Two Hour Delay on January 14, 2015

Alert:  all WCPSS schools will be on a 2 hour delay Wednesday January 14th due to impending inclement weather.  Banks doors will open at 10:45 a.m. for students in the morning and the tardy bell will ring at 11:15 a.m.  Stay tuned to local media should weather conditions change.   Be warm and be safe.  Mrs. Graf

Kindergarten a Registration for 2015-2016

It's time to register rising Kindergarteners for school. Help us be prepared for your child at Banks by coming in and registering your child this Thursday and Friday from 9:30-3:00. The Office will support you with registration process.  Follow this link for more information:  http://www.wcpss.net//site/Default.aspx?PageID=71&utm_source=iContact&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=MD%20Media&utm_content=NEWS+TIPS%3A+Jan.+11-17

Inclement Weather Information

Trailblazers, 

Here is the link regarding the WCPSS Inclement Weather notification ptocess.  We may be in for some freezing rain this week and I want you to be aware of the notification process. Additionally, you can sign up for auto notifications regarding school delays and closings. 

Click here: http://www.wcpss.net/domain/55

Kindergarten Registration Information 2015-2016

Trailblazers,
Here is a post from earlier regarding Kindergarten registration.  It's time to get your little ones officially registered for school for the 2015-2016 year!  Please call the school with any questions. :) Mrs. Graf



It's hard to believe but we are planning for the next school year already. Wcpss will be kicking off registration for all rising Kindergarteners on January 15, 2015. If you have a child to register for school please join us on January 15th and 16th anytime between 9:30-3:00 p.m.  Ms. Smith, our Data Manager will be the point of contact for registration. More details to come soon.  I can't wait to meet our new Trailblazers! Mrs. Graf

More Information for Parents regarding KidBiz 3000 Reading Program

Trailblazers,
Here is a link to the parent page about the Achieve 3000/Kidbiz reading program all students in Grades 2-5 have accounts for here at Banks.  Students can access this program at home!  Click here to find out more:  Achieve 300 parent portal

Questions?  Ms. Moore is our Teacher Contact for this reading program.  Her contact information is dmoore4@wcpss.net.

Happy Reading, Mrs. Graf

Reading Program for Banks Road Elementary-Parent Information

Trailblazers,

Our students in Grades 2-5 have access to this reading program.  If used consistently your child has the opporunity to deepen their comprehension skills and practice reading strategies they are learning in class.  If you have questions, please contact Ms. Moore at dmoore4@wcpss.net.  She is our Achieve 3000/KidBiz Teacher Contact.  :) Mrs. Graf 

Dear Parent/Guardian,

Now your child can improve his or her reading skills at home with the same great technology program we're using in school: KidBiz3000.

Throughout the week, KidBiz3000 sends lessons. Every student in the class gets the same basic lesson, but the content is customized to match each child's own reading level. The lesson comes with a variety of fun activities to improve your child's comprehension, vocabulary and writing skills. As your child's reading level improves, KidBiz will increase the level of difficulty so he/she remains challenged and interested. Doing his or her best on the activities will ensure the best match between your child's ability and the content delivered. It is also important that your child's answers to the questions reflect work completed independently and without extra assistance.

Students use this program in class, but you can also share in the fun at home - or anywhere a computer is connected to the Internet. Here's how:

1. Log on tohttp://login.achieve3000.com
2. Encourage your child to follow these five easy steps:

Step 1:Respond to the Before Reading Poll.
Step 2:Read the Article.
Step 3: Do the Activity Questions.
Step 4:Respond to the After Reading Poll.
Step 5:Answer the Thought Question.

3. Explore other KidBiz features, including other articles, the Stock Market game, puzzles, and more.

We hope you enjoy exploring KidBiz with your child.

Student Council Update

Student Council would like to thank all who participated in the food drive.  It was a great success! We would also like to wish you a happy and safe holiday break.  We will see you in January!

-President Jacob Sinnott