We all have so much to be thankful for!

Our families, friends, teachers, students and opportunities are just a few.

Being thankful and grateful for the many wonderful people in your life shows others that they are valued. Simply saying “Thank You” is the easiest way for any of us to be appreciative.

Helping each other is another way we can show that we are thankful for our friends and family. Spend time helping someone with a school project or a home chore and let them know that you are thankful for all of the ways they have helped you at other times. That would definitely put a smile on anyone’s face!

Show that you are thankful for what you have by volunteering. It’s another way we can show that we appreciate all of the many ways we are fortunate.

Think about things that you are thankful for. It’s a great idea to make a list of those things to keep as a reminder for days when you need an extra boost of gratefulness. Also, share your list with family, friends, teachers and anyone whose name is on your list. I bet they are thankful for you too.

I appreciate all of you! I am thankful that I am your principal of CTA Goodman!

Your Principal,

Lisa M. Graham

Wednesday, November 22nd - Friday, November 24th - No School, Thanksgiving Holiday

Thursday, November 30th - PTO General Meeting, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Thursday, December 7th - PTO Family Skate Night at Skateland

Thursday, December 21st - Jingle Jog, More details to come

There is no school Wednesday, 11/21 through Friday, 11/23. Enjoy the Thanksgiving Weekend.

How to support your child without enabling their anxiety.

Don't reinforce the child's fears.

Avoid suggesting, with your tone of voice or body language: "Maybe this is something that you should be afraid of."

Anxious kids often have anxious parents, Berman notes, because there are genetic and learned components of anxiety. If you can convey confidence in anxiety-provoking situations, both verbally and nonverbally, this will help your child to feel less anxious.

Grace Berman, LCSW. (childmind.org/article/10-tips-for-parenting-anxious-kids)

Introducing our new gator logo! We will be phasing out the previous logo, and moving to the new ones below.

Fourth Grade celebrated fall with a pie tasting. Students were able to sample different types of pie.

Kindergarten classes used their sequencing skills to assemble Pumpkin Pie in a Cup.

Come meet our PTO and find out how you can be a part of the PTO team! The General Meeting will be held Thursday, November 30th from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the CTA Goodman library.

Join us Thursday, December 7th at Skateland Chandler for Family Skate Night, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Admission is $5.00, which includes skate rental. Parents who aren't skating are only $2.00.

Fry’s Food Stores is committed to supporting the programs in our community. All you have to do is log onto www.frysfood.com/topic/new-community-rewards-program to register your Fry’s VIP card to CTA Goodman and every time you shop and use your VIP card, you will earn rewards for our school. It is easy to do! If you believe that you have already selected your designation, please check your receipt and make sure that CTA Goodman Elementary PTO is your organization of choice.

If you are able to make your tax contributions early in the year, your donation would be greatly appreciated and give us a jump start on some of our extracurricular activities. Extracurricular activities include Running Club, Art Club, Choir, Theater Club, STUCO, Science Camp and may other activites.

Thank you for supporting your child and our school!

Tax Credit Basics…

A tax credit donation is a full refund, not a deduction. Contributions eligible for a tax credit are donated directly to schools, not to the state or school district. To participate or learn more, follow the link listed below to donate online or you can complete the enclosed form and submit your contribution at your convenience.

http://www.cusd80.com/taxcredit

Arizona Law ARS 43-1089.01 enables taxpayers a tax credit contribution of up to $400.00 per year if filing status is “Married, filing Joint Return;” $200.00 per calendar year if filing status is “Single of Head of Household;” and $200 per calendar year if filing status is “Married filing separate returns.” These contributions fund extracurricular activities in public schools and greatly impact our school community and our students.

Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) is proud to announce virtual open houses, where we will provide an innovative way for parents and students to learn about CUSD from the comfort of their own homes. Join us as we showcase our top-notch programs, dedicated educators, and exciting curriculum, all while maintaining the safety and convenience of an online platform. Discover the opportunities that await your child in Chandler Unified today!

The link to join the open houses will be posted online prior to the event starting.