Welcome Parent Student Orientation Andrew Wilson Charter School

Welcome Parent & Student Orientation Andrew Wilson Charter School 3617 General Pershing New Orleans, LA 70125 P: (504) 373 -6274 F: (504) 308 -3615

Table of Contents Ø Principals Welcome Ø Mission Of Inspire. NOLA Andrew Wilson Charter School Ø Procedures (Arrival, Dismissal, Signout) Ø Uniform Ø Supplies Ø Transportation Ø Start Date & First Days of School Protocol Ø Culture/PBIS Ø Discipline Ø How to be involved Ø Q & A session Ø Closing & Transitions Goodwin

Principal’s Welcome Sean J. Goodwin Greetings Everyone, Welcome to Andrew H. Wilson, an Inspire. NOLA Charter School where we are transforming and inspiring and educational movement. Our commitment at Wilson Charter School is to provide each and every student with a safe environment that allows for students to be challenged intellectually as they maximize their potential. We will also empower our students to become innovative problem solvers through critical thinking as we prepare them for the 21 st Century and beyond. The bedrock of our school are the high expectations that we have for all faculty, staff, students and parents as it pertains to academics, extracurricular activities, citizenship and what it takes to be a Wolf. Our faculty, staff, students and parents are expected to hold these high expectations and commit to maintaining and elevating the extraordinary record of achievement here at Wilson. It is evident that our faculty, staff, students, parents and community value the education here at Andrew H. Wilson due to their selfless acts of kindness via human or financial resources. I encourage you to become a part of the Andrew H. Wilson, Inspire. NOLA Family where our students LEAD always in every way, every day. L(leadership) E(excellence) A(accountability) D(determination) At your service, Sean J. Goodwin Principal Goodwin

Sandra Parker (Assistant Principal) Being a New Orleans native, product of the public school system and now 20+ year educator, my mission is to make Inspire. NOLA-Wilson a high-quality, learning community for staff and students. At 21 years old, I began my teaching career at John Mc. Donogh HS and went on to serve at varied locations in the states of Louisiana and Georgia. I hold multiple degrees including two post-graduate degrees from Louisiana State University, Xavier University of Louisiana, Our Lady of Holy Cross College (now, University of Holy Cross). Additional travel and studies around the country in best leadership and school practices has equipped me with a lot to contribute to learning in our community. Positions held include: Lead Teacher, Master Teacher, SPED Coordinator, Reading Assessment Coordinator, LEAP Remediation Coordinator, Testing Coordinator, Master Content Specialist, Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction, School Site Director, TAP Director, State TAP Presenter and Principal. Since 2003, I have been a part of turnaround schools and practices, yielding increases, at the • UNO - New Beginnings Pierre Capdau 21 pt. + (inaugural year) • ACSA - Alice Harte - 49 Assessment Index to 69 in first two years. • Mc. Donogh 32 - 19 pts. + (2014) • Eisenhower - 12 pts. + (Leading ACSA schools in 2015) • Inspire. NOLA - Wilson ("F" to "C" in Year 1) I take pride in being a member of this phenomenal leadership team and instructional staff; I am also proud to be the wife of Darryl and mom of two beautiful and bright children who are continuing to excel in academics, music, information systems, theatre and dance. Parker

Tamika Duroncelay (Assistant Principal) Mrs. Duroncelay, a native of California has over 19 years of experience and commitment to education. She has lived in New Orleans for 11 years post Katrina and enjoy everything New Orleans. She holds a Master's degree in Reading from Towson University and a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Morgan State University. She is the mother of 2 beautiful boys who play baseball and are academically well rounded. She is the proud wife of St. Augustine Graduate. I enjoy taking pictures, listening to all kinds of music, playing softball and dancing. As the Assistant Principal she currently oversees student achievement and culture at Andrew Wilson Charter school, an Inspire. NOLA K-8 school within the network. In her role as Assistant Principal she supports and manages grades Pre- K through 4, as they implement rigorous academic programming, maintain positive school cultures, and plan for continuous data driven school improvement. Prior to joining Inspire. NOLA, Tamika served in many roles throughout her career to include, classroom teacher in Baltimore and New Orleans inner city schools, Reading Specialist K-12, librarian, professional development leader, softball coach, RTI coordinator, Division Head, K-8 school Assistant Principal, Director of Teaching and Learning K-12, Assistant District Testing Coordinator and as an overall advocate for student achievement and success for all of our students. Duroncelay

Mission Inspire. NOLA Andrew Wilson Charter School To transform and inspire and educational Revolution Goodwin

The First Week of School August 5, 2019 6 th – 8 th Grade First day of school August 6, 2019 3 rd – 5 th Grade First day of school August 7, 2019 1 st – 2 nd Grade First day of school August 12, 2019 First day of school for Kindergarten Students August 19, 2019 First day of school for Pre-Kindergarten Students Parker

Daily School Schedule • Daily Arrival • 7: 15 am - Scholars are able to enter the building. Breakfast is served until 7: 30 am. • Scholars are tardy at 7: 45 am. • Buses drop off at entrance on S. Miro St. ; car riders and walkers enter on S. Tonti St. until 7: 35 am. • The N. Tonti gate will be locked at 7: 35 am daily. At this time, students will be directed to enter the front gate (S. Miro). • Bus routes and rosters are going to be posted outside of the main office during the first week of school. Parker

Daily School Schedule cont. • Daily Dismissal • 3: 00 pm scholars are dismissed for the day. • Buses pick up at entrance on S. Miro St. • Parents who have car riders will line cars up on S. Tonti St. with your scholar’s sign posted on your dash (given by staff). • Car riders, please enter S. Tonti from Napoleon Ave. , pick up your scholar and continue on S. Tonti. Parker

Transportation (Bus Information) • Schedules will be out by July 30, 2019 (tentative) • Changes in bus service requires completing a form • 3 day turnaround • Check the website to see bus routes • Batch Geo (link will be on the website) • Come into the school or call after July 30 to check on routes • We assign bus routes based on the address we have in the system. Please be sure that your address is updated. We cannot and will not change bus routes without a change of address in the system Parker

Aftercare (Community Works) • Free • Based on Availability • Time: 3: 00 – 5: 00 • Location: School (Andrew Wilson) • Is not provided through Andrew Wilson Parker

A Typical School Week • Breakfast Served at 7: 15 – 7: 30 • Innovation Hour: Small group remediation or reinforcement (8: 00 – 9: 00 daily) • Morning Meeting • Enrichment • Instruction • Evening Announcements • Aftercare or After School Activities Parker

Cool Happenings Stuff that make us unique and a great place for kids (programs, teachers, one to one technology, auxilleries, sports, clubs, programs, annual trips, incentives etc) • Extra Curricular • • Clubs G/B Basketball Coed Soccer Boys Flag Football G/B Track Debate Band • • • Dance, Majorettes, Cheerleaders, mini cheerleaders, flags • Quiz Bowl • Student Council Parker Writers Club Art/Activism Club Science Club (4 H, Stem, Entergy) Girls Who Rock

Visiting Campus • Parents are always welcome to visit the campus but we do have protocols • Observation of your child or your child’s class must be scheduled unless we contact you. • (Visitors pass will be given and must be worn the entire time you are on our campus) • Dress Code & Conduct • Appropriate dress will be enforced. (i. e. NO uncovered leggings, NO sleeping head scarves, revealing clothes, pants hanging below waist) • Early Sign Out • State ID will be checked every time (even if we know you) • We will not be able to sign your child out after 2: 30 pm. Duroncelay

Uniform Policy • Purchase • Grades 3 – 8 • White Oxford button up • Green Tie for boys/Green cross tie for girls • Black Polo (3 – 5) • White Polo (6 – 8) • Khaki Skorts/shorts/pants (3 -4) • Khaki Pants (5 – 8) • Black Belt • Solid Black Shoes • Solid White socks • Grades Pre-K – 2 nd Grade • Black Polo (Green cross tie/tie optional) • Khaki pants, shorts, skorts • Black Belt • Solid Black shoes • Solid white socks • Monday • Oxford Shirts w/ tie ALL 3 – 8 • Black Polo Pre-K – 2 nd Grade) • Tuesday • Black Polo (Pre-K – 5 th Grade) • White Polo (6 th – 8 th Grade) • Wednesday • Black Polo (Pre-K – 5 th Grade) • White Polo (6 th – 8 th Grade) • Thursday • Black Polo (Pre-K – 5 th Grade) • White Polo (6 th – 8 th Grade) • Friday • Spirit Shirt (Must be purchased from school) • Jeans • Full School Uniform (top and bottom) if you do not purchase a spirit shirt Duroncelay

Culture & Discipline Policy ØIf a scholar chooses to break a rule, the following consequences can apply: (Minor infractions) Ø 1 st offense – Verbal warning, phone call home, detention Ø 2 nd offense – Conference with parent Ø 3 rd offense – Saturday School/In-School Ø 4 th offense – Suspension Ø Some consequences may include: Ø Positive time out or thinking time, writing a reflection paper, teacher and/or peer sharing, apology of action, verbal warning, phone call home, note home, “You break it, you fix it”, loss of privilege. Goodwin

Cell Phone Policy All Cell Phones MUST BE OFF during school hours NO EXCEPTIONS!!! Consequences: • • 1 st Offense: Verbal Warning 2 nd Offense: Cell Phone Confiscated for a Week 3 rd Offense: Cell Phone Confiscated for a Month 4 th Offense: Cell Phone confiscated for a Semester Goodwin

The Cafeteria • We cannot warm food for students • Menus posted on the webpage monthly • Students cannot bring … (candy, hot chips, soda etc. ) Goodwin

Birthday Celebrations We love to celebrate our children especially on their birthdays. We understand that students want to celebrate with their classmates but we do have school protocols … ØLast 30 minutes of the school day ØCupcakes and Ice cream ONLY Ø If you will not attend you can send the items at the beginning of the day and we will begin the celebration at 2: 30 pm ØPlease inform your child’s teacher 1 week in advance via email or note to the school Duroncelay

ESS & ELL at Inspire. NOLA Andrew Wilson ØWhat services does AHW provide for students with special needs? ØFull-time Exceptional Student Services Coordinator ØExceptional Student Services Teachers ØPara-educators to assist students in classrooms ØAdditional support from Inspire. NOLA network office ØSpeech/Language therapy ØPhysical/Occupational therapy ØAdaptive Physical Education ØGifted and Talented in the Arts Duroncelay

Communication (Parent to School Staff) • Consistently maintain updated contact information in the office and with teachers • Check the school website regularly for up-to-date information and events • Check Power School regularly for up to date grades and assignments • Thoroughly read the weekly Communication Tuesday Folders for memos, flyers, and newsletters • Listen Carefully to School Messenger phone communications • Contact Teachers, Deans, SW, or Guidance Counselors via email or phone call to request a conference or information and receive contact within 24 – 48 hours • Contact Ap’s or Principals and receive contact within 24 – 48 hours • Support your children to establish routines around daily procedures to receive Duroncelay

Student Fees • Student Budgets are necessary • Due. by: August 30, 2019 Goodwin

How to get involved/How can you help? Volunteer your time (inquire via email or note w/ secretary) Donate old slightly worn uniforms Motivate your kids every morning to be their best! Stay informed and in contact with teachers and staff. Check Power. School frequently • Read information that comes home • • • Communication Tuesday • Listen to School Messenger Message completely • Become our Facebook, Instagram and Twitter friend (Updated weekly) • Come to school activities (report card conferences, open house, evening gatherings) Duroncelay

Thanks for trusting us with your children! Question & Answer Time Goodwin