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May 6, 2016



Bridging the Gap of Understanding for Staff and Community Members
 
Coronado USD   CHS CMS Silver Strand Elementary Village Elementary Crown Preschool
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Cecelia Marston, Laura Noonan, and Ian Silverman Selected as 2016 Teachers of the Year 

Three teachers were chosen as the Coronado Unified School District 2016 Teacher of the Year for their respective school. One of those teachers will be selected as the District's Teacher of the Year later this month. The Teacher of the Year program is a new feature in the District this year with plans for the program to continue.  Click here to read more about this
 
These teachers will be honored on May 19th at 4:00 PM at the School Board's regular meeting. A District Selection Committee will meet on May 16th to decide on which teacher will be chosen to represent the District for 2016.
 
Here are the Coronado Unified School District 2016 Teachers of the Year:



Cecelia Marston
Village Elementary
Laura Noonan
Coronado Middle School
Ian Silverman
Coronado High School























Math Integration Fits Well for All Students
 
Secondary Math Department Announces Big Changes Next Year at CHS & CMS
  
As a district, we are changing our high school math classes to match an instructional style we've always had in middle school. In the high school, we will now have Integrated Math I, II, and III before students can move into higher mathematics courses. Integrated courses will build on previous learning in all areas of math, creating a more comprehensive understanding of the subject.
 
Several years after new standards have been implemented, our secondary math team has discovered a fantastic curriculum to use moving forward. Teachers from both CMS and CHS are confident that our students are ready for these new and challenging courses.
 
With this new curriculum, math in the Coronado Unified School District will see a big evolution. It is an exciting time for secondary math in our district! We couldn't have met the challenges of adopting new standards or progress into our new comprehensive, integrated courses without the dedication of our entire math department.
 
























Many Forms of Communication Used
 
What's Happening at School? CUSD Keeps Stakeholders in the Loop
  
From digital to in-person to joining a committee, our communication techniques do it all. We even cover different degrees of involvement. Whether you want to help shape the happenings at schools or just have a few extra reminders about upcoming events, there's an option for you. We provide multiple different ways of communicating with parents that remain up-to-date.

As a district we strive to give parents and community members updates in ways that are convenient to them. In fact, you are currently enjoying one of the ways we keep families informed, the Coronado Communiqué. This is one of the many different online ways we promote information.
Here are our digital avenues:
  • Articles in eCoronado and the Eagle & Journal;
  • School and district website news blogs;
  • School and district social media accounts like Facebook;
  • Coronado Communiqué from the Superintendent;
  • Email newsletter blasts.
We share a variety of resources and updates such as introducing parents to a new teacher at the school, specifics about an upcoming event, or even detailed information on bigger topics such as a change in board goals.
 
 
Coronado SAFE to Host Final Coffee Talk of the School Year on Mindset
Mindset: Because Brains & Talents Are NOT Enough
Don't miss Coronado SAFE's final Coffee Talk of the 2015-2016 school year! Mindset is a word you hear often these days, but what does it really mean in relation to your daily life? Join Coronado SAFE on Monday, May 9th at 8:30am for tips and tools on why mindset matters and learn the concrete skills to fostering a growth mindset for you and your family. Presented by Karin Melina, M.A., M.Ed., Principal at CMS, and Elise O'Hare, Clinical Counselor at CMS, this free seminar will offer insight into the developmental and brain science behind why mindset matters and tips for the summer to boost motivation.
For more information on this free workshop, click here.  
 

Dates to Remember

 
Thursday, May 12th at 3:00 PM in District Board Room
Special Reception to Meet the New Superintendent


Thursday, May 12th at 4:00 PM
 

Regular School Board Meeting


Thursday, May 19th at 4:00 PM 
Regular School Board Meeting
 

Wednesday, June 8th at 5:00 PM 
CMS 8th Grade Promotion

Thursday, June 9th at 8:30 AM 
Village 5th Grade Promotion

Thursday, June 9th at 10:00 AM 
Silver Strand 5th Grade Promotion

Thursday, June 9th at 7:30 PM 
CHS Graduation
Ceremony 
 
Thursday, June 16th at 4:00 PM
 

Regular School Board Meeting
 

Thursday, June 23rd at 4:00 PM 
Regular School Board Meeting
   

 
Memorial Day 
May 30th 
All Schools Closed



 
Last Day of School 
June 9th 
  Have a Great Summer!


2016 SUMMER INTENSIVES
Registration Now Open
 
Registration is now open for the highly anticipated 2016 Coronado School of the Arts [CoSA] Summer Intensive Program! Launched in 2014 in partnership with the Coronado Cultural Arts Commission [CCAC], the program garnered rave reviews and culminated in a finale performance open to the general public at the Coronado Performing Arts Center. The 2016 Intensive is expanding this year and offering three new programs! In addition to Dance, Film, and Acting, our Summer Intensives will now offer Visual Arts, Gaming, and Technical Theater! These are 3-week programs running July 11-29, 2016 and will be taught in the state-of-the-art facilities of CoSA,  located on Coronado High School's campus. Each intensive program is designed to give the participant a "real life" snapshot of life as a professional in their area of interest.

This is an amazing opportunity to expand your expertise and knowledge from industry leaders! All Summer Intensive programs are open to students from 13-19 years old. Space is limited and discounted tuition is available until April 30th. To register, for more information and to see updates, please visit www.coronadosummer.com or contact Tara Noonan at 619.540.4155.



 
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