March 30, 2010
Calendar
April
2 Dr. Viola Vaughn, 12:45 - 1:30pm, MS Commons
8 First Grade Parent Orientation Meeting, (for parents of current kindergarten students) 6:30 - 7:30pm, LS first grade classroom
15 PFA Meeting, 8:15 - Coffee, 8:30 Meeting, Gerlinger
16 Viewfinder Global Film Series
30 Kindergarten Spring Parade
Kindergarten Spring Parade has been moved to May 2nd. Friday Sing has been canceled.
May
2 Spring Festival, (Beehivers lead off the festivities with a parade.)
20 PFA Meeting, 8:15 - Coffee, 8:30 Meeting, Gerlinger
25-26 Kindergarten Parent - Teacher Conferences (optional)
28 *No BS or LS Classes - Report writing day
31 No School - Memorial Day
June
10 Kindergarten Olympics, 10:00 a.m., Track
11 Kindergarten Boat Trip
Last Day of Classes
*Prearranged childcare available as space permits
Heads-up!
•Star words this week are "we" and "me."
•Please remember to turn in your "Eagle Memory" form.
NOTE: Changes to Spring Parade and Friday Sing on April 30th.
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Due to multiple events on campus that will bring many visitors (and cars) to the school the morning of Friday, April 30th, we have decided to cancel the Spring Parade and Friday Sing on this day. The school parking lot is just not large enough to accomodate all the vehicles. However, the Eagles and Honeybees will lead off Spring Festival on Sunday, May 2nd, with a parade.
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Welcome back!
We spent the first part of Monday morning listening to all of the excited stories that were told about Spring Vacation Fun! We loved reconnecting and catching up on everybody’s news. Then we worked together to create our new spring placemats! How happy we are to leave the snowflakes behind and to gaze upon our beautiful, new rainbow-garden placemats. We used Monday morning to settle us in and be together in our classrooms. Exploration begins today.
Eagle Memory Information
Thank you to all who have sent in Eagle Memories. These personal stories are the perfect starting point and connect us through family experiences to a new study. Several parents have asked for clarification about the “Eagle Memory” homework. It is simply a family memory, or direct experience that you may have had with an eagle during your lifetime. Some people have actually lived where eagles are a common sight. Others look online for an eagle fact that they can discuss with their child. Usually the parent writes the story and the child draws a picture to go with it. However, sometimes a kindergartner does the writing and draws the picture. Photographs have been included at times, magazine pictures, and even an occasional newspaper clipping. Please don’t worry. The act of parent and child chatting about an eagle experience, or looking up information together is the important part. Then, when it is shared in class, we all get to learn more together. Often we hear about a parent vacation, or time of life that happened before their child was even born. No matter what it is, the grandeur and awesomeness of the eagle shines through. Thank you so much for participation at home that contributes greatly to our classroom. We are also looking forward to any Eagle memento that could temporarily be included in our Eagle museum. Look around the house, there is often something with an Eagle on it!
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Spring
We hope you enjoyed our “budding branches” collection as much as we did. They were a wonderful sign of spring just inside the classroom door. Even when it was cold and rainy outdoors, it was blooming indoors. Thanks for your help. Now, that classroom area has been dedicated to “construction inventions.” The children’s classroom construction projects are now being turned into short stories with illustrations, diagrams, and labels added to the project. It is a logical next step that invites the kindergartener to tell about their project by creating a story that can be shared with the class. Please check them out.
Growing Children
Please have a chat with your kindergartner about the size of their lunch. We have been hearing, “I’m starving, I’m starving,” even before lunch. They wolf down their lunch in about two minutes and then stare longingly at their lunch box. It may not be every Eagle, but many seem to need more. Thanks for checking.
Extra Clothes at School
Please check your child’s extra clothes at school. Most of them need to be replenished. Muddy spring weather can make for a very uncomfortable day if there is nothing to change into.
Kelly News
Our dear Kelly will be away from Betsy’s classroom for at least a week, maybe more. She has developed a case of mono which was diagnosed over spring vacation. We have made her a beautiful get-well card to cheer her up.
Have a great week and stay dry,
The Kindergarten Team
Dr. Viola Vaughn to Speak at Catlin Gabel School on Wednesday, April 2nd
Please gather in the Middle School Commons at 12:45-1:30 pm, on Wednesday, April 7th to hear Dr. Viola Vaughn, founder and Executive Director of the non-profit, 10,000 Girls in Kaolack, Sénégal, West Africa. She will speak at Catlin Gabel about her work educating girls. Dr. Vaughn is an American with an Ed.D. from Columbia University who received a CNN “Hero” award in 2008. She is a social entrepreneur who has built 10,000 Girls from an idea to a vibrant program currently serving 2,567 girls in 10 towns and villages in rural Sénégal. Veronique de la Poterie, French teacher in the US, is creating ties between Senegalese and Catlin Gabel French language students. Click here for more information
Viola Vaughn clips:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIvdwUKDTxA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lyOWV3VlnEY
College Counselors Present Two Free Events for Portland Students and Families
College counselors Kate Grant and Nancy Donehower provide expertise and insight to Portland families who seek guidance about the college search process. This outreach event is a way for Catlin Gabel to share one of our strongest programs with students and parents who have limited access to college counseling services. The program is free and open to the public. Tell your friends and neighbors.
Monday, April 12
6:30 p.m.
Hollywood Library, 4040 NE Tillamook, Portland 97212
Tuesday, May 4
6:30 p.m.
Hillsdale Library, 1525 SW Sunset Blvd., Portland 97239
Parent - Faculty Association Accepting Nominations
The Parent-Faculty Association (PFA) is accepting nominations from March 1st until April 15th, for the 2010-11 school year. Anyone interested may apply. The PFA welcomes parents who are new to the school and parents who have not considered leadership involvement before. Generally, it is best to start out by volunteering as a grade representative before serving on the executive council. Nominating yourself is encouraged.
Please e-mail
pfa@catlin.edu to nominate a candidate (including yourself) for any of the following positions:
- Grade representatives (preschool through twelfth)
- Volunteer coordinator
- Spring Festival
- Advisor to Council
- Beginning School coordinator
- Lower School coordinator
- Communications coordinator
- Treasurer
- Vice president
Thank you for supporting the Gambol.
And, there’s still a chance to participate!
Thank you to all our donors, bidders, volunteers and sponsors. The Gambol event on March 13 was a successful and festive evening for our community. Were you unable to attend or didn’t win something you bid on? Well, here’s your chance! We have fabulous activities and parties, offered by generous and thoughtful donors that still have spots available. Please review the selection below. All proceeds support professional development for our teachers. If you would like to purchase a spot, please email
gambol@catlin.edu. Don’t miss out on these fun community activities!
Ano’s Art Party - 10 spots available
Private art party for 12 children or adults at Ano’s Art Academy in Cedar Hills. $50 per person. September 26, 2010.
Big Night at Apolloni Vineyards - 25 spots available
A summer tradition continues with outstanding food and wine for 75 people. $50 per person. July 31, 2010.
Bernie Fagan Soccer Clinic - 22 spots available
30 kids at a soccer camp at PGE Park ages 5 -12 years old. $50 per person. May 15, 2010. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Barn Party - 20 spots available
50 adults party in the Barn, D.J. spinning tunes, kegs, and food by chef Hen Troung. We love your children but this party is for adults only. $50 per person. May 15, 2010. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Woodshop for Women - 11 spots available
15 women design and build a masterpiece with teacher Jennifer Marcus ’73. $75 per person. April 11, 2010.
Lemon Drops and Flip-flops - 18 spots available
25 people enjoy pampering and cocktails in a beautiful Dunthorpe garden. $75 per person. July 17, 2010.
Overnight & Movie in the Paddock - 70 family spots available
100 people watch a movie on the big screen under the stars and campout in tents on the Lower School field. $40 per family. August 27, 2010.
Tie Dye Party - 5 spots available
8 kids twist, tie and dye anything 100% cotton with parent Jenny Wilson Prendergast ’87. $75 per person. June 15, 2010.
Cupcake Brunch - 28 family spots available
Parent Dancy Jubb hosts 40 families for a Sunday champagne brunch and cupcake party. $100 per family. April 18, 2010.
