Volume 24 Issue 6
Helen Babbin, Interim Principal
Elli Rushing, Assistant Principal
Lynette Edwards, Office Manager
Brenda Bargelt, Secretary
Cindy Amato, Office Clerk
February 2019 Meredith Hill Messenger 5830 S 300 Pl, Auburn, WA 98001 253-945-3200
February Calendar 1—Semester Break, No School
4—Coffee with the Principal, 9:30
5—Diversity
6—Early Release, 2:10
7—Cookie Day!
7—B.O.B. Practice
11—KC Club
12—P.T.A. Meeting, 7:00
13—Diversity
13—Handwriting Class, 3:40-4:45
18—President’s Day, No School
19—B.O.B. Practice
20—Read & Lead Bookstore
20—Handwriting Class, 3:40-4:45
21—Cookie Day!
21—KC Club
21—Family Game Night, 6:00-7:00
25—Diversity
27—B.O.B. Practice
27—Early Release, 2:10
March Calendar 1—KC Club
5—Diversity 5—Girls on the Run, 3:40-5:15
6—Handwriting Class, 3:40-4:45
7—B.O.B. Practice
7—Girls on the Run, 3:40-5:15
11—KC Club
11—Track Practice, 3:40-5:15
12—Girls on the Run, 3:40-5:15
12—Track Practice, 3:40-5:15
12—Steel Drum Performs for
School Board Meeting @ MH
12—P.T.A. Meeting, 7:00
13—Diversity
13—Early Release, 2:10 13—Kilo Academic Showcase for
5th Grade, 5:00-7:00
14—Cookie Day!
14—Girls on the Run, 3:40-5:15
14—1/2 Concert, 9:40 & 7:00
15—B.O.B. Practice
15—Spring Pictures 18—Coffee with the Principal, 9:30
18—Track Practice, 3:40-5:15
19—KC Club
19—Girls on the Run, 3:40-5:15
19—Track Practice, 3:40-5:15
20—Read and Lead Bookstore
20—Handwriting Class, 3:40-4:45
21-22—Student Led Conference,
No School
27—Early Release, 2:10
27—B.O.B. Practice
27—S.T.E.M. Night
Greetings Meredith Hill Families,
Here we are, already at the mid-point of our school year! Our
teachers are currently conducting mid-year assessments in
IRLA (reading) and iReady (reading and math) and are
working on first semester report cards, which will be coming
home on February 8th. Our report cards tell you which
standards your child has been working on this first semester
and how they are progressing toward meeting standard.
Students receive a 1-2-3-4 rating on each standard assessed
and do not receive an overall English language arts or math
“grade.” This scoring by standard gives you detailed
information regarding which standards and skills your child is
meeting, and which skills and concepts they are still
practicing.
Washington state law requires that we indicate if you child is
currently meeting benchmark standard in reading and their
current reading level on report cards. We assess our students’
independent reading level using the “Independent Reading
Level Assessment” or IRLA. If you have any questions about
your child’s report card please do not hesitate to contact their
teacher or me; and keep reading, reading, reading at home!
February is when I review my classroom observation data and
have mid-year conversations with teachers about their
professional and student growth goals. We celebrate
successes and work together to determine the best
professional development strategies and partnerships to
increase teacher capacity with high leverage instructional
strategies.
Please mark your calendar for next month’s Coffee with the
Principal on March 4th from 9:30 – 10:30. We celebrate
successes and discuss important questions from parents.
Please note that SLCs are just around the corner. They will be
in March. Please look for information that will be coming
home soon. Please make sure that you are signed up for
Parent Vue, as this will be our next push in March.
Warm Regards,
Helen Babbin Interim Principal
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Calling All 5-Year-Olds! Kindergarten Registration
2019-2020 Do you know a family in this area with a child who will be 5 years old by August 31st? We'd like to
meet them, too! Kindergarten registration is happening now. Our office is open to receive
registrations from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and we hope you'll help us spread the word! You can
begin the registration process online at fwps.org/kiosk but will still need to come in to complete the
process.
We're already making plans for next year's kindergarten
program! To plan in advance for these classes, we need
everyone to sign up!
At the time of registration parents are asked to bring or
upload:
(1) their child’s original birth certificate;
(2) immunization records;
(3) proof of residency (bank statement, drivers license,
utility bill, or rental agreement)
Immunizations required to begin kindergarten are:
Hepatitis B- 3 doses (last dose at/after age 24 months)
DTaP- 5 doses (if last dose is after 4th birthday, 5th dose is not needed)
Polio (IPV)- 4 doses (if last dose is after 4th birthday, dose 4 not needed)
Varicella- 2 doses
MMR- 2 doses after 1st birthday
Our Kindergarten Jump Start for parents and students will be held on
Tuesday, June 4th at 6:30. We can hardly wait to meet the class of 2032!
Join Us, FWPS PreK – 12 SCHOLARS & FAMILIES
FOR THE THIRD ANNUAL STEM EXPLORATION NIGHT Why attend? Over 80+ booths: businesses, colleges, apprenticeship programs, and much more. Check out cool projects from our STEM clubs and Sphero robotic clubs. Fun activities: Hack-a-thon, Microsoft Experience Room, Chess Tournament and more!
Wed., March 27, 2019, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., Federal Way High School
Light meal provided. Interpreters will be available. Childcare will not be provided, but the whole family is welcome!
Download the FWPS app or visit www.fwps.org/STEMExpo for more information, including transportation and parking details.
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Teams have formed and are practicing for our building’s Battle of the Books, which will be on Tuesday, April 2nd. Each team member needs to read at least four of the titles and complete a story map for those books. Books are selected from titles nominated for the Young Reader’s Choice and the Sasquatch Awards. Upcoming practice sessions are on February 7, 19, 27 and March 7, 15, and 27th. The team that wins our building B.O.B. will represent our school at the district BOB on May 1st at Todd Beamer High School.
Super 3 Research Process Third through fifth grade students are applying the Super 3 Research Process while completing their class projects. First the students plan by choosing the topic and understanding the requirements of the research assignment. Next they access websites and books for information about the topic, take notes, and complete the project. Lastly, they review the rubric and reflect upon the quality of the project. This process can be applied when purchasing a new item, making a decision, or learning new information about a specific subject. Be sure to ask your students about the project they are currently researching!
17 of Meredith Hill's mathletes gave up a Saturday to join mathletes from across the region at Thomas Jefferson High School on Saturday, January 19th in a competition. They worked hard and had a lot of fun. The following mathletes placed in the top 10 for their division: Kailen competed in the 4th grade division earned 4th place in Ciphering and Individual Test. Graham competed in 5th grade division placed 10th place Individual Test. And our 5th grade team consisting of Graham, Ryan, Nathan B., and James competed in the 5th grade division and took 10th place.
Congratulations to our mathletes for a job well done!
Attention Chaperones It is the time of year when our classes begin going on field trips. This is always a fun time for our students. All volunteers and chaperones must have an approved WSP background check on file.
Applications are available in the office and are free to the applicant. The approval takes a few weeks so be sure to get yours in early.
Federal Way Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin
or ethnicity, religion, creed, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, marital or family status, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal. The District provides
equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.
Thank you so much for the box tops-they sure add up!
Meredith Hill received $497 for them so far.
Keep those box tops coming!!
-February 18th—No School February 6th & 27th—Early dismissal, 2:10
Not Enough Books For our Scholars!!
“How can this be?” Well, many of our books are not ready to be in the hands of our students.
“Why?” Because we need to determine the level of the text so that students are matched up with books that they can read independently, before the books go into the classrooms.
“Can I help?” Yes, you can!!!
We need volunteers to search the IRLA database of titles, to identify the level of each book. Once the level for the book is identified, we designate that level with colored tape and get it into the class-rooms; into the hands of our readers.
“But I don’t have a lot of time.” That’s o.k. Share with us 30, 40, 60 or more minutes and we’ll get this job done! If you’d like to work from home, we can even accommodate that too.
Won’t you help us get more books into the hands of our Meredith Hill Readers? Contact Mrs. K. Wilson, our instructional coach, to volunteer, 253-945-3216.
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Connection Corner with the Family Liaison
We have finished our first semester and it’s already time for our 5th grade families to be aware
of some middle school transition opportunities to be informed and prepared for 6th grade. Here
are some upcoming events that may be of interest to you and your child. Please let me know if
you have any questions or concerns.
TRANSITION TO MIDDLE SCHOOL
Kilo Middle School:
5th Grade Registration & Academic Showcase at Kilo Middle School — Wednesday, March
13th, 5:00 –7:00 pm, 4400 South 308th Street
Parents and students will get to meet 6th grade teachers, the counselor, and the principal;
complete course registration forms; learn about middle school academics and see 6th grade
curriculum and material; learn what to expect at middle school; go on guided tours of the
school; learn about Restorative Practices; and learn about clubs and activities.
5th Grade Visit to Kilo – Thursday, May 23rd, during the school day; students ride bus to
Kilo with 5th grade teachers for an interactive visit with some of the Kilo staff and students
Federal Way Public Academy (college preparatory, grades 6-10, Choice/lottery enrollment):
Information Night – Wednesday, February 13th, 7:00-8:30 pm, 34620 9th Ave S
CHOICE ENROLLMENT
From the FWPS website https://www.fwps.org/Page/434:
Choice Enrollment is a placement at a school which is located outside of a student’s resident
service area or district.
Resident students accepted on Choice Enrollment will be accepted for the K-12 continuum
feeder pattern (except for Choice schools or limited space programs) outlined in Procedure
3131P
Only one Choice Enrollment application will be accepted for each scholar. The application
bearing the most current date will be entered into the lottery if multiple Choice Enrollment
applications are received for the same scholar.
Families interested in Cambridge or the International Baccalaureate (IB) must apply
separately for these educational programs to the schools which offer them. Acceptance into
educational programs does not guarantee placement at the schools where these programs are
offered.
Choice Enrollment applications will be accepted FROM STUDENTS RESIDING IN
DISTRICT and permanent district staff at the Educational Service Center (33330 8th
Ave South) until 4:30 pm, February 20th.
Please refer to the FWPS website for more information or contact me if you have any questions.
Laurie Wenneman (Mrs. W.)
253-945-3210
Email: [email protected]
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SPANISH
Únete a nosotros, FWPS PreK-12 Escolares y Familias
PARA LA TERCERA NOCHE ANNUAL DE EXPLORACION
¿Por qué asistir? Mas de 80+cabinas: negocios, universidades, programas de aprendizajes y mucho más. Echa un vistazo a proyectos interesantes de nuestros clubes STEM y clubes de esfera robótica. ¡Actividades entretenidas: Hack-a-thon, Cuarto de experiencia Microsoft, Torneo de Ajedrez y más!
Miércoles 27 de marzo, 2019, 6-8 p.m., Federal Way High School
Comida ligera se proporcionará. Habrá intérpretes disponibles. No habrá cuidado de niños, ¡pero toda la familia es bienvenida!
Descargue la aplicación FWPS o visite www.fwps.org/STEMExpo para obtener más información, incluido el transporte y los detalles de estacionamiento.
KOREAN
우리와 함께 하십시오, FWPS 프리K - 12학년 학생들과 가족들
제 3회 연례 스템(STEM) 탐구의 밤
왜 참가하는가? 80군데 이상의 부스 참여: 기업체, 대학, 견습 프로그램 이외 더 많은 볼 거리. 스템 클럽과
스피로 로보틱 클럽의 멋있는 프로젝트를 살펴보십시오. 흥미로운 것들: 해커톤, 마이크로소프트 체험실,
체스 토너먼트 등!
2019년 3월 27일 수요일, 6-8시, 페더럴웨이 고등학교.
가벼운 식사 제공. 통역관 대기, 아동보호는 제공되지 않으나 온 가족의 참여를 환영합니다!
교통편과 주차 등에 대해 더 많은 정보를 원하시면 FWPS 앱을 다운로드하시거나 www.fwps.org/
STEMExpo 를 방문하십시오.
RUSSIAN
Присоединяйтесь к нам, посетите, Мероприятие школьного округа “FW”для учащихся начиная с
подготовительных групп и до 12 класса, и их родителей
ТРЕТЬЕ ЕЖЕГОДНОЕ МЕРОПРИЯТИЕ “STEM EXPLORATION NIGHT”
Почему следует посетить это мероприятие? Более 80 различных стендов будут представлять: предприятия,
колледжи, учебные программы и многое другое. Вы сможете познакомиться с интересными проектами
наших кружков “STEM” и работой клубов “Sphero” занимающихся робототехникой. Примете участие в
забавных играх: “Hack-a-thon,” Увидите “Microsoft Experience Room,” примете участие в турнире по
шахматам и во многом другом!
Среда, 27 марта 2019г. С 6-ти до 8-ми часов вечера, В школе “Federal Way High School”
Будут предложены легкие закуски. При необходимости Вы сможете воспользоваться услугами
переводчиков. Услуги по присмотру за маленькими детьми не будут предоставляться, но приглашаются все
члены семей.
Воспользуйтесь мобильным приложением “FWPS” или посетите веб-сайт www.fwps.org/STEMExpo для более подробной информации и информации о парковке машин.
UKRAINIAN
Приєднуйтеся До нас, Від PreK до 12 класу учні і сім’ї
НА ТРЕТІЙ РІЧНИЙ STEM ВЕЧІР ДОСЛІДЖЕННЯ
Навіщо відвідувати? Більше 80 + стендів: підприємства, коледжі, програми навчання і багато іншого.
Довідайтесь про цікаві проекти з наших клубів STEM та Sphero клубу робототехніки. Розваги: Hack-a-thon,
Мікрософт кімната досвіду, шаховий турнір та багато іншого!
Середа, 27 березня 2019 року, 6 - 8 год., Federal Way High School
Надаватиметься легка їжа. Будуть доступні перекладачі. Догляд за дітьми не надаватиметься, але вся сім'я
запрошується!
Завантажте програму FWPS або відвідайте веб-сайт www.fwps.org/STEMExpo для отримання додаткової
інформації, включаючи інформацію про транспорт і паркування.
SOMALI
Naggu Soobiir, ARdayda iyo Qoysaska Dugsiyada dadweynaha ee Federal way
SANADGUURADA SADDEXAAD HABEENKA CILMIBAARISTA STEM
Maxaan uga sooqeybgali? Waxkabadan 80 ganacsi, kulliyadaha, barnaamijyada tababarka, iyo wax kaloo badan. Kahubi mashaariic wanaagsan Naadiyadda STEM iyo Robotyada Sphero. Waxyaabo xiisaleh: Hack-a-ton, Waayo aragnimo laxariirto qolka Microsoft, tartan ciyaarta shaxda iyo waxkaloo ba-dan!
Arbaco, Maarso 27, 2019, 6 – 8 p.m., Dugsiga Sare ee Federal Way
Waxaa ladhiibayaa cunto fudud, waxaa diyaar ah turjubaano, Carruurto loomahayo daryeel gaar ah laakiin Qoyskoodhan way lasoodhaweynayaa!
Soo rogo appka FWPS ama booqo boga internetka www.fwps.org/STEMExpo si aad uhesho akhbaar dheeri ah oo ay kujirto Gaadiidka iyo meelaha ladhigan hayo.
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We would like to celebrate our scholars that have earned perfect attendance for the month of January!
Mrs. Hill AM: Hudson, Cora, Jack, Hayden, Olivia Mrs. Roper AM: Alessandra, Emily, Payton, Jon, Caden Mrs. Hill PM: Brayan, Eliana, Lucia, Ray, James Mrs. Roper PM: Chelsea, Mason, Ryah Ms. Crane: Dominick, Kayla, Benjamin, Krishna, Carly, Alondra, Alexander, Joshua, Trust, Raine, Jamil Mrs. Friedman: Alivia, Sebastian, Jayden, Madden, Hannah, Aria Mrs. Powell: Chloe, Aniyah, Ethan, Ayana, Nudar, Ashlee, Lillyahna, Suri, Aka Mrs. Cushman: Malcolm, Zachariah, Ethan E., Emilio, Ethan G., Michael, Fiona, Dilraj, Maiyah Mrs. Edvalds: Kevin, Sophia, James, Tadghan, Adalyn, Grayson, Madison, Benjamin, Tawan Ms. Tobiasen: Alicia, Bryn, Alejandro, Sasha, Griffin, Archer Mrs. Rucker: Elliott, Elliot, Joshua, Alvin, Khloe, Sophia, Hark Mrs. Sichmeller: Lily, Quincy, Simranpreet, Alisha, Adams, Jacob, Elliot Ms. Terry: Matthew, Aiden, Jovie, Amy, Pau, Keegan, Sergio, Jayden, Riley, Katelyn, Avari Ms. Alf: Mohammed, Gurshaan, Mia, Connor, Jerrel, Joshua, Georgia, Yolotzy, Carmelita, Navin, Katelyn, Matteo, Balraj
Mr. Nelson: Nathan, Alexa, Calico, Emily, Leena, August, Numtan Ms. Souther: Isabella, Khamari, Mauro, Shonah, Joseph, Caitlyn, Lyric, Crosby, Jermaine, Sam, Brooklynn Mrs. Bunting: Elijah, Roshni, Amy, Jacob, Jalea, Colin, Gurshabd, Benjamin, Elena Mrs. Také: Gael, Valeria, Oscar, Delaney, Amariah, Nathan Ms. H. Walker: Aliyah, Judah, Xiomara, Marina, Diego, Mason, Lilly Mrs. Opie: James, Jasmin, Nathaniel, Graham, Ramon, Shawn, Alyssa, Kamryn, Karis, John Ezer Ms. Buchanan: Elijah, Benjamin, Vera, Haiden, Gurleen, Gavin, Kaylee, Diana, Joseph, Nehemiah Ms. Irvine: Aidan, Morgan, Rebecca, Kadence, Haley, Sofia, Nolan, Savanna, Camila Mrs. C. Walker: Madeline, Adrian, Kordae, Blake, Ryan, Jordyn, Ashlyn, Aaron, Savannah, Gurjot, Kylie Ms. Port: Miguel, Nyisha Mr. Hirsch: Sophia, Sofia, Mika Ms. Mall: Zayvion, Suheila, Jessalyn Ms. Steed: Issah, Olivia