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Study/Testing Taking Tips (2022-2023):
Preparing for the ACAP involves more than just studying. Below are listed several ways you can help your child prepare and be ready to do their best on the ACAP test. This list is not inclusive, if you have any tips that have helped in the past please share them with us.

You can assist your child to prepare for testing by doing the following:
1. Make sure your child gets a good night's sleep before a test, and make sure your child eats properly the day of the test.
2. Maintain a pleasant home environment and avoid unnecessary conflicts. Try to make the morning of the test a pleasant one. Do not add to your child’s stress.
3. Make sure your child has taken any needed medication.
4. Ensure that your child is present during testing (children generally perform better when taking tests in their groups rather than at a make-up time).
5. Get your child to school on time on the day of the test.
6. Wish your child good luck each morning of the test. Tell your child that he/she is special and that you believe in him/her!
7. Remind your child the test is important. Encourage him/her to do his/her best.
8. If your child is too ill to attend, please call the school office.
9. If the test is on a subject for which you can review (spelling test, math facts, etc.), help your child go over the material.
10. Remind your child to listen carefully to the instructions from the teacher and to read the directions and each question carefully.
11. Explain to your child the importance of using time wisely. If your child gets stuck on a question, encourage him or her to make the best guess and move on.
12. Tell your child to attempt to answer all of the questions and not to leave any blank.
13. Encourage your child to stay focused on the test, even if other students finish early.
14. If your child is disappointed after taking a test, reassure him or her that there will be plenty of opportunities to improve and succeed.

Tips to give your child about taking tests:
* Relax. Just do the best you can.
* Your first choice is usually correct. Don't change an answer unless you have a good reason to do so.
* Be aware of keywords such as "all," "now," "always," "never," "only," and "exactly."
* In multiple-choice questions, don’t skip the longest answer. It should be considered since test writers want to be sure the correct answer is accurate—they may add lots of details to ensure accuracy.
* Watch for negative words like "not," "no," and "never."
* Look for information in some of the questions. This information may help you answer other questions.

Math Testing Tips
Make sure you mark your answer on the answer document if you have one. Mark an answer for every problem even if you don't know the answer. If you have time, come back to those problems you were unsure of and work them again.

Story math problems can be confusing. Practice looking for the clues such as:
Addition/Multiplication Clues - How many in all? How many altogether?
Subtraction Clues - What is the difference? How many were left? ("eaten", "lost", "given away", "sold", etc.)
Division Clues - How many did each have? How many did each get?

Try to determine what type of answer the question is looking for:
Addition/Multiplication answers are larger than the other numbers.
Subtraction/Division answers are smaller than the other numbers.
Be careful of extra information that is included in the story problem. It is not needed to find the correct answer.
Use your scratch paper. Don't try to work all the problems in your head. Draw a picture, number line, diagram if it will help find the correct answer.
Don't erase any work. You may need the answer to facts you have solved in another problem.
Make sure your answer makes sense. Estimate if you need to.

12 Test-Taking Tips
Get a good night’s sleep before the test.
Have a nutritious breakfast.
Dress comfortably.
Bring all materials you need, such as pencils and erasers.
Relax, and take slow, deep, breaths.
Follow directions carefully.
Read each question.
Answer the easy questions first.
Move on if you don’t know an answer.
Mark answers neatly. If you must erase, erase completely.
Review to make sure you have answered every question.
Don’t change any answers unless you are sure they’re wrong -- your first answer is more likely correct.

10 Ways to help your child do better on tests.
Review the subject matter together for upcoming tests.
Make sure your child gets a good night’s rest before every test.
Serve your child a healthy breakfast on the test day.
Have your child dress comfortably and arrive at school on time.
Send your child off to school with words of praise and support.
Suggest that your child do deep breathing exercises to Relax before the test begins.
Tell your child to follow directions carefully, and ask questions if something is not clear.
Advise your child to do the easiest parts of the test first, then the rest.
Remind your child to check over answers before turning in the test.
Encourage wanting to do well, but stress that one test won’t measure all your child can do.
Remember: Children who love learning are more likely to do better on tests.
Instill a positive attitude about school.

10 ways to help build your child’s study skills
Set up a regular study time in a quiet, comfortable place where your child won’t have distractions
Encourage daily study, even if there’s no homework. Reading and reviewing lessons will get your child in the habit of studying every day.
Make sure your child keeps track of assignments and has all the study tools needed for homework.
Allow study breaks every 20 minutes of so, and offer nutritious snacks.
Help your child break large tasks into several smaller ones in order to study efficiently.
Have your child set goals before each assignment and organize study priorities to reach them.
Teach your child the value of being organized and keeping homework together.
Use study aids, such as quizzes, flashcards, and reading out loud to you.
Let your child know it’s OK to ask teachers for help and that you’re available, too.
Consider having our child study with a partner if it helps both of them to do better.
Remember – Always reward your child’s efforts to build study skills. Praise goes a long way!

10 Ways to help your child with homework
Let your child know that homework is valuable and important.
Set a regular time each day for homework, allowing some time to unwind after school before getting started.
Be sure your child has all essentials, such as papers, books, school notebooks, and pencils.
Help your child get organized by providing folders for papers and a calendar and/or assignment book to track assignments.
Have a quiet, clean, and well-lit place to study with a comfortable chair. Keep all schoolwork there.
Discourage distractions, including TV, during study time. Allow study breaks every 20 minutes or so.
Be available to answer questions or help quiz your child, but keep homework as his or her responsibility to
Spot-check homework when it’s completed, but don’t correct assignments unless the teacher has asked you to.
Read any comments the teacher has made on returned assignments.
If a homework problem arises, contact the teacher for clarification.
Remember – Praise your child for homework done to the best of his or her ability.

We have been awarded the Blue Cross Blue Shield Grant for the 2021-2022 school year. Please be on the lookout for monthly information about eating healthy and staying fit.

Here is a workout video that students did in PE! Please try these at home with your child and email pictures to Mrs. Dotson, Mrs. Pate, or Coach Wiggins to be featured on our webpages. Please check out the videos by clicking on the links below!!
BCBS 2
BCBS Exercise1

Here is the Healthy Snack for October! Please try it out with your child (ren).
Easy Graham Cracker and Banana Chocolate Cake

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These iconic square cookies make the perfect “cake” layers for a delicious, healthy-ish treat for those days you want to give your kids a mini celebration without overindulging.

Graham Cracker Chocolate Banana “Cake” – Ingredients:

– Graham crackers
– 2 tablespoons Nutella chocolate hazelnut spread
– 4 oz cream cheese (softened or at room temperature)
– Sliced bananas

Instructions:

It’s pretty simple, combine the Nutella and cream cheese, and layer on top of the graham crackers, adding sliced bananas on top. Make the cake as high as you want!

This graham cracker mini cake is an easy treat kid can make and it tastes delicious! The combination of the cream cheese gives a slight tang to offset the sweetness of the chocolate spread – similar to a chocolate yogurt.

The chocolate and cream cheese dip also taste really good with just plain graham crackers or fresh fruit.

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Uniform Policy Changes

Regulations for Grades PreK-4

Tops: No offensive, vulgar, sexual, alcohol/drug-related slogans/emblems. Cut-off tops should conceal the midriff and fit properly. No see-through garments.
Shorts: Length should be at the fingertip length on the leg or longer. They should fit properly. No see-through garments oversized or tight shorts. Must be hemmed and not rolled up.
Dresses/skirts: Length should be at the fingertip length on the leg or longer. They should fit properly.
Pants: Proper fit. No sagging; must be worn at the waist. No see-through garments; must be hemmed. No torn or ripped pants or pants with holes in them.
Shoes: Tennis shoes are recommended. Shoes need to be suitable for running and outside play. Must be worn and fastened properly. No flip-flops, bedroom slippers, scuffs, crocs, or cleats may be worn.
Accessories: No visible piercings on males or females except earrings. Belts, when worn, must be properly fastened at the waistline with excess length in belt loops. Sunglasses should not be worn in the buildings. Head rags and bandanas are prohibited. Hats, caps, sweatbands or other head coverings will not be worn in the building. No large necklaces or medallions are to be worn. No large belt buckles may be worn. No type of tooth covering may be worn unless prescribed by a dentist.

Regulations for Grades 5-8

Tops: No offensive, vulgar, sexual, alcohol/drug-related slogans/emblems. Cut-off tops should conceal the midriff and fit properly. No see-through garments. Must be always tucked in.
Shorts: Length should be no more than 3 inches above the top of the knee. No athletic, see-through, spandex, or biker shorts. They should fit properly. No see-through garments oversized or tight shorts. Must be hemmed and not rolled up.
Dresses/skirts: Length should be no more than 3 inches above the top of the knee. They should fit properly and no oversized or tight shorts. Must be hemmed and not rolled up. Splits may not exceed 3 inches above the top of the knee.
Pants: Proper fit. No sagging; must be worn at the waist. No see-through garments; must be hemmed. No torn or ripped pants or pants with holes in them. No see-through or spandex legging pants. Leggings/tights may be worn only under skirts/dresses. No oversized or tight pants. Rubber bands are not to be worn on pants legs. No sweatpants, warm-up suits, or wind suits.
Shoes: Tennis shoes are recommended. Shoes need to be suitable for running and outside play. Must be worn and fastened properly. No flip-flops, bedroom slippers, scuffs, crocs, stilettos, or cleats may be worn.
Accessories: No visible piercings on males or females except earrings. Belts, when worn, must be properly fastened at the waistline with excess length in belt loops. Sunglasses should not be worn in the buildings. Head rags and bandanas are prohibited. Hats, caps, sweatbands or other head coverings will not be worn in the building. No large necklaces or medallions are to be worn. No large belt buckles may be worn. No type of tooth covering may be worn unless prescribed by a dentist.

If a student’s attire is in question, the final decision will be at the discretion of the principal or designee. Any student in violation of the dress code will be required to find appropriate clothing that meets the dress code policy or will be sent home to change into appropriate dress. A first offense will place the student on a Class 1 offense. Additional dress code violations will be addressed per the discipline ladder.

2021-2022 School Supply List
Kindergarten, 1st, & 2nd School Supply List
2 cans of Disinfectant Spray
1 container of Disinfectant Wipes
4 Bottles of Hand Sanitizer
4 Rolls of Paper Towel
3 Boxes of Kleenex
3 Composition Notebooks
2 Pocket Folders (1 yellow, 1 blue)
2 pairs of scissors
2 packs of Crayons (preferably Crayola)
2 packs of pencils (preferably Dixon or Ticonderoga)
2 packs of glue sticks
1 pair of headphones (most comfortable for your child)
1 Pencil Box
1 pack of construction paper (1st grade only)
1 box of Gallon Ziploc Bags (Boys)
1 box of Quart Ziploc Bags (Girls)

3rd and 4th Grade Supply List
2-inch binder
1 pack of plastic dividers with tabs
(5 tabs)
2 Composition Notebooks
1 package of washable markers
1 bottle of glue
2 packs of wide rule loose leaf notebook paper
3 packages of pencils (no mechanical pencils)
1 pencil pouch
1 pair of scissors
1 large bottle of sanitizer
2 boxes of Kleenex
1 Can of Lysol
2 containers of Clorox /Lysol wipes
Ruler
Handheld Pencil Sharpener

5th/6th ELA (Miller) Grade Supply List
1 pencil box/pouch
1 box of crayons or colored pencils
1 hand-held pencil sharpener
1 pair of scissors
1 pack of highlighter
1 pack of sticky notes
2 composition notebooks
2 pocket folders
2 12-count packs of Ticonderoga Pencils
3 sticks of glue
2 boxes of Kleenex
2 Bottles of hand sanitizer
2 cans of disinfectant spray
2 tubes of disinfectant wipes
2 rolls of paper towels

5th/6th Math/Science (Beckham) Supply List
1 pencil box/pouch
1 box of colored pencils
1 hand-held pencil sharpener
1 pair of scissors
1 pack of highlighters
1 pack of sticky notes
2 composition notebooks
2 pocket folders
2 -12-count pack of Ticonderoga Pencils
1 graphing notebook
3 sticks of glue
2 boxes of Kleenex
2 Bottles of hand sanitizer
1 can of disinfectant spray
2 tubes of disinfectant wipes
2 Rolls of paper towels

7th/8th Math & Science
1 box of Kleenex
2 anti-bacterial wipes
2 rolls of paper towels
1 hand sanitizer
Pencils
Loose leaf paper
Graph paper
2—1inch 3 Ring binder (one for Math and a separate one for Science)
Colored pencils

7th/8th Grade History Supply List
Pencils
Loose Leaf Paper
2 rolls of Paper Towels
1 Box of Kleenex
Disinfectant wipes
1- 1 inch 3-ring binder

7th/8th Grade ELA
Supply List
2 Composition Notebooks
Loose Leaf Paper
Index Cards
1-1 inch 3 Ring Binders
Disinfectant Wipes
Lysol Spray
Paper towels

HELLO MIS NATION!
ARI Literacy Act Information.
PLEASE check it out!
Click on the link to access the attachment.
VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION!!!!
Alabama Literacy Act - Frequently Asked Questions for K-3 Families Flyer.pdf

HELLO MIS NATION,
THE ALABAMA COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT PROGRAM (ACAP) DATES ARE QUICKLY APPROACHING.
During the weeks of April 12-30, 2021 your child will participate in ACAP. This is a state-wide assessment for grades 2-8.
Testing information:

The test is completely online and aligned to grade level standards.

Math, English Language Arts (Reading, Writing, and Language), and Science are the subtests.

All grades will take Math and English Language Arts.

Only grades 4, 6, and 8 will take the Science portion of ACAP.

Only grades 4-8 will take the writing portion of ACAP.

Grade 2 scores will be used as baseline scores for growth from 2^nd to 3^rd grades.

Grade 3 reading scores will be used to help determine promotion to Grade 4.

In order to help prepare your child for the ACAP. Please check out the link on our school webpage and FB page for resources. Click the link below to access the document with the directions to access the online practice questions.

ACAP Online Test Prep.pdf

Click the link below to access the website with the ACAP practice resources:
ACAP Practice

Here is the link to the Friday Feedback Video:

Friday Feedback

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PLEASE click on the hyperlink below and watch the video about Device Pickup for Wednesday, August 12, 2020.
MIS Device Pickup

Hello MIS Families:
This survey is specific to MIS. I am trying to ake plans for the upcoming year amid COVID19. Please complete the short survey. Thanks for all you do!! Use the link below:

MIS COVID Survey

Attention: In order to best plan for the new school year amid Covid-19 concerns, we have provided the following survey. Parents, please take a moment to fill out the Back to School Plan survey linked below. Answers from this survey will give Monroe County Schools a good idea of how to plan accordingly to support the safety and mental well-being of your child.

PARENTS!! PLEASE COMPLETE THE SURVEY. CLICK on the Link Below. If you have completed it on FB, you do not have to do it again. This is the same survey.

Survey Link:
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What is the Continuous Improvement Plan?
Every school has its own story to tell. The context in which teaching and learning takes place influences the processes and procedures by which the school makes decisions around curriculum, instruction, and assessment. The context also impacts the way a school stays faithful to its vision. Many factors contribute to the overall narrative such as an identification of stakeholders, a description of stakeholder engagement, the trends and issues affecting the school, and the kinds of programs and services that a school implements to support student learning. The purpose of the Continuous Improvement Plan (CIP) is to provide a school with an opportunity to describe in narrative form the strengths and challenges it encounters. By doing so, the public and members of the school community will have a more complete picture of how the school perceives itself and the process of self-reflection for continuous improvement. This summary is structured for the school to reflect on how it provides teaching and learning on a day to day basis.
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6-8 Reading Plan.docx
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