Phelps is putting a school-wide focus on writing. In looking at our 3rd and 4th grade MCAS data, as well as samples of student responses, we have decided to increase our efforts as a full faculty in supporting students writing skills. Staff are working in groups which include teachers from every grade level, special education, interventionists, and specialists to strategize how to best support growth. More resources and information about our commitment to this area will be coming home throughout the school year.
You can help at home too! You can encourage your child to keep a journal - even as young as kindergarten. Kids can draw a picture and then write a sentence or two about it! Older students should be encouraged to practice their writing skills by typing if possible. There are some amazing resources for typing at the ERNI Educational resources website.
Phelps teachers are looking for some help! Every Friday, from 10:00-11:00am we are looking for one volunteer to come in and help teachers with their photocopying. Here is a link for you to sign up.
As a reminder, all volunteers must have a CORI check and have completed our volunteer training. CORI checks are done through the APS central office located at the Junior High. Mrs. Domina runs our volunteer training. She can be reached at sdomina@agawamed.org.
