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Eastvalley Elementary School
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May 2009
Eastvalley Odyssey of the Mind team
wins 5th Place at State Competition!
Marlene Kassens, Co-President
770-579-5576
[email protected]
Tammy Feilmeier, Co-President
770-973-3923
[email protected]
The Eastvalley
Pledge
On our wings,
We pledge to do our best,
In our country and in our school.
We fly beyond the common,
Being respectful to all people,
In all we do at Eastvalley.
Look
Inside
Honoring Our
Hero’s
101 Dalmations
Field Day Notice
Foundation Update
Eastvalley Elementary School
2570 Lower Roswell Road
Marietta, GA 30067
770-578-7214
National School of Excellence
On Saturday, April 4th, an Odyssey of the Mind team from Eastvalley competed in Columbus, Georgia at the State Finals competition. The team placed
5th in their division overall. Way to go! For this event, 3rd graders Mason
Favro, Christopher Block, Maggie Fleming, Alex Hoberg and Stephanie Gardiner comprised the winning team. Even more amazing is the fact that this
team placed 1st in the State in "Spontaneous" -- a judged element that challenges team members to produce quick, clever, on-the-spot problem solving.
Not an easy task for anyone!
Congrats on a job well done! We are very proud of you!
VOLUNTEER NEEDED
FOR NEXT YEAR’S EAGLE EYES NEWSLETTER
GRAPHIC DESIGNER OR LAYOUT PERSON NEEDED! Volunteer position
to handle the “layout” portion of this newsletter needed for the 2009-2010 school
year. Some Microsoft Publisher or other graphic design software experience
helpful. Please contact: Sue Larsen if you are interested….
770-565-9650 or [email protected].
Karen Wacker, Principal
For more information, visit our school website: www.EastvalleyElementary.com
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From the Principal
May 2009
Dear Eastvalley Families,
Wow! Where did the year go? Last year at this time, I didn’t even know that I would be the
principal at Eastvalley (or anywhere). I have loved this year because it has helped me grow as
a person and as a leader. I thank you each for the pleasure of serving you and your children
every day.
* Summer is a time to relax, spend time with friends and family and enjoy a break from the routine of
school. However, it is not a time to give up on practicing the skills that were learned in school. Just as
practicing sports or a musical instrument must be done on a continual basis to show improvement, academic
skills must be practiced. You don't need to bring home flashcards or workbooks to help kids keep this
year's hard won school skills alive and well. The big idea is to look for playful ways to build reading, writing and math into their everyday activities.
So, please read the following tips on keeping those skills sharp over the break:
*Books are not the only route- the object is to develop their appetite for reading- try magazines, comic
books or even the newspaper. Find your child’s interest and work from there.
*Many craft activities also help kids develop the fine motor skills they need for writing. Practicing letters
over and over is not always the most productive way to gain those skills.
*Almost any game can be used for strengthening math skills. Whether you're playing catch or Monopolyget you child involved in keeping score...may take longer- but it's worth it
*Some games even help with spelling (Boggle comes to mind) but instead of scoring with the usual point
system-change scorekeeping to match your child's needs and abilities. For example, if your child need to
work on the 5 or 7 times table-give each letter that value and have your child "skip" count by that numberit's a great way to practice multiplication tables. That way you are working on more than one academic
skill in one game.
*Every day, take the dollars and change out of your purse/wallet. Have your child count the money. Have
them make change for an item you “purchase” from the kitchen.
The intent here is to have fun and your child will not even know they are working on their skills!!
I do wish each and every Eastvalley a safe and happy summer. We’ll see you on August 10.
Karen Wacker
CONGRATULATIONS TO THIS YEAR’S
‘HONORING OUR HEROES’ CONTEST WINNERS!
Congratulations to Avery Hawkins (Kindergarten), Alex
McKiethen (Second Grade), and Trevor Hawkins (Grade 4) for
their winning entries in this year’s Honoring Our Heroes Contest.
Avery honored her Dad; Trevor, his Grandmother; and Alex, her
mom. A lot of thought and emotion went into each of these children’s entries. Very well done!
Avery Hawkins: Kindergarten/Mrs. Savage, , Trevor Hawkins: Fourth/
Ms. Hastedt, Alex McKiethen: Second/Mrs. Henderson
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For more information, visit our Eastvalley PTA website: www.eastvalleypta.org
May 2009
Prezadas famílias da Eastvalley,
Wow! O ano tem passado rápido! A esta época no ano passado eu nem sabía que sería a diretora de Eastvalley (ou
de outra escola). Este ano tem me ajudado muito a crescer como pessoa e como lider. Agradeço a cada um pelo
prazer de servir à você e sua criança.
Verão é a época de descansar, visitar amigos e familías e aproveitar o tempo livre. Porém, não devemos deixar de praticar as
habilidades aprendidas durante o ano escolar. Assim como praticar esportes ou música são importantes, praticar as atividades
académicas também é importante. Podemos praticar estas habilidades não somente com livros didáticos ou cadernos, mas com
idéias que possam usar atividades diárias e divertidas relacionadas com matemática, leitura, e escrita. Tudo isto para ajuda-los a
não perder todo seu esforço de aprendigem durante o ano escolar.
Estas são algumas sugestões para continuar desenvolvendo estas habilidades:
•
Livros não é a única maneira de melhorar a leitura, ofereça revistas, livros em quadrinhos ou jornais. Encontre o que
interessa a seu filho(a).
• Algumas atividades de artesanatos ajudam a desenvolver a coordenação motora em escritura. Pratique escrever as letras
repetidamente.
• Quase todos os jogos podem ser usados para fortificar as habilidades de matemática, se esta jogando cartas ou monopoly,
envolva sua criançaa e peça para ele(a) fazer a contagem dos pontos- talvez leve algum tempo, porém vale a pena.
• Alguns jogos ajudam com soletrar(Boogle por exemplo) porém ao invez de contar os pontos da maneira convencional,
ultilize a maneira que ajuda ao que sua criança necessita. Por exemplo, se você esta usando a tabela de multplicar 5 ou 7 com as
letras, troque para números, isto dará oportunidade à seu filho(a) praticar a multiplicação. Desta maneira estará praticando mais
de uma habilidade.
Todos os dias retire as cédulas e moedas de sua carteira, mostre à seu filho(a) e peça para ele(a) contar. Ele pode “comprar” algo
de sua cozinha para ter a oportunidade de usar trôco.
A intenção de tudo isto é se divertir com sua criança sem que ele(a) perceba que esta trabalhando em suas habilidades!!
Desejoà todos da Eastvalley um verão feliz e saudável. Nos veremos no dia 10 de Agôsto.
Karen Wacker
Look Who's Talking
Books Kids for April 2009
KINDERGARTEN
Hector Escobar
Andrew O'Connor
Ben Baker
Jackson Tucker
Jordan Whipple
Justin Jordana
FIRST GRADE
Terajae Woolen
Dana Dorman
Jillian Allen
Juliette Muller
Brenden Crump
THIRD GRADE
Charlie Zimmerman
Luke Cary
Shannon Stewart
Nicholas Aluisy
Yago Sivirino
Cleydsen Ribiero
FOURTH GRADE
Mason Stewart
Quinn Phillpotts
Ada Dildar
Jeremy Smith
SECOND GRADE
Donovan Fitzgerald
Lokranjaw Lakshmikanthan
Luan Cosmo
Andrei Edwards
Shun Cunningham
Austin Hansen
FIFTH GRADE
Nicholas Cuneo
Christine Kraybill
Caleb Jacobs
Niki Mananadhar
MULTI-AGE: Katlyn Lewis
For more information, visit our school website: www.EastvalleyElementary.com
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May 2009
Grade
PreK
K
K
K
K
K
K
1
Dylan Fine
Natalie Pineda
Sydney Spessard
Avery Hawkins
DeShaun Pate
John Bunch
Zaedin Salerno
Layne Smith
Good Manners/Sweet
Diligence
Respect for learning
Cooperation
A helpful friend
Determination
Cooperation/Self Control
Good Manners/Follows Directions
Jaidyn Rhodes
Cami Brown
Friendly
Responsibility
1
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
McClellan
O’MearaPitoniak
Shapiro
Winslett
Greenfield
Henderson
Klueter
Moot
Osburn
Sloan
Amon
Baker
Barrett
Loic Orjoux
Anna Marie Shetty
Soliel Moffett
Andrew Long
Daniel Jackson
Annie Freeman
Lydia Seremba
Gilberto Rodriguez
Brady Phillips
Anthony Sprigle
Joseph Gleeson
3
3
Branham
Hoffmeister
Paige Nicholas
Pablo Melo
Helpful to others
Generosity/Sharing
Friendly, Patient, Respectful
Responsible
Trustworthiness
Cooperation
Enthusiastic/Good Listener
Kind
Commitment
Enthusiastic and Friendly
Improved Friendship, Improved
Responsibility
Kindness
Helpfulness
4
4
4
4
5
5
5
Hastedt
Kraeger
Swafford
Volk
CoMo
Davis
Grierson
Trina TonNu
Evan Greenbaum
Briana Pirtle
Sofia Rodriguez
Barbie Ozkan
Benaiah Franklin
Amna Madesko
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Dalton
Luis Angel
MultiMultiAge
Orr
Katie Norris
A good friend
MultiAge
Friedman
Kevin Costa
Perseverance
1
1
4
Teacher
Bays
Fortune
Hestad
Savage
Stilwell
Walcott
Whitaker
Hathcoat
Honesty
Kindness
Kindness, Helpfulness
Honesty
Kindness
Friendly, Responsible
Caring, Tolerance, Patience, Initiative, Friendship, Curiosity
Courteous, Cooperative, Forgiving,
Accepting
For more information, visit our Eastvalley PTA website: www.eastvalleypta.org
From The PTA Co-Presidents
May 2009
Hi Eastvalley Families,
Olá Famílias da Eastvalley,
Wow, it is hard to believe that the school
year is almost over. I hope you are enjoying your spring and looking forward to a
fun-filled summer.
Wow, é dificil acreditar que estamos quase
no final do ano escolar. Espero que tenham
aproveitado as férias da primavera e que
estejam anciosos pelas férias do verão.
A big Congratulations to Leslie Singer for being
voted PTA Volunteer of the Year. Leslie has given
many hours of service, thru the PTA and in the classrooms, always in the best of spirits.
Parabéns à Leslie Singer por ser votada a melhor
voluntária do ano. Leslie tem dado muitas horas de
trabalho voluntário atravéz da PTA e nas salas de aulas,
sempre com muita alegria.
Tammy and I have had truly enjoyed serving as your
PTA Presidents this year. We have been very lucky
to have the support of our great Executive Board:
Shay Antoniades, Sue Larsen, Kristen Pyle, Hulya
Seymour, and Tai Terry. Michelle Zimmerman has
done a great job as our parliamentarian keeping us
within the rules. A big thanks to all of them for all
the hours and effort they have contributed to make
our school a better experience for our kids.
Tammy e eu temos tido uma experiência maravilhosa em
servir como presidentes da PTA este ano. Tivemos muita
sorte de ter um grupo de suporte tais como Shay
Antoniades, Sue Larsen, Kristen Pyle e Hulya Seymour.
Michelle Zimmerman tem feito um trabalho maravilhoso
como nossa parlamentar nos informandos todos os
detalhes e regras da PTA. Agradecemos a todos por seus
esforços e por fazerem com que nossa escola seja uma
experiência positiva para nossas crianças.
Thanks to Ms. Wacker and all the staff at Eastvalley
for making this year so productive and fun.
Agradecemos a Srta. Wacker e todos os funcionários por
proporcionarem um ano produtivo e divertido.
Thanks to all our partners in education, the Eastvalley
Foundation, and For the Kids Foundation for all they
have contributed to our school this year. Partnerships
are very valuable, and we have been very fortunate to
have such great support from these local organization.
Please continue to support our Partners in Education
during the summer.
Agradecemos a todos os patrocinadores de educação, pela
fundação da Eastvalley e Fundação das crianças por toda
sua contribuição este ano. Patrocinadores são muitos
valiosos e somos fortunados em ter um grande suporte de
organizações locais. Por favor continuem ajudando nossos
patrocinadores durante o verão.
We have lots of new and exciting ideas for next year.
So stay tuned thru the summer to as we work to prepare for the next school year.
As always, we are here to help make our school a better place for our kids, parents and staff.
Temos muitas idéias para o próximo ano escolar. Então
continuem em contato enquanto nos preparamos para o
próximo ano escolar.
Como sempre, estamos aquí para judar e fazer da nossa
escola um lugar melhor para nossos filhos(a), pais e
funcionários.
Have a great summer!
Marlene Kassens and Tammy Feilmeier
JOIN US FOR SCHOOL SPIRIT NIGHT AT SAPORITOS….
Our next Saporito's night will be Thursday, April 30!
Take a break from cooking, and join all your Eastvalley friends there!
For more information, visit our school website: www.EastvalleyElementary.com
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EASTVALLEY’S ANNUAL “FIELD DAY” EVENTS
Friday, May 22nd
PARENTS – MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
This year, we will be combining the events of our annual “Summer Celebration” and
“Field Day” to make for one great end-of-year grand finale. Parents, Grandparents,
Friends of Eastvalley Students – Please plan to join us during this time. We will
have games, special events, and inflatables for the kids.
This Field Day will be bittersweet for us at Eastvalley, as we say farewell, and offer
our best wishes in retirement to our fabulous PE teacher, Mrs. Margaret Kiefer, who
has been running this show for the past several years. This will also mark the last
day at Eastvalley for two more of our very dedicated teachers: Mrs. Linda Sloan and
Mrs. Tomi Bays. All three of you will be missed dearly — and remembered fondly
— by students and parents alike. We wish you the best!
Field Day will be held from 10:00 to 1:30. This day can only be successful with the
help of volunteers to assist with the various games that we will have set up for the
children. If you can spare even a portion of your time on this day, please fill out the
form below, and return it to school in your child’s bookbag as soon as possible.
Thanks again, and hope to see you all on Friday, May 22.
FIELD DAY VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP
Your name: _________________________________
Child’s name: ________________________________
Teacher: _____________________________________
Times that you can work: ________________________
Your email address: _____________________________
The
Eastvalley Eagle Chorus
Presents
May 14-15, 6:30 PM
Eastvalley Elementary
School Cafeteria
Tickets: Adults $5, Students $3
Come out and see our 101 students Dalmatians in this thrilling stage musical!
In a loving home in the city of London, Dalmatian parents Pongo and Perdita happily raise their Dalmatian puppies, until the monstrous Cruella De Vil plots to steal
them for her new fur coat! Join all the dogs of London (and one cool cat) as they
daringly rescue the puppies from Cruella and her bumbling henchmen.
With a delightfully fun score, lovable characters, and one of Disney’s most deliciously evil villains, this stage adaptation is certain to charm and delight you!
Mr. Bernard, Chorus Director
770-578-7214 X 244
Mrs. Steinheimer, Administrative Director
[email protected]
Janet. [email protected]
May 2009
EASTVALLEY STUDENTS
SERVE AS
‘PRINCIPAL’ AND ‘ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL’
OF THE DAY!
As part of the PTA’s Silent Auction back in the fall, Eastvalley families were given the opportunity to bid
on the chance for their child to function as ‘Principal’ and ‘Assistant Principal’ for the Day! Throughout
the past several months, each child had the opportunity to fulfill that role. Each worked closely with Ms.
Wacker and Mrs. Morris to learn the ropes, and assist with the daily duties!
During the day, these children performed important tasks, such as taking part in the morning announcements, delivering important notes/information to the classrooms and sitting in on administrative meetings.
They were a tremendous help.
Mason Mamoun with Ms. Wacker
Katie Norris with Mrs. Morris
Erik Larsen with Mrs. Morris
Ada Dildar with Ms. Wacker
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Evan Greenbaum with Ms. Wacker
For more information, visit our Eastvalley PTA website: www.eastvalleypta.org
May 2009
*Spirit Night: The next Eastvalley
Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night will be Wednesday, May 13th.
Mark your calendars and plan to join the Eastvalley Staff,
students, PTA and Foundation members to raise money
for the school. Come join us for a night of good food and
great fun! Volunteers are needed to greet, give out prizes
and samples, etc. If you can help, please contact Michelle
Zimmerman at [email protected].
Check your child’s communication folder for details on an upcoming pizza fundraiser.
*Big News! Investment Opportunity:
This has
been out biggest fundraising year to date, raising
slightly over $6,700. Deep budget cuts will make fundraising
a necessity next school year; therefore, your donations are
needed more now than ever before! Keep sending in your
tax-deductible donations (yes, even over the summer)!
100% of the funds raised will pay for the numerous projects/
items that our school desperately needs! Invest in your child
and Eastvalley- it is a guaranteed 100% ROI!
*Brick Thank You!:
Thank you to Ms.
Wacker, all the parents, students, family members
and Eastvalley Staff who purchased a commemorative brick
this school year. The bricks are ordered and will be placed
along the front walkway of the school. Forgot to place your
order? Send in your request for next year. See the Foundation website for an order form!
*Successful Partnership:
The Foundation Board would
like to thank the PTA and Co-Presidents, Marlene Kassens and Tammy Feilmeier for a successful partnership this school year. We
look forward to collaborating again next year and thank
you for your dedication and support. We would also like to
thank Shay Antoniades, Tai Terry, Sue Larsen, Kristen
Pyle and Hulya Seymour for their support as well. Congratulations to the new PTA Board members, we look forward to working with you next year!
We need you to make big things happen! Together, we CAN and WILL make a difference!
This corner of the newsletter is set aside for
the Eastvalley Elementary School
Foundation, EVESF. EVESF launched in
January 2003, is a 501(c) (3) tax-exempt
charitable organization and is incorporated
as an education nonprofit public foundation,
thereby enabling the Foundation to receive
employee-matching grants, educational
grants and endowments. The EVESF’s goal
is to support the enrichment and growth of
every child at Eastvalley!
The Foundation Members:
Alisha Hargett, President
[email protected]
Vice President - Board Position
Currently Vacant
Gretchen Buchanan, Treasurer
[email protected]
Michelle Zimmerman, Secretary
[email protected]
Geoffrey Osborne, Web Administrator
[email protected]
Janice Ritt, Faculty Advisor
[email protected]
Patty Phillpotts, Board Member
[email protected]
Shari Sprigle, Board Member
[email protected]
Volunteer Opportunities
[email protected]
Email address:
eastvalleyelementaryfoundation@
yahoo.com
Web address:
www.eastvalleyfoundation.org
*Foundation Mission Statement:
Eastvalley Elementary School
Foundation, Inc. is dedicated to
advancing the mission of Eastvalley
Elementary School. The Foundation
will extend resources to enrich education
and instill passion and desire for lifelong
learning.
For more information, visit our school website: www.EastvalleyElementary.com
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May 2009
Calendar
CALENDAR
May
May 13 – EVRC Books for Breakfast, K,2,4
May 14 – EVRC Books For Breakfast, 1,3,5
May 15 – EVRC 100-Point Party
May 14-15 – Chorus Musical, 6:30
May 19- K Awards, 8:10
1st Grade Awards, 9:15
May 20 – 2nd Grade Awards, 8:10
3rd Grade Awards, 9:15
May 21 – 4th Grade Awards, 8:10
5th Grade Awards, 9:15
May 22 – Last Day of School
Field Day, 10-1:30
Fifth Grade Walk of Honor,
2:00
May 29 – Report Cards Mailed
Visit Our Eastvalley
Elementary School Partners in
Don’t forget to stop by and visit our supporters in the
community, and thank them for supporting our children’s
education.
East Lake
August
August 10- First Day of School
ADA Framing & Art
Hulya Seymour
Certified Framer
*
@ East Lake Shopping Center
-Quality selections of frames, mats, and materials,
-Free consultation and quotes
-Shadowboxes,
-Conservation
-Needlework
-Canvas
*
For Appointment: 770-861-6340
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If you're a PTA member, you can put an ad in
the Eagle Eyes newsletter or on the Eastvalley
PTA web site (www.eastvalleypta.org) for just
$5 each! If you want to advertise your
business, it's $50 for the school calendar year
or $10 per month. Contact: Sue Larsen
([email protected]) for newsletter
advertising, or Tony Antoniades
([email protected]) for ads on the
Website.
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The Eagle Eyes is a publication of the Eastvalley
Elementary School PTA. Please send your Contributions to Sue Larsen at [email protected].
Thanks to all who have contributed to this
Newsletter this past year.
Have a great summer!
For more information, visit our Eastvalley PTA website: www.eastvalleypta.org