Cougar Roar
Canyon Rim Elementary Monthly Newsletter
Welcome to the Canyon Rim Family!
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Email: canyonriminfo@gilbertschools.net
Website: https://www.gilbertschools.net/canyonrim
Location: 3045 South Canyon Rim Mesa, AZ 85212
Phone: 480-984-3216
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CanyonRimElementary
August 2019
The Principal's Corner
We had our first Pride Assembly today, and it rocked! The 2019 Student Council governing members were introduced, the teachers participated in a silly challenge, and the assembly ended with the much-anticipated Cougar Pride song! Cosmo the Cougar (below) even joined in on the fun! Coleman W., a 6th grader, received recognition for being a leader by helping our little Cougars find their lines every morning since school started. I look forward to honoring the September Cougars of the Month at the next Pride Assembly!
We have some exciting events coming up during the month of August! Peter Piper Pizza Back-to-School night will be August 16th, and don't forget: cookie dough sales start August 12th (scroll down for both event details).
In regards to buses and some of the changes in transportation, a letter from the GPS Transportation department is detailed below. All questions or concerns can be directed to them at the email and phone number listed.
One more note: our regular Early Release Wednesdays will continue this year, and GPS will also be having one half day each quarter. The first one will be on 8/28, with the day ending at 11:55 a.m.
In case you missed it in the summer newsletter, a PDF detailing lunch times, pick up/drop off procedures, and early release dates is located below.
Looking forward to a great year!
Joe Lopat
Principal
A Letter from Transportation
Dear Canyon Rim families,
We would like to thank you for your patience as we refine bus transportation for our students at the beginning of the new school year.
We are aware that there have been issues with buses arriving late to and from school, and a need for additional buses on some routes. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused.
Please be assured that we are actively working to resolve these issues. We anticipate significant improvements each day as we refine the routes and processes.
We are actively working to analyze routes where lack of buses is an issue. Our goal is to continue to maximize these routes so that the loads on each bus are more efficient and each school has an adequate number of buses, before and after school. This analysis is ongoing and solutions are being implemented daily.
If you have any specific questions please don’t hesitate to contact our Transportation Department:
Email: bus@gilbertschools.net
Tel: (480)-497-3311
We greatly appreciate your partnership as we work together to ensure our students arrive safely and on time.
Mr. Paul Novak
Interim Director of Transportation
Early Release & Half Days this month:
Early Release Wednesdays @ 1:55 p.m. - 8/7, 8/14, 8/21
Half Day Release @ 11:55 a.m. - 8/28
Nurse's Corner
CRE is a Latex-free school, as we have students on campus who are extremely allergic to latex. Because latex powder can be transferred through latex and even mylar balloons, we ask that parents keep the birthday celebration balloons at home. Thank you!
Curriculum Nights Schedule: 08/20-08/22
Preschool: 5:30-6 p.m.
1st Grade: 6-6:30 p.m.
3rd Grade: 6:30-7 p.m.
08/21:
Kindergarten: 5:30-6 p.m.
2nd Grade: 6-6:30 p.m.
4th Grade: 6:30-7 p.m.
08/22:
5th Grade: 5:30-6 p.m.
6th Grade: 6-6:30 p.m.
Cookie Dough Sales Begin!
Monday, Aug 12, 2019, 08:15 AM
Canyon Rim Elementary School, South Canyon Rim, Mesa, AZ, USA
Cougar of the Month Program
Cougar of the Month is a program at Canyon Rim Elementary that rewards students who demonstrate the “7 Habits of Happy Kids,” and academic growth or achievement. Each Cougar of the Month receives a T-shirt, recognition at a PRIDE Assembly, and a pizza party with Principal Lopat. Look out for your student's name in the September newsletter!
New! Visitor Aware Sign-In Program in the Front Office
Click on the PDF below for info on how the new iPad-enabled system is a safer and more efficient way to visit Canyon Rim.
Social Worker Corner
Hello, Cougar Families! My name is Kerry Draney, and I am excited to return as the social worker at Canyon Rim!
As a social worker on campus, I provide supports to both our staff and students during the school day. We are fortunate that our district recognizes this and provides social workers in elementary schools to teach prevention, meet with children based on individual needs, and provide resources to our Canyon Rim families.
Remember to reapply for Free and Reduced lunch as reapplication is required each fall. For those who did not take advantage of this program last year, please do apply by completing the online application on our website if you have not yet had a chance.
If you would like to contact me directly, call (480) 984-3216 x306 or email me at Kerry.draney@gilbertschools.net.
Kerry Draney
School Social Worker
Peter Piper Pizza Back-to-School Night
Friday, Aug 16, 2019, 04:00 PM
Peter Piper Pizza, East Baseline Road, Mesa, AZ, USA
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Spirit Days This Month:
*Every Friday is Canyon Rim spirit day, staff and student participation is encouraged