Cougar Chronicle
Kelly Creek Elementary School
HOME OF THE COUGARS!
Email: maranto2@gresham.k12.or.us
Website: https://www.gresham.k12.or.us/kces
Location: 2400 Southeast Baker Way, Gresham, OR, USA
Phone: 503.663.7483
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KellyCreekElementarySchool
Twitter: @KCES_Cougars
Principal's Message - June 2021
This has been a school year like none other, it is hard to believe we are in June and summer vacation is in our sight. Families, students, teachers, staff, and community members have been through a lot over the past year and a half. Even during these difficult times, I believe we were able to handle ourselves with grace, flexibility, and understanding. No one wished for this school year to start out online with us moving to Hybrid in April 2021 - but we all did it and I am proud of all the hard work everyone has contributed this school year.
It is important to reiterate how blessed I am to be part of the Kelly Creek community. I have been welcomed and given the trust to lead us through this school year. I look forward to the upcoming school year and I hope it brings us some need normalcy.
I look forward to celebrating the end of the school on Wednesday, June 16th with the rest of the school community. Kindergarten and 5th-grade promotions will be in the form of a parade through our parking lot. Families are invited to drive through to take pictures, get certificates, and other little goodies to close out the school year. All students in K-5 will also be required to return their district-issued computer, charger, case, textbooks, manipulatives, and earphones. From 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM, we are asking that you stop by KCES to drop off the requested materials. K & 5th-grade students will have the opportunity to drop things immediately following their promotion parades. More details of these events can be found below in this newsletter.
My final wish for this school year is that I hope everyone has a safe, healthy, and relaxing summer vacation filled with positive memories and experiences!
If you ever have any questions or concerns, I can be reached via email at maranto2@gresham.k12.or.us or via phone at 503.663.7483.
Respectfully,
Sam Maranto
Principal
June 2021 Important Dates
- 06/02 - Citizenship Award Assembly
- 06/08 - PTC Meeting @ 6:30
- 06/16 - Last Day of School for Students
- 06/16 - Kindergarten Promotion Parade @ 9:30
- 06/16 - 5th Grade Promotion Parade @ 11:30
- 06/16 - Materials & Technology Drop-off Event 1:00 - 4:00
- 06/17 - Grading Day, No School
- 06/18 - Teacher Work Day, No School
Kindergarten & 5th Grade Promotion
KINDERGARTEN:
For our Kindergarten students, we will be holding a parade at 9:30 am on 06/16/21. Families are encouraged to come to Kelly Creek Elementary School for a parade in the parking lot. Families will get to drive through a balloon arch, receive their promotion certificate, and other little goodies we've prepared. This is a great opportunity to take pictures with your teacher. We are asking that family members, students, and staff wear masks and stay socially distant. You can drive through anytime between 9:30 - 10:30!
5TH GRADE:
For our 5th Grade students, we will be holding a parade at 11:30 am on 06/16/21. Families are encouraged to come to Kelly Creek Elementary School for a parade in the parking lot. Families will get to drive through a balloon arch, receive their promotion certificate, and other little goodies we've prepared. This is a great opportunity to take pictures with your teacher. We are asking that family members, students, and staff wear masks and stay socially distant. You can drive through anytime between 11:30 - 12:30!
Both Kindergarten & 5th Grade students are encouraged to also bring their school computer and textbooks with them to this parade. After you pass through and celebrate, there will be an opportunity to then return your GBSD computer and textbooks that we have provided to you throughout the year.
Material & Technology Drop-off
Technology: For Kindergarten students, we will collect all iPads, chargers, and cases. For students in grades 1 - 5, we will collect all Chromebooks, charges, and cases. Additionally, any families that were given hot spots will also need to turn those in at this time.
Materials: Below is a list of materials we are asking you to return to Kelly Creek Elementary School.
Kindergarten
- iPad with charger and case
- Journeys Volume 1 & 2
- Linking Cubes
1st Grade - What should I return?
2nd Grade
- Chromebook & Charger
- Computer Case (Hybrid Only)
- Journeys Storybook Volume 1 & 2
3rd Grade
- Chromebook & Charger
- Computer Case (Hybrid Only)
- Journeys Textbook Volume 1 & 2
4th Grade
- Chromebook & Charger
- Computer Case (Hybrid Only)
- Journeys Textbook
- Protractor
5th Grade
- Chromebook & Charger
- Computer Case (Hybrid Only)
- Esperanza Rising
- Frindle
- Protractor
- USB Mouse (Ms. Wolf's Class Only)
Citizenship Award Winners
PTC Meeting
Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/99744748254?pwd=VE4wd056WkViL2J4ajNlTXdNakx5UT09
Meeting ID: 997 4474 8254
Passcode: fy2GNC
Tuesday, Jun 8, 2021, 06:30 PM
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PTC Fundraising Event
The PTC is selling 2020-2021 Window Decals with all proceeds going toward a new school reader board! You can order yours through June 8th. If you have any questions please email the PTC at: KCES.PTC@gmail.com
Click on the Window Decal Order Form to order!
2021-2022 Open PTC Board Positions
The PTC board has open positions for the 2021-2022 school year. No experience required!
Please contact the PTC at KCES.PTC@gmail.com prior to the June 8th meeting.
Fundraising Coordinator: Vacant for 2021-2022
Attend board meetings and PTC general meetings (two early evenings a month).
Will manage the coordination of the PTC’s fall and/or spring fundraising activities with the committee chair for each event. Research new fundraising ideas and work with fundraising organizations. Organize Groupraise fundraisers and any other fundraising approved by the board.
Communications Secretary: Vacant for 2021-2022
Attend board meetings and PTC general meetings (two early evenings a month).
Will manage all communications and marketing for the PTC; including but not limited to PTC monthly newsletter blurb, email broadcasts, social media, bulletin boards, etc.
Recording Secretary: Vacant for 2021-2022
Attend PTC board meetings and PTC general meetings (two early evenings a month).
Will record minutes for PTC board meetings and general PTC meetings. Be in communication with the PTC president to develop the agenda for the general PTC meetings.
President for 2022-2021
The PTC will need to fill the role of President for the 2022-2023 school year. We are looking for someone interested in shadowing this position for the 2021-2022 school year to provide a smooth transition.
Contact Shannon Hacker and/or Shelby Bithell at KCES.PTC@gmail.com for more information regarding each position, and if you’d like to be considered for a position.
Kindergarten Registration
Will your child be 5 years old by September 1st, 2021?
Click here to register online! Please make sure to select the 2021-2022 school year!
Please have the following ready to complete the registration process:
- Birth Certificate
- Immunization Record
- Proof of address preferable a rental/mortgage statement with current date and address
- Telephone numbers of emergency contacts
Kindergarten Requirements
A child must be 5 years of age on or before September 1st, 2021 to enter kindergarten.
Students who are 6 years of age on or before September 1st, 2021 will need to enter first grade.
If you are unsure which school attendance area you live in? Please check out this tool: https://apps.flo-analytics.com/GBSD_School_Locator/
If you need additional support with registration please contact the front office at 503-663-7483.
2021 - 2022 School Year
Families will be notified in August of your child's class placement.
The next school year will be very exciting for the Gresham-Barlow School District. With additional Federal funds, we will be able to have a full-time Music & PE teacher at KCES. Additionally, we will get to keep our full-time counseling position. The district is also working on hiring support positions to help build teacher capacity with instruction.
Also, with the additional Federal funding, the Gresham-Barlow School District will be able to purchase school supplies for our KCES students. This means parents will not be required to pay a school supply fee or purchase school supplies for the 2021-2022 school year!
State Testing Update
Students at Kelly Creek Elementary School will be tested on the iReady Math & Reading Diagnostic Assessment at the end of May and beginning of June. Students will be taking the DIBEL Assessment to check fluency, reading accuracy, and comprehension.
In-District Transfer Request
This year transfer requests will be done electronically. Below are the links to the In-District Transform Forms:
If you have any additional questions about In-District Transfers, please feel free to contact the front office.
Where can I get a COVID-19 Vaccine?
Formal Letters of Communication
- Letter to Mrs. Minni's Class - 03/19/21
- Updated Hybrid Instructional Model - 03/02/21
- Updated Hybrid Instructional Model (Spanish) - 03/02/21
- Hybrid Instructional Model - 01/08/21
- Hybrid Instruction Model (Spanish) - 01/08/21
- Letter to Ms. Daniel's Class - 11/05/20
- 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
Connect with Principal Maranto
Email: maranto2@gresham.k12.or.us
Website: https://www.gresham.k12.or.us/kces
Location: 2400 Southeast Baker Way, Gresham, OR, USA
Phone: 503.663.7483
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KellyCreekElementarySchool
Twitter: @KCES_Cougars