need help with anything from me, stay safe, and continue social distancing. I miss you al
MUSIC - Activities from General Music Teacher, Mr. Moore – [email protected]
Hello everyone! I am looking forward to progressing through the month of May as we continue through our first full week! For this week, our younger scholars (PreK and K) are able to reference Kiboomers on YouTube to find new and exciting songs for them to dance and sing along to. Our older scholars (1st - 5th) can choose a song and work on memorizing at most 1 minute of that song. Next week I will reveal what we will do with those songs, but for now just memorize them. Have a wonderful week and stay safe!
PHYSICAL EDUCATION - Activities from P.E. Teacher, Mr. Aud – [email protected]
For the next 2 weeks we will be exploring “Foot Skills”
Week 2: Kicking
National Standards:
K- Kicks a stationary ball from a stationary position, demonstrating 2 of the 5 elements of a mature kicking pattern (S1.E21.K)
1st- Approaches a stationary ball and kicks it forward demonstrating 2 of 5 critical elements of a mature pattern (S1.E21.1)
2nd- Uses a continuous running approach and kicks a moving ball, demonstrating 3 of 5 critical elements of a mature pattern (S1.E21.2)
3rd- Uses a continuous running approach and intentionally performs a kick along the ground and a kick in the air, demonstrating 4 of 5 critical elements of a mature pattern for each (S1.E21.3a)
4th- Kicks along the ground and in the air, and punts using mature patterns (S1.E21.4)
5th- Demonstrates mature patterns of kicking and punting in small-sided practice task environments (S1.E21.5)
Kicking Cues:
· Arms extend forward in preparation for kicking action · Make contact directly behind center of the ball · Make contact with the ball using your shoelaces or top of foot · Trunk leans back slightly in preparation for kicking action. · Follow through with kicking leg extending forward and upward toward target
Ground Kicking Activity: Wall kick
Focus on contact with top of foot. Student is 10feet away from wall. On signal, students kick the ball to the wall and then retrieve it, placing the ball back to start position.
Challenge (ground kicking):
· Alternate legs · Place tape on wall 3 feet high, must kick under tape · How many can you get in 2 minutes
Kick in Air Activity: Kick and Chase Race
· Race is against the clock. · The goal is for you and your partner to make as many clearing kicks as you can in 2 minutes. · Partner 1 will use a clearing kick, sending the ball as far out into the open space as possible. · After the ball is kicked, Partner 2 will count 2 “Mississippi’s” and then run fast to collect the ball and bring it back. · Partner 2 will set the ball back at the start spot and continue the race by taking a turn to make a clearing kick. Partner 1 will then run to collect the ball. Keep repeating until you hear the stop signal.
(If you do not have a partner preform both activities once you kick your ball race out and retrieve it as fast as you can)
Instructional videos can be found on the MS TEAMS web classroom.
TECHNOLOGY LAB - Activities from Technology Facilitator, Mr. Ogburn – [email protected]
It is an exciting time in CCPS. While students are distance learning, it can be so much fun to explore computer apps that help us learn as well.
Get familiar with Clever and continue to practice logging in. Ask your parent or guardian to assist with educational games and tutorials. You can use “Imagine Math Facts” or “Dreambox” (five lessons) as a specific focus for this week. There are many opportunities for education to be fun. Explore education from a virtual lens and you will be amazed at how exciting it can be. Let us all work together as we grow and learn virtually!
SCIENCE AND ESOL
SCIENCE – Activities from Science Teacher, Ms. Norris – [email protected]
Let’s Fly:
Today I would like you to make a paper airplane. Throw it and see how far it flies. This activity can be done inside or outside (with parental permission). Just watch out, windy days will make it harder to fly your plane.
Basic Paper Airplane ✈ Folding Instructions
1. Fold the paper in half.
2. Unfold and then fold the corners into the center line.
3. Fold the top edges to the center.
4. Fold the plane in half.
5. Fold the wings down to meet the bottom edge of the planes body.
This activity may require you to go outside. Be sure that you are practicing social distancing while outside within your community.
Science
1st, & 2nd Grade: Choosing any type of paper create a paper airplane. Throw the airplane and see how far it goes. Measure the distance. Test your plane 3 times to see how far it goes each time. Be sure to stand in the same spot each time you throw the plane.
Be sure to measure how far you throw it.
Trial 1 ________
Trail 2 ________
Trial 3 ________
Extension: Change the size of the paper by cutting smaller squares. Have a competition with your family.
3rd, 4th, & 5th Grade: Choosing any type of paper create a paper airplane. Throw the airplane and see how far it goes. Measure the distance. Test your plane 3 times to see how far it goes each time. Be sure to stand in the same spot each time you throw the plane.
Be sure to measure how far you throw it.
Trial 1 ________
Trail 2 ________
Trial 3 ________
Extension: You can try different types of paper and folds. See if you can make a plane that goes further than the 1st one you built. You can even add some mass to your paper airplane to see how that effects the distance. Add small items of mass. Some examples include a penny, paperclip, eraser cap, playdoh, or crayon. You can also change the size of the paper. Have a competition with your family.
ESOL Corner - Activities from Teachers, Ms. Schwab – [email protected] and Ms. Crouse – [email protected]
ESOL lessons are created for each grade level. The ESOL lessons are available only at the Westlake and McDonough High School distribution sites. Each grade level will feature a low and high language proficiency lesson. The lessons will vary in content for each packet. Packet 4 lessons will feature language arts and science. Please be sure to save all work samples in your portfolio. In addition to the lessons, please be sure to use Imagine Learning daily. Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns. We are here to help!
Thank you for reading and remember: When they go low, we fly H.I.G.H.!
For questions contact your scholar’s teacher or visit www.ccboe.com and use the AskCCPS tab.
Stay safe and healthy, remember to wash your hands often!
One Band! One Sound! One RYON! One PLAN! One day at a time! ~ We got this together!