Circle Towanda Elementary
Parent Newsletter ~ January 2023
CTE Families,
We are so excited to have students back after winter break. It has been a joy to listen to all of their stories about their break. As we continue back this semester to school, it is important for you all to know that we are in the final stages of finishing construction. We will be sending out a parent questionnaire to gain feedback on the procedures for the parking lot for drop off and pick up at the primary school so we can be better prepared for when we are all in one school. Please be on the lookout for that. Your feedback is welcome and greatly appreciated. Also, I will continue to update you when we are ready to start moving forward with students and staff being at one school. It is possible that we have all students together this May! I will keep you posted. Thank you for your continued support and flexibility!
GOOD NEWS CLUB
The Good News Club will begin meeting again for the second half of the school year. The six week session will begin on Wednesday, January 18th, 2023 from 3:25pm-4:30pm at the Primary. Permission slips are available at both school offices or one is attached at the bottom of the page and they must be signed and returned before attending. If you have questions or concerns, please contact Pastor Tom Boerma at 316-322-5279 or tnttset@cox.net
KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS FOR 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR
We are looking for kindergarten students for the 2023-2024 school year. If you have a child or know of a child who will turn 5 before September 1, 2023, please contact Jennifer at CTP 536-2728, for information on kindergarten screening.
Early Childhood Role Models for 2023-24 school year
Circle Towanda is looking for peer models for our Early Childhood classroom!
What is a peer model? A peer model is a child who serves as a role model to the other students with special needs by demonstrating appropriate play, communication, and social skills.
Who can be a peer model? Children ages 3-5 are encouraged to apply. Your child must be 3.5 by Sept.1, and cannot be eligible for Kindergarten (turning 5 before Sept. 1).
What does the class cost? The only fee is CGE’s standard enrollment fee, which is $27.50 for the half-day program.
What is the process to become a peer model?
- Fill out an application (ask for one in the front office). Deadline is March 1, 2023.
- Attend a screening during March (details TBA).
- Eligible children will be randomly selected by a drawing for the 2023-24 school year and you will be notified by mail. Questions? Please contact Stefanie Sage, Early Childhood teacher at ssage@usd375.org or by calling the school office at 316-536-2728
PTO NEWS
PTO Meeting 1/9 @ 4:15 Intermediate Library
PTO’s Family Fun Night is coming April 14!!! Please be looking for information to start coming out about this!
Amazon Teacher Wish Lists: Want to help provide things for the classrooms but don’t know what teachers need? We have set up a wish list for each of our teachers to fill out as they have needs through Amazon. If you are interested, please see our PTO Facebook page.
BOXTOPS!! Since the Boxtop company has switched from clipping BoxTops to scanning your receipt through their app, we have seen a drastic decrease in participation. PLEASE consider downloading the APP and taking the time to scan your receipt when you shop! It’s super simple and helps our schools a lot!
Thank you for all your support! It really does MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
Spelling Bee Classroom Winners
4th Grade Classroom Winners
Madison Spence
Max Nelson
Brayden Rendoff
Payton Gladfelter
4th Grade Classroom Alternatives
Tucker Vogts
Brooks Lechien
5th Grade Classroom Winners
Brysen Kon
Lily Stephens
Theo Frack
Duke Jacobson
5th Grade Classroom Alternatives
Maren Swilley
Esther Crawford
6th Grade Classroom Winners
Kyson West
Audrianna Peterson
Emmy Schmitz
Kasen Lane
6th grade Classroom Alternatives
Henry Koehn
Teddy Martin
WEATHER ALERT
When weather conditions threaten the safe operation of the schools and bus routes and there is a need to cancel the school day, Superintendent Don Potter will announce the decision by 6:00AM by a phone call thru School Messenger and on the following radio and television stations: TV Channels: KSN 3, KAKE 10, KWCH 12
Radio Stations: 95.1, B-98 FM, 107.3, KZSN, 101.3 KFDI, 107.3 ~ District Web Page: www.usd375.org ~ Twitter-@circleusd375
