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Melissa Ridge Intermediate Parent Information Night for Incoming 4th Graders

Melissa Ridge Intermediate Parent Information Night for Incoming 4th Graders. April 10, 2012. Introductions. Principal, Christy Fiori Team Leader, Pamela Guidi Team Leader, Hillary Croissant. Agenda. Mission/vision of campus Communication Daily life Leadership opportunities

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Melissa Ridge Intermediate Parent Information Night for Incoming 4th Graders

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  1. Melissa Ridge Intermediate Parent Information Night for Incoming 4th Graders April 10, 2012

  2. Introductions

    Principal, Christy Fiori Team Leader, Pamela Guidi Team Leader, Hillary Croissant

  3. Agenda

    Mission/vision of campus Communication Daily life Leadership opportunities Volunteer opportunities Parent workshops Registration process
  4. Mission/Vision Vision: Guiding Students to discover their upmost potential Mission: We will develop tomorrow’s leaders by providing an exemplary education which cultivates independent thought, builds character, and empowers students to impact their community.
  5. Communication Monthly Cardinal Connection E-Newsletter Grade Level Newsletters Skyward Email Wednesday Folders Student Planners Campus & Teacher Websites Annual Parent Survey Report Cards/Progress Reports Portfolio Conferencing & EOY Celebration Curriculum Night Parent Information Night Marquee Cardinal Connection Nights Phone calls are always welcome!
  6. Daily Life Arrival begins at 7:30a.m. Students are dropped off by crosswalk in carpool lane Students proceed to the cafeteria (breakfast is offered) Students are escorted to their classrooms at 7:50 a.m. Tardy Bell rings at 7:55 a.m. Lunch: 4th Grade 11:10 a.m. (subject to change) Dismissal 3:10 p.m. Carpool line begins in front of the Competition Gym Buses pick students up in front of the MRI Building Walkers/Bike Riders meet at the crosswalk to be escorted across the street
  7. Daily Life Schedules 4th Graders rotate between two core teachers: Humanities (Reading, Writing, and Social Studies), & Engineering Students receive specials daily for a minimum of 45 minutes Physical Education- 3 times per week Music- 1 time per week Art- 1 time per week
  8. Report Cards & Portfolios Report Cards are sent home through Wednesday Folders each 9 weeks & Progress Reports on the 5th week. Portfolios are used in all classes to promote student reflection and growth. Students are graded on the following scale: A=90-100 B=80-89 C=70-79 F= 69 and Below
  9. Special Programs The following programs are implemented on our campus for students that are eligible: Gifted and Talented English as a Second Language (ESL) Special Education Dyslexia 504
  10. Leadership Opportunities S.O.A.R- Students Organized to Achieve Results Student Council Safety Patrol Engineering Club Kids Inquiry Conference (KIC) Caught Being a Leader Program Student Incentives Cardinal Talk Crew Community Service: Pennies for Patients, Recycling program, etc.
  11. Huddle Time for celebration, recognizing student achievements, and promoting school spirit Held once per month S.O.A.R students help lead Parents are always welcome to attend Held in the Multi-Purpose Building Gym
  12. Volunteer Opportunities for Parents Office Lunch Coverage Field Day Melissa Ridge Race Day Library Support Mentoring Students Classroom Support Kids Inquiry Conference (KIC) Field Trips Picture Day Registration And others!
  13. Parent Workshops Cardinal Connection Nights Purpose: to help establish a strong partnership between school and parents Held three times per year Topics are based on parent & campus needs
  14. Registration Process Dates/Location August 6th & 8th from 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. August 7th & 9th from 3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Registration will take place in the MRI Office Please bring… Completed 2012-2013 Registration Forms (available to download on our website as of April 30th) Copy of current utility bill School Supplies… Order forms will be sent home March 21st Supply list will be on the website by March 21st Deadline to order through EPI is May 18th Order forms should be turned into the MRI Office Planners will be purchased in the MRI office during Registration, Meet the Teacher, or First Week of School. The cost is $4.00
  15. Next time Shared with MMS Map available School supply list available Crosswalk Arrival and dismissal 4th-6th grades on campus Tour Field Trip Meet the teacher Night Sign pointing to where the meeting is held; SOAR kids or student council out at carpool lane Cardinal talk video? Tour of website My business card available
  16. Questions? Contact the MRI Office at 972-837-4530 Email Mrs. Fiori at cfiori@melissaisd.org Thank you for coming!
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