APRES Dolphins SWIM March '25
An Extraordinary Place To Learn
A Message From Head of School Wilson
Greetings Dolphin Families!
It is March, the weather is changing and our scholars are excited about the busy month ahead. I would like to thank the Black History Month Committee and all of our students who participated in this year's Black History Month program, the link to view the program will be made available soon.
I am excited to announce that we will be hosting our 3rd annual FUNd Run this year and all proceeds will benefit A. Philip Randolph students and staff. Our goal is for each student to raise $50 in pledges for the run. The FUNd Run is scheduled for Friday March 28th.
Please join us for our Spring Semester Skate Night fund raiser at Cascade Family Skating Rink Friday, March 21st, from 6pm-8pm. Let them know you are with Randolph Elementary School.
As spring approaches, we are asking all parents and guardians to please speak with your scholars about the importance of meeting academic and social expectations at school. Our goal is to continue to provide a premier learning experience for all Dolphins. If your scholar is not focused and ready to learn, it can create an environment that is not conducive to learning for others. We ask that you continue to encourage productive behavior at school in order for all of our scholars to succeed. Please take time to schedule parent teacher conferences in order to establish a partnership between you and your scholars teacher. Together we can achieve so much more!
If you have not done so, please be sure to complete the GADOE Family Climate Survey. We are striving to be a 5-Star School and cannot do this without your help. The deadline to do so is March 28th. Your feedback is important in order for us to make the necessary adjustments to provide the best service possible to your scholar and your family. Thank you for sharing your feedback. We can only get better together.
Please pay close attention to the following dates on the Horizon:
March:
17- Fran Warren's Community Meeting 6PM Westlake HS
21- Skate Night at Cascade 6PM -8PM
25- SGC Meeting at 4PM
25- Title I Input Meeting (Time TBD)
26 - PreK Lottery Day
28- FUNd Run / STEM Day
April:
7-11 -Spring Break
14 - Help a Child Smile
16 - GMAS Parent Night 6PM Media Center
19 - GMAS Kick off Pep Rally
21- Fran Warren's Community Meeting 6PM at Seaborn Lee ES
22- Visual and Performing Arts Showcase
Please be on the lookout for information regarding STEAM Day, International Day and Field Day as we would love to have you volunteer. If you have not completed the volunteer link on the Fulton County Schools website please do so now. You must be cleared to volunteer on campus.
We are looking forward to an EXTRAORDINARY last 10-weeks of school. Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns. Your partnership in making Randolph successful is appreciated.
In Partnership,
Head of School Wilson, Proud Dolphin
2025 Climate Survey: Your Voice Matters! Please Take the Georgia School Climate Survey Now
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Your voice matters! Help us create a safe, supportive, and thriving environment for our students by participating in the Georgia School Climate Survey.
This quick, anonymous survey gathers feedback on our school’s learning environment, safety, relationships, and overall climate. Your insights directly influence decisions to improve programs, policies, and culture—and impact school ratings with the State of Georgia.
Please take a few moments to complete the survey in the link below, by March 31, 2025.
Please respond as your participation directly impacts your school ratings with the State of Georgia.
Thank you for your partnership in making our school the best it can be!
Are You Ready to Become a Member of Our Governance Council
Candidate Declaration is Open for School Governance Elections
SGC elections are officially underway as the declaration period for parents and teachers opened on February 1. This year, approximately 250 seats will be available for stakeholders interested in leading strategic initiatives, as they work to support their schools to achieve goals aimed at improving academic performance, enhancing community relationships, and creating a welcoming environment for staff members. The declaration window will remain open until March 24 with voting to take place in April. Individuals interested in declaring candidacy or learning more about SGC elections should visit the charter system website.
We have two parent positions available.
Attendance Matters
Please be reminded that our start time is 7:40 AM daily. Students arriving after 7:40 AM are considered late to school. We are celebrating our scholars who have perfect attendance each month with certificates and a prize cart. Please make sure your scholar is part of the celebration.
Excessive tardiness results in a loss of instructional time for not only your scholar, but for the scholars and teacher who are being interrupted by late arrivals. Please make it a priority to bring your Dolphins to school on time. Dolphins who arrive late in excess of 10 times are subject to the residence verification process. Your name will be provided to our School Social Worker to begin the verification process. If your child does arrive late, a parent or guardian must walk the student in to sign him/her in for the day.
We are thankful for those of you who choose to walk your scholars to class each day. Please be reminded that pajamas, and head scarfs or bonnets are not appropriate dress when entering the building. Our school is a professional environment and must be treated as such. Your compliance with this request is appreciated.
Arrival and Dismissal
- Morning car rider drop-off will take place in the front of the school. Randolph staff will be present at the carpool loop to receive students from 7:10am until 7:40am daily. Parents must park vehicles and escort students into the building and sign-in after 7:40am.
- Bus rider parents, school busses depart our campus at 2:25pm daily. The FCS Code of Conduct applies to all students transported by school bus.
- Afternoon car riders will be picked up in the front of the school. Cars will enter through the main entrance to the school from Campbellton Rd. Please have your car rider number ready in the window. You must provide the car rider number tag for anyone designated to pick up your student. Picture ID is required when a new person picks up your scholar.
- Afternoon car rider parents, please make sure your scholar is picked up by 2:45pm.
- If picked up from school after 2:45pm, your scholar will be seated in the front office. Please park and come in to sign your scholar out. Parents who fail to pick up their scholars before 2:45pm in excess of 3 times will be required to either use bus transportation or secure after school care. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. Safety is our priority.
- As with students arriving tardy, students who are excessively picked up late are subject to residence verification.
- Early student pick-up ends at 2:00pm daily. Please contact the school if in need of emergency early pick-up.
Join the PTA
Thank you to those who have joined our PTA, and who attend our PTA meetings. If you have not had the chance to join, please scan the QR code located at the front entrance of our school. Membership for parents is $20 and student membership is $10.
Use the links below to join PTA and to purchase Randolph Spirit Wear (proceeds benefit the PTA).
School Governance Council
Our School Governance Council works to meet the innovative and flexible needs of our school. Please join us at our public SGC meetings. Your voice is important!
Our next SGC meeting is Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at 4PM in the media center.
Title I
Randolph ES is a Title I School. We will host Parent Engagement events throughout the school year. We will solicit your input on the Parent Family Engagement Plan (PFEP), which is linked below, the Family School Compact, and your support by attending our engagement activities.
Through Title I, we provide resources for families to support scholars with learning at home. We are currently hosting parent/teacher conferences. Please see the link below for information on how to make the most of your parent/teacher conference.
Our next Title I Family Engagement Event, will be the Title I Input Meeting tentatively scheduled for March 25, 2025.
Volunteering at Randolph
We are excited to welcome volunteers into our building! We love having volunteers on a regular basis. Please remember that if you are going to volunteer at Randolph ES in any capacity (in the classroom, in the media center, cafeteria, or at a school event, etc.) you must watch the volunteer video and fill out the volunteer form prior to being in the building. Once you complete the training, it takes up to 48 hours to process your approval. All approved volunteers must re-apply for volunteer status every two calendar years.
APEC Afterschool Care
The mission of APEC After School Enrichment Program is to provide meaningful programming for school age children during out of school times. We accomplish this by using a holistic approach to child development that involves enrichment of the mind, body and spirit through academic, physical and social development. We strategically collaborate with the schools and the community to provide unsurpassed support for the children and families we serve.
APEC After School Enrichment @ Randolph Elementary School
5320 Campbellton Road Atlanta GA 30331Office: 404-287-9709
After School Enrichment – Constructive programming for children including homework assistance and recreational activities.
APEC on Facebook!
Dates on the Horizon
March:
17- Fran Warren's Community Meeting 6PM Westlake HS
21- Skate Night at Cascade 6PM -8PM
25- SGC Meeting at 4PM
25- Title I Input Meeting (Time TBD)
26 - PreK Lottery Day
28- FUNd Run / STEM Day
April:
7-11 -Spring Break
14 - Help a Child Smile
16 - GMAS Parent Night 6PM Media Center
19 - GMAS Kick off Pep Rally
21- Fran Warren's Community Meeting 6PM at Seaborn Lee ES
22- Visual and Performing Arts Showcase
May:
7 - Fran Warren Community Meeting @ Tri Cities High School 6PM
14 - Pre K and Kindergarten Awards Program
15 - First and Second Grade Awards Program
15 - IB PYP Exhibition
16 - Field Day
20 - 5th Grade Ceremony at Westlake HS 6:00 PM
21 - 3rd and 4th Grade Awards Program
21 - 5th Grade Picnic
22 - Last Day of School