Congratulations!!!!!!!
You made it to February!
GOALS:
ELA: The percent of students scoring below mastery in reading for information on the AASA English Language Arts assessment will decrease by a minimum of 10% from the 2024-25 SY. We have the opportunity to identify specific areas to target by analyzing the AASA blueprint and aligning our tier 1 units to the DOK level of AASA in all content areas.
MATH: Mount Elden Middle School student will increase student proficiency by 10% in math on the AASA math assessment the 2024-25 SY. We have the opportunity to identify specific areas to target by analyzing the AASA blueprint and aligning our tier 1 units to the DOK level of AASA.
As we are moving through the second semester please implement the following. If you already do this THANK YOU!
- Release student at the end of class on the bell. Please do not have them line up. There are many things you can have them do until the bell. Please review activities in the T-Bird Canvas course or reach out to the Lynn for closing activities.
- Please have a routine for students the minute your class begins. Please do not release students to use the restroom or water fountain as they have 4 minutes between classes. Please discuss with your classes for them to use the facitlities at passing. Students have plenty of time between classes.
TO GIVE A STAFF A SHOUT OUT!
From Julia: Ron, Nick, Olivia (Sara), Emily, and John are great teammates. It is a pleasure to work with teachers willing to go the extra mile to help kids even in areas you are not comfortable in like ELA.
From Anonymous: 400 hall- what an amazing group of colleagues to work alongside. I am deeply grateful for each of you and the joy you bring every day! It makes me enjoy coming to work in the mornings!
From Kristin: Carrie L: Our ESS students are lucky to have you!
From nikajkins44@gmail.com: mr schwarts
Black History Month: February is Black History Month. MEMS will have an assembly on February 21. Below is a resource to use in your classroom.
Emergency Sub Plans: Please up date your emergency sub plans with the correct rosters as we have had several questions from subs and those helping to prepare your rooms when you are out.
Red Folders: Please update your rosters as we have many students come and go in the last month. Thank you!
Child Help: This Monday, 7th grade parents will receive an informational and opt-out letter for the February 10th and 11th ChildHelp presentation.
AZELLA Testing: Heidi will be conducting AZELLA testing throughout the month the February. Please refer to her emails and release the students when needed. Thank you!
Dr. Brian Taylor: Will be here Wednesday-Friday conducting in classroom visits. Friday Q and A with groups.
Valentines Day: Student deliveries and exchanging of gifts will not be allowed or accepted at school. I will clearly communicate this to students and parents. If any items show up at school please have students bring them to the office for storage.
NEED SUPPLIES? Please complete the Supply Request form prior to getting your supplies. This link is also on the Nest. SUPPLY FORM
UPDATE on One Time Funds:
- Speakers in classrooms: I am working with technology to determine the best speaker to work with your projectors, Apple TV and devices. Stay Tuned!
Friday Collaboration
11:35-12:30 Prep/Committee meetings
Committees may meet if need to for however long they determine. If your committee is not meeting you then will prep.
Department Meetings: ELA, SS, Science and Math
12:30-2:45
Continue working with your department and grade level partner creating units, assessment and planning. Please report to the community room at your designated time to debrief with Dr. Taylor.
Debrief with Dr. Taylor
In the community room
12:30 - 1:15 ELA
1:15 - 2:00 Science
2:00 - 2:45 SS
Elective/CTE teachers:
Continue working on the writing activities in your classrooms, Reading fluency in T-Bird time and planing with your department.
CT/Department Leads
- Please email Tammy the room you will be working in on Friday.
- Ensure that your department has all items uploaded into your Google drive located in the MEMS Staff Shared Drive.
FEBRUARY:
14 Valentine's Day
17th Presidents Day No School
21st District Collaboration Day
21st Black History Celebration assembly schedule
MARCH:
5-7 Early Release 11:35 am Parent Teacher Conferences
10th-14th Spring Break
Testing Dates
All tests will be scheduled in the morning with a modified bell schedule.
March 26 & 27 AZ Science 8th Grade ONLY
April 1 & 2 AASA Writing ALL GRADES
April 8 Reading Part 1 ALL GRADES
April 9 Math Part 1 ALL GRADES
April 15 Reading Part 2 ALL GRADES
April 16 Math Part 2 ALL GRADES
MAY:
8th Grade Promotion
May 21st
Blue Team 4:00 pm
Red Team 6:00 pm
BLACKOUT DATES AND PROTOCOLS |
As a reminder, the days before and after a holiday (see below) are blackout dates for ALL staff. (Classified, certified, and ancillary) You must have principal pre-approval if you must call off for extenuating circumstances. Please don’t plan a trip without prior approval. Thank you for understanding.
“Personal leave will not be granted on unless you receive pre-approval from principal.: 1) the day prior or subsequent to any scheduled holiday, 2) the first or last instructional week of the school year, 3) Parent/Teacher conference days, 4) make-up snow days, 5) testing days for test administrators and proctors, and 6) district wide staff development days.”
Any day we are above the 10% threshold.
When we hit the 10% threshold, I will then need to deny. It is very helpful when you secure a sub.
Upcoming Blackout Dates Include:
February 14, 18, 21 March 5,6,7, 17
Testing Days: March 26, 27 April 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16
OVER 10% thresh hold: |
Any questions or concerns? Please either see Maddie or Brienne, you also fill this out!
Teachers' Rights Chair: Christy Weide
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