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Guilford Elementary School 410-880-5930/Fax: 410-880-5935
www.hcpss.org/ges Issue 18: May 27, 2016
What a great week at Guilford! We welcomed 30 incoming Kindergarten students and their families on Monday, we are already planning for next year and it was wonderful to see our future Guilford Tigers! On Tuesday, our 4th graders enjoyed a day at the farm as part of their Days of Taste learning, understanding how chefs use food from local farms to create a variety of flavors. Our 5th graders were able to visit their middle school, this got them excited about next year! We finally had our field day on Wednesday and it was a huge success! Thank you to the PTA for providing all students and staff a GES Field Day shirt! Thanks to all the parent volunteers who helped as well, we couldn’t have done it without you. Our Evening
of Excellence was a wonderful celebration of our students, we had 165 families sign-in. Congratulations to all of our students for their hard work this year. Fifth grade is spending today in Washington DC as a follow up to all the learning about government this year. They were extremely excited about this trip. After all of these activities, we are glad to have an extra day this weekend.
Don’t forget that Monday is Memorial Day, while we do not have school, it is a great day to spend time with family and remember those who are no longer with us. Have a wonderful and restful weekend!
Jonathan
A GOLD MEDAL THANK YOU!!!! - Well it only took four tries to get it in, but we finally completed a very successful Olympic Field Day!!!! A very special Thank you to all of our parent, grandparent, and community volunteers who came out to make this day a success!!! It was hot and our students were excited, but you hung in there to make it a wonderful Field Day experience for all of them. We really appreciate your cooperation and energy in making this day possible!!! THANK YOU!!!!
UPCOMING EVENTSMay30 Schools Closed, Memorial Day31 Days of Taste In-House Workshop, 4th GradeJune
1 Kindergarten Field Trip, Lake Elkhorn (Picnic)Kindergarten Ice Cream Social, 6:00 – 7:00pm
3 DAP Day at Guilford School Spirit Day, Hat Day 7 Pre-K Picnic, AM Session-10:45am , PM Session-1:15pm 9 Spring Choral Concert, 6:45pm13 1st Grade Picnic, 10:45am-12:45pm 3rd Grade Spelling Bee, 12:00-1:00pm 4th Grade Picnic, 12:15-2:15pm 3rd Grade Picnic, 1:15-3:15pm14 Kindergarten Program, 9:45-10:15am 2nd Grade Picnic, 10:45am-12:45pm 5th Grade Picnic, 12:45-2:45pm 3rd Grade Talent Show, 12:00-1:00pm15 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony, 9:30am 1st Grade Poet Café, 12:15-1:40pm16 Early Dismissal, 12:50pm17 Early Dismissal, 12:50pm LAST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
COMMUNITY EVENTS
For a listing of upcoming Community Events access GES Paw Prints online at ges.hcpss.org .
Mission Statement: Guilford Elementary will ensure excellence in teaching and learning so that each student will participate responsibly in our diverse and changing world.
Will your child be attending Guilford for the 2016-17 school year? We are in the process of compiling class lists for next year. If your child will be attending a school other than Guilford Elementary for the 2016-2017 school year, please let us know right away by completing and returning the tear-off on the back of this newsletter no later than Monday, June 6, 2016. Or you may contact Ms. Brown in the main office, 410-880-5930, to let her know where your child(ren) will attend school next year.
Thank you for letting us know your plans as soon as possible. This information will help in compiling the class lists more accurately.
Last Day of School is Friday, June 17 - The Maryland State Department of Education has approved our request to waive one inclement weather day for the current academic year. The last day of school for students and teachers will be Friday, June 17, 2016.High schools will close 3 hours early on June 15. All schools will close three hours early on June 16–17, and no half-day pre-K or RECC will be held on those two days.
As we end another school year there are just a few reminders:MEDICATIONS:Please pick up your child’s medication during the last days of school. All medications that are currently in the health room need to be picked up by 1 pm on Friday, June 17th. If these medications are not picked up, they will be discarded. Thank you for your assistance in this matter.
Also, all medication orders for next year need to be dated after July 1st and signed by both the physician and the parent.
Medication forms for next year were sent home if your child had medication at school this year.
Howard County Library System Summer Reading KICKOFF!Read & Win prizes when you join a Howard County Library System summer reading club. For details and to enroll, visit hclibrary.org/summerreading.Champion Readers: infant - age 5On Your Mark, Get Set...Read: grades K-5 Get in the Game...Read: entering grade 6+
Exercise Your Mind: high school; adults Saturday, June 4, 10 am - 2 pmHCLS Miller Branch (410.313.1950)
Participate in an Enchanted Garden fitness trail, face painting, and crafts; Wii games for teens; and instant prize drawings for adults. Refreshments available for purchase.
10 am - 2 pm Baltimore Hoop Love performance and demonstrations
10 am - 2 pm Race Pace Bicycles answer questions about cycling
10:30 - 11:30 am Kangaroo Kids Precision Jump Rope Team performance, then meet the performers
12:00 - 12:20 pm Race Pace Bicycles* & 1 - 1:20 pm *Presentations on how to size kids on bikes and fit helmets; join group rides and kids bike racing leagues.
Kindergarten, Here We Come! A 45 - 60 minute class for children entering Kindergarten thisfall. The class features stories and activities to help mark that all important first day, includingboarding a real school bus. Registration required. Check hclibrary.org for the various locations, dates and times.Cosponsored by Friends of HCLS and Howard County Public School System.
Mission Statement: Guilford Elementary will ensure excellence in teaching and learning so that each student will participate responsibly in our diverse and changing world.
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Kindergarten and New Student Registration – Kindergarten and New Student Registration is ongoing for the 2016-17 school year. Parents or guardians are to register students at the school serving the address where the child’s parent or guardian resides. Please visit http://www.hcpss.org/schools/kindergarten-registration/ to see a complete list of documents required for registration. Guilford Registration Hours are 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, Monday – Friday.
*Central Office will be making final staffing decisions by August 1st based on enrollment counts at that time. To ensure that our final staffing needs are met, we ask parents to register their children by Friday, July 29th. Thank you.
Pre-K Application & Registration—The Howard County Public School System offers a Pre-K program for income eligible children who will be four years old by Sept. 1, 2016. Please visit http://www.hcpss.org/schools/pre-k-programs/ for more information. Pre-K application for Guilford should be submitted to the main office for review. Parents will be notified as to the status of their application once their application has been reviewed.
Hammond High Summer Camps Hammond Boosters Camps! Sign up now for Hammond HS Boosters sports and activities camps for incoming 6th thru 9th graders. Camps run from mid-May thru beginning of August. Signups and information is located at www.hammondboosters.org/camps/ These programs offer a great opportunity for
your student to get to know the high school coaches, learn some skills, and experience a little of the high school sports experience. PLEASE NOTE - Basketball, wrestling and volleyball camps are held in evenings in May or June. All other camps (Band, Baseball, Cheerleading, Football, Soccer) will be mornings during the summer break (June, July or August). Wrestling will accept elementary and middle school aged campers. Camp admission includes an exclusiveHammond Golden Bears t-shirt.
Summer Sports Camps at AHS Get ready for Fall Try Outs. Check out the fantastic list of sports camps being offered this summer. Tuition for each camp will be $135. Tuition includes a Raider t-shirt, individual skills testing, specialized instruction from qualified staff members, guest speakers, and daily awards. For more information please contact: Lisa Daciek 410-313-7065 or [email protected] Schedule, Information, and Online Registration http://www.atholtonboosters.org/athletics/boosters/fundraising/summer-camps
Registration for Swim Lessons at Atholton Swim Club is available now on their website: www.AtholtonSwimClub.com. We offer small class sizes and follow the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim curriculum. Lessons are conveniently offered in the mornings or evenings in 2 week long sessions. Sessions begin June 6th - Register today!"
Updating Family File Information - Parents may update the online Family File at any time. It is important to keep current all medical information for students including physician name, health conditions/medication, and health insurance coverage.
ID Required - Please be reminded that a picture ID (drivers license) is required when signing in to volunteer, visit or pick up students for early dismissal. This includes parents and any other persons volunteering, visiting or signing a student out for early dismissal.
DONATION REQUESTAllergy season is here and Guilford’s supply of facial tissues has been depleted.
We are asking for donations of tissues to the main office to be distributed throughout the school as needed. As always your support of the school’s needs are much appreciated.
Mission Statement: Guilford Elementary will ensure excellence in teaching and learning so that each student will participate responsibly in our diverse and changing world.
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Community Events The following events are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Howard County Public School System.
Success in StyleLooking for fun volunteer hours at the last minute or over the summer, join us at Success In Style/Charity's Closet/Phil's Closet. For more information visit www.successinstyle.org or e-mail our volunteer coordinator at [email protected]
HopeWorks' The HopeWorks' Youth Leadership Project is now accepting applications for 2016/17 School Year. Youth Leaders engage in frank discussions, raise their social consciousness and participate in creative projects to raise awareness and encourage personal and community safety. Visit the HopeWorks website to download the application or call 410-997 -0304.
Grassroots Get Your Glo On, a party for middle school students, presented by the student members of the Horizon Councils and hosted by Columbia Gym as a benefit for Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center, is set for Sat., May 21, 7:30-10 p.m. For additional information, please contact the event coordinator, Cathy Smith at [email protected] or call 410-302-4662.
Food on the 15th
Volunteer opportunities for students of all ages, Sat., May 21, 1 p.m. Students will collect, sort and deliver free non-perishable groceries directly to low-income Howard County senior citizens. To learn more about what we do, visit our website at www.foodonthe15th.org.
Howard County Government Please take this questionnaire to help determine Howard County’s community needs, strengths and gaps for children and families. Your participation and voice are important to the Governor’s Office for Children and the Howard County Local Children's Board. We want to hear from everyone. Thank you, in advance, for taking the time to complete this survey. http://strtigixconsulting.howard-county-family-youth.sgizmo.com/s3/
AFSHost Families Sought for AFS Exchange Students: Next school year almost 20 exchange students will come from around the world to experience a life-changing year or cross-cultural sharing here in Howard County. If you are interested in more information, please contact Christina McGarvey at [email protected] or 410-997-7087.
We Promote Health9th Annual HC Family Wellness Day, Sun., June 5, Centennial Park 10am -3pm – Free Event for the entire family promoting healthy lifestyles. www.familywellnessday.org Atholton Swim ClubRegistration for Swim Lessons at Atholton Swim Club, June 6, www.AtholtonSwimClub.com .We offer small class sizes and follow the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim curriculum. Lessons are conveniently offered in the mornings or evenings in 2 week long sessions.
College Park Tennis Club Learn Tennis at the Premiere Tennis Center, June 13 –Aug. 19, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., College Park Tennis Club 5200 Paint Branch Parkway, College Park, MD.Our students will learn the sport of a lifetime, under the direction of our certified teaching staff. Center. [email protected], 301-779-8000, www.cptennisclub.com
Howard County Police DepartmentFREE overnight Youth Police Academy, July 24-29, Public Safety Training Center. It is for students between the ages of 15-18 years old who are interested in a law enforcement career. For more information, contact your School Resource Officer or check out the Howard County Police Department website at www.hcpd.org under Youth Programs.
Mission Statement: Guilford Elementary will ensure excellence in teaching and learning so that each student will participate responsibly in our diverse and changing world.
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Starthmore’s Summer IntensiveApply now for a select spot in Strathmore’s Summer Intensive—part of our Institute for Artistic and Professional Development. This program will take place July 11-15 and is designed to provide in-depth experience to outstanding high school instrumentalists as they consider a performing arts career. For more information https://www.strathmore.org/education/artistic-development/summer-intensive
AFSColumbia Association is seeking host families for high school students from Columbia's new Sister City, Tema in Ghana (West Africa) from July 15 to 31, 2016. For a host family application and more information, please contact Laura Smit, Program Manager for International Exchange & Multicultural Programs at [email protected] or 410-715-3162.
CAMPSHoward County Arts CouncilVisual and Performing Arts Summer Camps, June 20 - Aug. 12, Howard County Center for the Arts, 8510 High Ridge Road, Ellicott City, MD. For more information, visit www.hocoarts.org/shop/camps or contact Katie Wofford at 410-313-2787 or [email protected].
Elkridge Youth Organization(EYO) is excited to offer another season of our tennis program. All activities are at Rockburn Branch Park in Elkridge. Go to www.eyotennis.org.
Soccer Association of ColumbiaSAC Training Academy Summer Camps scheduled throughout the summer. Players of all abilities, ages 5 to 14. Both full and half days sessions are offered. SAC also offers extended care from 4-6 p.m., for an additional fee. Go to www.sackick.com. For more information, contact [email protected].
CrossLife ChurchTrack and Field Camp, June 20-June 24, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Long Reach High School, 6101 Old Dobbin Ln, Columbia, MD. http://crosslifeevents.org/.
University of MarylandSPICE Camp – Students with Potential and Interest, Considering Engineering, June 27-July 1.SPICE Camp is a week-long commuter program for young women who will be entering the 9th and 10th grade next fall and would like to learn more about engineering University of Maryland, College Park. Space is limited. The application deadline is March 31st. Scholarship opportunities will be made available once admittance decisions have been made. Bria Barry, 301-405-3283, [email protected], http://wie.umd.edu/k12/spice-camp
Bethany United Methodist ChurchSurf Shack Vacation Bible School (VBS), June 27-July 1, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Bethany United Methodist Church, 2875 Bethany Lane, Ellicott City. For more information or to register, please visit: http://cokesburyvbs.com/bethanyum
Forest Hill Swim and Tennis ClubLooking for summer activities for your child? Forest Hill Swim and Tennis Club, located in Ellicott City, offers a variety of weekly tennis camps, as well as swim and dive lessons for children of all ages. For more information and to register, please visit www.fhstc.com
Howard County Conservancy Full-day nature camps, June 27-Aug. 19, camps are located in Woodstock on our 232-acre nature center and at the Belmont in Elkridge www.hcconservancy.org/camp.html
University of MarylandTerpsTalk, a new National Foreign Language Center Spanish and French Language summer camp for middle school
Mission Statement: Guilford Elementary will ensure excellence in teaching and learning so that each student will participate responsibly in our diverse and changing world.
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students- at the University of Maryland. The Camp will take place July 11- July 22, 9 a.m. -3:30 p.m. http://nflc.umd.edu/camps
Center for Disease ControlThe National Center for Health Statistics is excited to announce the 2016 Data Detectives Summer Camp, Aug. 15-19, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Contact us at [email protected].
University of MarylandStepping Stones to Your Future (SSTYF) summer camp. This week-long coed commuter camp is for rising 7th & 8th graders who are interested in learning more about engineering. Each day is filled with a variety of fun hands-on activities and engineering challenges. There are two weeks to choose from: Session 1 July 18-22 or Session 2 July 25-29. To apply, we require an online form and a teacher recommendation from a current math or science teacher. For more information and to fill out the application, visit our website at http://wie.umd.edu/k12/sstyf. If you have any questions, contact Dawn Ginnetti at [email protected]. 301-405-0315.July 18-22, (Session I) or July 25-29, 2016 (Session II)
Healing Deminsion Foundation Summer Study Skills CampRegister now for the Healing Dimension Foundation's Stressless Tests Summer Study Skills Camps to be held the weeks of August 1 and 8. Middle School Classes meet from 9-11 a.m., and High School classes meet from 12-2 p.m., Mon.-Fri. To register for more information, go to www.Stresslesstest.org. Contact Betty Caldwell at [email protected]
SPORTS4th QuarterSept. 26, Bonnie Branch Middle School and Sept. 27, Elkridge Landing Middle School.Download a registration form at the4thqtr.org or [email protected]
The Howard County Recreation and ParksVolleyball classes and leagues for all ages and skill levels, for questions, please contact Carson Nickell at [email protected] or 410-313-4720. To register, call 410-313-7275. Sign up now to reserve your space.
Howard County StridersBullseye Running/HO CO Striders is now taking registrationfor two training programs Youth Track Team (competitive) andYouth Fitness Spring Training (non-competitive) http://www.bullseyerunning.com/youth/
SuperSquads It's not too late for after school cheerleading with SuperSquads. Team practice is once a week and ends late April in 11 county schools. Please contact [email protected] or 410-796-2244.
Mission Statement: Guilford Elementary will ensure excellence in teaching and learning so that each student will participate responsibly in our diverse and changing world.
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