Parent Online Workshops

Dear Parent,

Your student's school district is providing you with access to online courses from the Texas Association for the Gifted and Talented (TAGT) for the 2017-2018 school year.  This is a great resource for you to learn more about your gifted child.  

To begin, you will need to acquire a username and password. To do this, click the link below and use the registration code to complete the form.

When you get to Step 2 in the registration process, please select the campus that your student attends (if you have students at multiple campuses, please pick one).

Registration Code: pt6834PISD9247

Link: http://txgiftedcourses.responsivelearning.com/SelfRegistration/

IMPORTANT NOTE:

It is essential that you disable your popup blocker.

The courses are compatible with desktops, laptops and tablets in both PC and Mac, but are not compatible with smartphones.

We find that Google Chrome tends to provide the best user experience.  You may download Google Chrome here: https://www.google.com/chrome/browser/desktop/.

If you need assistance, email support@responsivelearning.com and a support team member will be happy to assist you.

SIGS Registration is now open

SIGS Summer School Registration is now open.
Link: www.pisd.edu/students/summer.school/

P.A.C.E Deadline

The P.A.C.E. deadline is quickly approaching. The deadline for elementary referrals is December 6, 2017 - Elementary Referral   Elementary Referral - Spanish. If you prefer a hard copy of the referral, please contact Kaya Jones at kaya.jones@pisd.edu.

Parent PACE Workshop

Parents,

On November 11^th, the district is offering a one and a half hour session on the social emotional needs of gifted learners. Details and registration information may be found at the following link.

https://tinyurl.com/GiftedSEL

PACE Newsletter

PACE Newsletter

Welcome Back to School

Welcome Parents,
I hope that you have had a smooth transition back to school.  I know that my kids have not enjoyed going to bed earlier than in the summer and getting up early, so hopefully things are a little different at your house.  I look forward to working with each of you this year.

My main source of communication this year will be through Seesaw.   Please watch the following video to see what Seesaw is all about.  Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.

Seesaw Overview
Kaya

Parent Survey

Please take a moment to reflect on the PACE program for this year.

Spanish – Student Survey

http://tinyurl.com/ElemPACESP2017

Spanish – Parent Survey

https://tinyurl.com/PACEParSP2017

English – Student

https://tinyurl.com/ElemPACE17

English – Parent

https://tinyurl.com/PACEPar2017

Spring is Here

I enjoyed seeing all the families that came out to Open House.  I hope that you were able to see what your child has been working on in PACE. I look forward to seeing you at Multicultural Night!

Parent Videos

Dear Parent,

The Plano Gifted Advisory Committee meets throughout the year to provide input to the district on how to better meet the needs of students receiving gifted services. This year, the committee has requested that the district provide more information on gifted issues and topics to parents. In response to this request, the Plano ISD is providing parents access to three online courses from the Texas Association for the Gifted and Talented (TAGT); the courses expire at the end of May 2017.  Although the courses are designed for educators, members of the Gifted Advisory Committee found these three online workshops to be valuable to parents. To access the courses:

1.     Set up a username and password. To do this, click http://txgiftedcourses.responsivelearning.com/SelfRegistration/ and use the registration code p6010PISD8885

2.     Select the campus that your student attends. If you have students at multiple campuses, please pick one.

3.     You will now have access to the following three one hour courses:

·         Social Emotional Dimensions of the Gifted and the Impact of Asynchrony

·         Understanding the Neurology and Over Excitabilities of the Gifted

·         Idealism and Depression in the Gifted

Trouble shooting notes:

It is essential that you disable your popup blocker.

The courses are compatible with desktops, laptops and tablets in both PC and Mac, but are not compatible with smartphones.

Google Chrome tends to provide the best user experience.  (You may download Google Chrome here: https://www.google.com/chrome/browser/desktop/.)

If you need assistance, email support@responsivelearning.com and a support team member will be happy to assist you. Plano ISD employees are not able to resolve problems associated with this service.

Querido padre, El Comité  Plano Gifted Advisory Committee  se reúne durante todo el año para proporcionar información al distrito sobre cómo satisfacer mejor las necesidades de los estudiantes que reciben servicios de talento. Este año, el comité ha pedido que el distrito proporcione más información sobre temas y problemas de estudiantes dotados a los padres. En respuesta a esta solicitud, el Plano ISD está proporcionando a los padres acceso a tres cursos en línea de la Asociación de Texas para los Dotados y Talentosos (TAGT); Los cursos expiran a finales de mayo de 2017. Aunque los cursos están diseñados para educadores, los miembros del Comité de Plano Gifted Advisory Committee  encontraron que estos tres talleres en línea eran valiosos para los padres. Para acceder a los cursos sigua las instrucciones siguientes:

1. Configure un nombre de usuario y una contraseña. Para ello, haga clic en y utilice el código de http://txgiftedcourses.responsivelearning.com/SelfRegistration/  y use el registro p6010PISD8885 2. Seleccione la escuela a la que su estudiante asiste. Si tiene estudiantes en varios campus, elija uno. 3. Ahora tendrás acceso a los siguientes tres cursos de una hora: • Social Emotional Dimensions of the Gifted and the Impact of Asynchrony  • Understanding the Neurology and Over Excitabilities of the Gifted • Idealism and Depression in the Gifted (En este momento no hay cursos disponibles  en Español. )
Notas sobre la resolución de problemas: Es esencial que deshabilite su bloqueador de ventanas emergentes. Los cursos son compatibles con computadoras de desktops, laptops y tabletas en PC y Mac, pero no son compatibles con teléfonos. Google Chrome tiende a ofrecer la mejor experiencia de usuario. (Puede descargar Google Chrome aquí https://www.google.com/chrome/browser/desktop/.)

Si necesita ayuda, envíe un correo electrónico a support@responsivelearning.com y un miembro del equipo de apoyo estará encantado de ayudarle. Los empleados de Plano ISD no son capaces de resolver problemas asociados con este servicio.

 

Its been a long time

I hope that you and your family had relaxing Winter Break.  We came back form the break and hit the ground running.

First Grade
We have completed the SCAMPER Unit and now are working on applying what we learned to new situations.  This is challenging each child to look at things from a different angle.  Your child has created a new page for the book Ten Black Dots and we are now working on 100 Hungry Ants, where the students will be working with grouping.

Second Grade
Coding continues
I have purchased several different items that can be coded.  I am enjoying seeing each student use what they have learned in code studio and apply the skills to new situations.

Third Grade
Genius Hour-We just had pitch day.  This was an opportunity for each student to present their Genius Hour Project to the class.  Now it is time to research and then share out their finding.  We will be having a Genius Hour showcase at the conclusion of this unit.

Fourth Grade
Robotics- your student has built a Lego robot and is in the process of programming their robot to complete several challenges.  Each group is realizing the importance of logging their steps and then troubleshooting.

Fifth Grade
Stock Market- Are you a Risky or Safe Investor????? Do you believe in go BIG or GO HOME?
Your child is learning all about the Stock Market and the advantages and disadvantages of risky investment.  The students will be participating in the Stock Market Game that will begin on February 6.  Stay turned to see if your child's group is in the black or RED.

Referral Deadline Approaching

If you would like to have your child assessed for PACE, Plano ISD’s Gifted and Talented program, please complete and return a referral packet to Mrs. Jones by 3:00 PM on Wednesday, December 7.  Packets and additional information can be found at the following website: http://www.pisd.edu/parents/advanced.academics/gifted.pace/index.shtml.  Feel free to either email the completed packet to Mrs. Jones or return a hard copy.  Questions?  Please contact Kaya Jones, Christie PACE teacher, at kaya.jones@pisd.edu

Enjoy your Thanksgiving break

Read a book or two. See you guys next Monday morning bright and early!

PACE deadline

The PACE deadline is approaching fast.  Please turn in all referrals by December 7, 2016.

Engineering Expo

Check out #christielearns on Twitter to see some amazing engineering that took place this week at Christie.

*PACE referral packets are due December 7, 2016.

Engineering Expo is Coming?

Calling all Parents, friends and family to join us on November 4, 2016 to celebrate creativity.  Engineering Expo is an opportunity for our students to drive and show us what they can design when they are given the time.  Please check back to look for pictures and videos of their progress in action.

Engineering Expo is Coming?

Calling all Parents, friends and family to join us on November 4, 2016 to celebrate creativity.  Engineering Expo is an opportunity for our students to drive and show us what they can design when they are given the time.  Please check back to look for pictures and videos of their progress in action.

Creating a with Lego- 4th Grade

Fourth Grade in-class lesson using Lego.  The students were challenged to create a place that they  could live in Texas and describe the environment.

Coding with the Dallas Sidekicks

Thank you PTA for bringing this amazing program to our school.

Christie Elementary wellness program

Dear Parents-

This year Christie Elementary has the opportunity to win some amazing prizes for our wellness program.  Anyone in our community can click on the link below and enter for a chance to win a $30,000 grant for our school's healthy transformation AND a new playground.  While there are other prizes available, this would clearly be an amazing opportunity of our kids!  The sweepstakes runs until March 24, 2017 which is a very long time.  Please set your alarm on your phone or post a sticky note on the fridge to log on each day and vote.  Also, feel free to share with family and friends to help increase our voting numbers.  Thank you!

http://www.togethercounts.com/at-school/win-for-your-school/sweepstakes

Seesaw App

SeeSaw App

This year I am trying out an App called Seasaw.  I can use this app to post pictures, videos and audio of what your child is doing in PACE.  Please use the QR code from your child's grade level to access the correct account.
I hope that you find this a useful tool.
Download - https://app.seesaw.me

Scan QR code from your child's grade level

 1st grade is first and 5th is last