Montgomery Elementary News
October 18, 2019
Contact Us
Dr. Amy Debelak, Principal
Ms. Sally Ganz, Asst. Principal
Office 686-1730
Absence Line 686-1736
FAX 792-6131
School Nurse 686-1733
Cafeteria 686-1735
Transportation 686-1785
Website: http://www.sycamoreschools.org/Domain/13
Location: 9609 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH, United States
Phone: 513-686-1730
Facebook: www.facebook.com/montgomeryelementaryofficial/?fref=ts
Twitter: @Montgomery_Elem
Positive Character Trait Word for the Week of 10/21/19
TRUSTWORTHINESS – A trustworthy person keeps promises, tells the truth, and will not hurt anyone with unkind actions or words.
TRUSTWORTHINESS means being reliable.
Specials Schedule for the week of October 21, 2019
Monday 10/21 - B Day
Tuesday 10/22 - C Day
Wednesday 10/23 - D Day
Thursday 10/24 - A Day
Friday 10/25- No School (Teacher/Parent Conference Day)
3rd Grade Ohio AIR Assessments
DISTRICT OFFICES
Frank Forsthoefel, Superintendent
Karen Naber, Assistant Superintendent
Beth A. Weber, Treasurer
October 17, 2019
Dear Sycamore Families,
Next week, our 3rd grade students will be presented with the opportunity to demonstrate their progress on grade level Reading standards via the Ohio AIR assessments. These assessments will be taken online and will be taken in two parts on two separate days.
The state’s annual assessments provide a snapshot of your child’s progress in their understanding and application of curriculum standards. From a district perspective, these results allow us to benchmark ourselves against similar districts and to identify trends in data that will guide our work with teachers and students. Our teachers work diligently to fully prepare your child to be successful on these assessments and in other aspects of their growth and development.
Below, you will find a link that delineates the testing dates scheduled for students in grade 3. Information regarding specific times for assessments will be generated at each building and communicated via their newsletters and blogs. Any questions can be directed to your building administrator.
We are so appreciative of the support you provide your children in our partnership together toward academic excellence. If you have any questions regarding testing, please contact your building administrator.
Sincerely,
Karen B. Naber
Assistant Superintendent
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
10/18 - Report Cards Go Home in Backpacks
10/24 - Evening Parent / Teacher Conferences (4pm - 8pm)
10/25 - No School - Parent/Teacher Conferences (8:30am - 4:00pm)
10/25 - Skateland Skate Party
10/30 - Evening Parent / Teacher Conferences (4pm - 8pm)
10/31 - Fall Parade (2:30pm - 3:30pm)
SCHOOL NEWS
LIFETOUCH
Picture retake day is
Thursday, November 7.
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PTO NEWS & NOTES
PTO PRESIDENT’S REPORT
It has been wonderful seeing everyone and meeting so many new families the past few weeks! We are off to a great school year at Montgomery Elementary and we are excited about all the exciting things to come.
Directory Spot information was sent out this week for all families that opted in through final forms! Please take the time to correct any information if needed and remember that after October 14th ONLY PTO members will have access to the Directory Spot App! If you have any questions please contact Alicia Murphy at mtptovp1@sycamoreschools.org
Thank you to all the Parents, Grandfriends, and Students who came out for Donut Fun With Your #1 on October 15th and 16th before school! We had an amazing turnout this year and it was wonderful seeing everyone! A special thank you to our amazing chairs and volunteers who made it possible!
Our next General Meeting on Wednesday, October 23rd at 9:30am so please mark your calendars! We will be hearing from Lori Drasnin, from Sycamore Bridges, our new school therapist, Karen Celesti, and also Dr Debelak and Mrs. Ganz about the Anti-Bullying initiative.
Have questions before then please contact me, Kristy Felss, at mtpto@sycamoreschools.org.
It’s NOT too Late to
Join the PTO!
Sign up today online and even pay your dues!
CLICK HERE FOR PTO MEMBERSHIP AND VOLUNTEERING INFO
WE HAVE OFFICIALLY GONE GREEN THIS YEAR. CLICK THIS LINK TO ACCESS THE PTO WEB PAGE. THIS PAGE IS FULL OF INFORMATION INCLUDING Board & Committees, Directory Information, Events & Programs, Fundraising, Treasurer Info & Special Requests.
Everyone that opted in through final forms should have received an email from Directory Spot to check and make corrections to your information if needed! The deadline has been extended, but after October 14th ONLY PTO members will have access to Directory Spot so please sign up today if you have not done so already!
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN PURCHASING TICKETS FOR
OUR ANNIE KIDS
THEATRE PRODUCTION SCHEDULED FOR
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8?
GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS ARE $2.50.
The PTO invites you to an evening of FREE Family Fun!
Mark Your Calendars
WHEN: Friday, November 22, 2019
TIME: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Montgomery Elementary Cafeteria
WHO: All Montgomery Elementary Families
Join us for a family night of BINGO! Multiple games, awesome prizes, snacks and drinks...it's a great way to spend time together. Relax, laugh, and have fun because we've got the entertainment covered to kick off your weekend. All ages welcome!
Please note: children must be accompanied by a guardian during the entire event.
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Has your child come home talking about about Camp Happy Harmony (4th grade), 43 Old Cemetery Lane (3rd grade), or maybe Sir Sidney's Circus (1st and 2nd grade)? If so, they are as excited as we are to be hosting author Kate Klise and her illustrator sister, Sarah Klise, at Montgomery Elementary in March this year!
We wanted to share an exciting opportunity that would be a great springboard for families...the Shrine Circus is coming to town! One of the Klise sister's series is entitled "The Three Ring Rascals." The setting for this series is a circus! If you would like for your child to experience a circus firsthand, look for a coupon coming home soon. The Shrine Circus will be in Northern Kentucky from October 18-20th. Be sure to send pictures to Mrs. Messer (messert@sycamoreschools.org) so we can create a display of our student's circus fun!
IF YOU HAVE A NEED
PTO FUNDS CAN HELP
The Montgomery PTO Special Requests Committee is accepting requests from teachers, staff and parents to fund any needs you might have for speakers, supplies, seminars, books or equipment/technology. Please complete the google form by Wednesday, October 23rd.
https://tinyurl.com/SpecialRequestsF19
Guidelines and Criteria:
Parents, teachers and staff members may make requests.
Requests will be presented to the Committee for review and discussion.
The person submitting an approved request will be promptly notified of the approval and the funds will be provided promptly after receipts or other documentation are forwarded to the PTO Treasurer.
Requests that are not approved can be resubmitted for the next Special Requests meeting.
The Committee will meet twice each school year, once in the fall and again in the spring.
Must be a member of the PTO
-- A request should meet at least one of the following criteria:
-- It is beneficial to a majority of students
-- It is for an educational speaker, presentation or assembly located either at the school or elsewhere
-- It will improve the learning environment
-- It is for an extracurricular activity
Very Important!!! Requests should be fully researched and include quotes, price comparisons, accurate costs, information about whether or not the district and/or the school already has the item, book or program, etc.
Please note the following request requirements:
Shipping: Unless there is a reason as to why an exact cost is not available, we need to have the exact cost of the item, including shipping. As fuel costs rise, the shipping costs are becoming more significant. Please remember that schools do not pay sales tax and we can not reimburse for sales tax. If you need a tax exempt form, they are available in the office.
Technology and Furniture: Please obtain prior approval from the Technology Department or Principal to ensure that the request is in compliance with school/district standards.
Please consider using Teacher Lists for smaller requests. (www.TeacherLists.com)
Feel free to contact Christa Lloyd at christarlloyd@hotmail.com with any questions or concerns.
***In honor of our wonderful friend, Laura Whitmer, and her many years of dedication to our PTO, a portion of the special request funds will be used to fulfill a request in Laura's name.
If you would like to submit an idea for this special fund, please reference
the" Laura Whitmer Memorial Fund" on your Special Request submission.***
ENROLL NOW!
Please enroll your Kroger Plus Card in the Kroger Community Rewards Program benefiting Montgomery Elementary PTO to earn dollars for our organization!
SCHOOL NPO #80687
1. Go to www.krogercommunityrewards.com
2. Sign in (if you already have an account) OR create an account
3. Click on “Enroll Now” for the Kroger Community Rewards Program
4. Complete form as follows:
• Find your organization – type in 80687
• Select your organization – Montgomery Elementary PTO, 9609 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 80687. Make sure to click on the circle in front of the name!
• Click “Save Changes” at the bottom of the screen
5. Go to Account Settings and verify your information. Make sure your Kroger Plus card number is recorded with Montgomery Elementary PTO as your Community Rewards organization. You can also check the bottom of your receipts each time you shop.
THANK YOU for supporting the Montgomery Elementary PTO!
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