* Wednesday, December 22ND – Corby will visit the classrooms spreading Christmas cheer and that afternoon there will be a sing-a-long in the gym at the end of the day.
* REMEMBER: December Health & Safety Challenge: Be Positive
Keep your attitude positive, even though you may be cooped up inside this winter.
1. Find simple DAILY exercises to do inside that will keep you healthy and reduce stress.
2. Look for the good in people around you and give sincere compliments.
3. Watch for positive things in your own life and share with your family one good thing that happened to you each day or one thing you are thankful for.
The December monthly drawing will be held at the sing-a-long on Dec. 22nd.
* NO SCHOOL DECEMBER 23RD – JANUARY 2ND FOR THE HOLIDAY BREAK. SCHOOL RESUMES ON MONDAY, JANUARY 3RD.
* Early Out is Wednesday, January 5th!! School dismissed at 12:55 PM.
AM Kindergarten: 8:25 AM – 10:25 AM, PM Kindergarten: 10:55 AM – 12:55 PM
* Bookmobile will be Thursday, January 6th.
* Birthday Table for all students with January Birthdays will be Friday, January 7th.
* MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR LITERACY NIGHT on Wednesday, January 12th from 6:30 – 8:30 PM at the school for students and their families. It will be themed, “Exploring Books” and is going to be a lot of FUN!!!
* The Box Tops Competition for the month of December is between the 3rd Grade classes and for January will be the 2nd Grade classes. The last day for 3rd Grade to bring in box tops will be Tuesday, January 4th! You can bring in the following items: Box Tops, Cream of Weber lids, Campbell’s Soup labels, empty Elmer’s glue stick tubes/glue bottles and empty Neosporin tubes. Make sure Box Tops are cut out along the dotted lines and the soup labels are just the UPC with the point value. Bring in as much as you can and put them in the collection container in your classroom. THERE WILL BE A PRIZE FOR THE WINNING CLASS! Good Luck!
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Activities Week 2
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES FOR THE WEEK OF
DECEMBER 13 - DECEMBER 17
* Community Council Meeting – Monday, Dec. 13th at 3:15 PM in Missy Michaelis’ Room
* PTA Board Meeting – Tuesday, Dec. 14th at 3:10 PM in the Teacher’s Lounge
* Early Out is Wednesday, December 15th!! School dismissed at 12:55 PM.
AM Kindergarten: 8:25 AM – 10:25 AM, PM Kindergarten: 10:55 AM – 12:55 PM
* Friday, December 17th will be the 5th Grade Music Program at 2 PM in the gym. Parents, grandparents, etc. are welcome to attend. The PTA also plans to announce the winners of Reflections and hand out awards for Reflections to the students at this assembly.
* MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR LITERACY NIGHT on Wednesday, January 12th from 6:30 – 8:30 PM at the school for students and their families. It will be themed, “Exploring Books” and is going to be a lot of FUN!!!
* A Dime a Day Ongoing Fundraiser: Help us raise money for the end of the year field trips by donating 10 cents a day. We are setting a goal of $4,500 which will cover the bus expenses for class field trips. There will be a jar in the front office where anyone can donate as much as they would like.
* Congratulations to Mrs. Clark’s class who won the Box Tops Competition in November. WAY TO GO!!!
* The Box Tops Competition for the month of December is between the 3rd Grade classes. You can bring in the following items: Box Tops, Cream of Weber lids, Campbell’s Soup labels, empty Elmer’s glue stick tubes/glue bottles and empty Neosporin tubes. Make sure Box Tops are cut out along the dotted lines and the soup labels are just the UPC with the point value. Bring in as much as you can and put them in the collection container in your classroom. THERE WILL BE A PRIZE FOR THE WINNING CLASS! Good Luck!
* Show school spirit by wearing ANY McKinley Cougar shirt, hoodie, jacket, etc. on FRIDAY of each week!
DECEMBER 13 - DECEMBER 17
* Community Council Meeting – Monday, Dec. 13th at 3:15 PM in Missy Michaelis’ Room
* PTA Board Meeting – Tuesday, Dec. 14th at 3:10 PM in the Teacher’s Lounge
* Early Out is Wednesday, December 15th!! School dismissed at 12:55 PM.
AM Kindergarten: 8:25 AM – 10:25 AM, PM Kindergarten: 10:55 AM – 12:55 PM
* Friday, December 17th will be the 5th Grade Music Program at 2 PM in the gym. Parents, grandparents, etc. are welcome to attend. The PTA also plans to announce the winners of Reflections and hand out awards for Reflections to the students at this assembly.
* MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR LITERACY NIGHT on Wednesday, January 12th from 6:30 – 8:30 PM at the school for students and their families. It will be themed, “Exploring Books” and is going to be a lot of FUN!!!
* A Dime a Day Ongoing Fundraiser: Help us raise money for the end of the year field trips by donating 10 cents a day. We are setting a goal of $4,500 which will cover the bus expenses for class field trips. There will be a jar in the front office where anyone can donate as much as they would like.
* Congratulations to Mrs. Clark’s class who won the Box Tops Competition in November. WAY TO GO!!!
* The Box Tops Competition for the month of December is between the 3rd Grade classes. You can bring in the following items: Box Tops, Cream of Weber lids, Campbell’s Soup labels, empty Elmer’s glue stick tubes/glue bottles and empty Neosporin tubes. Make sure Box Tops are cut out along the dotted lines and the soup labels are just the UPC with the point value. Bring in as much as you can and put them in the collection container in your classroom. THERE WILL BE A PRIZE FOR THE WINNING CLASS! Good Luck!
* Show school spirit by wearing ANY McKinley Cougar shirt, hoodie, jacket, etc. on FRIDAY of each week!
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Activities Week 1
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES FOR THE WEEK OF
DECEMBER 6 - DECEMBER 10
* December Health & Safety Challenge: Be Positive
Keep your attitude positive, even though you may be cooped up inside this winter.
1. Find simple DAILY exercises to do inside that will keep you healthy and reduce stress.
2. Look for the good in people around you and give sincere compliments.
3. Watch for positive things in your own life and share with your family one good thing that happened to you each day or one thing you are thankful for.
* FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10TH IS DOUGHNUTS WITH DADS. It will go from 7:15 – 8:15 AM in the morning. Dads (or an uncle, grandpa, etc. if a dad is not able to come) are invited to attend with their McKinley student(s) that morning for breakfast. PLEASE do not park in the carpool lane!!
* BUY ONE GET ONE FREE BOOKFAIR ON THE STAGE!!!!
Wednesday, Dec. 8th from 3-6 PM
Thursday, Dec. 9th from 3-5 PM
Friday, Dec. 10th from 11AM – 1PM & 3-5 PM (Also during Doughnuts with Dad)
* Bookmobile will be Thursday, December 9th.
* Upcoming Events: Friday, December 17th will be the 5th Grade Music Program at 2 PM in the gym. Parents, grandparents, etc. are welcome to attend. The PTA also plans to announce the winners of Reflections and hand out awards for Reflections to the students at this assembly.
* MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR LITERACY NIGHT on Wednesday, January 12th from 6:30 – 8:30 PM at the school for students and their families. It will be themed, “Exploring Books” and is going to be a lot of FUN!!!
* A Dime a Day Ongoing Fundraiser: Help us raise money for the end of the year field trips by donating 10 cents a day. We are setting a goal of $4,500 which will cover the bus expenses for class field trips. There will be a jar in the front office where anyone can donate as much as they would like.
* The Box Tops Competition for the month of December is between the 3rd Grade classes. You can bring in the following items: Box Tops, Cream of Weber lids, Campbell’s Soup labels, empty Elmer’s glue stick tubes/glue bottles and empty Neosporin tubes. Make sure Box Tops are cut out along the dotted lines and the soup labels are just the UPC with the point value. Bring in as much as you can and put them in the collection container in your classroom. THERE WILL BE A PRIZE FOR THE WINNING CLASS! Good Luck!
DECEMBER 6 - DECEMBER 10
* December Health & Safety Challenge: Be Positive
Keep your attitude positive, even though you may be cooped up inside this winter.
1. Find simple DAILY exercises to do inside that will keep you healthy and reduce stress.
2. Look for the good in people around you and give sincere compliments.
3. Watch for positive things in your own life and share with your family one good thing that happened to you each day or one thing you are thankful for.
* FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10TH IS DOUGHNUTS WITH DADS. It will go from 7:15 – 8:15 AM in the morning. Dads (or an uncle, grandpa, etc. if a dad is not able to come) are invited to attend with their McKinley student(s) that morning for breakfast. PLEASE do not park in the carpool lane!!
* BUY ONE GET ONE FREE BOOKFAIR ON THE STAGE!!!!
Wednesday, Dec. 8th from 3-6 PM
Thursday, Dec. 9th from 3-5 PM
Friday, Dec. 10th from 11AM – 1PM & 3-5 PM (Also during Doughnuts with Dad)
* Bookmobile will be Thursday, December 9th.
* Upcoming Events: Friday, December 17th will be the 5th Grade Music Program at 2 PM in the gym. Parents, grandparents, etc. are welcome to attend. The PTA also plans to announce the winners of Reflections and hand out awards for Reflections to the students at this assembly.
* MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR LITERACY NIGHT on Wednesday, January 12th from 6:30 – 8:30 PM at the school for students and their families. It will be themed, “Exploring Books” and is going to be a lot of FUN!!!
* A Dime a Day Ongoing Fundraiser: Help us raise money for the end of the year field trips by donating 10 cents a day. We are setting a goal of $4,500 which will cover the bus expenses for class field trips. There will be a jar in the front office where anyone can donate as much as they would like.
* The Box Tops Competition for the month of December is between the 3rd Grade classes. You can bring in the following items: Box Tops, Cream of Weber lids, Campbell’s Soup labels, empty Elmer’s glue stick tubes/glue bottles and empty Neosporin tubes. Make sure Box Tops are cut out along the dotted lines and the soup labels are just the UPC with the point value. Bring in as much as you can and put them in the collection container in your classroom. THERE WILL BE A PRIZE FOR THE WINNING CLASS! Good Luck!
Saturday, November 27, 2010
December Health & Safety Challenge
Each month there will be a personal challenge to help you be healthy and safe this year. If you discuss and accept this challenge with your parents, you can bring back a slip to be entered in a drawing for monthly rewards. You can also do your part to earn a “Blow Up Toy” Activity Day for the whole school at the end of the year. We are excited to see the fantastic students and staff at McKinley Elementary get fit and have fun this year!
December Challenge: Be Positive
Keep your attitude positive even though you may be cooped up inside this winter.
1. Find simple DAILY exercises to do inside that will keep you healthy and reduce stress.
2. Look for the good in people around you and give sincere compliments.
3. Watch for positive thingsin your own life ad share with your family one good thing that happeed to you eachday or one thin you are thankful for.
Don't forget to sign and return your sheet to drop box by the office if you accept this challenge for the month.
December Challenge: Be Positive
Keep your attitude positive even though you may be cooped up inside this winter.
1. Find simple DAILY exercises to do inside that will keep you healthy and reduce stress.
2. Look for the good in people around you and give sincere compliments.
3. Watch for positive thingsin your own life ad share with your family one good thing that happeed to you eachday or one thin you are thankful for.
Don't forget to sign and return your sheet to drop box by the office if you accept this challenge for the month.
December Principal's Message
I love this time of year as I am sure most of you do too. It’s a special time of year. It is a time to reflect on all that surrounds us, including our family, friends, home, and community. While it should be a yearlong sentiment, the spirit of the season compels us to give to one another.
So, amid the hustle and bustle, preparation and gift giving, don't overlook giving back to your school community. I am amazed at the number of volunteers that we have at McKinley and the spirit of volunteerism that exists here. McKinley is truly a school that gives back to the community. This spirit was shown last year during our food, clothing, and stuffed animal drives. This kind of action comes from good encouragement from home and family. With that thought in mind, we could always use more volunteer help in our school.
Why not give back to others and the school by volunteering in some way? If you would like to take the time to volunteer, the school could always use an extra pair of hands, ears, or eyes. We can always use help in our take home library and reading groups. Our students love to have visitors come and listen to them read and help them with their vocabulary words.
I have always felt good about our mission statement at McKinley School which simple states:
TEAM – Together Everyone Achieves More
I feel this says it all! To go along with this statement I would like to add these quotes…
There is no "I" in Team but there is a "u" in volunteer!
and
There is no "I" in Team, but we sure are glad there is "u" in our volunteers!
Thanks again for your support and understanding. McKinley is a great school and a great place to serve at.
Mr. Chadaz
So, amid the hustle and bustle, preparation and gift giving, don't overlook giving back to your school community. I am amazed at the number of volunteers that we have at McKinley and the spirit of volunteerism that exists here. McKinley is truly a school that gives back to the community. This spirit was shown last year during our food, clothing, and stuffed animal drives. This kind of action comes from good encouragement from home and family. With that thought in mind, we could always use more volunteer help in our school.
Why not give back to others and the school by volunteering in some way? If you would like to take the time to volunteer, the school could always use an extra pair of hands, ears, or eyes. We can always use help in our take home library and reading groups. Our students love to have visitors come and listen to them read and help them with their vocabulary words.
I have always felt good about our mission statement at McKinley School which simple states:
TEAM – Together Everyone Achieves More
I feel this says it all! To go along with this statement I would like to add these quotes…
There is no "I" in Team but there is a "u" in volunteer!
and
There is no "I" in Team, but we sure are glad there is "u" in our volunteers!
Thanks again for your support and understanding. McKinley is a great school and a great place to serve at.
Mr. Chadaz
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Activities Week 4 & 5
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES FOR THE WEEKS OF
NOVEMBER 22 - NOVEMBER 26
NOVEMBER 29 - DECEMBER 3
* Please be aware this information is for two weeks due to school being out next week for Thanksgiving.
* The Turkey Trot is on Tuesday, Nov. 23rd and is scheduled as follows if parents would like to come watch:
AM & All Day
Kindergarten 10:00 AM
PM Kindergarten 12:15 PM
1st Grade 12:45 PM
2nd Grade 1:05 PM
3rd Grade 1:25 PM
4th Grade 1:45 PM
5th Grade 2:05 PM
Kindergarten – 1st Grade will run a half mile and 2nd – 5th will run a mile. The boy and girl first place winners from each grade will receive a turkey, the boy and girl second place winners from each grade will receive a certificate for a free pumpkin pie at Kents, and the boy and girl third place winners from each grade will receive a loaf of homemade bread with a jar of jam. There will be a drawing for a few additional prizes that all students will have a chance of winning. Be ready to “strut your stuff ”!
* There will be an Awards Assembly at 1:40 PM on Monday, Nov. 23rd in the gym.
* Don’t forget the November Health & Safety Challenge: Be Healthy
Develop good hygiene habits to keep yourself healthy!
1. Wash, wash, wash your hands. Wash well and wash often to keep those germs away!
2. Use flu prevention techniques to keep form catching or spreading illness. Cover coughs and sneezes. Make sure vaccinations are up to date and consider getting a flu shot. ( See www.flu.gov)
3. Be sure to keep your smile healthy by brushing and flossing morning and night!
Our rewards drawing will be after Thanksgiving on November 30th.
* THERE WILL BE NO SCHOOL WEDNESDAY, NOV. 24TH – FRIDAY, NOV. 26TH. Have a very Happy Thanksgiving.
* Early Out is Wednesday, December 1st!! School dismissed at 12:55 PM. AM Kindergarten: 8:25 AM – 10:25 AM, PM Kindergarten: 10:55 AM – 12:55 PM
* BIRTHDAY TABLE FOR DECEMBER AND JULY BIRTHDAYS IS FRIDAY, DEC. 3RD.
* PLANNING AHEAD: Mark your calendars for the following events… more information will come in the weeks ahead:
Friday, December 10th will be Doughnuts with Dad in the morning before school.
Wednesday, December 8th – Friday, December 10th there will be a BUY ONE GET ONE FREE bookfair… take this opportunity to stock up on some fun books for Christmas gifts.
December 17th will be the 5th Grade Program: 2PM (Gym)
* A Dime a Day Ongoing Fundraiser: Help us raise money for the end of the year field trips by donating 10 cents a day. We are setting a goal of $4,500 which will cover the bus expenses for class field trips. There will be a jar in the front office where anyone can donate as much as they would like… unload that loose change in your pocket/purse.
* The Box Tops Competition for the month of November is between the 4th Grade classes. You can bring in the following items: Box Tops, Cream of Weber lids, Campbell’s Soup labels, empty Elmer’s glue stick tubes/glue bottles and empty Neosporin tubes. Make sure Box Tops are cut out along the dotted lines and the soup labels are just the UPC with the point value. Bring in as much as you can and put them in the collection container in your classroom. THERE WILL BE A PRIZE FOR THE WINNING CLASS! Good Luck!
NOVEMBER 22 - NOVEMBER 26
NOVEMBER 29 - DECEMBER 3
* Please be aware this information is for two weeks due to school being out next week for Thanksgiving.
* The Turkey Trot is on Tuesday, Nov. 23rd and is scheduled as follows if parents would like to come watch:
AM & All Day
Kindergarten 10:00 AM
PM Kindergarten 12:15 PM
1st Grade 12:45 PM
2nd Grade 1:05 PM
3rd Grade 1:25 PM
4th Grade 1:45 PM
5th Grade 2:05 PM
Kindergarten – 1st Grade will run a half mile and 2nd – 5th will run a mile. The boy and girl first place winners from each grade will receive a turkey, the boy and girl second place winners from each grade will receive a certificate for a free pumpkin pie at Kents, and the boy and girl third place winners from each grade will receive a loaf of homemade bread with a jar of jam. There will be a drawing for a few additional prizes that all students will have a chance of winning. Be ready to “strut your stuff ”!
* There will be an Awards Assembly at 1:40 PM on Monday, Nov. 23rd in the gym.
* Don’t forget the November Health & Safety Challenge: Be Healthy
Develop good hygiene habits to keep yourself healthy!
1. Wash, wash, wash your hands. Wash well and wash often to keep those germs away!
2. Use flu prevention techniques to keep form catching or spreading illness. Cover coughs and sneezes. Make sure vaccinations are up to date and consider getting a flu shot. ( See www.flu.gov)
3. Be sure to keep your smile healthy by brushing and flossing morning and night!
Our rewards drawing will be after Thanksgiving on November 30th.
* THERE WILL BE NO SCHOOL WEDNESDAY, NOV. 24TH – FRIDAY, NOV. 26TH. Have a very Happy Thanksgiving.
* Early Out is Wednesday, December 1st!! School dismissed at 12:55 PM. AM Kindergarten: 8:25 AM – 10:25 AM, PM Kindergarten: 10:55 AM – 12:55 PM
* BIRTHDAY TABLE FOR DECEMBER AND JULY BIRTHDAYS IS FRIDAY, DEC. 3RD.
* PLANNING AHEAD: Mark your calendars for the following events… more information will come in the weeks ahead:
Friday, December 10th will be Doughnuts with Dad in the morning before school.
Wednesday, December 8th – Friday, December 10th there will be a BUY ONE GET ONE FREE bookfair… take this opportunity to stock up on some fun books for Christmas gifts.
December 17th will be the 5th Grade Program: 2PM (Gym)
* A Dime a Day Ongoing Fundraiser: Help us raise money for the end of the year field trips by donating 10 cents a day. We are setting a goal of $4,500 which will cover the bus expenses for class field trips. There will be a jar in the front office where anyone can donate as much as they would like… unload that loose change in your pocket/purse.
* The Box Tops Competition for the month of November is between the 4th Grade classes. You can bring in the following items: Box Tops, Cream of Weber lids, Campbell’s Soup labels, empty Elmer’s glue stick tubes/glue bottles and empty Neosporin tubes. Make sure Box Tops are cut out along the dotted lines and the soup labels are just the UPC with the point value. Bring in as much as you can and put them in the collection container in your classroom. THERE WILL BE A PRIZE FOR THE WINNING CLASS! Good Luck!
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Activities Week 3
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES FOR THE WEEK OF
NOVEMBER 15 - NOVEMBER 19
* REFLECTIONS ENTRIES ARE DUE ON MONDAY, NOV. 15TH!
* There will be a 5th Grade Science Program on Monday, Nov. 15th at 8:40 AM
* Early Out is Wednesday, November 17th!! School dismissed at 12:55 PM.
AM Kindergarten: 8:25 AM – 10:25 AM, PM Kindergarten: 10:55 AM – 12:55 PM
* The 2nd Grade Music Program is on Friday, November 19th at 2:00 PM. Parents and grandparents are invited to attend.
* A Dime a Day Ongoing Fundraiser: Help us raise money for the end of the year field trips by donating 10 cents a day. We are setting a goal of $4,500 which will cover the bus expenses for class field trips. There will be a jar in the front office where anyone can donate as much as they would like… unload that loose change in your pocket/purse.
* Please make sure to sign in at the office when you come to volunteer at the school and don’t forget to mark your hours on a Volunteer Sheet so we can track the hours. There is a Volunteer Sheet in the office as well as at each classroom door. THANKS!
* The Box Tops Competition for the month of November is between the 4th Grade classes. You can bring in the following items: Box Tops, Cream of Weber lids, Campbell’s Soup labels, empty Elmer’s glue stick tubes/glue bottles and empty Neosporin tubes. Make sure Box Tops are cut out along the dotted lines and the soup labels are just the UPC with the point value. Bring in as much as you can and put them in the collection container in your classroom. THERE WILL BE A PRIZE FOR THE WINNING CLASS! Good Luck!
* It is getting very chilly outside, please make sure to dress your students appropriately so they stay healthy and warm. THANKS!
NOVEMBER 15 - NOVEMBER 19
* REFLECTIONS ENTRIES ARE DUE ON MONDAY, NOV. 15TH!
* There will be a 5th Grade Science Program on Monday, Nov. 15th at 8:40 AM
* Early Out is Wednesday, November 17th!! School dismissed at 12:55 PM.
AM Kindergarten: 8:25 AM – 10:25 AM, PM Kindergarten: 10:55 AM – 12:55 PM
* The 2nd Grade Music Program is on Friday, November 19th at 2:00 PM. Parents and grandparents are invited to attend.
* A Dime a Day Ongoing Fundraiser: Help us raise money for the end of the year field trips by donating 10 cents a day. We are setting a goal of $4,500 which will cover the bus expenses for class field trips. There will be a jar in the front office where anyone can donate as much as they would like… unload that loose change in your pocket/purse.
* Please make sure to sign in at the office when you come to volunteer at the school and don’t forget to mark your hours on a Volunteer Sheet so we can track the hours. There is a Volunteer Sheet in the office as well as at each classroom door. THANKS!
* The Box Tops Competition for the month of November is between the 4th Grade classes. You can bring in the following items: Box Tops, Cream of Weber lids, Campbell’s Soup labels, empty Elmer’s glue stick tubes/glue bottles and empty Neosporin tubes. Make sure Box Tops are cut out along the dotted lines and the soup labels are just the UPC with the point value. Bring in as much as you can and put them in the collection container in your classroom. THERE WILL BE A PRIZE FOR THE WINNING CLASS! Good Luck!
* It is getting very chilly outside, please make sure to dress your students appropriately so they stay healthy and warm. THANKS!
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Veterans Day Lunch
We have recently received word from the district office that we will offer free lunch to any veteran on Veterans Day next Thursday, November 11th. The veterans will need to call ahead for their lunch. THANKS!
CLASS PHOTO UPDATE
Individual school photos have gone home, but be aware that if you ordered a group photo, they are on their way and should be coming home within the week.
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Activities Week 2
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES FOR THE WEEK OF
NOVEMBER 8 - NOVEMBER 12
* Don’t forget DAYLIGHT SAVINGS is Nov. 7th. Turn back your clocks an hour Saturday night to be prepared for the time change at midnight on Sunday, November 7th.
* Please make sure to sign in at the office when you come to volunteer at the school and don’t forget to mark your hours on a Volunteer Sheet so we can track the hours. There is a Volunteer Sheet in the office as well as at each classroom door. THANKS!
* The Box Tops Competition for the month of November is between the 4th Grade classes. You can bring in the following items: Box Tops, Cream of Weber lids, Campbell’s Soup labels, empty Elmer’s glue stick tubes/glue bottles and empty Neosporin tubes. Make sure Box Tops are cut out along the dotted lines and the soup labels are just the UPC with the point value. Bring in as much as you can and put them in the collection container in your classroom. THERE WILL BE A PRIZE FOR THE WINNING CLASS! Good Luck!
* Congratulations to Mr. Bennett’s class who won the Box Tops Competition in October. WAY TO GO!!!
* Reflections information have been sent home. The theme this year is “Together we can”. If you want to see more information on the categories, rules, etc. you can visit www.ptareflections.org then click on “Learn More” then “Local Participation” and then “Rules and Entry Forms” or talk to Karma in the office. Get those creative juices flowing and use your imagination to create something fun and unique!!! Entries will be due in the office by Monday, Nov. 15th.
* Community Council Meeting – Monday, Nov. 8th at 3:15 PM in Missy Michaelis’ Room
* PTA Board Meeting – Tuesday, Nov. 9th at 3:10 PM in the Teacher’s Lounge
* Picture Retakes will be Wednesday, Nov. 10th
NOVEMBER 8 - NOVEMBER 12
* Don’t forget DAYLIGHT SAVINGS is Nov. 7th. Turn back your clocks an hour Saturday night to be prepared for the time change at midnight on Sunday, November 7th.
* Please make sure to sign in at the office when you come to volunteer at the school and don’t forget to mark your hours on a Volunteer Sheet so we can track the hours. There is a Volunteer Sheet in the office as well as at each classroom door. THANKS!
* The Box Tops Competition for the month of November is between the 4th Grade classes. You can bring in the following items: Box Tops, Cream of Weber lids, Campbell’s Soup labels, empty Elmer’s glue stick tubes/glue bottles and empty Neosporin tubes. Make sure Box Tops are cut out along the dotted lines and the soup labels are just the UPC with the point value. Bring in as much as you can and put them in the collection container in your classroom. THERE WILL BE A PRIZE FOR THE WINNING CLASS! Good Luck!
* Congratulations to Mr. Bennett’s class who won the Box Tops Competition in October. WAY TO GO!!!
* Reflections information have been sent home. The theme this year is “Together we can”. If you want to see more information on the categories, rules, etc. you can visit www.ptareflections.org then click on “Learn More” then “Local Participation” and then “Rules and Entry Forms” or talk to Karma in the office. Get those creative juices flowing and use your imagination to create something fun and unique!!! Entries will be due in the office by Monday, Nov. 15th.
* Community Council Meeting – Monday, Nov. 8th at 3:15 PM in Missy Michaelis’ Room
* PTA Board Meeting – Tuesday, Nov. 9th at 3:10 PM in the Teacher’s Lounge
* Picture Retakes will be Wednesday, Nov. 10th
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
November Health & Safety Challenge
Each month there will be a personal challenge to help you be healthy and safe this year. If you discuss and accept this challenge with your parents, you can bring back a slip to be entered in a drawing for monthly rewards. You can also do your part to earn a “Blow Up Toy” Activity Day for the whole school at the end of the year. We are excited to see the fantastic students and staff at McKinley Elementary get fit and have fun this year!
November Challenge: Be Healthy
Develop good hygiene habits to keep yourself healthy!
1. Wash, wash, wash your hands. Wash well and wash often to keep those germs away!
2. Use flu prevention techniques to keep form catching or spreading illness. (See BRHD Flyer)
3. Keep your smile healthy by brushing and flossing morning and night!
Activities Week 1
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES FOR THE WEEK OF
NOVEMBER 1 - NOVEMBER 5
* If you missed the last deadline to order a McKinley Cougar t-shirt and would like one, please fill out an order form and submit payment in the office. We can accept orders until Friday, November 5th. The last shirt order has come in, if you didn’t receive your shirt or have problems with your order, please contact Joan Whitaker, 257-8727.
* Please make sure to sign in at the office when you come to volunteer at the school and don’t forget to mark your hours on a Volunteer Sheet so we can track the hours. There is a Volunteer Sheet in the office as well as at each classroom door. THANKS!
* The Box Tops Competition for the month of November is between the 4th Grade classes. You can bring in the following items: Box Tops, Cream of Weber lids, Campbell’s Soup labels, empty Elmer’s glue stick tubes/glue bottles and empty Neosporin tubes. Make sure Box Tops are cut out along the dotted lines and the soup labels are just the UPC with the point value. Bring in as much as you can and put them in the collection container in your classroom. THERE WILL BE A PRIZE FOR THE WINNING CLASS! Good Luck!
* Early Out is Wednesday, November 3rd!!! School dismissed at 12:55 PM.
AM Kindergarten: 8:25 AM – 10:25 AM, PM Kindergarten: 10:55 AM – 12:55 PM
* BIRTHDAY TABLE FOR NOVEMBER IS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH.
* Watch for Reflections information to be coming home soon. The theme this year is “Together we can”. If you want to see more information on the categories, rules, etc. you can visit www.ptareflections.org then click on “Learn More” then “Local Participation” and then “Rules and Entry Forms”. Get those creative juices flowing and use your imagination to create something fun and unique!!! Entries will be due on Monday, Nov. 15th.
* It’s starting to get chilly outside, please make sure to send your students prepared for the cold weather.
NOVEMBER 1 - NOVEMBER 5
* If you missed the last deadline to order a McKinley Cougar t-shirt and would like one, please fill out an order form and submit payment in the office. We can accept orders until Friday, November 5th. The last shirt order has come in, if you didn’t receive your shirt or have problems with your order, please contact Joan Whitaker, 257-8727.
* Please make sure to sign in at the office when you come to volunteer at the school and don’t forget to mark your hours on a Volunteer Sheet so we can track the hours. There is a Volunteer Sheet in the office as well as at each classroom door. THANKS!
* The Box Tops Competition for the month of November is between the 4th Grade classes. You can bring in the following items: Box Tops, Cream of Weber lids, Campbell’s Soup labels, empty Elmer’s glue stick tubes/glue bottles and empty Neosporin tubes. Make sure Box Tops are cut out along the dotted lines and the soup labels are just the UPC with the point value. Bring in as much as you can and put them in the collection container in your classroom. THERE WILL BE A PRIZE FOR THE WINNING CLASS! Good Luck!
* Early Out is Wednesday, November 3rd!!! School dismissed at 12:55 PM.
AM Kindergarten: 8:25 AM – 10:25 AM, PM Kindergarten: 10:55 AM – 12:55 PM
* BIRTHDAY TABLE FOR NOVEMBER IS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH.
* Watch for Reflections information to be coming home soon. The theme this year is “Together we can”. If you want to see more information on the categories, rules, etc. you can visit www.ptareflections.org then click on “Learn More” then “Local Participation” and then “Rules and Entry Forms”. Get those creative juices flowing and use your imagination to create something fun and unique!!! Entries will be due on Monday, Nov. 15th.
* It’s starting to get chilly outside, please make sure to send your students prepared for the cold weather.
November Principal's Message
November is a time that welcomes seasonal changes and family gatherings of giving thanks to all the wonderful aspects life has to offer. Enjoy this wonderful time of year!
We continue to focus our instruction on raising our scores in reading comprehension/fluency and math proficiency. Our test scores continue to raise but we know our students can do better in the areas mentioned. A child enters into the world of “loving to read” by having many opportunities to explore books. From the infant stage to adulthood – books change and/or impact the lives of all of us. The magic that comes from the stories told promote lifelong memories. Instill the passion to read by reading with your child every night, having them read to you or having them share a story with the family. The key is understanding (comprehension) what the words mean not just how to say/pronounce the words. Writing about a family trip, weekend, a fun event, a friend or family member is a great way to encourage your child to write. Encourage the use of quotations, capital letters, using different characters and have those characters have a conversation with each other, etc. Encourage a variety of writing from your children, for example a letter to a friend or relative, a thank you note, an invitation, a true story (non-fiction) or a make believe story (fiction). The more reading and writing you encourage and expect your child to do the more proficient he/she will be! The same goes with math. Math is all around us and giving children opportunities to figure out math calculations or brain teasers is fun and a great way to have a family activity. Involve as many of the family members as possible and make a game out of math problems.
Look forward to literacy and math nights to gain helpful ideas to help with your child at home. We can all use some extra ideas to promote learning! We appreciate all you do to help us help your child excel here at McKinley Elementary School. We are truly a team at McKinley School and together we win.
Mr. Chadaz
We continue to focus our instruction on raising our scores in reading comprehension/fluency and math proficiency. Our test scores continue to raise but we know our students can do better in the areas mentioned. A child enters into the world of “loving to read” by having many opportunities to explore books. From the infant stage to adulthood – books change and/or impact the lives of all of us. The magic that comes from the stories told promote lifelong memories. Instill the passion to read by reading with your child every night, having them read to you or having them share a story with the family. The key is understanding (comprehension) what the words mean not just how to say/pronounce the words. Writing about a family trip, weekend, a fun event, a friend or family member is a great way to encourage your child to write. Encourage the use of quotations, capital letters, using different characters and have those characters have a conversation with each other, etc. Encourage a variety of writing from your children, for example a letter to a friend or relative, a thank you note, an invitation, a true story (non-fiction) or a make believe story (fiction). The more reading and writing you encourage and expect your child to do the more proficient he/she will be! The same goes with math. Math is all around us and giving children opportunities to figure out math calculations or brain teasers is fun and a great way to have a family activity. Involve as many of the family members as possible and make a game out of math problems.
Look forward to literacy and math nights to gain helpful ideas to help with your child at home. We can all use some extra ideas to promote learning! We appreciate all you do to help us help your child excel here at McKinley Elementary School. We are truly a team at McKinley School and together we win.
Mr. Chadaz
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Tremonton Trick-or-Treating
BEAR RIVER VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PUMPKIN WALK AND TRICK OR TREAT ON MAIN STREET!
The Festivities will be held on Friday, October 29th, 2010 From 3 PM- 6 PM. We will have a Pumpkin Walk at Midland Square and children will be able to Trick or Treat on Main Street at the Businesses that have a Ghost on their Window. They will also be able to Trick or Treat at the different Business’s Pumpkin Displays at the Pumpkin Walk. There will be face painting and games for everyone to enjoy!
Come on out and have some FUN!!!
The Festivities will be held on Friday, October 29th, 2010 From 3 PM- 6 PM. We will have a Pumpkin Walk at Midland Square and children will be able to Trick or Treat on Main Street at the Businesses that have a Ghost on their Window. They will also be able to Trick or Treat at the different Business’s Pumpkin Displays at the Pumpkin Walk. There will be face painting and games for everyone to enjoy!
Come on out and have some FUN!!!
Activities Week 4
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES FOR THE WEEK OF
OCTOBER 25 - OCTOBER 29
* If you missed the last deadline to order a McKinley Cougar t-shirt and would like one, please fill out an order form and submit payment in the office. We can accept orders until Friday, November 5th.
* Please make sure to sign in at the office when you come to volunteer at the school and don’t forget to mark your hours on a Volunteer Sheet so we can track the hours. There is a Volunteer Sheet in the office as well as at each classroom door. THANKS!
* SCHEDULE CHANGES: Please note that the School District has notified us of some additional early out days that have been made to the 2010-2011 school year schedule. Here is a list of ALL the early out days for the rest of the school year so you can plan accordingly:
November 3, 2010
November 17, 2010
December 1, 2010
December 15, 2010
January 5, 2011
January 19, 2011
January 26, 2011 (Parent-Teacher Conference)
February 2, 2011
February 16, 2011
March 2, 2011
March 16, 2011
April 6, 2011
April 20, 2011
May 4, 2011
May 18, 2011
All of these dates are on Wednesdays. So the early out days will now be the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month and students are still dismissed at 12:55 PM with AM Kindergarten from 8:25 – 10:25 AM and PM Kindergarten from 10:55 AM – 12:55 PM. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Also note the following change on Spring Break in April:
It was scheduled for Monday & Tuesday, April 25th & 26th
It will now be Friday, April 22nd & Monday, April 25th
* Red Ribbon Week is Here! It will be next week, Oct. 25-29. Let’s all get involved to show our commitment to living drug free!!!! Here is the Dress Up Day schedule:
Monday: Wear Red to show your support for Red Ribbon Week!
Tuesday: “Hats off to living drug free” Wear Fun Hats.
Wednesday: “My future is drug free!” Dress like what you want to be when you grow up.
Thursday: “Stomp out Drugs!” Wear crazy shoes, socks, boots or slippers. (Don’t forget real shoes for Recess & P.E. etc.)
Friday: “Live strong and drug free!” Wear your favorite team jersey, sports clothes or Cougar shirt.
Everyone is invited to enter our poster contest. The Theme is “Look at Me! I’m Drug Free!” Your posters can be on a regular (8 ½ x 11) sheet of paper and should show an activity that you love to do and can enjoy because you stay away from drugs. Please turn you papers in to the office by Thursday (10/28) morning before school.
*** Don’t forget to accept the October Challenge to “Be Strong!” Get plenty of exercise for your body and brain, and live Drug Free! The prize drawing will be on Friday, October 29th.
* There will be an assembly to celebrate Red Ribbon Week next Friday, October 29th at 2:00 PM in the gym sponsored by The BRHS Tough Club.
* The Annual McKinley Pumpkin Walk will be held next Thursday, Oct. 28th in the gym. All students & their families are invited to attend. It will be an Open House from 6:30 – 8:00 PM so come when you can and see how creative our students at McKinley can be. This year, those students that participate by bringing a decorated pumpkin to school in the day on Thursday, Oct. 28th for the Pumpkin Walk will receive an entry ticket from their teacher for a drawing to win some fun prizes that will be given to the winners during school on Friday, Oct. 29th. We will not be voting on the pumpkins this year, it is based on participation so everyone has the same chance of winning a prize but pumpkins need to be brought in that day. We will not be giving entries for the drawing that evening if you bring your pumpkin then. ATTN: Room Parents, please check with your teacher on their class theme for the Pumpkin Walk and then please have a poster prepared with the class name & theme and any type of decorations you wish to spruce up their display area (lights, tablecloth, etc.) and someone to come and set up the class table after school between 3:00 – 5:00 PM. You will also need to assign someone for clean-up of the class table after the Pumpkin Walk that evening. Make sure to use your list of moms for help with the activities throughout the year, they are willing and excited to help so you don’t have to run it all by yourself. We appreciate you!
* Don’t forget that the Box Tops Competition for the month of October is between the 5th Grade classes and the last day to turn them in is next Friday, October 29th. You can bring in the following items: Box Tops, Cream of Weber lids, Campbell’s Soup labels, empty Elmer’s glue stick tubes/glue bottles and empty Neosporin tubes. Make sure Box Tops are cut out along the dotted lines and the soup labels are just the UPC with the point value. Bring in as much as you can and put them in the collection container in your classroom. THERE WILL BE A PRIZE FOR THE WINNING CLASS! Good Luck!
* MAKE SURE TO BE SAFE TRICK-OR-TREATING!!!
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Activities Week 2 & 3
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES FOR THE WEEKS OF
OCTOBER 11 - 15
OCTOBER 18 - 22
* PTA Board Meeting: Monday, Oct. 11th @ 9:00 AM in the Teacher’s Lounge
* Community Council: Monday, Oct. 11th @ 3:15 PM in Mrs. M. Michaelis’ Room
* The Furlough Day that was scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 13th was cancelled so school will be held this day.
* FALL BREAK: Thursday, Oct. 14th and Friday, Oct. 15th (NO SCHOOL)
* Book Fair Schedule (on the stage in the gym):
- Tuesday, Oct. 19th from 3:00 – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday, Oct. 20th from 3:00 – 7:00 PM
- Thursday, Oct. 21st from 3:00 – 7:00 PM
- Friday, Oct. 22nd from 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
The Monster Mania coloring pages will be coming home on Friday, October 8th. They need to be turned back into the office by Wednesday, Oct. 13th. A $5 Book Gift Certificate will be awarded to one boy winner and one girl winner from each grade!
* Parent Teacher Conferences Schedule:
- Wednesday, Oct. 20th, School dismissed at 12:55 PM (Kindergarten students will have their short schedule like on the 1st Wednesday of the month) – Conferences run from 3:00 -7:00 PM that evening.
- Thursday, Oct. 21st, Normal school schedule - Conferences run from 3:00 -7:00 PM that evening.
- Friday, Oct. 22nd, No school for Kindergarten students only – Conferences held as needed for the parents and students of Kindergarteners.
You will receive a note with a scheduled day/time for you and your student to meet with their teacher. THANKS!
* Fundraiser orders will arrive on Wednesday, Oct. 20th and will be sent home with the students that day. If you know you had a lot of orders and your student will not be able to carry it all home walking or on the bus, you may need to arrange to pick your student up from school that day to help with the order. Also, if you had cookie dough orders, they have to be picked up that day because we have no place to store them. Please be prompt in delivering the items to those who ordered from you.
* Don’t forget that the Box Tops Competition for the month of October is between the 5th Grade classes. The competition will be which class can bring in the most of the following items: Box Tops, Cream of Weber lids, Campbell’s Soup labels, empty Elmer’s glue stick tubes/glue bottles and empty Neosporin tubes. Make sure Box Tops are cut out along the dotted lines and the soup labels are just the UPC with the point value. Bring in as much as you can all month and put them in the collection container in your classroom. THERE WILL BE A PRIZE FOR THE WINNING CLASS! THANKS and Good Luck!
Friday, October 1, 2010
October Health & Safety Challenge
Each month there will be a personal challenge to help you be healthy and safe this year. If you discuss and accept this challenge with your parents, you can bring back a slip to be entered in a drawing for monthly rewards. You can also do your part to earn a “Blow Up Toy” Activity Day for the whole school at the end of the year. We are excited to see the fantastic students and staff at McKinley Elementary get fit and have fun this year!
October Challenge: Be Strong
Have the strength to do and be your best!
1. Get regular physical exercise and strength training to keep your body strong. (Try for a minimum of 30 minutes a day, at least three days a week.)
2. Keep your mind strong by making homework and studying a priority!
3. Be strong to live Drug Free! Watch for fun Red Ribbon Week activities!
Please sign and return the slip that was sent home to the box placed outside the office to be entered in the drawing!
October Challenge: Be Strong
Have the strength to do and be your best!
1. Get regular physical exercise and strength training to keep your body strong. (Try for a minimum of 30 minutes a day, at least three days a week.)
2. Keep your mind strong by making homework and studying a priority!
3. Be strong to live Drug Free! Watch for fun Red Ribbon Week activities!
Please sign and return the slip that was sent home to the box placed outside the office to be entered in the drawing!
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Activities Week 1
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES FOR THE WEEK OF
OCTOBER 4 - OCTOBER 8
* Note from Mr. Chadaz:
Time is flying by. Things are going great at McKinley Elementary. The students are studying hard and the teachers are all working to provide the best education possible. There is truly a team spirit at McKinley and I appreciate the PTA, the Community Council, and all parents for their support and help. I have been so impressed with the way parents have taken responsibility for their child’s education and supported the school and the teachers. Along with this I have received great suggestions of how our school can run more smoothly. I am always open for suggestions and once again I appreciate your patience and cooperation with me and the team of educators at McKinley Elementary School.
One area of concern that has been on my mind and others is carpool procedures. It is important that specific guidelines be followed because our carpool is located on a city street and not within a campus property.
During carpool, EVERYONE please follow the following school guidelines:
* Please observe posted speed limit signs as we are in a residential neighborhood and are concerned about the safety of your children.
* Cars in the pickup line should never be left unattended.
* Carpool drivers are not permitted to get out of their car to find their child. Teachers and Staff are stationed outside to find and load the children into the cars.
* Please observe all neighborhood parking signs. The city enforces penalties for illegal parking.
* Please stay in the carpool line as close to the curb as possible when dropping off and picking up your children.
* Please do not block driveways or street entrances and exits as you wait in carpool line.
* If a car is still waiting for a student after the other cars in the line have been filled, that car will be directed to pull up.
* Please drop off children at the main entrance before proceeding to the parking lot. * Please do not park in the driveways at any time. Vehicles in the driveway area block the cafeteria loading dock and garbage removal access and are subject to towing.
* Students should be instructed never to leave school with anyone other than the person who normally comes for them. If a child is to go home with someone other than the regular driver or if a child is to walk home who normally does not, a note to that effect must be sent to the school.
* Please be prompt at dismissal time.
* Please do not turn around on 500 South after picking up carpool. No U Turn Signs are posted.
* Please tell children to stay on the sidewalk until their car has come to a stop.
* Parking for assemblies and other special events will be provided in the parking lot or at the east side rear of the school.
Thanks again for your help and support with everything and especially with the carpool situation. Mr. Chadaz
* The Book Fair is Coming! (See monthly calendar for dates/times and more information will follow) Watch for the Monster Mania coloring pages that should be coming out on Friday, October 8. They need to be turned back into the office by Thursday, October 14. A $5 Book Gift Certificate will be awarded to one boy winner and one girl winner from each grade!
* Early Out is Wednesday, October 6th. School will be dismissed at 12:55 PM.
* If you ordered a T-Shirt, they are ordered and should be here in about 2 weeks. THANKS!
* KUED kids is sponsoring a Read-a-thon for kids. If your students are interested, please go to www.kuedkids.org, click on Ready To Learn at the top, then click on Reading Marathon for a reading log sheet and more information. They have a fun party at the end for all those who reach the reading goal and track it online.
October Principal's Message
During the month of October,
we as a school will be talking about respect.
Being respectful means knowing the inherent value of a person or object. It means treating others as you would like to be treated, and treating objects with consideration. Showing respect to others is often the first step to making new friends.
Being respectful tells people you not only care about others, but you care about yourself. The most important part of being respectful is respecting yourself; if you don't, people won't respect you.
Being respectful is something that should be incorporated into your everyday lifestyle and part of your regular social skills. Being respectful is shown in a lot more ways than just using your 'please' and "thank you's". You also need to feel respect for someone even if they don't respect themselves or you. Or at least act like it.
Remember- It takes respect to earn respect. A great technique for giving respect is to empathize or relate to the other person. Listening and responding intelligently, seriously, and beneficially shows a great amount of respect. Everyone wants what they say to be heard and taken into consideration.
The definition of respect is the acknowledgement that someone or something has value. This gets to the point of the fact that while we may not always agree with someone or what they say, but we must always respect what it is that they say. How should you go about showing others respect? There are several simple things that go a long ways.
Be attentive to what they are saying. Make eye contact with them when they are talking and don't be day dreaming. Eye contact is the best way to show interest.
Be fair towards the other person. Many times we unfairly judge another person or their views and don't show them the respect they deserve.
Give them time to say what it is they want to say. One of the best ways to show no respect whatsoever is to rudely cut in while the other person is speaking. Allow them their time and you are likely to get yours as well.
Be sensitive to their thoughts and feelings. Just as you would want others to show some sensitivity toward the things you feel strongest about, you must do the same to others.
It takes some time to gain some respect but it is so easy to lose respect at the same time. This is something we must all work on. Here are some reminders for this month:
Cool Weather: Just a reminder to parents to be sure your children come to school with a jacket, sweater, or sweatshirt now that there’s a chill in the air in the mornings before school. We open the school doors at 7:50 a.m. for those students eating breakfast at school.
Fall Break – October 14th – 15th (note there is no furlough day on October 13th)
Parent Teacher Conferences/Bookfair: Will be held October 20th and 21st in the evenings. School will be dismissed early on October 20th for the teachers to prepare for these conferences. You and your child with meet with the teacher to discuss academic progress and set some goals for this school year. More information will be coming home with your child. (Kindergarten students will not be attending school on October 22nd to accommodate for an extra day of conferencing.)
Red Ribbon Week, Oct. 25th-29th: Our PTA has special activities and events scheduled this week to help students learn to make healthy choices in their lives.
We’ve had a very smooth start to this school year because students are doing an excellent job of following our school rules! Parents, thanks so much for your support!
Mr. Chadaz
we as a school will be talking about respect.
Being respectful means knowing the inherent value of a person or object. It means treating others as you would like to be treated, and treating objects with consideration. Showing respect to others is often the first step to making new friends.
Being respectful tells people you not only care about others, but you care about yourself. The most important part of being respectful is respecting yourself; if you don't, people won't respect you.
Being respectful is something that should be incorporated into your everyday lifestyle and part of your regular social skills. Being respectful is shown in a lot more ways than just using your 'please' and "thank you's". You also need to feel respect for someone even if they don't respect themselves or you. Or at least act like it.
Remember- It takes respect to earn respect. A great technique for giving respect is to empathize or relate to the other person. Listening and responding intelligently, seriously, and beneficially shows a great amount of respect. Everyone wants what they say to be heard and taken into consideration.
The definition of respect is the acknowledgement that someone or something has value. This gets to the point of the fact that while we may not always agree with someone or what they say, but we must always respect what it is that they say. How should you go about showing others respect? There are several simple things that go a long ways.
Be attentive to what they are saying. Make eye contact with them when they are talking and don't be day dreaming. Eye contact is the best way to show interest.
Be fair towards the other person. Many times we unfairly judge another person or their views and don't show them the respect they deserve.
Give them time to say what it is they want to say. One of the best ways to show no respect whatsoever is to rudely cut in while the other person is speaking. Allow them their time and you are likely to get yours as well.
Be sensitive to their thoughts and feelings. Just as you would want others to show some sensitivity toward the things you feel strongest about, you must do the same to others.
It takes some time to gain some respect but it is so easy to lose respect at the same time. This is something we must all work on. Here are some reminders for this month:
Cool Weather: Just a reminder to parents to be sure your children come to school with a jacket, sweater, or sweatshirt now that there’s a chill in the air in the mornings before school. We open the school doors at 7:50 a.m. for those students eating breakfast at school.
Fall Break – October 14th – 15th (note there is no furlough day on October 13th)
Parent Teacher Conferences/Bookfair: Will be held October 20th and 21st in the evenings. School will be dismissed early on October 20th for the teachers to prepare for these conferences. You and your child with meet with the teacher to discuss academic progress and set some goals for this school year. More information will be coming home with your child. (Kindergarten students will not be attending school on October 22nd to accommodate for an extra day of conferencing.)
Red Ribbon Week, Oct. 25th-29th: Our PTA has special activities and events scheduled this week to help students learn to make healthy choices in their lives.
We’ve had a very smooth start to this school year because students are doing an excellent job of following our school rules! Parents, thanks so much for your support!
Mr. Chadaz
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Activities Week 3 & 4
Upcoming Activities for the Weeks of
September 20 - September 25
September 27 - October 1
* Please notice that this post is for two weeks instead of just one.
* If you still have an order for the Fundraiser, the last day we can accept late orders is SEPTEMBER 22nd.
* A Dime a Day Ongoing Fundraiser: Help us raise money for the end of the year field trips by donating 10 cents a day. We are setting a goal of $4,500 which will cover the bus expenses for class field trips. There will be a jar in the front office where anyone can donate as much as they would like… unload that loose change in your pocket/purse.
* Show school spirit by wearing ANY McKinley Cougar shirt, hoodie, etc. on FRIDAY of each week!
* September 21st – Vision & Hearing Screening
* September 22-24th – IHC Paper Survey for Weight Study (3rd Grade Only)
* September 29th – Picture Day (Class & Individual)
* September 30th – Bookmobile
* October 1st – Birthday Table
* For working hard on the fundraiser, there will be an assembly with “Tootsie” the Clown for the kids on Friday, October 1st at 1:55 PM in the gym. Morning Kindergarteners are invited to attend with parents.
* The Literacy Program is still in need of volunteers in the Take Home Library (especially on Mondays and daily in the afternoons). If you or any close relatives are willing to volunteer, please contact Lynette Bullen at the school.
September 20 - September 25
September 27 - October 1
* Please notice that this post is for two weeks instead of just one.
* If you still have an order for the Fundraiser, the last day we can accept late orders is SEPTEMBER 22nd.
* A Dime a Day Ongoing Fundraiser: Help us raise money for the end of the year field trips by donating 10 cents a day. We are setting a goal of $4,500 which will cover the bus expenses for class field trips. There will be a jar in the front office where anyone can donate as much as they would like… unload that loose change in your pocket/purse.
* Show school spirit by wearing ANY McKinley Cougar shirt, hoodie, etc. on FRIDAY of each week!
* September 21st – Vision & Hearing Screening
* September 22-24th – IHC Paper Survey for Weight Study (3rd Grade Only)
* September 29th – Picture Day (Class & Individual)
* September 30th – Bookmobile
* October 1st – Birthday Table
* For working hard on the fundraiser, there will be an assembly with “Tootsie” the Clown for the kids on Friday, October 1st at 1:55 PM in the gym. Morning Kindergarteners are invited to attend with parents.
* The Literacy Program is still in need of volunteers in the Take Home Library (especially on Mondays and daily in the afternoons). If you or any close relatives are willing to volunteer, please contact Lynette Bullen at the school.
Thursday, September 9, 2010
SCHEDULE CHANGES!!!
After the School Board Meeting held on September 8th, there have been some changes to the Box Elder School District 2010-2011 calendar.
The furlough days (days off) that were scheduled for this school year have been cancelled. The dates were as follows:
October 13th, January 14th, & April 22nd
These were scheduled as days where school would not be held but now school WILL be held on these days.
Parent Teacher Conferences have also been changed. They originally were scheduled for October 21st and February 1st being one day each time and the kids would not be attending school on those two days. Now, the kids will be attending school those two days and Parent Teacher Conferences will be as follows:
October 20th - Kids attend school this day but dismissed early, Parent Teacher Conferences held that evening for students/parents of all grades.
October 21st - Normal school schedule, Parent Teacher Conferences held that evening for students/parents of all grades except Kindergarten.
October 22nd - Normal school schedule except Kindergarten kids WILL NOT attend this day, Parent Teacher Conferences held this day for KINDERGARTEN students/parents only.
NOTE: Book Fair will be held during Conference Days this week.
The winter Parent Teacher Conferences will be as follows:
January 26th- Kids attend school this day but dismissed early, Parent Teacher Conferences held that evening for students/parents of all grades.
January 27th - Normal school schedule, Parent Teacher Conferences held that evening for students/parents of all grades except Kindergarten.
January 28th - Normal school schedule except Kindergarten kids WILL NOT attend this day, Parent Teacher Conferences held this day for KINDERGARTEN students/parents only.
NOTE: Book Fair will be held during Conference Days this week.
We wanted to notify you of these changes so you can plan accordingly.
THANK YOU!
The furlough days (days off) that were scheduled for this school year have been cancelled. The dates were as follows:
October 13th, January 14th, & April 22nd
These were scheduled as days where school would not be held but now school WILL be held on these days.
Parent Teacher Conferences have also been changed. They originally were scheduled for October 21st and February 1st being one day each time and the kids would not be attending school on those two days. Now, the kids will be attending school those two days and Parent Teacher Conferences will be as follows:
October 20th - Kids attend school this day but dismissed early, Parent Teacher Conferences held that evening for students/parents of all grades.
October 21st - Normal school schedule, Parent Teacher Conferences held that evening for students/parents of all grades except Kindergarten.
October 22nd - Normal school schedule except Kindergarten kids WILL NOT attend this day, Parent Teacher Conferences held this day for KINDERGARTEN students/parents only.
NOTE: Book Fair will be held during Conference Days this week.
The winter Parent Teacher Conferences will be as follows:
January 26th- Kids attend school this day but dismissed early, Parent Teacher Conferences held that evening for students/parents of all grades.
January 27th - Normal school schedule, Parent Teacher Conferences held that evening for students/parents of all grades except Kindergarten.
January 28th - Normal school schedule except Kindergarten kids WILL NOT attend this day, Parent Teacher Conferences held this day for KINDERGARTEN students/parents only.
NOTE: Book Fair will be held during Conference Days this week.
We wanted to notify you of these changes so you can plan accordingly.
THANK YOU!
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Activities Week 2
Upcoming Activities for the Week of
September 13 - September 17
* Remember, ALL FUNDRAISER MONEY & ORDERS ARE DUE ON SEPTEMBER 16th. Fundraiser money will be used for fun PTA activities at our school throughout the year.
* A Dime a Day Ongoing Fundraiser: Help us raise money for the end of the year field trips by donating 10 cents a day. We are setting a goal of $4,500 which will cover the bus expenses for class field trips. There will be a jar in the front office where anyone can donate as much as they would like… unload that loose change in your pocket/purse.
* If you didn’t have a chance to come to registration and still would like to join PTA or order a t-shirt, we sent home order sheets with last week’s weekly note or you can get one in the office. The last day to take orders for t-shirts is Sept. 17th. The drawing for the Quilt will also take place on September 17th. You will be notified if you are the lucky winner.
* Show school spirit by wearing ANY McKinley Cougar shirt, hoodie, etc. on FRIDAY of each week!
* September 13th – PTA Board Meeting, 9 AM, Teacher’s Lounge
* September 13th - Community Council, 3:15 PM, Mrs. M. Michaelis’ Room
* September 16th - Bookmobile
* Important note from Mr. Chadaz:
It has been a very busy week getting school started up. We have welcomed many new faces, students and staff members. It going to be a great year!
We hope you’ll take a few minutes and make sure that your child’s belongings are labeled with his/her name. We find many lost items and having a name on things helps us get them returned to their rightful owner.
We’d like to remind you that children should not be dropped off at school prior to 7:50 a.m. Proper supervision is not available prior to that time and we want each of our students to be safe. Our amazing kitchen staff begins serving breakfast at 7:50 a.m. School starts at 8:25 a.m. Please know that any child arriving late should check in at the office. We request that all of the students be checked out through the office. Please come directly to the office and we’ll be happy to assist you in checking your student out.
A change this year is our early-out schedule. The entire district will have early out on the first Wednesday of each month. This should help families to only remember one day a month and plan accordinly as to different school times. McKinley School will be dismissed at 12:55 p.m. The kindergarten sessions will only be two hours each. Therefore the morning kindergarten begins at 8:25 a.m. and ends at 10:25 a.m. The afternoon kindergarten session will begin at 10:55 a.m. and end at 12:55 p.m. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter. The purpose of early out is to provide a time for teachers and administration to conduct professional development within their school to improve instruction and best practices.
Please inquire about the free/reduced lunch application form to see if your family qualifies for free/reduced lunch. If you do qualify and have not yet completed the 2010-2011 form, please complete this year’s form and return it to school by Friday, September 24th. We have extra forms in the school office if you need one to complete. Please fill out the form, even if you do not intend to use this benefit and even if your child doesn’t usually eat school lunch. Even if you applied for free/reduced lunch last year, we need you to reapply for this new school year. Our school receives a large chunk of federal funding based on the percentage of our students who qualify for free/reduced lunch. Please call Janet Morton at 257-2590 if you have any questions. Thanks so much for your help with this!
McKinley Elementary is a great place to be and there are great things happening. It takes a great team to make this happen and we appreciate your teamwork to help your students succeed. Thanks for your support!
Together
Everyone
Achieves
More
September 13 - September 17
* Remember, ALL FUNDRAISER MONEY & ORDERS ARE DUE ON SEPTEMBER 16th. Fundraiser money will be used for fun PTA activities at our school throughout the year.
* A Dime a Day Ongoing Fundraiser: Help us raise money for the end of the year field trips by donating 10 cents a day. We are setting a goal of $4,500 which will cover the bus expenses for class field trips. There will be a jar in the front office where anyone can donate as much as they would like… unload that loose change in your pocket/purse.
* If you didn’t have a chance to come to registration and still would like to join PTA or order a t-shirt, we sent home order sheets with last week’s weekly note or you can get one in the office. The last day to take orders for t-shirts is Sept. 17th. The drawing for the Quilt will also take place on September 17th. You will be notified if you are the lucky winner.
* Show school spirit by wearing ANY McKinley Cougar shirt, hoodie, etc. on FRIDAY of each week!
* September 13th – PTA Board Meeting, 9 AM, Teacher’s Lounge
* September 13th - Community Council, 3:15 PM, Mrs. M. Michaelis’ Room
* September 16th - Bookmobile
* Important note from Mr. Chadaz:
It has been a very busy week getting school started up. We have welcomed many new faces, students and staff members. It going to be a great year!
We hope you’ll take a few minutes and make sure that your child’s belongings are labeled with his/her name. We find many lost items and having a name on things helps us get them returned to their rightful owner.
We’d like to remind you that children should not be dropped off at school prior to 7:50 a.m. Proper supervision is not available prior to that time and we want each of our students to be safe. Our amazing kitchen staff begins serving breakfast at 7:50 a.m. School starts at 8:25 a.m. Please know that any child arriving late should check in at the office. We request that all of the students be checked out through the office. Please come directly to the office and we’ll be happy to assist you in checking your student out.
A change this year is our early-out schedule. The entire district will have early out on the first Wednesday of each month. This should help families to only remember one day a month and plan accordinly as to different school times. McKinley School will be dismissed at 12:55 p.m. The kindergarten sessions will only be two hours each. Therefore the morning kindergarten begins at 8:25 a.m. and ends at 10:25 a.m. The afternoon kindergarten session will begin at 10:55 a.m. and end at 12:55 p.m. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter. The purpose of early out is to provide a time for teachers and administration to conduct professional development within their school to improve instruction and best practices.
Please inquire about the free/reduced lunch application form to see if your family qualifies for free/reduced lunch. If you do qualify and have not yet completed the 2010-2011 form, please complete this year’s form and return it to school by Friday, September 24th. We have extra forms in the school office if you need one to complete. Please fill out the form, even if you do not intend to use this benefit and even if your child doesn’t usually eat school lunch. Even if you applied for free/reduced lunch last year, we need you to reapply for this new school year. Our school receives a large chunk of federal funding based on the percentage of our students who qualify for free/reduced lunch. Please call Janet Morton at 257-2590 if you have any questions. Thanks so much for your help with this!
McKinley Elementary is a great place to be and there are great things happening. It takes a great team to make this happen and we appreciate your teamwork to help your students succeed. Thanks for your support!
Together
Everyone
Achieves
More
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
September Health & Safety Challenge
2010-11 Health and Safety Challenge
BE YOUR BEST!
Each month there will be a personal challenge to help you be healthy and safe this year. If you discuss and accept this challenge with your parents, you can bring back a slip to be entered in a drawing for monthly rewards. You can also do your part to earn a “Blow Up Toy” Activity Day for the whole school at the end of the year. We are excited to see the fantastic students and staff at McKinley Elementary get fit and have fun this year!
September Challenge: Be Ready
Come to school rested, fueled up, and safely and be ready to learn!
1. Be well rested and ready for each new school day.
2. Eat a healthy breakfast at home or school every morning to give your body the fuel it needs to be strong and healthy.
3. Be safe getting to school. Follow rules at the bus stop and on the bus. Buckle up in the carpool and every time you are in a car. If you walk to or from school be a safe pedestrian. Watch for Green Ribbon information!
Please sign and return the slip that was sent home to the box placed outside the office to be entered in the drawing!
BE YOUR BEST!
Each month there will be a personal challenge to help you be healthy and safe this year. If you discuss and accept this challenge with your parents, you can bring back a slip to be entered in a drawing for monthly rewards. You can also do your part to earn a “Blow Up Toy” Activity Day for the whole school at the end of the year. We are excited to see the fantastic students and staff at McKinley Elementary get fit and have fun this year!
September Challenge: Be Ready
Come to school rested, fueled up, and safely and be ready to learn!
1. Be well rested and ready for each new school day.
2. Eat a healthy breakfast at home or school every morning to give your body the fuel it needs to be strong and healthy.
3. Be safe getting to school. Follow rules at the bus stop and on the bus. Buckle up in the carpool and every time you are in a car. If you walk to or from school be a safe pedestrian. Watch for Green Ribbon information!
Please sign and return the slip that was sent home to the box placed outside the office to be entered in the drawing!
Activities Week 1
Upcoming Activities for the Week of
September 6 - September 10
* WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL!!!!! :o)
* For the 2010-2011 school year, we will be doing the newsletter a little different. At the first of each month, we will send home a month-at-a-glance calendar with all the activities on it and the lunch menu for the month with the Principal’s Message on the back. We will then do a weekly update of upcoming activities with more detailed information on the Friday before the next week begins. If no note comes home on Friday, that means there are not any activities that week. All this information will be posted on our new BLOG site as well at www.mckinleycougars.blogspot.com. Make sure to add this site to your “favorites” in your internet browser so if you lose your note that came home and need to know information, you can easily access it online.
* Remember, the Fundraiser kicked off Friday, September 3rd so let’s raise some money for fun activities for our school!
* September 6th is Labor Day, there will be NO SCHOOL!
* Kindergarten students will not attend school this week but will have assessments with their parent and teacher. The teacher will send home a reminder note of the date you are scheduled to meet.
* Green Ribbon Week will begin on Tuesday, make sure to sign the pledge and return with your child to give to their teacher. There will be some fun activities during the day throughout the week.
* A Dime a Day Ongoing Fundraiser: Help us raise money for the end of the year field trips by donating 10 cents a day. We are setting a goal of $4,500 which will cover the bus expenses for class field trips. There will be a jar in the front office where anyone can donate as much as they would like… unload that loose change in your pocket/purse.
* If you didn’t have a chance to come to registration and still would like to join PTA or order a t-shirt, we sent home an order sheet with more information or you can come into the office for one. The drawing for the Quilt will take place on September 17th. You will be notified if you are the lucky winner.
* Fridge calendar magnets/handbooks are being sent home, ONE PER FAMILY, with the youngest child. If your family DOES NOT receive one, let Karma know in the office. THANKS!
* We sent home the sheet to kick off the year with the September Health & Safety Challenge. There will be one each month. Please review the paper and if you agree to the challenge, return the slip as noted in the instructions. THANKS!
* Show school spirit by wearing ANY McKinley Cougar shirt, hoodie, jacket, etc. on FRIDAY of each week!
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
September Principal's Message
Happy New Year!
Welcome to the 2010-2011 school year! I hope that all of you had a wonderful summer. I can’t wait to hear about all of your adventures! As always, I am looking forward to watching our students grow to be all that they can be at McKinley Elementary.School. It’s a great school with great students, great staff, great parents, and great support.
We will continue with the “Be a PRO” program and I feel it is very fitting, because we are committed to implementing more into our students’ learning, behavior, and citizenship.. The staff at McKinley Elementary will strive to build on each other’s strengths as we work toward our students’ educational goals.
We have more exciting news for the 2010-2011 school year! It is my pleasure to announce new additions to the faculty. Please join me in welcoming Shauna Coombs and Tammy Bench as our new Speech and Language Pathologists. These ladies have had many years of experience and we are lucky to have them with us. We also have Bertha Mabey joining us in our kitchen. She is a fun person to be around and does a good job. We will also be adding some new aides so when you see a new face stop and introduce yourself.
This year our district’s budget cut has challenged all schools to think of new ways we can continue to provide the same quality of education and services with less money involved. I am confident we can do this and as we work as a team we will be successful.
There has been a lot of news of schools that did not make Adequate Yearly Progess (AYP) this past year with the new standards set by the federal government. The state of Utah did better than the nation but only 60% of the schools in the entire state met AYP for th 2010 – 2011 year.compared to 80% the year before. I am happy to say the McKinley Elementary School did make AYP and this is something to be proud of. Again, this took the support of staff, parents, and the community along with the hard work of the students.
All of our families are an important and a valued part of the McKinley Elementary School community. We truly appreciate your participation and support that you have so generously provided. We will have many innovative academic/instructional plans, activities, and events in this school year. We appreciate your input and volunteer work. Please feel free to call, email, or stop by if you have a concern, question, or just want to share some exciting news about your child.
As always, Be a PRO!
Sincerely,
Steve Chadaz, Principal
Welcome to the 2010-2011 school year! I hope that all of you had a wonderful summer. I can’t wait to hear about all of your adventures! As always, I am looking forward to watching our students grow to be all that they can be at McKinley Elementary.School. It’s a great school with great students, great staff, great parents, and great support.
We will continue with the “Be a PRO” program and I feel it is very fitting, because we are committed to implementing more into our students’ learning, behavior, and citizenship.. The staff at McKinley Elementary will strive to build on each other’s strengths as we work toward our students’ educational goals.
We have more exciting news for the 2010-2011 school year! It is my pleasure to announce new additions to the faculty. Please join me in welcoming Shauna Coombs and Tammy Bench as our new Speech and Language Pathologists. These ladies have had many years of experience and we are lucky to have them with us. We also have Bertha Mabey joining us in our kitchen. She is a fun person to be around and does a good job. We will also be adding some new aides so when you see a new face stop and introduce yourself.
This year our district’s budget cut has challenged all schools to think of new ways we can continue to provide the same quality of education and services with less money involved. I am confident we can do this and as we work as a team we will be successful.
There has been a lot of news of schools that did not make Adequate Yearly Progess (AYP) this past year with the new standards set by the federal government. The state of Utah did better than the nation but only 60% of the schools in the entire state met AYP for th 2010 – 2011 year.compared to 80% the year before. I am happy to say the McKinley Elementary School did make AYP and this is something to be proud of. Again, this took the support of staff, parents, and the community along with the hard work of the students.
All of our families are an important and a valued part of the McKinley Elementary School community. We truly appreciate your participation and support that you have so generously provided. We will have many innovative academic/instructional plans, activities, and events in this school year. We appreciate your input and volunteer work. Please feel free to call, email, or stop by if you have a concern, question, or just want to share some exciting news about your child.
As always, Be a PRO!
Sincerely,
Steve Chadaz, Principal
Friday, January 1, 2010
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