The Trailblazer
"Give us 180 days and we'll learn our way around the world"
January 2017 / Volume 5
Park Trails Elementary School
Email: Russell.Schwartz@browardschools.com
Website: parktrails.browardschools.com
Location: 10700 Trails End, Parkland, Florida 33076
Phone: 754 322-7800
Twitter: @ParkTrailsES
Park Trails Attendance Line 754 322-7802
Broward County Homework Hotline 754 322-1970 4 PM-8 PM
Rumor Control Hotline 754 321-0321
Dates to Remember
January 12 - Early Release Day - Dismissal 12:15 pm
January 13 - Employee Planning - No school for students
January 16 - Schools & Administrative Offices Closed
January 23 - SAC Meeting - 2:30 pm in the Media Center
Park Trails Community,
Welcome Back!!! Hopefully everyone had a great start to 2017. It is my wish that we all have a year filled with happiness and good health!!!
Although the school year is flying by, we are seeing our Park Trails students make significant progress and growth. The hard work put in by each of our students, teachers, and parents is paying off and is evidenced as we review our data.
Please be sure to stay connected with Park Trails via our regularly updated website www.parktrails.browardschools.com. We are @ParkTrailsES on Instagram and Twitter. Additionally, always feel free to contact us at school by stopping in or calling 754-322-7800.
Have a wonderful start to the new year!!!
Sincerely,
Mr. Russell Schwartz
Principal
Volunteers
To apply on-line go to www.browardschools.com/getinvolved. Volunteers must always sign in before going to their assignments. Younger children are not allowed to accompany parents on the volunteer's activities in the school.
Cafeteria Prepayment Schedule - January
Full Paid - Ice Cream - -4 days @ $0.65 = $ 2.60 / Reduced - Ice Cream @ $0.65 = $2.60
Full Paid - Icie (Friday) -2 days @ $0.50 = $ 1.00 / Reduced - Icie - - - - - @ $0.50 = $1.00
Monthly breakfast and lunch menus can be found online at http://browardschools.nutrislice.com
Children bringing their lunch to school should include straws, napkins, and utensils, as the cafeteria does not provide these.
Early Dismissal Policy
No Student will be called for early dismissal after 1:45 PM as teachers are culminating the day's activities, assigning or clarifying homework and preparing for dismissal. Additionally, students do not need to miss any more school time than absolutely necessary. Please arrive prior to 1:45 PM if early dismissal is necessary.
Counselor's Corner - By: Jane Steiner, School Counselor
During the month of January, the character trait highlighted is RESPECT. I will be reading Stand Tall Molly Lou Melon by Patty Levell. Students who are chosen to represent their class for showing respect will be highlighted on the morning announcements show and receive a certificate at the end of the month.
Click the link below to read the district's Character Education newsletter:
http://www.browardprevention.org/instructional-strategies/character/curriculum-2/primary/
Click the link below to access Character Education videos for children:
http://www.browardprevention.org/instructional-strategies/character/video-gallery-2/
Our school will be celebrating No Name Calling Week 1/16-1/20. Thank you Student Council for creating activities for everyone to enjoy!
During the month of January, it is a great time to discuss 2017 goals with your family. What are your family goals? Have everyone share personal and/or academic goals for the remainder of the school year.
SAC Meeting
We are looking for new members to join the Student Advisory Council. Please contact Mrs. Kager at catherine.kager@browardschools.com if you have any questions.
Monday, Jan 23, 2017, 02:30 PM
10700 Trails End, Parkland, FL
Broward Gifted Advisory Council Meeting-7 PM
January 18
February 15
March 15
April 19
May 17