The Compass 9/2/24

Mission - Arbor View will engage all children in learning experiences to establish a foundation for success

Vision - To ensure the growth and development of all learners

I hope you all have a great 3 day weekend!

Throughout the day today we practiced all of our Standard Response Protocol drills. Each drill has a specific name along with directions. A brief explanation is listed below in addition to the graphics with more information. We practice all of these drills at least once per semester. Fire Drills/Evacuations are practiced more regularly.

"Hold" - students and staff remain in classrooms and proceed with business as usual

"Secure" - students and staff remain in classrooms and proceed with business as usual, however no one is allowed outside or inside during this drill, there is potential dangerous activity in the neighborhood or surrounding area, we are typically informed by law enforcement when this is needed

"Lockdown" - we turn off lights, lock doors and pods and remain quiet in place as the danger is in the building

"Evacuate" - this is standard fire drill procedure for exiting the building safely

"Shelter" - Students and staff proceed to our storm shelters due to impending weather or if we are in a storm warning

Please ask your children about these drills today to reinforce the importance of following adult directions to stay safe.

Thank you!

Walking Club Reminder

To help reduce congestion at the main entrance in the morning, we will start directing students to join the Walking Club if they arrive before the doors open at 8:08 AM. If parents or other adults would like to join their children at Walking Club, you are more than welcome to do so.

Attendance Matters!

Research shows that attending school regularly has a direct correlation to higher achievement. All instances of chronic absenteeism will be communicated to families and we will work with you to improve attendance rates. Students are defined as chronically absent when excused and unexcused absences exceed 10% of school days at any point in the year.

Dr. Sidders

September 12th - Preschool Fun Run

September 13th - Elementary Fun Run

September 19th-25th - Scholastic Book Fair

September 24th - Parent/Teacher Conferences - one hour early dismissal - Elementary at 2:06; Preschool at 2:30

September 25th - Parent/Teacher Conferences - one hour early dismissal - Elementary at 2:06; Preschool at 2:30

September 26th - No School - Teacher In-service

September 27th - No School

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The Scholastic Book Fair is coming! SAVE THE DATE for September 19th - 25th and get ready to empower your reader with book choice. Start exploring together: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/arborviewelementary

#ScholasticBookFairs

Hello Arbor View Families! Kalle Wellendorf here! I am your student(s) art teacher! Welcome to the new school year! I wanted to reach out early to let you know that each fall I start lessons with your children that we use for fundraising. This year will look a little different this year ...

Due to unforeseen circumstances the company that I have used in the past, SilverGraphics, has decided to close.

"Art to Remember" will help the Arbor View art room run the fundraiser for this year. With your help, I hope we can make this a smooth transition. The students at Arbor View Elementary will start learning what their lesson will be in the coming days!

I will send out a notification soon to all families detailing due dates and delivery dates for your keepsakes! There is no obligation to buy, but I like giving parents the opportunity to easily shop and purchase quality personalized items that can also benefit their child's experience in art! The products are really nice and high quality! They will be perfect for gift giving.

As always, thank you so much for your support over the years and helping me get art supplies into the hands of your kids!!!

As was shared with all families in an email from Elkhorn Public Schools in early August, information regarding the resources utilized by Elkhorn Public Schools in the event of severe weather can be found at the link below.

EPS Severe Weather Protocols - August 2024 Letter to Staff and Families

Let's flip the script - creating a sense of "JOMO (that's Joy of Missing Out) encourages students to be fully present and embrace being in the here and now! Check out Screen Sanity for more helpful tips and remember the importance of modeling being where your feet are!

TeamMates of Elkhorn is currently seeking additional mentors to fulfill our waitlist! Mentors spend 30 minutes a week building a lasting relationship, and creating a positive impact that lasts a lifetime. Please consider volunteering your time to meet the growing need for mentors across our District. Apply now by clicking here!

Additionally, visit Runza on Tuesday, September 19, and support your local chapter of TeamMates! 10% of all Runza sales at the 204th and Maple location will be donated back to our Elkhorn chapter.

Per EPS Board Policy 1006.07, District residents aged 65+ are eligible for a free activity pass which admits the holder to District-sponsored events and activities. Passes can be picked up at the EPS Central Office at 20650 Glenn St. during normal business hours. Individuals must provide a valid driver's license showing a current address of residence with EPS boundaries to receive a pass.

As was shared with all families in an email from Elkhorn Public Schools on July 24, updated cell phone expectations will be implemented at all EPS schools for the 2024-25 school year. Links to our student handbook and the EPS email that was sent to families can be found below.

2024-25 Elementary Student Handbook -- Cell Phone Policy found on Page 8

Elkhorn Public Schools Email sent to all EPS Families on July 24, 2024

EPS utilizes text messages to efficiently share important information with parents, including weather-related school closings and bus route delays. To receive EPS text messages, please text “Yes” to 67587 to opt in.

The September Menu is included below as well as a pdf with information on the new technology Sodexo is implementing this year called Nutrislice.

⁓Physical and Immunization Requirements⁓

Nebraska law requires that all school children have a physical examination upon entry into school, at seventh grade, and when transferring from an out-of-state school. Students must also provide proof of a visual evaluation to include testing for amblyopia, strabismus, internal and external eye health and visual acuity upon entry into school and when transferring from an out-of-state school. The law also requires your child be immunized and provide proof of immunization before attending classes. All 7th grade students are required to have a Tdap vaccine. Please visit this link: Summary of the School Immunization Rules and Regulations to view specific vaccine requirements for the age of your child. If you have not yet turned in your Kindergarten, 7th grade, or new out-of-state student’s paperwork, please do so ASAP.

⁓Medication Policy⁓

If your student requires any medication (over-the-counter and/or prescription) while at school, each medication must have a Medication Authorization Form signed by the parent and a physician before we can administer. All medications must be unexpired and provided in the original packaging and/or pharmacy container. For prescription medications, please only provide a maximum of 30 day supply at a time. All medication must be dropped off in the office by a parent or guardian. Please do not send any medications with your student. Also, if you believe your student is capable of managing their own inhaler or epi pen while at school (at least 4th or 5th grade), here is the link for the Self-management Of Asthma and Severe Allergy (Anaphylaxis) at School Consent/release form.

⁓Students with Asthma, Severe Allergies, Diabetes, and/or Seizures⁓

If your child has asthma, severe allergies, diabetes, and/or seizures, and you have not yet done so, please submit an Action Plan signed by your physician. Plans must be updated annually.

⁓Sick Child Policy⁓

Just a reminder to monitor your child for symptoms of illness and to keep them home if they have any of the following: fever >100.0, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, head lice, eye infection. Students must be free of these conditions for 24 hours before returning to school.

As always, please let me know if you have any questions or concerns!

Thank You!

Sarah Hehn, RN, BSN

shehn@epsne.org

The next PTO Meeting is scheduled to be held on Monday, September 9th at 6:00. All PTO meetings are held in our library/Media Center unless communicated otherwise.

Arbor View PTO Website

Directory Link

The password for the directory is Sidders21

Arbor View PTO Meeting Minutes

8/19/2024 @ 6:00 PM

1. Board In Attendance:

2. Meeting Dates for 24-25 School Year each at 6:00 PM

1. August 19

2. September 9

3. October 7

4. November 4th

5. No December

6. January 6th

7. February 3rd

8. March 3rd

9. April 7th

10. May 5th

3. Principal’s Report & School News (Dr. Sidders)

1. Sept 5th - School Pictures

2. Benchmark testing this week for the Fall (reading and math)

3. Our building is full this year—exciting AND we are being thoughtful and explicit with teaching because of this

4. Approval of Minutes (Angie Ballard/Nikaela Schroeder)

1. Motion - Ashley Peterson, Second - Annie Thompson

1. Motion Approved

5. Treasurer’s Report (Tracy Connor)

1. Big Items

1. Carnival $$ from May

2. $21,000 to the EPS Foundation for Tornado Relief

3. Field Trip, 5th Grade Celebration/outing were expenses

4. Backlot improvement

5. Scholarship Fund - $5000 matched from the foundation so this is well funded! (gave 1 - $500 scholarship to a student from EHS)

2. Proposed Budget

1. Motion: Adrienne Heithoff, Second Ashley Peterson

1. Motion Approved

COMMITTEE REPORTS

1. Directory (Chair: Katie Mueller)

1. Forms for directory have not yet gone out

2. Yearbook Committee (Chair: Becky Albright)

1. Will need a person to sign up for taking pictures at each event!

2. Reaching out to Lifetouch to compare prices on yearbook options this year to compare to Jostens as pricing keeps going up

3. Staff Appreciation - April (Chair: Aimee Tice)

1. Need an additional person to co-chair

2. Full week for staff

4. Spirit Wear (Chair: Aimee Tice)

1. Will happen in October

2. Contemplating some new options:

1. Enamel Pins?

2. Stickers for water bottles

3. Throw Blankets

5. Woot Woot Wagon (Chair: Nikaela Schroeder and Shawna Michner)

6. Kindness Committee (Andrea Olson)

1. Birthday Gift for all the staff

2. Quarterly gift for a morale boost for all the staff

3. Sign up geniuses for potluck lunches from time to time

4. National “day” baskets (principal, secretary, custodian etc)

Fun & Fundraisers

1. Spooktacular (Jammie Storovich) DATE:

1. Put on by the Student Council (Wellendorf and Willms)

1. Used to be the Pancake Man (?)

2. We provide some fire pits (gathered from community), s’mores goodies

2. Classroom Party Planning

1. Need Room Lead Volunteer for the following classroom

1. 1st and 4th

2. Halloween Parties

1. October 31st, 2024

3. Valentines Parties

1. February 7th, 2025

3. Family Formal (Nikaela Schroeder & Brooke Givens)

1. February 7th, 2025

4. Family Bingo Night (Annie Thompson)

1. March 7th, 2025

5. Carnival (Sarah Stephens & Becky Albright & Annie Thompson)

1. May 2nd, 2025

6. Fun Run (Shawna Michner/Annie Thompson)

1. September 13th, 2024

2. Runs from the 3rd of September to the 13th of September

7. Teacher Meal Organizer (Aimee Tice)

1. Back to School (this is already done)

2. 1 dinner for each set of conferences

3. Total Certified Staff: 60 (ish)

4. 83 total staff this year

8. Official PTO Flier Maker (Collette Kinsey)

1. Canva?

2. Look into getting this for the PTO

9. Dining Nights (Andrea Olson)

10. Dairy Chef Fundraiser (Nikaela Schroeder)

11. Scholarship Committee (Tracy Connor)

12. FUN RUN INFORMATION (SEPTEMBER 13TH, 2024)

1. Sept 3rd through the 13th

2. Big Target goal for this year’s: Marquee for the front of the school

1. Digital: software and digital information goes faster (lots of red tape)

2. Marquee has easily replaced letters

3. Looking into cost

3. Incentive Goals

1. $35,000 take home is stretch goal for this year

2. $30,000 - Gaga Pit

3. $25,000 - 1000 to the book vending machine

4. $20,000 - Snow Cone

5. $15,000 - Lunch Outside

6. Landscaping for the sunshade areas?

4. NEED DAY OF VOLUNTEERS

1. Stephanie Lafarr

2. Nikaela Schroeder (will make a sign up genius)

1. Prizes each day

Elkhorn Public School Families - if you have any concerns regarding your young child’s development, don’t hesitate to reach out to the EPS Early Intervention team. Our dedicated professionals are here to support you and your child’s needs. Visit Elkhorn Public Schools Early Intervention for more information.

Elementary (K-5)

7:35 - Breakfast is available in the cafeteria at this time until walking club starts

8:10 - First Bell

8:15 - Tardy Bell - School begins

3:06 - Dismissal

PreK AM -

8:20 - Arrival

11:30 - Dismissal

PreK PM -

12:20 - Arrival

3:30 - Dismissal

We encourage preschool families not to arrive before 8:15 in the morning. This causes confusion with elementary drop off that doesn't end until 8:15.

To ensure the safety and security of our students and staff, all school doors will remain locked during the school day. Visitors can gain access through the main entrance using the security camera/access panel. Please follow these steps:

1. Request Access:

   • Push the button on the security panel.
   • Wait for the office staff to request your identification.

2. Provide Identification:

   • State your name and the purpose of your visit.

3. Enter the School:

   • Once you hear the door unlatch, enter the building.
   • Proceed directly to the office.

4. Sign In:

   • Sign in on the visitor sheet.
   • Take a visitor badge.

5. Sign Out:

   • When leaving, return to the office.
   • Sign out and return your badge to it's proper location.

Enhanced Security with Sallyport System: To further enhance our security measures, Arbor View has installed a sallyport system in the main office. This controlled entry system ensures that visitors must pass through an additional layer of security before gaining access to the school. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we implement this important safety feature.

Dropping Off Items: If you need to drop off something your child has forgotten, please bring it to the office. We will ensure it is delivered to your child, helping to minimize classroom interruptions.

Thank you for your cooperation in maintaining a secure and efficient environment at Arbor View.

To ensure the safety and efficiency of our drop-off and pick-up process, please follow these guidelines:

1. Arrival and Departure:

   • Students should begin exiting vehicles once the vehicle has pulled as far forward as possible.
   • Staff will be outside to assist with drop-off and pick-up. Please pay attention to their signals for where to pull up and when to move forward. Staff members are there to direct traffic to help ensure safety for all and to keep things moving in an orderly fashion.
   • Drivers are to stay inside the vehicle at all times in the drop-off/pick-up lane.

2. Student Safety:

   • Students should enter and exit the vehicle curbside.
   • Students should use the crosswalk to cross to the parking lot and should never cross in front of traffic in the drop-off lane.

3. Traffic Flow:

   • Left Lane: Traffic should always be moving other than when stopped at the safety patrol crossing and should never stop to let a child out of the car.
   • Right Lane: Pull forward if there is space available. Children can be dropped off anywhere along the sidewalk as long as they get out on the curbside.
   • Graphic: The graphic below will help explain the traffic flow and expectations.

4. Line Etiquette:

   • Please wait your turn in line and do not cut the line to make a drop-off or pick-up. Everyone is here for the same goal and reason; please be mindful and respectful of that.
   • If your child is unable to unbuckle/buckle themselves, please practice this at home. It is important that they can do this independently.

5. General Guidelines:

   • Be patient and a positive role model for our children. These procedures are in place to help maintain a safe and respectful environment.
   • It is unlawful to park in a handicap stall without proper licensing.

6. Communication:

   • Please make sure to share these procedures with anyone who may be dropping off and/or picking up your children.

Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring a safe and efficient process for all.

tsidders@epsne.org

Tracy Santelman, Admin Assistant

tsantelman@epsne.org

Arbor View

arborview@epsne.org

Email: arborview@epsne.org
Website: https://www.elkhornweb.org/arborview/
Location: 5115 N 208th St, Elkhorn, NE, USA
Phone: 402-289-1007
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