September 22, 2024

Dear Families,

I hope this message finds you well. I'd like to share some important information about upcoming events and our approach to student progress.

Curriculum Night - September 26th

We're excited to invite you to our Curriculum Night on September 26th, starting at 5:30 PM. We'll begin in the multipurpose room, where our PTSA will present information for the year ahead. Afterward, we'll break out into grade levels, allowing teachers to share more about the content they'll be teaching throughout the year.

Please note that this is not a time for individual parent conferences about specific concerns. However, it's an excellent opportunity to meet face-to-face with teachers and arrange future meetings to collaborate for your student's benefit.

Progress Reports

Progress reports will be available on September 26th through the PowerSchool Parent Portal. Many families are already using this system to monitor their student's progress. If you haven't set up your Parent Portal account yet, you'll receive a message from your child's teacher with instructions on how to do so.

Understanding Our Grading Philosophy

As we discuss grades, it's important to understand our approach. Grades are used as a form of data representing your student's mastery of the content being presented. This may differ from past grading systems that focused more on compliance or work completion. While we still consider these factors, our primary focus is on using grades to show understanding of the material.

This approach, combined with performance assessments like STAR and NC Check-Ins, helps us drive instruction and inform pacing. We believe this method provides a more meaningful representation of your student's academic progress and helps us better tailor our teaching to individual needs.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership in your child's education. We look forward to seeing you at Curriculum Night!

Best regards,

Sincerely,

Mr. Robinson