TERRAPIN TIMES ARNOLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dear Parents & Guardians, OCTOBER 2017 It was wonderful to see so many parents at our annual Back to School Night! Your active involvement in our school programs and events is essential for our success. I hope you enjoyed seeing your child s classroom and meeting with the teachers. This month we will continue with a full calendar of fun and instructional activities. On October 5 th, the PTA will have the Annual Walk-A-Thon to help raise funds for various programs and a new class set of Chromebook Computers. On October 14 th, PTA will host our Annual Fall Festival. Thank you to PTA for their financial support and time to make all this possible. This year, there are conferences during the first semester on October 19th and December 8th. ALL parents will be afforded a conference for each student either on October 19th or December 8th. Information will be coming home soon about your day and time. October will end with our annual Costume Parade on October 31 st. For school costumes, please remember that weapons (including look-a-like and toys) are not allowed and should be saved for afterschool events. It will be helpful if your child can independently put their costume on to minimize prep time and adult assistance. Thank you again for all of your support in making Arnold Elementary a successful school! Shauna Kauffman Principal National Blue Ribbon School PRINCIPAL S LETTER BELIEVE, ACHIEVE, EXCEL!
October 2017 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 BUSTER THE BUS VISITS KINDERGARTEN 8:30-10:30 4 BIKE TRAIN TO SCHOOL MINDFULNESS FOR KIDS 6:PM BELVEDERE ELEM 5 WALK-A-THON 10:00 ON THE FIELDS 6 WALK-A-THON RAIN DATE 7 BANDS BY THE BAY 2PM BROADNECK HIGH SCHOOL 8 9 INTERIMS GO HOME 10 11 12 13 14 FALL FESTIVAL 12 NOON 4TH GRADE TRIP TO ARLINGTON ECHO 15 16 1st GRADE TRIP TO MARLYLAND ZOO 9 AM 17 18 2hr EARLY DISMISSAL 19 SCHOOLS CLOSED FOR STUDENTS PARTENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES 20 SCHOOLS CLOSED TO STUDENTS 21 22 23 24 25 FALL YEARBOOK PICTURES BAND/STRINGS 26 27 28 29 30 31 HALLOWEEN PARADE
PARKING IN FIRE LANES AND/OR BUS LOOPS The purpose of this memorandum is to serve as a reminder that parking in designated fire lanes and/or bus loops is prohibited. This prohibition extends to staff, students, visitors, spectators at athletic events, day care vans, and after school activity vans such as karate centers, clubs, etc. Principals and building administrators must make a concerted effort to monitor these areas during the school day and at school sponsored activities. Any vehicle parked in a fire lane or obstructing a fire hydrant must be moved to an authorized parking space. As you know, in a critical emergency, the loss of every minute caused by vehicles blocking fire and police department access can become critical.
Arnold Bike Train with Police Escort 1) 7:25am start Pines on Severn Playground - Winchester (riding up B&A trail) http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0449a9af22a0fe3-bike1 Arnold Bike Train with Police Escort 2) 7:25am start Asbury Church, picks up families along Church Road, Collington Ct, along College Parkway http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0449a9af22a0fe3-bike2 Need to brush up on your road safety skills before our big day? FREE BIKE SAFETY RODEO SUNDAY OCT 1st 12:30 2:30PM https://bikeaaa.org/lifeline-100/rodeo/ If you have any questions please contact Mr. Marshall at: marshallrf@hotmail.com
Congratulations to the following six Arnold 5 th grade advanced students who will be participating in the Bands by the Bay Marching Band Exhibition. They will perform 2 pieces with the Broadneck High School Marching Band on Saturday, Oct. 7 th. They are: Sophia C. CiCi F. Marin R. Aaron S. Shea S. I know they will do a wonderful job with the Broadneck High School Marching Band!
At the end of the day, the most overwhelming key to a child s success is the positive involvement of their parents. Jane D. Hull Family Involvement Conference Make the Most of Your Moments October 2017 Saturday, November 18th 8:30 AM 2:00 PM Anne Arundel Community College, Arnold, MD Key Note Speaker: Dr. George Arlotto, AACPS School Superintendent Engaging Workshops. Each will be repeated. A sampling: Not My Child Panel Discussion A discussion about the opioid crisis in Anne Arundel County. Homework Help Learn about the purpose of homework, how much to be involved, and much more with an AACPS School Counselor and the Anne Arundel County Library. STEM Programs Learn about the STEM programs at AACPS and STEM activities you can do at home as a family. Elementary School Math Learn how to use at home activities to support math instruction. Conference is FREE Continental Breakfast & Lunch Included Registration opens October 15 th. www.aacps.org/conference Languages: Spanish interpreters present. To request other languages, call 410-222-5417. Limited child care for ages 3 12 only. Pre-registration is required. Call 410-222-5309. (Children under age16 may not attend workshops.) Harvest for the Hungry October 2-27 Food insecurity is experienced by About 43,000 Anne Arundel County citizens, 47% of whom are children. (Feeding America) Each donated $1 buys 8 pounds of food. Donate online: www.mypaymentsplus.com www.aacps.org/harvest Write a check to AAC Food Bank, memo: Harvest for the Hungry VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH We will honor the first Volunteer of the Month for 2017 2018 in November! In the meantime, please continue to submit nominations for exceptional volunteers here. Office of School & Family Partnerships 410-222-5414 ttudor@aacps.org www.aacps.org/family @SFPartnersAACPS
Al final del día, la clave más abrumadora para el éxito de un niño es la participación positiva de sus padres. Jane D. Hull Conferencias de Participación de Padres Hagan lo Mejor de los Momentos Sábado 18 de noviembre 8:30 AM 2:00 PM Anne Arundel Community College, Arnold, MD Orador de Apertura: Dr. George Arlotto, Superintendente de las Escuelas AACPS Talleres de Participación. Cada uno será repetido. Ejemplos: Panel de Discusión de No Mi Hijo Una discusión sobre la crisis de Opioides en el Condado de Anne Arundel. Ayuda Para la Tarea Aprenda sobre el propósito de la tarea, cuánto debe estar involucrado y mucho más con un consejero escolar de AACPS y la biblioteca del Condado de Anne Arundel. Programas de STEM Aprenda acerca de los programas STEM en AACPS y las actividades de STEM que usted puede hacer en casa como una familia. Matemáticas de la Escuela Primaria Aprenda cómo usar en casa actividades para apoyar la instrucción matemática. La conferencia es GRATIS Habrá Desayuno y Almuerzo Inscripciones estarán disponibles el 15 de octubre. www.aacps.org/conference Idiomas: Habrán interpretes en español Para pedir otro idioma llamen 410-222-5417. Habra limite de cupo para cuidado de niños de edades 3 12 solamente. Se requiere inscripciones de antemano Llamen al 410-222-5309. (Niños menores de 16 años no pueden asistir talleres.) Cosecha Para los Hambrientos Octubre 2-27 Octubre 2017 La inseguridad alimentaria es experimentada por acerca de 43,000 ciudadanos del Condado de Anne Arundel, 47% de los cuales son niños. (Feeding América) Cada $1 donado compra 8 libras de comida. Done en línea: www.mypaymentsplus.com www.aacps.org/harvest Escriba un cheque a AAC Food Bank, Memo: Harvest for the Hungry" VOLUNTARIO DEL MES Vamos a honrar al primer voluntario del mes para el 2017-2018 en noviembre! Mientras tanto, por favor continúen presentando nominaciones para voluntarios excepcionales aqui. Oficina de Relaciones entre la Escuela y la Familia 410-222-5414 ttudor@aacps.org www.aacps.org/family @SFPartnersAACPS
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 2 3 4 5 6 Tasting of the Rainbow Popcorn Chicken w/pretzel Rod Orange Chicken w/rice Crispy Chicken Sandwich Taco Pizza w/corn Chips Chile w/corn Muffin Hot Dog Pepperoni Stromboli Fiesta Pizza Nacho Fish Sticks w/corn Chips Garden Salad Tuna Salad Taco Salad Chef Salad Spicy Chicken Salad Hummus & Sunflower Seeds Combo Broccoli Baby Carrots Mixed Green Salad Pears Corn Baby Carrots Mixed Green Salad Mandarin Oranges Green Beans Baby Carrots Mixed Green Salad Pineapple Vegetarian Beans Baby Carrots Mixed Green Salad Mixed Fruit 9 10 11 National School Lunch Week 12 13 Popcorn Chicken w/pretzel Rod Steak and Cheese Sub Garden Salad Teriyaki Chicken w/rice Hot Dog Tuna Salad Crispy ChickenSandwich Cheese Calzones Taco Salad Taco w/corn Chips Chicken Quesadilla Chef Salad Vegetarian Beans Baby Carrots Mixed Green Salad Baked Fruit Roasted Pumpkin (L) Baby Carrots Mixed Green Salad Peaches Peas Baby Carrots Mixed Green Salad Pears Broccoli Baby Carrots Mixed Green Salad Mandarin Oranges 16 17 18 Two Hour Early Dismissal 19 20 Pancakes w/sausage Taco w/corn Chips Grilled Chicken Sandwich Chicken Fajitas Garlic French Bread Pizza Italian Sausage Pasta Bake Garden Salad Tuna Salad w/garlic Bread Stick Schools Closed Taco Salad Roasted Butternut Squash (L) Baby Carrots Mixed Green Salad Mixed Fruit Taco Fiesta Beans Baby Carrots Mixed Green Salad Baked Fruit Kale Baby Carrots Mixed Green Salad Peaches 23 24 25 26 27 Popcorn Chicken w/pretzel Rod Macaroni & Cheese General TSO s Beef w/rice Hot Dog Crispy Chicken Sandwich Lasagna w/garlic Breadstick Taco w/corn Chips Cheeseburger w/garlic Bread Stick Tuna Salad Taco Salad Chef Salad Garden Salad Corn Baby Carrots Mixed Green Salad Pineapple 30 31 Pancakes w/sausage Chicken Fajitas Garden Salad Oven Roasted Potatoes Baby Carrots Mixed Green Salad Mandarin Oranges AACPS offers MyPaymentsPlus to manage your child s meal account on-line. Visit www.mypaymentsplus.com to register today. Lunch is only $2.75 and includes the following healthy choices: Lean Protein Veggies* (steamed & fresh) Fruits* (fresh & canned) Whole Grain Breads & Rice Milk (low fat or fat free) Fruits Vegetables Broccoli Baby Carrots Mixed Green Salad Mixed Fruit Taco w/corn Chips Buffalo Chicken Pizza Tuna Salad Taco Fiesta Beans Baby Carrots Mixed Green Salad Pineapple OCTOBER 2017 Every Day Selections vary to create variety: Apples, Bananas, Cantaloupe, Craisins, Grapefruit, Honeydew, Kiwi, Nectarines, Oranges, Peaches, Pears, Plums, Raisins, Strawberries, Tangerines, Watermelon Every Day Selections vary to create variety: Bell Peppers, Broccoli Florets, Carrot Sticks, Cauliflower Florets, Celery Sticks, Cherry/Grape Tomatoes, Cucumber Coins, Peas, Summer Squash, Zucchini *Up to two cups per day. Enjoy! Roasted Pumpkin (L) Baby Carrots Mixed Green Salad Baked Fruit Carrots Baby Carrots Mixed Green Salad Peaches Have you completed the SY 2017-2018 Meal Benefit Application? October 16, 2017 is the last day to receive benefits based on the SY 2016-2017 application. Go to https://applyformeals.aacps.org/ or scan the QR Code. Anne Arundel County Public Schools For questions or comments, contact us at 410-222-5900 Menus subject to change. For more specific menu information, or to sign up for our Pre-Pay Option, contact your school s Cafeteria Manager. Roasted Acorn Squash (L) Baby Carrots Mixed Green Salad Baked Fruit Pizza Fish Sandwich Spicy Chicken Salad Hummus & Sunflower Seeds Combo Green Beans Baby Carrots Mixed Green Salad Pineapple Schools Closed Pizza Fish Taco w/mango Salsa Spicy Chicken Salad Hummus & Sunflower Seeds Combo Taco Fiesta Beans Baby Carrots Mixed Green Salad Pears Interested in a few hours of work? Come join our team! Apply on line at www.aacps.org Click Join Our Team Click APPLY NOW then select Support Staff School-Based Search (type in Food) then Click on Temporary Food Service Worker 1 (Substitute) An equal opportunity employer Bagel, Banana Bread, Benefit Breakfast Bar, Berry Bread, Cereal (Cinnamon Chex, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Corn Chex, Fruity Cheerios, Golden Breakfast Grahams, Multigrain Cheerios), Flip, Frudel, Graham Crackers, Mini Benefit Breakfast Bar, Mini Cinnis, Mini Loaf, Mini Muffin, Mini Oatmeal Bar, Mini Sweet Potato Roll, Muffin, Multi-Grain Breakfast Break, Oatmeal Bar, Pumpkin Bread, Sweet Potato Roll, Ultimate Breakfast Round, $1.50 Zucchini Bread Low Fat & Fat Free Milk, 100% Fruit Juice, Fruit Tune into Food for Thought on AACPS - TV: Channel 36 (Verizon) Channel 96 (Comcast & Broadstripe) HD Channel 996 (Comcast) HD Channel 496 (Broadstripe) HD Channel 1961 (Verizon ViOS) When you see an (L), this indicates locally sourced produce! Food & Nutrition Services SY 2017-18