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Baker Wins Project Cornerstone 2017 Caring School Climate Award
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Of the many amazing student programs at Baker, the nomination highlighted that their school community practices and models PBIS (Positive Behavior Incentive System) by focusing on a positive school culture rather than a punitive structure, Principal Chris Barbara writes a weekly “Just Be Nice” message to help strengthen UPstander skills in
students, and students participate in leadership opportunities from a young age that include second grade “Big
Buddies” to kindergarten students, Special Day Class (SDC) “Big Buddies” to younger SDC students and junior yard
duties who learn peaceful conflict resolution skills. In addition, Baker’s ABC (Asset Building Champion) Reading
program includes 28 adult volunteers reading to 94% of the students annually for almost 12 years. ABC Reading is
Project Cornerstone’s parent engagement program that trains adult volunteers to read a specially selected book and lead related activities in the classroom to help students and school communities build a common language about
student respect and behavior expectations.
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Moreland Middle Students & Staff Cheer on Shreyass to Spelling Bee Finals
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The Moreland School District is proud to announce that eighth grade student, Shreyass Prem Sankar, will represent Moreland Middle School and the Moreland School District in the Scripps Spelling Bee Finals this Saturday, March 18, 2017. Channel 5 KPIX came out to record students and staff wishing him well!
Uploaded Mar 14, 2017
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Walking a Mile in Their Shoes ~ A Poverty Simulation
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On August 12, 2016, over 70 Moreland School District staff members, as well as Superintendent Bob Bravo of CUHSD, participated in a poverty simulation facilitated by Step Up Silicon Valley. All participants were given an identity as they “walked a mile” trying to survive one month as a family member or individual living in poverty in Silicon Valley. The goal of the event is to shine a spotlight on humanity: the quality that makes us human, such as the ability to love, have compassion or be creative.
Uploaded Jan 25, 2017 to News & Events
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Engagement for All: Developing Extended Day Leaders
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Focusing on after-school care, Moreland implemented Engagement for All. The vision addressed various developmental and social needs of students focusing on homework assistance, a balance between structured activities and play, increased enrichment, and positive discipline through targeted professional development. The results transformed after-school care into an exemplary, enriching program.
Uploaded Jan 25, 2017 to News & Events
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2017 Student Jazz Workshop
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On January 12, 2017 Easterbrook Discovery, Moreland Middle and Latimer Jazz student musicians attended a Jazz Workshop put on by professional musicians. Students listened to a concert, performed along side the musicians and separated into instrumental groups to get one on one tips from industry experts. Watch the video for a recap of this extraordinary opportunity!
Uploaded Jan 25, 2017 to News & Events
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The Power of Parent Engagement
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Over the past five years, Moreland has sought systematic ways to engage, teach and empower the parents in our District. This video highlights our parent programs which have revealed impressive results that have positively affected our schools, the community, and most importantly, our students.
Uploaded Nov 15, 2016 to News & Events
