Glacier Ridge Gazette

This week, students in each grade level have participated in leadership training that reinforce and implement the concepts of R Factor, led by Laurie Coon, our school counselor. Last week students learned about E + R = O (Event + Response = Outcome). We can’t control the Event that happens to us, but we can control our response, which will have a positive effect on the outcome.

This week included an activity that challenged students to apply the concepts. Fourth and Fifth grade students were dived into groups with different student roles. The viewer looked at a secret item that the group had to build. The view tells a second student, the communicator, attributes of the secret item, who then relays it to the rest of the group, who builds the item. It is an activity to practice communication skills and to get to know other students in the grade level.

Ask your child about the grade level leadership town hall.

If you missed Parent/Guardian night or the principal presentation, you can view the slide deck HERE. Your child’s teacher should also have sent out their slide deck as well. If you have questions, feel free to reach out to your child’s teacher or the office staff.

The elementary grade card is changing starting in the 23-24 school year. DCS is transitioning to a standards based grading system and grade card. The biggest change will be in the 4th and 5th grades, with the removal of the traditional letter grades (A, B, C, etc.). Instead, grades K-5, students will receive M (meeting), P (progressing), or N (needs improvement) in the grade level standards in each subject. These grades will be assigned to specific grade level standards rather than an overall subject.

Here is a district video from the District YouTube channel that overviews the changes you will see on your student's report card this year.

As we think about the changes, it will certainly feel a little different and uncomfortable - especially in 4th and 5th grade. We grew up receiving and understanding traditional letter grades. We knew that an A meant that we were performing well. As the grade decreased, it indicated that we were doing as well in a particular subject. The grade was calculated by averaging all the graded assignments, tests, and quizzes. In theory, this should represent the learning and performance of the child on grade level standards. However, that is not always the case. For example, if your child received an A in math, that doesn’t tell you anything specific about strengths or areas of growth in math specifically. As a parent, we don’t often need information if they are receiving an A and performing well. However, change that to a C, and you certainly want and need more information. A letter grade (either good or bad) doesn’t give the family the information that a grade card intends.

Instead, the student’s performance will be categorized into the grade level standards within a subject area. In each subject area (math, reading, science, etc.), there are many different standards that we are required to teach in each grade level. These standards are end-of-year expectations. These standards are what students should be able to perform by the end of their current grade level. Students will receive a M if they are meeting the current standard. However, if they are receiving a P in the middle of the year, it doesn’t necessarily mean that they are behind.

More information will be forthcoming for families as DCS transitions to the standards based grading system.

Parents of students marked with an unexcused absence will receive automated notification calls. Please note: While completing a Pre-Arranged Absence Form is important and appreciated, a prearranged vacation or trip is still an unexcused absence. However, completing the form lets us account for your child and know that they are safe. It also provides advance notification to their classroom teacher so that both student and teacher can plan accordingly.

Please send all attendance and/or transportation changes to gres_attendance@dublinschools.net and cc: the classroom teacher.

Our annual GRE PTO Tiger Trot fundraiser kicked off this week with two weeks left to donate!

GRE focuses on coming together as one school community, so our fundraiser strives to have 100% schoolwide participation. Participation means donating any dollar amount - large or small. The class with the highest participation percentage will win a $100 gift card for their class. Current class participation leaders include:

• Sholl AM = 20%

• Liszeski = 14%

• Cordle PM = 14%

• Knostman = 13%

To make a donation, visit: https://pledgestar.com/grepto/

Questions: Ashley Homan (ahoman07@yahoo.com)

3rd Grade Boys - Get a running start at making new friends with “Let Me Run”. The “Let Me Run” program inspires boys through the power of running to be courageous enough to be themselves, to build healthy relationships, and to live an active lifestyle. We are starting a program at GRE for 3rd Grade boys and we are looking for students and coaches to join the team. We need at minimum of 6 boys and 2 coaches, training twice a week after school (Tues/Fri) for 7 weeks, starting on the 19 th Sept and ending with a 5k run on Nov 4 th in Westerville. For more information go to LetMeRun.org or contact Alan Roberts (alan.roberts9876@gmail.com). Registration is now open for Glacier Ridge (https://columbus.letmerun.org/teams)

Let Me Run Boys:

• Run with a team of other elementary school students

• Train for 7 weeks after school, 2 days per week (Tuesday and Friday)

• Grow in personal strength, endurance, and goal setting

• Become more aware of your own personal gifts and those of others

• Celebrate the courage to be yourself

• Learn to be a better friend, identify true friends, and embrace positive relationships

• Compete in the end-of-season 5k run

Volunteers are an essential part of the Glacier Ridge Library! Our volunteers help to create a fantastic experience for our students, both in the daily classes and special events throughout the year. If you would like to be a library volunteer, please email Carol Naples, Library Aide, at naples_carol@dublinschools.net.

Would you like to start your day saying “Hello!” to everyone at Glacier Ridge in the morning? Are you in 2nd thru 5th grade? Then sign up to read the morning announcements! If you would like to find out more about this opportunity and sign up to be a Tiger Student Announcer then go to this link via SignUp Genius: GRES Tiger Student Announcements

SECURE VOLUNTEER BADGE - Dublin City Schools takes the safety of our students and staff seriously and requires a background check for all volunteers interacting with students. In order to attend field trips or volunteer in the classroom, you much go through the background check process. The process is free and easy and takes only a few minutes to complete. This is required for any parents or caregivers wishing to volunteer with students.

Sept 4th: No School, Labor Day

Sept 15: Tiger Trot

Sept 18: Tiger Trot rain date

Sept 20: PTO general meeting @ 10am

Sept 20: Fall picture day

Sept 20: Community Levy Information Meeting at GRE @ 6:15pm

Sept 29: PTO Fall Festival @ 6:00 - 8:15pm at Leed's Farm

Oct 2: Yearbook cover art contest begins

Oct 16: Yearbook cover art contest ends

Oct 18: Family conferences - night 1

Oct 20: No school

Oct 23: No school

Oct 25: 5th grade class picture day

Oct 26: Family conferences - night 2

DCSU and Community Conversation

Our next DCSU session and Community Conversation is scheduled for Wednesday, September 20 at Emerald Campus from 6-8:30 p.m. Featured topics include Navigating Club vs School Sports, Literacy and Language at Home, Talking with Youth About Substance Abuse, Understanding the New Graduation Requirements and more. Learn more here.

Now Enrolling - Fall After School Community Education

Looking for fun and entertaining after school programs for your child? The following DCS Community Education classes are now enrolling students.

• Golf Squad

• Bright Yogis

• Drama Kids

• Chess Scholars

• Spanish and French

• Young Rembrandts

• Kung Fu Panda

• Eager Engineers

• Eager Artists

• Stitch and Sew

• Pottery

• Babysitting

Visit the Info Hub/Community Ed page on the district website to enroll.

From the City of Dublin

Overdose Awareness: Use the Medication Drop Box 24/7

With International Overdose Awareness Day happening this week, it’s an important time to reflect on what we can do to eliminate medication abuse. Do your part by disposing of unused or expired drugs at the Justice Center’s designated drop box. What to know.

2 Things for Your Preparedness Month Checklist

To stay in the know during emergencies, Dublin City Schools district residents are encouraged to sign up for two important notification systems: ALERT Franklin and Smart911. Get the details.

There is no school Monday, September 4 in recognition of Labor Day.

If your child will be absent from school, please email our attendance line at gres_attendance@dublinschools.net.

Email: glacierridge_info@dublinschools.net
Website: https://www.dublinschools.net/Domain/18
Location: 7175 Glacier Ridge Boulevard, Dublin, OH, USA
Phone: 614.733.0012
Twitter: @greDCSD