Cougar Chronicle
Kelly Creek Elementary School
HOME OF THE COUGARS!
Email: maranto2@gresham.k12.or.us
Website: https://www.gresham.k12.or.us/kces
Location: 2400 Southeast Baker Way, Gresham, OR, USA
Phone: 503.663.7483
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KellyCreekElementarySchool
Twitter: @KCES_Cougars
Principal's Message - December 2020
I hope everyone had an enjoyable Thanksgiving break with their family. During this time of year, we often reflect on what we are grateful for in our lives. I have not shared this recently, but I am so grateful to be part of such an amazing, welcoming school community. Your kindness and acceptance, coupled with your support and love for Kelly Creek Elementary School make me one lucky Principal.
December is usually a magical month filled with hope, love, and traditions. I know that for many of us those traditions that we hold in our hearts might look a little different this year. However, I am hopeful that we will see a brighter future ahead of us filled with health and promise! I look forward to the day when we can safely bring back our students to our beloved school building. When that day comes, things will surely look different, however, with continued collaboration, planning, and preparation we can make this the best experience possible for our students.
My wish for our families is that we all find peace and happiness this holiday season. Be well, be safe, and stay healthy!
Please know you can always reach out to your child's teacher or me for anything you need or any questions you might have along the way. I can be reached via email at maranto2@gresham.k12.or.us or via phone at 503.663.7483.
Respectfully,
Sam Maranto
Principal
December 2020 Important Dates
- 12/08 - PTC Meeting from 6:30 - 7:30
- 12/09 - MOD Pizza KCES Fundraiser - RSVP
- 12/16 - Curriculum & Instruction Day - No School
- 12/21 - Winter Break Begins
- 01/01 - Winter Break Ends
- 01/04 - Comprehensive Distance Learning (CDL) Resumes
Parent/Teacher Conferences
If you did not attend your child's conference, you can always reach out to your child's teacher via email!
Thank you to all our families for all your hard work and dedication to Kelly Creek during our Comprehensive Distance Learning! GO COUGARS!!!
Counselor Corner!
Hello Kelly Creek Families!
Our staff has been in communication with our families during this unique school year. We have been hearing similar challenges and experiences from our families. Feelings of Anxiety, Frustration, Content, and Confusion. We wanted to give families a few tricks and tips around how to best support your student learning in a virtual world. We also recognize that every family is different and what works for some may not work for others and that is okay! At Kelly Creek, we want to acknowledge that this year is challenging and that everyone is doing the best that they can. Recently, Mrs. Reed hosted a Family Support Night in hopes to give some families a little support around tips to help a student that is unregulated emotionally, promote self-compassion, and to prioritize family wellness. If you are interested, the presentation is below/attached.
MOD Pizza Fundraiser for KCES!
**Save the Date - Fundraiser Update**
On Wednesday, December 9th the delicious and generous MOD Pizza (1844 NW Eastman Pkwy) is donating back 20% of Takeout, Delivery & Pick up orders to support a great cause -- Kelly Creek PTC!
On behalf of Kelly Creek PTC you’re invited to join us and eat out, not only in support of the organization but to show one of your Gresham restaurants some love too!
We ask that you RSVP here: www.groupraise.com/events/170050 (even if you’re not completely sure) so MOD Pizza knows roughly how many orders to expect & so you have access to all the event details.
We hope you can make it, and please feel free to forward this invitation to your friends and family.
Thanks in advance for your support!
KCES PTC
Wednesday, Dec 9, 2020, 11:00 AM
MOD Pizza, Northwest Eastman Parkway, Gresham, OR, USA
PTC Meeting
If you are interested in any of our open PTC positions, make sure to email KCES.PTC@gmail.com
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/99744748254?pwd=VE4wd056WkViL2J4ajNlTXdNakx5UT09
Meeting ID: 997 4474 8254
Passcode: fy2GNC
Tuesday, Dec 8, 2020, 06:30 PM
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Position Openings in PTC
Treasure
Attend monthly Board meetings and PTC meetings. The Treasurer shall receive all moneys of the Organization. He/she shall make expenditures out of the Organization’s funds only as authorized by the Organization or the Board and only for purposes consistent with these bylaws. The Treasurer shall keep an accurate written record of receipts and expenditures. He/she shall present a statement of account of the Organization at general meetings, and shall perform any additional duties as shall be directed by the Board.
(Average 3 hours per month)
Volunteer Coordinator and Co-Coordinator
Attend monthly Board meetings and PTC meetings. This team is responsible for all PTC communications with the greater school community, both online and off. This person serves as the webmaster for the Kelly Creek social media outlets (Facebook, etc.). Also serves as the coordinator for the monthly newsletter blurb.
(Average time per month 3 hours)
If interested in joining the PTC Board, please email us at KCES.PTC@gmail.com. We are happy to answer any questions you have!
KCES Master Schedule 2020 - 2021
KCES WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE 2020 - 2021
KCES Vaccination Rates
Vaccination exclusion day is Wednesday, February 17, 2021 - all vaccine records must be submitted to the front office in order for your child to not be excluded from school.
If you have any questions or concerns about vaccinations, please call the front office at 503.663.7483.
Formal Letters of Communication
- Letter to Ms. Daniel's Class - 11/05/20
- Annual Testing Notification - 10/28/20
- Letter to Mrs. Hemstead's Class - 10/16/20
- Welcome Back Letter 20-21 - 08/31/20
- New Principal to Kelly Creek Elementary School - 06/10/20
Connect with Principal Maranto
Email: maranto2@gresham.k12.or.us
Website: https://www.gresham.k12.or.us/kces
Location: 2400 Southeast Baker Way, Gresham, OR, USA
Phone: 503.663.7483
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KellyCreekElementarySchool
Twitter: @KCES_Cougars