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Tussing Tidbits

May 2019

Tussing TidbitsMay 2019

Tussing Elementary

7117 Tussing Road, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068


  • Phone: 614-834-2600
  • Attendance Voicemail: 614-834-2601
  • Fax: 614-834-2615


http://www.pickerington.k12.oh.us/tussing-elementary/

Right to Read Week

Ay Mateys! We are getting ready to set sail with a book! There will be special, pirate-themed days May 6 - 10 for Right to Read Week!


THIS Monday, 5/6: Ship Shape Matey

(wear workout clothes or sweats)


Tuesday, 5/7: Beach Day

(bring a towel to read on)


Wednesday, 5/8: Loads of Loot

(wear lots of jewelry)


Thursday, 5/9: Pirate Day

(dress up like a pirate)


Friday, 5/10: Pirates in Pajamas

(wear your pajamas)


We will be collecting change for the local food pantry this week. Each grade level will have a pirate jug for collection. The grade level with the largest donation will receive a popsicle party!

LAST CHANCE: 4th Grade Shirts

Celebrate this right of passage as the Pickerington Schools Class of 2027 enters Middle School together with a common shirt that will bond them together.


All Fourth Graders in the district are being offered the same shirt. Many have enjoyed having their classmates sign it the last week of school.


Order online. Shirts come in white or light gray. Cost is $8.


Deadline to order is May 5 at midnight. Shirts will be delivered to school the following week.


* No late orders will be accepted.

Celebration of Learning Night

Who: All are welcome


When: Thursday, May 9 from 6:00 - 7:30pm


Where: Tussing Elementary


* Join in the family fun as we celebrate learning together!

iRun Race

Don't forget to register for the iRun Race on May 11 benefitting Dylan Martin!


Please visit https://runsignup.com/irunforjonah to register for the 5k or 1 mile family walk, and order your iRun T-shirt!


*Dylan Martin is a sophomore at Pick Central, however, his younger brother attends here at Tussing. Please support one of Tussing families!

Fun Day

Volunteers are needed for Tussing's annual Fun Day is Tuesday, May 14 during school hours. Please sign up to help at Fun Day!

Harmon Middle School

Clothes Needed

Weather permitting, children will be outside for recess.


  • Dress in weather-appropriate layers
  • Be prepared with a spare change of clothes and/or shoes in student's backpack
  • Write your child's name inside jackets and other personal belongings
    • Check our lost and found located by the cafeteria for any missing items


    As the seasons are changing, before you get rid of clothing your child has outgrown, please consider donating to Tussing Elementary's clinic.


    We are in particular need of bottoms, especially, stretchy leggings, and sweats or athletic pants.


    * Please remember to wash and return any clothing that your child has borrowed from the clinic.

    Wellness Wednesday

    The Mobile Clinics will be at Tussing on Wednesday, May 8.


    Flu shots and other vaccinations are available!

    • Complete the below forms to take advantage of these health services.


    Everyone is welcome to participate!

    • If you have insurance, it will be billed accordingly.
    • If you do not have insurance, all services are free of charge.


    The Ohio State University Mobile Dentist Clinic will be on-site to perform preventative and restorative dental care.


    Nationwide Children's Hospital Mobile Doctor Clinic will be on-site to perform routine physical exams, sick appointments, asthma therapy, vaccinations and more.

    Lunch Accounts

    For your information, please verify that your child's meal account is paid in full before the end of the school year.


    All negative balances must be paid in full before Friday, May 24.


    All balances will transfer with your child in the 2019-2020 school year.

    Required School Fees

    The preferred method of payment is by logging into the Parent Portal on Infinite Campus. While schools accept a check or cash, paying via the Parent Portal ensures there is a record of payment (and that students do not misplace a check or cash).


    • Kindergarten: $19.00
    • First grade: $17.00
    • Second grade: $17.50
    • Third grade: $22.00
    • Fourth grade: $22.00


    * All school fees must be paid prior to the end of the school year. If not, your student's final grade card will be held.

    Last Day of School

    There will be an early release on Friday, May 24, for the last day of school!


    • Grades 1 - 4: 9:15am - 2:05pm

    • AM Kindergarten: 9:15am - 11:00am

    • PM Kindergarten: 11:50am - 2:05pm

    Pickerington Volleyball Camp

    Who: Any girls or boys entering 2nd - 8th grade in the fall of 2019


    When: June 3 - 7 from 5:00 - 7:00pm


    Where: Pickerington High School North


    * Additional details and registration forms can be found at http://pnvbcamp.weebly.com

    Story Time Videos

    In honor of the Book Fair last month, various Tussing staff members have recorded themselves reading bedtime stories. Check out the videos on the PTO Facebook page @PTOTussing.

    Emergency Communication

    It is extremely important to have emergency contacts, phone numbers, email addresses, and contact preferences updated within Infinite Campus.


    * Please use the following to access Infinite Campus or complete an Infinite Campus Help Desk Ticket for further assistance.

    Dates to Remember

    May:

    5/5: Last Day to Order 4th Grade Shirts

    5/6-10: Right to Read Week & Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week

    5/8: Mobile Clinics @ Tussing Elementary

    5/8: PTO Meeting, 6:30p @ Tussing Elementary Media Center

    5/9: Celebration of Learning, 6:00 - 7:30p @ Tussing Elementary

    5/11: iRun Race benefitting Dylan Martin

    5/14: Fun Day, students will attend during school hours @ Tussing Elementary

    5/14: 4th graders, Harmon Middle School, 6:00p

    5/24: Lunch Accounts Due

    5/24: Last Day of School, Early Release Schedule:

    • Grades 1 - 4: 9:15am - 2:05pm
    • AM Kindergarten: 9:15am - 11:00am
    • PM Kindergarten: 11:50am - 2:05pm