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A Message from the Principal . . . What a busy summer! We have been busy assigning new teacher class-rooms, ordering supplies, meeting with the new PTA Board and working with our awe-some building service crew to create a welcoming student learning atmosphere for
your children.
Mr. Quinn and I were pleased to see so many new faces at the Take a Peak at Your Seat Night and at Back to School Night. You may have noticed a few new faces as well! We are pleased to welcome Mrs. Hiner in 1st Grade, Ms. Heil and Mrs. Hosier in our Media/Technology Departments, Ms. Knepple and Ms. Pasciuto, our new
Speech teachers and Ms. Hafez, our new OT.
As we gear up for the month of September, I encourage all parents and guardians to go on line and complete the Volunteer Application take the Volunteer Training on line and turn both into the office. If you get it done now, you won’t have any problems in the future when you want to volunteer in the classroom or go on a
field trip.
We have a few new faces on our PTA board and I had the pleasure of work-ing with them over the summer to put together a calendar filled with activities and even a few fundraisers! Please join the PTA. With your paid membership you will receive an Essex calendar magnet. We need your support and your time. Be sure to “like” the
Essex PTA on Facebook where you can stay current on activities.
If you missed back to school night, a few FAQ’s for our new and returning
parents:
- Arrival time for students having breakfast is 8:40 a.m., the first bell rings at 8:45 a.m.,
your child is marked late after 9:00 a.m.; Dismissal is 3:22
- Please use all parking spots when coming to the school, avoid blocking teachers in and
blocking other parents from entering the parking lot from Candry Terrace
- We are working diligently to combat a problem of early dismissals due to our parking lot
during the 3:00 - 3:15 timeframe. Many parents are coming in early, during the instructional day, to take their children out early to avoid the parking lot. We will now be asking that 3:00 is the latest time you can sign a child out for early dismis-sal. After 3:00, you must wait until the children walk out at dismissal at 3:22. If you have a doctor's note, please come before 3:00 in order for it to be an excused ab-sence. You can send the note in the following day for us to code it as well. Thank you for your assistance in this matter.
- Absences and Lateness REQUIRE a note
- 3:00 is the latest you can sign a child out, the teachers are preparing their students for
dismissal and afternoon announcements. You MUST arrive prior to 3:10 to sign your child out
- Update the office in writing when you have new phone numbers, contacts and address
- Carry your i.d. with you. All persons picking up a student from this school must have
proper identification. Drivers licenses are scanned in order to receive a visitor badge
And finally, I would like to take a moment to thank some very special commu-nity partners for their generous donations to our school; Bay VanGuard Bank, Chesa-peake Gateway Chamber of Commerce, Connelly Funeral Home and St. John’s Lu-
theran Church. We truly appreciate the support from our community!
September 2015
9/7 Labor Day Schools Closed
9/14 Rosh Hashanah—Schools Closed
9/16 Sweet Frog PTA Family Night
9/21 Pinwheels for Peace Day
9/22 PTA Meeting, 6P
9/23 Yom Kippur—Schools Closed
October
10/2 PTA Family Game Night 6:15
10/12 Lifetouch Picture Day
10/16 Professional Development/Schools Closed for Students
10/20 PTA Meeting 6P
10/21 Sweet Frog PTA Family Night
10/28 Ident-A-Kid a.m. and p.m. sessions
10/30 End of 1st Qtr / Close 3 hours early
November
11/12 Distribution of Report Cards
Pre-School/Pre-K Conference Day/
No a.m. or p.m. sessions today
11/13 Elementary Conference Day—
Closed for Elementary Students
11/16—20 American Education Week
11/17 PTA Meeting 6P
11/26—27 Happy Thanksgiving
Schools Closed
December
12/12 Professional Development—
Schools close 3 HOURS EARLY
12/24—1/3 Winter Holiday Break
Return to School January 4, 2016
Spring Break 3/25—4/3
Return to School April 4th 2016
Volume 16, Issue 1
DATE: September 2015
Essex Elementary School Phone: (410) 887-0117
Amy Grabner, Principal Fax: (410) 887-0118
Randy Quinn, Assistant Principal http://essexes.bcps.org
September Newsletter
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NURSE NEWS CORNER . . . A message from Nurse Miller
Hi Students and Parents,
There is going to be a new nurse coming to Essex Elementary!!! After 40 continuous years of nursing, 27 of which I have had the pleasure of spending here at Essex, I will be retiring September 18, 2015.
I have spent a rewarding time here at Essex, I HAVE LEARNED A LOT FROM WORKING HERE AND ESPECIALLY FROM YOUR CHILDREN. I worked very hard to help you and your children with their varied medical needs. I have also had the pleasure of meeting and working with many parents as well as other members of the Essex com-munity collaborating on shared experiences. I will take many wonderful memories with me.
Thank you for your help in taking care of your chil-dren.
STAY HAPPY AND HEALTHY, I WISH YOU ALL THE BEST!
“NURSE MILLER”
PTA NEWS . . . Hello Essex Elementary Families!
One of our goals this upcoming school year is to have a fewer, but larger, more profitable fundraisers and do away with some of the smaller monthly fundraisers. We un-derstand, as families ourselves, it gets to be a lot, month to month and throughout the year.
We have scheduled a Basket Bingo Fundraiser set for Friday Oct. 2, 2015. Doors open at 6:15, Bingo will start promptly at 7. The cost is $20 per person. We are looking for donations and volunteers, please email [email protected] if you are interested.
We are also planning a Winter Dance! Join us as we create a wonderful place to learn as well as make lifetime friendships!
Some important dates to add to your calendar:
9/8 Spirit Wear Fundraiser
9/16 Sweet Frog Family Night
9/22 PTA Meeting 6 p.m.
10/2 Basket Bingo 6:15 p.m.
10/20 PTA Meeting 6 p.m.
10/21 Sweet Frog Family Night
10/23 Trunk or Treat
11/17 PTA Meeting 6 p.m.
11/16 – 20 American Ed Week (Volunteers Needed)
PHYSICAL ED NEWS . . . A message from Mrs. Howell
Physical Education
In PE our theme is “Healthy Hearts and Healthy Minds.” All students from Kindergarten through Fifth grade will learn how to keep their bod-ies health and strong by participating in many activi-ties. Basic locomotor and non-locomotor skills will be taught along with learning how to cooperate and practice good sportsmanship. For the month of Sep-tember, Kindergarten through Fifth grade will be par-ticipating on the Movement Education Equipment (MEE). Directional movements and non-locomotive movements will be taught.
In order for the students to participate in PE they must have their tennis shoes and proper clothing to move around. All students will be receiving a shoe reminder, please display it where you and your child can see it.
Marathon Kids Walk/Run Program
Kindergarten through Fifth grade will have the opportunity to participate in Marathon Kids. The stu-dents will need to complete their miles either walking or running. They can join us at school for the AM Marathon Kids at 8:30 or they can do it at home. This is a free event and all students who complete the marathon will receive a free tee shirt at the end of the school year. The program will start on Monday, Sep-tember 21. Doors will open at 8:30 and will close at 8:35.
Labels for Education
Please continue to bring in the Labels for the Educa-tion and deposit them into the collection box in the lobby. All money raised will go towards field day and new recess equipment for the classrooms.
Tyson’s Labels A+ Program
Please turn in all A+ program labels and de-posit them into the collection box in the lobby. All money raised will go towards field day and new recess equipment for the classrooms.
My Coke Rewards
Please turn in all rewards point and deposit them into the collection box in the lobby. All money raised will go towards field day and new recess equipment for the classrooms.
Accelerated Reader
Remember to check your child’s progress on Accelerated Reader! Just go to
our Essex Elementary website (essexes.bcps.org). Scroll to the bottom right of
the homepage under Quick Links and click on Accelerated Reader Home Con-
nect. Type in your child’s username and password to view books they have
read, their goal for the month, and much more!
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Our Twitter feed is also on the bottom of our homepage (essexes.bcps.org).
Check us out!
Like us on Facebook ~ Essex Elementary
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Earn money for our school just by using your Giant Bonus card. Register online
at www.giantfood.com/aplus/register-card and enter our school ID as 01471.
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Earn instant money for our school by downloading the Shoparoo app on your
iPhone or Android device. After downloading, find Essex Elementary School.
Then, simply snap pictures of your receipts from any store that sells grocery
items. You can read more about the program by visiting their website at
www.shoparoo.com.
BECOME A VOLUNTEER! BCPS VOLUNTEER TRAINING RESOURCES
Thank you for your interest in volunteering in Baltimore County Public Schools. Our schools depend on volunteers and value their contributions to enhance the programs and services provided for students. Volunteers are important members of Team BCPS and help our professional staff sustain effective learning environments, enrich the education and experi-ences of students and build critical partnerships to increase achievement for all students. Volunteers are essential to the educational process, as they bring knowledge and skills into our schools and strengthen classroom instruction. VOLUNTEER INSTRUCTIONS: Go to the BCPS Website www.bcps.org Click on the COMMUNITY tab Click on the VOLUNTEER WITH BCPS tab You can access the application on and line training as directed. All volunteers must complete the volunteer application and participate in an orientation/training session annually. Step 1: Complete the on line BCPS Application for Volunteer Services. (The school also has copies.) Step 2: Attend a scheduled BCPS volunteer training at any school or complete the online volunteer orientation. You will be provided with a certificate once you successfully complete the training. Step 3: Submit the application and the valid training certificate to the school in which you intend to volunteer. Volunteers may provide hard copies or the documents may be emailed to the school volunteer coordinator. Both docu-ments must be submitted at the same time to be accepted and reviewed by the school staff. Once the application is reviewed and training has been verified, volunteers may be placed by schools and offices ac-cording to identified needs to perform tasks that support our established goals. Goals of the BCPS Volunteer Program
* Expand parental involvement and engagement strategies to meet the unique needs of all families in the school communities. * Acknowledge parents and community members as important partners in the education of all students. * Strengthen the relationship between schools and parents, guardians and community stakeholders through meaningful service opportunities. * Support teachers and staff with the implementation of curriculum and school programs. * Utilize the knowledge and skills of volunteers to promote student achievement. * Offer direct support to students needing additional assistance with assigned tasks. * Assist school staff and students with extra-curricular activities, afterschool programs and fundraising opportunities. * Provide supervision and direction for students while participating in off-campus learning experiences (field trips).
Types of Volunteer Activities
* Classroom Assistant - assisting teachers and students with classrooms activities * Academic Tutoring * School PTA Councils * Area Education Advisory Councils * Music and Sports Booster Programs * Field-trip Chaperones * After School Activities * Student Mentoring * Career Awareness - speaking to students about career pathways and opportunities * Clerical/Office/Library support
The Baltimore County Kindergarten Classroom Volunteer Initiative The Retired Seniors Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Baltimore County has partnered with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) to help our youngest learners through their first year in public school. This opportunity is available exclu-sively for citizens 55 years old and older. (Learn more from a recent blog entry by the RSVP director.) Interested senior citizens can contact RSVP at 410-887-3101 or visit them online at www.baltimorecountymd.gov/Agencies/aging/volunteer/rsvp.html.
For additional information about volunteering with Baltimore County Public Schools, please contact The Office of Family & Community Engagement at 410-887-4554 or by email at [email protected].
Bay-Vanguard will have a
representative available at
Essex Elementary School
on the following dates:
September 15, 2015
October 20, 2015
November 17, 2015
December 15, 2015
January 19, 2016
February 16, 2016
March 15, 2016
April 19, 2016
May 17, 2016
Buzz into Saving with a
Busy Bee Account!
Teach Your Children How to
Save For The Future
Minimum deposit of $5.00 to open account. Minor must be the primary account holder
with a parent or guardian as a custodian
and signer on the account.
Interest is compounded daily and credited
quarterly. No monthly maintenance fees.
Save $250.00 in the 2015-16 school year
And your child will receive a special gift.
Bay-Vanguard
Federal Savings Bank
532 Eastern Blvd.
Essex, MD 21221
410-686-5940
Nancy Coomer
Bay-Vanguard Federal Savings Bank is not affiliated with Baltimore County Public
BUSY BEE
Bay-Vanguard Federal Savings Bank
Akers [email protected]
Aldon [email protected]
Batchelder [email protected]
Blahut [email protected]
Boursalian [email protected]
Bowings [email protected]
Boyd [email protected]
Butler [email protected]
Champagne [email protected]
Carp [email protected]
Collins [email protected]
Currier [email protected]
Essex Elementary [email protected]
Essex PTA [email protected]
Frank [email protected]
German-Bennett [email protected]
Gogel [email protected]
Gray [email protected]
Hafez [email protected]
Heil [email protected]
Henn [email protected]
Hiner [email protected]
Holcomb [email protected]
Hosier [email protected]
Howard [email protected]
Jackson [email protected]
Johannes [email protected]
Karolkowski [email protected]
Knepple [email protected]
Knight [email protected]
Levine [email protected]
Little [email protected]
Loehr [email protected]
Markwood [email protected]
Miller, S [email protected]
Nurse Miller [email protected]
Neumeister [email protected]
Pasciuto [email protected]
Pivonski [email protected]
Pomeroy [email protected]
Rogers [email protected]
Rostek [email protected]
Sanzone [email protected]
Schull [email protected]
Scurto-Diven [email protected]
Simpson [email protected]
Skeels [email protected]
Weaver [email protected]
You may send a non-emergency
e-mail to your child’s teacher.
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Join the PTA! Your investment, your child … goes a long way!
Please join us at the next monthly PTA meeting on September 22nd.
Membership $8.00
Birthday Sign—$2.00