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Pontiac School News

October 19, 2017

Pontiac SchoolNewsOctober 19, 2017

Barber Bulletin

Did you know? Research shows that children of parents who talk to their teens regularly about drugs are 42% less likely to use drugs than those who don't, yet only a quarter of teens report having these conversations.


Parents, let’s start early! The National Family Partnership was established as a nonprofit organization in 1980 by concerned parents who were convinced they should begin to play a leadership role in drug prevention. Today, NFP is a national leader in drug prevention education & advocacy.


The National Family Partnership organized the first Nationwide Red Ribbon Campaign. NFP provides drug awareness by sponsoring the annual National Red Ribbon Campaign™. In response to the murder of DEA Agent Enrique Camarena, angered parents and youth in communities across the country began wearing Red Ribbons as a symbol of their commitment to raise awareness of the killing and destruction cause by drugs in America.

Here are some tips about how to start the conversation with your children:


Preschool- Age 7: When you give a fever medicine or antibiotic to your child, discuss why and when medications should be given. Take advantage of “teachable moments.” For example, if you see a movie character smoking a cigarette, talk about smoking and its effects on the body.


Ages 8-12: Open the conversation by asking your children what they think about drugs. Keep it open-ended and non-judgemental. Show your child that you are listening to what they have to say. This will help encourage them to come to you with questions in the future. Stories in the news involving drugs and alcohol can often be a springboard for a conversation with your older child. Red Ribbon Week is another great opportunity to open up a dialogue with your child!


Join us at PONTIAC for our schoolwide recognition of RED RIBBON WEEK. This year’s theme is: Your future is key, so stay drug free! We will focus on our AVID skills, preparing for success!


Monday: Wear RED to kick off Red Ribbon Week at Pontiac!

Tuesday: Our Future is Bright: Wear Sunglasses!

Wednesday: Dress for Success: Wear Professional Interview Attire

Thursday: When I Grow Up: Wear your future career uniform/attire

Friday: We are COLLEGE-BOUND! Wear your favorite college team shirt!

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Fall Picture Make- Up Day

Fall Picture Make-Up Day: Monday, October 30


For any students who were absent or have enrolled since September 8.


Please remember to either send in the payment for your child's pictures that have already been sent home or return the pictures that you do not wish to purchase within the next week.



Thank you for supporting this fundraiser for Pontiac Elementary.

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Music Fundraiser

Music fundraiser packets went home last week and are due back to Ms. Rayner by October 31st. Don't forget that you can also invite your friends and family to shop online! Go to www.pleasehelpmyschool.com and click on "seller registration," Under SCHOOL GROUP ID, enter PONTIAC and click GO. Enter your information and click NEXT. Students will now receive a unique SELLER ID to give to out of town friends and family, and have the ability to send an email with a personalized message. In addition to the prizes that can be earned in the prize brochure, for every 2 items sold, your child's name will also be entered into the drawing to win one of the large 53" cuddly teddy bears on display in our school! Thank you for supporting our music program in our quest to purchase more instruments! Questions? Contact Ms. Rayner at lrayner@richland2.org.
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Lost and Found

We need your help! The lost and found is overflowing with items. Please check to see if your child's coat, lunch box, sweatshirt or other items are located in the lost and found. The lost and found is located in bus area lobby. Thanks
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Important Dates and Contact information

October 19 - Early Dismissal at 11:30 am

October 20 - Student Holiday - No School

October 23 - Red Ribbon Week Begins

October 23 - Montessori Family Night at Blaze Pizza 5:00 pm

October 23 - Cog-At Testing for Second Grade

October 24 - Family Night at CiCi's Pizza 5:00 pm

October 24 - Cog-At Testing for Second Grade

October 25 - Cog-At Testing for Second Grade

October 26 - Iowa Testing for Second Grade

October 27 - Iowa Testing for Second Grade

We are collecting Box Tops the entire month of October. Keep sending them in!

Location: 500 Spears Creek Church Road Elgin SC 29045
Phone: 803 699-2700
Facebook: facebook.com/pontiacelemantary
Twitter: @twitterPontiacElem