Rowayton Elementary School
October 23, 2022
I am grateful to all of our families for your support and understanding during the "swatting" hoax events on Friday. The safety of your children is our priority. I commend our staff for responding quickly and being cautious throughout the day. We look forward to rescheduling our concert for another date.
Rowayton Celebrated at BOE Meeting
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Important Guidelines for the Pumpkin Parade
Pumpkin Parade
The parade will begin at 2:30 on Friday, October 28 on our school field. Students will begin to gather at 2:15. Students will march around the field similar to the Walk A Thon. Families are encouraged to gather around the perimeter of the field for viewing.
Early Pick Up
If you would like to take your child home immediately from the parade, please follow these steps.
· Indicate in Pick Up Patrol by Thursday, October 27 that your child will be early dismissal on Friday, October 28. Any instructions input after this date will not be reported in time to prepare. Students with early dismissal will take their backpacks and belongings outside for the parade. If you do not indicate early dismissal by the October 27 deadline, you will have to pick up from the main office.
· After the parade, find a staff member with a clip board for your child’s grade level. Staff members will be stationed around the field with clipboards showing the grade level they can assist. Siblings can be signed out at a single grade level.
· Be prepared to present your child’s name, teacher, and ID to the staff member. You will be asked to complete the sign out sheet
If your child’s class has re-entered the building, you will have to report to the main office for pick up.
Fundraiser
Fifth grade parents will be hosting a fundraiser following the parade. Please see details below.
Costumes
The PTA arranges a costume donation each year to provide costumes for students in need. If you do not want your child to wear or receive a costume, please be sure to tell your child’s classroom teacher. If you would like to donate a costume or volunteer to help, please see the directions below.
Wearing a Costume to School: Please make sure that costumes worn to school allow students to participate in the regular school day (including recess, lunch, and using the bathroom). Any accessories or costume masks should be kept in backpacks or bags until it is time for the parade.
Bringing a Costume to School: Students may wear clothing that will fit under their costume and bring the costume to school. We are asking that students be prepared to independently put on their costumes over their clothing. Costumes should be labeled and packed in backpacks or bags.
Wearing Fall Themed Attire: Students may come to school dressed in orange and black or any fall inspired attire. Students may wear these outfits for the parade, costumes are not required.
Costume Guidelines: Please avoid very scary masks or costumes that may frighten young children. We want this day to be enjoyable for all of our students. Please do not send children to school with any accessories that resemble a weapon.
*Kindergarten parents will receive a separate communication from your child’s teacher regarding costume guidelines for that day
Monday, October 31
Classrooms can host celebrations or festive activities. Students can dress in anything festive, but please no costumes that day.
Costumes Needed for Parade Day
The Rowayton Parade is almost here! We need your help in collecting extra costumes so every child that wants to dress up has the opportunity to do so. Please sign up to donate specific sized new or gently used costumes and or come in the morning of the parade to help be a personal stylist!! All donations are welcome signed up for or not and can be dropped off in the labeled box at the front entrance of the school!
Let's GLOW!
Just in time for Halloween, 5th Grade parents will be selling LED light-up accessories on Friday October 28th!! You can purchase on the field after the Halloween parade AND after school at the front entrance and kindergarten playground.
Bracelets, Jelly and Flashlight Rings will be $2 each.
Light-up Glasses, Flower Headbands, and Fiber Optic Wands will be $5 each.
Cash is preferred. Please contact Kimmi DeKlyn with any questions 503-507-3524
Silent Disco hosted by Rowayton's PTA
It’s that time of year when the parents of Rowayton School get to finally have fun of their own (21+).
Join us on November 11th from 7pm to 11pm at the Shore & Country Club for a Silent Disco. Remember to DRESS YOUR GENRE to this event where three dueling DJs spinning different genres will compete for your attention. Special pricing of $100 per person through November 4th includes all the fun, food and drinks for the night. Prices goes up November 5th.
This event was the talk of the town the last time we had it. So be sure to get your tickets and secure your spots!
Save the Date!
Important Upcoming Dates
Thursday, October 27: Wear Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness
Friday, October 28: Pumpkin Parade at 2:30
Monday, October 31: Early Dismissal and Classroom Celebrations
November 7: Math Wizards Assembly for Grades K-3
November 10: Student Dress Up Day - Dress your Favorite Genre of Music
November 17: Picture Make Up Day