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Talley Street Update
August 25, 2022
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November 2, 2023
School Picture Update
Roger Cannon Photography has informed Talley that there will be a delay in receiving student photos due to a technical issue. Once we receive more information, we will share it immediately. Sorry for the inconvenience this may cause.
Important Upcoming Dates
- Little Shop Spirit Day: Friday, November 10
- Family STEM Night: Thursday, November 16 from 5-7:30
Talley Rally: All Talley Rally dates as they stand currently can be found on the school calendar.
ATTENTION Isibindi Families!
The Isibindi Talley Rally dates have shifted. Please take a look at the school calendar to ensure that you have the right Talley Rally dates!
Wittzle Pro Champions
Congratulations to our Witzzle Pro champions!
1st place: Aliyah McNeil
2nd place: Matias Salazar
3rd place: Cooper Councill
We are so proud of all of our Witzzle Pro students for working so hard this term!
Talley Thanksgiving Lunch
You are invited to join us for a Thanksgiving Luncheon on Thursday, November 16.
Please complete the form that was sent home and send it back with cash by November 3.
$5 - CASH ONLY
Reservation Instructions:
Send prepayments in a sealed envelope along with the filled-out form that was sent home. We will also accept payments at the Wilson Center (125 Electric Ave.) on November 2nd from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM and November 3rd 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM. Maximum of 2 guests per student.
The lunch schedule for the event is below!
Little Shop Spirit Day
The Talley library has a spirit day at Little Shop this Friday, November 10! This day is extremely important to us as it is our only fundraiser this fall!
This is a perfect opportunity for:
- Holiday shopping for loved ones
- Getting a teacher gift - we'll have teacher wishlists!
- Treating yourself to a new read
- Purchasing a new book to read while staying cozy in this cold weather!
Let them know you're with Talley at checkout! Come during the day for shopping without your kids and after school for activities for the family! Trinity deck and street parking are free after 6 PM, or enjoy a nice walk over!
Questions? Contact Mrs. Long (along@csdecatur.net)!
Family STEM Night
We are thrilled to announce Talley's First Annual Family STEM Night! With a generous donation by the Decatur Education Fund, we are looking forward to having an AMAZING group of STEM experts join us as well as interactive family sessions where you can learn and build with your child. You will also take home activities that can be done as a family. We need volunteers, so sign up by clicking on the image below!
Young Georgia Authors Competition
See the flyer below for information about submitting a story for the Young Georgia Authors Competition. All entries are due by November 30!
Help Shelve Books at the Library!
We have a new sign-up to volunteer at the library for November and December. We would love to have you join us! Thank you for being generous with your time!
- Nov 3: Walk n Roll
Nov 6-10: Crossing Guard Appreciation Week
Nov 9: DEI equity series meeting 2
Nov 10: Snack cart- 3rd grade sponsor
Nov 10: Little Shop Spirit Day
Nov. 15th: Spirit Night @ Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar
Mar. 23: Save the date for TigerFest
Crossing Guard Appreciation Week is next week (Nov. 6-10). Thank you to all who fulfilled ALL of our wish list items to help gift appreciation bags to all 18 of our guards! We will have a card-making station set up at Walk N Roll this Friday the 3rd.
Nov. 9: DEI speaker series part 2. It’s not too late to join in! Facilitated by Talley Street parent and educator, Charlie Copp, “The 6 Myths - Ways White Folks Avoid Race." Meetings via zoom: Nov 9, Dec 7 from 8-9pm.To participate, fill out this Google Form. Email questions to charlesdcopp@gmail.com
Needed items:
Bottled water
Kombucha
Protein drinks (vanilla & strawberry)
Cheetos
Chocolate variety
YEARBOOK PRESALES: Secure yours at the early bird rate of $20 until Dec 31. On Jan 1, the price rises to $25. Don't miss out! Order at yearbookordercenter.com with code 25231
Save the date for TigerFest coming Saturday, March 23rd from 11-3!
Remote Learning Day
Early Release Day
Reminder!! City Schools of Decatur's upcoming Early Release Day is Wednesday, November 29.
Pre-K - 12:15 PM
Lower Elementary - 12:50 PM
Upper Elementary - 12:15 PM
Middle School - 1:45 PM
High School - 1:35 PM
College Heights' infant through preschool program will remain on its normal schedule.
The remaining schedule of Early Release Days includes the following dates:
Wednesday, November 29
Wednesday, December 20
Wednesday, January 31
Wednesday, February 28
Wednesday, March 27
Wednesday, April 24
Schools will communicate more specific details related to the schedule for the day, dismissal, and extracurricular activities.
DHS Soccer Camp
The DHS boys' soccer team is hosting a camp for elementary students during Thanksgiving Break. See the flyer below for more information!
Mead Road Mardi Gras Inspires Sweet Music in Decatur
Don’t store those Halloween costumes after the 31st — Keep them handy for the return of the Mead Road Mardi Gras Parade & Party on February 3, 2024! Students can march with their schools in the parade through Oakhurst to celebrate Mardi Gras and raise funds for the Decatur Education Foundation’s music education grants. More details to come at MeadRdMardiGras.org.
Mead Road Mardi Gras has donated over $35,000 to DEF to fund music and arts grants in the City Schools of Decatur. Over the years, these grants have furnished the Beacon Hill Middle School band with new instruments, infused FAVE with the rhythmic pulse of African drums, and enriched Decatur High School with a new piano, harmonious choral arrangements, and vibrant theatre costumes. In 2023-2024, DEF’s music grants will support a bucket Taiko drum ensemble at Oakhurst Elementary and a diverse collection of music-centric literature for every elementary school in CSD. With your generous contributions, we can make sure that the music never stops for Decatur students! Read more impact stories at DecaturEducationFoundation.org.
Decatur Parent Network
SAVE THE DATE!
Decatur Parents Network will host the screening of Screenagers the Next Chapter: Uncovering Skills for Stress Resilience on November 5 @ 2:45 pm.
For more information and to register, visit https://bit.ly/ScreenagersTheNextChapter
Season of Giving
A Season of Giving is a neighbor-led organization that helps purchase gifts directly for local children and seniors in need!
To apply for assistance, please complete an online application at https://aseasonofgiving.org/child-application/ by November 4th.
**NEW** Applications may be submitted for any child ages infant through 12th grade!
If you are not in need of assistance, please consider supporting our efforts. To become a donor for A Season of Giving, complete the form at https://aseasonofgiving.org/sponsor/. To volunteer, complete the form at https://aseasonofgiving.org/volunteer/.
Social Media and Contact Information
You can find more information on the following Facebook pages:
Talley Street Upper Elementary School PTO
Talley Street Upper Elementary School Parents
Talley Street PE
And these Instagrams:
@talleystreetgarden
For news from our counselors, check out their website:
For more about the Talley Street PTO, visit their website here: https://talleypto.org/.