Salinas City Elementary School District
Salinas City Elementary School District Newsletter
Newsletter
MARCH 2016
Salinas Salinas City Elementary Educational Foundation
ISSUE FOUR
Message from the Superintendent: March is an exciting month! We complete our second trimester and during spring conferences teachers have the opportunity to discuss with our parents their child’s academic progress. This provides our families the opportunity to further their understanding of our standards based report card and how to support their child/children in the mastery of the new standards. Many of our schools are hosting Awards Assemblies to honor academic progress as well as promote students’ attendance and behavior achievements. It has been such joy to attend school events and watch the pride on students’ faces when receiving certificates, medals and/or trophies for their great accomplishments.
Please mark your calendars for April 16, 2016 for the Donna AlonzoVaughan Music Festival at Boronda Meadows from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. There is no cost for the event. All students in the District are invited to come and to perform music on stage. There will be a fancy Car Show, educational exhibits and lots of local dance/music performances outside. Students and their friends/family are welcome to stay for the entire day! Food will be available on site for purchase. It’s going to be so much fun. Please come and support our amazing students. If you’d like more information, or want to get your school involved, please contact: Margaret D’Arrigo-Martin, SCEEF President at
[email protected] or Jackie Cruz, Music Festival Chair at
[email protected]. Thank you!
Also, last weekend, I had the pleasure of attending the Lyceum Spelling Bee where 4th and 5th grade students from nine of schools competed with other Monterey County schools. All of our students were outstanding with most moving forward to the second and third round of competition. We are so proud of Samuel Low from Mission Park who took 4th place in this Monterey County sponsored Spelling Bee. All participating students will be honored at the March 14th Board of Education meeting. It has been a pleasure to get to know some of our classified staff. Our food service, maintenance and transportation employees continue to greet me with a smile and have invited me to join them on local field trips or share a meal at one of the local schools. SCESD had the largest representation at the ACSA Secretaries Dinner & Dance for Region 10. I thoroughly enjoyed a fun filled evening with our classified clerks and secretaries. We are proud to honor those who provide a welcoming environment to all staff, students and parents each and everyday. Lastly, I am so proud of our many accomplishments but it is an extra treat to see our schools and teachers in local newspapers and news stations. Kudos to Oscar Ramos’ efforts for supporting SCESD migrant students and being featured on PBS documentary film. Congratulations to Amanda Reeves, Marlo Sharp and Mary Beth James for being selected to the Salinas Californian Teacher Honor Roll. Cheers to Loma Vista, Mission Park and Sherwood for your feature articles on PBIS and Anti- Bullying activities/ programs. As we look forward to turning our clocks forward an hour for daylight savings and welcoming the first day of spring a week later, my hopes are that everyone takes time off during our spring break to enjoy the outdoors and spend quality time with family, friends and loved ones.
Lyceum Spelling Bee
Congratulations to 5th grade student Samuel Low of Mission Park School who took 4th place in the Lyceum Countywide Spelling Bee on Saturday, February 26. Samuel correctly spelled philosopher, preliminary, quarrelsome, speculate and exhaustion. About 350 parents, teachers, principals, a superintendent (one of the spelling words), great-grandparents, grandparents and siblings provided enthusiastic support for these spelling aces. Page ! 1 of ! 6
MARCH 2016
Date 3/1
Audience Tier 2 Schools
Date Audience Kinder 3/1 3/2 Tier Schools 1st 2Grade rd
3 Grade Kinder
3/2 3/5 3/8
3/3
Location Bardin PD Center
Time 8:30-3:30
TopicScoring Calibration: Kinder Module 3 Math
Mission Location Park
3:30-5:30
PBIS,Scoring Tier 2,Calibration: CICO Day Math 1 4Grade, Module 3
PD Center Mission Bardin Park 3:30-5:30
st
Time 8:30-3:30
3:00-5:00
3:30-5:30
st S44
3:30-5:00
3:30-5:30
rd Interns/PIPs
Boot Camp: Report Cards & Conferences
DO, Board Room
3:30-6:00
Interns/PIPs
Boot Camp: SST Referrals
DO, Board Room
8:30-11:30
2 Grade
Math Scoring Calibration: 2nd Grade, Module 5
Mission Park
3:30-5:30
3 Grade S44nd
Interns/PIPs 4th Grade
3/53/11Interns/PIPs 3rd Grade nd6th
Grade 3/83/292 Grade th 4
th
Grade 4 Grade 3/30
Topic PBIS, Tier 2, CICO Day 4
ISSUE FOUR
Math 5 Preview and Planning Room 2Park MathModule Scoring Calibration: Kinder Module 3Kammann, Mission st March Cadre Meeting DO, Conference Room
1 Grade 3/3
rd Tier 3 Schools
3/11
3 Grade
3/29
6 Grade
Math Scoring Calibration: 1 Grade, Module 3 Math Module 5 Preview and Planning March Cadre Meeting
Mission Park
Kammann, Room 2
3:00-5:00
DO, Conference Room
3:30-5:00
Boot Module Camp: 5Report & Conferences Sherwood DO, Board Room Math PreviewCards and Planning 3:30-5:00
3:30-6:00
Boot Scoring Camp: Calibration: SST Referrals Math 3rd Grade, Module 4
8:30-11:30
th
Mission DO, Park Board Room 3:30-5:30
nd Grade,
Math Calibration: 6 2 Grade, ModuleModule 4 Mission Park MathScoring Scoring Calibration: 5 Mission Park Math 6 Preview and and Planning Los Padres MathModule Module 5 Preview Planning Sherwood
3:30-5:30
3:30-5:30
3:30-5:00
3:30-5:00
PBIS Tier 3, Day 4
8:30-3:30
North Salinas HS MPR
Math Scoring Calibration: 3rd Grade, Module 4
Mission Park
Math Scoring Calibration: 6th Grade, Module 4
Mission Park
Addi$onal th Math PD Opportuni$es
3:30-5:30 3:30-5:30
Rubric Calibra$on Sessions Lee Howell is leading Rubric Calibra4on sessions 6 at Preview Mission Park Elementary in Room 30. What is rubric calibra4on, you ask? It 3:30-5:00 4th Grade Math Module and Planning Los Padres is a golden opportunity to work with your grade level colleagues to look at and apply the End of Module rubric with real student 3/30 Tier 3 Schools Tierwith 3, Day 4 Math rubrics helps us apply the rubric North HSaMPR samples together. Calibra4ng oPBIS ur scoring the Eureka more Salinas consistently cross the 8:30-3:30 district. Teachers are repor4ng that this is helping them to more quickly use the rubric in scoring student work, and appreciate the valuable collabora4on with colleagues from different sites. Teachers are compensated for aJending. Module Preview and Planning Over Winter Break Linda Dilger and Denise Green offered grade level module previews and planning sessions. Sophia WiPng and Lee Howell have also been working with CaMSP par4cipants to preview modules and plan strategic instruc4on. Teachers overwhelmingly have reported that these opportuni4es to work collabora4vely with colleagues were extremely valuable. Our academic coaches, along with Sophia, Lee, and Linda are now scheduling sessions for all grade levels. Please check your email for announcements.
Language Arts Curriculum Adoption Whenever we have a conversa4on about a curriculum adop4on, we need to start with some driving ques4ons: What do we want for our students? What will best help them get there? How can we create environments that are consistently engaging and suppor:ng of both students and teachers? With an opportunity for a new Language Arts adop4on, we need to make sure that any program we select suits our needs and the objec4ves we have for student learning. This is an important decision that will have significant impact for years to come. Just last November, the State Board of Educa4on approved Language Arts programs that meet the criteria set for the new California State Standards. That was the first 4me anyone had the opportunity to look at the programs in their en4rety. Two of those programs meet the requirement of our school district that there be both English and Spanish Language Arts op4ons. One of the two programs is Benchmark Educa4on's, "Advance!" and "Adelante!" The other is SRA McGraw-‐Hill's, "Wonders" and
"Maravillas." There are samples of both programs available in the IMC at the district office for review. Next fall we will have grade levels at various schools pilo4ng these programs and sharing their feedback. At the same 4me, we will also have interested teachers working on developing units of study with a well renowned consultant. At the end of the pilot period, we will determine what we want to do for an adop4on. I invite everyone who is interested to aJend the PICT mee4ng on March 2 where we will share more informa4on about the pilo4ng process. We will also have a presenta4on from teachers at El Gabilan school who were able to visit with Connie Kamm, the consultant who is assis4ng a number of districts across California in developing their own units of study. They will share their experience and their enthusiasm regarding the process. I also invite everyone to aJend an informa4onal mee4ng with the consultant, Connie Kamm, on April 9 to ask ques4ons and learn more about the crea4on of units of study. Teachers will be compensated at the addi4onal rate of pay for aJending the informa4onal mee4ng. More specific details will be coming soon.
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MARCH 2016
ISSUE FOUR
Educational Services The B.E.S.T. program has begun implemen4ng a new arts enrichment curriculum called Art in Ac4on for students in the B.E.S.T. A_er School Program across the district. Staff aJended a training in January and are presen4ng art lessons that focus on a famous ar4st and art technique or concept. Here is an example of student artwork from University Park's B.E.S.T. students. Applica4ons for the 2016-‐17 school year are available in school offices with priority given for students con4nuing in the program. All other students will be accepted on a first come first served basis with many programs filling up quickly. Please encourage families to get those applica4ons in!
Instructional Technology Department Tech U! Technology University, January 23, 2016 at Boronda Meadows Elementary. Kudos to everyone who rocked Tech U. Facilitators, participants, and support staff all contributed to the positive energy, interactive learning, and inspired leadership. Over 60 teachers attended Tech. U and were thoroughly immersed in hands-‐on learning.
2016 CISC Symposium “Student Voices” The Computer Using Educators (CUE) organization collaborated with the Curriculum & Instruction Steering Committee (CISC) Leadership Symposium to produce a student-centered pre-conference event held in Monterey, CA on Feb. 24, 2016. CISC is the steering committee of the California County Superintendents Educational Services Association (CCSESA). Six students from four district schools represented Salinas City Elementary on this panel and made a small presentation to discuss their views on "What I want out of school vs. What I am getting". The students did an amazing job in presenting their ideas! The students were Emily Lopez and Priscilla Garcia from Boronda Meadows, Lincoln Johnson from Mission Park, Aleah Schreiber and Ricky Perez from Monterey Park, and Lauren Villaneda from Laurel Wood School. The students were supported by three teacher-leaders, Andrea Tocci from Boronda Meadows, María Paredes-Márquez from Mission Park, and Nicole Williams, who assisted Monterey Park School. Page ! 3 of ! 6
Transportation Rick Enriquez, Supervisor Thank you to all our Schools for attending “Farm Day.” We enjoy transporting our students to events that enrich their education.
Field trips are in full swing, please plan ahead and reserve your bus today! With limited drivers, our dates fill up very quickly. I would like to take this opportunity to thank our Maintenance Department for the great job renovating our office lounge and bathrooms. We really appreciate the great work!
MARCH 2016
ISSUE FOUR
School Climate & Culture Sandy Fuerte, Program Manager School sites have been busy providing positive, safe, and wellmaintained learning environments. Students are developing social, emotional, and conflict resolution skills. Thirteen SCESD school sites are implementing a Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS). Schools are implementing an integrated system of Positive Behaviors Supports & Interventions (PBIS), Restorative Justice Practices (RJP), Playworks, Olweus Anti-Bullying Program (Los Padres, Sherwood, Loma Vista, and Roosevelt), and Non-violent Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI), to support student and staff success. The district’s School Climate & Culture staff is available to provide the following training for parents, PBIS teams or with your whole staff based on your assessed needs: 1. PBIS Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3 Checklist Overview 2. Playworks: Available for all school site staff, Available in English and Spanish for parents 3. Restorative Justice integrated practices (3 Tier Breakdown): Available for all school site staff, Available in English and Spanish for parents
4. Olweus integration (3 Tier Breakdown) for current schools implementing or receiving training: Available for all school site staff, Available in English and Spanish for parents 5. SWIS and CICO-SWIS Training for PBIS Team Members 6. Training on PBIS Assessments: Team Inventory Checklist (TIC), Self Assessment Survey (SAS), Tiered Fidelity Inventory (TFI) 7. Overview of the Districts Multi-tiered system integration model: Available for all school site staff, Available in English and Spanish for parents 8. Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Verbal De-escalation, nonrestraint training Due to the sub shortage, certificated staff trainings are offered after school, on Saturdays, school breaks, or by appointment at your school site. Please coordinate dates and times with me, to calendar any training you would like to provide staff and or parents. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication! Contact Info:
[email protected]
Testing & SIS Department Virginia Garza-Núñez, PSA Greetings: Grade 3 – 6 Smarter Balance Assessment Window: April 18 – May 25, 2016 Grade 3 – 6 CA Alternate Assessment (CAA): April 11-May 25, 2016 Grade 5 Science CST, CMA, & CAPA Assessment Window: May 9 – May 13, 2016 Grade 5 PFT (Physical Fitness Test): Please have your students start practicing on their mile walk/jog/run, push-ups, sit-ups, etc., at least six weeks prior to testing in order to be compliant with the PFT (Physical Fitness Test) recommendation. PFT administration window, May 16-20, 2016. ! Super Saturday Program - Academic Attendance Recovery Coordinated (AARC) Program: What is the AARC Program? AARC is a comprehensive program designed to provide a broad spectrum of instructional programs for students with excused/unexcused absences. It is also a way in which districts can recapture lost ADA revenues through a four hour Saturday/Sunday instructional program plus a short nutrition break. The AARC program is different than the traditional Saturday Discipline program in that the focus is on instruction. The instruction can reflect any type of curriculum that is offered during the regular week. The curriculum can be tutorial, enrichment, test prep, or any type of instruction that the school site or district would like to offer. The scope is broad and unlimited. ! ! ! !
What are the benefits for implementing an AARC Program? •Recapture instructional time for students.
•Recapture lost ADA revenue for the district.
•Employment of district staff.
•Reimbursement for Free and Reduced Lunches served. See chart with ADA percentages showing the impact of the AARC program (in green) thus far. Thank you to all of our staff members for going the extra mile to make these gains possible.
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MARCH 2016
ISSUE FOUR
Food Expiration Dates Cheryl Camany, Homeless Liaison
Many of us pay a+en-on to the dates on food that we purchase without fully understanding the significance of those dates. Therefore, we might be throwing away good food which in turn could be feeding one of our homeless families. Please see detailed informa-on in the le+er from Food Bank of Monterey County.
Food Expiration Dates On Friday, February 5, 2016, Cathie Montero
wrote:
Hi Cheryl, I apologize for the delay in responding about our conversation the other morning on food safety and dates on canned foods. First of all, thank you for asking about food safety. It is important that we are aware of the meaning of the dates on our canned foods and dry goods. The more information we have and are able to share with others, the better off we are in our knowledge of food safety. Most dates on canned foods are “best buy” dates. That means that the stores need to sell the foods by these dates. The manufacturer of these products also guarantees that the food quality as far as taste is 100% of how they want their foods to taste. After these dates, food taste cannot be guaranteed (it might drop to 99% or 98%)….but it does not mean that the food is not safe to eat. The food can be safe for several years beyond the “best buy” date. We, here at the Food Bank, go out only two years beyond these dates. The United States government says it is safe to go as far as seven years beyond the date. We currently stock our shelves with 2015 and newer “best buy” dates. Anything before that has already been taken. Of course, perishable foods are another story. Since we do live in an area blessed by a bounty of fresh produce, we are able to provide fresh items to the agencies. Common sense tells us the sooner we eat this the better it tastes. If it smells and wilts, toss it out. Please let me know if you have any further questions on food safety. Thank you, Cathie
Cathleen Montero Community Partnership Coordinator Holiday Food Drive Coordinator Food Bank for Monterey County 815 West Market Street, Suite 5 Salinas, CA 93901 (831) 758-1523
(831) 758-5925 fax
Salinas City Elementary Education Foundation (SCEEF) Margaret D’Arrigo-Martin, President
The Founda+on funded transporta+on for all of our 5th grade students to Hartnell College in February to enjoy a special 45 minute Piano and Organ Italian Symphonic duo performance by Francesco ABes+ and MaBeo Galli. The world renowned musicians were sponsored by the Hartnell College Founda+on. The opportunity for our 5th graders to experience a live musical performance on stage is one area of focus for SCEEF. The two day performance by the Italian Symphonic duo was a wonderful learning experience and a treat for our 5th graders! Earlier in the 2015-‐16 school year, our 4th Graders were invited to see the Nutcracker Ballet at Sherwood Hall. Another fine example of SCEEF suppor+ng music/arts for our students. Thank you! Page ! 5 of ! 6
MARCH 2016
ISSUE FOUR
Human Resources Beatriz Chaidez was appointed as Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources for Salinas City Elementary School District effective December 15, 2015. Mrs. Chaidez is very well qualified as an educational leader possessing a Masters degree in Educational Administration from Fresno Pacific University and anticipating completion of her Doctorate in Educational Leadership from UC Davis. Mrs. Chaidez has a broad range of experience both as a teacher and an administrator. She has been a teacher of Two Way Bilingual Immersion Kindergarten, first grade through middle school and ELD/Title I. She has also been a high school principal as well as a superintendent/principal over a span of eight years. And she was the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction for the Sacramento City Unified School District. She formally held the position of Director of Pupil Personnel Services for Salinas City Elementary School District. We are pleased to welcome Mrs. Chaidez to the position of Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources in our district and believe that her varied background and educational expertise will bring the highest level of commitment to service for Human Resources.
We are pleased to announce the assignment of Susie Shin Ma as the vice principal of Lincoln Elementary School. Susie brings a wealth of experience as a bilingual teacher and site administrator. Mrs. Shin Ma began her teacher career as first grade teacher in Los Angeles and second grade teacher in San Diego. Before coming to Salinas, she was a drama/performing arts teacher, Spanish teacher, and curriculum coordinator at the International School of Monterey. She earned a B.A. in English at the University of California, Irvine. She obtained her teaching credential, Spanish BCLAD, and Master of Education degree at the University of California, Los Angeles. Susie is fluent in English, Spanish, and Korean. In August 2000, she joined Salinas City Elementary School District, as a second grade teacher in a Spanish bilingual class at Los Padres Elementary School and became the Bilingual Resource Teacher for several years. In 2013-14, she was the Teacher on Special Assignment for Common Core Resource Support (aka, Math Coach). Mrs. Shin Ma’s administrative career began as vice principal for Laurel Wood Elementary and continued Kammann Elementary School for 2015-16. Effective Monday, February 29, 2016 Mrs. Susie Shin Ma joined the staff of Lincoln Elementary School.
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