Welcome to Nottingham Elementary

Ms. Mary Beth Pelosky

Principal

Assistant Principal

Mr. John Koutsouftikis

The Nottingham Community is dedicated to the education of the

whole child – intellectually, socially, emotionally, culturally and physically. Together, we share the responsibility of helping each child reach his or her potential as a contributing citizen in our rapidly changing global society.

School Mission Statement

Building Our Community Down on the Farm Harvest Time Light and Shadows Winter Cycles Important Americans Getting Around Town Spring Gardens Animal Life Cycles Transitions

Thematic Units

The ButterfliesTeacher: Ms. Smith Assistant: Mrs. Sheehan

The DucklingsTeacher: Ms.DeAtley Assistant: Mrs. Fortin

The GoldfishTeacher: Mrs. Griffin Assistant: Ms. Duran

The HipposTeacher: Mrs. Hemstreet Assistant: Mrs. Duran

The Sea TurtlesTeacher: Ms. Biechman Assistant: Ms. McMullan

The Pooh BearsTeacher: Mrs. Toner Assistant: Mrs. McKeever

The Future Starts Here --

Emmy Award Winner, Kelly Bergeron, now heads our Exemplary Project.

Writer’s Quest Nottingham You Tube Videos

Knight Writer Literacy Magazine

Purpose: to write for Authentic Audiences

Over two-thirds of Nottingham’s learners walk to their neighborhood school.

Accomplished, caring, compassionate staff.

Enthusiastic, energetic, parent volunteers.

“A Community of Learners”

Statement of Objectives

Recognize individual differences, learning styles, and abilities.

Provide curriculum which encompasses communication skills, problem solving, critical thinking, and fosters creativity.

Statement of Objectives

Instill a life-long enthusiasm for learning.

Model appropriate socialization, behavior and attitudes.

Statement of Objectives

Prepare students for an ever-changing technological world.

Assist students to develop integrity and the capacity for consideration of others.

Statement of Objectives

Assist each student to develop a positive self-concept and a desire to do his/her best by providing an atmosphere of warm acceptance.

Services at Nottingham Elementary include: Special Education services such as speech therapy,

occupational therapy, resource and self-contained classrooms.

All students receive P.E., Art, Music and Library services with specialists.

Reading and Gifted services are available to assist with student needs.

Counseling services are available to all children.

“Every Child is a Shining Star”

Morning Announcements Moment of Silence Pledge to the Flag

On Fridays when the announcements are televised:

Nottingham Student Oath Writer’s Quest question for the week Character Education sharing, and various

activities planned for the week

Our Day Begins Together!

I take pride in being a Nottingham student.

I treat others with respect. I have a positive attitude. I behave in a safe manner. I try my best.

Nottingham Student Oath

Provides a balanced instruction in all aspect of child development: Social interactions Emotional growth Physical movement and Cognitive ability

Our Instructional Program

Beginning reading skills include: Word study Writer’s Workshop (Lucy Calkins) Robust Vocabulary Read-Alouds Guided Reading Oral speaking and Listening activities

Our Literacy Program

Math Expressions Curriculum Everyday Math Mathematical concepts are explored in

a variety of ways Hands-on manipulative lessons to

encourage mathematical reasoning and problem solving

Technology Integration

Mathematics

Daily Movement Activities Healthy Snacks and Lunch Allergy Concerns

Wellness

Main Office 703-228-5290

Attendance Hotline 703-228-5292

Nurse’s Office 703-228-8329

Inclement Weather Line 1-866-322-4277

Extended Day 703-228-8334

Important Numbers to Know

9:00 a.m. - 3:41 p.m.Dismissal time on Early Release

Wednesdays is 1:26 p.m.

School Hours

Kindergartners at Work!

Nottingham PTA President: Mary Zehe

Nottingham has an active PTA that supports the following projects– Exploration Courtyard– Landscaping and Outdoor Education– Music Masters– Art Ace– Enrichment Programs– Technology Support

For additional information, be sure to check out…

The APS website at:www.apsva.us

The Nottingham website at:www.apsva.us/nottingham

The PTA website at:www.nespta.org

 

New Elementary School

For more information on the New Elementary School please visit http://www.apsva.us/Domain/4352

rlington Public SchoolsThank you for being a partner in your child’s

education!

Ms. Mary Beth Pelosky

Principal

Assistant Principal

Mr. John Koutsouftikis

The Nottingham Community is dedicated to the education of the

whole child – intellectually, socially, emotionally, culturally and physically. Together, we share the responsibility of helping each child reach his or her potential as a contributing citizen in our rapidly changing global society.

School Mission Statement

Building Our Community Down on the Farm Harvest Time Light and Shadows Winter Cycles Important Americans Getting Around Town Spring Gardens Animal Life Cycles Transitions

Thematic Units

The ButterfliesTeacher: Ms. Smith Assistant: Mrs. Sheehan

The DucklingsTeacher: Ms.DeAtley Assistant: Mrs. Fortin

The GoldfishTeacher: Mrs. Griffin Assistant: Ms. Duran

The HipposTeacher: Mrs. Hemstreet Assistant: Mrs. Duran

The Sea TurtlesTeacher: Ms. Biechman Assistant: Ms. McMullan

The Pooh BearsTeacher: Mrs. Toner Assistant: Mrs. McKeever

The Future Starts Here --

Emmy Award Winner, Kelly Bergeron, now heads our Exemplary Project.

Writer’s Quest Nottingham You Tube Videos

Knight Writer Literacy Magazine

Purpose: to write for Authentic Audiences

Over two-thirds of Nottingham’s learners walk to their neighborhood school.

Accomplished, caring, compassionate staff.

Enthusiastic, energetic, parent volunteers.

“A Community of Learners”

Statement of Objectives

Recognize individual differences, learning styles, and abilities.

Provide curriculum which encompasses communication skills, problem solving, critical thinking, and fosters creativity.

Statement of Objectives

Instill a life-long enthusiasm for learning.

Model appropriate socialization, behavior and attitudes.

Statement of Objectives

Prepare students for an ever-changing technological world.

Assist students to develop integrity and the capacity for consideration of others.

Statement of Objectives

Assist each student to develop a positive self-concept and a desire to do his/her best by providing an atmosphere of warm acceptance.

Services at Nottingham Elementary include: Special Education services such as speech therapy,

occupational therapy, resource and self-contained classrooms.

All students receive P.E., Art, Music and Library services with specialists.

Reading and Gifted services are available to assist with student needs.

Counseling services are available to all children.

“Every Child is a Shining Star”

Morning Announcements Moment of Silence Pledge to the Flag

On Fridays when the announcements are televised:

Nottingham Student Oath Writer’s Quest question for the week Character Education sharing, and various

activities planned for the week

Our Day Begins Together!

I take pride in being a Nottingham student.

I treat others with respect. I have a positive attitude. I behave in a safe manner. I try my best.

Nottingham Student Oath

Provides a balanced instruction in all aspect of child development: Social interactions Emotional growth Physical movement and Cognitive ability

Our Instructional Program

Beginning reading skills include: Word study Writer’s Workshop (Lucy Calkins) Robust Vocabulary Read-Alouds Guided Reading Oral speaking and Listening activities

Our Literacy Program

Math Expressions Curriculum Everyday Math Mathematical concepts are explored in

a variety of ways Hands-on manipulative lessons to

encourage mathematical reasoning and problem solving

Technology Integration

Mathematics

Daily Movement Activities Healthy Snacks and Lunch Allergy Concerns

Wellness

Main Office 703-228-5290

Attendance Hotline 703-228-5292

Nurse’s Office 703-228-8329 Inclement Weather Line 1-866-322-

4277 Extended Day 703-228-

8334

Important Numbers to Know

9:00 a.m. - 3:41 p.m.Dismissal time on Early Release

Wednesdays is 1:26 p.m.

School Hours

Kindergartners at Work!

Nottingham PTA President: Mary Zehe

Nottingham has an active PTA that supports the following projects– Exploration Courtyard– Landscaping and Outdoor Education– Music Masters– Art Ace– Enrichment Programs– Technology Support

For additional information, be sure to check out…

The APS website at:www.apsva.us

The Nottingham website at:www.apsva.us/nottingham

The PTA website at:www.nespta.org

 

New Elementary School

For more information on the New Elementary School please visit http://www.apsva.us/Domain/4352

rlington Public SchoolsThank you for being a partner in your child’s

education!