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Talley Street Update
This week's news from Talley Street Upper Elementary
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January 4, 2024
Report cards are ready for viewing!
We would like to inform you that the much-anticipated moment has arrived! The semester's report card for your child will be available for viewing on our online portal starting today, January 4th at 3:00 PM.
We encourage you to log in to the portal to access your child's academic progress and achievements. The report cards will provide valuable insights into their performance throughout the semester, highlighting areas of success and areas that may need additional attention. If you need a refresher, please use this link for directions on how to use Infinite Campus to view the report card.
Thank you for your ongoing support and involvement in your child's education. Wishing you a fantastic start to the new year!
Important Upcoming Dates
- MLK Day (NO SCHOOL): January 15
- Early Release: January 31 @ 12:15
Black History Month Program
An interest meeting for the Black History Month program will take place on January 9 at 2:45 in the Talley Gym!
STEM Lab Needs
We are in need of some items for the STEM lab that you may have hanging around your house! Please send in any of the following:
- toilet paper or paper towel rolls
- plastic straws (we take your extra take-out straws!)
- Shoeboxes (We use both the tops and bottoms)
These items will help greatly in projects for all grade levels. We also have some items that you may not have readily available. If you want to help out our lab, check out our Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3NINPT45ZP9ZV?ref_=wl_share
Girls on the Run - Coaches Needed!
ositive role models for young girls have never been more important. Did you know a mentor when you were younger? As a #GOTR coach, you can be that person for a girl in your community — reminding her that her future matters and she is capable of anything. Learn how to become the coach that she’ll never forget here: girlsontherunatlanta.org/coach
Questions? Email nbundschu@csdecatur.net!
Important Dates/Commitments:
First Week of Practice: February 19th
Coach once or twice a week: Mon/Wed Team or Tues/Thurs Team
2:30-4:00 pm
New coach and site liaison training
In-person, 2.5 hours (choose one)
Saturday, January 6 - South Fulton
Sunday, January 14 - Athens
Saturday, January 20 - North Fulton
Returning coach and site liaison training
Virtual, 1.5 hours (choose one)
Wednesday, January 10 - 6:30 pm
Tuesday, January 23 - 6:30 pm
Spring 5K: Saturday, April 27
Last Week of Practice: April 29
*no practice if there is no school or early release
Girls on the Run - Participant Registration
Girls on the Run is so much more than running. Our tested curriculum blends physical activity with skill development that enables girls to adapt to whatever comes their way. Girls on the Run understands the important connection between physical activity and overall emotional health. Trained volunteer coaches guide girls through research-based lessons which creatively integrate movement in a fun and motivating way. By signing your girl up for Girls on the Run, you are giving her the opportunity to connect, grow and learn how to navigate difficult situations.
The spring season registration lottery is open through Tuesday, January 16:
Our meeting team’s days and times are: Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday from 2:30-4:00 beginning the week of February 19. The program is for girls in 3rd through 5th grade. The end of season 5k will be the weekend of April 27.
The Girls on the Run program fee starts at $0 and is on a sliding scale based on household income so that every child who wants to participate can.
For more information and to register, visit girlsontherunatlanta.org/programs.
Questions? Email nbundschu@csdecatur.net
Welcome back and Happy New Year!
- Save the date for TigerFest coming Saturday, March 23rd from 11-3.
- We are also looking for donations of auction items for Tigerfest. Reach out to fundraising@talleypto.org with ideas!
SPIRIT NIGHT: Mark your calendars to dine our at Raging Burrito on Jan. 31st to support the PTO.
5th grade families: Remember to order a yearbook tribute to celebrate your student's last year at Talley. A 1/8 of a page tribute is $15 and a 1/4 of a page tribute is $25. You can create and upload your tribute here: yearbookordercenter.com. Questions: yearbook@talleypto.org
INSTAGRAM: Did you know, you don’t have to have an instagram account to see all of our posts about activities and events? Just bookmark www.instagram.com/talleypto in your browser to stay up-to-date. You can also follow us on Facebook and become a member on our PTO website.
Social Media and Contact Information
You can find more information on the following Facebook pages:
Talley Street Upper Elementary School PTO
Talley Street Upper Elementary School Parents
Talley Street PE
And these Instagrams:
@talleystreetgarden
For news from our counselors, check out their website:
For more about the Talley Street PTO, visit their website here: https://talleypto.org/.