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Fireside Newsletter 5/5/2021
Stock Market Challenge
Congratulations to our Stock Market Game winners! Mrs. Flores' 4th Grade SCG class participated in the yearlong Stock Market Game through The Arizona Council on Economic Education. Students learned about economics and finance by collaborating on teams with a hypothetical $100k to initially invest in an online portfolio. Mrs. Flores' students placed in the top 3 teams for the "Grades 4-6 Division" and will be recognized via Zoom on May 11th by ACEE. All of Mrs. Flores' students have learned economic and financial concepts that they will use for the rest of their lives. Way to go, 4th graders!
Outdoor Concerts at Fireside
Bus Lane
Human Growth and Development
5th and 6th grade students who submitted permission slips will receive an email from IT alerting them that they have been added to the Human Growth and Development Google Classroom. Google classrooms have been created to contain both the current year and prior year Human Growth and Development material for those who would like to view both years' content.
The Google Classrooms will be live starting May 5th - May 12th.
School Site Council
Damaged Chromebooks
If your child has lost or damaged a device, please contact the school to reconcile your student's account. Below is a list of charges for current year (20-21) device returns.
Specific Damage Cost for Families
Key(s) Missing: $20
Screen: $50
Full Damage: $150
Adapter (Charger): $20
Community Education Summer School
Reminder: Wednesdays are early release days every week
School begins at 8:45am and ends at 12:30pm.
21-22 Kindergarten Registration is Open!
Kindergarten registration for the 21-22 school year is open! Please share this information with friends or family interested in joining us at Fireside.
The Registration packet is available as a fillable form. Click here: Registration Packet
Once you have completed the forms, print them and sign where indicated. Then drop them off at the front office along with the following documents:
Student’s original birth certificate (we will make a copy).
Student’s proof of immunizations
Your proof of residence.
If you have any questions, you may email doswanson@pvschools.net
School Tours
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508044EAAA928ABFD0-fireside1
Arizona State Testing
Please save the dates. Arizona State Testing has been scheduled. Please mark your calendars for the dates below.
Fourth Grade
5/4: Reading 1
5/4: Math 1
5/6: Reading 2
5/6: Math 2
Fifth Grade
5/4: Reading 1
5/4: Math 1
5/6: Reading 2
5/6: Math 2
Sixth Grade
5/4: Reading 1
5/4: Math 1
5/6: Reading 2
5/6: Math 2
PVConnect students not testing in person will engage in asynchronous learning days.
PvConnect Parents have two testing options to choose from for their children:
Testing with the class in the classroom on the days of in-person testing or
Testing after school in groups of up to 20 with other PVConnect students
From Our Student Council
PTO Information
Volunteers Needed!
Fireside PTO is planning the calendar of events for the 2021-2022 school year. Join our team of volunteers! We have a variety of opportunities available. Co-chairing is welcome, so grab a friend! :)
The available events and committees are listed below. Some of these descriptions can be found on our website at: https://firesidepto.membershiptoolkit.com/volunteer
Year Book Team
Book Fair Team
Spirit Wear Team
Kindergarten Roundup
Boohoo Breakfast
Back to School Event
Talent Show
After School Treats
Bingo Night
Hospitality Team Leader
Birthday Bags Teacher Appreciation
Special Areas Teacher Appreciation
Teacher Appreciation 1/2 day lunches
Conference Dinners
If you have questions or would like more info on any of the committees email president@firesidepto.com
ORDER BY JUNE 15, 2021 FOR BEST PRICING AND FREE SHIPPING.
Fireside Elementary School offers the EduKit program as a convenient option for busy families to order school supplies for the upcoming school year. EduKits include the supplies approved by your school.
Your student's order will be in the classroom on the first day of school.
Extended ordering is available from June 16 - July 05 for an additional fee and will be delivered to your home shortly before school begins.
You may choose between headphones and earbuds if they are required for your grade. Please select the best option for you.
Old Information (but still valuable)
Masks
- Masks will be required at all times once on campus property (including sidewalks, common areas, buildings, etc).
- Exceptions include only designated lunch time in the cafeteria, designated snack time during second recess outside, under teacher direction during PE class outside, and under teacher direction when playing instruments during band class.
- Neck gaiters, bandanas and valve masks are not allowed as MCDPH has identified these as less effective. (See MCDPH Not All Masks Are Created Equal).
Students should bring more than one mask to campus and keep the extra(s) in their backpack
All masks should be labeled with the students first and last name
If a student is not wearing a mask or is not wearing a mask properly:
The first time, the classroom teacher will issue a disposable mask if needed to the student and email the parent. The teacher will re-teach mask expectations.
The second time, the classroom teacher will issue a disposable mask if needed to the student and email the parent. School administration and/or the school nurse will re-teach mask expectations. The school principal will email the parent addressing the concern.
The third time, the classroom teacher will issue a disposable mask if needed to the student and the student will be referred to the front office. The student may be directed to PVConnect learning from home. PVOnline will be considered upon parent request and space availability.
Parents will be asked to pick their child up from school within one hour.
Disciplinary action may be issued or the student may be directed to PVConnect learning from home. PVOnline will be considered upon parent request and space availability.
Please use the following link to access PVUSD Policy: Student Dress Code Addendum - Face Cloth Mask
This is consistent with Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) Face Covering Guidance as they are requiring face masks to be worn both inside and outside on schools campuses.
Social Emotional Learning at Fireside
Each morning teachers check in with students during morning circle time. During our morning check in, students are able to complete a “how are you feeling” form. The response to this form is forwarded to our social emotional school counselor, Megan Gilligan who will contact the parents of all students who indicate that they are having a bad day or need help. In addition, parents and students are able to refer students using this link: Social Emotional Support Request Form
PV Assist
COVID Student Chromebook Replacement Costs for K-8 Students
All Fireside students are able to check out a chromebook from school.
Beginning in March of 2020, students were issued district Chromebooks and agreed to return the equipment to PVUSD in the condition that it was given. Parents/Guardians accepted responsibility for this equipment during the checkout period and agreed that they will be held personally liable if it is lost, stolen or damaged. Students will be charged the actual cost of replacement if the Chromebook and charger aren’t returned with only normal wear and tear. See below for replacement cost:
Replacement Cost for Chromebook $150
Replacement Cost for Charger (Adapter) $20
PV Schools Reopening Plan
For the most up to date information from the district, please visit the PVUSD website at:
https://www.pvschools.net/reopening
This website includes the prepared plan, reopening criteria, a link to the Maricopa County Dashboard, and a summary of supports for families.
Critical Updates
Annual Update: Please Complete the Annual Update Online. Use the following link to access a smartcard with instructions: Annual Update Instructions
Fireside Elementary School
At Fireside Elementary we are Safe, Positive, Appropriate, Responsible, and Kind!
Website: https://www.pvschools.net/schools/fireside-elementary/home
Location: 3725 East Lone Cactus Drive, Phoenix, AZ, USA
Phone: 602-449-4700