In today's world of inclusion (as defined in IDEA '97); the presumed setting for the delivery of services and accommodations is the regular classroom. This year, here at OCS, we have put into practice a new special education delivery model- In-Class-Consultation. This model enables the special education teacher to better support both general education teachers and students.
The consultant teacher's goal is to enable children with disabilities to successfully participate in not only regular education classes but the typical grade level regular curriculum as well. As a consultant teacher, I focus my efforts on assisting the special education students together with their non-disabled peers in the general education classroom setting.
This carefully coordinated delivery model is structured in a way that the consultant teacher provides both direct and indirect services. The ICC model enables the special education consultant teacher to support her students best by using her expertise not only to provide support as directed in the IEP, but to engage the general education teacher in IEP accommodations and delivery as well. The consultant teacher becomes an integral link between the child, his IEP driven needs, and learning.
We need to remember that the premise behind all special education delivery models is "Special Education is a Service Not a Place".
7th and 8th Grade News
It is time!!! Now that our second fundraiser has been completed, it is time to bring in the PASTA. Before you know it, our Pasta Dinner (March 29, 2010) will be upon us.
• Remember, this is the biggest source of fundraising revenue we have for our class trips. We all need to work together in order for this event to be successful.
• PASTA , PASTA, (each students must bring it 3 boxes of Penne) and other items too. Collection begins now!!!
• We will be having a PASTA DINNER meeting for parents in January.
Parent committees will be set up.
Supplies will be collected or purchased.
Donations will be requested.
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Friday, December 17, 2010
December Wrap Up!
Happy Holidays to you!!
December has been a very busy month. Candles have been delivered. Thanks to everyone for their help in creating a successful fundraiser.
On to the Pasta Dinner. We are requesting that each 7th and 8th grader bring in 3 pounds of penne pasta and a 12 pack of soda. Remember it is our donations that turn the dinner into a profitable experience for all involved. Please bring in your pasta and soda as soon as possible.
Yearbooks!!! Since September we have been advertising yearbook sales. Please order online or bring in your yearbook order this coming week. After the holiday break prices go up to $20.00 per book. Right now you can order for $18.00.
Advertising is due as well. 8th grade happiness ads may still be turned in. Please see myself or Mrs. Drechsel. Thank you.
December has been a very busy month. Candles have been delivered. Thanks to everyone for their help in creating a successful fundraiser.
On to the Pasta Dinner. We are requesting that each 7th and 8th grader bring in 3 pounds of penne pasta and a 12 pack of soda. Remember it is our donations that turn the dinner into a profitable experience for all involved. Please bring in your pasta and soda as soon as possible.
Yearbooks!!! Since September we have been advertising yearbook sales. Please order online or bring in your yearbook order this coming week. After the holiday break prices go up to $20.00 per book. Right now you can order for $18.00.
Advertising is due as well. 8th grade happiness ads may still be turned in. Please see myself or Mrs. Drechsel. Thank you.
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
December News
We have much to celebrate this month in addition to the holidays!
Congratulations to the 8th grade class that was featured in the NJN Classroom Closeup show. You all helped demonstrate an in depth look of our MARE studies in action. What a terrific show! If you missed it, check out "Oceans and Estuaries".
Our students were filmed and interviewed at Viking Village, the US Coast Guard Station in Barnegat Light and at Barnegat Light State Park. The show will be aired again on December 27th at 7 pm and or January 1st at 9 am.
Fundraiser update: We are well on our way to funding our 7th and 8th grade trips. Both the Clothing Drive fundraiser and Candle Sale were a great success. Candles and such will be arriving soon for you to distribute.
It is time to begin collecting pasta for our Pasta Dinner to be held on March 29, 2011. We need over 160 pounds of PENNE PASTA. Please turn in all donations to your homeroom teacher.
Congratulations to the 8th grade class that was featured in the NJN Classroom Closeup show. You all helped demonstrate an in depth look of our MARE studies in action. What a terrific show! If you missed it, check out "Oceans and Estuaries".
Our students were filmed and interviewed at Viking Village, the US Coast Guard Station in Barnegat Light and at Barnegat Light State Park. The show will be aired again on December 27th at 7 pm and or January 1st at 9 am.
Fundraiser update: We are well on our way to funding our 7th and 8th grade trips. Both the Clothing Drive fundraiser and Candle Sale were a great success. Candles and such will be arriving soon for you to distribute.
It is time to begin collecting pasta for our Pasta Dinner to be held on March 29, 2011. We need over 160 pounds of PENNE PASTA. Please turn in all donations to your homeroom teacher.
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Upcoming Parent Meeting
Can you believe it? Winter and the holidays are right around the corner. Time sure does fly!!
We will be having an important 7th and 8th grade parent meeting to discuss our trips and fundraising activities. Please make every effort to attend.
Date: Monday, November 8, 2010
Time:
5:30 pm 7th grade parents
6:00 pm fundraising activities for 7th and 8th grades
6:30 pm 8th grade parents
REMEMBER:
We are currently collecting wearable used clothing for our clothing drive fundraiser. Please bring in clothing, shoes, and hard toys. Donations may be placed in the shed on the side of the school. We will collect items through November 8th.
Candle fundraiser brochures were passed out to 7th and 8th grade students today. Directions for tabulation of forms were enclosed in the student envelopes. Please remember that checks must be made payable to Oxford Central School. Orders must be turned in by November 29th. No late orders will be accepted.
Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
We will be having an important 7th and 8th grade parent meeting to discuss our trips and fundraising activities. Please make every effort to attend.
Date: Monday, November 8, 2010
Time:
5:30 pm 7th grade parents
6:00 pm fundraising activities for 7th and 8th grades
6:30 pm 8th grade parents
REMEMBER:
We are currently collecting wearable used clothing for our clothing drive fundraiser. Please bring in clothing, shoes, and hard toys. Donations may be placed in the shed on the side of the school. We will collect items through November 8th.
Candle fundraiser brochures were passed out to 7th and 8th grade students today. Directions for tabulation of forms were enclosed in the student envelopes. Please remember that checks must be made payable to Oxford Central School. Orders must be turned in by November 29th. No late orders will be accepted.
Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
September 1, 2010
What a great day we had today at OCS! It was wonderful to see all your eager and smiling faces. This year promises to be a special one for students and teachers alike.
Remember to check here for any announcements regarding 7th and 8th grade activities. We will have a parent/student meeting later in the fall to discuss upcoming events. It's very exciting to see your interest and enthusiasm.
Don't forget "Classroom Close-up" featuring last year's 7th grade estuary studies trip will be broadcast on NJN Public Television on November 22 & 27, and December 27 & January 1st.
Remember to check here for any announcements regarding 7th and 8th grade activities. We will have a parent/student meeting later in the fall to discuss upcoming events. It's very exciting to see your interest and enthusiasm.
Don't forget "Classroom Close-up" featuring last year's 7th grade estuary studies trip will be broadcast on NJN Public Television on November 22 & 27, and December 27 & January 1st.
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Oceans and Estuaries
Tomorrow is the day we leave for our 7th grade "Oceans and Estuaries" field trip to Sea Pirate Campground. Students will combine their MARE knowledge with hands-on experience to better understand the ways of the coastal areas of our state.
Our adventure begins with a day at the Tuckerton Seaport where baymen will teach us how to seine in the Great Bay. Students will also work with a decoy maker and make a "flattie" decoy of a sandpiper. We will also tour the seaport, including the lighthouse, and learn about the evolution of life saving techniques. We will discover the important role we hold in preserving this fragile eco-system.
Thursday is "boats away" as we kayak through the estuary into the Great Bay. Departing from our campground we kayak to Parkerton Beach for lunch and beach activities. Students "catch and release" sea life for identification purposes and enjoy time on the bay.
Friday promises to be an exciting day as we leave Sea Pirate Campground and travel to Long Beach Island. On the island we will tour Viking Village (home of a commercial fishing fleet). Students will learn about fishing regulations and sea life off our NJ coast. From Viking Village we travel to the Barnegat Light Coast Guard Station where we learn about the role of the US Coast Guard. Students will tour the command center and the boats and learn about the important role the Coast Guard plays in keeping our coastal waters and our country safe. Our day continues with lunch at "Old Barney" the 244 step lighthouse that energetic students and staff may climb. Combine all this with beachcombing and a trip to the Interpretive Center and you can be sure to have a wonderful conclusion to this ever-popular trip. Hopefully, the weather will cooperate as NJ Network's Classroom Close-Up will be on hand to film our adventures.
Our adventure begins with a day at the Tuckerton Seaport where baymen will teach us how to seine in the Great Bay. Students will also work with a decoy maker and make a "flattie" decoy of a sandpiper. We will also tour the seaport, including the lighthouse, and learn about the evolution of life saving techniques. We will discover the important role we hold in preserving this fragile eco-system.
Thursday is "boats away" as we kayak through the estuary into the Great Bay. Departing from our campground we kayak to Parkerton Beach for lunch and beach activities. Students "catch and release" sea life for identification purposes and enjoy time on the bay.
Friday promises to be an exciting day as we leave Sea Pirate Campground and travel to Long Beach Island. On the island we will tour Viking Village (home of a commercial fishing fleet). Students will learn about fishing regulations and sea life off our NJ coast. From Viking Village we travel to the Barnegat Light Coast Guard Station where we learn about the role of the US Coast Guard. Students will tour the command center and the boats and learn about the important role the Coast Guard plays in keeping our coastal waters and our country safe. Our day continues with lunch at "Old Barney" the 244 step lighthouse that energetic students and staff may climb. Combine all this with beachcombing and a trip to the Interpretive Center and you can be sure to have a wonderful conclusion to this ever-popular trip. Hopefully, the weather will cooperate as NJ Network's Classroom Close-Up will be on hand to film our adventures.
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
May Updates
May is a busy month for the 7th and 8th graders here at Oxford Central School.
On Wednesday morning, the 19th, we will be off to learn first hand about our nation's capital, Washington, DC. This year's 8th graders have an extremely busy itinerary which includes both a visit to the Whitehouse and the Pentagon. Some other highlights of our trip include a Capitol Tour, the Holocaust Museum, Arlington Cemetery, monument tour, Mt. Vernon and the National Zoo. Please contact me if there are any questions or concerns. All permission slips and outstanding payments are now due.
Monday, the 24th, at 5:30 pm there will be an informative meeting for parents and students about the 7th grade estuary studies field trip. Permission slip packets will be explained and distributed. Questions and concerns will be addressed at this time as well.
On Wednesday morning, the 19th, we will be off to learn first hand about our nation's capital, Washington, DC. This year's 8th graders have an extremely busy itinerary which includes both a visit to the Whitehouse and the Pentagon. Some other highlights of our trip include a Capitol Tour, the Holocaust Museum, Arlington Cemetery, monument tour, Mt. Vernon and the National Zoo. Please contact me if there are any questions or concerns. All permission slips and outstanding payments are now due.
Monday, the 24th, at 5:30 pm there will be an informative meeting for parents and students about the 7th grade estuary studies field trip. Permission slip packets will be explained and distributed. Questions and concerns will be addressed at this time as well.
Monday, April 26, 2010
8th Grade- Washington DC, here we come!
There will be a a meeting for all 8th grade parents regarding this year's Washington, D.C. trip. The meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 5:30 pm. Information including itinerary, trip rules, and travel arrangements will be discussed. Permission slip packets will be distributed and final payments can also be made at this time.
We hope to see everyone on Wednesday evening. Students may accompany their parents to the meeting as well.
Please bring your questions and concerns. We're sure to have the answers! This year's trip promises to be educational, exciting, and fun too!
We hope to see everyone on Wednesday evening. Students may accompany their parents to the meeting as well.
Please bring your questions and concerns. We're sure to have the answers! This year's trip promises to be educational, exciting, and fun too!
Saturday, March 27, 2010
Great Food! Good Service! Come to Our Pasta Dinner!
Come support our 7th and 8th grade classes at our annual Pasta Dinner. Parents, students, and staff have been hard at work gathering supplies, selling tickets and preparing this special evening.
Come enjoy a delicious meal with us this Tuesday, March 30, 201o. We will be serving dinners from 5-7:00 pm.
Our cafeteria will be transformed into an Italian Bistro complete with checkered tablecloths and special music. As your hosts, our students will serve a pasta feast including salad, bread, pasta, and dessert. Hope you will join us. Take-Out dinners are available as well. Proceeds will support our 7th estuary studies and 8th grade Washington, DC field trips.
Come support our 7th and 8th grade classes at our annual Pasta Dinner. Parents, students, and staff have been hard at work gathering supplies, selling tickets and preparing this special evening.
Come enjoy a delicious meal with us this Tuesday, March 30, 201o. We will be serving dinners from 5-7:00 pm.
Our cafeteria will be transformed into an Italian Bistro complete with checkered tablecloths and special music. As your hosts, our students will serve a pasta feast including salad, bread, pasta, and dessert. Hope you will join us. Take-Out dinners are available as well. Proceeds will support our 7th estuary studies and 8th grade Washington, DC field trips.
Sunday, March 7, 2010
The "Pasta Dinner" is coming March 30th!!
Plans are under way for our annual Pasta Dinner!! Students, teachers, and parents alike, are busy preparing for this special event. Everyone is invited!
Our dinner is going to be held on March 30th (snowdate March 31st). We will be serving from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm. You may purchase your tickets from any 7th or 8th grader. Ticket price is $8.00.
Hope to see you there. It is sure to be a delicious evening!
Our dinner is going to be held on March 30th (snowdate March 31st). We will be serving from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm. You may purchase your tickets from any 7th or 8th grader. Ticket price is $8.00.
Hope to see you there. It is sure to be a delicious evening!
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Gertrude Hawk Chocolates
Spring is right around the corner, or so they say...
Gertrude Hawk chocolates fundraising is underway.
Sale dates: February 2- 26th (return forms and payment prior to this date)
Delivery: Chocolates will be delivered the week of March 15th.
Please contact me with any questions or concerns. Additional forms can be picked up in my classroom. Checks are to be made payable to: Oxford Central School.
Mrs. Carr
Gertrude Hawk chocolates fundraising is underway.
Sale dates: February 2- 26th (return forms and payment prior to this date)
Delivery: Chocolates will be delivered the week of March 15th.
Please contact me with any questions or concerns. Additional forms can be picked up in my classroom. Checks are to be made payable to: Oxford Central School.
Mrs. Carr
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