Sumac Proudly Announces an Exciting, New and Innovative Program for the
2011-2012 SchoolYear!
School Vision: To promote 21st century learning that goes above and beyond our standards-based instructional program in an effort to elevate global literacy for our students through Language immersion and STEM.
"L" - Dual-Language (English/Spanish) will be offered at the Kindergarten level in the Fall and will roll up through each year through 5th grade.
"S" - Science will be presented through hands-on units and integrated throughout the curriculum at all grade levels.
"T" - Technology is infused into all curricular areas through systematic technological instruction, schoolwide use of Mobi Boards, Student Response Systems (clickers), state-of-the-art computer labs, and student laptops.
"E" - Engineering will be integrated into the instructional program utilizing the Engineering Design Process: Ask, Imagine, Plan, Create, Improve.
"M" - Mathematics will involve whole-brain learning with an emphasis on real-world application and will cross other curricular areas.
Principal's Message
Welcome to Sumac Elementary School's website. We are all proud of our school community, and you will see this reflected in the pictures, postings, announcements and teacher links on our website. This site is a collaborative effort between staff, administration and our Parent Faculty Association (PFA). It is but one example of how we all work together to provide an enriched, standards-based learning environment for the students of Sumac School.
Parents, as you work in partnership with us, please keep these ideas in mind:
Become involved with our PFA - it's such a great way to meet new people and participate in the many extracurricular events at Sumac.
Keep in communication with your child's teacher - email, voice mail, conferences, checking his/her website, and monitoring homework and sharing concerns.
Maintain a consistent routine for homework; monitor what they are working on, allowing them to do the work themselves.
Volunteer time in the classroom. Working parents can help too! They can assist with classroom tasks from home, or even go on an occasional field trip.
Remember, you are the most important role model in your child's life (and actions speak louder than words).
Help children accept responsibility for their own behavior! Allow them to accept consequences, too! (school grades, detention, etc.)
Be sure your child's week is not overly-programmed (with too many after-school activities) - they need time to relax, play, spend family time, and exercise.
Even if you become upset with the teacher (or principal), please speak respectfully about them, then go directly to the source and share your concerns calmly
Practice active listening at home. Everyone appreciates being heard.
Help us help your children to develop strong organizational skills.
Promote the importance of doing well in school - help children see how what they are learning relates to real life and why a good education is crucial to future success.
Please know that the faculty and staff of Sumac School look forward to working in partnership with you this, and every year. We hope to see you at our many events.
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