D46 STUDENTS ARE EXPLORING COMPUTER SCIENCE!
Dear Families, In computer lab, we are participating in the Hour of Code. We are using a variety of sources to introduce our students to computer science. Learning to code can be fun, collaborative, and creative! Students learn: • basic mouse skills • basic blockly computer programming • higher-order thinking, logic and multi-step problem solving • creativity and perseverance Our resources allow our kindergarten through fourth grade students to explore the world of coding. The lessons can take the form of self-guided and self- paced tutorials, “unplugged “activities that require no computer at all or robotics
Some of the vocabulary you may start hearing your students use: • Algorithm – a set of ordered directions for a computer to follow • Bug - a problem/mistake in the algorithm (code/directions) • Debug – fix a problem in the algorithm (code/directions) Did you know that according to Code.org 71% of all new jobs in STEM are in computing or that only 8% of STEM graduates major in computer science? The technology and problem solving skills your children are using can be built upon for future learning and jobs that haven’t even been created yet. We encourage you to talk with your student about what they are learning and spend some time coding together.
Here are some free resources to explore: Websites Apps Code.org Lightbot: Code Hour Tynker.com Hopscotch Scratch.mit.edu Scratchjr Codemoji.com Tynker
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Community Consolidated School District 46 ______565 Frederick Road • Grayslake • Illinois • 60030 (847) 223-3650 FAX (847) 223-3695
Ellen L. Correll Superintendent [email protected] Dear Parents and Guardians,
Community Consolidated School District 46’s Curriculum must include Erin’s Law, an annual state mandated, age-appropriate sexual abuse and assault awareness and prevention program for students Pre-K through 12th grade. Governor Pat Quinn signed Erin’s Law in January 2013.
It is estimated that one in four girls and one in six boys are sexually abused by the time they are eighteen. It is also estimated that about 90 percent of the abusers are known to the child and include relatives, neighbors, babysitters, and family acquaintances.
Erin’s Law requires our schools to educate students on safe touches and unsafe touches; safe secrets and unsafe secrets; and how to “get away and tell today.” Children will also learn how to recognize child sexual abuse, and reduce their vulnerability and encourage them to report abuse.
The curriculum will vary from grade to grade, however it will be developmentally appropriate per grade level. In Pre-School, students receive developmentally appropriate lessons presented by the Zacharias Center. In grades K-4, students will watch a pre-approved video, titled, “It’s Your Body: You’re In Charge,” that meets the requirements of Erin’s Law. If you would like to preview this video, please contact your building administrator.
For grades K-4, videos will be shown to students the week of January 22nd.
For more information regarding Erin’s Law please visit: http://www.isbe.state.il.us/reports/erins-law-final0512.pdf
Please contact your school administration if you have any questions or concerns about Erin’s Law.
Sincerely,
Amanda Woodruff Teaching, Learning & Assessment Coordinator
Community Consolidated School District 46 ______565 Frederick Road • Grayslake • Illinois • 60030 (847) 223-3650 FAX (847) 223-3695
Ellen L. Correll Superintendent [email protected] Estimados padres y tutores,
Comunidad Consolidated School District de 46 plan de estudios debe incluir la Ley de Erin, un mandato del estado, el acoso sexual adecuada a la edad y el conocimiento de asalto y programa de prevención para los estudiantes de Pre-K hasta el 12 grado. El gobernador Pat Quinn firmó la ley de Erin en enero de 2013.
Se estima que una de cada cuatro niñas y uno de cada seis niños son abusados sexualmente antes de la edad de dieciocho. Asimismo, se estima que alrededor del 90 por ciento de los abusadores son conocidos por el niño e incluyen parientes, vecinos, niñeras y conocidos de la familia.
Ley de Erin requiere nuestras escuelas para educar a los estudiantes sobre los contactos físicos seguros y contactos físicos no seguros; secretos seguros y secretos que no son seguros; y la forma de "escapar y contar." Los niños también aprenderán a reconocer el abuso sexual infantil y reducir su vulnerabilidad y los anima a reportar el abuso.
El plan de estudios varían de un grado a otro, sin embargo, será apropiado para el desarrollo por nivel de grado. En Pre-escolar, los estudiantes reciben lecciones apropiadas de desarrollo presentados por el Centro de Zacarías. En los grados K-4, los estudiantes ven un video pre-aprobado, titulado, "Es Su cuerpo: usted está a cargo", que cumpla con los requisitos de la Ley de Erin. Si desea previsualizar el vídeo, póngase en contacto con el administrador del edificio.
Para los grados K-4, los vídeos se mostrarán a los estudiantes entre el 22 de enero de 2018 y 26 de enero de 2018. En 5 - 8 grado, la edad apropiada para el desarrollo de instrucciones que ocurrirá durante la clase de salud de los estudiantes.
Para obtener más información con respecto a la Ley de Erin visite: http://www.isbe.state.il.us/reports/erins-law- final0512.pdf
Por favor, póngase en contacto con la administración de la escuela si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud acerca de la ley de Erin.
Atte,
Amanda Woodruff Teaching, Learning, Assessment & RtI Coordinator
COMMUNITY CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL DISTRICT 46 Inclement Weather Guide to Snow Days and Weather Related School Cancellations
When School Closings Are Necessary
When it is necessary to close schools or the arrival/dismissal time is changed due to severe weather the status of CCSD 46 facilities will be updated here:
www.d46.org CCSD 46 will post closing information on Student and Staff Safety First the district website as well as social media channels (Facebook/Twitter) CCSD 46 puts student and staff safety first, which is why the district takes several factors into consideration when determining whether to close www.emergencyclosingcenter.com schools due to extreme weather. The following are some criteria that are Check the Emergency Closing Center used when making school closure decisions. Invariably, there will be website for information. We are listed as situations that do not fit into these guidelines in which case the DIST #46 (Grayslake Elementary Schools). administration will do its best to provide cancellation information to You may also sign up for email notifications. families as soon as possible.
Local Media: AM Radio: WGN 720, WBBM 780 FM Radio: WXLC 102.3, WIIL (95.1) Considerations for Closing Schools TV: CBS 2, NBC 5, ABC 7, WGN 9, FOX, and CLTV Cold Days Snow Days Other Considerations The 10:00 PM Heavy snow or Blowing snow, winds greater than 20mph evening news icy conditions Heavy accumulation of snow, especially weather forecast overnight during typical travel times predicts wind Heavy snow or chills below -30 Status of streets and sidewalks icy conditions degrees for the Whether buses are unable to run due to that continue or following school extreme cold or unplowed streets worsen during day the day Hazardous driving conditions Power or phone outages Late start option
COMMUNITY CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL DISTRICT 46 INCLEMENT WEATHER GUIDE
If schools are closed…
CCSD 46 Administration will do its best to provide cancellation information to families as soon as possible.
CCSD 46 will notify families by 5:00 AM when schools will be closed due to extreme cold or snow. The district makes every effort to notify parents as soon as possible. If schools are closed for the day all after-school activities in the district, including sports and evening events, will also be cancelled unless otherwise communicated. If school is already in session and conditions begin or continue to worsen, the district will decide by 1:00 PM whether after- school activities will be cancelled for that afternoon.
If schools are not closed… If school is not cancelled and a parent and/or guardian feels that his or her child is safer at home, they may reserve the right to keep them at home. Keeping a child home due to weather will be recorded as an excused absence on the student’s record as long as the parent and/or guardian How is the decision to reports the absence to the school in a timely manner. cancel school made?
Superintendents from area districts start communicating with each other as soon as the weather reports start to look threatening. The superintendents generally try to reach a consensus on school closures. Several districts share bus services or house students from communities across the county. Discussing the decision to close schools with each other is also helpful in considering all of the scenarios and possible outcomes. For questions or concerns related to CCSD 46’s emergency closings or inclement weather guide, please contact Ellen Correll, Superintendent of Schools.
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Car Riders/Parking- Children should arrive at school between 7:50 and 8:00. When dropping off or picking up your child in the turnaround, please stay in your car, pull-up as far as possible, and form two lanes. If you drop off or pick up your child at the main doors, please park your car in the visitor lot and walk your child between the school’s entrance and your vehicle. There is no parking in the turnaround during or after school hours. It serves as an emergency lane and is for moving vehicles only. Please do not block the handicap parking areas or the parking lot entrances.
Bus Riders- Please review the bus rules and procedures (available on our school website) with your children. At bus stops, children should stay off the road and remain on the sidewalk while waiting for the bus.
Visitor procedures- All visitors must enter through the main entrance only. The interior main doors will be locked when school is in session, so visitors will be “buzzed in” and then enter the main office. Upon entry, please sign in, have your ID scanned, and wear a visitor badge. We use a computer identification system for all visitors. Please remember, you will need a valid state ID to enter the building. When you leave, stop by the office and sign out.