Dolvin Diary
November 2, 2023
Assistant Principal's Message
Dear Dolvin Families-
Tuesday 11/7, is a Remote Learning Day for students due to the State-wide Election. Students will not come to Dolvin on this day. Students will be given work by the teacher to complete on Tuesday and turn in when they return to school. This is still considered a school day, but the instruction will be asynchronous assignments to be done at home. If you have any questions about what your child should be doing, please reach out to their teacher.
Thank you,
Andy Stein
Assistant Principal
PBIS Parent Corner
We’d love to have your Feedback on PBIS! Please take a moment to fill out this form, and let us know how we can help you!
Click HERE to access the form. Thank you for your time!
Attention Third, Fourth, and Fifth Grade Parents- Measuring Up Book Order Information
Each year we are asked, "How do I prepare my child for the Georgia Milestones?" This year we are offering the opportunity to purchase a grade-specific series which provides comprehensive instruction and ample practice on all the key skills and concepts covered by the Goergia Standards. Books along with access to online answer keys are available for Grades 3-5 in Reading/ELA and Math.
If choosing to order these books, parents pay with MasterCard or VISA credit/debit card through Online School Payment. All orders must be placed through the Online School Payment Program (see below for details) beginning Monday, November 6, 2023, and ending Wednesday, November 15, 2023. NO ADDITIONAL OR LATE ORDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Online School Payments:
Access the OSP link located on the Dolvin Elementary School website homepage. You will find it on the left end underneath the scrolling photos. You can access the website by clicking here: Dolvin Website
Please note:
- Student ID# is required to make payments through OSP. This is the same number as the student's lunch account.
- On the OPS Dolvin ES Homepage you will see the listed activity names:
- Measuring Up Books- ELA
- Measuring Up Books- Math
Please be sure to select the drop-down option for the grade level book you are wishing to purchase. All students take the GMAS for the grade they are in, regardless of Continuous Achievement Levels. (Ex: All 3rd Graders take the 3rd Grade ELA GMAS and the 3rd Grade Math GMAS).
If you have any questions, please reach out to Carre Halron at Halron@fultonschools.org.
Thankful for Reading Day
Do you have a favorite book you like to read?
Do you love to curl up with a good book?
To help us celebrate our love of reading,
we will be having Thankful for Reading Day
on Friday, November 17.
Thankful for Reading Day is coming soon! This is a day where students and staff will participate in a variety of reading activities throughout the day as well as regularly scheduled instruction. Your child can either dress up as their favorite book character or wear their pajamas and bring a small stuffed animal that can fit in their backpack.
Please make sure their costume is school appropriate, not scary, and reflects a book character. Have them bring their book along with them.
During the day, students will get to hear their teacher read their favorite books, meet special readers, and get to do “Flashlight Reading” which is where they silently read their own favorite book with a flashlight and lights off. If they bring their flashlight to school, please be sure it is packed in their book bags for the bus ride to keep everyone safe. This is going to be the best Thankful for Reading Day yet! Your teachers will be sending you more information soon in their weekly updates so be on the lookout for more details.
Media Center News
Art News
Please save the date for FINE ART NIGHT: Wednesday, December 6. There will be a chorus concert and an art show. The art show is a fundraiser for our art program. Parents will be able to purchase their child’s artwork in a gallery style frame. Framed, high quality reproductions will also be available. Children’s artwork make great gifts!! Please plan to come to school on Wednesday, December 6, and support The Arts at Dolvin.
Music News
Resources in Different Languages
Heritage Spotlight - Mexico
Thank you Ana Hernandez for sharing your family’s heritage of Mexico.
Johns Creek Diwali Festival
Thank you to all of the students that helped color the rangoli art that will be displayed at the Johns Creek Diwali Festival.
Johns Creek Diwali Festival will be on Saturday, Nov. 4th from 4pm- 7:30pm.
https://johnscreekga.gov/recreationandparks/special-events/diwali-festival
Parent Volunteers
We welcome and greatly appreciate our volunteers at Dolvin! If you would like to be a volunteer, you must complete the Volunteer Registration Application prior to volunteering. For volunteer information and frequently asked questions on the Fulton County Schools website, click HERE.
The Summit Counseling Center
COVID-19 Case Reporting
Breakfast and Lunch at Dolvin
Dates to Remember
November 2
Spirit Night (All Day) - Marlow's Tavern
November 3
Bingo Night - 5:00 p.m. and 6:45 p.m.
Spirit Day
November 7
Election Day - Remote Day for Students
November 8
Spirit Night (All Day) - Craft Burger
November 17
Thankful for Reading Day
November 20 - 24
Thanksgiving Break - Schools closed
December 6
Fine Arts Night
December 14
Winter Class Parties - Grades 3 - 5 (students and pre-approved volunteers only)
Spirit Night (All Day) - Marlow's Tavern
December 15
Winter Class Parties - Grades PreK - 2 (students and pre-approved volunteers only)
Stay In Touch With Dolvin
Dolvin Website: dolvin.org
Dolvin PTA Website: dolvinpta.org
Dolvin PTA Email: dolvinpta@gmail.com
Dolvin Foundation Website: dolvinfoundation.org
Teacher's blogs
Twitter (X): Follow us at @DolvinES
Dolvin Diary - A new issue comes out the first and third Thursday of the month. Please read to keep up with current events at the school.
Peachjar: Various flyers are sent home via Peachjar.
Dolvin-specific flyers come to your inbox on Thursdays. All can be viewed following the link
on the homepage at dolvin.org or click HERE.
LED Sign: Located on the corner of Buice Road and Jones Bridge Road.
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PTA News
Dolvin PTA Rockin' Reader!
The Dolvin PTA proudly presents the 2023/2024 Rockin’ Reader Program.....AND WE NEED YOUR HELP IN MAKING THIS YEAR'S PROGRAM ANOTHER GREAT SUCCESS!
Rockin' Reader has always been a highlight for the children, so please consider volunteering in an effort to promote literacy and inspire a child's love of reading!
Who?
Any Dolvin parent or grandparent! You don’t even have to have a kindergartener!
What is the time commitment?
About 1 hour
When?
A Friday of your choice from 8:30 a.m. to 9:20 a.m.
What will I be doing?
Reading one book to one child per kindergarten class for a total of 5 students, about 10 minutes each. No need to bring books as they will be provided for you!
How do I sign up to volunteer?
1. Sign up for a Friday of your choice using this link - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A054CA9A62EA4FD0-43700822-20232024#/
2. Complete the volunteer registration form if you haven’t already done so this year using the following link – https://www.fultonschools.org/Page/9539
“Day Of” Details?
Upon arrival, check in at the front desk and proceed to the Rockin’ Reader rocking chair located in the kindergarten wing. Find the white kindergarten binder and sign in. All further instructions will be in the binder.
Questions?
We look forward to another great year of the Dolvin Rockin' Reader Program!
Foundation News
The Foundation would like to start off this season of THANKS, by thanking our amazing donors and sponsors! Your generous donations helped build the foundation for success.
All Pro Dad Chapter Meeting
AMMS presents "Matilda Jr."
Get your tickets today to see Autrey Mill Middle School’s production of Matilda Jr. on Saturday, November 11th at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Over 60 students are involved in this production - you don't want to miss it!
It is a gleefully witty musical about a girl who dreams of a better life and the children she inspires. This musical will have the audience cheering from their seats as we are all reminded of the power of imagination!
Tickets can be purchased here - https://autreymillms.seatyourself.biz
JCHS Soccer 5K For Heroes
Grab your entire family for a morning of fun while showing your appreciation for the heroes in your life and support for the JCHS Soccer Program. Run, walk, or make a donation. Remember to mention the soccer player to receive credit. If you don’t know one, please put down Coach Bowler as the recipient. Scan QR code or go to https://jchs.redpodium.com/jchs-2023-5k-for-heroes