Tiogue's Weekly Family Newsletter
Home of the Timberwolves May 5, 2018 vol 33
Annual ARTS NIGHT - MAY 8TH - SAVE THE DATE
Arts Night
2018
Tiogue School
Tuesday, May 8th
6:00 – 8:00pm
Enjoy a
“Night of the Arts”
Come enjoy an art exhibit of student work lining the hallways and
help work on a Community Service Art project in the cafeteria!
Band and Chorus Concert in the gym from 6:30-7:30pm
Refreshments will be provided by the PTA
We hope to see you there!
Please remember:
Several children are being dropped off at school prior to 8:20am and there is no adult supervision at that time.
Important Dates and Information
*Our grading calendar may change slightly. Normally, grades should close for the mid-trimester on Monday, April 30th...with progress reports following on May 15th.
Progress reports will now go home on May 23rd. Not all students will receive final progress reports. See our Elementary Director's letter below for a detailed explanation (Mid-Trimester Parent Letter).
Upcoming Dates to Remember-
May 2018
*May 7th-11th is Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week!
-May 7, 2018 - Mathematics RICAS Testing for Gr. 3
-May 8, 2018 - Mathematics RICAS Testing for Gr. 3; PTA Appreciation Luncheon for our Faculty and Staff!
-May 8, 2018 - ARTS NIGHT - 6-8pm at Tiogue
-May 10, 2018 - School Committee Mtg. 7pm Details to follow
-May 11, 2018 - Faculty & Staff Appreciation Breakfast
-May 12, 2018 - PTA Girls' Night Out - all students are invited
-May 14, 2018 - Practice Test for the new RI Science Assessment, gr. 5 only
-May 17, 2018 - PTA Mtg. 3:30pm
-May 21st-25th: PBIS SPIRIT WEEK- flyer and details will go home soon
-May 23, 2018 - Progress Reports go home today
-May 25, 2018 - Relay for Life Hat Day to support the American Cancer Society
-May 28, 2018 - NO SCHOOL MEMORIAL DAY
*RICAS testing make-ups will take place throughout the month.
Spring 2018
State Testing begins for all students in grades 3-5
Testing Calendar is shared below.
Our Mission and Motto:
At Tiogue School, we believe that students can achieve their personal best and become responsible and productive citizens by embracing all learning opportunities each day.
"Everybody is somebody at Tiogue"
PTA INFORMATION:
School Store is Wednesday of this week.
Upcoming Meeting Dates-
May 17th 3:30pm
June 7th 6:30pm
Hours: 8:40am - 3:10pm
Students may come to school when supervisory coverage begins at 8:20am
Nurse Gina D'Aguanno's Area
SUN SAFETY
Hi Parents/guardians- The sunscreen bill again did not pass this year. It has been held for further study. This means that sunscreen can NOT be applied at school without a physician order. Please see the sun safety information provided. Please apply a broad spectrum sunscreen to your children prior to school on sunny days to protect them. Feel free to call me with any questions.
As we begin to enter the warm and sunny months, it is important to protect
your children from the sun at home and at school. Why? Too much Ultraviolet
or UV radiation from the sun is a major risk factor for skin cancer. Skin during
childhood and adolescence is more vulnerable to the harmful, cancer-causing
effects of the sun. Exposure to UV rays is common, but also preventable.
Here are a few ways to keep your children safe during these summer months.
Sunscreen
Look for the words “Broad-Spectrum”
This protects from UVB and UVA
rays
Use at least 15 SPF (sun protection factor)
Apply 30 minutes or earlier before sun exposure
You can help your child apply to all exposed skin before school to protect
them during outdoor recess
Applying at home reduces the risk of other children with sunscreen
allergies from being exposed
Aerosol sunscreen should not be used in school, or inside any building to
avoid inhalation
Some brands that meet the criteria: Coppertone, Banana Boat , or
Neutrogena
Other Protective Measures
The first and best line of defense against ultraviolet radiation is
COVERING UP
Cotton clothing is cool and protective
Wear sleeves to cover arms and shoulders
A wide-brim hat protects cheeks, ears, chin, and back of neck
Look for sunglasses with UV protection to protect eyes
Limit time in the sun and look for shade
ALSO-
-Please send your child in with a refillable water bottle everyday. The building is very humid when it is hot out.
-Children should be wearing sneakers or playground appropriate closed toed shoes to school. I am seeing lots of injuries on the playground and in class from flip flops, and open toed shoes.
-Please be aware of the temperature and heat index when children are choosing clothing for school. Dressing in layers during our unpredictable New England spring weather is best.
The nurse's website can be found HERE.
Thank you,
Nurse D'Agguano
Important Internet Links
Coventry Public Schools Website: http://www.coventryschools.net/home
School Website: http://tiogueschool.squarespace.com/Parent Information on our District site
School Dept. 2017-18 Calendar: District Calendar
Coventry Curriculum Resources: Click here
Safe Snack List: Click here
Health & Wellness Letter: Click here
Food Service in Coventry: Click here
Bus Information: Click here
RI Broadcaster's Association: Sign up for weather and school closing alerts here
*NEW CodeRED Alert System: Sign up here
Tiogue Elementary School
Email: giustidomenic@coventryschools.net
Website: http://tiogueschool.squarespace.com/
Location: 170 East Shore Drive, Coventry, RI, United States
Phone: 401-822-9460
Twitter: @domgiusti