500 Ownby St., Lordsburg, NM 88045 Phone (575)542-3252

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Thursday, October 6, 2011

October Newsletter


Short notes


After school chats
“What’s in your backpack?”  Greet your child with this question, and you’ll discover a lot about what s/he does in class.
Set aside time each day to go through your child’s papers.  Try to do this first thing after school when their day is fresh in their mind.
Look over the papers together.  Ask questions about the papers.

Special points of interest:

· Oct. 5

Map Testing closes

· Oct. 7
In-service
No School
· Oct. 10
Holiday No school 
· Oct 14
End of 1st 9 weeks
· Oct. 21 
Parent/Teacher Conference

Start a habit.
We have a beautiful track around our brand new Football field.  We need to be proud of it and take care of it.  There should be no trash at all on the track!  I have found gum, sunflower shells, pieces of metal, broken twigs/stalks and paper trash! If everyone will do their part in picking up the trash our track will stay beautiful!!

Fun Activity.
Let your child create their own 3-D community.  They’ll practice map skills and learn about urban planning as they decide where to put the buildings in their town.
Materials:
Paper lunch bags, newspapers, crayons or markers, black construction paper, scissors, and tape.
Have your child think of buildings to include, such as a bank, a grocery store, a school, a library, and houses.  They can make them by drawing doors, windows, and signs on flat bags (on the side without the flap). For every bag they decorate, have them stuff a second one with newspaper. Then, they open each decorated bag and slide it over a stuffed bag so the “buildings” will stand up.  For the roads, cut black construction paper into strips and tape them together.  Finally, have your child lay out  their roads and arrange their buildings alongside them to make their very own town!

Would you like to build a city or town?
Become an Urban planner
 Requirements:
High School Diploma/GED
College Degree: Bachelor of Arts
Wage: $60,00-$90,000



Tuesday, September 6, 2011

September Newsletter


Short notes


Better Concentration

Looking for a fun way to improve your youngster’s concentration?  Try this quick game.  The first player makes one motion, like clapping or spinning around.  The second person copies him and adds another movement.  Continue adding new motions until someone forget the sequence.  The last player to get it right starts a new game

Special points of interest:
       · Sept. 9
Progress Reports
· Sept. 13  
Lion’s Club eye screening
· Sept 21
MAP testing begins   
· Sept.  23
Homecoming
Early Release

Start a habit.
Encourage your child to treat studying as a daily assignment, not just something they do the evening before a test.  For example, they might study 15 minutes every night on math facts.  After they finish their homework they can spend a little time reviewing their notes and handouts.

A recipe for Respect.

 Ava listens quietly when her teacher talks.  Ben claps for each performer at his piano recital.  Joe includes everyone in the game at recess. These children show respect for others.  Here’s how you can encourage your child to do the same. 
Demonstrate:
Your child will learn respectful behavior by watching the way you treat others.  When they make a mistake, for instance, gently tell them what they did wrong— and out of earshot of others.  Also let them see you respect ideas and beliefs that are different from your own.  For example, point out that you're happy a friend is voting in an election even though you each favor a different candidate.
Notice:
When you see your child acting respectfully, let them know that you’ve noticed!


Would you like to find a new star or planet?
Become an Astronomer!
Requirements:
High School Diploma/GED
College Degree: Bachelor of Science
Wage: $60,00-$90,000

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

May Newsletter

This is a Bully


· Physical assaulter


· Verbal taunting, name caller, put downs, spreader of rumors


· Threats and intimidation


· Stealer of money and possessions, extortion


· Hostile, threatening, or obscene body gestures


· Lack of empathy towards others



National research shows the effects of bullying can last a lifetime. Victims have an increased chance of academic failure and health problems, low self-esteem and inability to connect socially.


There are long-term implications for bullies as well. Research shows that youths who bully typically have a criminal record by age 24.


Extended Library hours


Be sure to take advantage of the extended library hours! We are open in the afternoons every Tuesday and Thursday from 4:00-6:00pm. You are welcome to come check out books, listen to a story, use the computers or just enjoy browsing through our new books! We are also open the second Saturday of the month from 11-2.



Upcoming Events at RVT


May 2….No School..In-service for teachers


May 5….Transition Day for all schools


May 10…Parents of 2nd graders to SS for


Transition talk 6-7pm


May 12….Fishing clinic


May 13….MAP closes


May 18….Van of Enchantment


May 19….Pre-school Awards and last day


May 20….Solar Trunk…1st and 2nd


May 23….Play Day


May 24….Kinder Awards 2-3pm and last day


May 25….1st and 2nd Awards 12-1pm


May 25…..Early Release


May 26….Last day


May 26….Early Release



ATTENDANCE POLICY:


A signed note from a parent/guardian or a licensed physician, providing the reason for the student's absence, must be provided. Verbal messages shall not be accepted. (Pre-school is included in this policy)


If you would like to see the entire new attendance policy go to: www.lmsed.org go to Links and then to Board Policy


Kinder 93%


First grade 94%


Second grade 95%


Pre-school 95%


We have been in school 165 days. Aug. 11 to May 5.


Our school designation is…. Progressing! We are out of School Improvement I-delay. We need to continue to keep our attendance high so we can stay totally out of Any Designation but Progressing!



Average yearly salary: $20,000-$75,000


Do you want to produce honey and pollinate crops?



Be a BeeKeeper


Requirements: GED or High School Diploma, Beekeeping classes, and/or a Bachelors of Science.



Friday, April 1, 2011

April Newsletter

What is Bullying?




  • Done by someone with more power or social support to someone with less power or social support;

  • Often includes the abuser blaming the target for the abuse;

  • Often it leads to the target blaming him or herself for the abuse;

  • In most bullying situations, the target cannot stop the bullying by his or her own actions

National research shows the effects of bullying can last a lifetime. Victims have an increased chance of academic failure and health problems, low self-esteem and inability to connect socially.


There are long-term implications for bullies as well. Research shows that youths who bully typically have a criminal record by age 24.


Extended Library hours


Watch for flyers! We will be doing amazing things such as: travel, zoo trips, circus, use computers, Tumblebooks, etc. and we will have prizes for the class with the most representation with parents!




Upcoming Events at RVT


April 7….La Esquelta visit Kinder


April 7….Open Library night 4-6pm


April 12...Science Fair @ RVT 5-6pm


April 13...Career Day 9-11am


April 13...Early Release


April 14…Open Library night 4-6pm


April 15…Kindergarten Registration 9-3pm


April 18…MAP window opens


April 19…Open Library night 4-6pm


April 21….Open Library night 4-6pm


April 22-25…Easter Holiday


April 26…Open Library night 4-6pm


April 26…Progress Reports


April 28…Open Library night 4-6pm


May 2….No School..In-service for teachers


May 5….Transition Day for all schools




ATTENDANCE POLICY:


A signed note from a parent/guardian or a licensed physician, providing the reason for the student's absence, must be provided. Verbal messages shall not be accepted. (Pre-school is included in this policy)


If you would like to see the entire new attendance policy go to: www.lmsed.org go to Links and then to Board Policy


Kinder 93%


First grade 94%


Second grade 94%


Pre-school 95%


We have been in school 144 days. Aug. 11 to April 4.


Our school designation is…. Progressing! We are out of School Improvement I-delay. We need to continue to keep our attendance high so we can stay totally out of Any Designation but Progressing!




Average yearly salary: $21,000-$70,000


Do you want to supervise, manage and perform work in the conservation and use of resources in national parks and other federally-managed areas?



Be a Park Ranger


Requirements: GED or High School Diploma, and a Bachelor of Sciences and/or a Masters.




Tuesday, March 1, 2011

March Newsletter

R. V. TRAYLOR ELEMENTARY

March 1, 2011

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Your Support is Needed

All bills have been presented and are now either in committee or on the floor for discussion. Please continue to go to the web site below to keep informed:

http://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/

Santa Fe MUST hear from YOU!

Senator John Arthur Smith – all of Hidalgo County

Address: Box 998, Deming, NM 88031

Capitol Phone: (505) 986-4363

Office Phone: (575) 546-4979

Home Phone: (575) 546 -8546

Representative Rodolpho "Rudy" S. Martinez – (D) – all of Hidalgo County (except Virden area)

Address: Box 164, Bayard, NM 88023

Capitol Phone: (505) 986-4233

Office Phone: (575) 537-8609

Home Phone: (575) 537-3105

Bullying

Bullying can be perpetuated by individuals or groups and can include many different behaviors such as:

· Exclusion from the peer group

· Hostile, threatening, or obscene body gestures

Upcoming Events at RVT

Mar. 1….Literacy Night 5-6pm

Mar. 2…..Early Release(Dr. Seuss’ Birthday)

Mar. 3…..Open Library 4-6pm

Mar. 4…..Child Find (9am-2pm)

Mar. 8…..Open Library 4-6pm

Mar. 8…..PAC meeting 2-4

Mar. 10…Open library 4-6pm

Mar. 11…End of 9 weeks

Mar. 12….Open Library 11am-2pm

Mar. 14-18..SPRING BREAK

Mar. 22….Open Library 4-6pm

Mar. 23….Parent/Teacher Conf.

Mar. 24….Open Library 4-6pm

Mar. 29….Open Library 4-6pm

Mar. 31….Open Library 4-6pm

ATTENDANCE POLICY:

A signed note from a parent/guardian or a licensed physician, providing the reason for the student's absence, must be provided. Verbal messages shall not be accepted. (Pre-school is included in this policy)

If you would like to see the entire new attendance policy go to: www.lmsed.org go to Links and then to Board Policy

Kinder 92.32%

First grade 94%

Second grade 94%

Pre-school 95%

We have been in school 124 days. Aug. 11 to Feb. 28.

Our school designation is…. Progressing! We are out of School Improvement I-delay. We need to continue to keep our attendance high so we can stay totally out of Any Designation but Progressing!

Extended Library hours

Watch for flyers! We will be doing amazing things such as: travel, zoo trips, circus, use computers, Tumblebooks, etc. and we will have prizes for the class with the most representation with parents!

Do you want to starch, press, steam, do alterations, sew and repair clothing?

Be a Dry Cleaner

Requirements: GED or High School Diploma, and an Associates degree.

Average yearly salary: $35,000-$70,000

The greatest gift you can give your child/ren is to read to or with them!

Allie Pelayo

Thursday, February 3, 2011

FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY

February 3, 2011

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Your Support is Needed

With a large window now established for pre-filing of Bills we will see a lot of actual language in advance of the session. You might want to regularly monitor the NM Legislature site. 20+ Bills are already showing. Go to the web link below:

http://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/

Santa Fe MUST hear from YOU!

Senator John Arthur Smith – all of Hidalgo County

Address: Box 998, Deming, NM 88031

Capitol Phone: (505) 986-4363

Office Phone: (575) 546-4979

Home Phone: (575) 546 -8546

Representative Rodolpho "Rudy" S. Martinez – (D) – all of Hidalgo County (except Virden area)

Address: Box 164, Bayard, NM 88023

Capitol Phone: (505) 986-4233

Office Phone: (575) 537-8609

Home Phone: (575) 537-3105

Upcoming Events at RVT

Feb. 3…Extended Library Hrs. 4-6

Feb. 4... In-service day - No School

Feb.7….Progress Reports

Feb. 8….Extended library & Girl Scouts

Feb. 9….Early Release

Feb. 10…Extended library

Feb. 12…Saturday Extended Library 11-2

Feb. 14…Happy Valentines Day

Feb. 15…Extended Library & Girl Scouts

Feb. 17…Extended Library & Magnet time

Feb. 21…No School…Holiday

Feb. 22…Extended library & Girl Scouts

Feb. 24…Extended library

ATTENDANCE POLICY:

A signed note from a parent/guardian or a licensed physician, providing the reason for the student's absence, must be provided. Verbal messages shall not be accepted. (Pre-school is included in this policy)

If you would like to see the entire new attendance policy go to: www.lmsed.org go to Links and then to Board Policy

Kinder 92.2%

First grade 94.4%

Second grade 94%

Pre-school 95%

We have been in school 107 days. Aug. 11 to Feb. 2.

Our school designation is…. Progressing! We are out of School Improvement I-delay. We need to continue to keep our attendance high so we can stay totally out of Any Designation but Progressing!

Extended Library hours

Watch for flyers! We will be doing amazing things such as: travel, zoo trips, circus, use computers, Tumblebooks, etc. and we will have prizes for the class with the most representation with parents!

Do you want to select materials, organize those materials and help people use them effectively?

Do you want to work with electronic resources that include the Internet, computerized databases and ebooks? Do you want to be referred to as an information professional?

Be a Librarian

Requirements: GED or High School Diploma, a college Bachelors’ degree and a Master's Degree in Library Science

Average salary: $53,710

The greatest gift you can give your child/ren is to read to or with them!

Allie Pelayo

Allie Pelayo, Principal

Allie Pelayo,  Principal
I am delighted to be a member of the Lordsburg Municipal Schools. I am a native New Mexican. I was born and raised in Deming, New Mexico. I have 5 children and 3 grandchildren. I have 9 years of experience as a teacher in public education in Deming, New Mexico, 6 years as an administrator in the state of New Mexico, and 7 years as an administrator in the state of Colorado. I hold a B. A. in elementary education; an M.A.T. in elementary education and an M.A. in school administration. All from Western New Mexico University.
I have worked with many different civic organizations within communities in gaining support for education. I have served on many and various boards such as School to Work, Chamber of Commerce and one for children at risk. Students are my business. I firmly believe that students can learn if the environment is designed to be conducive to learning. This includes such things as improving instructional materials, professional development, and having specialized resources for students that address their exceptionalities. Please come and volunteer at RVT,
parent involvement is essential for everyone’s learning.


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