Hayes Elementary

Sunday, April 2, 2017

Look ahead for April 3, 2017

Notes from Mr. Ross:

In my opinion there is no better time of year than the first few weeks in April.
Right now kids ages seven to 15 are competing in the Drive, Chip and Putt contest at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia. The Drive, Chip and Putt contest marks the opening of The Masters Golf Tournament where the best golfers in the world compete for a green jacket and anyone who plays the game longs to see before they die.
Today marks the Opening Day for the 2017 MLB season. Few things in life are better than attending an opening day game at a Major League stadium. The sounds, smells, food, cold beer and overall optimism that "this could be the year" makes for an unforgettable experience and one everyone should experience.
North Carolina and Gonzaga will play for the NCAA men's basketball championship. (Thanks Kansas for wrecking my bracket. You did it to me again!) The Mississippi State woman's basketball team pulled a HUGE upset over the Connecticut women's basketball team and will play South Carolina for the Woman's basketball championship.
Easter is but a few short days away. (This one will be extra special for me as it will be the first that my son hunts Easter Eggs.) Easter is a time where everyone can take pause and remember that we have a new beginning and forgiveness promised. Who hasn't grown up watching Charlton Heston as Moses in The Ten Commandments on NBC?
April also means "Testing." A word, or phrase if you put a sentence enhancer in front of it, that is often met with negativity and the opinion of "it's horrible what we do to these kiddos." I tend to think it's an opportunity for all of the school's stake holders to show the state education department how well our kiddos can do despite the lack of resources and support. So here's our moment as Hayes Cardinals, our moment to shine. All of the hard work, sweat, blood and sometimes tears has come to this moment... How will we and our kids respond? How will we act for the next few weeks to show that we care about our kids, our school and our co-workers? Will we yell our kids into believing they can do it? Does a quiet/ compliant classroom mean that our kids are ready? Time is precious now. How we treat our kids can make a HUGE difference in how they perform for us in the coming weeks. As a coach I was reminded everyday that effort and belief ALWAYS beats talent. This same can be said as I am now a principal. Please remember you catch more flies with honey as we ask these students to compete on the academic playing field.

Oklahoma State Blueprints:

OAS-ELA Standards: OAS ELA

OAS-Math Standards: OAS Math

OAS-Math Blueprints: Math Blueprints

OAS-Science Standards: OAS Science

Generic Morning Announcement:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6dAG5eWCok&feature=youtu.be

Teacher Handbook:

Handbook

Math Vocabulary Word Walls:

Word Walls

EM 3 Resources

RTI:

RTI

Hayes Elementary Master Schedule 2016-2017:

Master Schedule 16 - 17

Mastery Connect:

okcps.masteryconnect.com

Star360 logins:

Student Login: http://10.3.110.92/rploginstudent/

Username: FirstName.LastName (this is their single sign on login information used for computers)

Password: XStudentID#

Teacher Login: http://10.3.110.92/rploginstaff/

Once the student has successfully logged on, they will then select either STAR Early Literacy (K-1), STAR Reading (2-6) or STAR Math (2-6). After selecting an assessment, the student will need to select the class labeled reading. The student will then proceed with the pre-test. Once the student has completed the pre-test, a box will pop-up asking for a monitor password to advance to the real assessment portion. Please note that the student will select the class labeled reading for both STAR Math and STAR Reading after they select the designated assessment from their dashboard.

Admin/Specialist Login: https://hosted58.renlearn.com/217454/

Videos Worth Watching:

Articles Worth Reading:

"Should I Stay or Should I Go?" - via @SPSheehan

The Vulnerability of Learning - via @conprin

Why Leaders Should View Themselves as Servants - via @entrepeneur

It’s Time to Rethink How We Are Educating Our Children - via @futurism

6 Teaching Strategies To Promote Deeper Learning - via @teachthought

Raising The Snapchat And Instagram Generation - via @fastcompany

5 Barriers to Innovation (and How We Can Move Past Them) #IMMOOC - via @KatieMTLC

37 Inspiring Quotes to Get You Through Even the Toughest Day - via @Inc

Study: A Teacher's Encouragement Gives Students a Lasting Boost - via @educationweek

Keep Moving Forward - via @emmytbots

Empathy in Action: How Teachers Prepare Future Citizens - via @edutopia

Six Ways to Improve High School Graduation Rates - via @educationweek

How Adding Math to a Child’s Home Routine Can Advance Achievement - via @MindshiftKQED

Who Needs Charters When You Have Public Schools Like These? - via @nytimes

Collaboration Isn't New, But It Doesn't Mean You're Doing It Right - via @educationweek

Weekly Specials Schedule: Blue Week

Weekly Look Ahead: ***For staff only***

Monday April 3, 2017 - Normal School Day, 1 IEP; Wings Flight Club after school; Boy Scouts after school; Third Quarter Awards Assembly at 2:00pm in the Gym.

***Light it up BLUE! - Please wear blue tomorrow to support Autism Awareness Day!

Tuesday April 4, 2017 - Day 1 OCCT third grade reading test; 1 IEP meeting

***80's Day - Bust our your LA Gear, Members Only Jackets and roll back to a time where Donald Trump was cool

Wednesday April 5, 2017 - Day 2 OCCT third grade reading test; Day 1 OCCT fifth grade reading test; Mr. Ross at Camelot (1:00pm) for staffing update; Wings Flight Club after school

***College day - Rep. your college or university gear. Go Rams, go Texans!

Thursday April 6, 2017 - Day 2 OCCT fifth grade reading test; Title one committee meeting in the library at 3:30pm

***Thankful for Hayes Elementary - Wear Hayes T-shirt

Friday April 7, 2017 - Day 3 OCCT fifth grade reading test; Dollar Dress Your Way; Wings Flight Club after school; 1 IEP meeting

***Miss-matched madness! - Where some stripes with some plaid; rock blacks and browns together, wear white after Labor Day, go crazy!.

Sunday, March 26, 2017

Look ahead for March 27, 2017

Notes from Mr. Ross:

Are the OCCT exams important for Hayes Elementary and OKCPS? The answer takes me back to my coaching days in Texas; IF THEY KEEP SCORE, THEN IT COUNTS. The OCCT exams are the "game" in which we are being held accountable by the State of Oklahoma. Just one example is when people go to look to buy a home. One of the first things people look at in a potential house is the neighborhood school. A school's success drives, in part, the home's price, the desire of the neighborhood, and the greater community in general. If you don't believe me just pull up a real estate listing and on the first page you will see what elementary, middle, high school and school district a house feeds into. It's right there next to the overall price and taxes for the property. Why would Realtors put what school and district a home feeds into if it didn't matter how well the school and district are performing? Whether you like it or hate it, whether you find high stakes testing valid or invalid, the numbers indicate that these exams are important part of what we do as educators. Yes, the OCCT exams matter to Hayes Elementary, it's staff, community and all stake holders.

In order for Hayes to continue it's journey towards becoming a high performing school we must continue to push our culture of high expectations, time on task approach, parents as partners and professional collaboration between staff members. All of our beliefs will be tested in six school days when our students begin the OCCT exams. Focus on what's right and "don't stop until you hear the whistle." Every second counts, including the next few weeks of instruction for your students.

Oklahoma State Blueprints:

OAS-ELA Standards: OAS ELA

OAS-Math Standards: OAS Math

OAS-Math Blueprints: Math Blueprints

OAS-Science Standards: OAS Science

Generic Morning Announcement:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6dAG5eWCok&feature=youtu.be

Everyday Math Codes:

1st Grade EDM Codes

2nd Grade EDM Codes

3rd Grade EDM Codes

4th Grade EDM Codes

5th Grade EDM Codes

EDM Online Activation

GAME ON! Powerpoint:

Game On!

Teacher Handbook:

Handbook

Math Vocabulary Word Walls:

Word Walls

EM 3 Resources

RTI:

RTI

Hayes Elementary Master Schedule 2016-2017:

Master Schedule 16 - 17

Mastery Connect:

okcps.masteryconnect.com

Star360 logins:

Student Login: http://10.3.110.92/rploginstudent/

Username: FirstName.LastName (this is their single sign on login information used for computers)

Password: XStudentID#

Teacher Login: http://10.3.110.92/rploginstaff/

Once the student has successfully logged on, they will then select either STAR Early Literacy (K-1), STAR Reading (2-6) or STAR Math (2-6). After selecting an assessment, the student will need to select the class labeled reading. The student will then proceed with the pre-test. Once the student has completed the pre-test, a box will pop-up asking for a monitor password to advance to the real assessment portion. Please note that the student will select the class labeled reading for both STAR Math and STAR Reading after they select the designated assessment from their dashboard.

Admin/Specialist Login: https://hosted58.renlearn.com/217454/

Videos Worth Watching:

Articles Worth Reading:

Five Ways to Support Your Local Public Schools - via @HuffingtonPost

The Paralysis of Fear - via @gcouros

Updating Your Teaching To Something Messier - via @teachthought

Learning is the Reward - via @E_sheninger

8 Tips For Integrating Pop Culture In The Classroom - via @teachthought

The Sour Sixteen of Education Buzzwords - via @edgeblogger

Fake News Isn't New - via @educationweek

This World Needs More School Teachers - via @MrsVestAP

ONE SHOT...My Ode to Eminem - via @jeffreykubiak

Listening to the Eyes - via @edgeblogger

Why Kids Shouldn’t Sit Still in Class - via @nytimes

All the Battle - via @okeducationtruths

The Elephant In The (Staff) Room - Why We Need To Talk About Teacher Wellbeing - via @HuffingtonPost

Weekly Specials Schedule: White week

Weekly Look Ahead: ***For staff only***

Monday March 27, 2017 - Normal School Day, 3 IEP meetings, Spring Title one visit; Wings Flight Club after school; Boy Scouts after school

***I hope your Monday feels short! - Wear Shorts

Tuesday March 28, 2017 - Normal School Day; 4 IEP meetings; Faculty Meeting after school

***T-shirt and Tennis Shoes Tuesday - Duh!

Wednesday March 29, 2017 - Normal school day; RSA meeting for Mr. Ross at Camelot (8:00am); 2 IEP meetings; Wings Flight Club after school; Raccoon Bandit Celebration (Extra time at Recess and ?; weather dependent)

***We've almost made it Wednesday - Wear "comfie" clothes

Thursday March 31, 2017 - Normal School Day; Spirit Day; 1 IEP meeting; Title One meeting after school for title one committee (3:30pm in the library)

***Thankful for Hayes Elementary - Wear Hayes T-shirt

Friday March 31, 2017 - Dollar Dress Your Way; Wings Flight Club after school

***Flipping for Friday - Wear your favorite pair of flip flops

Sunday, February 26, 2017

Look ahead for February 27, 2017

Notes from Mr. Ross:

The fact that it's been over a month since I've sent one of these is... disappointing.

Let's have a great week this week. Be on the look out for an increase in behaviors and not just because of spring break fever. Many of our kids will not have a steady meal or any consistency for the those two weeks. Some will come to intersession for no other reason than to keep routines and consistency in their lives. Some just like coming to school. Cherish your time with these students, even the ones who drive you nuts, as our time with them is short and fleeting. Be the difference in these students lives.

Dr. Seuss Week/ Read Across America Week is this week. Have fun, cut loose and participate.

Monday: Cat in the HAT DAY
Tuesday: Fox in SOCKS Day
Wednesday: Mismatched clothes (I have NO idea on the connection to Seuss)
Thursday: GREEN eggs and ham DAY (Wear green)
Friday: Read, White and Blue day (Cat in the Hat)

Oklahoma State Blueprints:

OAS-ELA Standards: OAS ELA

OAS-Math Standards: OAS Math

OAS-Math Blueprints: Math Blueprints

OAS-Science Standards: OAS Science

Generic Morning Announcement:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6dAG5eWCok&feature=youtu.be

Videos Worth Watching:

Boy Teased For Wearing Fila Shoes Drops Knowledge In Response- via @teachthought

This Commercial Represents a Huge Instructional Leadership Problem - via @RossCoops31

Articles Worth Reading:

Why Social and Emotional Skills Are Vital to Keep At-Risk Students on Track - via @MindshiftKQED

Keep Flunking the Little Brats! - via @edgeblogger

Dismal Voucher Results Surprise Researchers as DeVos Era Begins - via @nytimes

The boogers of public policy: Where to put them? - via @drjohnthompson

Anchor Charts 101: Why and How to Use Them, Plus 100s of Ideas - via @WeAreTeachers

27 Simple Ways To Check For Understanding - via @teachthought

We’re cutting again; Now it’s #yourturn - via @okeducation

Changing Course - via @BlueCerealEduc

Enough of That Already! - via @edgeblogger

The 8 Minutes That Matter Most - via @edutopia

Want to be a better parent? Start by understanding your values. - via @lifehacks4kids

Weekly Specials Schedule: BLUE WEEK

Weekly Look Ahead: Doctor Seuss Week this week!

Monday February 27, 2017 - Normal School Day, 1 IEP

Tuesday February 28, 2017 - Normal School Day; 3 IEP meetings; No Faculty Meeting; Intersession prep. at Hayes Elementary after school. (3:30pm to 5:00pm) Staff working intersession are asked to come after school and prepare for next week. (This will earn a snow day make up.)

Wednesday March 1, 2017 - Normal school day

Thursday March 2, 2017 - Normal School Day; 1st and 2nd grade musical @ 2:30pm and 6:00pm; OKCPS job fair @ John Marshall High School (4:00pm - 7:00pm)

Friday March 3, 2017 - Spring Break Begins!!!!!!!!

Sunday, January 22, 2017

Look ahead for January 23, 2017

Notes from Mr. Ross:

There are lots of great things going on at Hayes Elementary. I appreciate everyone helping out, coming together and making sure that we give our students and school the best opportunity to be successful.

- January 31st is the 100th day of school. Start prepping for that day of celebrations.

- February 9th and 10th are parent conferences. Make sure that our Green folders, APP forms, and grades are UP TO DATE and ready to go. I will share some good news about this in the very near future.

- February 13th: Professional Development at Hayes. We will be merging with a few schools and doing an EdCamp that day. More information on that coming soon!

- Intersession is a GO! ALL FIVE DAYS! I have asked my bosses to reconsider and make Hayes a host site but as of right now we will be at Cesar Chavez Elementary right up the road.

Keep working with our kids, show up for work ready to go and make darn sure that we are doing what's best for them and not what's easy for us the adults. I appreciate each and everyone one of you guys. You all are a big part of the success at Hayes. I ready to see us take the next step.

One final note, please keep Ms. Ingersoll and Ms. Wolfe in your thoughts are prayers.

Oklahoma State Blueprints:

OAS-ELA Standards: OAS ELA

OAS-Math Standards: OAS Math

OAS-Math Blueprints: Math Blueprints

OAS-Science Standards: OAS Science

Generic Morning Announcement:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6dAG5eWCok&feature=youtu.be

Videos Worth Watching:

How to find the volume of a cube - via @teachertube

Articles Worth Reading:

5 Things I Learned Going From Teaching Middle School to Elementary - via @WeAreTeachers

Split Responses to Betsy DeVos' Testimony After Testy Confirmation Hearing - via @educationweek

Why Is Public Education Always Fighting an Uphill Battle? - via @educationweek

Why Social and Emotional Skills Are Vital to Keep At-Risk Students on Track - via @MindshiftKQED

How Technology Can Address Maslow’s Hierarchy Of Needs - via @TeachThought

Senate Education Committee Delays Vote on Betsy DeVos' Nomination - via @educationweek

Shifting the Grading Mindset Starts With Our Words - via @educationweek

When You Start Saying These 3 Things to Yourself, It’s Time for a Change - via @successmagazine

The Best Ways to Build Strong Early Reading Skills - via @HuffingtonPost

Weekly Specials Schedule: RED WEEK

Weekly Look Ahead: Pasta for pennies this week! Winning class gets a pasta party from Olive Garden.

Monday January 23, 2017 - Normal School Day, 1 IEP; Stampede celebration @ 2:45pm

Tuesday January 24, 2017 - Normal School Day; 2 IEP meetings; OKCPS teacher for a day event, we WILL have a city councilman at Hayes. FRIDAY RED WEEK SCHEDULE Raccoon Bandit celebration @ 2:45pm; Faculty Meeting after school!!

Wednesday January 25, 2017 - Normal school day; comprehensive reading exams in grades 1-6 (Part 1); Lockdown Drill @ 8:30am (Level 2 lock down)

Thursday January 26, 2017 - Normal School Day; Mr. Ross to a ANOTHER principal's meeting; comprehensive reading exams in grades 1-6 (Part 2) Fire Drill @ 3:05pm

Friday January 27, 2017 - Dollar Day Dress Your Way! TUESDAY VERTICAL TEAMING SCHEDULE vertical team meetings during planning.

Monday, January 16, 2017

Look ahead for January 16th, 2017

Notes from Mr. Ross:

The only time we grow or get better professionally is when you hit that point of wanting to quit and you keep going instead. Strength is not given to you or acquired casually. Strength is forged in the fires of your soul.

Please continue to keep Ms. Wolfe and Ms. Ingersol in your thoughts and prayers as they continue to recover.

Oklahoma State Blueprints:

OAS-ELA Standards: OAS ELA

OAS-Math Standards: OAS Math

OAS-Math Blueprints: Math Blueprints

OAS-Science Standards: OAS Science

Generic Morning Announcement:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6dAG5eWCok&feature=youtu.be

Videos Worth Watching:

The Story of Martin Luther King Jr. by Kid President - via @SoulPancake

Martin Luther King Jr. Story Read by LeVar Burton - Reading Rainbow Story Time

Articles Worth Reading:

Why Kids Need Recess - via @TheAtlantic

How to Make IEP Meetings More Effective - via @edutopia

Resources for Martin Luther King Jr. Day - via @edutopia

Obama's Legacy for Education Policy - via @educationweek

Why the racist history of school vouchers matters today - via @thinkprogress

Classroom Resources for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - via @NEAToday

5 Tips for Teaching the Tough Kids - via @edutopia

Relationships Are Everything - via @E_Scheninger

Time to Eliminate 3rd Grade Retention - via @edgeblogger

I Wish I Didn’t Want to be a Teacher - via @erintaylorgreen

What You Need to Know About Preventing Burnout - via @entrepreneur

Weekly Specials Schedule: Blue Week

Weekly Look Ahead:

Monday January 16, 2017 - MLK Holiday

Tuesday January 17, 2017 - Normal School Day; 2 IEP meetings; Mathematics teachers are asked to complete the benchmark assessments ***Wednesday Blue Week Schedule***

Wednesday January 18, 2017 - ***Tuesday Vertical Teaming Schedule*** Vertical team meetings during planning.

Thursday January 19, 2017 - Normal School Day; Mr. Ross to a principal's meeting; 2nd quarter award ceremony make up. 2:00pm in the gymnasium.

Friday January 20, 2017 - Dollar Day Dress Your Way! Inauguration day. I would like our 3-6 grade students to watch the peaceful transition of power that takes place every four/eight years in this country. I don't think we watch the gentleman's speech, just the transition of power from President Obama to Mr. Trump. I will put a projector in the cafeteria and we can have grades 3-6 come to the cafeteria to watch.

Sunday, January 8, 2017

Look ahead for January 9, 2017

Notes from Mr. Ross:

If you think you are beaten, you are.
If you think you dare not, you don't!
If you like to win, but think you can't,
It's almost a cinch you won't.
If you think you'll lose, you're lost,
for out in the world we find,
success begins with a fellow's will;
It's all in the state of mind.
If you think you are outclassed, you are,
you've got to think high to rise,
you've got to be sure of yourself before
you can ever win a prize.
Life's battles don't always go
to the stronger or faster man.
But sooner or later, the man who wins,
is the man who THINKS HE CAN.

Let's have a good week. Every second counts.

Oklahoma State Blueprints:

OAS-ELA Standards: OAS ELA

OAS-Math Standards: OAS Math

OAS-Math Blueprints: Math Blueprints

OAS-Science Standards: OAS Science

Generic Morning Announcement:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6dAG5eWCok&feature=youtu.be

Videos Worth Watching:

Brain Pop for MLK Day - via @brainpop

THE PEOPLE VS THE SCHOOL SYSTEM - via @PrinceEa

Articles Worth Reading:

A New Definition of Rigor - via @edutopia

Balancing Parenting and Educator Responsibilities - via @educationweek

Why the Best Leaders Lose Great Employees - via @HubSpot

Happy New Year 2017 - via @PrincipalHowell

11 hilarious naysayers who criticized the first iPhone 10 years ago - via @Timeline_Now - VERY INTERESTING READ.

End of the Day: Teachers Outside of School - via @ScholasticTeach

What my kids have learned from going to an “F” school! - via @

Weekly Specials Schedule: White Week

Weekly Look Ahead:

Monday January 9, 2017 - Normal School Day. (F&P window opens)

Tuesday January 10, 2017 - Normal School Day; 2 IEP meetings; Video during vertical teaming. NO faculty meeting after school.

Wednesday January 11, 2017 - Normal School Day

Thursday January 12, 2017 - Grades 1-6 mathematics benchmark exam (comprehensive)

Friday January 13, 2017 - Dollar Day Dress Your Way! Grade level meetings during planning to go over benchmark results. 2nd quarter awards ceremony in the cafeteria at 9:00AM (5th grade meeting will take place later in the day)

Monday, January 2, 2017

Look ahead for January 3, 2017

Notes from Mr. Ross:

Welcome back! I hope everyone had a great holiday season. Am I the only one who comes back from break a little heavier on the scale but lighter in the wallet?

First and foremost remember to go over you routines and procedures the first few days we are back at school. That includes the hallways, restrooms, lunch rooms, library, music, your classroom and dismissal. Give your students some extra time to get back into the swing of things as they've had a vacation as well. Start of the second semester on a positive note.

Be ready for the annual addition of move in's to Hayes Elementary. We always have an increase of students this time of year... Have a welcome classroom and keep an eye out for any concerning behavior.

***Remember that the second set of exemplars for math are due and need to be input into Mastery Connect. We will go through those exemplars on Thursday during planning time.

***Report cards go home this week as well. I will send out an email letting you know the specific dates, etc...

*** January 9th starts our next round of F and P assessments.

*** We will have the second quarter awards assembly NEXT week at 9:00am. Ms. Seybolt has a form for you to fill out for your students. Those forms are due to Ms. Hunter NO LATER than Friday January 6th.

Make sure that you are teaching on your feet. Set the tone for the next 12 weeks as they will make or break Hayes Elementary. NOW is the time... instruct, engage, and ensure your kids are learning.

Oklahoma State Blueprints:

OAS-ELA Standards: OAS ELA

OAS-Math Standards: OAS Math

OAS-Math Blueprints: Math Blueprints

OAS-Science Standards: OAS Science

Generic Morning Announcement:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6dAG5eWCok&feature=youtu.be

Videos Worth Watching:

Linda Liukas: A delightful way to teach kids about computers - via @TEDTalks

Articles Worth Reading:

A Vision for the “4 Non-Negotiables for All Schools” - via @gcouros

Is the emphasis in your school on punishment and compliance or autonomy and dignity? - via @mcleod

Flawed system gave some Indiana teachers $2,400 bonuses — while others got $42 - via @washingtonpost

How to Stop Yelling at Your Students - via @cultofpedagogy

The Danger of Teacher Nostalgia - via @cultofpedagogy

70 books to make you feel hopeful: An end-of-year reading list - via @TEDTalks

School superintendent: Proposed Oklahoma report card plan likely to close "achievement gap" - via @newsok

Weekly Specials Schedule: Red Week

Weekly Look Ahead:

Monday January 2, 2017 - Holiday!

Tuesday January 3, 2017 - Normal School Day; 1 IEP meetings; Faculty and Learner First Meeting after school - It'll be quick!!!

Wednesday January 4, 2017 - Normal School Day

Thursday January 5, 2017 - Grade level meetings during planning time.

Friday January 6, 2017 - Dollar Day Dress Your Way! Students pay a dollar and are allowed to wear school appropriate clothing to school; OCCHD Health Fair @ Hayes (grades 4-6)