2011 In Review Silver Spring
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The Auburn School
Silver Spring Campus
2011 In Review
SILVER SPRING CAMPUS The Silver Spring Campus opened in September 2010 with 5 students, adding 4 more students during the academic year to close with 9. The Admissions Office has been busy with inquiries, tours, open houses, applications, student visits and offers and the school is projected to open its second year with 20 students. In collaboration with Little Leaves Behavioral Services, the Silver Spring Campus will welcome a Pre-K/K transition class in September 2011, expanding its educational services to a wider range of children. Statistics since July 2010
205 Inquiries
135 Parent tours/visits
49 Applications for Enrollment
25 Offers for Enrollment
9 Students Enrolled for 2010-2011
8 New Students Enrolled for 2011-2012
The Auburn School Is Growing!
HERNDON CAMPUS The Herndon Campus opened in September 2009 and has more than doubled its enrollment since then. They opened 2010 with 20 students and have enrolled 6 students during the academic year. They are projected to open 2011 with 40 students. Head of School, Linnea Nelson leads a growing team of teachers, learning assistants and specialists dedicated to developing a program growing to meet the needs of its students. The Herndon Campus is adding a 9th grade class in 2011 as part of Auburn’s expansion into high school.
BALTIMORE CAMPUS The Baltimore Campus of The Auburn School will open in September 2011 in Towson, MD. Head of School, Marjorie Hoffman, is building an enthusiastic and collaborative team who will welcome a projected group of 15 students. Summer work at the Baltimore Campus includes some minor building renovation and painting in preparation for the school year.
The Auburn School Is Growing!
“I like my friends because they make me feel welcome.”
“At Auburn, I have made many new friends that have similar interests and
hobbies to mine. Auburn will definitely be a great school.”
“One thing I like a lot is how much work the teachers put into making our days
fun. I think it is important to thank the Auburn teachers.”
What Our Students Are Saying
“I like my friends because they make me feel welcome.”
“At Auburn, I have made many new friends that have similar interests and
hobbies to mine. Auburn will definitely be a great school.”
“One thing I like a lot is how much work the teachers put into making our days
fun. I think it is important to thank the Auburn teachers.”
What Our Students Are Saying
“I feel like the whole trajectory of her life (and our whole family’s) has moved
in a very positive direction since September.”
“He is alert, happy and engaged—no dragging or slumping, something that happened
through most of his previous school year. In a word, ‘Yay!’”
“Just when I thought that he would give *on his homework+ up in frustration, he said, ‘Mom, I’ve got it.
I don’t need your help anymore.’ The result was, I think, really terrific. He totally got it!”
What Our Parents Are Saying
“I feel like the whole trajectory of her life (and our whole family’s) has moved
in a very positive direction since September.”
“He is alert, happy and engaged—no dragging or slumping, something that happened
through most of his previous school year. In a word, ‘Yay!’”
“Just when I thought that he would give *on his homework+ up in frustration, he said, ‘Mom, I’ve got it.
I don’t need your help anymore.’ The result was, I think, really terrific. He totally got it!”
What Our Parents Are Saying
Curriculum
Auburn’s Curriculum Focus In All Areas is on Connections,
Perspective, and Imagination. Our goal is to integrate social thinking
and learning into academics, movement and the arts.
Perspective Imagination
Connections
Curriculum Development Auburn’s core curriculum is paired with supplementary materials
for differentiated learning. Curriculum development is ongoing
throughout the year as we assess student progress and set new
goals.
Reading and Vocabulary: Great Books, Foundation, Read Naturally,
Word Study, Lexia Learning, Reading A-Z, Novel Units, Flocabulary, Jacob’s
Ladder enrichment
Writing: Project Read, Writer’s Workshop, Kidspiration, Inspiration, Co-
Writer, Handwriting Without Tears, Typing Instructor, Cambian Learning
Modules
Math: Focus on Math (Houghton Mifflin Singapore Math), Connected
Math, Algebra, Times Attack, ALEKS online math, Excel math
Science: Foss Project Kits, Project-centered Science Study Units
Social Studies/History: K-4 Unit Studies in Americans, Communities,
Inventors, Explorers, MyGeography (online), Civics, Ancient Cultures Social Learning: Superflex, iLaugh, Be Cool and other Social Learning
Videos
Sensory Regulation: Self Regulation Thermometers, How Does My
Engine Run?
Curriculum
Special events throughout the year allowed for parent involvement
and communication and arts and sports enrichment. As our Campus
grows, we look forward to more of these opportunities for parents
and students.
Parent Involvement Made These Days Extra Special
Conference Days in November, February, and May
Speaker Series for Parents and Professionals
Teacher Appreciation Week
Concert Pianist Performance
Ballerina Workshop and Demonstration
Lacrosse Workshop and Demonstration
Events
Events
Field Experiences are designed to enhance in-class curricular studies.
This year’s field experiences were integrated with cross-subject
themes on community service, the environment and hearing.
Martha’s Table
Washington DC Zoo
Galludet University
National Gallery of Art
African Cats Movie
Art Exhibit at Barnes and
Noble
Student Enrichment Activities have developed throughout the year
and are fun, interesting activities that are also fabulous learning
opportunities. These regularly scheduled activities are part of our
routine at Auburn Silver Spring!
Fitness for Health Team Time (weekly)
Resident Artist: Dr. Maria Barbosa (bi-weekly)
Performing Arts: Ancient Studies and Wizard of Oz Play
Walk with the Head of School (Weekly)
Journey with the Artist
Enrichment Activities
Enrichment Activities
Teacher Enrichment takes place as professional development
throughout the year. Beginning with a two week summer institute for
all staff, our teachers are initiated in the “Auburn Way.” Our rigorous
training in August included Great Books, Understanding by Design,
CPR/First Aid, Curriculum Design/Planning, Authentic Assessment
and Collaborative Design.
Further training through the school year included Arts Integration
with Dr. Barbosa, a Social Thinking and Social Learning Workshop led
by Michelle Garcia Winner, as well as our weekly Wednesday
collaborative reflective inquiry, development of Compass documents,
student study team meetings, and perspective integration in the
curriculum.
Clear and consistent communication with parents is essential in any
school environment, but at Auburn we see it as uniquely central to
our mission. The communication skills and strategies we work on
each day are relevant at home in a way that math and science skills
often are not. We strive to keep you as well informed as we can
about what we are doing in the classroom so that improvement at
school translates to improvement at home. Similarly, we want to
keep open lines of communication from the home so that we can
accommodate and be prepared for changes at home that may affect
your children in school.
Communication with Parents
“Thanks for the reflection and for helping to craft bridges between home and school.” Auburn Parent
Communication with Parents
Daily Point Communication Sheets
Email Updates
Progress Notes (mid-quarterly)
Report Cards (Quarterly)
Monthly Newsletter written by students
Coffee with the Head/Parent Organization Meeting
Online Calendar accessible 24/7
News updates on classroom events online (with photos!)
“Thanks for the reflection and for helping to craft bridges between home and school.” Auburn Parent
Building New Partnerships
Imagination Stage
Volunteer Programs
Community Clubs
Yoga training
What’s Ahead in 2011-2012
Student and Staff Growth
16 Students enrolled
20-25 enrollment expected
Hiring 10 (full time and part time) new employees to join the
Silver Spring team
Aftercare will be offered
What’s Ahead in 2011-2012
The Auburn School
Silver Spring Campus
2011 In Review