Dear Parents and Guardians,

Fourth quarter progress reports are going home next Friday, April 17. Our focus for this final quarter of the school year is “Getting Prepared for the Next Grade Level.” We want every student to push toward the expectations of the grade they will enter in the fall. Please encourage your child to finish the year strong. If you are unclear about where your child stands academically, please message your child’s teacher.

There are many opportunities for students to catch up if they are behind. In math, we utilize My Path, a digital platform that analyzes student strengths and weaknesses to provide personalized steps toward mastering grade-level standards. Reading and writing growth require consistent practice, which can be done anywhere. We ask that you encourage your child to read simple books or write at home whenever possible. Your support and encouragement go a long way in their success.

Academic Shout Outs
Fourth Grade 
Mrs. Goeken’s class recently took a quiz on comparing decimals. The class earned an average score of 76%, and 11 students achieved a score of 80% or higher. This shows that the majority of the class has a solid grasp of how to determine the value of different decimals.

Mrs. Kanallakan’s class averaged 75% on their quiz regarding the relationship between decimals and fractions. In this class, 15 students scored 80% or higher, demonstrating a strong ability to convert and connect these two mathematical concepts.

i-Ready My Path Support
To help your child prepare for rigorous classroom assessments, please encourage them to complete i-Ready My Path lessons at home for at least ten minutes per day. We recommend checking in to ensure they are passing their lessons. You can access My Path using these steps:

1. Have your child sign into their Google Account (the same login used for their Chromebook).
2. Go to portal.altonschools.org
3. Click Clever.
4. Select i-Ready.
5. Select My Path.

You may use this family document to learn how to track your student's progress: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RVM5ahBg7EbnbA5twBSCOu6ODSP7kfmg/view?usp=sharing

Curriculum Resources
The following video shows parents how to access K-5 Family Resources: https://www.loom.com/share/a2608dca526f4e2eb9e5140ba1542a3b?sid=507307ba-03b1-4b42-b932-f8aa6dc75b9b
Grade-level specific resources can be found here: 2nd Grade: https://sites.google.com/altonschools.org/alton-school-district-curricul/2nd-grade3rd Grade: https://sites.google.com/altonschools.org/alton-school-district-curricul/3rd-grade4th Grade: https://sites.google.com/altonschools.org/alton-school-district-curricul/4th-grade5th Grade: https://sites.google.com/altonschools.org/alton-school-district-curricul/5th-grade
Our character trait focus for this month is Cooperation. You can view a short video on this trait here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zb30dFjXxJU&t=108s

ROAR Volunteers
We are seeking more volunteers for our R.O.A.R. (Reach Out and Read) program. To participate, you must complete a volunteer application and come to the school at 7:30 am to listen to our students read. Please enter through the front door near the office to sign in. Do not use the student entrance when arriving to volunteer. Your time helps our students build vital literacy skills.

April Tier One Updates
The Referral Free Reward for April is Extra Recess. As March concludes, please talk to your children about making good choices and being responsible, respectful, and safe. Currently, 17 out of our 433 students have referrals. Please encourage your child to follow all school rules so they can earn the Extra Recess reward at the end of the month.

District Scorecard Progress
This week, we are sharing our progress on the District Improvement Plan regarding two specific goals:

Goal 1: Increase the percentage of students with perfect attendance weeks. Consistent attendance is one of the strongest predictors of academic success. We continue to recognize students who show up every day ready to learn.
Goal 3: Increase the percentage of students passing every class. Our staff is providing targeted support to ensure every student has the opportunity to master grade-level standards.
Thank you for emphasizing the importance of daily attendance and academic effort.

Week/Dates		Goal 1: Every Redbird,     Every Day	Goal 3: Soaring in Every Class
		% of Students Present Every Day This Week	% of 4th-12th Grade Students Passing all Classes This Wee

Quarter 1 Average

84%

92

Quarter 2 Average

73%

85

Quarter 3 Average

77%

85

Week 30	March 16-20	73%	82%
Week 31	March 23-27	83%	77%

Week 32

March 30-April 2

85%

78%

Week 33

April 6-10

85%

83%

Communication and Transportation
All school communication is sent through ParentSquare. Please ensure you are connected to receive the latest updates.
Important Numbers: West Elementary School: 618-463-2134 Bus Garage: 618-466-5400
Stay updated on transportation by using the My Ride K–12 App. You will need your student’s 6-digit Other ID found in Skyward Family Access to register.

Important Dates
April 17: Progress Reports Go Home 
April 22: Early Dismissal (12:25 pm) 
April 30: Fifth Grade Field Day

Sincerely,
TaRael Kee