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Wildcat Roar
Special points of
interest:
• 7th Grade News
• 8th Grade News
• Powerschool
Changes
• CIE
Announcement
• Student Poetry
• Dates to
Remember
April 2012April 2012April 2012April 2012
Inside this issue:
Farrow’s Fuss 2
Interview Skill 5
Dance Permission
Slips
7
McDonald’s 9
Powerschool 11
Pictures 13
Reminders 15151515
CARVER MIDDLE SCHOOL
Be a Smart Test Taker
For most students mandatory state assessments bring unex-pected nervousness and test anxiety. To be successful in school, students must be capable of passing teacher, state and national assessments. As educators, we often ask ourselves what we can teach our students to improve their test taking skills. To do well on any test students must first study hard and be prepared. To further improve overall test performance, students should do the following: Get off to a good start by coming to school on-time, prepared and with everything that that they need to be successful on the test.
Before answering any questions develop a plan by quickly looking over the test.
Mark questions that they are unsure about with a dot or a light mark so that they may return to them later.
Use all of the time available
At Carver, a large portion of our continued success is dependent upon the outcome of our upcoming Oklahoma Core Curriculum Tests and End of Instruction exams. Our teachers and staff con-tinue to emphasize the advantages of having smart test taking skills. As we prepare to enter into state testing, parents, please make it a point to discuss with your middle school student the importance of being a smart test taker. Remind him/her daily about the 4-steps to being a SMART test taker. As always, at Carver, we have an open door policy. Please feel free to call the school for any assistance or information that you may need. Carver is your school, and your support and involve-ment are critical to our continued success. Melissa J. Woolridge, Ph.D.
Principal, Carver Middle School
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It is hard to believe we have six weeks of school remaining for this year! We have been blessed with such a mild winter and beautiful spring that it makes one wonder what this summer has in store for Oklahoma. As we finish up the school year, I ask that you are watchful of Carver students crossing the parking lots as they exit vehicles or move toward waiting rides. Similar to parking lots in shopping areas, students can dart from in front of or behind parked cars at a moment’s notice. Please drive slowly through our parking lots as you watch for students potentially crossing the pathway of your vehicle. As spring approaches so does the threat of severe weather. Every school has to conduct certain safety drills on a monthly basis to help ensure student safety. During March and April we conduct our Disaster Drills that show students where to go during the day if severe weather is approaching. When we conduct these drills teachers also remind students of proper conduct to ensure all students safety. Remaining quiet enough to hear directions and then following the directions are two of the most important safety factors. Please cover school policy and general safety rules with your student to ensure that he/she is prepared for any drills or situations that might arise. As always if you have concerns regarding the safety or well-being of your student or any Carver student, do not hesitate to get in touch with myself or the grade level counselor! Valarie Farrow [email protected] 918-925-1420
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“How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.” – Anne Frank
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Carver Families,
We only have about 6 weeks of school left but there is a lot of action at Carver. Soccer is kick-
ing off for the first time at Carver, field trips are coming up and testing is around the corner.
The time of year also means that the new families with incoming 6th or 7th graders for next
school year have been notified. It is so exciting to hear from so many excited families about
their new Wildcat! Facebook was going crazy on the Friday before Spring Break.
Our last PTSA unit meeting will be on Tuesday, April 10th. One goal for PTSA this year was to
provide a few student-focused programs. We will have a presentation on “Interview Skills for
Your First Job”. Carver will provide refreshments prior to the meeting, so please come early and
bring the family. BTW students and parents are also invited to attend. The meeting will begin
at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium at Carver.
We have very exciting news from our Marquee Donation Drive. Just last week three Carver
families made very generous donations that helped us reach our goal of $4,000. Our next step
is to meet with TPS for a final review and then start the permitting process. We hope to see our
new marquee shortly after school is out. We will continue to send updates.
The PTSA and Foundation would like to thank all of the students and parents that assisted with
our Marquee Donation Drive mailing effort and to everyone that has donated to the project.
Great things are happening at Carver!
As we wrap up the school year we still have one of the best events of the school year to look
forward to. Carver Intercultural Evening (CIE) was started last year and is a fabulous family
event. The event builds on the Carver tradition of the Intercultural Interlude started by Ms.
Zaheer many years ago. CIE also supports the goal of MYP to develop internationally-minded
students.
Please stop by the office and buy advanced tickets for the “Treats from Around the World” din-
ner portion of the evening for $5. International Games will be $.50 per ticket, which will be sold
at the door. Families can stop by the culture booths and enjoy the entertainment at no cost.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Beth Delancy
Carver PTSA President
Math Counts Competition 8th Grade student Colin Hicks came in First Place on the East Central All-Star team, and 27th place out of the top 80
competitors in Oklahoma on March 31st. Congratulations Colin!! GREAT JOB!!
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March ~ Alex Capehart & Timber Mabes
Madelyn Hensen & Qyon Reeves
April ~ Andre McFadden & Carrie Kirby
Yadira Vrquiza & Esten Pakdimounivong
7th Grade Kansas City Trip
The 7th grade students received their yellow permission slip for the end of the year trip to Kansas City on Friday May 11th . The cost of the trip is $135 which includes transportation, entrance to the park, lunch in the
park, “ Mystery Train” Show, dinner & gratuity.
Permission slip and all monies are due by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 20th.
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Good Luck to all of our 8th graders on
their journey to High School.
8th Grade Formal Tickets are on sale now through Friday, April 27th. Ticket prices are $15.00 for Carver students and $20.00 for APPROVED non-Carver students. Tickets include one 5x7 portrait. Tickets can be purchased in the main office from Ms. Clark or Mrs. Cooper. Please note that if your guest is a non-Carver student, the guest must be a TPS student in good standing and prior approval is required. For approval, the guest student and parent must complete the required application and have it completed by an administrator at the guest student's school before returning it. This form is due no later than April 18th at 4:00PM to Ms. Farrow in the main office. Limited scholarships are available, please contact Mr. Ehrle at [email protected].
Carver Middle
School
8th Grade
Promotion
Ceremony
Friday
May 18th
9:30 a.m.
BTW High
School New
Field House off Virgin Street
Students
report to
Carver, as
usual, on the morning of
May 18th
February
Risk Taker They approach unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and have the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. They are brave and articulate in defending their beliefs.
1. Sydney Alison 2. Isis McCoy
3. Patrick McGee
4. John Ainsworth
March
Thinker They exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions.
1. Mariana Contreras
2. Leslie Puentes
3. Joshua Serrano
4. Samuel Taylor
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Please support the Carver 8th
grade students by joining us for
the last dance of the school year.
Your student will enjoy one last
night of fun with all their friends
at the end of the year
Spring Dance!!
NEW OPTION:
Video Games & Board Games
In the Cafeteria
Admission is $5.00 per student.
We hope to see everyone there!!
Last Dance of the Year
The Spring Dance Hosted by 8th Grade Activities CommitteeHosted by 8th Grade Activities CommitteeHosted by 8th Grade Activities CommitteeHosted by 8th Grade Activities Committee
Friday, April 20th 7PM-9PM
Carver Middle School GymnasiumCarver Middle School GymnasiumCarver Middle School GymnasiumCarver Middle School Gymnasium
Parents your support will be greatly appreciated for this event!
Please sign up at: https://www.parentteacher.net/volunteerr.asp?sc=CarverPTSA&v=23368 to volunteer and/or donate.
Items Needed for:
Dance Concession 8th Grade Formal 8th grade Farewell Luncheon
All volunteers must have a TPS Volunteer Application on file in the front office.
Contact is Melanie Walker at 918-605-6267 or [email protected]
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• April 10th – April PTSA Unit Meeting Interview Skills Seminar
• April 11th - 12th - State Testing 6th 7th, 8th
• April 16th - 19th - State Testing 8th
• April 19th – All School Play Performance –
Fame Jr
• April 20th – Spring Dance
• April 23rd-26th - State Testing 7th Grade
• April 25th - Spanish Placement Test at BTW
• April 26th - French Placement Test at BTW
• April 27th – Carver Intercultural Evening
• May 1st - NJHS Induction Ceremony
• May 2nd - State Testing EOI Algebra I - 7th Grade
• May 3rd – New Student Orientation
• May 4th – 6th Grade Branson/Silver Dollar City Trip
• May 5th – 8th Grade Formal
• May 7th - 10th - 6th Grade Helmzar Ropes Course
• May 8th – Band Spring Concert at 7:00 p.m.
• May 9th – 7th Grade Teleconference
• May 10th – Strings Spring Concert at 7:00 p.m.
• May 11th - 7th Grade Field Trip to Kansas City
• May 11th - 8th Grade Field Trip to Wilson’s Creek
• May 11th - 6th Grade to Tulsa Shock
• May 12th – Carver Cleanup Day with the WNBA
• May 18th – Carver Promotion Ceremony at 9:30 – at the new
BTW Field House - Student report to Carver as usual
• May 18th – Last Day of School
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Parents,
Please read this important information so you can access your student(s) PowerSchool information.
On Friday evening April 13th, we will implement a new Single Sign On feature that allows a
parent to create their own individual log in and associate each of their students with that
account. This process will allow ‘split’ parents to have their own log in a not have to share
access. This change will also allow parent access through iPads and iPhones.
This change will affect all parent accounts and new account logins must be created.
• Starting Saturday morning, April 14th, parents/guardians will
have the ability to create an account that will allow you to
access all your students from a SINGLE LOGIN.
• You will be able to create your own User Names and
Passwords.
• Each Parent can create their own login to access their
respective child(ren).
You will need to go to the PowerSchool login page:
https://PowerSchool.Tulsaschools.org/Public or click on
the
PowerSchool link on your school’s or the TPS website.
You will see the following Login screen:
1. Click the Create Account button
2. The screen below will appear:
This is where you will setup access to ALL
your students. • Enter an E-Mail address – Note: The e-
mail address MUST be unique. If Parent/Guardians share the same e-mail address, you should only set up one par-ent access account.
• User Name (No apostrophes, and do not
use an email address). • Password (No apostrophes, and it must be
at least six characters) • Enter the Name of each Student you wish to associate
to your account. • Enter the Access ID (former User Name) and Access
Password for each student.
• Select your relationship to the student. 3. Click the Enter button when you have completed this link to all of your students. 4. When finished, you will receive this message.
NEW POWERSCHOOL U
PDATES
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If Parent/Guardians share the same account, ONLY ONE Parent/Guardian may access
the account at a time.
*****Do not set your browser to save passwords to this site. It will cause your password not to work!*****
5. After successfully logging in, you will see a series of tabs under the PowerSchool
logo listing your student family members.
• Select the appropriate name to change the page to that student’s information.
• The remaining process for viewing your student’s information has not changed
What if you forget your login information?
On the login page click the link: Having Trouble Logging in?
If you forgot your Password:
• Fill in your User Name
• Fill in your E-Mail Address
• Hit Enter
The system will authenticate your information and send you a Security Token with
instructions on how to re-set your Password to the E-Mail address listed.
It is important to note that the Security Token sent is only good for 30 min-
utes. If the Parent/Guardian fails to reset the Password in that allotted
time, you will need to repeat the process.
If you forgot your User Name:
• Click on the Forgot User Name tab
• Enter your E-Mail Address
• Hit Enter
The system will authenticate your information and send you an E-Mail listing your
User Name.
Mrs. Jorgenson
Mr. Laymon
Dr. Payne
Mr. Kirby Mrs. Abraham Mrs. Edwards
Mrs. Hinkley
Larry Morris, Carver's Principal for a Day on Friday, March 30th. Mr. Morris is the Chief United States Probation Officer. He was being interviewed
by a TPS media person.
Carvers Exchange Students
Alice McCaskill & Exchange Student Evan Gomez &
Hiroki Tomita
Both exchange students attend Higashi Utsunomia
Junior High, in Japan
Dr. Ballard Presents Blue Ribbon Awards
Beasts
You never know what’s lurking in the shadows Or hiding under your bed.
You hardly ever notice when you come back In the room, the window is open.
But the beasts we encounter almost everyday Are bullies and “friends”. We don't notice
Most of these till it’s too late. You might want to watch your back
Because remember:
You never know what’s lurking in the shadows Or hiding under your bed.
You hardly ever notice when you come back In the room, the window is open.
"OUR TRADITION IS EXCELLENCE;
OUR CONCEPT IS DIVERSITY;
OUR POTENTIAL IS UNLIMITED;
OUR FUTURE IS GLOBAL."
School Contact Information Office:
Phone: (918) 925-1420 Fax : (918) 925-1450 Address: 624 E. Oklahoma Pl. Tulsa, OK 74106 Website: carver.tulsaschools.org
Tulsa Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national ori-gin, sex, disability, genetic information, vet-eran status, marital status or age in its em-ployment, programs and activities. The follow-ing person has been designated to handle in-quiries regarding Tulsa Public Schools' non-discrimination policies: Tulsa Public Schools Human Capital Department, Bill Naftzger, Di-rector of Support Talent, 3027 S. New Haven Ave. Tulsa, OK 74114-6131, (918) 746-6147.
From the Editor: All the information in this newsletter comes from Carver staff, faculty, students, parents and the TPS website or other affiliations with Carver PTSA.
Please email all your future submissions to:
CarverWildcats @yahoo.com
Thank You Again Sunshine David Wildcat ROAR