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Dunbar Doings
Newsletter
A MONTHLY PTA PUBLICATION OF DUNBAR PRIMARY SCHOOL,
TALLMADGE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
IMPORTANT DATES
Dunbar Primary School
731 Dunbar Rd.
Tallmadge, OH 44278
(330) 633-4515
Mrs. Courtney Davis
Principal
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Mrs. Jamilyn Hoehn
Assistant Principal
hoehn.jamilyn@tallmadgeschool
s.org
Debbie Jolliet
Secretary
(330) 633-4515
Jamie Hamrick
PTA President
Jeff Ferguson
Superintendent
(330) 633-3219
Bus Garage
(330) 633-2215
OCTOBER
2017
October 13, 2017(Friday) NEOEA Day- No School
October 9-16, 2017 College and Career Readiness
Week
October 20,2017 (Friday) End of 1st Nine Weeks
October 20, 2017(Friday) Jim Basketball Jones
1:30-2:45
October 25 ,2017 ( Wednesday) Unity Day
October 23-27, 2017 Red Ribbon Week
October 27,2017 Report Cards go home
October 27, 2017 (Friday) Harvest Parade and Parties
9:30-11am
October 30, 2017 Parent/ Teacher Conferences 3:30-
8pm (First and Second grade only)
A MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPALS
From the Principal
Dear Parents,
The Fall season is now upon us and our Dunbar students are settling into a routine. We have had a wonderful start to the new year!
During the month of September our students celebrated ‘Proud to Be an American Day’ by wearing red, white and blue, singing
patriotic songs and discussing ways that we can show respect for our country, our school and each other. Father’s Walk 2017 was an
amazing success! We had over 400 participants in this fantastic event! It was wonderful to see the smiles on our students’ faces as
they proudly walked into Dunbar School with their father, grandfather, uncle, or cousin. The encouraging words from these special
guests were thoughtful and heart-warming. Thank you to all who participated!
In the weeks ahead, our students will be trained for the purpose of lockdown and evacuation, which are essential to ensure the safety
of our children in the event of an emergency. We will be completing these drills at various points throughout the school year so that
our children understand and feel comfortable with the procedures. We complete regular fire drills and tornado drills during the year as
well.
Our students will participate in a variety of classroom activities that provide opportunities to explore different careers, during College
and Career Readiness Week, October 16-20. They will also enjoy an active and inspirational assembly with Jim Basketball Jones on
October 20. Red Ribbon Week is October 23-27, and students will participate in activities and discussions about the importance of
making good choices, good hygiene, exercise and eating healthy.
Our Harvest Parade and Classroom Parties are fast approaching, and with that, we would like to encourage you to please help your
child choose a costume that is appropriate for school. Please stay away from any bloody or gory masks and costumes. Please do not
send any weapons. We want this to be a fun day and not a scary one for our students.
We encourage you to visit our Dunbar webpage regularly. Also, in our ongoing efforts to provide you with the most accurate and up-
to-date information related to Dunbar School, we encourage you to follow us on Twitter @TallmadgeK5 and @TallmadgeK5AP.
We would like to take a moment to thank our lunchroom and library volunteers, and those who generously donated items for our
Father’s Walk. Dunbar is truly a special place and we value and appreciate your continued support.
Mrs. Courtney A. Davis
Principal
Mrs. Jamilyn Hoehn
Assistant Principal
Find us online!!
Dunbar Primary PTA is on Facebook & Twitter! Be sure to “like” us! This is
another great way to stay informed and connect with other families.
PTA PRESIDENTS CORNER
Hello Dunbar Families!! Thank you so much for your help in making Back to School Night a success. The raffle baskets were amazing
again this year! A special thanks to Sarah Ickes who organized the whole event. And Nicole Haley who organized all the chips and
drinks for the evening.
I want to give a shout out to Walmart in Brimfield for their wonderful donation of bottled water for all the students and staff.
Tuesday September 26th was a scorcher and with their help we were able to pass out ice cold water to all the students and staff.
PTA provided each class with popsicles as well.
Please check out our upcoming events section.
Our next PTA meeting is Monday, October 2nd at 6pm. Hope to see you there.
Jamie Hamrick
PTA President
Reminder:
Parents please pack napkins, spoon, fork and a drink in your children’s
lunch box/bag. Lately there has been an increase in students not having
these items. Thank you!
Mrs. Audra Bulgrin and Mr. Jeff Frank,
School Counselors
College & Career Readiness Week ● October 9 – 13th
, 2017
Hi Everyone,
We have had a fantastic start to the Dunbar 2017-2018 school year. So far, we have helped with the Staff Welcome
Back Breakfast and we are working on Father’s Walk and Back to School Night. These are the Hospitality Committees
two biggest events of the year.
Monday: COLLEGE DAY: Students are encouraged to wear their favorite
college apparel.
Tuesday: THS VISITS DUNBAR: Tallmadge High School students will visit
each classroom to share their plans after high school and will facilitate a
career based activity with students.
Wednesday: DRESS FOR SUCCESS: Students may come to school dressed
for the career they wish to pursue when they grow up. Please keep
costumes school appropriate.
Thursday: TALLMADGE SPIRIT DAY: Students are encouraged to wear
Tallmadge gear. Dunbar is where your child’s future begins!
Friday: NEOEA Day, No School.
Throughout the year, Dunbar students will be learning about The Zones of Regulation. This is a program created to help children regulate their emotions. Please look for information coming home with your child regarding specific lessons. For more information on the Zones of Regulation, please visit www.zonesofregulation.com.
UNITY DAY Wednesday, October 25th
Please wear ORANGE to unite against bullying.
Father's Walks were a great success this year. Thank you to all that donated items. This is the first year in a while that we have had enough to cover all 3 days and didn't have to send out an S.O.S. for more mini donuts. A Big Thank you to those that came in to help serve and clean up each day. Because of all of you each day went smooth and clean up was a breeze. We had more than enough chips and water for all on Back to School Night. Thank you to everyone that donated to this event. Our next mission will be to provide the Staff with a little something to keep them going during Parent/Teacher Conferences. More information will come out in October for the conferences. Thank you again for all you do, Nicole Haley
Hospitality Committee Head
Back to School Night was Awesome!!!
Thank you to those that have joined Dunbar PTA this year. We are well on our way to our 300 Member goal. We are currently at 271and climbing. If you have not already joined Dunbar PTA, there is still time. You can email me at [email protected] and I can get you a membership form. Just fill out the form attach the $5 membership fee per member and send it in with your student. It's that easy. I would like to Thank our Dunbar PTA Business Members this year. They are: Alco, Dontinos, DeVitis, Belli Orthodontics, Treehouse Preschool, LaTerraza, Sisko Dentistry, Tuesday Photography, Summit Racing, World Elite Kids and Mosholder Realty, If, you own a business and would like to receive information on becoming a PTA Business member please email me at [email protected] and I will get you the information. Thank you
Nicole Haley
1st Vice President Dunbar PTA Join the PTA today!!
#UnityDay2017
SCHOOL NURSE UPDATES
12 tips to keep young kids safe on Halloween
Keeping young children safe on Halloween involves not just trick-or-treating with caution, but being cautious at home as well.
Candles inside a jack-o-lantern, for example, can be magnets for toddlers and preschoolers. Consider using a flashlight or glow stick instead of a candle to light your pumpkin, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) advises. If you use a candle, a votive candle is safest.
The AAP also recommends that parents:
• Plan kids’ costumes that are bright and reflective, and fit well. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame.
• Consider adding reflective tape or striping to costumes and trick-or-treat bags for greater visibility.
• Make sure costumes, wigs and accessories carry a label indicating they are flame resistant.
• Consider face paint instead of masks, which can block peripheral vision.
• Keep the home safe for visiting trick-or-treaters. The path to your front door should be well lit and clear of objects, wet leaves and snow.
• Wait until children are home to check treats before consuming.
• Ration treats for days and weeks following Halloween.
• A good meal prior to parties and trick-or-treating will discourage youngsters from filling up on Halloween treats.
• Consider purchasing non-food treats for those who visit your home, such as coloring books or pens and pencils.
• While trick-or-treating with young kids, make sure they don’t stray too far, especially when it comes to crossing the street.
With neighborhoods filled with kids and cars, Halloween carries an especially high risk of injury. “Halloween is the most deadly day of the year for pedestrians ages 18 and younger,” said Heather Trnka, Injury Prevention Coalition supervisor for Akron Children’s Hospital. “Children are so excited on Halloween, and they move in unpredictable ways. They are running around and often dart into the street.”
If trick-or-treating in an area without sidewalks, walk on the edge of the road facing traffic and use a flashlight, she said. All kids or their parents should have a flashlight. Glow sticks are also great.
Link to Inside Children’s blog post: http://inside.akronchildrens.org/2017/09/26/12-tips-to-keep-young-kids-safe-on-halloween/
Book Fair Coming November 14- 21st
Thank you to everyone who donated for the Walk a Thon!! It will take place on Tuesday October 3rd! Thank you so much for your
support!
Amber Headley
2nd Vice Chair Fundraising
Please consider helping Dunbar by participating in ANY/ALL
of the following 6 EASY ways to earn cash for our school.
Box Tops:
• Schools can submit Box Tops twice a year (November 1st and March 1st). Box tops can be turned in anytime throughout the year however, be sure to watch for special contests twice per year.
• Each Box top clipped earns 10 cents for the school.
• Asking friends and family to help you clip is a great way to help us meet our goal.
• Watch receipts for special bonus box top opportunities.
• Sign up at BTFE.com to track our school’s earnings, get coupons for Box Tops products and enter for chances to win Bonus Box Tops.
Shoparoo:
A free app that turns pictures of your everyday shopping receipts into cash donations and sweepstakes entries for our school! All you have to do is shop as you normally do, snap pictures of your receipts with the app, and voila Just shop, snap, earn! Get started today: 1. Download the free Shoparoo app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store 2. Select our school from the list and start taking pictures of your receipts - shop anywhere, buy anything! 3. You can even select a grade to support and have fun with your own grade competitions. Check out shoparoo.com to learn more about this awesome app!
ACME Community Cash Back:
Help us earn 5% cash back… Buy STORE brands and save your register receipts from
August 10, 2017 – December 30, 2017.
Invite your friends and family to save receipts too! Send all receipts into school with your child by January 12th, 2017.
Coca-Cola GIVE:
Two ways to donate:
1) Send your rewards in to the school. A team of volunteers with work to enter and
collect points for our school.
OR
2) Create an account and Log in at https://us.coca-cola.com/give/. Search to donate
to Dunbar Primary School. Enter your codes!
Campbell’s Labels for Education:
***Only UPCs with the Labels for Education logo will be accepted.*** The program has been extended until January 2, 2018. Please send labels into school with your child throughout the year.
Apples for Students:
Register your Giant Eagle Advantage Card with Apples for the Students and use it each time you shop at Giant Eagle to earn points for your school. It’s Easy to Register!
1. SIGN IN TO GIANTEAGLE.COM OR CREATE AN ACCOUNT.
2. REGISTER YOUR GIANT EAGLE ADVANTAGE CARD® ONLINE.
3. VISIT THE MY SCHOOL PROGRAMS PAGE AND ENTER 2195 FOR DUNBAR PRIMARY. YOU CAN ALSO REGISTER TO EARN POINTS FOR MORE THAN ONE SCHOOL!
BE SURE TO ENCOURAGE YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS TO REGISTER, TOO.
One winner from each grade level will be selected.
Earn one entry for each Box Top collection BAGGIE/ENVELOPE turned in by
Friday, October 27th!
To keep shipping costs at a minimum, please read directions below:
• Trim 25 box tops, place in a baggie or envelope
• Include your child’s name & grade on/in the bag and send it in to your child’s
teacher
• Each bag of 25 counts as one entry. Please check your Box Tops expiration dates! Bags
with expired Box Tops cannot be counted as an entry.
Sign up at BTFE.com to track our school’s earnings, get coupons for Box Tops products, and enter for chances win
Bonus Box Tops.
