Week 33 - April 1 is April Fools' Day

April Fools' Day History

Great Things We Noticed:

• Family Math Night - Big shout out to Kevin for organizing the event.  Thank you also to Anna, Patrick, Suzanne, JJ, Doree, Rhonda, and PTA for providing dinner.
• 5th and 6th Grade 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament.  Thanks to Karla for organizing.  Final game is Monday.

Nuts and Bolts:

• June 3rd at Ramona RUSD is hosting its 3rd annual Digital Institute.  Click here for more information.
• Here is the link for "Your Power Hour" lesson plans.  They can also be found at bit.ly/HawksPL. 
• UCR’s School of Education and KQED are teaming up at UCR Extension to teach a course called “Youth & Civic Media.” It runs from April 1st through May 26th. There are two scholarships available for RUSD teachers. They will earn 4 units and present the lessons they develop in the course at RUSD’s 2nd Annual Civics Kickoff Day in August. Here’s the course description:   https://www.extension.ucr.edu/course/38353085. It would be wonderful to have both an elementary and secondary teacher accept this wonderful opportunity. If any of your teachers might be interested, please pass this along to them. Questions? Contact Carolyn Power
• Don't forget to send your cool pictures of the 2018/19 school year to Hawthorneyearbook2018@hotmail.com 

Upcoming Events:

4/2 - Co-Admin meeting (Longi out 8-11)

4/3 - Coffee with the Principals

      -  IEP Training (Carrie out 8-10)

4/4 - Eureka Training 6th Grade

      - Elementary Principal Meeting (Carrie out 8-10)

4/5 - Hawk Shop Open

4/8 - Google Training (Cindy, Debbie, Paulina out 8-11)

4/9 - Danielson Training

      - PTA Meeting

4/12 - Instructional Rounds

Birthdays:

• 3/31 - Erin Barnett
• 4/10 - Cindy O'Keefe
• 4/11 - Anna McVey

Week 31 - March 17 is St. Patrick's Day

Great Things We Noticed: 

• Our Team 5 Cleaning Crew coming to meet the staff - we are blessed with the best! 
• Mr. Sheffield and Company's Awesome Un-St. Patty's Day spread!
• Eureka Math training round 3!  
• Mariana, Haley Calhoun and PGS at the staff meeting! 
• All of the awesome new swag!  Thank you, Longi for organizing!
• Egg in our hair! (and on our face and clothes!)

Nuts and Bolts: 

• June 3rd at Ramona RUSD is hosting its 3rd annual Digital Institute.  Click here for more information.
• Here is the link for "Your Power Hour" lesson plans.  They can also be found at bit.ly/HawksPL. 
• We currently have 160 people signed up for Family Math Night!!   WE NEED YOUR HELP!  Please contact, Longi if you are able to stay and volunteer - Thank you! 
• UCR’s School of Education and KQED are teaming up at UCR Extension to teach a course called “Youth & Civic Media.” It runs from April 1st through May 26th. There are two scholarships available for RUSD teachers. They will earn 4 units and present the lessons they develop in the course at RUSD’s 2nd Annual Civics Kickoff Day in August. Here’s the course description: https://www.extension.ucr.edu/course/38353085. It would be wonderful to have both an elementary and secondary teacher accept this wonderful opportunity. If any of your teachers might be interested, please pass this along to them. Questions? Contact Carolyn Power
• TK-2 Teachers:  Watch for an email coming your way on 3/15 regarding the Wonders adoption. Sign up on the PD hub to attend the "Launch".
• Sign into the PD Hub
• Course is under Instruction Elementary - 00-06TK-2 ELA/ELD Wonders Adoption Implementation Training–(Grade) Launch Day 1
• Enroll in the course and fill out a Conference Request form if a sub is required
•  All elementary teachers must attend one day of the Spring Launch Day 1 training.
• The dates are grade level specific and teams are encouraged to sign up together.
• Dates may have multiple sessions depending on substitute availability.
• Launch Day 1 Wonders for teachers:
• April – 29, 30
• May – 2, 3, 7, 9, 10, 13, 14, 20
• There will be three additional training days in 2019-2020: dates TBD
• Don't forget to send your cool pictures of the 2018/19 school year to Hawthorneyearbook2018@hotmail.com 

Upcoming Events:

3/18-3/22 - BOOK FAIR

3/18 - Eureka Math 3rd Grade

3/19 - Family Math Night

3/20 - Lunch on the Lawn

3/20 - Team Meeting 2:55

3/21 - SPED Interviews at DO (Carrie out 8-1) 

3/21 - Eureka Math 4th Grade

3/21 - SSC Meeting

3/21 - 5th Grade Field Trip

3/22 - Eureka Math 5th Grade 

3/22 - Student of the Month/Honor Roll 

3/25-3/29 - Spring Break

4/3 - Coffee with the Principals

4/3 - IEP training (Carrie out 8:00-10:00)

4/4 - Eureka Training 6th Grade

4/4 - Elementary Principal Meeting (Carrie out 8:00-10:00)

4/5 - Hawk Shop

Birthdays: 

3/17 - Morgan Little

3/25 - Nicole Moore

3/26 - Ada Baretto

3/31 - Erin Barnett

Week 30 - March 8 was International Women's Day

Great Things We Noticed: 

• Starbucks Mode, one pagers and Google Expedition in Ms. Sumerford's Class!
• Our Beautiful garden! 
• 5th and 6th grade teachers using a solutions based approach to solve some of our behavior issues! 
• 2nd and 5th grade and High Impact Teaming! 
• Creative writing in Ms. Montgomery and Ms. Purdey's classes!
• Art to Go, 5 Star Writing and colorful cars in Ms. Lasak, Ms. Haas and Ms. Trent's classes!
• Wonder Walls and Your Power Hour!

 

 

 

 

 

Nuts and Bolts: 

• June 3rd at Ramona RUSD is hosting its 3rd annual Digital Institute.  Clickhere for more information.
• Here is the link for "Your Power Hour" lesson plans.  They can also be found atbit.ly/HawksPL. 
• Monica sent out great information about "Online Challenges" that you may or may not have heard of from your students.... It is always a challenge to find the balance between raising a level of awareness and inflaming the interest of our students.  This is a great example of why monitoring the use of the computers by our students is extremely important – active supervision during any time when students are using devices is the first and most important deterrent.  If your students are talking about it during class time, redirect them and reinforce that topics like this challenge are not appropriate for school.  
• Here are some tips listed in the article to pass on to any parents that might call: 
• Talk about it. Though we can't always be with our tweens and teens to prevent dangerous behavior, our words really can stay with them. Say, "If you ever want to do an internet challenge, check with me first."
• Get them to think. Help your kid think through the challenges and whether they're safe or have potential risks. Say, "Walk through each step and figure out where things could go wrong."
• Acknowledge peer pressure. Today's kids think of internet personalities as their peers, so seeing kids on YouTube doing a challenge could influence your kid. Say, "Why do you want to do this? Is this a video of yourself that you really want out in the world?"
• Stay (somewhat) up to date. Ask your kid about what's happening in their lives when they're not distracted -- even when it seems like they don't want you to. Sometimes kids are more willing to talk about what's going on with other kids than with themselves, so pose questions about friends, school, and trends. Once the conversation is open, you can get a sense of what your kid thinks about the latest craze -- and if they're safe. Keep an open mind and intervene if you're concerned. Say, "Would you consider doing a viral stunt if someone asked you? Which ones would you do and not do?"
• Model responsible online habits. Some parents are the ones recording their kids taking these challenges, so make sure your involvement sends the message you intend. Today it might be harmless, but tomorrow it might be more dangerous. Help your kids make the distinction so they can stay safe. Say, "Let's do a funny challenge together, but we'll only film it if you want to, and we'll only share it with family."
• Here is the link to the entire article: https://bit.ly/2XxNFGj
• A student in Mr.  Hara's class, Brandon Arellano, is currently in the hospital battling Leukemia.  We are collecting items for a care basket for both Brandon and his Mom.  Brandon really likes Sonic the Hedgehog, please drop off items in the box sitting in the staff room - 
• Shannon Dadlez created a class on the PD hub for the Summer Science Institute. If you’re interested you can sign up there. We already have 4 staff members who want to sign up so you will have great company if you sign up as well.
• Please complete the HOMEWORK SURVEY: https://bit.ly/2N7sCpf 
• SST/SBIT Meetings will be held 3/13 - The schedule is currently full, but we will be holding SBIT and SST meetings on Tuesday mornings going forward.  Please reach out to Beth or Sarah if you have a referral or question.  
• New NGSS User Training: Elementary teachers who are new to using NGSS materials (i.e. FOSS), are invited to attend a training on Monday, March 11 from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at Earhart B4.  Coaching will be provided and time will be compensated.  Teachers need to sign up on the PD Hub.  For more information, please contact Shannon Dadlez (sdadlez@rusd.k12.ca.us) 
• FRIDAY, 3/15 is our next 100% attendance day!  Students attending school on Friday will get entered into a raffle to crack an egg on Ms. Brown and Ms. Summers's heads! Classes with 100% attendance will be recognized with a special treat!  Please HYPE THIS UP - We want to break our previous attendance record!! 

Upcoming Events: 

3/11 - Eureka Math Kindergarten

3/12 - Eureka Math 1st Grade

3/12 - PTA Board Meeting

3/13 - SARB Meeting 10:00 

3/13 - SBIT/SST day

3/13 - Principal Secretary Meeting - Cindy out at 11:30

3/13 - Staff Meeting - Mariana presenting PGS information 

3/14 - PIQE Meeting

3/14 - Pi Day!  We should EAT PIE for lunch! 

3/14 - K-12 Principals Meeting - Carrie out 8:00-2:00

3/14 - District Leadership Meeting - Longi and Carrie out 2:45

3/15 - Eureka Math 2nd Grade

3/15 - Hawk Shop

3/18-3/22 - BOOK FAIR

3/18 - Eureka Math 3rd Grade

3/19 - Family Math Night

3/20 - Lunch on the Lawn

3/20 - Team Meeting 2:55

3/21 - Eureka Math 4th Grade

3/21 - SPED Interviews at DO (Carrie out 8-1)

3/21 - SSC Meeting

3/21 - 5th Grade Field Trip

3/22 - Eureka Math 5th Grade 

3/22 - Student of the Month/Honor Roll 

Week 29 - March 5th is Mardi Gras/Fat Tuesday

Great Things We Noticed: 

• The professionalism and care Sophie always shows our students and families! 
• Instructional Rounds #2 - We saw GREAT teaching and learning... Thank you for sharing your practice with us!
• Our preschool program scoring a TIER 5 (Highest Quality) in their ratings!  Only 35 preschools in Riverside County scored tier 5 and we have one of them!!  WOO HOO and WAY TO GO PRESCHOOL! 
• Books and Blankets! What a great morning - thank you for opening your classrooms to our families - THEY LOVED IT! 
• Arlington students coming to read!  They were so nervous and excited - and they had a great time! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nuts and Bolts: 

• June 3rd at Ramona RUSD is hosting its 3rd annual Digital Institute.  Click here for more information.
• Here is the link for "Your Power Hour" lesson plans.  They can also be found at bit.ly/HawksPL. 
• Monica sent out great information about "Online Challenges" that you may or may not have heard of from your students.... It is always a challenge to find the balance between raising a level of awareness and inflaming the interest of our students.  This is a great example of why monitoring the use of the computers by our students is extremely important – active supervision during any time when students are using devices is the first and most important deterrent.  If your students are talking about it during class time, redirect them and reinforce that topics like this challenge are not appropriate for school.  
• Here are some tips listed in the article to pass on to any parents that might call: 
• Talk about it. Though we can't always be with our tweens and teens to prevent dangerous behavior, our words really can stay with them. Say, "If you ever want to do an internet challenge, check with me first."
• Get them to think. Help your kid think through the challenges and whether they're safe or have potential risks. Say, "Walk through each step and figure out where things could go wrong."
• Acknowledge peer pressure. Today's kids think of internet personalities as their peers, so seeing kids on YouTube doing a challenge could influence your kid. Say, "Why do you want to do this? Is this a video of yourself that you really want out in the world?"
• Stay (somewhat) up to date. Ask your kid about what's happening in their lives when they're not distracted -- even when it seems like they don't want you to. Sometimes kids are more willing to talk about what's going on with other kids than with themselves, so pose questions about friends, school, and trends. Once the conversation is open, you can get a sense of what your kid thinks about the latest craze -- and if they're safe. Keep an open mind and intervene if you're concerned. Say, "Would you consider doing a viral stunt if someone asked you? Which ones would you do and not do?"
• Model responsible online habits. Some parents are the ones recording their kids taking these challenges, so make sure your involvement sends the message you intend. Today it might be harmless, but tomorrow it might be more dangerous. Help your kids make the distinction so they can stay safe. Say, "Let's do a funny challenge together, but we'll only film it if you want to, and we'll only share it with family."
• Here is the link to the entire article: https://bit.ly/2XxNFGj
• A student in Mr.  Hara's class, Brandon Arellano, is currently in the hospital battling Leukemia.  We are collecting items for a care basket for both Brandon and his Mom.  Brandon really likes Sonic the Hedgehog, please drop off items in the box sitting in the staff room - 
• Shannon Dadlez created a class on the PD hub for the Summer Science Institute. If you’re interested you can sign up there. We already have 4 staff members who want to sign up so you will have great company if you sign up as well.
• Please complete the HOMEWORK SURVEY: https://bit.ly/2N7sCpf 
• SST/SBIT Meetings will be held 3/13 - if you have a referral you have not already turned in please have paperwork in by 3/8.
• Please complete the ALICE training by Friday, March 8 (classified and certificated) - Contact Longi or Carrie if you need access to the training module. 
• Freedom Writers
• You are welcome to attend a pre-release screening of the Freedom Writers Documentary that will be held at University of California, Riverside on March 6th from 7:00-10:00 PM. This screening is free and open to the public. A Q&A session will be held immediately following the screening, featuring Erin Gruwell and one of the original Freedom Writers.

Focus: 

The ILE Team sent out an interesting article about Data Notebooks and Goal Setting in the Elementary Schools.  

Find the article here: https://bit.ly/2C0OsGq 

Don't forget to take your final PL planning days... These are good days to check student progress and growth towards their goals! 

Interesting Ideas: 

15 Amazingly Creative Book Reports

I Have My Students Create “Fakebook” Profiles for Historical Figures

15 Genius Lining-up Strategies to Make Your Life Easier   ** Check out the DOORBELL idea!! 

This Teacher Created a March Madness Book Bracket 

Upcoming Events: 

3/5 - Spring Pictures

3/5 - SLT Round 3 - Bournes - 8:00-3:30

3/5 - 5th Grade Field Trip

3/6 - Coffee with the Principal

3/6 - Leadership Meeting - Library

3/7 - PIQE Meeting

3/8 - HIT Coaching Session #4 2nd and 5th grade

3/8 - Baby/Bridal Shower 

3/9 - RUSD Job Fair at Ramona High School

3/11 - Eureka Math Kindergarten

3/12 - Eureka Math 1st Grade

3/12 - PTA Board Meeting

3/13 - Longi Admin Panel Hearing 

3/13 - SBIT/SST day

3/13 - Principal Secretary Meeting - Cindy out at 11:30

3/13 - Staff Meeting - Mariana presenting PGS information 

3/14 - PIQE Meeting

3/14 - Pi Day!  We should EAT PIE for lunch! 

3/14 - K-12 Principals Meeting - Carrie out 8:00-2:00

3/14 - District Leadership Meeting - Longi and Carrie out 2:45

3/15 - Eureka Math 2nd Grade

3/15 - Hawk Shop

3/18-3/22 - BOOK FAIR