News From the Nest
New Hope Elementary School
DATES TO KNOW
AUG. 27 - CURRICULUM NIGHT (SI, 1st, 3rd, 5th) - 5:30 or 6:15
AUG. 28 - HOUSE SPIRIT DAY
AUG. 28 - PTO FALL FUNDRAISER KICK OFF
AUG. 28 - GIRL SCOUT INFORMATIONAL MEETING, 6PM, POST ROAD LIBRARY
AUG. 29 - CUB SCOUT INFORMATIONAL MEETING, 6PM, CAFETERIA
AUG. 30 - KONA ICE
AUG. 30 - EARLY RELEASE, 11:50
SEPT. 2 - LABOR DAY (NO SCHOOL)
SEPT. 5 - FALL PICTURE DAY
SEPT. 10 - PTO MEETING, 6PM, CAFETERIA AND VIRTUAL
Important Attendance Information
Afternoon Transportation Changes
If your student needs to go home a different way than their USUAL form of transportation, please fill out the Afternoon Transportation Form located HERE and on our website under Quick Links. The form closes every day at 1pm after which time we will notify classroom teachers of any changes. Thank you for not emailing or calling the teacher directly, as these messages often go overlooked during instruction time throughout the school day. You do NOT need to use this form if you are checking your child out early.
WHAT'S FOR LUNCH?
Please visit www.mealviewer.com to access our menus.
New Classroom Donations Drop Off Cart
If your child is unable to bring in donations for the classroom there will be a cart outside the front office for you to drop off the classroom donations. All items must be labeled with the name of the teacher the item is for. If the item is perishable and requires immediate refrigeration please stop by the front office. Please email the classroom teacher once the classroom donation(s) are dropped off. We will not interrupt the learning environment to take classroom donations to classrooms or call the classroom to send your child to the office to retrieve any items. The cart will be moved inside every day at 1:45pm. **Please note: this cart is not for forgotten lunches, water bottles or eyeglasses. Those items will still be left inside on the small cart in the vestibule.
Make sure to have your child wear their House shirt or color on these fun House Spirit Days. They can earn points for their House! If you have ordered a new House shirt, it will be delivered approximately 2 weeks after the order window closes. For the August 28 House Spirit Day, please have students wear a shirt of their choice in their house color.
PICTURE DAY - SEPT. 5
All students will have their picture made on September 5. Order forms will be coming home with your child soon. You may also preorder HERE. Purchasing photos is optional.
After School Clubs Registration
Science Olympiad Application (3rd/4th/5th Grades)
VEX IQ Robotics Registration (4th/5th Grades)
Let's Celebrate Birthdays!
Mark Your Calendar!
Kona Ice - Aug. 30
Our first Kona Ice fundraiser will be August 30. You may prepay for all Kona Ice days using the QR code below if you choose. You may still send in $5 cash for your student on Kona Ice days also.
Attention 5th Grade Students!!
PTO Happenings
PTO Membership Drive
Membership Update - We still have almost two weeks left but here are the current leaders!
KK - Engebretson
1st grade - Southerland
2nd grade - Schmadl
3rd grade - Vega
4th grade - Conway
5th grade - Franklin
Pre-K: Marbut
SI: Arnold
It's Almost Time!
Hold on tight, because the countdown has begun! Our Next Level fundraiser is launching next week, thanks to our amazing partners at POP! Get ready to empower our kids, make a difference at our school, and win cool prizes! This year we have a big goal we are working towards: Tools for School: A Chromebook for every Nighthawk!
PTO Meeting
Save the Date - Movie Night!
Notes from Nurse Dylan
My name is Dylan Oster and I am so excited to be a part of the New Hope team. My family and I recently moved to the area from Oklahoma. I worked as a School Nurse in Oklahoma for the last 3 years and I am so grateful that I get to continue working in the school setting. I look forward to getting to know your kiddos. Please feel free to reach out anytime with questions or concerns. My office number is 678-965-5101 x562106 and my email is f45382@forysth.k12.ga.us
Student Health Conditions and/or Medications for 24-25 School Year:
Health condition care plans are only good for one school year. A new one is required for the 24-25 school year. These are available on the New Hope website. Once on the website, go to Student Services and click on School Nurse. When my page opens, click on forms and you will be able to find the health condition form appropriate for your child. (Or click here to go straight to the forms page) If medication is needed for your child, a Request for Administration of Medication form must be completed (one for each medication). You may print these and drop them off or send them electronically, to your child’s physician’s office. Please make sure all forms are signed, dated and returned to the clinic as soon as possible so that we make sure your child receives the care that they deserve. Please bring completed forms and medication to the front office. You are unable to send medication with your student.
**Medication Reminders**
- For any medications (prescription or over the counter) please complete the Request for Medication Administration Form
- Prescription meds will require a doctor’s signature.
- Over the counter meds require a doctor’s signature if being administer for greater than 10 days.
- ALL non-emergency medications must be stored in the clinic. This includes over the counter medications such as Advil, Tylenol, cough drops, sunscreen, etc.
- ALL medication must be brought to the school by the parent/guardian.
Counseling Corner
Interested in Becoming a Mentor?
Interested in becoming a mentor in Forsyth County Schools? This is a great opportunity to connect with students in our schools and provide them with a positive support system. Mentors typically spend about 30 minutes once a week with their mentee during school hours. Mentors are required to complete a training held by the county. Check out the FCS Mentoring page here to complete the application and find a training to attend! https://www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/mentor
Around Our Community
Partner in Education Program
New Hope Elementary
Website: https://www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/newhope
Location: 4810 Castleberry Road, Cumming, GA, USA
Phone: 678-965-5101
Facebook: facebook.com/NewHopeES
Twitter: @NewHopeES23