Timothy Ball News March 9 - 13
Welcoming all. Believing in all. Growth for all.
A Note from Mr. Ciochina
The Timothy Ball Robotics team will be traveling to Indianapolis and competing at Lucas Oil stadium this weekend for the Indiana Elementary Vex Robotics State Competition! Congratulations to all of our hardworking teams and coaches on a great season. Team A, B, and C all had successful years and had fun in the process! Best of luck to Team B as they compete at STATE this weekend!
Congratulations to team members: Izzy S., Payton J., Lexi C., Riley K., Lucas Q., Kalei M., Justin D., Caleb J., Noah E., Jackson K., Ivy A., Parker F., Colton S., Sam T., and James B.
Please see the important message below from the Crown Point Community School Corporation:
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In preparation for potential impacts from the COVID-19 virus, this message updates you on school corporation operations. The Crown Point Community School Corporation is committed to keeping our learning community informed. The health and well-being of our students, staff, and community are a top concern. This link provides answers to some questions you may have as well as some guidance for you to consider. It is important to note that currently there are zero incidents of COVID-19 in the Crown Point Community School Corporation. We know that may change at any time, and to that end, this link will address the problem in three layers – Precaution, Containment, and Education.
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Thank you for being a fantastic partner in education. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
Mr. Ciochina
IMPORTANT DATES
MARCH 11th - PTO meeting 4pm, Media Center
MARCH 12th - 4th Gr Grandparent/Special Person Day 1:30-2:30 pm
MARCH 12th - 4th Gr Music Program 5:30 pm
MARCH 16th - 20th - IREAD-3 Testing Window
MARCH 20th - End of 3rd Grading period
MARCH 23 - 27th - NO SCHOOL Spring Break
APRIL 10th - NO SCHOOL Good Friday
Countdown to Census
Census at a Glance
The census is much more than just a head count. It provides a picture of our nation that helps determine where to build new schools, hospitals, and businesses; how federal funding is distributed; and how congressional seats are apportioned. It also helps us see how our communities have changed over time. That’s why an accurate count is so important.
Video: ‘Your Community is Counting on You’
Kids Count Poster
YOU COUNT
Every 10 years, everyone living in the United States is counted in the census by the U.S. Census Bureau. The count is used to distribute power at every level of government and distribute more than $675 billion each year to communities across the nation. Decisions about Indiana’s future – and the dollars for it – come down to counting everyone, especially YOU!
Census Frequently Asked Questions Click here
ATTENDANCE
Our attendance rate this past week was 96% . Our schoolwide attendance goal is 97%. Thank you for limiting voluntary absences and scheduling appointments outside the school day whenever possible!
Social Emotional News from Mrs. Holok
Self-regulation is the ability to effectively manage emotions and appropriately respond/react to events in our day.
Sometimes, the onset of these different emotions is too fast, too soon, and too much for our children to control. As a result, children may express themselves through meltdowns. During the midst of a meltdown, it becomes very difficult to talk or reason with our children. This is also not an ideal time to discuss consequences with them. We must first calm them and connect with them.
I want to provide a simple technique that may help with calming your child(ren) from a meltdown. It’s called GROUNDING… but not the grounding you might be thinking of! Grounding is a technique that will allow your child to emotional detach from the situation that caused them to become upset. Grounding is great way to disrupt the hyper-focus on the negative event. Grounding also works extremely well with helping our children who have anxiety. There are several great ways to achieve this!
Ask your child to participate in these activities, and don’t forget to lead by example!
1. Senses Dial In: This is a great go-to because kids can do this anywhere! For this one, you will use all 5 of your sense. Find 5 things you can see around you, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell, and 1 thing you can taste!
2. ABC Around the Room: This exercise will get students connected with the place they are at right now. Have your student look around the room and name something they see that begins with a letter of the alphabet. See how far they can get through the alphabet!
3. Be A Tree: There’s nothing more grounded than a tree! Start by having your child stand with their feet shoulder width apart. Have them reach up high, and envision their arms as the branches of a tree, wiggling their fingers like leaves. Gently swaying as they take some deep breaths. Simply noticing their bodies and feeling their connection with the room helps kids feel grounded!
4. Color Search: Choose a color and look around the room/environment. How many things can you find that color? What color had the most items?
Once we can get our child calm and reoriented with the present moment, then we can effectively discuss the situation, their feelings, appropriate options to handle the situation, and give consequences when necessary. Happy Grounding!
Positive Behavior Note from Mrs. Derwinski
Congratulations to the students who received PAWS this week:
Kendall H., Teddy R., Ruby P., Landon H., Alexa R., Owen M., Claire P., Austin K., Ozzy L., Addison N., Dylan ., C.J. B., Lydia E., Payton J., Brody K., Samantha C.
Silver Paws: Kendall H. & Brody K.
Gold Paw: Payton J
Paws for the week = 17 Total blue paws = 397 Total Silver Paws = 10 Total Gold Paws: 1
Stomp Out Bullying Tip
Believe in yourself. A good self-esteem can help you cope with a bully.
CELEBRATE OUR TEACHERS
Help us celebrate our wonderful Timothy Ball teachers! Students, parents, and fellow colleagues can access The Times Teacher Appreciation Form at www.nwitimes.com/forms/teachers_appreciation/ and nominate a teacher who excels in the classroom. Nominators are kept confidential…their information is not printed in the paper.
CAFETERIA INFORMATION
See below for an exciting lunch raffle opportunity!
MEAL PRICES
Student Breakfast: $1.50 (Reduced .40)
Student Lunch: $2.35 (Reduced .40)
Adult Breakfast: $1.85
Adult Lunch: $3.40
Milk: .40
Snacks/Ice Cream: .75
Water: $1.00
If you have a child that is gluten free, please provide us with a doctor's order for a gluten free diet. We are happy to work with our families to create a menu that is Gluten Free approved.
For any cafeteria related questions please contact Mrs. Jeeyoung Sheppard
Fruit or Veggie of the Month: Pea Pods
BIRTH TO SCHOOL
The Birth to School Kindergarten Readiness March session at Timothy Ball will be on Tuesday, March 10 from 5:30-6:30pm and registration is now open! Please visit https://tinyurl.com/cpbtskrmarch2020 to register your incoming kindergartener for this FREE programming. All participants must be enrolled in the Birth to School program. For more information, please visit the Birth to School website at https://tinyurl.com/cpbts2020 or email Birth to School Coordinator, Jamie Kalk, at jkalk@cps.k12.in.us.
STUDENT COUNCIL SCHOOL STORE
The school store will be open in the cafeteria in the mornings before school on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 until the bell rings. Prices begin at 25 cents. We have pens, pencils, bookmarks, highlighters, pencil sharpeners, etc.
FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE
Attention 5th grade parents:
Middle school physicals must be done after April 1, 2020 to count for the next school year. Information packets will be coming home with your student(s) soon.
Attention: If your child has a Dr. note restricting them from PE they must sit out from recess. They can sit on the bench with a book or game. This is to keep them safe from further injury. If you have any questions please contact our nurse, Mrs. Schurch.
Regarding Taking Medication at School - Remember that ALL medications must be accompanied by doctor & parent notes. Otherwise the medication cannot be given at school. All medication must be in its original container. All prescription medication must have the correct information on the label. Also, no cough drops, or essential oils are allowed at school unless accompanied by doctor & parent notes. No child should be bringing medication to school in order to self medicate.
Regarding Illness - Please keep all sick children home if they are running a fever of 100.0 or above, vomiting, or have diarrhea. A child running a fever can return to school once he/she has been fever free for 24 hours.
PTO NEWS
-Next PTO meeting 3/11 at 4pm in the library
-Thursday, March 12 grandparents day, baked or store bought goods needed. Please send to school with student or drop off by 9am that morning.
-Open Gym 3/14 at Midwest Crown Point $10 per child, chaperones always welcome
-Simple Qpons Book Sale will be March 20-April 3
-Mom and Son event April 3
-Dad and Daughter event April 9
GRANDPARENT/SPECIAL PERSON DAYS
Kindergarten — April 8
Grade 1— February 13
Grade 2 — November 12
Grade 3 — December 12
Grade 4 — March 12
Grade 5 — May 27
The Grandparent/Special Person events will be from 1:30 to 2:30 during the school day. For grades 1-5 the music programs will be at 5:30. Kindergarten graduation date will be shared in the future!
SUBSTITUTE CUSTODIANS NEEDED
The Crown Point Facilities Department is looking for seasonal help for mowing and trimming from April through November. If you are interested, please call 663-5701 for more information.
checking out and returning library books.
TIMOTHY BALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Email: tballparent@cps.k12.in.us
Website: https://www.cps.k12.in.us/tball
Location: 720 West Summit Street, Crown Point, IN, USA
Phone: (219)663-0047