Atholton Elementary School Panther Press

Atholton Elementary School Panther Press

6/18/15

Dates to Remember

6/18 2 hour early dismissal 1:45pm

6/19 Last Day of School 3 hour early dismissal 12:45 pm

8/21 Kindergarten Orientation 1:15

8/21 School-wide Open House 2:00

8/24 First Day of School

Thank you for a wonderful school year! Have a restful and relaxing summer! We’ll see you in August!

Last Day of School—June 19

All students will be dismissed from the main entrance of the school on June 19 starting at 12:35. After exiting the building, the walkers and car riders will be taken to the grassy area on the left side of the school to meet their parents. CA will meet their students by the red doors on the left side of the school. The driveway to the back parking lot will be closed from 12 to 12:50 so parents can safely use this space to meet their children and walk to the Atholton Park.

New Student Registrations

During the summer, new families may register on Wednesdays between 9 and 2 or by appointment. Call the school at 410-313-6853.

Summer Learning

RAZ Kids

Students in grades K-3 will receive information for using RAZ Kids over the summer. Mrs. Volz, our reading specialist prepared each child’s account with book selections at his/her instructional level.

Mathematics Resources

Elementary mathematics resources, websites, and activities for students in kindergarten through fifth grade are available at the following site:

http://smart.wikispaces.hcpss.org

Language Arts Resources:

TheElementary Language Arts Parent Support Websiteis found at the following site:http://elaparentsupport.weebly.com/ (Also linked towww.hcpss.org.)

The Elementary Language Arts Office has compiled a wealth of resources for parents that complement the instruction that takes place in the classrooms. This site contains information about the Common Core, includes overviews of what students will learn in each grade, and activities and technology links to support student learning. Research strongly reports the benefits of wide reading and writing to promote literacy growth. In addition to exploring the materials listed on this site, parents are encouraged to provide opportunities for students to read and write regularly throughout the summer.

Science Resources:

Elementary science resources, websites, and activities for students in kindergarten through fifth grade are available at the following site:

http://www.hcpss.org/academics/science_elem.shtml

Social Studies Resources:

Elementary social studies resources, websites, and activities for students in kindergarten through fifth grade are available at the following site:http://www.hcpss.org/academics/socialstudies_elem.shtml

To receive summer reading lists by grade levels, please visit the HCPSS School Library MediaSummer Reading Lists and Book Awardssite at http://www2.hcpss.org/met/Media/srlbkawds.htm.

Update From the Health Room

As we end another school year there are just a few reminders:

MEDICATIONS:

All medications that are currently in the health room need to be picked up by 12 noon on Friday June 19th. If these medications are not picked up, they will be destroyed.

All medication orders for next year need to be dated after July 1st and signed by both the physician and the parent.

Medication forms for next year were sent home if your child had medication at school this year.

If you need medication forms, they are available on the school website.

IMMUNIZATIONS:

New immunizations requirements for the 2015-2016 school year are listed below:

Kindergarten Students –

Varicella (chicken pox vaccine) Two (2) doses of Varicella vaccine are required for Kindergarten and 1st grade students.

7th and 8th Grade Students –

Tdap A single dose of Tdap vaccine is required for all students entering 7th and 8th grade.

Meningococcal (MCV) – A single dose of Meningococcal vaccine is required for all students entering 7th and 8th grade.

Community News

These events are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Howard County Public School System.

Columbia Association

Schools Out Botanical Printmaking, June 17; Dimensional Explorations, June 18. To register, please call Columbia Art Center at 410-730-0075 or email

Howard County Center of African American Culture

Celebration of Juneteenth on Fri., June 19, 5-8 p.m.Monarch Mills apartmentcomplex 7600
Monarch Mills Way, Columbia, Md.

This program will celebrate the history and significance of Juneteenth relative to emancipation of slaves. Will feature dialogue, song, dance and dinner. Admission is free.

Howard County Arts Council

ARTreach, June 20, 11a.m.- 4 p.m., Join us for ARTreach, a free, outdoor, community arts festival at the Long Reach Village Center. To learn more or to get involved, visithttp://www.artreachhoco.orgor contact 410-313-ARTS (2787) or .

Forest Hill Swim and Tennis Club

Swim America swim lessons, 3, 2-week sessions starting June 22- July 31. Learn to dive lessons, 5, 1-week sessions starting June 22-July 20, 4310 Columbia Road Ellicott City. For more information go to FHSTC.com and click Swim Lesson and or Dive Team tab.

Bright Minds Foundation

Come out to support the Bright Minds Foundation on Mon, June 22, 2015 by purchasing food at the Bethany Lane Pizza Hut at 10120 Baltimore National Pike from 5-9 p.m.A portion of the proceeds earned will be donated to Bright Minds to be used for the many programs in place to support Howard County Public School students. You must present a printed or electronic copy of the flyer at payment to direct the proceeds to Bright Minds; it will be accepted for delivery requests as well. The flyer is located at www.brightmindsfoundation.org

STEMaction

WeDo/SuGO Robotics Workshop

Looking for a fun opportunity to let your child explore the world of robotics? Kids age 7-11 are invited to our full day robotics workshop to be held from 9:30 a.m.to 4:00 p.m., on July 25 and again on August 16 at the JHU Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel MD. Register through this link wedosugo.brownpapertickets.com

Center for Creative Life and Learning

Girls mentoring andEnrichment Program for Girls age 10-14, Girls on Fire, Sat., June27, 3-5 p.m. This program is designed to helpyoung girls reachtheirfull potential, grow their self-worth and esteem andprepare them foracademic successRegistration is free. Spaceis limited. For additionalprogram and registration info contact J Whitfield at 410-312-0758 or email . www.cclal.org

Columbia Association

Basic Zentangle Workshop with Arlene Mindus, CZT for ages 9-13. Learn this easy and fun method of drawing linear, abstract patterns. A mini Zentangle kit is provided Saturday, June 27 1-3 p.m., cost: $30, to register, please call Columbia Art Center at410-730-0075or

Columbia Association

Pizza and Portfolio workshop with Thomas Engleman, for ages 16 and up, bring your portfolio and receive an in-depth critique.Also learn how to organize and present your work effectively, Sat., June 27, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.To register, please call Columbia Art Center at410-730-0075or

Alzheimers Association

Howard County Walk to End Alzheimer’s, Sat., Sept. 26, 9 a.m., Centennial Park, 10000 Route 108, Ellicott City, MD. For more information please visit alz.org/walk, call 800.272.3900, or contact Kristina Beese at

Howard County Chinese School

Bilingual Chinese Language class and cultural classes offered at various locations.

Howard Community College, 10901 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD, and

Community College of Baltimore County, 800 S. Rolling Road, Baltimore, MD

Level 1 to 2 ages 5-12, level 1 to 4 ages 13-17.

Young Adults or Adults (15 years old or over) Six-week seminar for basic conversations for touring in China, Level 1 to 2 for exchange students or business pursuits in China, Private or semi-private tutoring sessions. Culture classes: folk dance, watercolor painting, Tai-chi, traditional instruments, etc.

Registration acceptedon-line at www.hcc-md.org For questions contact:

Arc of Howard County

Informational workshop on state and local resources available for children with disabilities, the workshop will be held Wed., Oct. 7, 7 -9 p.m., Howardhigh school, 8700 Old Annapolis Road Ellicott City, MD. We will be covering options on how to access funds for after school care, summer camp opportunities, Post secondary educational options, childcare and respite funds, etc. There will be a limited number of seats, so please email so that we can send you a reminder in the fall. If you can't attend but still want information, please email

SPORTS

Laurel Soccer Club
Tryouts for 2015-2016, registration is open. www.laurelsoccerclub.org