Yes... Google is having issues. Sorry! The Technology Department is aware of the issue and keeps hearing me complain about it, so they are working on it. On another technology topic, if you have noticed an issue with Chromebooks connecting or internet speed, we are aware of that too and have purchased more bandwidth to fix that issue. We are going from 300 to 500 ... whatever that means. I'm told it will be a big help. Please be patient.
Quick Hits
- Last reminder to update your Google Doc Webpages
- Back-To-School Night is next Thursday, 10/5. Work on your rooms over the next few days to prepare for Back-To-School Night. If you have any tech issues, please put them in today and mention that they need to be addressed by BTSN.
- I need to know who uses PearDeck because I need to renew the contract. I have: E. O'Hara, R. Rolling, B. Browne, V. Monell, C. Osborn, E. Hummel. Any one else... I need to know by Thursday morning.
This Week
Wednesday 9/27
- What Made Maddy Run - Optional Book talk 3:05 Media Center Chapters 1 & 2. If you can't make it and want to comment on the three questions posted please feel free. (Class Code c373fmh)
Thursday 9/28
- FREE lunch in the Media Center (11:05 - 11:55) for the Energy Presentation by Dr. Bello sponsored by Zen Living Magazine
- Special Services Department Meeting 3:10 in the Media Center
Next week is Week of Respect 10/2 - 10/6
Monday, 10/2 - "Complements Monday" We will asking students, teachers, staff to share positive messages.
Wednesday (Day 3), 10/4 - Assembly 1pm (Students will report to their Period 8 class. Teachers please take attendance and send 10th & 11th grade students to the Little Theater)
Captains, Student Council Officers and NHS Officers will have a separate assembly at 2:15pm. Names will be shared on Google Calendar.
Friday 10/6 - Orange Day/Jean Day (District Wide Event)
Recent Blog
Back to School Night 2017
UPDATED Graduation Requirements
That's how to start a school year! I felt the first few days were very smooth with the new schedule and speaking with many of you, you felt the same way. Student feedback on the schedule has been very positive as well.
This year the Pledge of Allegiance will take place at 8:01 AM and takes 17 seconds during Block 1.
The staff Ownit Award will be presented today to a staff member that went above and beyond. You will find out later today WHO!
At the grade level meetings I shared and showed the students the signed picture and explained what it represents. I asked them to be my eyes and ears around the building and share with me the outstanding things teachers do for them.
District Policy Acknowledgment was due Friday 9/8. If you did not review and sign-off yet, get it done today.
One or two days without students to start the year? What do you think? Please give me your feedback so I can pass it along. (1 or 2 Days Form) It's not my call, but will try to speak up for what the majority thinks is best.
IEP & 504 Plans Review
Please check your email for the Google Form for you to check-off that you have reviewed the IEP's and 504's for your students.
Guidance News
I added a section on The Answers for Guidance related documents. One document I wanted to point out is the Teacher Letter of Reference (Teacher Instructions). This Doc provides you everything you need to know related to submitting your letters of reference for students on Naviance.
Important Dates
Monday 9/11 - Grade Level Meeting (Juniors) 11:35 - 12:00
Tuesday 9/12 - Grade Level Meeting (Sophomores) 11:35 - 12:00
*Both days students will be released to their Block 4 class
Wednesday 9/13
- Picture Day (Greenberg Center)
Friday 9/15
- Review/Sign-off on all IEP's and 504 Plans (See email for acknowledgement form)
- SGO DUE DATE - Approval Checklist for School Based Assessments. Baseline and copy of the Baseline Assessment
Wednesday 9/20
- Learning and Collaboration Time (We will be meeting)
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