PARK PENCIL POINT NEWSLETTER
April 4, 2024
The mission of the Chardon Local Schools is we commit to high achievement for all students.
Skating Party TONIGHT!
School Events
- April 4th - Skating Party
- April 8th - Total Solar Eclipse NO SCHOOL
- April 16th - 1st Grade Spring Concert*
- April 17th & 18th - 3rd Grade ELA State Testing*
- April 19th - 1st Grade to Squire's Castle
- May 1st & 2nd - 3rd Grade Math State Testing*
- May 7th - Careers on Wheels - at Munson*
- May 13th - 3rd Grade to Cleveland Science Center
- May 16th - 3rd Grade to CMS
- May 21st - 1st Grade Cinderella Ball
- May 23rd - End of 4th Quarter
PTO Events-
- April 17th - PTO Meeting 6:30 pm
- May 3rd - Park Color Run*
- May 15th - PTO Meeting 6:30 pm
- May 25th - Park Drive In Movie Event
*See newsletter for more information
Welcome Back Hilltopper Families!
I hope you and your families enjoyed a rejuvenating and wonderful spring break. It was so awesome to welcome back our students and staff all refreshed, re-energized and excited to continue their learning once again. This week our students were given the MAP Dyslexia Screener which is used to identify if a students' performance demonstrates possible risk factors for reading difficulties. You will be receiving a letter from your child’s teacher regarding the score. Ohio House Bill 436 requires that schools conduct universal screening, intervention and remediation for children displaying characteristics of reading difficulties.
Just a reminder, there is NO school on Monday, April 8th. I hope you are planning to experience the solar eclipse at one of the viewing events around the area.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Makee
We are excited to welcome Mrs. Bethany LaMarco back to Park School!
IMPORTANT DISMISSAL INFORMATION
To ensure the safety and smooth dismissal of all students, we kindly request that any last-minute changes to your child's dismissal plan be communicated to the school office by 2:00 PM daily. We understand that unforeseen circumstances may still arise and we appreciate your understanding. This proactive approach will allow us to make the necessary arrangements and guarantee a secure and efficient dismissal process for all students. Your cooperation is invaluable in maintaining a safe and organized environment.
Park PBIS Topper Ticket Winners
Topper Tickets are part of Park School's PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) system and are given to students as a special recognition when they demonstrate a Topper trait-- Taking Responsibility, Offering Kindness, and Persevering!
Park Ticket Winners For This Week Are.....
First Grade: Tommy Canitia, Emerald Hillis, JP MacPhearson, Anastasia Schelkanov, Rayne Wood
Second Grade: Amaya Brown, Ella Cahill, Emma Hercik, Carter Mack, Jessica Montgomery
Third Grade: Lincoln Binnig, Camden Elly, Andrew Nelson, Hayden Paterniti, Jaxon Wade
Keep up the GREAT work, Hilltoppers!
Topper Ticket Wheel Spin Winners!
We also randomly choose one Topper Ticket winner per grade to spin the Wheel of Fun each week!
Liam Milroy - Tufts: Take Responsibility
Liam won a lunch snack!
Giovanni Richardson - Fisher: Persevere
Giovanni won extra recess for his class!
Braelynn Evvs - Force: Offer Kindness
Braelynn won a Chocolate Chip Cookie party for her class!
Lexia Level Up Challenge Students This Week!
🐾 PARK PETS! 🐾
THANK YOU CHARDON FAMILY EYECARE!
A HUGE THANK YOU to Chardon Family Eyecare for donating certified solar viewing eclipse shades to everyone at our school. Another wonderful example of our connection with the Chardon community.
😎 Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! 😎
Stay Tuned!
*Summer school tentative dates: weeks of June 3, 10, and 17, with third grade testing the following week. Testing is only for those that haven't passed the required score for the AIR test. More information will come soon!*
Look at these kiddos CONTINUING to learn even after dismissal! Passing the time waiting for their bus by engaging in some fun word games!
CAREER ON WHEELS EVENT!
IMPORTANT-GRADE 3 STUDENTS ONLY
Grade 3 Ohio State Testing will take place in April and May. Please refrain from scheduling appointments or vacations for your student during the following state testing dates:
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 - ELA Part 1
Thursday, April 18, 2024 - ELA Part 2
MATH
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 - Math Part 1
Thursday, May 2, 2024 - Math Part 2
IMPORTANT- BLIZZARD BAGS
Since we have reached our 5th calamity day, we want to inform you about our Blizzard Bag Plan for Park Elementary which went home on February 9th. We are providing Blizzard Bags to your child in the event of inclement weather resulting in a school closure. This will enable your child to continue their learning at home. These bags will contain TWO DAYS WORTH of assignments and activities which align with their current curriculum. Your child's teacher will provide instructions and we encourage you to engage with your child in completing these assignments to ensure continuity in their education. As for the specials classes, complete ONLY the activity for the special the child has on that calamity day. You will have 10 school days to complete each day's Blizzard Bag assignments. For example, if we have a snow day on March 1, the bag would be due on March 15th. We appreciate your support in making learning a collaborative effort, even on snow days. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to your child's teacher or the school office.
Registration Opens Feb. 1st
Chardon Schools is excited to welcome your Tiny Topper in the fall! Convenient, online registration for your Pre-K or Kindergarten student opens on February 1, 2024. Your student must be five (5) years of age or older on or before August 1, 2024 to attend Kindergarten in 2024-25. Please visit the Registration page to learn more and enroll!
Chardon Goes to the Musicals!
Chardon Goes to the Musicals is excited to announce ticket sales for Back to the Future and MJ. Money is due to Crescendo Club via Elizabeth Fullerman by Tuesday, April 16. Tickets will be distributed prior to the end of school.
Cleveland's own Playhouse Square is the second-largest theater district outside of Broadway. Over the years, Chardon Goes to the Musicals has sold hundreds of tickets. A reminder this is not a fundraiser, but simply a way for community members to obtain tickets at discounted prices.
Next Meeting: April 17th at 6:30 pm!
See below for Park PTO news and upcoming events! Also, follow us on Facebook - Park Elementary PTO for more frequent updates! Thank you for your support!
PTO Board
Shannon Kaufman, PTO President
Tiffany Klinger, Co-Vice President
Mandy Rosplock, Co-Vice President
Megan Ghobrial, Treasurer
Katie McCartney, Secretary
Our PTO Board has two positions open for 24-25 school year. Treasurer and CO-VP. If you’re interested in either position please email us!
Color Run 2024
Look for Color Run packets in backpacks this week!
Color Run Fundraising Prizes
Color Run Sponsorship
Parents/Guardians, do you or someone you know own a business, and may be interested in sponsoring the Color Run Event.
LUNCH - Week of April 8th - 12th
MONDAY - No School
TUESDAY - Crispy Chicken Sandwich
WEDNESDAY - Brunch for Lunch
THURSDAY - Grilled Cheese
FRIDAY - Big Daddy's Pizza
ALL Meal Payments are Processed Thru Infinite Campus
Breakfast $1.75
Lunch $3.25
Daily Option - Tony's Galaxy Cheese Pizza and PB&J w/Cheese Stick
Snacks available to purchase! Rice Krispy Treats $1.00, Chips $1.00, Fruit Snacks $0.75
Additional breakfast & lunch menus can be found on our website: https://www.chardonschools.org/FoodService.aspx
Park Elementary School
Tonia Seese, Secretary
tonia.seese@chardonschools.org
Maureen Liechty, Clerical
maureen.liechty@chardonschools.org
Sarah Park, School Nurse & Renee Kolenich, Medical Assistant
renee.kolenich@chardonschools.org
Phone: 440-285-4067
Fax: 440-286-0484
Website: www.chardonschools.org
Location: 111 Goodrich Court, Chardon, OH, USA
Twitter: @parkelemsch
Check out the latest community flyers shared with Chardon Schools. Camps, Classes, Contests, Clubs, Sports +MORE!
K-12 Monthly Pledge Contest
Student Leadership Opportunity! Would your K-12 student like to lead the Pledge of Allegiance at a Board of Education meeting? Student leaders gain practice at public speaking; meet the Superintendent and Board President; and earn a Portrait of a Hilltopper certificate. Enter our monthly contest today for a chance to win!