Montgomery Elementary News

Dr. Amy Debelak, Principal

Ms. Sally Ganz, Asst. Principal

School Day Hours:

9:10 am - 3:55 pm

CONTACT US:

Office 513-686-1730

Absence Line 513-686-1736

Absence Email: MTattendance@sycamoreschools.org

School Nurse 513-686-1733

Cafeteria 513-686-1735

Transportation 513-686-1785

FAX 513-792-6131

Website: http://www.mt.sycamoreschools.org
Location: 9609 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH, United States
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sycamoreschools

A huge thank you to our amazing PTO for organizing such a fun-filled Glow Dance! It was wonderful to see our students, families, and staff enjoying the music, dancing, and glowing atmosphere. Everyone appeared to have a fantastic time!

We appreciate your continued support in creating special experiences for our school community.

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend!

Best,

Amy

FEBRUARY:

13-14 - Professional Learning Day *No School

17 - President's Day *No School

28 - 2 - District Art Show

MARCH:

6 - Author Visit

7 - Theater Night Gr 1&2

12 - Spring Pictures

14 - End of Q3

17 - 21 - Spring Break *No School

Loren Long is the #1 NYT bestselling illustrator of nearly 30 books for children, including titles by Barack Obama, Amanda Gorman, and Matt de la Peña. He is the author and illustrator of OTIS, LITTLE TREE, THE YELLOW BUS, and others. He lives in Cincinnati with his wife and dog. He will be visiting Montgomery Elementary March 6th, 2025! He will be doing an interactive presentation, read aloud and an illustration activity! If you would like to get a keepsake signed copy from his visit click on the order form, to read more about his books, and age level please click here. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to reach out Mrs. Strope at stropea@sycamoreschools.org Happy Reading!

Do you have a child that loves to read? Have them join the Sycamore Stories Group for 3rd and 4th graders! We are led by Allison Sayles (a former student of Mrs. Fitzpatric, now a Junior at Sycamore) with the support of Mrs. Fitzpatric. We will meet after school on Thursday’s from 4:05-4:55 starting on February 20th and ending on April 17th. We will not meet on March 20th. We are reading the first Percy Jackson book, The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan! Students will experience fun activities and read alouds with independent reading assigned between weeks. The cost is $10 for the book and a party at the end. This group will be limited to 15 students. Please e-mail fitzpatrica@sycamore schools.org to save your spot! The deadline to join is Tuesday, February 11th at 4:00 p.m.

Sincerely,

Ashley Fitzpatric

Gifted Intervention Specialist

Montgomery Elementary

While it is impossible to avoid germs, it is possible to reduce their spread by practicing good health habits at home and school. Remind your child to:

• Wash hands frequently with soap and water for 15 – 20 seconds. This is particularly important after toileting, before eating, and after coughing or sneezing.

• Properly use and dispose of tissues after coughing or sneezing.

• Avoid sharing food or drinks.

• Avoid touching the mouth, nose, and eyes.

• Avoid close contact with people who are ill.

If your child becomes ill, please remember to keep your child home until they have a normal temperature without medication and/or have not vomited for at least 24 hours. For the flu, children should remain home until symptoms are gone and free of a fever for a full 24 hours. Please realize that your child is contagious to the entire class if they come back too soon and are more likely to pick up a secondary infection

Additional information can be found on the district website under “Health Services” regarding General guidelines for keeping your child home from school due to an illness.

Guidelines for Return to School

Thank you and best wishes for a happy and healthy school year.

Susan Linton, MSN, RN

Important Absence Information

Please apply online through PaySchools or the printable form below.

Happy February Montgomery Families!

Thank you to all of you who were able to join us for the Glow Party on Friday night, we hope you had as much fun as we did!

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES!!

If you are interested in volunteering in the building, please sign up using the links below. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out!

Media Center: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0D44ACAC23ABF49-51172507-media#/

Lunchroom: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080544ACAD2EA1FA7-51207609-montgomery

Art Room: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4CAFAD2EA2FEC07-50893213-artroom?useFullSite=true#/

All information is also available on the PTO website and via our facebook page. Please note that our website is currently under construction so be sure to keep checking back in the coming weeks as we add more! If you have any questions, you're always welcome to send an email to me - MTPTO@sycamoreschools.org

DON’T FORGET TO LINK YOUR KROGER PLUS REWARDS TO MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY!! We will be announcing a raffle contest next week!!!

JOIN THE PTO! Signing up is quick and easy, just follow this link and complete your information.

Best,

Amanda Middleton

Montgomery PTO President

We are in need of parent volunteers throughout the months of March and April to help with Wellness Activities and Walking Club.

-Wellness Committee volunteers will help with copying, hanging a bulletin board, etc.

-Walking Committee volunteers help with punching kids’ walking cards at recess (a future Sign-Up Genius will have specific times for Walking Club volunteers).

PLEASE consider lending a hand to help make these programs run smoothly!! If you are interested

in helping out, or getting more information, please add your email to the Sign-Up Genius.

Thank you!

Want to find out more information about community events and activities?

Click here to view our district-approved community flyers!