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Broadus
Wood Family Update
April -
June 2013
Dear
Broadus Wood Families,
This
is the final edition of enhanced communication from Mrs. King about programs,
initiatives, and updates at our school for the 2012-2013 school year. The information contained herein can also be
found on our school’s website under Principal’s Message and will also be emailed
to families. You will continue to receive school communications in the format
of monthly phone calls/emails, quarterly newsletters, Monday Backpack Express,
and postings to the school’s website.
Upcoming
Changes for the 2013-2014 School Year
Redistricting: At
the School Board meeting last month, it was decided that the number of students
being redistricted to Broadus Wood next school year from Agnor-Hurt Elementary
School. We are estimating that about 35
new students will enroll living in the neighborhoods along Woodlands and
Earlysville Roads. We are pleased to
welcome all children and their families who will be joining us next school
year! Broadus Wood staff and PTO are
well prepared to make the transition smooth for everyone involved.
Current
Updates
1.
King’s Coffee: Monthly, I host a time for
parents to enjoy coffee and conversation called King’s Coffee. If you have a question or want to enjoy a “cup
of joe” with other parents and me, please mark your calendar for 8:00 a.m. on April
26 and May 17. Superintendent, Dr. Pam Moran will attend on April 26.
2.
Standards of Learning (SOL) Update: The SOL tests will be
administered May 20-June 5 for students in grades 3-5. Our faculty works very hard with students all
year to teach subject content, problem solving skills, and life-long learner
skills. The testing schedule is as
follows:
5/20
5th grade Reading
|
5/21
4th grade Reading
|
5/22
4th grade Math
|
5/23
3rd grade Reading Part 1
|
5/23
3rd grade Reading Part 2
|
5/27
Holiday
|
5/28
5th grade Social Studies
|
5/29
3rd grade Science
|
5/30
3rd grade Math
Part
1
|
5/31
3rd grade Math Part 2
|
6/3
5th grade Math
|
6/4
3rd grade Social Studies
|
6/5
5th grade Science
|
My
staff and I look forward to a smooth conclusion to this school year. Please see
the reverse side of this letter for other important dates as we close out the
year. As always, if you have any concerns, please feel free to call me.
Sincerely,
Kendra
King
Other
Dates to Make Note of:
April
23- Grades 4-5 Spring Music and Art Performance 6:30 p.m.
26- King’s Coffee 8:00 a.m.
Hugs
and Kisses Assembly
1:15
p.m.
(PTO sponsored)
May
9-Redistricted students from Agnor-Hurt will visit BWES
6-10- Teacher Appreciation Week
14- PTO Meeting 7:00 p.m.
17-King’s Coffee 8:00 a.m.
27-Memorial Day Holiday
(no
students)
June
7-Field Day (rain date is the 11th)
12-Last day of
school
5th
Grade promotion ceremony at 8:30 a.m.
Monday, March 4, 2013
March 2013 Family Update
Dear Broadus Wood Families,
This is the March edition of enhanced monthly
communications from Mrs. King about programs, initiatives, and updates
at our school. The provided information can also be found on our
school’s website under the principal’s page and also will be sent to
your email address. Families will continue to receive school
communications in the format of monthly phone calls/emails, quarterly
newsletters, Monday Backpack Express, and postings to the school’s
website.
Upcoming Changes for the 2013-2014
- 1. Redistricting: Dr. Moran recommended to the school board based on the redistricting committee’s input for an additional 46 students to transfer to Broadus Wood. The school board will have a public hearing on March 14 with their decision on the recommendation soon to follow. I will continue to forward more redistricting information as it becomes available.
Current Updates
- King’s Coffee: I am hosting a time for parents to enjoy coffee and conversation with me called King’s Coffee. If you have a question or want to enjoy a “cup of joe” with other parents and me, please mark your calendar for 8:00 a.m. on March 15, April 26, and May 17. Our next King’s Coffee will feature Melissa Techman discussing eBook options for students at school and home.
- Math Communication Update: Our Math Night in
December was a great success. Broadus Wood wants to continue to
communicate about math with families. Therefore, as a school:
- At the beginning of each math unit, every grade level will share what students will learn in math through a note, website, Investigation Letter Home, or a newsletter.
- We will host Math in Action on Thursday, March 7 with Thursday, March 21 as a weather make-up date. Math in Action is an invitation for parents to visit their child’s class during their math lesson to gain a deeper understanding of the various methods used. Parents will be able to join in the learning by participating with the class as they problem solve, work with fluency, and practice math through various games and activities. The event will take place during your child’s regular math time. The times are as follows:
Kindergarten- 12:30pm Third Grade- 9:15am
First Grade- 8:30am Fourth Grade- 10:45am
Second Grade- 8:15am Fifth Grade- 10:45am
- March 6 Kindergarten & First Grades Music & Art Performance -9:30 a.m.
- Snow Make-up Date March 12 at 9:30 a.m.
- March 7 Math in Action
- Snow Make-up Date will be March 21
- March 12 PTO Meeting at 7 p.m.
- March 14-15 Fifth Grade Writing SOL
- March 15 King’s Coffee at 8:00 a.m.
- March 18 Spring Pictures
- March 20 Kindergarten Registration 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. and 3:00-6:00 p.m.
- March 22 Boys Bash 6:30 p.m.
- March 28 Inquiry Fair (Time- TBA)
- March 29 Make-up day-school is in session
- April 1-5 Spring Break-School is closed
Sincerely,
Kendra King
Friday, March 1, 2013
Thursday, February 28, 2013
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