Important PPES Information:
Piney Point families,
This week has certainly been exciting with all the delays and changes in weather. Please remember that we try to have the children go out for recess whenever possible. It is very important that they are dressed appropriately for the weather. We do not have "loaner" coats to give the children nor do we have a place where they can be supervised inside. If the weather is cold, remind your student to dress appropriately!
Parent Pick up Survey Just a reminder from our bus drivers, please make sure that you are pulled over to the right as close ae you can. We have had some reports that it is becoming difficult for the to make the turn to exit.
- There are so many fantastic things happening in our efforts to support SMCPS students with disabilities. Please use this survey to share your praise, story, or news about successes at PPES!
- We have a ton of coats and hats in our Lost and Found. If you are missing anything, please have your student look through the items in the cafeteria. At the end of the school year, we donate all items to the local donation center.
Be sure to review this entire newsletter each week as it will provide you with valuable resources and information.
~Mrs. Zeier
Attendance Reminder:
We are coming off a busy time of year with so many fun activities and family obligations. Sometimes after a long break, it can be overwhelming and difficult for some students to come back to school. Please remember that even when it's hard to get to school because we are tired or feel behind it ultimately makes things easier for our students when they are in the building. Attending school, even when we are tired and "just don't feel like it", also builds healthy life and work habits for the future.
Parent Cheat Sheets for Math
Did you know that The Math Learning Center, the creator of our Bridges Math Curriculum has a collection of activities, organized by grade level and content that can be used by students and families at home?
Check out their site by clicking the icon below or type in mathathome.mathlearningcenter.org in your browser.
Please remember to return library books on time. At the end of each month, Mrs. Anderson will send out notices reminding students of books that are overdue or of fines that need to be paid.
To see what your student currently has checked out to them or any fines that have been assessed, the student can login to Destiny through Clever or via Direct Login. Here are the steps for the direct login.
Go to elibrary.smcps.org.
Click on the appropriate school.
Select the “Login” option from the top right of the page.
Enter the correct login credentials. Your login information is the same as your regular login credentials.
Username: 3 initials and last 4 digits of student ID number (Example: abc1234).
Password: regular network password
After logging in, click the “My Info” tab at the top and the student’s current checkout and fines (if applicable) will be displayed.
SMCPS provides some wonderful databases and ebook options for our students. Use the link provided to access the SMCPS Database and Ebook S’More.
Need a laptop charger?
Need to purchase a laptop charger?
You can do one of two things:
1. Email your child's teacher or the Library Media Specialist Mrs. Anderson (lwanderson@smcps.org) that you wish to pay for the missing laptop charger. A fine then can be assessed so that you can pay using My School Bucks, sending in cash, or a check (made out to SMCPS).
OR
2. Go directly to the DELL store. You can purchase directly from their website and have it shipped to your home.
Ensure one of these links is being used:
www.dell.com/mpp/smcps (click Shop Recommended Solutions to get to the discounted power cords)
www.dell.com/mpp/smcps-chargers (leads directly to the purchasing portal)
If you purchase from Dell, please make sure that you label the charger with the student's first and last name before sending it to school. If you have any questions, please contact your child's teacher or the Library Media Specialist Mrs. Anderson(lwanderson@smcps.org).
Purse BINGO
Our biggest fundraiser of the year, the Purse Bingo, is on March 2nd. We are looking for sponsors. Sponsorships help offset the costs of purchasing purses. Below are the suggested amounts. Please email the PTA if you're interested in sponsoring (piney.point.pta@gmail.com). Thanks to Conor Loughran for being our main event sponsor!
Family sponsor amounts:
Blue $25
Gold $50
Beacon $75
Business sponsor amounts:
Blue $100
Gold $150
Beacon $250
Upcoming Events:
- Jan 24th: Paint night
- Feb 9th: Kids Bingo- this is a free event for PPES families!
- Mar 2nd: Purse Bingo at the Second Dist. Vol. Fire Dept. Hall. Tickets: $35 in advance, $45 at the door. There will be food and drinks for purchase, a 50/50 raffle, and brown bag raffle items. Tickets go on sale for PPES families on Jan 15th.
Join the PTA
It's time to renew your PTA membership dues!
2023-2024 Membership/Dues Cost: $20
Dues payment link:
https://pineypoint.memberhub.com/
Why join the PTA?
- Your membership dues help us achieve our goals of helping students, teachers, and staff.
-You will receive school updates. Signing up will keep you in the loop with what’s going on at PPES.
-Signing up to join the PTA is not a commitment. We won't force you to volunteer- but we do appreciate all the help we can get! If you join there are also no meetings to attend.
Thank you for your support!
Birthday Treats
What Do You Do If Your Student Is Ill?
While school attendance is vital to your student’s education, a sick child belongs at home. Please review the Sick Day Guidelines below to assist you in making that decision
KEEP ME HOME IF...
- I have a temperature higher than 100°F.
- I'm throwing up or have diarrhea.
- My eyes are pink and crusty.
SEND ME BACK TO SCHOOL WHEN...
My symptoms have significantly improved or resolved.
I haven't had a fever or fever-reducing medication for 24 hours.
I haven't thrown up, had diarrhea or had medications to control these symptoms for 24 hours.
If antibiotics have been prescribed, I have been taking them for at least 24 hours.
CALL THE DOCTOR IF...
I’ve had a temperature higher than 100°F for more than 2 days.
I've been throwing up or having diarrhea for more than 2 days.
I've had cold symptoms for more than a week and they aren't getting any better.
I still have asthma symptoms after using my asthma medicine (and call 911 if I'm having trouble breathing after using an inhaler).
KEEPING YOUR STUDENT WELL
Hand washing is the number one way to stop the spread of disease. Twenty seconds of soap and water scrubbing before meals and after bathroom breaks is a great way to start this healthy habit. Encourage this practice at home.
Ensure adequate exercise and rest periods.
Provide proper nutrition, including a good breakfast.
Encourage good daily hygiene, including brushing teeth.
Review the rules of safe play.
Please click the link below for information regarding your child's bus number, bus stop location, and pick-up and drop-off times. If you have specific questions regarding bus transportation, please call the Department of Transportation at (301)-475-4256.
For all parents of PreKindergarten and Kindergarten students: An adult must be present at the bus stop when students are being picked up or dropped off. If an adult associated with a PreKindergarten or Kindergarten student is not present at the bus stop at the end of the school day, the bus driver will return the student to the school and the parents will be contacted to come to the school to pick up the student.
Volunteer Application
Schoology
Connect with Mrs. Zeier
Email: tbzeier@smcps.org
Website: https://ppes.smcps.org/
Location: 44550 Tall Timbers Road, Tall Timbers, Maryland 20690, USA
Phone: 301-994-2205