Streams eBulletin October 2015 - Upper St. Clair School District · 2015-10-01 · “Deep Sea“...
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October 2015 Streams Elementary Bulletin Mark Your Calendars October October 8 th – 9:30am Kindergarten Open Mike October 9 th Half Day Early Dismissal /Staff Development 5pm9pm Stravaganza October 13 th –PTO Meeting October 15 th – 9:30am 4 th Grade Open Mike October 20 th – Bus Safety Week Red Ribbon Week October 22 nd 6:30pm 4 th Grade Special Level Night October 26 th – NO SCHOOL Octboer 27 th – NO SCHOOL October 30 th – Parade 1:30pm and Harvest Parties Principal’s Letter Dear Streams Families, Great job of getting everyone back to school and settled into the routine for learning! Shifting out of summer vacation mode can mean earlier bed times, healthy breakfast routines, and organizing time for homework, extra math fact practice, and reading, but our students seem to be right on track, and that means that you have everything under control at home – or at least it looks that way!!! Have you set some attendance goals with your child for this school year? Time and time again, research tells us that being on time and in attendance daily is a top predictor of school success. We know that it is also the natural way to practice this life lesson, even if the work world feels far away from a first or second grader! The groundwork is laid now. Another hot topic for conversation at home will hopefully include bus behavior expectations. I encourage our children to “ride on the bus, just like in the car”. This means seated, hands to one’s self, and voice under control. October is National Bus Safety month, but everyday is an important day to communicate that parents expect their children to follow the bus safety rules, even when they are not with them on the bus. Our bus drivers work hard to deliver your most precious possessions home safely each day, but need our support with these expectations. Finally, the first report period will come to a close on October 23 rd . This year we are piloting a newly designed report card, which will be coming home on November 6 th . Our goals in updating our report cards are: 1. To provide parents with a solid understanding of their child’s performance and progress in relation to the curriculum that has been taught. 2. To provide information on areas which need to be strengthened. 3. To spark conversation between the parent and their child on performance, including work habits and academic strengths and needs. You will notice that this report will contain performance indicators aligned to the standards. You will see language on the report card for the following areas: Behavior Qualifiers – these are the behavioral goals by which the students are being measured; including both academic and social behaviors that support learning.
Transcript of Streams eBulletin October 2015 - Upper St. Clair School District · 2015-10-01 · “Deep Sea“...
October 2015
Streams Elementary Bulletin
Mark Your Calendars
October
October 8th – 9:30am Kindergarten Open Mike
October 9th -‐ Half Day -‐ Early Dismissal /Staff Development 5pm-‐9pm Stravaganza
October 13th –PTO Meeting
October 15th – 9:30am 4th Grade Open Mike
October 20th – Bus Safety Week
Red Ribbon Week
October 22nd -‐ 6:30pm 4th Grade Special Level Night
October 26th – NO SCHOOL
Octboer 27th – NO SCHOOL
October 30th – Parade 1:30pm and Harvest Parties
Principal’s Letter
Dear Streams Families, Great job of getting everyone back to school and settled into the routine for learning! Shifting out of summer vacation mode can mean earlier bed times, healthy breakfast routines, and organizing time for homework, extra math fact practice, and reading, but our students seem to be right on track, and that means that you have everything under control at home – or at least it looks that way!!! Have you set some attendance goals with your child for this school year? Time and time again, research tells us that being on time and in attendance daily is a top predictor of school success. We know that it is also the natural way to practice this life lesson, even if the work world feels far away from a first or second grader! The groundwork is laid now.
Another hot topic for conversation at home will hopefully include bus behavior expectations. I encourage our children to “ride on the bus, just like in the car”. This means seated, hands to one’s self, and voice under control. October is National Bus Safety month, but everyday is an important day to communicate that parents expect their children to follow the bus safety rules, even when they are not with them on the bus. Our bus drivers work hard to deliver your most precious possessions home safely each day, but need our support with these expectations.
Finally, the first report period will come to a close on October 23rd. This year we are piloting a newly designed report card, which will be coming home on November 6th. Our goals in updating our report cards are:
1. To provide parents with a solid understanding of their child’s performance and progress in relation to the curriculum that has been taught.
2. To provide information on areas which need to be strengthened. 3. To spark conversation between the parent and their child on
performance, including work habits and academic strengths and needs. You will notice that this report will contain performance indicators aligned to the standards.
You will see language on the report card for the following areas: Behavior Qualifiers – these are the behavioral goals by which the students are being measured; including both academic and social behaviors that support learning.
President’s Corner Six weeks of school down, just thirty-five more to go! In the Streams PTO world, these six weeks have flown by. I credit that to a smooth start to the year thanks to an amazing team of people. Thank you to Melissa Waldron for handling all membership and directory issues, April Jackson for putting together this newsletter, Kathy Ginsburg for jumping into the Arts in USC program, Christina Furlong for hauling all of the KidStuff books to the classrooms, Mandy Marn for organizing the homeroom parents, Leria Miles as VP who has handled everything I have thrown at her so far, Mrs Kaplan who has done it all, and to Dr Miller for being a great principal that truly cares about our children. A very special thank you goes to Ann Rhodes who has proofread, advised and answered midnight texts to guide me the past few weeks. Looking ahead, there are some exciting PTO things coming up that you won’t want to miss!
1. Stravaganza. October 9. It is great fun for the entire family! 2. PTO meeting on Tuesday October 13. Did you hear about the last
one? We had fabulous food, prizes and news! Please mark your calendars! Kids always welcome!
3. Harvest Parties on Friday October 30. The parade begins at 1:30 pm and the parties are immediately following.
Please remember, there are big jobs, small jobs and everything in between so if you are interested in being active in the PTO, it is never too late to jump in. Please just send me an email ([email protected]) or phone call (412-418-9156) and I’ll be happy to help you find a good fit within the Streams PTO family. Alissa Mammana
Streams PTO President
Save the Date
Friday
October 9th
5-‐9pm
Streams
“Deep Sea”
Stravaganza
Principal’s Academic Qualifiers – these are the grade level standards by which the students are being measured. Performance Indicators – these are the letters that students are assigned to indicate their performance and progress. As with any curriculum initiative in USC, we hope that the revisions to our report card will enhance our communication with our families, providing a greater depth of understanding about their child’s progress. Dr. Bulazo will be attending our upcoming PTO meeting in order to speak in greater detail about this update. Looking forward to seeing you at Deep Sea Stravaganza!
Dr. Miller
“Deep Sea“ Stravaganza
Proudly Sponsored by: Sabika, Rusmur Floors, Dolce Construction, PD Pool Designs, Waddell & Reed Financial Advisors, GFS Gordon Food Services,
Costco, Beez Printing Co.
Dive In on:
Friday October 9th, 2015 5pm – 9pm
There will be sea creatures games, raffles, sea food and LOTS of laughter, but most importantly, we will “sea” YOU will be there!
One hundred percent of the proceeds will go towards our school, classrooms and students.
YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS IT Click here for mission packets with all STRAVAGANZA INFO
Click on link below for details about this event!
http://www.uscsd.k12.pa.us/Page/8808
We also need help with this fun event! If you would like to sponsor the event, donate your time and volunteer please contact: April Jackson at [email protected]
Want to help?
****Please donate Goodies for Bake Sale, Cakes for Cakewalk, Sodas for dinenr service*****
The Stravaganza committee is looking for items to be contributed for the Children's and Adult Raffles. Donate an item from your family or gather friends to donate a theme basket. This is where our Streams’ parents can really dive in! Every year the generous donations from our families make this event a success.
The raffles are truly the heart of Stravaganza!! Donations are currently being accepted. When dropping off donations please identify as "adult" or "children's". Don't forget to include the names of donors or group.
We ask that all donations are dropped off by Mon., Oct.5th Contact chairs with questions:
Adult Raffle: Batool Nulwala -‐[email protected]
Elfi Benecke-‐ [email protected]
Children’s Raffle: Michele Mandler – [email protected]
Danielle Pirain – [email protected]
Missed the September deadline to join the Streams PTO?
There is still time!!
Please return your membership form and money in an envelope with "PTO Membership" on the front to the Streams office. If you
need another form, you can get one on the Streams PTO Website
Please contact the Streams Membership Chair, Melissa Waldron at [email protected], with any questions.
PTO
STRAVAGANZA
Want to become a part of one of the adventure, and have fun too? The
Starvaganza committee needs you!
Over 200 Volunteers
make this event a continual success, year after year!
Come, and join the fun!
REMINDER: In order to help with children on campus during the school day you MUST have your volunteer clearances! This includes school parties. Confused as to which activities you are considered a Volunteer & need to have your Clearances and which activities you are considered a Visitor in the school? Click on the following link to see the breakdown: http://www.uscsd.k12.pa.us/Page/9022 Link to Volunteer Clearances: http://www.uscsd.k12.pa.us/site/default.aspx?PageType=3&DomainID=542&ModuleInstanceID=1331&ViewID=047E6BE3-6D87-4130-8424-D8E4E9ED6C2A&RenderLoc=0&FlexDataID=13163&PageID=4402
Calling all Box Top and Campbell's Labels Savers The first contest of the school year has begun! Please send in all of your Box Tops and Campbell's labels NOW and October 23rd. The students in the winning class will be getting $5 dollar tree gift cards. Please remember to mark your child's name and room number on the envelopes when turning in Box Tops and Labels. If they are not marked, your child's classroom cannot get credit for them. Also, please note that Box Tops and Campbell's labels go into two different bins in the office and get counted separately. When sending in, please put them in separate envelopes. Thank you!! Register your Giant Eagle rewards card at http://www.labelsforeducation.com and earn more points for Streams! Each participating product that you purchase will earn 1 point that will be credited to our Labels for Education account automatically. You can still clip and redeem UPC's to earn the face value of the Labels for Education points, so it's easier than ever to earn more for our school. Good Luck to all rooms! Questions? Contact: Kelly Shedleski [email protected]
IMPORTANT LINKS
Streams Elementary School: http://uscsd.k12.pa.us/Domain/542
Streams PTO: http://uscsd.k12.pa.us/domain/615
USC School District Calendar: http://uscsd.k12.pa.us/Page/2
E-‐Blast: http://uscsd.k12.pa.us/Page/163
4th Grade Special Level Night October 22nd
6:30pm in the gym Join us for a night of
Streams Presents Actor, Singer and Storyteller Tim Hartman http://www.timhartman.com
will present "Goal Keeping." A hilarious and touching story of Harvey Merritt, a little boy who just wants to be noticed, and the steps he
takes to achieve that goal.
Entertainment will start at 6:30pm in the gym. Cookies and refreshments offered after the show in the Nutrition Center.
No reservations required. We hope to see you there!
This is a special evening just for our Fourth graders and their parents/guardians.
Please leave all siblings at home and enjoy an evening out with your fourth grader.
**SPECIAL LEVEL NIGHT OUTREACH COLLECTION:
This year we will be collecting food items to help stock the shelves at SHIM (South Hills Interfaith Ministry) at each of the Special Level Nights. For 4th grade, we will be collecting dried beans and rice
Streams Spirit Wear Sale
Update your USC spirit wear for the upcoming cold weather. Streams Spirit Wear sale will be held from 10/5/15 - 10/19/15.
This year's sale will only be ONLINE at www.uscspiritwear.com.
Please visit the online store for all of the clothing choices and pricing. This year you can order hoodies, t-shirts, female gear and more with a Panther's logo, the USC Superman logo or a special Streams logo! Any questions, please contact: Leslie Pope at [email protected] or Michele Fisher at [email protected]
Streams Stravaganza Corporate Sponsor
Opportunity
Join the community by sponsoring this years “Out Of This World” Stravaganza!
Click Here for more Info.
Or email
[email protected] Kindergarten Open Mike
You are cordially invited to join Dr. Miller and one of Streams Kindergarten Teachers to discuss the exciting activities and curriculum for the school year. This is your opportunity to ask questions and find out more about what our Kindergarteners are doing the rest of the year. Please join us on:
Thursday, October 8, 2015 at 9:30 A.M. Hosted by: Hallie Snyder, 1359 Morrow Rd, USC, PA 15241
RSVP to Hallie, no later than, Monday, October 5th 412-‐999-‐2707
Fourth Grade Open Mike
You are cordially invited to join Dr. Miller and one of Streams Fourth Grade Teachers to discuss the exciting activities and curriculum for the school year. This is your opportunity to ask questions and find out more about what our Fourth Graders are doing the rest of the year.
Please join us on: Thursday, October 15, 2015 at 9:30 A.M.
Hosted by: Madhu Verma, 2328 Weston Dr, USC, PA 15241 RSVP to Madhu, no later than, Monday,
October 12th, 412-‐714-‐8170
Save Th
e Date
Snuggle Up and Read
Nov 5th, 2015
Kinder Special Night, November 12th at 6:30pm
Giant Eagle Apple for Students The Streams Elementary Giant Eagle "Apples for Students" Program is underway. This program provides the opportunity for schools to earn FREE computer and educational materials. Last year classrooms ordered a multitude of supplies to include calculators, cameras, books, modeling clay, pencil sharpeners, puzzles, lego sets and more. Thank you to over 400 families that registered at Streams!
The program officially starts in October. Your family may register now.
If you have already registered for Streams in the past, there is no need to re-register - unless you
have not been using your advantage for 18 months, then please re-register.
It is important to note that this program in no way affects your fuelperks rewards! Two easy steps to register: 1. Visit http://www.gianteagle.com/schools/apples-for-students or call 1 - 800 - 474 - 4777. 2. Enter the Streams Elementary School ID # 1200 plus the 12 - digit code printed on the back of
your Giant Eagle Advantage Card located underneath the barcode. It only takes a moment to register and the rewards are huge. Help multiply our efforts by asking friends, relatives and neighbors to register also. Thank you for your continued support!!! Please feel free to contact Jill Spencer at [email protected] or 412.480.1884
