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Fireside Newsletter 8/24/2020
Compliments and Questions: A Note from Principal Else
Thank you for your contributions to the Fireside Brag Board! The input we have received is heartwarming and inspiring. If you have not yet had a chance to contribute, please join me by sharing your stories of success about virtual learning. We have received some wonderful compliments about teachers and students!
Please post a submission to our virtual brag board here: Fireside Virtual Brag Board
Additionally, I am aware that during this time you have many questions. Please feel free to enter them here and we will begin a FAQ page connected to our newsletter. Submit a question here
Yearbook Distribution
We are thrilled to distribute the 2019-2020 yearbook to families this Thursday, 8/27. Distribution will take place at the front office. Please park in the east parking lot (near the front office) and follow all signs and cones to support social distancing measures. Masks and six feet of distance are required. Classroom material distribution will be located in front of the office in the usual location and will begin this week only at 7:00am. The distribution schedule is outlined below:
7:00am-9:00am Personalized yearbooks with last names beginning with A-M
9:00am-11:00am Personalized yearbooks with last names beginning with N-Z
1:00pm-3:00pm All yearbooks without personalization
If you are unable to pick up your child's yearbook at this time please contact the front office. Thank you.
Early Release
Tuesday, 8/25, is an early release day for all students in PVUSD. All Fireside students will finish the school day by 12:30pm. Thank you.
PTO
Please join the PTO general meeting on 8/24! The meeting link can be found in Membership Toolkit. New to Membership Toolkit? Please read below for instructions to establish an account.
Membership Toolkit Instructions
1. Go to firesidepto.membershiptoolkit.com and create an account
2. Fill out the Family Information Form
3. Complete the Back to School Packet (this is where you can purchase the Class Shirt)
4. Download the app (the app will not sync with our school until the Family Information Form is complete)
Class Shirts: Are we still doing this? Yes! With our Class Shirts, we will celebrate Spirit Days, virtual events, and various activities to keep our kids engaged and Mustang Strong! In an effort to provide social and emotional support, we are moving forward with creating class shirts and continuing to build a sense of community and togetherness. Join us in showing off that Mustang Pride!
Community Donations and Sponsors: Have a family member or friend who would like to make a donation to the school? They can visit firesidepto.com and click on "Community Donation" under the "Home" tab to make an electronic donation. Know a business that would be willing to support our school? Sponsorship Opportunities are available on the PTO website under "Become a Sponsor" under the "Home" tab.
Upcoming Events
PTO General Meeting 8/24
Early Release 8/25
Materials Distribution 8/27
Yearbook Distribution 8/27
PTO Hosted Rita's Ice 8/27
Additional Information
PV Assist: To support additional questions regarding technology and passwords please visit PV Assist
Social Emotional Supports: Each morning teachers check in with students during morning circle time. During our morning check in, students are able to complete a “how are you feeling” form. The response to this form is forwarded to our social emotional school counselor, Megan Gilligan who will contact the parents of all students who indicate that they are having a bad day or need help. In addition, parents and students are able to refer students using this link: Social Emotional Support Request Form
Materials distribution: Your child’s classroom teacher will notify you via email if materials should be picked up each Thursday. Materials pick up will be located in the east parking lot near the front office. The pick up will be self service from the hours 8:00am-3:00pm. Carts for each grade level will be on the school sidewalk with a pickup bin on the top shelf and a turn in bin on the bottom shelf. Teacher names will be clearly labeled.
Community Ed Enrichment: As your child learns through PVConnect we want to let you know that community education also has virtual enrichment courses available for your child. These classes are available during the week, weekends, after school, and evenings to accommodate your ever-changing schedule. Please visit us online to see all courses available.
Attendance: Be sure to use the attendance line to report a student absence before 3:00pm. The number is available 24 hours a day so if you know your child will be out, you can call before the absence (602)449-4701
Annual Update: Please Complete the Annual Update Online. Use the following link to access a smartcard with instructions: Annual Update Instructions
UPC: Please visit the UPC website for important information http://www.pvupc.org/
Immunization Clinics
FAQ
Where can I find information about the reopening plan?
For the most up to date information, please visit the PVUSD website at:
https://www.pvschools.net/reopening
This website includes the prepared plan, reopening criteria, a link to the Maricopa County Dashboard, and a summary of supports for families.