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Washington D. Smyser Accelerated School

Main & Annex Buildings 4310 N. MelvinaPrimary Center 6200 W. Patterson

*Accountability *Innovation *Differentiation *Impact

Presented By: J. Travlos, Principal

P. Beiza, Assistant PrincipalE. Manial, Assistant Principal

April 16, 2015

This Morning’s Events

Welcome and Informational Session with Mr. Travlos and Mrs. Manial

School Tour

Smyser School Mission and VisionMission: “Our mission is to make Smyser School a great place to learn by emphasizing the needs of all students (general, gifted, bilingual and special needs including social, emotional and intellectual growth) through a rich and rewarding literacy and critical thinking curriculum, integrating technology and fostering an appreciation for the arts.”

Vision: “We, the community of Smyser School, believe that all children can learn and are entitled to an outstanding education rich in opportunities and rewarding experiences. We are committed to providing all children with: a child-centered environment, a love of learning, pride in Smyser School and preparation for the demands of the 21st Century. Our motto is, Smyser: A Community of Learners.”

Welcome Students and Families• A CPS Level 1+ Rated School• Approximately 1,007 students pre-K through grade 8.• 26 different language spoken.• 3 buildings and 2 campuses.• Start Times

Pre-K: 2 shifts8:45 AM to 11:20 AM1:10 PM to 3:45 PM

Kindergarten and Grade1: 8:15 AM to 3:15 PM

Grades 2-8: 8:45 AM to 3:45 PM

• Students are expected to wear school uniforms• Students follow CPS Student Code of Conduct

Smyser School Special Programs

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• Rigorous Core Reading and Math Programs• Fine Arts Programming: Choir, Show Choir,

Band, Orchestra, Violins, Marching Band, Dance and more

• Extensive Technology • Olweus Bullying Prevention Program• Special Events

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Smyser Website: www.smyser.org Compass Learning Odyssey Parent Portal NWEA MAP & MPG Assessment:

Grades K-8

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7 Hour Instructional Day Includes…•Approximately 5 hours of Classroom Instruction •Lunch and Recess•Enrichment Class

Library, Art, Technology, Music, Foreign Language, PE

•Olweus Bully Prevention Program•Differentiated Instruction

Kindergarten Instruction

• Language Arts (Reading and Writing)• Math • Social Studies • Science• Character Development• Social Emotional Learning

Kindergarten Curriculum

• Common Core State Standards for ELA/Literacy & Math

• http://www.corestandards.org/read-the-standards/

• McGraw Hill SRA Imagine it• Harcourt Math • Online Curriculum: Compass Learning• Social Emotional Learning

Skills Important for Entering Kindergarten

• Write his/her first and last name using uppercase and lowercase letters

• Recognize and identify letters in the alphabet

• Recognize and identify basic colors and shapes

• Recognize and identify numbers 1-10 both in sequential and random order

• Count up to 20

• Use scissors and cut on a straight line

• Practice self-help skills (i.e. zipping, buttoning, hand washing)

What Makes Smyser School Great? Dedicated Teachers Supportive Administrators Dynamic Students A Wonderful Community Caring Parents

Registration Information

Early Kindergarten Registration June 19th 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Primary Center: 6200 W. Patterson Ave***by appointment only***

Please contact the office at (773) 534-8350 to schedule your appointment

General K-8 Summer Registration August 11th-13th 9:00 AM to 1:00 PMMain Building: 4310 N. Melvina Ave

Please visit the Smyser website for more information and enrollment requirements

www.smyser.org