August 16

PBIS Pep Rally and Parade 1:30pm *new time!

August 20

PTA General Meeting with Popsicle & Play Social

5:15pm beginning in The Nest

August 22

TAG Parent Teacher Meeting 5pm in Media Center

Scouting Parent Sign Up in the cafeteria 5:30 pm

August 29

PreK, KDG & Grade 1 Parent Teacher Night 5:30pm

September 2

Labor Day - No School for Students

September 3

Teacher Work Day - No School for Students

September 4

District Professional Development Day - No School for Students

September 5

2nd & 3rd Grade Parent Teacher Night 5:30pm

September 10

Fall Picture Day

September 12

4th & 5th Grade Parent Teacher Night 5:30pm

Morning Drop-Off - Daily drop-off begins at 7:10 AM. For the safety of our students, there are no drop-offs allowed in the parking lot. All car drop-offs must be made in the carpool area, or parents must park in a visitor’s or unspecified parking space and walk students to the front door. Please do not park in Handicap spots.

Arrival and Dismissal

Walkers At Dismissal - For student safety, adult supervision is required for students dismissed as walkers.

Bus riders - Bus assignments are based on the student’s home residence and may not be changed to accommodate after school play/visit plans.

Carpool Pickup - Please park in the pickup or dismissal area along the front curb. This allows for a safe and speedy carpool. Carpool students should be picked up by 2:45 PM. Please note that REES staff are not authorized to buckle or secure children in their seats at carpool. If your child needs assistance buckling into their car seat, please slowly drive over to an available visitor parking spot to finish securing them in their seat.

Early check-out must occur before 2:00 PM.

Dismissal Change Policy- For the security of our students, all Dismissal Changes must be in writing and received by 10:00am. Changes may be faxed to 470-254-4557. No changes may be made by phone or e-mail.

Dear River Eves Elementary School Community,

It is with profound sadness that we share the news of Cecilia Panizo’s passing on Friday, June 28, 2024. Cecilia, a cherished member of our school family for over 15 years, made a lasting impression on us all.

Known for her boundless kindness and care, Cecilia was like a second mother to many of us, always offering support, guidance, and warmth. Her deep connections with everyone in our community were a testament to her generous spirit and selfless nature.

Despite any personal challenges she faced, Cecilia was a constant giver, always ready to lend a helping hand. Her legacy of compassion will continue to inspire us all.

We extend our deepest condolences to Cecilia’s family and friends during this difficult time. We understand that many of you wish to offer your support to Isabella, Cecilia’s daughter. However, we kindly ask that you refrain from discussing Cecilia with her while she is at work, as this is an incredibly tough period for her. If you would like to send a note or card, please drop it off with me, and I will ensure Isabella receives it when she is ready.

In honor of Cecelia’s memory and to carry forward her spirit of kindness, we will be dedicating a special area in our courtyard garden to her. More details to come soon.

Thank you for your understanding and respecting Isabella’s wish to not openly talk about the passing of her mother at this time.

- Susan Gowin, Principal

This year River Eves Elementary will be hosting a PBIS Pep Rally on Friday, August 16th at 1:30pm*. Please come and celebrate the 2024-2025 school year with us! Parents may line up outside the building to cheer on our students. We are also requesting that parents do not come into the building to check out their child after the parade. *Please note that this is a new time.

The River Eves PTA is excited to kick off the 2024-2025 school year!

PTA's NEW WEBSITE!

• Click HERE to visit and create a free account. Once you complete the form you will receive an email with a link you need to click and verify within 2 hours. If you don’t receive it right away, check your Spam/Junk folders.

JOIN PTA!

• Once your account is verified you can login. There is a “Quick Link” to Join on the home page. (Become a Member/ Families). For more information you can see the “Membership” page under “Our PTA”.

DOWNLOAD the APP

• The PTA website also has an app! Download “Membership Toolkit” from the App Store or Google Play. (After registering on the website, use your same login information on the app.)

CORPORATE MATCHING

• Does your employer offer corporate matching or an employee flex fund? River Eves PTA is a 501(c)(3) organization and you could double your donation! Click HERE for more information on corporate matching.

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Follow us on Instagram: @riverevespta and Facebook: River Eves PTA

Contact us: riverevespta@gmail.com

Help us fill the STEM Stop Room by purchasing an item from the school's Amazon WIshlist HERE

Make a tax-deductible donation to support our 2024-2025 efforts HERE

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Thursday, August 22 at 5pm : TAG

Thursday, August 29 at 5:30pm : Pre-K, KDG and 1st Grade

Thursday, September 5 at 5:30pm : 2nd and 3rd Grade

Thursday, September 12 at 5:30pm : 4th and 5th Grade

Thank you for planning to attend! Please note that Parent Teacher Night is geared toward an adult audience. If you need to bring your child to the event, we will kindly request they stay in the media center with our amazing specials team. The option to stay in the media center will only be offered to current students at River Eves. Older or younger siblings will have to remain with parents and/or guardians. Thank you for understanding.

The Back-to-School website for the 2024-25 is now live at www.fultonschools.org/backtoschool. Through that link, you can find information about new FCS leaders, academic programs and curricular changes, safety and security initiatives, technology enhancements in schools, bus transportation and school meals information, as well as other need-to-know news about the upcoming school year.

• When: Tuesday, August 20 at 5:15pm
• What: Hear PTA's plans for the school year and vote to approve the 2024-2025 PTA Budget. Then head to the upper field playground for popsicles and to chat with new + old friends in our River Eves community!
• Where: The Nest (REES Media Center)
• Popsicle + Play Social following meeting on the new Upper Field Playground. Free King of Pops for River Eves students + siblings. Please RSVP for popsicles at the following link: https://riverevespta.membershiptoolkit.com/form/m/299148

Parents, thank you for reviewing the below dress code policy. Students are expected to respect the school community by dressing appropriately for an elementary educational environment. Parents will be notified of any exceptions to the dress code (Spirit Days, etc.). Teachers who have a concern about a student and the dress code may discreetly contact either the principal or the assistant principal. Thank you!

• Children’s clothing must be the appropriate size and provide adequate coverage. Please note that bare midriffs are not appropriate for school.

• Clothing must be in good taste with no suggestive wording nor contain illustrations or advertisements for drugs, alcohol, or tobacco products.

• Appropriate shoes must be worn to ensure student safety.

• Hats will only be permitted on designated days.

Parents,

Please see the attachments below for important information about our Student Success Skills (SSS) program this year. This program is designed to help students develop essential skills for their overall success. If you prefer to opt out, the attachments include details on how to do so.

Attention parents and guardians of students in grades 1 – 5. Recently, the state of Georgia has introduced new early literacy legislation aimed at improving reading skills among our young learners. We want to make sure you are fully informed about what this means for your child. Please see the attached document for more information.

Fulton County Schools is making its Student Code of Conduct & Discipline Handbook available online in PDF format (click the link below). Once you have read the electronic version and have reviewed the contents with your student(s), please take a moment to complete the Acknowledgement of Receipt Form by using the provided link below. All parents and students MUST sign this form found within your INFINITE CAMPUS PARENT/STUDENT PORTAL ACCOUNT (after August 1)

If you would like a paper copy of the Handbook, you or your student can pick one up in your school's front office.

• CLICK HERE FOR THE FCS STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
• CLICK HERE FOR INSTRUCTION ON SIGNING OFF ON THE STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

At River Eves Elementary School, volunteers are vital to the success of PTA programs and many school-based programs. Please consider giving your time by registering as a volunteer with Fulton County Schools.

To volunteer, you must complete the process at www.fultonschools.org/Volunteer

Once your registration is accepted, you will be cleared to volunteer for two years. Please note, after the initial registration is completed by you, it will take at least 48 hours to be approved. Additionally, the first time you visit the school to volunteer, we are required to scan your drivers license.

Annually, the Board of Education selects a private company to offer affordable group accident insurance to students. Details about the insurance are included in the attached document below. Any inquiries about the insurance can be directed to Fulton County’s Risk Management Department.

It is strongly recommended that parents consider this option since the school system does not provide any insurance coverage for students. Parents/Guardians of students involved in school activities are responsible for covering any medical expenses resulting from accidents or injuries to their child(ren).

At River Eves Elementary School, we believe in celebrating the achievements and positive contributions of our students and staff members. Whether it's a remarkable accomplishment, an act of kindness, or a demonstration of outstanding character, we want to hear about it!

We invite you to use the QR code below to shout out a student or staff member for a significant event or situation deserving recognition. This could include:

• Exceptional academic achievement
• Acts of kindness and compassion
• Demonstrations of leadership or perseverance
• Going above and beyond to help others
• Displaying outstanding character traits

Your words of appreciation and acknowledgment not only lift the spirits of the individual being recognized but also inspires others within our school community. By celebrating these moments, we foster a culture of positivity, encouragement, and support.

Please take a moment to fill out the form linked here and share your shout outs with us. Let's celebrate the wonderful accomplishments and contributions of our students and staff members together!

Let's show our school spirit! Every Friday is Spirit Day! Students are welcome to wear school colors on Fridays and there are some awesome spirit wear options that can be purchased online. Just click on the following link! Go Eagles!

https://riverevespta.membershiptoolkit.com/shopeagleswag

If you have questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to our team. The first point of contact will always be your child's teacher.

• Allyson Hewett - Instructional Support Teachers (IST) – Ms. Hewett coordinates programs and service delivery for special education students, as well as the coordination of educational testing for students who are referred for special education services. Parents with questions about the special education process should contact the IST for information. hewettad@fultonschools.org; iveyj@fultonschools.org
• Laura Lavoie - Assistant Principal - Ms. Lavoie oversees student information, grading, standardized testing & discipline. lavoiel@fultonschools.org
• Kiara Exum - School Counselor - Ms. Exum works with school personnel to foster a positive learning environment for children. She assists parents in understanding children and in developing positive attitudes, techniques, and strategies essential for constructive child rearing. exumk@fultonschools.org
• Ginny Long - Curriculum Support Teacher (CST) Ms. Long supports parents with questions involving curriculum, class placement, and diagnostic placement assessments. Ms. Long also supports teachers to improve the quality of teaching and learning in science and math. longg@fultonschools.org
• Stacy Storr – Student Support Team and 504 Chair – Ms. Storr leads the Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS) team in using the problem-solving model to identify appropriate interventions to ensure every learner has the opportunity to succeed. Ms. Storr also serves as the 504 chairperson. . storrSB@fultonschools.org
• Brittany Brewer – Humanities Coach – Ms. Brewer works with teachers to improve the quality of teaching and student learning in reading, language arts, and social studies. BrewerB3@fultonschools.org
• Ramona Fair – Data Clerk – Ms. Fair provides assistance and support in the maintenance structure and processing of data necessary to facilitate proper scheduling, updating, and monitoring of student records. She is responsible for ensuring attendance, scheduling, and student record data within infinite campus is accurate. She is also responsible for new registration and withdrawals. FairR1@fultonschools.org
• Kasey Vermilya – School Social Worker – Ms. Vermilya serves as the liaison between the school, home, and community to support attendance, social-emotional, and academic needs of students. She also conducts student/family assessments to determine barriers in accessing and engaging in the educational environment to help identify ways to best support students and families. vermilyak1@fultonschools.org
• If further assistance is still needed, contact the Principal, Susan Gowin. gowins@fultonschools.org

- July, 2024

- August 1, 2024