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Wednesday, August 11 – 17: Teacher Planning Days Wednesday, August 18: First Day of School SEPTEMBER

Monday, September 6: Schools Closed Tuesday, September 7: Schools Closed Thursday, September 16: Schools Closed OCTOBER

Tuesday, October 19: Early Release Day, End of 1st Quarter Wednesday, October 20: Teacher Planning Day – No School for Students NOVEMBER

Thursday, November 11: Schools Closed Monday, November 22 – Friday, November 26: Thanksgiving Week – Schools Closed DECEMBER

Monday, December 20 – Friday, December 31: Winter Break – Schools Closed JANUARY

Monday, January 10: Early Release Day, End of 2nd Quarter Tuesday, January 11: Teacher Planning Day – No School for Students Monday, January 17: Schools Closed FEBRUARY

Monday, February 14: Early Release Day – “A Day of Service and Love” Monday, February 21: Schools Closed MARCH

Thursday, March 17: Early Release Day, End of 3rd Quarter Friday, March 18: Teacher Planning Day – No School for Students Monday, March 21 – Friday, March 25: Spring Break – Schools Closed Monday, March 28: Teacher Planning Day – No School for Students APRIL

Thursday, April 14: Early Release Day Friday, April 15: Schools Closed MAY

Monday, May 30: Schools Closed JUNE

Thursday, June 9: Early Release Day/Last Day of School Friday, June 10: Teacher Planning Day HURRICANE MAKE-UP DAYS:

INFORMATION CURRENT AS OF 7/15/21. VISIT WWW.BROWARDSCHOOLS.COM FOR UPDATES. FACEBOOK.COM/BROWARDSCHOOLS.

CORAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CORAL SPRINGS K-8 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

COUNTRY HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

EAGLE RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL: Lindsey Sierra WEBSITE: eagleridge.browardschools.com 11500 Westview Dr., Coral Springs, FL 33076 PH: 754-322-6300, HOURS: 8:00am-2:00pm FOREST HILLS

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL: Barbara Rothman WEBSITE: foresthills.browardschools.com 3100 NW 85 Ave., Coral Springs, FL 33065 PH: 754-322-6400, HOURS: 7:50am - 1:50pm

HERON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL: Mrs. Weiss-Schnur WEBSITE: browardschools.com/heronheights 11010 Nob Hill, Parkland, FL 33076 PH: 754-322-9150, HOURS: 8:00am-2:00pm

IMAGINE CHARTER at BROWARD

JAMES J. HUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL: Rendolyn Amaker WEBSITE: hunt.browardschools.com 7800 NW 35 Ct., Coral Springs, FL 33065 PH: 754-322-6500, HOURS: 8:00am-2:00pm MAPLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL: Leena R. Itty WEBSITE: Maplewood.browardschools.com 9850 Ramblewood Dr., Coral Springs, FL 33071 PH: 754-322-6850, HOURS: 8:00am-2:00pm

PARK SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL: Denise Hanson WEBSITE: parksprings.browardschools.com 5800 NW 66 Terr., Coral Springs, FL 33067 PH: 754-322-7750, HOURS: 7:45am-1:45pm

PARKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL: Laneia Hall WEBSITE: parkside.browardschools.com 10257 NW 29 St., Coral springs, FL 33065 PH: 754-322-7850, HOURS: 8:00am-2:00pm

PARK TRAILS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL: Arlene Manville WEBSITE: Parktrails.browardschools.com 10700 Trails End, Parkland, FL 33076 PH: 754-322-7800, HOURS: 8:15am-2:15pm

RAMBLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL: Dacyany Ibarrondo WEBSITE: ramblewoodelem.browardschools.com 8950 Shadowwood Blvd., Coral Springs, FL 33071 PH: 754-322-8150, HOURS: 8:00am-2:00pm

RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL OF CORAL SPRINGS

RIVERGLADES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL: Joanne Seltzer WEBSITE: Riverglades.browardschools.com 7400 Parkside Dr., Parkland, FL 33076 PH: 754-322-8200, HOURS: 8:00am-2:00pm

RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL: Sabrina Sheib WEBSITE: riverside.browardschools.com 11450 Riverside Dr., Coral Springs, FL 33071 PH: 743-322-8250, HOURS: 8:00am-2:00pm SOMERSET PARKLAND ACADEMY

WESTCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL: Melissa Geraine WEBSITE: browardschools.com/westchester 12405 Royal Palm Blvd., Coral Springs, FL 33065 PH: 754-322-8900, HOURS: 8:00am-2:00pm

CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS CHARTER

CORAL SPRINGS K-8 MIDDLE SCHOOL

CORAL SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL: Sara La Rosa WEBSITE: coralspringsmiddle.browardschools.com 10300 W. Wiles Rd., Coral Springs, FL 33076 PH: 754-322-3000, HOURS: 9:30am-4:00pm

FOREST GLEN MIDDLE SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL: Melissa Gurreonero WEBSITE: forestglen.browardschools.com 6501 Turtle Run blvd., Coral Springs, FL 33067 PH: 754-322-3400, HOURS: 9:35am-4:05pm

IMAGINE MIDDLE SCHOOL AT BROWARD

RAMBLEWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL: Andrew Kirk WEBSITE: browardschools.com/ramblewoodmid 8505 W. Atlantic Blvd., Coral Springs, FL 33071 PH: 754-322-4300, HOURS: 9:15am-3:45pm

SOMERSET PARKLAND ACADEMY

RENAISSANCE CHARTER OF CORAL SPRINGS

SAWGRASS SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL: James Cecil WEBSITE: browardschools.com/ssm 12500 W. Sample Rd., Coral Springs, FL 33065 PH: 754-322-4500 HOURS: 9:15am-3:45pm

WESTGLADES MIDDLE SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL: Matthew Bianchi WEBSITE: Westgladesmiddle.com 11000 Holmberg Rd., Parkland, FL 33076 PH: 754-322-4800 HOURS: 9:15am-3:45pm CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS CHARTER HIGH

CORAL GLADES HIGH SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL: Dr. Mark J. Kaplan WEBSITE: browardschools.com/coralglades 2700 Sportsplex Drive, Coral Springs, 33065 PH: 754-322-1250 HOURS: 7:40am – 2:40pm

CORAL SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL: Vivian C. Suarez WEBSITE: browardschools.com/coralspringshigh 7201 W. Sample Rd., Coral Springs, FL 33065 PH: 754-322-0500 HOURS: 7:40am-2:40pm JP TARAVELLA HIGH SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL: Mary DeArmas WEBSITE: taravella.browardschools.com 10600 Riverside Dr., Coral Springs, FL 33071 PH: 754-322-2300 HOURS: 7:40am-2:40pm 2019 SCHOOL GRADE: C

MARJORY STONEMAN DOUGLAS HIGH SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL: Michelle Kefford WEBSITE: douglashigh.browardschools.com 5901 Pine Island Rd., Parkland, FL 33076 PH: 754-322-2150, HOURS: 7:40am-2:40pm

We hope everyone in the Ram Family had a restful summer and enjoyed quality family time! We’re excited to start the 2021-22 school year with our theme “Building Back Better” and welcoming back our students, as we are building from the ground up after the COVID-19 Pandemic. As we welcome back all our students, we will focus on providing an experience like no other to bring back a sense of normalcy to our campus! We will begin with creating warm classrooms that not only prioritize academics, but also build on social emotional lessons to support students as they adjust from remote to traditional learning. We will see each challenge as an opportunity for innovation. Parents are invited to attend Open House, dates are tentative.

We welcome parents and members of the community to volunteer wherever needed. In order to volunteer or chaperone a field trip in a Broward County Public School, you must be cleared by the district. Please fill out the application on the link provided and make sure you do it within enough time for the application to be processed, which may take several days. http://browardschools.com/getinvolved/application-note

We would also like for our parents to become members of our PTO. If interested to volunteer at any school event, please reach out to our volunteer coordinator at Volunteer@ramblewoodpto.com

The Raider Nation is very excited to welcome back our students face-to-face after a challenging yet successful year of hybrid learning. Despite the difficulties that came with hybrid learning the Raider Nation was able to successfully compete in Drama, Debate, Band, and Athletic competitions and shine. This is a true testament to the dedication of the students, athletes, parents, and the whole Raider Nation. Last year our athletes really stepped up and competed at the highest levels. Our boys’ basketball team competed in the County Championship and placed 2nd overall. A group of 8th grade students represented Ramblewood Track and Field by competing at the County level in long jump, high jump and hurdles and all placing. We also had 6 students who earned All-State Honors in Band and 4 students for All-State Chorus as well. The Bullseye Club Ramblewood Debate won over 40 medals at competition and placed in the top three in three different events in the County Championship for speech and debate. The Drama Department was able to think out of the box and present a virtual performance of “The Great Divide! A Very Crunchy Musical!! Along with bringing home 10 Superiors, 7 Excellences, and a Superior and State Selected One Act!

As we look forward to this coming school year please be on the lookout for Open

By: Alan Russo, 7th/ 8thGrade Social Studies Teacher & Courtney Johnson 7th Intensive Reading Teacher House which will take place on August 31st, 2021 at 6:30 PM. Parents and students will have an opportunity to visit the school, find their classrooms, and meet their teachers. Our teachers and staff are excited to welcome our newest Raiders, our incoming 6th graders, and all our returning Raiders! The theme this year for the Raider Nation is MISSION: IM’POSSIBLE where our students will be able to set and achieve their goals. The Raider Nation will be implementing Social and Emotional Learning school wide and look forward to building a strong foundation with our students and staff. As part of our new School Wide Behavior Plan and Incentives Ramblewood Middle will have Raider PRIDE (Be Prepared, Be Respectful, Have Integrity, Have Determination, and Be Excellent) which will allow students to earn positive incentives. Parents and students can become involved in the various clubs and athletics offered at the Raider Nation at our website browardschools.com/ramblewoodmid. Parents interested in becoming involved in our wonderful PTO can contact the following email address for more information, rmspto@ramblewoodmiddlepto.com or parents may join us for our monthly School Advisory Counsel that takes place every third Thursday of the month at 8:15 AM in our schools media center.

Students often experience gaps in their learning when a particular concept or subject taught in school was not fully understood. Here’s why learning gaps are a problem – and how to fix them!

When talking about learning gaps, it’s important to understand how they form. Learning is based on educational building blocks (in the sense that new knowledge “builds” upon previous concepts that have been taught). Teachers have to cover a lot of content each year, and sometimes the class needs to move on to the next chapter. If a student didn’t really “get it” – there’s a good chance that any future concepts that rely on understanding this knowledge are going to be even more difficult to grasp. This is how learning gaps begin to form.

Learning gaps have always been common in education, but the last year has been especially difficult for students. The transition to online learning has been a lot tougher on some students than others, and unfortunately this has led to an increase in learning gaps. The issue is compounded for students who were let out from school early in 2020, with some experiencing over 6 months of “down time” before starting virtual classes in the fall. This “COVID slide” compounded existing learning gaps that have always existed.

One of the biggest challenges when it comes to addressing learning gaps is that students themselves are not always aware of why they are struggling. As a result, identifying learning gaps should be the first step any tutor or academic coach takes in order to create an individualized plan for the student moving forward.

In general, the best way to address learning gaps is simple – go back and revisit the areas that need extra work. Although this seems like an obvious answer, remember that learning gaps form because students are often forced to “move on” with their class’s pace, regardless of whether or not they have gained a firm understanding of the concept being taught. Tutors have the unique ability to go back and revisit previous topics and subjects that weren’t clear, working one on one at the student’s pace. As the student gains clarity into concepts that were not understood previously, the gaps in their learning will gradually begin to close.

In summary, we’d recommend taking a three-step approach when dealing with learning gaps: • Understand why learning gaps form. • Identify specific gaps in the student’s learning. • Work with a teacher, tutor, or academic coach and revisit previous material.

Once learning gaps begin to close, students often see huge improvements in both their grades as well as their overall attitude towards academics. Learning is constantly about moving forward and building upon previous knowledge, so it’s incredibly important for students to have a firm academic foundation in all subjects.

Tutor Doctor South Fort Lauderdale provides one-to-one in-home and online tutoring for all ages and all subjects. We meet students where they are, to get them where they need to go. Contact us today to schedule your free in-home consultation (954) 440-5544 https://www.tutordoctor.com/ftl .

Park Trails Elementary is proud to announce the addition of a STEAM program to our extraordinary Specials program. STEAM Education is an approach to learning that uses Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics. Students are encouraged to take risks, engage in experiential learning, persist in problem solving, embrace collaboration, and work through the creative process to become innovators, educators, and lifelong learners. These 21st Century learners use collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, and communication each day in the STEAM program. We look forward to welcoming all our families in August. It’s full STEAM ahead here at Park Trails!

CODE NINJAS Kids aged 7–14 learn to code while building games they love! Kids love technology, games, and having fun with friends. Parents want to give their kids the best and brightest future possible. Everyone wins at Code Ninjas. Our students progress through an engaging 9 belt game-based coding curriculum that teaches teamwork, logic, math, and problem solving. Kids gain vital STEM skills while having a blast. After school drop-ins, Parents Night Out, Camps and Parties available! Locations in Cooper City, Coral Springs, Plantation and our newest location in Weston. (954) 399-7000. www.CodeNinjas.com.

THE CODER SCHOOL Coding and Robotics program for kids Ages 5-18. Game development, website building, robotics, AI and everything technology with a concentration on building logic, math and problem solving. theCoderSchool combines a super-small teaching ratio with an individualized immersion style to get your kids learning to code in no time! We don’t believe in kids being taught by software, and we don’t like one-size-fits-all curriculum. Instead we focus on a mentor relationship with experienced coders, Code Coaches who can guide our students through their amazing technical journey. Find out more today! Located in Coral Springs! (954) 281-5588. Coralsprings.theCoderschool.com. Parents Night Out, Camps and Birthday Parties available!

PSYCHOLOGIST DR. DAVID YUDELL DR. DAVID YUDELL & ASSOCIATES, LICENSED CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY. Our private practice office is available for confidential and professional help. All individual, couples, families and/or groups are welcome. We specialize in children, adults and families, offering educational testing as well as therapeutic services. Services include educational testing such as GIFTED PLACEMENT, ADD & ADHD, ACT & SAT accommodations, academic deficits, learning disabilities and behavioral problems. We also offer help for those dealing with stress, grief & loss, anxiety, sleep disorders, OCD, substance abuse, fears & phobias or depression. Please call our office to discuss your needs. We are conveniently located in Coral Springs, and Plantation. (954) 288-9393. www.DrYudell.com.

BROWARD COLLEGE The Dual Enrollment Program at Broward College is an accelerated program that allows eligible public/charter, private high school and homeschool education students to earn high school and college credits at the same time, saving both time and money! For more information visit: www.broward.edu/dual.

BROWARD COLLEGE Children, families and society benefit from high quality early education programs that encourage advancement of intellectual, physical, emotional and social development. The Early Childhood Demonstration Laboratory School at Broward College North Campus provides a high quality, safe, affordable learning environment that ensures a handson, developmentally appropriate curriculum for children one to five years of age. As an approved Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) site, a participant with Early Learning Coalition of Broward County and the Children’s Services Council, our curriculum, The Creative Curriculum®, is aligned with research-based standards and expectations of the national Head Start Program and the Broward County Public School system. For more information on your child becoming a Seahawk Scholar, call (954) 201-2440.

NORTH BROWARD PREPARATORY SCHOOL North Broward Preparatory School is an extraordinary community of learners and has been educating, empowering and inspiring day and residential students since 1957. We think beyond traditional education to transform learning and provide unique learning experiences outside of the classroom. Our students are immersed in a multi-cultural community and have the confidence to influence beyond borders. Contact: Office of Admissions, (954) 247-0179. 7660 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek 33073. www.nbps.org

HERFF JONES OF BROWARD COUNTY Herff Jones of Broward County / Chuck Puleri & Associates. We specialize in High School Rings, Championship Rings, Caps, Gowns, Tassels, Cords, Graduation Announcements, Graduate Name Cards, Thank You Notes, Class Year Merchandise, and more. Call for more info at (954) 693-0006. We are conveniently located in the heart of Broward County on State Road 84 between Pines Island Rd. & University Dr. at 8230 West State Road 84, Davie 33324. If you prefer online shopping, please visit us via our website www.HJBroward.com.

BROWARD COLLEGE Nationally recognized by the Aspen Institute as a “Top 10 College,” Broward College (BC) offers the most affordable higher education in South Florida to help you achieve your academic and career goals. A respected trailblazer, BC was the first, and remains the largest, institution of higher education in Broward County. For more information, call (954) 201-2240 or email north-admissions@broward.edu.

NORTH BROWARD PREPARATORY SCHOOL North Broward Preparatory School is an extraordinary community of learners and has been educating, empowering and inspiring day and residential students since 1957. We think beyond traditional education to transform learning and provide unique learning experiences outside of the classroom. Our students are immersed in a multi-cultural community and have the confidence to influence beyond borders. Contact: Office of Admissions, (954) 247-0179 or email admissions@nbps.org. 7600 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek 33073. www.nbps.org.

PARKLAND LIBRARY READING BUDDIES (K–5TH GRADE) Sessions held on Mondays from 3:30pm to 4:30pm. Would your child benefit from a Reading Buddy? When younger students read with older students, literacy skills are developed in an enjoyable manner. The Parkland Juniorettes are high school girls dedicated to making a difference. This group has partnered with the Parkland Library to help younger students with reading. Building partnerships between our high-achieving high school students and elementary-age children is an excellent way to reinforce lifelong reading success. (Note: On the Mondays that school is closed Reading Buddies will not meet.) Registration is not required; just meet at the desk in the center of the library. Visit www.cityofparkland.org/library or call (954) 757-4207.

PARKLAND LIBRARY STORYTIME CLASSES Please visit www.cityofparkland.org/library for story time class schedules and registration dates. Your Parkland Library card is required in order to register. Registration is limited to one class per child. • BOOKS AND BABIES: (9–23 months with adult). This is an early literacy class that creates sound and print awareness and their relationship through the use of toys, puzzles and books. • TODDLER TALES STORYTIME: (24 months–3 ½ yrs, child must be accompanied by an adult). This early literacy class establishes the relationship between letters and sounds, sign identification, and provides early phonemic awareness. This is accomplished through stories, music, rhymes, and games. • PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: (3–5-years old unaccompanied by adult). In this class, preschool age children will enhance phonemics, direction, verbal and written cues, motor skills and literacy links through stories, songs, finger plays, flannel boards and crafts. New themes are presented each week. • ROOKIE READERS: (Kindergarten–2nd Grade). This class combines stories, poems and crafts to make a fun library experience. It encourages entertaining, independent reading. NORTHWEST REGIONAL LIBRARY 3151 University Drive, Coral Springs. (954) 357-7990. Our hours of operation are: Monday–Wednesday 10:00am – 8:00pm, ThursdaySunday 10:00am – 6:00pm. Call for children reading programs and activities. STORYTIME: For ages 3–5 years – Every Wednesday 10:30am – 11:15am. Storytime meets, for ages 12–24 months – Every Tuesday 11:30am – 12:30pm. Storytime meets for ages 3–11 months – Every Tuesday 10:30am – 11:15am.

TUTOR DOCTOR SOUTH FORT LAUDERDALE Tutor Doctor provides one-to-one in-home and online tutoring for all ages and all subjects. We meet students where they are, to get them where they need to go. We believe that learning is not a one-size-fitsall proposition. Education should be customized for each student, and supplementary education in a one-to-one environment is essential for most students to excel in their academics. Tutors meet with students to give them the personal attention they need, in an environment in which they are most comfortable. Learning is easier when a student is home, learning at their pace, and on their terms. This is how we empower students to achieve their full potential. With Tutor Doctor, your child is embarking on a journey that will not only provide them with the educational building blocks they need to succeed but will help shape the very person they become. Along this path they will experience triumphs and challenges, both in school and in their personal lives. Whether that’s discovering who they are, making new friends, or experiencing their first heartbreak, each journey is unique. Contact us today to schedule your free in-home consultation (954) 440-5544. www.tutordoctor.com/FTL.

Riverglades is excited to welcome back our staff, students, families, and community partners for the 2021-2022 school year! This year our theme is “Back on Track for Success” and we are ready for the journey!

Over the past year and a half, we have been through many changes. As a school, community, and world at large, we have faced many challenges and obstacles. However, true to the spirit of who we are, the Riverglades community triumphed. Although school as we knew it had to be restructured in new, unfamiliar, and even uncomfortable ways many times over the last year and a half, the Riverglades community came together to ensure that our students had a safe, productive, and engaging learning environment. Despite the circumstances, our teachers and staff continued to give their best efforts while coping with the new normal to ensure that our students thrived. And thrive they did! Even with social distancing guidelines and fewer extracurricular activities, our students developed strong relationships with classmates and teachers and created special memories. Additionally, our fifth graders still enjoyed a few end-of-year festivities and ended their elementary school experience with a fun and personal Carmencement parade. Through it all, our students remained positive and worked hard to make the school year worthwhile.

Last year our theme was “Stronger Together Even Though We Have To Be Apart” and it rang true. No matter if we were, fully online, hybrid, in person or home on quarantine, our Riverglades community came together to ensure that our students were afforded the best possible education. Though it was not easy, we learned that we could handle anything that comes our way. The Life Skills that we teach our students as a core part of our Riverglades school culture, grew not only in our students but in all of us as well. With our experiences last year, we’ve gained new perspective, grew in patience, and developed perseverance. Riverglades students, teachers, staff, and families demonstrated true grit -more than we ever knew we had. Now, we are truly stronger than ever before.

That’s why we are geared up for an amazing school year. We know that together with hard work, commitment, understanding and flexibility, we can blaze a trail in whatever path lies ahead. We are ready to continue the work we have been doing with an even more focused eye so that we can close any gaps that our students may have due to the pandemic.

Join us for our Meet and Greet on August 17 for a brief introduction to your child’s teacher and a preliminary look at the 2021-2022 school year. Details will be sent out in a Parent Link. We are looking forward to seeing everyone there to kick off the opening of another great school year. Whatever lies ahead, we know that our Riverglades community is ready. We are excited for the new school year and are “Back on Track for Success!” All Aboard!