Aviator Updates
SY23 CWFDES FAMILY ISSUE #4
A WEEK: September 19-23
Hello Aviator Families!
Our Duke Morning News has really kicked it up a notch this year. (Thank you Ms. Owen!!!)
Each week, the 5th grade news anchors present the following to the Duke student body:
- Word of the week: Circular
- [Tuesday] Trivia Question of the Week: Will be announced Tuesday.
- Brain Teaser of the Week: Who is the king of all school supplies?
Students have until the end of the week to enter their answers to the media center; winners are announced the following Monday on the morning news. Our students are loving these challenges, and they serve as great conversation starters for you at home. Let's have a great week!
All the best,
Ms. Katie Kortokrax, Principal
Notable Dates
Thurs, Sept 22 - Two Hour Early Release; No School for Pre-K
Running Club Permission Form Due
Fri, Sept 23 - No School, Professional Day
Wed, Sept 28 - PTA General Membership Meeting (more details to come)
Thurs, Sept 29 - Fall Picture Day
Mon, Oct 10 - Two Hour Early Dismissal & Parent Teacher Conferences
Fri, Oct 28 - Final Date for Book Sale Forms (see below)
Mon, Oct 31 - Author Visit
Action Item for ALL Families:
Fri, Sept 30 - Deadline to complete the *required* Acceptable Use Policy.
Thursday, 9/29/2022
Skip the Order Form & Pre-order Before Picture Day
https://classicphotographyimaging.simplephoto.com/search/captwfd2022
Pre-order access will expire 48 hours after picture day
Questions?
(800)869-9515 x112
Parent/Teacher Conference Day
Parent Teacher Association
PTA Mum Sale Fundraiser!
The Duke PTA is holding a Fall Mum Sale Fundraiser! Orders must be placed by Friday 9/23. Pick up will happen on Thursday 10/5 from 4:30-6pm at the school. Please fill out the order form below to order! Thank you for your support!
PTA is Hosting a Staff Appreciation Trail Mix Bar on Wednesday, September 28th.
Physical & Collaborative Fun in PE Class
Is Your Schoology Parent Portal Set Up Yet?
Schoology has a Mobile App!
Directions to Log Into the Schoology Mobile App.
Families that did not receive a notification about their Schoology Parent Account should email schoology@smcps.org so we can have our SMCPS Schoology Team investigate and provide answers.
Duke Elementary - Where Children SOAR!
Fill out the form below for a chance to win a FREE yearbook. (Submissions due before September 30th.)
Upcoming Author Visit: Aaron Reynolds
Aaron Reynolds, the author of Creepy Carrots, Carnivores, Nerdy Birdy, and many more books, is coming to Duke on Halloween! In preparation for his visit, we are conducting a book sale of his titles. If you are interested in purchasing any of his books, fill out the linked form and return it by September 28th. Also, please make checks out to The White Rabbit.
Cafeteria Corner
Meal Benefit Application
My School Bucks
School Menu
Check our Nutrislice Webpage to:
- View Helpful nutrition info
- Download our FREE mobile app!
- Menus may be subject to change due to supply shortages.
Please note: we are still offering the free and reduced meal program based on the status determined from the meal benefit application. Students who qualify based on income or direct certification will still receive free or reduced meals this school year. A new application must be submitted for this school year to qualify.
Leonardtown High School Athletics
Mr. Copsey, the principal at Leonardtown High School, reached out to welcome our Duke Families to their upcoming events! Here is their calendar of events for the fall season. Go Raiders!
- Tickets to the game are $6 dollars (Cash only)
- Also, this year, we are required to wand/search bags that are not clear, so it's best not to bring a bag or bring a clear bag.
Joke of the Week
Why is Peter Pan always flying?
Because he Neverlands. (I love this joke because it never grows old.)
Action Items:
Vetting of applications can take several weeks. Field trip chaperones must have successfully completed the volunteer application process before they can be considered.
Helpful Links
Captain Walter Francis Duke Elementary
We welcome your questions and inquiries. Please call 240-309-4658, refer to the SMCPS Back to School website, or our CWFDES website for additional information.
Katie Kortokrax, Principal
Zach Adams, Assistant Principal
Email: klkortokrax@smcps.org
Website: https://schools.smcps.org/cwfdes/
Location: 23595 Hayden Farm Lane, Leonardtown, MD 20650
Phone: (240) 309-4658
Twitter: @CWFDES_SMCPS