The Gayman Gazette
"Every time we act, we send ripples into the world."
October 10, 2014
Upcoming Important Dates
October 13th-17th - Celebrate Ed Week
October 14th – 1st Grade to Morris Arboretum
October 15th, 16th & 17th – 6th Grade Ropes Course
October 23rd – Race For Education
October 24th – 5th Grade to Peace Valley Nature Center
October 24th – 6th Grade Club Event @ AGA Farm (8:30 – 10:30 PM)
October 30th – 2nd Grade to Churchville Nature Center
October 31st – Halloween Parade @ 9:15 AM
October 31st – Classroom Halloween Parties @ 2:00 PM
November 4th – Early Dismissal @ 11:55 AM; End of 1st Marking Period
November 6th – Book & Movie Club – 5th and 6th Grade Only @ 3:15 PM
November 13th – Home & School General Meeting @ 7:00 PM
November 14th – 4th Grade to Michener/Mercer Museum
Fall Is In The Air
Both Kindergarten classes visited None Such Farm this week as a way to wrap up their Social Studies unit on Farms. It was a perfect fall weather day to learn about crops that are grown locally, taste fresh kale and meet some new animal friends. Of course, the highlight of the trip was the hay ride tour around the farm that ended at the pumpkin patch. The children loved being able to pick pumpkins right from the field to bring home!
Mustang Movie Night
Please join the Family Fun Night Committee for Mustang Movie Night. The featured movie will be Spooky Buddies. All attendees will receive a snack bag upon entrance to the show!!
When: Friday, October 24th
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Place: Gayman All-Purpose Room
Cost: $1.00 person
Feel free to bring a blanket, comforter or even a beach chair since chairs will be limited.
To sign-up please click here.
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Auditions Coming Soon
The Gayman Players Committee is proud to announce it will present the musical, Annie Jr., on March 12th, 13th, and 14th, 2015. Auditions are open to all 5th and 6th graders; tryout forms will be coming home this week.
For those seeking a major role, auditions will be held during school on Monday, October 20th and Tuesday, October 21st. Audition times will be distributed by Friday, October 17th. For auditions, students will be asked to sing and recite dialogue from the show.
For audio samples and dialogue please click on the link below:
Spotlight On Music
Please mark your calendars for this year's "Spotlight on Music" performances.
Wednesday, November 5th - Grade 3 at 6:00 PM; Grade 6 at 7:00 PM
Wednesday, February 11th - Grade 2 at 6:00 PM; Grade 5 at 7:00 PM
Tuesday, May 12th - Grade 1 at 6:00 PM; Grade 4 at 7:00 PM
Math Material Sale
The Central Bucks School District is providing parents with the opportunity to purchase some of the same learning tools used in class for students to keep at home and use when studying or doing homework.
If you are interested in purchasing any of these materials for your child's home use, please click here and return the form to the office by Monday, October 27, 2014.
Parent Portal
The Central Bucks School district uses Infinite Campus as its student information system. The Parent Portal allows parents/guardians to view schedules, attendance, immunizations, and assessment information. Parents can also update demographic information for their family. The Parent Portal is now open. For more information on the parent portal please visit the CBSD web site, or contact the office at 267.893.4350.
Effective with the 2014-2015 school year, elementary school parents will also be able to view, print, and/or save their child’s progress report directly from the Parent Portal.
Gayman Family Directory Now Available
The Gayman Family 2014-2015 Directory has been updated and posted to the Gayman Website under the Home & School tab. Please note that all information is extracted from the parent portal.
The directory is for informational use only and should not be used for solicitation or business purposes.
The password is Mustang2014$ (case sensitive).
Any questions regarding the Directory should be referred to melissa.lucas1@verizon.net.
Used Bike Drive
Team Discovery and Pedals for Progress will be holding a used bike drive for countries that are in need of transportation. Come and drop off a used bike with $10 for shipping or just money to help out!
When: Saturday, November 1st
Where: Tohickon Middle School
Time: 1-4 PM
If you have any questions please feel free to contact kmcmahon@cbsd.org.
October Boomerang Award
This year, Gayman will continue to accept nominations for the Boomerang Award, which is our way of honoring students who best demonstrate their own developmental assets. What are Developmental Assets? Students possessing a combination of “40 Assets” are typically most successful in school and in life. These assets have the power to influence choices young people make and help them become caring, responsible adults. For a complete listing of the 40 Developmental Assets visit: www. Search-institute.org.
October #35. Resistance Skills. Young person is able to recognize risky or dangerous situations and make positive choices when faced with challenging events in their life. They are able to resist peer pressure.
CB Cares Backpack Newsflash
CB Cares Educational Foundation, in partnership with Doylestown Hospital, the Central Bucks School District, local businesses, and the community, is dedicated to enriching the experience of students through learning grants and 40 Assets-based programs which promote responsible and resilient youth.
For the October issue of the Backpack Newsflash please click here.