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Published by mtine, 2020-03-23 12:31:50

FLTPA Newsletter- March 2020

FLTPA Newsletter- March 2020

The Furman Forum

Dr. Evelyn Perry Ladaisha Ballard Rosalind Lockwood

Wanda Best

Assistant Principal Executive Director
The Excellence Gala at Furman L. TempletonPrincipal
Board President

Look What’s New In This
Month’s Issue!

★ Vision & Mission Statement…..Pages 3-4
FLT’s Mission & Vision Statement,
Important Dates, Principal says

Furman L. Templeton Preparatory ★ Core Values………………………..Pages 5
Academy FLT’s Core Value of the month

1200 Pennsylvania Avenue,
Baltimore, MD 21217

furmantempletonprepacademy.com

★ Content Update & Tips…………………….Page 6-7
Academic Content
Health/Wellness, & More

★ Special Recognitions/FLT News…………….Pages 8-9
School Information
FLT Clubs

Like Us On Facebook: ★ Attendance Updates……………………………..Page 10
Furman L. Templeton Preparatory Academy Attendance Updates, Goals, & Tips

Follow Us On Twitter @FLTprepacademy ★ Community School News……………………..Pages 11-
12
Meet the CSC, School Partners, & More

Follow Us on Instagram @FLTempleton ★FLT Events………………………………………….Page 13
Events & Parent Breakfast Schedule

★Resources…………………………………………..Page 14-30
Community Resources, Upcoming Events, & More 2

Furman L. Templeton Preparatory Academy

Our Mission
To accelerate the opportunities and outcomes for our children by demanding nothing but excellence from
the students, staff, and the community.

Our Vision
Accelerating the academic achievement of all students, in partnership with the entire community, to
ensure that students have the attitudes, skills, and proficiencies needed to succeed in college and in the
21st century global workforce.

Important Dates

● March 3- Father & Son Basketball Game
● March 4- Early Release Day
● March 5- Mommy & Me Event
● March 25- Quarter 3 Ends
● March 26- Quarter 4 Begins
● March 26-31- Report Card Distribution Window

The complete 19-20 SY Calendar with important dates may be found
towards the end of this newsletter

PARENT Parent Information To Be Announced
7:45 am - 8:45 am
To Be Announced Next PTO Meeting:
8:45 am - 9:45 am Cafeteria
March 17 , 2020
Cafeteria 3
FLT Virtual Reality @4pm

For more parent information check out the
resource guide at the end of the newsletter and the
parent engagement corner next to the main office.

Principal Says

Greetings to Parents and Family Members:

As you are already aware, at the direction of the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), all public
schools in the state, including Baltimore City Public Schools (City Schools) will close all schools effective
March 16, 2020. This does not mean, however, that our children should be “academically idle”. All students,
who attended school Friday, March 13th received a 2-week work packet that contains assignments for
reading, mathematics, social studies/science and art. Parents of students, not in school on Friday, March
13th, can pick-up these packets from the school’s main office from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. from Monday, March
16th through Wednesday, March 18th. The school building will be closed from March 20 through March 27th.

Sometimes our children get very anxious about information they see on TV and the internet regarding this
medical emergency. These are unusual circumstances and even adults are a bit anxious; however, our
priority, is to keep our children calm and make them feel they will be okay. I recommend that you have
conversations with them and emphasize that closing school is adults being cautious and making sure they
are safe. Tell them that there are not a lot of cases where kids have gotten the virus and when they do it is a
mild case. Share with them that some of them have had the flu, and that, too, was a virus. Let them know that
the corona virus is just a different strain.

Older children may want to talk about what they are seeing on TV or the internet. Experts say you should
tailor your talking approach depending on your child’s age, information processing style and exposure to
news about the virus. You have to know your children. Consider if more information helps them cope, or
does more information make them anxious? These experts also suggest asking them what they think about
the outbreak or if they’re worried about anything and then, share your own thoughts about the situation.

For younger kids, experts suggest listening more than you talk. Find out what it is they’re fearful of and what
they already know about it. Try to answer any specific questions they have, even if those questions feel
uncomfortable.

Remind your children and all adults in your household to:

· Wash their hands to the singing the “happy birthday song” for at least 2 stanzas;
· Sneeze or cough into a tissue or the curve of their arms;
· Avoid touching their faces; and
· Don’t hug but arm or elbow touch.
I am hopeful that we will return to school on March 30th. Until then, stay healthy.

Dr. Evelyn Perry, Principa

Core Value of the Month

This month’s core value is forgiveness. To forgive means to stop feeling angry or
resentful toward (someone) for an offense, flaw, or mistake. A person who
forgives in more ways than one can release negative energy and experiences that
allows new possibilities of growth and healing. Forgiveness doesn’t mean that all
things are completely restored but it does help ensure that a new and/or positive
opportunity may exist because angry and other damaging feelings do not take
the lead in our thoughts and/or choices.

Forgiveness: the intentional and voluntary process by which a victim undergoes a change in feelings and
attitude regarding an offense, and overcomes negative emotions such as resentment and vengeance.

Ways to Forgive
1. Know what forgiveness is and why it matters
2. Avoid talking negatively about those who have hurt you
3. Address your inner pain
4. Develop a forgiving mind through empathy
5. Find meaning in your suffering
6. When forgiveness is hard, call upon other strengths
7. Forgive yourself
8. Develop a forgiving heart
https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/eight_keys_to_forgiveness

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Academic Content

Academic Corner

All students in Kindergarten through Fifth Grade should have started the i-Ready Diagnostic for the third
window. Below, you will find ways to check-in with your student to help ensure their success on the final i-
Ready test for the year. Check out other ideas directly from your scholar’s teacher.
Tips to Support My Child’s Learning During the i-Ready Diagnostic Window
· Speak with your child about how using i-Ready will help them prepare for class work. Also explain that i-
Ready will show teachers where your child is doing well, and which topics need some more review.
· Encourage your child to take each lesson and quiz question seriously. Emphasize “thinking before
clicking,” because just clicking through will not give teachers an accurate report of what your child knows.
· Encourage your child to use the tools that appear at the bottom of the screen in some lessons.
· Help your child identify and become familiar with the different parts of the student dashboard. For more
about the student dashboard, see below.
· Track and celebrate your child’s progress. (Your child should aim for 45 minutes of i-Ready Instruction
per subject per week and maintain a range of 30–49 minutes of Online
Instruction while passing at least 70 percent of lessons. Your child’s school may have varying guidance.)
· Contact your child’s teacher about how often your child should practice at home, or with any other
questions about i-Ready.

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Content Update

Illuminating Intervention
The intervention team can hardly wait to see how many points the students will gain on their final i-Ready test this
year. All groups have discussed their current scores and have set goals for growth! With all of the hard work, the
students are sure to blow their scores out of the water!
The district office has recently changed the guidelines for identifying students as Talent Development. Now, any
student that scores or has previously scored in the 70th – 79th percentile on the NNAT2 or NNAT3 will be identified as
a Talent Development learner. The new regulations add 5 students to the GAL program. Four additional students
were also assessed and added to the GAL program.
Congratulations to the new students have recently been identified as Talent Development, Advanced, or Gifted
Learners. Students in grades 1 – 5 have already begun to work with Mrs. Benton. Students in grades PK and K will
begin working with Mrs. Benton after spring break.
Mrs. Benton has tons of great resources to help children with reading and math. If you need materials to help your
child at home, please visit her in room 211!

Wellness Watch
The first week of March is National Sleep Awareness week. For the last 10 years, most pediatricians
recommend that children 3-5 years old need 11-13 hours of sleep, 5-10 year olds need 10-11 hours of sleep,
and children 10-17 years old need 8.5 - 9.5 hours of sleep. That means, that kindergarten students that wake
up at 6:30 AM to get ready for school should be in bed between 6:30 and 8:30 PM! While sleep time needed by
adults vary from person to person, most people need between 7 and 8 hours of sleep per night.
When putting children to bed, it is important to establish a routine. Doing so can make bedtime an easy and
comforting process rather than a battle. Part the routine should include hygiene activities like brushing their
teeth, washing their face, or taking a bath. After putting on their pajamas, have your child get into bed and
read a book, tell a story, or have some other type of quality time. It is important to follow the same routine
every night. As such, it is not a good idea to start a routine that would not be practical most nights.
TVs and other blue light devices (tablets and phones) can inhibit a child’s ability to fall asleep because they
suppress the production of melatonin (a hormone made by the body that plays a role in sleep). So, turn off
those devices an hour or more before bedtime, and instead, enjoy a good book together!

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FLT NEWS

School Information
Breakfast Start Time: 7:30 a.m. (New time)
School Start Time: 7:45 a.m.
Dismissal Time: 2:25 p.m.

● Pre-k to 1st grade pickup location: Blacktop behind brick wall on Pennsylvania Ave
● 2nd to 5th grade pickup location: Black top near basketball court off of Dolphin St

NOTE: We DO NOT follow the BCPS Early Release Days newly scheduled for SY 19/20.
● No early dismissals after 2:00 p.m.
● Must show i.d. to enter school building
● School-wide uniform: Khaki pants/short/skirt, Navy blue (or white) polo style top (or button
up shirt) and closed-toe shoes
● No double parking

FLT Clubs

In preparation for Spring MCAP assessments, clubs will end for the remainder of the school year.

Choir Club- After School Program- The school choir club did an excellent job representing our school at the
holiday events at Hersheypark and The Avenue Market. We are very pleased with how far this young group has
come this year and we are looking forward to working on new songs for the spring. New members are welcome
to join on Wednesdays after school in Mrs. Davis’ room from 3:00-4:00 p.m. We have finalized and scheduled
our end of year trip and we are looking forward to having a lot of families participate and travel to Niagara Falls
with us in June. If your child is interested in joining they need to get a permission slip and meet with Mrs. Rose
and attend at least one practice prior to 1/31/2020. If you have questions please contact Mrs. Rose at 443-836-
6444.
Thank you!

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Community School News

● Child First Partnerships at FLT ● Promise Heights
● B’More for Healthy ● Leveling the Playing Field
For more information Contact: ● Breath Mobile
Babies Meaghan Tine, LMSW ● Greater Baltimore Urban
● Arts Every Day
● Reading Partners Community School Coordinator League
● YMCA ● MD Food Bank
● New Fit Sports Program
● ElmSeed Foundation ● Chicago Parent
● Little Flowers

Partnership Highlight

“Giving Tree”
Throughout the winter on every Thursday morning and afternoon, during arrival and dismissal, hats, gloves, and
scarves, will be given to our families by a simple sign-in and then distribution by Promise Heights staff. We will
continue the giveaway until all items are distributed. Please only take what you need and as you need the items.
The donations will also be accessible as needed to any families. Please contact Ms. Tine, 410.207.3602 if you need
winter weather items for your family.

Thank you to the following church congregations who are our dedicated community partners for donating hats,
gloves, scarves, and socks over the past month.

Douglass Memorial Church
Pennsylvania AME
Providence Baptist Church
Sharp Street Memorial Church

News from our School Social Worker

3/19/2020- Next heart market distribution- flyers will be out by 3/11/2020. 9
3/20/2020- Parent Breakfast- theme summer camp options and sign-up.

Highlight- This month’s PBIS celebration was a Mardi Gras theme and a big success. 78 students
qualified to participate in the event for their excellent behavior, on-time attendance, homework
completion and wearing their uniform daily. We look forward to increasing that number to over 100
students again for our next celebration so please support your children in meeting their goals. The
next event will theme will be announced the week of 3/15/2020.
Check out the pictures from the February event.

Community School News

The Promise Heights Team at FLT Stormi Lynn, Parent Leader
Meaghan Tine, Community School Coordinator Cynthia Banks, Parent Leader
410-207-3602 Dominique Robinson, Parent Leader
[email protected]

Linda Callahan, Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant
401.207.3664
[email protected]

Nikea Taylor, Early Childhood Assistant
443-930-0170
nikea.taylor@ ssw.umaryland.edu

Latoria Mackey, Activate Site Coordinator
443- 813- 1522
[email protected]

Promise Corps

We have experienced AmeriCorps working here at FLT. Their mission is to
address absences and provide supports and services to students and
families.

● Dozetta Lewis, Student Services Coordinator

● Maoti Gborkrquellie, Student Services Coordinator

● D’Marcus Warrick-McPherson, Student Services Coordinator

● Nancy Jones, Student Services Coordinator
Mental Health Team Updates:

The mental health team started observing and servicing their caseloads. We sponsored the training on the
Sanford Harmony Social Emotional Learning Curriculum and met with teachers to discuss individual cases
as well. Additionally, the DOPE Girlz mentoring program had their parent orientation and started their
program, there may still be spots available for interested girls in grades 3rd-5th. Finally, our C&C
Advocacy boys mentoring program has begun for boys in 2nd-5th grade.

If you are interested in any of these available programs and or have other questions for your child’s mental
health please contact Mrs.Rose at the school.

If you feel your child is in need of additional mental Health Services you can contact Mrs. Rose (room 207)
410-396-0882 to set up and meeting and referral.

FLTPA EVENTS

Event Title Events

Mommy & Me Event Details
Event
March 5,2020
Parent Breakfast & Workshop 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

H.E.A.R.T. Market & Room 214
Consignment Shop
TBD
Parent Voice 7:45 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
(PTO)
Cafeteria

March 31,2020
1:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Auditorium Lobby

March 17 , 2020
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Virtual Facebook Live

Spring Egg Hunt Fundraiser New Date TBD
Event Resource Periods

TBD

Parent Breakfast /Workshop Schedule SY 19/20

Date Theme Location

December 13th Financial Freedom Cafeteria
January 17th Cafeteria
February 21st Stress Relief Cafeteria

Resilience, Trauma, and Black
Mental Health

March 20th Raising Strong Women Cafeteria
April 24th Healthy Living Cafeteria
May 15th Cafeteria
Summer Fun and Safety

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Resource Guide

1. Workshop & Upcoming Event Flyers
○ Coronavirus Help Guide
○ Coronavirus Meal Volunteer Guide
○ Community Sources for Food
○ Treasures Of the Month
○ Parent Breakfast/ Workshop
○ PTO Meeting; Parent Voice
○ Heart Market
○ Parent Consignment Shop
○ Parent Punch Card
○ Curbside Courtesy

2. Menus
○ Breakfast Menu
○ Lunch Menu

3. 19-20 School Year Events & Calendar

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Coronavirus Help Guide

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Coronavirus Updates

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Coronavirus Family Fun Guide

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Coronavirus Meal Planning Guide

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Coronavirus Meal Service Volunteer Guide

COVID-19 Emergency Meal Service for Baltimore City Public Schools

Information for Volunteers

PROGRAM DETAILS
· Program will operate Monday-Friday, from March 16-20. Breakfast and lunch will be served between 10-2pm at predetermined sites
below.
· Meals will NOT be served during March 24-27. We will attempt to promote other meal service programs through partners and, provide
meal kits to families prior to this week (as resources are made available at each site)
· Families will be informed of emergency site by calling 2-1-1, City Schools website, social media pages and local newscasts. Principals are
encouraged to publicize the site as a space for food Grab N Go meal service during school closures.
· Anyone under the age of 18 can come in for a meal. Children are not required to be with an adult.
· Menu will be at the discretion of the cafeteria manager and will adhere with USDA Emergency Food Service regulations.
· Meals are Grab N Go options and do not need to be consumed on-site.
· Each site will receive 40 family meal kits (30 lb box of food items) for distribution to families upon request while supplies last.

VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES – REGISTER HERE
· Confirm arrival to school site by 9am by checking in main office staff or school leader (listed in chart below). or start of shift (via text, call,
or email assigned to Engagement staff member for remote attendance tracking)
o Check-in at main office to sign in visitor/volunteer log book and receive paper badge. Please bring state issues photo ID. Schools will
receive a roster of official volunteers for the school site each day.
o Upon check-in, report to cafeteria or meal distribution area and check-in with Cafeteria Manager to be introduced to volunteer
role/responsibilities
o Once settled at school building, call/text assigned family and community engagement lead (listed in contact area below) to share status
update.
· Volunteers can support with:
o monitoring student movement while in the building.
o tracking food distribution at meal times once official forms
o distributing 30lb box of family meals to families and track distribution on forms
o coordinating the distribution of other corporate donations (e.g., books, games, art supplies, etc., to support learning at-home and
enrichment activities) to students and families
o cleaning up meal areas and surfaces to help with maintaining a healthy and aesthetically pleasing environment where meals and other
donations at distributed.
o providing office support as needed; however, primary support is to food and donation distribution.
o promotions, outreach and community education about meal site as appropriate.
o other areas as determined by school leader or cafeteria manager
· Confirm departure from school site by 3pm or at end of shift (via text/call, or email assigned Engagement staff member for remote
attendance tracking)
· Please attempt to wear comfortable shoes and clothing that identifies you as a partner volunteer (e.g., organization uniform, T-shirt, etc).
· Do not attempt to disciple students or serve as an enforcer in your role as volunteer. Report any challenges to school leader, cafeteria
manager, and engagement department lead assigned.
Volunteer Orientation/Check-in Call

Sunday, March 15, 2020
7:00 – 7:30 p.m.
OR

Monday, March 16, 2020
7:30 – 8:00 a.m.

Dial-in number (US): (605) 475-4774
Access code: 323713#

International dial-in numbers: https://fccdl.in/i/mjsimms
Online meeting ID: mjsimms

Join the online meeting: https://join.freeconferencecall.com/mjsimms
For additional assistance connecting to the meeting text "Help" to the Dial-In number above. Message and data rates may apply.

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Coronavirus Meal Volunteer Resource Guide

For questions, contact:
Monique J. Simms
Partnerships & Volunteers Manager
443-220-9484 [email protected]
Tenne’ Thrower
Community Schools Specialist
443-627-3959 [email protected]
The link below will show you a map of the centers offering food in your area.

http://baltplanning.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=217d4f63d2d347bfa44325e6817cb357

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Educational Resource Guide

Sample Daily Schedule
Here is a possible schedule that you may use to help with the everyday interactions with
your kids. The schedule should be used and modified as needed to help with transitions
during the time home with your children.

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Temporarily Closed

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BREAKFAST MENU

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LUNCH MENU

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School Year 19-20 Events

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School Year 19-20 Events

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School Year 19-20 Events

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School Year 19-20 CALENDAR

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