Family Newsletter, Friday, May 3, 2024
Dear Goodwater Families
I hope this note finds you and your family well.
A BIG THANK YOU TO MS. ALICIA, OUR PTO, VOLUNTEERS WHO HELPED DECORATE THE FLOAT, VOLUNTEERS WHO WALKED ALONG ON THE PARADE ROUTE, AND ALL THE STUDENTS who participated on the float. The Red Poppy Festival was a big success and the school received 2nd Place for our float.
On April 30, 2024, we had a Prospective Family Tour event from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. We had 15 families attend. I would like to thank the PTO for their assistance with this event. I also want to thank several of our student leaders for their assistance in hosting this event: Austin Wong, Sophia Wong, Milet Rodriquez, and Marcos Rodriquez. Ms. Kim, Ms, Kristi, Ms. Taryn, Ms. Fatima, and Ms. Nilka hosted the evening as well. Our next event will be May 15th, from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Please join us in sharing the Goodwater story with prospective families.
This past Sunday our building was struck by lightning and we lost total internet, phone service, badge access for our doors, and twelve wireless access points. The staff has been remarkable at adapting to the challenge as a result of this issue. I want to thank everyone who has provided assistance in getting everything back up and running over these past few days. It is gratifying to work with such staff who always adapt to challenges.
We completed the STAAR assessment season on Friday, May 3rd. Thank all of you for supporting your students during this assessment period. The students did their best and have worked hard all year long to improve. We will receive our scores in mid-June. Once these reports are received we will be reaching out to everyone with information on how to review the scores. We are developing additional support components for the 2024-2025 school year and will be sharing those with you in August.
Have a great weekend.
Kindest Regards
Dr. Bruce
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month of May
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the contributions, achievements, and rich cultural heritage of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) in the United States. It’s observed annually in May to commemorate the arrival of the first Japanese immigrants to the United States on May 7, 1843, and to honor the completion of the transcontinental railroad, largely built by Chinese immigrants, on May 10, 1869.
Throughout the month, various events and activities are organized to recognize the diverse cultures, traditions, histories, and experiences of AAPI communities. These may include cultural performances, exhibitions, educational programs, discussions, and community gatherings. It’s also a time to raise awareness about the challenges and issues faced by AAPI individuals and to promote inclusivity, diversity, and unity.
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month allows people of all backgrounds to learn about and appreciate the significant contributions that AAPI individuals have made and continue to make to the social, cultural, economic, and political fabric of the United States.
Important Returning Student News!
Hello! The returning student registration forms are now DUE. They were emailed out on Thursday, April 18, 2024. Please complete the forms and return them as soon as possible as your student’s spot is not secure for the 2024-2025 school year until I receive the packet. We also have openings in all grade levels and would love it if you could make a referral to a friend, a neighbor or someone you meet at the park, gymnastics or even the grocery store. A referral from a current family is our highest compliment we can receive. If you have any questions regarding the returning registration forms, please contact me at registrar@goodwatermontessori.org. Have a wonderful weekend! ~ KIM
Upcoming Assessment Dates
| Assessment Schedule | ||
| Grades | Date(s) | Subject |
| K – 8 | May 7 – 17 | MAP EOY* |
| K | May 1 – 22 | TXKEA Dyslexia Screener |
| 1 & 2 | May 14 – 22 | TPRI |
| TIME | Tues May 7 | Wed May 8 | Thurs May 9 | Fri May 10** | Mon May 13 | Tues May 14 |
| 8:15 – 10:00 | Blue Jay & Cardinal (Reading) | Blue Jay & Cardinal (Math) | (8:15 – 9:15) Mulberry (Reading) | 8:15 – 9:15 Mulberry (Math) | Mockingbird, Warbler, Redwing (Reading) | Mockingbird, Warbler, Redwing (Math) |
| 10:00 – 12:00 | San Antonio, San Gabriel, Guadalupe (Reading) | San Antonio, San Gabriel, Guadalupe (Math) | (9:30 – 10:30) Maple (reading) | (9:30 – 10:30) Maple (Math) | 10:00 – 11:00 Cypress (reading) | (10:00 – 11:00)Cypress (math) |
| 12:00 – 1:30 | (10:30 – 11:30)Sassafras(reading) | (10:30 – 11:30) Sassafras (math) | ||||
| 12:45 – 2:00 | Hummingbird & Roadrunner (Reading) | Hummingbird & Roadrunner (Math) | (12:45 – 1:45) Desert Willow (reading) | (12:45 – 1:45) Desert Willow (math) | 1:00 Bluebonnet reading | 1:00 Bluebonnet math |
| **3rd – 5th on Field Trip this day |
STAAR Resources for Families:
- What families should know about STAAR: https://tea.texas.gov/student-assessment/staar-2023-parent-one-pager-english.pdf
- For STAAR information, practice/released tests, Family Portal: https://www.texasassessment.gov/families.html
- Assessed curriculum and blueprints: https://tea.texas.gov/student-assessment/testing/staar/staar-resources
- STAAR Writing ASE Misconceptions and Facts.pdf – This document provides information about the Automatic Scoring Engine that will be used to score all constructed response items.
SUMMER CAMP BY MS. KATY IN THE ORCHARD!
MON – THURS 8:30 am – 12:30 pm in June and July
PAINT NIGHT AT GOODWATER
On May 15th, 6 PM -7:30 PM, let your creativity flow as we paint together under the guidance of the talented Ms. Lisa. Join us for an evening of artistic fun, all in support of raising funds for our returning Guide and Assistant retention bonuses.
RSVP on https://givebutter.com/DRFzkN
Goodwater PTO News
PTO Member Meeting on Thursday 5/9 @ 5:30 PM – Georgetown Parks & Rec Administrative Building.
PTO Elections are coming up. If you or anyone you know is interested in serving on our wonderful PTO Board, or joining the PTO as a committee chair, please fill out the following interest form: https://forms.gle/QfcomRDovapMTdSa9
Join us in celebrating our incredible teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week, from May 6th to May 10th, 2024! Show your support and gratitude by signing up to participate in our special activities designed to honor our dedicated staff. Together, let’s shower them with love and appreciation for all they do!
End of Year Party for all students. Thursday 5/23 @ Goodwater
The end of school is almost here… let’s finish with a party! Join us for a fun-filled day of exciting activities and treats. More information to come. We will definitely be seeking volunteers to help assist throughout the day for this event. Please be on the lookout for a signup Genius from PTO.
Upcoming Important Dates
| 3rd-5th Grade Field Trip @ Garey Park | May 10th |
| Paint Night w/ Ms. Lisa & Ms. Raye | May 15th 6-7:30 |
| Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) | May 7th-16th |
| Board Meeting @9:00am | May 14th @Georgetown Public Library |
| 3rd Grade Moving up Ceremony | May 16th |
| 5th Grade Moving up Ceremony @5:00pm | May 16th |
| Kindergarten Graduation | May 21st |
| 8th Grade Graduation | May 22nd |
| Last Day of School | May 23rd |
Happy School Lunch Hero Day!
Have a wonderful weekend!
~GMS