Last Day of Learn2Earn Read-A-Thon!

Learn2Earn Read-A-Thon This is the last day of our read-a-thon! We need $5000 to reach our goal of funding Raz-Kids and Accelerated Reader. Log into your student's account and see the progress they and the school are making, from there you can sponsor your student and send out invites to friends and family asking for their support. The last day to submit sponsors or donations is Today, November 5th don't wait do it now! Enter to Win a Night at Great Wolf Lodge With one $15 donation in your student's name they will be entered into a drawing to win a night for 4 to Great Wolf Lodgewith entrance to the water park.  They will get another entry with $50 in donations and a third chance with $100 in donations.  How many chances does your student have? Enter to Win a Kindle Fire Tablet Student who have received $250 in donations will have their name entered into a drawing to win a Kindle Fire Tablet. Tablets are great to read on, play games on and watch TV and movies.   Today would be a great day to send out a request to your email contacts, your Twitter followers or your Facebook friends on behalf of your child. Log into your child's Learn2Earn account, click on invite sponsors and find ways to send emails and links to post on social media that will help your child.  Be sure to remind everyone that today is the last day to help!

Fall Back

Daylight savings time ends Sunday, November 1, 2015 at 2:00 am.

Remember to turn back your clocks 1 hour!

Reminder - Late Start 10-28-15

School starts at 11:30 am on October 28, 2015 and dismisses at 3:38 pm.  

Students shouldn't arrive any earlier than 11:10 am*. 

No breakfast will be served.

*Students who signed up for the Art Club should meet in the commons area at 9:45 am and will be excused to go to class at 11:10 am.

Whooo's reading? PTO Weekly Update 10-18-15

Have you looked at the prizes your student has an opportunity to win during our Learn2Earn Reading Fundraiser? Just $15 in pledges/donations will get your student entered to win a trip for 4 to Great Wolf Lodge! Make sure you are inviting friends and family to sponsor your student.  It's easy, there is a link to send email on their profile page along with links to post on social media, like Facebook and Twitter. Now through November 5th help the Glenridge PTO raise money with Learn2Earn to fund Accelerated Reader and Raz-Kids. Two reading programs that students and teachers use to help motivate our kids, help them reach their personal reading goals and meet Kent School District reading standards. Information on how to set up an account for your child came home on Friday, October 2nd. Please take time to read the information, help your child activate their account and send out sponsor invites. A short video on account set up can be found here. A short video on how to sponsor your child and how to invite others to sponsor your child can be found here. See how great we are doing and follow our fundraising progress here. If you have any questions please contact the PTO or support at Learn2Earn.

Goal Setting Conferences  Goal Setting Conferences will take place all week, October 19-23, 2015. Please check the date and time for your student’s conference. Students will be released from school at 12:38 p.m. all week. Teachers have been busy assessing students, reviewing student data, and setting goals for each student in reading, writing and math. With those goals in mind, teachers are also teaching students to set similar goals and will be sharing those plans with parents at conferences. We believe this process will be more meaningful to both you and the students. Setting goals for learning is a natural part of our teaching and learning process and student learning becomes even more meaningful when children and parents are given the opportunity for participation. Teaching students to set goals is also a component of our state learning standards and instructional models. It is also an excellent opportunity to learn the self-evaluation process. Helping our students to understand and achieve their learning goals is one important step in successfully preparing all students for their future.

Scholastic Book Fair An amazing selection of books is headed your way!  At the Book Fair you will find something for everyone. Be sure to stop by the library after your goal meeting with your teacher and take something fun to read home!Book Fair Hours: October 19th - October 23th Monday and Tuesday: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm Wednesday: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm  Thursday: 9:00 am -1:30 pm

Book Fair Volunteers are needed to help set up and staff the book fair. There are many opportunities to help, October 16 - 23. See if there is a time that works for you here.  Contact Sue Crissey in the Glenridge Library at 253-373-2488. Fall Carnival The Glenridge Fall Carnival will take place Friday, October 30, 2015.  We will need many volunteers to help run this event.  If you would like to help please look at this list or contact the PTO for jobs that are available. Cakes, cookies or brownies to be used as cake walk prizes (store bought or homemade is wonderful)  Candy to give out as game prizes (Mamba, Regular Tootsie Rolls, Twizzler Licorice, Laffy Taffy, Smarties. Wonka Candy are nut free and would make great contributions) Art Docent Art docent volunteers are parents, grandparents, friends of students, community members and senior citizen volunteers.  Free training courses are given at Green River Community College by the Interurban Center for the Arts. We also have training at Glenridge. The art docents have learned basic art concepts to teach the children. They have also learned how to present an art project that will reinforce what they have discussed with the children. See this year's art selection here. There are currently many classrooms without art docents if you would like to help the following are in need: • Firman • Hogland • Humphreys • Kling • Kuske • McCutchen/Wagoner • McManamon • Schwendemen • Steichen • Watson • Winbauer • Zografos Please talk to your teacher at your Goal Setting Conference or contact Brooke Johnson for more information.

Jamba Juice  Tuesday, October 27, 2015 Jamba Juice will be sold during afternoon recess. Remember to send $2 to school.  Exact change will help the process move faster and give students more time to enjoy their treat. Money raised supports Glenridge programs. Late Start and Spirit Wear Day Late start Wednesdays (October 28, December 2, January 13,February 3, March 2, April 20, May 11 and June 1) wear your Glenridge t-shirt or school colors (navy blue, forest green and maroon red) and show your Voyager pride! Fall Carnival Friday, October 30, 2015. Come join us at the Fall Carnival. This is a great way to meet new people and raise money for the school.  There will be games and bouncy houses, as well as prizes for all the kids. More information coming home soon! Picture Retake Day Missed picture day in September? Didn't like how your image turned out? Not to worry you have a second opportunity on November 10, 2015, contact the office for more information. PTO Meeting The next PTO Meeting is Tuesday, November 10, 2015  at 7:00 pm in the Glenridge library. Free childcare is provided. We welcome everybody, the PTO is for all parents and guardians. Can't attend the meeting? Still want to share your ideas? Please leave a note with the office or contact us by email. PTO Movie Night Come see this month's movie on PTO Movie Night, Friday, November 13, 2015 at 6:30 in the cafeteria. After young Riley is uprooted from her Midwest life and moved to San Francisco, her emotions - Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust and Sadness - conflict on how best to navigate a new city, house, and school. Value Village Donation Drive Start putting aside your outgrown and unwanted clothing! No purchases necessary, just save all those clothing items that you, your kids and other family members no longer need or want. November 14, 2015 you can drop off your donation and you will have more room, and feel more organized and Glenridge will earn money.

Reminder - No School 10-09-15

Friday, October 9, 2015 is a teacher workday and there is no school.

Reminder - No School 09-07-15

There is no school Monday, September 7th, for Labor Day.

Update - Last Day of School

Jamba Juice and Books - PTO WEEKLY UPDATE 05/17/15

Jamba Juice Tuesday Jamba Juice smoothie sales will happen during afternoon recess on May 19, 2015.  Remember to send $2 with your child to school! Look for a box in the school entry and one in hub next to the Lost & Found. Relay Recess We are having a Mini-Relay at Glenridge!  The American Cancer Society Relay for Life gives members of our community the chance to honor cancer survivors and remember those who have battled cancer while raising money for the American Cancer Society. All week long students and teachers will be talking about making healthy choices about tobacco, physical activity, nutrition and sun exposure. Monday - "Hats off to being Smoke-Free" Hat Day Tuesday - "Stay healthy and exercise" Favorite Sports Team Day Wednesday - "Shade out Cancer" Sunglasses Day Thursday - Wear PURPLE to celebrate our Survivors Friday - "Be a Hero and Fight Against Cancer" Super Hero Day

Do you know where your jacket is? The Lost & Found rack is overflowing with jackets, coats, gloves and other items. Unclaimed items will be donated. Please make sure to check the Lost & Found or have your child claim missing items. Contest Between now and June 5th, bring in your Box Tops and Labels in a bag/envelope marked with the student's name and the name of their teacher. An easy way to help, each one is worth 10¢ to the school. Send in yours today!

Have You Ordered Your Yearbook? It's time to order your 2014-2015 Glenridge Yearbook. Look for order forms that came home in Friday Flyers May 15th or download and print information on the PTO website.  Thursday June 4th. Come enjoy activities and view the art created by your children throughout the year. Have some treats and go home with new books for the summer! Volunteers are needed to help make this a successful event! May 18th - May 22nd • If you have a spare hour this week we need help taking down hallway displays. June 1st - June 3rd • Help is needed to put up the art Glenridge students have created this year. June 3rd - June 4th • Snacks can be donated for the refreshment table. June 4th • Help is needed to manage hands on art stations, and the refreshment table. Please contact the PTO or Christy Caravaglio with how you can help! Due to the power outage in the fall the school year has been extended one day.

PTO Weekly Update 01/04/15

Shout out to: Lisa and Bryan, our Glenridge Elementary custodians, thank you for keeping our school clean!

In the Classroom Fourth grade will be studying Native Americans of the Pacific Northwest as well as  legends.   What is Tiered Intervention? Julie Watkins, Darcy Liechty and Barbara Pearson serve on the Academic Tiered Intervention Team at Glenridge. Tiered Intervention services are intended to supplement, not replace instruction by the classroom teacher, they assist students to meet national standards at all grade levels. Tiered Intervention services are provided Monday through Thursday for 30 minutes in both reading and math. The groups run for approximately six weeks, after which intervention staff re-evaluate data and place students according to academic need.  Stop by their office if you ever have questions.

Reptile Man Be prepared to see all kinds of amazing reptiles; king cobras, american alligators, rattlesnakes and more all in the Glenridge auditorium  during our family assembly. Join us Tuesdayevening, January 6th 6:30-7:30 pm $1 person. Flyers were sent home before winter break, make sure to check backpacks for more information.   PTO Meeting Join us for our next meeting Tuesday, January 13th 7:00 pm. Free childcare provided. Ivar’s Night Have dinner at Ivar’s and earn money for Glenridge. Thursday, January 15th 5:00-7:00 pm teachers will be there serving food. Come support them, and let your kids visit with friends. Watch for a flyer coming home in soon.    Boxtops and Labels for Education Keep collecting your Box Tops and Labels for Education. A new contest is on its way! Will your class win this time?

PTO WEEKLY UPDATE 11/30/14

Shout out to: All of our classroom volunteers, teachers appreciate your dedication and your time. Thanks to our Art Docents who have been donating time each month to prepare and present art lessons to our students. Without them, Glenridge students wouldn’t have any art classes.

Holiday Breakfast Saturday December 6th 9:00-11:00 am. Yummy pancake breakfast, choir performance, face painting and crafts. Bring your camera or smart phone and take photos with Santa! Suggested donation: $5 per family. Donations will buy needed classroom supplies. Let your child experience the joy of giving this holiday season.  Kids can get gifts for everyone on their list, come and shop at the Penguin Patch Holiday Shoppe during the Holiday Breakfast. Please let us know if you can help with this event: Set up Friday December 5th at 3:45 pm and Saturday December 6th at 7:30 a.m. Clean up December 6th at 11 am.  This year we are excited to have a raffle at the Holiday Breakfast! An American Girl Doll (“Julie”). A $115 value, includes a book as well. A Russell Wilson Limited Edition Laser Printed Mini Football. A value of $50. Win a gift certificate to Carpinito Brothers- 3 yards of top soil. Tickets are $3 each or four tickets for $10, sold the morning of the Holiday Breakfast. Money raised will buy needed school supplies.

What is PBIS? Glenridge is currently using a school-wide approach to behavior called PBIS. Positive behavior is explicitly taught by classroom teachers and celebrated through Voyager tickets, Golden Awards, and other celebrations. We work hard to keep high expectations and support all students in learning appropriate behavior by providing different levels of support to encourage success.

In the Classroom During the next several weeks in 3rd grade, we will be studying various Native American tribes including Wampanoag, Cheyenne, and Hopi. Students will be learning about the history, geography, economics, and culture of these tribes. We are also going to perform in the Dec. 19 assembly by performing “Night Before Christmas.”

PTO Movie Night Ever since he was a kid monster, Mike, dreamed of becoming a Scarer. To make his dream a reality, he enrolled in school. During the first few days he meets James, a natural-born Scarer. James and Mike engage in a fierce rivalry that ultimately gets them both kicked out of the elite Scare Program. To make things right, Mike and James--along with a bunch of misfit monsters -- will have to learn to work together. Come see this month's selection Friday, December 12th at  6:30 pm in the Glenridge cafeteria. This is a free event for students and their families.  Concessions will be available for purchase; funds raised will support school programs. This is not a drop off event, children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

A Holiday Traditon

Holiday Breakfast

This year's Holiday Breakfast is Saturday December 6th, 9:00 - 11:00 am. A yummy pancake breakfast, a choir performance, face painting, crafts and a photo booth! Let the kids do all their gift shopping at the Holiday Shop!

Suggested donation of $5 per family. All proceeds will go to purchasing needed classroom supplies.  

We are excited to have a raffle at this years breakfast! Purchase one ticket for $3 or four tickets for $10 and have a chance to win an American Girl Doll!  With a value of $115, Julie and her story book would make a wonderful gift.

If you would like to volunteer your time set up is Friday, December 5th at 3:45 pm and Saturday, December 6th at 7:30 am. Clean up will follow breakfast Saturday, December 6th at  11:00.
We also need 2-3 photo booth operators.

Help us make this breakfast even more yummy, a financial contribution will help to purchase an assortment of breakfast meats (bacon and sausage), please make out checks to Glenridge PTO, write “Holiday Breakfast” on your envelope and leave them at the school office.

We would love your involvement. Any other suggestion of how we can make this a bigger and better occasion is welcome! Send all offers of help and suggestions to glenridgepto@gmail.com.