The Sailor Signal

OCTOBER:

• October 23 - Early Release Wednesday. Dismissal @ 2:30 PM
  
• October 24 - Picture Retake Day
• October 25 - Volunteer Training @ Noon/12:00 PM
• October 25 - PTA's Monster Mash, 6:00-8:00 PM
• October 30 - Early Release Wednesday. Dismissal @ 2:30 PM

NOVEMBER:

• November 3 - Daylight Saving time ENDS - Set clocks BACK one hour
• November 6 - Early Release Wednesday. Dismissal @ 2:30 PM
• November 11 - NO SCHOOL - Veteran's Day
• November 12 - PTA Meeting, 7:00-8:00 PM
• November 13 - Early Release Wednesday. Dismissal @ 2:30 PM
• November 19 - Early Release for Elem. Conferences. Dismissal @ 12:40 PM
• November 20 - Early Release Wednesday. Dismissal @ 2:30 PM
• November 21 - Early Release for Elem. Conferences. Dismissal @ 12:40 PM
• November 22 - Early Release for Elem. Conferences. Dismissal @ 12:40 PM
• November 25 - Early Release for Elem. Conferences. Dismissal @ 12:40 PM
• November 26 - Early Release for Elem. Conferences. Dismissal @ 12:40 PM
• November 27 - Early Release for students @ 12:45 PM
• November 28 - NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving
• November 29 - NO SCHOOL

Did you miss picture day or want to take a new picture? Retake day is quickly approaching. If we did not see you on picture day or you would like a new image, Dorian Studio will be taking pictures at your school again soon. Do not miss out on ordering pictures of your student. Orders may be placed online by searching for your school name at mydorian.com and selecting the green Order button next to your school retake day event. Online orders are available up to 2 days after retake day. If you already ordered and want a new picture taken, please be sure to return your original picture packet to the photographer on retake day.

We need two volunteers for picture retake day on October 24, 2024 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Please email Sarah McKinnon smckinnon@nsd.org

Please make sure that you drop your child/ren off no earlier than 9:15 AM for school. We do not have supervision until 9:15 AM and we want to insure that everyone stays safe. Thank you

At Cottage Lake, our classrooms will not hold a specific Halloween party for their students. We will hold a classroom party, but this will look like a Fall harvest/celebration. Additionally, costumes should NOT be worn on Halloween. This is a school-wide decision and has been in place for several years. We strive to support an inclusive environment for each student and family.

If your student is really looking for a time to wear a costume to school, the PTA is holding their Monster Mash next Friday, October 25. This is a great time for your children to dress up for this event.

An Invitation From Mrs. Hanning, Cottage Lake’s Music Specialist:

I am very excited to let you know that Cottage Lake will have an assembly for Veterans Day on Friday, November 8th at 2:40.

We will be honoring our Community’s and Country’s Veterans and active military personnel during this assembly. The 4th/5th grade students will be performing beautiful and meaningful Patriotic songs to honor and show our respect. Our CLE will also perform one joint Choral song!

Cottage Lake students and families are welcome and encouraged to extend an invite to any Veterans or active military personnel family members, or friends to join us. We would like to have as many guest Veterans as we can get to share this experience with us!

Thank you,

Mrs. Hanning

Hello Cottage Lake Families!

For our Veterans Day Concert, Mr. Mike and I would love to put together a slideshow to showcase CLE students' family/friends who have served or are currently serving in our military.

If you would like to share a picture of your Veteran or family member/friend who is currently serving, please send your photo in an e-mail to khanning@nsd.org with the following information:

1. Name of person in photo

2. Title of person in photo

3. Military branch

4. Relationship to student at CLE

*Only photos received by Friday, November 1st will be added to the slideshow. It is imperative that you send your photos by this date.

Thank you,

Mrs. Hanning

HEAD START & READY START

Head Start & Ready Start are early learning programs that provide many free services to eligible 3-5 yr. old children and their families. Call one our Family Support Specialists to see if you are eligible:

Woodmoor Elementary

• Sheriece Simon: 425-408-6072
• Kendra Rodriguez (Spanish): 425-408-5678

Arrowhead Elementary

• Stephanie Gonwa: 425-408-4829
• Emily Birchman (Spanish): 425-408-4862

Sorenson Early Childhood Center

• Office: 425-408-5570
• Erinn Zavaglia (Spanish): 425-408-5566

Northshore School District believes that for all students to be successful, they must feel a sense of belonging and personal connection to our school communities. We are committed to providing our students the services and support needed to achieve this goal. Students’ perception and feedback on how they experience well-being, safety and relationships, and school climate and culture is vitally important to ensuring supportive school environments for each and every Northshore student.

Cottage Lake students in grades K-5 will have the opportunity in the fall and spring to take the survey at school. The survey's will be administered online to students during specific survey windows.

Our survey windows are as follows:

• October 14-25, 2024
• March 17-28, 2024

Attention NEW to Cottage Lake families,

At Cottage Lake, we hold Volunteer Trainings for all adults working at our school. These are similar to the district volunteer video/training, but specific to Cottage Lake. I ask that each adult who volunteers at Cottage Lake to participate in the training once while I am the Principal. During this training, I will note specifics about supporting students at Cottage Lake and volunteering in general. Parents do not need to sign-up or register for a training. Each training will run approximately 30 minutes in length.

The Volunteer Trainings that have been scheduled so far this school year are:

• October 25th @ 12:00 PM
  

Parents do not need to attend multiple trainings; you need to attend one if you are new to Cottage Lake.

The Northshore School District is pleased to share two current opportunities for our community to help shape the District through work on task forces and committees:

• Technology Advisory Committee
• Capital Bond Planning Task Force

We invite you to learn more about the opportunities using the links above and if interested, submit an application prior to the Oct. 20 due date.

Superintendent Tolley’s fall and winter Listen & Learn sessions are an opportunity to share information and hear back from families and students. School Board representatives will also be present at each session. A full list of dates are available on the Superintendent’s website, and the next sessions will take place on:

• Thursday, Oct. 24, 6-7:30 p.m. in the Board Room of the Admin Center, 3330 Monte Villa Parkway, Bothell. The focus group of attendees is Black/African American students, families, and community.
• Wednesday, Oct. 30, 6-7:30 p.m. in the Board Room of the Admin Center, 3330 Monte Villa Parkway, Bothell. The focus group of attendees is Portuguese-speaking students, families, and community.

Below are links to community E-flyers that were recently approved for sharing with District families. These activities are not sponsored nor endorsed by the Northshore School District or any of its schools.

• Everett Rowing Association: Register for Fall Rowing Club
• Free Tutoring: Kenmore Library
• Climb the Ladder: Speech and Debate programs
• Woodinville Ski Bus
• Inglemoor Cheer Camp
• Northwest Water Polo Club

The District assumes no responsibility for the conduct during or the safety of the activities. Northshore School District shall be held harmless from any cause of action, claim, or petition filed in any court or administrative tribunal arising out of the distribution of these materials including attorney's fees and judgment or awards.

Monster Mash - Friday 10/25 from 6-8:00 p.m.!

Dress like a ghoul, dance like a fool and do the Monster Mash!

Our annual Monster Mash school dance is right around the corner and we are seeking volunteers to help make this event a frightful delight.

Please consider signing up below to support this spooktacular event!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AAAA82CAAFBC25-51707591-monster

Calling All Volunteers: Help Us Create a Delicious Soup and Salad Spread for Staff Appreciation Lunch!

Let us show our CLE Staff how much we appreciate them by providing them with a warm, delicious lunch. Please click here to review available spots! Thank you in advance for helping out!

Are you a father figure of a student at Cottage Lake Elementary? Are you looking for a way to make a positive impact in your child's life at school? WATCH D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) is a national organization of fathers, grandfathers, step-fathers, uncles, and other father figures who volunteer at least one day during the year in their child's school. Volunteering provides an extra set of eyes and ears to enhance school security, reduce bullying, and provide a greater sense of campus safety, allowing students and teachers to focus on learning and instruction. This can only be successful with your help.

We are now taking sign-ups for the 2024-2025 school year. Sign up early for the best selection of weeks.

We’re selling holiday evergreens to raise money for our Cottage Lake Sailors! These wreaths and evergreens come fresh from the Cascade Mountains. They’re lush, rich in color, and long-lasting. Plus, they smell amazing!

By purchasing one of these beautiful, handcrafted wreaths, you’re helping fund essential classroom resources, enrichment activities, and community events that make Cottage Lake Elementary a special place for learning and growth.

Order yours today and share the spirit of the holidays!

https://www.sherwoodfundraiser.com/cottagelakepta

⚓Why should you join?⚓

At Cottage Lake Elementary School, the PTA plays a crucial role in supporting academic needs, advocating for your child’s health and safety, and enhancing the overall quality of education. By becoming a member, you help us provide essential resources, address key issues, and build a more inclusive and connected school community. Your participation, even as a single new member, makes a significant impact. We invite you to join us and see how much more we can accomplish together!

• Membership is valid for the 2024 - 2025 school year.
• Volunteering is not required, and it can look different for everyone. Whether you choose to contribute time or service in a way that fits your schedule, your involvement is always appreciated
• Each membership fee contributes $10 to the Cottage Lake PTA, with the remaining funds going to Washington State National PTA dues and Northshore Council fees, which help sustain our PTA’s framework.

✨Don't forget! If your company has an Employee Donation Match program, you can have your membership fee matched. Just include Cottage Lake Elementary PTA in your donation submissions!

CLICK HERE TO JOIN - https://wspta-00023195.givebacks.com/store?limit=21&live=true

You can stay up to date with our PTA by reading through newsletters I send, but you can also visit their website: https://www.cottagelakepta.org. We are looking for a great year of partnership ahead.

At Cottage Lake Elementary, it is our united mission to build a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment of resilient lifelong learners. In partnership with our vibrant community, we embrace our diversity and strive to foster trust and kindness.

Email: jwelch@nsd.org
Website: https://cottagelake.nsd.org/
Location: 15940 Avondale Road Northeast, Woodinville, WA, USA
Phone: 425-408-4200