Renner Report for Families
Friday, November 1, 2019
Developing leaders, innovators and creators for a successful future.
School Hours: 8:40-3:30
Office Hours: 8:00-4:15
Principal: Sasha Kalis
Assistant Principal: Allison Page
Stephanie Stott, Exec. Admin. Assist. to the Principal
Melissa Wiehe, Admin. Assist. for Attendance
Counselor: Kevin Bland
Social Worker: Tara Davis
Nurse: Leigh Benton
Congratulations to the October Positive Office Referral Students! We are proud of you!
From Mrs. Kalis
Thank you for another great week at Renner! As we head into November, I want to let you know how grateful I am to be at Renner with your children and our wonderful staff. It's truly a great day, every day at our school!
Our Fall Parties were a hit! Thank you to our PTA for their planning, organizing and purchasing of donuts, as well as our room parents, volunteers and spectators. We appreciate you!
Enjoy your weekend!
Sasha Kalis - Renner Principal
IMPORTANT DATES
Upcoming Events
- November 7: Early Release at 1:30 PM
- November 11: Veterans Day Assembly at 9:00 AM (RSVP with form or call office)
- November 14: PTA Meeting from 6:00 PM (media center)
- November 14: Board of Education Meeting: 7:00 PM (district office)
- November 21: 3rd Grade Musical at 6:00 PM
- November 21: 5th Grade Musical at at 7:00 PM
- November 22: Wear College Gear Day
- November 26: Turkey Trot (K-2nd at 1:45-2:15 PM; 3rd-5th at 2:30-3:00 PM)
- November 27-November 29: Thanksgiving Break
Early Release Dates
All elementary schools will have an early release once a month for our teachers to receive professional development focused on increasing student success.
On the following Thursdays, school will be released at 1:30 pm.
- November 7
- December 12
- January 9
- February 6
- March 5
- April 9
- May 7
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Free Wrestling Clinic
My name is Jacob Beck and I am the Head Wrestling Coach at Park Hill High School. I am reaching out to you with an opportunity for all students, male and female, from ages 4-14 to come to check out a free wrestling camp. The camp will be held Sunday, November 3rd from 4:30-5:30 in the Park Hill High School wrestling room and is COMPLETELY FREE! No pre-registration is needed to attend.
I would appreciate it if you would pass the attached flyer along to students via your newsletter or social media. Feel free to reach out for more information to me, at beckj@parkhill.k12.mo.us, or to Jason Keck at Jasonkeck@yahoo.com.
Thank you very much for your time!
Jacob Beck
Head Wrestling Coach
Park Hill High School
Lost and Found
Items that are not claimed before Thanksgiving Break will be donated to the Park Hill Clothing Closet.
Major Saver Fundraiser to Support Park Hill Education Foundation
Campaign Dates: October 30 - November 11, 2019
NEW THIS YEAR: There is a NEW Major Saver App this year which is an added value and benefit to the program. Any person who purchases a Major Savor card this year will have the opportunity to register their Major Saver card via the "FREE" Major Saver App which will allow them access to over 1000's of REUSABLE offers/savings with local, regional and national brands.
November Curriculum Connections
Please find the "Curriculum Connections" for this month below. Thanks to our district instructional coaches for putting this information all in one place for a quick reference.
ELA Curriculum Connection- November
PTA Art to Remember
Art to Remember orders are due November 15.
PTA Information
PTA is a major contributor to student field trips, building events, grade level t-shirts and cultural arts activities. PTA is a great opportunity for families to get to know more about our school and provide support to students. You can join on the Renner PTA website HERE.
2019-2020 PTA Meetings: Thursdays, 6:00-7:00 PM
- November 14
- December 12
- January 9
- February 13
- March 12
- April 9
- May 14
Order your Renner Spirit Wear here: www.rennerspiritwear.com
PTA Reflections
National PTA’s Reflections program has helped students explore their own thoughts, feelings and ideas, develop artistic literacy, increase confidence and find a love for learning that will help them become more successful in school and in life.
The theme for the 2019-2020 program year is Look Within. Students submit their completed works of art in one or all of the available arts categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, Visual Arts. Click HERE for more information.
Please reach out to Mrs. Tracy Cox at CoxT@parkhill.k12.mo.us for paperwork requred for submission.
Thanksgiving Meal
Veterans Day Celebration
We would like to honor the immediate family members of our Renner students who are Veterans or currently serving in the military. During our celebration at 9:00 on November 11, we will recognize the members of all branches of the military, join together in the Pledge of Allegiance, and celebrate Veterans Day. There will be a short reception immediately following in the cafeteria for Veterans and their family. Please return the RSVP form that was sent home, if you have a veteran you would like recognized at our celebration.
Volunteers
Family & Community Events
Renner Elementary School
Website: https://renner.parkhill.k12.mo.us
Location: 7401 Northwest Barry Road, Kansas City, MO, USA
Phone: 816-359-4350
Facebook: www.facebook.com/RennerElementary
Twitter: @parkhillrenner