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502 Pflaum Road, Madison, Wisconsin 53716
Tremayne Clardy Ed.D., Principal Mark Dax, Asst. Principal [email protected] [email protected]
204-1923 204-1942
Main Office 204-1920 Nurse 204-1928 Spanish BRS Office 204-1951
Safe Arrival 204-4020 FAX 204-0495 MSCR After School Office 204-4029
Sennett's Website Address: http://sennettweb.madison.k12.wi.us Dear Sennett Families, We are happy to report an excellent start to the 2014-15 school year. Sennett’s students and staff are working very hard to improve academic performance and on a daily basis we witness multiple examples of Sennett Pride. I have placed the family version of our school improvement plan (SIP)in this document to ensure open communication about Sennett’s focus and expected outcomes. We hope the family SIP provides deeper understanding of the content that will be delivered to your child as well as the instructional strategies that will be used to promote comprehension and growth for all students.
► Sennett Middle
If we focus on . . .
Content Common Core State Standards for Literacy & Math
School Culture &
Climate
Implementing the new Behavior Education Plan while reducing race inequities in
behavior misconducts
Instructional
Practice Creating highly effective learning opportunities
Well-Rounded
Access &
Participation
Reviewing what students are able to take Encore, advanced and AVID classes and
created action steps to address any gaps
School Structure Developing effective teacher teams
Family &
Community
Engagement
Surveying families on how they receive information from and communicate with the
school and create a plan to improve in those areas
2014-15
Family School Improvement Plan
October 2014
And support professional learning by . . . ● Creating teacher learning opportunities on lesson planning and teaching strategies
● Helping teachers have effective meetings
● Examining data related to behavior , student access to classes and family communication
While monitoring progress using. . . ● Student Assessments such as MAP and AIMsweb
● Classroom data such as walk-through data
● Surveys from families about the communication between school and home
We will achieve these goals: Number of Students Meeting Reading Expectations will increase from 31% to 36%: African
Americans will increase from 10% to 15%; English Language Learners will increase from
14% to 19%
Number of Students Meeting Math Expectations will increase from 32% to 37%; African
Americans will increase from 7% to 12%; English Language Learners will increase from
20% to 25%
Amount of Reading Improvement will increase from 64% to 69%; African Americans
will increase from 64% to 74%; English Language Learners will increase from 62% to 72%
Amount of Math Improvement will increase from 65% to 70%; African Americans will
Increase from 58% to 63%; English Language Learners will increase from 72% to 77%
The detailed version of the school improvement plan is complete and will be attached to the Sennett website by September 30th. This document will be the driving force behind our decision making and instructional practices as we strive to increase our academic achievement as measured by MAP assessment scores. The school year is off to an excellent start. Our total enrollment has increased a little from our 2013-14 enrollment, we would like to welcome all of our new students to the Sennett Family.
Enrollment Count Sixth Grade 203 Seventh Grade 212 Eighth Grade 207 TOTAL 622
Sincerely, Dr. Tremayne Clardy – Principal
Standardized Testing at Sennett
Measures of Academic Progress™
(MAP) testing
The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is giving students MAP tests to determine your
child’s instructional level and to measure academic growth throughout the school year, and from year to
year in the areas of Reading, Mathematics, and Language Usage. The tests are untimed and are taken on
a computer. This year, students in grades 3-8 will take all three tests in the fall, a quick middle of the
year Math check in December, reading check in January, and then all three tests again as an end of the
year growth assessment in May.
MAP tests are unique in that they adapt to be appropriate for a student’s level of learning. That is, the
difficulty of each question is based on how well the student has answered all of the questions up to that
point. As a result, each student has the same opportunity to succeed and maintain a positive attitude
toward testing. With MAP tests, we can administer shorter tests and use less class time while still
receiving detailed, accurate information about a student’s growth. During the testing days, your child will
spend a total of about 3 hours completing these tests.
The results of these tests will be used to guide teachers’ instruction. The sub-parts of the individual
tests show where students have strengths and possible needs and will ultimately lead teachers to
students’ instructional levels.
There are a variety of reports and data available from the MAP testing site. One of the richest is the
“Individual Student Progress” report. Your child’s report will be mailed and uploaded within the
assessment section of your child’s infinite campus data. If you have further questions regarding your
child’s results, please contact your child’s homeroom teacher.
Wisconsin Knowledge and Concepts Examinations Criterion
Reference Test (WKCE-CRT)
In November eighth grade students at Sennett, as well as across the state, will be taking the Wisconsin
Knowledge and Concepts Examinations Criterion Reference Test (WKCE-CRT). This year only eighth
grade students are doing the assessment and they are only doing Science & Social Studies tests. The
results become part of each student’s record and are used to determine how well students have acquired
the knowledge and skills expected at each level. Student performance on these assessments is reported
in proficiency categories and used to determine the adequate yearly progress of students at the school,
district and state levels.
Fall Fundraiser Reminder Students participating in the Fall Fundraiser AND meeting the
following criteria will be included in a drawing where one student will win their choice
of a $25 Best Buy Gift Card, a $25 iTunes Gift Card or a $25 East Towne Mall Gift Card. Eligible students MUST:
1.Complete order form correctly AND completely.
2.Turn order form in no later than October 7th
3.Include FULL PAYMENT with order turn in.
4.Pick up order on November 11th after school
IS THE LUCKY WINNER GOING TO BE YOU???
MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW –
October 14th is Sennett Night at Culver’s!
Join us Tuesday, October 14th from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Culver’s on
Cottage Grove Road for dinner and dessert. A percentage of your
purchase will come back to our school to help with equipment, supplies and MORE!
Don’t forget to tell family, friends, neighbors and coworkers to stop into Culver’s and
help Sennett on October 14th.
Let’s pack the Culver’s to show our Sennett Spirit!
Sennett Book Fair
November 11 – 19 Tuesday – Friday 7:30 am – 3:30 pm November 13 & 18 During Evening Conferences
Save the Date
Battle of the Books: Does your child love to read? Could she/he use an extra reading challenge? In October, Ms. Beckett will be talking to classes about participating in Battle of the Books, a voluntary team activity. Students form
teams, read books on this year’s book list, and then participate in a fun contest in early March where we ask questions about the books and they work as a team to
tell us the title of the book and author. (Example: Q: In what book does an 11-year-old boy learn that he is a wizard? A: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K. Rowling)
Read On Wisconsin: Looking for more reading challenges? Check out Read On Wisconsin! a project to promote literacy and to help connect Wisconsin students
with great books. Started by Wisconsin’s former First Lady, Jessica Doyle, it is now run by the Cooperative Children’s Book Center (CCBC), a library division of
the UW-Madison’s Education. It features one book a month for students to read, and then they can join in an online discussion and/or submit written reviews. Go to this free website to get involved and read some great books (use the “Browse
Categories” drop-down menu to find the book lists) http://readon.education.wisc.edu/
Did you find school library books the last
time your family cleaned out the car or
house and now you don't know what to
do with them?
Never fear, we want them here! You can send found library books from
any of the MMSD schools to Sennett with your child, and the librarian,
Miss Beckett, will return them to the correct schools. Thank you!
The Sennett Book Fair is during the week of Parent
Conferences. As always, we will have a variety of books in English and Spanish, and both fiction and non-fiction. We use our profits to buy more books for classrooms and the library, as well as electronics like DVD and CD players for reading groups Your child will bring home more information as the fair draws near.
SEE YOU THERE! If you are interested in helping during the Book Fair
please contact Julie Beckett at [email protected]
Just a Friendly Reminder….. If your child is going to be absent for the day, late arriving to school, or leaving early for the day please remember to call the Sennett Attendance line 204-4020 before 8:00 am. Just leave us a message with your child’s name and homeroom teacher. Thank you!
PICTURE RETAKE DAY: WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22
Retakes for school pictures will be the morning of Wednesday, October 22. Students who would like to order a different picture packet or missed the previous picture day need to get their pictures taken. The pictures will be used: (1) for the student’s ID card, (2) for the student’s school picture (purchasing a package is optional), and (3) for the yearbook. Order forms, which contain prices, and picture and package options, are on the counter in the Sennett office. Please have your child come prepared with payment and order form There is no charge for retakes; however, the student needs to bring the previous packet in with him/her at the time the new picture is taken.
GO TO SCHOOL NIGHT WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2014 – NEW DATE
Meet the teachers and other staff!
Learn about the Sennett schedule!
Have questions answered!
(Students are welcome but must stay with their parents at all times.)
6:00 – 6:35 = Visit your child’s CORE teachers 6:35 – 7:00 = Visit your child’s ENCORE teachers
7:00 = Coffee and Cake in the Cafeteria
Information About Code Red Drills, Dean of Students, Quinn Craugh A Code Red is issued when there is a dangerous intruder (someone who is
armed, threatening or violent) inside the school building. Code Red drills are
practiced twice a year. Our first Code Red drill will take place during the month
of October. We practice Code Reds because we want all staff and students to
know the procedures and expectations for a Code Red in the event that a Code
Red is actually issued. Keeping your students in school, under staff supervision is the safest practice during a Code Red.
At school, students are provided a controlled and supervised environment.
Here are some important tips for parents & guardians to know in the event of an actual Code Red:
If students text, e-mail or call you to come and get them, do not come to Sennett. That is the most dangerous
response because you will be putting yourself at risk.
We will communicate to parents & guardians by tweeting on our website, and we will send out a Messenger that we are all clear.
If you have any questions about the Code Red Drill or Code Reds, feel free to contact Quinn Craugh at 204-4031 or [email protected]
October Wreath Sale
Winter may be far away, but we are already preparing for our annual wreath sale. In the fall we are selling
beautiful wreathes as an Upham Woods Fundraiser. Direct from the Ulrich's Farm in Ogema, WI! These wreaths
are made fresh the week we receive them. Wreaths come with a red velveteen bow, hook for hanging and
pinecones. They are top quality and reasonably priced. We will be selling 24", 36", and 48" Wreathes along with
Candy Canes, Swags and 12-Ft. Garland. More information will be on the parent portal. Students in Houses 1 and
2 are selling these wreathes. You may pick up flyers from them or you may contact Learning Coordinator,
Shawn Schroedl at 204-1946 or [email protected] . Orders are due Oct. 31. Can’t you just smell them
already!
Easy $ for Sennett
It’s simple. Cut out the Box Top coupons from containers on General Mills products and bring them to your homeroom by October 31th. We can get up to $20,000 each
year, imagine that!
All the money raised goes back to Sennett Middle School! Tell friends and family, “Please, give me your Box Tops!”
5% BACK TO SCHOOLS
You are probably done buying school supplies, but remember Sennett all year round when shopping at Office Depot. Office Depot will donate 5% of qualifying purchases to Sennett for free supplies. When you shop at Office Depot, simply tell the cashier that you would like your purchase to support Sennett Middle School. Out-of-town supporters will need to give our School ID Number 70109391.
TARGET REDCARD BENEFITS SENNETT Target will donate up to 1% of your REDcard purchases to Sennett. If you have a Target REDcard credit card, just visit www.target.com to enroll in Take Charge of Education® and select Sennett as your school of choice. It really adds up!
October Early Release Days Mondays, 1:37 pm
October 6, 13, 20. 27
OVERTURE CENTER FIELD TRIP PERMISSION SLIP
On Friday, October 24th, the entire Sennett student body – and most of its staff – will attend a performance
entitled the “360 Allstars,” as part of our annual school-wide community-building field trip. It will take place
from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m., and will be held in Overture Hall, inside of Madison’s Overture Center.
“360 ALLSTARS is a phenomenal theatrical performance exploring all forms of rotation. Boasting a stellar
cast, including world champion athletes, world class dancers and world renowned musicians, the production
connects the street with the elite to deliver a radical urban circus! A performance like no other, 360 ALLSTARS
reinvents the traditional circus by presenting contemporary performance styles instead of conventional circus
art forms. Replace acrobats with breakdancers, substitute a basketball freestyler in place of a juggler, swap the
unicyclist for a BMX flatlander, and throw in a Roue Cyr artist and you get an exhilarating circus performance,
like nothing you have seen before!”
The cost of this trip is $9.00, which will pay both for the performance and the bus. Please fill out the form
below and return it to your child’s homeroom teacher. It is our hope that every student can appreciate this
performance, as part of our Sennett community.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call: Lori Hillyer (204-1927).
Please print your child’s name clearly!
My child, ________________________________________________, whose homeroom teacher is
_____________________________, has my permission to attend the Overture performance on Friday, October
24th.
This permission form is due Tuesday, October 14th. Please attach $9.00 (exact amount please!), or make
checks payable to Sennett Middle School.
______ I have included the payment of $___________ for this field trip.
______ I am requesting a scholarship in the amount of $____________ for my child.
______ I am including a donation in the amount of $______________ to help another child attend this
performance.
_____________________________________________ _______________________
Parent or Guardian Date
IMPORTANT SENNETT PHONE NUMBERS
Tremayne Clardy, Principal 204-1923 Mark Dax , Asst. Principal 204-1942 Lori Hillyer, Learning Coordinator 204-1927 Shawn Schroedl, Learning Coordinator 204-1946 Kim Chambas, Nurse/Deb Hosking, Nurse Assistant 204-1928 Food Service Manager 204-1935 Carrie Klein, Social Worker – H2 Support 204-1931 Tiyawn Walker, MSCR Clubs & Sports 204-4029 Katy Schwallier, Psychologist – H3/H4 Support 204-1930 Madison Metro Bus Information 266-4466 Ashley Hebl, Social Worker – H5/H6 Support 204-1945 Nicky Najacht , Guidance Counselor/ H1 Support 204-1929
OFFICE PHONE NUMBERS
Main Office Number: 204-1920 Nurse: 204-1928 Auto Attendant: 204-4021 Safe Arrival Number: 204-4020 Fax: 204-0495 TDD: 204-4022
SENNETT STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
The Student Success Team serves all members of the Sennett Community. Team members include the counselor, social workers, nurse, and psychologist. Houses at Sennett are assigned one primary support team member who meets regularly with teachers to help define and meet student needs. The Student Success Team also meets weekly with the principal, assistant principal and security staff to process student needs and coordinate an effective delivery system of student support. Our goal is to keep Sennett a safe and supportive learning environment for all. To achieve this goal, the Student Success Team provides services that include individual and group counseling, consultation with teachers and parents, communication with community agencies and mental health professionals, and a host of other activities. When deciding who to contact for your particular need, it may be helpful to refer to the following House assignments and general role specialties. School Psychologist: Academic, Emotional & Behavioral Assessments and IEP Related Services. Consultation with Community
Mental Health Providers. Katy Schwallier (204-1930; [email protected]) Liaison for House 3 & House 4
School Social Workers: Home/School/Community collaboration. Referral to community and specialty services as listed below:
Carrie Klein (204-1931; [email protected]) Liaison for House 2
Prevention: Peer Mediation / SADD / TATU / TEAMM Teens
Alcohol & Other Drug Abuse Intervention and Education Ashley Hebl (204-1945; [email protected]) Liaison for Houses 5 and 6
Big Brother & Big Sister Organization
Student Attendance
Health Office: Provision of medication and school-based medical management Nurse: Kris Chambas (204-4027) Monday – Friday, except Wednesday, 8:00 AM-3:30 PM Nurse Assistant: Deb Hosking (204-1928: [email protected]) Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM-2:15 PM
School Counselor: Guidance, Talented and Gifted Program (TAG), People Program Liaison and AVID Nicky Najacht (204-1929; [email protected]) Liaison for House 1
SENNETT CALENDAR 2014-15 SCHOOL YEAR October 1 October Newsletter Available on Sennett Website October 1 Parent Action Team (PAT) Meeting, 6:00 PM October 1 GO TO SCHOOL NIGHT 6:00-7:30 PM October 6 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37 pm for PCT October 7 Fall Fundraiser Orders Due October 13 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37 pm for PCT October 14 Principal for a Day October 14 Sennett Night @ Culver’s 5:00-8:00 Cottage Grove Rd October 20 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37 pm for PCT October 22 Picture Retake Day @ 9-11 am October 24 All-School Overture Fieldtrip October 27 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37 pm for PCT
November 1 November Newsletter Available on Sennett Website November 3 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37 pm for PCT November 3 End of 1st Quarter November 4 2nd Quarter Begins November 5 Parent Action Team (PAT) Meeting, 6:00 PM November 11 Fall Fundraiser Delivery November 13 Parent/Teacher Evening Conferences November 13+18 Sennett Book Fair in LMC November 14 SCHOOL CLOSED– Professional Development Day November 18 EARLY RELEASE @ 11:40 AM Parent/Teacher Conf. November 20 Latino Parent Meeting 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM November 25 Green and Gold Party, 2:45-3:45 pm Nov. 26-28 SCHOOL CLOSED – Thanksgiving Holiday December 1 December Newsletter Available on Sennett Website December 1 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37 pm for PCT December 3 Parent Action Team (PAT) Meeting, 6:00 PM December 8 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37 pm for PCT December 11 Combined Winter Concert @ 7-8:30 pm at La Follette December 15 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37pm for PCT Dec. 22-Jan. 2 SCHOOL CLOSED – Winter Break January 5 January Newsletter Available on Sennett Website January 5 SCHOOL REOPENS January 7 Parent Action Team (PAT) Meeting, 6:00 PM January 12 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37 pm for PCT January 15 6th gr. Band & Orchestra Concert @ 7 pm in Sennett Gym January 19 SCHOOL CLOSED – Martin Luther King Jr. Day January 22 Latino Parent Meeting 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM January 23 EARLY DISMISSAL @ 11:40 AM – Grade Reporting January 23 End of 2nd Quarter January 26 3rd Quarter Begins January 30 NO SCHOOL – Parent/Teacher Conferences February 1 February Newsletter Available on Sennett Website February 4 Parent Action Team (PAT) Meeting, 6:00 PM February 6 SCHOOL CLOSED – Professional Development Day February 9 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37 pm for PCT February 16 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37 pm for PCT
February 23 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37 pm for PCT March 1 March Newsletter Available on Sennett Website March 2 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37 pm for PCT March 4 Parent Action Team (PAT) Meeting, 6:00 PM March 13 SCHOOL CLOSED – Professional Development Day March 16 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37 pm for PCT March 19 Latino Parent Meeting 6:00 PM – 7:00PM March 23 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37 pm for PCT March 27 End of 3rd Quarter Mar. 30-Apr. 6 SCHOOL CLOSED – Spring Break April 7 April Newsletter Available on Sennett Website April 7 School Reopens April 7 4th Quarter Begins April 8 Parent Action Team (PAT) Meeting, 6:00 PM April 9 Sennett Variety Show, 7 pm April 13 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37 pm for PCT April 20 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37 pm for PCT April 20-April 24 Upham Woods Trip – House 1 or 2 April 23 Take Your Child to Work Day April 27 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37 pm for PCT May 1 May Newsletter Available on Sennett Website May 4 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37 pm for PCT May 5 National Teacher Day May 6 Parent Action Team (PAT) Meeting, 6:00 PM May 11 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37 pm for PCT May 14 Voices & Visions @ 2:00 May 14 Latino Parent Meeting 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM May 18 EARLY RELEASE @ 1:37 pm for PCT May 21 Band Concert @ 7-8 pm in LaFollette Auditorium May 25 SCHOOL CLOSED – Memorial Day May 28 Orchestra Concert @ 7-8 pm in La Follette Auditorium June 1 June Newsletter Available on Sennett Website June 3 Parent Action Team (PAT) Meeting, 6:00 PM June 4 Choir Concert @ 7-8 pm at LaFollette Auditorium June 8 Mount Olympus Field Trip June 9 6th and 7th graders EARLY RELEASE @ 11:00 am June 9 8th Grade Celebration Day June 10 Last day of school for 8th graders ONLY June 11 EARLY DISMISSAL @ 9:05 M, Last Day of School June 11 End of 4th Quarter June 11 Quarter 4 Report Card available via Infinite Campus June 22 First Day of Summer School
2014-15 SENNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL CLUBS AND SPORTS
Club Name Leader/Contact Starts Ends Day of Week Time Competitions
African Am. History Club
TBA January April Thursday 2:50-3:50 Saturday
Basketball- 7th Gr. Boys
Steve Banks October December Practice TBA 2:50-5:00 Thursday
Basketball- 8th Gr. Boys
Steve Banks October December Practice TBA 2:50-5:00 Wednesday
Basketball- 7th Gr. Girls
Steve Banks January March Practice TBA 2:50-5:00 Tuesday
Basketball- 8th Gr. Girls
Steve Banks January March Practice TBA 2:50-5:00 Wednesday
Back on Track (BOT)
Carmen Ames September May Tues-Thurs 2:50-5:00
Battle of the Books
TBA September April Tues-Thurs Varies
Catering Club
Holly Kanvik September May Wednesday or Thursday
2:50-3:50
Computer Club
Beth Hawker October May Wednesday 2:50-3:50
Dance Team TBA November May Tuesday 2:50-3:50
Downhill Ski Club Carmen Ames December March Friday 2:50-3:50
Flag Football*
Steve Banks September October Tuesday & Thursday
2:50-4:45
Gay Straight Alliance (GSA)
Caryl Hodgeman September May Thursday 2:50-3:50
Homework Club
Tiyawn Walker September May Mon-Thurs 2:50-3:50
Horseback Riding
Holly Kanvik September November Tuesday 2:50-3:50
Juventud Lauren Deakman September May Monday & Tuesday
2:50-3:50
Multi-Cultural Club Caryl Hodgman September May Wednesday 2:50-3:50
Youth Recreation Center Tiyawn Walker September May Mon-Thurs 2:50-5:00
Running Club Nicky Najacht September November Wednesday & Thursday
2:50-3:50
Soccer Peter Trail April June Monday 2:50-4:00 Thursday
Student Council Shawn Schroedl September June Varies 2:50-3:50
Tennis Club (Fall) Nan Perschon September October Wednesday 2:50-3:50
Tennis Club ( Spring) Nan Perschon April June Friday 2:50-3:50 Wednesday
Ultimate Frisbee Club Tim Webendorfer September October Tuesday 2:50-3:50
Volleyball* TBA September October Tuesday-Thursday
2:50-3:50 Thursday
*All Team Sports are coed for 7th and 8th graders only, except for Basketball which is listed above.
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