K-2 Family Literacy Night at Eagle View

November 18, 2009

Greetings.  Last Wednesday night was Family Literacy Night for primary grade students and their families.  This was a very enjoyable, informative event for all.  At the beginning, students and families saw a video that showed how to read with children.  Then, there were three sessions for participants to attend with different teachers.  Each one showcased a different aspect of literacy and how to support it at home.  As many parents mentioned to me that evening, “I got a lot out of this.”   If you were not able to come to Family Literacy Night but still would like more information about how you can support your child’s reading skills at home, please feel free to talk with your child’s teacher or our reading specialist Ms. Anthony.  Our staff is truly a team of experts that can help you understand and promote your child’s literacy skills.  Thank you so much for taking the time to enjoy reading with your children.  It makes such a difference for them. 

Sincerely,

Patty Granada, Ed.D.

Principal, Eagle View ES

 

Technology at Eagle View

Dear Eagle View School Community,        

One of the many strengths at Eagle View is the application of computer technology.  Technology is used here as an effective planning, teaching, and learning tool.  Classrooms are equipped with interactive white boards, and ”snake cams” are used to project important information on the board.  In the example illustrated, Mrs. Costello is reviewing key vocabulary from a “landforms” unit of study, while students are demonstrating their understanding of the vocabulary on their interactive notebooks.  The daily, frequent use of technology throughout the various learning settings at Eagle View is a joy to behold!  Most importantly, it promotes full student engagement in their learning.

Additionally, Eagle View hosted four visitors from Sweden yesterday!  The visitors were teachers who were recipients of a grant with a focus on studying mathematics education in the United States.  Ms. Visconti, our math specialist, hosted the visitors who observed two primary classrooms in particular, Ms. Wyland’s and Ms. McDonald’s classes.  Many similarities and differences were noted between the Swedish and U.S. teaching practices.  Our visitors left behind a very special flag of Sweden as a remembrance of our time together.

Thanks to the PTA for a great Bingo Night last Friday!  We look forward to seeing K-2 parents tonight for Family Literacy Night, and we hope to see all families on the 18th for our annual Thanksgiving luncheon! 

Patty Granada, Ed.D.

Principal, Eagle View ES     

11.11.09

More learning fun at Eagle View

book fair

Dear Eagle View Community,

A big event at Eagle View last week was the Book Fair.  Hundreds of students and their families came to choose from a vast selection of books for enjoyment or gifts.  Additionally, the SCA and sixth grade students enhanced their entrepreneurial skills and held busy bake sales during the Book Fair Family Nights. 

On another “note”… A visit to Mr. Darling’s music class revealed an engaged class (Ms. McDonald’s and Ms. Hom’s second grade students) sharing their interpretation of the story, “Bony Legs,” with side effects, acting, and singing!  In this particular image, the students are acting out a tantrum.

It is a joy to walk around the building and observe high quality instruction in every room. 

I look forward to seeing you at Bingo Night on Friday–I will be on hand at 6:00 to meet families beforehand.  Thanks to our hard-working PTA for coordinating this event!

Take care,  Patty Granada, Ed.D.

My First Week at Eagle View

Dear All School Community Members,

Greetings!  I am very excited to be a principal at Eagle View.  My first day was Monday, October 19th.  There is so much that is exciting about our vibrant school, it is hard for me to pick just one thing to write about this week!  I’ll start with the very beginning of the school day–the joy of seeing the students’ smiles as they walk in the door.  Thanks for sending them to school prepared to begin the day right, and thanks to their hard-working teachers who help them ”soar” while they’re at school!