Schoolhouse News 2-12-16

Posted by Harlem Valley News Posted on February 12, 2016
Posted in Education, News, Patterson

 

Dear Parents and Friends: 
 
 
  • Getting the information you need from Carmel Schools? Let us know! FromFebruary 22-March 11 parents, staff and community members will be able to access our SCoPE (School communications Performance Survey) Survey online. Participation takes about 10-15 minutes or less and is completely anonymous. Your feedback is important!
  • The annual community basketball shootout, sponsored by the Carmel Rotary Club and CHS Interact Club, takes place on Saturday, March 12 from 9am to 12 noon in the CHS Gym. Community groups and individuals can raise money to support your favorite charity, program or organization. For information or pledge forms call 845 225-2012 or visit www.carmelrotary.org

  • Visit http://bit.ly/1PPvkIB today to like & share the KPS video, “Students in Our Class Know How to Keep Swimming.” Your participation will give KPS 3rd graders in Mrs. Burnell and Mr. Tompkins’ class a chance to see the movie “Finding Dory,” as a gift from Ellen DeGeneres. The movie has special meaning for the Burnell/Tompkins students, both past and present, because Nemo is the class mascot and serves to motivate and inspire children–especially when life gets hard. To illustrate this, the class created a video and wrote to Ellen DeGeneres asking for her help. You too can help–make the video go viral to really catch Ellen DeGeneres’ attention!

    IMPORTANT! Likes & Shares must be on the video posting on EllenTube at http://bit.ly/1PPvkIB
  • IMPORTANT NOTE: All children entering or attending 7th & 12th grades on or afterSeptember 1, 2016 MUST receive an adequate does or doses of vaccine against meningococcal disease. Please contact your child’s physician with any questions.

Carmel High School News
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  • The CHS Parents Association Merit Award application is now available.Applicants must be graduating with their class this June and must attend a technical school, 2-year college, or 4pyear college after graduation. Applications may be downloaded in the scholarship section in Naviance. Completed applications are due by 5pm on Tuesday, April 26.
  • Carmel Baseball Hitting Clinic, every Wednesday at All Star Batting, 3 Dunham Dr., New Fairfield, CT. $10/week per player. For 10-12th graders: 3-4 pm; For 7-9 graders: 4-5 pm. For info: 203 312-0933.
  • Seniors wishing to apply for scholarships to be given on Senior Awards Night (in June) must complete and submit an application by March 16, 2016. The application can be found in each student’s “About Me” tab in Naviance. No late entries will be accepted. For questions, students can contact Mrs. Petersen or Mrs. Vest at CHS.
  • Spring Sport Physicals will be done for high school athletes on February 23rdby the school physician, Dr. Rojas. Athletes must be pre-screened by the CHS nurse during their free period to schedule an appointment for the physical exam. An up to date Health History form should be submitted by all athletes interested in participating in a spring sport.
  • The CHS Mentor Program is sponsoring a Spring Catalog fundraiser. Gifts, spring bulbs, seed kits, household tolls, healthy snacks and more. Order online atwww.Supportmyschool.org and enter seller ID 1170057, and group ID 5445.

George Fischer Middle School News
  • The last day to order a personalized yearbook is TODAY February 12!Yearbooks cost $45 plus the cost of personalization & sales tax. The price increased on February 13 to $48 and you will no longer be able to personalize it. Sorry, yearbooks are not free for 8th graders. Order online atwww.jostensyearbooks.com Booster ads are no longer being accepted–do not sent them in, they will be returned.
  • The GFMS PTA will hold a bake sale during the annual Science & Technology Fair on Saturday, February 27. To contribute, drop off items between 8:30-9:30amin the main lobby. Spirit wear will also be on sale!
  • GFMS Spirit Wear is available for purchase. Spirit Week is March 7-11. Get your spirit wear early! Download the order form.
  • Check out the GFMS PTA Facebook page for updates and news!

Matthew Paterson Elementary School News
  • Yearbooks are available for purchase at www.yearbookordercenter.comusing code #20839. Cost is $25 through March 31; $30 after March 31. Quantities are limited. NOTE: Fourth graders receive a free yearbook, courtesy of the MPES PTO! 
  • The MPES School Store has great new items for the new year. All items are $1 or less. Mark you calendars, upcoming school store dates are Feb. 26 and March 18.
  • MPES Spiritwear is in and available for purchase. Amazing, comfy sweatshirts, t-shirts, etc. Buy some Spiritwear today for your favorite MPES student! Contact the MPES PTO for more info.
  • Mark your Calendar for a very special MPES PTO General Meeting on March 1from 7-8 pm. There will be special guest speakers from our school district who plan to engage attendees in a lively and productive discussion on topics parents have expressed an interest in. Hope you will attend. Details to follow.
  • SAVE THE DATE: This year’s Color-A-Thon is Saturday, April 9 at GFMS. Fundraising packets are coming home today.

Kent Primary School News
News from the KPSPTO: 
  • Family Game Night and Super Staff Raffle, is rescheduled for Friday, February 26, 6:30-8:30pm at KPS. Great adult and staff raffles. Raffle tickets can be purchased at the door or with updated flyers coming to Peachjar. Every child goes home with a prize. Fun bingo night for families!.
  • Extended Deadline–New Spiritwear--See PeachJar.com for our new spiritwear, a long-sleeve t-shirt with a fun new KPS design and logo. Orders due February 26.Pick-up TBA.
  • Kung Fu Panda 3–Join us over winter break for our movie fundraiser on February 17 at the Brewster Value Village Movie Theater (inside Value Village). $8 per person includes a ticket, small drink and small popcorn. 10 am movie. Doors open 9:15 am. Children MUST be accompanied by an adult. See PeachJar.com for details.
  • Got a talent? Show it off at the KPSPTO 9th Annual Talent Show on May 6, 2016! Get your act together with friends or go solo. Details coming soon.
  • School store is open for grades 1-4 every Friday from 12-2 p.m. when school is in session. $5 student limit. To volunter, email volunteers@kpspto.org
  • Visit 4ourschool.com to place online orders at your favorite retailers, while your purchases earn cash back for KPSPTO — at no additional cost to you!
  • Visit the KPSPTO website for additional information on events and activities!
  • Like the KPSPTO on Facebook

Kent Elementary School News
News from the KEPTO:
  • Math and Science Night, presented by Camp Herrlich, will be coming to KES on February 26 from 7-9pm. Flyers will be going home on Monday, February 22 for registration.
  • School Breakfast is an ideal solution on mornings when kids are running late or parents have early commitments. Whatever the reason, if breakfast at home is not convenient, take advantage of breakfast at school from 9-9:30 am every day for just $1.50.
  • KEPTO Discount Cards! Some businesses include Friendly’s (15% off), Carmel Diner (10% off), Gappy’s (15% off). Cards are $10/each. To purchase contactkepto@carmelschools.org or visit the KES Main Office. Great teacher, bus driver, mail carrier, babysitter, etc. presents! To see the card visit http://kepto.org
  • School Store will be open February 24 during lunch hours. Send your child in with no more than $5 in a sealed envelope with their name and teacher on it. PTO volunteers are on hand to help students. REMINDER: if school has a delayed opening, the school store will be closed.
  • Yearbooks are on sale now! Purchase your child’s yearbook atwww.yearbookordercenter.com using code #24490. Early Bird Special: 1 for $25; and 2 or more books for $23/ea. NOTE: Fourth graders receive a free yearbook, courtesy of the KEPTO.
  • The photography company has send the large mosaic to the school! Come take a look at it displayed in the school lobby.
  •  Visit the KEPTO website for additional information on events and activities!

COMMUNITY NEWS
To accommodate our new format, Community News items will be limited. Please contact the organization for further information.
 
 
 
KENT PUBLIC LIBRARY
STEAM Storytime, Wednesdays, through Feb. 17 from 3-4pm. For ages 3-5. Story and age appropriate art activity and some science exploration. Sensory based storytime–dress for a mess! Registration required;  845 225-8585 or www.kentlibrary.org
 
CARMEL RAMS YOUTH LACROSSE
Free “Intro to lacrosse” clinic, Friday, Feb. 12, 6:15-7:30pm in the GFMS gym. All equipment provided. For both boys and girls, grades K-6. RSVP to crylax2012@gmail.comso that the clinic is properly staffed.
 
KENT CONSERVATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Valentine’s Day Hike for Nature Lovers, Sunday, February 14, 1pm, Lake Gleneida Trail. All are welcome! Co sponsored with Friends of the Great Swamp.
CAMP HERRLICH
February Break Vacation Camp! Send the kids to Camp for some wintery fun. Visitwww.campherrlich.org/vacationcamp for information.
Also, registration for Camp Herrlich Summer Day Camp is now open. Early Bird Specials end March 1. Visit www.campherrlich.org/daycamp for information.
 
REED MEMORIAL LIBRARY PROGRAMS
Tues., Feb. 16-Winter Watercolors, ages 7+, 10:30-11:15am; Bingo & Brownies, ages 6+,1:30-2:30pm
Wed., Feb. 17–Hollis and the Flying Piano, age 7+, 10:30-11:15am; Celebrate Chines New Year, ages 6+, 1:30-2:30pm
Thurs., Feb. 18–Lego-Mania, ages 5+, 1:30-2:30pm
Fri., Feb. 19–Yoga for Kids and Caregivers, ages 3+, 10:30-11:30am
Registration required. Call 845 225-2439.
 
GREEN CHIMNEYS CLEARPOOL CAMPUS
Winter Break camp, February 15-19. Visit http://www.greenchimneys.org/upcoming-events/  Also, Father-Daughter Day, March 5; Mother-Daughter Weekend, April 16-17. Register at www.greenchimneys.org/upcoming-events/ or call 845 225-8226, ext. 608.
 
DRUG CRISIS IN OUR BACKYARD
Special Spotlight on Recovery meeting, Tuesday, February 16, 6:45-8:30pm at the Mahopac Library. Representatives from NYS Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse (OASAS) will be on hand. RSVP to ssal@drugcrisisinourbackyard.com or 914 582-8384. State # of persons attending and contact info (in case of cancellation). Space is limited.
 
CARMEL SPORTS ASSOCIATION BASEBALL/SOFTBALL REGISTRATION
Saturdays, Feb. 20 and 27, 1:30-4pm and Thursday, Feb. 25, 7-9pm, all in the CHS Gym Lobby. Email: carmelsportsassn@gmail.com or visit csany.org for more information.
 
ARTS ON THE LAKE
See or try Improv with the Blue Horse Repertory in an afternoon workshop (3 pm) and evening performance (7 pm) on Saturday, February 20. The audience makes suggestions and the actors develop the play. Discounts for students. Full information atwww.artsonthelake.org
 
MIZZENTOP DAY SCHOOL PIRATES AND FAIRIES PARTY
February 20, from 10am to 12pm, Mizzentop Day School, 64 E. Main St., Pawling. $5/child for games, activities and adventures. Come in costume! Visit www.mizzentop.org
 
PUTNAM COUNTY YOUTH BUREAU PEGASUS PROGRAM
Thursday nights, beginning March 3 at the Putnam County Youth Bureau from 6-7:30pm. A free confidential program for children ages 6-12 who have a parent or family member suffering from alcoholism or other drug dependencies. Contact Stephanie Chester at 845 808-1600, ext. 46126 or Stephanie.Chester@putnamcountyny.gov
 
CARMEL CUBS 2016 COOPERSTOWN TEAM
Dinner Dance & Silent Auction/Raffle, Friday, March 4, 7-11pm at Sinapi’s Ceola Manor, Jefferson Valley, NY Tickets: $75/pp. To purchase and for info emailgocarmelcubs@gmail.com or visit www.csany.org
 
PUTNAM BRAVES
Recruiting players 10 years old for TRAVEL baseball for the 2016 season. Contact Gordon Moccio at 845 667-4289 or email info@putnambraves.com or visit www.putnambraves.comfor more information.
PLANT PUTNAM 2016
Putnam County Tree and Shrub Seedling Sale. Orders must be placed by March 30. Visit http://www.putnamcountyny.com/keepputnamgreen/ to order online or download an Order Form.  For more information contact Lauri Taylor at 845 878-7918 orlauri.taylor@putnamcountyny.gov

Author: Harlem Valley News