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We believe in excellence and equity by providing every student with the highest quality,
21st century education in a safe and engaging learner-centered environment.
We commit to fostering a love of learning in order to produce globally competitive graduates
who are creative thinkers, problem solvers, analysts, synthesizers and navigators of information.
Susan Truesdell Mark Harris Principal Assistant Principal
December 2014
Dear Prettyboy Families,
I hope you enjoyed a safe, relaxed and peaceful Thanksgiving celebration. It’s hard to believe we
have already dealt with the season’s first snowfall and only a few weeks to go until the winter
holidays are upon us! Thanks to all of our families for joining us during American Education
Week. Our students are thriving as a result of engaged, learner-centered environments. In the
month of December, we look forward to our 5th
Grade Winter Concert, Family Night Out at
Chipotle in Hunt Valley, and Flannel Bottom Spirit Day.
I would like to thank all of you for your commitment to education, your volunteerism and
participation in the many aspects of our instructional program. I am fortunate that every day I
have the opportunity to see your children grow and learn and work with the most talented and
dedicated staff in all of Baltimore County Public Schools.
Wishing you a memorable holiday season and a healthy and prosperous New Year!
Sue Truesdell
9 5th Grade Winter Concert 7:00 p.m. 12 School closes 3 hrs. early 16 Chipotle Fundraiser Hunt Valley Town Center 5:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. 19 1st grade field trip to the Aquarium 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 22 3rd grade field trip to the Baltimore Museum of Industry 9:00 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.
23 Spirit Day - Flannel Bottom Day 24-1/5 Winter Break
Prettyboy Elementary School
Music Department
December 1, 2014 Dear Parents/Guardians, The fifth grade band, orchestra and chorus will present their winter concert on Tuesday, December 9, 2014, at 7:00 p.m., in the school gymnasium. The boys and girls have been working hard rehearsing their songs and music for the concert and it is our hope that all students will be in attendance. Doors to the
building will open promptly at 6:40 p.m. Students should report to the following areas: 5th grade orchestra – Report directly to the stage. 5th grade band – Unpack your instrument in the cafeteria and wait for Mrs. Kiper to warm up the groups. 5th grade chorus (not playing an instrument) – report to the library. Attire for the concert is white tops and black/dark bottoms. We hope that you will make plans to join us on Tuesday, December 9, 2014 for a fun-filled evening of holiday music. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at school 410- 887-1900 or email us at [email protected] or [email protected].
Thank you for your continued support of the music program at Prettyboy Elementary.
Sincerely, Kim Kiper Instrumental Music Teacher Rebecca Rodriguez Vocal Music Teacher
Dear Parent /Guardian: If you send in any medicine for your child to take during the school day, it must be accompanied by a doctor’s order. This includes over the counter medicines (except cough drops) and prescription medicines. Please contact the school nurse if you need a copy of the form or if you have any questions. Thank you, Mrs. Weatherford School Nurse
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¡Hola Prettyboy 4th Grade Families! Senora Gallardo reporting from Spanish class. It was great meeting many of you during American Education week! During the last few weeks we have worked on some fun stuff! Students have learned about activities, sports and the weather! We played some fun games to practice our vocabulary. The kids love SIMON DICE and CHARADAS! I hear students practicing their Spanish ¡MUY BIEN! Here is what we have been practicing. See if they can answer you at home, too! ¿Qué actividad te gusta/no te gusta?- What activity do you like/don’t like? Me gusta/no me gusta-I like/don’t like Correr-Running Caminar-Walking Saltar-Jumping Bailar-Dancing Cantar-Singing Leer-Reading Nadar-Swimming Volar-Flying ¿Cuál es tu deporte favorito?-What’s your favorite sport? Básquetbol/Baloncesto- Basketball Béisbol-Baseball Fútbol-Soccer Fútbol americano-American Futbol Karate-Karate Baile-Dance Porra-Cheerleading Natación-Swimming ¿Qué tiempo hace?-What’s the weather? Hace calor- It’s hot Llueve-Raining Hace frio- It’s cold Nieva-Snowing Hace viento-It’s windy Esta nublado-It’s cloudy Hace sol-It’s sunny ¡Hasta Luego! Señora Gallardo
*Installation Instructions below
Microsoft 365 Baltimore County Public Schools has acquired student access for Microsoft 365. To access and download Microsoft 365, students should go to http://www.bcps.org/Office365 and log in using their full BCPS username (including @bcps.org) and password. Once logged in you will be prompted to download the Microsoft Office Suite of applications, Word, PowerPoint, etc. If you need help with this process, please contact Rob Meloni at [email protected]
Art News
Visit my teacher website:
http://prettyboyes.bcps.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=155359&pageId=716758
For the latest information on Spring Clay Club sessions, Reflections Contest entries, art class assignments, student gallery link, art supplies, and much more.
Thank you,
James B. Briggs
Art Teacher
The Library Corner
A HUGE! Thank you to all of the volunteers who helped make this year’s Scholastic Book
Fair a wonderful success. Also thank you to all the Prettyboy families that supported this year’s Book Fair!!! Your dedication to this awesome school is much appreciated. Mr. Finckel
Prettyboy Elementary School Library Gift Fund
Hey, Hey Parents!!!! Your child will soon be celebrating a birthday; a special occasion for your child and family. A contribution to the Prettyboy Elementary School Library Gift Fund is a unique and meaningful way to recognize this happy day. A donation of $25 or more will purchase a book chosen to benefit the school library and help to make it a well-rounded collection. The book will have a bookplate affixed and will be inscribed with your child’s name and personal message. Your child will be the first to borrow the book from the library. Such a gift creates a lasting tribute and gives your child a great sense of pride as he/she, friends and siblings open this book to find the inscription. The Library Gift Fund can also be used to commemorate other occasions – teacher appreciation, get well wishes, acknowledgement of special achievements, graduation, holiday greetings, or just because. All donations are welcomed and the name of your child or other recipient will be included in the school newsletter. Please note, however, this is a purely voluntary program and you are under no obligation to participate.
Please be on the lookout for the Prettyboy Library Gift Fund letter coming home with your child during their birthday month. Electronic copies are also available on the school library website link below.
http://prettyboyes.bcps.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=155359&pageId=715434
Follett eBooks (Follettshelf)
Turn to The Next Chapter in Learning
Follett eBooks open up new possibilities for learning. They can turn a digital tool into a library. EBooks provide a novel, powerful approach to reach our students. They help you engage students in reading and comprehension exercises, boost their interest in new topics, and provide real life examples of lessons, both in the library and the classroom. We are bringing eBooks into our school to bring more lessons to life.
Use the link below to checkout this amazing new resource.
Destiny
Counselor’s Corner December 2014
Dear Prettyboy Families and Students, November seemed to fly by! Students practiced communicating feelings and ideas, learned coping skills for dealing with problems, learned techniques for managing stress and conflict, recognized, accepted, respected, and appreciated individual differences, and identified personal short and long term goals for their lives. It’s wonderful to see how enthusiastic the students are to work with others as they learn. In December, classroom guidance lessons will focus on developing empathy. Students will listen to a short story about having empathy for others and identify ways in which they can show how they care about others. December can be a very busy month. As you enjoy some fun extra activities throughout the month, please continue to do your best to make sure that your child(ren) are prepared for the school day with their homework assignments and plenty of rest. The next school spirit day this year will be held on Tuesday, December 23rd. It’s Flannel Bottoms Day! It has been such a privilege for me to be the long-term substitute for Mrs.Pappas while she was on her maternity leave. The students at PBES are so very special! I have enjoyed getting to know so many of them! Mrs.Pappas will be returning to PBES on Friday, December 19th! Again, please feel free to contact me by calling the school or emailing me at [email protected] through December 18th. Beginning December 19th, you can contact Mrs.Pappas at [email protected]. Enjoy these fun December days! Have a safe Winter Break! Sincerely, Mrs. Stewart
The IDENT-A-KID Child Safety Program will be at our school on {02/18/2015} to PHOTOGRAPH, FINGERPRINT, WEIGH and MEASURE children. Unlike a student ID that is carried by the student, Ident-A-Kid ID cards are carried by all parents and caregivers in their wallet and on the cell phone.
Our ID card is recognized by the U.S. Government’s SSA as a form of identification. ID cards are often needed for sports registration, travel, student discounts, and in emergencies. To participate, please fill in the Application Envelope which will come home with your child and have your child return it to school. Applications are also available on line at www.identakid.com.
Participation in the program is at the individual Parents’ option. The cost per child is $8 for one card, $10 for two cards, or $13 for three cards. An eKid ID is the electronic Ident-A-Kid card sent to your cell phone via text/picture message and is included when ordering multiple cards of the same child.
Please feel free to contact your local program director, Donna Aversa-Smith at [email protected] or at (443) 275-1543, with any questions.
Safety Update
Effective 12/10/14 parents will receive an automated call from Prettyboy ES letting you know your child was absent. Please continue to send in notes explaining their absence. Thank you.
PTA for support during American
Education Week
Book Fair Helpers: Chair Person: Renee White
Volunteers:
1. Aimee Kaplan
2. Kathy Patti
3. Evie Roy
4. Marie Bohlayer
5. Danielle Verderaime
6. Meredith Lewis
7. Lisa Carton
8. Jen Walsh
9. Michelle Stutz
10. Anne Kampes
11. Jessica Larichiuta
12. Amy Miller
13. Amber Kittner
14. Danielle Musolf
15. Carol Sebastian
16. Marnie Garcia
17. Allison Sweeny
18. Lauren Reichert
19. Allison Gudeman
20. Annemarie Reiner
21. Chrissy Doyle
22. Christine Hunt
23. Julie Wilkinson
24. Heather Wassell
25. Chris Patterson
26. Kristen Seibert
27. Jen Wegrzyn
28. Angel Shilling
29. Jennifer Roebuck
30. Jamie Bonner
31. Meghan Homa
32. Christa Bowen
33. Juanita Hurley
34. Danielle Davis
35. Jen Franklin
36. Laura Hess
37. Erin Bichell
38. Gabby Reynolds
39. Deborah Karpowicz
40. Jen Hopkins
41. Marisa Pisano
Bonnie Wilhelm for organizing the PTA Fall
Bountiful Breakfast Feast
