Helen Baller Newsletter October 2014

Helen Baller Newsletter
October 2014
In This Issue:
1 - Letter from Principal
2 - PTA Calendar
3 - Library News
4 - October Events
5 - October News
6 - Looking Ahead to November
A Word from Mr Parman
October 2014
Dear Helen Baller Families,
I cannot believe it is October already. Hopefully the nice weather continues to hold out for a while. It was a terrific first month of school. The
only negative of the month was watching the Packers get beat by the
Seahawks. The students are kind enough to remind me of that every
day! I have enjoyed meeting all of the new students and families. It has
been fun seeing all the returning students after summer break. I have
been visiting the classrooms observing all the great things the students
are doing. I am very impressed with the students’ work ethic, academics and behavior.
Below are the Helen Baller Mission and Vision Statements. As a staff we
collaborated to create them. The two statements guide the work we
do at Helen Baller.
Helen Baller’s Mission Statement:
Our mission is to support all of our students so they can grow academically, socially and behaviorally.
Helen Baller’s Vision Statement:
We believe all students can learn. Students are provided a safe environment with high expectations for all. The key to success is the fundamental belief held by all staff members that Helen Baller students are
our kids. Not yours, not mine, OURS! As a collaborative learning community, we develop lessons that are aligned with the Common Core &
Power Standards and use instructional strategies to engage and meet
our students’ needs. We are committed to meeting all challenges with
a positive attitude and following the school rules of being responsible,
respectful and safe.
This month the students and staff have been hard at work learning the
school rules and expectations. Everybody at Helen Baller is responsible
for knowing and following the common behavior expectations of being responsible, respectful and safe. In addition, we teach the children
the six Pillars of Character which are being trustworthy, responsible,
respectful, fairness, caring and demonstrating citizenship. The behavior
expectations and six Pillars of Character are posted around the school
and taught to the students throughout the year. We are working to
create a positive school climate that fosters cooperation, academic
excellence, respect and safety. If you have any questions about Helen
Baller’s rules or expectations please contact me.
This school year the Camas School District is implementing a conference week for elementary students October 27th through October 31st. Students will be released from school at 1:10 every day that week. Classroom
teachers will be contacting you in the near future to set up a time for your child’s conference.
I want to say thanks to all the families and community members for helping make the start of the year a
great one. If you ever have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact me in person, by
phone or email.
Have a great October and go Packers!
Sincerely,
Aaron Parman
Principal
Success Book Roll Call
Below is a list of students who have signed the Success Book during the month of September. Any Helen Baller staff member can have a student sign the Success Book for being
successful with academics, behavior or work ethic. Several of the students signed the Success Book multiple times, but I have only listed their name once.
Way to go Helen Baller Bears! We are proud of you!
Kaleah Dewey
Aiden Shoheen
Alex Lion
Joe Wright
Marquis Murchinson
Brandon Palma
Blake Holtcamp
Lorelei McCarthy
Brooklyn Jardine
Anna Martin
Audrey Wagner
Owen Tuttle
Ryan Melton
Adriana Bjornsgard
Zealia Hayes
Rory Jensen
Summer Craft
Keirrah Sanders
Ella Wright
Presley Darling
Sasha Greer
Grace Lukens
Ethan Costa
Peyton Darling
Isabella Silva
Trinity Hale
Alexandra Dufner
Ella Stafford
Zach Nelson
Dean Clifton
Lily Neil
Kate Bacher
Helen Baller PTA Calendar
October 2014
Sunday
5
Monday
6
Tuesday
30
Payback
Payments
Due
Wednesday
1
7:45am
Drama Team
Auditions
7
8
2
Thursday
Friday
3
Fun Run
pledges DUE
Saturday
9
PICTURE DAY!
10
NO SCHOOL
11
17
18
4
9am PTA
Board Mtg
12
13
14
15
16
FALL BOOK FAIR
Birthday Table
Spirit Wear
Order Deadline
5:30 Shop
Book Fair!
6:30 Movie
Night & PTA
General Membership Mtg
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
FALL BOOK FAIR
WSPTA Legislative Assembly
26
27
28
29
3-5pm Downtown Camas
Boo Bash
30
31
HALLOWEEN
Conference Week: early release at 1:10pm
October Library News!
We have had a great start to library classes this year! It has been
super exciting to see students check out brand new books, learn
how to use the library, and to enjoy reading!
Library Check Out Rules:
Kindergarten students get one book at a time and they can
enjoy the book for one week. The book is due when they come
to library the following week. Mrs. Michener’s AM and PM are on
Mondays. Mrs. Watson’s PM class is on Thursday and her AM class
in on Friday.
1st-5th graders get to check out two books each week. They
need to return their books or renew them before they check out
new books!
Grade Level Library Focus
Grades K-2:
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Character Traits – Book- Nugget & Fang Friends Forever – or Snack Time
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Messages in folklore/story – Book – The Magic Bojabi Tree
Grades 3-5:
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Library check out procedures
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Using the computer system “Alexandria” to locate books in the library
•
Learning the Dewey Decimal System to locate books in the non-fiction section of the library
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Introduction of the “Sasquatch” book selections and rules for attending the Second Annual Library Lock-In which will take place in June!
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Theme- Friends!
Thank you for your support to the library!
If you would like to volunteer, please contact me via e-mail:
[email protected]
Sincerely,
Laurie Brown
October Events
Money
raised
during the
book fair
will fund
new books
for our
school
library!
Family Fun Movie Night
& PTA Meeting!
SAVE THE DATE:
OCTOBER 17th
5:30 to 8pm
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE....
• 5:30 - 6:30pm: Family time to shop the Fall Book Fair
• 6:30 - 8pm:
Kids watch Hotel Transylvania (PG)
Adults attend 1st PTA meeting of the year
Popcorn and Water will be available!
We will raffle off the movie to a lucky winner!
....Can’t Wait to See You All There!
October News
Help us reach our goals...FUN RUN & Payback Books!
It is time to send your payment into the school.
Did you buy a Payback Book? Deadline: 9/30/14
Did you pledge your child for the FUN RUN? Deadline: 10/3/14
Please make payment to: Helen Baller PTA and return to your child’s teacher or place in the PTA
mailbox in the school office. Thanks!
PICTURE DAY is 10/9/14!
Please turn in your order form no later than picture day!
If you would like a volunteer badge with your picture on
it -- parents are welcome to come in anytime that day
and get a volunteer badge with their photo on it!
JOIN THE DRAMA TEAM!
Auditions: October 1st at 7:45am
SAVE UP, HELP SCHOOL & WIN!
Box Tops and Labels for Education
Collection Drive
October 13-24, 2014
Please helps your kids save up box tops and
labels and bring them into school!
4th & 5th graders are eligible.
No previous experience required.
Everyone who auditions makes the team!
Fall Drama Team will learn:
• Acting basics: dramatic plays/monologues/
musicals
• Theater terminology & etiquette
• Improvisation Techniques
• Public speaking skills/improve self-esteem
The top 3 classes with the most box tops and
labels will win PIZZA PARTIES!
Fall session:
Oct. 1st - til Xmas break.
Rehearsals every
Wed 7:45 - 8:45 am.
The class with the MOST box tops & labels will
also get their name engraved on our trophy!
For more information:
[email protected]
October News
Support Our School...
RECESS
DONATIONS...
Shop at Amazon and earn money for Helen
Baller. Simply start from the Helen Baller PTA
AMAZON website link at www.helenballerpta.
org.
Shop at Fred Meyer and a percentage of your
purchases go to support Helen Baller. Register
your FredMeyer Rewards at www.fredmeyer.
com/communityrewards and search for us by
name or by our non-profit number 86503.
The recess team is looking for these items. If
anyone is willing to donate to Helen Baller:
Cars(small)
Cards
Dinosaurs
Ping Pong
Chess/Checkers
Board Games
Pool Sticks
Air Hockey
Yarn
Hula Hoops
Bubbles
Chalk
Carpet Ball
Thanks for making RAINY DAY RECESS more fun!
Helen Baller Spirit Wear
Order your favorite Baller Bear Wear Now!
Next Order Deadline Oct 17th.
Fundraising
Chair
Do you like to meet
new people?
Are you unafraid to
ask any question?
Are you a natural
born sales person?
We need you!
Contact:
president@
helenballerpta.org
Order form at: www.helenballerpta.org/forms
Drop in PTA box to submit
Yearbook
Photographer
Interested in being
your classroom photographer?
Would you like to
take photos at events
throughout the school
year?
Have a picture you’d
like to submit?
Contact:
yearbook@
helenballerpta.org
FAMILY HALLOWEEN NIGHT*
Saturday, October 18, 6:30-9:00pm
Liberty Middle School
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Carnival Games
Prizes & Candy
Fall Crafts
Refreshments for sale
Costume Contest (8:30)
Bring 2 cans of food to be eligible
for raffle.
For ages 12 and under
Children must be accompanied by an adult
* Presented by : The City of Camas
October News
If you joined the PTA....
THANK YOU!
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The Helen Baller PTA is hard at work:
Supporting Back-to-School Night
Planning the Fun Run
Gifting books at the Birthday Table
Kicking off Art Discovery
October 24 & 25
Washington State PTA Legislative Assembly
& Survey
On October 24 & 25 Washington State PTA will
hold their annual legislative assembly. They will
discuss priorities for 2014 & 2015. If you would
like to be part of the conversation please plan
to attend. Also, if you would like a voice in
what the Washington State PTA prioritizes for
2015 you can complete a short survey.
Show your support for the PTA’s work...
it is NOT TOO LATE TO JOIN!
Membership: $10 for an individual
or $20 for a family!
To join the PTA:
www.helenballerpta.org/pta-membership
Your voice is important! To find out more:
http://www.wastatepta.org/meetings/leg_assembly/index.html
STAY CONNECTED!
The Helen Baller PTA newsletter is
published the last Monday of each month.
Helen Baller PTA’s Website:
www.helenballerpta.org
“Like” Helen Baller PTA on Facebook for
news updates:
www.facebook.com/ballerpta
Each month at a Friday lunch period we hold
the BIRTHDAY TABLE to celebrate the kids who
have birthdays during that month. You can find
the date on the PTA calendar in this newsletter.
New this year the PTA is giving a ‘best-fit’ book
to each student in honor of their birthday.
As always they also receive an ice cream and
get their picture taken.
When is the Helen Baller PTA Carnival?
(a.k.a. Baller Blast!)
The PTA decided to move Baller Blast to be
a spring event this year in hopes of better
weather....
...More news to come leading up to
May 1st!
Looking Ahead to November
NOVEMBER 18th 4-9pm
Papa Murphy’s Dine Around
Pick up a pizza to take home and bake!
20% of proceeds go to our school!
Two Participating Locations:
2406 SE 8th Ave, Camas, WA (360) 834-6907
3415 SE 192nd Ave, Camas, WA (360) 896-0833 (QFC Parking Lot)
November NO SCHOOL Dates: • November 11th for Veteran’s Day
• November 26-28th for Thanksgiving