ESCUELA SECUNDARIA MCLOUGLIN PIONERA

OCTUBRE 2015
ES C U E LA
S E C U N D AR I A
M CLO U GL I N
P I O N E R A
5802 MACARTHUR BLVD., VANCOUVER, WA 98661
http://mac.vansd.org/
CARTA DEL DIRECTOR
Oficina
(360) 313-3600
Estimada Familia de la Escuela McLoughlin:
Línea de Asistencia:
El comienzo del nuevo año escolar aquí en Mac ha sido dinámico. Como personal nosotros nos
hemos comprometimos a la declaración de objetivos fundamentales de nuestra misión, de
“establecer un enlace de amistad con los estudiantes, académicamente , socialmente y con sus familias para el bienestar de nuestra comunidad. Nosotros estamos trabajando con el fin de hacer de
nuestra escuela, un lugar de cálida bienvenida para nuestros estudiantes , esto crea un sentido de
pertenencia, les ayuda en su estima, confianza, en si mismo, y propósito para el futuro.
(360) 313-1456
Fax:
(360) 313-3601
Oficina de negocio
(360) 313– 3619
Línea de información del
cierre de la escuela
(360) 313-1401
Horario de clases
Una de las forma en que estamos formando nuestra identidad en la Escuela Mac . Les hemos pedido a todos los estudiantes que se comprometan a seguir el Código de Conducta “Core Four” – Respecto, Responsabilidad, Esfuerzo, y Seguridad. “The Core Four” establece Expectativas, Cumplimiento, y Incentivos. El personal de la Escuela Mcloughlin esta absolutamente entregados a apoyar, y
reconocer positivamente a los estudiantes que sobresalen haciendo cosas correctas. El impacto positivo de esto se siente a través de todo el edificio.
9:00-3:30
Horario de clases
8:00-4:00
Nuestro enfocamiento en el clima y cultura de nuestra escuela es con una resolución de mejora.
Basado en el conocimiento de un lugar seguro, cómodo y comprensivo. Es un ambiente esencial,
para el éxito de los estudiantes. Es el fundamento en donde el aprendizaje es primordial, y el esfuerzo conjunto es necesario para el éxito.
La Noche Informativa del mes de septiembre fue divertida, y maravillosa, porque asistieron muchos
estudiantes con sus familiares! Recuerde las conferencia de Padres y Maestro comienzan el día 22
y 23 de octubre, asistiendo a las conferencias es una buena manera de conocer y apoyar a su estudiante.
Como yo les digo a ameudo a los estudiantes, Todos estamos juntos en esto! Gracias por su apoyo.
Sinceramente,
Travis Boeh
OCTUBRE 2015
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FECHAS IMPORTANTES PARA RECORDAR
7 de octubre
12 de octubre
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de octubre
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2:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
8:45 a.m.
1:30 p.m.
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4-8 p.m.
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de octubre
de octubre
de octubre
de noviembre
de noviembre
de noviembre
8-12 a.m.
2:30 p.m.
3:30-4:45 p.m.
8:30-1:00
cambio de hora
2:45 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
9:05 a.m.
10 de noviembre
11 de noviembre
23 de noviembre
2:30 p.m.
25-27 de noviembre
Final del primer trimestre
Las clases terminan una hora más temprano
Junta de la Asociación de Maestro , Padres, y Estudiantes PTSA
Asamblea de Honor del 7mo, y 8vo grado del año 2015
El progreso del trimester es enviado a casa con el estudiante
Las clase terminan 2 horas más temprano
Las clase terminan 2 horas más temprano
Conferencia de Padres y Maestros
No hay clases
Conferencia de Padres y Maestro
Las clases terminan una hora más temprano
Retoma de fotos
Baile Social del estudiante
Recorrido del superintendente y Patrocinadores
comienza la temporada de ahorro de luz del día en el otoño
La asamblea deportiva del otoño y el comienzo del invierno
Las clases terminan una hora más temprano
Junta de la Asociación de Maestro , Padres, y EstudiantesPTSA
Asamblea del Veterano de Guerra
No hay clases descanso día del Veterano
Las clases terminan una hora más temprano
No hay clases descanso del día de Acción de Gracias
MCLOUGHLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL PIONEERS
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Attending school regularly helps children feel better about school and themselves. Building this habit starts with the first day of school so
they can learn right away that going to school on time, every day is important. Good attendance is critical to school success.
All absences must be excused within three school days after the student returns to school. To excuse an absence at McLoughlin School, please send a not or email to [email protected] Absences can be excused for the following reasons:
Illness ( a doctor’s note is required if absent for 6 days or more)
Health care appointments (as much as possible, try to schedule these outside the school day)
Emergencies
Religious Activity
Court Appearance
Pre-arranged approved activity (must be approved prior to absence by the school principal)
All absences, whether excused or unexcused, become a problem for student success. Ten or more unexcused absences within the
school year will result in the school district enforcing the compulsory school attendance law through truancy court.
Make school count: Attend All Day-Every Day
PARENT ACCESS ACCOUNT
All parent/guardians may have
access to their students’
schedule and attendance data
through a Parent Access
Account.
Parent/guardians of secondary
students can also view the
teachers’ online grade book
entries and class progress
reports.
Parent/guardians apply for a
Parent Access account by
completing a Parent Access
Account Request form with our
attendance clerk:
Ms. Vickie Colpron. 360-3133610
Skyward Family Access
ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Cell phones are allowed for
emergency use only, but must
be turned to the OFF position
and not used during school
hours. They may not be visible
during the school day.
Phones used inappropriately
will be confiscated.
MP3 players and PSPs may be
used during lunch only.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to privacy
laws cameras and video cameras
are also not allowed.
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OCTOBER 2015
CONFERENCES
On Thursday, October 22, parents may
come in for arena conferencing 4-5:30
p.m. and then again from 6-8 p.m.
On Friday, October 23, arena conferencing is from 8-11:50 a.m., This is a
good time to meet the teachers and
hear about your student’s progress.
ASB CARDS
ASB cards will cost $10.00 and
a replacement card will cost
$3.00. Students participating in
athletics or ASB clubs will need
to purchase a card. The sport
fee will remain $20.00 for each
sport. Athletes who have any
outstanding unpaid sport related
fees or fines will not be allowed to
participate in scheduled games until
the fine or fee is paid.
STUDENT PLANNERS
Every student receives a student planner containing the McLoughlin handbook, a yearly calendar, and agenda. The planners are used
daily in all classes, and can assist students with organizing assignments, classes, and important dates.
Parents are encouraged to review the planners with students periodically to keep informed of all relevant information
LOST AND FOUND
Be sure to have your child check
the lost and found (located in the
cafeteria) for any missing property by Oct. 30th . All items not
claimed by Oct 30th will be donated to a local charity.
STUDENT DROP OFF
Please NOTE that the South Bus
Lane is for buses only. Please
do NOT park or drop off your
student in this area.
We also have many clothing
items in the Administration Center that need to reclaimed by
Supplemental Education Services (SES)
As part of our School Improvement efforts this year, we are able to offer free SES tutoring in reading and/or math outside of the school
day for any student who is eligible for free and reduced lunch. This program is paid for by our district’s Title I funds and allows parents/
guardians to select a tutoring company from a list of state approved providers.
The providers offer tutoring at a variety of places, including school, in the home, on-line, or at a community location. Transportation is not
provided and is the responsibility of the parent.
Applications and a list of providers for SES free tutoring are available at your child’s school and must be returned by Friday, October 9,
2015.
The Mac Core Four
McLoughlin has undergone a change this year with the school-wide expectations. The new expectations are easier for students to remember and are focused on four values we believe to be crucial to
the learning environment at McLoughlin Middle School. The four values of the Mac Core Four are respect, responsibility, effort, and safety.
During the first two weeks of school, students
were engaged in lessons teaching each of the values and then participated in lessons explaining
how to demonstrate the four values around the
school. Also, McLoughlin teamed with the district
transportation by having all students load a bus
and take part in a lesson learning about the bus
expectations of respect, responsibility, safety, and
cooperation.
Please ask your child to explain The Mac Core
Four.
Fit Bits
Did you know?
Preteens and teenagers spend on average 7 1/2 hours a day using some form of technology which include iPads, iPods,
cell phones, watching TV, and video games. Each day your child participate in 30 minutes of exercise during Physical Education Class but this is only half of the activity they need on a daily basis. Preteens/teenagers need at least 60 minutes of
activity a day. Outside of school encourage your child to participate in a physical activity they enjoy such as basketball,
soccer, riding a bike, workout video, etc. Getting enough physical activity each day can reduce stress; increase self-esteem,
and increase strength and energy.
Library News : Follow us on Twitter @Mac_Library. Be the first to know when new books arrive, get reading
recommendations, and learn about upcoming events in the library.
Scholastic Book Fair :
PTSA is sponsoring our fall Scholastic Book Fair in the Library. In-building sales run Oct 21 - Oct 23, Online sales run
Oct 17 - Nov 6. More information is available at http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/homepage/macms
The Family Resource Center has moved to Room 14 (right across the hall from the Attendance Office). Stop by and check
out the new space. Don't forget to like us on Facebook at McLoughlin FCRC to keep up with all the latest news.
If your family is struggling with access to food please contact Ms. Maki at 360-313-3642 to inquire about the SHARE
Backpack program.
Tour Marshall, Walnut Grove Elementary School
On Friday, October 30, Vancouver Public Schools Superintendent Steve Webb will host his first patron tour of the 2015-2016 school year.
The tour will provide an in-depth look at the dynamic learning opportunities at Marshall and Walnut Grove Elementary Schools.
The tour of Marshall Elementary School will highlight its new Family-Community Resource Center, unique community partnerships, the Advancement Via Individual Determination program for third- through fifth-graders and an early childhood learning program.
At Walnut Grove, visitors will visit an Imagine Learning Lab that supports language acquisition for English language learners and a full-day
kindergarten classroom. Visitors also will learn how an elementary school creates a culture of respect and caring by establishing clear behavioral expectations and building positive relationships among the students and staff.
The free tour will begin and end at the Bates Center for Educational Leadership, 2921 Falk Rd. The tour starts at 8:30 a.m. and concludes at
1 p.m. After visiting Marshall and Walnut Grove, guests have the option of enjoying a student musical performance and a delicious lunch
prepared by culinary arts students. Lunch is available for $4 per person.
Everyone is welcome, but space is limited. Visit www.vansd.org/visit-vps or contact Sue Knable at 360-313-4720 to sign up.
We hope to see you on October 30!
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