Happy Thursday 🙂
As we approach the end of Cycle 1, there are just a few pieces of information that I'd like to share with you.
Just a reminder that there is a DEEP session today until 4:15. I will also be holding tutorial on Thursday afternoons from dismissal until 4:00 for students needing extra help with writing or other areas. If you feel your child would benefit from this, please feel free to get in touch.
Also, since it is Thursday, please have a conversation with them about the work they have completed this week. Ask to see their work charts and kindly sign the back. It's been a little different with most of our 8th grade students gone, as well as Mr. Sean, so please bear with us as we continue to get work checked. *Also, there will not be a study hall period tomorrow so students need to do their best to complete assignments.*
Here is a brief idea of what we've been working on:
Language - using the writing process to write a memoir and continuing to read for Book Club as well as writing reflections and completing reading strategies.
Math - completing a review with a math test occurring Friday, 9/27.
SW - gathering information from presentations on the Middle East, Southern and Western Asia, Africa, and Georgia. We had small group presentations and now students are completing graphic organizers to demonstrate their understanding of the material. There are also Quizlet options in Google Classroom to help students study these regions.
NW - Students are completing vocabulary and notes regarding cells (sections 7-9 in their textbook which is on GC for their convenience).
The official end of Cycle 1 is October 8. We will be having our Social World (SW), Natural World (NW), and Language Vocabulary/Etymology tests on Monday, 10/7, with our end of cycle field trip happening on Tuesday, 10/8. More information will be forthcoming regarding the trip.
Students will be able to use all notes and graphic organizers for the SW and NW tests. If students need to retake any cycle tests, they will have the rest of this week to do so. Our goal is mastery and we truly aim for all students to be successful in obtaining the skills and knowledge necessary to be prepared for their next level of learning.
The 1st nine weeks ends on October 11, which is a half-day for students. Mr. Sean and I will be planning parent conferences for the weeks of October 28 and November 4. A sign-up sheet will be coming home in October.
A few ideas seem to turn into quite a bit of information, but it's definitely better to be prepared for what's ahead.
Thank you again for being such supportive partners in your child's education.
Ms. Susan
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Monday, September 16, 2019
9/16/19
Happy Monday, Families -
A few dates for you to remember ...
Sept. 16: PTA Spirit Night at Chipotle on Victory Drive
Sept. 20: International Peace Day Celebration
Sept. 27: Fall Pictures (Class Pictures and Make-ups)
*Class pictures must be pre-ordered for $10 before picture day. Please let your families know that Ellis gets a small portion of the proceeds for class picture purchases. Families may order class pictures by sending cash or check (payable to Strawbridge) to school with the order form OR by going online to www.strawbridge.net and using code: FM322621
Social World (SW) Work:
1) Please check Powerschool to see how well your child did on Friday's vocabulary and etymology test. If they passed the test and want to improve their grade, or if they did not pass the test, please refer to Google Classroom SW11 "Retest Options." If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch.
2) Please check in with your child on a daily basis using their work charts, study guides, and Google Classroom. We have found these methods to be most successful in keeping an open line of communication regarding grades, study habits, etc. among the teachers, students, and parents.
3) We appreciate you signing your child's work chart on Thursdays. Please make this a weekly habit that your child can count on in order to communicate what work has been completed, what needs to be completed, or if there is a need for clarification.
As always, your support of the Erdkinder program is invaluable.
Ms. Susan
Happy Monday, Families -
A few dates for you to remember ...
Sept. 16: PTA Spirit Night at Chipotle on Victory Drive
Sept. 20: International Peace Day Celebration
Sept. 27: Fall Pictures (Class Pictures and Make-ups)
*Class pictures must be pre-ordered for $10 before picture day. Please let your families know that Ellis gets a small portion of the proceeds for class picture purchases. Families may order class pictures by sending cash or check (payable to Strawbridge) to school with the order form OR by going online to www.strawbridge.net and using code: FM322621
Make-up and class picture day will be on September 27thfor anyone who did not take a picture or who does not like their picture.
Social World (SW) Work:
1) Please check Powerschool to see how well your child did on Friday's vocabulary and etymology test. If they passed the test and want to improve their grade, or if they did not pass the test, please refer to Google Classroom SW11 "Retest Options." If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch.
2) Please check in with your child on a daily basis using their work charts, study guides, and Google Classroom. We have found these methods to be most successful in keeping an open line of communication regarding grades, study habits, etc. among the teachers, students, and parents.
3) We appreciate you signing your child's work chart on Thursdays. Please make this a weekly habit that your child can count on in order to communicate what work has been completed, what needs to be completed, or if there is a need for clarification.
As always, your support of the Erdkinder program is invaluable.
Ms. Susan
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Progress Reports, etc.
Good Evening, Families -
RE: Progress reports, Saturday school, MESS event, Counseling Lesson, and information from Ms. Lisa
1) PROGRESS REPORTS: Progress reports will be sent home tomorrow, Thursday, Sept. 12. Please sign and return them by Monday, Sept. 16. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to get in touch through email to me (susan.torrance@sccpss.com for ELA/SS) or Mr. Sean (sean.vetrovsky@sccpss.com for Math/Science).
2) Saturday School is offered this Saturday, 9/14, for students who do not have at least 80% of their work completed for the weeks of Aug. 26 and Sept. 9. Your child will let you know Friday morning if they are required to attend Saturday School. They will have the opportunity on Friday to complete work during Study Hall - which means they will miss their club time.
Our class structure offers plenty of time for group work and individual work assignments to be completed. There is an expectation of self-assigned homework for all students. Again, feel free to get in touch if you have any questions or concerns.
3) Remember that the Montessori Education Society of Savannah (MESS) is hosting a screening of "Inside Montessori" at 6pm at the Yamacraw Center for Performing Arts. This will be followed by a panel discussion of experts in Montessori education. Light refreshments will be served.
4) Counseling Lesson: The counseling lesson for our students this week is called "Say Something." It is part of the Sandy Hook Initiative to prevent school violence. The message is that our children should pay attention to their surroundings, and if they notice anyone demonstrating behaviors that concern them (especially on social media), that they report this to an adult immediately. We want to help all children develop into safe and healthy adults. If your child shares anything with you that you think we need to be aware of, please get in touch with us or our school counselors (ivey.poinsette@sccpss.com or rebecca.burkhart@sccpss.com).
5) Information from Ms. Lisa, our fabulous Media Specialist: Please check the Ellis web page for information about PTA's "Do Good Things Grant" and Ellis Eats Out Night at Chipotle restaurant on Victory Drive.
Thank you and have a pleasant rest of your week,
Ms. Susan
RE: Progress reports, Saturday school, MESS event, Counseling Lesson, and information from Ms. Lisa
1) PROGRESS REPORTS: Progress reports will be sent home tomorrow, Thursday, Sept. 12. Please sign and return them by Monday, Sept. 16. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to get in touch through email to me (susan.torrance@sccpss.com for ELA/SS) or Mr. Sean (sean.vetrovsky@sccpss.com for Math/Science).
2) Saturday School is offered this Saturday, 9/14, for students who do not have at least 80% of their work completed for the weeks of Aug. 26 and Sept. 9. Your child will let you know Friday morning if they are required to attend Saturday School. They will have the opportunity on Friday to complete work during Study Hall - which means they will miss their club time.
Our class structure offers plenty of time for group work and individual work assignments to be completed. There is an expectation of self-assigned homework for all students. Again, feel free to get in touch if you have any questions or concerns.
3) Remember that the Montessori Education Society of Savannah (MESS) is hosting a screening of "Inside Montessori" at 6pm at the Yamacraw Center for Performing Arts. This will be followed by a panel discussion of experts in Montessori education. Light refreshments will be served.
4) Counseling Lesson: The counseling lesson for our students this week is called "Say Something." It is part of the Sandy Hook Initiative to prevent school violence. The message is that our children should pay attention to their surroundings, and if they notice anyone demonstrating behaviors that concern them (especially on social media), that they report this to an adult immediately. We want to help all children develop into safe and healthy adults. If your child shares anything with you that you think we need to be aware of, please get in touch with us or our school counselors (ivey.poinsette@sccpss.com or rebecca.burkhart@sccpss.com).
5) Information from Ms. Lisa, our fabulous Media Specialist: Please check the Ellis web page for information about PTA's "Do Good Things Grant" and Ellis Eats Out Night at Chipotle restaurant on Victory Drive.
Thank you and have a pleasant rest of your week,
Ms. Susan
Sunday, September 8, 2019
Weekly Announcements September 9, 2019
Good evening, families -
I hope you are all well following the events associated with Hurricane Dorian and are ready to get back to work on Monday, 9/9.
7th grade students will have a hearing and vision screening on Tuesday, 9/10. If your child wears glasses or contacts, please make sure they bring them to school.
A field trip is planned for Erdkinder students who are enrolled in Spanish with Ms. Colleen. It is scheduled for 9/11 to Islands High School.
Students who expressed interest in the DEEP Writing Program have been notified of their acceptance. Classes begin Thursday, 9/19, from 3 - 4:30. It has proven to be a valuable program and I'm pleased that so many Erdkinder students are eager to write!
Grab-n-Go Breakfast Program:
All students are eligible for the free school breakfast program until 7:50 am. A station will be set up near the media center for students' convenience. Please encourage your child to participate.
A note from MESS: There is a film screening of "Inside Montessori" which will be shown at the Yamacraw Center of Performing Arts on 9/12 from 6 - 9 pm. Following the screening of the film, there will be a panel discussion with leaders in Montessori education. We want to extend our thanks to MESS (Montessori Education Society of Savannah) for sponsoring this educational event.
8th grade parents: Please remember that the trip to Jekyll Island is fast approaching. Money and permission slips need to be returned to Mr. Sean as soon as possible. If you have any questions, you may contact him at sean.vetrovsky@sccpss.com.
Grateful for your children,
Ms. Susan
I hope you are all well following the events associated with Hurricane Dorian and are ready to get back to work on Monday, 9/9.
7th grade students will have a hearing and vision screening on Tuesday, 9/10. If your child wears glasses or contacts, please make sure they bring them to school.
A field trip is planned for Erdkinder students who are enrolled in Spanish with Ms. Colleen. It is scheduled for 9/11 to Islands High School.
Students who expressed interest in the DEEP Writing Program have been notified of their acceptance. Classes begin Thursday, 9/19, from 3 - 4:30. It has proven to be a valuable program and I'm pleased that so many Erdkinder students are eager to write!
Grab-n-Go Breakfast Program:
All students are eligible for the free school breakfast program until 7:50 am. A station will be set up near the media center for students' convenience. Please encourage your child to participate.
A note from MESS: There is a film screening of "Inside Montessori" which will be shown at the Yamacraw Center of Performing Arts on 9/12 from 6 - 9 pm. Following the screening of the film, there will be a panel discussion with leaders in Montessori education. We want to extend our thanks to MESS (Montessori Education Society of Savannah) for sponsoring this educational event.
8th grade parents: Please remember that the trip to Jekyll Island is fast approaching. Money and permission slips need to be returned to Mr. Sean as soon as possible. If you have any questions, you may contact him at sean.vetrovsky@sccpss.com.
Grateful for your children,
Ms. Susan
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