The Tiny Topper Times
November 3, 2023
Our preschool Tiny Topper collaborators working on painting their pumpkins together
Our CELC Staff!
End of Day Reminder:
Extra Clothing Needed in the Clinic ~ Thank you from the Nurse, Sara
THANK YOU, to those who donated clothing this week. We are still in need of socks and girl's underwear.
PLEASE pack weather-appropriate extra clothing in your child's book bag so they have a clean well-fitting option if an accident occurs at school. This greatly helps reduce their embarrassment or stress if an unexpected accident occurs.
Thank you!
Birthday Treats
We know that birthdays are a momentous and special occasion in your child’s life. If your child would like to bring in an item to celebrate this very special occasion, birthday treats (except chewing gum and suckers containing gum in the middle) or non-edible items (pencil, bubbles, etc.) may be furnished for classmates if prior arrangements have been made with the teacher. Items will be sent home with students at the end of the day, so they must be individually packaged. Only one item should be sent in. No gift bags please. Healthy treats or non-food items are encouraged to be brought in. Please be aware that many students have food allergies. Please contact the school or the classroom teacher for specific instructions about food items that are prohibited in a specific classroom. Invitations to home parties may not be distributed at school or on the bus unless the entire class is invited. The office is not able to furnish parents with phone numbers and addresses of students for invitations.
Pumpkin Exploration!
CELC has been able to welcome Ashlei Butt, Senior, from Chardon High School from The Crew internship program. She is shadowing Mrs. Heintz in the Title 1 program for the year. She is also completing her senior year Capstone Project by having all of the CELC Tiny Toppers color pictures for area Nursing and Assisted Living homes, which brings a ray of sunshine to their communities
K-12 Monthly Pledge Contest
Student Leadership Opportunity! Would your K-12 student like to lead the Pledge of Allegiance at a Board of Education meeting? Student leaders gain practice at public speaking; meet the Superintendent and Board President; and earn a Portrait of a Hilltopper certificate. Enter our monthly contest today for a chance to win!
Emailing Dismissal Changes:
Cleveland's own Playhouse Square is the second largest theater district outside of Broadway. Over the years, Chardon Goes to the Musicals has sold hundreds of tickets. A reminder this is not a fundraiser, but simply a way for community members to obtain tickets at discounted prices
Tickets make great gifts! Order now and your tickets will be here before the holidays. Chardon Goes to the Musicals is excited to announce ticket sales for Mrs. Doubtfire and Funny Girl. Money is due to Crescendo Club via Elizabeth Fullerman by Tuesday, November 28
Property Valuation & Reappraisal Impact
Stay Safe, Speak UP!
Chardon Local Schools partners with PublicSchoolWORKS to offer the Stay Safe. Speak UP! student safety and bullying prevention program. This 24/7, confidential reporting tool is available to students, parents, staff and the community. Visit the link to learn about 3 easy ways to report and bookmark access to the tool.
Notes for Newsletter Developer:
Link: https://bit.ly/chardonnewssssu
Mornings:
Absences/Tardiness:
If your child is going to be late or absent from school, please call the main office at 440.285.4066 no later than 9:30a.m for kindergarten/AM preschool students and 1:30p for PM preschool students. with the reason why they will be late or not in school. If your child is going to leave early or if there's a change in their after school plans (bus, pick up, walker, Topper Care, etc..), please make sure to call the main office NO LATER than 2:00pm to make that change. If you call later than 2:00pm, we may not be able to accommodate you.
End of Day:
- If you are picking your child up in the car pick up line, please stay in your car and DO NOT WALK UP TO THE GYM OR INTO THE GYM TO PICK UP YOUR CHILD. Also, DO NOT get out of your car to greet your child at or near the gym door as it can cause a back up with the pick up line.
- Pick up will be the same location and follow the same flow as morning drop off
- Kindergarten parents, please do not line up to pick up your child until 3:20pm as the preschool gets dismissed at 3:10p.m.
- Please remember to have your car rider sign visible in your window so that staff can match students with families quickly and efficiently
- If you do not have a car rider sign please email: kylie.williams@chardonschools.org
Recess Attire
Please Return Clothing
PRESCHOOL TUITION MONTHLY PAYMENTS
Upcoming Events:
Parent Teacher Conferences - Varied Dates
Parent Teacher Conference with Mrs. Kingzett (Kindergarten) - VIRTUAL ONLY - Nov 8th and 9th
Conferences with any Specials Teachers, if needed - VIRTUAL ONLY - Nov 7th
Click here to schedule your conference
Wednesday, Nov 8, 2023, 04:30 PM
308 Maple Avenue, Chardon, OH, USA
Q and U Wedding (Kindergarten)
Friday, Nov 17, 2023, 09:00 AM
308 Maple Avenue, Chardon, OH, USA
A Note From the School Nurse:
ILLNESS GUIDELINES
Not sure if your child is well enough to be in school? Take a look at the guidelines below to help decide. For the continued health and well-being of all students, the following guidelines have been set up. Children will be sent home if he/she exhibits any of the following symptoms below:
• Fever (at least 100.4 or higher)
• Suspected contagious disease
• Vomiting or diarrhea (Abnormally loose or water stool)
• Thick yellow or green discharge from the nose or eyes
• Persistent or increasing cough, not improving over 4 or 5 days
• Unusual spots/rashes or severe itching anywhere on the body
• Behavior that indicates the student is not feeling well (in combination with any of the above)
Please monitor your child for the symptoms above, and keep them home if they are exhibiting these symptoms until they are well enough to return to school. If a child requires medication to get through the school day this is likely a good indicator they would benefit from continued rest at home.
A child may return to school after all symptoms are gone and they are diarrhea/vomit/fever free without the use of fever-reducing medication for 24 hours. (Can vary with physician recommendations)
Looking forward to sharing in the care of your child/children. Please contact me at any time if you have any questions at 440-286-0470 or via email at sara.alvord@chardonschools.org
Thank you, Nurse Sara
Health Screenings
Why are health screenings important to my child?
Health screenings give you valuable information about your child’s development.
You will become connected with resources to help prepare your child for success in school.
Screening will help identify any hearing, vision, health, growth, or general development needs your child may have. *
For many children, screenings can mean the difference between success and failure in school. If potential problems are detected at any of the screened areas, the child then has the opportunity to receive specialized help before entering kindergarten.
If you do not have concerns about your child’s health, growth, or development, Your school district will still need your child’s screening information and immunization information on file at school.
Vision and Hearing Tests
Vision & Hearing screenings are in progress for Pre-K & Kindergartners. If you do not wish to have your child screened please send an email to sara.alvord@chardonschools.org
We will send home results ONLY if further testing is needed. These screenings are designed to detect the most common vision/hearing issues in young children, but cannot detect all problems or diseases. These screenings do not take place of comprehensive exams performed by your primary care or specialist. If you still have questions or concerns, please seek the advice of your primary care doctor
Thank you, Nurse Sara
Free and Reduced Lunch Application and Information:
*MENU IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE*
Contact Information
andrea.ryan@chardonschools.org
Lisa Loncar, Secretary
lisa.loncar@chardonschools.org
Kylie Williams, Clerical
kylie.williams@chardonschools.org
Email: communications@chardonschools.org
Website: chardonschools.org
Location: 308 Maple Avenue, Chardon, OH, USA
Phone: 440-285-4066