PAW PRINTS

Dear Families,

Thank you for your tremendous support last month with the Fun Run! Our students exceeded the schoolwide goal of $15,000 and earned the opportunity to turn the principals into "human sundaes"!

On Friday, we randomly chose 10 students from each grade to take a turn covering the principals with chocolate/strawberry/caramel sauce, whipped cream, marshmallows, sprinkles, and cookie bits. The teachers and staff got the last laugh topping us off with cherries. It was a memorable event for all! Check out our Facebook page for even more pictures!

Mrs. Alonzo and Mrs. Hall

Red Ribbon Week was developed in 1988 to promote an awareness of the dangers of alcohol and other drugs. This special week honors the memory of Enrique Camarena, a DEA agent who gave his life in the fight against drugs. People across the country wanted to honor his dedication to stopping illegal drugs in America, so we display Red Ribbons as a symbol of intolerance toward the use of drugs and a commitment toward a drug-free America.

Monday, 10/28: School Pride Day - At Winfield Elementary, we are ALL committed to standing up and speaking out against bullying and doing drugs!

• Students and staff can wear blue, showing our dedication to being bully-free OR red/Red Ribbon t-shirt, showing our dedication to being drug-free.

Tuesday, 10/29: It’s Crazy to Bully! It’s Cray to Do Drugs!

• Students and staff can dress “crazy”...have fun and be creative! (Some ideas: mismatched clothes, socks, shoes, funny hairstyles, backwards clothing)

Wednesday, 10/30: Put Bullying and Drugs to Bed!

• Students and staff can wear their pajamas to school. All pajamas must be appropriate and follow the dress code. Shoes must be worn.

We are excited to welcome back Grandparent's/Special Person Day to Winfield Elementary.

We will welcome Grandparent's/Special Person guest on the following dates/times:

Please ensure that a RSVP form is completed for each child. These will serve as check-in lists for guests, allow for us to plan for snacks, and provide permission for those students who may leave early. The grade level links are listed below:

Pre-K

Kindergarten

1st grade

2nd grade

3rd grade

4th grade

5th grade

RSVP is due on/before Friday, November 1st. If students do not have a special person able to attend, we will assign a staff member to accompany them during this event.

Students will meet with their special person in the gym, complete an activity or craft, enjoy a snack, have a photo op, and take a tour to the classroom. The Fall Book Fair will be running during this week as well, and this time slot will be students opportunity to shop the fair. They will not attend another shopping session with their class.

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.

Attendance letters for students who have missed 6 or more days of school were mailed home today. These attendance letters are sent to all students, regardless of reason for the absence once students have accrued 6 and 10 absences within the semester.

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.

10/28- Picture Retake Day

10/28-10/30- Red Ribbon Week

10/31- Halloween Parties

11/4-11/8- Fall Book Fair

11/4- Book Fair Family Shopping Night 4-6:30 pm

11/5- E-Learning Day (All Schools)

11/6-11/8- Grandparent's Day/Special Person's Day

Student Lunch: $2.45 Student Breakfast: $1.60

Additional Options Available:

• Students in grades 2-5 can purchase chips ($0.75-$1.00) or a Rice Krispie treat ($0.75) every day.
• Students in grades 2-5 can purchase ice cream ($1.00) on the following days:
• Mon.- grade 2, Tues.- grade 3, Wed.- grade 4, Thurs.- grade 5

Birthday Ice Cream:

Students can purchase ice cream for their classmates to be served on their birthday during lunch. Tickets are $1.00 per student, and the order must be received one-week prior to the date to be served.

*Please note, to ensure safety with food allergies and to protect instructional time, we do not permit edible birthday treats from home to be brought in to the classroom.

Monthly tuition fees are loaded on the 15th of the previous month and due by the 1st of every month. Please check your child's PowerSchool account for balances due. Payment can be made online or at the school office. Failure to pay by the 10th of the current month will result in your child not being able to attend preschool until the balance is paid in full.

Supply Fee - $65 yearly fee for all students in preschool

Monthly Tuition - $180/3 days per week, $300/5 days per week

The Free & Reduced Application can be found here: https://www.cps.k12.in.us/district-departments/food-services. If you have any questions, please contact the preschool office at (219) 663-4330.

Bulldog Buddies Newsletters:

Other Preschool News:

Bulldog Buddies Handbook

The next PTO meeting will be held on November 6th at 4:15 pm in the Winfield Elementary media center. All families are encouraged to get involved and see how our PTO supports our students and staff. New faces are always welcome to help hear about upcoming initiatives and to share ideas. More hands make for lighter work!