Showing posts with label #ObserveMe. Show all posts
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Saturday, January 6, 2024

Staff Bulletin: Jan. 8 - 12, 2024

 















Monday, Jan. 8 - Day 5, Rotation 1

Character Color Week - Wear RED for caring

Lunch Option 1: Cheese Pizza Cruncher 
Lunch Option 1: BBQ Cheddar Burger 
  • 8:30-10:00 Pupil Service Meeting (Conf. Rm) 
  • 10:00-10:15 504 Meeting (Knapp, Schonhoff)
  • 1:05-1:55 504 Meeting (Knapp, Wiedenhaupt, Schonhoff)
  • 3:20-4:20 Special Ed Team Meeting
  • 5:30-7:30 Board of Education Meeting 

Tuesday, Jan. 9 - Day 6, Rotation 1

EAs Submit True Time

Character Color Week - Wear ORANGE for Fairness

Lunch Option 1: Soft Beef Taco 
Lunch Option 1: Cheese Quesadilla 

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day!  Thank you SROs Meyer, Kohl and VanderHyden and all of KASD PD!!!
  • 7:30-8:30 Coaches Meeting 
  • 8:30-9:30 Stacy - E5 Meeting Virtual 
  • 11:00-12:00 Stacy/Kara Meeting?
  • 12:00-12:50 Taco Bar Luncheon 
  • 3:30-4:30 IEP Meeting (Knapp, Milledge, Herlache)
  • 6:00-8:00 Community Conversation (River View) 

Wednesday, Jan. 10 - Day 1, Rotation 2

Character Color Week - Wear YELLOW/GREEN for Respect and Responsibility

Lunch Option 1: French Toast Bites 
Lunch Option 1: Chicken Salad Sandwich 
  • 9:10-9:30 2nd & 3rd Grade Recess 
  • 10:05-10:45 4th Gr Concert Dress Rehearsal (4D, 4S, 4M, 4H), Gym A
  • 10:10-10:55 4th Gr Math Collab 4C, 4D, 4S (Rm 65)
  • 11:10-11:55 4th Gr Math Collab 4H, 4M, 4B/G (Rm 65) 
  • 12:10-12:55 MAPEL Meeting (Art Rm) 
  • 1:10-1:55 3rd Gr Math Collab (Rm 65) 
  • 2:05-2:45 2nd Gr Concert Dress Rehearsal (2R, 2O), Gym A
  • 2:10-2:55 2nd Gr Math Collab (Rm 65)
  • 3:20-4:15 EQ Staff Meeting (Mike Slowinski Attending) 
  • 5:30-6:30pm Ritzke & Owen Music Concert
  • 6:45-7:45pm Durrant, Sprangers, Maki & Herlache Music Concert

Thursday, Jan. 11 - Day 2, Rotation 2

Character Color Week - Wear BLUE for trustworthiness

Lunch Option 1: Mini Turkey Corn Dogs 
Lunch Option 1: Sloppy Joe 
  • 9:30-1:00 SAP Meeting DO (Knapp, Kozelek, Schonhoff) 
  • 12:15-12:45 SSP Follow-Up (Knapp, VanAsten, VanZeeland) 
  • 1:30-2:003:30 Stacy - Summer School Meeting 
  • 2:00-2:45 EA Meeting Conf. Rm 
  • 2:10-2:50 2nd Grade Collab (Rm 65) 
  • 3:20-4:20 Stacy - Appointment 

Friday, Jan. 12 - Day 3, Rotation 2

Character Color Week - Wear PURPLE for citizenship

Lunch Option 1: Mac & Cheese
Lunch Option 1: Black Bean Burger 
  • 7:45-11:30 Stacy - Admin Team Meeting DO 
  • 12:30-1:30 Stacy/Tara Meeting 
  • 2:15-3:00 SSP Meeting Conf. Rm (Knapp, Verhagen, Jozwiak, Kozelek) 

Upcoming Events:

Jan. 2 - Jan. 26 Winter iReady Window

Jan. 15 No School Students/Staff In-Service
Jan. 15 Dr. Martin Luter King Jr. Day
Jan. 16 PAC Meeting (NO Jan. 22 Meeting)
Jan. 17 ELL Winter Family Night 500-630
Jan. 19 EQ Assembly
Jan. 19 Early Dismissal/Staff In-Service
Jan. 22 Board of Education Meeting
Jan. 26 Funky Friday - Dress as silly as you want to today! (mismatch, hippy, tie-dye, clown, etc.)
Feb. 2 - ACCESS Testing Ends


Jan. 11 - Niki Herlache 
Jan. 13 - Kara Baumgartner 


Jan. 8-12 Tracy Vander Bloomen


COUGAR CHARACTER COLOR WEEK





Winter Weather - Winter Weather Expectations

Please click the slideshow title below and review with students for our winter weather expectations when the snow starts flying again.  At our December EA meeting we also discussed the following items to create a common understanding to help us all.
  • Balls can be used on the blacktop when the field is closed as long as it is not being kicked toward the school or toward the road.
  • Snow, mud, or ice must wear boots 
  • Snow = boots and snow pants 
  • When there is snow on the ground, no boots and snow pants = black top 
  • Coats - we are now at the point where just a sweatshirt isn’t ok at recess anymore. They will be sent in to get their coats if they don’t wear them out. If they didn’t bring a coat, they will have the natural consequences of being cold or can get one from Mr. Tom’s Closet.  If you are noticing repetitive forgetting of a coat, please call home to ask for their support. 
  • No Rugby!!!!!

Winter iReady Window

Let me or any of the coaches know if you'd like our assistance at all during the Winter iReady window.  Reference the Jan. 3 email from me.

Click this blue link to see more easily accessible goal setting info.  It includes more printables and etc. to make the process easier if you set goals with students.  We have seen the benefit of discussion, goal setting, bringing awareness/value/importance in iReady and growing as "individuals".

If you feel like you need more understanding and info on Typical Growth and Student Growth here is another handout from iReady but I went through and highlighted for the areas that might be of more interest to help make it a quicker read.

We shared the "how to" to help empower you to know how to open/ close access if you need to based on your assessment schedule. The winter iReady window is from January 2-26. 


No need to begin right away on the first day or two back, but as we have learned in past years there is always the potential for absences or unexpected events so please don't wait until the last week or two of the window to start.  More will be shared about the idea of reviewing/setting goals if you did that in the fall with students or wat to do it now. Thank you!


Summer School 2024

It is hard to believe we are already planning for another great summer school session! We have taken your feedback and have already begun to make changes to continuously improve to support our staff, families, and students. This incredible opportunity for our students and community would not be possible without you!


2024 Summer School Staff Interest Form


Here are some details for Summer School 2024


Location: Kaukauna High School


Schedule/Course Offerings:

  • Summer School Session: June 11 - June 28, for a total of 14 days, Monday – Friday

  • Most classes will run for 3 Sections - 8:00-9:15, 9:20-10:35, 10:40-11:55

  • We will continue to offer remedial courses by invitation only: 4K - 8th grade ELA & Math

  • Summer School Open House: June 10th (staff are NOT required to attend)


Anyone who works Summer School for 2024:

  • The rate of pay for certified staff will be $26.37/hour for internal staff and $24/hour for external staff

  • The rate of pay for support staff will be $13.45/hour for internal staff and $11.20/hour for external staff

  • If you cannot commit to working but are interested in subbing, please complete the interest form

  • If you are working summer school for the 14 days, your children will be able to register early for summer school courses 



Grading 

The grading window for 1st Semester is open for you to enter grades. An important reminder....for core areas of ELA and Math, you ONLY grade to the power standards. You will be able to see all of the standards below the power standards, but do not need to and should not grade the individual standards.  


Click here for a 40 second video that might help to know where/how to go for post grades. Remember...you are only doing the power standards which you choose from the pull down menu at the top.  


The window will remain open until Monday, Jan. 29th.


EQ STEP Charts

Here is a link to updated STEP charts for EQ with you. Those shared prior were PDFs and don't update with changes so this link will always have the most active/recent view.  As we've discussed they are evergreen and we will continue to update them as we progress.  Please let your grade level reps on the SLT, Academic Team or BASE team know if you have questions or ideas.  These groups help to update the plans.


Sunday, November 5, 2023

Staff Bulletin: Nov. 6-10, 2023

Veteran


Monday, November 6 - Day 6, Rotation 1

NHS Food Drive Continues!



Lunch Option 1: Cheese Pizza Cruncher 
Lunch Option 2: BBQ Cheddar Burger 
  • Stacy - Collective Efficacy Conference All Day 
  • 12:05-12:35 - SSP Meeting (VanZeeland, VanAsten)
  • 8:30-10:00 Pupil Service Meeting Conf. Rm 

Tuesday, November 7 - Day 1, Rotation 2 

*EAs - SUBMIT YOUR TIMECARD*

NHS Food Drive Continues!


Election Day 

Lunch Option 1: Soft Beef Taco 
Lunch Option 2: Cheese Queadilla 
  • Stacy - Collective Efficacy Conference All Day 
  • 12:10-12:55 MAPEL Meeting, Art Rm
  • Math Collab moved to Wed., Nov. 8 (individually scheduled with Kara)

Wednesday, November 8 - Day 2, Rotation 2

School Spirit Wear Day Every Wednesday - Wear an Electa Quinney Shirt, Kaukauna Shirt, or Orange/Black!

NHS Food Drive Continues!


Lunch Option 1: Blueberry Bash Waffles 
Lunch Option 2: Chicken Salad Sandwich 
  • 10:10-10:55 4th Gr Math Collab 4C, 4D, 4S (indiv. scheduled with Kara)
  • 11:10-11:55 4th Gr Math Collab 4H, 4M, 4B/G (indiv. scheduled with Kara)
  • 12:20-12:55 Stacy - 3rd/4th Hallway/Lunch 
  • 1:00-1:30 504 Meeting (Knapp, Schonhooff, Mckinnon, Kozelek, VandeWettering) 
  • 1:10-1:55 3rd Gr Math Collab (indiv. scheduled with Kara)
  • 2:00-3:00 Stacy/Tara Meeting 
  • 2:10-2:55 2nd Gr Math Collab (indiv. scheduled with Kara)
  • 3:20-4:15 EQ Staff Meeting LMC 

Thursday, November 9 - Day 3, Rotation 2

NHS Food Drive Continues!


Lunch Option 1: Mini Turkey Corn Dogs 
Lunch Option 2: Sloppy Joe
  • 8:45-9:25 EQ Assembly
  • 10:10-10:55 4th Gr Lit Collab 4C, 4D, 4S (Rm 65) 
  • 11:10-11:55 4th Gr Lit Collab 4H, 4M, 4B/G (Rm 65) 
  • 12:20-12:55 Stacy - 3rd/4th Hallway/Lunch 
  • 1:10-1:55 3rd Gr Lit Collab (Rm 65) 
  • 2:00-2:45 EA Meeting 
  • 2:10-2:55 2nd Gr Math Collab (Rm 65) 
  • 3:30-4:30 Meeting (Knapp, Schonhoff, Rosenbeck, Martinez, Livingston, Bougie, Jozwiak) 

Friday, November 10 - Day 4, Rotation 2

NHS Food Drive Continues!


Wear Red, White and Blue in Honor of Veterans Day!

Lunch Option 1: Macaroni & Cheese 
Lunch Option 2: Black Bean Burger 
  • 8:30-11:45 Stacy - Admin Meeting (DO) 
  • 12:20-12:55 Stacy - 3rd/4th Hallway/Lunch 

Upcoming Events:
Nov. 1 - Nov. 21 NHS District Wide Food Drive
Nov. 11 Veterans Day
Nov. 13 World Kindness Day 
Nov. 13 4Herlache & 4Cooksey Field Trip to Grignon Mansion 
Nov. 13 Noodles Dine Out Night
Nov. 13 Board Meeting 
Nov. 14 Durrant & 4Sprangers Field Trip to Grignon Mansion 
Nov. 14 PTS Conferences - IN-PERSON
Nov. 15 Education Support Professionals Day
Nov. 15 4Maki& 4B/G Field Trip to Grignon Mansion 
Nov. 16 PTS Conferences - IN-PERSON
Nov. 17 Students Early Dismissal/Staff PTS Conferences - VIRTUAL
     **Add your conference link here**
Nov. 22, 23, and 24 Staff and Students No School 
Nov. 27 Student of Month DUE
Nov. 27 Board of Education Meeting 


Nov. 10 - Karen Ritzke 
Nov. 11 - Jodi Schwartz 


Kristin Kozelek 


I will be out of the building/district all day on Monday and Tuesday.  Kara, Tara, Stacy W., Niki and I are attending a Collective Efficacy Institute (along with staff from Tanner, KHS, and DO) in Appleton.  Autumn and Pupil Service will be here to support  in my place.  We look forward to learning more to strengthen our understanding of Collective Efficacy which is the main strategy underneath all of our step charts in our efforts to improve teaching, learning, behavior, attendance, and more within our school community.
-- Stacy

Staff Thoughts

I kindly ask that we keep Stephanie Lancour, Kayla Sprangers and their families in our thoughts.  Stephanie's step mom passed away last weekend and Kayla's future father-in-law passed away on Thursday. Our kindness and support as colleagues and friends can be a great source of comfort during these times



Welcome Madison Carter

We welcome Madison Carter to Electa Quinney beginning this week.  Madison will be student teaching in Katie Durrant's room for 2nd quarter.  She has been completing her schooling at UW-Eau Claire. Thank you for helping make her feel at home at our school.  Welcome Madison! 



November Parent/Student/Teacher Conferences

Parent/Student/Teacher conferences are ahead next week.  Should there be a conference you would like me to sit in on, please feel free to ask.  Thank you again for the wonderful work and the extra time that you put into completing conference reports.  - Stacy


Conference Meals

Certified Staff, 

Parent Teacher Conferences are coming up and the PAC would like to treat you to meals both nights!

Tuesday, Nov. 14th - Pagoni's
Please fill out link by Nov. 6th

Thursday, Nov. 16th - Jimmy John's
Party Box is being ordered

As always, the soda machine will also be open during conference times. 

Thanks for all you do for the students at EQ!

National School Psychology Week


Veterans Day



Kaukauna Apparel Order















It's that time of year when people start shopping for the perfect gifts for the upcoming holiday season. Why not give the gift of some Kaukauna apparel for your loved ones, or treat yourself?! Online ordering is open now through Nov. 9 and all items will be ready before Christmas. Here is the link to browse the online store and place your order: https://kaukdistrict.itemorder.com/


PTS Conference Sign-Up - 

Staff will present in school for conferences all three dates/times.

Tuesday, Nov. 14 - In Person for Parents
Thursday, Nov. 16 - 
In Person for Parents 
Friday, Nov. 17 - Virtual for Parents (staff in building)

Conference Link Sent to Families: 

Add your Virutal Google Meet Link Here: 

Teacher Conference Schedule Shaina will update: 

Scholastic Book Fair -- NDLC and Quinney conferences are on the same dates this year. We will hold ONE Scholastic Book Fair in the building (held in the lobby) for both schools to shop together at the fall and spring conferences. Quinney will host the Fall Scholastic Book Fair and NDLC will host the Spring Scholastic Book Fair.

#ObserveMe

Our #ObserveMe cycle is up and running.  It's so great walking into classrooms and seeing another staff member there observing.  We appreciate you getting in two half hour blocks between now and Dec. 14th to observe a colleague.

1.  Enter in at least two half hour blocks (more blocks if you'd like) that a colleague could come in and observe.
2.  Choose two half hour blocks from 10/23 to 12/14 schedule an observation (academic and behavior). Staff may choose to observe over prep time, recess time, or swap a prep with a colleague. 
3.  Be sure to include the date you intend to observe and your name when you schedule the observation.  Only one staff sign up per observation time.
4,  Send a Google Calendar invite to the colleague you are observing.
5.  Complete the Oct. - Dec. Reflection Take Away Sheet during the observation.
6.  Make a copy share with the teacher you observed.



District Wide Food Drive



Thank you for your support and promotion of donations of food from those able to donate for the NHS Food Drive.  It would be interesting to see if we could get close in the running once again after loosing to RV for a few years now.


Yearbook Pictures

Please add any and all classroom pictures to our 23-24 Yearbook Pictures folder. We are always in need of more photos to use in our school yearbook.

Just a reminder to keep in mind the Do Not Publish Picture List when uploading pictures. 

Thank you all! 

May 27-31, 2024

  Monday,  May 27 - NO SCHOOL Staff/Students Tuesday,  May 28  - Day 4,  Rotation 2 EAs Submit True Time L unch Option 1: Soft Beef Taco  Lu...