Cougar Connect Community Edition
April 8 - April 19
Principal Arellano's Post
Greetings Cougar Nation,
I trust you all had a fantastic Spring Break filled with rest and rejuvenation. As we dive back into school activities, it's time to focus on our State and District assessments. It's crucial that every student is present and punctual throughout April. This month plays a pivotal role in evaluating student progress and determining the best path for their educational journey in the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. Please take a moment to review the CMAS schedule attached to this newsletter.
April isn't just about assessments; it's also brimming with community events. Be sure to peruse this newsletter to stay informed about all the exciting happenings we have planned. We're thrilled to have you join us for these special events.
Additionally, I've included a letter in this newsletter and have sent it via REMIND regarding a transition I'll be making for the 2024-2025 school year. Your understanding and support during this time are greatly appreciated.
Thank you for your unwavering partnership in nurturing our students both socially and academically. Let's tackle the fourth quarter with determination and finish strong!
Principal Arellano
Two Week Overview
Monday, April 8
Specials-Cougar
Need to Know: Solar Eclipse, Recess Inside
Meetings: Girl Scouts 5-6 PM
Clubs: PM Choir and Landsharks
Tuesday, April 9
Specials-Roar
Need to Know: CMAS Testing
Meetings: N/A
Clubs: PM Botball
Wednesday, April 10
Specials-Blue
Need to Know: CMAS Testing
Meetings: PTO/BAAC 8:30 AM
Clubs: AM Battle of the Books, PM Choir
Thursday, April 11
Specials-Gold
Need to Know: CMAS Testing
Meetings: N/A
Clubs: PM Botball and Landsharks
Friday, April 12
Specials-Cougar
Need to Know: N/A
Meetings: N/A
Clubs: N/A
Monday, April 15
Specials-Roar
Need to Know: Purple Up Day, wear purple for Military Kids
Meetings: N/A
Clubs: PM Choir and Landsharks
Tuesday, April 16
Specials-Blue
Need to Know: CMAS Testing, Spring Bus Evacuation Drill 8:00-8:10 AM
Meetings: N/A
Clubs: PM Botball
Wednesday, April 17
Specials-Gold
Need to Know: CMAS Testing, 2nd Grade Nature Center Field Trip
Meetings: N/A
Clubs: PM Choir
Thursday, April 18
Specials: Cougar
Need to Know: CMAS Testing, Battle of the Books 7 AM-Noon, Midterms Go Home, STEAM Evening 4-5:30 PM
Clubs: PM Botball and Landsharks
Friday, April 19
April Day-District Closed, No School
Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo
King Elementary is partnering with the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo to fundraise for our Parent-Teacher Association! The rodeo this year will be held over seven performances from July 9th through July 13th, 2024, at the Norris-Penrose Event Center. If you would like to buy tickets for either the Tuesday evening, Wednesday evening, or Friday matinee performances please use the appropriate link below. Every ticket sold through these links will generate $5 per ticket back to King Elementary!
July 9th, Tuesday Evening Rodeo
July 10th, Wednesday Evening Rodeo
July 12th, Friday Matinee Rodeo
More information about the rodeo, including performance times and fun activities to do with kids at the rodeo, can be found here: https://www.pikespeakorbust.org/
Upcoming Events
Monday, April 22-Spirit Week, Rock N Roll vs Country, In Harmony
Tuesday, April 23-Spirit Week, Inside Out Day, In Harmony, Culver's Fundraiser
Wednesday, April 24-Spirit Week, Twin Day and Showcase Dress Rehearsal, In Harmony
Thursday, April 25-Spriit Week, Crazy Hair Day
Friday, April 26-Spirit Week, School Pride Wear Blue and Gold
Friday, April 26-Spring Showcase PM
Monday, April 29-Book Fair begins
Wednesday, May 1- Hat Day $1 and PTO's End of Year Celebration,
Friday, May 3-All School Park Visit, afternoon CMAS Celebration
Monday-Friday, May 6-May 9-Teacher Appreciation Week
Friday, May 10-Kinder Roundup/No School for Students
Habits of Success and Roars Monthly Focus
Habits of Success and Roars Monthly Focus
- Keeping a positive focus on learning.
Using manners, being polite, and allow others their privacy when needed.
Being kind, following the rules, and being a good sport.
Treat others with kindness and be polite.
Follow directions and listen to others when they are speaking.
- "Share a time when you faced a difficult assignment or task. How did you overcome any challenges or setbacks you encountered?"
- "Think of a goal you have for this week or month. What steps can you take to stay motivated and persistent in working towards achieving that goal?"
- "Discuss a subject or topic you find challenging. How can you approach studying or practicing in a way that helps you build confidence and improve your understanding?"
- "Share a strategy you use when you feel frustrated or stuck on a problem. How does this strategy help you keep going and find a solution?"
- "Think about a mistake you made recently. How did you respond to it, and what did you learn from the experience?"
- "Reflect on a time when you felt like giving up on something. What helped you persevere and keep trying, even when it was tough?"
- "Discuss a project or assignment you're proud of completing. What challenges did you face along the way, and how did you overcome them?"
- "Imagine you're struggling with a particular subject or skill. What resources or support could you seek out to help you improve?"
- "Share a story about someone you admire for their determination and perseverance. What qualities or actions make them a role model for academic tenacity?"
- "Set a specific academic goal for yourself for the upcoming week. How will you stay focused and motivated to work towards achieving it?"
Habits of Success and Roars Monthly Focus
April 1-May 3
Habits of Success Focus: Academic Tenacity
ROARS Focus: Attitude
Having a positive attitude means:
Academic Tenacity helps our students in the following ways:
Teaching academic tenacity to elementary students is essential for fostering their academic, social, and emotional development, setting them on a path toward lifelong learning and success.
Circle Prompts:
New Kiss and Go Pickup Procedures
Starting the week of 12/11 changes will be coming to the kiss and go pick-up lanes in the afternoon. To help with the flow of traffic in the community on Defoe Ave. and Caballero Ave. We ask that parents/ guardians not park on the south side sidewalk of the kiss and go parking lot. We will be using the area along the sidewalk as the line for overflow pick-up cars. Attached is a map of kiss and go parking lot.
-The yellow is the flow of the kiss and go lanes
-The red will be a no parking zone
-The blue will be for the overflow of cars waiting to enter the kiss and go parking lot
For the safety of the kids please do not have kids cross the kiss and go exit to load into the cars waiting in overflow. Please pull up to the yellow line in the parking lot to pick up your up students. Please be patient. When leaving kiss and go it is prohibited to turn left.
Cougar Alert
- All visitors must check-in at the front office prior to entering the school building with a picture ID.
- During arrival and dismissal, please maintain the speed limit, stop for students and adults in the crosswalk, and avoid blocking the street. We are partnering with our SROs to ensure speed limits and traffic laws are followed for the safety of our students and community members. Please drop and pick students up from our Kiss and Go lane located in the west front parking lot.
- Please do not drop students off prior to 8:00 a.m. as we do not have duty staff available for supervision.
- All afterschool clubs will end at 4:15. Please be sure to have your student picked up on time. Please be sure to check your Remind app for cancelations or changes to schedules.
Please Review the following documents
Free and Reduced Lunch Application
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Stay Connected
King celebrates their 50th birthday this year! Please be on the lookout for our many celebrations occurring throughout the year! We are focusing on "legacy" this year in celebration of our 50th and would love to have both present and past community members help us to celebrate. Be sure to read the Cougar Connect Community Edition in detail to see all the ways we are celebrating!
Please be sure to look at your REMIND messages for important communication from teachers and school staff. If you do not have a REMIND account, please be sure to sign up for one. If you need help, please call our front office for assistance. REMIND is our school and district's means of communication and the best way to stay in the loop!
Staff Recognition
Staff Recognized in the Month of January:
Our students got this!!!
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