Parkview Elementary
November 2019
Hello Parkview Families!
The leaves have changed colors and have fallen from the trees. Our weather has certainly taken a dip towards a cooler pattern. Welcome to November!
Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for November 5th & 7th from 3:00 PM-7:00 PM. Parent/Teacher Conferences are a great time to connect with your child’s teacher on academics and social/emotional learning. We look forward to the partnership of connecting home and school. We have school pictures scheduled for those evenings as well, be sure to stop in the gym to have your child’s picture taken. Also, you are invited to stop by our Annual Book Fair that will be held in the library. Proceeds from the book fair go toward purchasing additional books for students. In addition to school pictures and the Book Fair, we will host a clothing give away in the gym. Area County Health Nurses will be here offering a Flu Shot Clinic on Thursday 11/7 only. Look for signs that lead you to the conference room for flu shots.
Last spring families and students we given the opportunity to take a Parent and Student Satisfaction Survey for Parkview Elementary School. I am happy to share that our results had many great identified strengths. We also looked at areas where we can improve the family and student experience. Listed below are our top areas of identified as strengths and areas for growth. For the areas of growth, we have created an action plan to help address concerns. It is our desire to grow our scores each year as we create plans to improve.
Parent Survey: Top areas on a 5 point scale:
The school is clean and well maintained. 4.49/5
My family is treated with respect at this school. 4.45/5 - tie
My child has the necessary classroom supplies and equipment for effective learning. 4.45/5 -tie
My child’s learning is a high priority at this school. 4.43/5
Parent Survey: Two areas identified for growth on a 5 point scale:
I regularly receive feedback from school staff on how well my child is learning. 4.03/5
I receive phone calls, notes, or e-mails about my child from school. 4.06/5
Student Survey: Top areas on a 5 point scale:
My principal is a good leader. 4.78/5
I enjoy art, music and P.E. 4.59/5
My teacher cares about me. 4.57/5
Student Survey: Areas identified for growth on a 5 point scale:
Students are nice to each other at this school. 3.17/5
I feel safe on the bus (only answer if you ride the bus). 3.61/5
Our Department of Public Instruction (DPI) School Report Card will be released on November 12th. The office will send home a communication to families to encourage you to view our progress as a school.
November is a wonderful time of year to reflect and count our blessings. I am thankful for so many aspects at Parkview Elementary School. Thank you to our amazing students, staff and families. We are a community that enjoys learning, working hard, and having fun! I am proud of our school community and ALL that we have to offer.
Yours in Parkview PRIDE,
Melissa Olson
Principal
Important Dates
November:
- 4th RCU Day
- 5th & 7th Parent/Teacher Conferences & Picture Day 3 pm - 7 pm
- 7th Flu Shot Clinic 3 pm - 7 pm
- 11th RCU Day Double Stamp Day
- 11th - 15th Parkview Penny Wars
- 12th PTO Meeting 6 pm
- 18th RCU Day
- 18th - 21st Topper's Pizza Fundraiser Week - 50% of proceeds is donated to Parkview!
- 19th Board of Education Meeting 7 pm @ the District Office
- 25th Culver's Day - 10% of sales is donated to Parkview
- 25th - 29th No School Thanksgiving Break
December:
- 5th 2nd & 3rd Grade Family Night 5:30 pm - 7 pm
- 23rd - Jan. 3rd No School
Halloween at Parkview....Can you spot Waldo?
Changes in Transportation
Attendance
Elementary school families will be contacted in the following ways (phone calls may also occur):
1. If there are 3 unexcused absences/tardies in a semester, a Start time Notification Letter will be sent. An unexcused absence is if the parent has not called in with a reason for the absence within 24 hours, or the reason for the absence does not meet the guidelines for acceptable absences as outlined by the district.
2. If a student receives 5 unexcused absences, tardies or leave early marks in a semester, then a 5 Day Truancy Letter will be sent.
3. If a student is absent more than part or all of 5+ days, a Habitual Truancy Notification Letter will be sent. The school team will complete an assessment with the student and/or parent and develop a plan with all parties involved at a meeting. A truancy referral may be initiated by the team.
4. If a student receives 10 excused absences, a Medical Concern letter will be sent.
5. The principal may meet with families after 5 days of absences (excused and/or unexcused) to better support the student and family with school attendance. *THE STATE OF WISCONSIN ALLOWS ONLY 10 DAYS PER SEMESTER OF EXCUSED ABSENCES.*
For more information about the attendance policy, please refer to the parent/student handbook linked below. These procedures may be used differently on a case by case basis (as determined by the principal, school counselor, and school social worker.)
PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES & PICTURE DAY
Conferences will be held on Tuesday, November 5th and Thursday, November 7th from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. An electronic message was sent out to parents/guardians with an email address on file which contained a link to schedule your student conference(s). A Lifetouch order envelope was also sent home however you can order online (link below) using the Parkview picture Day ID: EVTRDR37V
FLU CLINIC TO BE OFFERED TO ELEMENTARY STUDENTS DURING CONFERENCES
Chippewa Public Health will be offering FREE flu shots to students this fall at the elementary schools during conferences. The scheduled date for Parkview is 11/7 from 3 to 7 pm (consents due back to school 11/1)
The consent form can be found here as well as a paper copy will be sent home a week prior to the scheduled day. If you have any questions, please call the Chippewa County Department of Public Health at 715-726-7900.
Weather Reminder
Students will be going outside during recess except when the actual temperature or wind chill is –6 or colder. They will be allowed to play in the snow if dressed properly. Recess is an important time for social interaction. Exercise is a critical component for healthy growth and academic success.
SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY EVENTS AND RESOURCES
Board of Education Meeting
Date: Tuesday, November 19, 2019
Time: 7:00 pm Public Session
Place: District Office
1130 Miles St
Chippewa Falls WI 54729
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District's business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. There is a time for public participation during the meeting as indicated in the agenda.
The public can access the School Board Agenda for this meeting by going to the School District website 24 hours in advance of the meeting.
Upon request to the School Board Secretary, submitted twenty-four (24) hours in advance, the District shall make reasonable accommodation including the provision of informational material in an alternative format for a disabled person to be able to attend this meeting.
2019 Chippewa Falls Fire Department Poster Contest Winners
Students entered the coloring contest from all over the Chippewa Falls area and Parkview is proud to congratulate some of our own student winners!
2nd Grade:
- 1st Place: Andrew Barrett
- 4th Place: Emma Gilles
3rd Grade:
- 5th Place: Kali Cooley
4th Grade:
- 3rd Place: Adam Strouf
- 5th Place: Rebecca Olver
5th Grade:
- 1st Place: Kylie Swoboda
- 4th Grade : Cole Gilles
Great job to all who entered the contest!!
Cardinal Care ~ Student and Family Assistance Program
The Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District is pleased to announce a new program designed to help students achieve their very BEST at school -- CARDINAL CARE!
Cardinal Care is a Student and Family Assistance Program (SFAP). This program, offered at no cost to you, will provide up to 4 counseling sessions to each family in the school district. The district has partnered with REALiving, a local provider, to coordinate these services.
Cardinal Care offers peace of mind to students and their families. You don't have to handle everything on your own -- Cardinal Care can help!
Click on the Cardinal to view more information.
Parkview TV Ad
Click on the picture to view the flyer for more details.
Parkview Elementary
Website: https://cfsd.chipfalls.k12.wi.us/parkview/
Location: 501 Jefferson Avenue, Chippewa Falls, WI, USA
Phone: 715-720-3750