Rainbow Elementary School
Monday Morning Message February 27, 2023
About Us: Rainbow Elementary School
Principal: Mrs. Maria Stauffer
Assistant Principal: Mr. Jeff Kuciapinski
Attendance Office: (rbattendance@casdschools.org).
The mission of the Coatesville Area School District, rich in diversity and committed to excellence, is to create innovative educational experiences, which are funded by the taxpayers, supported by the community, delivered by dedicated teachers and administrators, to ensure all students will become responsible, contributing global citizens.
Email: staufferm@casdschools.org
Website: https://www.casdschools.org/rainbow
Location: 1113 West Lincoln Highway, Coatesville, PA, USA
Phone: (610) 383-3780
Facebook: facebook.com/coatesvilleSD/
Twitter: @CASDRainbow
Wildcat Code
1.Be respectful
2. Be responsible
3. Be safe
This Week's Schedule Rotation
2/27: Day 6
2/28: Day 1
3/1: Day 2
3/2: Day 3
3/3: Day 4
Message from Mrs. Stauffer
Dear Rainbow Families,
This week we continue to celebrate the contributions of African American Changemakers. This week during our morning announcements we are introducing students to WEB DuBois. WEB DuBois provides us with our weekly quote, "Education and work are the levers to uplift people." If your student enjoyed learning about Martin Luther King, Jr., Harriet Tubman, and Rosa Parks.
March brings many exciting activities to Rainbow. The week of 2/27-3/3 will be Read Across Rainbow Week. We will celebrate the importance of literacy with a Readers are Superheroes parent engagement night and a Spirt Week to celebrate the importance of reading.
Monday 2/27 : Reading brightens our day! Wear as many colors as you can!
Tuesday 2/28: Hats off to reading-Wear your favorite hat!
Wednesday 3/1: Reading takes us places...including our feet! Wear crazy socks
Thursday 3/2: Reading is our superpower! Dress as your favorite superhero!
Friday 3/3: Reading is out of this world! Wear space-themed items!
Kind Regards,
Mrs. Stauffer
Parent Mobile App is Here!
eSchoolPlus Family
The eSchoolPLUS Family App allows you to view your student’s current classwork, schedule, grades and more using your smart phone or tablet. Login using the same login/password you use for Home Access Center. The application is available for iOS (7.1 and higher), Android (4.03 and higher), and Kindle devices, and can be downloaded from iTunes, Google Play, or the Amazon app store.
Click here for a reference guide and to download the app to your device.
Mark your calendars! Rainbow Elementary School Movie Night
When: Thursday, March 2, 2023
Where: Rainbow’s LGR
Time: 6:00 -8:30
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Feel free to bring a snack/drink to enjoy during the movie.
Bring a blanket or chair!
**If you plan to attend Movie Night, please fill out the registration
form at the bottom of the red paper your student brought home and return it to
your child's teacher.
Spring Pictures!
February PAW Recipients
- Jade Raison: Ms. Ruser shared, "Jade is always so positive and excited to learn! She does a great job following the Wildcat Code and being a role model and leader in our classroom community. I can always count on her to be a dedicated learner and a great friend to others. Great job Jade!"
- Stella Polk: Mrs. Ferretti-Smith shared, "Stella always has a positive attitude, a desire to learn, and the ability to make connections. Stella demonstrates the Wildcat Code everyday. Way To Go!"
- Ge'Vonie White: Ms. Adamski shared, "For always remembering to spread Wildcat kindness. This young boy is always showing positivity and lights up the classroom! He is always ready to tackle any challenge thrown his way. We have all been impressed with his dedication to make sure our class remains happy, safe, and fun. "
- Arionn Trice: Mrs. Wilson-Stenz shared, "Arionn is a super worker and gets results! She follows the Wild Cat Code and encourages her classmates to be their best! She is a kind leader!!"
- A'niyah Dutton: Ms. Braccia shared, "A'niyah is a Wildcat Code super star! She is always using respectful voice levels, making responsible choices, and exhibiting safe behaviors. She comes to school in her green zone and does her best to make her friends feel the same way! Keep it Up!"
- William Baille: Mrs. Toth shared, "William is a hard worker and participates during lessons. He follows the Wildcat Code throughout the day. He is dependable, helpful and kind to everyone. I am very proud to have William in my class this year!"
- Daniela Garcia-Zavala: Dr. Bisazza shared ,"Daniela is a wonderful wildcat! She has grown so much as a reader! She always tries her best and follows the wildcat code!"
- Ja'Nasia Thompson: Ms. Smith shared, "Ja'Nasia is an outstanding Wildcat! She comes to class with a smile and a positive attitude. She is always ready to do her best work. Ja'Nasia has grown as a reader because of her hard work. I appreciate Ja'Nasia and am proud to be her reading teacher!"
- Janderson Rax Maaz: Mrs. Tobin shared, "Janderson follows the Wildcat Code every day. He is polite and respectful to his teachers and classmates, is a wonderful helper, and is always excited to learn!"
Rainbow PTO Bundtlet Fundraiser
Welcome Class of 2036!
The Coatesville Area School District is so excited to begin its partnership with you to prepare your child for his or her future. A child's early years are the foundation for success both academically and emotionally. The kindergarten registration process can be completed online. Please access the 2023-2024 Kindergarten Pre-Registration form by:
You can go onto the website: www.casdschools.org
- Scroll to the “Quick Links” section
- Click “2023-2024 Kindergarten Pre-Registration”
In addition to basic information about your child, please be prepared to upload copies of the following documents:
· Birth Certificate
· Immunization Records
· Proof of Residency
It's Time to Order a Yearbook!
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CASD 2022-2023 ELEMENTARY CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT
Title I Information
In Case you Missed it!
Safety Reminder
Please do not park in the bus loop for drop-off or pick-up from:
9:00 - 10:00 AM
3:30 - 4:45 PM
Thank you for helping us keep our students and staff safe.
Home Access Account Creation
As you know, the district has transitioned to paperless report cards. It is important that parents/guardians have HAC accounts to view student report cards. You are now able to se up your own HAC account! If you need to set up an HAC account for your student(s), please follow the step-by-step directions below.
Attached you will find, English and Spanish, step-by-step directions for creating your HAC account. Please contact Rainbow's school counselors with any questions.
Getting Ready for PSSAs Grades 3-5
- English Language Arts – April 24, 25, & 26 (grades 3 - 5)
- Math – May 1 & 2 (grades 3 - 5)
- Science - May 3 & 4 (grade 4 only)
While assessment scores represent a snapshot in time of student performance and should not be considered the sole indicator of student achievement, your students participation in testing is important. Data obtained from each assessment serves as one of the tools for planning school programs, designing curriculum and instruction, and providing information to the public.
Pokemon Cards
Pokemon cards are enjoying a resurgence in popularity, but unfortunately, they are sometimes problematic when brought to school. Recently, the Rainbow staff and I have addressed many issues with missing cards, disagreements about trades, and damaged cards. Sadly, the issues have been upsetting to children and their families, and they have taken up time that is dedicated to instruction.
To alleviate these issues, we are requesting that Pokemon cards remain at home. I know that some children greatly enjoy playing with them, but the issues associated with playing with them at school have been significant. Thank you for your understanding and support as we work to create the best learning environment for our students
Message from the School Nurse
Hi Rainbow Community,
I am reaching out to ask for your support as we navigate the trifecta of Flu (Influenza), RSV, and Covid. Chester County is experiencing high levels of Influenza A. COVID-19 is at medium level. RSV is most common under the age of 5. These children may have cold symptoms, sore throat, fever, not eating or drinking well. Sometimes, RSV infection can lead to wheezing or bronchiolitis or pneumonia. You should have your child seen by the doctor for proper diagnosis.
Vaccines for Influenza and COVID-19 are available at many pharmacies and Chester County Department of Health by appointment only, 610-344-5405.
Please keep your child home if they are sick. If your student becomes sick at school, you will be asked to pick them up promptly. Students with Influenza can return to school after being fever free for 24 hours without any fever reducing medication and symptoms have improved.
If your child test positive for COVID-19, the must isolate for 5 full days. The first full day of symptoms is Day 0. They can return with a well-fitting mask on Day 6 if their symptoms are improving and fever free for at least 24 hours without fever reducing medication.
This is our district illness policy which can be found on the CASD website under Rainbow:“The following are some symptoms which may mean that your child is ill. Your child should remain at home when he/she has: Fever over 100 degrees, chills. persistent cough or shortness of breath, vomiting. diarrhea, unusual skin rash. severe sore throat, enlarged glands, abdominal pain, or inflamed eyes/eye discharge. A child should remain home at least 24 hours without a fever (without the use of fever-reducing medication) and/or vomiting following an illness. By following these guidelines, you will protect not only the health of your child, but the health or his/her classmates. Note that your child will not be able to attend school if he/she is suffering from untreated pink eye, impetigo, ringworm, scabies, unusual skin rash, severe sore throat, or fever over 100 degrees.”
All the best,
Maria Buhl, School Nurse
Message from the Attendance Office
Important Reminders
Student Name/Teacher/Date and Time of Dismissal/Reason/Name of Adult picking up and relationship/Parent Signature and parent daytime phone#
All early dismissals should be completed at the main office by 3:00. Students must be signed out. Dismissals after 3:15 will be in the parent pickup line.
The adult picking up must bring a government issued Photo ID (preferably a driver’s license).
Refillable water bottles:Rainbow has transitioned to bottle filling stations. Water fountains have been turned off. Students should bring a refillable water bottle to school..
Transportation: A nationwide bus driver shortage is impacting many districts, including Coatesville, and may lead to increased delays. Buses normally run late the first two weeks of school as students and drivers become accustomed to their routes. We appreciate your patience. If your student is riding the bus, please have them at the bus stop 10 minutes prior to the arrival of the bus.
Parent-Pick-Up Notes: Thank you for having patience with us as we work to make our afternoon dismissal more efficient. Please help up with this by sending a parent pick up note into school with your student. You may send in a handwritten note or download and print the form below.