Happenings at the Hive

Dear Solon Stinger Families,

We are thrilled to bring you the latest updates from Solon Robinson Elementary School! This week marks a momentous occasion for our school community: the grand opening of our brand-new, inclusive playground and outdoor space! After the long awaited construction, we are excited to announce that the updated playground officially opened its gates on Monday.

To kick off this exciting new chapter, our fifth graders were given a special surprise—they had the exclusive opportunity to be the first ones to enjoy the playground first thing in the morning! Throughout the day, all students experienced the joy and excitement of playing on the new equipment, and it’s safe to say that the enthusiasm has been evident. The smiles and laughter echoing from the playground truly highlight how much our students love this new space.

This playground represents not only a place for fun and physical activity but also a commitment to providing our students with a safe and engaging environment to learn and grow. We look forward to seeing our Stingers create wonderful memories on the playground for years to come!

Thank you for your continued support, and here’s to a fantastic fall filled with fun and learning!

Yours in learning,

The Solon Robinson Elementary Team

28th-Nov. 1st - Red Ribbon Week

28th-Nov. 1st - Student Council Pet Drive

1st - Stinger Store Grand Opening!

1st - November birthday sundaes

5th - E-learning day; staff professional development

5th - Texas Roadhouse Dine to Donate

6th - Picture Retake Day

13th - PTO Meeting - 4:00 P.M. (Media Center)

14th - 3rd Grade Music Program - 6:00 PM (Gym)

27th-29th - Thanksgiving Break; no school

6th - December birthday sundaes

11th - Panda Express Dine to Donate

20th - End of 1st semester

23rd-Jan. 6th - Winter Break; no school

Students in Mrs. Corsey's class carried out a science investigation to see which surface soaks up water the fastest. First, they made a prediction of which surface would soak up water the quickest: grass, cement or soil. Then, they made observations and collected data. Finally, students reviewed their observation notes and decided if their observation supported their predictions. In conclusion, softer surfaces soak up water faster than harder surfaces.

In Mrs. Fricke's class, the students worked together to plan, write, and edit a fictional narrative based on a story they read in their Bedtime Tales reader from CKLA Skills class. Then, they each worked independently to create spooky fictional narratives about Wanda Witch and Frankenstein. The kids used their narratives to decorate their lockers for Halloween! Way to go, Mrs. Fricke's Class!

Miss Leslie’s class has been working on Healthy Habits posters to inspire others to make smart, safe choices. They worked together to design and decorate posters for brushing your teeth, wearing sunscreen, getting enough sleep, and washing your hands. You can count on them to be Health Heroes!

The students pictured below are proud recipients of Stinger Tickets, awarded for their exceptional behavior and acts of kindness in the cafeteria. These students have gone above and beyond to create a positive and respectful environment, setting a great example for their peers. Let's celebrate their efforts and continue to spread kindness and good manners throughout our school community!

CPCSC is hosting a presentation about school safety for parents and caregivers later this month. This 90-minute session will cover the district's steps to prevent and respond to safety issues, and how parents can help support our schools to be safe environments for students.

Students in grades 6+ are welcome to attend with their parents, but we ask that you consider whether the content and length of the presentation would be best for your elementary children.

• Wednesday, October 30th from 6-7:30 pm at Col. Wheeler Middle School

To help our team prepare for this event, please sign up to attend the presentation.

We saw lots of smiling, happy, sweaty faces on Wednesday night. Everyone had a blast. Thank you to Brianna Cramer and high school volunteers for helping us. We appreciate all the support.

Our Fundraising order has officially been submitted. We do not have a sales total just yet, but we will update you when our fundraising total is final. The orders will be ready for pick up between Thanksgiving Break and Winter Break. More information to follow about pick-up.

Our Texas Roadhouse Dine to Donate is coming up, Tuesday November 5th from 4 - 10PM. Texas Roadhouse will donate 10% of all Dine-In or To-Go food purchases when you present the flyer. Look for flyers to come home with your students soon.

It's Election Day & a Distance Learning Day, so NOBODY will feel like cooking.

A quick glance at PTO through the end of 2024.

As always if you have any questions for the Solon Robinson PTO, please reach out to us via text/call at 219 661 7550. We appreciate all of your support.

Crown Point High School students enrolled in the Principles of Teaching class are ready to apply what they are learning and need your help. CPHS students, under the supervision of teachers Mrs. Zega and Mrs. Bonner, will host Little Bulldog Play School by creating and leading activities that support engagement and allow them to grow in their understanding and application of what they are learning. Little Bulldog Play School is a student-led experience and is different from our Bulldog Buddies Preschool.

Who: Children ages 3-5 (should be potty trained)

When: November 11 – December 17

Mondays & Fridays 8:30-11:00 a.m.

Tuesdays & Wednesdays 9:00-11:00 a.m.

Where: Crown Point High School, Classroom D142

1500 S. Main Street

Cost: $25 one-time fee

To sign up, please complete this information: https://forms.gle/DnuHHPZuvwxaCmY37

Once signed up, additional information will be shared with you by Mrs. Zega and Mrs. Bonner.

Melanie Pociask, Assistant Principal ext. 17103

Lisa Hovanec, Treasurer ext. 17000

Tina Rosenbaum, Secretary ext. 17002

Chrissy McNeil, Nurse ext. 17081

Email: bmerrill@cps.k12.in.us
Website: https://solon.cps.k12.in.us/
Location: 601 Pettibone Street, Crown Point, IN, USA
Phone: 219-663-2525
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soloncpcsc