10/22 - Picture Day (rescheduled from 9/27)

10/21-10/25 - Red Ribbon Week

Parents/Guardians,

Cogburn Woods and FCS values feedback from our stakeholders. The district is administering an Annual Perception Survey to students, staff, and parents/guardians from Weds. October 16th through November 22nd. After administration, the district will publish summarized reports. We will analyze the data for emerging themes on strengths and areas for growth. This will eventually be incorporated into the schools public Balanced Scorecard.

Please support our school and the love you have for our teachers, staff, students, and community by taking a few minutes to fill out this FCS survey!

https://www.fultonschools.org/AnnualParentSurvey

Excused and unexcused absences easily add up to too much time lost in the classroom, putting students at risk academically. In order for students to learn and achieve their fullest potential, it is critical that they attend school and are engaged in the learning process. Student absences, whether excused or unexcused, impact a child's ability to succeed in school. Some absences are unavoidable. The important thing is to get your children to school as often as possible and on time! Please don’t forget to email: cogburnattendance@fultonschools.org (and cc the teacher) when your child is absent.

Additionally, please remember that the late bell rings at 7:40. Students need to be in their classroom ready to learn at that time. If you are a car rider, please leave a few minutes earlier in the morning to get your child to school on time. Lateness causes disruptions in learning, and it has an impact on academic success. You will receive an emailed letter from your school social worker once your child has accumulated 12 tardies. If you have any questions, please reference FCS Attendance Policy, https://www.fultonschools.org/attendancematters, reach out to the school, or contact Randi Downey, LCSW, school social worker: downeyr@fultonschools.org

Hello – My name is Michelle Patel, and I grew up in West Bloomfield, Michigan. I have been living in Georgia for 24 years. I went to Western Michigan University and studied Social Work and Psychology. I became a staff member at Cogburn Woods after I was surplused from Alpharetta Elementary School.

I have loved working at CWE from the day I started. The community, the staff and the students have always been close. It truly has felt like a home. It has been so much fun watching multiple siblings walk the CWE halls. I love when they come back to visit as Middle School and High School students. I have so many favorite memories here but the one that stays in my heart is the Thanksgiving Feast when the chorus would sing on stage during this time. I have always loved the Tradition that Lisa Garosi started when having Our now senior students walk the halls of CWE. It is such an inspiration to see these kids all grown up and getting ready to embark on their next journey in life. I am grateful I have been able to call CWE home for the last 20 years

Red Ribbon Week is October 21-25th! This year’s theme is “Life is a movie; film drug-free!” During this week, we will be talking about how to make healthy choices for our bodies by saying “no” to drugs and alcohol.

To help others have healthy food, we will be having our canned food drive to benefit North Fulton Community Charities throughout the week. The grade level that collects the most items by the end of the week will win a popsicle party!

This fun week will conclude with our second annual Red Ribbon Week Parade on October 25th at 9:30! Parents are invited to the view parade and cheer on their students! Please do not arrive before 9:05 as Hopewell Middle will be in the middle of carpool arrival.

How to log into Beanstack:

1. Go to classlink https://launchpad.classlink.com/fcs

a. Username: FCS student id #

b. password: birthday (MMDDYYYY)

(reach out to your teacher for this info)

2. Click on elibrary

3. Click on Beanstack

4. Click on "Hallow-Read"

5. Start logging your minutes

OR Download the Beanstack App to log your minutes

A leaderboard is updated weekly located outside the Learning Commons. Get reading and logging your minutes so you can see your name listed.

November is National Family Engagement Month, and we are thrilled to invite you to Family Matters, a hands-on learning celebration of all FCS families!

Click the link for a quick recap of Family Matters last year. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IvRqAbYy3zM

This year’s events will take place at two locations:

· Mimosa Elementary: November 13, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

· Gullatt Elementary: November 14, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

At Family Matters, you'll have the opportunity to engage in 20-30 exciting learning sessions, including:

· Real-life Math: Fun activities that connect math to everyday experiences

· Real Time Cooking: Have fun cooking together as a family with a bonafide Chef

· Looney Literacy: Make reading come alive with interactive storytelling

· Spoken Word & Music: Celebrate the power of words and rhythms

· Cultural Dance: Explore and enjoy different cultural traditions through dance

· Sensory Room: A calming space to support all students' sensory needs

· Free College Application Month Room: On-site assistance to complete FREE college applications and FAFSA assistance

· College Essay writing: Learn how to write impressive college essays

· Robotics and Coding: Learn easy techniques to control robots and drones

Join us for an evening filled with games, prizes, vendors, and FUN learning! We’ll provide dinner for every guest as we come together to honor the rich diversity and strength of ALL Fulton County families.

13080 Cogburn Rd.

Milton, GA 30004

Phone: 470-254-2845

Fax: 470-254-2854