Shout Out
Shout out to Amanda Quimby, she went and checked to see if Gabby's bus was there at the end of the day while she was in an escort. It may seem like something small but it made a HUGE difference in our afternoon. Thanks!
Shout out to Erin Moylan, on her way out of the building she stood at a distance and discretely asked if we needed help. This was really appreciated during a difficult situation! Thanks!
Shout out to our K2 team of teachers and paraprofessionals for working collaboratively with students to help them bring their ideas to life for the Our Boston project. K2 students received a letter from the mayor asking what constructions they think would make Boston a fairer and more interesting place for children. Each classroom had their own ideas and used the design process to envision, research, plan, and execute their vision. Today they did a gallery walk and shared their opinions about each project with one another.
PARCC
It is important that ALL teachers check the PARCC schedule for all testing days, regardless of whether or not their students are testing. We made many changes to the K-5 schedule to accommodate the students who are testing, so your specialty time may have changed.Here is the PARCC Draft Schedule for May as well as the small groups including the adults and location for grades 3-5 & grades 6-8. Please review ASAP. We will need "All Hands On Deck" during this testing window. All PARCC questions/comments should be sent to David Diaz & Laurie Ciardi.Here are the Rules & Suggestions for the testing window. Each teacher should read this ASAP and reach out to Mr. Diaz with questions.
Here are some videos created by Alissa Ferro to support her students in taking PARCC. Please use if you think it is helpful! Thanks for sharing Alissa.
Here is a Tech Trick graphic organizer created by Craig Melzer to support students in navigating an online test. Please use if you find this helpful for your students. Thanks for sharing Craig!
PARCC Update Teacher grades 3-5
As we are moving closer to the testing date, I am going to start sharing more information with you regarding PARCC. I know that there is a lot of information out there but I am checking with Mark Racine the District's Director of Technology regularly to make sure that you have all the necessary information. Please take time to revise the following documents :
5 Steps to Preparing you School for the PARCC Assessments
- Familiarize yourself with the changes from paper-based to online assessments. Compare traditional question types to online assessments using this question mapping tool for elementary students and middle-school students.
- Give staff & students a practice test in the testing platform. Visit the PARCC Practice Test site to take samples for ELA or Math
- Familiarize staff & students with accessibility and accommodation features. View the full accessibility manual here or take a practice test using large print, TTS, accommodated screen reader, ASL, or Braille versions by visiting the practice test page.
- Prepare students by walking them through the PARCC tutorial prior to the actual assessment. Visit TestNav tutorial page to practice in the TestNav app.
- Encourage students to practice typing at home and at school. Visit the Typing page to find free typing resources for elementary or middle grades.
- Please note for step 4, students should be able to log on the TestNav app (located on the lower side corner) using the Chrome books. Students do not need a password and they are able to see their scores when they complete the practice test. The links work best with Safari and Firefox.
Middle School Quarter 3 Grades
Just a reminder that 3rd term grading window closes on 4/27/16 at 11:59 pm. Please do not forget to click Post Grades and if you need any assistance please see Ms. Jackson.
Staff Curley Cares Awards
During our next whole school PD on Thursday, April 28, staff members will once again have the opportunity to recognize their colleagues by giving Curley Shares awards. This is your chance to recognize and thank one another for contributions (both big and small) that demonstrate caring and support for each other, our students, and our school. So, take a minute to think about the people you work with each day and then show your appreciation by filling out the form to give a staff Curley Shares award. Submissions are due by 4:00pm Wednesday, April 27, 2016
ILT
ILT will take place this week on Wednesday from 3:00pm-4:15pm in room 111. All are welcome to attend.
Curley Cares
If you know about a staff member who is out on a leave of absence, lost a family member, had a baby or recently got married please contact Candida Mundo. We want to make sure all staff know that we are supportive of them in times of happiness or sadness.
Staff Share (PD for ALL Teachers & Paras)
Our next staff share will take place on Thursday, April 28th from 3pm-4pm in the auditorium. ALL paras and teachers are required to attend per BTU contract and need to bring a marker with them. We will be reflecting as a staff on this school year and seeking your feedback in order to help us further plan for next school year. Some topics we would like you to think about in advance are:
- Communication (from admin, from teams)
- Staff Shares
- Student Shares
- Big/Little Buddies
- Climate Initiatives (Smile and Say Hello, Go-Flush-Wash-Leave, Bulletin Boards)
- Lunch
- Recess
- CPT
- Instructional Focus
- Cognitively Demanding Tasks
- WIN Block
- Professional Development Topics
- Technology
- One thing you love about working at this school?
- What is one thing that could make your experience working at the Curley even better?
Field Trips
Spring is here and many classes are signed up for field trips in the coming weeks. Please do not forget to give the nurse's office and cafeteria staff 2 weeks notice for any field trips.Parking Lot
Today several staff were blocking in cars in the Lower School Parking Lot. This is a friendly reminder that we should never block in others in the lot. Also some cars have parked along the driveway entrance at the Lower School Lot and this is also not allowed. Last week an emergency vehicle was unable to pull into the parking lot. We need make every effort to clear spaces for cars to enter and exit. Also it is now April and street cleaning has begun! Here is the link the see which weeks our abutting streets get cleaned http://www.cityofboston.gov/publicworks/sweeping/?streetname=MORAINEDental Hygienist
The dental hygienists will be here starting Wed. April 27th to see the students with signed permission slips. Please contact Marilynn Regan with any questions.
Plant Sale
Don’t let the snow get you down. Spring is just around the corner: The 16th Annual Curley Plant and Bake Sale is April 30th! This much loved event is the Curley’s longest running fundraiser. If you are interested in helping, please email Kristin Jurkoic at kjurkoic@yahoo.com. Green thumbs are not necessary.
Doors Propped Open
Twice this week doors were found propped open. Staff immediately reported this to the main office. We would like to remind everyone that no doors should be propped open and if you find a door propped please closes it and then report to the main office. ThanksLGBTQ Picnic
The Curley K-8 School will be hosting our first LGBTQ Picnic for families, faculty and allies. Please join us, bring your friends, spread the word, open to all BPS. More information to follow. Please contact Leida Arroyo (LARROYO@BOSTONPUBLICSCHOOLS.ORG) or Sue Trotz for more information
> Date: Thursday May 19, Place: Curley Play area. Rain date:Thursday May 26 : Time 6:00 pm. Members of City Year will help with activities for the children. (BRING YOUR OWN PICNIC).
SAVE THE DATE!!!!
Reserve the date, Mark your Calendar, Let's Celebrate - End-of-the-year celebration and retirement party
Thursday, June 9, 2016
5:00-10:00 p.m.
The Florian Hall
55 Hallet Street, Dorchester, MA 02124
Buffet, Music, Surprises
More information in the coming weeks
Curley Cares Funds Committee
