June 26, 2020

IN THIS ISSUE

A Letter from the Principal
Our RISE Values
Upcoming Events
Preparing for Fall 2020!
Main Office Corner
Family Resources!
- K-5 Supply Lists

Dear Exceed Families,

We are excited to welcome you to Summer Learning for the 2019-2020 school year! We are grateful to have you and your scholar participating and deeply believe that this will have a positive impact on your child’s academic success and growth. Our goal is to continue scholars’ development in literacy and math by providing access to books at their level, a writing journal, math activities, and access to enrichment opportunities.

Exceed will provide every child with the opportunity to “shop” for summer books via a digital platform. Your scholar will also receive a digital book log that has space for him or her to respond to a reading prompt. Additionally, there will be RISING Morning Meetings at least once per week for your child’s grade band (K-2 and 3-5) and optional small group counseling. Below is some critical information to make your child’s experience in Summer Learning smooth.

Summer Learning begins on Monday, July 6 and ends on Friday, August 21.
You can access your scholar’s assignments via Google Classroom.
We will be conducting wellness calls and sharing weekly reports with you to let you know your scholar’s progress with the adaptive learning program(s).
If you experience technical difficulties, please contact Ms. Ramos via email at jramos@explorenetwork.org.

Here is a summary of the resources available. All resources are available for grades K-5 unless otherwise indicated.

Resources

Digital book log: will be linked in your child’s Google Classroom

Websites to access reading materials:

Audible Stories (K-5): audiobooks (free while schools are closed)
Overdrive/Sora Reading App (K-5): ebooks and audiobooks (some titles are free, others are accessible only with an account)
I Can Read (K-4): books at all levels for emerging readers
Starfall Reading (K-3): a recommended online program for students who need additional reading support
Scholastic (K-5): readings and videos following by writing and art activities
Time for Kids (K-5): news that encourages children to think about the world around them
New York Public Library (K-5): lots of ebooks and audiobooks; you can sign up for a library card online.

Prodigy Math Game: an adaptive Math game online. We will share the link and log-in information in a later communication.

Headsprout: an adaptive reading program online. We will share the link and log-in information in a later communication.

You can also always access the Explore Schools’ Summer Activity Bank here.

We look forward to continuing in our partnership with you and your scholar. We wish you all a safe, healthy, and enjoyable summer. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns!

Sincerely,

LaKiesha George

Exceed Lower School Principal

We Will RISE! 🏆

OUR RISE VALUES

We treat others the way we want to be treated.

We do the right thing even when no one is looking.

We practice mindful control of our feelings and impulses.

We do our best work and strive to get better every day.

UPCOMING EVENT FLYERS

PREPARING FOR FALL 2020!

Preparing for Fall 2020: Family Survey

This owl wants to know: WHOOOOOO is prepared for the fall?

Well, we certainly are trying to be! Please help us by filling out this short survey (previously sent a few times through Class Dojo and in last week's Owl Post). You only need to fill out one survey per family. Thank you!

COMPLETING ENROLLMENT DOCUMENTS

Welcome to our school community! We are so excited that you've picked us as your extended family, and learning community. Once you've accepted a seat with our school, your next steps are to complete your 2020-2021 NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION PACKET. You can complete required enrollment documents by selecting the Register button in the dashboard of your SchoolMint page. Registration is not complete until all forms are filled out and uploaded to SchoolMint. To register, complete:

Student Emergency Contact Form

Cumulative Release Records Request

Complete and submit required DOE forms, including:

- - Residency Questionnaire
  - Race & Ethnicity Questionnaire
  - Home Language Information Survey

Make image (.JPG, JPEG, .PNG) or .PDF copies of the following, and upload:

- - Student’s Birth Certificate (original + one copy)
  - Student’s Immunization Card/Record (original + one copy of front/back)
  - Student’s Health Examination Form
  - State/Government-Issued Photo ID for Parent/Guardian
  - IEP - Individualized Education Plan (if applicable)

Proof of address (must have the name of the parent that is listed on the birth certificate); (i.e. apartment lease or deed; or, Original, notarized letter from a landlord or management company attesting that the applicant lives at the residence; or, two of the following documents: Gas bill, Electric Bill, Cable Bill, Rent Receipt, Pay stub and Bank Statement).

Once submissions are made, you will receive a confirmation email. Thank you for choosing Exceed Charter School!

SCHOOL MEALS

The NYC DOE offers free breakfast and lunch for all students in every NYC public school. We ask that you complete an income inquiry form to support reporting for school funding.

Click here to apply for school meals for Fall 2020.

TRANSPORTATION

Students are eligible for Metrocard OR yellow bus transportation services if they:

Live 1/2 mile or morefrom school
Have an IEP w/ the accommodation
Are in temporary housing
Click here for additional info!

Exceed Charter School Uniform Pol.pdf

OUR UNIFORM

We believe that our uniform unites us. Our uniform can be purchased at:

IDEAL: 1816 Flatbush Ave.

COOKIES: 982 Flatbush Ave.; order online here.

FAMILY COMMUNICATION

Our Main Office will be open remotely over the summer. Families may contact us at (718) 989-6702 from Monday- Friday between 10AM-3PM for assistance.
Be sure to activate and register your scholar's ClassDojo account. Over the summer, we will be sharing updates and changes via ClassDojo. If you need assistance on obtaining your scholar's account, please contact the Main Office.

Exceed Technology

Do you currently have a tablet, Chromebook or Wifi device on loan from Exceed? Please have your scholar hold on to it as they will be able to use it throughout the summer and into the fall. The Operations team will be in contact with those families who will not be attending Exceed in the fall to share how the devices can be returned. If your scholar is attending Exceed Upper they can hold on to their devices.

K-5 Supply List

Click here to be taken to our 2020-21 supply lists!

Methods of Communication

Class Dojo: Homeroom teachers communicate regularly with families via Class Dojo. Posts are made daily to keep parents “in the know” regarding all school-related information. Please be certain to sign up for Class Dojo once this information is shared with you.

Coffee & Conversation: The principal invites all families to come in during Coffee & Conversation/Principal’s Breakfast days to discuss ideas relevant to the school and its scholars.

Conferences: Report card conferences will be held two times per year. In addition, families, teachers, or the principal can arrange individual conferences at any time during the school year.

OWL Post: Electronic communication shared with families weekly from Exceed’s administrative team to keep all families “in the know” regarding a variety of school related information such as important announcements, upcoming events, etc.

Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO): We look forward to a very active PTO. All parents, guardians and caretakers are encouraged to participate. Contact our Family Associate, Ms. Ogle, and stay tuned to our Class Dojo posts. You can also check the family bulletin board for updates and additional information. You are encouraged to participate in your child’s learning!

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