Symmes Elementary School
Symmesational News
Friday, January 10, 2020
Important Dates to Remember
- January 10- Report cards sent home with students
- January 16- PTO Meeting- Symmes Cafeteria- 9:30 am
- January 20- NO SCHOOL- Martin Luther King Day
- January 21-24- Basic Aid Training for Third Grade
- January 21-February 14- Kindergarten Registration for Class of 2033
- January 24- Cultural Heritage Night- 6:00 pm- 8:00 pm
Symmes Cultural Heritage Night
Mark your calendars now!
Plan to enjoy one of Symmes Elementary's great traditions- a school-wide celebration of the various cultures represented at our school.
To sign up to participate please visit - https://tinyurl.com/SY-Cultural2019.
To check out photos from the 2018-2019 Cultural Heritage Night visit here.
If you would like to join our core planning team for this event, email Bhawana Bhat at bhat.bhawana@gmail.com
NEWS FROM OUR NURSE FOR 3RD GRADE FAMILIES
Attention Third Grade Parents,
Your children are being taught Basic Aid Training (BAT) by our school nurse, Julie Ferron on the week of January 21st. This is a Red Cross course designed for third graders. Your children will learn the following:
1. Steps for an Emergency Action Plan.
2. Hands only CPR.
3. Where to call in an emergency.
4. What to do if someone chokes.
5. How to treat wounds/prevent burns.
7. How to treat animal bites.
8. What to do if someone falls.
9. Poison and water safety.
The boys and girls will be asked to share their knowledge with you. Please, encourage them to teach you what they know.
CLASS OF 2033 KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
January 21, 2020 through February 14, 2020
District Office
5959 Hagewa Drive
Cincinnati, OH 45242
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY! Daytime and evening appointments are available. Please click HERE to view information and instructions about registration on our website.
Reserve your yearbook online!
You can pre-order this year's yearbook online. It's easy and convenient. Reserve your copy today at ybpay.lifetouch.com using the Yearbook ID Code: 2211620.
Not sure if you've pre-ordered? Click here to view your order history for the 2019-2020 school year.
Thank you!
Optional CogAT Testing
An optional administration of the CogAT for gifted services will be offered on Saturday, January 11, 2020, at Maple Dale Elementary School from 9:00-12:00. Please note parents are responsible for transportation to and from testing. Thank you!
2020 January CogAT Testing Sign-Ups for Elementary Schools
ANNOUNCEMENT OF OPTIONAL TESTING FOR
IDENTIFICATION OF GIFTED STUDENTS
You may request that your child be tested on the Cognitive Ability Test (CogAT). If you wish to have your child participate in this round of testing, all requests must be made through the below online link by January 3, 2020. If you have a child in 2nd and/or 4th grade, they will take the test during school with their class and do not need to be signed up. For other grade levels, we are offering an optional testing opportunity. In order to decrease disruption to your child's instruction, this testing opportunity will take place on Saturday, January 11, at Maple Dale from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm for all four elementary buildings.
Please note it is the parents' responsibility to provide transportation to and from Maple Dale on morning of testing.
Part Time Job Opportunity
The Sycamore HS PTO is looking for an individual to serve as the store manager and merchandise buyer for the Aves Hangar Bookstore and Spirit Shop, located on the school’s campus, anticipated to begin mid to late January 2020. This is a new position and will replace the role currently held by volunteer managers.
Retail experience and knowledge of sales and marketing principles are necessary. This is a contract position, with an average expected work-load of 20 hours/week. Schedule is somewhat flexible. Incentive opportunities are also available.
For more information on responsibilities, time commitment, requirements, etc, please visit: https://www.sycamoreschools.org/Page/3365