Principal's Message - November 2020
November is a time for thanks and gratitude for who and what we have in our lives. My biggest dream for our community is that this message finds all of you in good health. Hopefully, you are enjoying the cooler weather, changing of the leaves, and smell of apples and pumpkins in the air!
As we continue on with Comprehensive Distance Learning (CDL), I want to remind everyone that CDL has been extended until November 30th. We will continue to update families as we know more about when and if we go to a hybrid model of education. My main goal is when we do return to the school building, we do it safely, and in accordance with the Oregon Department of Education guidelines.
I also want to thank all of you for your continued efforts in having your child engage in online learning. Parents, students, and teachers all have different aspects of online learning that they struggle with - I appreciate how everyone continues to give it their all! GO COUGARS!!!
On November 17 & 18 we are hosting our 2nd materials distribution, so make sure to swing by KCES to pick up your grade-level materials and supplies. Also, do not forget to sign up for a parent-teacher conference on November 23 and 24. More information will be forthcoming about our virtual conferences.
Please know you can always reach out to your child's teacher or me for anything you need or any questions you might have along the way. I can be reached via email at maranto2@gresham.k12.or.us or via phone at 503.663.7483.
Respectfully,
Sam Maranto
Principal
- 11/03 - Election Day
- 11/10 - PTC Meeting @ 6:30
- 11/11 - Veteran's Day - No School
- 11/13 - Grading Day - No School
- 11/16 - Family Support Night K-2 from 5:00 - 6:00
- 11/16 - Family Support Night 3-5 from 6:00 - 7:00
- 11/17 - K-5 Materials Distribution #2 from 2:00 - 6:30
- 11/18 - K-5 Materials Distribution #2 from 10:00 - 5:00
- 11/23 - Evening Parent/Teacher Conferences (Virtual)
- 11/24 - Daytime Parent/Teacher Conferences (Virtual)
- 11/24 - Conferences - No School
- 11/25 - Family Day - No School
- 11/26 - Thanksgiving - No School
- 11/27 - Family Day - No School
Position Openings in PTC
Secretary
Attend monthly Board meetings and PTC meetings. The Secretary shall keep an accurate written record of the annual meeting and all general meetings of the Organization, including the number of members in attendance, when a vote is taken, and minutes of meetings. He/she shall perform any additional duties as needed by the Board.
(Average 2.5-3 hours per month)
Treasure
Attend monthly Board meetings and PTC meetings. The Treasurer shall receive all moneys of the Organization. He/she shall make expenditures out of the Organization’s funds only as authorized by the Organization or the Board and only for purposes consistent with these bylaws. The Treasurer shall keep an accurate written record of receipts and expenditures. He/she shall present a statement of account of the Organization at general meetings, and shall perform any additional duties as shall be directed by the Board.
(Average 3 hours per month)
Volunteer Coordinator and Co-Coordinator
Attend monthly Board meetings and PTC meetings. This team is responsible for all PTC communications with the greater school community, both online and off. This person serves as the webmaster for the Kelly Creek social media outlets (Facebook, etc.). Also serves as the coordinator for the monthly newsletter blurb.
(Average time per month 3 hours)
If interested in joining the PTC Board, please email us at KCES.PTC@gmail.com. We are happy to answer any questions you have!
Formal Letters of Communication
- Annual Testing Notification - 10/28/20
- Letter to Mrs. Hemstead's Class - 10/16/20
- Welcome Back Letter 20-21 - 08/31/20
- New Principal to Kelly Creek Elementary School - 06/10/20
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