The Gator Gazette

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Karen Puckett -- Editor

Summer 2015

Science and Technology CampThe iPad controlled ball that does it all! These CORE lessons equip students for STEM challenges. Multi-day experiments foster creative problem-solving and teamwork. Students conceptualize, engineer and build contraptions powered by Sphero and students’ programming. Their creations will then be showcased and discussed with the rest of the class. Limited space. Register one week in advance. Lunch is provided.

Cost: $40

Location: City Park Center

Instructor: Anthony Johnson

Date(s): 7/20-7/24, 8/3-8/7

Time(s): M-F (8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.)

Ages: Rising 5th to 8th graders

Mr. Moore’s BlogDear Isenberg Gators,

It has been my pleasure to serve as Isenberg’s Principal this school year. We've had several exciting things to happen for both our staff members and our students. As as we move towards the summer break, I challenge all students and parents to do the following.

1. Encourage our students to read and also write during the summer.

2. Take time out to work on math skills both in computation and word problems.

3. Use our school's website to log onto Reading A-to-Z and Mobymax online games, which are all free for Isenberg Elementary students.

4. Use your time this summer to do something creative, new and challenging with your family.

You are a wonderful community of students, parents and staff to work with and I look forward to an awesome 2015–16 school year.

As always, Go Gators!!

-- Marvin Moore, Principal

Little Free LibraryD.R.E.A.M. Girls launch literacy-

based service projectMembers of the community are

encouraged to drop by Isenberg to receive a book and to donate books to the recently installed Little Free

Library.

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Reading Fair Winners!

Hannah Schmeltzer - 1st Place Adamma Anukwuem - 1st Place

Michelle Cartwright & Alaina Lopez - 2nd Place Julian Beltran - 3rd Place

Media Center Snapshots

Book Bingo

Rowan Public Library’s Robert Jones Presents “Jack

Tales” to 4th Graders

North Carolina Children’s Book Award Voting

Children’s Book WeekRemember, to read this summer!

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Isenberg Parent Teacher Association

Parent Teacher Associations (PTAs) are a powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and strong advocates for the education and well-being of children. PTAs across North Carolina impact children and their families. We are so happy that Isenberg Elementary PTA is striving to do our best to play a significant role in that process.

This year has been amazing! We are happy to announce that our membership is very strong and has increased significantly, as shown on our Membership Goal Thermometer (displayed in front lobby of the school). We had our Movie Night that was the most attended to date. The movie was Big

Hero 6. Our Cookie Dough Spring Fundraiser was distributed on the same night and was very convenient for all those who wanted to pick up orders after school hours. Teacher Appreciation Week was a star-studded event for the teachers and staff (The theme was “The Star You Are.”) Teachers were treated to Isenberg T-shirts that read, “Isenberg Teachers Rock!” and themed treats, lunches and gift bag raffles throughout the entire week. Thank you to all of the parents who sent in food and or drink items on Thursday, May 7, 2015 for Teacher Snack Day. The teachers loved all the treats! Our last dance of the year was held outside on May 22. The final BIG event of the year was Isenberg Idol on June 5th. We have truly enjoyed providing fundraisers, dances, movies, and other

support to the school. It is our hope that if you were not a member of the PTA this year that you will be inspired to join next year. Remember, this is your PTA and with you involved, it can only get better. Have a great summer!Respectfully,Lisa Lopez, DMDIsenberg PTA, President

Officers:Lisa Lopez, PresidentGinger Cartwright, Vice PresidentAlecia Meeks, SecretaryTeri Shaw, TreasurerSherry Hutchens, Membership ChairFran Moore, Hospitality Chair

Seuss Selfies!From the Good Behavior Party

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Congratulations to Great Gators!

The following students were recently named to the A-B Honor Roll for third quarter:• Second Grade: LaNiya Bestman, Jaylan Chambers, Robert Coleman, Kendrick Cornelius, Valerie Escobar, Farah

Hassan, Kendall Mason, Johnny Nguyen, Teeasia Nunn, Joy Shaw, Isabella Smithman, and Drekwon Young• Third Grade: Justus Alexander, Lauren Arnold, Nayeli Carcamo Martinez, Madelyn Casey, Ethan Cha, Juanmy

Chavez, Luke Ellis, Kevin Fuentes, Norma Gomez-Baca, Caden Gomez-Renteria, Marquise Howell, Brycen Kirk, Christopher Le, Nyla McManus, Griffin McNeely, Tattenai McNeely, Noe Oliva, and Quincy Robinson

• Fourth Grade: Michelle Cartwright, Natavia Reid, Khishana Sonawa, and Caitlyn Williams• Fifth Grade: Armonie Brown, Destinee Davis, Alexia Hernandez, Daxary Herrera, Mya Langford, Briseyda Pacheco,

Roselin Perdomo Aguilar, Lourdes Reyes-Cabrera, Comfort Rodriguez, Makayla Shakur, Amaya Surratt, Trinity Venne, and DeSean Yelverton

The following students were recently named to the All-A Honor Roll for third quarter:• Second Grade: Antonio Allison, Sophia Altemare, Dashia Canada, Landen Dudas, William Farmer, Kendall

Henderson, and Nathalie Lezama• Third Grade: Andrew Burton, Kailena Fruchtman, Lam Le, Nhi Le, and Katherine Peeler• Fourth Grade: Adamma Anukwuem, Julian Beltran, Neveah Robinson, and Hannah

Schmeltzer• Fifth Grade: Papa Brush, Zander Burton, Alaina Lopez, Kirstyn Mason, Taniya Medlin,

Kaoly Pineda-Mercado, and D'Asia Ruffin

The following students were recently named to the All-B Honor Roll for third quarter:• Fifth Grade- Lesther Baca and Alisa Le

Hooked on Books Reading ContestThe participation of the ESL students during this school year in the reading contest, Hooked on Books, has been wonderful. The winners are:

• First place: !Lourdes Reyes• Second place: Ana Reyes• Third place: Lizza Marcia

Early Literacy Summer Enrichment Camp

This Summer, the ESL department is providing “Early Literacy,” a Summer Enrichment Camp for kindergarden, first and second grade students.!The camp will be held at Knollwood Elementary School and runs June 15-18 & June 22-25 from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm.

Lunch will be provided for participating students. The camp offers oral language enrichment, fun vocabulary building activities, reading enrichment, technology literacy, book making, and story time/story telling.

Parent workshops will be offered every day. Sessions will focus on take home activities that support literacy. For more information contact Mariam Basso at 704-213-3843.

La participación de los estudiantes ena el concurso de lectura este año escolar fue exacelente.!Los ganadores del concurso son:!

• Lourdes Reyes, primer puesto• Ana Reyes, segundo puesto,• Lizza Marcia, tercer puesto

El departamento de ESL del condado de Rowan-Salisbury va a lleva a cabo el Campamento de Verano para los estudiantes de Kinder, primero y segundo grado. Sitio: la escuela elemental de Knollwood Cuando: La semana de junio 15, de lunes a jueves de 8:30 AM-1:00 PM y la semana de junio 22 de lunes a jueves de 8:30 AM-1:00 PM.

Se les dará almuerzo a los estudiantes que participen en el campamento. Que se ofrece

en el campamento de verano Mejoramiento del languaje oral, Actividades divertidas para mejorar el vocabulario, Tecnología dentro de la literatura, Tiempo para cuentos, Tiempo para hacer libros.

También se ofrecerán talleres para los padres d familia durante los días del campamento de verano, estos talleres son para que los padres lleven actividades a casa para ayudarle en la literatura a sus hijos. Para mas información usted puede contactar a Miriam Basso en el teléfono 704-213-3843.

News From Ms. Muñoz

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Children who read during the summer are more likely to avoid summer learning loss, and children who don’t have many books in the home are at the greatest risk. Even five books can make a difference, according to Harvard University research. “Give 5

Read 5” is a state-wide literacy promotion which asks the community’s support in providing North Carolina students with materials for summer reading. Due to the generosity of the Isenberg community, students received their summer reading books on June 5th. To learn more about efforts within Rowan-Salisbury schools, browse on:

http://rssgive5read5.weebly.com

Summer Reading is Here! Getting books into the hands, hearts and homes of Isenberg readers through

Give 5 Read 5, Impact Summer Reading, and Read Your Way Across the USA

A big THANK YOU to individuals and organizations who have donated to Isenberg’s Give 5 Read 5 Program! These include:•Salisbury Kiwanis•Salisbury Civitan•Franklin Presbyterian Church•St. John’s Lutheran Church•Faith Temple Triumphant Ministries•Livingstone College•First Book

Isenberg would like to extend thanks to Communities in Schools Coordinator Krystal Stukes for organizing two important reading programs this year: Breakfast Book Club and Boy’s Basketball for Books!

Breakfast Book Club

Throughout March, April and May, selected Kindergarten, First and Second Grade

students enjoyed a read-aloud by a member of the local community and were given a free book.

Boy’s Basketball for BooksIn May, Mr. Moore along with volunteer college athletes lead a basketball clinic for boys in Third, Fourth and Fifth grades. Each participant was given a total of 6 books to add to their home libraries.

Communities in Schools Events

Impact Summer ReadingThrough Rowan-Salisbury Schools’ Impact Summer Reading initiative, all rising 6th-12th received a book to read over the summer. Students chose book titles through a district-wide online survey in May. Many thanks to members of the local community who provided funding for this valuable endeavor!

Read Your Way Across the USASummer Reading List!

Prepare for reading challenges through the school district’s summer “Read Your Way Across

the USA” event. Find out how you can WIN! Enter the photography challenge! Letters and

maps were given to students on Awards Day. See a summer reading list for all grade levels at

rssreads.com!

Rowan County Public Library Summer Reading Program

“Every Hero Has a Story!”Register online at:

http://tinyurl.com/psz5792

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Rowan-Cabarrus at Isenberg“Soccket”

On May 1, a group of students from Rowan-Cabarrus Community College’s business department demonstrated Soccket -- an electricity-generating soccer ball -- to 5th graders in support of Isenberg’s STEM focus. The “Soccket” ball was created by the social enterprise company, Uncharted Play in order to find eco-friendly ways to provide electricity to vulnerable areas of the world. Using an internal gyroscope, the Soccket stores energy while the ball is in play. Students learned how technology can make life better in all parts of the world.

Isenberg’s “Kiwanis” Kids (K-Kids) has been busy with service projects this year! On May 8th, this group of enthusiastic 5th graders sponsored Pajama Day. !Students and Staff who chose to

wear pajamas paid $1. !Through this initiative, over $175 in funds were used to support Rowan Helping Ministries.On May 19,

the K-Kids performed a Reader's Theatre version of the picture book The Day the Crayons Quit!for all Kindergarten students at 1:30pm in the Media Center. After the performance, the K-Kids accompanied students

back to their classes, distributed a box of crayons to each child to keep, and worked with them on a writing assignment.

Student Government Association (SGA)Student representatives from each classroom are members of the Isenberg SGA. This spring, the SGA collected dozens of cans of animal food and other items and delivered them to the Rowan County Animal shelter. On April 23, around 60 pastors from the Uwharrie United Methodist region visited Isenberg for a day of service. SGA students were responsible for greeting the pastors and escorting them to individual classrooms so that they could work with all of Isenberg’s students.

After School ClubsMembers of the community as well as staff members volunteer twice a month to mentor students through club-based activities. A big thank you to the following:

Soccer Club (Mr. Pacheco)Dance Club (Mrs. Cesario and Mrs. Puckett)Tinkerers Club -- (Dr. Lopez, Mrs. Cartwright, Mrs. Brown)Isenberg Gospel Choir Club -- (Mrs. Mickens)Art Club (Mr. Ramsey and Ms. Averett) Pretty Girls Rock! (Ms. Arnold, Ms. Simmons, Ms. Robinson)

Methodist Pastors’ Service Day