McKinney-Vento
Who is the McKinney-Vento liaison?
Nicole Lackie
What is the first thing you should do in an emergency?
Remain calm!
What day of the week will classroom newsletters go out? How often?
Every other Friday
Which of our staff has fed baby wolves?
Which of the following qualifies for McKinney-Vento?
A. A student who has been adopted.
B. A student who is an unaccompanied youth.
C. A student who lives with only 1 parent.
D. A student who lives in an apartment.
B. A student who is an unaccompanied youth.
Do students need to wait for an adult during an evacuation?
No, they should begin the process right away.
How often should Alma grades be updated?
At least every 2 weeks
Whose favorite movie is the Dead Poets Society?
Aly Hutter
What are the three things you should do to assist in identifying a student that may be McKinney-Vento?
Look Closer, Learn More, Act
What is a reverse evacuation?
An evacuation where students go INTO the building because of a danger outside.
True or False
Teachers can choose to use EITHER ClassDojo OR Alma to send out newsletters.
False, please use both
Who was once asked to join a Scottish Dancing Troupe in Canada?
Jenny Wichland
A student has come to you and said they forgot their snack. You have noticed this happens about once a week on Mondays. Does this child demonstrate a need for a McKinney-Vento referral?
No. The child is not demonstrating a need, YET. This is a student you should continue to monitor and 'learn more' about.
True or False
During a 'Secure the Building' emergency, students need to move to their secure spot in the classroom away from doors and windows.
False
What is the best way to communicate with families about a dangerous or destructive event that occurred in the classroom?
Phone Call!
Who has moved homes 7 times in the last 11 years?
Lori Caron
A student says they have been moving around a lot because mommy and daddy are not getting along. This student has been sleeping at various friends and families homes while her parents 'figure things out'. Does this child demonstrate a need for a McKinney-Vento referral?
Yes, this child's living situation is NOT fixed nor adequate. This might be a temporary situation but is still one that warrants notification to the liaison.
True or False
If the alarm goes off during a lockdown, you should NOT evacuate the building.
True, students and staff should remain in the classroom unless verbally notified.
True or False
You can write a communication log for cleaners via email.
False, use the communications log book
Who has always wanted to be a race car driver and drove on the track in Loudon?
Nicole Conroy