Elementary Weekly News
Oct. 27-31, 2025
Hello Elementary Team,
End of 1st Quarter: Please continue to upload your data to the Google Drive if not done so yet. Thank you for your work on completing this. I will be reviewing the tracking progress this week.
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Please upload student work or the tracking form you used into their artifact folders if you haven't yet.
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You can find the link to each folder inside the student’s profile.
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Artifacts should only reflect the goals you are tracking.
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If you need any help, Lauralynn is happy to support with scanning and uploading.
Thank you for staying on top of this important document.
Class Observations: Class Observations are underway! I will be attending class observations this week. If you have not scheduled one (or need to reschedule), please contact Lauralynn asap via email.
Red Ribbon Week is a national drug-prevention campaign held every year to promote healthy, safe, and drug-free choices (Oct. 27-31). During this week, Chrissy will use SEL time to discuss Red Ribbon Week, so please provide support this week. Thank you!
ADHD Awareness Month: Please wear Wear Orange on 10/29 to recognize ADHD, to increase understanding of Attention-Deficient/Hyperactivity Disorder, and to support students who experience challenges with attention, impulsivity, or regulation. The purpose of this awareness is to promote information, reduce stigma, and encourage strategies and environments that help students with ADHD succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.
Reminders:
Google Drive Photos: Keep adding classroom photos so Amy and I can share the wonderful things happening in our school with families.
Thank you for your continued commitment to fostering academic excellence, cultural awareness, and school spirit in our classrooms. Your dedication makes a lasting difference in the lives of our students.
Keep up the great work, team!
Vision Statement- NEW!
The Maryland School for the Deaf will empower every student to reach their full potential and lead enriched, meaningful lives.
Mission Statement- NEW!
The Maryland School for the Deaf provides an inclusive, language-rich environment for deaf and hard-of-hearing students from birth through age 21. Rooted in a bilingual education approach, we ensure full access to American Sign Language and English across comprehensive academic, extracurricular, and student life programs. In partnership with families and communities, we empower students to think critically and develop a sense of self and belonging..
Building Together,
Patty
Field Trip Status
Please check with Lauralynn on DIP Eligibility & status of your vehicles a week before the trip event.
- 12/3/25 -- 3rd Grade Class Field Trip to MD Science Center (APPROVED)
- 12/9/25 -- WALKING TRIP: Bonnie's 3rd Gr Art Class to Delaine Art Ctr (APPROVED)
- 3/19/26 -- 4th Gr Class Field Trip to Maryland Science Ctr (APPROVED)
- 5/26/26 -- Kindergarten Class Field Trip to DC National Zoo (APPROVED)
- 6/3/26 -- WALKING TRIP: 4th Gr Class to Burr Artz Library (APPROVED)
The deadline has passed for submitting your Activity Plan Forms (online). Please see Patty if you have any further questions.
IEP
Be sure to review the IEP Draft due dates and the meetings. I will post weekly IEP meetings here to remind you.
IEP meetings:
Monday, Oct 27 -- Cyn @ 10:30am (Nicole)
Tuesday, Oct 28 -- Andrea @ 10:30am (Mike/Dolly); Diane @ 1pm (Mike)
Wednesday, Oct 29 -- None
Thursday, Oct 30 -- Diane @ 1pm (Mike); Brittany @ 1:45pm (Lisa)
Friday, Oct 31 -- None
Important Information and Due Dates
Timesheet
- Be sure to enter your timesheet on time (It's advisable to do it on Fridays - look at your google calendar for which dates yours is due)- Direct link (Also- be mindful of Holidays- and follow HR instructions) DUE on Fridays, weekly, by 2pm.
Newsletter and Emails to Families
- Biweekly Newsletter,
- Email biweekly on 1 or 2 students- praises
- CC me in all emails and newsletter - REQUIRED
Adults present in the classroom- REMINDER
- An adult needs to be present at all times with students
- There should not be any time when students are alone
- Text the support team if you need someone to relieve you- ask an aide or someone nearby to cover for you
Monday, October 27
- Subs for Victoria (full day)
Tuesday, October 28
- Subs for Victoria (full day)
- Sub for Amanda (full day)
Wednesday, October 29
- Subs for Victoria (full day)
Thursday, October 30
- Subs for Victoria (full day)
Friday, October 31
- Subs for Victoria (full day)
LUNCH
LUNCH A -- 10:50a - 11:20a
Lauralynn, Patty, Chrissy M. , and Brooke
Luke and Marti
LUNCH B/C -- 11:20a - 11:50a
Lauralynn, Patty, Chrissy M., and Brooke
Luke and Marti
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RECESS
K/1 Recess--
Daily -- Cara, Nicole, Natalie, Jesus, Kevin, Felicia, Cassidy
2/3 Recess--
Daily -- Lisa, Katie, Dolly, Amanda, Ashley, Kerry
4/5 Recess--
Daily -- Mike, Jodi, Marquise, Tionna, Anesti
Week of October 27 - October 31, 2025
AM Duties (7:45am - 8:00am)
- Early Care/Breakfast: Kevin & Cara
- Bus Riders - Dolly
- Car Riders - Mike & Nicole
- KM Main Door Opener: Lisa
- Backup - Cara/LL
PM Duties (2:45pm - 3:00pm)
- Bus - Jodi & Katie
- Car Rider - Cara & Lisa
- Sports Group: Mike (LL)
- Backup - LL / Dolly
Mental Health Team Consultant Request
To make a request for a consultation from someone on the Mental Health Team, please CLICK HERE.
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