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First Semester Student Council Regular Representatives R |
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Student Council is comprised of fifth and sixth graders at Aurora Heights. Representing each classroom, the regular representatives are responsible for meeting once each cycle to discuss important ideas and projects for our school.
Pictured are: Bottom Row: Ty Arguello-5B-(Recorder); Nicholas Tremel-5PK; Nate Archer-5LK; Daniel Lopez-Sanders-5L; Rachel Rhoads-5F
Top Row: Cole Cazett-6H (Vice-President); Brad Portner-6S; Darren Corso-6O; Morgann Eide-6L and Natalie Camp-6V (President)
Student Council Alternates, Ali Bestell, Helen Chandler, Tabitha Sudbrock, Kaytie Hughes, Reid Umbarger, Cailyn Briley, Abby Ambroson, Nathan Miller, Collin Hemann and Kali Draper will be featured in the next newsletter. |
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The Cardinal Code
Be Responsible
Be Safe
Be Respectful |
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Meet New Guidance Counselor Mrs. Jessica Jansen |
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Newton CSD Non-Discrimination Policy
It is the policy of the Newton Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (Employment only), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (students/program only) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the District’s Equity Coordinator, Steve McDermott, 807 S 6th Ave W Newton, IA 50208, 641-792-5809, mcdermotts@newton.k12.ia.us. |
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Mrs. Jansen has two big firsts this year. She is a first year guidance counselor and a first time mom to little Jude Lee Jansen born in late July. Mrs. Jansen did her undergraduate work at Buena Vista University. Her master’s degree is from the University of Northern Iowa. Her goal for this year is to get to know all students and promote a positive school atmosphere. She stated: “We will be taking a journey on Mrs. J.’s Jungle Adventure, visiting the School Skills Swamp, the Relationship Rainforest, the Cave of Confidence, the Career |
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4th Grade is asking for YOUR help… The fourth graders at Aurora Heights have a UNIQUE, yet SPECIAL opportunity planned for April 2012. They are going to a tea room, Sisters of the Heart, in Prairie City, to demonstrate the skills they have acquired in their Manners Matter classes. The fourth graders spend several weeks learning proper etiquette. The fourth grade fundraises the money they need to cover each of their meals by doing a number of selling projects. The first project will be a bake sale at Parent Teacher Conferences. Please stop by the bake sale on conference night and purchase some terrific homemade treats! Thanks for your support!
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Creek, and the Health Habits Hut.” A favorite classroom experience was seeing the amazing student growth after pairing 4th grade students with other students affected by disabilities. A student said to her: “They are not disabled, they are differently-abled.” How cool!” Mrs. Jansen loves music and sings in a quartet and plays the piano and clarinet. Along with her husband, she leads a Youth Group. She loves being active and being outdoors. Her motto: Practice Kindness. Welcome to Mrs. Jansen.
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4th Grade Happenings! We’re Wild, Crazy, and Learning!
Mrs. Baumgart, Mrs. Gingerich, Mrs. Modlin, Mrs. Sheeks, Mrs. Turner and Mr. Dickinson Written by Mrs. Sheeks The 4th graders are busy, busy, busy learning about polygons, parallel lines, rays, and so much more in Everyday Math (EDM). Most classrooms are finishing up Unit One and starting Unit Two. This new math is challenging because the students are asked to THINK in more than one way, REMEMBER what they have learned and APPLY their understanding in multiple ways. In learning about polygons the students used straws and twisty ties to make 3 sided to 10 sided polygons. Check out their creativity. In reinforcing their basic facts, problem solving, trial and error, persistence, and mental math skills they are playing games. YES, they are playing games 3-4 times a week for short bursts of time. Here is a short list of some of the games they’ve been introduced to…Addition Top-It, Subtraction Top-It, Polygon Pair-up, and Name that Number. As teachers, we are amazed at how much they improve in their strategizing as the year progresses with some of these same games. In Science they are working on the solar system, Social Studies they are learning states and capitals of the Northeast and European exploration, and in Social Studies Extension they are learning about Iowa and its relationship with the world. Finally, the fourth graders are reading so much more. We STEAL every minute we can to read a page or two in our latest novel. Lower right features Jungle Reading Time. |
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How many legs are on a giraffe? And human beings Only have half? How many points are on a star? How many wheels are on a train car? How many eggs does a dozen have? How many fingers are on your hand? These are the questions you’ll learn in school… Isn’t math really cool?
Written by Skye Gregory, 5F Math Poetry Home Link assignment September, 2011
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FEATURING: Fabulous Fifth Grade Mr. Bartello, Miss Freese, Mrs. Keeton, Mrs. Klosterboer, Mr. Law and Mr. Burger |
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A common sight around Aurora Heights this year are scenes like this. While waiting for the rest of the class to finish a restroom break, students read quietly in the hallway. Teachers make every effort to capture extra time to allow free choice reading. Mr. Law’s class is shown above. |
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Hallway readers….. |
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When I look back, I am so impressed again with the life-giving power of literature. If I were a young person today, trying to gain a sense of myself in the world, I would do that again by reading, just as I did when I was young. —Maya Angelou |
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Sixth Grade Stories
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Many of the sixth grade stories this month revolve around the field trip to Camp Dodge. More than just a field trip, this experience allows students to problem-solve, practice teamwork and discover leadership talent. Ask any sixth grader to tell you the story of their challenges with the Leadership Reaction Course and the series of obstacle they navigated. Also pictured are Mariposa activities reinforcing science curriculum for sixth grade students. |
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Mrs. Huggins, Mrs. Lampe, Mr. Oleson, Mr. Smith, Mrs. Vanderlaan, and Mrs. Miller |
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Parent Night for Everyday Math Held |
How can I help my child?The authors of Everyday Mathematics believe it is very important to help parents become actively involved in their child's mathematical education, and they have worked hard to provide opportunities for this to happen. Here are just a few suggestions about how you can learn about the mathematics your child is studying in school, and how you can help reinforce their math learning at home. · A Home Link or Study Link homework assignment is included with almost every lesson in the program. Periodically these homework assignments include a letter to parents explaining various aspects of the program. Be sure to read these letters and discuss what's going on in math class with your child. Whenever possible work with your child on their Home and Study Links. If there is something unfamiliar to you in these assignments encourage your child to "teach" you about what they are working on in class. If an assignment is confusing or difficult for you or your child, jot a note explaining your difficulties on the Home or Study Link paper and return it to your child's teacher. · Encourage your child to teach you the math games he/she is learning in school, and play these games whenever you have an opportunity. You might even enjoy inventing some of your own math games together! Wright Group/McGraw-Hill offers Family Games Kits for purchase. You can find out about them at Wright Group's site. · If your child needs additional basic fact practice ask his/her teacher to send home a set of fact triangles and spend a little time each day practicing fact families. · Many Everyday Mathematics teachers set aside special days for math activities like Explorations, Games Days, and Projects. If possible, volunteer to help in the classroom on these days. Whenever you find yourself using math in your daily lives point out this fact and discuss math's usefulness in real-life situations. Encourage your child to experiment with and use everyday "math tools" like rulers, tape measures, measuring cups and spoons, clocks and calculators. |
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On September 6th, parents had an opportunity to learn more about the new Everyday Math (EDM) program that all students in the PK-6th grades are using. Jim Gilbert, Elementary Curriculum Director and math coaches Jack Crandell, Jolene Liebl and Jill Bartello highlighted the benefits of the program. If you missed the session and would like more information about EDM contact your child’s teacher. Another resource is the EDM website: http://everdaymath.uchicago.edu/
A section from the Parent Link is reprinted below. |
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More Jungle Readers Lost in a Good Book and George the Gorilla at KOC Assembly |
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And the Principal Gets the Last Word for October 2011
Your AH Jungle Team Presenting: Great Adventures in Learning 2011-2012!
We have a vision of each student….. “Swinging to Success!”
We work each and every day to inspire learning in a safe and caring environment.
Please join us in making this a great year of learning!
Building FOCUS 2011-2012: 1. Nurturing a Culture of Literacy 2. Integrity of EDM Implementation 3. PBIS – Culture of Responsible/Safe/Respectful Behavior Dear Parents and Families of Aurora Heights School, Thank you for sending us your children. We take great responsibility for providing the very best learning experience for each and every student. With your help, our students can get the most of this year of learning. Please plan to attend Parent/Teacher/Student conferences either October 25th or 27th. Your child will be involved in the conference and should attend with you. The student assisted conference allows each child to be a part of the celebrations and goal setting involved. Please note the two hour early dismissal both October 25th and 27th with no school on October 28th. We hope you can come out for the AH McTeachers Night at McDonalds between 4 and 8 on October 4th. Our school receives a percentage of the income from that evening to use for school projects. We will plan to use it toward our Positive Behavioral Interventions & Support programming rewards. Fall parties will be held at 12:00 on October 27th with a 1:00 dismissal for conferences. We will not have students dress up for the party. We will also be having a PBIS Lunch Tailgate Party at lunch time for those with no major Office Referrals first 9 weeks. We always have a lot happening and we invite you to join us at school any time.
Enjoy the fall season,
Mrs. Farver |
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Published Monthly for the student families and staff of Aurora Heights Intermediate School Principal: Carol Farver, Ed. D. Administrative Assistant: Chris Dunsbergen
Aurora Heights Intermediate School 310 East 23rd Street South Newton, Iowa 50208 Phone: 641-792-7324 Fax: 641-792-7701 E-mail: farverc@newton.k12.ia.us |
