NES Principaw Update #2 (Sept 2023)
Mr. Vince Sette and Mrs. Nicole McQuate
OFF AND RUNNING!!!
The start of the school year has come and gone like an Olympic sprinter in the 100-meter dash. The students are doing awesome with adjusting to their different schedules. The parents have done a fantastic job with drop off and pick up. The staff has done an amazing job supporting the students and making the transitions easy for everyone. Together we have sparkled and started off on the right foot. We cannot thank you enough for the role you play in making Norwayne the special place it is.
As a reminder, the office is currently open from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the elementary.
Parents, please make sure you complete the Final Forms online. If you need assistance reach out and we can help complete that if needed.
INSTANT CONNECT
The district will move to a new communication text messaging system this year. We are replacing REMIND with a new product that will be easier to use called Instant Connect. This product syncs and works with Final Forms and DASL so that we always have the most up-to-date contact information for parents. Over the last few weeks, we sent out a text message asking parents, staff, and students to opt-in to our alerts from our new notification system. If you did not get that text it is because your phone number is not in our system.
If you wish to join our new alert notification system simply text YES to 87569 and your number will be added.
Counselor's Corner with Mrs. Monte
This month we will begin classes in my room for weekly or bi-weekly social emotional lessons. These lessons will start for students the week of September 18th. 4th and 5th grade will begin their bi-weekly lessons the following week. As I will be out for my maternity leave by this time, Ms. Zollinger will be my sub teaching these lessons!
Ms. Zollinger will be teaching my classes but will not see students for counseling. Please use my referral link if you would like to refer your student to school counseling. This will be directed to Mr. Sette and Mrs. Mcquate while I am away. They can discuss further options that are available at school.
Here are some topics that will be covered throughout September by grade level. Please check out the Counselor’s Corner Site to find additional information about the topics we are covering and the counseling services I offer! The site will be updated throughout the school year.
Kindergarten: Weekly
Zones of Regulation Part 1 & 2
1st Grade: Weekly
Zones of Regulation Part 1 & 2
2nd Grade: Bi-Weekly
Zones of Regulation
3rd Grade: Weekly
Zones of Regulation Part 1 & 2
4th Grade: Bi-Weekly
Zones of Regulation
5th Grade: Bi-Weekly
Circle of Control
Please check the Counselor's Corner site if you would like to know more about these topics!
Alexa Monte
School Counselor
Norwayne Elementary School
(330)-435-6383
2023-2024 NES PTO
How Can You Find More About NES PTO:
- Visit the Norwayne Elementary PTO Website by clicking the link below.
- Find the PTO page on Facebook for updates and information. Search Norwayne Elementary PTO and follow the page to stay in the know.
- email PTO at norwaynepto@gmail.com with any questions
- Join the Remind Group for NES PTO (www.remind.com/join/nespto21)
Old Business to Review:
- Thank you to all our volunteers during the 2022-2023 school year.
Important Upcoming Dates:
2023 Spirit Wear Back to School Sale Shop now through 09/07/23. Visit PTO's website for more information.
PTO Cookbook Orders are currently open. If you want a book before Christmas, it must be placed prior to October 31, 2023.
PTO seeks two volunteers to help Mrs. Dutter with the Fair Take Down of student artwork. This occurs in the morning, so please let the NES Office or PTO know if you are able to help.
- If you are interested in helping with different PTO events, please reach out. We appreciate everyone's help with fun activities for the students.
2023-2024 Officers
- President = Nikki Wincek
- Vice President = Danielle Saurers
- Secretary = Rhonda Gowin
- Treasurer = Angie Smith
2023-2024 PTO Meeting Dates (All take place at 6:00 pm in the NES Library)
- 9/20/23
- 10/18/23
- 11/15/23
- 1/17/24
- 2/21/24
- 3/20/24
- 4/17/24
- 5/15/24
2023-2024 PTO Events
- Mother Son event will take place on January 14, 2024—more details will come.
- Daddy Daughter Dance will occur on February 18, 2024—more details will come.
- Santa Shop will visit NES from December 4 through December 8, 2023. Family night will take place on December 7th.
- NES Book Fair dates have not been finalized at this time. This event will take place sometime in 2024.
- NES Spring Fling will take place in March or April of 2024. More details will come.
SEPTEMBER SNAPSHOT and IMPORTANT DATES
2023-2024 Norwayne Color Calendar
- September 4, 2023 = No School (Labor Day)
- September 11, 2023 = No School (Fair Day)
- September 12, 2023 = No School for Students (Staff PD Day #1)
- September 13, 2023 = No School for Students (Staff PD Day #2)
- September 20, 2023 = PTO Meeting @ NES Library (6:00 pm)
- September 21, 2023 = 1st Parent Teacher Conferences @ NES (4:30 pm to 7:30 pm)
- September 22, 2023 = 2nd Grade Field Trip
- September 25, 2023 = Norwayne Local Schools Board Meeting @ NHS (4:00 pm)
- October 2, 2023 = NES Picture Day
- October 6, 2023 = 2nd and 7 Foundation Day with NHS Football Team and 2nd Grade
NES Parent Teacher Conferences
Have a great day!
Thursday, Sep 21, 2023, 04:30 PM
286 South Main Street, Creston, OH, USA
Tips for the Year from Mr. Sette
Transportation Department at NES
This month we want to welcome our new CDL drivers Nikki Wincek and Traci Meng! You'll be seeing Nikki in her new MicroBus and Traci on field trips or subbing for our route drivers. Welcome ladies!
Our routes are well underway and looking good. Our drivers have done some extra training on health related topics and bus safety over the past year to be better prepared for anything that may happen on their bus. We are proud of all the work and dedication I drivers put in to provide safe transportation.
Have a great school year!
If you have any questions, you may reach out to Lori Weinman (Transportation Coordinator) via email (lweinman@norwayne.net) or phone(330-435-1141)
Student Handbook Talking Points
DRESS CODE REMINDER
- Tank tops, muscle shirts, bare midriffs, or sleeveless shirts are NOT permitted. Also, socks are to be worn at ALL times, even with sandals.
2023-2024 NES BREAKFAST AND LUNCHES
Breakfast and Lunches for the 2023-2024 school year will no longer be free. Please be on the lookout for the monthly lunch menus once school begins. We will send a hard copy home as well as make them available online to view.
2023-2024 Breakfast and Lunch Prices
Breakfast = $2.50
Lunch = $3.00
Extra Items
Student Milk = $0.75
Pizza Per Slice (on pizza day) = $2.50
Main Dish Only = $2.50
NES Fall Picture Day
Pictures can be ordered by either filling out a physical order form that will be coming home with your child in the near future or by clicking the Online NES Order Form Link here.
Monday, Oct 2, 2023, 09:00 AM
286 South Main Street, Creston, OH, USA
VOLUNTEER UPDATES @ NES
Hello Bobcat Families,
We wanted to share some new information with everyone in regard to volunteers at NES. The district has recently moved to a new background check system (SecureVolunteer, a BIB product) for any and all volunteers in the building. For those of you who frequently visit the NES website, you may have noticed there is a new tab that can be found labeled "Volunteer". I have also linked the tab directly below. By clicking the link you will find information on the volunteer process which will answer many frequently asked questions. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.
Norwayne Local School Volunteering Website
VOLUNTEER PROCESS
The Norwayne School Board believes one of the greatest resources available may be found in the citizens of the community who have special knowledge and talents to contribute to the District. The use of citizens as volunteers within the school program enhances the educational process not only for students but for the community as well. Volunteers may provide additional support in the classroom, promote community-school cooperation in facilitating the learning process and provide for individuals who have expertise in various areas to be used as resource persons. While we are continually grateful for this support, we are also aware of the potential concerns that can arise when volunteers are working directly with students. The District notifies current and prospective volunteers who have or will have unsupervised access to children on a regular basis that a criminal records check may be conducted at any time. Norwayne Local Schools prioritizes safety for our students and has established a new volunteer process that includes a background check.
What is required?
A background check through the district’s online system will be required of all school volunteers.
How long does it take to process a background check?
Volunteers should apply for the check at least one week prior to an event.
What activities require a background check?
While this is not an exhaustive list, here are some examples that do or do not require a background check:
Background Check Required
Chaperoning a field trip
Providing learning support for a classroom
PTO volunteer work
Volunteering for a classroom celebration at school
Assisting in school during the instructional day
How much does a background check cost?
At this time, Norwayne Local Schools will be covering the cost of the required background checks for volunteers.
How long is a background check effective?
Background checks are good for three years. You will receive an email 30 days prior to expiration informing you that a new background check is needed.
***Norwayne Local Schools utilizes SecureVolunteer, a BIB (Background Investigation Bureau) product, for our background checks. Click the bar below to be taken to the SecureVolunteer website.
FINAL FORMS FOR 2023-2024
Parents can follow the link provided if they did not receive an email to begin the Final Forms process. We thank everyone for their patience as we transition to this online system.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our office.
SUBSTITUTES NEEDED
If you have ever thought to yourself how you can help children and be a part of such an amazing school system look no further. We are ALWAYS looking for substitutes for teaching and support staff positions. We encourage anyone seeking the opportunity to help the district to please get in contact with Mr. Sette or Mrs. McQuate so they can help direct you in the proper direction.
Tri-County ESC Substitute Website
ODE Teacher Substitute Requirements
2023-2024 SCHOOL FEES
AAUW / Kiwanis 2023 Book Sale
The annual AAUW / Kiwanis Book Sale, a huge sale of top quality used books, will be held September 26th to 30th. This is an outstanding opportunity for your students, staff and parents to get excellent books for adults and children for very little cost. All of the proceeds go either to youth projects in our community or for scholarships for women whose education was interrupted.
For more information view the flyer or click the linked below.
66th Annual AAUW / Kiwanis Used Book Sale
Thank you,
AAUW, Wooster Branch
Kiwanis Club of Wooster
Mr. Vince Sette
Email: visette@norwayne.net
Website: www.norwayne.net
Location: 286 South Main Street, Creston, OH, USA
Phone: 330-435-6383
Twitter: @NES_principaws