Dates to remember                Principal’s Corner

7/29 Class list posted 8/1 Meet Your Teacher Night 8/3 First Day of School 8/10 1hr Early Release 1:45 pm 8/17 1hr Early Release 1:45 pm 8/24 1hr Early Release 1:45 pm 8/31 1hr Early Release 1:45 pm Fall pictures School Hours First Bell: 7:53 Tardy Bell: 7:58 Dismissal Bell: 2:45 Preschool AM: 8:00-10:30 Preschool PM: 11:15-1:45 Wed. Early Dismissal: 1:45 Half Day Dismissal: 11:45 * Students may begin arriving on campus at 7:35 a.m.        

PAW PRINT NEWS Carol RAE RANCH ELEMENTARY

Geane Flournoy Summer 2016

 

A  very  special  THANK  YOU  is  in  order  for  the  outstanding  job  done  by  our  PTSO.    The  Board  has  consisted  of  hardworking,  positive,  supportive,  and  extremely  capable  members  who  have  given  so  generously  of  their  time,  talents  and  energy  when  and  where  they  were  needed;  for  getting  the  total  family  and  community  involved  in  our  school;  To  our  many  volunteers,  you  are  a  valuable  and  important  component  of  the  success  of  our  school’s  programs;  To  our  support  staff  who  consistently  demonstrated  the  highest  degree  of  dedication  and  professional  performance;  To  our  wonderfully,  supportive  parents,  we  greatly  appreciate  your  unfailing  support  for  and  involvement  in  your  child’s  education;      To  our  students  who  have  worked  extremely  hard  and  demonstrated  outstanding  progress  in  all  academic  areas,  THANK  YOU.        

As a staff, we sense your caring, concern and interest in what’s best for the children at Carol Rae Ranch. Parents who care and who are actively involved in the school do make a significant difference in the success of their children in school.  

Thank you for 16 incredible years.

Thank you all!

Geane Flournoy  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                   2016-2017 Kindergarten Registration Kindergarten registration for the 2016 - 2017 school year will continue through August. All elementary schools offer full-day programs. Half-day programs will be at a variety of campuses based on demand. Students must be 5 years old by August 31, 2016. You will need the following items to register your child:

Birth Certificate Proof of Residency Current Immunization Record

Parents of children who turn 5 between September 1 and December 31 who want them to attend kindergarten may sign up for early entrance kindergarten testing. If you are interested, please come to our office to fill out an information form.

Gi lbert Town Council Student of the Month

David Samsor a 6th grader in Ms. Cruz’s classroom was selected as the May Gilbert Town Council Student of the month. David was recognized at the May 17th Town Council Meeting. Congratulations David!    

 

 

Student Meal Accounts

Ideally, money remaining in student meal accounts should be used up by the end of the school year. If you wish to receive a refund, please request a refund form from the cafeteria manager; a check will be mailed from the food Service Office.

If a student runs out of money in their account before the end of the school year, cash may be paid at the register daily, or money can be deposited in the meal account. If the account does not have enough funds to cover the lunch, sack lunch will be given to the student at no cost.

If the student account has a negative balance, please send funds as soon as possible.

To inquire about the balance of a student account, contact the cafeteria manager ext. 146, or on the web go to https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/login/getmain?requestAction=home

Student Counc i l News Congratu lat ions to our new Student Counc i l Off icers for the

2016-2017 Schoo l Year

P res ident – Bent ley Bradford V ice P res ident – Ruby Lee Secretary – Ke i th Lockard

Treasurer – Ethan K ingsford H i s tor ian – Ky l i e Shepherd

2016-2017 School Year

First Day of School – August 3 Labor Day – September 5

Fall Break – October 10-17 Parent Teacher Conferences – October 20-21

Veteran’s Day – November 11 Thanksgiving Holiday – November 23 - 25 Winter Break – December 22- January 4

School Resumes – January 5 Martin Luther King Day – January 16

President’s Day – February 20 Spring Break – March 13-20

Spring Holiday – April 14 Last Day of School – May 23

   

2016  Summer  Camp  Resources  

Do  you  need  summer  childcare  or  maybe  just  a  way  to  break  up  the  summer  with  engaging  activities?  Below  are  some  resources  to  explore:  

Gilbert  Public  Schools:  

http://www.gilbertschools.net/Domain/233  

 

*Summer  school  and  VIK  summer  camp  

   *Look  for  local  flyers  under  About  GPS  tab    

       for  local  programs.  

 

Gilbert  Parks  and  Rec  

www.gilbertaz.gov/recreation/  

 

Phoenix  Zoo  

www.phoenixzoo.org  

 

Mesa  Parks  and  Rec  

www.mesaaz.gov/parksrec  

 

Chandler  Parks  and  Rec  

www.chandleraz.gov  

 

YMCA  

www.valleyymca.org/eastvalley/  

 

Arizona  Science  Center  

www.azscience.org/camps.php  

 

Arizona  Museum  of  Natural  History  

www.azmnh.org/  

 

Arizona  Parenting  –  Large  listing  of  options  

www.azparenting.com  

 

**  Ask  about  scholarships  before  ruling  out  an  experience  for  your  child  that  might  at  first  appear  expensive.    

 

Carol rae ranch 2016 – 2017

ptso board members

President Vice-President Dana Fredericks Pam Scandrett

Tiffany Allen Cori Tinney

Secretary Treasurer Crista McEuen Dawn Beeson

Attention  Parents,  

The  end  of  the  school  year  is  here,  which  means  so  is  summer!  Gilbert  Public  Schools  offers  a  variety  of  fun  and  engaging  Elementary  Summer  School  offerings  taught  by  certified  GPS  teachers.  Classes  will  be  centrally  located  at  Sonoma  Ranch  Elementary  School,  and  all  courses  are  open  to  all  elementary  aged  children.    You  can  review  the  catalog  by  clicking  here:    

http://www.gilbertschools.net/Page/28438  

Please  join  us  for  the  most  affordable  and  engaging  Summer  School  experience  around.  

Best  regards,  

Community  Education  Elementary  Summer  School  Staff  

 

 

Attention  Incoming  6th  Grade  Parents!  

 

The  Arizona  State  Department  of  Public  Health  Immunization  laws  directly  affect  any  child  who  will  be  11  years  old  AND  who  are  entering  the  sixth  grade  for  the  2016-­‐2017  year.    The  immunization  requirements  will  need  to  be  met  to  allow  your  child  to  remain  at  school  next  year.      

The  required  vaccines  include:    

1. Tdap  Vaccine  (Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis)  Students  eleven  (11)  years  of  age  AND  entering  sixth  grade  will  be  required  to  have  the  Tdap  vaccine.      

 

2. Meningococcal  Vaccine  (MCV4)    Students  eleven  (11)  years  of  age  AND  entering  sixth  grade  are  required  to  have  one  dose  of  the  Meningococcal  vaccine  (MCV4).    This  vaccine  prevents  against  meningitis.      

 

Please  bring  proof  of  the  immunizations  to  the  Health  Office  prior  to  the  first  day  of  school.    Please  contact  the  school  nurse  for  a  Free  Immunization  Clinic  list  if  needed.    You  can  find  further  information  regarding  these  immunization  requirements  at:    

http://www.azdhs.gov/documents/preparedness/epidemiology-­‐disease-­‐control/immunization/school-­‐childcare/2014-­‐2015-­‐school-­‐year-­‐immunization-­‐requirements.pdf    

 

 

Carol Rae Ranch Staff wishes all our students and their families a happy and safe summer!

ACADEMIC NIGHT NOMINEES

4th grade 5th grade 6th gradeAnderson, Lexi Allen, Logan Beeson, CaleBetts, Audrey Baker, Kirra Dille, TessaBiggs, Alexis Bhowmick, Auhan Dorf, JessieBird, Sadie Costa, Mia Downs, JeorbenBurkett, Caylin Crotts, Kayla Drake, MiaDobosz, Emma Husser, Natalya Johnston, DallenGentry, Avi Karaffa, Aaron Kiilehua, KeliiHacker, Gracie Kingsford, Ethan Knutson, LandenJackson, Ryan Kitagawa, Bryce Levy, EmmaLatella, Ashlyn Lee, Ruby Nead, KlaireLee, Mandy Mitchell, William Ogburn, SadieMcGee, Hailey Montoya, Jamison Pace, ClaytonMoore, Casen Root, Elena Ramsey, AshleyNaumann, Chase Rossini, Ryan Samsor, DavidPace, Zack Sheperd, Kylie Skaar, AndrewPage, Sofia Sparks, Mason Smith, RyleePekara, Braylon Thigpin, Chloe Spears, ThomasPoelman, Alheli Standifird, EmmaRay, Ashley Treece, MakaylaRogers, Jaxon Turley, JusticeSawyer, Abigail Varga, Mary BeaShepherd, Walter Webb, HayleeSkabelund, Hayley Yori, KarstenStandifird, ReganSuarez, AnayaTaysom, JoshTbdros, MiraTinney, CodyTreece, TorinWakefield, DallinWatson, KateWoodman, CaleYori, Ella

May 24, 2016

Dear Carol Rae Ranch Students and Families, My name is Thea Hansen and it is my sincere pleasure and honor to be joining the wonderful

community of Carol Rae Ranch as the newly appointed school principal. My background includes

graduating with my BA and MA from Arizona State University. I have been a PE specialist (6

yrs.), classroom teacher (9 yrs), district science and social studies specialist (4 yrs) and

elementary school principal (12 yrs). I have two children, three grandkids and have been married

to Pete for 35 years. Being outdoors, gardening, reading, jogging, shopping and anything that

keeps me moving are some of the things that I enjoy doing in my spare time. I recently learned

that fishing is a pretty fun activity, too!

I believe that parents, teachers, support staff, and the principal all have an important role and

responsibility in educating children and helping them to become active and successful learners.

Your involvement is very appreciated and helps to ensure that all students are reaching their

academic potential. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions, concerns, or

suggestions.

I thank Mrs. Flournoy for her vision and dedication that has made Carol Rae Ranch an excellent

school and community! Thank you for the opportunity to get to know and work with you!

Sincerely,

Mrs. Thea Hansen