Upcoming Events
3/27/2010
- Kiva Silent Auction4/2/2010
- District Recess-No School5/26/2010
5/31/2010
8/9/2010
District Announcements
Kiva Student Wins Back to School Slogan Contest
Max Campodall'Orto, a fourth grade student at Kiva Elementary School, submitted the winning slogan for Scottsdale Unified School District's Back to School Campaign. The winning slogan is Learning is Fun! Be Here On Day One!
This slogan will be used for the Back to School Poster Contest. Thank you to all the students who submitted a slogan for the contest.
Census Forms Arriving Mid-March – Be Counted!
The U.S. Census Bureau is mailing census forms to all residents in mid-March. Residents will have until Mid-April to complete and return the form. Completing the form is easy, safe and important!Easy - The 2010 Census has only 10 Questions. Information about everyone who lives at a residence should be included on the completed Census form.
Safe - Per Title 13 of the United States Code, the U.S. Census Bureau is not allowed to share an individual's response with anyone, including other federal agencies or law enforcement entities.
Important - Census data determines boundaries for state and local legislative and congressional districts. Also, Census data determines how $400 billion in federal funding (for schools, roads, senior centers and libraries - to name a few examples) is allocated to communities. Every person is worth an average of $1000 to their community in federal funding if they are counted in the Census.
Pre-School Scholarship Opportunities
Scottsdale Unified School District is pleased to announce the receipt of the ‘First Things First’ grant through the Arizona Department of Education. The grant provides preschool scholarships effective now until the end of the school year for eligible children. 
Pre-school Scholarships available
Pre-school Scholarships availableUpdate-Sharing Healthy Experience (s.h.e.) Forum
SUSD and Scottsdale Prevention Institute will host the Sharing Healthy Experiences (s.h.e.) Forum on Saturday, March 27 from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. at Ingleside Middle School.
Hundreds of girls, parents and educators will rock out to live music, enjoy a delicious lunch and participate in interactive experiences all relating to the teen and “tween” girl years. The event is open to all girls in grades 5-8, with or without a parent in attendance.
see S.H.E Flyer | see WorkshopsHome of the Cougars!
Kindess • Integrity • Volunteers • Academics
A Welcome Back Message from Mr. Noonan
A.I.M.S. and Stanford 10 testing is right around the corner, the week of April 12th-16th, with make-ups the following week. It is important that ALL of our students arrive to school on time ready to demonstrate their very best. Thank you for your assistance!
Following spring break, parent input forms will be made available in the office. If you would like to provide some additional details about your child as we begin the task of creating class lists for next year please come to the office to pick one up. We ask that all input forms be returned to Mr. Noonan or Ms. Kristine Shirley by Friday, April 23rd. Below is some information that we will use to guide our work.
The teachers and I consider three major perspectives as we work together to develop class groupings:
- Individual child’s needs
- Balanced classroom composition, and
- The need to create balance among classrooms at a grade level.
Individual Child’s Needs
- We strive to achieve a good match between the child’s learning style and the classroom environment.
- We strive to provide friendship possibilities within the classroom for each child.
Balanced Classroom Composition and Balance Among Classes
- We strive to achieve a balance of boys and girls within each classroom.
- We strive to ensure that each classroom reflects the ethnic diversity of all the students at that grade level.
- We strive to ensure that each class reflects the range of learners, from independent to needing special support. We strive to ensure that each class reflects the range of academic abilities.
- We strive to establish social dynamics within each class that work to foster a positive learning environment.
- We strive to include in each class parents who are interested in and available to help with in-class activities and field trips.
As you can see from the range of variables we consider, the task of forming classes is complex. We take the classroom grouping process seriously, always trying to put the best educational interests of the children first. We expect parents to trust and respect the judgment of the staff in making classroom placement decisions. If you have specific information you would like to provide about your child’s learning or social/emotional needs, please fill out the parent input form. Please note that we cannot accept requests for specific teachers; please do not put the teachers in an uncomfortable situation by making such a request.
A Note from the Principal about AIMS Testing
Parents,
As a reminder, please add these dates to your calendar:
· AIMS Writing Field Test for grades 5 and 6 February 22, 2010
· April 12, 2010 AIMS Writing for grade 5 and 6
· April 13-15, 2010 AIMS Reading and Math
· April 13-14, 2010 AIMS Stanford 10 for Grade 2
· April 16, 2010 AIMS Science for Grade 4
· April 19-23, 2010 AIMS Make-up Testing
Be sure to encourage your child to do their personal best in all testing situations.
Kiva Students "Read Across America"
"Read Across America" is an annual reading motivation and awareness program that calls for every child in every community to celebrate reading on March 2, the birthday of beloved children's author Dr. Seuss. Kiva students celebrated the day with guest speakers, special reading activities, and so much more! Ask your child about how they celebrated Read Across America Day in their classroom.
Healthy Habits Photos Needed
Nurse Noreen & Miss Jane need your help with the Health Office décor! We would like to have your photos to post on the bulletin board demonstrating the theme of “Healthy Habits.” If you have a photo of yourself and/or your family showing off your healthy habits at home, school or play, we would love to put it up in the health office to inspire others. The bigger, the better! Examples might be biking or skateboarding wearing protective helmets/padding, eating healthy foods, exercise/dance/sports classes (attention Running Club members!), that all-important handwashing, even getting a good night’s sleep! Use your imagination and bring in your photos showing how you stay safe and healthy.
Mark Your Calendars for the Kiva Silent Auction
An Evening in Paradise
Silent & Live Auction and raffle
Saturday, March 27, 2010
Hyatt Gainey Ranch
5:30 to 10pm
$40 per person
three course dinner, two complimentary cocktails, wine with dinner,
music by The Sirocco Trio
KIVA SILENT AUCTION 2010 KICKOFF MEETING
KIVA SILENT AUCTION 2010 KICKOFF MEETING
Attention all Kiva families and Homeroom Parents:
This year's Silent Auction will be held on March 27th at Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa. The Silent Auction is Kiva's largest fundraiser, so we appreciate your participation.
This year's Silent Auction will be held on March 27th at Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa. The Silent Auction is Kiva's largest fundraiser, so we appreciate your participation.
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