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And the "APAWS" goes to...

"APAWS" goes to ... from Cheryl:  For Jamie Griffin for her love and dedication to students. I'm always impressed by her commitment.

(If you'd like to give some "APAWS" for next week's blog, please send me an email!)

Freddie is here this week 6:30-10:30 pm.

Welcome Back!  I hope you had a terrific week off!

1. Bear Hugs: -   Be sure to give out Bear Hugs these next 4 weeks until winter break.  Be specific when you give them to students and tell them exactly why they have earned it.  We will have the Bear Hug student store at lunch on Friday, 12/8 & Friday, 12/22.  

2. Staff Kindness Challenge: - November 13th was World Kindness Day. Thank you to those of you who have already turned in your board!  I'll announce the winner on Dec. 22nd during morning announcements.  Thank you for modeling kindness for our students and staff!

3. Monday office: Karen will still be at Jury Duty on Monday.  Denise and Stacy will cover the office.  

4. Master Calendar: Please see the calendar events on the right side of our Blog for this week's schedule and meetings.  :)

A Peek at the Week..

*Freddy is here this week 2:00-6:00 pm

Monday, Nov. 13th:

• World Kindness Day!  See the shared google doc "challenge" and info included in this week's blog post!
• Zeenat is here today
• Awards Assemblies- see Master Calendar
• Leadership Team Mtg - 2:30 pm, Conference Rm

• Tuesday, Nov. 14th:

• 7:20 am - SST, Nakamoto, Team- Conference Rm
• 2:25 pm - Student Council Mtg

Wednesday, Nov. 15th:

• 12:45 pm - Dismissal - MINIMUM DAY
• All PK & K students are Early Bears

Thursday, Nov. 16th: 

• 12:45 pm- Dismissal - MINIMUM DAY
• All PK & K students are Early Bears

Friday, Nov. 17th:

• NON-Student Day

Upcoming Dates:

• 11/20-11/24 - Thanksgiving Week break
• 11/27 - Fire Drill 11:40 am
• 11/29 - Staff Meeting
• 11/30 - GATE Academy
• 12/1 - Funky Friday
• 12/4 - PTA Mtg

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And the "APAWS" goes to...

"APAWS" goes to ... from Teresa: I have a SHOUT OUT to Martha and Sarah for giving up their release time to meet for a 504 last week. I know how precious that hour is. You were so gracious and I appreciate them so much!

"APAWS" goes to ... Cheryl for leading the way and bringing out games for our students last week during recess as we discussed at our Oct. Staff Mtg!  Thank you for your leadership and providing other activities for our students to do during recess!

"APAWS" goes to ... Sarah for her first GATE Academy of the year!  It was a success! 

(If you'd like to give some "APAWS" for next week's blog, please send me an email!)

1. Conference Week: - have a great week meeting your students' parents!  I know what a busy week it is for each of you, but it's also a great time to continue to build relationships each family.  Through that relationship, your students' educational experience only gets better.  The parents are excited to meet with you, hear about the great things their child is doing/learning/creating and to learn what they can do to help support their child and you!  As always, "sandwich" your discussion; start with a positive, discuss areas for growth, and and with a positive as they leave.  

2. Trimester Assemblies: - Monday assemblies - please be on time and remind your students of assembly etiquette before attending.  I will ask teachers to join me up front, welcome everyone, remind students and parents of the awards being presented and then we'll present them by category.  You will bring your awards with you.  The C21 Communication award will be presented by a Rep from Placentia Library.

3. Staff Kindness Challenge: - November 13th is World Kindness Day. In honor of that, and because we need to remember to play and have fun too, I am sharing a "Staff Kindness Challenge" to print and complete, through Dec. 21st, if you'd like to participate.  When you return your completed board, I'll give you a raffle ticket for a prize.  I'll announce the winner on Dec. 22nd during morning announcements.  Just initial the box and put the date you completed the act of kindness.  I'm making this available to all certificated and classified staff.  If you like this and want to make a copy to modify for your own classroom, feel free. :)  I'm sure you've heard that Nov. 17th is the opening for the movie, Wonder.  Have any of you read this with or to your class?  If you'd be interested in attending a Staff night to go see the movie together, please let me know and we'll put a night on the calendar! :)

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And the "APAWS" goes to...

"APAWS" goes to ... our Leadership Team: Lisa F, Teresa, Martha & Steve for sharing the information from our meeting this past week and for collaborating with you as we work together to continue making Brookhaven the best it can be!

"APAWS" goes to ... Denise B for coordinating our Bear Hug store for our students!

(If you'd like to give some "APAWS" for next week's blog, please send me an email!)


It's a 4 day week!  As we head into conference week, be sure to find time to take care of yourself and your family!  There is always more work than time.  Be sure to stop to take a deep breath, laugh and do something you enjoy!  It will benefit you and your students.  Know that I appreciate all that you do to make Brookhaven a great place for our kids and each other!
Give a colleague a compliment this week!  You'll be glad you did! :)

1.  Report Cards:  If you haven't yet, please let me know when your cards are ready to be reviewed.  Here are a few things to keep in mind:

• ELD grades for all EL students.  If they are EO, you must put an X in the box or they won't print.  No other "setting" should be marked at the top of any of your EL students' cards.
• If a student received an F, you need to briefly address that in the comments section.
• Be sure to check the box for all GATE, RtI, or At-Risk students.
• Refer to Soundbytes for the At-Risk criteria for your grade level and the criteria and steps for any student needing an AIP.  The AIP should be generated during the Parent Conference if a student requires one.  I will forward an email regarding accessing scores/report in Illuminate to help you with AIP data.  If you have questions regarding this Illuminate report, please see me or Kelly.  
• For RSP students, there is no longer a box to check.  You do use an * to indicate grades based on MODIFIED curriculum.  Please collaborate with Carol if you have questions about this.  Also, you can refer to your Grading Criteria in the Hub to get more clarity on this.  I believe it's on/around pg 12 of the Grading Criteria.

2. Conference Schedules:  Submit a copy of your conference schedule in to the office.  We often get phone calls and that will help them to answer questions. Thank you!  Here is a Talking Points reference sheet from Ed Serv. should you like to use that at conferences.

3. AR and Ticket to Read:  I know we've had some issues with AR and TTR this past trimester.  I am hopeful that all glitches and issues with these programs will be fully resolved this week. I have been working with the district to resolve them.  Thank you for your patience!

4. Peek at the Week: I am not publishing a Peek at the Week this week.  You are able to see our Master Calendar on the right side of the Blog.  It's the same information as has been in the Peek at the Week each week.