Betty Adams Elementary Betty Adams Newsletter

Principal Brendan Feely

6450 W. 95 t h Place :: Westminster, CO 80021

Principal’s News

March 2018

Friends, It is that time of year again. The CMAS (Colorado Measures of Academic Success) is Colorado’s common measurement of students’ progress at the end of the school year. Students in grades 3-12 will test in March and April.

Office Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. School Hours: Grades 1 – 6: 8:30 a.m. – 3:20 p.m. All Day Kindergarten: 8:30 a.m. – 3:20 p.m. AM Kindergarten: 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Attendance Line: 303.982.9750 Fax: 303.982.9791 Office: 303.982.9790 Red Rocks Day Care: 303.519.3740 PTA Email: [email protected]

Website: http://bettyadams.jeffco publicschools.org

Colorado has a series of educational standards, known as the Colorado Academic Standards, which outline academic objectives for students in every grade across 10 content areas. Fully implemented in the 2013-14 school year, the standards have raised the bar for Colorado students, increasing the expectations so they are prepared to succeed in college or careers upon high school graduation. To measure students’ mastery of more rigorous standards in grades three through nine, Colorado has implemented a set of common assessments known as the Colorado Measures of Academic Success, or CMAS. PURPOSE AND VALUE OF STATE ASSESSMENTS CMAS are the only common measuring tool in Colorado for students in third- through ninth-grade. Measuring real-world skills like problem-solving and critical thinking, the tests are aligned to classroom work so teachers do not have to “teach to the test.” While CMAS assessments are only one measure of student learning, having all Colorado students take this set of assessments provides parents with answers to these important questions: • How well is my child doing on meeting state standards compared to other students? • Which schools and districts perform best in preparing students for success in meeting the state standards? • Which districts have the best performance on the state standards for children with special needs? • What schools and districts have the best performance on the state standards for children of color? We are eager to show the state what we can do. We are proud of our Betty Adam’s students, and their scores. We hope to keep raising the bar and increasing student achievement. Please avoid scheduling appointments during these important assessments. Brendan Feely

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Will your child be returning to Betty Adams Next Year? As we plan for the next school year, we appreciate knowing which students will not be returning to Betty Adams Elementary for the 2018-2019 school year. If you have not notified the office, please do so as soon as possible at 303.982.9790. Thank you for your help!

We are still preparing for our spring choir concert and "Grammar Rocks!" The rehearsal schedule for each show is listed below. All rehearsals are in the music room from 8:00-8:30 AM: 4TH GRADE "GRAMMAR ROCKS" REHEARSALS (speaking parts only): Thursday, March 1st: 4th grade speaking parts rehearsal, 8:00-8:30 AM, music room Thursday, March 8th: 4th grade speaking parts rehearsal, 8:00-8:30 AM, music room Thursday, March 22nd: 4th grade speaking parts rehearsal, 8:00-8:30 AM, music room CHOIR REHEARSALS: Tuesday, March 6th: Choir, 8:00-8:30 AM, music room Wednesday, March 7th: Choir, 8:00-8:30 AM, music room Tuesday, March 20th: Choir, 8:00-8:30 AM, music room Wednesday, March 21st: Choir, 8:00-8:30 AM, music room You can always find the rehearsal schedule on the Music Events Calendar at the following link: https://sites.google.com/a/jeffcoschools.us/betty-adams-music/calendar. If you have questions, contact Mrs. Reynolds at [email protected] or leave a voicemail at 303-982-7061. Keep up the great work! ~Mrs. Reynolds General/Vocal Music Teacher 303-982-7061 (vm) [email protected]

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Health Room Happenings MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION GUIDELINES The process for administering medication (prescription and non-prescription) to students has been updated. Parents must provide a medication order signed by their healthcare provider if their student has a condition that will require administration of any medication (prescription or non-prescription including Tylenol and cough drops). Parents are asked to provide medication along with the appropriately signed medication form which can be readily accessed on our Health Services website at http://www.jeffcopublicschools.org/health/medication.html and on the Betty Adams website Parent Resources Tab. Once received, a nurse may delegate administration of either a prescription or over-thecounter medication, based on the healthcare provider’s order. Please contact your school’s health aide or the Health Services Department at 303-982-7251 should you have any questions.

CLOTHING DONATIONS WELCOME! The health room is in need of new package(s) of underwear and pants only sizes 3t-7t for both boys and girls.

PTA has several open positions next year that NEED to be filled. No experience is required for any of them and they are a great way to become more involved with the Betty Adams community. These positions include PRESIDENT, TREASURER, SOAR STORE CO-CHAIR, MEMBERSHIP CHAIR, T-SHIRT COORDINATOR, LITERACY NIGHT COORDINATOR, and LONGMONT DAIRY COORDINATOR. For PTA to continue we are required to fill the President Page 7 and Treasurer Positions. If you or anyone you know is interested in volunteering for any of these position, or if you would just like more information, please let PTA know at [email protected]. We would absolutely LOVE to have you. Thank you, BAE PTA

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It's Art Show season! There are currently two district art shows with art on display by Betty Adams artists. Student work was selected for effort, quality craftsmanship, and unique thinking. Below are the students who ought to be congratulated for their achievements: Equity & Excellence Art Show (on display at the Jeffco Ed Center) 6th grade: Matthew F. 4th grade: Jacob R. 2nd grade: Noah A. Jeffco Elementary Art Show (on display at Red Rocks Community College) 6th grade: Nevaeh C., Katelyn S., Alana S. 5th grade: Andrew M., Maddox B. 4th grade: Liam C., Koen B. 3rd grade: Lela E., Zaylie H. 2nd grade: Yamilet M., Wyatt L. 1st grade: Preston A., Iain V.

Greetings from your mental health team! We are very excited to welcome Sarah Sterling to our team at Adams. Sarah is a Social Emotional Learning Specialist, assigned to the Standley Lake articulation area. She will be at Adams on Fridays to work with students on improving their social and emotional skills. She is currently supporting all three 4th grade classrooms, and has been a great help in the week she has been with us. Jeffco Schools has been working extremely hard to provide prevention services to educate students and teachers about the importance of Social Emotional Learning. Sarah has experience with Restorative Practices, working with a diverse population of students and their needs. As a staff, we are all still working towards implementation of Restorative Practices, and all teachers will be trained by the end of the year. All teachers are facilitating community/proactive circles at least once a week, teachers are running restorative circles, and the RP leadership team has been facilitating formal conferences. We are excited about the growth students and staff are making! Thank you for all your support. Dr. Jen Albanes, Mr. Carl Duvall, and Ms. Sarah Sterling

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Adams Elementary • Lukas Elementary • Ryan Elementary • Semper Elementary • Sheridan Green Elementary • Witt Elementary • Mandalay Middle School • Wayne Carle Middle School

March 2018 Athletic & Activity Events_____________________________________________               

Full schedule can be found at: http://www.jeffcok12events.org/public/genie/581/school/16/ Senior Honors Earth Science Overnight Trip - Feb. 28-Mar. 2 - Arches National Park Standley Lake Athletic Boosters Meeting - Mar. 5 - 6:15pm-8:15pm - SLHS Library PTSA Membership Meeting - Mar. 7 - 7:00pm-8:30pm - SLHS Library Musical Performance - Mar. 8-Mar. 10 - 7:00pm-10:00pm - SLHS Auditorium German Field Trip to Colorado German Day - Mar. 10 - 8:00am-7:00pm - Bear Creek HS Underclassmen College Night - Mar. 14 - 5:30pm-8:00pm - SLHS Choir Concert - Mar. 15 - 7:00pm-9:00pm - SLHS Auditorium Swing Dance - Mar. 16 - 6:00pm-9:00pm - SLHS Cafeteria Instrumental Music Mattress Fundraiser - 10:00am-5:00pm - SLHS Gym Orchestra Concert - Mar. 19 - 7:00pm-8:00pm - SLHS Auditorium Friends of Standley Lake IB - Mar. 21 - 6:00pm-7:00pm - SLHS Library Senior Class Meeting - Mar. 21 - 7:00pm-8:30pm - SLHS Gym One Act Performance - Mar. 22 - 7:00pm-9:00pm - SLHS Auditorium Spring Break (No School) - Mar. 26-Mar. 30

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We had a very successful Band/Choir/Orchestra Spring Concert to benefit and honor our very own Jack Knight and his battle with Duchenne’s Muscular Dystrophy. A special piece entitled “Ataraxia” was composed specifically for Jack and debuted at this concert. Our band program and Music Boosters hosted the Rocky Mountain Percussion Association Festival last weekend which also turned out to be a huge success for our music community. Boys and Girls Basketball along with Ice Hockey have made the CHSAA playoffs so we wish all our student-athletes the very best of luck. SLHS Poms will be performing at Nationals March 2nd-4th. Good luck to all our girls!

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Spring sports begin on February 26th. Music Boosters Fundraiser - Wednesday, February 28th from 4pm-9pm at Noodles & Company (8071 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada)

Mission: SLHS is a comprehensive high school dedicated to academic excellence, inspiring lifelong learners prepared to engage the world with empathy and pride. Vision: The SLHS community collaborates to create a growth mindset by establishing purposeful connections with all students, providing them diverse pathways to be future-ready, in a safe and welcoming environment.

Joe Generose I Athletics and Activities Director I 303.982.2828 I [email protected]

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Important Dates for March 3/1 3/2 3/6 3/7 3/8 3/9 3/14

3/15 3/16 3/20

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3/23 3/26 3/27 3/28 3/29 3/30

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4th Grade Speaking Parts Rehearsal 5th & 6th Grade - Mandalay Registration Choir Choir Student Council Officers Meeting/Room 13 4th Grade Speaking Parts Rehearsal Report Cards Go Home 4TH Grade Field Trip/History Colorado Center Advanced Band/Orchestra Rehearsal/WCMS Beginning Band/Orchestra Rehearsal/WCMS PTA Meeting/Library Student Council Officers & Reps Meeting/Library Early Release – 12:50 Dismissal Choir 6th Grade CMAS/PARCC 5th Grade CMAS/PARCC Choir 6th Grade CMAS/PARCC 5th Grade CMAS/PARCC 4th Grade Speaking Parts Rehearsal 6th Grade CMAS/PARCC 5th Grade CMAS/PARCC Growing & Changing Parent Meeting/Library 6th Grade Field Trip to Witt Spring Break Spring Break Spring Break Spring Break Spring Break

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March Birthdays Zavier G. Ian J. Adrian R. Ryan L. Colton M. Madison L. John P. Grace K, Jamie W. Yamilet M. Michelle S. Owen L. Nicholas J. Kiernyn H. Andrea M. Logan N. Nina B. Arianna P. Achilles C. Theodore V. Jakob L. Shohinkhon B. Evan W. Johann M. Koen B. Tatum C. Fabiola C. Jayce W. Solomon P. 7