This Week at a Glance 

Week at a Glance 

Admin will visit all classes this week to review behavior and academic expectations, AR, school goals, and PBIS incentives. If there is something specific you would like us to address or celebrate with your class, please email us! We look forward to talking with you and your students!

Monday, September 30 

• Morning Prayer in C19 will begin at 7:15 a.m., and all are invited to attend.

• CPE 24-25 staff shirt or we>me district shirt worn with jeans. No distressed/ frayed jeans. 

Tuesday, October 1 

• Picture Day (PK, 3,4,5) during AMPEL

• Parent-teacher conference sign-up letters go home (If you are doing paper sign-up)

• October 1st Count

• Lisa & Jeannie will have your rosters and direction sheets in your cubbies. Paperwork is due back to the office no later than 10:00AM onTuesday morning. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns.

• Directions:

• On your class roster, there will be a line to the right of each student’s name for comments such as absent, transferred, homebound, alternative program or no show. Please be specific in your comments: students do not sign.

• -If absent for the day, indicate as “absent today”.

• -If absent for a long period indicate, “absent since date”.

• -If transferred out of the class, please indicate “reassigned to another class, or transferred to a different school out of parish or state, etc.

• -If the student has never been in the class indicate as “no show”

• If a student is not listed, but in your homeroom, add their name and grade level on the last page.

Wednesday, October 2 

• Picture Day (K, 1, 2) Classes will be called in the morning to take pictures 

• Custodian Appreciation Day! Mr. Trecia, Mr. James, and Mr. Darrell go above and beyond and are always willing to help where needed! Please take a moment to thank them for all of their hard work!

• Principal's Meeting- Jessica out

Thursday, October 3 

• Vision & Hearing Screenings for grades Prek, K, 1, 3, 5

• Mrs. Kayla will start will start with Kindergarten, and then go to Prek, 1, 3, 5. They should be finished before lunch. We will either have a volunteer who will come to your room to get your class or we will be buzzing your class to the dining hall for testing. 

• AP meeting, Mary & Jennifer out

Friday, October 4 

• Fridays Specifics: CPE past or present spirit shirt & it can be worn with jeans. This does include any of the shirts that can be worn on Monday, as well & as the district shirts as an option. No distressed/ Frayed jeans. Scrub bottoms with one of these shirts are also okay! 

• SLTs must be finalized 

• Parent volunteers will be on campus to decorate for homecoming week 

Additional Important Information

APEX

Our Apex fundraiser will kick-off on October 21st and will end on November 1st! More info will be shared as we approach this date. 

Parent Conferences

Parent conferences will take place Wednesday, October 16th. Conferences will take place from 7:30-3:00. Each teacher or team (3rd-5th) will create a schedule to meet with all parents in person. This is a time to discuss student progress (strengths and areas of concern) and explain what will be covered in the second marking period. Report cards will be given at conferences. If a parent does not show up or attend in person, report cards will be sent home on Thursday. 

SPED service providers should attend the necessary conferences for the students they service.

Parent Conference Sign-Up letters will be sent home with test papers on Tuesday, October 1st. You may use an online sign-up, your own letter, or the one provided below.🙂 

Please turn-in scheduled conference times to Mrs. Angie by October 10th. 

Initial Letter Home 

Confirm day & time letter

Homecoming & Pep Rally

NVHS Homecoming Pep Rally will take place on October 10th around 9am. We will be in the gym for this celebration! We will call grade levels individually to move to the gym on this day. Students are encouraged to make signs/ noise makers :) 

Homecoming October 11: Early Dismissal Day 11:45, car rider gate will open at 11:15

Dress for students: Students will be able to wear Patriot attire on Thursday & Friday (football jerseys, patriot tees, Cheerleading outfits). Jeans/ Free bottoms are allowed (just needs to be school appropriate, no leggings (unless under bottoms) / no distressed bottoms, no football pants

Dress for Staff: Staff may show their Patriot pride all week (October 7-11) by wearing Patriot attire. Jeans will be allowed with Patriot attire! ♥️ 

Dismissal & Lunch: Dismissal & Lunch for Friday will follow the same procedures as the Early Release Day on 9/25

*We have ordered face tattoos for all students♥️ Once they are in, we will put them in your boxes to give out to students*

Report Cards

End of the first nine weeks is Wednesday, October 9th. Grades are due Friday, October 11th at 8:00AM. We will begin printing report cards early on Friday due to the early dismissal. 

Thunder Bash

Thunder Bash for cookie dough sales will occur on Friday, October 18th! Top 25 sellers for pizza and free dress will also be on this day. Please be on the lookout for information from Mrs. Cartnee! 

Insurance Open Enrollment

First Financial will be at Cecil Picard on Wednesday, October 23, 24, and 25 for open enrollment. Please remember that ALL faculty and staff must meet with the rep, even if you do not have school board insurance. It is important that you have something for your students to complete when you step out to meet with the rep.

We should be receiving insurance books for each of you in the next few weeks.

AR Party Date Change

Mrs. Angie will host the AR party on October 25th.

Red Ribbon Week

FACULTY & STAFF HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST

 Second 9-week Assessment Calendars 

Assessment Calendars are due to administration no later than Wednesday, October 16th, by 9:00 am in the black box.  Please get with your team to ensure this is completed. These help us ensure pupil progression can be met during the nine weeks. If you have questions, please let us know! 

Louisiana Educator Rubric

If you have not already, please begin to familiarize yourself with the Louisiana Evaluation Rubric. Please see the LER tab on the left for more information.  Unannounced observations have started. This tab is being updated weekly with individual indicator information.

Safe Schools

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  CPT

Our next CPT will be held on Tuesday, October 8th.

Agenda: LER Instruction Domain Review, Prek will look at Dibels data for former students.

Looking ahead

October 7:  Fire Prevention Week

October 8: Grade level CPTs,  K math new teacher PD

October 9:  Virtual LETRS day, End of the first nine weeks 

October 10: NVHS Homecoming Pep Rally, turn in conference times to Mrs. Angie

October 11: NVHS homecoming- Early Dismissal: All grades due in JCampus, 8:00 AM

October 14 & 15: Fall Break, no school

October 16: Parent Teacher Conferences, paras work day, 9-week assessment calendars due 

October 17: PBIS Event #1

October 21: National School Bus Safety Week, Red Ribbon Week, APEX Fundraiser Begins

October 22: Grade level CPTs 

October 25: Star Student Due, 50th Day of School  

October 28-November 1: Red Ribbon Week

October 31-Career Dress up day and Staff Halloween Contest

November 1- Apex Fundraiser ends

Week at a Glance 

Monday, September 23 

• Morning Prayer in C19 will begin at 7:15 a.m., and all are invited to attend.

• In-class progress monitoring DIBELS  & Star Student Breakfast

• CPE 24-25 staff shirt or we>me district shirt worn with jeans. No distressed/ frayed jeans. 

Tuesday, September 24 

• In-class progress monitoring DIBELS & Star Student Breakfast

Wednesday, September 25 

• In-class progress monitoring DIBELS & Star Student Breakfast

•   Early Dismissal/ PD Begins at 12:45 

Half-day schedule & Info: Half-day schedule & Info

• There will be no AMPEL on this day. The AMPEL team and Monica will visit rooms for a 30-minute break. 

Break Schedule: September 25 Break Schedule

• Dismissal for students: 11:45

11:33 PreK Moves

11:36 K Moves

11:39 After School Duty groups with classes

11:42 Grades 1-5 Car Riders and Daycare

11:44 Grades 1-5 Buses

•  Completed SLTs are due in the box

Thursday, September 26 

• In-class progress monitoring DIBELS & Star Student Breakfast

Friday, September 27 

• Fridays Specifics: CPE past or present spirit shirt & it can be worn with jeans. This does include any of the shirts that can be worn on Monday, as well & as the district shirts as an option. No distressed/ Frayed jeans. Scrub bottoms with one of these shirts are also okay! 

• Star Student Due - please refer to the email Ms. Lauren sent regarding a change with this

• Positive Postcard Due

• Cool Cash Canteen will be going around to all classrooms. Students have the option to purchase one snack for 5 cool cash. 🥰

Additional Important Information

RAPTOR (NEW!)

We are excited to announce that our district will be transitioning to a new emergency alert system called Raptor. This system can be accessed on a desktop and/or laptop but also includes an app that you can download on your phone to enhance safety and communication during emergencies.

In the event of an emergency, we will use this app to account for students, faculty, and staff. It is important that everyone takes the time to download the app and familiarize themselves with it. 

Directions to download the app can be found in the link below.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WY-JIPCn9d8861HzoPIJKPBAVEiW2GRJ/view?usp=sharing

Picture Day📸

October 1: Picture Day: PreK, 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students

October 2: Picture Day: K, 1st, and 2nd grade students

-Students will not be required to wear their school uniforms, but the dress code from the student handbook must be followed.

-Pictures will not be prepaid. Instead, you will receive a proof before deciding if you wish to order them. Ordering information will be sent on the proof sheet once they come in.

Louisiana Educator Rubric

If you have not already, please begin to familiarize yourself with the Louisiana Evaluation Rubric. Please see the LER tab on the left for more information.  Unannounced observations have started. This tab is being updated weekly with individual indicator information.

Safe Schools

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K-3 Dibels Progress Monitoring

In-class progress monitoring will take place the week of September 23. Progress monitoring will take place on the louisiana amplify platform. (my.amplify.com/login/louisiana) You should have received an email to create your login password for the new platform. Your username is your email address followed by (.ldoe). (example: jane.doe@vpsb.net.ldoe)

Use the form that is recommended for each child. Progress monitor all recommended measures.

If there are no recommended measures, use the following measures:

Kindergarten PSF

1st Grade NWF

2nd Grade ORF

You are welcome to PM any additional measures you wish to have data on.

Directions for how to PM and access materials on the second ipad:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1beKA6OrmC_nvJ4BRsVxrQEORrHbHhcDsrtlDop4Vd-o/edit?usp=sharing

4th Grade DIBELS  Progress Monitoring

All fourth grade students who scored below or well below in ORF at the beginning of the year in DIBELS will need to be progress monitored monthly. Scores will need to be entered into the same spreadsheet as benchmark scores. The first progress monitoring is scheduled for next week. Materials can be found in the DIBELS 8 folder in your ELA drive for you to make copies. Please let me know if you have any questions.

Looking ahead

October 1 & 2: Picture Day

October 3: Vision & hearing screenigns

October 4: SLTS finalized

October 7:  Fire Prevention Week

October 8: Grade level CPTs,  K math new teacher PD

October 9:  Virtual LETRS day, End of the first 9 weeks 

October 10: NVHS Homecoming Parade

October 11: NVHS homecoming- Early Dismissal: All grades due in JCampus, 9:00 AM

October 14 & 15: Fall Break, no school

October 16: Parent Teacher Conferences, paras work day

October 17: PBIS Event #1

October 21: National School Bus Safety Week, Red Ribbon Week

October 22: Grade level CPTs 

October 25: Star Student Due, 50th Day of School          

Happy Sunday! 

Mrs. Jennifer, Mrs. Mary, and I would like to thank you  each of you for jumping in with such dedication during those last few hours to prepare classrooms for the school closure last week. I know there was a lot to tackle in a short amount of time, but you all absolutely rocked it! Your teamwork, positive attitudes, and willingness to get the job done were truly inspiring.

We couldn't be more grateful for this incredible team! 

Week at a Glance 

Monday, September 16 

• Morning Prayer in C19 will begin at 7:15 a.m., and all are invited to attend.

• Cookie dough Money Due🍪

• CPE 24-25 staff shirt or we>me district shirt worn with jeans. No distressed/ frayed jeans. 

• SLT writing support PK-2 & ampel (optional attendance). We will meet in the office during your grade-level planning period time.

• IASP signed forms due*

Tuesday, September 17 

• CPT for K-5. We will be analyzing DIBELS scores, reviewing zearn information,  and discussing the environment domain of the Leads rubric. We will meet in C19. Please bring a laptop!

Wednesday, September 18 

• Beginning of the year SBLC Meetings for any student in RTI. We will start in second grade and work our way down. A sub will be coming around to cover your classroom. Day 1 of 2. This is rescheduled from the previous week.

OPEN HOUSE- Professional dress is required. SPED teachers and Interventionists should walk around during Open House in case any parents would like information about the services their children receive from you. AMPEL teachers will help direct traffic in the hall.

Pizza & drinks will be provided in the lounge for staff starting at 4:15! 🍕

• 1-2 grade from 5:00-6:00 (must be in your room by 4:45)

• 3-5 grade from 6:00-7:00 (must be in your room by 5:45)

Sign-in sheets were placed in teacher boxes last week. Please have parents/ Guardians sign-in. Please submit the sign-in sheet to the black box by Friday, 9/20. 

♥️We thank you for being flexible with the rescheduling of this event!♥️

Thursday, September 19 

• Beginning of the year SBLC Meetings for any student in RTI for grades 3-5. A sub will be coming around to cover your classroom. Day 2 of 2. This is rescheduled from the previous week.

• Beta Meta 8:15AM with Mrs. Kaitlyn & Mrs. Mallory

• 4H Meeting 9 AM with Mrs. Casside Ramsey in the dining hall (rescheduled from last week)

Friday, September 20 

• Fridays Specifics: CPE past or present spirit shirt & it can be worn with jeans. This does include any of the shirts that can be worn on Monday, as well & as the district shirts as an option. No distressed/ Frayed jeans. Scrub bottoms with one of these shirts are also okay! 

• Kindergarten DRDP scores entered in JCampus, sign-in sheet from open house due in the black box

• SLT writing support 3-5 & SPED (optional attendance). We will meet in the office during your grade-level planning period time.

Additional Important Information

Shout out to our amazing AR team!

A special thank you to Angie Theriot, Mya Cawyer,  Casside Ramsey, Tori Vaughn, and Mrs. Mary for working hard to create meaningful AR incentives for our students, encouraging their love of reading and pushing them to challenge themselves. Because of you, our students are not just reading more—they’re excited about it, and that’s truly inspiring! If you have not checked out the new AR Point club tracking board at the front of the school, please do so! We can't wait to see our Jr. Patriots grow! 📖♥️

RAPTOR (NEW!)

We are excited to announce that our district will be transitioning to a new emergency alert system called Raptor. This system can be accessed on a desktop and/or laptop but also includes an app that you can download on your phone to enhance safety and communication during emergencies.

In the event of an emergency, we will use this app to account for students, faculty, and staff. It is important that everyone takes the time to download the app and familiarize themselves with it. 

Directions to download the app can be found in the link below.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WY-JIPCn9d8861HzoPIJKPBAVEiW2GRJ/view?usp=sharing

Early Dismissal Day September 25th

A schedule for the early dismissal day will be emailed out next week. If you have children on campus, please make childcare arrangements. No students should be on campus for these PD days. Thank you for your assistance & cooperation with this.

Please note all staff will participate in a 20-30 minute training in the RAPTOR app by Mr. Brooks & Scott Meyers. This training will take place in the library from 12:45-1:15.

PBIS Event 1 Change

The date of PBIS event 1 will change from October 10th to October 17th. We are adjusting the date due to the NVHS pep rally on this day. Thank you for your understanding. 

Positive Post Cards

Positive Postcards and student labels have been bagged and placed in each teacher's cubby. Please select one student every month to write a positive note to. Once you are done, please place the completed postcard with the address label in the black box and highlight your name on the list by Monday, September 30. Thank you, Ms. Lauren, for designing the postcards!!

Louisiana Educator Rubric

If you have not already, please begin to familiarize yourself with the Louisiana Evaluation Rubric. Please see the LER tab on the left for more information.  Unannounced observations will begin on September 16th. This tab is being updated weekly with individual indicator information. 

SLTS

Please see the SLTS 24/25 tab for more information about this year's SLTs. 

SLTs are due September 25th in the black box. If you have questions about this process, please do not hesitate to contact us.

If you would like assistance with writing your SLTs, Mrs. Jennifer, Mrs. Mary, and I are here to help! We’ll be available this week, and you’re welcome to meet with us individually or as a grade level—attendance is optional. Please let us know if you will be coming!😃. We have adjusted the days below from last weeks cancellations. 

Schedule:

• Monday: PreK-2, ampel (during your planning period)

• Friday: 3-5, sped (during your planning period)

Please note all teachers will have to meet with their evaluator by October 4th to finalize SLTS🙌

Kindergarten DRDP

Directions to enter DRDP scores in JCampus can be found in the link below. All scores must be entered by September 20. 

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QDXdlgnsi6tIJix36OPo5Dp9rfsYqo6AZV7eAH6H5io/edit?usp=sharing

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Contract Staff

We are contracting two teachers to support students with Individual Academic Support Plans (IASP). Mrs. Jayde Noel will be starting this week! Mrs. Jayde will be supporting students k-3. Please note she cannot having a group more than 4. As of now, she is following Mrs. Christi's schedule & will be pushing into the classroom/pulling out during your reading intervention block of time. Mrs. Jayde will be shadowing this week before she officially begins working with students. Mrs. Jennifer, Mrs. Mary, or I will discuss this at CPT this week!

Looking ahead

September 16: Cookie dough Money due

September 17: Grade Level CPT

September 19: 4H meeting 

September 20: Kindergarten DRDP scores entered in JCampus

Week of September 23: In-class progress monitoring DIBELS & Star Student Breakfast

September 25:  Early Dismissal/ PD Begins at 12:45

 Completed SLTs are due in the box

September 26: 4th grade math benchmark 

 Completed SLTs are due in the box

September 27: Star Student Due

October 1 & 2: Picture Day

October 4: SLTS finalized

October 7:  Fire Prevention Week

October 8: Grade level CPTs,  K math new teacher PD

October 9:  Virtual LETRS day, End of the first 9 weeks 

October 10: PBIS Event #1, NVHS Homecoming Parade

October 11: All grades due in JCampus, 9:00 AM

October 14 & 15: Fall Break, no school

October 16: Parent Teacher Conferences, paras work day

October 21: National School Bus Safety Week, Red Ribbon Week

October 22: Grade level CPTs, 50th Day of School

October 25: Star Student Due         

Happy Sunday! I hope you are all having a great weekend and are taking time for yourself and your family. Mrs. Jennifer, Mrs. Mary, and I appreciate everything you do for our school and students! ♥️

Week at a Glance 

Monday, September 9 

• Morning Prayer in C19 will begin at 7:15 a.m., and all are invited to attend.

• Reading Intervention pull-outs begin with Mrs. Christi

OPEN HOUSE- Professional dress is required. SPED teachers and Interventionists should walk around during Open House in case any parents would like information about the services their children receive from you. AMPEL teachers will help direct traffic in the hall.

 ♥️Mrs. Jennifer, Mrs. Mary, and I know it’s a long day, and we truly recognize the effort you’re putting into preparing your presentations and meeting with families. Thank you for your dedication! Pizza & drinks will be provided in the lounge for staff starting at 4:15! 🍕

•   5:00-7:00 PM

• 1-2 grade from 5:00-6:00 (must be in your room by 4:45)

• 3-5 grade from 6:00-7:00 (must be in your room by 5:45)

• CHANGE: CPE 24-25 staff shirt or we>me district shirt worn with jeans will be on Tuesday due to OPEN HOUSE on Monday & professional dress required.

Tuesday, September 10 

• -CPE 24-25 staff shirt or we>me district shirt  worn with jeans. No distressed/ frayed jeans allowed. 

• Test Papers go home

• Beginning of the year SBLC Meetings for any student in RTI. We will start in the lower grades and work our way up over the two days. A sub will be coming around to cover your classroom.

• Cookie Dough Fundraiser ends- Please take a moment and thank Cartnee for working hard to organize this fundraiser!!! 

Wednesday, September 11 

• Beginning of the year SBLC Meetings for any student in RTI. We will start in the lower grades and work our way up over the two days. A sub will be coming around to cover your classroom.

• Cookie Dough Money turn-in!

• Mrs. Kim Etie will be on campus in the morning to do Walk-throughs with admin

Thursday, September 12 

• 4H Meeting 9 AM with Mrs. Casside Ramsey in the dining hall 

Friday, September 13 

• Fridays Specifics: CPE past or present spirit shirt & it can be worn with jeans. This does include any of the shirts that can be worn on Monday, as well & as the district shirts as an option. No distressed/ Frayed jeans. Scrub bottoms with one of these shirts are also okay! 

Additional Important Information

Postive Post Cards

Ms. Mary will be handing out your class set of positive postcards this week. Please pick one student in your homeroom who you feel needs to be celebrated and turn in your Positive Postcards into the black box by Friday, September 27th. 

RAPTOR (NEW!)

We are excited to announce that our district will be transitioning to a new emergency alert system called Raptor. This system can be accessed on a desktop and/or laptop but also includes an app that you can download on your phone to enhance safety and communication during emergencies.

In the event of an emergency, we will use this app to account for students, faculty, and staff. It is important that everyone takes the time to download the app and familiarize themselves with it. 

Directions to download the app can be found in the link below.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WY-JIPCn9d8861HzoPIJKPBAVEiW2GRJ/view?usp=sharing

Old Tech Pick-up

Please be advised that any old equipment no longer needed or wanted in the classrooms should be stored in one designated location. Technology will collect it during our yearly pickup in April.

Louisiana Educator Rubric

If you have not already, please begin to familiarize yourself with the Louisiana Evaluation Rubric. Please see the LER tab on the left for more information.  Unannounced observations will begin on September 16th.

SLTS

Please see the SLTS 24/25 tab for more information about this year's SLTs. 

SLTs are due September 25th in the black box. If you have questions about this process, please do not hesitate to contact us.

If you would like assistance with writing your SLTs, Mrs. Jennifer, Mrs. Mary, and I are here to help! We’ll be available this week, and you’re welcome to meet with us individually or as a grade level—attendance is optional. Please let us know if you will be coming!😃

Schedule:

• Monday: PreK, K, 1 (during your planning period)

• Tuesday: 2, 3, sped (during your planning period)

• Thursday: 4, 5, AMPEL (during your planning period)

Kindergarten DRDP

Directions to enter DRDP scores in JCampus can be found in the link below. All scores must be entered by September 20. 

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QDXdlgnsi6tIJix36OPo5Dp9rfsYqo6AZV7eAH6H5io/edit?usp=sharing

Common Planning

Mark Your Calendar: Our next CPT will occur on Tuesday, September 17th for K-5. We will be analyzing DIBELS scores and discussing the environment & planning domain of the Leads rubric

Safe Schools

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Assistance in the Classrooms 

We are pleased to introduce a new system for requesting assistance in the classroom, designed to streamline communication and ensure that support is provided efficiently and effectively. These new steps aim to enhance our collaborative efforts and improve overall classroom management. It will also allow Admin to dedicate the appropriate amount of time to effectively implement the new LEADS evaluation system.

1. Please utilize your classroom behavior plan including interventions, positive reinforcements, and consequences (other than conduct marks) before calling for assistance.

2. The following order will be used for assistance in the behavior chat:

Sara

Monica

Mrs. Lisa

Mrs. Jeannie

Admin

3. A debrief will be conducted at a later time to find what interventions were used, which ones were successful, and which ones need to be adjusted. You may have noticed in the chats we started to implement this process this past week! Please be patient as we implement this new process. Thank you!

Contract Staff

We are excited to announce that we are in the process of hiring two contract staff members to assist our students with Individual Academic Support Plans (IASP). Once the positions are finalized, we will share more information on how they will support these students!

🌱Watch Us Grow!🌱

Looking ahead

September 9: Open House! Grades 1-2 (5-6 PM) Grades 3-5 (6PM-7PM)

September 10: Cookie Dough Fundraiser ends

SBLC Meetings

September 11: Cookie Dough Money Turn-in

SBLC Meetings

September 17: Grade Level CPT

September 20: Kindergarten DRDP scores entered in JCampus

Week of September 23: In-class progress monitoring DIBELS & Star Student Breakfast

September 25:  Early Dismissal/ PD Begins at 12:45

 Completed SLTs are due in the box

September 27: Star Student Due

October 1 & 2: Picture Day

One month down! August was a fantastic month, and it’s time to keep that momentum going and really shine in September! Your dedication and enthusiasm have set a high bar, and I’m excited to see what we’ll achieve together this month.

A special shout-out to Lisa, Jeannie,Christi Hebert & the DIBELS testing team for their exceptional efforts in making the Dibels testing process go smoothly this past week. Your hard work and commitment did not go unnoticed, and we truly appreciate everything you’ve done to ensure its success.

Monday, September 2 

• No School Labor Day

Tuesday, September 3 

-Open House Plans due to all 3 administrators; see guidance below. 

-Kindergarten Smart Groups Begin

-Test Papers go home

-T-Shirt Tuesday for September **Staff can participate in this month's theme (Jersey or sports colors/sports shirt/CPE staff shirts/VPSB shirts). Staff may wear jeans if participating. Uniform bottoms for students. 

• Morning Prayer in C19, we will begin at 7:15 a.m., and all are invited to attend.

Wednesday, September 4 

Thursday, September 5 

Progress report grades must be posted by September 5th @ noon. We will not send home progress reports this year. A message will be shared through JCampus messaging and on Facebook stating that progress report grades are posted and parents can go to the Student Progress Center to check their child's grades. This message will be scheduled to send on September 6th. 3 grades are required for all subjects except 1st and 2nd grade Social Living which must have 2 grades. You will also need 3 art grades. Please come see me if you have any questions about this!

Friday, September 6 - 

Progress report JCampus/ Facebook message posted from the office

• Fridays Specifics: CPE past or present spirit shirt & it can be worn with jeans. This does include any of the shirts that can be worn on Monday, as well & as the district shirts as an option. No distressed/ Frayed jeans. Scrub bottoms with one of these shirts are also okay! 

Additional Information  

Discipline Focus

One of our goals this year is to decrease the number of Discipline referrals. It is crucial that we consistently and actively reinforce the expectations we want to see in our students. By emphasizing positive behavior and acknowledging when students meet or exceed these expectations, we can create a more supportive and productive learning environment. This approach not only helps to reduce negative behaviors but also strengthens our classroom communities, making them places where all students can thrive. Let’s work together to make this year one where positive reinforcement leads to a more respectful and engaged student body.

Ways to reinforce expectations- through your classroom management plan, dojo points, chain links, praise, cool-cash, shout-outs,  positive notes/ calls home, etc. 

If you’re dealing with a student or class behavior issue and need ideas for interventions, a great resource is PBIS World. It’s an excellent website for strategies and tools to address common & major misbehaviors in the classroom.

Discipline Update 

August 2023- 17 Major Office Referrals

August 2024- 9   Major  Office  Referrals 

Decrease of 8. WIN!

We are starting the year in the right direction! Keep up the great work! 

Open House

1st - 5th grade open house is scheduled for September 9th. Presentations are due to all three admins by September 3rd for review. Grades 1-3 teachers, please include ACT 422 slideshow in your presentation to talk about. 

Act 422 slides

Grades 3-5- Partners can present together in one room. 

Professional dress is required. SPED teachers and Interventionists should walk around during Open House in case any parents would like information about the services their children receive from you. AMPEL teachers will help direct traffic in the hall. 

•   5:00-7:00 PM

• 1-2 grade from 5:00-6:00 (must be in your room by 4:45)

• 3-5 grade from 6:00-7:00 (must be in your room by 5:45)

  • This will be a meeting for teachers to inform parents of school and classroom expectations, information about you♥️, your classroom management plan, homework, academic /assessment expectations, communication, etc. Please remind parents of the dress code/ water bottle policy. Including this information ensures we are all addressing the same common areas for parents. Thank you for your help with this!

  • No students will be allowed.  

Common Planning

Mark Your Calendar: Our next CPT will take place on Tuesday, September 17th.

Safe Schools

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PBIS INCENTIVES

Cool Cash Canteen was a hit this month! The Cart will pass again with our parent volunteers at the end of September. Thank you, Mrs. Dana for shopping for items for this event!🌟

Louisiana Educator Rubric

If you have not already, please begin to familiarize yourself with the Louisiana Evaluation Rubric. Please see the LER tab on the left for more information.  Unannounced observations will begin on September 16th.

SLTS

Please see the SLTS 24/25 tab for more information about this year's SLTs. 

SLts are due September 25th in the black box. If you have questions about this process, please do not hestitate to contact us.

AR

Each 9 weeks students will take the STAR test.  An individual goal will be given to each student based on their STAR results.  AR Parties will be attended by students who make 100% of their goal and at least 85% accuracy.  We will be sharing out our new AR prize levels this week! 

Updates Around the School 

💙Last week, we removed the the old swing set on the west playground and replaced it. We are very excited for our Jr. Patriots to enjoy this. This swing set is able to be used starting on Tuesday. <3

💙We have purchased four picnic tables for outside under the pavilion. We are currently in the process getting these set up! Please thank Mr. James, Mrs. Trecia, Mr. Darrell, and Mr. Cameron for working on this! 

Looking ahead

September 2: No School - Labor Day

September 3: K Smart groups begin, Open House Presentations due

September 6: Progress reports posted by noon

September 6: Progress reports posted 

September 9: Open House! Grades 1-2 (5-6 PM) Grades 3-5 (6PM-7PM)

September 10: Cookie Dough Fundraiser ends

September 11: Cookie Dough Money Turn-in

September 17: Grade Level CPT

Week of September 23: In class progress monitoring DIBELS & Star Student Breakfast

September 25:  Early Dismissal/ PD Begins at 12:45

October 1 & 2: Picture Day

                         Completed SLTs are due in the box

Sunday, August 25

Happy Sunday, team! We’re just 5 school days away from a much-deserved 3-day weekend. Let’s finish strong and keep that positive momentum going as we head into the week! Your hard work and dedication continue to make a difference for our students each day.

Go Jr. Patriots!

Monday, August 26 

• Monday Morning Prayer in C19, we will begin at 7:15 a.m., and all are invited to attend.

• -CPE 24-25 staff shirt or we>me district shirt  worn with jeans. No distressed/ frayed jeans allowed. 

• DIBELS Testing in the gym. Please see the schedule below. The bells will be OFF

• Schedule: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iIAFbTRWa_A211H90yIzO5k2JYvgzBqkBq9QNvwbJX4/edit?usp=sharing

• ELA/ Smart Group instruction begins in Grades 1-5, zearn rotations begin

Tuesday, August 27

• Practice Fire Drill 🔥 (all fire drills after this one will be initiated by the district)

• Test papers go home

Wednesday, August 28 

Thursday, August 29 

MAZE testing: Mrs. Christi will maze test during intervention time for second and third grade. Please make sure every student has a set of headphones. 

Friday, August 30

• August 30- Round 3 spirit wear ends 

• STAR September student DUE 

• Star Student Form

• Cool Cash Canteen will be going around to all classrooms. Students have the option to purchase one snack for 5 cool cash. 🥰

• Staff can wear CPE past or present spirit shirt & it can be worn with jeans. No distressed/ frayed jeans allowed.  

Additional Information  

IASP PLANS

IASP plans were sent home last week with test papers.  Please encourage students to have their parents sign and return them back to school.  

Your help and support in getting these back promptly would be greatly appreciated.

Signed plans should be placed in Mrs. Jennifer's box (Grades 3-5) and Mrs. Mary's box ( Grades 1&2)

Welcome!

❤️We would like to welcome Ms. Monica Morgan as our new ISS/ Behavior para-professional! ♥️

Progress Reports

Progress report grades must be posted by September 5th @ noon. We will not send home progress reports this year. A message will be shared through JCampus messaging and on Facebook stating that progress report grades are posted and parents can go to the Student Progress Center to check their child's grades. This message will be scheduled to send on September 6th. 3 grades are required for all subjects except 1st and 2nd grade Social Living which must have 2 grades. You will also need 3 art grades. Please come see me if you have any questions about this!

Open House

1st - 5th grade open house is scheduled for September 9th. Presentations are due to all three admins by September 3rd for review. Grades 1-3 teachers, please include ACT 422 slideshow in your presentation to talk about. 

Act 422 slides

Grades 3-5- Partners can present together in one room. 

Professional dress is required. SPED teachers and Interventionists should walk around during Open House in case any parents would like information about the services their children receive from you. AMPEL teachers will help direct traffic in the hall. 

•   5:00-7:00PM

• 1-2 grade from 5:00-6:00 (must be in your room by 4:45)

• 3-5 grade from 6:00-7:00 (must be in your room by 5:45)

  • This will be a meeting for teachers to inform parents of school and classroom expectations, information about you♥️, your classroom management plan, homework, academic /assessment expectations, communication, etc. Please remind parents of the dress code/ water bottle policy.  

  • No students will be allowed.  

SLTs

SLT Guidance is linked below. SLTs will be written using the templates linked in the guidance document below. Templates and Data Recording sheets are linked in the document. You will need to make a copy of your SLT template for the grade level and subject you teach and enter the necessary information. Completed SLTs are due in the box by September 25th. Once admin look over them, we will meet with each of you individually to discuss your SLTs. This process will be completed no later than October 4th.

Once LES (Louisiana Evaluation System) which is replacing CIS is up and running, you will go in and copy and paste the information into the system.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QKv41CK-5EFMLH9wbY-4ECRkYofXlUX-4cfTK_Z7n0w/edit#heading=h.m69ilpbjo5jn

Zearn Model & Smart Groups

1st-5th grade ZEARN model in math and SMART groups all begin full implementation on Monday, August 26th. Routines, procedures, and expectations should be explicitly taught and modeled this week. Please remember it is important to monitor and hold students accountable to high expectations now, in order to ensure high quality instruction and learning takes place throughout the year.

**You MUST be able to see all computer screens. All students must use headphones/earbuds during computer use.

Fire Drill

The first fire drill went smooth! Our second fire drill will be held on Tuesday. It is important you review expectations and procedures with your students on Tuesday. Please make sure you turn off your lights and ensure that doors are locked and closed when exiting your classrooms. You must also take your Crisis plans with you as you exit.

**Class roster lists must be attached to your Crisis Plans. See Mrs. Angie if you do not have one.**

Common Planning

Mark Your Calendar: Our next CPT will take place on Tuesday, September 17th.

High Expectations

Remember at this time we are setting the tone for our year when it comes to meeting our expectations. When transitioning throughout the campus (this includes walking to lunch, recess, arrival, and dismissal), ALL students must walk in a single file line silently. We want to ensure that we are creating an environment that limits outside distractions to the instruction and learning taking place within our classrooms. 

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PBIS Incentives Reminders

The school store is starting on Monday, August 26. Mrs. Kelly Leleux will be managing the school store this year. 

Cool Cash is earned by INDIVIDUAL STUDENTS when they are following expectations.

When to Give Cool Cash:

• Teachers and staff members give Cool Cash every day.  Examples of when they give Cool Cash include but is not limited to:

When they see students following expectations.

When students go above and beyond in their schoolwork. 

When students complete their homework, etc. 

• Staff will bring Cool Cash to duty so they can hand it out regularly.

• When giving out Cool Cash, they will state the expectation and explain why the students they are giving it to are receiving the reward.

Ways to Spend Cool Cash:

• Monthly Perks (themed 1x per month)

• Cool Cash Cantina

• PBIS Store 

• PBIS Passes 

• Classroom Raffles (as per teacher)

• Classroom Stores (as per teacher)

Chain links are earned by homeroom CLASSES when the class is working together to follow expectations.

Who can give them?

• ANY ADULT on campus!

• If at any time a teacher or staff member sees an entire class of students working together to follow expectations, they can either verbally compliment them and the teacher will add a link once they get to the classroom OR physically hand them a link.

• These are a BIG DEAL! Teachers and staff, ensure that you tell the class WHY you are giving the link just as you do with Cool Cash.

How can my class earn chain links?

• Classroom Scoreboard for following Classroom Expectations

  • Students get a chain link when they have more "Mighty-Oh Yeahs" than "Mighty Groans".

• Following Cafeteria Expectations

• Following Dismissal Expectations in the Gym 

  • Weekly Competition for Quietest Grade Level in Gym

• Following Hallway Expectations

• Following Restroom Expectations

• Following Playground Expectations

• Grade Level with Highest Attendance

• No Minor OR Major Referrals in each Homeroom for the Week

AR

Each 9 weeks students will take the STAR test.  An individual goal will be given to each student based on their STAR results.  AR Parties will be attended by students who make 100% of their goal and at least 85% accuracy.  

Looking ahead

August 26- DIBELS Testing, ELA/ Smart Group instruction begins in Grades 1-5, zearn rotations begin

August 27 Second Fire drill🔥 (all fire drills after this one will be initiated by the district)

August 30- Round 3 spirit wear ends 

STAR September student DUE

September 2: No School - Labor Day

September 3: K Smart groups begin, Open House Presentations due

September 6: Progress reports posted 

September 9: Open House! Grades 1-2 (5-6 PM) Grades 3-5 (6PM-7PM)

September 17: Grade Level CPT

September 25:  Early Dismissal/ PD Begins at 12:45

Sunday, August 18 

At Cecil Picard Elementary, our vision is to be a model school that will challenge children of all abilities to achieve excellence. A professional and highly motivated staff, in partnership with our community, will encourage each child to achieve his full potential in a safe and caring environment. 

Congratulations on making it through the first full week of school! 🎉 This week, we had the joy of welcoming our littlest students. As they’re learning to navigate our big school, please be mindful of them and offer any support they might need. Keep up the great work, and remember to take some time for yourself, too! 

Monday, August 19 

• Monday Morning Prayer in C19, we will begin at 7:15 a.m., and all are invited to attend.

• Due - SPED Schedules; Teacher Verification of student forms dues https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KK2t7juriTfaPapsYgFyOUdqoZeQtUbEZkVIVEE-62s/edit

• -CPE 24-25 staff shirt or we>me district shirt  worn with jeans. No distressed/ frayed jeans allowed. 

Tuesday, August 20

• Practice Fire Drill

• Test papers go home

Wednesday, August 21 

• Turn-in IASP plans from students (see more info below)

Thursday, August 22 

Friday, August 23    

• Staff can wear CPE past or present spirit shirt & it can be worn with jeans. No distressed/ frayed jeans allowed. 

• Student surveys due for grades 3-5 (see more information below)

• Faculty and staff Survey Due (see more information below)

Additional Information  

Student Survey Grades 3-5

Teachers, student input is required to assist in the planning for our 24-25 School Improvement Plan.  Please plan to have your students (grades 3-5 only) complete this survey during intervention one day next week. This survey must be complete by Friday, August 23. 

Survey:Grades 3-5 Survey Link

Faculty & Staff Survey

Your input matters! This form must be submitted by August 23rd at noon. Your responses will assist us in planning for the 24-25 school year.

Survey: Faculty & Staff Survey link

IASP PLANS

IASP plans were given out last week to teachers for individual students.  These plans need to be sent home with test papers on Tuesday 8/20.  Please encourage students to have their parents sign and return them back to school on Wednesday.   

Your help and support in getting these back promptly would be greatly appreciated.

Signed plans should be placed in Mrs. Jennifer's box (Grades 3-5) and Mrs. Mary's box ( Grades 1&2)

Zearn Model & Smart Groups

1st-5th grade ZEARN model in math and SMART groups all begin full implementation on Monday, August 26th. Routines, procedures, and expectations should be explicitly taught and modeled this week. Please remember it is important to monitor and hold students accountable to high expectations now, in order to ensure high quality instruction and learning takes place throughout the year.

**You MUST be able to see all computer screens. All students must use headphones/earbuds during computer use.

Student Placement in Zearn

Just a reminder: You may have to manually move your students to the correct grade and mission in Zearn.

DIRECTIONS:

Change Your Student's Assignment

You can change your student's assignment by following these steps:

1. Click Assignments at the top of your Zearn homepage

2. Choose the class that contains the students whose assignment you'll be updating

3. Select the student(s) whose assignment you’d like to change by clicking the check box next to their name(s)

4. Click Change Lesson

5. In the pop-up, select a Grade, Mission, Topic, and Lesson for your student(s) and click Assign.

Fire Drill

Our first fire drill will be held Tuesday morning. It is important you review expectations and procedures with your students on Tuesday. Make sure you turn off your lights and ensure that doors are locked and closed when exiting your classrooms. You must also take your Crisis plans with you as you exit.

**Class roster lists must be attached to your Crisis Plans. See Mrs. Angie if you do not have one.

Teacher Verification

Teacher verification forms are due Monday morning, August 19th. It is important to list students who have not turned in acknowledgment books or emergency cards. We'd like to ask that you make every effort to get these back. Please ensure you have called and/or sent text messages to parents. If you still are unable to receive all the required paperwork successfully, email me, Mrs. Jennifer, or Mrs. Mary, so that we can make a phone call home.

Common Planning

Mark Your Calendar: Our next CPT will take place on Tuesday, September 17th.

High Expectations

Remember at this time we are setting the tone for our year when it comes to meeting our expectations. When transitioning throughout the campus (this includes walking to lunch, recess, arrival, and dismissal), ALL students must walk in a single file line silently. We want to ensure that we are creating an environment that limits outside distractions to the instruction and learning taking place within our classrooms. 

ISS/Behavior Para

The ISS/behavior para position job posting has closed, and we will fill the role this week.

Chats

**New- please add Cartnee Gaspard to the janitors chat** she will need to be added to track paper supplies. **

Just a quick reminder to use the chat for any sick, behavior, or custodial needs, including work orders, spills, maintenance, and paper. For outside questions or if you’ve forgotten to turn in attendance/made a mistake with attendance, please message Mrs. Angie or admin directly through email or chat. Remember, if it is a sick concern, Mrs. Angie will make contact with the parents. Thanks so much for your help with this! 😊

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Reading Teachers Corner

All K-3 new hires including those hired as 1 year only along with new administrators that have not completed LETRS will complete the LDOE Science of Reading training course through Canopy once it becomes available. More information will come from the curriculum department on this.

These participants will have half days embedded in the school year to complete the coursework as well as up to 4 days with a sub as needed. A stipend will no longer be paid due to course being completed during working hours.

BOY Intervention Lessons

In order to support all students, the curriculum department has created lessons to be used prior to the BOY Dibels assessment. These lessons will be implemented during the designated intervention time of the daily schedule. These daily lessons are explicit and easy to follow (see notes provided for slides). If you have any questions about implementation, don't hesitate to reach out to Mrs. Jessica, Mrs. Mary or Mrs. Jennifer).

Kindergarten

Grade 1

Grade 2

Grade 3

Google Site Information  

If you have not already, please save the following link to your computer and phone: https://sites.google.com/vpsb.net/faculty-and-staff-site-cpe/home-page?authuser=0

Weekly info will be posted here also, click "this week at a glance" to see all info!

Open House

• Open House (1st – 5th) – September 9th   5:00-7:00PM

• 1-2 grade from 5:00-6:00

• 3-5 grade from 6:00-7:00 Partners can present together 

  • This will be a meeting for teachers to inform parents of school and classroom expectations, etc.   

  • This is new information that must be shared with ALL PARENTS Act 422 Parent Letter

  • No students will be allowed.  

Looking ahead

August 19: Due - SPED Schedules; Teacher Verification of student forms 

August 20-Fire Drill🔥

August 23-Bus list and bus seating chart due to the office (from bus drivers)

August 26- DIBELS Testing, ELA/ Smart Group instruction begins in Grades 1-5, zearn rotations begin

August 27 Second Fire drill🔥 (all fire drills after this one will be initiated by the district)

August 30- Round 3 spirit wear ends 

STAR September student DUE

September 2: No School - Labor Day

September 3: K Smart groups begin

September 6: Progress reports posted 

September 9: Open House! Grades 1-2 (5-6 PM) Grades 3-5 (6PM-7PM)

September 17: Grade Level CPT

September 25:  Early Dismissal/ PD Begins at 12:45

Sunday, August 11 

I want to recognize the incredible effort and preparation each of you has put into kicking off the school year. Your hard work has truly paid off, making these first few days a success. It’s your unwavering dedication and passion for our students that have set the tone for an amazing year ahead.

As I walked through our campus and visited classrooms, I was struck by the sense of purpose and organization you’ve brought to your spaces. The routines you’ve established are already creating a positive learning environment, and it’s clear that you’ve laid the groundwork for a year filled with progress and achievements for our Jr. Patriots.

This year will be one of continued growth, and we will KEEP GOING no matter what. Perseverance and dedication will be key as we move forward together. Always remember that just as each piece of a puzzle is essential to completing the picture, each of you plays a crucial role in our collective success. We may glance in the rearview mirror to see how far we’ve come, but our focus remains in front of us—because what lies ahead is even bigger and better.♥️

Monday, August 12 

-Monday Morning Prayer in C19, we will begin at 7:15 a.m., and all are invited to attend.

-Ampel/ Reading Intervention/SPED Services begin 

-Duty Rotations begin. Please check the duty schedule for recent changes this week (specifically second grade and non-homeroom teachers.) Duty Schedule

-PreK/K Testing

-CPE 24-25 staff shirt (short or long sleeve) or we>me district shirt can be worn with jeans. No distressed/ frayed jeans allowed. 

Tuesday, August 13

-First day for Prek/K Boys💙

-CPT with Brittany Broussard. She will go over anything you may need assistance with, & she will tailor it to fit what you need. All grade levels will attend in C19. Come prepared with questions (google classroom, using your ipads, GoGuardian, creating assessments, utilizing your boards, etc.) 

*SBLC meetings for students we need to meet on now will take place the first half of the day. You should have received information from Mrs. Stacy if you have a student on the agenda. A sub will come to your room & cover your class so you can attend.*

Wednesday, August 14 

First day for PreK/ K girls♥️

Due: Bus Safety sign off/Bullying Sign off

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SZcmV5txjZvA2g4hIxw7R5iyH83isEsoMwc6pPX2Ap8/edit

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eA2-uF4jp3o3-PIyuSP2QosiNGYsIKXE/edit

Thursday, August 15 

♥️We welcome all students on campus Prek-5th!! Please be mindful that things will move a little slower while our youngest students get accustomed to campus. ♥️

Friday, August 16    

Staff can wear CPE past or present spirit shirt & it can be worn with jeans. No distressed/ frayed jeans allowed. 

Due - Emergency Cards/Student Forms

Due-Internet User & Device Agreement Sign-Off.docx-3rd-5th students sign

Due-Assessment Calendars for Grades 1-5 for the first 9 weeks. Mary (Grades 1-2) & Jennifer (3-5). You can also email this digitally.                  

Additional Information  

Compulsory Attendance

According to the BESE Rulemaking docket, revisions to attendance definitions were adopted by BESE on 7/20/24.

These revisions specifically define 3 types of absences. This is state law: La. Admin. Code tit. 28 § CXV-1105.

Our district handbook will need to be revised and reposted once we bring the changes to our VPSB Board Meeting on 8/15/24.

Please read the Compulsory Attendance law definitions of Excused, Unexcused and Suspensions carefully. Parent notes for illnesses are not acceptable as "Excused Absences" unless the absence falls under the parameters defined by "Excused Absences or Extenuating Circumstances", however, such absences do require specific documentation and approval by the principal or designee.

Biggest Change: Parent notes are still unexcused however now they count towards truancy. In the past they did not.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-e-tItI98oDK--tOPjL-3aowqt7m4ws0PJlwTeVtwcM/edit?usp=drive_link

High Expectations

Remember at this time we are setting the tone for our year when it comes to meeting our expectations. When transitioning throughout the campus (this includes walking to lunch, recess, arrival, and dismissal), ALL students must walk in a single file line silently. We want to ensure that we are creating an environment that limits outside distractions to the instruction and learning taking place within our classrooms. 

Intervention supports

Jamie Dauterive & Ashley Gremilion will push into some of your classrooms for extra support. You must use them in your room to help with student learning. They can pull a small group & give additional support to students. Their schedule may adjust based on the needs of a grade level. Below is a tentative schedule for them. 

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bSwmoZ163AegIlJAbCJXxJolA3jt_ABfBbsqZEdGxHY/edit

Google Site Information  

If you have not already, please save the following link to your computer and phone: https://sites.google.com/vpsb.net/faculty-and-staff-site-cpe/home-page?authuser=0

Weekly info will be posted here also, click "this week at a glance" to see all info!

Gates

If you are the last person on campus, please ensure the gates are closed properly. Below is a picture of how they should be locked. If you have questions about this, do not hesitate to reach out.

Chats

**New- please add Cartnee Gaspard to the janitors chat** she will need to be added to track paper supplies. **

Everyone should have received an invite to join the CPE faculty and staff google chat. Please do not post in this chat unless it is an emergency. This chat will be used to communicate crisis/ lockdown situations. It will not be meant for everyday messaging. ***If you did not receive an invite, try these steps, IF the steps do not work, please email me. --> go to Google Mail(gmail), then on the left side click "chat", next look down on the left column and click "spaces", you'll see a chat labeled *CPE Faculty & Staff", click it, then click "all new messages". 

Technology

Please ensure that all iPads and laptops are placed securely on appropriate surfaces and not left on the floor. It is imperative that we take every precaution to prevent damage or accidental breakage of these devices. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Fieldtrips

All field trips need to be taken before April 15th, this is a small adjust from PD last week. Please see Cartnee's guidance shared for steps to take plan your grade level's fieldtrip. 

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Reading Teachers Corner

All K-3 new hires including those hired as 1 year only along with new administrators that have not completed LETRS will complete the LDOE Science of Reading training course through Canopy once it becomes available. More information will come from the curriculum department on this.

These participants will have half days embedded in the school year to complete the coursework as well as up to 4 days with a sub as needed. A stipend will no longer be paid due to course being completed during working hours.

BOY Intervention Lessons

In order to support all students, the curriculum department has created lessons to be used prior to the BOY Dibels assessment. These lessons will be implemented during the designated intervention time of the daily schedule. These daily lessons are explicit and easy to follow (see notes provided for slides). If you have any questions about implementation, don't hesitate to reach out to Mrs. Jessica, Mrs. Mary or Mrs. Jennifer).

Kindergarten

Grade 1

Grade 2

Grade 3

Open House

Mark your calendars!!! 

• Open House (1st – 5th) – September 9th   5:00-7:00PM

• 1-2 grade from 5:00-6:00

• 3-5 grade from 6:00-7:00 Partners can present together 

  • This will be a meeting for teachers to inform parents of school and classroom expectations, etc.   

  • This is new information that must be shared with ALL PARENTS Act 422 Parent Letter

  • No students will be allowed.  

Looking ahead

August 12 - PK/K Mandatory Screening, AMPEL/ Reading intervention/ Sped services begins 

August 13: PK/K Boys Report

August 14: PK/K girls Report 

Due: Bus Safety sign off/Bullying Sign off

August 15: All Students PK-5 on Campus

August 16: Due - Emergency Cards/Student Forms

Due- First nine weeks assessment Calendar Grades 1-5

Due: Internet User & Device Agreement sign-off (3-5)

August 19: Due - SPED Schedules; Teacher Verification of student forms; 

August 20-Fire Drill

August 23-Bus list and bus seating chart due to the office (from bus drivers)

August 26- DIBELS Testing, ELA/ Smart Group instruction begins in Grades 1-5, zearn rotations begin

August 27 Second Fire drill (all fire drills after this one will be initiated by the district)

August 30- Round 3 spirit wear ends 

September 2: No School - Labor Day

September 3: K Smart groups begin

September 6: Progress reports posted 

September 9: Open House! Grades 1-2 (5-6 PM) Grades 3-5 (6PM-7PM)

September 25:  Early Dismissal/ PD Begins at 12:45

Trust opens the door to Relationships!

Relationships opens the door to influence!

Influence opens the door to instruction!

August 13 CPT

The topic for this has been adjusted. Brittany Broussard will be attending all day and will meet with all grade levels Prek-5th on technology questions concerns/ assistance. She will go over anything you may need assistance with & she will tailor it to fit what you need. Come to C19 prepared with questions (google classroom, using your ipads, GoGuardian, creating assessments, utilizing your boards, etc.) 

Mrs. Lisa will be coming around to go over 504 & LEP plans the first few days of school. 

Chats

Everyone should have received an invite to join the CPE faculty and staff google chat. Please do not post in this chat unless it is an emergency. This chat will be used to communicate crisis/ lockdown situations. It will not be meant for everyday messaging. ***If you did not receive an invite, try these steps, IF the steps do not work, please email me. --> go to Google Mail(gmail), then on the left side click "chat", next look down on the left column and click "spaces", you'll see a chat labeled *CPE Faculty & Staff", click it, then click "all new messages". 

The CPE Groupme app can be a source of communication; however, please be considerate when posting. We want this space to stay positive and helpful! If you are unsure of something, have a concern about the school, or need to ask an admin a question, please contact me by email or text. If, after communicating with you, I feel that it needs to be shared with all staff, I will do so. 

In PD this week, we will be creating a few different chats for communication (behavior, sick, janitors). I have blocked off time for us to all do this together and create the groups. This is truly to help streamline how we communicate through our school. I know this is a transition year for everyone, but please stay with me. I want you guys to get what you need and the right people getting the information so things can be addressed quickly & effectively. 

Birthdays

The Sunshine Committee is collecting birthdays! Please complete the form by Friday, August 9th if you haven't done so already! 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfsL1fkh5bWaFZNLYjlHujt9snpl-wwpsmpk26-lS40_bSBOw/viewform?usp=sf_link

The first few days of school…

• STAR - Students will be tested the first two days of school by the classroom teacher in grades 1st-5th

• First lesson plans due in Oncourse August 11th

  • PBIS, Bus Safety, and Bullying Lessons must be documented in your lesson plans for the first few days of school

  •  Bus Safety PPT, Bullying PPT

  • PBIS lessons

Ethics Trainings

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Use the following link for Ethics:  Louisiana Ethics Training

 All staff must complete ethics training by August 7th and turn in a copy to me.  Please login & confirm your job description in safe schools. 

If you have any questions, let me know.

Tutoring

If you intend on tutoring on campus for the upcoming school year, you will need to complete the form that was sent to your email accounts on Friday, July 26th.  All forms must be turned in to me and approved by Mr. Byler prior to the start of your private tutoring.  Please let me know if you have any questions.

Reading Teachers Corner

All K-3 new hires including those hired as 1 year only along with new administrators that have not completed LETRS will complete the LDOE Science of Reading training course through Canopy once it becomes available. More information will come from the curriculum department on this.

These participants will have half days embedded in the school year to complete the coursework as well as up to 4 days with a sub as needed. A stipend will no longer be paid due to course being completed during working hours.

BOY Intervention Lessons

In order to support all students, the curriculum department has created lessons to be used prior to the BOY Dibels assessment. These lessons will be implemented during the designated intervention time of the daily schedule. These daily lessons are explicit and easy to follow (see notes provided for slides). If you have any questions about implementation, don't hesitate to reach out to Ms. Jessica, Mrs. Mary or Mrs. Jennifer).

Kindergarten

Grade 1

Grade 2

Grade 3

Open House

Mark your calendars!!! 

• Open House (1st – 5th) – September 9th   5:00-7:00PM

• 1-2 grade from 5:00-6:00

• 3-5 grade from 6:00-7:00 Partners can present together 

  • This will be a meeting for teachers to inform parents of school and classroom expectations, etc.   

  • This is new information that must be shared with ALL PARENTS Act 422 Parent Letter

  • No students will be allowed.  

A Few Quick Reminders for the first few days of school:

• School Procedures: Parents won't be walking kids to class. We’ll be there to help students get where they need to be.

• Schedules, Routines, rosters: Double-check your schedules for any updates and reach out if you have questions.

• Teamwork & Support: Remember, we’re all in this together. Lean on each other and don't hesitate to ask for help.

Recharge Your Batteries:
Take some time for yourself before we dive in. Whether it's reading a book, going for a walk, or just relaxing, make sure you're feeling refreshed and ready. We appreciate all you do to make this first week great for our students. Here’s to a fantastic year ahead! Let’s make it awesome!

**** Either one of these shirts can be worn on Tuesday August 6th for our Group Picture****

Looking ahead

August 5: CPE Inservice- all staff attend 

August 6: CPE Inservice- all staff attend 

Due: Classroom Management Plan (Prek-2 to Mary, 3-5 to Jennifer)

Due: Daily Schedule (place in my box, please do not email)

PreK & K parent meeting 5:30-6:30 

August 7: Teachers do not report to school 

Due: Safe Schools (Ethics - print certificate from STATE site and turn in) Confirm job description in safe schools(No certificate is needed for your job description)

August 8: Students report - Grades 1 - 5 

August 8, 9, 12 - PK/K Mandatory Screening 

August 12: AMPEL begins 

August 13: PK/K Boys Report

August 14: PK/K girls Report 

Due: Bus Safety sign off/Bullying Sign off

August 15: All Students PK-5 on Campus

August 16: Due - Emergency Cards/Student Forms

August 19: Due - SPED Schedules; Teacher Verification; Media No's on Google Sheet 

August 30- Round 3 spirit wear ends 

September 2: No School - Labor Day

September 9th: Open House!