News for the Nest
November 15, 2024
A newsletter for Clayton families from school leadership and the PTA
News from School Leadership
THIS WEEK
Monday, Nov. 18
Tuesday, Nov. 19
Wednesday, Nov. 20
- 1st Grade Dowser Dan Performance in cafe
- 2nd Grade Field Trip to Pioneer Farms
- 10:30-1:45 PTA Staff Appreciation Presents: Sides & Pie for Staff
Friday, Nov. 22
- Wear Clayton spirit wear
- 8:00 HSR Virtual Caregiver Info Session (info in separate email sent 11/15)
- 2:00 Pre-K Family Feast
Thanksgiving Break Birthdays!
Sat. Nov 24 - Jen Rowland (ECSE Teacher)
Wed. Nov 27 - Sylvia Aguilar (Teaching Assistant)
Sun. Dec 1 - Maria Amaya (Custodian) & Jenny Daughtry (Bookkeeper)
Looking Ahead
Dec 2-6 - Special Education Staff Appreciation Week
Dec 4 - Final Science Fair Info/Help Session (details below)
Dec 5 - PTA Presents: "Yes You Can!" Assemblies
Dec 6 - CAPA Helping Hands Movie & Wrapping Party
Dec 7 - Clayton Choir performs at Circle C Holiday Party
Dec 12 - Clayton Choir Evening Concert
Thank you to Feeding Souls!
A HUGE thank you to Jaime Ospina of Feeding Souls, who performed for all our students during lunch today. Mr. Ospina is a Clayton parent and talented musician who shares his talents with children in schools through Feeding Souls. Our students loved this experience and we want to send our gratitude to Mr. Ospina!
TODAY (Nov 15) is the last day to order Original Works Art Fundraiser
This is your last chance! A flyer went home this work with ordering instructions.
You can purchase professionally-made products with your child’s artwork on them and a portion of the sales will benefit the art program at Clayton. Kids love to see their artwork on the products and they make great gifts as well. So grab your gift list and place your order before the fundraiser is over!
If you have questions about the Art Fundraiser, or difficulty placing an order, please contact Ashlea Cedrone at ashlea.cedrone@austinisd.org or the Customer Service Team through Original Work’s website.
Nov 16 Clean Up Day 8 am to 12 pm
Here are some ways you can be involved:
Sign up here to join Mrs. Walker & Mrs. Phillips 1-2 Fridays per month after school. Student & parent volunteers are welcome. Sign up slots are limited.
Purchase items from our Clayton Garden Club wish list or drop snacks off at the front office & label them ATTN: Mrs. Phillips / Clayton Garden Club. Non-perishable items are preferred.
Sign up for our November 16th clean up day! We are looking for a few Clayton parents and 4th-5th grade students to get dirty weeding & removing old plants.
November Butterfly Garden Clean Up Questions? Contact Mrs. Walker, annie.walker@austinisd.org
Upcoming Principal Chats
Dec 10 - What is the STAAR test?
STAAR is the State of Texas Assessment for Academic Readiness. Join us to learn more about the assessment for 3rd through high school students in Texas public schools. We will answer your questions and also...What's on the STAAR test? How is the data used? What is Clayton's culture around STAAR and "test prep"?
Date - Wednesday, Dec 10
Time - Noon
Location - Virtual link
Final Science Fair Info/Help Session
Click image below to access the Science Fair Project Proposal Form
News from PARENT TEACHER ASSOCIATION!
Clayton And Perez Alliance Thanksgiving Fundraiser
Nan Clayton PTA '24/'25 Sponsorship Program
Support the Nest TODAY!
Yep, It is finally here! For those business owners out there, please sign up today for our sponsorship program and reach out to over 800 families in and around Circle C while supporting the Cardinals Education. This program year closes Nov 30th, 2024 to meet all deliverables so grab your spot today!
NEW opportunities this year for families to sponsor with the "Family Sponsor" level at $50!
PTA General Member Meetings '24-'25
