As we wrap up our first week of the school year, I wanted to take a moment to share my gratitude and excitement for the great start we’ve had.

Our students came back ready to learn, and it has been wonderful to see their enthusiasm and joy as they reconnect with friends and dive into learning. I’ve seen so many smiles, heard great stories from the classrooms, and witnessed the beginning of what promises to be a fantastic year.

I’d also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all our families for your support during this transition back to school. Your partnership plays a crucial role in your child’s success, and we appreciate everything you do to prepare them for the school day and beyond.

Our teachers and staff have worked incredibly hard to make this first week smooth, welcoming, and productive. Their dedication to creating a safe and engaging learning environment has been remarkable, and I’m proud of the collaborative spirit we’ve seen from everyone.

As we move forward, we’re excited to build on this strong foundation. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions. We’re here to support you and your children in every way we can.

Thank you again for your continued support and trust. Let’s keep the momentum going and make this school year one to remember!

We have a unprecented number of car riders this year. Thank you for your paitience as we navigate a new system. Our number goal is safety, but we also want to ensure that our car pool traffic does not interfer with the traffic on Hall Road or hinder traffic entering and exiting Langston Hughes High School.

As a result, we ask that you follow the new traffic pattern through the parking lot of LHHS. **see diagram**

The car rider line will be long. Bring a book. :) If you did not get a car rider number, get one from the front desk on the first day. Please display the car tag on the rear-view mirror.

As a reminder: All dismissal changes should be done in writing. Send a note in the communication folder or come to the front desk to complete a form. Please do not send changes through Class Dojo.

The name of this week is I.N.D.E.P.E.N.D.E.N.T.; We want all students to walk to class without assistance. You may walk your studnet to class if it is their first day. You are welcome to park and walk your student into the lobby. Depending on the time of the morning, you may be asked to drive through the car lane as we have determind that the entry way at the top of the property is too narrow to allow entry and exiting. Mr. Ransom is at the top of the drive way to assist you.

As a reminder, the cafeteria closes for breakfast at 7:35.

The doors of the school are opened at 7:10 each day. Students can eat breakfast for free in the cafeteria before going to class. Breakfast ends at 7:35 am. It's crucial that students arrive at school before 7:40, as after this time, they are considered late and must be signed in by an adult. Punctuality is key to a successful school day.

Last year, less than 78% of students met the threshold for satisfactory attendance. Satisfactory attendance is characterized by being present at least 90% of the school year. That is less than seventeen days for students enrolled on the first day. This year, we are striving for 90% of students with less than 15 days absent this year. Regular attendance is crucial for students’ success. Please ensure your child arrives on time and is ready to learn daily. If your student gets sick, notify the school immediately by sending an excuse to renaissanceESattendance@fultonschools.org

or a handwritten note. Include the following information.

Student Name

Parent/Guardian signature, phone number/e-mail address

Reason for the absence

You can also elect to use Remote Learning Days. Remote days must be requested in advance of the absence. To request a remote day, notify your child’s teacher via e-mail and copy Stephannie Green, the data Clerk, at greens11@fultonschools.org. Each student earns five remote days per semester. Students will be given assignments to make up for the missed day(s) at school. When the work is returned, the student will be counted as present for the day(s) missed.

Students are encouraged to wear uniforms. The Renaissance uniform is a red or black polo-style shirt with khaki or black bottoms (shorts, pants, skirts, skorts, etc.). Students can wear a college shirt on Wednesday or a Renaissance school shirt on Friday. School T-shirts will be on sale at the front desk.

Renaissance ES will participate in the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable program. The program provides a free fruit or vegetable snack to our students. The program's goal is to expand the variety of fruits & vegetables children experience, increase their consumption of healthy foods, and impact the children's present and future health. Students will receive this snack three times per week.

The cafeteria will have extra sales like chips and ice cream for purchase during the lunch block. Students can bring cash or set up an account on MyPaymentPlus. You will need the student ID number to set up an account.

Please join us for an eventful August 20th.

Pre-K Workshop @ 4pm

Title I Annual Meeting @4:30

PTA Meeting @5pm

Curriculum Night @6pm

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APEC Family Foundation Fund, Inc. will continue to provide after-school tutorials and enrichment for the students at Renaissance E.S. This year, APEC will offer scholarships and provide tuition breaks based on income. GAGAPS are also welcome. For more information, visit APECprep.com

There will be other daycare providers available for sign-up during Open House.

Follow the link to Totem to join PTA to join.

Renaissance ES PTA (jointotem.com)

We will continue our commitment and partnership with the local PTA. Our goal is to increase PTA membership and participation. We hope that more families will continue participating in PTA through membership and involvement in our school community. Please consider completing the volunteer orientation to become a school volunteer. www.fultonschools.org/volunteer

We also welcome your support of our School Governance Council. This group meets each month and helps support the mission and vision of the school.

We will have quarterly Principal Chats this year. However, my door is always open, and I welcome your input. Please feel free to stop in or call to discuss any concerns, suggestions, or ideas to help our school continue to make great strides!

The first principal chat will be held on September 13th at 7:40.

"Here Comes the Bus" is a free, easy-to-use website and app that enables you to see the location of your child’s school bus on a smartphone, tablet, or personal computer. This way, you know when the bus is near your stop, so you can send your child out at just the right time. No more worrying about whether your child has missed the bus!

The Infinite Campus portals - Campus Parent and Campus Student - provides access to information for all enrolled students in their household. Information includes grades, attendance, assignments, and school announcements.

Note: Parents must register the first time they are accessing their account. All students have access to Campus Student via ClassLink.