North Chevy Chase Elem. School
Principal's Weekly Update
October 15, 2023
From our Principal
Good Afternoon NCC Families, This is Principal Wallace-Kimbrue with your Sunday Updates.
Friday November 10, 2023 - Open House for Parents 10:00 - 11:30 am.
Opportunities to nominate outstanding teachers at your school for distinguished awards available this school year.
Each award is unique and has specific nomination guidelines. The teacher awards for consideration are as follows: • Montgomery County Public Schools Teacher of the Year Award • Montgomery County Public Schools Rising Star Teacher Award • The Washington Post Teacher of the Year Award • Shirley J. Lowrie “Thank You for Teaching” Award Important Date • Nomination materials for the Montgomery County Public Schools Teacher of the Year Award, Montgomery County Public Schools Rising Star Teacher Award, The Washington Post Teacher of the Year Award, and the Shirley J. Lowrie “Thank You for Teaching” Award must be received by midnight, Friday, December 22, 2023, and must be submitted to Ms. Sandra J. Karis, administrative services manager, Office of Human Resources and Development (OHRD) via email
Change over from air to heat
In preparation for colder weather, Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) will begin converting mechanical equipment from air conditioning to heat in the next few weeks. Beginning on Monday, October 16, 2023, conversion will begin with elementary and then secondary schools. Schools with special needs students will be evaluated each week based on the temperature forecast to mitigate the impact of the conversion on these students.
Unlike residential systems, most of our schools cannot switch automatically from air conditioning to heating because the same piping is used for heating and cooling. Air conditioning will not be available after the changeover process begins. Preventive maintenance technicians and specialists will be available to assist mechanics as needed during the conversion process.
Mark your Calendar
October
18th- Principal’s Coffee for Fifth Grade Parents
General Membership PTA Meeting (virtual) 7:00 - 8:00 pm
23rd - 31st - Red Ribbon Week
25th - Executive Board Meeting PTA (virtual) 7:00 8:00 pm
27th - Fifth Grade Field Trip Strathmore Music
29th - November 4th - Mental Health Awareness Week
31st- End of First Quarter; Halloween Festivities (more information to come)
November - Indigenous Heritage Month
1st - No School for students - Planning Day for teachers
2nd - Marking Period 2 Begins
8th - General PTA Membership Meeting 7:00 - 8:00 pm
10 - Veteran's Day Open House for parents 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
20th - Early Release Day 1:30 pm
21st - Early Release Day 1:30 pm
22nd - 26th - Thanksgiving Holiday
December
4th - Picture Retake Day
6th - Executive Board Meeting (virtual) 7:00 -8:00 pm
23rd - January 2nd - Winter Break
January -
3rd - Classes resume for students and staff
15th - Holiday Martin Luther King Jr. Day
26th - Semester 1 and Marking Period 2 End
29th - No School for students, Grading and planning for teachers
30th - Semester 2 and Marking Period 3 Begins
Renee D. Wallace-Kimbrue, Principal
North Chevy Chase Elementary School
3700 Jones Bridge Road
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(240) 204-5280
From the Media Center
It's Geo Bee Season!
The Geography Bee is a long-standing tradition here at NCC where students study the geography of one-third of the world during each of their 3 years here at NCC. Students will hear more about this program in the coming weeks in Media class and beyond. Special thanks to NCC parents, Ms. and Mrs. Zaidan for taking a look at this year's Geo Bee packet. This year's focus will be on North America, Central America, and South America. (This is an optional activity.)
- Geo Bee Kick Off with Packets distributed- Week of Oct. 23 (the Geo Bee Study packet will also be on the school's website)
- Geo Bee study buddy work in classes, Media, and during recess in Media Center
- Geo Bee packets due for small prize- Nov. 28
- Geo Bee quiz to determine team for each homeroom class- Week of Nov. 27
- Geo Bee Event- (mid- December in the All Purpose Room)
Hey alright!
Message from the PTA -
There is a districtwide Girls Summit on Saturday, October 21, 9:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m. at Clarksburg High School. Students in 3rd through 12th grades and caregivers (not a drop off!) are invited to multiple supportive sessions on topics including healthy relationships, healthy eating and body image, self-esteem and more! This summit will empower girls and their caregivers through exposure to vital skills and information, networking, and fun activities.
NCC Staff Amazon Wishlists Did you know that NCC teachers and staff must use their own money to buy classroom, department and student supplies as MCPS does not provide them? Please consider supporting NCC students, teachers and staff through a purchase from their Amazon Wishlists below! Links will remain live and updated throughout the year so please check frequently.
Rebecca Bowers, Testing Materials: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3K83D09BZQJUO?ref_=wl_share Holly Brunetti, Art: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/OTMXRLNSRR6B?ref_=wl_share Marty Chappell, 5th grade: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/DP6D3SL6BTHT?ref_=wl_share Monique DeFrees, 5th grade: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1WGY7FZAHUS19?ref_=wl_share Daniella Gonzalez, 3rd grade: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/ZM8O59XV6WGS?ref_=wl_share Shelby Hinman, 4th grade: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/601NQR2AK137?ref_=wl_share Kari Niel, 5th grade: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1ZMQ5UFVGVJFO?ref_=wl_share Crystal Pleasants, Autism Program: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1QK6ATO67T7DJ?ref_=wl_share Portia Queen, 4th grade: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/11728FSOKGRQT?ref_=wl_share Claire Thompson-Neymour, Special Education: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/SJIBO03XUDD7?ref_=wl_share Etty Wannon, Special Education: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3USUDKE58ZOZO?ref_=wl_share Olivia Wong, 4th grade: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/DP6D3SL6BTHT?ref_=wl_share Mary Wormley, Media Specialist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/33J8V4AKLXALD?ref_=wl_share
Please direct feedback, questions and suggestions to Rita Montoya at president@nccpta.org.
Did you know your current food and retail purchases can generate money for NCC PTA? Through Givebacks Shop to Give program, NCC PTA will receive 1% or more in cash back from your qualifying purchases—plus a $5 bonus donation for every new sign up after their first qualifying purchase.
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will hold a virtual public meeting on Thursday, October 19th at 630pm to present the findings of a walkability study for North Chevy Chase Elementary. The meeting will show study findings and discuss the sidewalk and safety needs of students walking and biking to NCC. The study reviewed the condition of existing infrastructure and recommended improvements that may be implemented within the school walkshed to provide safe and accessible routes for students walking and biking to the school. Montgomery County Staff hope the meeting will help educate them about the needs of the NCC community. Online registration is required to attend. Register here. Public feedback and information provided will become a matter of public record. Prior to each meeting listed below, the public is encouraged to review the walkability study found here. Comments and questions may be submitted by phone at 240-777-2192 or email to walkyourway@montgomerycountymd.gov.