Monday Morning Message
October 9, 2023
About Us: Rainbow Elementary School
Principal: Mrs. Maria Stauffer
Assistant Principal: Mr. Jeff Kuciapinski
Attendance Office: (rbattendance@casdschools.org).
The mission of the Coatesville Area School District, rich in diversity and committed to excellence, is to create innovative educational experiences, which are funded by the taxpayers, supported by the community, delivered by dedicated teachers and administrators, to ensure all students will become responsible, contributing global citizens.
Research shows that attendance is critical to student achievement. We want to emphasize the importance of your student’s attendance in both a virtual setting and a brick and mortar setting. If your student is absent or you plan for your student to have an early dismissal, please email excuse notes to rbattendance@casdschools.org within three days of the absence.
Email: staufferm@casdschools.org
Website: https://www.casdschools.org/rainbow
Location: 1113 West Lincoln Highway, Coatesville, PA, USA
Phone: (610) 383-3780
Facebook: facebook.com/coatesvilleSD/
Twitter: @CASDRainbow
Rainbow Students Follow the Wildcat Code!
1.Be respectful
2. Be responsible
3. Be safe
This Week's Schedule Rotation
10/9: Teacher In-Service Day: No School for Students
10/10: Day 5
10/11: Day 6
10/12: Day 1
10/13: Day 2
October Lunch Menu
A Message from Mrs. Stauffer
Dear Rainbow Families,
October is typically a very busy month at Rainbow Elementary School. We begin the month with Fire Prevention Week, quickly move on Red Ribbon Week, and the month finally ends with our Fall Festival Classroom Celebrations. The purpose of all of these events is to celebrate our community, provide fun and engaging opportunities for our students and their families, and continue long-standing school traditions.
- October 11th: PTO Meeting 10/11 6:00-7:00 Room 100 *This is a change from the originally scheduled meeting
- October 9th-13th: Fire Prevention Week *October 13th Fire Safety Assembly by Westwood Fire Company
- October 16th: Rainbow Reps Candygram Sale
- October 18th: 12:30 Early Dismissal
- October 23rd-October 27th: Red Ribbon Week Spirit Week (Information will be provided closer to the date)
- October 26th: PTO Fall Harvest Festival and Trunk or Treat
- October 27th: Fall Festival Classroom Celebrations and Say Boo to Drugs Costume Parade
Fall is here! The leaves are turning colors, the temperatures are finally beginning to fall, and the night sky is getting darker more quickly each day. With October comes a change in the weather. Please send your student to school with clothing that is appropriate for the weather of the day so that they are comfortable and warm when going out to recess.
The change in weather also brings a lot more parents driving their children to and from school. Please be mindful of this and make sure your child, and all of our students, are safe. Please keep your speed down and use the appropriate pick-up and drop-off zone. Please also be mindful and courteous to our teachers who are working to keep your children safe and the flow of traffic moving.
Kind Regards,
Mrs. Stauffer
RAINBOW SEPTEMBER PAW RECIPIENTS
- Zoe Christino- Dr. Chrisman shared that Zoey follows the Wildcat Code and is responsible, respectful, and safe. She comes to class every day with a smile and is ready to learn new things. She often says "I love school! I am so excited to be here!" And we are so excited to have her here, too!
- Jacari Shockley: Mrs. Delli shared that Jacari is a true Rainbow Wildcat. Jacari has excellent listening skills. Jacari is friendly and helpful with classmates. He is a leader in our class.
- Kingston Hardy: Mrs. DiFrancesco shared that Kingston is a respectful, responsible, and safe wildcat! Kingston always remembers to bring his back pack to school, to sit quietly on his bottom during learning times and in the cafeteria, and to use walking feet in school. Kingston is always focused during learning times and participates in class. Keep up the great work, Kingston! We are so proud of you!
- Aaron Barr: Mrs. Farr shard that Aaron has had no trouble becoming a Wildcat. He does a wonderful job showing respect, being responsible and safe in and outside of the classroom. He has been a great role model for fellow classmates and shows strong qualities of an astonishing learner!
- Baylee Martinez: Mrs. Talarico shared that Baylee has already demonstrated that she is an Awesome Wildcat! She is respectful, responsible, and safe at school. She is also very helpful and kind. If another student seems like they need a helpful friend, Baylee is there for them. I look forward to Baylee continuing to be an awesome wildcat throughout the school year!
- Mackenzie Pugh: Mrs. Wooten shared that Mackenzie follows the Wildcat Code at all times. She is always happy and gets along with peers and adults. She participates during learning and is always willing to help others in need. Mrs. Wooten is super proud of her!
- Khristiannalie Zamora Yambo: Ms. Hornsby shared that Khristiannalie is a wonderful addition to the classroom. She is always happy and positive and willing to help out anyone who needs help. She participates in lessons and is always following the Wildcat Code, both in class an out in the school.
- Naomi: Ms. Marshall shared that Naomi embodies the qualities of a Wildcat; responsible, respectful, and safe. She is a genuine young lady whose willingness to help others creates an encouraging environment for everyone around her. Her dedication and leadership qualities helped her earn the position of captain for the first round of the Safety Patrol. She takes a serious approach to her studies, adding her creativity and personal spin to make meaningful learning experiences. Her confidence, sense of humor, and humility exemplifies the spirit of a Wildcat!
- Jacob Long: Ms. Mathisen shared that Jacob is new to Rainbow, and already stands out as a true Wildcat. He comes to school ready to learn and is always eager to talk to me about how the Phillies are doing. He has a heart of gold and a wonderful personality. Jacob has made such a great first impression that he already earned his Safety belt. I am so proud of how well he has adjusted to his new school.
- Kaden Short: Ms. Talley shared that Kaden has been a delight to have in class! He participates throughout lessons and hold the Wildcat Code close to his heart. Kaden always uses his manners and makes me/himself proud every single day.
- Sam Law: Mr. Reeves shared that Sam is showing leadership skills, that other students can follow. He is prepared, engaged, and always giving his best effort. He is a shining example of a Rainbow Wildcat!
- Adrian Espinosa: Ms. Schaeffer shared that Adrian started the school year so excited to start band lessons again! While visiting Mrs. Marshall's class, he followed the Wildcat Code by being respectful to me and asking polite questions. She can already tell what a responsible student Adrian is both on the saxophone and in his classes!
- Lamar Jones: Mrs. Johns shared that Lamar is listening and following the Wildcat Code in PE! He is helpful to his classmates and knows our class procedures and rules. Way to go Lamar!
- Eduardo Rodriguez-Martinez:Dr. Bisazza shared that Eduardo is an amazing wildcat! He follows the Wildcat Code! He is eager to learn and he is growing every day as a reader!
- Ja'Nasia Thompson: Mrs. DeLorenzo shared that she is proud to nominate Ja'Nasia Thompson for the PAWS Award. Ja'Nasia is an attentive, hard-working student. She is always a respectful and responsible Wildcat! Ja'Nasia is a role model for all Wildcats!
- Anthony Ali: Mrs. Kaiser shared that Anthony has been following the Wildcat Code by being responsible, respectful, and safe. He has been a great helper and role model to the new younger students in her classroom!!
- Julieanna Love: Mrs. Andrews shared that Julieanna follows the Wildcat Code. She is respectful and helpful to her classmates.
- Ellie Kaiser: Mrs. O'Dwyer shared that Ellie always follows the wildcat code, she is respectful, responsible and safe. She works hard and always tries her best!
- Lola Santiago: Mrs. Valenta shared that Lola always follows the Wildcat Code. She is always respectful, responsible, and safe. She has had a great start to the school year and has been nominated to be a safety!!
- Mason Skinner: Mrs. Matta shared that Mason follows the wildcat code. He is respectful towards peer and teachers. He completes his work and always tries his best. Way to go!
- Nora Antonelli: Mrs. Elicker shared that Nora is an enthusiastic WIldcat! She is super positive and excited to learn and help others!
Related Arts Team Spotlight
Meet Rainbow's Related Arts Team!
Word that Describes the Team: Energetic
Favorite Thing About Kindergarten: Getting to know many students.
Team Quote: “Best part of everyone's day.”
Fun Fact: We have 125 years of teaching experience between us.
Team Word of the Year: Coverage
PTO Corner
Rainbow PTO Meeting
PTO Meeting on Wednesday October 10th in Person Rainbow Room 100 AND Virtual option Zoom Link
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76990404317?pwd=EBeUdGwSbswCB1DtNOyc5nb70tNNQk.1
Meeting ID: 769 9040 4317
Passcode: 7hrdq7
Wednesday, Oct 11, 2023, 06:00 PM
Room 100 Rainbow Elementary School, West Lincoln Highway, Coatesville, PA, USA
Fall Book Fair is one week away! All for Books Slime Mr. K Challenge and Book Fair Preview coming home in backpacks this week. This year, we highly recommend the utilization of eWallets to minimize the necessity for cash within the school building.
Check out the Rainbow PTO Website for upcoming Volunteer Opportunities! https://www.runpto.com/u/casd_res_pto/Title Information
Your child attends Rainbow Elementary School, which receives Federal Title I funds to assist students in meeting state achievement standards. Throughout the school year, we will be providing you with important information about this law and your child’s education. Please review the attachments informing you about your right to request information about the qualifications of the classroom staff working with your child.
In Case you Missed it!
Fall Festivities
Dear Rainbow Families,
We will be celebrating school and classroom Fall Festivities on Friday, October 27th. Your child’s teacher will be providing you with classroom Fall Festivities information the week of October 9th. If you are donating a treat for classroom festivities, all treat donations must be store bought. Individually wrapped items such as individual bags of pretzels or Rice Krispie treats are preferred.
Our Fall Festivities coincide with Red Ribbon Spirit Week. On Friday, October 27th, our theme is “Say BOO to Drugs!” Students may wear a costume to school to participate in “Say BOO to Drugs!” Spirit Day. Students can wear their costumes to school in the morning and enjoy wearing them all day! Because students will be wearing costumes all day, be mindful of costumes and bathroom usage. Please be sure costumes are school appropriate (no gore, weapons, or complete face coverings) If your child plans to wear any face paint it must be applied at home before the start of school.
We will be having a “Say BOO to Drugs!” costume parade at school. Students from Kindergarten-5th Grade will be showing off their costumes during a parade. Be sure that your student wears comfortable shoes and appropriate clothing because, weather permitting, the parade will be outside. If it rains, the parade will not be held. The parade will start at 2:00 PM. Parents are welcome to come and watch the parade that will take place on the back playground. We ask that parents do not enter the building for parties unless they are a designated homeroom parent. If you plan on picking your student up from school immediately following the parade, an early dismissal note must be submitted to the main office the morning of October 27th .
If you have any questions, please contact your child’s teacher. If you wish that your student does not participate in school and classroom Fall Festivities on October 27th, please contact your child’s teacher and an alternative activity will be provided.
Kind Regards,
Mrs. Stauffer, Principal
Mr. Kuciapinski, Assistant Principal
A Message from Rainbow's PTO
- Rainbow PTO Fall Fest is Thursday October 26, 2023. Please register your car today! Flyer attached.
- Our first fundraiser of the year is underway, Joe Corbis order forms were sent home last week. Please check your child's folder if you haven't seen it.
It's Book Fair time!
Message from the School Nurse
When to keep your child home from school
As we head into cooler months, we are starting to see more sickness -flu, colds, sore throats, and coughs. Sometimes it’s difficult to decide whether to keep your child at home. Here are some general guidelines to follow to help keep our staff and students healthy!
Per the school policy, please keep your child at home if they exhibit any of the following symptoms:
- fever (temperature 99.8 or higher), chills
- persistent cough
- unusual skin rash
- abdominal pain
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- sore throat
- congestion/ runny nose (not associated with seasonal allergies)
- pink, crusty eyes
Children should remain at home at least 24 hours without fever or vomiting/diarrhea following an illness.