Back To School Night Aurora Quest K-8 2015-2016. Introductions Philosophy/Goals School Safety/Communications Parent Groups: PTA, Bridges and Community.

Back To School Night Aurora Quest K-8

2015-2016

IntroductionsPhilosophy/GoalsSchool Safety/CommunicationsParent Groups: PTA, Bridges and

CommunityActivities

Agenda

K Kaylee Garcia & Dianne Morris1st Jessica Griffin & Megan Haley2nd Joy Purcell & Rachel Gilmer3rd Jenna Prewitt & Heather

Gaarder4th Jennifer Turner & Kim Meyer5th Courtney Bousquet & Jill AdairILC Shirley HillSPED Max Rosenbaum

K-5 Teachers

K-5 Elective Teachers

Art Ameet Patel

Music Claudia Horn

Physical Education Desarae Reese

Technology Brandy Bixler

Technology/Library Mary Beth Macleay

Instructional Coaching Support/Student Support

Teaching Partners Natalie Johnson Ellen

Kruschwitz Psychologist Mary Blomquist

Counselor Susan Spoon(Erin Graves)

ELA/RtI Coordinator Kim Kilmer (Elizabeth

Morarie)

Office Staff

Principal Secretary Judy GoosClerk Cindy StoeberClerk Kim DiggsBookkeeper Denise VazquezNurse Candy WingroveEducational Assistant Jenny FrancisParaeducators (General) Pam Holen

Cindy JohnsonErinn HillTBD

Paraeducators (ILC Room) Kacey ClarkDeborah WilsonLashawn Null

Administrative Team

Principal Dave Schoenhals

Assistant Principal Kim Pippenger

Dean of Students/ Casey PowellAthletics and ActivitiesDirector

Our Philosophy

We own the success of our students. We work together to meet all students’ academic and affective needs.

Aurora Quest Goals

Future Quest

Academic Opportunities – more

integrated and aligned instruction

Affective Opportunities

Showcase Learning

Clubs and Activities – more aligned

to our vision

Aurora Quest Vision

To be an exemplary school that develops creative and innovative thinkers and leaders who are driven by our guiding principles, and seek opportunities to extend and apply their learning beyond the walls of our school.

Technology

Technology purchases over the last few years has enhanced instruction in ways such as promoting student collaboration, providing opportunities for research in the moment, and has allowed students to connect with other people outside of the classroom.

While technology has become a necessity in our instruction, it still remains a privilege. Student misuse of technology can result in revocation of devices at school and/or significant disciplinary action.

School Safety - Students

Use crosswalks Utilize Kiss and Go lane when possible Walk around the building to the

playground (staff coverage starting at 7:20)

Play/socialize until the train whistle bell

ALL students must enter through the courtyard entrance. We will greet

students there until 8:00 a.m.

School Safety - Parents

Park in parking lot or use Kiss and Go lane.

Parents may escort students around the

building to the playground.

Come to the front entrance and sign in if

you have school business (Dropping meds for

the nurse, volunteering, scheduled appointment with

a staff member)

When Concerns Arise…

Opportunities for Problem-solving How/when to get in touch with us

Teachers Administrators

Quest families are one of our greatest assets for other families and our school.

Thank you!!

Aurora Quest K-8 PTAPresident - Teri DosseyVice-President - Cathy TranchettiTreasurer - Jessica EdgettSecretary - Michelle Hannawald

Meetings are held the 2nd Tues of the month @ 6:00pm(Childcare is provided)

[email protected]: Aurora Quest K8 PTA

Mission Statement

It is the mission of the Aurora Quest K-8 PTA to foster community

inclusion and academic excellence by facilitating communications, supporting teachers and staff,

raising funds and enhancing the educational, social and physical environment of each student at Aurora Quest K-8 in an effective, efficient and respectful manner.

Examples of Items Funded by PTA

Classroom Budgets

($100 per teacher) Enrichment

funding for every student

Immersion Field Day Field Trips

Field Trip Bussing

Hospitality Donuts for Dads Muffins for Moms

Goodies for Grandparents

How PTA funds these things:

Catalog Sales (Kickoff on August 24th) Butter Braids/ Pie Sales

Silent Auction Box Tops

Other Quest community events that are profitable:

Carnival Skate City Nights Restaurant Nights

Holiday Shop

Ways to help:

PTA understands and respects that fundraising is not for every family.

The great thing about our Aurora Quest

community is that there are many ways to contribute!

By volunteering your time, it is as beneficial if not more than financial contributions.

Without great volunteers like you none of these things are possible!

How can you get involved?

Come to the Volunteer Dessert Night on Thursday, August 20th at 6:00pm to sign up for any and all PTA sponsored events!

You don't have to be a paid member of the PTA to volunteer your time!

A portion of the $10 PTA membership fee comes back to Aurora Quest K-8 and gives you

the ability to vote at the meetings. Stop by our table for a copy of this information,

membership forms and important dates!

Bridges and Community

 Mission

Build a community of parents centered on inclusiveness here at Quest. Serve as a place to provide support for parents and make everyone, parents and students, feel like a part of the Quest community. With families from all over the school district, from all nationalities, and from innumerable cultural lineage, it is vital to share ourpositive experiences and address obstacles to feelings of acceptance. An obstacle for one community is an obstacle for all communities.

Bridges and Community

 First Meeting Wednesday, August 19, 2015 @ 2:45Agenda:1. Greetings & introductions2. Books (cookbook & multicultural/lingual story book)3. Web Page4. Plan for the Year Cultural Presentations

Culture Night Meetings (2x/ month Informational & presentation?) Book Club Movie Discussion PTA Support Welcome for new school Carnival Participation Ideas for outreach

5. Third Co-Lead Volunteer

Kimberly Cawthorn- Parent at AQK8

Activities

Activities

Many Opportunities to be involved after schoolClubs will be offered throughout the yearClubs are being aligned with our school visionNew guidelines for participation are being put into place

Some Options

Violin Club Guitar Club Drama Club Newspaper Poetry Club Choir Art Club Improv Club Critter Club Chess Club

Yearbook Robotics Math Club NJHS Stock Market Student Council Magic the

Gathering Minecraft

Many Others To Come

Be Active Join Something

Savannah

Savannah Barish

http://www.gofundme.com/savannahbarish

Accountability: Tuesday August 18th at 5:00Parent opportunity to discuss how we will support Savannah and her family moving forward

Schedule For Tonight

6:00-6:40 Gym Presentation6:40-6:58 1st Teacher Presentation

7:00-7:18 2nd Teacher Presentation or Open House in the Lobby

7:18- 7:30 Open House in the Lobby

Lobby

PTA Nutritional Services Kids’ Adventures: Before and after

school childcare information Quest spirit wear available for purchase Flyers for Community Garden and Equity

and Engagement Cub Scout Pack 225 Nurse

Excited for our 2015-2016 School Year

Thank you for comingtonight!!!