Welcome to a new school year at Warner Girls’ Leadership Academy! I’m Ms. Russell, and I’m excited to begin my 10th year teaching here. I look forward to a productive and engaging year of learning with your scholar.

Supplies

Students do not need to bring school supplies—everything is provided!
✅ Each student must bring a clear book bag labeled with their name.
Optional donations: disinfecting wipes, tissues, or foaming hand soap.
Please keep pencils, crayons, glue, paper, and scissors at home for homework use.

Behavior Expectations

We focus on building positive behavior to support academic success. Physical aggression (hitting, kicking, etc.) is not tolerated. We encourage peaceful conflict resolution and respectful behavior at all times.

Class Dojo

We use Class Dojo for behavior tracking and parent communication. Students earn points for meeting expectations and can redeem them in our Class Dojo Shop. Join Our Class on Class Dojo!

Grading Policy

Grades reflect mastery of content through independent assessments (tests/quizzes).
Students will have many opportunities to practice skills through:

• Group instruction
• Classwork
• Educational websites
• Homework
  These practice tasks earn Dojo points but are not graded.

Homework

• Math: Sent home after each lesson; due the next day
• Reading: Assigned Monday–Thursday
  Please review homework with your child. Assignments more than a week late will not earn Dojo points.

Purple Take-Home Folder

Each student receives a purple folder to carry between home and school daily.

• Keep at Home Side: Graded work, flyers, notices
• Return to School Side: Homework and signed forms
  Please do not decorate or personalize the folder. Important info (logins, schedules, contact info) is on the back insert—please keep it intact.

Dress Code

• Tops: Red or purple polo shirts
• Bottoms: Khaki, tan, navy, or black
• Shoes: Closed-toe only (no Crocs, slides, sandals)
• PE/Dance Days: Wear tennis shoes and dress code attire

Attendance & Dismissal

• Breakfast: Begins at 7:50 AM
• Instruction: Starts promptly at 8:10 AM
• Dismissal: 3:10 PM
• Early Pick-Up: Not permitted after 2:20 PM
• Dismissal Changes: Must be communicated by a parent or guardian, either in writing or directly to a staff member.
  Please send a note about absences. Make-up work will be provided.

Birthday Celebrations

To ensure equity, respect for food allergies and dietary limitations, and to protect instructional time, individual birthday parties or treats are not permitted.
🎉 Birthdays will be recognized with a birthday tiara and pencil to make each child feel special.

Contact Information

• Best Method: Class Dojo (messages received during school hours)
• Phone: 216-838-8950
• Email: melinda.russell@clevelandmetroschools.org
• Take-Home Folder: Notes can also be sent, but may not be seen immediately

I’m looking forward to a fantastic year with your child and can’t wait to connect with you at our next parent event!

Sincerely,
Ms. Russell