CHES Weekly Snapshot 12/5-12/9
Building Bright Futures
Message from the Principal
Good Afternoon CHES families,
Thank you to those families that have already completed the Building Ranks survey! Until December 10, 2022, CCPS will continue giving this survey to parents, staff, students (grades 3-12), and community partners. We look forward to continuing to partner with you in improving our school culture. We greatly value your thoughts. Here is the link to the survey: https://buildingranks.nassp.org/client/app.html#/courses/nassp/100004/survey?surveyToken=4cfaa120-eb42-425b-abe3-74422a827df6
Inclusive Schools Week!!!
Feel free to have your children join us in celebrating dress up days as we approach winter break! Calendar here!
Dec. 5-
Dec. 6- Hip Hop 2:15
Dec. 7- 2nd gr. program 8:10-9 a.m.; Donations due for 12 Days until Winter Break
Dec. 8- 2nd gr. program 8:10-9 a.m. ; 2nd gr. program 6:00 p.m.
Dec. 9-
December 10th- PTA Silent Auction!!!
A photographer from Strawbridge Studios will be at CHES on December 12th to photograph your Fall Retake or make up pictures.
Photo retakes-This link will allow parents to sign up to receive updates via email regarding their child's school portraits. These updates include promotions, additional deals and the ability to order more pictures at a later time. When entering student information, parents should be sure to enter the student's name as it is on file at the school.
There is no charge or need to repurchase a package if they are getting a retake.
๐ **Save the date! International Night will be held Feb. 2, 2023! Mark your calendars and be on the lookout for more information in the coming months
Reminders ๐
Please send in a written note when making transportation changes. It is a reminder for the teachers to have the note.
- If you need to pick up your student early from school, we ask that you please plan on coming no later than 1:45 and to please keep end of day office dismissals to urgent matters.
- If you would like to have lunch with your child, we ask that you please sign up for a lunch slot on the sign up genius. If there are no slots available, please choose a different date where there is availability. We have added more slots to the SignUpGenius. Feel free to share the Sign up Genius with any grandparents that would like to visit as well. They too need to sign up for a lunch time slot and they may be unaware. Please note: there is a maximum of 2 visitors per child. Please only use ONE sign up slot per child. You will be asked how many visitors will be joining. If you make a mistake with your sign up, please email Mrs. Holt (amanda_holt@ccpsnet.net) so she can update the sign-up sheet.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F094CAFAD2AAAFA7-ches
PTA News! ๐ฐ
Thank you to everyone who contributed to the class baskets!
We want to spoil our teachers with special surprises as we head into winter break. Please take a moment to consider signing up to donate something on this list: Items are due to school no later than December 7th. Parent sign up for 12 day give away
>> Join the PTA
Holiday Shopping at CHES!
- Silent Auction, Dec. 9-10: The annual CHES Silent Auction is online Dec. 9-10. Set up your auction account today to bid! Add to Calendar
- Elf Shop, Dec. 14-16: CHES students may visit the Elf Shop during school hours to purchase holiday gifts. Look out for more info coming home with your child this week or visit the PTA website.
- Holiday House, Dec. 15: Holiday House is Dec. 15, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at CHES. Enjoy evening Elf Shop hours, our Build-a-Clover Cow activity, and hot cocoa! Add to Calendar
- Volunteer at the Elf Shop - school and evening hours available!
Chuy's Spirit Day, Dec. 15
Enjoy Chuy's on Thursday, Dec. 15, anytime between 11am - 8pm and a portion will be donated to CHES PTA. Be sure to show this image or use the code "CLOVER" if ordering online. Add to Calendar
Winter After School Enrichment opportunities will be shared in early January, including Mad Science, Focus Sports Basketball, Art Factory, and Chess RVA.
Volunteer Opportunities:
- Science Fair Committee
- Elf Shop Helper
- "12 Days" Teacher Treat Signup
- Cafeteria Helper signup form
- WatchDOGS Volunteer
- Volunteer for an event or committee
Helpful Links:
Information for Rising 6th Graders 6๏ธโฃ
If you have a rising 6th grader attending Tomahawk Creek Middle School next year, please click this flyer for information. Thursday, May 3rd there will be an opportunity for your child to walk through Tomahawk Creek Middle School. More information to come!
Chromebook Updates! ๐ป
Lost, damaged or stolen chromebooks will have a charge of up to $200. Accidental damages to a chromebook will still be swapped out at no charge.
Chargers
You can purchase a lost charger from Amazon (Lenovo 100e Charger). It is HIGHLY recommended that all students put their names on their chargers with masking tape to avoid losing a charger amongst the class. If the charger is not working, it will be replaced by the school at no cost.
Transportation ๐ ๐ถ๐ฝโโ๏ธ๐ด๐ฟโโ๏ธ ๐
๐ข IMPORTANT INFORMATION & REMINDERS:
- If you are dropping your student off in the mornings, please know that 2 orange cones will be placed in the driveway around 7:42 or 7:43 when there is a break in traffic so that we can get students to class by 7:45 when the tardy bell rings. We ask that you DO NOT drive through the cones for the safety of your child and others. If the cones are up, please drive around the front loop and park. You must walk your child into the building to receive a tardy slip. We also ask that you remain in your vehicle to allow for the line to continue to run smoothly.
- If you pick your child up in the afternoons in the car rider line, please remain in your vehicle. Staff or safety patrols will help your child into the vehicle. If you need to buckle your child, please pull forward so we can continue loading cars safely and efficiently.
Car Rider Information: ๐
If your child is going to be a car rider in the afternoon daily, we ask that you fill out the form below as soon as possible so that we have the correct information and can provide you with a car rider pass. In order to have a car rider pass, this form MUST be filled out first.
Please click on the link: Car Rider Registration
Walker/ Biker Information: ๐ถ๐ฝโโ๏ธ๐ด๐ฟโโ๏ธ
If your child is going to WALK or BIKE TO/FROM SCHOOL, please fill out this form:Walker / Biker Registration
Bus Information: ๐
Parents may access their own studentโs routing information by logging into e-Link, using their studentsโ ID# and birthdate. e-Link directions for parents, including a video, may be found on the Transportation webpage CCPS Transportation page Click on โMy Stopโ
Cafeteria and Clinic Updates ๐ฝ ๐ค
Come in and have lunch with your child! Sign up HERE!.
Below you will find links for a letter from the food dietitian regarding allergies, information regarding an Individualized Healthcare Plan, and a Food Allergy Food Modification Medical Statement. Please do not hesitate to reach out to Matilde Badillo (our nurse) or Suzanne Sears (cafeteria manager) if you have further questions.
Navigating COVID 2022-23 ๐ค
Nominate a Game Changer ๐ฉ๐ฝโ๐ซ
Do you know a CHES staff member who stands out for being kind, thoughtful or helpful? Does your child have an amazing teacher? Want to recognize a Food and Nutrition Services staff at CHES for being top notch?
Consider submitting a nomination for the Superintendentโs Game Changers Award!
If you would like to recognize a CHES Game Changer who has gone above and beyond, simply complete the nomination form at bit.ly/2020-21GameChangers. (Please know that your comments may be shared publicly as the recognition occurs.)
Game Changer nominations are due by the close of business on the 21st of each month.
CCPS News ๐
This weekโs Friday Family Update includes information and resources to help families on these topics:
Read information on the Family Resource Hub to see our new look and learn more about the resources listed above.
Clover Hill Elementary
Email: ches_mail@ccpsnet.net
Website: https://mychesterfieldschools.com/ches/
Location: 5700 Woodlake Village Parkway, Midlothian, VA, USA
Phone: 804-739-6220
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CloverHillES
Twitter: @cloverhilles