Simonton Parent Newsletter
Friday, November 15, 2019
Every Student, Every Day, Deserves to Learn, Lead, & Excel!
A Message from Ms. Perkins:
Thank you to all of the parents who brought their children out to sing in the Central Gwinnett Cluster Chorus concert. Our students sounded fabulous. It was great to watch them show their musical talents.
Join us next Tuesday, November 19, 2019 for our Simonton ES All Pro Dads Breakfast. It will be held in the media center. Breakfast will begin at 7:15 am.
Next week if the last full week of school before the Thanksgiving Break. All Gwinnett County Public Schools will be closed from Monday, November 25, 2019 through Friday, November 29, 2019. We can not wait to welcome everyone back on Monday, December 2, 2019.
Tickets are still on sale for our Candlelight Luncheon. You may pay on MyPaymentsPlus, or sent the RSVP form back with cash or a check. Student lunch times are attached to the flyer below.
Have an awesome weekend!
Place Your Orders for the 2019-2020 Simonton ES Yearbook
The time to order yearbooks has arrived! We are excited to announce that we will be returning to a hardcover version. Please place orders through your MyPayments Plus account.
The cost will be $23.00
It's the biggest story of the year....and YOUR child is in it!!!
We need your help!!
Please download the iOS or Android app, enter your yearbook's information, & you're ready to go! Each submitted photo includes contributor information, photo identifications, and a caption.
So, please whenever you are attending an event here at Simonton, whether it is a luncheon during the day, an after school event, or perhaps a field trip that you chaperone, take a moment to share the pictures that you take.
Your help and assistance is incredibly valuable, especially given that our photographers cannot capture every aspect of an event.
Please scan the QR code below...
Simonton's project code is 028127 and a password is not required (so that part can just be skipped)
Next week's Lunch Menu:
All Gwinnett County Public Schools will be closed Monday, November 25, 2019 - Friday, November 29, 2019 for Thanksgiving Break!!
Mark Your Calendars:
Monday, November 18
- School Spelling Bee ~ 8:45-9:45 am
Tuesday, November 19
- All Pro Dads Breakfast ~ 7:15-8:00 am
- PTA Reflections Awards
- 5th Grade 4-H Presentation
Wednesday, November 20
- PTA Board Meeting ~ 12:30- 1:30 pm
Thursday, November 21
- Principal for a Day Visit
Friday, November 22
- Pajama Day (PBIS Fundraiser) ~ 10:00-11:00 am
Monday, November 25 - Friday, November 29 ~ Thanksgiving Break
Our October Character Students of the Month...
Our October PBIS students of the Month...
Calling all Dads, Uncles, and Grandfathers....
OUR NEXT "ALL PRO DADS BREAKFAST" WILL BE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH.
Please join us in the Media Center at 7:15 am. We look forward to seeing everyone!
Our School Store will be opening next week on November 19th:
Located at the end of the front hallway, Simonton's new school store will be open on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
No child will be allowed to spend more than $5.00/day, so please ensure that your child does not bring in more than that to school on school store days.
- The store will sell basic school supplies (paper, pencils, pens, erasers, folders, glue sticks, composition notebooks, crayons, colored pencils, etc), novelty items (character/decorated pencils, pens, erasers, pencil toppers, grips, etc), and healthy snacks (like Goldfish, granola bars, pretzels)
Don't forget about our next Pajama Day...
Friday, November 22nd
Bring $1.00 to school to wear your favorite pajamas!
Please do not wear NIGHTGOWNS or SLIPPERS!
Funds raised will support Simonton’s PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) Program.
Don't forget to take the Parent Survey that appears on the Parent Portal - it will be available for 1 more week:
Reserve your spot for our Candlelight Luncheon:
Please join us for this special event!
We will be serving the following:
Entrée Selections: Turkey, Gravy Stuffing/Dressing
Sides/Desserts Selections: Sweet Potato Souffle, Mashed Potatoes, Rolls, Green Beans, Assorted Fresh Fruit, Frozen Fruit Cups, Cranberry Sauce
Reservations are required and will not be accepted after November 22, 2019.
Come celebrate Native American Heritage Month at the GEHC!
Monday, November 25, 2019
10:00am-2:00pm
Admission is $5/person for Gwinnett County residents
- Discover the culture and contributions of the Cherokee and Creek Indians, Georgia’s earliest settlers.
- Visit a Cherokee hunting encampment.
- Enjoy crafts, games, demonstrations and more!
Mr. Wilbanks' American Education Week message:
5th Grade Fund Raiser Fun Hair or Hat Day!
Bring $1.00 on Friday, December 20, 2019
Wear a fun hat or wear a fun hairstyle
Weekly Parent Engagement Tips:
1. Jump Start Your Child's Creative Writing Skills Here's a great way to encourage your child to write and have fun together at the same time. Set a timer for six minutes. Then, until it rings, each of you write whatever comes into your head. Keep writing, even if it doesn't make sense. When the timer goes off, share what you each wrote. This technique is also great when your child has a writing assignment and says, "I can't think of anything to write." 2. Test Stress Eases When Students Prepare Children with test anxiety are so afraid of failing that they can't do their best. It doesn't help to tell them to relax. What does help is preparation. Give your child a quiet study space, and help her spread her studying out over several days. Then make sure that she gets enough sleep the night before the test. On test day, send her out the door with an "I know you will do well. You're prepared." 3. Give Your Child the Words to Express Anger At one time or another, many parents will hear "I hate you" from their child. When kids lash out with angry words, it's important not to overreact. Wait until you are both calm, and then explain to your child that "hate" is a hurtful word and it isn't acceptable. Give him some alternative things to say when he's upset, such as "I'm angry," or "I'm disappointed. 4. Watch for the Signals of School Struggle Bad grades aren't the only signal that your child may be struggling in school. If she suddenly doesn't want to go to school, for example, she may have a problem with a friend or a teacher. If she starts blaming others for making it hard for her to learn, or says things like, "I knew I'd never be good in school," she may be afraid she will fail. If you see these signs, discuss them with your child's teacher or school counselor. 5. Basic Precautions Help Keep Students Safe at School Keeping students safe while they learn is a top priority for schools and parents. To help, encourage your child to get to know all the adults at school, not just his teachers. That way, he'll know who he can turn to for help. Remind him that there is safety in numbers, and he should stay close to friends and walk in groups in the hallways. Make it clear that he must tell an adult immediately if a student brings a weapon to school. 6. Create a Keepsake that Reinforces Family Ties You can make the special days your family celebrates even more special by keeping a family journal of the events. Describe your preparations, and what went well and what didn't. Note what everyone talked about and how they felt (Lana squealed when Aiden…). You'll be capturing memories and creating stories that will strengthen your child's sense of family. Read them together often. 7. Take the Frustration out of Discipline Kids are great at pushing parents' buttons. But reacting with anger doesn't help. When you stay calm and under control, you deal from a position of strength. So, when your child's behavior is frustrating, take a deep breath and explain what you want her to do. Remind her of the consequences of not doing it. Then offer a choice: Your child can change her behavior or accept the consequences.
Simonton Elementary- What We Stand For...
Vision
Simonton is committed to dynamic high quality instruction resulting in a passion for learning, leading and excelling.
Core Belief
Every Student Every Day, Deserves to Learn, Lead, and Excel
Commitments
We commit to giving our students a fresh start every day.
We commit to preparing quality and engaging lessons that will prepare our students to be successful in school.
We commit to teaching, modeling and holding our students accountable for appropriate school behavior.
We commit to providing our students with a structured and safe learning environment.
We commit to a great year of learning, leading, and excelling.
Simonton Elementary School:
Assistant Superintendent- Dr. Terry Watlington
Board Member- Mr. Steven B. Knudsen
Principal- Tamara G. Perkins
Assistant Principal- Daphne Miles
Assistant Principal- Nicole Tomlinson
Assistant Principal- Emily Young
Website: gcpsk12.org/SimontonES
Location: 275 Simonton Road Southeast, Lawrenceville, GA, USA
Phone: (770) 513- 6637