Coming up at Arno…
Feb. 29
Sped Meetings a.m.
QAR meeting- Steve 11:00
MTSS- Lisa, Jenny, Steve 4:00
March 1
Happy March is Reading Month!!
Guest reading schedule begins
3rd Grade U of M
Jensen 30 minutes 1:15
March 2
Dr. Seuss Birthday!
MSTEP Staff training 7:30-8:30 OR 3:30-4:30 (voluntary)
3rd grade to U of M
March 3
SPRING PICTURES
Curr council 4:00
PTA Meeting 6:30
March 4
Bingo for Books 6:00
M-STEP Prep and Discussion
On March 2, I will be hosting an M-STEP review of what will be required and latest updates from the state. We will take the practice test, talk about the tools the kids need to know, and the content. We will also take a look at some of the other resources that need to be practiced weekly at this point. I am offering a session from 7:30-8:30 OR 3:30-4:00. If you are in grades 3-5, please try and attend- all our welcome as we all have a hand in the M-STEP.
Data Day Reflection
Thank you once again for your participation in Data Day. It is very valuable to gain insight to see where the building is heading as a whole, the kinds of interventions that are taking place (like ability driven classroom switching), and the reflection on your 2nd Q math assessment. We are on the right track at Arno and it’s been great to be able to start bragging about these things in the SIP write up. An overall summary:
– Most grades felt there classes did better on the 2 Q test and that the test was written in a better way
– Although results seemed better, questions were still analyzed for their quality, especially those that showed many students not scoring well
– Word problems and reading exactly what the question wanted seemed to be a common theme. We talked about relating that to practice leading up to the mstep
– Many discussed the need for a mid year NWEA to gauge the progress towards the end goal
– ORR grade level proficiency and M-STEP subgroup data was shared
– There was excitement expressed about the district adopting a new math series, which goes to the Board on March 14
– We discussed the plans of various grades to either implement or strengthen their current plans to help differentiate instruction through an walk to read or walk to do math approach- this gets back to our movement towards an MTSS system and really shows that our staff does whatever it takes to reach our learners!
Spring Pictures
Spring Pictures are this Thursday, March 3. Only parents who pay for a package will receive pictures.
Scholastic Dollars
Just a reminder, I would like to have grade level scholastic dollar orders by today so we can get that organized and out. Thanks
Bingo for Books
Please join in celebrating March is Reading month by participating in our annual
BINGO FOR BOOKS
March 4th, 2016
Eat, play, socialize AND win books for readers of all ages. Price is $5.00 per person. Only one card per player. Reservations are necessary.
*Price includes 1 slice of pizza, 1 drink, 1 cookie
*Additional pizza costs $1.00 extra per slice.
Date: Friday, March 4th
Time: Session #1 Session #2
Dinner 5:00-5:25 Dinner 6:15-6:40
Bingo 5:30-6:00 Bingo 6:40-7:10
March is Reading Month
We are so excited that March is finally here and the Arno staff has planned some awesome activities throughout the month which includes things like a book exchange, Bingo for Books, prizes, and a Star Wars theme! Please below for more information on all of the exciting plans for March…
March is Reading Month
Save the Dates:
Every Wednesday during March is “Wear it Wednesdays!”
Join in the fun and Wear it!
~Wednesday, March 2nd
– Wear a hat with words on it.
~Wednesday, March 9th
– Wear a t-shirt with words or a phrase on it.
~Wednesday, March 16th
– “Be a word” day! Wear a word pinned to the front of your
shirt. Pin the definition on the back.
Fun Fridays Reading Activities – Get Involved!
~Friday, March 4th
– Dress for Star Wars/Space: Wear clothing to school that depicts
your favorite Star Wars/space character and bring in your favorite Star Wars/space
book. No masks please!
~Friday, March 11th – Light Saber Day- Bring in a flashlight and your favorite book to
school.
Culminating Read-a-thon:
~Monday, March 21st
– As a celebration to end March is Reading Month wear your PJs and
bring in your favorite book.
**Please make sure clothing is school appropriate.
March Is Reading Month
Arno Book Exchange
Friday, March 4th
Arno is having a used book exchange on Friday, March 4th. What a great opportunity for students to get gently-used books. Each child can bring up to 5 books to exchange. When deciding whether to bring a book to exchange, consider the following questions:
1. Is this a book that you do not mind ever seeing again?
2. Is this a book in your child’s grade level?
3. Is this a paperback or a book that you do not mind exchanging for a paperback?
4. Is the book in good shape?
5. Would you want it if you saw it at the book exchange?
If you answered yes to ALL of these questions, bring the books to school by Thursday, March 3rd.
If you answered NO to any of the questions, please do not bring in that particular book.
Happy Reading!
101 Day in First Grade
Our first graders stepped into a time machine and came out 101 years old (Coincidentally, the 101st day of school). Take a look at some of our 101 years young students.
Mrs. Watson’s Hard Workers…
Kindergarten Registration Rescheduled
2016-17 KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION has been moved to Feb. 29th from 4:00-7:00 @Riley due to inclement weather.
February is Kindergarten Registration Month in Allen Park!
Allen Park Public Schools is ready to welcome your child for Kindergarten for the 2016-17 school year! The process is easy and we’re here to help.
Please share this information with friends, neighbors and family members who may have a child ready for Kindergarten next fall. Whether this is your first child attending school, or you live in the district and already have a child attending APPS, or already have a child attending APPS through our School of Choice Program, we need you to enroll your school age/younger siblings through our registration process.
*The entry age for Kindergarten for the 2016-17 school year – child must be five years of age by September 1, 2016. NOTE: All incoming Kindergarten students will be screened after Kindergarten Round Up. Placement recommendations will be made for students with early birthdates for Young 5s Program or Kindergarten based on screening indicators.
Kindergarten enrollment takes place at the Riley Education Center, 9601 Vine, AllenPark, Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30 a.m. –3:30 p.m. (Office closed February 15 & 16)
Please bring:
- Birth Certificate of Child
- Driver’s License of Parent/Legal Guardian (for ID purposes)
- Proof of residency (Warranty Deed/closing statement, tax or utility bill, homeowner’s insurance policy, rental agreement)
- Current School of Choice Families – Name/grade of student currently enrolled in Allen Park Public Schools
- Immunization Records or Wayne County Health Department Waiver (Required for enrollment)
- Health Information Form/Physical (Required for entrance, but not required at time of enrollment)
- Vision Screening Record (Required for Kindergarten enrollment)
As a convenience to our families, APPS will host evening hours for Kindergarten enrollment on Monday, February 29 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Riley Education Center. Please bring items mentioned above.
For more information, please visit our website at http://www.apps.k12.mi.us or call (313) 827-2105.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR – KINDERGARTEN ROUND UP
at Arno, Bennie and Lindemann Elementary
MONDAY, MAY 9, 2016 – 6:00 p.m.
*Children who are five years of age by September 2 thru December 1 may only be enrolled for kindergarten at the request of the parent/guardian through a signed waiver process. Waiver form is available at the Riley Education Center.
M-STEP coming soon… As it appears on the parent blog
In April, we will be starting the first window of online M-STEP testing. This is the state test that measures academic achievement and growth in English Language Arts, Math, Science (4th grade), and social studies (5th grade). Please see the schedule below as we ask for good attendance during the testing window. You will notice that the grade levels are separated by weeks.
http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mde/S16_Testing_Schedule_498529_7.pdf
In addition, please take some time and view the practice test link (Must be on Chrome) with your child. You can get an idea of the caliber of the test and share the information together.
http://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,4615,7-140-22709_70117-350540–,00.html
