The Roadrunner -March & April 2020-
“Roadrunners are fast, strong, and smart”
1st Grade boats for 'A for America!'
Brayden on the blender bike!
McKenzie and Mr. Lewis building bird boxes!
Kindergarten Launch at CPE March 5th
If you have a child 5 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2020 and planning on attending CPE as a kindergarten student next year, please join us for an informative presentation on Thursday, March 5th, 2020. Presentation times are as follows:
Last Names A-L from 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Last Names M-Z from 6:15 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
If you are not able to attend this information session, please call the front office at 541-494-6500 to make sure we have your information for next year's kindergarten class.
The Year Continues....
Dear Parents,
It is an exciting time of year. The students and staff have been working hard on their exhibition projects. They are very excited to share what they have learned with you on April 24th. Please see the information in this newsletter for more guidelines regarding our 4th Exhibition Night.
During the past few months, I have been reminded about the importance of the partnership we need to have between school and home. The efforts of parents, teachers and students working in unison is what makes all the difference in student achievement across content areas and social development. We are proud to see the signs of progress and want to encourage parents and students to continue to work hard. We don’t have much time left together for the 19-20 school year. We must strive to make every day count. As we enter our last trimester, I want to thank both parents and teachers for their dedication and devotion to learning. It is impressive to see the gains and rewarding to see students grow.
I also want to thank all of you that support CPE financially by participating in our Butter Braid sales and other fundraisers. Please know that we are able to use the money from these events to provide the latest instructional tools to students and teachers. The PTO has been the driving force behind this effort and it has made a huge difference in our ability to provide high quality instruction for your children. With your continued help, we hope to make this year’s fundraising the best yet.
Best Regards,
Walt Davenport
Principal
C.P.E. Rotary Student of the Year!
Ready....Set.....Middle School!
Parents-
As our 5th graders enter their last trimester at CPE, it is important we begin talking about Middle School and help them prepare for the transition. Take a look at the link below for some guidance and information on books that might help your child navigate this important time in their life. If you have questions or concerns about the middle school transition, please reach out to your child's teacher. We will be happy to answer any questions you might have.
Staying Healthy
We want all students and families to have access to resources concerning recent health issues impacting our community. Here are some links with information from the Oregon Health Authority regarding the current health concerns involving the Corona Virus. A link to our District website is also provided below with information about our response plan.
https://sharedsystems.dhsoha.state.or.us/DHSForms/Served//LS2356.pdf
4th Annual Student Exhibition Night is April 24th 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Here are some other recommendations to consider prior to attending the event:
· Carpooling or walking to the school is strongly encouraged.
· Visit at least 4 classroom/student exhibitions and get your passport stamped to receive a school spirit item!
· Encourage your students/children to exhibit appropriate behavior and good audience manners. Remember students have worked hard to present and prepare for this night.
· Plan your time according to the schedule of events…. You won’t be able to see everything, but try to visit a variety of classrooms/areas. It is going to be a busy night!
Upcoming Events....
3-5-20- Kindergarten Launch (see notice in this newsletter for details)
3-9-20 NO SCHOOL - (Professional Development)
3-12 PTO Meeting 6:00 p.m. (Library)
3-13 Report cards sent home with students.
3-20 NO SCHOOL - Parent / Teacher Conferences & Communication
3-23 through 3-27 Spring Break
4-2 PTO Meeting 6:00 p.m. (Library)
4-24 Student Exhibition Night 5:30 - 7:30
5-7 PTO Meeting 6:00 p.m. (Library)
5-25 No School (Memorial Day)
Some Reminders....
· Conferences & Report Cards — Report cards will be sent home on March 13th. Please be on the lookout for information coming home regarding scheduling a conference with teachers. Due to reduced conference time, not all families will meet directly for conferences. However, parents that do not meet with teachers will be updated on their students progress through other communication methods.
· Store bought treats/snacks— For student safety & health, all edible items provided for class events must be purchased from a store.
· Volunteer Forms— Background checks and volunteer applications must be filled out for volunteer work and chaperoning field trips. Paperwork must be turned in at least 1 week prior to a field trip.
· Appointments— We need your help. Please try to arrange appointments for your children outside the school day. We realize this is not always possible, but your support in maximizing every instructional minute is much appreciated.
Reading Homework Tips for Parents
· Have your child read aloud to you every night.
· Choose a quiet place, free from distractions, for your child to do his nightly reading assignments.
· As your child reads, point out spelling and sound patterns such as cat, pat, hat.
· When your child reads aloud to you and makes a mistake, point out the words she has missed and help her to read the word correctly.
· After your child has stopped to correct a word he has read, have him go back and reread the entire sentence from the beginning to make sure he understands what the sentence is saying.
· Ask your child to tell you in her own words what happened in a story.
· To check your child's understanding of what he is reading, occasionally pause and ask your child questions about the characters and events in the story.
· Ask your child why she thinks a character acted in a certain way and ask your child to support her answer with information from the story.
· Before getting to the end of a story, ask your child what he thinks will happen next and why.
Contact Information
Email: walt.davenport@district6.org
Website: http://www.district6.org/cpe/
Location: 450 S 4th St, Central Point, OR, United States
Phone: 541-494-6500
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CPECPSD6/
Twitter: @cpecpsd6
Dress Code at C.P.E.
As spring approaches, it is important to remind ourselves of how to dress safe, respectful and responsible at school. The school dress code is in the student handbook, posted on-line and available in the front office for review. Teachers will be reviewing the highlights of the dress code with students in class. All of this is done with parents as partners. We strive to minimize the amount of distractions, maintain safety and a high degree of respect by following the dress code. Here are some general guidelines to review with your child:
· Backless tops, mesh tops, sagging pants, spaghetti strap tops & halter tops, are not permitted.
· Clothing should not have inappropriate logos, sayings, advertisements etc.
· We ask that students do not wear make-up.
· Flip flop shoes without a heel strap are not allowed.
· Longer shorts are preferred (minimum 3 inches from the knee is a general guide).
· Undergarments should be covered at all times.
Reminder
*There is another drop off area for grades 1-5*
The CPE parking lot between 7:30 and 7:55
resembles LAX international airport during a holiday weekend. Here are some things you can do to help the situation:
· Pull as far forward in the circle as possible before unloading.
· Say your “goodbyes” and “I love you’s” before unloading.
· Have students exit from the right hand side of the car.
· Avoid passing other vehicles.
· Remind students to walk into the building
To help with the traffic congestion this year, grades 1-5 may be dropped off and enter through the playground gate on Bush St. Parents may not enter through this gate. If parents wish to enter the school building, please go through the front entrance and sign in. Thank you for helping keep our kids safe.
PTO Meetings at C.P.E.
PTO at CPE...Welcome or welcome back from your CPE PTO! We have a great group of parents returning that truly love getting together to help organize and facilitate the many wonderful and worthwhile events throughout the year. What we are really excited about is the chance to get to know you, the person who has wanted to get involved, but just hasn’t had the time or ability. Make this the year you take a chance and get involved, you’ll love it!! We meet on the first Thursday of every Month (except Sept and March) in the School Library from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Our upcoming meetings are set for March 12th and April 2nd at 6:00 p.m. in the school library. We look forward to seeing you there.
Thursday, Mar 12, 2020, 06:00 PM
Central Point Elementary School, South 4th Street, Central Point, OR, United States
Miscellaneous notices and information....
Cell Phones/Communication Devices
Students must turn off and store their cell phones/communication devices upon arrival at school. If you or your child need to communicate during the school day, please call the front office. This will help to avoid miscommunication.
Parent Handbook/Website:
The CPE parent handbook is available on the school website for your review. We strongly recommend reviewing the rules/policies of CPE. We have printed versions available upon request in the school office. Our district website address is:
When Students are ill or absent:
When your student(s) is ill and will not be attending school that day, please call our office. (494-6500). We appreciate all the parents that have made an extra effort to keep us informed this year. Thank you!
Notification to Parents and District Patrons
Central Point School District 6 provides accommodations and special programs for qualified students with a disability. These activities are provided through Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Your child, or a child of your acquaintance, may be eligible for accommodations or special programming. The District maintains assessment resources to determine eligibility for these resources. If you are aware of a child with a potential disability, including children that may require speech or language services, please notify your school Principal or Felicia Holt, Coordinator of Special Education at 494-6231.