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Sussex SHARK Tales
Principal's Corner
Looking Ahead
October 2-6- Week of Respect Spirit Week (See below!)
October 10- Picture Day
October 20- Spirit Day- Wear Pink!
October 23- Half Day for Students. Dismissal at 1:20
October 27- Spirit Day! Wear your Sussex Spirit Wear!
October 31- Fall Harvest Day/Halloween Harvest- Parade @ 2:00 p.m.
Attendance Matters
Research shows that missing 10 percent of school, or about 18 days, negatively affects a student's academic performance. These habits are building blocks for academic achievement and personal growth, setting the stage for a bright future. Unless your child is sick, we expect your child to attend school every day.
To review the attendance policy, click here. MSD Attendance Policy
i-Ready Diagnostic Assessment
Your child recently completed the i-Ready Diagnostic Assessment in Reading and Mathematics. Below is information on how to access the iReady Family Reports.
Based on the results of this diagnostic assessment and other assessment information, teachers will be providing differentiated instruction in a blended learning environment, which includes a mixture of teacher and online instruction. The i-Ready online instruction is aligned with the New Jersey Student Learning Standards and is designed to be challenging, engaging, and interactive. The experience attracts and holds your child’s interest while teaching important skills and concepts. Students can also access these lessons at home through Clever. In addition, the link below provides families with information about iReady and how families can help at home.
http://i-ReadyCentral.com/FamilyCenter
Please note that this diagnostic assessment is just a snapshot assessment of performance. If you have any questions about the report, please get in touch with your child’s teacher or contact me.
Week of Respect Spirit Week
The Sussex Home and School Association (HSA)
Please get in touch with our HSA president, Michele Cottone, or any member of our HSA Executive Board at SussexavenueHSA@gmail.com to discuss how you can lend a hand.
Be sure to register on the HSA (Home School Association) website. By registering, you can order school spirit wear, learn about community happenings and HSA-sponsored events, access Sussex family contacts, and more!
https://sussexavenuehsa.membershiptoolkit.com/
Click the blue link for this week's HSA newsletter.