Cottonwood News
April 22, 2016
Cottonwood PTO Non-A-Thon
You and the students did it!!!!!!!!! Your generosity raised a little over $10,500. THANK YOU! Come back next week to see Mrs. Rooks and Brinkley with some new hair :)
Summer is around the corner
Spring Track is Back!
As you know, Cottonwood shares the parking lot with the District Stadium. During track season, AHS, ACHS and AMS host league track meets. This means that parking/traffic may be difficult during dismissal. Track meets start at 3:00 p.m. If at all possible, please plan on having your child ride the bus home. If your child must be a car rider on track meet days, please pay extra attention to the staff members directing traffic and follow their instructions. We will try our best to get you home quickly and safely.
Mark your calendars for May 2nd and May 9th as District Track Meet Days.
2ND Grade said THANK YOU for helping with Kernal King Popcorn!
From the Counselor--April is Careers Month
Counselor Time-In April we will be studying careers in all grade levels.
On Wednesday, May 4th we will have the annual all district 3rd grade career fair. If you are interested in coming to talk about your career please let me know.
If you need any additional support or have questions –please contact me.
Marcie Faust-CES Counselor, NCC, LPC-316-218-4620 ext 2 faustm@usd385.org
Summer Opportunities
If you are looking for summer programs here is what is available so far. We will continue to update this list as we hear of opportunities. You can also check the school website and look on Peachjar.
Our list of tutors--
Tammy Brumfield-brumfiet@usd385.org
Marla Camacho-316-613-9338 or camachom@usd385.org
Wanda Lewis-316-655-9375 –she will be doing tutoring and possibly a girl book club.
Summer Camps and Programs
- Camp Invention-Science Camp-Martin Elem. Contact Nellie Hill
- Camp S.M.A.R.T.-Successful Math and Reading Thinkers-Prairie Creek Elem. School-contact Karen Hayden haydenk@usd385.org
- All- Star Reading-Meadowlark Elem. School-contact-Cami Kasel at kaselc@usd385.org, Alexis Kamman at kammana@usd385.org, or call Meadowlark at 218-4630.
- Summer Reading Skills Program-Kansas State University-call 18005708936
- Reading Skills and Speed Reading Programs for adults and children-contact-18005708936
- The Ultimate Summer Boot Camp-- 4th and 5th Grade (incoming only) Exercise and learning at WES. Email Mr. Hesterman hestermank@usd385.org
From the Nurse's Office--Mrs. Whiddon and Mrs. Tauke
They are truly a school nurses "lifesaver."
From the Library--Mrs. Ohlund
Just an FYI--Last Day for students to check out books will be May 13th. All books should be returned by May 18th.
Students in grades 3, 4 and 5 who have read the required William Allen White books were invited to a pizza and movie party on Friday, April 22nd. We are very proud of those 37 students who read six or more books from the WAW list.
We are working on a project and need your help. We are in need of Velveeta Cheese boxes and any wax paper, plastic wrap, aluminum foil sized boxes. We could use the tube from them as well. We will share our projects when they are complete.
Peachjar
Our schools are transitioning from printed fliers and to a new “electronic backpack” system starting March 31. Each school has its own online backpack where school information, calendars, activity information from enrichment providers, and school letters will be posted. https://www.peachjar.com/index.php?a=28&b=138®ion=78035
We are working with Peachjar on this new system. Once implemented, just go to the front page of our school website and click on the orange Peachjar e-flier button to check it out.
No action is required on your part. You will receive a welcome email from Peachjar that includes a username and password. This is provided to give you the opportunity to manage your account and flyer delivery preferences. You do not need to log in to receive or view school e-fliers.
This system is used exclusively for distribution of school-approved fliers. Your email address will not be shared or used for any other purpose.
More information about this initiative is available on the district website under the Parents Tab. Thank you for your support!
Communication
School website: http://andover1.gabbartllc.com/
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/CottonwoodElementary
PTO Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cottonwoodelementarypto/
Andover Twitter: https://twitter.com/AndoverSchools
Cottonwood Twitter: https://twitter.com/CottonwoodElem
Teacher Facebook pages:
Mrs. Brackeen https://www.facebook.com/MrsBrackeen/?fref=ts
Mrs. Highfill https://www.facebook.com/highfill2nd/?fref=ts
Mrs. Plank https://www.facebook.com/Mrs-Planks-Fourth-Grade-1490196337947267/?fref=ts
Mrs. Rich https://www.facebook.com/emmonsa/?fref=ts
Mrs. Kindle https://www.facebook.com/kindle2014/?fref=ts
Mrs. Hachen https://www.facebook.com/HachenHighlights/?fref=ts
Mrs. Wilson https://www.facebook.com/Wilsonart2015/?fref=ts
Ms. Wright https://www.facebook.com/wrightces/?fref=ts
Mrs. Burrus https://www.facebook.com/burrust/?fref=ts
I also try to call home on School Messenger once a month to share upcoming activities and highlights and of course our Smore newsletter. If you have suggestions on how to help communicate our learning and teaching, please don't hesitate to e-mail me rookss@usd385.org
Cottonwood Sonic Night
Thursday, Apr 28, 2016, 05:00 PM
Sonic, North Andover Road, Andover, KS, United States
NO SCHOOL
Friday, Apr 29, 2016, 08:00 AM
Andover Public Schools, North Andover Road, Andover, KS, United States
Prairie Fire 5K
Sunday, May 1, 2016, 07:30 AM
Downtown Wichita
The Truck Stops Here
Sunday, May 1, 2016, 12:00 PM
Kellogg and Andover Road
Staff Appreciation Week
Monday, May 2, 2016, 08:00 AM
Cottonwood Elementary School, North Andover Road, Andover, KS, United States
BOE Awards and Retirement Night
Monday, May 2, 2016, 07:00 PM
Andover Central Middle School, East Central Avenue, Andover, KS, United States
3rd grade COWS (Careers on Wheels)
Wednesday, May 4, 2016, 09:00 AM
Cottonwood Elementary School, North Andover Road, Andover, KS, United States
STEAM Day (All grades)--Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math
Thursday, May 5, 2016, 09:00 AM
Cottonwood Elementary School, North Andover Road, Andover, KS, United States
Kindergarten Visitation
15-16 Kindergarteners get the day off
Friday, Apr 22, 2016, 09:00 AM
Cottonwood Elementary School, North Andover Road, Andover, KS, United States
2nd Grade Eye Dissection
Hachen 1:50-2:20
Highfill 2:30-3:00