10/15/24 Trailside Parent News
Week 8
Message from the Principal
Hello Trailside Families!
A huge thank you to the families, PTA and Trailside staff for an incredible Hit the Trails event- it was truly remarkable.
As we end quarter 1, we will look to build on our strong start with attendance and positive behavior. The lessons and work your child completes in class have already begun to increase in complexity and skill level- they will need your support at home when completing homework. Additionally, I want to encourage all families to have their children read when at home and get plenty of rest.
Please make sure you sign up for parent-teacher conferences next week! The link is included in this newsletter.
We have many exciting school events coming up in the next few weeks. Check out the awesome events below!
Upcoming Dates
Oct. 17- GREAT ALASKA SHAKEOUT and Last Day of First Quarter
Oct. 18- No school
Oct. 22, Tuesday, Texas Roadhouse Dine N' Donate.
Oct. 23, Wed. 1/2 Day- Parent Teacher Conferences- Students dismissed @ 11:30
Oct. 24, Thurs. 1/2 Day- Parent Teacher Conferences- Students dismissed @ 11:30
Oct.25 No school
Nov. 5 REMOTE LEARNING DAY
Nov. 6 Alaska Junior Field Trip 9:15-12:30 3rd-5th grades
Nov. 8- Picture Retakes
Nov. 11, Monday- Student Release Professional Development Day
Nov. 21- Thursday Frog and Toad Evening Performance 6PM- DON'T MISS IT!!!
Nov. 28-29- Thanksgiving Holiday
Please send appropriate winter clothing with your child to school and label them
Trailside Secure Vestibule
As our secure entryway is now completed, all adults entering the building during dropoff or an early pickup will be required to sign into the office.
Students are expected to walk to their classrooms in line with their teachers, by themselves (age appropriate) or escorted by a school staff member.
Thank you for your support in keeping Trailside safe for children.
ACTION ITEM- Please Complete and Sign- Online Apps Agreement- Send it back.
Parent Teacher Conferences
Make sure you sign up for parent teacher conferences Oct. 23 and 24! Click the link below to schedule yours now!
https://apps.asdk12.org/ConferenceScheduling/StudentScheduleStartExt.aspx
Walk to Interventions
Walk to Interventions are underway and working efficiently. Using mClass, MAP, and Ready Math data, students are receiving intensive intervention in their area of need. Please reach out to your child's teacher or the school if you have any questions.
WE NEED YOUR HELP! Label your child's belongings
This is currently our lost and found area- lots of nice gear here.
Arrival/Dismissal SAFETY
A friendly reminder that the arrival/dismissal car lane must keep moving. We ask that parents do not leave their cars or remain stationed in one spot- please follow the flow of the line. Thank you!
Oct. 25- FALL FESTIVAL!
Fall Festival is Friday, October 25 from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Fall Festival
✨ Welcome to the Most Magical Fall Festival on Earth! ✨
🏰 Join us for Trailside's enchanting Disney Fall Festival! 🏰
When: Friday, October 25
Time: 5:30 - 8:00 PM
Where: Trailside's Transformed Halls
Step into a world where dreams come true as our school transforms into a magical Disney wonderland! Get ready for:
- Enchanted activities and games
- Superheroes, Toy Story, and Princesses galore!
- Magical memories in the making!
🎫 Wristband information coming soon - your ticket to all the evening's enchantment!
Stay tuned for more details about how families can be part of this spook-tacular celebration. It's going to be a night of pure Disney magic you won't want to miss!
Did you know that the Fall Festival is one of the biggest fundraisers for 4th and 5th grade spring camps? We need your help to make this event successful. Please sign up to bring something or sign up to volunteer using the link below!
Also, we are seeking a parent to be in charge of the famous CAKE DECORATING CONTEST! If you are interested in this job, please let your child's teacher know.
Trailside Attendance Goal
Almost 94% Attendance
Thank you parents for your hard work getting your child to school! Many factors contribute to your child's academic and social success in school- ATTENDANCE is one of these factors. Our goal this school year is to remain Above 90% the entire school year.
Lets get to 94% next month!!!!!
September to October
Aug-September Attendance
Message From Nurse Donna
Mrs. Keller's Library Newsletter
Unicycles at Recess
While weather permits, students will be allowed to Unicycle at recess (no bicycles, no rollerblades). Students and staff enjoyed practicing their unicycle skills at recess this past week. If you are interested in unicycling, please reach out to Mr. Richardson.
Free-Reduced Lunch Application
Families interested in applying for free/reduced lunch can apply here:
Ride your Bike to School? Remember to bring a bike lock.
Timberwolf Positive Behavior Awards
One of our school initiatives is to promote positive student behavior. The Timberwolf Award is designed to do just that and is aligned to our building guidelines for success "PAWS". Students will be acknowledged for their awesome work and behavior. The bottom portion will be turned into the office and the top portion goes home for families.
24-25 School Start Times
Please review the updated school start times effective this 24-25 school year.
Campfire- Afternoons Only
Campfire Alaska will once again be running their after-school program at Trailside. For more information click HERE.
School Drop off and Pick Up
Student Safety is our Top Priority. Please Read Below.
*****Drop Off 7:40-7:55AM. Please Do Not Drop off BEFORE 7:40AM*****
Reporting Absences
Please call the office when excusing your student due to sickness, or pre-arranged absence (Travel, Etc.)
When leaving messages for the office, please make sure to leave the student's first and last name.
Please also leave a good contact name and number we can reach you at if we have questions regarding the message.
907-742-5500
Message from the Counselor
Please click the link for this month's counselor's message:
CHECK YOUR PARENT CONNECT
All parents, please check your parent connection and make sure all of your contact information is correct.
Please notify the office of any of the following changes:
- Custody/Legal Documents (as soon as possible)
- Address Changes
- Phone number updates
- If you are moving, please notify the office as soon as possible.
Please make sure when using Q Parent Connection to excuse your student, it has to be done in the system prior to 8:30 am. If not, you will get a Robo-Call from the district notifying you that your student was absent for the day. Please call the office if it is after 9:30 am and the office staff will get your student excused.
If you are traveling please contact the office so we can get your student excused, you will then see a "P" (Travel status and other pre-arranged absences) in Q- Parent Connection instead of "E" (Excused).
TRAILSIDE PTA News and Updates
1. Fall Festival- Oct. 25- DON'T MISS THIS!
2. Make a difference at Trailside: Join the PTA!
Make a difference in your child's education & our school community! Sign up at https://trailsidepta.givebacks.com/
3. Art To Remember
Trailside Elementary has teamed up with Art to Remember to transfer your child’s artwork onto keepsake products like mugs, ornaments, and art plaques. Your child is currently working on their Art to Remember projects with Miss Thorson in Art Class. Look for an order form with an image of your child's completed work to come home in November. With every order, a portion of the proceeds comes right back to our school! For questions, please contact our Trailside librarian, Mrs. Keller at keller_cindy@asdk12.org.
5. Afterschool Activities (ASA)
The Trailside PTA puts on a wide variety of ASA for our students throughout the year. Bookmark trailside.myptezcentral.com to reserve your spot! Have a fun skill or hobby and are interested in heading up an ASA? Contact ASA Chair Lia Slemons. at trailsideactivities@gmail.com.
6. Submit your photos for the yearbook!
Email photos to trailsideyearbook24@gmail.com Pictures must be taken at school events, activities, or in the classroom setting.
Questions or want to get involved with any of the above or other ideas? Contact TrailsidePTAPresident@gmail.com.
Upcoming dates (look for a calendar of events for the year to come home soon):
- Hit the Trails: Oct. 5
- Texas Roadhouse Family Night: Oct. 22
- Trailside Disney Fall Festival: Oct. 25
- Frog and Toad musical performance: Nov. 21