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Montgomery Elementary News
April 13, 2018
Contact Us
Linda Overbeck, Principal
Amy Debelak, Asst. Principal
Office 686-1730
Absence Line 686-1736
FAX 792-6131
School Nurse 686-1733
Cafeteria 686-1735
Transportation 686-1785
Website: http://www.sycamoreschools.org/Domain/13
Location: 9609 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH, United States
Phone: 513-686-1730
Facebook: www.facebook.com/montgomeryelementaryofficial/?fref=ts
Twitter: @Montgomery_Elem
Positive Character Trait Word for the Week of 4/16/18
FAIRNESS – A fair person plays by the rules, takes turns, makes decisions after getting all the facts, doesn’t show favoritism or prejudices, and shares with others.
FAIRNESS means being understanding and open-minded.
Specials Schedule for the week of April 16, 2018
Monday 4/16 - A Day
Tuesday 4/17 - B Day
Wednesday 4/18 - C Day
Thursday 4/19 - D Day
Friday 4/20 - A Day
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
APRIL
16 - Professional Development Day - No School
20 - Lion King Kids Presentation
MAY
4 - PBIS Spirit Day - Wear Green PBIS T-shirts
11 - Field Day
SCHOOL NEWS
FIELD DAY
Field Day is coming soon! It will take place on Friday, May 11th (rain date is Wednesday May 16th). We will be at Swaim Park for a full day of awesome activities! There will be 2 sessions. Morning will be for half of the kindergartners, 1st and 2nd graders and the afternoon will be for the other half of the kindergartners, 3rd and 4th graders.
To volunteer to help please click this link to sign up
PTO NEWS & NOTES
EARTH DAY CELEBRATIONS
EARTH DAY IS APRIL 22, 2018!!!
Get ready to celebrate Earth Day all week long with the Green Team this April. This year Earth Day is on Sunday, April 22nd. We will be doing special activities the week before to get everyone in the Earth Day spirit!
Tuesday 4/17- Wasteless Lunch and a visit from Binny from Rumpke! All children who pack a completely waste-free lunch will receive a prize.
Wednesday 4/18- Everyone wears GREEN to remind us to be green whenever possible!
Thursday 4/19- Originally scheduled for this date was the Freecycle/Toy Swap.....this has been cancelled.
Friday 4/20- HOUR POWER DOWN! Montgomery is going to power down for one hour to save energy and give us all a chance to think about how important it is to conserve our energy- we don't want to run out!
Sunday 4/22- Don't forget to celebrate Earth Day with your family!!
Questions? Contact Shana Berge or Kara Willis
Let's have fun getting ready for Earth Day! Remember, Go GREEN and Gold!
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THEATER PROGRAM PRESENTS: LION KING JUNIOR
SAVE THE DATE: Friday, April 20. Two performances. 6:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Our 3rd and 4th grade theater students have been working hard to bring you an awesome production. Look for ticket information in your Thursday folder!
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WALKING PROGRAM
The Walking Program will be starting up again after Spring Break and we'd love your help! This is an easy and fun way to volunteer during the early Spring months while spending some time with your kid(s) at recess. Please CLICK HERE for more information and to sign up. Any questions can be directed to Michelle Rowland
or Kathy Mercurio.
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ATTENTION CHESS-LOVING STUDENTS!
Montgomery Elementary is looking into forming a Chess Club next fall for CURRENT Kg-3rd grade students before school from 8:00-9:00 a.m. No experience necessary!The 13-week program will be taught by a professional and cover all the basics including moves, notation of moves, and strategies. Participation fee is $130 and will include a chess board and t-shirt for each student. Interested parents please e-mail Renee Marshall.
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OPEN PTO POSITIONS
The Montgomery PTO is looking to fill its slate for next year! There are a variety of opportunities to meet different interests, skill sets, and availability. If you are interested in learning about the open PTO positions, please contact Lori Drasnin.
For Non-Castmembers -
The Montgomery Elementary
3rd & 4th Grade Theater Program Proudly Presents
The Lion King Kids
In the Montgomery Elementary Gym on April 20, 2018.
Introductions, Important Dates, A Sample Schedule, Electronic Course Selector, Specials, Clubs/Activities, PTO and Q&A