The Auburn School Silver Spring Campus 2011 In Review
The Auburn Scho 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
ool 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.
What Our Stude “I like my friends because they make me feel welcome.”
“At Auburn, I have made many new friends that have similar inter hobbies to mine. Auburn will definitely be a great school.”
“One thing I like a lot is how much work the teachers put into mak fun. I think it is important to thank the Auburn teachers.”
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What Our Paren
“I feel like the whole trajectory of her l in a very positive direc
“He is alert, happy and engaged—no dragg through most of his previous
“Just when I thought that he would give *on his hom I don’t need your help anymore.’ The result
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ife (and our whole family’s) has moved ction since September.”
ging or slumping, something that happened school year. In a word, ‘Yay!’”
mework+ up in frustration, he said, ‘Mom, I’ve got it. was, I think, really terrific. He totally got it!”
Curricu
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.
Connections
Imagination
Perspective
ulum 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, CoWriter, 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?
Even 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
nts 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
National Gallery of Art
Washington DC Zoo
African Cats Movie
Galludet University
Art Exhibit at Barnes and Noble
Enrichment 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
t 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.
Communication 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.
“Thanks for the reflection and for helping to craft br
n 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!)
ridges between home and school.” Auburn Parent
What’s Ahead Building New Partnerships
Imagination Stage Volunteer Programs Community Clubs Yoga training
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
The Auburn School Silver Spring Campus 2011 In Review