BULLDOG BARK
Emerson Elementary April 16, 2023
1ST GRADE CRITTERS!
School Climate Reminders!
Please review the reminders and house cleaning items in this weeks Bulldog Bark!
We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our Emerson environment safe and positive!
Mr. Argiri
PETS!
While everyone loves their pets at home...not everyone may feel the same way at school. Please refrain from bringing pets when dropping off or picking up your son or daughter at the school. We have students that are afraid of animals, and in many instances, while you may know that your dog or cat are harmless with you or at home, when put in a situation with many unfamiliar people, they may act quite differently. Thank you for your assistance with this, as we try to make our school a comfortable place to be for everyone that comes to Emerson!
FOOD DELIVERIES!
Reminder for Parents!
The District does not allow the delivery of food and beverages from outside vendors or fast food establishments for a student’s breakfast or lunch meal. All meals are to be provided by either our Food Service program or prepared at home and sent with your student.
Outside food delivery is a safety concern. We do not want to have strangers and people that we do not know coming to our buildings with delivery bags. It also is a workload issue for office personnel. Managing multiple food deliveries during lunch time becomes an additional responsibility for our office staff.
The District works hard to provide a variety of healthy, good tasting food in its cafeterias and students are always free to bring their own lunch to school. We will continue to follow our past practice of making sure students receive lunch if they forget to bring one from home.
Families should also refrain from excessive lunch deliveries, our office can accommodate an occasional forgotten lunch or special circumstance but not the volume we have been experiencing this spring.
Thank You for your cooperation.
Dress Code Reminders!
Hello Parents,
Now that spring is here with a great past week of weather it is time for our annual 3rd trimester dress code reminder!
The following types of clothing are inappropriate for school and will not be allowed:
· Hats, caps and bandannas in school unless required in class for safety reasons.
· Shorts may be worn any time during the school year.
· Shorts must be mid-thigh or longer. Bare midriff tops, halters, revealing tops, tank tops, muscle shirts, mesh clothing, see-through clothing, blouses or shirts with string type straps.
· Skirts and dresses must be mid-thigh or longer.
· Displays with offensive words and symbols on garments or accessories, alcohol or drug related sayings or symbols, including tobacco products.
· Tight fitting clothing or clothing of spandex-type material that is not covered with other clothing to mid-thigh.
· Any type of cutoffs, i.e. jerseys, sweats, or pants
· Thongs, slides and sandals. Footwear must have closed toes and heels. Shoes must be worn. No Crocs! We will be very active each day for the rest of the year, proper foot wear is essential for recess, physical education and activity safety.
Spring Recess Reminder!
Mr. Anderson has age appropriate spring activities during physical education.
Thank you for your cooperation.
RESTORATIVE PRACTICES!
We are very excited to offer you the opportunity to attend a three-hour training session in Restorative Practices. The program offers a look at the Restorative Practices theory and its application. It is a very dynamic, interactive training that focuses on creating relationships and building practical skills that use a relational approach for parents and caregivers.
What will be learned:
The theory of Restorative Practices, how it is being implemented in our school district and strategies that parents can apply when dealing with your children and loved ones.
We will discuss the power of affective statements and restorative questioning. We will demonstrate how community building circles are being implemented at FPS and how they make a difference in our relationships.
Who will be teaching:
Your instructors collectively hold over 50 years’ experience in education, 27 years in Public Safety, and over a dozen years directly related to Restorative Practices. Our instructors – a retired police officer, a teacher, and a school social worker – are well trained in RP and have been training the Fraser Public School District employees in Restorative Practices for the last five years.
Who should attend:
Any parent or guardian who does not have all the answers to raising your kids!!!
Why attend:
It takes a village to raise a child. Allow us to support you and provide you an additional set of tools in your parent toolbox! You won’t regret the time you spend with us!!!
When:
Wednesday, April 19th from 6pm to 9pm at Richards Middle School Media Center. Free Pizza and Pop will be provided along with childcare!!!
In addition
Fraser Department of Public Safety will be hosting dinner for all who attend.
Safety Town-Public Safety Awareness for students
We are also offering free childcare for school aged kids (5-12). The students will have excitement of their own. Our students will experience “Safety Town” by Fraser’s Finest. They will visit the police station, the fire station, the EMS station, our support dog station, and a fun craft station. (This will be set up at RMS around the corner from our training)
Sign up today, seats are limited.
Sign up on the link below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F094DADAB2CA6FB6-restorative8
Mrs. Loveridge's 4th grade class wins ROCKY for April!
Ms. Gordon's class wins ROCKY JR. for April!
M-STEP TESTING STARTS THIS WEEK!
It is extremely important that your child be at school and on time on the main testing dates listed below because make up testing may be a challenge. Please bring ear buds or headphones.
You can help your child to do his/her very best on this test by:
- Being in school on days of testing
- Getting a good night’s sleep before testing
- Eating a healthy breakfast
- Bring their iPad to school fully charged
- Reminding your child to ask the teacher questions if they do not understand test directions
- Reminding your child to ask the teacher questions regarding the technology features if they are unclear
- Telling your child to take their time and double check their answers
- Telling your child to be confident in their ability
- Encouraging your child to do their best
If you have any questions, please feel free to call me or your child’s teacher.
3rd Grade
Wednesday, April 19 - ELA
Tuesday, April 25 - Math
4th Grade
Thursday, April 27 - ELA
Tuesday, May 2 - Math
5th Grade
Thursday, April 20 - ELA
Wednesday, April 26 - Math
Thursday, May 4 - Social Studies
Wednesday, May 10 - Science
6th Grade
Wednesday, May 3 - ELA
Tuesday, May 9 - Math
Please ensure that your child is well rested on their testing day. They should come to school with a fully charged iPad .
NO PHONES, SMART WATCHES OR ELECTRONIC DEVICES ALLOWED IN THE ROOMS DURING M-STEP!
If needed devices should be turned completely off and properly stored in a back pack during testing!
CHARACTER TRAIT FOR APRIL IS PROBLEM SOLVING!
April: Problem Solving
Mantra: I can consider possible solutions and points of view to help solve a problem.
Quote: “Whatever the problem, be part of the solution.” Tina Fey
APRIL PAWSOME STUDENTS
Alistair Juarez-Chesney
Alistair is Pawsome in room 108! Alistair works hard every day, always putting forth his best. He is a great problem solver, and often helps neighbors to find solutions to their problems. We are glad to have him in our third-grade family!
3rd Grade
Mrs. Thompson
Madison Justus
Madison is Pawsome in room 108! Madison has a fantastic growth mindset, always pushing forward to keep learning and growing. She is a kind friend to others, and never hesitates to help out in the classroom. We are glad to have her in our third-grade family!
3rd Grade
Mrs. Thompson
Vincent Heinz
Vincent is Pawsome because he is always kind and friendly to his classmates and teachers. He takes his time with his work and is a responsible student! Keep up the great work, Vincent!
3rd Grade
Ms. Strahan
Chloe Vertus
Chloe is Pawsome because she is an enthusiastic learner and cares about others. She stands up for herself and for her classmates. Keep working hard, Chloe!
3rd Grade
Ms. Strahan
Ben Markiewicz
Ben Markiewicz
Ben is such a friend to all in 4th grade. A very active participant in class discussions and quite the conversationalist. Ben has it in him to reach the stars and beyond. Thank you for bringing a smile to class every day.
4th Grade
Mrs. Loveridge
Brady Engbarth
Brady has the drive to achieve his goals and has been working very hard this year. Even when work becomes hard, he never gives up. Brady enjoys working with his classmates and is a positive role model with his kindness and polite character. We appreciate your hard work everyday Brady!
4th Grade
Mrs. Loveridge
Kalaiah Amos
Kalaiah has shown great progress in art class this year. She is very enthusiastic and tries her best each week when she comes to art class. Great job being pawsome in art class Kalaiah!
Art
Ms. Babcock
Carter Ward
Carter has been working very hard in art class to follow all the directions and try his best. He is excited to learn new things. Great job at being pawsome in art class Carter!!
Art
Ms. Babcock
ARE YOU RETURNING TO EMERSON FOR THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR!
Are You Returning To Emerson in the Fall?
We are beginning to plan for the 2023-2024 school year at this time. It would be extremely helpful for us to know whether or not your child will be returning to Fraser in the fall. We are asking each family to help us with this process by completing the form below. Please take a moment to fill it out. Please complete ONE FORM per child.
We greatly appreciate your assistance planning for next school year!
APRIL CALENDAR
APRIL
4/18 – 5th grade Percy Jackson Musical
4/18 – Early Release
4/19 -- Family Dinner at Applebees 4-9PM
5/1 -- 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Grade Vocal Music Concert FHS Auditorium 7PM
CALENDAR EVENTS/ FLYERS!
ATTENTION 1ST, 2ND & 3RD GRADE PARENTS!
APRIL BREAKFAST AND LUNCH MENUS AVAILABLE NOW!
PTO All Year Fundraisers
Kroger
Do you have a Kroger Card?
1. Create a digital account at www.kroger.com
2. Link your Kroger account to Emerson Elementary School, organization number YN822.
3. Every time you scan your Kroger card, a percentage of your spending will go back to the PTO.
Box Tops
Box Tops went DIGITAL
https://www.boxtops4education.com/
1. Download the app, Box Tops for Education.
2. Create an account.
3. Choose Emerson Elementary School as your school.
4. Open the app and take pick pictures of your grocery receipts. The app will identify and keep track of money earned for you.
TECH SUPPORT
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM THE EMERSON OFFICE
Important Contact Information:
Main Office Phone: 586-439-6700
Absentee Phone Line: 586-439-6790
24 hour recorded line, please leave your child's reason for absence and length of time out. Absences reported to this line, ensure most timely and accurate record.
Fax: 586-439-6701
Emerson Principal: Mr. Sam Argiri
Email: Samuel.Argiri@fraserk12.org
School Administrative Assistant: Ms. Christina Salisbury
Email: christina.salisbury@fraserk12.org
Building Hours - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
School Hours: 8:35 am – 3:30 pm
First Bell: 8:30 am
Instructional Bell: 8:35 am