Hawk Happenings: Parent Newsletter

Dear Families,

We are finishing DIBELS MOY testing. If you have not received your learner’s score report, it will go home by the end of the week.

We are now beginning Numeracy Testing.

📝 Testing Tips

• Ensure your learner gets plenty of rest

• Arrive on time

• Eat a healthy breakfast

• Encourage them to do their best

Also, I know it's cold, but boots are not a part of the dress code. Please ensure your learner is dressed according to school guidelines.

Thank you for partnering with us to support your learner’s success!

Mrs. Smith

The mission of the St. Helena Early Learning Center is to foster a culture of literacy and numeracy through small group and multi-sensory learning experiences that support learner success and promote strong community engagement

• Prioritize phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.

• Use CKLA, DIBELS, and Amira to monitor and support reading growth.

• Build number sense and problem-solving using Zearn and hands-on strategies.

• Emphasize conceptual understanding with math talks and models.

3. HQIM Implementation

• Teach CKLA and Zearn with fidelity and consistent lesson internalization.
• Align instruction to standards and curriculum pacing guides.

4. Data-Driven Instruction

• Use assessment data to group learners and adjust instruction.
• Monitor progress through iReady, DIBELS, and classroom checks.

5. Developmentally Appropriate Practice

• Integrate academics with play, movement, and SEL.
• Support learner engagement through routines and interactive centers.

6. Differentiation

• Scaffold instruction to meet individual needs.
• Use flexible groups, visuals, and supports for all learners.

7. Vocabulary & Oral Language

• Teach key vocabulary daily.
• Provide frequent opportunities for structured conversation.

8. Clarity & Ownership

• Use child-friendly learning targets and success criteria.
• Encourage goal setting and self-reflection.

Our District Vision is to create an equitable, productive school culture that increases learner success, develops educator effectiveness and builds public confidence.

This is an important reminder about our attendance and truancy guidelines. Regular attendance is essential to your learner’s academic success.

Please note:

• Learners who miss more than 10 days of school are in jeopardy of promotion.

• Excessive absences—whether excused or unexcused—impact your learner’s progress and are reported as part of state truancy guidelines.

We ask for your support in ensuring your learner attends school every day, arrives on time, and stays for the full instructional day unless they are sick.

If you need assistance or have questions about your learner’s attendance record, please contact our office.

Our school is participating in the Community Coffee Cash for Schools Program! ☕️ Please collect Proofs of Purchase from Community Coffee products and send them to school with your child. Every label helps us earn money for resources that directly benefit our learners. Thank you for your support!