Happy November! October was such an exciting month, and I can’t wait to see what November has in store for us. I want to express my gratitude to our teachers, staff, parents, and students for joining us at our Academic Fall Festival. We had a fantastic time playing games and exploring our Book Fair.
I would also like to thank everyone who attended our School Advisory Council meeting on October 30th. This meeting is a great opportunity to learn about grade-level expectations, state standards, district and state assessments, and other curriculum-related topics. Our next meeting is on November 20th at 6:00 PM—please join us!
It is such an honor to serve as your Assistant Principal. We have had so many amazing things happening here at Banyan. I wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who participated in our SAC meeting and Academic Fair on October 30th. We had such a blast!
A friendly reminder that we have implemented a new gate around the school perimeter as part of our commitment to creating a secure environment for our children. Please note that student drop-off will not begin before 7:20 AM. There will be no staff supervision available before this time, and we want to ensure the safety of all our students. To ensure the safety of all students, please form a line on 50th Street facing east and avoid blocking the gates for staff entry.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in adhering to this schedule.
Happy Fall! November is a busy month for our little Pre-K learners. Our little ones are becoming more comfortable with our school rules and routines. We are also learning fun songs about fall. Unfortunately, this is also the time of year when colds and flu like to visit us so we are practicing ways to stay healthy by covering sneezes, practicing proper handwashing, and staying home to get proper rest when sick.
For Reading, Students will continue learning about how characters are different. similarities & differences between information given in visuals and words in an informational text. Students will continue to work on learning about punctuation, blending sounds to make words, and recognizing beginning and ending sounds in words, recognizing story elements in a text.
For Math, Kindergarten will be working on Addition and Subtraction, and we will be reviewing sorting and classifying objects into different categories, comparing numbers to see which number is greater than or less than.
For Science, Students will be learning all about objects that make sound and vibrate.
For Social Studies, Students will be learning about before & after, first, next, last, timelines, ways to describe days,/ past, present, future.
Please make sure you are checking your child's Banyan Folder daily for important information.
Happy November! We are now in the second quarter and our first graders are working hard. We have some exciting activities and learning planned for this month. Here's what you can expect:
What We’re Learning
Reading:
In reading, students are learning new high frequency words as well as working on decoding words with short vowels and l blends. We are also working on identifying and describing main story elements and retelling a story using the story elements.
Math: In math, students are working on understanding the meaning of the equal sign.
Science: In science, students are continuing to learn about patterns of movements, stars, and gravity.
Social Studies:
In social studies, students will apply understanding of chronological terminology as they learn more about key figures and groups that contributed to American History. In addition, students will identify celebrations and national holidays that specifically honor the achievements of people, events, and our nation’s ethnic heritage. Reminders:
· Please ensure your child has a change of clothes for any accidents.
· Remember to check your child’s planner/ class dojo for important notes and updates.
Thank you for your continued support! We’re looking forward to a fun and educational month. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out.
Second grade is working hard in all subject areas. In reading, students are learning about character perspective, plot, and inferencing. Students are also continuing to look back in the story and locate their text evidence. In math, students are using manipulatives to help solve place value equations and different strategies to solve two-digit addition and subtraction equations. In Social Studies, our scholars are learning about the continents and oceans. In Science, our second graders are learning about uses of energy which consists of how people use electricity or other forms of energy to cook food, cool or warm the homes, and power cars.
Please continue to read daily with your student and look in their folder and planner. Please contact the front office if there is a change in dismissal.
Thank you for your continued support.
We are beginning a new literary unit of study in reading. Students will be learning about government and how it benefits its citizens. Third graders have also been working on Text Features and are learning how they help us better understand a text.
Topic 5 in math is all about geometry! Students are learning about points, lines, and the properties of quadrilaterals. We will be practicing with manipulatives and two- and three-dimensional representations.
In science, we are learning all about light. Students will learn that light travels in straight lines until reflected or refracted by another object.
Finally, our terrific third graders are working hard with writing their five-sentence paragraphs. We are seeing lots of growth in our scholars!
In fifth grade, we are beginning a new literary unit of study in reading. Students will be working on explaining central idea, analyzing an author’s perspective, and comparing and contrasting primary and secondary sources! Please make sure your child is reading each night to strengthen their vocabulary and foster a life-long love of reading.
Students have learned different strategies to solve their division problems, including partial quotients, area models, and the standard algorithm in Topic 5! As we enter Topic 6, we will continue division, but with decimal numbers. Students continue to get review lessons in small groups, and all fifth graders are working to complete their weekly goals in iReady math. Please continue to support your child by monitoring their homework, planner, and backpack.
In science, we have learned all about the atomic theory. Students completed an experiment with microscopes to see the magnification of organisms that helped them master the standard! Our next science focus is physical and chemical changes! Students are also working towards completing their study plan on Progress Learning!
Finally, our fabulous fifth graders are continuing to complete their individualized data trackers. As they record their test scores, they are setting new goals for improvement.
Math Tips:
- Be positive about math!
- Let your child know that everyone can learn math.
- Let your child know that you think math is important and fun.
- Point out the ways in which different family members use math in their jobs.
- Be positive about your own math abilities. Try to avoid saying "I was never good at math" or "I never liked math".
- Encourage your child to be persistent if a problem seems difficult.
- Praise your child when he or she makes an effort and share in the excitement when he or she solves a problem or understands something for the first time.
Math Collaboration with Home & School
Students should complete 45 minutes weekly on their pathway on i-Ready. iReady Math is an online program that will assist students with mastering grade-level math skills.
Hello Parents,
HOW TO PAY STUDENT OBLIGATIONS INSTRUCTIONS
Computer Access Instructions
1. Go to https://www.browardschools.com/banyan
2. Scroll down until you see a section called Find It fast. Click on Online Payments.
3. You will be taken to your school’s Online Payments – Estore. Under the heading Online Payments- Estore, click on the blue person icon.
4. You will see a screen that looks like the following. You will either sign in with an existing account or under New User, Create an account
5. In the gray box on the left of the screen Under the header of Account Menu, click on student/employee profile. Choose Add Student/Employee Profile if you do not see your name and enter your information including your student ID number, click on save when done. If you already have an account, you will see your name under Select Student/Employee Profile to View. Select your profile.
6. You should see a screen with your student number and titles and costs of the books. If you try and click on the pay boxes, it will not let you. Go to step 7 to do this.
7. Go to the top blue bar and click on Pay Obligation. Select your name from Student Profile. DO NOT SELECT SCHOOL. Click on the boxes next to the book titles to choose the books you are paying for. Apple Pay is currently not working. Add to cart and you will be sent to the pay screen.
8. Please take a screenshot of their final payment and keep it until all obligations are completely cleared. It can often take 2-3 business days for payments to be processed.
Citizenship is the character trait for November. Citizenship is knowing, understanding, and displaying a high regard for rules, laws, government, heritage and for those who have served and sacrificed for community and country
During the month of November, all students in grades K – 5 will participate in a Cyber Safety lesson with the School Counselor. They will learn to identify and practice strategies to stay safe and be kind online.
The internet can be an intriguing place for children to socialize and connect with others. But it is important for parents to supervise children’s online activities to keep them safe. Here are a few tips for practicing online safety with your children .
Recognize that your child might be spending too much time online.
· Difficulty staying awake during the day
· Loss of interest in offline activities
· Being dishonest about time spent online
· Body pain such as headaches, neck pain, and backaches
· Weight gain from reduced physical activity
Set limits for Online Activity.
· Keep all digital devices in public spaces.
· Choose age-appropriate apps and games.
· Set a limit for the time your child can spend online.
· Provide offline alternatives to help your child balance their time online.
Remind your child of safety guidelines.
· Ask an adult before going online.
· Log on and off safely.
· Never share personal information online.
· Talk only to people they know online.
· Ask before clicking on unknown links or pop-ups.
Recognize signs of inappropriate online exposure.
· Being secretive about their online activity
· Switching screens when approached
· Using sexual or inappropriate language
Keep communication open.
· Encourage your child to ask before they access a digital device or go online.
· Oversee your child internet usage such as the amount of time, the websites, and the people they interact with.
· Encourage your child to talk to you if they ever feel uncomfortable or scared online.
· If your child is contacted by a predator, sees inappropriate material, or experiences cyberbullying:
▫ Talk with your child calmly to reassure them.
▫ Answer any of their questions.
▫ Exit the site and revise the privacy settings.
▫ Talk to school officials if cyberbullying is occurring between students