Cougar Connection
April
From the Principal...
Dear Colbert Families,
I hope you all are enjoying your break! I wanted to take a minute to inform you about the upcoming state testing for students in grades 3-5. As part of our commitment to academic excellence and assessment, all students will be taking the Smarter Balance Tests in both math and ELA. Additionally, our 5th graders will be participating in the science test.
These tests are essential for evaluating the progress and proficiency of our students, and we appreciate your support in ensuring they are well-prepared. To facilitate a smooth testing experience, we kindly ask for your cooperation during this time:
1. **Rest is Key**: It's crucial for students to get plenty of rest leading up to and during the testing period. A good night's sleep will help them perform to the best of their abilities.
2. **Appointment Scheduling**: If possible, we encourage families to schedule appointments around our testing days. Minimizing disruptions during testing hours will create a conducive environment for our students.
We understand that this can be a busy time for everyone, but your assistance in ensuring our students can focus on their assessments is invaluable. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the testing schedule or preparations, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership in your child's education. Below you will find our state testing schedule.
Warm regards,
Cari Trowbridge
Principal
News From PTO...
Hello Colbert Families,
Running Club Flyers - Shanon Knopik and Jenny Schneider are going to start a Wednesday morning running club at Colbert on April 17th. This is open to all students at Colbert. Flyers and permission slips were sent home with students on Friday. Running Club Flyer Permission slips due on April 12th.
STEAM Night - April 17th from 6:00pm - 8:00pm. This event will start very close to 6:00pm and have scheduled rotations with lots of fun activies. For our first STEAM Night event we will not have food to purchase. Please plan to eat beforehand! Many students brought home poster board before spring break. Now is a great time for students to work on their STEAM night poster project. If your student is participating in the poster board potion of the night please make sure you fill out the Survey HERE. Click HERE for the STEAM Night Packet. We are still looking for a few more volunteers for this event. Volunteer sign up HERE
Square 1 Art - Square 1 Art fundraiser catalog should have came home last week - featuring their own name and art on the cover, WITH FREE STICKERS OF THEIR ART! Orders DUE by: 4/11/2024. A percentage of sale proceeds benefit Colbert PTO! We appreciate your support!
Start ordering keepsakes and gifts featuring your child's art online NOW! Simply search for your child's art using Art Search, and enter state, school name, and your student's name. Your student's art and code will appear, and you may order! NEW - *Ship to Home FREE.
Upload additional art if you like, using Art Upload!
Donuts with Grownups - Thrusday April 25th - Morning time before school - More info coming soon!
Volunteering Link: Have you checked our volunteer needs lately? We are always looking for extra hands. HERE is the link! Check back soon for updated volunteer spots!
Staff Appreciation Week - Coming soon. May 6th - 10th. Would you be interested in helping out during our staff appreciation week? Please reach out at colbertpto@mead354.org for more info!
2024/2025 Board Position - It is hard to believe but we are going to start to think about the next school year before we know it. All of these fun events do not happen without a strong group of people on our Parent Teacher Organization Board. There are many different board positions that you can serve on. Please connect with us to learn more!
Upcoming Events:
4/1 - 4/5 - No School - Spring Break
4/11 - 3:30p - PTO Meeting
4/17 - STEAM Night 6:00pm - 8:00pm
4/17 - First Day of Running Club
4/18 - Dress up day - Hawaiian/Beach Day
4/25 - Donuts with Grownups (morning)
4/25 - 6:00p - 8:00p - Skate Night
4/26 - Popcorn Friday!
5/2 - 3:30p - PTO Meeting
5/6 - 5/10 - All Staff Appreciation Week
5/10 - Blood Drive at Colbert - Event for Staff, Teachers, Parents, and Community members.
5/16 - Dress up day - Favorite Sunglasses
5/16 - All School Carnival
5/27 - No School - Memorial Day
5/31 - Popcorn Friday!
Jenny Schneider
Colbert PTO