NSO Weekly May 13-18

Hey all, see the link for the NSO Weekly May 13-18 We hope everyone had a wonderful Mother's Day weekend! Monday is instructional day #61 of 83 or 74% of the semester is complete. Short week ahead as all EIPS schools are closed May 16-20. Next Step Motto: Small steps are still progress! We appreciate the opportunity to engage, interact, and support all families. Our Next Step vision is to create a community of learners who embody the virtues of acceptance, flexibility, individualization, respect, and responsibility. We are excited you are part of our alternative learning environment. Reminder: High School students are required to check in and meet with their instructor(s) weekly.

Moosehide Campaign walk to end violence against women and children

On Tuesday, May 14 we will be conducting a joint campus activity in Sherwood Park supporting the national Moosehide Campaign.

11:00: SPO/FSO staff, students and families start the walk

11:30: Staff and students arrive back at SPO and go to SAL cafeteria where Individual smudge will be provided, as well as refreshments.

11:45–12:00: Family gathering Program will start

12:30–2:30: FAVES performance and connection with families

Slowing Down the Reading Process to Build Students’ Comprehension Skills

Slow reading gives students time to deeply engage with texts and gather their thoughts about the content.

By Kelley Miller May 6, 2024 https://www.edutopia.org/article/boosting-students-reading-comprehension-slowing-down/