Attention Parents: We need your help. We are testing Pre-K to 6th grade students during May. This testing gives us information that will guide instructional decisions as we plan for next year. Please make sure that your students are here to do their best on their tests. These tests take time and we need your students here every day. Any student who misses a test due to illness will be tested when they return. Our testing window is May 2nd - May 20th for all grades.
MOTIVATING STRUGGLING READERS
What is this secret? It’s simple really. And it’s something to be applied to all kinds of learners, not just struggling readers.
This one simple secret is choice.
CHOICE IN WHAT THEY READ
There are 4 simple resources that help me provide choice for struggling readers.
1. Their interests.
This is where I always start. People are naturally going to stick with things longer if there’s an interest. It’s the same with struggling readers.
I ask myself questions like: What does the child like to do? What subject interests him the most? What hobbies does he have?
2. Use Online reviews & book lists to help find quality books that your struggling reader may be interested in.
3. Check out books from the library for your struggling reader so that your struggling reader can have options at no cost to you.
4.Give your struggling reader a “sneak peek” by reading the first part of the book out loud. This can do two things: 1- pique interest and 2- introduce the characters, setting, and typically a problem. If he’s interested from the intro, he can pick up where you left off.
I really liked this article. If you would like to read the whole article, use the link below.
https://thisreadingmama.com/mo...
Parents, we are concerned about the video game Huggy Wuggy. Numerous students at our school are viewing these violent videos that were created for adults, not for children. "The main character can be easily viewed on YouTube channels and is a teddy bear with razor-sharp teeth that sings worrying songs about hugging and killing." 1 "The results of the studies show that on-screen violence can cause children to: become “immune” or numb to the horror of violence, gradually accept violence as a way to solve problems, and/or start to imitate the violence they observe." 2 Please monitor your child's screen time and find appropriate activities for them to participate in. Students are bringing stuffed animals from home to represent Huggy Wuggy. Toys are not allowed at school because they distract from learning. Please check your student's backpack and make sure that toys and stuffed animals are not coming to school. Toys and stuffed animals will be taken by staff members when seen. Parents can come to pick them up from the principal.
Thanks, Anita Jacobsen
Montezuma Creek Elementary
Links to articles quoted:
1-https://www.forbes.com/sites/danidiplacido/2022/04/12/the-huggy-wuggy-youtube-panic-explained/?sh=581feb0336be
2-https://www.lifespan.org/lifespan-living/screens-violence-and-impact-children#:~:text=The%20results%20of%20the%20studies,imitate%20the%20violence%20they%20observe
Why You Should Still Read Aloud to Your Struggling Readers
1. It shows them that the struggle to learn to read is worth it.
2. It improves their vocabulary.
3. It improves comprehension (understanding).
4. It helps develop background knowledge.
5. It’s fun.
Here is the link to the full article.
https://www.themeasuredmom.com...
Parents at MZC we putting a major focus on reading improvement from now until the end of the year. Over the next 6 weeks I am going to share a strategy each week for parents to their help struggling readers with common reading challenges. Please go to the link below to see an article about how to teach your child to visualize a story.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1x-Stto6_jOhEdaIhMg7PKlVx4Iaw0U7wbVgd2Nsx8-I/edit?usp=sharing
We made it to 4th quarter. Please make sure that your students are attending unless that are sick. It hard for students to learn if they do not attend regularly.
We are focusing on improving reading this quarter. By showing improvement in reading students will earn points to get free books at our in school book fair at the end of April. Please have your child read at home nightly. Each grade level has chosen a focus area. Teachers will be sending information home with activities for parents to use to help their child improve their reading.
Parents, in the March 9th, SJSD board meeting, the SJSD Board of Education will be discussing school fees and spend plans for the 2022-2023 school year. These proposed fees and spend plans must be available at least twice for public input and must be officially approved before April 1st. This is the third opportunity for public input and the last opportunity to be approved before April 1st. These fees are included in the agenda which can be viewed by going to the district website. (www.sjsd.org) Anyone wishing to make a comment regarding the proposed fee schedule, can do so in next Wednesday Board Meeting either in person or virtually. Your input is greatly valued.
Notice: Due to COVID precautions and the Navajo Nation remaining in the 'RED" status, the March SJSD Board Meeting, previously scheduled for March 9th at Monument Valley High School, will be held at the District Office in Blanding Utah, and broadcasted to the public. A link to stream the meeting will be available early next week on the district website . Thank You
We were expecting a delivery from Toys for Tots today. We are not sure why we did not receive one. We have no control over this. There is a possibility of a gift for each child in January but we will have to wait and see what happens.
Parents here is the link to with step by step instructions for students to get into Core 5, Lexia, or other school programs.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cfamh0adLeTvXy1sw6_oHRb_viC-9M9Me3-6du8dgM0/edit?usp=sharing
Parents here is the link to with step by step instructions for students to get into Core 5, Lexia, or other school programs.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cfamh0adLeTvXy1sw6_oHRb_viC-9M9Me3-6du8dgM0/edit?usp=sharing
Dear Parent and Public,
Our number one goal is to ensure that students and staff have a safe and welcoming environment that promotes learning, and at this time I am happy to report that students and staff of San Juan School District are safe. Yesterday afternoon, a threatening comment was received at one our schools. Then, latter in the evening a suspicious device appearing to be some type of home-made explosives was found at a second SJSD school. The San Juan County Sherriff’s Department along with the Navajo Nation Police responded and determined it to be non-functional as an explosive device but still dangerous in nature. These incidents added to the recent activity on TikTok and our commitment to ensure the continued safety of students and staff, the decision to was made that Friday December 17th would be a virtual day of instruction for all students. This will allow time for further investigation. I thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to work through this situation. We do believe these incidents are related to the TikTok challenge. We plan on students returning to face-to-face instruction Monday, Dec 20th. Should anything come to light in our ongoing investigation to require a change of plan, we will again reach out to inform parents and public. Again, thank you for your patience and understanding as we look further into these incidents.
Sincerely,
Ron Nielson
SJSD Superintendent
Winter Spirit Week
December 15-21, 2021
Winter Spirit Week
December 15-21, 2021
School Community Council Meeting for Montezuma Creek Elementary will be held on October 12, 2021 at 5:30 pm. This will take place virtually. Please join us.
MZC School Community Council Mtg
Tuesday, October 12⋅5:30 – 6:30pm
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End of the Year Return Drive- Thru
9:30AM-12:30PM
May 19- Wednesday- 3-6 Grade
May 20- Thursday- K-2 Grade
End of the Year Return Drive- Thru
9:30AM-12:30PM
May 19- Wednesday- 3-6 Grade
May 20- Thursday- K-2 Grade
Hello everyone!
Currently, I am taking appointments on Wednesday's.
The services provided are school-related concerns, coping strategies, positive behavior intervention support, social skills, grief & loss, and referrals to external resources. If you are need of student support services, please fill out the form. Here is a link for Student Advocate Referral Form for Parents/Guardians: https://forms.gle/jMMjuibFv9DgP8Rd8
Just us TOMORROW for our last home learning series on Time Management. Have a good day!
Topic: Home Learning Series #7: Time Management Pt. 2
Time: Feb 24, 2021 05:30 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)
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Meeting ID: 949 6312 3597
Passcode: learn@home
Please join us today at 5:30PM on our next series! We will be presenting on, what to do when your child is not focusing.
Topic: Home Learning Series #6: Focusing Strategies
Time: Feb 17, 2021 05:30 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)
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Meeting ID: 989 8298 5580
Passcode: learn@home