Welcome to Frank M. Silvia

ElementaryKindergarten Orientation

Kindergarten Teachers & Paraprofessionals

Ms. Angela Longo Room 158

Mrs. Andrea Curran Room 159

Mrs. Kimberly Tracy Room 169

NEW HIRE - Room 170

Meet the Administration TeamMr. Patrick Lenz- Principal

Mrs. Melissa Homol - Vice Principal

Mr. Michael Pacheco - Vice Principal

Ms. Jennifer Grafton - Dean of Teaching & Learning

Mrs. Kristina Michel - School Adjustment Counselor

Mr. James Arruda - School Adjustment Counselor

Your child’s silvia school experience- Setting expectations

and making our procedures “routine”

- Balancing learning, safety, and fun

- Home-School communication is a priority

Arrival - School Start Time: 7:40am- BUS students are greeted at

the door and will walk directly to class

- PARENT DROP OFF-Students will enter through the front right doors and go directly to class

- STICKERS should be worn for the 1st 5 days of school to help staff get students to the correct class

Masks and sanitation

- Mask breaks- Cleaning procedures- Bathrooms- Social distancing

Morning Routine

Morning Meeting will be the start of every day, whether in person or remote.

Attendance counts and will be taken daily at this time.

Breakfast will be served to all students.

Snacks lunch and RecessStudents will have a morning and an afternoon snack time.

Morning snack may be brought from home. It should be healthy and peanut-free.

Students will have a 20 minute outdoor recess (weather permitting). In the event of inclement weather or below freezing temperatures, students will have indoor recess.

Recess is structured, will ensure social distancing, and allow for fresh air, exercise, and a mask break.

Lunch will be served in the cafeteria, 2 students per table

Dismissal Procedure

- Kindergarten students will be dismissed at the recess doors.

- Parents must wear masks and practice social distancing.

- Please refrain from calling or gesturing to your students. Teachers will send students off individually when they see each parent.

Spirit WearShirts: Kelly Green, Royal Blue, or White

Pants: Khaki (Tan), Navy Blue, or Black

Jumpers: Navy Blue or Khaki (Tan)

Logos: Can be purchased in the main office. They are .50 each.

Spirit Wear Sweatshirts and sweatpants are also available for purchase at the main office.

J&B Hockey on President Avenue sells Spirit Wear.

wellness

❏ Routine at home❏ Sleep hygiene❏ Modeling calm in face of child’s anxiety❏ Ask open ended questions instead of “How was your day”?❏ Emotional and Behavioral Support

Screening appointmentsAll children have been assigned an in-person appointment based on last name.

Students can meet the teachers, some peers, and visit the classroom.

Students will be given a tour and begin to learn about school procedures.

Parents must drop off and pick up students at the main entrance. No parents can enter the building.

Options for special education students or those who choose virtual.

Student Last Name Screening Date Time

A - Andrade Wednesday 9/16/20 10:15-11:30

Arruda - Bento Wednesday 9/16/20 12:15-1:30

Bernardo - Cameron Thursday 9/17/20 8:30-9:45

Campos - DeAraujo Thursday 9/17/20 10:15-11:30

Denis - Ferreira Thursday 9/17/20 12:15-1:30

Foster - Goldstein Friday 9/18/20 8:30-9:45

Goncalves - Iraola Friday 9/18/20 10:15-11:30

Jones - Lopez Friday 9/18/20 12:15-1:30

Machado - Medeiros Monday 9/21/20 8:30-9:45

Mello - Nyambi Monday 9/21/20 10:15-11:30

O’Reilly - Pellerin Monday 9/21/20 12:15-1:30

Pena - Rapoza Tuesday 9/22/20 8:30-9:45

Ribeiro - Spinosa Tuesday 9/22/20 10:15-11:30

Srey - Tuon Tuesday 9/22/20 12:15-1:30

Vargas - Z Wednesday 9/23/20 8:30-9:45

Remote learning for kindergarteners- Identify a location

in your home for students to work

- Routine is key- Attendance counts- Chromebook

distribution and at home materials

Cohort schedule

COHORT A COHORT B COHORT C COHORT D

Friday 9/25/20 First Day of Kindergarten- Virtual for all students

Week of 9/28/20- 10/2/20

In-Person Remote In-Person Remote

Week of 10/5/20- 10/9/20

In-Person Remote Remote In-Person

Others considerationsbathrooms/ change of clothes in labeled bag

Label everything

Wellness

Masks and sanitation

Questions?