Paine Intermediate School Trussville, Alabama
Friday, October 31, 2014
Ipads in the Classroom!
Mrs. Felts 4th grade class engages in the creation of personal videos on their Ipads. The videos are based on their reading of The Trail of Tears.
Thursday, October 30, 2014
Week of November 3rd
Week of November 3rd
Date
| |
Mon, November 3
B Day
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2:00 Dismissal
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Tues, November 4
C Day
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Wed, November 5
Club Day
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Drama Rehearsal
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Thurs, November 6
D Day
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Report Cards Issued
Mini Book Fair Begins
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Fri, November 7
E Day
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Veteran's Day Celebration (during lunch time)
 |
Wednesday, October 29, 2014
Congratulations-Teacher of the Year
Congratulations to Mr. Chris Byars (Music Teacher), Paine Intermediate's 2014-2015 Teacher of the Year!! He was selected by the PI faculty and the announcement was made today!! Mr. Byars was not only suprised, but very grateful to all for selecting him as our Teacher of the Year!!
Ways to Stay Informed
Parents
As a way to stay informed with various aspects of the school, many of our teachers and the administration have created "blogs" as another way to communicate with our parents! Below you will find a listing of the published blogs that are maintained and updated frequently throughout the school year. Take a moment to sign-up to receive updates as they are posted on each blog.
If you ever have any questions, feel free to contact the school!
Math at Paine Intermediate
Reading Blog
Mrs. Wessel and Mrs. Waites 4th Grade Class Blog
GATE Bloghttp://growingwithgate.blogspot.com/
PI Math Blog
http://paineintmath.blogspot.com/
http://paineintmath.blogspot.com/
PI Reading Bloghttp://readersareleaders24.blogspot.com/
Mrs. Childs & Ms. Waites 3rd Grade Class Bloghttp://childsandwaits.blogspot.com/
Ms. M. Long’s 5th Grade Class Bloghttp://mlongsclass.blogspot.com/
Mrs. Deneke and Mrs. Dover’s 4th Grade Class Blog
Mrs. Aldrich & Mrs. Walls 4th Grade Class Blog
Red Ribbon Week Revised Schedule (Reminder)
Red Ribbon Week
Oct. 27th - 31st, 2014
Paine Intermediate
We are joining thousands of other schools across the USA in an effort to raise awareness about the dangers of using tobacco products, other drugs, and alcohol. Throughout the month, counselors will conduct drug awareness lessons for all classes according to the state counseling standards, and then dress up days during this week will help emphasize awareness too.. Daily themes for the week revolve around PI’s focus on student leadership; “The Leader in Me is Drug Free!”
*Please note: Since the Hewitt vs. Clay game was moved to Thursday, Oct. 30th, we are switching the last 2 dress up days.. In support of our HT Huskies, we will now wear our Husky Spirit clothing on Thursday, and then the bright, neon colored clothing on Friday. Thanks for your understanding!
Monday- Hats Off to Being Drug Free!
Students are encouraged to wear hats/caps to kick off the week and to help show their commitment to being a drug free leader.
Tuesday- Don’t Let Drugs Erase Your Dreams!
Students are encouraged to wear appropriate pajamas to school to remind them that drugs can erase their future hopes and dreams. Students must wear or bring tennis shoes for PE!
Wednesday- Leaders are “Red-y” to Say No to Drugs!
Students are encouraged to wear red colored clothing to show their support for Red Ribbon Week as it is “National Wear Red Day.” Remember, leaders stay drug free!
Thursday- These Paws Won’t Touch Drugs!
Students are encouraged to support our school team and wear their favorite Husky school spirit clothing to show that Paine Intermediate Husky Leaders will make smart choices and stay drug free. Go Huskies!
Friday- My Future is Bright so I’m Staying Drug Free!
All students are encouraged to wear bright, neon colored clothing as they commit to make good choices and be drug free for their future.
Oct. 27th - 31st, 2014
Paine Intermediate
We are joining thousands of other schools across the USA in an effort to raise awareness about the dangers of using tobacco products, other drugs, and alcohol. Throughout the month, counselors will conduct drug awareness lessons for all classes according to the state counseling standards, and then dress up days during this week will help emphasize awareness too.. Daily themes for the week revolve around PI’s focus on student leadership; “The Leader in Me is Drug Free!”
*Please note: Since the Hewitt vs. Clay game was moved to Thursday, Oct. 30th, we are switching the last 2 dress up days.. In support of our HT Huskies, we will now wear our Husky Spirit clothing on Thursday, and then the bright, neon colored clothing on Friday. Thanks for your understanding!
Monday- Hats Off to Being Drug Free!
Students are encouraged to wear hats/caps to kick off the week and to help show their commitment to being a drug free leader.
Tuesday- Don’t Let Drugs Erase Your Dreams!
Students are encouraged to wear appropriate pajamas to school to remind them that drugs can erase their future hopes and dreams. Students must wear or bring tennis shoes for PE!
Wednesday- Leaders are “Red-y” to Say No to Drugs!
Students are encouraged to wear red colored clothing to show their support for Red Ribbon Week as it is “National Wear Red Day.” Remember, leaders stay drug free!
Thursday- These Paws Won’t Touch Drugs!
Students are encouraged to support our school team and wear their favorite Husky school spirit clothing to show that Paine Intermediate Husky Leaders will make smart choices and stay drug free. Go Huskies!
Friday- My Future is Bright so I’m Staying Drug Free!
All students are encouraged to wear bright, neon colored clothing as they commit to make good choices and be drug free for their future.
Veteran's Wall of Honor
Parents:
We would like for everyone to get involved and send in pictures of those Veterans in your family so that they can be included on our Wall of Honor!! Please include the following information with your picture:
Veterans' Name
Branch of Military
Student's Name
Teacher's Name
Thank you!
We would like for everyone to get involved and send in pictures of those Veterans in your family so that they can be included on our Wall of Honor!! Please include the following information with your picture:
Veterans' Name
Branch of Military
Student's Name
Teacher's Name
Thank you!
Monday, October 27, 2014
ACT Aspire Test Score Results
Paine Intermediate Parents:
Thank you!
Sunday, October 26, 2014
Surprise Donation!
Paine
Intermediate’s SRO, Chuck Bradford, surprised Special Education teacher, Auburn
Lyle, with a donation of four hundred fifty dollars. The donation was
given on behalf of the Hewitt-Trussville High School class of 1984 who
celebrated their thirty-year reunion in August of this year. Officer
Bradford is a member of the 1984 Hewitt-Trussville High School class.
Ms. Lyle states that she, "plans to use the funds to
buy a canopy tent to use when we go to the Special Olympics and other outdoor
activities. I also will purchase a book binding machine so I can make adapted
books for my students to read! The money has truly been a blessing!"
Week of October 27th
Week of October 27th
Date
| |
Mon, October 27
E Day
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PI & HTMS ACT Aspire Parent Meeting @ 6:00 p.m. @ HTMS
|
Tues, October 28
F Day
| |
Wed, October 29
G Day
|
3rd Grade Assembly
Drama Rehearsal
Mandatory Drama Parent Meeting @ 4:30
Kona Ice AR Celebration
|
Thurs, October 30
H Day
|
4th Grade Assembly
Hewitt-Trussville High School Football Game v. Clay Chalkville High School @ 7:00 p.m.
|
Fri, October 31
A Day
|
5th Grade Assembly
|
Thursday, October 23, 2014
Veteran's Wall of Honor
Parent:
We would like for everyone to get involved and send in pictures of those Veterans in your family so that they can be included on our Wall of Honor!! Please include the following information with your picture:
Veterans' Name
Branch of Military
Student's Name
Teacher's Name
Thank you!
We would like for everyone to get involved and send in pictures of those Veterans in your family so that they can be included on our Wall of Honor!! Please include the following information with your picture:
Veterans' Name
Branch of Military
Student's Name
Teacher's Name
Thank you!
Red Ribbon Week
Red Ribbon Week
Oct. 27th - 31st, 2014
Paine Intermediate
We are joining thousands of other schools across the USA in an effort to raise awareness about the dangers of using tobacco products, other drugs, and alcohol. Throughout the month, counselors will conduct drug awareness lessons for all classes according to the state counseling standards, and then dress up days during this week will help emphasize awareness as well. The daily themes for the week revolve around PI’s focus on student leadership; “The Leader in Me is Drug Free!”
Monday- Hats Off to Being Drug Free!
Students are encouraged to wear hats/caps to kick off the week and to help show their commitment to being a drug free leader.
Tuesday- Don’t Let Drugs Erase Your Dreams!
Students are encouraged to wear appropriate pajamas to school to remind them that drugs can erase their future hopes and dreams. Students must wear or bring tennis shoes for PE!
Wednesday- Leaders are “Red-y” to Say No to Drugs!
Students are encouraged to wear red colored clothing to show their support for Red Ribbon Week as it is “National Wear Red Day.” Remember, leaders stay drug free!
Thursday- My Future is Bright so I’m Staying Drug Free!
All students are encouraged to wear bright, neon colored clothing as they commit to make good choices and be drug free for their future.
Friday- These Paws Won’t Touch Drugs!
Students are encouraged to wear their favorite Husky school spirit clothing to show that Paine Intermediate Husky Leaders will make smart choices and stay drug free.
Wednesday, October 22, 2014
ACT Aspire Collaborative Data Presentation
HTMS and PI will join together on Monday, October 27, 2014, for a collaborative presentation on ACT Aspire Assessment Data at 6:00 p.m. at HTMS. Dr. Phyllis Faust will be discussing aspects of the ACT Aspire Test. Student score reports will be handed out to parents in attendance. If you cannot attend, a copy will be mailed home.
Paine Intermediate parents may also attend our Coffee with the Principal on Thursday, October 23, 2014, at 9:00 a.m. to receive the same information. You will also be able to pick up your child's assessment results at that time.
Paine Intermediate parents may also attend our Coffee with the Principal on Thursday, October 23, 2014, at 9:00 a.m. to receive the same information. You will also be able to pick up your child's assessment results at that time.
Come out and enjoy time at your child's school by attending...
Coffee With the Principal
When: Thursday, October 23, 2014
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Paine Intermediate School-Amphitheater
Various curriculum and instruction topics will be discussed. Parents in attendance will receive their child's ACT Aspire standardized test score results.
Hope to see you there!!
Tuesday, October 21, 2014
Yearbook Deadline is Coming Up
2014-2015 PAINE ELEMENTARY
YEARBOOKS
ARE ON SALE
It's
time to order your 2014-2015 Paine Elementary Yearbook. We will be accepting orders from Tuesday, October 14th to Friday, October 24th. This will be your ONLY opportunity to
purchase a yearbook.
Yearbooks are $50.00
each. Sorry, we cannot offer quantity discounts
this year.
Complete
a separate form for EACH
child and return it to their teacher. Please
pay separately for each order. Write
your phone #, child’s name and their teacher’s name on your check to ensure
proper credit.
All checks must be made
payable to Paine PTO.
Please
Note: There will be a $30 fee for any
returned checks.
Student
Name __________________________________________
Teacher
________________________________________________ Grade_______________
#
of Yearbooks Ordered ______________ x $50 =
_______________ Amount Enclosed
Parent
Name ________________________ Phone
Number _________________
"Silver" for Stars and Stripes
“Silver” for Stars and Stripes!
Show your Husky pride and help purchase an
American flag to fly at the new Hewitt Field!
To help show our patriotism and our Husky pride, we would like to present the TCS Board with a large, U.S. flag to be flown for all athletic events at the new Hewitt-Trussville High School stadium.
On Thursday and Friday of this week, we will have a collection box for “silver” (nickels, dimes, or quarters). Students who wish to participate may simply drop their coin into the box. With almost 2000 students on our campus, a small amount will quickly add up, and we should be able to purchase a big, beautiful flag to be flown at Hewitt Field in the upcoming school year.
We want our students to feel involved in the excitement surrounding the opening of the stadium on Friday, and contributing toward a new flag is just a small way we can do that.
Betsy Schmitt Autumm Jeter
Paine Primary Paine Intermediate
Monday, October 20, 2014
Paine Intermediate Math Blog
Parents:
The math classroom today looks
different from what many of us remember. One of the most important goals
is that students learn how to think critically about mathematical
concepts. Research reveals that in addition to math content, critical
thinking, communication, collaboration and creativity are skills we should
develop in our students. This translates to the math classroom through
real-world problems, exchange of ideas, numerical flexibility, development of
conceptual knowledge and procedural fluency. This can be confusing for
those of us that were not taught math in this manner. This parent
math blog will provide parents with important information regarding our math
curriculum, and hopefully answer some questions and lessen any confusion.
We are asking all parents to sign up to receive periodic updates as we post to our math blog. On the top left, use your email address to sign up for the blog.
This is one of many steps we are taking to keep our parents involved and informed on curriculum and instruction at Paine Intermediate School.
Sunday, October 19, 2014
New Stadium
Administrators were given a sneak peek at the new stadium this afternoon. We are so impressed with this beautiful facility that will be used for many athletic events! Go huskies!!
Friday, October 17, 2014
Emergency Drills Today
Paine Intermediate Parents:
Paine Intermediate School engaged in the following three emergency preparedness drills today: Severe Weather Drill, Fire Drill and Intruder Drill. We started at approximately 8:10 a.m. and were finished with all three drills by 9:05 a.m. Teachers have reviewed procedures and steps students should take for the various drills since the beginning of the school year, and again just this week.
The Intruder Drill was a collaborative effort between our School Resource Officers and the administration here at Paine Intermediate. All students and teachers immediately housed themselves for a temporary period of time in their designated safe place.
Our fire and severe weather drills are more routine drills that students participate in on a monthly basis. As expected, all students and staff immediately positioned themselves for a temporary period of time in their designated safe place.
We appreciate the students outstanding behavior and cooperation. All drills today were a success and we commend everyone involved!
Paine Intermediate School engaged in the following three emergency preparedness drills today: Severe Weather Drill, Fire Drill and Intruder Drill. We started at approximately 8:10 a.m. and were finished with all three drills by 9:05 a.m. Teachers have reviewed procedures and steps students should take for the various drills since the beginning of the school year, and again just this week.
The Intruder Drill was a collaborative effort between our School Resource Officers and the administration here at Paine Intermediate. All students and teachers immediately housed themselves for a temporary period of time in their designated safe place.
Our fire and severe weather drills are more routine drills that students participate in on a monthly basis. As expected, all students and staff immediately positioned themselves for a temporary period of time in their designated safe place.
We appreciate the students outstanding behavior and cooperation. All drills today were a success and we commend everyone involved!
Week of October 20th
Week of October 20
Date
|
Event
|
Mon, October 20
A Day
|
A Day
2:00 dismissal
|
Tues, October 21
B Day
| |
Wed, October 22
|
Club Day
Drama Rehearsal
|
Thurs, October 23
C Day
|
Coffee with the Principal @ 9:00 a.m. (Topic-ACT Aspire Assessment Results)
|
Fri, October 24
D Day
|
Friday Freeze
School Picture Deadline PTO Yearbook Deadline |
Thursday, October 16, 2014
Coffee With the Principal
Come out and enjoy time at your child's school by attending...
Coffee With the Principal
When: Thursday, October 23, 2014
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Paine Intermediate School-Amphitheater
Various curriculum and instruction topics will be discussed. Parents in attendance will receive their child's ACT Aspire standardized test score results.
Hope to see you there!!
Wednesday, October 15, 2014
Kona Ice Party
Students who sold $25 or more during our recent fund raising event were treated to a Kona Ice party compliments of our Paine PTO. Thanks to everyone who made this fund raiser such a success!
Anchor Charts in the Classroom!
Great anchor charts in our classrooms! Take a look at a few of them...
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
Monday, October 13, 2014
Paine Backpack Sale
Oct.
8, 2014
Dear
Parents and students,
Paine
Intermediate School is selling drawstring backpacks to help pay for copier
expenses, copy paper and other school expenses. The
drawstring backpacks made of polycanvas/polyester are gray with a red center
panel and mesh front pockets, and are $10 each.
They will have a paw print and “Huskies” in white on the outside.
Please return your
order for the drawstring backpacks during the weeks of Oct. 9 through Oct. 31.
Thank you in advance for helping us to
achieve our fundraising goals!
Dr. Autumm M. Jeter
Principal
Student
Name ____________________________
Teacher ______________
Number
of drawstring backpacks __________________ @ $10 each.
Amount
attached ___________________________
PLEASE
RETURN THIS FORM WITH YOUR PAYMENT
Friday, October 10, 2014
Week of October 13
Date
|
Event
|
Mon, October 13
|
No School
|
Tues, October 14
F Day
|
Paine backpack sale
PTO Fundraiser Items Delivered
|
Wed, October 15
G Day
| |
Thurs, October 16
H Day
| |
Fri, October 17
A Day
|
PTO Fundraiser Pump-it Up Field trip
|
Thursday, October 9, 2014
Coffee With the Principal
Come out and enjoy time at your child's school by attending...
Coffee With the Principal
When: Thursday, October 23, 2014
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Paine Intermediate School-Amphitheater
Various curriculum and instruction topics will be discussed. Parents in attendance will receive their child's ACT Aspire standardized test score results.
Hope to see you there!!
Thursday, October 2, 2014
Week of October 6
Date
|
Event
|
Mon, October 6
A Day
|
PTO Meeting 10:00 @ P.P.
Dismissal @ 2:00
|
Tues, October 7
B Day
|
3rd Grade Walking Tour
(Childs/Waits, Owens/Ekonen)
|
Wed, October 8
C Day
| |
Thurs, October 9
D Day
|
3rd Grade Walking Tour
(Camara/Wright. Smith/Peters)
|
Fri, October 10
E Day
|
3rd Grade Walking Tour
(LoPresti/Moore, Horn/Woods)
|
Thank You!
Today is the end of one of the best chapters in my life; it is also the beginning of a new chapter as I make the transition from principal of Paine Intermediate School to Interim Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction. I feel so blessed to have been a part of the life of our special school. I don’t know that I ever wanted anything as much as I wanted to be named principal of Paine Intermediate way back in 2002. I vividly remember the phone call informing me that I was going to be the principal of this beautiful new school in my own community.
I remember moving in the building that July of 2003. Boxes upon boxes. Truckload after truckload. Every single thing was new. New children, new teachers, new furniture, new procedures. Yep. Every. Single. Procedure. New and untried. The car line traffic in the early days was quite a challenge! The first morning we finally got all the students into the building about 9:00 A.M. Mrs. Schmitt and I were basket cases. Afternoon car line ended about 4:00! But after a year or so, we finally got it right.
We have shared so many experiences and memories over the past ten years. Some have been heartbreaking; some stressful; some hilarious. One thing we never had a shortage of was laughter. Will we ever forget the night we stayed ALL night because of snow? I wonder how many students we have had in our classrooms. Library books? AR points? Parties? Cupcakes? Doughnuts? I wonder how many chicken fingers we’ve eaten in the lunchroom. How many times have we sung the National Anthem? How many times have I said, “Let’s get on third square,”?
The most precious memories from my tenure at Paine Intermediate are the relationships and friendships that I have been privileged to be a part of. We are a genuine family. Every person in our building is and will always be special to me. All of our students and parents at PI right now and those who passed through our school and moved on have left an indelible impression on my life. I am a better person for having known so many wonderful children and families.
Reflecting is a good thing, but I am looking ahead to the future. Ours and theirs. Our children. Davis, Caroline, Molly, Jake, Jack, Josh, Thomas, Reese, Tyler, Blake, and the thousands of others we have and will touch. They are in great hands. I know that the Paine Intermediate staff, under the leadership of Dr. Jeter, will continue to work to teach them all. I am confident that Paine Intermediate and the new elementary schools will be the stellar schools we expect in our community, and that together we will help all of our students become the people they were created to be.
I will be back to visit, help, celebrate, meddle, and advise on a regular basis. I am confident that you continue to support the administration and teachers as they work tirelessly to help your children.
Thank you for the lovely memories.
Beth Bruno
Wednesday, October 1, 2014
Club Day
Three years ago, Paine Intermediate teachers and administrators were searching for ways to provide time during the school day for professional learning. After lots of conversations and preparations, the school rolled out Club Day, a win-win for students and staff. Club Day is a special day that occurs because of the innovation, hard work and and generosity of our counselors, specialist teachers, substitutes, and community volunteers.
If you ask any student what their favorite day is at Paine Intermediate, chances are they will tell you, “Club Day!” Ask a teacher what day is most valuable, and they, too, will most likely say, “Club Day!”
Thank you, Lauren Blake, for the huge amount of work you do to make this happen. Thank you to everyone for making Club Day such a success.
Making Beautiful Music in Choir with Mr. Byars
Staying Fit and Having Fun with Coach Carlile and Coach Chrisenberry
Selling School Supplies in the School Store with Mrs. Williamson and Mrs. Blake
Learning Sign Language with Office Bradford and Mrs. Tippen
Learning to Play Chess with Coach Pino
Learning Code with Mrs. Long
Making Sculptures in Art with Mrs. Ward
Public Speaking with Mr.Lacey and Mr. Dickson
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