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“We inspire, embrace and celebrate individual achievement.”
Introducing the Team! ● Emily Skelton ● Nicole Murphy ● Jessica Salanic ● Kristen Vieth ● LeAnna Wolkis
Miss Emily Skelton
Self-Contained Gifted Kindergarten Teacher
● Born and raised in Arizona
○ Grew up going to PVUSD schools
○ Family lives in Scottsdale, too!
● Bachelor of Science in Education
○ Northern Arizona University
● Taught for the DODD schools
○ Aviano, Italy 2010-2011
● Teaching Certificate K-8
● Gifted Endorsement and Highly Qualified
● 12 years teaching
○ 3 years, Second Grade
Mom, Brother, Sister in Law, fiancé, Me
○ 9 years, Self-Contained Gifted Kindergarten
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Mrs. Murphy {Nicole Murphy}
Hello incoming kindergarten kiddos and families! My name is
Nicole Murphy and I teach kindergarten at Fireside. I have been
teaching at Fireside since we first opened in 2012. This is my
sixth year teaching kindergarten and I absolutely love it! My
husband and I have four amazing children together. Christina is
eighteen and a highschool senior. Kayla is a middle schooler in
seventh grade. Jack is in first grade here at Fireside and my four
year old William may be starting preschool at Fireside too. Our
family pets include two dogs and two desert tortoises. I enjoy
time with family and friends, trips to Rocky Point, movies,
swimming and of course, a little shopping! I look forward to
meeting you and having a fabulous Kindergarten year together!
We will have so much fun learning new things together. Get ready
for RAZ-kids, engaging writing, math lessons, using technology, 7
continents, Animals 2X2, Color’s/Nursery rhymes & SO much
more! I look forward to a wonderful year with you all!
Cooperative Learning
Mrs. Salanic
{Jessica Salanic}
Welcome to Fireside! My name is Jessica Salanic and I am a
kindergarten teacher at Fireside. I have been teaching for
ten years. I have taught kindergarten for eight years and
first grade for two years. I have lived in Arizona my whole
life and am an alumni of the Paradise Valley School District.
I graduated from Grand Canyon University. My husband and
I have been married for almost five years. I have two
children that are one and three years old. I love spending
time with my family, being outside, traveling, hiking and
playing soccer. I started playing soccer when I was younger
and still play today! Before I had my own kids, I spent most
of my free time coaching soccer. I am so excited to
hopefully meet you in the fall!Miss Vieth {Kristen Vieth}
Welcome Kindergartners and Families! I was born right here,in
Scottsdale, Arizona on October 5th. I am an alumni of PVUSD schools.
I went to ASU and received a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood
Education. My parents & 2 sisters live here. My oldest sister lives in
NJ with my 3 year old nephew & 9 month old baby niece. My mom,
Cheryl {who is retired}, loves to come in on Fridays & help out. I have 3
sisters, one of which is my identical twin! My dad has his own real
estate company as an appraiser. I have a white Persian cat that I
adore, named Khloe! I love to hike, exercise, swim, watch movies &
spend time with my family/friends. I am a big ASU fan & love to go to
their football games with my family. I am so excited that you will be
attending FSES next school year! It will be my 10th year teaching {4
years in Pre-K & 6 years in Kindergarten}. I love the littles! Your
children will have so much fun learning new things. Get ready for RAZ-
kids, engaging writing, math lessons, using technology, 7 continents,
Animals 2X2, Color’s/Nursery rhymes & SO much more! See you in the
fall!PBIS
● PBIS (School-wide citizenship program)
● Students are to show SPARK behavior
○ Our goal is for each student to be Safe, Positive,
Appropriate, Responsible & KindKindergarten
Technology
● iPads , Chrome Books
● Educational Sites ○ ZEARN
○ Scribble Press ○ Starfall
○ Brain Pop Junior ○ Raz Kids
○ United Streaming ○ Barefoot Atlas
○ Math Blasters ○ EducreationsCollege & Career
Ready Standards
● To see the objectives and concepts we will be teaching your child,
please refer to the Arizona Department of Education website.
www.azed.gov/azccrs/
● Arizona College & Career Ready Standards prepare our students for
college and career success.
● 21st Century Learners:
Communicate, Collaborate, Critical Thinking & CreativityCurriculum ● Science/Social Studies- Core Knowledge, Foss Kits ● Reading- Wonders - McGraw Hill ● Writing- Fundations, Write From the Beginning ● Math- Eureka Math ● We use Thinking Maps to support all content areas
Core Knowledge UnitsM
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Social
StudiesFoss Kits Science Goldfish & Guppies
Foss Kits Science Land Snails & Water Snails
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Fundations
Write From the BeginningMa t h e m a t ic ia n s Eureka Math ZEARN
Thinking Maps
We use Thinking Maps to support all content areasPotential Kindergarten Day
● Calendar, Morning Message
● Fundations and Phonemic Awareness Practice
● Wonders, Shared Reading and Literacy Block
● Snack
● Writing
● Special Areas (PE, STEM, Art, Music, SEL)Potential Kindergarten Day
● Recess & Lunch
● Learning Centers
● Math and Math Stations
● Science and Social
Studies (Core Knowledge)Getting Ready for
Kindergarten
Your child will best succeed entering kindergarten if they know how to:
● Use the restroom alone (toileting etiquette, buttons, snaps, zips...)
● Write their name correctly (1st letter capitalized, the rest - lowercase)
● Write numbers correctly 1-10
● Recognize and write upper and lowercase letters
● Share with others (including not always being first)
● Follow simple 1 and 2 step directions
● Unbuckle and buckle seat belts
● Open lunch containers, milk cartons, juice boxes, baggies, tupperware, utensils from plastic wrap
● Begin to practice tying shoe lacesKindergarten Readiness
Screening
Kindergarten screening date (TBD)
● The screening will take around 15-20 minutes.
● We will assess your child’s knowledge of letters names & sounds, numbers, colors, shapes, sight
words & name writing.
● The purpose of the screening is to help your child’s teacher know what skills he/she possess
when entering kindergarten.
● We strongly recommend your child attends the screening.
● If your child attended any of the Fireside Preschool programs, we would still like them to be a
part of this process.
● We will use Sign-Up Genius to schedule the Kindergarten Screening.The First Week
Day 1- Modified Day, (1:00 Dismissal) Tuesday 8 /10 /21
○ 8:45-9:45 Parents are invited to stay in classrooms with their child
○ 9:45 Parent Presentation in Cafeteria
(Boo Hoo Yahoo Breakfast-provided by PTO)
○ Pick up time 1:00 pm
Day 2 - Full Days Begin Wednesday 8/11/21 8:45-3:00
● Morning drop off begins at the Kindergarten playground gate
● Mascot & Bus services will begin on Wednesday (Full Day)Cluster Grouping
Model
Schoolwide Cluster Grouping:
Identified gifted students are grouped into designated gifted cluster
classrooms at each grade level and receive differentiated instruction in
all content areas by gifted cluster teachers.
***All Kindergarten teachers use differentiation on a daily basis to
support the needs of all learners in their class***Self-Contained Gifted ● The self-contained Kindergarten class is designed for high-achieving, gifted students. ● Students must have qualifying test scores. Please refer to the PVUSD Gifted website for more specific information. www.pvschools.net/academics/academic- programs/gifted-programs ● The Self-Contained Gifted classroom follows the same schedule as their kindergarten peers. Students participate in the school’s special areas and are included in all grade-level activities and field trips.
Front Desk Info from:
Records Secretary
The Registration packet is available as a fillable form. Click here: Registration Packet
Once you have completed the forms, print them and sign each page where indicated.
You may drop them off at the front office along with the following documents:
● Student’s birth certificate (I will make a copy)
● Student’s proof of immunizations
● Your proof of residence.
If you have any questions, you may email me at doswanson@pvschools.netPTO Welcome
Our One-Stop-Shop for everything related to our
PTO is located at:
FIRESIDEPTO.COM
Here you can find upcoming events, details on
volunteer positions, programs we help support,
and much more!PTO Support
School Supplies
PTO Information
● We are happy to answer any questions: President@firesidepto.com
● PTO holds 2 major fundraisers per year (Fall & Spring)
● PTO sends out a monthly newsletter and invites all FES families
to our monthly PTO meetings.
● EDUKITS for school supplies
● We love our volunteers! Support your MUSTANGS!
● Follow us on Social Media:How to Get Involved
Available positions on the PTO for the 2021-2022 school year:
★ VP-Marketing/Communication (Board Position)
○ Responsible for monthly newsletters, social media and event promotion
★ Treasurer (Board Position)
★ VP-Events (Board Position)
○ Oversee events such as Bingo Night, Movie Night, Talent Show, Kindergarten Round-up, Back to School,
Country Fair, Adults only fundraiser and any additional events as created and approved by the Executive
Board
★ Chair Positions
○ Teacher Appreciation
○ Movie Night
○ Bingo Night
○ Virtual Event Coordinator
○ Yearbook TeamQuestions??? ● Please access the Kindergarten Questions Form and all links in our presentation from our website at https://www.pvschools.net/schools/fireside-elementary/home ● Thank you for joining us!
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