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Aventura Waterways K-8 Center
21101 NW 26 Avenue305-933-5200
http://aventurawaterwaysk8.dadeschools.net
Welcomes you
Our mission at Aventura Waterways K-8 Center is for our students to attain the highest academic standards, and to provide a multitude of enriching educational, cultural, and social experiences in a safe and inviting educational environment.
At Aventura Waterways K-8 Center, our vision will be to create a setting where students experience both academic and life lessons in a positive and nurturing environment, where integrity, honesty, fairness and a sense of belonging are integral to the school's climate and culture, and where all stakeholders strive to exceed academic, social and professional expectations.
Dr. Yesenia M. Aponte, Principal ([email protected])
Ms. Diane Cardona, Assistant Principal, Grades K-4 ([email protected])
Dr. Sylvia Lane, Assistant Principal, Grades 5-7 ([email protected])
Ms. Natalie Mack, Assistant Principal, Annex Building ([email protected])
Mr. David Rodriguez, Community School Assistant Principal, After-care Program ([email protected])
Ms. Thomas, Grades K-2: ([email protected])
Ms. Mitchell, Grades 2-4: ([email protected])
Ms. Lelifanovska, Grades 5-7: ([email protected])
Dr. Guss, Annex Building: ([email protected])
• STEAM School Designation for 19-20 SILVER
• Five Star Award
Stage 1
Commences online learning for all M-DCPS students through My School Online.
Beginning August 31st through at least October 2nd, all students will be attending school remotely via My School Onlne.
Stage 2
Both MSO and the 5-day Schoolhouse Model will be activated. Students will be able to participate in the instructional model that was selected by their families in the parent survey. Schools will be
limited to 75% capacity at the Schoolhouse.
Stage 3
All students return to the Schoolhouse Model and MSO becomes a choice option for those families who prefer to have their children remain in the model for the remainder of the school year.
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School Hours
Kindergarten and 1st Grade: 8:35 AM to 2:05 PM
2nd through 8th Grade: 8:35 AM to 3:05 PM
Wednesdays, all students, Kindergarten through 8th Grade will be dismissed at 2:05 PM
Office Hours: 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM
School uniforms:
Kindergarten – 5th Grade:Light Blue Polo ShirtKhaki BottomsAll jackets must have a front zipper and be Navy Blue
6th Graders:Yellow Polo Shirt & SweatshirtKhaki BottomsSweatshirts/ Jacket must not have hoodies
7th GradersNavy Blue Polo ShirtKhaki BottomsNavy Blue Sweatshirt/Jacket: No Hoodies
8th Graders:Royal Blue Polo ShirtKhaki BottomsRoyal Blue Sweatshirt/Jacket: No Hoodies
FRIDAYS: SPIRIT DAY: PTSA AWK8 SPIRIT SHIRT MAY BE WORN: SOLD BY PTSA
Suggested School
Supplies for MSO
Laptop/ Computer with Camera, Microphone and Internet access Dry-erase board with dry erase markers (old socks
work well as an eraser). 2-3 Composition Books- Primary for Kindergarten
Students Notebook paper for Grades 1-8 Crayons/Markers Pencils (Primary Pencils for Kindergarten) Scissors Glue bottle or stick Supply box Grade Specific Supply lists for Stage 2 are listed on
the school’s websitehttp://aventurawaterwaysk8.dadeschools.net
Apply for Free or Reduced Lunch at www.nutrition.dadeschools.net or contact 786-275-0400 Ext. 5000 beginning August 24.
Last year’s eligibility ends on October 13, 2020
During Stage 1
Student meal distribution will be each Tuesday & Thursday from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm , starting September 1, 2020 at AWK8.
M-DCPS has adopted for this school year the K-12 Platform. Since 2000, K12 has been a leader in K–12 online education, putting quality hands-on and online curriculum directly into the homes of the students and families.
My School Online is accessed through Student Portal- Students must know how to log in. Please make sure your child logs in before Friday to ensure that they can access their portal. Should you need assistance with password and Window updates the school site will be open from 9:00 AM to 3:30PM to provide support.
My School Online includes support for English Language Learners, Special Education, Gifted, and Intervention.
Teachers will conduct face to face instruction via web conferencing technology, Class Connect-Virtual Classroom.
Therapy and/or counseling services will be provided digitally.
The K-12 Platform has a way to communicate between the home and the teacher, share daily/weekly schedule information and upload student assignments.
Parents and their children will participate in valuable learning and connecting activities.
Teachers have been receiving training on the new platform.
Students must have their cameras on during instruction with their full name (first and last name) NICKNAMES WILL NOT BE PERMITTED
Parents are urged to check their children’s immunization records to see if they are due for any mandated school entry vaccines. All M-DCPS students are required to have the mandatory school age vaccines for the 2020-2021 school year, including those participating exclusively via MSO.
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Parent Coaching: Parents ensure student
participation and monitor student
progress and contact the teacher with any
concerns.
Teacher Interaction: M-DCPS teachers provide personalized attention
and support for standardized curriculum.
Hands-on Learning: Lesson related to the core curriculum will
allow students to explore creative ways to enrich learning through
hands-on activities.
Learning Continues: After assignments are
complete, students are free to access additional
resources and explore available online
content.
Gifted Students
Receive instruction from their teacher of the gifted based on EP.
The digital content in the K12 platform provides additional resources and be delivered through either modality.
Students with Disabilities
IEP and psychological evaluations will be conducted virtually. DLIP will be developed for all
students with disabilities. IEP Teams will meet to
determine possible individual student learning loss due to Schoolhouse closure utilizing a district developed Learning Loss Index for SWD. These will identify students that would benefit from additional support or services.
ELL Students
• Appropriate courses in K-12 to continue acquisition of language skills.
• Ensures availability of courses on both models.
• Provide supplemental resources for listening, speaking, reading and writing language development.
Beginning on August 31, 2020, the first week of school has been reserved to set the tone with students on how learning in the MSO model will look and feel.
Students will be required to complete a 20-hour Introduction to Online Learning (IOL) course.
Students will follow their class schedules to connect with teachers for live instruction, and teachers will provide them class time during the first week of school to work on the IOL course.
During the first 30-45 minutes of the class it will be dedicated to establishing protocols and getting to know the students.
Elementary Schedule Time
Kindergarten & 1st Grade 8:35 AM – 2:05 PM
2nd- 5th Grade 8:35 AM – 3:05 PM
Middle School Schedule Time
Period 1 and 2 8:35 AM – 10:35 AM
Passing/Brain Break 10:35 AM – 10:40 AM
Period 3 and 4 10:40 AM – 1:05 PM
Lunch 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
Passing/Brain Break 1:05 PM – 1:10 PM
Period 5 and 6 1:10 PM – 3:05 PM
Very Important:Note: August 31 is A DayA Days :ODD Classes: 1, 3, 5 (Aqua)B Days: EVEN Classes: 2,4, 6 (Navy Blue)
Please note that creating student schedules have been challenging due to both instructional models being offered; therefore we appreciate your understanding, patience and flexibility as we navigate these uncharted waters together!!!
Daily School Schedule In MSO, the student’s day will mirror that of their Schoolhouse peers. Student will
follow their class schedules and classes. Morning announcements will occur during the first 15 minute of the day. Official school attendance will be recorded and maintained for each class. Student course schedules will be posted on the Parent and Student Portal and the
District’s Mobile App. Student may log into the Student Portal or mobile app to access their schedule and parents may access their child’s schedule through the Parent Portal or mobile app by logging in using their assigned PIN. Parent who do not have a PIN should contact our main office. (More information on Parent PIN is forthcoming) Please note that creating student schedules have been challenging due to both
instructional models being offered; therefore we appreciate your understanding, patience and flexibility as we navigate these uncharted waters together!!!
MSO will follow established District Attendance protocols and procedures as defined in School Board Policy 5200- Attendance. Parents and student are responsible for attendance which shall be required of all students during the days and hours that school is in session.
While enrolled in My School Online, students are expected to : Log into live sessions with their teachers each and every scheduled school day. Attend online class as scheduled. Be prepared to start online classes on time. Demonstrate appropriate digital citizenship behavior while online.
School Attendance
Daily school attendance will be taken every scheduled school day during the students’ first class of the day.
Students are to be counted in attendance to school only if they attend the online class or are engaged in a school-approved educational activity which constitutes a part of the instructional program for the student.
A student is considered tardy to school if the student is not present at the moment the attendance is taken for the first class assigned.
Class Attendance
Students will be counted in attendance to class if they log into their teacher’s live sessions.
In elementary, students will log into their teacher’s live session at the beginning of the school day and each time they change instructors.
At the secondary level (6-12), students will log into their teacher’s live session at the beginning of each class period/block.
Students must enable the camera function on their computers so that the teacher can identify them and take attendance. Students who log into K12 to complete their daily assignments but do not log into the live sessions with their teachers are considered absent to class.
A student is considered tardy to class if the student is not present at the moment the attendance is taken.
Absences shall be reported to AWK8 by the parent/legal guardian no later than five (5) days from the date of the absence.
Parent will have 3 ways to submit an excusal note (admit):
1. Via Email: The school’s attendance email address is [email protected]
2. Via The Parent Portal or Mobile App: A link will be available via the Parent Portal an MSCPS Mobile App for parent to submit admits directly to the school.
3. In-Person: Parents who wish to submit documentation in person, may do so at the main office.
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We the People curriculum (understanding and defending the United States Constitution)
Supreme Court Cases (amendments past the Bill of Rights)
Mock Trials
Speech/debate
Be “ready” for learning- ROUTINES! ROUTINES! ROUTINES! Ready= in uniform, breakfast completed, devices charged, supplies at hand and a quiet
working table/desk space to participate Log in as required for each class as per student’s schedule Video on, microphone muted, respectful of others, positive behavior at all times. No background noises such as TV, music, phone conversations, etc. Students will engage in class and learn about hand-raising, how to answer questions, etc. Let your child work independently. Our goal is to use a blend of relative/creative assignments and teacher selected work to be
completed wither online and/or via special projects. Grades will be posted on Gradebook as usual. Student Emergency Contact Information needs to be updated, especially emails.
Ms. Cynthia Garcia, PresidentThe PTSA on-line shop is ready to take your orders for the 20/21 Waterways K-8 Center School agendas and Spirit t-shirts.
T-shirts (1 week for delivery) $12
Agendas $10 - you can pick up on Friday, from 3pm to 4pm, at the School by the Parent Drop Area on 26th Ave.
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Enjoy and let’s get ready for a great successful year!
PS: Parents, if you want to join PTSA, reach out to them thru email, Facebook or Instagram.
District Emergency Operations:305-995-3000
Distance Learning Help:305-995-HELP (4357)
Mental Health Services:305-995-7100
