Montgomery Elementary News
April 6, 2018
Contact Us
Linda Overbeck, Principal
Amy Debelak, Asst. Principal
Office 686-1730
Absence Line 686-1736
FAX 792-6131
School Nurse 686-1733
Cafeteria 686-1735
Transportation 686-1785
Website: http://www.sycamoreschools.org/Domain/13
Location: 9609 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH, United States
Phone: 513-686-1730
Facebook: www.facebook.com/montgomeryelementaryofficial/?fref=ts
Twitter: @Montgomery_Elem
Positive Character Trait Word for the Week of 4/9/18
TRUSTWORTHINESS – A trustworthy person keeps promises, tells the truth, and will not hurt anyone with unkind actions or words.
TRUSTWORTHINESS means being reliable.
Specials Schedule for the week of April 9, 2018
Monday 4/9 - D Day
Tuesday 4/10 - A Day
Wednesday 4/11 - B Day
Thursday 4/12 - C Day
Friday 4/13 - D Day
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
APRIL
9 - Wendy's Community Night (See PTO news for details)
11 - PTO General Meeting (9:30am)
20 - Lion King Production (2 performances - 6:00pm & 7:30pm)
SCHOOL NEWS
FIELD DAY
Field Day is coming soon! It will take place on Friday, May 11th (rain date is Wednesday May 16th). We will be at Swaim Park for a full day of awesome activities! There will be 2 sessions. Morning will be for half of the kindergartners, 1st and 2nd graders and the afternoon will be for the other half of the kindergartners, 3rd and 4th graders.
To volunteer to help please click this link to sign up
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LOBBY GUARD
We have started using "Lobby Guard" this past week which requires all visitors to
bring a photo identification in order to enter our building.
Please remember to bring your identification (driver's license works best) every time you need to enter the building.
Thank you for your patience while we are working out the kinks.
PTO NEWS & NOTES
WENDY'S COMMUNITY NIGHT
Wendy's Community Night is back! Mark your calendars for MONDAY, APRIL 9th and join us for a meal at the I-275 Wendy's (10765 Montgomery Road). By simply mentioning that you are with Montgomery Elementary, 20% of your receipt will come back to our school. Tell your family, friends, neighbors, and strangers to visit Wendy's on April 9 and mention Montgomery Elementary to raise money for the PTO.
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PTO GENERAL MEETING - APRIL 11, 2018, 9:30 A.M.
The 3rd Quarter General PTO has been rescheduled to Wednesday, April 11 at 9:30 a.m. Our administration will be presenting information related to academic testing. We will also welcome the Greene School's administration, who will be sharing tips for transitioning your 4th grader to Greene. All 4th Grade parents are especially encouraged to attend. Please reach out to Lori Drasnin with any questions.
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WALKING PROGRAM
The Walking Program will be starting up again after Spring Break and we'd love your help! This is an easy and fun way to volunteer during the early Spring months while spending some time with your kid(s) at recess. Please CLICK HERE for more information and to sign up. Any questions can be directed to Michelle Rowland
or Kathy Mercurio.
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EARTH DAY CELEBRATIONS
EARTH DAY IS APRIL 22, 2018!!!
Get ready to celebrate Earth Day all week long with the Green Team this April. This year Earth Day is on Sunday, April 22nd. We will be doing special activities the week before to get everyone in the Earth Day spirit!
Tuesday 4/17- Wasteless Lunch and a visit from Binny from Rumpke! All children who pack a completely waste-free lunch will receive a prize.
Wednesday 4/18- Everyone wears GREEN to remind
us to be green whenever possible!
Thursday 4/19- FREECYCLE/TOY SWAP! Please bring in a toy ($10 value or less) that your child no longer wants and might be ready to throw away. Each class will participate in a trade/swap, so kids can come home with something "new to them," and we can keep toys out of the landfill. We are encouraging children to bring in an extratoy if possible for friends who may have forgotten so everyone can participate in this fun swap!
Friday 4/20- HOUR POWER DOWN! Montgomery is going to power down for one hour to save energy and give us all a chance to think about how important it is to conserve our energy- we don't want to run out!
Sunday 4/22- Don't forget to celebrate Earth Day with your family!!
Questions? Contact Shana Berge or Kara Willis
Let's have fun getting ready for Earth Day!
Remember, Go GREEN and Gold!
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THEATER PROGRAM PRESENTS: LION KING JUNIOR
SAVE THE DATE: Friday, April 20. Two performances. 6:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Our 3rd and 4th grade theater students have been working hard to bring you an awesome production. Look for ticket information in your Thursday folder.
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ATTENTION CHESS-LOVING STUDENTS!
Montgomery Elementary is looking into forming a Chess Club next fall for CURRENT Kg-3rd grade students before school from 8:00-9:00 a.m. No experience necessary!The 13-week program will be taught by a professional and cover all the basics including moves, notation of moves, and strategies. Participation fee is $130 and will include a chess board and t-shirt for each student. Interested parents please e-mail Renee Marshall.
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OPEN PTO POSITIONS
The Montgomery PTO is looking to fill its slate for next year! There are a variety of opportunities to meet different interests, skill sets, and availability. If you are interested in learning about the open PTO positions, please contact Lori Drasnin.
Sycamore Football Players & Parents
This is Scott Dattilo, Head Football Coach at Sycamore High School, and I am excited to announce the Inaugural Aviator Football Open House. The Open House is scheduled for Wednesday, April 11th from 6:30-8:00 pm at Sycamore High School. It is my hope that ALL current players and their parents are in attendance, in addition, any families who my be interested in joining our program.
The purpose of the Open House is to provide the Sycamore Community, GRADES K through 12, an opportunity to gather important information about Sycamore Football and an opportunity to get involved in the program The evening will include:
Welcome
"The State of Sycamore Football" - Head Coach - Scott Dattilo
Facility Tours and Break out Sessions
1. Injury prevention, recovery, and concussion related information - Sycamore Athletic Trainers, Darren Howard and Chris Bonnell
2. Athletic Development - Strength and Conditioning Coach, Matt Johnson
3. Parental Involvement - Parents Club Member TBA
4. College Recruiting Information - Incoming Grades 10-12 Only - Scott Dattilo
Registration Opportunities
1. Register with Sycamore Youth Football for the upcoming season (grades K-6)
2. Sign up for Junior High Football (grades 7, 8)
3. Register for the Aves Football ProCamp
Go Aves!
Scott Dattilo
Mathematics Teacher
Head Football Coach
Sycamore High School
Twitter: @shsdattilo