Bear Essentials
February 5, 2021
Early Release 2/17 & 2/18 - Parent/Teacher Conferences
Dear Parents,
Early Release conferences are fast approaching. Dyer students will be dismissed at 12:15 pm on Wednesday, February 17th and Thursday, February 18th. All instruction for digital students will end at 12:15 on these two days. Please be sure to note these important schedule changes.
We are offering both an in person format as well as a digital format for this year’s conferences. The purpose of a parent-teacher conference is to discuss student achievement and progress. Each parent-teacher conference will last for a period of fifteen minutes to allow for cleaning in between appointments. Both parents are urged to attend. Please be prompt as these conferences are scheduled consecutively. If a situation arises and you are unable to attend your scheduled conference, please notify the teacher so the conference can be rescheduled.
To schedule your conferences this year, simply go to our school’s conference site https://www.ptcfast.com/schools/Dyer_Elementary_School_3 and click on your teacher’s name. The schedule will open on Friday, January 29th at 4:00pm. There you will be able to see your teachers’ schedules and sign up for a time that best suits you. The ability to sign up for a conference online will close on Friday, February 12th at 3:00pm. Please contact your child’s teacher directly to sign up after the close of online scheduling.
We look forward to seeing you during conference week.
Sincerely,
Sally Armstrong
Assistant Principal
Spring 2020 After School Clubs
Program Dates and Times: All classes will be held on Thursday afternoons from 3:15-4:15. Students will stay at school during dismissal and attend their clubs from there.
Spring Session dates are:
2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1
Cost: The cost is $60.00 for Spring session (6 classes). Please pay through MyPaymentsPlus. (This is the only option for payment.) *Deadline to Register is Friday, February 19th* *Each club has a limited number of participants and admission is first come, first served. Don't delay, register today!*
Attendance: This program is optional and attendance is not mandatory. There will be NO refunds for absences or withdrawals from the program.
Transportation: Transportation home is not provided. Students will need to be picked up at 4:15 in the Car Rider line beside the building. We will not be dismissing in the front of the building. Students must have a car rider number in order to participate. In signing your child up for a program, you are agreeing to pick up your child AT 4:10pm. Students will be withdrawn from the program if they cannot be picked up on time.
Questions: If you have any questions please contact Linsey McEntee (linsey.mcentee@gcpsk12.org) School Phone #: 770-963-6214
Spring 2021 Afterschool Club Descriptions
K-1 Storybook Craft Club with Mrs. Clark
A storybook will be read to begin the session. Students will create a craft that relates back to the book.
K-1 Coloring Club with Mrs. Ferraro (Wiebe)
Students will listen to soothing music as they color beautiful artwork designed to help them relax and refresh their mind.
K-2 Directed Drawing Club with Mrs. Miller
Let’s Draw! Do you love to draw but don’t know where to start? In this club, we will draw various pictures following step-by-step instructions using basic shapes and lines.
2-3 Storybook Craft Club with Ms. Hicks and Ms. Johnson
Craft, crafty, crafty! Do you love making crafts? In craft club students will read a variety of books, and then create a craft inspired by the text!
2-3 Craft Club with Ms. Vaughan
Students will make a craft each week. Some example crafts are: string art, canvas name painting, and more! There are THREE different craft clubs. Please sign up for the one that is appropriate for your child’s grade level.
2-3 Disney Club with Ms. Rose
Students will watch Disney movies and discuss the way characters are developed in them, life lessons we can learn, and the cultural and historical relevance of each film.
K-5 Cheer Club with Ms. Thomas and Mrs. Tolbert
Have you ever wanted to do cool cheers and stunts? If so, come join the Cheer Club. Cheer Club is an opportunity for students to learn how to show school spirit through cheers, chants, dances, and even some stunts.
2-5 Coloring Club with Mrs. Roon
Students will listen to soothing music as they color beautiful artwork designed to help them relax and refresh their mind.
3-4 Jewelry Making with Mrs. Bailey
The jewelry making club is a fun opportunity to make earrings, bracelets, and necklaces. Students will learn the basics on jewelry making which includes beading, stringing, and weaving.
3-4 Craft Club with Mrs. Johnson
We will create some really great things that you have seen on Pinterest or in some of the craft stores! Get on board and let’s have some fun!!!!! There are THREE different craft clubs. Please sign up for the one that is appropriate for your child’s grade level.
4-5 Afternoon Board Games with Mr. Kriete
Students will play board games such as Connect Four, Battleship and Monopoly.
3-5 Robotics: RVR Robots with Ms. Jordan
Do you enjoy Legos and making things? Then join us in Lego Robots where students create their own robots and learn how to make them move!
4-5 Clay Club with Ms. Bonin
Join clay club to create items out of clay with Ms. Bonin. Students will create useful and decorative items from a variety of clay types including polymer clay, air dry clay, and earthen ware clay.
5th Grade Girl Squad! with Mrs. Buck and Mrs. Janda
Calling all girls to be a part of our squad where they will learn to be empowered young women who care for themselves, their community, and others. Activities will include making bath bombs, spreading positivity, and learning how to navigate life!
Important Information About Valentines!
Many of our classrooms will be participating in a valentine exchange this year. For those classes that are participating, please be aware of the following guidelines. First, we ask that any child participating in a valentine exchange bring a card for each of their classmates. Second, for safety reasons, only paper valentine's will be permitted this year. Please do not send any valentine's that contain food or other treats. In addition, we ask that you refrain from sending in class treats such as cupcakes, cookies, juice boxes etc. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in this matter.
School Counselor Appreciation!
February PAWS Raffles
We think the work that our students and staff put in each day is "On Target", in fact it's downright PAWSOME!!! As you know, students and staff earn PAWS points for exhibiting great behavior. They can then use their points to purchase items on their PAWS prize carts or redeem them for digital rewards. In addition to these prizes, we will be holding raffles for a $25 Target gift card every Friday during the month of February! There will be two raffles each week, one for students and one for staff. The cost is 1 point per entry and you can enter as many times as you like. We hope our Bears know how proud we are of the hard work they put in every day!
Don't forget, parents can give staff PAWS points too! If there is a Dyer staff member that you would like to recognize, send them a Shout Out! Please fill out this form to acknowledge and individual or group. Mr. DiFilippo will share your shout out at our weekly faculty meeting, and give that staff member/group a PAWS point. Don't know the name of who you want to acknowledge? That's okay, each question is set up for a short answer response, instead of typing their name, you can type a description, (i.e. ladies that work in car- rider line each morning).
Robotics Clinic 20-21
Parents:
Dyer is thrilled to announce we are expanding our Robotics teams for the 2021-22 school year! We will continue our Challenge Team for 4th/5th grade students, but we will begin an Explore Team for 2nd/3rd grade students. With that being said, if your student is interested in joining either of Dyer’s Brick Breakers Robotics Teams, we are hosting robotics clinics in February. These clinics will introduce the students to:
First Lego League’s Core Values
Robot Design Principles
Innovative Project Creation
The Robot Game and Missions
Algorithm Development for our Spike Prime (4th/5th) and WeDO 2.0 (2nd/3rd) robots.
Please understand that attending a clinic does NOT guarantee your student a place on the team, but the clinic will serve as a tryout. Attendance is strongly recommended for students who want to be part of this program. The 21-22 practice schedules have yet to be set, but teams generally practice 2 days a week after school. We do not know what next year will look like, but the traditional season runs from August to roughly February. You do NOT need your own robot or any prior coding or robotics experience to participate. Clinics are open to all students- digital and in person learners. Please fill out the survey attached at the bottom of this form if your student is interested in attending one of our clinics. Space is limited.
Clinic Schedule:
FLL Explore Team: Jr. Brick Breakers (School year 21-22 2nd/3rd graders)
2/16- 3:00-4:30 PM
2/17- 12:20-4:30 PM **This is an early release day.
FLL Challenge Team: Brick Breakers (School year 21-22 4th/5th graders)
2/18- 12:20-4:30 PM **This is an early release day.
2/19- 3:00-4:30 PM
Link to survey: https://forms.gle/iaeFgHSA7VFBSWJD6
If you have additional questions, please contact Megan Jordan: Megan.Jordan@gcpsk12.org
Attention 5th Grade Parents!
Digital Learner Support and Parent Resources
Click here for information, resources, how-to's and more!
Join our Substitute Teaching Team and Make a Difference in the Lives of Students!
Click here to learn more and register for an upcoming Virtual Substitute Job Fair!
AKS at HOME
As part of Gwinnett County Public Schools’ family engagement initiative, the school district seeks to empower parents with tools that allow them to help their children at home. Our AKS at Home project provides math and language arts resources to support families so that they truly are partners in their children’s learning. This support is available for families to access in the format that fits them and their schedule best. They can attend live virtual meetings, view recorded information at a time that best fits their schedule, or gain tips and suggestions on how to best help their students through tip sheets on a wide variety of topics.
For more information, please visit the GCPS Website by clicking the link below.
Dyer PTO Needs You!
This year has presented us with many new challenges but we remain committed to supporting all of our Bears whether they be digital or in-person learners. While most of our in-person events have been cancelled, we are working hard to find ways to keep all of our students connected. And of course, we are always looking for opportunities to work alongside our amazing teachers, and provide financial support to the school.
Parents, in order for our PTO to be successful in reaching these goals, WE NEED YOU! If you have it on your heart to help by donating your time and/or talents, please let us know by completing this electronic form! We can tailor volunteer opportunities to play to your strengths and work with your schedule. Plus, we have a lot of FUN, even from a distance!
Dyer Parent Shout Outs!
Don't forget, parents can give staff PAWS points too! If there is a Dyer staff member that you would like to recognize, send them a Shout Out! Please fill out this form to acknowledge and individual or group. Mr. DiFilippo will share your shout out at our weekly faculty meeting, and give that staff member/group a PAWS point. Don't know the name of who you want to acknowledge? That's okay, each question is set up for a short answer response, instead of typing their name, you can type a description, (i.e. ladies that work in car- rider line each morning).
Birthday Wishes in Big Lights!
Dyer Elementary School
Website: https://www.gcpsk12.org/dyeres
Location: 1707 Hurricane Shoals Road, Dacula, GA, USA
Phone: 770-963-6214
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DyerES/