Montgomery Elementary News
October 25, 2019
Contact Us
Dr. Amy Debelak, Principal
Ms. Sally Ganz, Asst. Principal
Office 686-1730
Absence Line 686-1736
FAX 792-6131
School Nurse 686-1733
Cafeteria 686-1735
Transportation 686-1785
Website: http://www.sycamoreschools.org/Domain/13
Location: 9609 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH, United States
Phone: 513-686-1730
Facebook: www.facebook.com/montgomeryelementaryofficial/?fref=ts
Twitter: @Montgomery_Elem
Positive Character Trait Word for the Week of 10/28/19
FAIRNESS – A fair person plays by the rules, takes turns, makes decisions after getting all the facts, doesn’t show favoritism or prejudices, and shares with others.
FAIRNESS means being understanding and open-minded.
Specials Schedule for the week of October 28, 2019
Monday 10/28 - B Day
Tuesday 10/29 - C Day
Wednesday 10/30 - D Day
Thursday 10/31 - A Day
Friday 11/1 - B Day
WE NEED CARDBOARD
The week of November 11 the Aviation Station will return to our school! We will be in need of lots of cardboard for the project. Please consider saving and sending in a few boxes to school. We can use any kind of cardboard, from cereal boxes to Amazon Prime boxes! Boxes will be stored on the stage.
Thank you for your help!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
10/30 - Evening Parent / Teacher Conferences (4pm - 8pm)
10/31 - Fall Parade (2:30pm - 3:30pm)
11/1 - PBIS Spirit Day - Wear Your Green T-shirt
SCHOOL NEWS
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
Vision & hearing screenings were completed last week at Montgomery Elementary for the kindergarten, first and third grade students. The goal of the Ohio Department of Health school screening program is to identify children who have possible vision or hearing disorders at an early age and refer for diagnosis and care. This year’s screening program was a huge success both in reassuring our students, and in identifying those children in need of further care.
A heartfelt “Thank You” to the following parents, grandparents, and UC Blue Ash nursing students and faculty who volunteered their time to these important screenings: Jocelyn Key (parent coordinator), Michelle Breen, Ny Dumrauf, Carrie Steenbergen, Jen Nally, Amber Brunck, George Plavjian, Jill Branam, Trish Branam, Jenny Hardison, Erin Abel, Brodie Mitchell, Yanping Hou, Christine Oums, Tina Kapor, Leelavathi Chandran, Carol Frieko, Erin Sedgwick, Kasey Johansen, Erika Armstrong, Solveig Olson, Jacqueline Frericks, Ruth Richter, Cheryl Paeth, Lauren Everly, Mark Purdy, Sharon Gratsch, Carly Lawless, Ginny Geary Laskovics, Samantha Nissen, and Daniel Lovell.
With gratitude,
Susan Linton
Montgomery Elementary School Nurse
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LIFETOUCH
Picture retake day is
Thursday, November 7.
PTO NEWS & NOTES
PTO PRESIDENT’S REPORT
It has been wonderful seeing everyone and meeting so many new families the past few weeks! We are off to a great school year at Montgomery Elementary and we are excited about all the exciting things to come.
Directory Spot information was sent out this week for all families that opted in through final forms! Please take the time to correct any information if needed and remember that after October 14th ONLY PTO members will have access to the Directory Spot App! If you have any questions please contact Alicia Murphy at mtptovp1@sycamoreschools.org.
Thank you to everyone who was able to attend the General Meeting on Wednesday, October 23rd!! If you were not able to attend please visit the Montgomery Elementary PTO Facebook Group to listen to what our guest speakers Lori Drasnin, from Sycamore Bridges, our new school therapist, Karen Celesti and also Dr. Debelak had to say.
Don’t forget to mark your calendars for the next General PTO Meeting on January 15, 2020 at 9:30am!
Was your family able to attend the Circus this past weekend? If so don’t forget to send pictures to Mrs. Messer (messert@sycamoreschools.org) so we can create a display of our student's circus fun for the upcoming Author Visit in March!
Have questions before then please contact me, Kristy Felss, at mtpto@sycamoreschools.org.
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It’s NOT too Late to Join the PTO!
Sign up today online and even pay your dues!
CLICK HERE FOR PTO MEMBERSHIP AND
WE HAVE OFFICIALLY GONE GREEN THIS YEAR. CLICK THIS LINK TO ACCESS THE PTO WEB PAGE. THIS PAGE IS FULL OF INFORMATION INCLUDING Board & Committees, Directory Information, Events & Programs, Fundraising, Treasurer Info & Special Requests.
The Montgomery Elem. After School Program Is Back!
All your favorite programs will be back Tuesdays this winter, but we have added more fun! New classes will include, coding, cooking, STEAM and Origami.
Registration will open on 12/2 so keep an eye out for the registration link so you don’t miss out on any of the fun!
Specific details around dates, timing, classes and registration will be sent out in the Weekly Newsletter as registration approaches. In the meantime, feel free to contact Kate Caccamo or Ashley Gratsch at montgomeryenrichment@gmail.com with questions.
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN PURCHASING TICKETS FOR
OUR ANNIE KIDS
THEATRE PRODUCTION SCHEDULED FOR
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8?
GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS ARE $2.50.
The PTO invites you to an evening of FREE Family Fun!
Mark Your Calendars
WHEN: Friday, November 22, 2019
TIME: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Montgomery Elementary Cafeteria
WHO: All Montgomery Elementary Families
Join us for a family night of BINGO! Multiple games, awesome prizes, snacks and drinks...it's a great way to spend time together. Relax, laugh, and have fun because we've got the entertainment covered to kick off your weekend. All ages welcome!
Please note: children must be accompanied by a guardian during the entire event.
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ENROLL NOW!
Please enroll your Kroger Plus Card in the Kroger Community Rewards Program benefiting Montgomery Elementary PTO to earn dollars for our organization!
SCHOOL NPO #80687
1. Go to www.krogercommunityrewards.com
2. Sign in (if you already have an account) OR create an account
3. Click on “Enroll Now” for the Kroger Community Rewards Program
4. Complete form as follows:
• Find your organization – type in 80687
• Select your organization – Montgomery Elementary PTO, 9609 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 80687. Make sure to click on the circle in front of the name!
• Click “Save Changes” at the bottom of the screen
5. Go to Account Settings and verify your information. Make sure your Kroger Plus card number is recorded with Montgomery Elementary PTO as your Community Rewards organization. You can also check the bottom of your receipts each time you shop.
THANK YOU for supporting the Montgomery Elementary PTO!
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