Week 9! We're doing fine!

October 25th, 2024

Breakfast

Lunch

As with any school day, please refrain from sending your child in a costume or with candy and treats. At PPS, we recognize the strong connection between good nutrition, physical well-being, and academic success. Poor nutrition can impact cognitive function, and we are committed to supporting every student’s ability to learn and thrive. Each classroom celebrates this time a little differently, but we are committed to having a joyful learning space for all.

Monday November 25th and Tuesday November 26th are reserved for Parent/Teacher conferences this year! This is the only scheduled time for a one-on-one meeting with your student's teacher. It's vital for your student and their teacher's success throughout the year. If you have not signed up for a time, please make sure to reach out to your student's teacher. You should have received an option to sign up for a time slot by now however there have been some issues with sending links through Synergy and Remind.

If you are in need of any interpretive services during these meetings, please reach out to Kellie at kgrunde@pps.net ASAP. As this is a district wide time for conferences resources are limited. We would love to help ensure that all guardians are welcomed during this time.

We are excited to announce an inspiring opportunity to reimagine the heart of our school—the playground! A dedicated group of parents and community members have come together with a shared goal: to create an inclusive, revitalized space that enhances the power of play for all our students.

Our vision is to build a playground where every child, regardless of their physical or developmental needs, can play, learn, and grow together. But to make this vision a reality, we need your input! We want to hear your ideas on how we can design a space that promotes equality, strengthens social connections, and celebrates the diverse experiences of our wonderful community.

Please take a moment to fill out this brief survey and share your thoughts. Your voice will help shape a playground where every child feels welcome and empowered.

Let’s work together to create something truly special for our children!

Thank you for your time and participation.

Dear Llewellyn Community!

Happy October! Your counselors have really enjoyed getting to know students as we have taught class lessons and begun small groups. In September, students had lessons focused on the role of the School Counselor, building a positive school community and in addition for K-1, school safety. In October we will focus on the Zones of Regulation curriculum and building our toolbox to keep ourselves regulated and well. Ask your student to do a zone check-in with you and keep an eye out for their personal toolbox handout to come home.

We are so excited that our small groups are up and running! Ms. Kate is working with the 5th grade Leadership group and lunch bunches with 3rd, 4th and 5th graders! Ms. Brittany is currently running the Good Morning Club, a 2nd and 3rd grade Kindness Kew, lunch bunches and additional groups will be starting for kindergarten and first grade. More information will be sent soon!

Lastly, Llewellyn's community care program has begun! This is an opportunity for families who may need a little additional support around school breaks/holidays with clothes, food, and more. Please reach out to your School Counselor or complete this survey The Family Support and Connections Survey.

We look forward to continuing to build relationships and get to know each child.

Ms. Brittany and Ms. Kate

· Brittany Sill-Turner (Kinder, 1st, 2nd and 3rd graders)

bsill@pps.net

· Kate Knochel (4th and 5th graders)

kknochel@pps.net

Thank you,

Brittany

Picture re-take day is coming up on Tuesday, November 5th between 8:30 and 10:30AM. If you plan on having your student's picture re-taken, please have your student bring the original photos back to turn in to the photographers.

Did your student miss the first picture day? Order forms are available in the info rack outside of the office.

We strongly encourage you to notify your teacher if your student needs their picture taken on re-take day. It's not always easy for students to remember! Only students who want re-take pictures will go down, not the whole class.

Additional information is available HERE.

Calling all Readers! Sign up with your team or learn more about OBOB (Oregon Battle of the Books) on the library's website https://sites.google.com/pps.net/llewelynlibrary/library-home

Get ready for your first author visit of the year! In less than two weeks, on November 5th, author and international ultra marathon runner, Dion Leonard and his dog Gobi, will be visiting Llewellyn! Your student should be bringing home a flyer with information about this amazing pair. You can even purchase an autographed (and pawtographed!) copy of any of Dion's books by using the orderform on the back. Check out his website findinggobi.com, and you can look up interviews and read alouds on his Youtube channel.

Website news! The district is in the process of switching website providers, please be patient as the website changes daily. We essentially have no control over the website until the process is complete! Please reach out to the office if you have any questions that need clarification.

If you have a last-minute change to your student's end of day plans, please call the office by 2:00PM. After that, it becomes much harder to get a note to teachers before the day ends. PLEASE CALL! We cannot guarantee that emails to the office or teachers will be seen after noon. Thank you for your help in making sure your student gets where they belong after school!

Please feel free to reach out to the office with questions. The office is open between 7:00AM and 3:00PM on school days.

Requirements for Medications at School

 All medications to be brought in by legal guardian, NEVER brought in by the student or given to classroom teacher.

 Medications may be given to school nurse, school health assistant, or school secretary only.

 Medications must come with doctor / pharmacy provided prescription label.

 Medication forms must be signed at time of medication drop off (attached) Blank forms available at school as well.

 Parents must fill out new form for any changes to medication (ex: time of day)

 Medication must be picked up at end of school year or medications will be destroyed

*Contact the health room staff with any questions*

Non-Prescription and Prescription Medication

Oregon law requires that all medications administered at school, prescription as well as over-the-

counter medications, be dispensed from an original prescription container and be accompanied by

written consent from parent as well as written instructions from the physician. School personnel are not authorized to dispense any medication at school unless these requirements are met. All medication must be administered by the school nurse or trained school personnel only.

The required forms are available in the Health office and only these forms are permitted. No medication will be administered until these completed forms are on file. These regulations are to protect everyone—the student, our staff and other students. Students should not bring medication to school with them. It should be brought to the Health Room or secretary by the parent. If you'd like to save a little time when you bring your student's medication in, you can print and fill out THIS FORM ahead of time.

We LOVE volunteers! If you plan to volunteer at Llewellyn at any time, a background check must be completed. This is done at the district level at no cost to you and is good for three years. Please keep in mind that it can take up to 2-3 weeks for the application to be processed, especially at the beginning of the year. Look here for more information, to apply, or to see if your current application is still valid.

The Monster March is this Sunday at 3pm and starts and ends at Llewellyn while going through downtown Westmoreland. Our fifth grade parents will host a bake sale to help with funding their 5th grade overnight. It’s always a fun time and we always enjoy seeing all of our Llewellyn families and community members in their costumes.

The Sunshine Committee is hosting an end-of-quarter potluck for the staff on October 30 and we are serving chili and cornbread as our main dish. We are asking our community to contribute with yummy toppings, desserts, and beverages. There is a sign up on Konstella along with the link to donate if you would rather contribute monetarily. We always have a great response with our potlucks and are very grateful to have such a supportive community.

Our annual pumpkin carving contest will be October 31! Students must be able to carry their own pumpkin into the school and take them home at the end of the day. Everyone who participates will receive prizes from our wonderful sponsors, Lathrop Orthodontics. So go pick out a pumpkin and let’s see those carving, painting, or drawing skills. We are excited to see what everyone comes up with!

Save the Dates

10/27: Monster March 3pm

10/28 Killer Burger Dine Out Night

10/31: Pumpkin Carving Contest

Calling all apple and pear fans! Sellwood Middle School is hosting a fruit fundraiser and selling freshly picked and amazing tasting boxes of apples and pears from Kiyokawa Family Orchards. This local orchard from Parkdale, Oregon is known for its excellent quality fruit and a reputation for supporting local nonprofits, like the SMS PTA. Pick up date is November 7th from 2:30-5:30 at Sellwood Middle parking lot. Order now

Cleveland BOYS Basketball Team registration for grades 3rd-5th is open!

Cleveland Boys Recreational teams are organized through the community youth program, Cleveland Basketball. Registration is first come, first serve and space is limited. Volunteer coaches are needed.

For complete details and registration go to the Cleveland Basketball Youth Program website. Questions? Email info@cleveland-warriors.com

GO WARRIORS!!

The Healthy Choices Bulletin is a monthly summary of substance use prevention resource created by the district for our families. If you have any questions, please reach out to your student's Counselor.

10/27 Monster March

10/28 Dine Out Night @ Killer Burger

10/31 Pumpkin Carving Contest

11/1 NO SCHOOL – Grading Day

11/3 End of Daylight Savings Time

11/4 NO SCHOOL – Teacher Planning Day

11/5 Picture Re-Take Day

11/11 NO SCHOOL – Veteran’s Day

11/19 PTA Meeting - 7:00 in the Library

11/20 EARLY RELEASE DAY – School ends at 11:50AM

11/25-26 Parent-Teacher Conferences – NO SCHOOL

11/27-29 NO SCHOOL – Thanksgiving Break

12/5 Family Craft Night

12/18 EARLY RELEASE DAY – School ends at 11:50AM

12/21-1/5 NO SCHOOL – Winter Break