Dear Goodnoe Families,

It was great to see so many families at the Back to School Picnic last evening! Thank you to the GES PTO for hosting this fun event! Featured in this week's newsletter are some of our specialist teachers. Be sure to take a look!

Thank you for your continued patience as the district navigates bus delays and cancellations. Please contact the Transportation Call Center to address your concerns at 215-944-1010. Transportation as well as Administration is aware of these problems and working hard to resolve these issues. I am hopeful that these concerns will be resolved very soon. If you receive notification of a bus cancellation prior to dismissal and you want to pick up your child; please contact the Main Office or your child's teacher to ensure that your child is dismissed with our car riders.

This is a friendly reminder that toys or sport equipment from home are not permitted to be brought to school. Past experiences with damaged or lost items have informed us that it is best for these items to remain at home. I appreciate your understanding and support to reinforce this message. Additionally, please refer to the Dress and Grooming section of the Parent-Student Handbook to ensure school appropriate dress. Also note, hats are not permitted to be worn in school. In advance, thank you for supporting these expectations.

Have a great weekend!

Beth

SEPTEMBER

• Wednesday, September 21st - PTO Meeting - 7PM
• Monday, September 26th and Tuesday, September 27th - No School (Rosh Hashanah)

OCTOBER

• Wednesday, October 5th - No School (Yom Kippur)
• Monday, October 10th - Picture Day & PTO OWOWCOW Night 6:00-8:00PM
• Monday, October 17th - Fire Prevention Week
• Tuesday, October 18th - Author Visit Grades 4-6 with John Schu
• Wednesday, October 12th - Early Dismissal (AM Kindergarten attends)
• Monday, October 24th - No School (Diwali)
• Monday, October 31st - Halloween Parade and Parties

CRSD Website

GES Website

GES PTO Website

Home Access Center

CRSD Food Services

CRSD 2022-23 District Calendar

• A "Call Center" will be in operation at the beginning of the school year, providing a live contact in our Transportation Department to help answer questions.
  

• Reach the Call Center directly at 215-944-1010

  • • Reach the Call Center directly at 215-944-1010
    • Find Call Center information at this link.
    • The hours of operation are 6:30-9:30 AM and 2:00-5:00PM during the school week.
    • Call Center will be active from August 29 through September 16.

Updating Demographic Information:

At the start of every school year, the Council Rock School District requires parents/guardians to verify their demographic information.

It is important to know that District/School Notifications, Emergency Contacts, Medication Authorization information, etc. are directly dependent upon your completion of this process.

To update your student’s demographic form:

• Login to HAC.
• Click on “Update Registration”
• Click on “NEW” in the middle of the screen to open the Demographic Update Form 2022

The September lunch menu is available on the homepage of the GES website, and you can find it at the following LINK and pictured below.

To avoid confusion, please review the lunch options with your child each day. Don't hesitate to get in touch with the cafeteria manager at GESCafeteria@CRSD.org if you have any questions.

Lunch Pricing

Elementary School Lunch Price- $2.85

Milk price - $0.55

Click on the link below to access Goodnoe Elementary' s lunch menu.

If sending money in for lunch, please be sure the money is in a sealed envelope with the student name and teacher.

We wanted to share that we are piloting 3 new ELA programs here at Goodnoe Elementary. Our Kindergarten and 1st grades are piloting Reading Horizons for the phonics component of ELA instruction. Second grade teachers and the 4th grade team are piloting My View and the 3rd grade team is piloting Wonders. As we look ahead to choosing a new, robust Language Arts program, using these materials with their students is the most effective way to evaluate the programs to determine whether they are a good fit and match to best meet the future needs of our students. Our goal is always to develop proficient readers and writers with strong critical thinking skills.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions that you may have.

Mrs. Marshall

tmarshall@crsd.org

Mrs. Della Polla

mdellapolla@crsd.org

Literacy Specialists

All students who are in grades K-5 at Goodnoe Elementary now have access to a First in Math account and can start playing. See the slide below for login information. Have fun!

We are excited to continue to offer Chorus at Goodnoe Elementary! All students in 5th and 6th grade are invited to participate. This year, Chorus is held before the official school day starts so families will need to provide transportation to rehearsal. We will rehearse Mondays and Fridays from 8:30am-9:10am. Members should attend one rehearsal a week (either Monday or Friday). Families may choose the day that fits best with their schedule. If you are interested in signing up for chorus, please fill out this Google Form: https://forms.gle/ry16jxFc9vxqKFYj7

Once you are signed up, I will email important information and dates. Chorus will begin on Friday, September 30th so please sign up before that date.

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact me at cmilliken@crsd.org.

Thank you and have a wonderful day!

Sincerely, Ms. Milliken

Students in grades 1-6 have been enjoying introductory lessons and discussions about what the STEAM special is. They are learning that it is OK to try challenging things, to make mistakes, and to work together to solve problems. Mrs. Molishus and Mr. Schmoyer want students to ask lots of questions as they explore this new and exciting special.

I am so excited to be back at Goodnoe as your children’s librarian again this year! It was so wonderful to see students excited about borrowing books from the library. Their book joy was contagious! Please remind your children to keep their books in a safe place at home and return them on their library day each week. A reminder on your phone works well for this.

Kids need lots of books! Please have a quick chat with your younger children about an appropriate amount of books you would like them to take out from the library (1-10). It may then be helpful to bring a tote bag on library day:) I look forward to an amazing library year with your children. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

Sincerely,

Kris Topley

Librarian

ktopley@crsd.org

Welcome back to the Music Room! Classes have been enjoying our welcome songs and activities this week including our all school song “Funga Alafia” and reading and singing our favorite book “All Are Welcome!” Check our welcome songs on our “GES All School Songs” Webpage https://sites.google.com/crsd.org/ges-all-school-songs/home

Special Note to 5th and 6th grade families: All 5th and 6th graders are invited to join chorus this year! We will be rehearsing on Monday and Friday mornings at 8:30am. Students are welcome to join the morning that works best with your family schedule. Keep an eye out for an email next week on how to sign up. Directions will also be posted in the Music Google Classroom. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to Ms. Milliken at Cmilliken@crsd.org

Band lessons are available to students in 4th through 6th grade. If interested in playing an instrument for the first time (beginner), please fill out the attached Lesson Registration Form and return it to Mr. Papazian at school or email (gpapazian@crsd.org) by Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Returning students need not fill out this form.

Art Club is mostly every other Wednesday morning at 8:15am in the Art Room. All dates can be found on Miss Stuart's GES webpage: https://www.crsd.org/Page/60650. Please sign and return the permission slip below along with $10 cash to Miss Stuart by Friday, September 30th. If you have any questions, please reach out to Miss Stuart at emma.stuart@crsd.org.

The beginning of the school year can be stressful and busy. Both children and parents need to get used to new routines not just in school, but also navigating the challenges of busy after school activities. When life seems overwhelming try to take a mindful moment. Here are a few ideas to try:

Take three long, deep, nourishing breaths—breathing in through your nose and out through your mouth. Then let your breath settle into its own rhythm, as you simply follow it in and out, noticing the rise and fall of your chest and belly as you breathe. This will help relax your body. This can also be helpful at bedtime if you or your child is having difficulty falling asleep.

Ground yourself by using all of your senses:

5: Acknowledge FIVE things you see around you.

4: Acknowledge FOUR things you can touch around you

3: Acknowledge THREE things you hear.

2: Acknowledge TWO things you can smell.

1: Acknowledge ONE thing you can taste.

Next time you find your mind racing with stress, try the acronym S.T.O.P.:

• S – Stop what you are doing, put things down for a minute.

• T – Take a breath.

• O – Observe your thoughts, feelings, and emotions.

• P – Proceed with something that will support you in the moment.

When we can manage our own stress, we can model for our children how to handle stress in a healthy way.

Stephanie Rothrock

School Counselor srothrock@crsd.org 215 944-2176

The Bucks IU’s Fab Lab Center has an exciting lineup of after-school clubs and Saturday programs. Click on the buttons below for more information about these activities.

Brighten up your doorstep and support the Goodnoe Garden with the Goodnoe Garden Fall Plant Sale! The Garden is a wonderful resource and outdoor classroom for our students and all funds raised will be used for maintaining and planting the Garden this school year!

Choose from 8" mums for $9.50 (or 3 for $25) in yellow, orange, purple, white, and red and this year ornamental kale for $6.

Pick-up is Thursday, September 22 at pick-up and drop-off (including K).

https://www.gespto.org/form/m/205709

Every family is encouraged to review the Parent-Student Handbook with their child(ren). This is optimal for families new to the school, but it's also an ideal way to have students get back into "school mode." You can view the revised handbook at the link below.

For any student to be considered for free or reduced-price meals for the 2022-23 school year, an application must be completed to determine eligibility. Please be aware that the COVID lunch waiver received for all elementary students to receive free lunch that has been in effect the past three years HAS NOT been granted this upcoming school year. To apply for free or reduced-price lunch:

• Visit https://www.compass.state.pa.us/compass.web/Public/CMPHome to apply online (includes language options other than English)
• Click on this link to download a paper copy of the 2022-23 Free and Reduced Lunch Application
• Pick up a paper copy of the application at Chancellor Center or at any school office
• More eligibility information is available on the Council Rock website

If not applying online via COMPASS, please email your completed application to kmoody@crsd.org or mail to Council Rock School District, Attn: Free and Reduced Lunch Program/Karen Moody, 30 N. Chancellor St., Newtown, PA 18940. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. Additional support is available for internet access. Please click the links below to learn more.

• To apply for affordable Comcast Internet access, click here
• Information about affordable Comcast Internet access is here

Click the following LINK for the form to be completed for Family Educational Trips. Handwritten letters are accepted, however this form is preferred. Please be sure to submit the form/letter at least ten (10) days prior to your trip, for approval. This can be sent to school with your child or emailed electronically to Mrs. Susan Bogucki at SBogucki@CRSD.org

Below are Health Forms required for student health records for next school year. Please note that an Immunization Record is not considered proof of a Physical Exam, as these indicate different types of visits. When asking for Physicals, we are looking for proof of a well visit.

• Kindergarten: A dental and physical dated 07/01/2021 meets the requirement for entry into kindergarten. Up to date immunizations records are also required.
• Third Grade: A dental dated after 07/01/21 meets the requirement for entry into third grade. This can be submitted at any time this school year.
• Sixth Grade: A physical dated after 07/01/21 meets the requirement for entry into sixth grade. This can be submitted at any time this school year.

Please take a moment to review this year's attendance letter from the school district that outlines information regarding Council Rock's policies on student absences. You can find the letter at the link below.

Join CREF and your local PTO/PTA/HSAs for a Back-to-School Glow Dance presented by The FUGE to celebrate 5th and 6th graders across the district!

The event will include a dance complete with an energetic DJ, glow elements, drinks, and a donut bar! While the kids are burning off their energy, we invite the adults to gather in the Parent VIP Lounge to enjoy appetizers and drinks.

The Glow Dance is a great way to connect with other 5th and 6th grade students and their families across the district in preparation for coming together in middle school. Proceeds from the Glow Dance support your school and innovative learning initiatives throughout the district. Click here to register!

NOTE- This is not a drop off event.

Be our partner and join the PTO today! Your annual membership allows access to our online directory, connecting you with Goodnoe families and for special pricing at all PTO events this school year. 100% of your dues and donations will directly fund PTO programs and purchases for the 2022-2023 school year and will allow support for our school, enrichment, and community connections.

Join today: https://www.gespto.org/form/m/202777

School will begin before Labor Day on Monday, August 29th.

School hours:

Student arrival 8:45 - 9:10 a.m.

Student dismissal begins at 3:35 p.m.

Kindergarten hours:

A.M. Kindergarten hours 9:10 - 11:45 a.m.

P.M. Kindergarten hours 1:10 - 3:35 p.m.

Mrs. Beth A. Fox

Principal

Email: bfox@crsd.org
Website: https://www.crsd.org/goodnoees
Location: 298 Frost Lane, Newtown, PA, USA
Phone: (215) 944-2100
Twitter: @BethFox_GES