Cannon Connection
A newsletter for Cannon Elementary families - 2017-2018
Week of April 16, 2018
Hi Cannon Parents!
In case you missed our Cannon safety and security meeting that was held last week, we are inviting you to attend the meeting on Monday, April 16 at 6:45 p.m. at Glenhope Elementary. During this time, the GCISD Director of Emergency Management and School Security will be present to share our safety procedures as well as answer any questions.
Safety is a priority at Cannon and I wanted to take this opportunity to make you aware of a recent safety concern that has been reported to us. During morning drop-off in the front drive, there are some families that are allowing their child to exit from their car on the left side (closest to College St.), rather than on the right-hand side, which allows students to step safely onto the sidewalk in front of the school. Please do NOT allow your child to exit the car from the left-hand side, as cars that have already dropped off their child may pull around the parked cars to exit the drive and be unable to see your child, putting your child at risk of being hit by a car. Please help us keep all of our students safe by ensuring they exit the car on the school/sidewalk side each morning. Thank you to our parents who have reported this safety concern to us, so that we can address it with all families!
Finally, we encourage all of our families to engage in conversations with your child about school safety. Ask them about the safety drills they practice at school and talk to them about why these are important. Remind them that if they hear something from another student that sounds unsafe or threatening, they should say something to a trusted adult at Cannon, so that we can investigate immediately. The responsibility of student safety at Cannon and in GCISD must be a shared priority amongst students, staff, parents, and community members. In GCISD, we are Building Excellent Schools Together and we cannot do that without your continued support and efforts to help keep our campuses safe.
We appreciate ALL of our Cannon parents and are grateful to be your partners in education!
Proud to be your principal,
Mrs. Blizzard
REMINDER: EARLY DISMISSAL 4/19
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SEEN @ CANNON LAST WEEK!
House Hunters Project In 2nd Grade
Real-World Economics In 3rd Grade
Cannon Country Cookout @ Nash Farm
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Mark Your Calendars.....
EVENTS THIS WEEK
4/17 Last Day to Order Yearbook!! see info in this newsletter!
4/19 Early Release for students - 11:45 am
4/21 Rachel's Challenge Rally 8:00-11:00 am @ Colleyville Heritage High School
UPCOMING EVENTS
4/23-4/27 Kindergarten Registration - Meet & Greet on 4/23 @ 4:00-6:00 pm
4/24 Cubs Night Out @ Spring Creek BBQ
4/27 Student Holiday - Inclement Weather Day
5/01 Cannon Family Museum Night @ Ft. Worth Museum of Science & History - see information in this newsletter!
5/03 4th Grade Parent Meeting about 5th grade Sky Ranch trip - 6:00 pm
5/14 STAAR Math - 3rd & 4th grade; 5th grade retakes for math
5/15 STAAR Reading - 3rd & 4th grade; 5th grade retakes for reading
5/16 STAAR Science - 5th grade
5/22 Choir trip to Hawaiian Falls
5/23 Career Day
5/24 Field Day - we will have this at GMS this year - schedule coming soon!
5/25 Student Holiday - Inclement Weather Day
5/28 Student Holiday - Memorial Day
5/29-5/31 - Grade Level Awards - see information in this newsletter!
5/31 Last Day of School - early dismissal - 11:45 am
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EVENTS THIS WEEK
Author Visit @ Cannon Coming Soon! 3rd-5th Grade
We are so excited to announce that author of Mustaches for Maddie, Shelly Brown, will present to our 3rd-5th grade students on April 18th from 8:00-9:00 am in the library.
This book, appropriate for students in 3rd grade and older is based on the true story of the authors’ daughter, who was diagnosed with a brain tumor when she was eleven years old. It tells the story of how she courageously battled her illness and conquered her fears while embodying a spirit of compassion, humor, and grace throughout her health setbacks and the trials of navigating middle school.
Students can preorder a copy of her book, Mustaches for Maddie, for $15.00 and she will sign copies on the day of her visit. See information below about pre-ordering a book. Pre-orders are due by April 6th.
Click here to see a video preview and read more information about this book!
Rachel's Challenge Rally - April 21st
Rachel's Challenge Rally and 5K - April 21st
The 2018 Theme for Rachel's Challenge Rally is Choose Kindness
Rachel's Challenge Rally and Community Fair is April 21, 2108, at Colleyville Heritage High School. Join us for a morning of fun, celebrations and healthy choices.
- 5K will begin at 7 a.m.
- Community Fair will be from 8-11 a.m.
- Students and GCISD employees may participate in the 5K for free!
Click here for more information and to register for the 5K.
PLEASE DONATE! Paper Towels & EARBUDS
As part of our support for Rachel's Challenge, Cannon has been asked to collect donations of paper towels and earbuds. All donations will support the 2018-2019 GCISD Back To School Fair.
Please drop all donations in the office for Mrs. Coburn
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OTHER CAMPUS NEWS
LAST CHANCE TO ORDER A YEARBOOK - DUE BY APRIL 17th
Last chance to purchase a yearbook! You can purchase online using the link below or turn in this form to the front office by Tuesday, April 17th with $20. Payment may be cash or check made out to Cannon Elementary. If you purchase your yearbook online, you have the opportunity to design 2 personal pages for free. Personal pages are an option but not required. If you choose to turn this form into the office with your money, you will not be able to complete personal pages.
Kindergarten Registration 2018-2019
Thanks for helping us round up our incoming Cubs!
CANNON FAMILY MUSEUM NIGHT - May 1st
See the details in the information below and mark your calendars now to attend this great event!
Kindergarten-3rd Parents- Ready Rosie is HERE!
Our school now has access to a wonderful program called Ready Rosie!!
If you have a child in Kindergarten-3rd grade, you should have received an email or text from Ready Rosie to invite you to join!! All you have to do is accept the invitation and complete the registration process! If you have not yet signed up, please do so asap! Your Kindergarten-3rd grade teachers have some great videos they want to share with you.
We will be using Ready Rosie to communicate with you and to provide meaningful activities that you can do at home to support your child’s learning. Ready Rosie is a simple tool to:
• Hear what we are doing in the classroom
• Discover activities and games you can play that relate to classroom learning
• Have more fun than ever with your child through meaningful interactions!
The best part is that each activity/ game is modeled in a 2 minute video so you and your child can watch together and then play the game! You will receive these videos and communication via text message and/ or email.
YOU play an essential role in the education and well-being of your child. Ready Rosie exists to support you in that role!
Does YOUR child want to be part of a fun dance party? They can join us by having great AttenDANCE for the rest of the year!
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NEWS FROM CANNON PTA
PTA QUICK PICKS!
This week's "quick picks" of reminders & information from PTA:
Thank you to all of our PTA & Dad's Club Volunteers who helped with the Cannon Country Cookout! There was a great turnout and everyone had so much fun!
Rachel's Challenge Rally at CHHS on April 21. The rally includes a 5K run and community fair. Register for the 5K run (free for students)
Cubs Night Out at Spring Creek BBQ on April 24. Plan to eat dinner at Spring Creek BBQ and Cannon PTA receives funds based on number of students attending.
Stay connected by following Cannon PTA on social media. Click here to "like" the PTA Facebook page. Follow them on Twitter @CannonPTA.
Cubs Night Out @ Spring Creek BBQ
Tuesday, Apr 24, 2018, 05:00 PM
Spring Creek BBBQ 315 State Highway 114W, Grapevine, Texas 76051
COLLEYVILLE RECEIPT RACE! HELP CANNON WIN $5000 BY SIMPLY SHOPPING IN COLLEYVILLE!
SOME TIPS for THIS AMAZING RECEIPT RACE:
- The total number of receipts is what will be counted, not the value spent;
- photocopies of receipts are acceptable (in case you need to keep yours);
- you may redact any identifying info (your name, etc.);
- receipts from ANY Colleyville business (not just those along 26 corridor) that are dated anytime during the month of April will count
Prizes will be awarded by the City of Colleyville, with the funds to be paid to the winning PTA's. So, let's spread the word and help stimulate some businesses that have been affected by the construction!
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NEWS FROM GCISD
Summer Enrichment Registration Now Open!
Summer Enrichment Courses (June 11-July 20)
KidZU Camps (June 4-August 17)
Cross Timbers Middle School
2301 Pool Road Grapevine, Texas 76051
Attention Parents of 5th Graders - GMS Band Instrument Selection Starts Soon!
Is your 5th grader interested in being in the GMS Pony Band next year?
If your 5th grade student is interested in being in the band, the process of determining what instrument they will play is beginning soon! To select an instrument, each student and a parent will have a personal interview (approximately 30 minutes) with the band directors, Mrs. Gish and Mr. Holmes. During the interview, they will learn how basic sounds on the instruments are produced and students will have the opportunity to try different instruments. The goal of the interview is to come to agreement on their top 3 instrument choices.
Check out this GMS band website to see and hear the different instruments!
After all interviews are complete, students will be informed of which choice he/she will be playing and will be provided information about getting their instrument and/or
supplies.
Interviews will be in the Grapevine Middle School Band Room and may be scheduled on
Tuesday, April 3rd, Wednesday, April 4th, Thursday, April 5th from 5-7:00 p.m., or Monday, April 23rd, Tuesday, April 24th, Wednesday, April 25th from 4:00-7:00 PM.
To schedule your interview, please call the school @ 817-251-5660, and speak with Mrs. Montes De Oca anytime between 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM. She will work with you to find a convenient and available time. If these days just won’t work, let her know and we will contact you to arrange for a time that will. You may also respond via email if you would prefer to jennifer.gish@gcisd.net.
GCISD Walk of Honor Nomination
Do you know anyone with GCISD ties that you feel should be inducted its inaugural Walk of Honor? When Mustang-Panther stadium opens next fall, eight individuals will be honored during the Mustang-Panther game for their great contributions to our district. This will be an annual event that honors great people who have left a positive mark on GCISD. Let your voice be heard! Let us know of people who have positively impacted GCISD in the last 100 plus years of our district’s existence. Click on the link below to fill out a nomination form.
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OTHER NEWS TO CHECK OUT!
You ART What You Eat Art Competition
The Texas Department of Agriculture's (TDA) annual You ART What You Eat art competition deadline for 2018 is quickly approaching. Encourage your student to be creative and get involved in this year's campaign to promote healthy school meals. There is still time to enter, so tell all artistic young Texas to submit their entries before 5 p.m. April 20, 2018. For more information on the contest, click here.
Amazon Smile
Shopping on Amazon? Purchase on Amazon Smile and they'll give 0.5% to Cannon PTA. Bookmark this link and support us every time you shop! http://smile.amazon.com/ch/75-2454480
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QUICK LINKS FOR PARENTS
I want to make you aware of where you can see information and resources, specifically about the Cannon construction project. Also, check out the awesome exterior renderings of our new school below!!
Please reach out to me to let me know of any questions you may have about this project. This is a VERY exciting time for our Cannon school community and I want to make sure all of our Cannon families stay informed!
Click here to see project updates on all GCISD Bond programs
Click here to sign up for construction updates by email about the Cannon project!
STEM IN GCISD BLOG
This blog will have the most updated information about upcoming events specific to Cannon, GMS STEM, and the future STEM program at GHS.
Cannon Elementary: A GCISD STEM School
Email: tona.blizzard@gcisd.net
Website: http://www.gcisd-k12.org/Domain/1428
Location: 1300 W College St, Grapevine, TX, United States
Phone: 817-251-5680
Facebook: facebook.com/CannonSTEM
Twitter: @canSTEM