First Grade Scarecrows

Mrs. Proffer's Teacher of the Year 2016

Southeast School was proud to honor Mrs. Denise Proffer on Tuesday evening, November 10, 2015 at the Bushnell Theatre in Hartford. She was recognized, along with 104 other teachers, across the state for her Mansfield Teacher of the Year award. It was a joyous and meaningful night filled with exceptional educators and inspiring energy. 

Award winning program

On Monday, November 9th, several Southeast Staff members were recognized at the CAS (Connecticut Association of Schools) Excellence in Education banquet. Our Savory Samples event was selected among 24 other programs in the state. We are thrilled for the recognition. In the photo below are:  Mrs. Carr, Mrs. Proffer, Senora Hutton, and Mrs. Lennon. 

Mrs. Lennon's Celebration

Mrs. Andrea Lennon - Anne Marie Murphy Paraeducator of the Year for Mansfield Schools

Mrs. Lennon was awarded a special recognition from Drs. Barzee and Rodriguez in Meriden, CT on October 1, 2015. Mrs. Rodriguez and Mrs. Lennon were inspired by the special speeches about the role of paraeducators for all students, but specifically special needs students. Thank you, Mrs. Lennon, and all our Mansfield paraeducators for the work you do each day for our students.  

Fire Prevention Day at Southeast

This past Tuesday, all Southeast students (pre-K through Grade 4) participated in meaningful activities and lessons with the Mansfield Fire Department and EMS. Take a look at some recent photos of our great day. And special thanks to our local EMS and fire fighters!!!  They were amazing with our students. 

First Star Student Luncheon

Every month, a select group of 2 students per classroom will be recognized as the Star Student. As part of the K-4 recognition, student eat lunch with Mrs. Rodriguez, listen to a story, and earn a pencil and certificate.  Students photos are also taken and displayed in the foyer for approximately 1 month. We use our Eagle Expectations to help guide decisions for who is selected.  Our philosophy is that all students get recognized 1 time during the school year for the many wonderful things they do each day! 

Class Meeting

Here is a photo of Mrs. Villar's class during Class Meeting yesterday.  Students created a conversation web.  This week students are practicing greeting one another and created class expectations throughout the school.  Be sure to ask your child what they are learning about, too!

Welcome Back!

I hope you have enjoyed a restful summer!  Everyone at Southeast has been awaiting your children's return - we are all excited for our first day back to school.  Our first day of school is tomorrow for our K - 4 students,  Wednesday, August 26.  Our preschool program starts on Thursday.

I hope you are able to join us for our opening ceremony beginning around 9 am tomorrow morning on the playscape.  Plan for approximately 20 minutes and be a part of our exciting march into school by lining the path with your cheers and applause around 9:25 am.

One of our new initiatives this year is our entry into Responsive Classroom.  Your children will participate in a class meeting each day for approximately 25 minutes.  During this time, they will be invited to learn pro-social skills (like greeting a friend, being kind to others, and expressing gratitude.).  Teachers will plan lessons based on the unique strengths and needs in each class.  We look forward to sharing our work with you.

It's going to be a great year! Please keep in touch with your child's teacher to ensure academic and social success.  We are all part of the team.  And, as always, feel free to contact me at any time.

 

Jumpathon by the Golden Eagles

It's a fantastic time of year to celebrate! Our Golden Eagles are a group of self-started "do gooders" who want to make Southeast School an awesome place. Their goal has been to promote our Eagle Expectations on the playground. They meet at lunchtime to plan their next steps. The students created a fundraiser for Gina's Friends at Windham Hospital-a jump roping event. Everyone had a blast. I'm so proud of this unique group of students.  They raised over $280 that evening!  Special thanks to our teachers, Mrs. Burnham and Mrs. Proffer, who facilitate the committee. 

Horizon Wings Assembly

As a school wide celebration for a great year adhering to our new Eagle Expectations(respect, responsibility and safety) we invited the Horizon Wings Raptor Rehibilitation Team to showcase some their amazing raptors. We even had the opportunity to see a Bald Eagle (Atka) and a Golden Eagle (Chrysos).  The pride in the Eagles is breathtaking. Below is a picture of a Northern Saw-whet Owl named Sprite.  The students were mesmerized with the show. As proof of our excellent behaviors, the founding director of the program commented that we were one of greatest groups she has ever worked with! Special thanks to Mrs Irvine for organizing the program and to Mrs. Cooley for the great idea.

Suzuki celebration

Congratulations to our students who successfully completed a year of Suzuki instruction. The students were dazzled with the annual Suzuki tour this past week. We were so pleased with everyone's performance. Katarina and Amanda stole the show with their special performance. And we were thoroughly impressed with our middle school orchestra, and the various Sukuki performers from Vinton and Goodwin. Super job to our fantastic students and teachers! 

Screen-free Week Talent Show and Pajama Day

Tri-school Basketball Game

What a fabulous night we had tonight celebrating our three Mansfield elementary schools.  While Southeast didn't win the golden shoe, we went 1-1 and had 31 points total and looked really good!  But the showstopper was the Southeast Drum Line!  So much hard work went into the performance. Take a look at some of the awesome photos! Great job to everyone involved in making tonight such a huge success. 

Science Fair and Invention Convention

We are so proud of our scientists!  We had 78 projects this year!  Awesome work to all involved...and to our Southeast Inventors who are moving on to the State competition-Onalysse Behan, Athavan Balakumar, Akosua Hansen, and Henry Christenson-Congratulations and good luck!

Meet an Inventor

To help inspire ideas for our upcoming Invention Convention, inventor Mr. Peter Leibfried came to Southeast today to speak at lunches to interested students. Mr. Leibfried worked with students to show the creative process of finding ideas of things to improve, the importance of careful data collection, and trial and error. What a great experience for the students. Thank you Mrs. Irvine for providing this valuable experience for the students. 

Read Across America Day!!

What a great Monday we had yesterday as we celebrated Dr. Suess's birthday!  Children (and adults) wore some awesome hats, we had some guest readers, a visit from The Cat in the Hat, and a time to drop everything and READ!!