A message from our Art Specialist Ms. Stephenson:
January 21-28 the Banks Road Art Room will host artist Bryant Holsenbeck for this year's Artist in Residency program. Together, Bryant and the students will create random weave forms that will become a beautiful new art instillation for our school.
A few volunteers would be very helpful, especially during the morning sessions with the younger students. The morning volunteer hours are from 9:15-12:00 and the afternoon hours are from 1:00-3:45. If you would like to work for the whole day, feel free to sign up for both the morning and afternoon sessions.
To volunteer:
1. Use the following link to find our sign-up genius and sign-up for your desired time slot. http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094BAAA82FA75-weaving
2. Make sure you have registered to be a volunteer in Wake County and have been approved. This can be done on Mondays in the computer lab at Banks Road.
To learn more about Bryant Holesnback click here: http://www.bryantholsenbeck.com
Monday, January 6, 2014
mClass Reading Progress Reports Coming Home
Trailblazer,
Previously I have shared information on our new statewide reading assessment program mClass. The mClass diagnostic system is being used by all teachers here at BRES, district and throughout the state of North Carolina. Timely and accurate reporting of students progress is important to us. In addition to report cards and parent conferences you will receive a parent home connection letter. This letter will contain valuable information about your child's reading progress. Please be on the "lookout" for these letters to come home in your child's folder in the near future. Please do not hesitate to call the school should you have any questions. Thank you, Mrs. Graf
Dates for letters to go home:
Track 1: January 17
Tracks 2 and 3: January 24
Track 4: February 14
Previously I have shared information on our new statewide reading assessment program mClass. The mClass diagnostic system is being used by all teachers here at BRES, district and throughout the state of North Carolina. Timely and accurate reporting of students progress is important to us. In addition to report cards and parent conferences you will receive a parent home connection letter. This letter will contain valuable information about your child's reading progress. Please be on the "lookout" for these letters to come home in your child's folder in the near future. Please do not hesitate to call the school should you have any questions. Thank you, Mrs. Graf
Dates for letters to go home:
Track 1: January 17
Tracks 2 and 3: January 24
Track 4: February 14
Parents Are Connected Night is January 9, 2013
Please join us on Thursday, January 9th from 6:00-7:15 PM for an exciting evening on “Educating, Empowering, Engaging” your children with reading! Grade level pairs will be presenting strategies, tools, and take-aways that you can use to support your children with literacy at home. In addition, there will be an LEP Parent Academy focused on how to support your child with homework and reading in Spanish! Children will get to attend a popcorn and dance party while their parents are learning!!
Parents Guide to New Test Scores
Trailblazers,
I am receiving questions about the 2012-13 EOG scores. I wanted to resend out the information below.
New EOC and EOG test scores
In the spring of 2013, students took new tests based on the new, more rigorous standard under the Common Core State Standards and N.C. Essential Standards.
The new tests tell us how well students are learning under the new standards. With the new standards, students are being asked to learn more, and at earlier ages. Typically, when new tests are introduced and standards for learning are raised, a change in scores is expected.
It is important to note that a change in scores does not necessarily reflect a change in students' academic progress. Students continued to grow academically in 2012-13. These new scores simply mean that we are expecting students to reach higher levels of learning than ever before.
Family resources
Watch a video about the move to more rigorous standards and assessments >
Tips on talking to your student about the new test scores >
Visit NCDPI's website to view scores by district or to download sample test questions >
I am receiving questions about the 2012-13 EOG scores. I wanted to resend out the information below.
New EOC and EOG test scores
In the spring of 2013, students took new tests based on the new, more rigorous standard under the Common Core State Standards and N.C. Essential Standards.
The new tests tell us how well students are learning under the new standards. With the new standards, students are being asked to learn more, and at earlier ages. Typically, when new tests are introduced and standards for learning are raised, a change in scores is expected.
It is important to note that a change in scores does not necessarily reflect a change in students' academic progress. Students continued to grow academically in 2012-13. These new scores simply mean that we are expecting students to reach higher levels of learning than ever before.
Family resources
Watch a video about the move to more rigorous standards and assessments >
Tips on talking to your student about the new test scores >
Visit NCDPI's website to view scores by district or to download sample test questions >
Kindergarten Enrollment Information for 2014-2015
New student and kindergarten enrollment for the 2014-15 school year begins Jan. 13, 2014. To be eligible for kindergarten, students must be five years old on or before Aug. 31, 2014.
Where to enroll your student
The base school assigned to your address
Use the address lookup tool to view your base school. Our school directory provides contact information, highlights, bus routes and test results for each school.
The Center for International Enrollment
For children whose primary language is not English
Crossroads 1, 5625 Dillard Drive, Cary, NC 27518
What you need to enroll
Completed enrollment forms
A certified copy of your child's birth certificate
Proof of your Wake County address (current water, gas, or electric bill in parent's name, new signed lease, or offer to purchase agreement)
A photo ID of the parent or guardian
Your child's immunization record
Any custody documents
Change of address and re-enrollment Families with a change of address can remain at their current school if they provide their own transportation or can enroll in the base school for the family’s new address. If you are re-enrolling or have moved within Wake County, you will need:
Completed enrollment forms
A photo ID of the parent or guardian
Proof of your Wake County address (current water, gas, or electric bill in parent's name, new signed lease, or offer to purchase agreement)
Any new custody documents
Questions? Please call the school at 919-890-7333.
1st Annual Chili Cook-Off
Here we go! Mark your calendars for the BRES 1st Annual Chili Cook-Off sponsored by our PTA. Do you have a great chili recipe that you want to enter in the cook off? Visit the PTA website to complete the registration form. Registration is just $10. The Grand Prize includes a 2014 Cook-off "Golden Spoon," your name on the plaque to be displayed at the front of the school, and $100.00 restaurant gift card.
2nd and 3rd place will also receive restaurant gift cards.
Where? In the Multipurpose Room/Cafeteria
When? January 16th coinciding with the General PTA meeting at 6:00 p.m.
Entry Due Date? January 10, 2014
Any BRES family or staff member can enter! This is sure to be one of the "hottest" events of the year. Whether you want to cook and complete or just want to eat, it is sure to be a lot of fun!
$1 per bowl (or a hotdog for those who prefer) after the judging. Chips and drinks available, kids activities and more!!!
Student Assignment 2014-2015
The first week of December, students received an Initial Notice of School Assignment for the 2014-15 school year. Students will be assigned to stay in their current schools with their current level of transportation through the final grade of the school, provided there is no change of address for the family. Rising 6th and 9th graders will be assigned to their base school. Students who wish to stay in their current schools do not need to do anything.
New student enrollment for the 2014-15 school year begins Jan. 13, 2014. Students new to the district and incoming kindergartners will be assigned to their base schools. To be eligible for kindergarten, students must be five years old on or before Aug. 31, 2014. Go to the base school for your address to enroll your student.
Read more about School Assignments for the 2014-2015 school year.
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