PGES Pride Press February 2024

On Friday, February 16th MAC will be open until 6:00 PM after early dismissal. There is only room for 20 students. Sign up sheets will be available in the PGES office.

There will be NO MAC on Monday, February 19th due to President's Day.

We are excited for the Tennessee Department of Health's School Based Dental Prevention Program to return to Poplar Grove Elementary. All students are eligible to participate in this free program. We do not have exact dates, but we anticipate the program will take place at Poplar Grove in March. The program happens during school hours. A consent form with more information will be coming home with all students soon. If you would like your student to be seen by the dental hygienist, please complete the consent form and return it to school by the date noted on the form. Feel free to call Nurse B at 615-472-3906 with any questions.

For the month of February, we will be learning about individual personal strengths and positive

qualities that shape our character. We will focus on how these traits can help us work through

challenging situations. We will also be discussing safe and unsafe touch and how to advocate

for ourselves. To show self-advocacy we must be honest with ourselves. Being honest with how

we feel can help us accept our feelings and encourage us to overcome challenges we may face.

You may be wondering what are some of the positive behavior interventions provided at school? With our talented and caring teachers and staff… we are able to meet the behavioral needs of our students with our school-wide PBIS program, Check In / Check Out (CICO), and Parent Partnerships. You know better than we do that our children thrive when we set routines, expectations, and boundaries. Who couldn’t use a little extra support these days? If you are interested in learning more about any of these interventions, please reach out to Mrs. Carroll (Assistant Principal) at carrolljan@fssd.org or 615-790-4720. We love partnering with you in your child’s academic and behavioral education!

TOPIC: Raising a Reader - tips to develop a love of reading

Stay in the know on school closings or late starts by making sure your contact information stays updated in our front office. Contact 615-790-4720 if you need to make any changes. You can also get up to date information by following us on twitter@fssdPGES or liking us on Facebook. Remember when looking for school closings in the news to look for Franklin Special School District, NOT Williamson County or Franklin County.

Mark your calendars for Read Across America Week, February 26th - March 1st. Read Across America is held each year to motivate students to read while also promoting engagement and community.

We are fortunate to also have the Used Book Sale during this time, which allows students the opportunity to purchase books for home. We will celebrate with Spirit Week Dress Up Days. We will also have a Family Literacy Night on February 29 as well as having our computer lab open for 24-25 School Year Registration. See all of the details below.

February 26 to March 1

7:30 AM - 2:00 PM

• Hardbacks $2
• Paperbacks $1
• Books for all ages (parents too!)
• Proceeds to benefit PGS Media Centers

Remember to send money with your student to shop at school.

Please continue to donate gently used books. Collection bins are located in each school lobby.

We would love your help at the Used Book Sale. Click this link to volunteer:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4FA9A829AAF94-47262459-2024#/

Any questions, please contact Jenny Baer (jsbaer@bellsouth.net) or Gracie Bowman (graciehbowman@gmail.com)

Monday, February 26 - March 1

Monday, February 26: Wear your favorite destination/vacation t-shirt - Reading takes you places!

Tuesday, February 27: Dress in your favorite color - Reading colors your world!

Wednesday, February 28: Wear your favorite cozy socks - Reading knocks your socks off!

Thursday, February 29: Wear a t-shirt with words - Reading colors your world!

Friday, March 1: Wear your pajamas to school - Reading is relaxing!

Thursday, February 29th

5:30-7:00

Open Your Mind and Eyes to the Joy of Reading! Please join us for a Family Literacy Night to be held on Thursday, February 29th from 5:30-7:00. Shop the Used Book Sale, Play the LU, Science Experiments, Journal Making, and MORE!

Thursday, February 29

5:00-7:00

Sneak Peak! On Thursday, February 29 As a part of our Family Literacy Night we will also have our Computer Lab open from 5:00-7:00 with plenty of help for families who would like to register for the 24-25 school year that evening. Check this chore off your list early!

Time to Order Your Yearbook!

Yearbook sales begin February 5th.

The last day to order will be March 20th.

Price is $35 +tax

Two easy ways to order:

1. Go to this link https://jhacompany.com/collections/poplar-grove-elementary-school or scan the QR code.

2. If you want to pay with cash or check, forms will come home February 6th.

We are so thankful for all of the ways that Mr. Welch impacts our students, staff, and families. February 5-9 is our opportunity to say thank you for all he does. We love you Mr. Welch!

Be on the lookout for a flyer with additional information about our Spirit night at La Hacienda on February 6th from 4:00 to 9:00 PM.

Valentine parties will be held on Wednesday, February 14th. Parents are welcome to attend.

Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade and 3rd Grade 1:30-2:15

4th Grade 12:35-1:20

Let's all plan to show our appreciation to Deputy Byram on Thursday, February 15th! Cards, hugs, and high 5's are more than welcome. We are so thankful for his calming presence, helpfulness, and for keeping us safe!

Friday, February 16th is a Pride Time Friday. Families are welcome to join us in the MS Gym. We'll get started right at 7:35. If your child is receiving a Pride Award you will be contacted by his or her teacher.

Friday, February 16 we will hold our Annual Kid's Heart Challenge during the related arts block. Families are invited to come and Jump Rope or turn ropes during our Kid's Heart Challenge! Please note the schedule below as PE times are different on early dismissal days!!

Related Arts Schedule for Early Release Days

Kindergarten 8:50 - 9:20

1st grade 8:20 - 8:50

2nd grade 9:20 - 9:50

3rd grade 9:50 - 10:20

4th grade -10:20 - 10:50

Come and watch the current 8th grade basketball players take on the faculty & alumni in a “completely fair & unbiased” game of basketball. This is a longstanding tradition and a very fun family night. Thursday, Feb. 22 from 6:30-7:30 pm

On Friday, February 23rd at 1:00 the 2nd Grade students of PGES will present a musical celebration in our Performing Arts Center (PAC) of many African American musicians and ensembles. These musicians have contributed to modern music history and will be recognized and celebrated during this program.

Featuring songs from:

Louis Armstrong

The Jackson 5

Aretha Franklin

and more!

Parents are welcome to come and watch the program. Please sign in directly at the PAC.

FSSD middle school choir directors are excited to invite current 4th graders to participate in a Choral Festival at our new Performing Arts Center on Saturday, February 24!

Participating students will receive a t-shirt, spend the morning learning and practicing arrangements with middle school choir directors, enjoy a pizza lunch, then meet and practice with current middle school choir students before an afternoon performance for parents.

Registration information is coming soon!

Monday, February 26 - Friday, March 1 from 7:30-2:00 Used Book Sale & Dress up Days

Thursday, February 29 from 5:30-7:00 Family Literacy Night

Thursday, February 29 from 5:00-7:00 Computer Lab open for the 24-25 School Year Registration

FSSD will begin the Registration Process for the 2023-2024 School Year on February 29 running through March 31st.

• Out of Zone applications (FSSD residents) will be accepted from February 15-March 30, 2024, and notifications will be made by March 31, 2024
• Out of District applications (tuition families) will be accepted from February 15-March 30, 2024, with notification as to acceptance by April 8, 2024.

More information will be coming soon but for now, start saving 1 proof of residency: Electric, Water, Gas, and Cable Bills dated Feb. 1 or after are great. Other options are a copy of your lease or a mortgage statement.