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Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Seventh Grade Abstinence Education Lessons on 60 Day Review

Kyrene School District is near the end of a 60 day review process of adapted lessons from the “Worth the Wait” program for use with 7th grade for the 2011-2012 school year. These lessons support instruction of the Kyrene Expanded Health Curriculum Strand 9 (Growth & Development) and Strand 10 (HIV/AIDS/STIs). If these lessons are approved by the Kyrene Governing Board, trained instructors from Pima Prevention Partnership will deliver the instruction to seventh graders during the spring of 2012. As a reminder, parents must provide written permission for students to participate in these lessons. Alternate lessons are provided for those students whose parents choose for them not to participate.

All resources for the lessons and activities used during instruction are available for viewing during regular business hours at the Kyrene District Office, Curriculum and Learning Services Department until Tuesday January 3, 2012. Special evening viewing hours will be held on Tuesday, December 6 from 5-7 PM before the Kyrene Governing Board meeting and Wednesday 4-6 PM before the Traditional School parent meeting. Parents, teachers, and community members are encouraged to view and provide feedback related to the lessons. The feedback will be reviewed by the Kyrene Health Steering Committee and the Kyrene Governing Board. For questions please contact Moira Turner 480-783-4118 or mturne@kyrene.org

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Kyrene Informational Meetings

You are invited to attend any of the following Parent Information Meetings on Kyrene’s Choice Programs 

Kyrene Traditional Academy- Sureño Campus – for students K-6th grades

Wednesday, December 7th 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Meeting will be held at:

Kyrene District Office

8700 South Kyrene Road, Tempe 85284

College Bound Dual Language Academy –for  K, 1st and 2nd grades

Monday, December 5th 9:00-10:00 a.m.

Meeting will be held at:

Kyrene de los Niños

1330 E. Dava Drive, Tempe 85283

Kyrene Prep Program (on Kyrene Middle School Campus) for 6th – 8th grades

Wednesday, February 1st 6:30 p.m.

Meeting will be held at:

Kyrene Middle School 

1050 E. Carver Road, Tempe 85283

As you know, Kyrene is a highly successful school district.  Reasons include low administrative overhead and high dollars in the classroom, a national award winning technology program and achievement results higher than the state average on the AIMS tests.  The mission at Kyrene is to ensure continuous academic achievement and personal growth for every student.   To that end, Kyrene provides school learning choices for families to address the unique talents and needs of  students.  The choice programs below allow parents options when deciding on a learning environment for their child.

· C.A.S.A. Vida (Homeschool enrichment)

· College Bound Dual Language Academy

· College Preparatory Academy

· Kyrene Prep Program

· Leadership Academy

· Kyrene Traditional Academy

· Early Learning Options - All of our early learning options incorporate age-appropriate activities that help children reach their full potential cognitively, socially, physically and emotionally. They include: Bienvenidos Kids Club, Early Learning Centers, Montessori Kids Club and Kyrene Preschool.

To learn more about any of these options go to www.kyrene.org or call 480-783-4000. 

Kyrene is a highly successful school district, from administrative overhead versus “in the class­room” dollar figures to the national award winning technology program to achievement results much higher than the state average on the AIMS test.   

Kyrene’s mission states…ensure continuous academic achievement and personal growth for every student. We take this very seriously and believe that Kyrene schools are up to the task just as we have been for the past 120 years

Kyrene provides additional learning opportunities and choices for families because of the unique talents and needs our students possess.  The choice programs below allow  you choose the best route for your child. We encourage students to learn at their own pace and at the same time allow for advanced opportunities.

» C.A.S.A. Vida (Homeschool enrichment)

» College Bound Dual Language Academy

» College Preparatory Academy

» Kyrene Prep Program

» Leadership Academy

» Traditional Academy Concept

Early Learning Options - All of our early learning options incorporate age-appropriate activities that help children reach their full potential cognitively, socially, physically and emotionally. They include: Bienvenidos Kids Club, Early Learning Centers, Montessori Kids Club and Kyrene Preschool.  More on Early Learning Options.

Thursday, November 17, 2011

Override Election Results are IN!

Message from Kyrene Superintendent Dr. David Schauer

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Thank you to the Kyrene School District community!  The results have been tabulated and Kyrene’s override election was successful!

The capital override is a continuation of an existing secondary tax that has been in place for the past 7 years. This allows the district to raise additional funds above and beyond what’s granted by the state specifically for the purpose of supporting technology needs. Those items include several parent communication systems, payroll and transportation software, productivity programs like email, excel, powerpoint and tools for the classroom. What the continuation of this funding effectively does, is allow the primary state dollars to be used for things like teachers, learning supplies and utilities. 

Thanks to the many community volunteers who stepped forward providing time and energy educating voters on this initiative. The Political Action Committee that worked on this effort, was led by Mitzi Epstein, former Kyrene Board member, and we thank her.

Kyrene remains committed to increasing the academic growth of all students. Your support of this vital funding helps us in that work.

David K. Schauer, Superintendent

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Kyrene Foundation & Hot Air Balloons

The Arizona Balloon Classic welcome the Kyrene Foundation! Family, friends and colleagues are all invited to attend this spectacular event. It's a win-win for all as a portion of all proceeds benefits the Kyrene Schools Community Foundation! You won't want to miss the action, so buy your tickets now! See you on the field!

General Admission Event Pass
Good November 18th - 20th 2011

Wild Horse Pass / Rawhide
5700 West North Loop Road
Chandler, AZ 85226
Rain or Shine
Visit www.azballoonclassic.com for schedule of events

Five Simple Steps to Order your Tickets:
  1. Click Here (opens in a new window) to go to the Ticket Order Site.
  2. Enter your special offer code: KYRENE (all caps)
  3. KYRENE specialty tickets provided flexibility in attending any one (1) single event throughout the weekend (reentry is not permitted).
  4. See www.azballoonclassic.com for a detailed schedule of activities.
  5. All tickets will be placed in will-call for pick up upon your arrival (ID and credit card corresponding with purchase required at pick up).

Kyrene Foundation Ballon Kid

Monday, November 7, 2011

Rice & Bean Drive

Student Council is holding a RICE & BEAN drive benefitting the Kyrene Resource Center.

The grade level with the largest donations wins Spirit Points for the next Pep Rally!

Donations should be taken to the student’s Academic Lab classroom now through December 9th!

ATTN: Twilight Fans

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A private sneak peak preview of

The Twilight Saga:

Breaking Dawn Part 1

Date: November 17th, 2011

A Day Before Opening Night!

Location: Harkins Chandler Fashion Mall

Time: 8:00 pm (approximate movie time)

Cost: a minimum $15 donation

www.vampiresforcharity.org buy tickets online!

With your donation, you will receive a movie ticket and also be entered into an opportunity drawing.

Drawing will be held prior to the movie.  Need not be present to win.  No cash value.

If you can’t join us for the movie below, you can still support KYRENE FOUNDATION  by eating this same evening at the following locations near the Harkins Theatres at Chandler Mall:

BJs Brewery

Buffalo Wild Wings

California Pizza Kitchen

Chick fil A

See www.kyrenefoundation.org for details and flyers.

To reserve your spot please contact:

MarJean Steinkamp msteinkamp2001@yahoo.com 602-751-7823 or

Michelle Fulton  michellefulton@gmail.com 480-248-7884

Checks payable to Kyrene Foundation

www.kyrenefoundation.org

Friday, November 4, 2011

Override Election, Tuesday, November 8th

http://www.youtube.com/kyreneschooldistrict#p/c/2/BcpfOjsRmNw

Parents,

Please click on the link above to view the 3 minute video from Dr. David Shauer, our superintendent. He shares some helpful information about what this override money is used for in our schools.

I have paraphrased the topics he covers in the notes below. Please use this as a reference and not a replacement for viewing the video yourself.

If the link does not work, copy and paste it into your browser.

Thank you,

-Tammy Schick, PTO

Video by Dr. David Shauer, Superintendent of the Kyrene School District, Regarding Override Election

· To continue funding previously voted into place in 2005

· Wording on the ballot says, “Allow district to exceed budget limit”

· Rest assured that the district is required by law to balance budget every year

· Will not spend any more money than they have

· It is a continuation of support

Dr. Shauer walked through classrooms in district and witnessed:

· Examples of Technology in the classroom

· Technology makes “Learning come alive” for students

· Students using document cameras, smart boards

· Students benefit tremendously from technology in the classroom

· Funding from override provides training needed to allow teachers to effectively integrate these technology tools into their classrooms

· Provides systems allowing the district and parents to be effective and efficient; such as Parent Portal (access & monitoring student progress, grades)

REMEMBER - Election November 8th: Express your point of view by voting

For more information:

http://www.kyrene.org/budget/BudgetElection.htm