Graves (K-5) Sailor Newsletter

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It was great seeing a lot of our families during last weeks "Trunk-OR-Treat" family event!

We hope to see you during for our Family STEAM Night.

Also, please be on the lookout for Parent Teacher Conference Information from our teachers.

Please see the following newsletter for important information.

UPCOMING EVENTS/IMPORTANT DATES

Monday, November 9: Family STEAM Night (see flyer below for more information)

Monday, November 9: National STEM Day: Dress like a Scientist Day (see flyer below for more information)

Thursday, November 12: 4th Grade Field Trip to The Beverly Arts Center (Uniform Required)

Friday, November 13: End of 1st Trimester

Thursday, November 19: Graves Turkey Trot (out of uniform day-athletic wear/more information coming soon)

Friday, November 20: Graves Spirit Day: Pajama Day (more information coming soon)

Friday, November 20: Report Cards sent home

Monday, November 23: Parent Teacher Conferences 12:30PM-6:30PM (No School for students)

Tuesday, November 24: Teacher Institute Day (No School for students)

Wednesday, November 25 - Friday, November 27: Thanksgiving Break (No School)

Monday, November 30: Classes Resume

Please remember that every Wednesday is a late start 8:50AM-2:50PM

🏆 ATTENDANCE MATTERS 🏆

Check out our attendance percentages for the month of October!

(As a school our goal is to get 95% OVERALL attendance)

We appreciate everyone's efforts in making sure our Graves Sailors are present and ready to learn!

They couldn't have done it without their parents help!

🔬 GRAVES Family STEAM Night 🔬

PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES

Parent Teacher Conferences will be on

Monday, November 23rd from 12:30-3:00 PM and 4:00--6:30 PM.

Please keep in mind that the building will be closed 3:00PM-4:00PM for teacher lunch break

Teachers will be reaching out soon to start setting up appointments.

Remember, that you are given this time to have a conversation regarding your child's academics.

Students do not attend school on this day

STANDARDS BASED GRADING

At Graves we use Standards-Based Grading for grades K-5.

A standards based reporting system is designed to clearly communicate student performance and inform parents about their child’s progress towards achieving

specific learning standards and expectations.

Your child's performance is being measured against the standard, rather than being

compared to other students in the class.

What does a 4 (Meeting) mean?

A student who receives a 4 means...

Student is secure in the grade level standard.
Student understands and applies the grade level standard.
Student independently & consistently applies grade level concept.

What does a 3 (Developing) mean?

A student who receives a 3 means...

Student is developing understanding of the grade level standard.
Student is starting to apply the grade level standard.
Student is starting to apply grade level concept & skill.

What does a 2 (Experimenting) mean?

A student who receives a 2 means...

Student is inconsistent in understanding & applying the grade level standard.
Student has not fully mastered grade level standard.
Student needs assistance in applying the grade level standard.

What does a 1 (Beginning) mean?

A student who receives a 1 means...

Student has not yet mastered grade level standard.
Student is not yet making progress toward understanding the grade level standard.
Student needs continued support & assistance to apply the grade level standard.

PBIS FUNDRAISER

SOCIAL WORKER CORNER

NOVEMBER — Kindness and Gratitude

This Month’s Focus
Kindness and gratitude help children develop positive relationships and appreciate the people and experiences in their lives.

Try It at Home

Share one thing your family is grateful for each day.
Encourage your child to thank someone.
Complete one kind act for someone else.
Notice and praise acts of kindness.

Ask Your Child

“What are you thankful for?”
“How did someone show you kindness?”
“What is one kind thing you can do tomorrow?”

Family Reminder:
Small acts of kindness can make a big difference.

🎂 🍨 BIRTHDAY TREATS & SNACKS POLICY 🧁🍪

We ask that parents do not send in birthday treats for students to distribute. Please read below, as taken from the 2026-2027 District 104 Handbook:

Treats & Snacks [K-5] 1.80 Due to health concerns and scheduling, no birthday treats are allowed. Treats will be limited to certain school-wide celebrations.

DRESS FOR THE WEATHER

The fall weather is here! Students will continue going out for recess every day. Please make sure that your child wears appropriate sweater/jacket to school.

It is recommended that you write your child's name on their belongings as there's always plenty of items left over after lunch/recess.

ABSENCES

In the event of any absence, the student’s parent or guardian is required to call the school before 8:00 a.m. to explain the reason for the absence. If a call has not been made to the school by 10:00 a.m. on the day of a student’s absence, a school official will call the home to inquire why the student is not at school. If the parent or guardian cannot be contacted, the student will be required to submit a signed note from the parent or guardian explaining the reason for the absence.

Failure to do so shall result in an unexcused absence.