Talley Street Update
November 18, 2019
School News
5th Grade Tybee Trip Forms/Payment Due
What do you need to return to school ? (ALL DUE November 22, 2019)
- City School of Decatur Field Trip Permission Form
- Student Payment
- Scholarship Request Form (if applicable)- (Due by December 4th)
- Medication Form (only if student requires any medication during the trip, including over the counter information)
- Pick up form
- Food allergies and/or restriction form
Dates of the Trips:
- Monday-Wednesday (3/2/20-3/4/20): Gilley, Camirand, Friedrich, Kramer, Thompson
- Monday-Wednesday (3/9/20-3/11/20): Foy, Benzin, Falco, Farley, Young
Please reach out to your homeroom teacher if you need an extra copy of the forms.
Talley Street Clothes Closet
The Talley Street Clothes Closet is in need of the following items:
- winter clothes (sizes 10-14 )
- coats
- jackets
- hats
- gloves
Girls on the Run
Art Club Announcement
Registration is now open for the first afterschool art club of 2020!
This 6 week art club will focus on a variety of fun printmaking techniques and is geared toward third and fourth graders. The cap on the class is 20 students. If we receive more than that who are interested, all participants will be pulled from a lottery. Parents of interested students should email Amy Radford at aradford@csdecatur.net. Please put "Art Club 2020 Printmaking" in the subject line. If your child is interested in participating they must be able to attend all 6 sessions. Dates will be January 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th, February 7th and 14th.
Registration is now open for the 2nd afterschool program of 2020.
This 6 week art club will focus on drawing and shading techniques. Students will learn how to better capture light and shadow and use a variety of drawing materials. This club is open to 3-5 grade and will take place on February 28th, March 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th, and April 2nd. If your child is interested in participating they must be able to attend all 6 classes. Parents of interested students should email Amy Radford at aradford@csdecatur.net. Please put "Art Club 2020 drawing" in the subject line.
Thanks,
Amy Radford
Art Teacher
Talley Street
School-Related Photos for Yearbook
Please send photos of any school related events to: talleyyearbookphotos@gmail.com. Contact the yearbook chair for more information:
Kellei Johnstone
404.985.8151
Lost and Found
Safe Routes to School
Walk & Roll is THIS Friday, November 22, 2019!
Walk or ride with your student to Talley! Enjoy a Banjo hot or cold brew coffee, and spend a few minutes out front for community building, before heading inside for Talley Rally music and fun with the kids! We’re excited to see everyone participating!
**Walking School Buses!**
Our Walking and Biking School buses have been very successful. Please join one for a safe and fun walk to school with friends!
Please go to the Talley PTO website to sign up to lead one or find a location you can join!
www.talleypto.org/signup
Crossing Guard Appreciation Week
Do you have a crossing guard you think needs to receive Metro Atlanta Crossing Guard of the year? Nominate them here: http://saferoutesga.org/content/crossing-guard-appreciation-week-november-18-22-2019
WALKING TO TALLEY SAFETY!
For the safety of children walking to Talley, please DO NOT PARK on Shadowmoor Drive
Hilldale Drive, or Derrydown Way.
We have had several near accidents in the Winnona Park neighborhood. There are NO sidewalks on these streets and a lot of dangerous cut through traffic. To help keep these walkers visible, avoid parking on the above streets, particularly on Shadowmoor between Columbia and Derrydown, and Hilldale between Shadowmoor and Winnona.
Please see below for alternate park and walk, or drop off and walk options to Talley Street.
We will reassess and provide updated info when the new signal at Talley Street and S Columbia Drive is functional.
The link below includes additional info on park and walk locations, and designated Safe Routes to School for all our CSD schools. https://www.decaturga.com/activeliving/page/safe-routes-school
Talley’s Park and Walk locations:
Thank you for helping keep our kids and parents safe!
Talley Street PTO
Peace & Pie Potluck Dinner on Tuesday, November 19
Remember how we used to get to know each other before Facebook and Instagram? With potlucks, and dinners, and stories. Well, the PTO Diversity & Inclusion Committee invites you to give it a try on Tuesday, November 19. This is a night for us to share delicious food and meaningful, candid conversations about the life experiences that have shaped who we are.
Bring your favorite sweet or savory pie to share. At best, you'll make new friends, and build some community, maybe hear a fresh jazz tune. And, at worst, you can steal a good pie recipe for the holidays.
Did we mention free childcare? Please register so we can get a headcount.
Volunteer Signup – Talley Street PTO
6:30-8:30pm @ Talley Street School.
RSVP to Kanika M. Sims @ michellewsims@gmail.com
Box Tops, Publix, and More
Box Tops:
Box Tops have gone digital!! Download the App, Box Tops for Education. Enter your information, select Talley St., scan receipts and done! If you still have hard copy box tops, we will be collecting them behind the front desk. There is a box labeled Box Tops for Education. Have your kiddo bring in box tops and look for the Large Envelope/box near the front desk. They’ll be collected twice a year.
Publix Partners:
Looking for an easy way to support Talley Street PTO?? Who knew Passive Fundraising could be SO easy!! You don't need the key chain card anymore. Follow the easy instructions on the link: http://corporate.publix.com/community/corporate-campaigns/publix-partners We’re set up as: Talley Street Upper Elementary School – Decatur, GA
Amazon Smile and Kroger are still in process of being set up.
Winnona Park Elementary PTA Holiday Sale
Winnona Park Elementary PTA Holiday Sale
Tree & Candle Sale Set for December 7th! The winter holidays are just around the corner! Start your season off right by pre-ordering your tree. Cool Springs Nursery will deliver freshly cut Frasier fir trees and wreaths direct from their farm in North Carolina. There are several sizes to choose from, with prices ranging from $85 to $120. Wreaths are also available for $30. We are also selling Hanukkah candles for $10 a pack. Cash, checks and credit cards are accepted. There is a limited quantity of each for pre-order with the added benefit of coming to the lot Friday for an early pick of the tree and free delivery or Saturday free delivery. Take advantage of these NEW opportunities! https://winnonaparkpta.org/product-category/holiday-sale/
SAVE THE DATE for Clairemont Elementary PTA's Annual Decatur Holiday Marketplace and Café!
Friday, December 13
5:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 14
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
This is an event you don’t want to miss. The school transforms into a artist-inspired marketplace featuring more than 100 local and regional artists. Shoppers can browse handmade crafts, art, gifts and more and enter a raffle for a chance to win incredible prizes like Disney Park Hopper passes or tickets and gift cards to local dining and entertaining experiences. Enjoy food from local restaurants, delicious homemade soups and desserts in the café while listening to live local music. All proceeds benefit Clairemont Elementary School’s educational programs funding teacher grants, supporting student field trips and much more. For more information visit decaturholidaymarketplace.com or follow us on social @decaturholidaymarketplace.
From the District
Westchester Elementary
The Westchester PTA is very excited to host another Battle of the Bands and have another amazing event for the school and community. We are currently looking for sponsorship and band submissions, and the deadlines are fast approaching.
Bands
We are currently looking for bands to submit to be part of the battle! Bands must be at least 21 years old, and at least one band member must have at least one child in a CSD school. The deadline for submission is November 24th. Go to westchesterrocks.org to submit your band.Sponsorship
We are looking for both business and family sponsors. New this year- the Wolf Wall, where we will list any family sponsorship that is between $100- $250. Superfan sponsorship starts at $250. The deadline for sponsorship is December 12th. Contact kdclarke313@gmail.com or go to westchesterrocks.org to secure a sponsorship.
Thank you all for helping us make this an amazing event!!
For more information, see https://www.westchesterrocks.org/
News from Decatur Farm to School
Fall Decatur Farm to School Dine Out - November 20, 2019, 5-9 p.m.
Twice a year families eat out at a participating restaurant and a portion of the proceeds are donated back to Decatur Farm to School to support our many programs. The dine out is our main fundraiser that supports CSD scholarships, grants, internships, and so much more! Consider buying a raffle ticket online or at a restaurant for some amazing prizes. For list of restaurants, to purchase raffle tickets, and more, visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/387747888588902/. Volunteers also needed during the dine out to sell tickets and merchandise. Grab a friend and enjoy the night out! Sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0f4fadae29a7fa7-decatur1.
Decatur Education Foundation News
Supper & Sips
Last week’s Supper & Sips was a big success! We raised thousands of dollars that will be used in every school to address equity, behavioral health, and food insecurity, as well as support our teachers in the classroom to ensure every Decatur student can reach their full potential. Big thanks to the event’s presenting sponsor, Keller Knapp Realty, patrons, hosts, and food and beverage sponsors that helped make the night special. In the coming weeks, we’ll announce the final total and how we’ll be investing those funds. Together we make a difference for #OurKids!
About Talley Street Upper Elementary School
Important Dates
November 25-29--holiday break
December 18 and 19--chorus performances
December 23-January 6--holiday break
Social Media and Contact Information
Talley Street Principal
Talley Street Upper Elementary School PTO
Talley Street Upper Elementary School Parents
Talley Street Artists
For more about the Talley Street PTO, visit their website here: https://talleypto.org/
Email: bheaton@csdecatur.net
Website: csdecatur.net/Talley
Location: 2617 Talley Street, Decatur, GA, USA
Phone: 470.283.7340