Happy 2018!
I hope everyone had a wonderful break spending time with family and friends but most importantly found time to relax some. We just returned to school yesterday and I am excited to be back. That said, I don’t really have much to share other than some friendly reminders to start 2018 off to a GREAT start at the Castle.
In my previous article, I shared that we are revamping the WATCH Dog program. It is my hope that through these changes both teachers and Watch DOG’s will have clearer understanding of the expectations regarding the program. Mr. Johnson has scheduled a Mid-year orientation for January 16th at 7:00. Any and all dads who are or want to be a part of this program will need to attend this meeting. We will review how to sign up to be a WATCH DOG and the expectations of the position. You will receive a program handbook. We would greatly appreciate it if you would let Mr. Johnson know (johnsonddlisd.net) if you are planning on being at this meeting. If you have a conflict, please contact Mr. Johnson directly. This will help us with preparation and a make-up session should a need arise. We will start the sign up for the program after the orientation. Thank you.
I am looking forward to gathering the data for the end of our 2nd 9 weeks for our Ready to Learn Program that includes student tardiness. The data will be shared with you in the beginning of the 3rd 9 weeks. We didn’t do such a good job reducing tardiness during the 1st 9 weeks so I am hopeful we see improvement. Reducing tardiness is part of our Campus Improvement Plan. More importantly, tardiness negatively effects the education of your student.
In conclusion, the school will be close Monday, January 15th for MLK day and Friday January 19th is an early release day for students. As fast as the fall has gone, I know the spring will move even faster. Please take time and read all communications sent home from the PTA and teachers. If you have any questions, as always, please contact the office.
Mrs. Donna J. Taylor, M. Ed
Time certainly flies when you are having fun. Almost half the school ear is behind us.
As we move into second semester we have big things coming up.
KMS Visit for the fifth grade is just around the corner. They will load up on buses and visit KMS on February 1. During the time there, the students will visit Orchestra, Band, Choir, Art and Theater. There is also a time to ask students questions about middle school. DON’T WORRY Parents. A parent night should also be happening around that time. This is set to give parents the opportunity to ask questions before the students hand in their wish list of classes for next year.
I will host a Coffee for fifth grade parents on January 19th and hopefully be able to answer some burning questions at that time.
ALL PARENTS are invited to preview the new curriculum required by our district for counselor’s. There are two new units. One is on Bullying and the other is a Child Protection Unit. We will send an electronic letter at the end of January with some information. If you DO NOT wish your child to take part in it, sign the letter and return it to school.
Enjoy the cooler weather. Maybe some hot chocolate and cinnamon toast. That was the go to for my kids on a Minnesota Snow Day.
Carol Rains