PARK PENCIL POINT NEWSLETTER

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School Events

• October 7 - Picture Retakes
• October 10 - Skating Party
• October 11 - No School
• October 14- No School
• October 18- End of 1st Quarter

• November 4-7 - Book Fair

PTO Events

• Fall FUNDfest Raffle Ticket Sales - Now
• October 4 - Fall Park Family Event - Hornyak Farms
• October 9 - PTO Meeting at 6pm in the Park Cafeteria
• October 21 - PTO Chipotle Fundraiser

From the Principal's Desk—

Hello Hilltopper Families:

As we dive into another exciting month at our school, we want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible efforts our students have been putting forth! Our Topper Ticket system continues to motivate and inspire, encouraging students to demonstrate their best behavior and academic dedication. Each ticket represents a small step towards big achievements and it's heartwarming to see our young learners take pride in earning them. Be sure to ask your child how many tickets they’ve earned and how they earned them!

In addition to earning Topper tickets, our students are actively participating in math flex groups, designed to meet them where they are and enhance their skills. These flexible group settings allow our teachers to tailor lessons to individual needs, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to excel. Whether they're mastering addition, tackling fractions, or exploring new concepts, our students are growing in confidence and ability, and we’re so proud of their progress!

Reading skills groups with Mrs. Lippert and Mrs. Kalis are also in full swing, providing our students with targeted support to strengthen their literacy skills. We encourage you to support your child’s reading journey at home by exploring new books together and sharing stories. Thank you for your continued partnership in helping our students shine!

Be sure to check out the Community Flyers section of the Chardon Website for amazing opportunities and events for our students!

Sincerely,
Mrs. Makee

ABSENCES & TARDINESS

If your student is not going to be in school or is going to be late,

you need to call 440-285-4067 by 9:30 a.m.

Every Tuesday at Park School will be TOPPER TUESDAY! Join us as Students and Staff wear their Chardon Topper spirit wear or any Red or Black gear you like.

This year, we’re launching flexible math groups for grades 1, 2, and 3. Students from each grade will be organized into small, adaptable groups to support differentiated instruction and collaborative learning. This approach enables teachers to tailor their support to each student’s current level, helping them develop their skills while promoting participation and teamwork within these smaller groups.

Mrs. Makee is truly in her element this month as she teaches her lessons on Sources of Strength; what an opportunity to connect with Park students in the classroom. This month's focus on community has sparked engaging discussions and lively activities, allowing her to share the importance of support and connection. Students have enjoyed collaborating and reflecting on their own experiences and interests while finding other students in their classroom community who share the same likes and dislikes they do.

Click on this link: https://lgca.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/parents/chardon.jsp . Click "MORE", find "ANNUAL UPDATE", select "START". When you complete the update, you must click "SUBMIT". Thank you!!!

We encourage ALL families to submit an application for meal benefits eligibility regardless of family income.

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Topper Tickets are part of Park's PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) system. They are given to students as a special recognition when they demonstrate a Topper Trait - Taking Responsibility, Offering Kindness, and Persevering. Each day, we randomly select a few Topper Ticket winners from each grade level to receive a prize! Check the newsletter each week for their names!

1st Grade: Olivia Hamilton, Ivan Slavic, Emaruth Starke, Sydney Vencl

2nd Grade: Jaelynne Estvanik, Gio Moses, Madison Swope, Duncan Wiggins

3rd Grade: Rowan Holbert, Braeden McCartney, Carter Morrison, Belle Rastall

Keep up the GREAT work, Hilltoppers!

We randomly choose one Topper Ticket winner from each grade to spin the WHEEL OF FUN on Fridays! The prizes on the Wheel of Fun are a step up from the usual, and include things like having lunch with a friend in Mrs. Makee's office, popcorn party for your class, an extra recess for your class, play a game with Mrs. Makee, pajama day for your class and more!

Brad picked TWO friends to play a game of Uno with Mrs. Makee!

Click the link below for an important update from Mrs. Park, our school nurse, on:

• medications
• immunizations
• screenings
• and more!

Welcome Back from Chardon Health Services

Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) provides students who qualify with extra instructional services and activities beyond regular classroom instruction. Click HERE for more information about the Title I program and reach out to the school with any questions.

Grades are now visible in Infinite Campus. Please note that these grades reflect your child's most recent assessments and in-class work. They are an indication of progress made thus far.

These grades provide a snapshot of your child’s current performance and areas of growth. Please keep in mind that there is still ample time for students to improve and demonstrate their understanding as the quarter progresses.

If you have any questions or need further clarification about your child’s grades or their progress, please do not hesitate to reach out to your child’s teacher. We are here to support you and your child in any way we can to ensure their success. Thank you for your continued partnership in your child’s education.

Chardon Schools' Summer School program is tentatively scheduled for June 2-20, 2025. The 3rd grade summer AIR test (for students that did not achieve the required passing score during the school year) will be June 23-27, 2025.

MONDAY - Popcorn Chicken w/Mashed Potatoes

TUESDAY - Loaded Beef Nachos w/Black Beans

WEDNESDAY - French Toast Sticks w/Sausage

THURSDAY - Grilled Chicken Rotini Alfredo

FRIDAY - Pepperoni & Cheese Pizza Hut Pizza

ALL Meal Payments are Processed Thru Infinite Campus

Breakfast $1.50-$2.00

Lunch $2.75

Daily Option - Tony's Galaxy Pizza, Uncrustable PB&J

Snacks available to purchase!

Additional breakfast & lunch menus can be found on our website: https://www.myschoolmenus.com/organizations/2280

Follow us on Facebook - Park Elementary PTO for frequent updates on upcoming events. You can also email: park.pto@chardonschools.org with questions or ideas. All parents and guardians are automatically PTO members park.pto@chardonschools.org. Thank you for your support!

Please join us!

Shannon Kaufman - President

Melissa Kleinknecht - Vice President

Tiffany Klinger - Vice President

Katie McCartney - Secretary

Robert Cahill - Treasurer

Thank you for a great kick off to our fundraiser! We reached our goal of $10,000! THE SKY'S THE LIMIT !!! With everyone's help, we will reach our goal to fund the budget and plan fun events for the students.

Jill Makee, Principal

jill.makee@chardonschools.org

Tonia Seese, Secretary

tonia.seese@chardonschools.org

Maureen Liechty, Clerical

maureen.liechty@chardonschools.org

Sarah Park, School Nurse & Renee Kolenich, Medical Assistant

sarah.park@chardonschools.org

renee.kolenich@chardonschools.org

Phone: 440-285-4067

Fax: 440-286-0484

Website: www.chardonschools.org
Location: 111 Goodrich Court, Chardon, OH, USA

The mission of the Chardon Local Schools is we commit to high achievement for all students.