AUGUST 27, 2015

Cleveland Elementary School 558-2463

SEPTEMBER CALENDAR OF EVENTS:September 1 ............................................. Kindergarten Parent Meeting 6:00September 1 ..........................................................PTA Meeting 6:30 Art RoomSeptember 3 .................................................................................Preschool StartsSeptember 4 ............................................... NO SCHOOL-Staff Learning DaySeptember 7 ..................................................................... NO SCHOOL-HolidaySeptember 10 .......................................Usher’s Ferry Study Trip-First GradersSeptember 11 .................................................................................PTA Fall Kickoff September 18 .............................................................................PTA Walk-A-ThonSeptember 22 .....................................................PTA Restaurant Night-CancunSeptember 23 ..................................................Wiciup Study Trip-Fifth GradersSeptember 29 .................................................................. Lifetouch Picture Day

WELCOME BACK CLEVELAND CHARGERS!Believing and Achieving is the year-long theme for our Cleveland

Chargers this year. Our classroom teachers and support staff will focus on helping all of our students believe and achieve academically and socially. Be on the lookout for PRIDE postcards and school-wide and classroom celebrations focused on our positive behavior supports (PBIS). Don’t forget to check out the Cleveland and District Websites for updates and important information items for families. In our efforts to continue to “Go Green”, most of our correspondence will be done electronically. Please let us know if you do not have access to a computer.

Mrs. Pape

Non-Discrimination PolicyIt is the policy of the Cedar Rapids Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (employment only), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and socioeconomic status (students/program only) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. District employees with questions or a grievance related to this policy should contact Jill Cirivello, Director of Human Resources, 319-558-2421; jcirivello@cr.k12.ia.us. Students and others should contact Ken Morris, Manager of Student Equity, 319-558-1504; kmorris@cr.k12.ia.us. The District mailing address is 2500 Edgewood Rd NW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405-1015.

WELLNESSLast year Cleveland Elementary worked to become designated as a Blue Zone School and with the

help of staff, parents, and students, we were able to accomplish this goal. In the family handbook, the District policy regarding treats and snacks was included. One of these District initiatives is the Wellness Regulation 610.1 point G which states:

Snacks and CelebrationsAll foods and beverages offered and made available in schools during the school day must meet

the District Nutritional Guidelines. Celebrations or other events involving food should not occur more than once per month.

We will be celebrating all birthdays at Cleveland on the last Friday of the month. We highly en-courage you to consider not sending in food items as treats but instead consider a class donation such as a book or board game with your child’s name as the donor. Other ideas include pencils and stickers. According to the District policy, the Cleveland office will need to keep any food items that do not meet the nutritional guidelines, and then send them home with the student at the end of the day. We have included some ideas of healthy food items if you choose to send in food items as treats. This policy is also in effect for any classroom celebrations.

Low Fat Dairy/Protein: • String Cheese or Cheese Cubes• Yogurt • CottageCheese• DeliMeat• SunflowerSeeds• Pepita/Pumpkinseeds

Whole Grains:• Crackers• LowSodiumPretzels• PitaChips• Popcorn• LowFatGranolaBars• BakedCornTortillaChips• AnimalCrackers• GrahamCrackers

Drinks:• Water• LowFatorFatFreeMilk• 100%Fruit/VegetableJuice

HEALTHY SCHOOL SNACKS Cedar Rapids Community School District

Snacksplayamajorroleinachild’sdietandprovideavaluableopportunityfornutritioneducation. Healthysnacksareimportanttoprovidinggoodnutritionandsupportinglifelonghealthyeatinghabits

Fruits:• Freshfruit-wholeorsliced• Assortedfruitsalads• DriedFruits• Applesauce• Individualfruitcups(packagedinjuice)• 100%FruitJuice• 100%FrozenFruitBars

Vegetables:• RawVegetables

Simplekid-friendlyexamples:BabyCarrots,Broccoli,Cauliflower,SnapPeas,SlicedPeppers,Celery

• DehydratedVegetables• VegetableChips,Chickpeas

• Edamame(Soybeans)

Snack tips• Snackonfruitandvegetableswheneverpossible.• Selectappropriateportionsizes.• Forfoodsafetyselectsealedand

prepackagedsnackitems.• Combineproteinandfiberforasatisfyingsnack.

Dip Ideas:Hummus,Salsa,Beandip,HoneyMustard,Yogurtbaseddips

The provided list is not all inclusive. Reference CRCSD Nutritional Standards for specific guidance.

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WELLNESS

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The District offers an online Virtual Backpack site to support the efforts of community orga-nizations wanting to share information about educationally-based programming.

Individuals or organizations wishing to post material on the Virtual Backpack submit items electronically and approved materials will ap-pear online for families to access.

Organizations will � nd a link to submit � yers for consideration on the District homepage at www.cr.k12.ia.us . Families can access th e Virtual Backpack from their school Web site.

VIRTUAL

BACKPACK

MEET THE NEW STAFFWe have new faces to Cleveland this

year and are glad they are joining the Cleveland family. Tricia Hansen-Student Support Liaison

Tricia has background in both teaching and counseling. She taught for seven years in Texas and then has done counseling here in Cedar Rapids with all age ranges. She has two daughters and loves to travel, swim, and visit aquariums and zoos. She is a die-hard San Antonio Spurs fan so would love to talk NBA basketball too!

Erin Cornelison-Multi-Cat TeacherErin grew up in Fenton, IA and has

taught for 12 years with the past 6 years at Garfield Elementary here in Cedar Rapids. She has two sons, two dogs, and a husband! She enjoys reading, baking, movies, and spending time with friends and family.

Carrie Fairley-Second Grade TeacherCarrie has been teaching for 15 years,

most recently at Wright Elementary. She has three boys ages 10, 8, and 6 so spends lots of time at the ball fields! Her husband is a park ranger and she is an avid Hawkeye fan who loves to travel and spend time with her family and friends. Krystal Fitzpatrick-Third Grade Teacher

Krystal has taught for 3 ½ years and most recently at Taylor Elementary. She has both title I experience as well as class-room experience. She has a husband, a daughter in second grade as well as a son who is 2 ½ years old. Krystal also coaches cheerleading at the high school and col-lege levels. I see some new Cleveland cheers in our future!

Sarah Hamilton-School Nurse Sarah comes to us after being hired

full time to the Cedar Rapids Schools. Last year Sarah was assigned to Johnson and Garfield part-time. She will retain those responsibilities and be adding Cleveland this year.

In the next newsletter we will highlight more new staff to Cleveland.

DATES TO ADD Due to late specials’ teachers assignments we

had some dates that did not make it to the family handbook calendar. Please add these dates to your calendar:

Second and Third Grade Music Program-Tues-day, November 10th at 2:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Kindergarten Music Program-Wednesday, May 18th at 2:30 p.m.

Fourth and Fifth Grade Music Program-Thurs-day, May 19th 2:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Walk/Jog Club-held during the month of May (specific dates will be sent home prior to May)

POPCORN SALESOn the second Monday of each month the stu-

dents will have the opportunity to bring a quarter to purchase a bag of popcorn. This goes home at the end of the day. This is optional for students. The proceeds from these sales help sponsor additional activities for your child such as field trips, materials, etc.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDIf you are interested in helping out in your

child’s classroom, attending field trips or just helping out behind the scenes, please fill out the volunteer form that was sent home in your child’s information packet.

Please contact Ellisha Bennink, Volunteer Coordinator with any questions you may have about volunteering at Cleveland.

Ellisha Bennink319-398-2945ebennink@cr.k12.ia.us

ANNUAL SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR “Monster Book Fair…Reading Is So Much Fun

You Will Get Goosebumps!”WHEN: Thursday, October 8, 2015 4:00-8:00pm Friday, October 9, 2015 11:00am-7:00pmWHERE: Cleveland Gym –

Sponsored by the Cleveland PTAWatch for more information to come.If you have questions or would like to volun-

teer, please call:Elisha Bennink319-398-2945ebennink@cr.k12.ia.us

AMERICA READS!American Reads Day is Friday, October 23rd!Watch for more information on how you can

sign up to read to your child or to the whole classroom on this day.

Questions, please contact:Elisha Bennink319-398-2945ebennink@cr.k12.ia.us

FUTURE NEWSLETTERS AND CLEVELAND INFORMATION YOU CAN USE

In keeping with our quest to “Go Green” you will find our future newsletters and other important information on our Cleveland Web-site, http://cleveland.cr.k12.ia.us/. You will find Parent Resources, the Cleveland Handbook/Calendar and many other links to District Resources, also!

Don’t forget to check out the Virtual Back-pack on a regular basis for information and resources your family might be interested in.

Join us for Restaurant Night Out at Cancun on Tuesday, September 22nd

from 5-8pm! Where: 365 33rd Avenue SW

Bring this into Cancun & let them know you are there for Cleveland Night. Cleveland will receive 25% of sales during this time. Come support your

school & enjoy great food!

Join us for Restaurant Night Out at Cancun on Tuesday, September 22nd

from 5-8pm! Where: 365 33rd Avenue SW

Bring this into Cancun & let them know you are there for Cleveland Night. Cleveland will receive 25% of sales during this time. Come support your

school & enjoy great food!

Join us for Restaurant Night Out at Cancun on Tuesday, September 22nd

from 5-8pm! Where: 365 33rd Avenue SW

Bring this into Cancun & let them know you are there for Cleveland Night. Cleveland will receive 25% of sales during this time. Come support your

school & enjoy great food!

Join us for Restaurant Night Out at Cancun on Tuesday, September 22nd

from 5-8pm! Where: 365 33rd Avenue SW

Bring this into Cancun & let them know you are there for Cleveland Night. Cleveland will receive 25% of sales during this time. Come support your

school & enjoy great food!

Cedar Rapids Community School District takes your safety seriously and welcomes your input. Please contact your building principal/administrator and report any safety concerns that you may have. Thank you for helping us keep staff and students safe.

Follow the District on , @crschools, and

Whoooo Makes A Difference?Volunteers Like Yoooou!

BOOKFAIR

AmericaReads

Connect with Cleveland-

BINGO Night Friday, September 11th, 2015

BINGO 6-7:30 pm

.25 per game Winnings: 50/50 Jackpot or Prizes

Popcorn 25 cents * Bottled Water $1.00

What is the Cleveland Walk-A-Thon??

*Our first fundraiser for the 2015-2016 School Year where 100% of the proceeds stay at Cleveland Elementary! All donations are accepted to help with PTA Expenses.

* September 18th during the school day, all Cleveland Students will participate.

* Our Goal is to raise $9,000!! Again 100% of all the funds raised during this event will stay at OUR School, helping OUR Children.

Thank You!

This is our first fundraiser of the year! The Walk-A-Thon is replacing last year’s Catalog/Candy Fundraiser we have done in the past. Let’s make it a great kick off to the 2015-2016 school year. Thank you for your support to our School & your Childs education. For every $50 raised, your child will receive 10 tickets for the Year End Event on May 20th, 2016.

PTA Funding Supports:

*Field Trip Admissions & Transportation

* Movie Night

* Year End Event

* Playground Fund

*Teacher Requests for Classroom Items

*Staff Appreciation Events

* Running/Jog Club

* Many other things such as Breakfast with a Buddy, Dear Books & so much more!

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