Hughes ElementaryWe EMPOWER the

future! 2014-2015

VisionPreparing today's learners for tomorrow's world by instilling in every student the 21st century skills, attitudes, and self-confidence for personal success.

MissionThe J. Lyndal Hughes Elementary School community is dedicated to providing a nurturing and engaging learning environment to meet the diverse needs of every child. Hughes Elementary is committed to developing excellence in all areas: socially, emotionally and academically.

Vision and Mission for J. Lyndal Hughes Elementary

J. Lyndal Hughes is a Northwest ISD Title 1 campus:

More than 28% of our students are considered low income.

We receive federal funds to assist all students. Title 1 funds are flexible and are used for

additional personnel, professional development, improve curriculum, enhance parental involvement, extend learning time for students, and provide other activities that are tied to student achievement.

Parent-School Compacts

Title 1

The theme this year was voted upon by staff and students last spring. We want to empower students to be responsible, respectful, problem solvers, and to take responsible risks so they can learn from their failures.

We EMPOWER the Future

Our campus focus for this year is in math. We have seen a decline in scores across the campus. Students are struggling with basic math facts and how to apply these facts to word problems.

Campus incentive program for facts

Campus Focus-Math

State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness

Given in grades 3-5 5th grade reading SSI for 2015 New math standards (TEKS) More difficult than previous test because it will

require higher level thinking and multiple step problems.

Builds on previously learned knowledge.

STAAR

Goal 98% - Last year was 96.8% Our attendance counts towards our state

accountability rating Students can not learn if they are not in school.

Making up work at home does not make up for the teacher’s instruction.

School district get money when students are in school. If NISD could improve attendance by 1% it would save the district 1 million dollars.

Attendance

School hours – 7:45-2:45 The doors to the school open at 7:20. Breakfast is served from 7:20-7:35 Students should be in seats and ready to

learn by 7:45

Tardies

Progress Reports and Report Cards Weekly Class Newsletters-electronically

unless you let the teacher know you want a paper version

Principal’s Weekly Newsletter Check out our Web sites for information! If we have your email address than we can

email you school and class information.

NISD is going paperless

Students daily and 6-week grades can be viewed online at any time.

Attendance is also available online. Can set up notifications Please pick up directions. Letter with login information was sent home

last week. We can reprint it for you if needed. First grade students will not receive a report

card until the 2nd 6 weeks. First grade students are given numerical

grades.

Internet Grade Viewing

Teacher and School Web sitesEmails from teachers and principalSchool messenger phone systemInternet Grade ViewingParent Conferences – these will be held October 6th-17th.

Communication

We always need help with making copies, laminating, organizing books, etc.

We have a group called “Hawk Helpers” that meets on Tuesdays-Friday. PTA helps train volunteers. Thursday, Sept. 11th from 6:00-7:00 p.m. in library will be the volunteer training.

Must complete a background check to be able to volunteer or be a chaperone. (VIPS)

Parent Volunteers

We have an active PTA that provides multiple events for our families to attend such as the tailgate party last week, carnivals, talent show, family fun nights, etc.

The PTA purchases a t-shirt for every child on campus.

Membership is $10.00 and $20.00 for a family of four. All PTA events for the year are free with membership.

If you are interested in helping with PTA, please contact Dana Briscoe.

Hughes PTA

We are a Love and Logic campus We utilize Preferred Activity Time (P.A.T.) as a method to

reinforce positive behavior choices. Students earn Dojo points to earn P.A.T. each Friday

afternoon. A minimum of 10 points are required. Students record their

total for the week each Friday on their behavior calendar. Please initial the calendar each night. If a student receives 2

notes on their calendar (a warning is always given) it will result in the loss of a letter towards a reward given at the end of each 6 weeks. Ten minutes will be lost for each letter crossed out.

Classroom Management

All instruction is at student’s academic level. Workshop Model of Instruction

Reading Writing Math Science

Pushing Students to Excel

Personal Goal Sheets Small group instruction based on needs Students practice concepts using books at

their reading level. Students perfect writing based on their

specific needs, levels, and goals. Students share out their thinking at the end

of each work period. Students need to leave 1st grade reading at a

level I, minimum expectation Students need to leave 1st grade writing at a

stage 4 or higher

Reader’s & Writer’s Workshop

Concepts are introduced Students explore a variety of ways to solve

problems through games and practice within small groups, partners, or as individuals.

Students share out their thinking showing a variety of complexity.

As a campus, we need to work on facts-we need your help with math facts at home too

Math Workshop

Workshop model that is structured like Language Arts and Math

Inquiry-based 5 E Model

Science Workshop

3rd Year for the Million Word Challenge First graders have a goal of 100 books. To earn credit for a book, the book must at the

student’s “just right” reading level! Read at home and school Use Reading Logs Our Million Word Kickoff is September 12th at 2:00 Awards will be given at the 6 Weeks Award s

assemblies to students that have met their goal for the grading period

Celebration Day on June 2nd on campus with Game Truck, DJ, Splash Party, KONA Ice, etc. Super fun day!

Million Word Challenge

Each six weeks a new book is introduced to the entire school.

The book centers around a character trait. Mrs. Briggs, the school counselor, does

character building lessons for that character trait.

Students respond to the books using a Reader’s Response format and a response is selected for each grade level to display in the hallway.

Principal’s Book of the Month

Battle of the Books- Spring- 3rd-5th grades

U.I.L- 2nd-5th grades Leadership Club-5th grade Library Helpers-3rd-5th Scrabble Club Drama Club Tennis Club Photography/Yearbook Club Choir and District Honor Choir Robotics Club

Extra-Curricular Activities

Students should read at least 20 minutes every night.

Log this reading for the MWC. Math-Practice and repetition very important. Students are expected to be practicing addition

and subtraction facts to 10. Assigned homework will be used to practice

concepts learned in class. Homework should take no more than 10 minutes.

Benefits of Homework

Making sure my child is rested and prepared for school each day.

Make sure your child is at school and on time for school.

Knowing how your child is doing by communicating with the teacher by checking your child’s folder, email, in person or by phone.

Monitor your child’s homework and make sure study time is in a quiet place.

Limit TV viewing and read together daily. Be an active participant in your child’s

education.

How you can help your child!

Please work on shoe tying at home. Help your child learn how to open lunch and

snack items. Help your child bring folders and guided

reading books to class EVERY DAY!!! We work during work time, play during play

time. If your child has unfinished work this work may need to be completed at home or at P.A.T.

Independence

Thank you for coming this evening to partner with us to ensure your child’s success!

Thank you!