February 2019 Meredith Hill Messenger

Volume 24 Issue 6

Helen Babbin, Interim Principal

Elli Rushing, Assistant Principal

Lynette Edwards, Office Manager

Brenda Bargelt, Secretary

Cindy Amato, Office Clerk

February 2019 Meredith Hill Messenger 5830 S 300 Pl, Auburn, WA 98001 253-945-3200

February Calendar 1—Semester Break, No School

4—Coffee with the Principal, 9:30

5—Diversity

6—Early Release, 2:10

7—Cookie Day!

7—B.O.B. Practice

11—KC Club

12—P.T.A. Meeting, 7:00

13—Diversity

13—Handwriting Class, 3:40-4:45

18—President’s Day, No School

19—B.O.B. Practice

20—Read & Lead Bookstore


21—Cookie Day!

21—KC Club

21—Family Game Night, 6:00-7:00

25—Diversity



March Calendar 1—KC Club

5—Diversity 5—Girls on the Run, 3:40-5:15


7—B.O.B. Practice

7—Girls on the Run, 3:40-5:15

11—KC Club

11—Track Practice, 3:40-5:15



12—Steel Drum Performs for

School Board Meeting @ MH

12—P.T.A. Meeting, 7:00

13—Diversity

13—Early Release, 2:10 13—Kilo Academic Showcase for

5th Grade, 5:00-7:00

14—Cookie Day!


14—1/2 Concert, 9:40 & 7:00


15—Spring Pictures 18—Coffee with the Principal, 9:30


19—KC Club



20—Read and Lead Bookstore


21-22—Student Led Conference,

No School



27—S.T.E.M. Night

Greetings Meredith Hill Families,

Here we are, already at the mid-point of our school year! Our

teachers are currently conducting mid-year assessments in

IRLA (reading) and iReady (reading and math) and are

working on first semester report cards, which will be coming

home on February 8th. Our report cards tell you which

standards your child has been working on this first semester

and how they are progressing toward meeting standard.

Students receive a 1-2-3-4 rating on each standard assessed

and do not receive an overall English language arts or math

“grade.” This scoring by standard gives you detailed

information regarding which standards and skills your child is

meeting, and which skills and concepts they are still

practicing.

Washington state law requires that we indicate if you child is

currently meeting benchmark standard in reading and their

current reading level on report cards. We assess our students’

independent reading level using the “Independent Reading

Level Assessment” or IRLA. If you have any questions about

your child’s report card please do not hesitate to contact their

teacher or me; and keep reading, reading, reading at home!

February is when I review my classroom observation data and

have mid-year conversations with teachers about their

professional and student growth goals. We celebrate

successes and work together to determine the best

professional development strategies and partnerships to

increase teacher capacity with high leverage instructional

strategies.

Please mark your calendar for next month’s Coffee with the

Principal on March 4th from 9:30 – 10:30. We celebrate

successes and discuss important questions from parents.

Please note that SLCs are just around the corner. They will be

in March. Please look for information that will be coming

home soon. Please make sure that you are signed up for

Parent Vue, as this will be our next push in March.

Warm Regards,

Helen Babbin Interim Principal

Meredith Hill Messenger

5830 S 300 Pl, Auburn, WA 98001 253-945-3200 Page 2

Calling All 5-Year-Olds! Kindergarten Registration

2019-2020 Do you know a family in this area with a child who will be 5 years old by August 31st? We'd like to

meet them, too! Kindergarten registration is happening now. Our office is open to receive

registrations from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and we hope you'll help us spread the word! You can

begin the registration process online at fwps.org/kiosk but will still need to come in to complete the

process.

We're already making plans for next year's kindergarten

program! To plan in advance for these classes, we need

everyone to sign up!

At the time of registration parents are asked to bring or

upload:

(1) their child’s original birth certificate;

(2) immunization records;

(3) proof of residency (bank statement, drivers license,

utility bill, or rental agreement)

Immunizations required to begin kindergarten are:

Hepatitis B- 3 doses (last dose at/after age 24 months)

DTaP- 5 doses (if last dose is after 4th birthday, 5th dose is not needed)

Polio (IPV)- 4 doses (if last dose is after 4th birthday, dose 4 not needed)

Varicella- 2 doses

MMR- 2 doses after 1st birthday

Our Kindergarten Jump Start for parents and students will be held on

Tuesday, June 4th at 6:30. We can hardly wait to meet the class of 2032!

Join Us, FWPS PreK – 12 SCHOLARS & FAMILIES

FOR THE THIRD ANNUAL STEM EXPLORATION NIGHT Why attend? Over 80+ booths: businesses, colleges, apprenticeship programs, and much more. Check out cool projects from our STEM clubs and Sphero robotic clubs. Fun activities: Hack-a-thon, Microsoft Experience Room, Chess Tournament and more!

Wed., March 27, 2019, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., Federal Way High School

Light meal provided. Interpreters will be available. Childcare will not be provided, but the whole family is welcome!

Download the FWPS app or visit www.fwps.org/STEMExpo for more information, including transportation and parking details.



Teams have formed and are practicing for our building’s Battle of the Books, which will be on Tuesday, April 2nd. Each team member needs to read at least four of the titles and complete a story map for those books. Books are selected from titles nominated for the Young Reader’s Choice and the Sasquatch Awards. Upcoming practice sessions are on February 7, 19, 27 and March 7, 15, and 27th. The team that wins our building B.O.B. will represent our school at the district BOB on May 1st at Todd Beamer High School.

Super 3 Research Process Third through fifth grade students are applying the Super 3 Research Process while completing their class projects. First the students plan by choosing the topic and understanding the requirements of the research assignment. Next they access websites and books for information about the topic, take notes, and complete the project. Lastly, they review the rubric and reflect upon the quality of the project. This process can be applied when purchasing a new item, making a decision, or learning new information about a specific subject. Be sure to ask your students about the project they are currently researching!

17 of Meredith Hill's mathletes gave up a Saturday to join mathletes from across the region at Thomas Jefferson High School on Saturday, January 19th in a competition. They worked hard and had a lot of fun. The following mathletes placed in the top 10 for their division: Kailen competed in the 4th grade division earned 4th place in Ciphering and Individual Test. Graham competed in 5th grade division placed 10th place Individual Test. And our 5th grade team consisting of Graham, Ryan, Nathan B., and James competed in the 5th grade division and took 10th place.

Congratulations to our mathletes for a job well done!

Attention Chaperones It is the time of year when our classes begin going on field trips. This is always a fun time for our students. All volunteers and chaperones must have an approved WSP background check on file.

Applications are available in the office and are free to the applicant. The approval takes a few weeks so be sure to get yours in early.

Federal Way Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin

or ethnicity, religion, creed, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, marital or family status, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal. The District provides

equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.

Thank you so much for the box tops-they sure add up!

Meredith Hill received $497 for them so far.

Keep those box tops coming!!

-February 18th—No School February 6th & 27th—Early dismissal, 2:10

Not Enough Books For our Scholars!!

“How can this be?” Well, many of our books are not ready to be in the hands of our students.

“Why?” Because we need to determine the level of the text so that students are matched up with books that they can read independently, before the books go into the classrooms.

“Can I help?” Yes, you can!!!

We need volunteers to search the IRLA database of titles, to identify the level of each book. Once the level for the book is identified, we designate that level with colored tape and get it into the class-rooms; into the hands of our readers.

“But I don’t have a lot of time.” That’s o.k. Share with us 30, 40, 60 or more minutes and we’ll get this job done! If you’d like to work from home, we can even accommodate that too.

Won’t you help us get more books into the hands of our Meredith Hill Readers? Contact Mrs. K. Wilson, our instructional coach, to volunteer, 253-945-3216.



Connection Corner with the Family Liaison

We have finished our first semester and it’s already time for our 5th grade families to be aware

of some middle school transition opportunities to be informed and prepared for 6th grade. Here

are some upcoming events that may be of interest to you and your child. Please let me know if

you have any questions or concerns.

TRANSITION TO MIDDLE SCHOOL

Kilo Middle School:

5th Grade Registration & Academic Showcase at Kilo Middle School — Wednesday, March

13th, 5:00 –7:00 pm, 4400 South 308th Street

Parents and students will get to meet 6th grade teachers, the counselor, and the principal;

complete course registration forms; learn about middle school academics and see 6th grade

curriculum and material; learn what to expect at middle school; go on guided tours of the

school; learn about Restorative Practices; and learn about clubs and activities.

5th Grade Visit to Kilo – Thursday, May 23rd, during the school day; students ride bus to

Kilo with 5th grade teachers for an interactive visit with some of the Kilo staff and students

Federal Way Public Academy (college preparatory, grades 6-10, Choice/lottery enrollment):

Information Night – Wednesday, February 13th, 7:00-8:30 pm, 34620 9th Ave S

CHOICE ENROLLMENT

From the FWPS website https://www.fwps.org/Page/434:

Choice Enrollment is a placement at a school which is located outside of a student’s resident

service area or district.

Resident students accepted on Choice Enrollment will be accepted for the K-12 continuum

feeder pattern (except for Choice schools or limited space programs) outlined in Procedure

3131P

Only one Choice Enrollment application will be accepted for each scholar. The application

bearing the most current date will be entered into the lottery if multiple Choice Enrollment

applications are received for the same scholar.

Families interested in Cambridge or the International Baccalaureate (IB) must apply

separately for these educational programs to the schools which offer them. Acceptance into

educational programs does not guarantee placement at the schools where these programs are

offered.

Choice Enrollment applications will be accepted FROM STUDENTS RESIDING IN

DISTRICT and permanent district staff at the Educational Service Center (33330 8th

Ave South) until 4:30 pm, February 20th.

Please refer to the FWPS website for more information or contact me if you have any questions.

Laurie Wenneman (Mrs. W.)

253-945-3210

Email: [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]



SPANISH

Únete a nosotros, FWPS PreK-12 Escolares y Familias

PARA LA TERCERA NOCHE ANNUAL DE EXPLORACION

¿Por qué asistir? Mas de 80+cabinas: negocios, universidades, programas de aprendizajes y mucho más. Echa un vistazo a proyectos interesantes de nuestros clubes STEM y clubes de esfera robótica. ¡Actividades entretenidas: Hack-a-thon, Cuarto de experiencia Microsoft, Torneo de Ajedrez y más!

Miércoles 27 de marzo, 2019, 6-8 p.m., Federal Way High School

Comida ligera se proporcionará. Habrá intérpretes disponibles. No habrá cuidado de niños, ¡pero toda la familia es bienvenida!

Descargue la aplicación FWPS o visite www.fwps.org/STEMExpo para obtener más información, incluido el transporte y los detalles de estacionamiento.

KOREAN

우리와 함께 하십시오, FWPS 프리K - 12학년 학생들과 가족들

제 3회 연례 스템(STEM) 탐구의 밤

왜 참가하는가? 80군데 이상의 부스 참여: 기업체, 대학, 견습 프로그램 이외 더 많은 볼 거리. 스템 클럽과

스피로 로보틱 클럽의 멋있는 프로젝트를 살펴보십시오. 흥미로운 것들: 해커톤, 마이크로소프트 체험실,

체스 토너먼트 등!

2019년 3월 27일 수요일, 6-8시, 페더럴웨이 고등학교.

가벼운 식사 제공. 통역관 대기, 아동보호는 제공되지 않으나 온 가족의 참여를 환영합니다!

교통편과 주차 등에 대해 더 많은 정보를 원하시면 FWPS 앱을 다운로드하시거나 www.fwps.org/

STEMExpo 를 방문하십시오.

RUSSIAN

Присоединяйтесь к нам, посетите, Мероприятие школьного округа “FW”для учащихся начиная с

подготовительных групп и до 12 класса, и их родителей

ТРЕТЬЕ ЕЖЕГОДНОЕ МЕРОПРИЯТИЕ “STEM EXPLORATION NIGHT”

Почему следует посетить это мероприятие? Более 80 различных стендов будут представлять: предприятия,

колледжи, учебные программы и многое другое. Вы сможете познакомиться с интересными проектами

наших кружков “STEM” и работой клубов “Sphero” занимающихся робототехникой. Примете участие в

забавных играх: “Hack-a-thon,” Увидите “Microsoft Experience Room,” примете участие в турнире по

шахматам и во многом другом!

Среда, 27 марта 2019г. С 6-ти до 8-ми часов вечера, В школе “Federal Way High School”

Будут предложены легкие закуски. При необходимости Вы сможете воспользоваться услугами

переводчиков. Услуги по присмотру за маленькими детьми не будут предоставляться, но приглашаются все

члены семей.

Воспользуйтесь мобильным приложением “FWPS” или посетите веб-сайт www.fwps.org/STEMExpo для более подробной информации и информации о парковке машин.

UKRAINIAN

Приєднуйтеся До нас, Від PreK до 12 класу учні і сім’ї

НА ТРЕТІЙ РІЧНИЙ STEM ВЕЧІР ДОСЛІДЖЕННЯ

Навіщо відвідувати? Більше 80 + стендів: підприємства, коледжі, програми навчання і багато іншого.

Довідайтесь про цікаві проекти з наших клубів STEM та Sphero клубу робототехніки. Розваги: Hack-a-thon,

Мікрософт кімната досвіду, шаховий турнір та багато іншого!

Середа, 27 березня 2019 року, 6 - 8 год., Federal Way High School

Надаватиметься легка їжа. Будуть доступні перекладачі. Догляд за дітьми не надаватиметься, але вся сім'я

запрошується!

Завантажте програму FWPS або відвідайте веб-сайт www.fwps.org/STEMExpo для отримання додаткової

інформації, включаючи інформацію про транспорт і паркування.

SOMALI

Naggu Soobiir, ARdayda iyo Qoysaska Dugsiyada dadweynaha ee Federal way

SANADGUURADA SADDEXAAD HABEENKA CILMIBAARISTA STEM

Maxaan uga sooqeybgali? Waxkabadan 80 ganacsi, kulliyadaha, barnaamijyada tababarka, iyo wax kaloo badan. Kahubi mashaariic wanaagsan Naadiyadda STEM iyo Robotyada Sphero. Waxyaabo xiisaleh: Hack-a-ton, Waayo aragnimo laxariirto qolka Microsoft, tartan ciyaarta shaxda iyo waxkaloo ba-dan!

Arbaco, Maarso 27, 2019, 6 – 8 p.m., Dugsiga Sare ee Federal Way

Waxaa ladhiibayaa cunto fudud, waxaa diyaar ah turjubaano, Carruurto loomahayo daryeel gaar ah laakiin Qoyskoodhan way lasoodhaweynayaa!

Soo rogo appka FWPS ama booqo boga internetka www.fwps.org/STEMExpo si aad uhesho akhbaar dheeri ah oo ay kujirto Gaadiidka iyo meelaha ladhigan hayo.

http://www.fwps.org/STEMExpo







We would like to celebrate our scholars that have earned perfect attendance for the month of January!

Mrs. Hill AM: Hudson, Cora, Jack, Hayden, Olivia Mrs. Roper AM: Alessandra, Emily, Payton, Jon, Caden Mrs. Hill PM: Brayan, Eliana, Lucia, Ray, James Mrs. Roper PM: Chelsea, Mason, Ryah Ms. Crane: Dominick, Kayla, Benjamin, Krishna, Carly, Alondra, Alexander, Joshua, Trust, Raine, Jamil Mrs. Friedman: Alivia, Sebastian, Jayden, Madden, Hannah, Aria Mrs. Powell: Chloe, Aniyah, Ethan, Ayana, Nudar, Ashlee, Lillyahna, Suri, Aka Mrs. Cushman: Malcolm, Zachariah, Ethan E., Emilio, Ethan G., Michael, Fiona, Dilraj, Maiyah Mrs. Edvalds: Kevin, Sophia, James, Tadghan, Adalyn, Grayson, Madison, Benjamin, Tawan Ms. Tobiasen: Alicia, Bryn, Alejandro, Sasha, Griffin, Archer Mrs. Rucker: Elliott, Elliot, Joshua, Alvin, Khloe, Sophia, Hark Mrs. Sichmeller: Lily, Quincy, Simranpreet, Alisha, Adams, Jacob, Elliot Ms. Terry: Matthew, Aiden, Jovie, Amy, Pau, Keegan, Sergio, Jayden, Riley, Katelyn, Avari Ms. Alf: Mohammed, Gurshaan, Mia, Connor, Jerrel, Joshua, Georgia, Yolotzy, Carmelita, Navin, Katelyn, Matteo, Balraj

Mr. Nelson: Nathan, Alexa, Calico, Emily, Leena, August, Numtan Ms. Souther: Isabella, Khamari, Mauro, Shonah, Joseph, Caitlyn, Lyric, Crosby, Jermaine, Sam, Brooklynn Mrs. Bunting: Elijah, Roshni, Amy, Jacob, Jalea, Colin, Gurshabd, Benjamin, Elena Mrs. Také: Gael, Valeria, Oscar, Delaney, Amariah, Nathan Ms. H. Walker: Aliyah, Judah, Xiomara, Marina, Diego, Mason, Lilly Mrs. Opie: James, Jasmin, Nathaniel, Graham, Ramon, Shawn, Alyssa, Kamryn, Karis, John Ezer Ms. Buchanan: Elijah, Benjamin, Vera, Haiden, Gurleen, Gavin, Kaylee, Diana, Joseph, Nehemiah Ms. Irvine: Aidan, Morgan, Rebecca, Kadence, Haley, Sofia, Nolan, Savanna, Camila Mrs. C. Walker: Madeline, Adrian, Kordae, Blake, Ryan, Jordyn, Ashlyn, Aaron, Savannah, Gurjot, Kylie Ms. Port: Miguel, Nyisha Mr. Hirsch: Sophia, Sofia, Mika Ms. Mall: Zayvion, Suheila, Jessalyn Ms. Steed: Issah, Olivia

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