Roadrunner Times
May 12, 2022
Mark Your Calendar
May 9 - 13 - STAAR Testing Week (NO VISITORS on Campus)
May 16 - Pre-K End of Year Program
May 18 - Rountree Field Day
May 19 - Rountree Alums Senior Walk
May 20 - 6th Grade Promotion & Last Day of School (EARLY RELEASE)
STAAR Testing - Make-up Days
Rountree Families,
All 3rd-6th grade students are required to take the State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR) test every year. The makeup days are listed here:
- Friday, May 13: Makeup Day
- Tuesday, May 17: Makeup Day
- Wednesday, May 18: Makeup Day
Please help ensure your students are well rested the night before their test, eat a good breakfast the day of their test, and arrive to school on time. We know they have been working so hard with their teachers to show off all the skills they have learned!
Lara Utecht,
Principal
Field Day Prep - Wednesday, May 18th!
Rountree Family,
Please review these tips from Coach Martin in preparation for ROUNTREE FIELD DAY 2022!
- Bring appropriate clothing to get wet. The majority of the stations are water stations, so students will be getting wet. Please ensure that ALL clothing is appropriate when dry/wet.
- A towel will be needed.
- Sunscreen is highly recommended.
- A change of clothes and shoes for the last part of the day would be beneficial to students as well.
***IF YOU ORDERED A FIELD DAY SHIRT, YOUR STUDENT(S) WILL RECEIVE IT AS SOON AS THE SHIRTS ARE READY. IF YOU MISSED THE ORDER DEADLINE, WE WILL LET YOU KNOW IF A LIMITED NUMBER WILL BE AVAILABLE ON-SITE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ORDERS!***
Last Day of School Dismissal - May 20, 2022
Kindergarten - 6th grade will dismiss at 12pm.
Parents of Current 6th Graders - Mustang Roundup
Mustang Roundup, Ford Middle School's incoming 7th grader and new student orientation, will be held on Tuesday, July 26th and Thursday, July 28th. Parents should choose one of the two dates for their student to attend. Parents will drop off their student at the Main Gym entrance at 9:00am and will pick up their student at the same location at 11:00am. While at Ford, students will be provided with a tour of the building as well as opportunities to learn about procedures, programs, activities, and events. Attendance is not required, but highly recommended. This event is for students only. This will be an exciting opportunity to learn more about the school and to meet new friends. We look forward to meeting and getting to know our new Mustangs! Please click here to complete the Mustang Roundup registration form and to let us know which day your student is attending. Thank you!
Doug Wilhelm
Principal
Ford Middle School, Allen ISD
(972) 727-0590
Calling rising 2nd & 7th grade GIRLS interested in STEAM!
Please register your student soon or notify your child's teacher of your interest. Use these links or the QR codes below. Don't miss out.
2/3 Grade Sign Up Link: https://www.schoolpay.com/pay/for/Girls-STEM--STEAM-Camp-Grades-23-/Sdw7PXJ
4/5 Grade Sign Up Link: https://www.schoolpay.com/pay/for/Girls-STEM--STEAM-Grades-4--5/SCPdeh
6/7 Grade Sign Up Link: https://www.schoolpay.com/pay/for/Girls-STEM--STEAM-Grades-6--7/SenQauq
Internet Safety Tips
Please take a look:
Internet safety
As kids get older, it gets a little trickier to monitor their time spent online. They may carry a smartphone with them at all times. They probably want some privacy. This can be healthy, but often dangerous, when various sites are overlooked. Yes, the internet can provide a safe "virtual" environment for exploring some newfound freedom if precautions are taken.
- Talk about the sites and apps teens use and their online experiences - visit them yourself- check it out.
- Discuss the dangers of interacting with strangers online.
- Remind them that people online don't always tell the truth.
- Explain that passwords are there to protect against things like identity theft. They should never share them with anyone, even a boyfriend, girlfriend, or best friend.
Parents, taking an active role in your kids' Internet activities helps ensure that they benefit from them without being exposed to the potential dangers.
CHECK THE LINKS FOR MORE ON THIS TOPIC FOR:
Half-day & Full-day Prekindergarten Program
In the 2022-2023 school year, Allen ISD will serve eligible students in a half-day Prekindergarten program and a full-day Prekindergarten program. There are limited seats for the full-day program.
The full-day program will consist of two full-day monolingual Prekindergarten classes and one full-day bilingual Prekindergarten class. All three full-day classes will be located at Rountree Elementary. A Prekindergarten lottery process will be held for the full-day available class seats. In order to be considered for the Prekindergarten lottery for the 2022-2023 school year, families must complete the Prekindergarten registration process and submit all required documentation by Thursday, May 26, 2022. Families will receive email notification of selection or wait list during the week of June 20th. Families of selected students must confirm their acceptance and commitment for the 2022-2023 school year by the established deadline.
UPDATE IN DISMISSAL
As we continue to work together to improve our arrival and dismissal options, please be mindful that effective immediately:
Students who have not been picked up by 3:10pm must be picked up from the front office, and a car tag or government issued ID will need to be presented at the time of pick-up.
Thank you so much for your support!
Responsibility: Character Trait for the Month of May
During May, Rountree teachers will be looking for students who demonstrate Responsibility. This looks like picking up after yourself and taking care of what needs to be done without being told. Responsibility sounds like, "I did do that, and I shouldn't have," - not blaming others.
We are so proud of our Rountree Roadrunners! We will recognize and reward these positive behaviors we are seeing at Rountree.
Time for Yourself
SUMMER HIRING: AISD Maintenance & Facilities
AISD Maintenance and Facilities hiring for Summer Help:
- 40 hours per week guaranteed
- Electrical, General Maintenance, HVAC and Plumbing trades
- Lamp Changing Crew
- Need responsible individuals
- Show up on time
- Don’t mind getting dirty
- Aren’t afraid of heights
- Will follow instructions
Students have to be at least 16 years of age. This is a great way to learn a possible trade skill for HVAC, plumbing, electrical. If your child is interested you will email Steve Hanner - steven.hanner@allenisd.org.
Changes in Dismissal Update
Rountree Family,
On regular dismissal days, thank you for your help in ensuring that any dismissal changes for the day are made no later than 2:00 pm. This will ensure enough time to notify the teachers and students.
We appreciate you!
You Have SOOOOO MUCH TO OFFER!
Rountree PTA needs your help! If you are looking to get involved at Rountree but aren't sure how, this is a great place to start! Please email rountree.pta.pres@gmail.com if you are interested in helping in any of these CURRENTLY OPEN roles:
1. 3rd Vice President (Ways and Means) responsible for selecting and overseeing fundraising
2. 4th Vice President (Programs) organizes and oversees events that help enrich students and their families' lives throughout the school year.
3. Healthy Lifestyles organizes events to promote exercise and healthy eating like Bike & Walk to school day
4. Communications works with school principal, teachers, staff and PTA to better reach our whole community via website, newsletter, email updates and calendar.
5. Membership Coordinator creates a membership drive event, coordinates drive at the start of the school year, maintains records of members and payment
6. Volunteer Coordinator maintains a list of volunteers and coordinates help for different events at the school
7. Parliamentarian serves to ensures that proper parliamentary procedures are followed
8. Hospitality knows, recognizes, and engages with teachers and staff by organizing appreciation events throughout the year and hosting Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
Required Vaccinations
Pre-K and ECSE Students
If your 4-year-old student's vaccination is due, please consult your student’s doctor/healthcare professional and have the vaccinations completed. Please provide a copy of the completed 4- year-old's vaccination record to Rountree.
6th Grade Students
Please be advised that the 7th grade vaccinations will be due prior to starting 7th grade next year so let's go ahead and get those vaccinations started. The following vaccinations are due for 6th grade student’s next year:
- 1 Tdap
- 1 MCV
Please consult your student’s healthcare provider/doctor about any additional vaccinations that your student may be missing. You can turn those completed vaccinations in to me and I can start entering them into Skyward. Take care and please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.
- Nurse Amy
More Tidbits Shared by Nurse Amy
CHECK OUT THIS HANDWASHING VIDEO
What can I do to mitigate infectious disease?
- Monitor your and your child’s health.
- Practice frequent hand washing and/or hand sanitizing.
- Rub hands vigorously with soap and water for 20 seconds.
- Use 60 percent alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue and throw the tissue in the trashcan.
- If no tissue is available, cough/sneeze into the crook of your arm and wash your hands.
- Consider wearing a face-covering when inside and around large groups.
- Stay away from others who are sick.
- Socially distance as feasible.
- Stay home if you are sick.
- Report any concerns of illness to the campus nurse immediately
The Infectious Disease information is on the Allen ISD Website under Quick Links 2021-2022: Health and Safety FAQ. Nurse Amy ❤ 👩🏽⚕️
Resources for our ECSE Families
Your student’s health, wellness & safety are our number 1 concern! Please click on the following link for information and FREE resources to keep your little one safe!
Allen Autism Parent Support Group | Smore Newsletters for Education
And as a friendly reminder, please remind your students that only teachers and parents open doors!
Rountree Attendance: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) & Tips
Please take a look at this important information concerning attendance. See the attachments below.
Thank you.
D L Rountree Elementary
Email: beth.bentley@allenisd.org
Website: https://www.allenisd.org/rountreees
Location: 800 East Main Street, Allen, TX, USA
Phone: 972-727-0550
Twitter: @rountreerr