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