Abrams Elementary School
TOGETHER --We Learn... We Achieve... We Grow
January 2018 Volume 5, Issue 9
Mark your Calendar:
January 22nd - Professional development day - No School in Session for students
February 5th - No School in Session - Vacation day
March 29th - Professional development day - No School in Session for students
March 30th - April 2nd - No School in Session - Easter Vacation
PRINCIPAL'S CORNER
We are back in full swing with learning after winter break. I have just a couple of reminders for this issue of our newsletter.
Please have your child come to school in their boots every day. They go outside to play each morning before school and they need their boots on so their school shoes are not wet for the day.
Each spring grades 3 -5 are involved in state testing. This is a time for us to show the rest of the state just how great we are doing when it comes to learning. As the testing times get closer I will send home notes with each class to let parents know of the specific testing times. It is very important that the kids are here on those days well rested and have eaten a good breakfast. We will be doing our testing this year April 9 - 20.
As always, please contact me with any questions or concerns you have regarding your child. Have a wonderful rest of January.
Mrs. Michalski
WHAT'S HAPPENING AT ABRAMS?
Notes from the Office
Calling all 4k Students! Pre-registration letters will be sent out by the beginning of February to all the families on our census list who have children eligible to attend 4K next fall. Hopefully, our census list is up to date and accurate, but if you know of someone new to the area with a four year old child, please have them call the office at 826-5819.
Open Enrollment: This year’s Open Enrollment application period will take place between February 5th and April 30th. The Wisconsin Open Enrollment program allows children to attend public school in a school district other than the one in which they live. Early and late applications will not be accepted. Parents may apply online at https://dpi.wi.gov/oe If you do not have access to a computer, call or stop in at the district office.
If your child is currently attending under Open Enrollment, it is not necessary to complete an application form; your child will remain an active student through 12th grade.
All Arts Day: On Thursday, April 19th, 2018 we will once again be presenting the “traditional” All Arts Day program where parent and community volunteers share their artistic talents with our students. It is a chance for students to see that art is all around them in a variety of forms. But to make it work, we need your help. Could you teach a small group of students how to take a good photograph? Scrapbook? Tie a fishing lure? Decorate a cake? Dance a polka? Make play-dough? The possibilities are endless, but we need about 25 volunteers to make the day work. Interested in being a presenter? Please contact the office (826-5819) for more information or to volunteer. Thanks.
School Dress Up Days:
January 19 - Duct Tape Day
January 26 - Crazy Sock Day
Classroom Chatter - Jump Rope for Heart Event
Classroom Chatter - Mrs. Ingram's Class
Classroom Chatter - Music
Library News
Students in the 4th grade in Mr. Schroeder's class had the opportunity to use an educational video posting website to learn about what life is like in Alaska as part of their social studies curriculum. They watched videos on what students like to eat in Alaska, and they then made their own video replies about what we eat here in Wisconsin after some preparation in the classroom. Check out a few of the final products by going to www.flipgrid.com, and enter e2462d as the code to let you view the responses. Also, check back during the year with students to see other videos that will be posted by students in Mrs. Ingram's class that will teach people about the activities that people do for fun in Wisconsin!
What's Happening With the CPTO....
Scrip Cards for Sale at Abrams Elementary! Scrip cards are gift cards you can use to pay at checkout for groceries, gas, retail stores and restaurants without the risk of fraud. You can use the scrip cards to shop in-store or online with participating retailers. You purchase gift cards at face value and use them for your purchases. If you find yourself patronizing certain stores, please consider buying scrip. Every other week the CPTO sends home an order form for you to order your cards, or you can stop in the school office and purchase cards that we have on-hand.
These cards make great birthday presents, or a great budgeting tool. Also, Kohl’s scrip cards may be applied to Kohl’s charge bill at the service counter or any checkout. Any questions contact Crystal Berg at cberg1081@gmail.com .
Upcoming Events:
The next C.P.T.O. meeting is Tuesday, February 6th, 2018 - 6:15 - 7:00 PM. We hope to see you there!
Volunteers Are Needed: The CPTO is in need of many volunteers for upcoming events at Abrams School.
2017-18 CPTO Officers:
President: Ashley McDermid
Vice-President: Jackie Saari
Treasurer: Melissa Nicholson
Secretary:Connie Allen
Community and District News
Gnome Games of Green Bay is coming to the Oconto Falls Library! The Oconto Falls Library is hosting a family game day event on Saturday January 27th from 2pm-4pm. Come join us for table-top gaming fun for the whole family. For more information, call the library at 920-846-2673. This event may be rescheduled due to inclement weather. Call us to confirm on Saturday morning if driving conditions are poor.
Free Dental Care:
For Children ages 3 - 17 that are from low income families in Oconto County! In Recognition of national children's dental health month Dr. Debra Munes and Team will be offering free dental care for ONE DAY ONLY on Wednesday, February 14, 2018.
**Parent or legal guardian MUST be present with child day of appointment
**Must be Oconto County Resident
**For low income families
**Pre-registration deadline if February 7, 2018
**Please call to receive qualification requirements and to set up appointment.
8:00 - 12:00 and 1:00 - 3:00 (Tuesday thru Thursday)
Appointment will be made once paperwork is complete.
Oconto Falls Dental
248 North Main Street
Oconto Falls, WI 54154
920-846-2171
Upcoming Events
May 10th --5K - 5th Concert - (9:30 AM and 1:30 PM)
Abrams Elementary School
Email: joanne.michalski@of-ps.org
Website: https://ofpanthers.com/schools/abrams-elementary-school/
Location: 3000 Elm Street, Abrams, WI, United States
Phone: 920-826-5819
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ofpsaes