Eagle Eye Newsletter
September 14th Edition
September is flying by. It is hard to believe that we will be halfway through September on Sunday. We enjoyed meeting and visiting with all of our fabulous grandparents on Thursday and Friday. Thank you for supporting our students with your love and energy!
Our annual Title I Parent Meeting will be held Tuesday, Sept. 17th at 6:00pm. All families are encouraged to attend to learn about our Title I program and how it benefits our students.
Please be sure you have updated your notification settings in Parent Square and read the newsletter each week to stay up to date on all the Taylor happenings!
Mark your calendars for these upcoming events.
- September 16-19 - Kindergarten Color Days
- September 17 - Title I Annual Parent Meeting
- September 17 - eCLASS Parent Night
- September 18 - Fall Pictures
- September 20 - Digital Learning Day #1
- September 27 - Gold Medal Fun Run
- September 27 - Progress reports emailed home
Fall Picture Information
We are getting ready to capture those bright smiles! School Picture Day is scheduled for Wednesday, September 18th. These photos will be used for yearbooks and other school memories, so don’t miss out! Flyers with detailed information were sent home in Friday Folders.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to your child's teacher. We can’t wait to see all the smiling faces!
Annual Title I Parent Meeting
September 17, 2024 - 6:00 PM
Please join us in the Media Center for our Annual Title 1 Parent Meeting. During this meeting we will share information on the Title I program, our budget and our plan for the year. Free childcare will be provided beginning at 5:45 pm. Translation services will be available.
eCLASS Parent Night
September 17, 2024 - 6:30 PM
Join us for eCLASS Parent Night
Are you a Kindergarten/New to GCPS Parent or Digital Learning Day Caregiver?
Do you need help getting ready for digital Learning days?
Join us for our annual eCLASS Parent Night to learn about digital learning days for your student(s) and have an opportunity to use the devices and websites your child uses.
Please let your child's teacher know if you plan to attend and we will have their device ready for you!
This will be in person at the school!
Come early for the Title I Parent Meeting to learn about Taylor's Title I Program & Benefits
Kindergarten Color Days
Each year we help our Kindergarten students learn their color words by celebrating a color each day for two weeks. Week two of Kindergarten Color Weeks will be September 16 - 19. All students and staff are encouraged to wear the daily color each day!
Sept. 16 - Brown
Sept. 17 - Purple
Sept. 18 - Black
Sept. 19 - Gray
Digital Learning Day #1
September 20, 2024, will be our first digital learning day of the school year.
All students will be learning from home that day. Chromebooks and chargers will be sent home with students Thursday, Sept. 19th.
Gold Medal Fun Run
Coming September 27th
- The GOLD MEDAL FUN RUN Updates:
- We are off to a slow, but steady start, TAYLOR! But, remember!! --- A steady pace can always wins the race!
- You have raised a total of $571.00 of the $15,000 GOAL
- Students, be on the lookout for the FUN RUN wall to appear with daily updates this upcoming week!
- Be sure to Register for the Gold Medal Fun Run! Registration is free and gets you your first raffle ticket for a chance at 1 of the 6 grand prizes... ALL FOR FREE! Register NOW!
- ONE WEEK remains to reach $25 in lap donations to receive a GOLD MEDAL FUN RUN TSHIRT. (after 9/20 this prize tier will change to a prize of equal value.)
- Parents, you can also purchase a Gold Medal Fun Run shirt inside our PTA store.
A Note from Mrs. Lovejoy in the Media Center
Book Mobile 5k & Fun Run
The Book Mobile 5K raises funds to put books in kids' hands. Our goal is to promote the love of reading for all.
Join us for a fantastic morning full of music, door prizes, awards, snacks and of course, the run.
Leashed dogs and strollers are welcome!
Click on link for more information or to sign up!
https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/Suwanee/BookMobile5K
Reader of the Month begins in September!
Each month a student from each class will be selected by their teacher as Reader of the Month.
Each Reader will get:
- Their picture on the Wall of Fame
- A certificate and bookmark
- Their name on the morning Eagle Eye News broadcast
PTA News
PTA Membership
- Always on sale at ketaylorpta.givebacks.com/store! Get yours today! Starting at $8!
- *Common Misconception about Joining PTA means you have to volunteer, or will be asked to assist in some way....
- Joining PTA DOES NOT require you for any volunteer services. It's all about being a part of the Taylor Community!*
Spirit Wear Order Update
CHIPOTLE SPIRIT NIGHT
25% OF EVENT SALES GET DONATED TO THE CAUSE
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Reflections 2024
REFLECTIONS 2024 IS HERE!
2024's theme is: Accepting Imperfections
(Try to base all art pieces off of this theme)
ATTENTION! : Artists of Taylor -- 3D Arts, Movie Making, Singing, Writing, ALL ARTISTS WELCOME!
Please think about submitting your pieces to this year's Art competition! The winners of each grade level will be submitted to the state level !! Such a huge honor! I look forward to celebrating all of the amazing pieces we will receive!
- All submissions must have the submission packet completely filled out to be submitted to the competition (*Don't forget your Artist Statements*)
- Due date for submissions: Friday, OCTOBER 4th, 2024
Celebrate National Lights On Afterschool!
Walk Among the Stars
Saturday, October 19
1:00pm – 4:00pm
Games | Crafts | Giveaways | Vendors | STEAM activities
There will be a special activity for currently enrolled afterschool studentsThis is a free event for all families.
Hip Hip Hooray! Today's Your Day Birthday Package
Wish your child a Happy Birthday at school with a special celebration that includes:
- Hip Hip Hooray! Today’s Your Day Birthday Certificate displayed outside your child’s classroom.
- Birthday announcement on the school news & digital sign
- Birthday Ribbon for your child to wear on his/her special day!
- Special Happy Birthday Pencil
Hip Hip Hooray Birthday celebration package: $15.00
Pay online any time using mypaymentsplus.com.
You can place your order now for a birthday any time this school year!
NOTE:
- A THREE (3) SCHOOL DAY NOTICE IS REQUIRED (weekends and holidays do not count)
- Weekend birthdays will be celebrated on Friday
- Birthdays that fall over holidays and breaks will be celebrated the last day before the break.
The last day to order for a May Birthday is April 18th, so please plan ahead.
NO REFUNDS ON BIRTHDAY PACKAGES.
This fundraiser supports the Taylor Elementary Music Department.
Times to Remember
Please remember, our school arrival times have changed a bit. Student arrival begins at 8:15 and the car rider doors close at 8:35 am. Our late bell rings at 8:40 am. If your child will be eating breakfast at school, please arrive in time to eat and return to class by 8:40. Taylor Elementary arrival and dismissal times are listed below.
8:15 am - Car Rider Doors Open
8:35 am - Car Rider Doors Close
8:40 am - First Bell
8:45 am - Late Bell
8:50 am - Start of School Day
2:45 pm – Last Student Check Out
3:20 pm - Dismissal Begins
3:40 pm - Car Rider Doors Close