benefiting patients and families Share the Love2019/02/21  · If your child has a fever (100 degrees or higher), vomiting or has diarrhea in the evening or morning before school,

Share the

Love

Donation Drivebenefiting patients and families

of Dell Children's Hospital

5th grade is hosting a drive to collect* new blankets, pillows, Pillow Pets, and stuffed animals for children staying at the

hospital and non-perishable food items and paper goods for the Ronald McDonald House Family Room

(for a complete Family Room Wishlist, click here)

*All items can be dropped off in one of the labeled donation bins placed throughout the school or to any of the 5th grade teachers. All items must be brand-new/unopened.

Taking place throughout the month of February.

 Unfortunately, we are unable to accept used items. 

 For Austin Family Rooms , contact Paula Duke at [email protected] or (512) 472-9844 ext. 378. 

For Brazos Valley Family Rooms , contact Shannon Cashion at [email protected] or (979)-219-1287.  

Order through our Amazon Wish List and deliver straight the Ronald McDonald House!  Visit http://bit.ly/rmhcctxwishlist to get started. 

1315 Barbara Jordan Blvd., Austin, TX 78723 | 3000 Briarcrest Drive, Suite 209, Bryan, Texas 77802 (512) 472-9844 | rmhc-ctx.org | [email protected] 

Missing a jacket, water bottle, or something else?  

Please check the Lost & Found!  

Located outside the cafeteria.   All items left in Lost & Found will be donated the Friday before 

Spring Break, 3/15.  

Be sure to check in at the front desk and ask for a visitor badge to check the Lost & Found. 

Dear Parents,

Hello from the SSES Art Studio! We have had a wonderful year exploring all facets of art and I am grateful to learn with your children every day. I wanted to let you know that we have been very busy creating artwork for the Original Works fundraiser. Profits will go directly towards growing the Art program and resources at SSES. This is a great gifting opportunity for the upcoming Mother and Father’s day holidays!

Timeline March 7 Art & Order Forms Sent Home March 15 Orders Due April 30 Artwork Products Sent Home

Thank you for all that you do to support your children and their creative efforts. I am amazed on a daily basis by their imaginations and enthusiasm for the visual arts!

You can follow all of our creative endeavors on instagram at @wamp_art Keep Creating, Mrs.Wampler [email protected]

RSVP LINKS: Field Day PreK-2nd Grade Field Day 3rd-5th Grade

Thursday, March 14th PreK: 8:15-10:15

Kinder-2nd Grade: 8:00-10:20 and 12:00-2:20

Friday, March 15th 3rd-5th Grade: 8:00-10:20 and 12:00-2:20

Note: Parents are encouraged to come and watch/cheer your child on as they rotate with their class through the stations. Similar to last year, parents will not be working stations. Stations will be run by athletic clubs/organizations in

the community that specialize in working with children.

For the safety of our students, all visitors must check in at the front office. Maps and schedules will be available.

Save the Date!Maker Faire 2019

for

When: Wednesday, May 22, 2019

Where: SSES

When: during the school day (specific times TBD)

What: “Maker Faire is a celebration of invention, creativity, and curiosity showcasing the very best of the global Maker Movement.”

https://youtu.be/6JQNrlSvXWA

Maker Deadlines:Interest Applications:

https://goo.gl/forms/9x2WFShGf0mQ0MLY2

Extended Application due Date:Thursday, February 14, 2019

Questions? Email Maggie Smith or Lynn Patrick: [email protected]@dsisdtx.us

FLU INFORMATION As you may have seen on the news, flu season is in full swing. Please take the time to read the following to ensure our students are healthy and our school environment is safe. As a precaution, and as is custom this time of year, our custodians are working hard to disinfect common surface areas such as water fountains, rails, restroom surfaces, doorknobs, etc. and keeping restroom areas stocked with soap and paper towels. If your child has a fever (100 degrees or higher), vomiting or has diarrhea in the evening or morning before school, he/she should NOT come to school that day. Students with a fever should remain home fever-free for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medications such as Tylenol or Ibuprofen. To help prevent illness, good hygiene is key. This includes washing hands frequently, avoiding touching eyes, hands, and face, covering mouth/nose when sneezing or coughing, and avoiding close contact with others who are ill. Please see the following information on flu with helpful reminders to share with your student(s): goo.gl/uMKU8u. Thanks for all you do at home to keep our students as healthy as possible and in school! Please contact me with any concerns. Sincerely, Melodie Havlick, RN, BSN Sycamore Springs Elementary School Nurse 512.858.3904

Come Join the SSES PTA for a

Thursday March 7th @ 6pm Food Trucks (for purchase):

Tia’s Kitchen * Roppolo’s Pizza * Lone Star Kettle Corn

Despicable Me (PG) starts @ 7pm

Front parking lot of SSES

Bring your own chair!

This is the

Greatest Show

Name/Group Member’s Names:

Grade(s):

Teacher(s):

Act & Description:

Music & Artist:

Fun Fact to be shared during performer introduction:

Parent Contact Name:

Phone:

Email:

Social Media Photo Release (circle): YES NO

Talent Show Audition Form

Turn in before March 12th to your teacher or front office

Notifications for tryout times will go out March 25th

Tryout dates: April 1-2

Notification of acceptance: April 3rd

Dress Rehearsal: April 17th

Talent Show: April 18th

TIGER TALK

Please join us for

ADDRESSING THE VAPING ISSUE

This discussion is designed for parents to learn about the vaping craze & how it is affecting our teens & tweens. Officer Cumberland & other community members will present & answer parent questions. Learn the risks, what to look for, & how to keep our kids healthy!

DSHS Lecture Hallin the

Hosted by the DSISD Council of PTAs

TUESDAY, MARCH 5 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Dear SSES Parents, It's already been a busy semester at SSES and while it sometimes feels like the countdown to summer is well underway, there are lots of great events on the horizon as we head into spring! With your continued support, PTA remains committed to enhancing the experience of every child enrolled at Sycamore Springs Elementary. So far this semester we have been able to hold grade level Spelling Bees, invite all classes to the MORE Store, help students create beautiful Rangoli art projects, provide chips and queso to the teachers on early release day, and continue sponsoring new supplies and learning materials for teachers as they engage and educate our children. Coming soon: the Talent Show, Movie Night, guest speakers, the Fun Run, snacks for students taking the STAAR tests, Teacher Appreciation Week, and our final MORE Store of the year. We appreciate all the volunteer hours that contribute to making these events a success - thank you! Our most recent PTA meeting was very productive, with the most significant discussion centering around preliminary plans to bring shade cover to the playground. PTA members voted to allocate funding toward this Phase 1 initiative, which will bring some shade and tables to our playground area. More details to come, but with funds available and dedicated to this project, we are making progress. Many thanks to our Shade Committee, Jennifer Edwards, Chris Rolfsen, and Eric Knustrom, along with Mrs. Ray, for doing the legwork and handling the logistical details involved in adding any new structure to the facility. Once we have more information about pricing, we will be able to start considering Phase 2, which will be bigger in scope and will require more resources and planning. This spring, PTA will be laying the groundwork for next year's leadership. At our next meeting we will be electing our Nominating Committee whose job is to propose a slate of officers for election into Board positions. New officers will be voted in during our April meeting. In addition to President, VP of Membership, VP of Programs, VP of Fundraising, VP of Communications, Treasurer, and Secretary, the Board is proposing the addition of a VP of Enrichment and VP of Hospitality. These are key roles in our school that deserve a dedicated overseer. We will vote on the proposed changes at our March membership meeting. If you are interested in serving on the Nominating Committee or voting on these changes, please plan on attending this important meeting on March 8th at 8:00 in the Sycamore Room. We would love to have you consider investing your time and talents in the SSE PTA in one of our Board positions or many event coordinator positions next year. We can't accomplish all of the amazing PTA programs that run at SSE without your support! I am happy to share information about individual roles so you can see what would be a good fit for you. Anyone who serves on a committee or votes must be a member of PTA. You can join at joinpta.org and choose our district and school. On behalf of the SSE PTA Board, we are thankful for such a giving parent community and are committed to setting PTA up for success next year. Thank you, Karen Scott

President

Sycamore Springs Elementary PTA

[email protected]

Facebook @txssespta | Instagram @txssespta | Twitter @txssespta

Dripping Springs ISD Community Services

Spring Break is a mini vacation for the kids, but when Mom and Dad have to work and can’t get away for an out-of-town trip, it can become a nightmare. How will your kids be spending Spring Break? We have the solution for you. Your kids can join us for a full week of fun activities both indoors and OUT. We will fill their time with outdoor activities, indoor arts and crafts, movies, and plenty of play time with their friends. ** Please bring two snacks and sack lunch each day. Date: March 18 - 21 (Mon - Thurs) Time: 7:30 am - 5:30 pm Fee: $180 Location: RSES Cafeteria Instructor: Misty Hurlbut, Kim Dodd & Staff

2019 SPRING BREAK CAMPS

Pre-Registration is required!! Space is Limited!!Register through our webstore:

http://drippingspringsisd.revtrak.net

Spr ing Break Camp (Grades PreK - 5 )

Spr ing Break Bug Camp (Ages 3 - 5)Make your spring break SUPER with this amazing Spring Break Camp. Join us for some “creepy crawly” fun! Students will enjoy fun-filled activities led by DSISD em-ployees. This camp will include language rich activities, theme-related stories, music, and crafts. This camp is perfect for those parents who just need a break of their own. Students do not need to be toilet trained to attend. Children with special needs are welcome. Don’t miss out on this FUN experience! ** Please send a water bottle and snack daily.Date: Mar 18 - 21 (Mon - Thurs)Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pmFee: $135Location: RSES Rm C102Instructor: Becky Hutson

D r i p p i n g S p r i n g s I S D C o m m u n i t y S e r v i c e s

Please PrintStudent Name Age Grade Spring 2019Parent/Guardian Name Contact NumberAddress Emergency NumberCity State Zip Special Considerations and Allergies Email Address

DSISD COMMUNITY SERVICES ENROLLMENT/RECEIPT FORMDELIVER REGISTRATION FORM & PAYMENT TO:

Dripping Springs ISD Community Services510 W. Mercer Street, P. O. Box 479

Dripping Springs, Texas 78620Phone (512) 858-3021 Fax (512) 858-3099

REFUND POLICY: We will be happy to refund the full amount of tuition, less a $10 processing fee, when you cancel prior to one week before the class/camp begins. No refunds will be given after this time. Any changes to registrations prior to one week before class/camp begins will result in a $10 processing fee. No changes will be made after this time. Fees will not be prorated for late enrollment or missed classes. I have read and acknowledge the refund policy. PICTURE/VIDEO RELEASE AGREEMENT: Student and Parent/Guardian release to DSISD the student’s name, picture, art, written work, voice, verbal statements, portraits (video or still) and consent to their use by DSISD. DSISD agrees that the student’s name, picture, art, written work, voice, verbal statements, portraits (video or still) shall only be used for honoring students, public relations, public information, school or district promotion, publicity and instruction. Student and Parent/Guardian understand and agree that: No monetary consideration shall be paid; Consent and release have been given without coercion or duress; This agreement is binding upon heirs and/or future legal representatives: The photo, video, student name, art work, written work, or students statements may be used in subsequent years. WAIVER OF CLAIMS: I authorize the Dripping Springs ISD, its employees to transport me or my child(ren) to the hospital, doctor, or dentist in the event of an injury or accident. I agree to assume all medical costs incurred. I further release Dripping Springs ISD, from all claims and responsibility for physical injury and property loss.

Signature ________________________________________________ Date ____________________

Register through our WEBSTORE:http://drippingspringsisd.revtrak.net/communityprograms/

Dripping Springs ISD has started a new Orchestra program. Beginning String Orchestra will be offered at both SSMS and DSMS starting Fall of 2019! This class is great for any student wanting to start on the exciting new orchestra program or any student just wanting to learn a stringed instrument. Students will learn correct posture and instrument hold, music reading, rhythmic practice, ensemble skills, good practice techniques and much more. Class-es will be taught by Dr. Jackie Wogick, the Orchestra Director for

Dripping Springs ISD.

*Students will need to provide their own instrument and necessary accessories*

OrchestraBeginning Strings Class

(Grades 4th - 12th)

March 6th - May 22(No class March 20)

4:45 PM - 5:45 PMLocated at DSISD ADMIN Board

Room

$220

CLASS INFO:

April 5, 2019Dripping Springs Ranch Park

The Denim & Diamonds Fundraising Gala, supporting the Dripping Springs Education Foundation is your chance to

support your teachers, students and the community!

Tickets and Sponsorship > DSEDUCATIONFOUNDATION.ORG

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