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Arrowhead News
April 28, 2023
Upcoming Events 📆
May
- REMINDER:
- 2nd and 3rd Math PSSA testing Grades 3 and 4.
- 4th and 5th Science PSSA testing Grade 4 only
- 6th Band Day Arcola
- 16th In-service No school K-12
- 26th In-service No school K-12
- 29th Holiday -Schools and offices closed
Share the Love with Methacton Teachers and Staff
Every day Methacton teachers and staff members go above and beyond for our children. The month of May is National Teacher & Staff Appreciation Month. This is our chance to SHARE THE LOVE!
Your SHARE THE LOVE donation is a testimony to our love, thanks, and gratitude for Methacton teachers & staff. Recognize your child's current and former teachers with a SHARE THE LOVE certificate and personal message. Certificates will be delivered on your behalf for the next month. Visit our website for more information, and to place your order!
Thank you for sharing (and showing) the love!
Donations will support innovative educational opportunities for Methacton students through the Methacton Education Foundation! Donations are tax-deductible to the extent of the law.
Band Day May 6th Arcola
IMPORTANT Message from Dr. Zerbe about PSSA information.
To prepare for the PSSAs, our school is conducting several activities to promote a culture of success and celebration around testing:
1. Conversations and assemblies will provide positive mindset and set test expectations.
2. Students will work together to develop motivational posters for display in testing classrooms.
3. Building-wide celebration is planned for each school that reaches the test participation goal of 95%.
PSSA testing will occur on the dates listed here. To learn more about the PSSA, please join us for a Parent Information webinar with our administration on Tuesday, March 21 at 6:30pm. Click the hyperlinked dates for a direct link to either session. You can also submit your questions here.
Our commitment to the success of your child and all children is our mission. Thank you for your continued support of Methacton Schools.
PSSA Testing Window Dates: ELA April 24-28, Math, Science, and Make Ups May 1-12. This is the PSSA testing window for Grades 3-8.
Dear 3rd and 4th Grade Arrowhead Families,
Below are the testing weeks for ELA, Math and Science. Note: Grade 4 students (only) will participate in the Science PSSA.
Grade 3 and 4 ELA PSSA testing dates will be the week of April 24th to 28th.
ELA testing dates will be April 25th, 26th, and 27th.
Grade 3 and 4 Math PSSA testing will be the week of May 1st-5th.
NOTE: Math testing dates will be May 2nd and 3rd.
Grade 4 Science PSSA testing dates (for grade 4 only) will be May 4th and May 5th.
We wanted to give our families a heads up prior to our PSSA testing and we are looking for 100% student participation.
Dr. Roberts
Click on the link below to OPT IN for more information
Kindergarten: Mrs. Dougherty's students receiving individualized instruction.
Grade 1 Mrs. Clark's students working on the "ar" sounds and words.
Grade 2 Mrs. Cupo's students reading and responding to literature. Pictured here they are reviewing story sequencing.
Grade 3 Mrs. Fontanella's students learning about angles and vertices.
Grade 4 Miss Young's students engaged in Reflex Math!
Music: Miss Stephens' K students enjoying the small rotating music groups.
Watch Dogs Information
There are 2 primary goals of the WATCH D.O.G.S. ® program.
1) To provide positive male role models for the students, demonstrating by their presence that education is important.
2) To provide extra sets of eyes and ears to enhance school security and reduce bullying.
WATCH D.O.G.S. ® (Dads Of Great Students) began in 1998 in a single school in Springdale, Arkansas and has since grown into a nationally recognized program that has brought hundreds of thousands of fathers and father figures into the school classrooms and hallways across the country, creating millions of hours of “in school” volunteer time and having a tremendously positive impact on the educational process.
If you are interested in becoming a WATCH D.O.G.S. volunteer, please refer to the following link with district information relative to volunteering.
If you are interested in serving as a Watch Dog Dad please email laurenbruce01@yahoo.com or call the Arrowhead School Office at 610-489-5000 ext. 44200. Watch Dog Dads must have all the Methacton District required clearances. We can assist you in scheduling your special day as a Watch Dog Dad! If you have any questions about the program, clearances, and scheduling please contact us. You can also email, our school counselor, Mrs. Kelly Cohen, @ Kcohen@methacton.org as she will serve as our Watch Dog Coordinator.
Are you interested in working for the Methacton School District?
UNIVERSAL FREE BREAKFAST PROGRAM
On Friday, September 9, 2022, Governor Wolf announced a Universal Free Breakfast program for all Pennsylvania students to begin on October 1, 2022 through the end of the 2022-2023 school year. As a result, all Methacton School District students will have the option to receive breakfast each morning at no cost. Our building principals are working on a plan with Aramark to roll out this new program and will be providing additional information in the coming days. Monthly menus can always be found at: https://methacton.schooldish.com/
Rotation Day Schedule can be found below:
April Arrowhead Home and School News: Please see information below:
Exciting News from Arrowhead Spirit Wear...
Exciting news from Arrowhead Spirit Wear! We are bring back another great way to show off your Arrowhead pride! Arrowhead Elementary car magnets are back and now available for purchase. They are $5 each. Look out for them at our next event where spirit wear is sold or feel free to reach out to Mary Beth Verano at mbpollino@gmail.com to purchase one anytime.
And as always, you can browse our spirit wear anytime at the following link:
Arrowhead Home & School Wants to Communicate with You!
AHSA Newsletters and event announcements will typically only be distributed via the Konstella communication system. So, don’t miss out on important news! Please make sure you are registered. Below are easy directions for how to get signed up!
We also recommend that you download the Konstella app so that you can receive instant notification through the app.
Start by visiting: www.konstella.com and clicking “Find Your School” in the upper right side. Select "Arrowhead Elementary". Complete registration as prompted.
*To Join a Room*
Web: Click your name in the top left corner. Click “Your Children” to add/modify your children.
Mobile App: Click the “Settings” icon in the top left corner. Click “Your Children”.
Please be sure to add your child to the correct classroom. If you have multiple children, you must add each child.
Coming soon...Arrowhead Variety Show
Home and School Box Top Information
Help Raise Hundreds for Arrowhead - Just Download the BOX TOPS app and SCAN your receipt!
Box Tops are located on hundreds of products that you already purchase:
Kleenex, Betty Crocker, General Mills, Ziploc, Huggies, Hefty, Juicy Juice, Pillsbury & SO MANY MORE!
Simply follow these steps and these companies will give money to our kids' school! -
1. Download the BOX TOPS App
2. Choose "Arrowhead Elementary" (Zip Code 19426) as your school
3. Scan your receipts within 14 days of purchase. Digital receipt also accepted!
and CHA CHING you're done!
Check out bonus box tops offers in the app for extra $$!
For a complete list of participating products, see http://www.boxtops4education.com/participating-products
Questions? Please contact Larah Kornfeind, AHSA Boxtop Coordinator, at arrhowheadhomeandschool@gmail.com
Communication tools and how families can receive school information
We are providing families with a Communications Tool Guide Link where you will find important information regarding the district’s communication tools. Here is the link: https://www.methacton.org//cms/lib/PA50000637/Centricity/Domain/62/CommunicationsTools_FINAL.pdf
In this link you will find information on PowerSchool, SchoolMessenger, Social Media, Lower Providence Community Access Channel, Smore Newsletter< Konstella,
(*Note* Arrowhead uses SchoolMessenger and Smore for our weekly newsletters)
(*Note* Arrowhead Home and School Associations uses Konstella to send out information) and key district contacts. Please take a moment to read the the Communications Tool Guide.
Car Rider Information and Google Document Form
As previously communicated we highly recommend that our students and families consider riding the bus due to the construction, parking, and traffic flow issues associated with new construction. However, we understand that this may not be possible for all students and families. As such, if your child/ren will be car riders for the upcoming 2022-2023 school year, please fill out the google document form.
You can access and complete the car rider form below:
Volunteering and Approval Process
All volunteers must have obtained their clearances to participate in any capacity at the school.
Please visit https://www.methacton.org/volunteer or click on the link to review the procedures to begin the process.
https://www.methacton.org/cms/lib/PA50000637/Centricity/Domain/62/Volunteer%20Manual%202022.pdf
Student Attendance Information
MSD Backpack Program
How can I donate to the Backpack Program?
There are several ways you can contribute to the Backpack Program:
Collection Bins
· Donations can be dropped off (Monday thru Friday) at the Methacton High School East Wing or Arcola Intermediate School. Collection bins are located near the entrance.
Amazon
· You can place an order through Amazon and ship it directly to the High School. Please remember to select, "No Weekend Delivery". The address is:
Methacton High School
c/o Backpack Program
1005 Kriebel Mill Rd.
Eagleville, PA 19403
· Link to donate directly: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/Y75GZGW6DXNJ?ref_=wl_share&fbclid=lwAR1
What items can I donate?
Individual Serving Food Items Needed
· Single serving boxes of milk (shelf-stable/not refrigerated)
· Mini Cereal Boxes
· Canned Soup (cans with "pop tops")
· Oatmeal packets or cups
· Applesauce and Fruit Cups
· Chef Boyardee, Hormel, Dinty Moore Meals, etc.
· Easy Mac Cups
· Cracker packs
· Sweet Snacks: Fruit gummies, pudding, granola bars, etc.
· Salty Snacks: Pretzel packs, Goldfish, Popcorn, etc.
· 100% Juice boxes
Please open the PDF document below for information about the District's Backpack Program
MSD Backpack program needs your help! See information below:
Important Bus Rider Information
Dear Arrowhead Families,
Just a reminder that students must ride home on the buses that they are assigned. Notes from the parents giving them permission to ride home on another bus is not permissible. Thanks in advance for your cooperation.
Student Birthdays
Hi Arrowhead families,
Due to food allergy reasons, we are not permitting edible birthday treats to be brought into school. We realize that birthdays are special to our students and families. We appreciate your support.
Now hiring/Job opportunities See below:
NORTH MONTCO TECHNICAL CAREER CENTER JOB OPPORTUNITY
Are you an Electro-Mechanical or Mechatronics Technician or Mechanical Engineer interested in incredibly rewarding change? North Montco Technical Career Center is seeking a full-time Electro-Mechanical / Mechatronics / Robotics / Industrial Maintenance Teacher. For more information and to learn how to apply, visit: https://www.methacton.org/cms/lib/PA50000637/Centricity/Domain/4/JobPostingMechatronicsTeacher.pdf
Substitute teacher pay raise! Join our team!
Methacton School District & STS (The Sub Service) have partnered to provide a $150 per week PAY RAISE to substitute teachers who commit to five days a week!
Join a passionate team of educators and pursue a rewarding career path all while impacting the lives of children in an exemplary learning environment!
STS provides all necessary training and resources to support a successful partnership.
APPLY TODAY!: https://help.thesubservice.com/methacton-open-positions
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Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of children?
Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of children? Methacton School District is looking for people with a bachelor’s degree to join our Guest Teacher program. To learn more, visit www.methacton.org/GuestTeacherProgram or call STS at (800) 357-SUBS.
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Arrowhead Elementary School
Email: aroberts@methacton.org
Website: https://www.methacton.org/Domain/375
Location: 232 Level Road, Collegeville, PA, USA
Phone: 6104895000 44200