April is here!

I thought it was funny :)

I cannot keep up with the fast clock, the passing days, months, quarters.  It is all too fast.  This first week of April brings many opportunities for our Marshall students!  An opportunity to show off "Monkey Song" on the violin.  An opportunity to complete the writing assignment in preparation for AzMERIT.  An opportunity to crush the AzMERIT - Go Fifth Graders!!!! ("try your hardest, do your best, and always remember you are more than a test")!  An opportunity to really analyze Marshall's greatest needs and develop our Integrated Action Plan for FY20.  And an opportunity for us all to support each and every student in their performances (from Suzuki violin to AzMERIT and each effort in between)!  April is going to be Amazing!!  Thank you for supporting all of our kiddos in the hall, at lunch, in passing. Even the simplest connection (a smile, a hello, a good morning, acknowledging a haircut, a kind word of encouragement) can have a profound impact on that child’s day.

Technology Bond Update

~ Ipads have been chosen as the device for secondary.

~ IPAD carts will move down from H.S. to elementary in Spring of 2020. 

AdvancED Update

~Eleot observations will continue this week with myself, Overton and McAllister. 

~It has come to my attention that many are confused about the numerous survey requests coming from FUSD.  I hope this will help clarify:

• In December, myself, Overton and McAllister went to AdvancED training and completed online certifications. We will continue to pop in unannounced for 20 min to collect data via observation.  This is NOT an evaluation.
• In January, the Engagement Surveys went out to certified teachers and students (McAllister facilitated student surveys in Technology class). 
• In February, the Marshall Leadership Team met for close to 6 hours to complete the AdvancED School Quality Factor Diagnostic and is currently collecting evidence for May deadline. 
• In March (over spring break), FUSD sent out the Continuous Improvement Survey (CIS) to certified staff AND parents.  This was confusing for those who are Marshall certified staff and parents of students in the district.  There are two separate surveys.  
• In April, staff and students will take the Culture & Climate Survey. McAllister will facilitate student surveys for grades 3-5 again. 

~Your Marshall Leadership Team is working hard to complete the School Quality Factor Diagnostic.  Want to learn more?  We will discuss as a staff in May!

School Improvement Plan

~The CNA (Comprehensive Needs Analysis) has been completed.  Next, the Marshall Leadership Team will solidify our IAP (Integrated Action Plan) and I will be submitting the TSI (Targeted Support and Innovation) Grant application by mid April.  Want to learn more?  Please ask us:

Marshall Leadership Team 2019/20
Janelle Reasor, Principal

Denise Hauer, Program Specialist 

Stephanie Perkins, EL Specialist

Steve McAllister, Staff Support Chair and Special Area Teacher representative

Heather Overton, Parent Engagment Chair and Primary representative

Cindy Foubert, Intermediate representative 

Russ Kasch, Instructional Specialist

Amy Hanno, Instructional Specialist 

Bus Duty: 3rd Grade

Evaluations: 2nd round begins...

Voice Activated Copier is AMAZING! 
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Coming UP

Monday, April 1^st
~5:30-6:30pm Kindergarten Suzuki Performance @ Hurley

Tuesday, April 2^{nd
~5th AzMERIT Article for your pleasure}

~5:30-6:30pm First grade Suzuki Performance @ Hurley

Wednesday, April 3^rd

^{~5th AzMERIT}
~2/3 and 4/5 Lunch switch
~4:00-5:00pm Reasor & Overton at Safety Committee
~4:30-5:30pm PTO in Library
~5:30-6:30pm 2nd grade Suzuki Performance @ Hurley    
 Thursday, April 4^th

^{~5th AzMERIT}
~2/3 and 4/5 Lunch switch
~Arnold & Grimmett to Grand Canyon

Friday, April 5^th
~Guardian Air landing on Marshall field 9am.
Take off at 10am.  Please no students on the playground during landing or take off.
~12:45-1:45pm PBIS committee meeting. 

While Marshall students in grades 3-5 will work so hard to crush their test, I know that they are crushing so much more because of You!!!  YOU helped her learn how to be just a little more empathetic.  YOU saw him light up when he crushed his cold read and shattered his previous record.  YOU watched all four students raise their arms in victory when time was up and they progressed in REFLEX Math.  YOU helped them submit their first ever pod cast for the NPR competition.  YOU will take too many pictures on your iPad when your students perform onstage at Hurley Theatre.  YOU were able to touch base with a newly split family who needs communication to maintain their sanity.  YOU welcomed a new foster student to Marshall and reassured his family that he is in great hands.  YOU value the whole child and your role in shaping their future.  I am beyond proud of YOU and the work you do!  Genuinely!

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