Who do you go to if you have questions about payroll and employee benefits?
Tracey Waller (Bookkeeper)
When are lesson plans due?
Thursday by 12:00 am. Submittal will begin Friday, July 28th
How many grades should be entered into Infinite Campus each week?
2-3 grades should be entered weekly.
What system do we use for behavior?
PBIS
What time should I report for morning duty
7:05
Who do you see for attendance
Equalla Butler (Registrar)
What is the purpose of collaborative planning/ PLCs?
For educators to engage in reflective, instructional conversation, development of standards-based lessons, creation of common assessments, analysis of student performance data, problem-solve/intervene when any student on the grade level is not learning and or being challenged.
What are the GMAS 4 levels of student achievement?
Distinguished Learner
Proficient Learner
Developing Learner
Beginning Learner
Classroom
Hallway
Restroom
Cafeteria
Playground
When should you contact a parent regarding a student's absence?
After two consecutive absences. Be sure to document in Infinite Campus.
Who should you see for furniture and equipment requests?
Larry Rivers (Head Custodian)
When can I start assigning homework?
August 18,2025
Which grades use standards based grades? Numerical grades?
Grades 3-5 use numerical grading (100 point scale)
How can you tell if a classroom is academically challenging?
Students:
--Transition smoothly and without disruption.
--Use classroom space and resources efficiently to support their own learning and that of peers.
--Manage time and resources
--Engage in learning activities for the entire class period.
--Work both independently and cooperatively.
--Keep records of their own progress, behavior, and accomplishments.
--Student led conferences
--Monitor their behavior with teacher guidance, adjusting behavior when appropriate to support learning.
What do you do if you suspect child abuse or concern about a child?
Contact Ms. Green, Dr. White, Mrs. Bonner, and/ or Ms. Wilson.
Do NOT send the student to office or counselor, OR send an email.
Who should I see if I have questions about field trips?
Leah Green (Principal)
What are the three student supports that provide differentiation?
Gifted, MTSS, Special Education
What are the three standardized tests students could take?
GAA (Georgia Alternate Assessment)
GMAS (Georgia Milestones Assessment System)
ACCESS (EL language proficiency)
What does 'use closed requests' mean?
Requests prefaced with 'Thank you' have a marked effect on how the request is received. Leaves no 'hook' to hold onto and argue with.
What is the purpose of a Wednesday folder?
Send home graded student work
Flyers
Newsletters
*This is ONE form of communication to parents/ guardians
Chanda Twilley-Mintz
What does a Paraprofessional do?
Paraprofessionals are employed to be instructional assistants for students. Their time must be spent in direct instruction with students, NOT COMPLETING CLERICAL TASKS. Paraprofessionals may provide follow-up activities but are not responsible for primary instruction.
If you are considering retaining a student, who should you be in contact with?
The parent
Mrs. Anthony
Ms. Green
What does MWBA mean?
Management by Walking Around
What is the procedure for student medications, injuries, and/ or first aid?
Only designated personnel (School Nurse) or designee are allowed to administer prescription medication to students.
If a student suffers a slight injury, the student should be sent with a NOTE or escorted to the clinic for first aid.
In the event of a serious injury, send for the Principal or AP immediately and DO NOT MOVE THE CHILD.