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School News and Community Interests:

•   The Boxtops collection competition is in full swing and will end on May 10, 2008. The classroom that brings in the most Boxtops will receive a treat party. Please make sure that you place your Boxtops in an envelope or baggie and include your child's teacher's name. Visit www.boxtops4education.com for additional information.

• We also collect Campbell's Soup labels .  Although we do not receive cash for these, points are obtained that can be used to purchase school supplies from a special catalog. In the past few years, soup labels have been used to purchase art and gym supplies. Points accumulated this year will be used for the Music classroom.

• Pulaski County's NEW Public Library is open for business.

• PTA Meeting - April 17, 2008, at 7:00 p.m.  Spotlight: 2nd Grade & 4th Grade.

•   CATS Testing Window - April 21-May 2, 2008.

•        March of Dimes collection will be April 28- May 9. (Strictly optional)   March of Dimes walk at school will be May 16th at 2:30 p.m.

• Tip of the Month: Parent Involvement Facts:                                              

                                   Ten Things Parents Can Do To Prepare for CATS Testing

1. Remember testing dates (April 21-May 2, 2008) by marking your calendar.

2. Schedule student appointments and trips that don't conflict with the testing period. It's important that your child be in school to take the tests.   Try to keep your child healthy and in school so they won’t have to miss any of the required testing dates and, thus, won’t have to do make-up sessions.

3. Be positive. Encourage your child to take the test seriously and do his or her best. Explain to them that the results not only reflect upon their school and teachers, but also on their level of performance.

4. Check for information from your child's school about test preparation and anything else which may be helpful prior to taking the tests.

5. Make sure your child gets a good night's rest – at least eight hours of sleep — before each test day.

6. Make sure your child eats a healthy breakfast that includes protein and excludes sugary food the morning of each test day.

7. Tell your child to listen carefully to the instructions and to ask questions if he or she doesn't understand. Encourage them to be relaxed, think positive and confident they will do well.

8. Remind your child to carefully read the test questions and to not rush through a test. If there is time, remind them to check their answers.

9. Discuss any concerns or anxieties your child may have about the tests. If you have serious concerns or questions, call your child's teacher, principal or guidance counselor.

10. On test days, dress your child comfortably and avoid any unnecessary distractions. Get them to school on time, give them a hug and wish them good luck.

• Angel Food Ministries-March Menu. Sponsoring Church in Somerset is  High Point Community Church located at Gateway Center across from Main Street Deli.  Click on the link to get the menu.

        www.angelfoodministries.com

   Looking Ahead

• April 21-25 Volunteer Appreciation Week

• April 21 PAR/PAM begins for Kindergarten, First Grade, and Second Grade

• April 22 Earth Day

• April 23 Administrative Professionals Day

• April 21-May 2- KCCT Testing Window.

• May 26 - No School!  Observance of Memorial Day!

• May 28 - Last day of School!!

• See also the Parent Place , Calendar, and Staff for more detailed information

Attendance Policy:
Teacher will call after 2 consecutive absences.
After 3 unexcused absences/tardies/early dismissals, a letter will be sent home.
After 4 unexcused absences/tardies/early dismissals, Family Resources center will call home.
After 5 unexcused absences/tardies/early dismissals, the Family Resource center will send a letter to the Dept. of Community Based Services.
After 6 unexcused absences/tardies/early dismissals, Family Resource will conduct a home visit.
After 7 unexcused absences/tardies/early dismissals, the family will be referred to the district social worker. The district social worker will contact the Dept. of Community Based Services and a meeting will be held at the school. If attendance does not improve, then a petition will be filed in the family court for educational neglect.
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Also, please see the Calendar  for any upcoming events as they are added regularly.

PTA  Officers for PTA 2006-2007…
 Presidents:  Candy Ping
Treasurer: Ginny McIver
Secretary: Shirley Wesley

2006-07 SBDM members...
Mike Murphy, Chairperson
Debbie Chaney, Teacher
Danielle Cole, Teacher
Jimmy Dezarn,  Teacher
Sheila Farmer, Secretary
Deanna Lee, Parent,
Kimberly Shawen, Parent

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Other Helpful PES Links:

For Future Days Off, Holidays and Other Events  - See Calendar

School Breakfast/Lunch Menus are listed on District web site.

Have some other questions(?), try our family Resource Center

Lexington, KY Stations - Snow Closings

as of Nov 15, 2006

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