Elementary Resources

Tips for Encouraging Kids to Read

1. "Read me a story!" 
   • Nearly every suggestion sent in by our tip-sters had this message at its core. Whether snuggled under the covers with peanut-butter sandwiches, or following along with a book on tape while on a road trip, reading together is a powerful tool in motivating your child to read.
2. Beyond books
   • Our tip-sters were quick to point out that reading material comes in many different shapes and sizes, some of which may be more accessible to a new reader. Video games, magazines, and comic books all provide opportunities for reading practice. Other suggestions for sneaking under a wary child's reading radar include playing board games that involve written instructions, corresponding with a pen pal, and turning on the closed captioning on your television. To illustrate the practical side of reading, have your child help you with the grocery list, or leave reminder notes for your child to discover throughout the day.
3. Keep it fun, for everyone
   • Another message that came through loud and clear was that if kids are going to enjoy reading, the experience has to be enjoyable. As you read with your children, keep them involved by asking questions about the story, and let them fill in the blanks. You can also create activities related to the stories you're reading. In one household, reading Little House on the Prairieprompted lively games of "wagon-train" and discussions about life on the frontier. Another family likes to create mini-plays, acting out the stories they read. While her grandson "helps" in the garden, one grandmother spells words for him to write out using a muddy stick. Once the word is complete, the two of them sound it out together, wipe the word away, then move onto the next. This reading game keeps her grandson occupied for hours.
4. "Look at what I did!"
   • Another successful approach to motivating your child is to use some sort of visible record of achievement. A chart or graph that marks the number of books a child has read gives him or her a sense of accomplishment. To spice it up a bit, choose a theme that goes along with your child's interests. One example would be a Reading Olympics, where the child goes for the gold by reading a certain number of books.
   • A similar method can be used to help expose your child to the wide variety of genres available for exploration. Create a Bingo card or Passport where each space can be filled in by reading a mystery book, or a piece of non-fiction, to give a few examples. Once the goal has been reached, reward your child with something to celebrate his or her special achievement. It doesn't have to be anything elaborate – one-on-one time with a parent or teacher, or an ice cream cone are suggestions from our tip-sters – just something that lets your child know how proud you are of his or her accomplishment.
5. "I want that one!"
   • Reading should be a choice, not a chore. Make sure there are a variety of books, magazines, and other materials available for your child to choose from, wherever your child may be. Let your child's interests guide his or her reading choices. While it's fine to make suggestions, don't force your conceptions of what your child should be reading onto your child. And, keep an eye on the reading level of the books your children choose. Let them stretch to the best of their ability, but be ready to help if they get discouraged.
6. Something to talk about
   • Reading doesn't have to stop when you put the book down. Talk to your child about books you've read and books you think he or she might enjoy. Point out similarities between everyday events and stories you have recently read. If your child has a favorite author, help your child write him or her a letter. For a more structured discussion, consider joining, or starting, a parent/child book club.
7. Hey, kids! What time is it?
   • Regardless of how motivated your child is, he or she will not read if there isn't any time to do so. Carve time out of the busy day and dedicate it to reading, both together and on your own. By setting aside specific times, rather than trying to squeeze it in between soccer and dance lessons, you send the message that reading is an important activity, and something your child will enjoy.

TitleIParentComplaintProcedures.pdf

TitleIParentComplaintProceduresForm.pdf

MKVParentStudentHandbook_v2_12-13-2022.pdf

SARA LINDEMUTH EL SCH

1201 N Progress Ave

Schoolwide Title 1 School Plan 2024 - 2025

Steering Committee

Vision for Learning

World Class. Every Day. In Every Way. The Success of Every Learner

Analyzing Strengths and Challenges

Strengths

Challenges

Priority Challenges

Goal Setting

Priority: We will involve students in setting goals on MAP Math assessments and use the results of the assessments to help guide instruction and curriculum adjustments. Focusing on growth we are striving to improve data in all subgroups.

Priority: We will involve students in setting goals on MAP Reading assessments and use the results of the assessments to help guide instruction and curriculum adjustments. Focusing on growth we are striving to improve data in all subgroups.

Action Plan

Action Plan For: Math and ELA Intervention

Professional Development

Professional Development Action Steps

Sara Lindemuth/Anna Carter Primary is proud to be a Schoolwide Title I school. Our Title I program is funded through the “Every Student Succeeds Act” or ESSA which ensures equal opportunity for academic achievement for all students. An important feature of ESSA is that schools and parents work together to help all students succeed. All students and families are asked to complete and return the compact agreement outlined below. The compact describes how the parents, the entire school staff, and the students will share the responsibility for improved student academic achievement. Another goal of ESSA is to develop a partnership between families and the school that will support the children in the achievement of the Commonwealth’s high standards. This School-Parent Compact is for the 2024-2025 school year.

School:

The school understands the importance of the school experience to every student and their role as educators and models. Therefore, the school agrees to carry out the following responsibilities to the best of their ability:

• Providing high-quality curriculum and instruction in a supportive and effective learning environment that enables the children served under this part to meet the challenging State academic standards
•  Addressing the importance of communication between teachers and parents on an ongoing basis through, at a minimum—
  •  parent-teacher conferences in elementary schools, at least annually, during which the compact shall be discussed as the compact relates to the individual child’s achievement
  • frequent updates to parents on their children’s progress;
  • reasonable access to staff, opportunities to volunteer and participate in their child’s class, and

• Ensuring regular two-way, meaningful communication between family members and school staff and, to the extent practicable, in a language that family members can understand.
• Treating each child with dignity and respect
• Striving to address the individual needs of the student
• Acknowledging that parents are vital to the success of child and school
• Providing a safe, positive and healthy learning environment

Parent/Caregiver:

I realize that my child’s school years are very important. I also understand that my participation in my child’s education will help her/his achievement and attitude. Therefore, we agree to support our children's learning in the following ways:

• Volunteering in our child’s classroom as circumstances allow
• Supporting our child’s learning
• Participating, as appropriate, in decisions relating to my child’s education
• Creating a home atmosphere that supports learning
• Attending school functions and conferences as possible
• Encouraging our child to show respect for all members of the school community and school property
• Reviewing all school communications and respond promptly
• Ensuring my child attends school regularly
• Discussing the day’s activities with my child
• Making sure that homework is completed when assigned
• Staying informed about my child’s education and communicating with the school as appropriate

Student:

The student realizes education is important. He/she is the one responsible for his/her own success. Therefore, he/she agrees to carry out the following responsibilities to the best of his/her ability:

• Getting to school on time every day
• Developing a positive attitude toward school
• Being responsible for completing homework on time
• Being cooperative by carrying out the teacher’s instructions and asking for help when needed
• Doing daily work that reflects their best effort
• Being respectful to all school members and to school property
• Returning corrected work to their parent/caregiver
• Being responsible for their behavior
• Paying attention to instruction

Please come back in the Spring for the new Compact/Parent and Family Engagement Policy Survey.

Open House - 8/24: 6-7pm

Fall Festival Book Fair - 10/7: 11:30am-2:30pm

Literacy Night - 10/12: 6-7pm

Pre-K Night - 11/16: 6-7pm

Pre-K Night - 2/22: 6-7pm

STSD Men's Read - 3/7

Pre-K Night - 4/25: 6-7pm

Book Fair 5/6 

Title I Parent Right-to-Know Letter

Parent Right to Know Information as Required by the Elementary and Secondary Education Assistance (ESEA) [Section 1112(e)(1)(A)] and Every Student Succeeds Act [Section 1112(e)(1)(A)]

• Whether the teacher met state qualifications and certification requirements for the grade level and subject he/she is teaching,
• Whether the teacher received an emergency or conditional certificate through which state qualifications were waived, and
• What undergraduate or graduate degrees the teacher holds, including graduate certificates and additional degrees, and major(s) or area(s) of concentration.