Parents, Guardians, Sponsors
Please show your love for our school and join us!
CSR PTO meeting on
Wednesday, May 21st
7:00 to 8:00 at CSR
• Leadership positions for next year?
• Help plan the Staff Appreciation Day – May 30th and End of Year Picnic – June 20th
• Meet other parents, voice your concerns, and ask questions
Childcare available
Need a ride to the meeting? Call Parent Liaison Mary Barnes.
Dates to remember:
May 22, 23, and 26: No School
Friday, May 30: Staff Appreciation Day (Lunch, 11:00 – 2:00)
Friday, June 6: 1st grade concert (briefing)
Monday, June 9: 2nd grade concert (briefing)
Wednesday, June 11: 3rd grade concert (briefing)
Wednesday, June 11: PTO Meeting
Thursday, June 12: PTO Workshop – How to Talk So Kids Will Listen
Friday, June 13: End of the year concert (4th, 5th, and 6th grade), 1;30 in the gym
Tuesday, June 17: Field Day @ Genesee Country Museum (volunteers needed)
Friday, June 20: End of the Year CSR Family Picnic (Genesee Valley Park, 5:00pm)
Thank you to everyone who purchased t-shirts this month! We raised enough money to pay for our entire field day (June 17th) at the Genesee Village and Museum.
The library will be closing the second week of June to start inventory. Please make sure your child has returned or taken responsibility for their library books. The first two notices are sent home with the child during the school year. I will be mailing notices home starting the end of May.
Thank you,
Melissa Frost, Librarian
Principal’s Corner:
Happy Spring!
The grounds look so beautiful and every morning when students get off the bus, there is a new blossom to behold. Many thanks to Michael Warren Thomas, with help from the CSR Brownies. Soon, we will be able to eat lunch in the side yard.
So much of what happens here is because of the many volunteers that give their time, talent, donations, and goods. We so humbly thank you all and hope that you were able to attend the Volunteer Breakfast. [Editor’s Note: pictures from the breakfast are posted on our website: www.csrpto.blogspot.com.]
This is a very busy time for all of us. Check with staff about field trips, concerts, and celebrations. I hope that many of you can join us as chaperones for the Field Day at the Genesee Country Museum on June 17. As the weather warms up and spring fever becomes contagious, we remind students of the “I Care Rules” and that special events are earned by following those rules. Please remind children not to bring games, cell phones, or other devices that are easily lost or misplaced. We cannot be responsible for them and while we’re investigating, our students are missing instructional time. This is also the time to remind children that flip flops should not be worn to school as they are dangerous and cause spills.
Our world within a school has felt the effects of the devastating cyclone in Burma. We have begun to collect funds for a Myanmar orphanage. There is a jar outside of the gym door for donations.
Ms. Muoio and Ms. Wyatt-Cooper (Deb and Sherese) are still out and we appreciate the substitute work of Ms. Caccamise and Ms. Phillips. Please bear with them while they learn everyone’s names and faces.
See you soon.
The Children’s School Of Rochester
Parent Teacher Organization
Patty Polcyn , Co-chair
Carla Copper, Co-chair
Lisa Button, Secretary
Betsy Frarey, Treasurer
Nicole Rosen, Fundraising
Mary Barnes, Parent Liaison
Dave Harrison, Communications
Anybody interested in a leadership position for next year is welcome to join us and contribute!
Recycle and Reap Rewards!!!
Cell phones, ink jet and laser cartridges can be dropped off in the recycle box in the Main Hallway.
So can Boxtops4education, in plastic baggies.
The PTO gets $$ and you get rid of the clutter!
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Volunteer Breakfast, May 14, 2008
What a great breakfast! Many thanks to the Stake Building Work Group, who created such a fantastic event, and to Mr. Hines, who lent us him room! Here are some pictures:
Friday, January 11, 2008
Shining Star Choir at City Hall
These photographs are thanks to Bonnie Abrams, who received them from City Hall photographer, Dave Mohney.
Monday, December 3, 2007
December newsletter
CSR Parent Teacher Organization
December 2007
Parents, Guardians, Sponsors
Brave the cold and please join us!!!
CSR PTO meeting on
Wednesday December 12
7:00 to 8:00 at CSR
• Town Meeting with Academic Intervention Specialist Joe Saia about our school’s “report card” and the implications.
• Help plan January’s Family Fun Night!
• Hear about our Winter Fundraiser -- Equal Exchange (Fair Trade) Coffee and Chocolate.
• Meet other parents, voice your concerns, and ask questions
Childcare available
Parents in the Lunchroom:
So far 13 parents have come in to spend lunch with their child and help out in the lunchroom. It really is great and helps. Please donate kids’ magazines and books, or paper and pencils, it helps the kids a lot after their lunch is finished.
Call Betsy Frarey for more info.
CSR staff is collecting donated items for families in need right in our school. Items needed include new or gently used winter clothing, jackets, shoes, boots, socks of all sizes. Mr. Abukar of the Somali Bantu Community Association has also made a list of needed items that includes sheets, blankets, boots and shoes, jackets, dishes, pillows, curtains, socks, diapers for children under 3, and grocery gift cards, Please give what you can. Donations can be brought to Ms. Barnes or Ms. Rice. Please see Ms. Rice to learn about a way to help feed families in need. Please give what
you can.
Need a ride to school for briefing, conference, or class performance?
Call Parent Liaison Mary Barnes to arrange for free taxi service.
Anyone can read and make comments to this blog. If you’d like to post new items, or if you’d like to receive the PTO newsletter electronically, please e-mail David Harrison.
Please send in ideas, photos, or anything you’d like to see in the newsletter or online.
PRINCIPAL’S CORNER
Another busy November has gone by and what a wonderful month of activities we had!
The International Dinner was spectacular and I kept looking around the Monroe Cafeteria thinking, “How did we ever fit this in at CSR?” I am always touched by the Thanksgiving luncheon; it’s another example of how we find the common thread amongst the cultural fabric here! None of our activities could take place if not for the many volunteers.
We also had our first band performance and I wasn’t the only one who had a few tears watching our children perform at briefings and concerts. On behalf of all the kids,
thanks to everyone who contributes to all we offer here.
Please come to the Town Meeting to hear the preliminary data from our “School Report Card” and the implications for the future for CSR. When the data is officially announced and no longer preliminary, we may be on the State’s “Watch List” and we will all need to understand and strategize in order to keep moving forward.
The Children’s School continues to be one of the few places where partnerships between staff and parents are sincere and productive. The workgroups are the governing bodies, and membership that includes parents and staff truly benefit the children who attend this school. We are in need of parents to serve on our six workgroups. Please call Mary Barnes or see me if you want more information on the
workgroups or if you can become a member.
Join us on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays from 8:55 to 9:15 for briefing. On December 14, rehearsal for our annual rendition of “What a Wonderful World” will start at 8:30
and we’ll sing it to the students during briefing.
Stay warm!
At the November meeting, school librarian Melissa Frost shared some of the great
online resources available for CSR staff, students and families. The school district
pays for these sites and the content is safe for kids. Go to the CSR library portal for more information. Did you know that the school has an online library catalog and that parents can borrow up to 5 books? Our kids are online, ask them to show you. Or stop by the library, and ask for a handout detailing available online resources.
Congratulations to CSR students for being third in the district for the technology
proficiency test – a great accomplishment!
The Children’s School Of Rochester
Parent Teacher Organization
Patty Polcyn , Co-chair
Carla Copper, Co-chair
Lisa Button, Secretary
Betsy Frarey, Treasurer
Nicole Rosen, Fundraising
Mary Barnes, Parent Liaison
Dave Harrison, Communications
All proceeds from our fundraisers support PTO events such as the International Dinner, Family Fun Night, Spring Picnic, as well as many classroom projects! Your hard work at fundraising helps all our children.
The PTO committee always welcomes your participation either as a committee member or one-time volunteer. If you are willing to help in any capacity, call any of the officers. Thank you!
December 2007
Parents, Guardians, Sponsors
Brave the cold and please join us!!!
CSR PTO meeting on
Wednesday December 12
7:00 to 8:00 at CSR
• Town Meeting with Academic Intervention Specialist Joe Saia about our school’s “report card” and the implications.
• Help plan January’s Family Fun Night!
• Hear about our Winter Fundraiser -- Equal Exchange (Fair Trade) Coffee and Chocolate.
• Meet other parents, voice your concerns, and ask questions
Childcare available
Parents in the Lunchroom:
So far 13 parents have come in to spend lunch with their child and help out in the lunchroom. It really is great and helps. Please donate kids’ magazines and books, or paper and pencils, it helps the kids a lot after their lunch is finished.
Call Betsy Frarey for more info.
CSR staff is collecting donated items for families in need right in our school. Items needed include new or gently used winter clothing, jackets, shoes, boots, socks of all sizes. Mr. Abukar of the Somali Bantu Community Association has also made a list of needed items that includes sheets, blankets, boots and shoes, jackets, dishes, pillows, curtains, socks, diapers for children under 3, and grocery gift cards, Please give what you can. Donations can be brought to Ms. Barnes or Ms. Rice. Please see Ms. Rice to learn about a way to help feed families in need. Please give what
you can.
Need a ride to school for briefing, conference, or class performance?
Call Parent Liaison Mary Barnes to arrange for free taxi service.
Anyone can read and make comments to this blog. If you’d like to post new items, or if you’d like to receive the PTO newsletter electronically, please e-mail David Harrison.
Please send in ideas, photos, or anything you’d like to see in the newsletter or online.
PRINCIPAL’S CORNER
Another busy November has gone by and what a wonderful month of activities we had!
The International Dinner was spectacular and I kept looking around the Monroe Cafeteria thinking, “How did we ever fit this in at CSR?” I am always touched by the Thanksgiving luncheon; it’s another example of how we find the common thread amongst the cultural fabric here! None of our activities could take place if not for the many volunteers.
We also had our first band performance and I wasn’t the only one who had a few tears watching our children perform at briefings and concerts. On behalf of all the kids,
thanks to everyone who contributes to all we offer here.
Please come to the Town Meeting to hear the preliminary data from our “School Report Card” and the implications for the future for CSR. When the data is officially announced and no longer preliminary, we may be on the State’s “Watch List” and we will all need to understand and strategize in order to keep moving forward.
The Children’s School continues to be one of the few places where partnerships between staff and parents are sincere and productive. The workgroups are the governing bodies, and membership that includes parents and staff truly benefit the children who attend this school. We are in need of parents to serve on our six workgroups. Please call Mary Barnes or see me if you want more information on the
workgroups or if you can become a member.
Join us on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays from 8:55 to 9:15 for briefing. On December 14, rehearsal for our annual rendition of “What a Wonderful World” will start at 8:30
and we’ll sing it to the students during briefing.
Stay warm!
At the November meeting, school librarian Melissa Frost shared some of the great
online resources available for CSR staff, students and families. The school district
pays for these sites and the content is safe for kids. Go to the CSR library portal for more information. Did you know that the school has an online library catalog and that parents can borrow up to 5 books? Our kids are online, ask them to show you. Or stop by the library, and ask for a handout detailing available online resources.
Congratulations to CSR students for being third in the district for the technology
proficiency test – a great accomplishment!
The Children’s School Of Rochester
Parent Teacher Organization
Patty Polcyn , Co-chair
Carla Copper, Co-chair
Lisa Button, Secretary
Betsy Frarey, Treasurer
Nicole Rosen, Fundraising
Mary Barnes, Parent Liaison
Dave Harrison, Communications
All proceeds from our fundraisers support PTO events such as the International Dinner, Family Fun Night, Spring Picnic, as well as many classroom projects! Your hard work at fundraising helps all our children.
The PTO committee always welcomes your participation either as a committee member or one-time volunteer. If you are willing to help in any capacity, call any of the officers. Thank you!
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
November Newsletter
Parents, Guardians, Sponsors
Please join us!!!
CSR PTO meeting on
Wednesday November 14
7:00 to 8:00 at CSR
• CSR Librarian Melissa Frost will show parents some Web resources.
• Learn about the new CSR PTO blog.
• Meet other parents, voice your concerns, and ask questions.
Childcare is available.
Join a special CSR tradition of
Thanksgiving lunch
on Friday, November 16
The kids sing and sign a beautiful Thanksgiving song and the parents serve the kids lunch.
Other important upcoming dates:
Wed., 12/12/07: PTO Meeting, 7-8 pm @ Children’s School
Wed., 1/16/08: PTO Meeting, 7-8 pm @ Children’s School
Late January: Family Fun Night!!!
The International Dinner was a great success!
Thank you to all the parents, teachers, dancers, and especially Mrs. Cheri France for helping at the International Dinner. Also, thanks to our gracious hosts at Monroe High School. It was incredible, what a great night! We could not have these school events without your help!
All proceeds from our fundraisers support PTO events such as the International Dinner, Family Fun Night, Spring Picnic, as well as many classroom projects!
Watch for our upcoming Winter Fundraiser -- Equal Exchange (Fair Trade) Coffee and Chocolate.
Your hard work at fundraising helps all our children. The PTO committee always welcomes your participation either as a committee member or one-time volunteer. If you are willing to help in any capacity, call any of the officers. Thank you!
Parenting Library
The PTO has a parenting library. It’s not a place, it’s a collection of books. Please come to the next Parent-Teacher Organization meeting on November 14 to find out more!
Please join us!!!
CSR PTO meeting on
Wednesday November 14
7:00 to 8:00 at CSR
• CSR Librarian Melissa Frost will show parents some Web resources.
• Learn about the new CSR PTO blog.
• Meet other parents, voice your concerns, and ask questions.
Childcare is available.
Join a special CSR tradition of
Thanksgiving lunch
on Friday, November 16
The kids sing and sign a beautiful Thanksgiving song and the parents serve the kids lunch.
Other important upcoming dates:
Wed., 12/12/07: PTO Meeting, 7-8 pm @ Children’s School
Wed., 1/16/08: PTO Meeting, 7-8 pm @ Children’s School
Late January: Family Fun Night!!!
The International Dinner was a great success!
Thank you to all the parents, teachers, dancers, and especially Mrs. Cheri France for helping at the International Dinner. Also, thanks to our gracious hosts at Monroe High School. It was incredible, what a great night! We could not have these school events without your help!
All proceeds from our fundraisers support PTO events such as the International Dinner, Family Fun Night, Spring Picnic, as well as many classroom projects!
Watch for our upcoming Winter Fundraiser -- Equal Exchange (Fair Trade) Coffee and Chocolate.
Your hard work at fundraising helps all our children. The PTO committee always welcomes your participation either as a committee member or one-time volunteer. If you are willing to help in any capacity, call any of the officers. Thank you!
Parenting Library
The PTO has a parenting library. It’s not a place, it’s a collection of books. Please come to the next Parent-Teacher Organization meeting on November 14 to find out more!
Monday, October 29, 2007
Calendar
PTO meetings are informal. All parents, guardians, sponsors and staff are encouraged to attend. A typical meeting agenda includes a discussion of upcoming special events, reports from work groups, informational forums for parents, a fundraising update, and words from the Principal. Child care is provided. PTO meetings are held from 7:00-8:00 p.m. at the school. Please speak to one of the PTO officers if you need help with transportation. The following dates are subject to change. Please look for updates in the monthly PTO newsletter, which will be sent home in your child’s backpack.
Wednesday, September 26 PTO Meeting 7-8 pm Children’s School
Wednesday, October 17 PTO Meeting 7-8 pm Children’s School
Friday, November 2 International Dinner 5:30-8 pm Monroe High
Wednesday, November 14 PTO Meeting 7-8 pm Children’s School
Friday, November 16 Thanksgiving Luncheon 11-2 Children’s School
Wednesday, December 12 PTO Meeting 7-8 pm Children’s School
Wednesday, January 16 PTO Meeting 7-8 pm Children’s School
To be scheduled January Family Fun Night
Wednesday, February 13 PTO Meeting 7-8 pm Children’s School
Wednesday, March 12 PTO Meeting 7-8 pm Children’s School
Thursday, March 27 Open House TBA Children’s School
Wednesday, April 23 PTO Meeting 7-8 pm Children’s School
Wednesday, May 14 PTO Meeting 7-8 pm Children’s School
To be scheduled May Staff Appreciation TBA Children’s School
Wednesday, June 11 PTO Meeting 7-8 pm Children’s School
Friday, June 20 CSR Family Picnic 5-8 pm Genesee Valley Park
Wednesday, September 26 PTO Meeting 7-8 pm Children’s School
Wednesday, October 17 PTO Meeting 7-8 pm Children’s School
Friday, November 2 International Dinner 5:30-8 pm Monroe High
Wednesday, November 14 PTO Meeting 7-8 pm Children’s School
Friday, November 16 Thanksgiving Luncheon 11-2 Children’s School
Wednesday, December 12 PTO Meeting 7-8 pm Children’s School
Wednesday, January 16 PTO Meeting 7-8 pm Children’s School
To be scheduled January Family Fun Night
Wednesday, February 13 PTO Meeting 7-8 pm Children’s School
Wednesday, March 12 PTO Meeting 7-8 pm Children’s School
Thursday, March 27 Open House TBA Children’s School
Wednesday, April 23 PTO Meeting 7-8 pm Children’s School
Wednesday, May 14 PTO Meeting 7-8 pm Children’s School
To be scheduled May Staff Appreciation TBA Children’s School
Wednesday, June 11 PTO Meeting 7-8 pm Children’s School
Friday, June 20 CSR Family Picnic 5-8 pm Genesee Valley Park
Monday, October 15, 2007
October Newsletter
CSR-PTO
October 2007
PTO meeting on October 17, 2007, 7 to 8 pm
• Help plan the November 2 International Dinner and other CSR events
• Meet other CSR parents
• Voice your concerns
• Childcare available
_______________________________________________________________________
PRINCIPAL’S CORNER
Thanks to all of you who have visited, attended Meet the Teacher night and joined a workgroup or the PTO. The efforts of everyone help us do all that we do for our children. Please see Mary Barnes if you are interested in getting involved or have questions about any activities. We still need members for our workgroups, which is an excellent opportunity to shape CSR and help us stay true to our vision and mission. We also need parent coordinators for each grade level or homebase. Look for those forms to come home. It’s not too early to let Mary know that you are able to volunteer for the Thanksgiving luncheon.
I appreciate all the forms that are sent to you and the many requests for returning them. We started with all medical forms in and are working on getting all the lunch applications. For every application that is sent in, we receive monetary support in technology and other services. Even if you don’t want your child eating, please let us know that and we will document that on the application. Emergency forms are critical in order for us to reach you concerning your child. Update them throughout the year if you have changes in the information.
Thanks, Nicole and the PTO for sponsoring the fund raiser which is always a success and all the funds are spent directly on our children. Our International Dinner will be at Monroe High School this year. Many thanks to our neighbors for lending us their cafeteria. With so many people, food and activities, we needed more space. Dinner will start at 5:30. Look for flyers coming soon. Volunteers are needed for setting up, cleaning up and securing the assigned area.
Just a reminder that we do not celebrate Halloween at CSR. Children will bring home a letter and have it announced that costumes and candy are not allowed in school. Thank you in advance for your support and understanding.
_______________________________________________________________________
6th Grade Parents!!!
The RCSD 2007-2008 School Expo will be
Saturday, November 3,
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Sibley Center, 228 East Main Street
_______________________________________________________________________
The ever popular CSR International Dinner will be Friday, November 2
5:30 to 7:30 at Monroe High School (the other side of CSR)
_______________________________________________________________________
Facilities workgroup needs another parent. (Hmmmm…where should we put the jacuzzi?) Call Parent Liaison, Mary Barnes at 262-8830 if you are interested.
_______________________________________________________________________
The PTO parent library is now logically located in the CSR library! See the lovely and learned librarian, Melissa Frost.
_______________________________________________________________________
Come have lunch with your child in the CSR cafe. Call Betsy Frarey for more information: 473-8724 or 944-1043.
_______________________________________________________________________
Thank you, gracias, spasibo, Yaqhanyelay, Chezu ba and merci to all those who supported the PTO fundraiser! All funds help support classroom activities, field trips, and schoolwide events.
If you are interested in a CSR blog, speak to Dave Harrison or email him at HarrisonButton@frontiernet.net
If you would like to receive this newsletter electronically, email Nicole Rosen at NicoleRosen@rochester.rr.com
We have a new CSR family recently arrived from a warm climate. If you have gently used winter clothing sizes 4 to 12, please speak to Pat Townsend.
October 2007
PTO meeting on October 17, 2007, 7 to 8 pm
• Help plan the November 2 International Dinner and other CSR events
• Meet other CSR parents
• Voice your concerns
• Childcare available
_______________________________________________________________________
PRINCIPAL’S CORNER
Thanks to all of you who have visited, attended Meet the Teacher night and joined a workgroup or the PTO. The efforts of everyone help us do all that we do for our children. Please see Mary Barnes if you are interested in getting involved or have questions about any activities. We still need members for our workgroups, which is an excellent opportunity to shape CSR and help us stay true to our vision and mission. We also need parent coordinators for each grade level or homebase. Look for those forms to come home. It’s not too early to let Mary know that you are able to volunteer for the Thanksgiving luncheon.
I appreciate all the forms that are sent to you and the many requests for returning them. We started with all medical forms in and are working on getting all the lunch applications. For every application that is sent in, we receive monetary support in technology and other services. Even if you don’t want your child eating, please let us know that and we will document that on the application. Emergency forms are critical in order for us to reach you concerning your child. Update them throughout the year if you have changes in the information.
Thanks, Nicole and the PTO for sponsoring the fund raiser which is always a success and all the funds are spent directly on our children. Our International Dinner will be at Monroe High School this year. Many thanks to our neighbors for lending us their cafeteria. With so many people, food and activities, we needed more space. Dinner will start at 5:30. Look for flyers coming soon. Volunteers are needed for setting up, cleaning up and securing the assigned area.
Just a reminder that we do not celebrate Halloween at CSR. Children will bring home a letter and have it announced that costumes and candy are not allowed in school. Thank you in advance for your support and understanding.
_______________________________________________________________________
6th Grade Parents!!!
The RCSD 2007-2008 School Expo will be
Saturday, November 3,
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Sibley Center, 228 East Main Street
_______________________________________________________________________
The ever popular CSR International Dinner will be Friday, November 2
5:30 to 7:30 at Monroe High School (the other side of CSR)
_______________________________________________________________________
Facilities workgroup needs another parent. (Hmmmm…where should we put the jacuzzi?) Call Parent Liaison, Mary Barnes at 262-8830 if you are interested.
_______________________________________________________________________
The PTO parent library is now logically located in the CSR library! See the lovely and learned librarian, Melissa Frost.
_______________________________________________________________________
Come have lunch with your child in the CSR cafe. Call Betsy Frarey for more information: 473-8724 or 944-1043.
_______________________________________________________________________
Thank you, gracias, spasibo, Yaqhanyelay, Chezu ba and merci to all those who supported the PTO fundraiser! All funds help support classroom activities, field trips, and schoolwide events.
If you are interested in a CSR blog, speak to Dave Harrison or email him at HarrisonButton@frontiernet.net
If you would like to receive this newsletter electronically, email Nicole Rosen at NicoleRosen@rochester.rr.com
We have a new CSR family recently arrived from a warm climate. If you have gently used winter clothing sizes 4 to 12, please speak to Pat Townsend.
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