September 17 - 21

Bacon Bears,

You Matter!

We had a very successful Back To School Night. Parents and families were able to participate in the journey we are taking here at RM Bacon. At the beginning of the evening, we showed this new trailer:



After the trailer we discussed how much the NJASK assessment scores have improved, and how the teachers and students will be working together to achieve higher this school year. We also reviewed our discipline data from the past two years, and parents we able to see how our discipline referrals are declining.

The teachers did a fantastic job of communicating to the parents their expectations for the school year. Parents were able to see some of the projects, and technology that the students are using in class.

Mrs. Benson and Mrs. DiGiorgio

Mr. Drewnowski

Mrs. Fallows's classroom

Mrs. Gandy

Mrs. Lunemann

We have another exciting week planned. We will be having an Assembly for students on Wednesday to review the expectations for students during the school year.


Weekly Overview
Monday - Dr. Cook will be out of the office (Mrs. Harris substituting)
Tuesday - Wellness meeting 10:00AM
Wednesday - Assembly
Thursday - 8:00 AM Staff Meeting
Friday - Dr. Cook 1/2 day out of the office (Mrs. Harris substituting)

September 10 -14

Bacon Bears,
You Matter!

We had a wonderful opening to the 2012-13 school year. I would like to thank all of the parents and guardians who participated in our Opening Day Red Carpet Extravaganza! We even made the paper (Daily Journal)

If you were not able to attend, here is a video that was recorded on Opening Day:


As we look to next week, I am excited about the various activities that the students will be engaged in. We will be taking a few more steps closer to achieving the Impossible!

All students in grades 1 - 4 will be going through a screening process for basic skills this week. Results of the screening will help us determine who will need additional assistance in language arts and math.

I will be out of the office on Friday, September 14, 2012. I was nominated for a Bammy Award. The Bammys are featuring a new category this year for excellence in Social Media. I will be attending the event with other nominees such as Dr. Gentile, Superintendent, and Dr. Moore, Asst. Superintendent. We will even have our own red carpet experience! I will post pictures!

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Remember, Impossible is Nothing!

Weekly Overview
Monday - PBIS interviews (1:00 PM - 3:30 PM)
Tuesday - Patriot Day
Wednesday - RtI sweeps
Thursday - RtI sweeps; Back To School Night 7:00 PM
Friday -

Opening Day 2012-13

Bacon Bears,

You Matter!

We roll out the red carpet!

Our first day of school is Thursday, September 6, 2012!

We are inviting and encouraging parents to bring their children to school on Thursday. We will have an opportunity to create lasting memories on our "red carpet" with our own paparazzi! The students will be the stars!

Teachers will be available at 8:55 AM.

Please make sure to report to the following places (Teachers will have signs to help you find them):

Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grades - Meet on the playground

3rd, 4th, and 5th - Meet on the lawn in the front of the school

We will also have teachers posted in various places with class lists to make sure you know exactly where to go.

At about 9:05 AM we will begin to escort the students into the building for photos.

At about 9:15 AM we will begin our brief welcome assembly which will feature 2 videos!

We look forward to a great year......

Impossible is Nothing!

September 4 - 7

Bacon Bears,

You Matter!

Back to School is here! This week will be so exciting for all of us. Each staff member will be attending the Opening Day Extravaganza at Lakeside on Tuesday. There has been a lot of "buzz" about this event, and I am sure Dr. Moore and Dr. Gentile will deliver!

The RM Bacon staff will continue to put the finishing touches on our preparation for the school year on Tuesday and Wednesday. We are planning our own Opening Day Extravaganza for parents and students for Thursday! Remember, all students and parents are invited to RM Bacon for an assembly at 9:15 AM! Make sure to look your best :)


Enjoy this video courtesy of Salome Thomas-El, Award-Winning Principal and author of The Immortality of Influence and I Choose to Stay. International Speaker who appears on Dr. Oz, CNN, NPR and Oprah Radio. Philadelphia, PA · http://www.PrincipalEL.com 
 


Weekly Overview
Monday - Labor Day - No School
Tuesday - Professional Development - No School
Wednesday - Professional Development - No School
Thursday - 8:55 AM doors open for 2012-13 school year; 9:15 AM Assembly
Friday -

Opening Day for Staff...The Extravaganza

On Tuesday, September 4, 2012 the entire staff of the Millville Public Schools will meet at Lakeside for the "Extravaganza." I tried, along with two other administrators, to find out exactly what this was all about. Here is our journey to find out about the Extravaganza:




Does anyone have any information?

August 27 - 31

Bacon Bears,

You Matter!


I asked the first question!

Last Thursday, I was selected to participate in a discussion with Governor Chris Christie! I blogged about this experience, so if you are inclined, please visit my personal web site.


It is the last full week of summer vacation. The RM Bacon staff has been extremely busy making last minute preparations to the building.
Since our enrollment numbers have fluctuated, I was faced with a decision - I had to move some teachers around. All letters mailed to students prior to the changes (grades 1-5) may need to be re-mailed. We will make sure to send the new letters ASAP. I will not be making changes to the new class lists. I appreciate your cooperation.


As we think about returning to school, I found this inspirational, and funny video.... Can you fly?

Mrs. Benson's mural: Explore, Discover, Create

Back to School Supplies: The welcome back letter (which you will be receiving shortly) will indicate your child's teacher. If there are specific items your child needs to bring, that information will be enclosed, mailed separately or can be found on their teacher's web site.

My summer project for the teachers and guests



Opening Day (September 6): Last year we had an impromptu assembly in the gym because it was raining. Reflecting on that morning, it was helpful for all of us (parents, teachers, students) to be together for a few moments prior to the school year beginning. We are planning on continuing that tradition this year. All students and parents are invited to enter the building at 8:55 AM and go directly to the gym. Our brief Welcome Back assembly will begin promptly at 9:15 AM. Students will be dismissed by teacher from the assembly to their classroom.



Dr. Cook at padcamp with other NJ educators! 

Staffing Updates: As I stated earlier, our enrollment numbers have forced us to make changes. Here is a list of the most up to date classroom teacher assignments:
Kindergarten - Mrs. Lore, Mrs. Munzenmayer, Ms. Anton
1st Grade - Mrs. Lunemann, Mrs. DeVita, Mrs. Bingham (Mrs. Fallows is Maternity Leave replacement)
2nd Grade - Mrs. Taylor, Mrs. Cheeseman, Mrs. Pedrick
3rd Grade - Mrs. Digorgio, Mrs. Benson
4th Grade - Mrs. Sinone (Woodman), Mrs. Gandy, Mr. Drewnowski
5th Grade - Mrs. Sutton, Mrs. Muhlbaier, Mr. Hudson

I would like to welcome Mrs. Raudenbush back to RM Bacon. She will be joining our BSI/RTI team.

RM Bacon is Blooming!

Weekly overview: (Office hours 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM this week)
Monday -
Tuesday - New Teacher Orientation
Wednesday - New Teacher Orientation
Thursday - New Teacher Orientation
Friday -

August 6 - 17

Bacon Bears,

Our summer break continues on! As I write this blog post, I have one thing on my mind - VACATION.

Next week I will be on vacation with my family. I have made a very tough decision. I will be completely ( I am sure some of you are surprised) powering down – No facebook, email, twitter, blogging, google+, pintrest, edmodo, linkedin, etc.). Just sun, sand, and family! I will be reading and writing, but nothing else!


Ever wonder about how to start a PLN (or what is a PLN?) Check this out:

The week after (August 13 – 17) I will be out of the office at a workshop for our newly formed Regional Achievement Centers (RAC). This information will be valuable as we learn more about what exactly is a "focus" school. Also that week, I will be attending Pad Camp on August 16 http://www.padcamp.org/ Come join me for free Professional Development…

The NJASK scores came back, and the preliminary numbers are promising. We made gains in almost all areas, and we took another step closer to becoming world class. As you might imagine, we have more work to do!

  

  

Building updates

No access to the 3^rd floor on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday due to the floor being refinished.

Remember: Impossible is Nothing!

Office Hours
August 6 - 9 (7:30 - 4:30 PM)
August 13 - 16 (7:30 - 4:30 PM)