Hey Panda Family,
As we inch closer to Thanksgiving break we begin to think about all the things we are thankful for: family, friends, our school, our students, and the list goes on. In life we can easily get hyper-focused on the few things that aren't going well when so many things around us are blessings. During this Thanksgiving season, spend more time and energy thinking about all the things that you are thankful for and that are blessings in your life. Fill your bucket with these positive items. It will make a huge difference! I am so thankful for each one of you and everything you bring to our school family. 💚 Two more days until break 🦃 We got this!
Here are the Weekly Wrap updates for this week:
New Updates
Staff Meeting: Our Staff Meeting for November will be this Monday, November 20 @ 3:30. We changed the date to Monday so everyone can start their Thanksgiving break right after school on Tuesday. Here is the agenda for our Staff Meeting on Monday:
- Good News
- Code of Conduct Training
- SEL Training - Todd Rich
- Good of the Order
Staff Absences: If you have a sudden absence (wake up sick, family emergency, etc.) that is not scheduled please make sure you text Mr. Elkins & Ms. Owens. We work together on all our absences so letting us both know at the same time will really help us be able to help you. Thank you!
Judy Hardin: Please join me in welcoming Judy Hardin to our staff. Ms. Hardin will serve as one of our Extended Learning tutors and will work alongside Elaine Christopher. Ms. Hardin will replace Lori Olive, who decided to head back into retirement :)
Staff Winter Social (from SCC): Our Holiday Social will be held this year at Austin's on Friday, December 8th at 6:30. In order to save funds for the end of year celebration, SCC is not covering the cost of this meal, we are simply organizing. Everyone will order off the full menu and will be responsible for their own meal and drinks. Please fill out the google form if you are planning on attending by Friday, December 1st, as head count is due to restaurant that evening. Spouses/significant others are welcome.
Address: 914 Mall Loop Rd, High Point, NC 27262
New Substitute: Nathalie Decker is a new substitute and she is on our preferred list. Here is her contact information.
321-312-7535
nathaliedrewdecker@gmail.com
Santa Forms Deadline: Please make sure all Santa forms are turned into Mrs. Medley's box absolutely no later than next Tuesday, November 21st. Please remind your families via Dojo.
Shout-outs: For the second straight year, all PGE teachers from last year either MET or EXCEEDED growth on EVAAS. This is an amazing accomplishment and we are so proud of you!
Updates from Previous Week
IEP Minutes: Effective immediately, classroom teachers will begin taking minutes during IEP meetings. We will support you through this transition. Here is a link to the IEP Minutes template - IEP Minutes Template. You will make a copy of this document before each meeting. The template is a Google Doc, so Ms. Gardner and I will be in the document too during meetings so we can help support you with the minutes.
November Drills: Only a fire drill this month. It will be unannounced.
Pam Mason for 1/2 Day: Between now and the end of the year, all certified teachers can book Ms. Pam Mason for a free 1/2 day of planning. We hope this will help you get caught up on plans, grading, communication to parents, etc. You are still required to be in the building during your 1/2 day of planning. You can use the staff workroom or the room at the back of the library for a quiet space. Please review the open dates on Ms. Mason's schedule here - Pam Mason 2023-2024. Communicate the 1/2 day of your choice with Ms. Mason and she will fill it in on her schedule. We hope you find this time very helpful!
Upcoming Dates:
November 20 - Staff Meeting @ 3:30
November 21 - Santa forms due
November 22 - 24 - Thanksgiving Break
November 28 - Pictures with Santa
November 28 - SCC & Wellness Committees @ 3:30
November 29 - SCC Event - Winter Wonderland @ Gboro Science Center - 7:00
November 30 - Lunch provided for the staff from Summit Church
December 5 - PBIS & MTAC meet @ 3:30
December 6 - Elkins @ Principal's Meeting
December 7 - Winter Musical dress rehearsal @ 8:30
December 7 - Winter Musical @ 6:30
December 8 - Progress Reports Due
December 8 - Staff Winter Social @ 6:30
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