Pine Panther Family Newsletter

At Pine Avenue, we are grateful for the strong partnership we share with our families, and we truly value the ways parents support their children’s learning every day. We also want to celebrate the incredible 96% family turnout at our Parent–Student Open House. This level of engagement shows just how much our parents care, and it sends a powerful message to students that their education is a priority. Your involvement strengthens our school community and helps us build the kind of partnership that truly changes student trajectories.

As students mature, their role in their own learning becomes increasingly important. Building responsibility, completing assignments, and staying engaged are skills that help them succeed not only in school, but throughout life. Families play a powerful part in reinforcing these habits at home, and your support makes a tremendous difference. When school and home work together, students experience consistency, confidence, and a clear message that their learning matters.

Looking ahead, we are excited for Parent–Teacher Conferences in October, where teachers will share each student’s current progress, assessment scores, and personalized goals for the 2026–2027 school year. These conversations allow us to celebrate growth, discuss learning needs, and work together to support every child’s success. Conferences are a powerful reminder that students have a full team behind them — teachers, families, and the students themselves — all working together to help them reach their goals.

We are proud of the partnership we have with our Pine Avenue families, and we remain committed to supporting every child with care, high expectations, and a team approach. Thank you for all you do — your involvement truly strengthens our school community.

Together, we can help every student catch up, keep up, and move up.

Your partner in education,

Dr. Konowalow

Parent–Teacher Conferences will be held at Pine Avenue on October 13 and October 22, 2026, from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. These meetings are an important part of our home–school partnership and give families a chance to learn more about the progress students are making so far this year.

Teachers will be sending out their conference schedules on October 1, allowing families time to review available slots and plan ahead.

During conferences, teachers will share current achievement data, classroom performance, and personalized goals for each child. Families and teachers will also discuss strategies that support students in catching‑up, keeping‑up, and moving‑up—ensuring every learner continues to grow toward mastery of grade‑level standards.

We value the time families invest in these conversations and look forward to working together to support each child’s success.

Responsibility Grade 4

Responsibility Grade 5

Student of the Week and Month:

Earning Student of the Week or Month honors as part of a PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) school acknowledgement program can be an exciting and motivating way for students to be recognized for positive behavior. Here are the ways in which students can earn Student of the Week or Month honors:

1. Demonstrates Positive Behavior (Following our ROARS)

• Respect: Treating peers, teachers, and staff with kindness and respect.

• Responsibility: Taking ownership of their actions, completing assignments on time, and following school rules.

• Safety: Taking care of oneself and others as well as reporting concerns to adults

• Citizenship: Contributing to the school community, participating in activities, and setting a positive example.

2. Academic Achievement

• Consistent performance in completing assignments.

• Active participation in class discussions or activities.

• Improvement in grades or work habits.

3. Exhibits a Growth Mindset and GRIT

• Willingness to learn from mistakes and try new strategies.

• Positive attitude toward learning, even when faced with difficulties.

• Seeking help when needed and showing perseverance.

4. Positive Peer Relationships

• Works well with others in group settings and cooperates during activities.

• Demonstrates leadership skills, such as helping others stay on task or resolving conflicts peacefully.

• Treats all peers with dignity, and avoids bullying or exclusionary behavior.

5. Attendance and Punctuality

• Consistent attendance with few or no tardies.

• Showing up on time and being prepared for class.

• Transitioning activities within the daily schedule and/or within the classroom in a timely manner