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Brentwood School Traditional Learning Center (TLC)

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Please turn phones and appliances to vibrate. This meeting is designed for

• adults. Please be considerate
• f others; if your child is fussy,

please take them outside the gymnasium. This presentation will be available online for a few weeks for your reference.

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We would like to acknowledge the traditional territories and oral practices of the Blackfoot Nations, which includes the Siksika (Seeg-see-gah), the Piikani (Bee-gah-nee), and the Kainai (Guy-nah). We also acknowledge the Tsuut’ina (Soot—tenna) and Stoney Nakoda (Na-ko-da) First Nations, the Métis Nation (Region 3), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.

Acknowledging the Land

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• Agenda

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Introduction of School Staff

Tim Michayluk, Principal Sharon Marshall, Assistant Principal Sandi Gualtieri, Learning Leader Sherri Sherren, Learning Leader Michelle Weaver, Learning Leader Victoria O’Shaughnessy, Secretary Corinne Reiter, Secretary

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General information

Brentwood School has two programs:

• Traditional Learning Centre
• Communication Sensory

and Social Interaction (CSSI) 1 class

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General information

• Dynamic school with highly

engaged students and parents

• Character Education
• Common

Activities/Celebrations TLC Program continues at Thomas B. Riley School.

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School Profile: 2017-2018

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Grade Number of Classrooms Number of students Class size range Kindergarten 2 AM / 2 PM 100 25-26 One 5 102 20-21 Two 5 96 19-20 Three 5 113 22-24 Four 6 139 23-24 Five 4 103 25-28 CSSI – Special Education 1 7 7 Totals: 30 662

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Calgary Board of Education has 8 distinct alternative programs in multiple sites:

• Aboriginal Focus
• Arts-Centred
• All Boys
• All Girls
• Languages
• Montessori
• Science
• Traditional Learning Centre (TLC)

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Why Alternative Programs?

• Providing families choices to

meet the unique learning needs

• f each student.
• Programs focus on a particular

language, culture, subject (Arts, Science), or teaching philosophy.

• Informed choice is essential –

what is THIS particular program about and how does it meet MY child’s needs?

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Key Messages

• Each program has unique

features.

• Integrity of the program remains

the same across sites.

• All sites follow Alberta Programs
• f Study with ATA certificated

teachers.

• All families are eligible to

register for the lottery process (where applicable).

• Aligned with system timeframe

for registration.

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Characteristics of the TLC Program:

• character education
• whole group instruction
• academic enrichment (vertical

and horizontal as appropriate and possible in the school setting)

• mandatory Music/Band until end
• f grade 9
• Mandatory French as a Second

Language from grade 1

• singing of O Canada daily
• mandatory school uniform
• TLC Program ends in Grade 9

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Elements of the TLC Program: Daily Homework

Students in Grade 1 – 5 have daily homework starting in October. Homework is assigned on Monday and submitted, completed, on Friday (or the last day of the week). It is expected that parents support the students in completing the homework to the best of their ability. Parents with Kindergarten students are encouraged to read every night with their children and review concepts provided by their classroom teacher.

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Differences with community school programs:

• Gradual release of responsibility

model

• Character education program
• French from Grade 1
• Music/Band until end of Grade 9
• In middle school, with mandatory

Band and French, students will not have access to as many other complimentary courses

• There are costs associated with

purchasing the uniform and fees associated with the Band program

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Similarities with community school programs:

• Alberta Programs of Study
• Second language opportunities
• Daily PE
• Character
• Citizenship
• Personal Development

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The TLC classroom:

• utilizes the gradual release of

responsibility model

• provides whole group

instruction as primary approach

• academic enrichment both

vertical (middle school) and horizontal(elementary) where necessary

• intentionally teaches and

reinforces elements of a character education program

• Has daily homework

expectations in grades 1 - 9

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A TLC student demonstrates…

• respect for self, others, and

the environment

• self-management and
• rganizational skills
• participation in positive social

interactions and take an active role when engaging in problem solving, acts of citizenship and service

• acceptance of a rigorous

academic environment

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A TLC student demonstrates…

• acceptance of a rigorous

academic environment

• willingness to pursue

excellence across all disciplines

• f the Alberta Programs of

Study

• a willingness to work

independently

• a commitment to daily

homework

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Communities attending Brentwood TLC

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Arbour Lake Bowness Brentwood Citadel Charleswood Crestmont Dalhousie Edgemont Green Briar Greenwood Hamptons Hawkwood Montgomery Nolan Hill Parkdale

• Pt. McKay

Ranchlands Rocky Ridge Royal Oak Scenic Acres Sherwood Silversprings

• St. Andrews Hts

Tuscany University Hts University of Calgary Valley Ridge Varsity West side of West Hillhurst SM

Registration

• Registrations are NOT on a first

come first serve basis.

• Registration packages are

available tonight or from the school at a later date.

• Please submit applications in

person – not by fax or email.

• Children not born in Canada

must begin their registration process at Kingsland Centre (details available from the school office).

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• We will most likely

be in a lottery situation this year.

• What does that look

like?

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Scenario for next year

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Lottery Process

• Where a program is oversubscribed

the lottery process will be employed

• Registrations are categorized using

3 priorities:

• Priority 1 - siblings in walk zone
• Priority 2 - walk zone, no siblings
• r outside walk zone with sibling
• Priority 3 – designated

attendance area

• Notification of acceptance via letter
• r email by 10 business days after

the lottery (this year is March 1, 2019)

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Timeline for Registration

• Opens January 14, 2019
• Closed noon on Tuesday before

Teachers’ Convention (this year February 12, 2019)

• Lottery drawn on Wednesday

before Teachers’ Convention (this year February 13, 2019)

• Results of the lottery draw sent

within 10 business days of the draw (this year is March 1, 2019)

• Parents must accept/decline

within 10 days from the date of the acceptance letter

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Transportation considerations:

• K-5 yellow bus transportation

provided following CBE congregated stop guidelines for alternative programs

• parents pay an annual fee for

CBE yellow bus service or purchase monthly Calgary Transit passes

• transportation for grades 6-9

may be offered through congregated yellow bus stops

• r Calgary Transit

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Transportation considerations:

• Congregated stops are

reviewed annually and informed by pre-registration for transportation, online through MyCBE

• Congregated stops may not

be within walking distance and alternate arrangements may be required to access the congregated stop

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• It is best for parents to

access bus maps from the CBE website. If this is not possible, parents may come to the school

• **Kindergarten children have

two bus routes. Morning or afternoon and a mid-day trip.

• Kindergarten class placement

in morning or afternoon is determined by address.

• Children should ride the bus

beginning on the first day of school

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• Parents are responsible to

ensure students travel to and from the existing bus stops safely; Kindergarten students must be met at the bus stop by an adult

• Parents should familiarize

themselves with the Transportation website

• A First Ride program will be
• ffered in May for students

new to riding the bus. Details to follow.

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Transportation & Lunchroom Fees

These fees are reviewed annually each spring by Board of Trustees and are subject to change. http://www.cbe.ab.ca/registration/fees-and-waivers/Pages/default.aspx

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Transportation Fees 2018-2019 Transportation K- 5 $350.00 Lunchroom Gr 1 -5 $285.00

Other Fees

Incidental lunchroom fee

• Gr. 1-5= $10

Average field trip fees (collected for the whole year) K= $75 Gr. 1-5 =$125

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Transportation considerations:

• pre-registration for

transportation, online through My CBE Account, is essential so that your address can be considered when routes/stops are planned.

• Individuals who are eligible to

apply for a waiver, can find forms and instructions at http://www.cbe.ab.ca/registration/f ees-and- waivers/Pages/default.aspx TM 29

Parent and Student Commitments

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Uniforms are purchased by parents from McCarthy’s. Formal uniforms are required on Mondays, assemblies or other special

• ccasion days.

Informal uniform may be worn on all other days Casual clothes may be worn

• n designated casual days

Required Uniforms

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Formal Uniforms

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Informal Uniforms

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Information about uniforms will be provided when you submit your completed registration All uniform pieces must be in good shape – no rips, tears, patches – and should be clean. Required Uniforms

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• Children should not be

dropped off at school before 8:55 as there is no supervision available

• Brentwood School does not

provide childcare outside of regular instructional hours

• Local daycare is limited
• Our Parent Bulletin Board is

used to post notices as a service to parents for various programs and services. These are not screened or endorsed by the school.

Childcare Realities

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Volunteers are an important part of Elementary schools Some examples of where you can volunteer:

• to supervise some of our

fieldtrips and in-school programs

• to assist with some events

coordinated by our School Council

• to help in classrooms

Volunteers

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ALL volunteers must:

• 1. Have a valid Police Security
• Clearance. To start this process,

bring a government ID to the

• ffice during school hours.
• 2. Complete an annual Volunteer

Registration form for the school.

• 3. Attend a Volunteer Orientation in

the fall. September dates and times for the Orientation will be announced at the Kindergarten Orientation on May 30, 2019 and then posted to our website calendar.

Volunteers

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KINDERGARTEN Kindergarten AM (Monday – Thursday) Classes begin at 9:10 a.m. Classes end at 11:57 a.m. Kindergarten PM (Monday – Thursday) Classes begin at 1:03 p.m. Classes end at 3:50 p.m. Kindergarten (Friday) AM and PM classes attend on alternate Fridays Classes begin at 9:10 a.m. Classes end at 1:20 p.m.

School Hours

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GRADES ONE TO FIVE Monday – Thursday Classes begin at 9:10 AM Morning classes end at 12:30 PM Afternoon classes start at 1:20 PM Classes end at 3:50 PM Friday Classes begin at 9:10 PM Classes end at 1:20 PM

Current School Hours

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School Council

• Who we are
• What we do
• How you can be involved
• Council Sponsored

Activities:

• Welcome Back Breakfast –

September

• Pumpkinella- October
• Family event– February
• Fun Lunches & Treat days
• Staff Appreciation
• Bus Driver Appreciation
• Twitter and Facebook feeds

Council supports:

• Student Agendas

~ $6-$7 per child annually

• Residency Projects (Art, Drama,

Dance)

• School Identified needs –

Technology, Extension materials and Resources

• School Wide Field trips
• Reading program for all students

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• In your package you will

find information to help you determine if your child is ready to start Kindergarten.

• Please take the time to

review this information and if you have questions, come talk to us.

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Kindergarten Information Package

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We will now address general questions that pertain to all students. If you have a specific question that addresses

• nly your situation, please

hold your questions.

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Thank you for attending this evening.