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April Spry
ETHAN H SHIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
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Welcome to the Shive Curriculum Connection!


"Our lives are not determined by what happens to us, but by how we react to what happens; not by what life brings to us, but by the attitude we bring to life. A positive attitude causes a chain reaction of positive thoughts, events, and outcomes. It is a catalyst....a spark that creates extraordinary results!"




"BEE-lieve in yourself....because it's never too late to fly!"


            
               Click on the link above to visit Shive Elementary's homepage.


Vision:
Our school is a safe, respectful learning environment where our students will achieve success. With open communication between highly qualified staff and concerned parents in the community, we will ensure that each student is being challenged in a way that will prepare them for their future.

Mission:
Ethan H. Shive Elementary School is dedicated to being an exemplary school that will be recognized and remembered for its honor, integrity, value, and excellence.


Stinger Rules:
I am safe.
I am respectful.
I am a learner.

Stinger Mission:
Eachday we all work hard to make Shive Elementary school the best possibleschool.  We want everyone to know and remember Shive for it's HIVE:
Honor
Integrity
Value
Excellence


          


November 13- 25 Box Tops Due

November 24th - Early Release Day (12:20 p.m.)

November 25th - 27th - Holidays (No School)
 



Grade Level Expecations
Click on the links below to access the Rowan-Salisbury School System brochures for each grade level.


Kindergarten
First Grade
Second Grade
Third Grade
Fourth Grade
Fifth Grade



Weekly Staff Development Schedule
*All staff development will occur on Thursdays for the 2009-2010 school year.*

8:45 - 9:45 - 4th grade, 5th grade, AIG

12:15 - 1:15 - 2nd grade, 3rd grade, Title I, EC

1:15 - 2:15 - Kindergarten, 1st grade, PreK, Media, AIM


~Other Important Links~



The Great Grammar Adventure - Teaching Writing with Children's Literature



The Literature Link-Teaching Writing Using Children's Literature



Elementary Curriculum Department






Important things to remember:
  • Every student learns when every educator engages in effective learning.
  • Students' most complex problems are best solved by teachers collaborating and learning together.
  • Remarkable professional learning begins with ambitious goals for students.
  • Sustainable learning cultures require skillful leadership.
  • Student learning increases when teachers reflect on professional practices and student progress.
(Taken from the National Staff Development Council, 2009)




10 Reasons for Children to Read
  • Reading expands children's language development.
  • Reading passes on moral values to children.
  • Reading is nostalgic and creates many lifelong memories.
  • A love of reading is a lifelong hobby.
  • Readers develop critical thinking skills.
  • Readers are introduced to a variety of possibilities & opportunities.
  • Reading is FUN!
  • Reading helps children learn about other people and places.
  • Successful readers have a higher self-esteem.
  • Reading is MAGICAL...especially with children's books today!

Writers read...and readers write!






    *5 Elements for Motivating Students*

    Build excitement into every lesson you teach!
    Challenge every student every day!
    Connect with your students on a human level - it's okay to make mistakes!
    Involve every student every day!
    Surprise your students with something often!







    Mrs. April Spry
    K-5 Curriculum Coach
    Ethan H. Shive Elementary School
    spryab@rss.k12.nc.us

    "In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity."
    ~Albert Einstein~

    (704) 279 - BUZZ Ext. 1400
    (704) 279 - 2899

    CURRICULUM COACH JOB DESCRIPTION
    *Click on the link above to view the Curriculum Coach job description.*






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