CSE Communicator
November 2022
Important Dates
- American Indian Heritage Month
Nov. 4 - 2nd Grade Field Trip to Elsie Holmes Nature Park
Nov. 8 - Pictures w/ Santa
Nov. 11 Veterans Day (wear red, white, & blue)
Nov. 15 (Dr. Ben Carson) National Day of Reading - celebrated all week
Nov. 17 Thanksgiving Lunch (Guests of 1st, 3rd, & 5th graders invited)
Nov. 17 GA Milestones Night
Art Night
Nov. 21-25 Thanksgiving Break (no school)
Nov. 28 Return to school
CSE Student Leadership Team FT
Nov. 30 Progress Reports sent home
CSE Spirit Squad
Thank YOU for supporting them through Kona Ice and Candy Gram fundraisers!
The squad did a super job performing for our 1st 9 weeks Warrior Rally.
PBIS Parent Corner
“ NO.”
I do not know about you, but when I am told "NO", it is not always something I want to hear. Often times, I have to process and accept the answer of no (unwilling sometimes, haha). This is a skill we have had to learn as adults; however, for some children, the concept of "not getting what they want, when they want it and how they want it" is a skill that is still being developed. Some children can be told “No” and move on with full acceptance of the answer. But what about the child that struggles when they are told “No?” According to research, learning to accept “No” is a skill that must be taught. Below is a list of ways to remain positive when telling your child “ No” without triggering a response that is negative from your child.
*Open the document below for "Alternative to no".
GOLDEN APPLE AWARD nominations
GA Milestones Night
Students/Parents/Guardians of 3rd, 4th , and 5th Grade
You are invited to attend Georgia Milestones night on November 17, 2022, at 6:00 pm.
The information available at this meeting will help you to understand what the Georgia Milestones test is about and will help you to prepare your child to take the test in April. This is a crucial time for students due to this test can determine academic placement. We look forward to seeing you there.
October Winning Tribe Reward = BOO Bash!
Mrs. Cole's Library News
November is National Native American Heritage Month. In the library, we will read stories that celebrate and pay tribute to the histories and contributions of indigenous people.
Just a reminder: When students check out library books, they are allowed to keep them for 2 weeks at a time. After that, they must renew them or turn them in. We do not charge late fees for overdue books, but we do ask that you look for them and let Mrs. Cole know if you are unable to find them. The price to replace a lost book is listed on the overdue slip, but if you can find a hardback copy for less, please feel free to send it in as a replacement. Thanks so much!
1st 9 Weeks Warrior Kids!
Kamari Taylor
Winry Taylor
Coleman McConathy
Nailah Davis
Kayden Todd
1st Grade:
Elle Bohn
Abby McCormick
Lilly Potter
Grayson Chastain
Molly Shiveley
Nolan Mills
2nd Grade:
Hank O'Dell Stewart
Zoey Dye
Lincoln Brown
Abby West
Charlie Adams
3rd Grade:
Cade Anderson
Tegan Miller
Brooklyn Britton
Lynden Evett
Chanan Johnson
Emily Wooten
4th Grade:
Karlie Evitt
Brady Jetter
Emory Melhorn
Elijah Shull
Aubrey Snyder
Camden Hoskins
5th Grade:
AJ Lewis
Braylee Crawford
Braxton Anderson
Gemma Barbour
Camden Land
Hannah Warner
Nurse's Corner
With flu season upon us, it is important that we work together to keep our children healthy. Viruses spread easily among children in schools, and families with school-age children have more infections than others, with an average of one-third of these family members infected each year. By keeping our children flu-free, we benefit the community as a whole. You can help prevent the spread of flu or help your child get better if he/she does get sick by following a few simple steps:
· If possible, you and your child should get a flu shot
· Remind your child to cover his/her nose and mouth with a tissue when sneezing or coughing and dispose of the tissue immediately or cough into his/her sleeve
· Have your child wash his/her hands frequently with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds
· Disinfect frequently-touched surfaces and shared items at least once a day
· Ensure that bathrooms are stocked with soap, hand towels, and tissues
· Teach your child not to touch his/her mouth, nose, and eyes
· If your child is sick and has a fever, keep him/her at home until fever free for 24 hours without fever-reducing medications like Tylenol or Ibuprofen (Motrin) to prevent the spread of illness.
Common symptoms of flu include high fever, severe headache, muscle and body aches, exhaustion, and dry cough. Additionally, children often exhibit other flu symptoms that are rare in adults, such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Exciting news! Our school is participating in Kinsa’s FLUency™ school health program. I have a free smart thermometer for any family that would like one. Please send all thermometer requests by email to mbrown@catoosa.k12.ga.us. Make sure to include your student's name, grade, and teacher's name.
On-line Payment System
You now have the option to pay school fees, field trips, t-shirts, etc. online using a credit or debit card through Infinite Campus Parent Portal. If you do not have a Parent Portal account or if you have forgotten your login information, contact Karen Hancock at 706-866-6640 or khancock.cse@catoosa.k12.ga.us
This is not for ASP or Cafeteria payments.
Once your account is set up, instructions will be emailed to you.
CSE students owe $1500 in Lunch Charges / Free and Reduced Price Meals Statement
The USDA implemented valuable waivers for school systems across the country in the fall of 2020. These waivers allowed students to eat school meals every day, at no cost. Thanks to these timely waivers, school systems were able to ensure students of all ages were able to maintain nutrition during the pandemic. In addition, the waivers allowed school systems to receive valuable reimbursements to offset rising food costs experienced within the last two years. The free meal allowances have been extremely helpful to families and school systems alike.
These unprecedented waivers will expire on June 30th. As waivers expire, many students and their families may be surprised to learn this valuable meal resource will end. This means students and their families will once again be charged for school meals for the 2022-2023 school year.
As in years prior to the pandemic, families may apply for free or reduced price meals, based on eligibility. Interested families may apply starting on July 1. Many local systems, including Bradley, Catoosa, Hamilton, Walker and Whitfield counties are trying to get the word out to students and their families. If a family feels they would qualify for free or reduced priced meals they may apply at lunchapplication.com, starting on July 1, 2022 for the upcoming school year.
Catoosa County Schools Nutrition Department
Please click here to watch a video tutorial about how to apply for meals
Lunch Reservation System
Birthday Cupcakes (treats)
A generous partner donates cupcakes for the students who celebrate birthdays each month, and a special celebration is held in the cafeteria. We ask that you do not send additional birthday treats as the state of Georgia limits the amount of non-nutritious snacks students can consume while in school.
--News from Parent & Family Engagement
November is National Parent Engagement Month! As a District, we want to
Celebrate our parents during the month of November for Parent Engagement
Month. Parents are the first educators and therefore determine the level of
achievement of their child. We encourage our parents to take the PLEDGE and commit to
learning new strategies, sharing the talents of their families and those in the community, and
getting connected with their school. November is celebrated as Parent Engagement Month to
recognize the contributions of parents across the nation and to encourage schools to raise
awareness of the important roles parents play in their child’s education. Parent Engagement
Month highlights the many opportunities available for educators, families, students, and
community members to engage in partnerships with the goal of improving student achievement.
Parents, we value your input. If you have any suggestions or comments on School Improvement,
Budget, or Policies (county or school) contact Kathy Honeycutt, Parent Involvement Coordinator
at 706-866-6640, or email khoneycutt.cse@catoosa.k12.ga.us. If you would like to schedule a
conference with your child's teacher, please reach out to them on Remind or by email. Parents
have the right to request meetings or conferences at any time during the school year.
Check out the CSE Website for information regarding our Title I Meetings.
PTO Parent Teacher Organization
Be looking for information regarding SPIRIT WEAR coming home soon. Money is due when order forms are turned in.
The Cookie Dough Fundraiser was a success. We reached our goal of
selling $10,000.00 worth. Thank you to everyone who participated
and made this happen. We appreciate you!
PTO’s next event coming up is the Santa Shop. December 5th through
December 9th . Students will get to shop for their families during
their scheduled time. (More info to come home at a later date)
Santa Shop could use some elves to help out during open hours. If you
are available to help, please contact Kathy Honeycutt, Parent Involvement
Coordinator, 706-866-6640 or email khoneycutt.cse@catoosa.k12.ga.us
(More info to come)
Join CSE in earning cash for our school by using the Box Tops app. It’s an easy way to
make a difference. All you have to do is buy Box Tops participating products (like
Cheerios!) and scan your grocery receipt. Box Tops are worth $.10 each and they add
up fast! Twice a year, our school receives a check to help pay for whatever we need
including equipment, supplies, or experiences the kids love! Download the Box Tops for
Education app here:
FALL CARNIVAL
The Fall Carnival turned out awesome and everyone who attended
seemed to have a great time. We appreciate your support and
attendance.
Principal & Assistant Principal of the Day
Publix Partners-Support CSE every time you shop!
ATTENDANCE
We will reward and recognize students with excellent attendance this year!
The following people had *PERFECT Attendance in October
(PERFECT means no tardies, no early dismissals, no absences)
KINDERGARTEN
Moana Abraham
Lilly Butler
Isabella Cooper
Alex Esteban Aguirre
Mason Jones
Nova McMillan
Bryan Moya Chavez
Kamari Taylor
Kayden Todd
Sylvie Whitworth
Chance Wilson
Matthew Wilson
FIRST GRADE
Grayson Chastain
Swayzee Cronnon
Jer'Kes Davenport-Brown
Piper Hill
Lynnelle Immanuel
Zofie Koller
Pella Lacher
Nolan Mills
Erika Phillips
Skylar Pitman
Lilly Potter
Ava Sharpe
Molly Shiveley
Ridge Wilson
SECOND GRADE
Isaiah Barra
Jason Browning
Grayson Bruce
Jayden Grier
Elva Gullion
Kolbe McCloud
Savannah McNabb
Cooper Mizell
Hank O'Dell-Stewart
Kash Parker
Aria Rizzo
Valerie Seiffert
Ethan Smith
Hannah West
THIRD GRADE
Nevaeh Boynton
Lynden Evett
Allysyn Evitt
Natalie McClung
J'Arri McMath
Tegan Miller
Connor Mizell
Riana Patel
Cayden Revis
Charleigh Richardson
Brayden Smith
FOURTH GRADE
Terreance Beene
Destiny Boynton
Saige Cronnon
Phoenix Downs
Karlie Evitt
Nate Gearhart Bryson
Brinnleigh Graham
Allen Hill
Brady Jetter
Kensley McClung
Emory Melhorn
Jace Root
Devin Seiffert
Madison Shelton
Landon Smith
Issiah Taylor
Matthew West
Jazmin Wilson
Mason Wilson
FIFTH GRADE
Gemma Barbour
Aria Black
Landon Brown
Leah Butler
Sydney Dorsey
Troy Ehpel
Kaylee Griffin
Camden Land
Adelynn Mathews
David Neill
Jace Richardson
Hannah Warner
Staff
Suzette Carter
Savannah Goldsmith
Christin Vesper
Amanda Coffman
Tammie Metcalf
Becky Young
Leslie Gilbert
Christina Eason
Nicole Perry
Chris Kernea
Tony Autry
Ansley Brock
Cyndi Cisneros
Jane Anne Cole
Rhonda Duncan
Michelle Hope
Sarah Kubler
Courtney O'Brien
Angie Owens
Kristen Rose
Gretchen Shiveley
Erin Swinney
Shelia VandeLune
Shannon Asher
Kim Davis
Cindy Payne
Suzanne Brown
Kim Parker
Lauren Clowers
Suzette Linfonte
Kathy Honeycutt
Marianna Brown
Jennifer Hoffman
Tyler Smith
Jeanie Grider
Sandra Howington
Cloud Springs Elementary
Check out our school video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=niF05c7fdWkWebsite: http://www.cse.catoosa.k12.ga.us/
Location: 163 Fernwood Drive Rossville, GA 30741
Phone: 706-866-6640
Facebook: facebook.com/cloudspringelementary