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The Compass 5/20/2024
Arbor View Elementary
Mission/Vision
Mission - Arbor View will engage all children in learning experiences to establish a foundation for success
Vision - To ensure the growth and development of all learners
From The Office
As we wrap up another school year, I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude to each and every one of you. This year has been filled with achievements, growth, and unforgettable experiences. It wouldn't have been possible without your support and dedication.
To our amazing students, thank you for your hard work, enthusiasm, and resilience. Watching you learn and grow is always the highlight of my year. Your curiosity and determination inspire all of us every day, and we are so proud of all you have accomplished.
To all of our parents and guardians, your partnership and trust are invaluable. Your involvement and encouragement have made a significant difference in your children's education, and we are grateful for your continued support.
To our dedicated teachers and staff, thank you for your commitment and passion. Your tireless efforts to provide the best education and a nurturing environment for all students do not go unnoticed. Your creativity, patience, and dedication make Arbor View a special place.
Together, we have created a positive and enriching environment where our students can thrive. As we look forward to the next school year, I am confident that we will continue to build on our successes and face new challenges with the same spirit of collaboration and determination.
Wishing you all a relaxing and enjoyable summer break. Thank you once again for an exceptional year.
Dr. Sidders
This Week
Tuesday, May 21st - E day
Wednesday, May 22nd - A day
Thursday, May 23rd - half day
- 9:15 - 5th Grade Celebration
- 10:00 - 5th Grade Reception
- 10:45 - 5th Grade Clapout
- 11:30 dismissal
Friday, May 24th- Summer Vacation for kids
- Teacher Inservice
Upcoming Dates/Important Events
August 8th - 24-25 Open House at 5:30
August 13th - 1st day of school
Subscribe to our calendar at - AV Calendar
PTO News and Minutes
The password for the directory is Sidders21
Arbor View PTO Minutes
Date | time May 13th, 6:30 p.m. | Meeting called to order by Shawna Michener, President
In Attendance
Shawna Michener called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m. The following PTO board members were in attendance: Troy Sidders, Principal, Shawna Michener, President, Angie Ballard, Vice President, Alison Johnson, Secretary, and Tracy Connor, Board Treasurer.
The following parents and teachers were also present: Molly O’Tool, parent, Rachel Kabore, parent, Sarah Stephens, parent, Annie Thompson, parent, Adrianne Heithoff, parent, Andrea Steffes, parent, Nikaela Schroeder, parent, and Stacey Falk, EPSF President.
The PTO minutes from April 1st, 2024, were read. It was moved by Nikaela Schroeder, seconded by Sarah Stephens, to approve the minutes as read. All those present unanimously approved the motion.
Principal’s Report & School News
Dr. Sidders reported on school news. Field Day will be this Friday, May 17th, and the last day of school will be next Thursday, May 23rd. Dismissal will be at 11:30a.m.
Treasurer’s Report
Tracy reviewed the treasurer report. The only income was a Venmo test of $36.00. Expenses totaled $$6,740.71 and included classroom support, Staff Appreciation week, the Kindness Committee, Woot Woot Wagon, 5th grade Outing and the board approved new Preschool tables. The ending balance was $64, 903.42, however Shawna Michener noted that the new playground equipment went in and cost around $40,000, and that expense hit at the beginning of May. It was moved by Adrianne Heithoff, seconded by Rachel Kabore, to approve the Treasurer Report. All those present approved the motion.
Committee Reports
· Directory
o Nothing to report.
· Yearbook Committee
o Nothing to report.
· Staff Appreciation Week
Nothing to Report.
· Spirit Wear
o Nothing to report.
· Woot Woot Wagon
o Nothing to report.
· Kindness Committee
o Nothing to report.
Fun & Fundraisers
· Carnival
o Molly O’Tool and Alison Johnson discussed the carnival. It was a great night, and everyone felt that it was well received after the Tornado. The attendance was large. Tracy Connor reviewed the income, and $17k net profit was made, which will all be donated towards Tornado relief, via the Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation.
OTHER BUSINESS
Stacey Falk, President of the Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation, spoke to the PTO about how the Foundation is assisting the families affected by the Tornado. Elkhorn Public Schools has a master list of all those affected and is designating gift cards as requested to those families, via the Foundation. If you would like to request assistance, please contact the Elkhorn Foundation at (402) 289-1727 and say that you would like to request Tornado assistance.
After much discussion, it was moved by Annie Thompson, seconded by Angie Ballard, to donate all Carnival funds to the Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation to be distributed to affected Tornado families as requested.
Dr. Sidders and the PTO discussed his sleeping on the roof, since the goal was hit at the Fun Run, he will sleep on the roof this Thursday evening, May 16th.
Shawna Michener discussed the Arbor View PTO scholarship and recipient. We must fund the remaining $4,500 of the $5,000 scholarship fund to receive the 100% match from the Foundation. It was moved by Alison Johnson, seconded by Sarah Stephens, to approve the motion. All those present carried the motion.
Shawna discussed the new playground equipment. It has been installed and now we are just waiting on the sunshade.
Shawna discussed the end of the year Volunteer Party. It will be Wednesday, May 22nd at 6:30 p.m. at The Good Life. More details are to come.
Shawna adjourned the meeting at 7:41p.m.
Tornado Relief Fund
How To Donate Instructions:
The tornado on April 26th severely impacted at least 75 families, including staff, in the Elkhorn Public Schools district. To support those affected, the Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation will begin collecting monetary donations for the “Tornado Relief Fund” and will work with the Elkhorn district administrators to distribute funds to families in need of assistance.
Ways to donate:
Donate via Foundation website
Go to the Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation website (www.elkhornfoundation.org)
Click on the red “Tornado Relief Fund” button on the left-hand side of the screen
Complete the form accordingly
Scan the QR code
Using a device, scan the QR code, and it will take you to the donation form.
Mail a check
Mail a check made payable to:
Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation
20272 Veterans Dr.
Elkhorn, NE 68022
Please indicate “Tornado Relief Fund” in the memo line of your check.
2024-25 Online Registration Reminder
For the upcoming school year, EPS will again utilize an online registration system that will allow parents of K-12 students to log in and update information and complete all Back-to-School documents. As a reminder, to use this feature, parents/guardians will need to have a parent-access account in PowerSchool.
If you do not have a parent-access account, please follow this link for directions on how to create an account. However, this is a preparation step, and you will not be able to complete the online registration process until July. An email will be sent to the primary PowerSchool account email address when online registration is available.
If you have an account created but need to add additional students, please follow this link for directions:
If you have any questions or need assistance setting up your account, please call the main school office.
Summer Athletics and Activities Camps
Annually, EPS coaches and sponsors host summer opportunities for athletic and activity skills development by hosting camps and clinics. The list of 2023 opportunities is currently available online at https://www.elkhornweb.org/blog/summer-athletics-and-activities-camps-3/.
*Please note this list is only inclusive of camps and clinics hosted by EPS coaches and sponsors as related to their duties within the school district and does not include opportunities offered by outside organizations.
Nebraska Voter ID Law Information
Nebraska Voter ID Law Information
Nebraska’s new voter ID law (LB514) requires all registered Nebraska voters to
present a photo identification (ID) when voting in an election in Nebraska. Please click here to learn more.
Early Intervention Services Reminder
Elkhorn Public School Families - if you have any concerns regarding your young child’s development, don’t hesitate to reach out to the EPS Early Intervention team. Our dedicated professionals are here to support you and your child’s needs. Visit Elkhorn Public Schools Early Intervention for more information.
Technology Resources for Parents
ScreenSanity - Resources and guidebooks for raising children in an increasingly digital world
SmartGen Society - Resources and workshop presentations about digital wellness, safety, and privacy in the digital age
Visitor Guidelines
Visitor Guidelines
At Arbor View as well as all school buildings, the doors will remain locked during the school day, and all visitors will gain access using the security camera/access panel outside of the school’s main entrance. Office staff will grant access after you do the following steps:
Push the button and wait for an identification request.
Give your name and purpose for entering the school.
When you hear the door unlatch, enter and proceed to the office.
Sign in on the visitor sheet and take a visitor sticker/badge.
When leaving the building, return to the office and sign out and place your sticker in the trash can.
If you have brought something that your child has forgotten, please drop it off at the office, we will be happy to take it to your child. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us to minimize classroom interruptions.
Online Art Shop!!!
Hello Arbor View Families!
Thank you so much again for supporting the art room fundraiser. I have gotten a few emails about placing late and additional orders! If you would like to download additional pieces of art that come home throughout the year, you can always add those to your account and order through the month of July! Arbor View's art room will benefit and earn money on those orders!
What does the money go toward?? Consumable art supplies! Things are expensive and need to be replaced often: crayons, markers, paint, pencils and erasers, glue sticks, drawing paper and cardstock! In addition, I am saving for a hanging system for our building to make my life easier to display artwork! It is a win/win!
Mrs. Wellendorf
Art Teacher
We're Hiring!
EPS is currently seeking to fill open teacher assistant positions, specifically in the following areas:
Secondary TA: assist with general and special education students in grades 6-12 in the areas of small and large group academic work, academic interventions, student supervision, and basic clerical duties.
Starting Wage: $16.70/hour
English Learner TA: assist students who have limited English proficiency by supporting EL services under the direction of a certified regular education teacher.
Starting Wage: $17.25/hour
Young Adult Program TA: assist young adult learners with verified disabilities in the areas of classes, vocational opportunities, and community experiences.
Starting Wage: $17.20/hour
To learn more about open teacher assistant positions or complete an online application, please visit https://bit.ly/epsjobs.
News from the Nurse
A Note from the Nurse…
● If you received a health screen referral letter within the last few months please visit the appropriate medical professional and have them complete the bottom portion of the letter and return it to school with your child if you have not already done so.
● It’s not too early to start scheduling your school physicals!
○ Students who will be entering Kindergarten in the fall or who are new students from out of state will need to submit a physical exam and vision exam (including test for strabismus, amblyopia, and acuity) dated after February 17, 2024, as well as a current immunization record including the kindergarten booster shots. See below for the required immunizations.
○ Students entering the 7th grade in the fall will need to submit a physical exam dated after February 13, 2024 and an updated immunization record including a Tdap booster.
○ Students wanting to participate in a sport at the middle school or high school must have a sports physical completed sometime after May 1, 2024 and uploaded to your school.
**7th graders still need to submit a physical exam to the front office as well, as these are different systems.
**Health records should be submitted to school prior to the first student day on August 13, 2024.
**Health records should be submitted to school prior to the first student day on August 13, 2024.
February is dental health and heart health month! Encourage your children to brush their teeth twice a day, floss once a day, and have a check up with a dentist every 6 months. Encourage eating a healthy diet and getting plenty of regular sleep and exercise to promote a healthy heart.
Thank you!
Sarah Hehn, RN, BSN shehn@epsne.org
Drop Off and Pick Up Procedures - All Students (K-5) will be dropped off at the front of the building
- Students should begin exiting vehicles once the vehicle has pulled as far forward as possible
- Staff will be outside to assist with drop off and pick up, please pay attention to signals on where to pull up and when to move forward
- Drivers are to stay inside the vehicle at all times in the drop-off/pick-up lane
- Students should enter and exit the vehicle curbside
- Students should use the crosswalk to cross to the parking lot. They should never cross in front of traffic in the drop-off lane.
- Please wait your turn in line and do not cut the line to make a drop-off or to pick them up (everybody is here for the same goal and same reason, please be mindful and respectful of that)
- If your child is unable to unbuckle/buckle themselves, please practice at home. This is a skill they need to be able to do independently.
- Please be patient and a positive role model for our children. These procedures are in place to help maintain a safe and respectful environment.
- It is unlawful to park in a handicap stall without proper licensing.
- For safety purposes, pets are not allowed to be brought at the beginning or ending of the school day. Pets, even when on a leash, can become excited and frighten students.
Traffic Flow
Traffic in the right lane should pull forward if there is space available. Children can be dropped off anywhere along the sidewalk as long as they get out on the curbside.
We expect all drivers to be courteous and to follow the established rules of the road in and around Arbor View Elementary.
Please make sure to share this with anybody who may be dropping off and/or picking up your children.
Sodexo Information - Lunch and Breakfast
Dear Parents,
As we begin the new school year we wanted to give you the following information for student meals. We ask that you keep your students account funded to prevent any issues with their purchases. Applications for free/reduced meals for the current school year must be submitted annually to receive free/reduced meal prices and the additional benefits that can be provided to families who qualify. Instructions for completing an online or hard copy application can be found at https://www.elkhornweb.org/parents/lunch/
2023-2024 Breakfast & Lunch Prices
Breakfast:
Elem: $1.75
Middle: $1.95
High: $2.15
Adult: $2.75
Lunch
Elem: $2.95
Middle: $3.65
High: $3.80
Adult: $4.60
*1 milk is included with a purchased meal. Extra or single milk (without a purchased meal) is $0.55 each.
Extra entrée and ala carte items have an additional charge
**You will receive an email when your student's account is below $5.00 daily as a reminder. The easiest way to avoid any issues is to set up an Auto-Deposit function on your student's account, instructions can be found below.
MAKING DEPOSITS
SETTING UP AN ONLINE ACCOUNT INSTRUCTIONS - This will allow you to make deposits, view the account, set reminders, and add an auto-deposit option if preferred.
*EPS partners with SchoolPay for student lunch accounts. To add funds, go to
www.schoolpay.com and log into to your user account.
MAIL CHECKS payable to EPS, that include your student name and student ID Number to Sodexo, EPS Food Service, 1401 Veterans Drive, Elkhorn, NE 68022
SEND LUNCH MONEY WITH YOUR STUDENT TO SCHOOL, include the student name and student ID number preferably in an envelope for elementary students to give to their teacher.
We look forward to continuing to serve our students healthy and nutritious meals!
Elkhorn Food Service
1401 Veterans Drive Elkhorn, NE 68022
402-289-0443
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SRP Protocol
School Supplies
Text Messaging
Teammates: Call for Mentors
TeamMates: Call for Mentors
Did you know by giving just 30 minutes of your time each week, you can make a positive, lasting impact on the life of an EPS student? Currently, 14 students are awaiting their chance to have a TeamMates mentor, and you can help! Apply online at http://bit.ly/2vNtESK today and be matched with your student by Spring Break!
Arbor View Elementary
Tracy Santelman, Admin Assistant
Arbor View
Email: arborview@epsne.org
Website: https://www.elkhornweb.org/arborview/
Location: 5115 N 208th St, Elkhorn, NE, USA
Phone: 402-289-1007
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElkhornPSAV/
Twitter: @ElkhornPS_AV