Get documents about "Book Fair March 1-5, 2010
Document Sample
March 2010 NORTH WASHINGTON FAMILY RESOURCE YOUTH SERVICES CENTER
Enjoy a Book with your child! Title I Parent-Teacher Night
NWES Information
Principal - Mrs. Amanda Mattingly March 23, 2010
Asst. Principals– Ms. Gayla Jenkins Please join us from 5-7 pm for a free meal
Mrs. Betty Montgomery and time to talk to your child’s teacher.
Guidance Counselor- Report cards for the 3rd nine weeks will be
Mrs. Susan Newton available that evening. Report cards not
Secretary/Finance Clerk- picked up will be sent home on the 24th.
Mrs. Beaulah Chesser For that week only, Tuesday folders will
Secretary/Attendance Clerk- be sent home on Wednesday. The
Mrs. Regina Hood FRYSC will also be hosting Book Bingo
Address: 5658 Hwy. 433 from 5:30-6:30 for any children or parents
Willisburg, KY 40078 Book Fair who would like to play to win free books.
Phone number: (859) 375-4038
Fax number: (859) 375-0214 March 1-5, 2010 MUSIC CLASS NEWS
Web Address: ************ Students in 2nd, 3rd, and 6th grades will par-
www.washington.k12.ky.us/ ticipate in an Appalachian Music and Dance
Then see NWES under table of contents. Spring Break Residency during the week of March 15th,
*************************** funded by the NW PTO and the KY Arts
Guidelines for Success April 5-9, 2010 Council. Students will be learning about the
Appalachian culture through singing and
Show a positive attitude. dancing activities. Submitted by: Mrs. Nicholas
Try my best.
Always Cooperate. NWES Site-Based Decision
Respect myself and others. Making Council Ronald McDonald House
Set goals. Parent Elections Collection
At North Washington, During the month of March, classrooms
Please see the attached sheet will be collecting the tabs from soft drink
we reach for the STARS.
******************************* with more information on cans to benefit the Ronald McDonald
Change in NWES Secretary/ SBDM Parent Elections. House. Containers will be placed in the
classrooms.
Attendance Clerk
We would like to congratulate Mrs. Parent and Teacher
Regina Hood who has accepted the Organization (PTO) News Angel Tree
position of W.C. Food Service Director. The Washington County Angel Tree Pro-
and Officer Elections gram will be organized this year by the
We would also like to congratulate Mrs.
Jennifer Mann who has transferred
If you would be interested in Washington County Community Action and
from District Special Ed. Secretary to learning more about our PTO, House of Hope. The 6 hours of parent edu-
NWES Secretary/Attendance Clerk. please contact PTO President, cation/involvement as well as income verifi-
Mrs. Hood and Mrs. Mann will be tran- Amy Aminaka, or come to the cation will still be required for those wishing
sitioning to their new positions a few next meeting on March 8th at to sign-up for the program. Information on
days a week for now. We wish both 6:00PM. Please see page 3 for education classes is being sent home today
ladies the best. A big thank you to information on Market Day Sales. with children in the schools and will be
Mrs. Regina for all that you have done PTO will hold officer elec- posted in the community. Income verifica-
for NWES. We will miss you. tion will be at the end of October. If inter-
tions at the April meeting. Please
ested, please be watching for this information
be thinking about people to nomi-
Parents– Please see page 3 for nate. Officers must have a completed
from school and posted in the community. If
you have questions, please contact W.C.
some tips on helping your child background check. Community Action 336-7766 or House of
prepare for state assessment Hope at 336-0140.
and how you can help with snacks.
Page 2
Upcoming Programs
Invent Now Kids presents Camp Invention
Coming to Washington Co. Elementary
June 14-18 9 am-3:30 pm
Invent Now Kids proudly presents the wonder and excitement of the Camp Invention
program. Led by local educators, this engaging program immerses children in grades 1-6
in hands-on inquiry based activities disguised as fun.
Discounts Available, Register Today
www.campinvention.org
B.L.A.S.T. for 4th/5th graders coming March 20th at NWES- Intermediate students were given
forms for this event a few weeks ago. This is a great opportunity for them to meet students from other schools
in the county as well as to have fun while learning some valuable information on staying safe and healthy.
There is a $5.00 registration fee, but students will get a free meal and t-shirt. If you would like a new form or
more information, please contact Donya Stevens at NWES.
Parent/Child Opportunities
*An additional listing of parent and parent/child educational opportunities is coming home with your child, so
please remember to review the list. Below are descriptions of some of the upcoming activities in March/April.
To register for any of the listed activities you may complete the attached registration form or call Donya Ste-
vens at 375-4038.
Become an Author reminder for March 4th from 6:00-7:30- An invitation was sent home
last week for you and your family to join us this Thursday evening to create a book using the
Klutz BuildaBook Kit and to hear some great storytelling and sharing of books by NWES Li-
brarian, Mr. Dugger. There is a cost of $3.50 per kit. If you haven’t registered yet, please com-
plete the Parent Workshop registration on the front of the newsletter or call Donya Stevens at
375-4038. Book Fair will also be open that evening from 5:00-8:00 PM.
ADHD Parent Workshop– Susan Campbell Turner, School Therapist, will facilitate an ADHD parent
meeting this Wednesday, March 3rd, from 9:00-Noon at Washington FRYSC at Washington County
Elementary School.
Cradle School-The North Washington FRYSC and Washington County FRYSC will be providing Cradle
School for children age 2 or 3 and their parents on April 16, 23, 30, and May 7, 2010 at North Washington Ele-
mentary School. The sessions will be from 10:00-11:30 am. Cradle School is an opportunity for parents and
children to become familiar with the Preschool atmosphere and with learning educational and emotional interac-
tion skills. This is also an excellent time for children to experience meeting and playing with other children
their age. Cradle School is open to all parents and children living in Washington County. If you have any ques-
tions or would like more information, please contact Donya Stevens at 375-4038. Registration is due April
13th.
Active Parenting-Parents of children ages 5-12 are invited to attend Active Parenting Sessions being facili-
tated by School Therapist, Harriet Boone, on March 16, March 22, March 30 from 5:30-7:30.
This series combines videos, activities and discussion to help parents raise responsible children who are able to
resist negative peer pressure. The program also demonstrates effective discipline techniques for parents. We
feel this is a great opportunity for families to learn and practice skills to help raise children who are able to
make good choices and decisions for their future.
Family Budgeting Workshop presented by Commonwealth Credit Union-On March 22nd
from 6:00-7:30 at Washington County Elementary School Library, the FRYSC programs are sponsoring a help-
ful tips budgeting class. Topics will include understanding needs versus wants, determining your spending pat-
tern, fixed and variable expenses and ways to avoid scams.
Page 3
Snacks! Snacks! Snacks! Snacks!
Our students will be taking the state test during April and May. During the Power Verbs For Testing
morning of testing days student take a break and have a snack. This helps them
stay focused and alert. What Do They Mean??
We would appreciate help collecting snacks for the students. In order to
make this work, we have made a list of snacks for each grade level to bring. Help your child prepare for testing by
Snacks may be sent to school between March 6th and April 17th. These will be getting familiar with the following 12
passed out randomly throughout the school so that each student will have a snack words that often appear on standard-
each day. The school will purchase additional snacks if needed. ized test. Common words, but some-
You are welcome to send the item listed for your child’s grade level, but times we might wonder, “What do they
any additional snacks or juices are appreciated. mean?”
Thanks for your help!
1. Trace List in Steps, Track, Out-
Rice Krispie Treats, individual bags of chips line, Follow
Kindergarten, 1st
and/or Nabs (crackers with peanut butter or 2. Analyze Break Down; Deter-
Grade cheese mine; Get to the Bottom; Pick
Out; Pull Out; Research; Find
Juice (juice boxes, Rainbow bottles of juice, Out
Grades 2,3,4 etc.) and/or individual bags of chips 3. Infer Find Hidden Meaning;
Read Between the Lines;
Little Debbie cakes (any variety) and/or Sounds Like
Grades 5,6 juice boxes 4. Evaluate Review; Judge: Solve
It; Assess; What’s good and
Nabs (crackers with peanut butter or What’s bad about it
Grades 6,7,8 cheese), Little Debbie cakes, and/or Rice 5. Formulate Put Together; Cre-
Krispie Treats ate; Come up With; Build It;
Develop
6. Describe Explain; Tell all about
It
Other Parent News 7. Support Back It Up; concrete
Example; Prove It
Market Day update– PTO will be hosting a Market Day pie sale during 8. Explain Describe; Tell All
March in addition to their regular orders. Please be watching for the About It (Everything)
9. Summarize Put in Your Own
Market Day flyer. Classrooms selling 20 pies will receive an ice cream Words; Retell It; Highlight Im-
party and the top seller for the school will receive a $25 Wal-Mart gift portant Ideas
card. The next Market Day pick-up will be Wednesday, March 24th, 10. Compare Tell everything about
from 5-6 pm. it that is alike …;Identical;
Similar
11. Contrast Tell everything that is
Kindergarten Registration-If you have not registered your child for different from…; All the Differ-
Kindergarten, you may complete the form in the office. Please contact ences; Opposites
the office if you have questions about required documentation. 12. Predict Guess; Educated Guess;
What might happen; What can
you expect to happen?
Free/Reduced Lunch Forms– Parents, please remember that if your income changes at any point in the year
that you can request to complete a new lunch form. Please contact the office, cafeteria staff or FRYSC
Coordinator if you have questions or need a form.
Page 4
February Students of the Month
8th Grader- Christopher Morrison
Christopher Morrison is the eighth grade student of the month. He is
the son of Martha Morrison of Springfield and Eric Morrison of Pikeville.
He likes all of his teachers and preferred not to select a favorite. His
favorite classes are Science and Social Studies.
The school activities he enjoys most are FCA and Jr. Beta. He likes
seeing his friends at school.
His special interests include playing sports.
7th Grader- Matthew Lee
Matthew Lee is the seventh grade student of the month. He is the
son of Kathy and Joey Smith of Springfield and Glenn Lee of Raywick.
His favorite teacher is Mr. Burns, and his favorite classes are P.E.
and Math. He likes recess and hanging out with his friends at school.
His special interests include hunting and riding 4-wheelers.
. th
6 Grader- Kayleigh Flanagan
Kayleigh Flanagan is the sixth grade student of the month. She is
the daughter of Sean and Meg Flanagan of Springfield.
Her favorite teachers are Mr. Burns and Ms. Mattingly, and her favorite
classes are Math and Science.
The school activity she enjoys most is band. She enjoys hanging out
with friends at school.
Her special interests include riding horses and hunting.
Notification of Right to Request Teacher Qualifications
Under the No Child Left Behind Act, you, as a parent or guardian, have the right to request information regarding the professional qualifica-
tions of your child’s teacher. If you would like to request this information, please contact Jim Hamm by phone at (859) 336-5470 or by email
at jim.hamm@washington.kyschool.us.
Nondiscrimination Policy: Students, their parents, and employees of Washington Co. Schools are hereby notified this school district does
not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sex, or handicap in employment, education pro-
grams, or activities as set forth in the ADA, Title IX, Title VI, and Section 504. This district will not refuse to hire a disabled applicant which is
capable of performing the essential requirements of the job with reasonable accommodations. Any person having inquiries concerning
Washington County Schools compliance with ADA, Title IX, Title VI, and Section 504 is directed to contact Washington County Schools, 120
Mackville Hill, Springfield, KY 40069, phone number 859.336.5470, who has been designated by Washington Co. Schools to coordinate the
district’s efforts to comply with ADA, Title VI, and Section 504.
Page 5
Parent Workshop Registration Form
Return to NWES FRYSC
(Please use for programs listed on page 2 of the newsletter or programs on the listing of
Parent Education opportunities being sent home today. )
Workshop Title and Date:________________________________________________________
Name(s) of Adults Attending:_____________________________________________________
Phone Number to Contact:________________
Names of Children Attending and Ages (If a parent/child program):
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Parent Workshop Registration Form
Return to NWES FRYSC
(Please use for programs listed on page 2 of the newsletter or programs on the listing of
Parent Education opportunities being sent home today. )
Workshop Title and Date:________________________________________________________
Name(s) of Adults Attending:_____________________________________________________
Phone Number to Contact:________________
Names of Children Attending and Ages (If a parent/child program):
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Related docs
