NOVEMBER 2020
#BrookwoodStrong Dear Parents/Guardians, It is hard to believe we have completed the first quarter of the school year. It is the staff’s desire at Hickory Bend to have a partnership with parents working together so that each child can be successful. Parents you play a tremendous role in developing your child’s remote learning ability. Please remember that [Parent/Teacher Conferences] are Monday, November 2nd from 11:00 a.m. thru 7:00 p.m. Make sure that you have set up a remote scheduled appointment with your child’s teacher using Dojo. Conferences provide an opportunity to discuss your child’s educational progress with the teacher. There are two (2) ways to respond to your children when they come home with grades.
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WHICH ONE ARE YOU? “I got two A’s,” the small boy said. His voice was filled with glee; His father very bluntly asked, “Why didn’t you get three?” “Mom, I’ve got the dishes done,” The girl called from the door; Her mother very calmly said, “Did you sweep the floor?”
The children in the house next door Seem Happy and Content. The same thing happened over there and this is How it went:
“I got two A’s,” the small boy said. His voice was filled with glee; His father proudly said, “That’s great!!; I’m glad you belong to me.” “Mom, I got the dishes done,” The girl called from the door; Her mother smiled and softly said, “Each day I love you more.”
“I mowed the grass,” the tall boy said, “And put the mower away;” “I’ve mowed the grass,” the tall boy His father asked him with a said. “And put the mower away;” shrug, “Did you clean off the His father answered with much clay?” joy, “You’ve made my happy day!”
Children deserve a little praise. For tasks they’re asked to do. If they’re to lead a happy fulfilled life, so much depends on YOU! f
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Our Vision
Mission Statement
Our overall vision is to improve the achievement of all students, regardless of race, socio-economic status, gender, or ability levels (disabilities). We share the accountability of student achievement throughout the school. We believe in using researchbased practices to achieve our goals. We promote school and community involvement because we believe that these partnerships help us meet the needs of all of our students.
Brookwood School District 167, in partnership with parents and community, will create a learning environment in which all students excel at becoming lifelong learners and decision makers.
We Believe... Families shape their children’s motivation, confidence, and academic success by being interested and involved in their overall development. All students are unique and should be challenged to the highest level of academic and artistic excellence.
We are committed to: • providing students with highly qualified teachers • providing our staff with professional development
In the importance of staff development opportunities based on best practices and educational research. In educating our children in a safe and nurturing environment with access to state of the art technology. The school system should teach students to think critically enabling them to become contributing citizens in our global society. In continuous improvement in all aspects of the school system to foster a culture of excellence, accountability and integrity. In responsible stewardship of financial and physical resources.
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CALL US: 708.758.4520
Technology Help Line!
If your child is having any technology problems connecting to their teacher’s Google Meet (live teaching), please contact our help desk at (708) 300-3553 or email our help desk: helpdesk@brookwood167.org Please leave a detailed message with your name, your child’s name, phone number and
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the issue you are having with the device. Parents must call the school to report their child absent before 8:30 a.m. The number for reporting absences is (708) 757-2115. Official attendance will be reported every morning at 9:00 a.m. If your child joins a teacher’s classroom late, they will be marked tardy in PowerSchool, and you will be notified through the Principal’s ClassDojo.
If your child needs any resources or supplies for any of their classes, please contact the school office so we can help provide them with the needed materials.
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Tips To Ensure E-LEARNING Success
Parent’s Being Involved!
Designated place for student virtual classwork
Ensure your child log in EVERYDAY at 8:30 a.m.
Minimize distractions
Keep Cameras on
Stay logged on for the full period Communicate with teachers whenever necessary with questions or concerns Check in on your student to make sure they’re doing okay
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Please Join Our ClassDojo’s
ClassDojo
And Stay Informed!
CLASSDOJO IS ACTIVELY USED IN 90% OF U.S. K-8 SCHOOLS. ClassDojo is a free app that helps build amazing classroom and school communities. Teachers give feedback to students for any skill, like “Working Hard” and “Being Curious.” From the mobile app, parents view their child’s feedback, and can message directly with teachers and school leaders. Please join my ClassDojo so you can stay informed on what is happening at HICKORY BEND SCHOOL. If you would like to join, please accept the invitation that we emailed to you or texted you, or contact the school at (708) 7584520, email, sjackson@brookwood167.org. All you will need to provide is your cell phone number or email address. GET INVOLVED AND STAY INFORMED!
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Conferences
PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES Parent-Teacher Conferences (PTC) are an excellent opportunity to find out how your child is adjusting to the new school year and to get to know his/her teachers. Here
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conference:
Ask your child if there is anything that he/she would like to discuss with the teacher Jot down everything that you want to talk about at the conference Arrive remotely on time Begin with positive comments about the teacher or classroom Be open to suggestions from the teacher Keep your emotions under control Take notes about what has been discussed and share them with your child
-- HELPFUL QUESTIONS -In order to help your child’s, have a successful school year, you need to know what will be expected of them academically. You can find out by asking some questions. And don’t forget to take notes. What skills and knowledge will my child be expected to master this year? How will my child be evaluated? What can I do to stay more involved in my child’s academic progress? How do you accommodate differences in learning?
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Shawn Jackson, Principal
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Hickory Bend School 600 E. 191st Place Glenwood, IL 60425 708.758.4520