Dear Families,
As we begin the new school year, I want to thank everyone for such an awesome 2011-2012 school year and I am confident that 2012-2013 will be amazing! I am so blessed to be a part of such a terrific school, community, and district. I am humbled to know I have been entrusted with the awesome responsibility of serving as Principal to your children. I am also energized when I reflect on the wonderful administrative team, highly qualified faculty, and dynamic staff who are also part of the Mountain View’s team. Together we say, Welcome Back!
We are all looking forward to a very exciting and rewarding school year. Classes begin on Monday, August 13th 7:55 A.M. We will dismiss at 2:25. Please review the calendar that proceeds this letter for all of the upcoming events at Mountain View during the 2012-2013 school year.
In order to create a “great” school, the school’s vision and mission must be the result of the collaboration of all the stakeholders within the school community. It will take all of us – you, me, and our faculty and staff – to focus our collective energies on the work that needs to be done with every student to ensure success. Below are the mission, strategic goals, vision and beliefs we all hold dear at Mountain View Elementary School:
The Mission
Our mission is to provide a learning environment that ensures every student is provided with the necessary tools to perform to their maximum potential academically, socially, physically, and emotionally throughout their educational experience.
School Strategic Goals
- Students will demonstrate proficiency at or above grade level in math.
- Teachers will increase the degree to which they either support or implement the instructional use of technology in their classroom.
The Vision
Learners Today...Leaders Tomorrow
Beliefs
We believe:
- All students can learn when they are actively engaged in the learning process.
- Student learning is our top priority and will be the primary focus of all educational decisions.
- Students, parents, and faculty are informed of academic progress through valid, ongoing assessment measures which provide valuable data for improvement in curriculum, instruction, and modification.
- Varied research-based teaching methods and strategies, as well as technology enriched curriculum, are the basis for effective instruction that supports multiple learning styles.
- Education is the cooperative responsibility of parents, students, educators, and the community. Involvement of all stakeholders in shared decision making is critical for educational success.
- A culturally diverse student body increases awareness and respect for all people and cultures, as well as appreciation for diversity in thinking.
We welcome your involvement in what we do and will continue to communicate ways for you to be involved. Together we make a positive difference in the lives of our children! I look forward to seeing each and every one of you.
Most sincerely,
Dr. Renee I. Garriss
2012-2013 Mountain View Elementary Calendar of Events
|
Date |
Day |
Event |
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July 25 |
Wednesday |
New Student Registration 9am – 6pm |
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August 6 |
Monday |
1st day back for Certified Staff |
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August 7 |
Tuesday |
C&I Professional Development |
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August 9 |
Thursday |
Sneak-A-Peek (K – 5) 8:00 – 9:30 Staff Photograph 9:30 am |
|
August 13 |
Monday |
1st Day of School |
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August 16 |
Thursday |
Curriculum Night (K – 5) 6pm – 8pm |
|
August 24 |
Friday |
Fall Festival 6 pm – 8:30 pm |
|
August 27 – September 14 |
Mon- |
Sally Foster Fundraiser |
|
September 3 |
Monday |
Labor Day – No School |
|
September 4 – 6 |
Tues – Thurs |
CogAT (1st, and 3rd grades) |
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September 7 – 14 |
Fri – Fri |
ITBS (3rd and 5th grades) |
|
September 7 |
Friday |
Movie on the Mount 6:30 – 8:00 (Relay for Life) |
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September 12 |
Wednesday |
School Council Meeting – 8:30 am & End of 1st 4-1/2 Weeks |
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September 20 |
Thursday |
Fall Pictures |
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October 12 |
Friday |
End of 1st 9 weeks |
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October 22 - 26 |
Mon- Fri |
Conference Week and Book Fair |
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October 25 |
Thursday |
Fall Picture re-takes |
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November 6 |
Tuesday |
Student Holiday |
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November 7 |
Wednesday |
School Council Meeting – 8:30 am |
|
November 14 |
Wednesday |
End of 2nd 4-1/2 Weeks |
|
November 19-23 |
Mon – Fri |
Thanksgiving Break |
|
December 20 |
Thursday |
End of 2nd 9 weeks |
|
Dec 21 – Jan 4 |
Fri – Fri |
Winter Holidays – No School |
|
January 7 |
Monday |
Student Holiday |
|
January 11 |
Friday |
2nd 9 Week Report Card Distribution |
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January 21 |
Monday |
MLK Day – No School |
|
January 23 |
Wednesday |
School Council Meeting – 8:30 am |
|
February 6 |
Wednesday |
End of 3rd 4-1/2 Weeks |
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February 15 – 18 |
Fri - Mon |
No School |
|
March 4 - 8 |
Mon – Fri |
Spring Book Fair |
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March 6 |
Wednesday |
5th Grade Writing Assessment |
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March 15 |
Friday |
End of 3rd 9 Weeks |
|
March 21 |
Thursday |
Spring Pictures |
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March 22 |
Friday |
3rd 9 Week Report Card Distribution |
|
March 27 |
Wednesday |
Kindergarten and New 1st Grade Registration |
|
April 8-12 |
Mon – Fri |
Spring Break – No School |
|
April 17 |
Wednesday |
School Council Meeting – 8:30 am |
|
April 19 |
Friday |
Spring Fling 6:00 – 8:00 |
|
April 22 |
Monday |
End of 4th 4-1/2 Weeks |
|
April 22-May 1 |
Mon - Wed |
CRCT – 3rd – 5th grades |
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May 1 |
Wednesday |
Kindergarten Round-Up – 9:30 am |
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May 8 |
Wednesday |
Field Day Kindergarten – 2nd |
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May 9 |
Thursday |
Volunteer Luncheon |
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May 10 |
Friday |
Field Day 3rd – 5th |
|
May 20-22 |
Mon-Wed |
CRCT Re-test (3rd – Reading) (5th Reading & Math) |
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May 23 |
Thursday |
End of 4th 9 Weeks and Last Day of School |
|
May 27 |
Monday |
Memorial Day – No School |
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May 28 – 30 |
Tues – Thurs |
Post-Planning (May 30 – Furlough Day) |
