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READY...SET...RECYCLE!2nd Annual Chamber Going Green Newspaper Recycling Challenge

On March 12th and March 13th, eleven Cherokee County Elementary Schools participated in the 2nd Annual Chamber Going Green Newspaper Recycling Challenge. The goal of the challenge was to collect as many pounds of newspapers as you could in the given days. The winner would then be decided by dividing the number of pounds collected by the number of students enrolled at that particular school.

In just two days the participating elementary schools collected over four tons of newspapers (8505 lbs to be exact)! The winner, defending their title, was Boston Elementary School!

Boston ES collected 1720 lbs of newspaper, which comes to 2.8 lbs per student. As a reward for their hard work, every student at Boston Elementary will receive a prize provide be Chamber member restaurants, including Chick-Fil-A Canton Riverstone Parkway, Chili’s of Woodstock, IHOP of Woodstock, and Papa P’s.

The Chamber’s Going Green Committee would like to thank all of the participating schools for allowing them to come volunteer at the schools and for being so dedicated to this initiative.

Students at Boston ES ready to start the Challenge!

Clark Creek ES collected 1280lbs of newspapers.

REDUCE. REUSE. RECYLE.

Reid Trego, Chairman ............................. Huntington Learning CenterChad Atkinson.......................................Modern Woodmen of AmericaKathy Bouyett............................................................Reinhardt UniversityRebecca Cooper .................................................Credit Union of GeorgiaDee Dee Doeckel ........................... Chattahoochee Technical CollegePhil Eberly ................................................................................. W.K. DicksonChuck Flagg..........................................................................Holiday CruisesShelia Garrison ............................................................Individual MemberMelody Gullett ............................................................ Just Driver TrainingConnie Hopkins...................................Delta Community Credit UnionBill Mullin .......................................................................Individual MemberCatherine Owens .................................. United Way of Greater AtlantaClara Mae Van Brink ............AAMCO Transmissions & Total Car CareGreg Veal ..................................... Veal & Associates Home Inspections

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March

Don’t Drive Distracted

Melody Gullett, with Just Driver Training, presented the Distracted Driving lesson to the 10th graders at River Ridge HS on February 24, 2014. The focus of the presentation was on distracted driving and how to become a good, safe, and responsible driver. Ms. Gullett provided pamphlets for each student to reinforce the information shared during the presentation.

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Just Driver Training visited Freedom Middle School and

spoke to the 8th grade about attendance and the TADRA laws. It was a great presentation!

19 Partners Spotlight Newsletter released

31 Spring Break Begins

7 Back to School

14 CRCT Testing Begins

9 Partners Spotlight Newsletter submissions due.14 Partners Spotlight Newsletter released

26 Memorial Day (school holiday)

29 Last Day of School! Summer Break begins

Northside Hospital-Cherokee sponsors a grant that would enable students at their Partners in Education (PIE) schools to make a positive difference in their community by providing funding for service projects. Clark Creek ES fifth grader, Taylor Boysen, wrote a grant application and submitted it to Northside Hospital-Cherokee hoping to make a positive change in her school. Her project is called “Bottle Cap Art.”

Taylor’s project idea consisted of using recycled plastic bottle caps and lids to create works of art that will be displayed on the school grounds. Taylor felt that this project is important because it will help the Clark Creek ES graduating 5th graders leave a “legacy” of recycling and learning behind for other students to see and follow. Hopefully, next year’s 5th graders will continue the project that will recycle more plastic caps and create beautiful artwork based on math and science.

Taylor was surprised at school as she was announced as the recipient of the Northside Hospital – Community Connection Partners in Education Service Project Grant. Taylor was presented with a $300 check from Northside Hospital Grant Coordinator, Shelia Perkins.

Clark Creek ES Makes a Positive Change

Free Home Elementary Gives a Thumbs-Up to Clean Teeth!

Dr. Trotter and dental hygienist Eden Walker, of Trotter and Patel Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics visited Free Home Elementary School to teach the important lesson of dental hygiene and dental care to four Kindergarten classes and two First Grade classes. While teaching, Dr. Trotter and Ms. Walker engaged the students by asking them to use a thumbs-up signal for the correct answers and a thumbs-down signal for the wrong answer. They challenged the students with questions about good things to eat for your teeth and the proper way to take care of your teeth.

The classes loved the visit and all of the students took home a bag full of items for their teeth, including toothpaste, a toothbrush, dental floss, and information on proper care. It was a wonderful event!Eden (left) and Dr. Trotter (right) with Mrs. Simmon’s Kindergarten class.

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Johnston ES Loves their Partners

Johnston Elementary is proud to have Partners in Education who are always eager to help in any way. This year Johnston ES PIE have helped judge the Young Author’s Fair writings, the essays for Honoring Our Heroes, and the auditions for our Talent show. Carolyn Hall, with Scentsy/Wickfree Candles, Inc., also helped with the Johnston ES Polar Express by selling her goods to the faculty, staff and the community. Johnston ES would like to say “Thank you” to Anna Kozloff with Chick-fil-A Dwarf House, Carolyn Hall with Scentsy/Wickfree Candles, Inc., Stacie Parkes with SteviB’s Pizza of Woodstock and Toby Bramblett with the YMCA’s of Cherokee County.

Partners In Education, Stevi B’s of Canton

helped Knox ES students celebrate Read Across America Day on Friday,

February 28.

Knox ES Media Specialist, Dixie Harper (Left) receives “Free Pizza Buffet Bookmarks” from Stevi B’s

of Canton representative Laura Hallisy (right).

Canton Elementary STEM Academy would like to thank the Rotary Club of Canton for being special guests at the celebration of Read Across America Day on Friday, February 28th. Fun was had by all as Canton ES integrated the celebration of Dr. Seuss’ Birthday with Read Across America Day.

Canton Elementary School

Knox Elementary School

Canton Rotarian Bill Davis with Mrs. Renn’s Kindergarten class. The students loved his book choice and enjoyed having him as

a special guest.

Canton Rotarians and Special Guest Readers for the day, Bill Davis and Peter Gleichman, arrived early to select books they

would later read to the classes.

Totes For TotsThe Boston Buddies from Boston Elementary School continue to make a difference in their school and surrounding community. The Boston Buddies recently partnered with Northside Hospital-Cherokee to provide Totes 4 Tots. The students collected usable school bags, tote bags, lunch bags and other carrying items for Georgia’s foster children. The Boston Buddies include: Kaylynne Barfield, Tristen Beigh, Tyriq Bishop, Breanna Boling, Avery Cook, Jonah Culver, Johnny Flanders, Ashlyn Forrester, Zoe Goins, Christian Hockman, J.C. Hooper, Maris Humble, Parker Keeton, Gracye Lamb, Noah Lenocker, Cinnamon McConnell, Kennedy Metcalf, Danielle Mucheke, Ellie Norton, Jaidyn Novak, Lindsey Oliver, LaNea Perigo, Sonya Ragsdale, Elani Ratchkovski, Abbie Smith, Tristen Stone, Kolton Thornton, Jed Burris, Madison Rubino, and Annabelle Williamson.

Canton Elementary is Giving ThanksEach year, Pilgrim’s Pride adopts 20 children at Canton Elementary School through their “Giving Tree” program. They provide clothes, shoes, and toys for these children. Canton ES is overwhelmingly appreciative of all Pilgrim’s Pride does to better the lives of their students!

Thank you Snow Much!Boston Elementary Faculty, Staff, and Bus Drivers enjoy a special luncheon to say thank you for going above and beyond, especially in the winter weather! The luncheon was hosted by the Boston Elementary PTA and the 5th Grade Legacy Program. The meal was sponsored by PIE Walmart Store #5275, Publix at Rose Creek Shopping Center and Chick-Fil-A of Towne Lake.

Retta Shaw, Registrar at Boston Elementary enjoys her meal. Kindergarten teachers Laura Mikes, Parapro Michele Powell, and Nurse, Amber Thayer.

Partner in Education, Carolyn Hall with Scentsy/Wickfree Candles, Inc. presents Knox ES Assistant Principal, Patty Nay, with a door prize to be given away at a local Special Education Fair in March.

Knox Elementary

School is Thankful for their Amazing PIE

Boston Elementary held a drawing for all students who had perfect attendance for the second quarter. The winners received a brand new bicycle from the Walmart Store #5275.

2nd grader Sophia Ferraro, Registrar Retta Shaw, Principal Joey Moss, Walmart Representative Don Rowland, 1st grader Kendrick Brice, and

Kendrick’s grandmother, Ms. Ledford.

Perfect Attendance Gets Rewarded