Montgomery Elementary News
May 5, 2017
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Linda Overbeck, Principal
Amy Debelak, Asst. Principal
Office 686-1730
Absence Line 686-1736
FAX 792-6131
School Nurse 686-1733
Cafeteria 686-1735
Transportation 686-1785
Website: http://www.sycamoreschools.org/Domain/13
Location: 9609 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH, United States
Phone: 513-686-1730
Facebook: www.facebook.com/montgomeryelementaryofficial/?fref=ts
Twitter: @Montgomery_Elem
Montgomery News
Positive Character Trait Word for the Week of 5/8/17
RESPECT – A respectful person treats others with kindness, acts courteously, accepts differences among people, and helps to protect the environment.
Respect means recognizing the value of all people, property, and the environment.
Specials Schedule for the week of May 8, 2017
Monday 5/8 - C Day
Tuesday 5/9 - D Day
Wednesday 5/10 - A Day
Thursday 5/11- B Day
Friday 5/12 - C Day
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
May 11 - Volunteer Appreciation Brunch 9:30am - 11:30am
May 11 - 4th Grade Music Program 6:30pm - 7:30pm
May 12 - Field Day @ Swaim Park
SCHOOL NEWS
OPTIONAL MAP TEST
Sycamore Schools is offering an optional summer MAP administration for grades 2-8. Please click on the link for more details and to register your child for this opportunity. If you have any questions, please email Mindy Zellner, District Gifted Coordinator, at zellnerm@sycamoreschools.org.
PTO NEWS & NOTES
PTO Volunteer Brunch
The staff at Montgomery Elementary invites all PTO members to the annual volunteer brunch on Thursday, May 11 at 9:30 am in the cafeteria. This lovely breakfast is put together by the staff to thank parents for their hard work and continuous support all year long. A short PTO meeting will follow with Amy Debelak presenting information about Sycamore's new Aviation Station -- a mobile STEAM-based classroom that will service the entire district. You won't want to miss this exciting presentation.
School Supply Kits
Montgomery Elementary PTO is again offering SchoolKidz supply kits for your convenience. Each kit is tailored to your teacher’s specifications. Simply go to shopttkits.com, enter account number 91024, choose your grade level for next year, and follow the prompts. Information was sent home in last week's Thursday packets. The order deadline is May 25th, 2017.
Staff Appreciation Week
Thank you to all the families who participated in our fun-filled Staff Appreciation Week! We know the faculty at Montgomery enjoyed feeling special all week long. A special thank you to our Staff Appreciation Committee (Stephanie Rasor, Elizabeth Miller, and Katie Thomas) for putting together this gigantic celebration!
Montgomery Field Day
Field Day is coming and it's better than ever! Montgomery Field Day will take place on Friday, May 12 at Swaim Park (rain date Tuesday, May 16). This revamped celebration is complete with new competitions, increased excitement, and a D.J.! If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Paul Splitt at splittp@sycamoreschools.org.
Fourth Grade Artwork on Display
Before the school year ends, make sure you check out the Fourth Graders final display of artwork as Montgomery Elementary students. A variety of projects from the year are displayed throughout the first floor common areas until mid-May. Also, check Blackboard for Mrs. Carroll's webpage newsletter, the ARTicle. Just go to 2016 Montgomery Elementary - Carroll.
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Interested in First LEGO League?
An information session will be held on Monday, May 8 at 4 pm in the media center at Montgomery Elementary for interested 3rd and 4th graders and their parents.
How to apply:
Applications for FIRST LEGO League (FLL) are now available for students entering grades 4 to 8 in all elementary schools, Greene, and Junior High. FLL involves research, robotics, presentations, and teamwork. Download the form at http://sycamorerobotics.weebly.com/ and follow all instructions. Applications need to be postmarked by Saturday, May 20. We also need volunteer coaches. Please indicate on the form if you are interested or know someone interested.
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AVES HANGER
AVES Hangar Bookstore & Spirit Shop News
Great end-of-year gift ideas! Tervis tumblers, mugs, coffee tumblers, Camelbak water bottles, pennants, and more!
Upcoming Bonus Shopping Hours: Wednesday, May 10, 6-8 P.M.
We will also have Bonus Shopping Hours three nights the following week:
5/16, 5/17, 5/18 (6-8 pm each night).
The last day the store will be open for this school year is Friday, May 19.
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Questions? Email: sycamorebookstore@gmail.com