We are so excited to meet you and your student!
Welcome to
David Mindess Elementary School
Who are we?
Administration
Welcome
Responsive Classroom
“Responsive Classroom is a student-centered, social and emotional learning approach to teaching and discipline. It is comprised of a set of research, and evidence-based practices designed to create safe, joyful, and engaging classrooms and school communities for both students and teachers.” RC Website
Welcome
Our Curriculum
EnVision Math
Units of Study: Reading
Units of Study: Writing
Science Units in accordance with MA Curriculum Frameworks
Social Studies in accordance with MA Curriculum Frameworks
How do we monitor academic progress?
English Language Arts:
iReady, Dibels
MCAS
Social And Emotional:
DESSA
Explicit instruction in classrooms
Math:
Pre and Post Unit Assessments
iReady
MCAS
Special Education
2nd to 3rd grade Transition Meeting
Parents of children with IEPs
Welcome
Our
Unified Arts
Computers - Ms. Breault
Wellness - Ms. Plichta
PE - Mr. Powers/ Ms. Nicholson
Art - Ms. Glynn
Music - Ms. Fontaine
Library - Ms. Lamphier
Chorus
*Band offered in grades 4 and 5*
Welcome
Our
Schedule
8 Day UA Rotating Schedule
Lunch - 30 Minutes
Recess - 25 Minutes
Start Time 7:40
Dismissal 2:10
What makes Mindess special?
Transition Practices
Joint Placement Meetings
Step Up Day
Admin visits Warren
School wide tours and scavenger hunts during the first days of school
Invite communications about your questions and concerns
Volunteers
The Mindess School welcomes classroom volunteers at the discretion of the teacher. However, please keep in mind that all volunteers/chaperones must have an active CORI on file with the district. A CORI form must be submitted every year for processing. Forms are available in the school office. Individuals must personally hand in the completed CORI form and a valid picture ID to the office administrator. Keep in mind that CORI results usually take 2 – 3 weeks.
Questions and Answers
5th Grade Student Council
Tour Guides
A brief impression as a rising 5th grader.
Be in the KNOW!
Thank you!
Questions, please contact:
Jenna Larrenaga
Or
Kate Altman
kaltman@ashland.k12.ma.us