Rowayton Elementary School

The Art for the Sky assemblies are this week. Students have been learning about the program and we are all anxious to see what we will create at the big Sky Art Day on Thursday, October 24th.

Please plan to send your child to school wearing the appropriate color shirt.

Mrs. Antunes and Mr. Parlanti collaborated this week to support students in making lifesize figures in motion inspired by artist, Keith Haring. Students changed the position and orientation of their bodies and captured the various poses on paper. We love seeing this connection to create engagement and reinforce learning!

NPS will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. We look forward to another great event and can’t wait to see what our students have to present! Rowayton Third Graders will be welcoming guests with a performance of a popular song. Some of our Grade 3 Students will be reading biographies about famous Hispanic Figures on the stage. We will also have a table displaying projects completed throughout the month. Parents of students performing, please see your emails for information.

Square 1 Art is a fundraiser that displays student artwork on keepsakes for families. Over the next few weeks, students will be working on their Square 1 Art projects and need your help! Sign up below and reach out to Kimmi DeKlyn 503-507-3524 with any questions.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090F4CA4AB2DA6F85-52141084-square#/

Save the date for the parents only PTA Fall Fundraiser on Friday, November 8th! Tickets are available for purchase on the PTA website. See flyer below and let us know if you have any items to help make this year’s fall fundraiser successful!

Pumpkin Parade: The parade will begin at 2:15 on Tuesday, October 31 and will proceed around the blacktop and driveway circle. There will be designated areas for viewing.

Costumes and Attire: Students may dress in orange and black, costumes, or any fall inspired attire. Costumes are not required for the parade.

Costume Guidelines: Please avoid scary masks or costumes that may frighten young children. We want this day to be enjoyable for all of our students. Please do not send children to school with any accessories that resemble a weapon.

Costumes worn to school should allow students to participate in the regular school day (including recess, lunch, and using the bathroom). Any accessories or costume masks should be kept in backpacks or bags until it is time for the parade. Please no full face make up during the school day.

Students may also wear clothing that will fit under their costume and bring the costume to school. We are asking that students be prepared to independently put on their costumes over their clothing. Costumes should be labeled and packed in backpacks or bags.

The PTA will not be hosting a Costume Shop this year. Families in need of costumes can contact our school Social Worker, Stephanie Edwards.

*Kindergarten parents will receive a separate communication from your child’s teacher regarding costume guidelines for that day

In celebration of fundraising for the 2024 Walkathon, the PTA Walkathon Committee will be hosting an inflatable obstacle course for all students on November 1. Kindergarten students were the top earners so they will get to close out the day with additional time on the course. A sign up for volunteers is coming if you'd like to help on this day. All students should wear comfortable clothes and shoes.

The Color of the Month for October is Pink! Pink can represent kindness, love, or shyness. Throughout the month, students will learn about these emotions and participate in activities that support wellness. Students will incorporate pink themes into body, heart, and mind activities. We ask families to join us by considering activities, crafts, or healthy snacks at home that can be used to promote wellness as we celebrate October! Check out a list of pink foods that you can try during this month. Thanks to the Staff and PTA Wellness Committees for facilitating this initiative!

October: Pink Wellness Month - students can wear pink every Thursday

October 24: Art for the Sky - wear your assigned color

October 24: Hispanic Heritage Celebration at BMHS Grade 3 performing

October 31: Pumpkin Parade at 2:15pm

November: Orange Wellness Month

November 1: Walkathon Inflatable Celebration and Harvest Dance

November 5: No School for students

November 7: Picture Retake Day