August 22, 2012

 Parents,

Your child’s safety is my first priority as your principal. Due to parents and staff sharing numerous concerns over dismissal safety, I formed a Dismissal Advisory Committee to examine our practices and to look for ways to streamline and expedite the process. I cannot thank you enough to the numerous parents and staff members who shared ideas and input via email. I am impressed with this community’s commitment to working together.

 After making site visits to other campuses and considering numerous carline dismissal methods, the committee made the decision to go with a plan that required the least amount of change that also met our goals of increasing safety and expediting the process for parents. Madison Creek Elementary has the same building floor plan as JAE; therefore it made the most sense to replicate their dismissal procedures, which have been proven to be highly effective.

 These are the highlights of the new carline dismissal plan that will go into effect on Thursday afternoon:

• We are extending the loading zone from the edge of building all the way to the end of the parking area exit.
• We are adding an additional loading lane to the front of the school. Cars will circle single-file around the back of the school using the right lane until you turn into the front of the school. Then you will split into two lanes for loading.
• 35-40 cars will load at once, then the next 35-40 cars will move into position and we will repeat this process until all car riders are dismissed.
• Parents are asked when they pull into the loading zone to turn off their engine and to discontinue cell phone usage.

• Students will walk in a line the entire length of the sidewalk loading as they see their car. A teacher per grade level (6 total) will walk with kids reminding students to load when they see their car.
• Parents remain in cars. When all cars are loaded, parents will be signaled to move.
• 5 staff members will be in the middle in between cars to ensure safety. They will be holding a red sign telling cars to stop for loading "Stop. Park. Phones Off" and a green sign to tell cars they may "Go, Proceed with Caution” when students are loaded and the line is ready to move.
• When cars move, students step off the side walk into the grass for safety. 
• After cars move and new cars are in position, students will "about face" and walk back the entire length of the carline. They will load when they see their parents as they pass by in the opposite direction. Students will walk back the entire length of the sidewalk and turn by the A hallway and wait for cars to move.  
• We anticipate 4 or 5 passes by cars/loading and carline will be finished.
• We are asking that parents no longer park and walk up. No other school in Sumner County allows this practice and we do not have staff available to make this process safe for your child. This was the most unsafe procedure that we had in place and we feel that the speed of the carline will meet the needs of parents who have appointments. Additionally, by having double lanes the front parking area will be completely blocked.
• We are asking parents to write the grade level on their green sign in their car window with their child’s name. This way if a child passes by the car and doesn’t see you, we can radio for that child.
• The first entrance to Shutes Lane will be blocked off as an exit only. All cars will enter from the second entrance.
• The Buses will use the outside (left) lane and cars will use the inside (right) lane. This will eliminate the need for bus traffic to cross in the back of the school. Cars will be single lane until they turn in the front of the school- double lanes will only be in the front of the school.
• Inclement weather plan - all car riders will be held inside the front foyer and called via radio to load. Parents stay in their cars and we bring the students to you loading 35-40 cars at a time. We encourage students to use raincoats and umbrellas.

The Dismissal Advisory Committee was committed to adopt a dismissal plan that we felt is in the best interest of our students and families. We will be revisiting dismissal procedures throughout the year to look for ways to improve the process for next year. Thank you for working with us to make this plan successful! We encourage parents to consider utilizing the bus services that are available for every student. A new “Peaceful School Bus” program is in place this year on our buses. As a reminder, Thursday is kindergarten’s first full day, and we ask your patience as we load them into cars for the first time. J          

2012-2013 Dismissal Advisory Committee

Dr. Ashley Aldridge, Principal                                Mrs. Rachelle Phelps, Staff & Parent                     Mrs. Elizabeth White, Parent

Mrs. Kelly Parker, Kindergarten & Parent             Mrs. Tasha Freels, Parent                                       Mrs. Denise Stewart, Parent

Ms. Amy Wiseman, 1^st Grade & Parent                  Mrs. Erin Hutton, 3^rd Grade & Parent                     Mrs. Jill Moore, Parent

Mrs. Erin Thurston, Parent & PTO President         Mrs. Carolyn Lassiter, Former JAE Principal & Grandparent

K-2 Parent Night is August 28th, 6-7 PM.

3-5 Parent Night is August 30th, 6-7PM.

Meet in the gym for Olweus Kick Off! Then you will be dimissed to visit with your child's teacher in the classroom.

Great things are happening at Jack Anderson Elementary! Our students continue to SOAR, and JAE ranks as one of Sumner County's TOP elementary schools for its academic achievement. It is my privilege and JOY to serve your family. On behalf of our excellent teaching faculty, I want to welcome each of you to another school year!

Our PTO has planned many activities to engage your family in the life of our school. I encourage you to actively get involved. There are opportunities for all families. I look forward to partnering with you. 

Dr. Ashley Aldridge, Principal
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2012-2012 JAE SUPPLY LISTS

PER STUDENT FEES: REGISTRATION $45, RELATED ARTS $45

PER FAMILY: PTO $10 
Although fees are optional, we greatly appreciate this community's ongoing financial support that makes JAE a School of Academic Excellence! Thank you for the numerous hours you volunteer to support our school. Please sign up to volunteer at registration.

Kindergarten Supply

2 boxes of 24 crayola crayons in regular colors

two #2 pencils

2 bottles of Dab 'n Stic glue (available at JAE for purchase)

1 large box of Kleenex

2 dry erase markers

1 set of watercolor paints

2 boxes of baby wipes

1 roll of paper towels

1 pair of blunt tip Fiskars scissors

computer headphones - no ear buds

one back pack with no wheels large enough to hold a 9"x12" folder

First Grade

1 book bag-no wheels

1 package of #2 Ticonderoga pencils

2 boxes of 24 count Crayola Crayons

1 pair of fiskar blunt tip scissors

1 bottle of Elmer's glue (4 oz)

1 small plastic school box

1 roll of paper towels

1 large box of Kleenes

 2 dab n' Stic school glue (available for purchase at bookstore )

5 plastic folders with pockets/prongs-(blue,red,yellow,orange,green)

2- 70 page wide ruled spiral notebook

1 box of band-aids

8 count box of Crayola Markers

headphones for computer lab

Girls: babywipes, 2 fine tip Expo Markers, 1 8 oz. bottle of hand sanitizer

Boys: Clorox wipes, 2 blunt tip Expo markers, 1 pack of Sharpies

Second Grade Supply List

4 oz. elmer's glue

1 package of incentive stickers

4 glue sticks

24 #2 wood pencils sharpened

headphones for computer lab

1 Fiskar's scissors (child's pointed)

1 roll of paper towels

2 canisters of Clorox Wipes

2 - 70 count spiral notebooks

1 backpack or bookbag -no wheels

1 small plastic school box-no large boxes

8 pocked and pronged folders: 2 red, 2 blue, 2 green, 2 yellow please do not write names on folders

 1 box quart size Ziploc bags,

1 regular size hand sanitizer

1 package of red pens 
1 bottle antibacterial hand soap
2  boxes of 24 count crayons

1 box Kleenex

4 tennis balls (1canister)

4 big EXPO dry erase markers chisel tip

1 box band-aids

Third grade supply list
1 1/2" 3 ring binder with clear plastic sleeves on front (Nothing smaller than 1 1/2" please)
8-2 pocket Plastic folders with clasps: 2 red, 2 blue, 2 green, 2 yellow (Please do not write nanes on folders)
1 - one subject spiral notebook, wide ruled
2 packages of notebook paper, 200 count, wide ruled only
1 pair Fiskars scissors
2 large or 4 small glue sticks
1 package EXPO dry erase markers, wide tip
1 package red ball-point pens (8-12 count)
2 packages of #2 pencils
1 package cap erasers or 1 rectangular eraser
1 box colored pencils (Crayola Twistables)
1 box of 16-24 count crayons
1 small pencil box
1 large box of tissues
1 roll of paper towels
1 large container of Clorox wipes
headphones
back pack no wheels
1 package of
ultiplication flash cards (facts 0-12)
4 tennis balls
1 package yellow highlighters
1 gallon size Zip lock bags,1 large bottle of hand sanitizer - Boys
1 quart size Zip-lock bags, 1 box of bandaids - Girls
Please no mechanical pencils, no large boxes of crayons and no large school boxes

Fourth grade supply list

Texas Instruments TI-15 Explorer Calculator

1 red and 1 blue -two pocket solid colored folder with brads

1 composition book

1 pair of child's scissors-sharp pointed

2 glue sticks-white

3 packs of #2 pencils

1 box of colored pencils

1 pencil bag

2 boxes of kleenex

1 student back pack (must fit into locker)

1 pack of Expo dry erase markers

2 rolls of paper towels

1 container of disinfecting wipes

headphones

1 hand pencil sharpener

2 packs of wide ruled notebook paper

4 tennis balls- new or used

 Boys: 1 box of gallon sized Ziploc bags

Girls: 1 box of quart sized Ziploc bags

Fifth grade supply list

back pack no larger than 29 in. high,12 in. wide, no wheels

2 inch heavy duty binder (no zipper)

 1 inch hard-bound binders

3 packages wide lined, loose leaf notebook paper

composition book

2- one subject Wide ruled spiral notebook - holepunched to fit in 3 ring binder

10 dividers for binders with pockets

package of pencils (no mechanical)

1-12 pack Crayola colored pencils

10 pack washable markers

5 pocket folders with brads

4 small Elmer glue sticks- clear or white

package of red pens

1 hand held pencil sharpener with cover

1 3 ring zippered pouch  to hold pencils, pens, etc.

1 large box of tissues

1 roll of paper towels

1 large or two small Lysol/Clorox anti-bacterial wipes

1 Texas Instrument TI-15 Explorer Calculator (same one they used in 4th grade)

2 Expo Original Ink dry erase markers (no yellow)

3 pack of sticky Post-it notes 3 inch X 3 inch

headphones in a bag with name labeled on bag

 
Our Beliefs

• Students are valued as unique individuals.
  
• All students deserve to learn in a caring, safe, and structured environment
• A well-rounded education includes fine arts, technology instruction, physical education, and character development.
• Effective education is a collaborative effort involving home, school, and community.

Our Mission

• The mission of Jack Anderson Elementary is to create a solid educational foundation where students master their academic skills in a safe and orderly environment thus enabling them to be independent and responsible, to have a desire to learn, and to become productive citizens.

Our Vision

• We envision a school where all students are empowered with self-confidence and possess a positive attitude toward education, fueled by a desire to learn.