WILDCAT BI-WEEKLY Newsletter
Come Together! September 9, 2021
Mr. McIntosh, Principal of Upper Allen Elementary
The teachers will be offering two sessions tonight for Back to School Night.
- Session One: 6:00-6:30 This is a "live" in school session with the teachers. Please plan on arriving at least 10 minutes early .
- Session Two: 6:45-7:15 Teachers will be "Zooming" with parents. This virtual session is being offered to parents who are unable to make it in to school.
Back to School Night presents parents with a great opportunity to connect with the teacher and learn about the plans for the year ahead. The evening is not an appropriate time to conference with the teacher about individual students. Reminder: This is an "Adult Only" event. Please Remember to bring a mask as all guests will be expected to wear a mask when inside the school.
I hope to see all of our families attending one of the sessions this evening.
The background photo was taken in Mrs. Maloney's Second Grade Classroom the first week of school.
Wear Your Red, White and Blue! Friday September 10
The World Expo at Upper Allen Elementary
One of the strengths of Upper Allen Elementary is the diversity of its students and families. It may surprise you to learn that the parents of Upper Allen students are native to over 15 different countries speaking at least 10 different languages! Students have grandparents or great grandparents who migrated from lands far away. In addition, many students have ancestors who have lived in the US for many generations and still retain some of the traditions native to a particular country. Having such a diverse student population helps our students to value and gain appreciation for others who may look, talk or dress differently from them or their family.
Do you think you might want to help out with the World Expo at Upper Allen? Watch for flyers later in the month and future newsletters for more information.
Important Dates- new dates added weekly
Thursday, September 9 Back To School Night 6:-7:30 p.m. (Adults Only)
- Tuesday, September 14th PTO Meeting 7:00-8:00 Upper Allen Community Classroom
- Monday, September 27th Individual Student Picture Day
- Friday, October 8th Alternate Learning Day - Students will learn at home on this day.
- October 9th-11th Columbus Day Weekend - No School for Students
Upper Allen Elementary Drills
Each month students and staff participate in fire evacuation drills. Student practice what to do in the event of a real emergency requiring the evacuation of the building.
MASD schools practice secure in place and/or lockdown procedures when conducting a security drill. Schools are required to conduct one emergency drill within the first 90 calendar days of the school year in place of a fire drill and a second security drill during the second semester.
Upper Allen Elementary will be conducting emergency drills following these guidelines throughout the year. If you have specific questions about these drills, please consult the student handbook.
Mechanicsburg Elementary Weekend Food Bag Program
Mechanicsburg Area School District is privileged to offer a weekend food distribution program for families in need. The purpose of the program is to provide non-perishable, vitamin-fortified, and easy to prepare foods to children at times when school resources are not available, such as weekends and school vacations. Bags will include two breakfasts, two meals, and two snacks. The program is free of charge.
If your family is interested in receiving weekend food bags, please return the form below to Mrs. Padfield, school counselor (only one per family is needed).
Volunteers Needed:
We are in need of volunteers to pack food bags, and volunteers to pick the bags up from the Kindergarten Academy and deliver to Upper Allen. If you are interested in helping please contact Mrs. Padfield
A Message from Nurse Walker
A few reminders as we prepare for the school year.
Dentals Exams - Mandated for all students entering 3rd grade. We will accept dental exams from one year prior to the current 2021/22 school year. Please email, fax ( 717-691-2474) or drop off the completed forms at the beginning of the 2021/22 school year. Forms may be accessed via www.mbgsd.org or by the link below. These exams may be conducted by your private dentist or by the Mobile Dentist. The Mobile Dentist will be visiting MASD in the spring of 2022. Please contact your nurses if you would like to have your student seen by the Mobile Dentist.
Medication/Health Care Plans: If your student has any medication or emergency health care plan needs during the school year, please have the appropriate form(s) completed by their medical provider over the summer. Medications brought into school must have the prescription label attached as well as a written order by their medical provider. Medication orders and emergency care plans are required to be renewed every school year. Please make arrangements to have the medication and/or emergency plans to the nurse on or before 1st day of school.
All forms may be accessed via the district website www.mbgsd.org or by the link below.
PTO News
We are so excited to start planning activities and events for the 2021-2022 school year. Be sure to follow us on Facebook at Upper Allen Elementary PTO to stay up to date on meetings and events.
The PTO is a great way to get involved in the school- Join us!
First meeting is scheduled for September 14 from 7-8, we hope to see you there!
Around Our School
Benchmark Testing
Pre K - Miss Lee Welcomes Student
Goal Setting with First Graders
Miss Yoder Teaches First Grade Students to Paint Abstract Art
First Grader Adding Finishing Touches to Painting
First Grade Artists at Work
Mrs. Haraga Benchmark Testing
Second Grader Problem Solving in Miss Peti's Classroom
Welcome back Mrs. George to our Library
Sensory Path
The sensory path was designed by our Special Area Teachers.
The path provides opportunities for movement and exploration.
New elements will be added to the path as the year progresses.
21-22 District Calendar
https://4.files.edl.io/1541/06/09/21/171737-527effa3-493e-47e4-b4ee-982b354d7894.pdf
WANTED: GUEST TEACHERS and Cafeteria Aides
Guest Teacher: Mechanicsburg Area School District is pleased to announce an exciting program where you may be able to qualify as a Guest Teacher in our school district. Guest Teachers serve as substitute teachers in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. There are opportunities across all grade levels. https://www.applitrack.com/Mechanicsburg/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Teaching+Positions
Additional Information:
To learn more about becoming a Cafeteria Aide or a Guest Teacher, please visit our website at www.mbgsd.org,
Click on District Services, then choose Human Resources or contact Britny Hopkins, Human Resources Coordinator at 717-506-0863 or bhopkins@mbgsd.org.
Wildcat Bi-Weekly - Access and Info
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- Facebook: Newsletters are published on the Upper Allen PTO Facebook Page. This is also a great place to get PTO updates and to share and receive information.
- Twitter: Follow me on Twitter to receive the newsletter and other insights. John McIntosh @jmcintosh_john
Translation Feature
- Twitter added an easy to use translator located at the top right-hand side of the newsletter. Now you can read the newsletter in any language.
Locating "Old" Newsletters
- Newsletters are posted on the Upper Allen Web page and can be accessed at any time.
Feedback:
- Each year we try to improve the Wildcat B-Weekly as a tool to communicate with our families. We welcome your suggestions for improvement.
Upper Allen Elementary School
A Learning Community
Inspired to Explore - Empowered to Innovate
Email: jmcintosh@mbgsd.org
Website: https://upperallen.mbgsd.org/
Location: 1790 South Market Street
Phone: (717)691-4594
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Twitter: @jmcintosh_john