Charlestown School Updates
For members of our learning community - March 31st, 2017
Happy Spring !!! I hope to see you at Artessy Tomorrow!!!
Artessy at CMS - Friday, March 31st-Saturday, April 1st from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
What else can you do for free on a rainy Saturday???
Students can engage in learning and visit exhibits showcasing different types of learning, including art, music, science and various programs at Chariho Tech.
Other highlights:
- All students in art classes (gr. PreK-12) have at least one piece of artwork displayed in the gym. Come take a photo of your child with their art!
- Our 4th graders will be sharing their Electricity Projects
- Our 4th grade chorus will be performing at 11:15 am in the Auditorium.
- Our PTO will be selling refreshments.
Click this link for more information and scheduled events:
https://www.chariho.k12.ri.us/sites/default/files/revised_-_artessy_pamphlet.pdf
PARENT SURVEY has been extended until Sunday, April 2nd !!!
ALL PARENTS and encouraged to give feedback about our through SurveyWorks, a statewide survey that asks you questions about the learning environment of schools.
YOU CAN COMPLETE THE SURVEY AGAIN TO PROVIDE FEEDBACK FOR MULTIPLE CHILDREN IN YOUR FAMILY!
Family Access Code: 98104family
Thank you for the 68 completed surveys by our parents!
With an enrollment of 272, we're hoping for at least 272 responses.
Lock Down Drill Today
Save the Bay Visits 2nd Grade
Please ask your 2nd grader what they held and touched!!!
Baby Photos of 4th graders needed for the Yearbook
ATTENTION 4TH GRADE PARENTS!
Submit a baby picture of your child to be included in the yearbook…
email a DIGITAL photo including your child’s name to: Charlestownriyearbook@gmail.com
***contact Erin Manni at the above address with any questions!***
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: March 31st!!!
Kindergarten Registration Continues
Documents needed for Registration:
- Locator Card - Proof of residency issued by Town Hall
- Birth Certificate - (Children must turn 5 by September 1, 2017)
- Immunization Records
Please feel free to forward this message to parents of incoming Kindergartners.
Recent water testing at Chariho Schools
The Rhode Island Department of Health recently tested water samples from all Chariho Schools. Please see the link below for more information.
https://www.chariho.k12.ri.us/sites/default/files/ri_doh_lead_results.pdf
Eli Pen Recall Information
Please click this link for a recent article about this recall.
Updated Transportation Policy
Each parent/guardian requesting transportation services to and/or from a Chariho school, so long as the requirements of I.A. above are met, must register in accord with guidelines established by the Superintendent of Schools. Parents/Guardians of students who attend private schools located in one of the member towns must register as if the student attended a Chariho school; all elements of this policy shall apply. Parents/Guardians of students who attend private schools within Chariho’s transportation region (Region 4), but outside of the District, must register for transportation with the Statewide Student Transportation System.
Approve of transportation requests will be rescinded when a student does not utilize transportation services for ten (10) consecutive days if there is no notification with reasonable explanation to the transportation provider.
Please see the link below for more information.
https://www.chariho.k12.ri.us/sites/default/files/policy/transprt_revised.pdf
Budget Update
All-day referendum vote regarding the proposed FY18 Budget will be held on April 11th. We encourage everyone to vote.
You can also review public budget documents:
https://www.chariho.k12.ri.us/budget
Please feel free to contact me if you have questions about the budget.
Upcoming Events:
March 31-April 1st - ARTESSY at CMS
Thurs. April 13th - Early Release Day
Friday, April 14th - No School - Good Friday
April 14-April 23 - No School - April Vacation
April 25-May 19th - PARCC Testing (Gr. 3 and 4) and Science NECAP Testing (Gr. 4)
Future Events:
Fri. May 19th - PTO Girls Night Out
Sat. May 27th - PTO 5K Run/Walk at Ninigret at 9:00 am
Our last day of school is now Tuesday, June 20th
You can follow me on Twitter - @jenpooreri
School Calendars for 16-17 and 17-18
http://www.chariho.k12.ri.us/sites/default/files/2016-17_chariho_school_calendar.pdf
The School Committee recently approved the school calendar for 2017-2018: