Message from Pilot Colton
"Dreams Take Flight" at Parkside Elementary for 2007-2008
It's a bird . . . It's a plane . . . It's the Parkside Flying "A"ces- once again achieving an A+ status and the rigorous AYP (Adequate Yearly Progress) requirements under Florida's Accountability System and the Federal No Child Left Behind Act- WOW!!!
Here are the FCAT results of our meeting the challenge:
- 78% of our grade 3-5 students meeting high standards in reading
- 83% of our grade 4 students meeting high standards in writing
- 85% of our grade 3-5 students meeting high standards in math
- 40% of our grade 5 students meeting high standards in science
(1st year that science counts toward the school letter grade)
- 66% of our grade 4 & 5 students making learning gains in reading
- 68% of our grade 4 & 5 students making learning gains in math
- 59% of lowest 25% students making learning gains in reading
- 65% of lowest 25% students making learning gains in math
(1st year this counts toward the school letter grade)
ALL subgroups of students continue to increase their achievement and close the achievement gap for AYP! ALL required targets have been MET!!!
Congratulations! YOU are awesome, incredible high flyers!
We invite you to come spread your wings and fly with us for another high quality, engaging and motivating learning adventure for the 2007-2008 school year!
Message from Co-Pilot Barretto
Birds, planes, hot air balloons, butterflies, kites, rockets . . . there are many things that have the ability to "take flight." At Parkside Elementary, it is our desire to help our students "take flight" as they continue to grow academically and socially.
During this school year we will work toward the goal of making "Dreams Take Flight" for our students by encouraging the planning and implementing of engaging educational experiences, as well as providing any additional support our students may need. Our parents will always be an important part in helping their child's dreams become realities. Parkside Elementary has a dedicated staff that looks forward to working with our parents toward achieving that goal.
Throughout the school year, there will be "guideposts" that will help both parents and teachers assess how well each student is progressing- both academically and socially- Interim Reports, parent conferences, report cards, state assessments, quizzes, tests, and so on. We encourage parents to monitor their child’s progress on a regular basis, and work with his / her teachers to be sure their child is putting forth his / her best effort.
