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T.I.S. Digital Backpack
October 28, 2014
FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S OFFICE:
UPCOMING EVENTS
IMPORTANT NOTICE: UPCOMING HALF DAYS TOMORROW (Wed., Oct. 29th) we will be dismissing at 1:20. Lunches WILL be served. On Thursday, November 6th (Parent/Teacher Conference Day), WE WILL BE DISMISSING AT 12:20. This is the only half-day during the school year that we dismiss at 12:20. Lunches WILL NOT be served. Students should bring in a hearty snack. The kitchen is closed and there will be no milk available that day.
Wacky Tacky Day This Friday, October 31st, is our annual Wacky Tacky Day at TIS. Students and staff
are encouraged to add silly accessories to their school attire. Teachers will be informing
students that Wacky Tacky Day is not a Halloween costume dress up day. The wearing
of Halloween costumes and masks will not be permissible on Wacky Tacky Day.
October 28 Drury/Babiec to CT Historical Society, 9:10-12:15
29 Half Day for Students – 1:20 Dismissal 31 Book Fair Opens, 8-3
31 Sikoski/Kogut to CT Historical Society, 9:10-12:15 31 WACKY TACKY DAY NEW! 31 Campbell, Kneeland to Planetarium
The
Technology
Club
The TIS Technology Club is for 4th and 5th grade students who are
interested in furthering their technological skills while being given the opportunity to work in a
real world/school environment. Students must possess the ability to work independently and in
small groups on projects, manage the project timeline and possess the desire to problem solve
and use resources to complete tasks. Tech Club members may spend time learning the basics of
coding, developing presentations, creating tutorials, learning video and audio recording and
editing, and functioning as a first level IT department, as well other projects that become
necessary as a means to provide a service to the school.
Students are not expected to have full knowledge of the needed technology/software, but they
must present a desire to learn and a willingness to receive help from others.
The Tech Club will meet on Tuesday and/or Thursday mornings from 8:00-8:50. Days will be
determined once all applications are received and depend on enrollment.
Interested students need to:
1. Complete the application
2. Get a signature of recommendation from their teacher
3. Submit a digital presentation as to why they should be allowed to be a member of the
Tech Club. (This can be as creative as they need...PowerPoint, Prezi, etc., but should be
concise, but informative of their interests and skills.) Presentations can be submitted on a
flashdrive (please make sure the student’s name is visible on the drive) or emailed to
[email protected] (Subject line to read: Technology Club - Student’s Name).
Deadline: October 29th
Cost of the club is $20. Please do not submit payment at this time. If your child’s application is
approved, then more information will be sent regarding when and how to remit payment.
Any questions, please feel free to email.
Mrs. Kirk Mr. Zangerl Technology Integration Specialist Grade 5 Teacher [email protected] [email protected]
The
Technology
Club
Application
Name:
Homeroom Teacher:
Teacher Recommendation:
Please circle:
Yes No I can work independently and in small groups.
Yes No I am willing to problem solve and seek out resources to find a solution.
Yes No I can conduct myself in a manner that follows the rules of the school and best represents the Technology Club. Yes No I will commit to coming to all assigned club days in order to best help and
support my fellow Tech members. Yes No I understand that all equipment needs to be treated with respect, and I will follow
the technology rules as outlined in the TIS Technology Contract and district policies.
Student Signature:
Parent Signature:
Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Any student that does not have access to a
computer at home to create their digital presentation, please see Mrs. Kirk to arrange before
school time.
LAST WEEK OF THE FOOD DRIVE !!
The Tolland Intermediate School students will be running a food drive from
October 6th - October 31st. Boxes will be provided for each classroom and
placed in the front of the building by the main entrance. Our fifth grade
students will count all the donated items and tally the results. There will be
a classroom winner for each grade level, earning lunch in the Hawk
Theater. We will then pick an overall building winner, earning dodge ball
with Mr. Dineen and Mr. Cop. The food will be donated to the Food Pantry
at the Tolland Senior Center. They are in desperate need of the following
items:
Canned fruit/fruit cups, packed in juice Baked beans Chef Boyardee Mac and Cheese Canned tuna, chicken Cereal (healthy variety) Muffin/biscuit/cookie mixes Grape or strawberry jam/jelly Graham crackers Saltines Granola bars
Of course all items will be accepted.
The “All for Books” program has begun!
Don’t forget to send in your donation along with the colored “brick” that was
sent home with the book fair flyer! All signed “bricks” will be displayed at school during the fair.
With your help, all of the money collected will go toward purchasing more
books for Tolland Intermediate School.
If we reach our whole-school goal of $1,000 – our teachers and staff will be turned into knights for a Jousting Tournament!
Not only does your donation help our cause, but Scholastic Book Fairs will match monetary donations raised with a donation of up to one million books to two non-profit organizations dedicated to helping children, families, and teachers acquire books and educational resources - Kids In Need Foundation and Kids in Distressed Situations, Inc.
This is a voluntary program. There is no obligation to particpate.
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Book Drive
to be held During our
TIS Book Fair
With our book fair starting soon, please take this opportunity to pass on gently used books to the TIS Reading Department. Books must be in excellent condition and will be used by children of all reading abilities. The books your child has out-grown, may be utilized by the reading department to engage other children in reading. Here are some suggestions: Really popular series: Books by these popular authors: A-Z mysteries Eve Bunting Geronimo Stilton Andrew Clements Fly Guy Kate DiCamillo Ivy and Bean Patricia Polacco Magic Tree House Cynthia Rylant Mercy Watson Dav Pilkey My Weird School Mo Willems Ricky Ricotta Stink Zack Files
A box will be located outside the library during the book
fair for your book donations
Questions: contact Karen Moran, [email protected]
Thank you for your support!
The TIS Book Fair
needs your help!!
October 30th~November 6th
Click the link below for easy sign up!
Any help is greatly appreciated! Thank you!
We're using VolunteerSpot (the leading online signup and reminder tool) to organize our
upcoming signups.
Here's how it works in 3 easy steps:
1) Click this link to see our Sign-Up on VolunteerSpot: http://vols.pt/Yt338K
2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
3) Sign up! It's Easy - you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on
VolunteerSpot.
Note: VolunteerSpot does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use
your email address, please contact me and I can sign you up manually.
Jessica Burney, [email protected]
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LIFETOUCH RETAKE DAY IS
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2014
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Club Participation Fee Reduction
The Board of Education has reduced the 2014 - 2015 club participation rate at
Tolland Intermediate School, from $30.00 down to $20.00. If you have
recently paid $30.00 for your child to participate in a T.I.S. club, we ask that
you please email the club advisor, so that we may return your $30.00 check in
exchange for a reduced payment of $20.00. We apologize for any
inconvenience.
C.E.R.T. members will learn valuable skills such as: How to recognize hazards that are most likely to affect your home, workplace,
and neighborhood. Steps you can take to prepare for a disaster. Identifying and reducing potential fire hazards in your home. What to do when disaster strikes.
C.E.R.T. members also learn how to:
Assist Emergency Management and First Responders in meeting the needs of the community during disaster.
Be part of a team serving the community.
To find out more information about this exciting opportunity Plan to attend the informational session hosted by Emergency Management Director John C. Littell or
e-mail [email protected] to sign up for the classes.
Informational Session will be held Wednesday November 5th at 7pm
At the Fire Department Training Center, 191 Merrow Road
For FAQ visit: http://www.fema.gov/community-emergency-response-teams/frequently-asked-questions#.U0XNwSteKOg.mailto
For additional C.E.R.T. training: http://www.fema.gov/community-emergency-response-teams/training-materials#.U0XOspiWv2A.mailto
Class schedule: Must attend all classes to Graduate
3-Wednesdays 6pm to 9pm on November 12th, 19th, December 3rd
3-Saturdays 8am to 12pm on November 8th, 15th, 22nd
1-Graduation on December 6th at 9am
Classes will be held at the Fire Dept. Training Center
And begin promptly at 6pm or 8am Sharp
Tolland Emergency Management is pleased to announce the formation of a Second Community Emergency Response
Team (C.E.R.T.)
Food & Nutrition Services is looking for substitute workers. Work only while your student is in school. Apply now for
positions for the school year. Opportunities to move into permanent, part-time positions are available. Please contact
Mary Layman at 860-870-6853 or [email protected]
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