Blazer Blast

We had a fun kick off to our annual Town Hall meetings this week. Town Halls are an opportunity for grade levels to meet as a group to embrace our Trailblazer habits (Bravery, Ownership, Caring, Growth) and Trailblazer actions (Imagine, Investigate, Influence, Interconnectedness)

Over the next six weeks, our teachers will collaborate to showcase BRAVERY and then we will have a student-led Town Hall during the last week of October.

Looking to get more involved with the school?

Want to help teachers and staff with projects?

Want to receive sign ups to volunteer for PTO sponsored events such as Field Day, Depp Jam, etc?

There will be many ways for volunteers to get involved!

Click here to find out more information and to sign up for the Depp Volunteer Database.

All volunteers are required to have a background check through Secure Volunteer. It's easy and takes less than 5 minutes! This needs to be completed every three years. Please click here to begin the process.

For the Depp Elementary breakfast and lunch menus, click HERE

This year as part of the annual update for students, parents were given the ability to opt in to receive an email receipt when students check out books from the media center. There has been some confusion with these emails, as they originally had a header that read Lost or Damaged Book Receipt. We believe that this header has been changed to read Today's Book Checkouts. We are sorry for any confusion this may have caused and most likely your student does not have lost or damaged books at this point. The new email should include the books students check out and their due dates and will have the Subject Today's Book Checkouts. If you no longer wish to receive these emails, or wish to opt in, but didn't, please email Mrs. Davies at davies_jamie@dublinschools.net. Thank you!

Dear Depp Community,

I am writing to let you know that I will be leaving Abraham Depp Elementary to work at a school closer to my home. My last day at Depp will be Friday, September 13th. This decision wasn’t an easy one, and it comes with mixed emotions as I reflect on the wonderful experiences I’ve had here. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you. The support and friendship I have received from this community have meant so much to me. The teachers, staff, and students have made my time here truly special, and I will always be grateful for the knowledge and experiences I’ve gained. Thank you for being such an integral part of my journey and for making my time here so memorable.

With sincere gratitude and warmest regards,

Brandy Snelling

Administrative Secretary

Families can now find direct links to Enrichment Activities and Visual & Performing Arts Activities available in our community and beyond on the Enrichment Opportunities page on the DCS website.

At Depp, we foster the Trailblazer Traits of Bravery, Caring, Ownership and Growth. Our grade level town halls will begin in September and we will focus on exploring what it means to show these traits both within and outside of our school community. We are kicking off the year with Bravery. We believe that Brave Trailblazers take risks, try new things and are willing to be a leader.

As we move through our exploration of Bravery, parents can extend this learning at home by:

• Modeling bravery. Children learn more from what you do than what you say. Take on new challenges and show your child what it means to be brave.

• Acknowledging your child. Let your child know that you see them as brave and that it's okay to feel unsure. You can say something like, "You can do it; I know how brave you are".

• Accepting fear. Help your child identify their fears and accept that it's natural to feel them.

• Encouraging positive self-talk. Teach your child to talk positively to themselves.

• Giving your child permission to fail. Let your child know that it's okay to try something and fail, and that they can learn from their mistakes.

• Trying new things together like eating adventurous foods, exploring a new place, or playing a new game.

Books about Bravery:

I Will Be Fierce! by Bea Birdsong

I am Courage by Susan Verde

After the Fall by Dan Santat

I'm Not Scared, You're Scared! by Seth Meyers

What Do You Do with a Chance? by Kobi Yamada

Amy Diller, LPSC

Last Names: A - L

614-718-8923

diller_amy@dublinschools.net

Christin Loose, LPSC

Last Names: M - Z

614-718-4810

loose_christin@dublinschools.net

We have had a recent spike in parents skipping the drop off line and parking in the lot to release students in the morning. In the essence of school protocol and student safety, please review our guidelines:

Arrival:

• All cars must stay in the carline unless permission has been granted by Administration.
• No parking and walking students up.
• Parents/Guardians must stay in the car, do not exit to get your student and their belongings out. Staff will help if needed.
• Students exit curbside (passenger side of car).
• Students may not begin unloading cars until 9:00am
• Suggestion: Have students prepare to exit the car while waiting in line to ensure a smooth process.

Dismissal:

• Do not park and walk up to get your student unless permission has been granted by Administration.
• Parents/Guardians need to stay in the car. Staff will assist your student if needed.
• Please avoid distractions (i.e. texting and talking on the phone)
• Students need to enter the vehicle on the curbside.

Thank you for adhering to these requirements as we work to ensure a safe and efficient arrival and dismissal.

Window signs for car riders will be available for pick up at our meet the teacher event on August 14th. This is to be placed in the windshield or visor with your student's last name during dismissal.

Are you experiencing economic hardship such as: job loss, death of a family member, sudden move, divorce, health issues, or an unexpected emergency? Dublin City Schools partners with many organizations that can help!

Click here for more information.

Thursday, September 19th

Fall Picture Day

Friday, September 20th

6:00-8:00 p.m - Depp Dash (Community Fun Run)

Thursday, October 10th & Friday, October 11th

4:30-7:30 p.m. - Community Night/Book Fair - Depp Playground/Library

Wednesday, October 16th

4:00-7:45 p.m. - Parent Teacher Conferences

Thursday, October 17th

6:00-8:00 p.m. - Fall Festival at Leeds Farm

Thursday, October 24th

4:00-7:45 p.m. - Parent Teacher Conferences

Troy Ehrsam, Principal

Burt Stellers, Assistant Principal

Diana Mack, Teacher/Administrator on Special Assignment

Amy Diller, School Counselor (Last Names A-L)

Christin Loose, School Counselor (Last Names M-Z)

Abraham Depp PTO (DeppPTO@gmail.com)

2024-2025 PTO Events

Instagram: abrahamdepp

Facebook: Abraham Depp PTO

Email: depp_info@dublinschools.net
Depp Website: https://depp.dublinschools.net/
Location: 9001 Gardenia Drive Plain City, Ohio 43064
Main Office Phone: 614-718-8642

If your child will be absent from school, please email our attendance line at ades_attendance@dublinschools.net. You can also call our attendance line at 614-718-8642

Nominate a Deserving DCS Staff Member!
The Golden Shamrock Award, established by Dublin City Schools in 1990, recognizes two exceptional employees seven times a year. Open to all staff, winners are surprised at work and honored at a Board of Education meeting. Nominations, accepted year-round from anyone, are reviewed by a committee of community and business representatives. For details or to nominate, visit the Golden Shamrock Award webpage. First-semester nomination deadlines for 2024-25 are September 20, October 25, and November 15.

Dine & Donate with Rusty Bucket on September 16th!
Support LiFEsports by dining at any Rusty Bucket location on Monday, September 16, 2024. When you use code LIFESPORTS16 for online orders or dine in, 15% of your bill will be donated to the organization. Don't forget to upload a photo of your itemized receipt for the donation!

City of Dublin

Emerald Connector Public Meeting

The Emerald Connector is a proposed crossing over I-270 from Tuller Road to Emerald Parkway, providing vital access to quality health care and jobs, while preserving mobility in Dublin and northwest Columbus. Join a public meeting 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 12, in Council Chamber. A virtual meeting option will also be available. Learn more.

Self-Empower with Self-Defense

Experience an interactive self-defense class with Dublin Police officers on Sept. 10. Boost your confidence and equip yourself with essential skills for personal safety. Register here.

Reduce the Stigma, Save Lives

It’s Suicide Prevention Month — Hear from the Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation and Dublin Police during an afternoon of community support around mental health awareness. Crown Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM Dublin hosts the event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7. Find out more details.