Mar. 22, 2019 Forest Ridge Forerunner

Fri, 03/22/2019 - 10:30am

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Student News...

We've got some catching up to do!  Congratulations to these students, who were our Eagle Egg winners for the following weeks:

3/15/19   Kelsi P., Hannah J. Feyi A., Natalie R., Khloe B., Van T.
3/8/19     Amie S., Jessica P., Isias T., Oumou K., Rebecca V., Diego R.
2/22/19   Zaria E., Avanna H., Ayaan M., Ethan M., Mackenzie C., Josue S.
2/15/19   Brandon R., Thang S., Adrianne F., Sophia J., Avirey W., Divah Y.
Great job!

Forest Ridge News...

Important Things to Know:
  • The office phones are answered 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
  • Students should arrive to school by 9:10 a.m. so that they are able to put their things away and be ready to start the day when the bell rings at 9:15.
  • Students go out for recess when the temperature with wind chill is 20 degrees or more.  Please make sure your child is dressed appropriately for the weather.
  • To get text alerts from FRES or HCPSS, you must opt in to receive those alerts. Text "YES" to 67587 from the cell number that is on file in HCPSS/Connect.
  • If your child's dismissal changes, due to a change in transportation, an after school class, etc., please email the teacher, and copy Dr. Varlack, Ms. Pazornik, Ms. Traini, Mrs. Jackson, and Mrs. Farrell.  All the emails can be found in the "Our Staff" section of our website.  We want to make sure the message is received!
  • Want to get a head start on next year's school suppliesClick here for the list.

Reminders from the Office - Thanks for your help!

  • Dismissal time gets very hectic in the office.  Please make every effort to pick children up no later than 3:15 for early dismissal.
  • If your student is participating in an extra-curricular activity before or after school, siblings should come to or leave from school in their usual way.
  • If you visit school for an activity and want to take your child home with you, please remember to sign them out in the office.

March is National Reading Month!

Week 4 (March 25 - 29) - Championship of reading competition and March Madness Reading Night (3/28 @ 6:00 - 7:30)  March 28th will be amazing at FRES!  We will have dress like a book character day and we will have March Madness Reading  Night!  https://youtu.be/fayV_jOqu7I

Did you know that parents can update their child’s family file at any point during the year?  Now would be a great time to go on and check to be sure nothing has changed. To review your child’s family file, go to https://www.hcpss.org/connect/.

Choose Civility 2019 Poster and Video Contest

Design a poster or create a video illustrating the theme. Use your imagination, creativity, and artistic talent to show how everyone is welcome in our school, neighborhood, and entire community. For full details, use this link http://choosecivility.org/2484-2/

Two Items from Mrs. Tordella
  • The spring spiritwear sale is underway.  Go to selectspiritwear.com and click on Forest Ridge Elementary School.  Paper order forms have also gone home.  All orders are due by March 28th.
  • The April 25th media book club forms are coming home.  We will be reading Hello, Universe by Erin Estrada Kelly.  Please see this link for more information.

Give Your Unwanted T-shirts A New Lease on Life

Less Plastic Please's mission is to reduce the use of single-use plastic in Howard County. To that end they have an on-going project to create reusable bags from unwanted t-shirts and to distribute them to local grocery stores.  A "Rags to Bags" collection box has been placed in the media center near the intermediate hallway so that we may supply LPP with the shirts they need to create reusable bags. This will be an on-going collection, so please check your closets and bureaus for unwanted t-shirts. They do not have to be in perfect condition.  Your donations will help change our throw-away culture into a sustainable one. Thank you!

Cleaning Out?  Donate your gently used or new sports equipment!

Forest Ridge is partnering with Leveling the Playing Field to run a collection drive, March 25-April 26.  Equipment may be dropped off in the FRES gym.  LPF collects donated sports equipment and redistributes it to low-income kids throughout Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia. All donations benefit needy schools, after school programs, and athletic leagues looking to engage their students in the physical and mental benefits of youth sports participation. LPF relies on used/excess sports donations from local communities to engage underprivileged children, so clean out your garages and basements of your new or gently used sporting equipment, and help LPF get more kids off the sidelines and into the game! Contact Mrs. Goodwin (janice_goodwin@hcpss.org) for questions about Forest Ridge’s collection.You may visit the website at www.levelingtheplayingfield.org to learn more about the organization.

HERO Boys

Hero Boys is a youth development and engagement program for boys in 3rd–5thgrades.  Using running as a base activity HERO Boys inspires boys to discover the character and courage that resides inside each one of them to be brave, stand for that which is right, and use their talents and strengths to lead and set the positive example amongst their peers.  The school-based program is 8 weeks long and culminates with the HERO Boys 5K at Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, including boys from all schools participating in the program.  TO REGISTER GO TO WWW.HEROBOYS.ORGFRES Contacts: Sam Cassard: Samuel_Cassard@hcpss.org  and Sarah Ports:   sarah_ports@hcpss.orgSeason Dates:  April 3rd - May 29th Days & Times: Wednesdays 3:45-4:45 pm at FRESFee : $75.00 *  (* assistance is available)Location of 5k: Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds on May 19th at 9:00 am

Patuxent Valley Middle School-Music at the Valley

Patuxent Valley Middle School-Music at the Valley Please join us on April 4, 2019 from 6:30pm to 8pm to help support the Patuxent Valley Middle School Music Department. PVMS will showcase their talents during a "Strolling Concert at the Valley" Listen to a variety of performances throughout the school from band, orchestra and chorus. Silent Auction and Raffle Sponsor student musicians Proceeds benefit the PVMS Music Department. If you would like to show your support please go to pvmsmusicboosters.weebly.com to learn more.

Attend a Free Screening of “Angst” and Discussion Around Anxiety in Youth, April 2, 4, 9, 10, 2019

Students and families are invited to a free documentary screening and panel discussion around anxiety in youth.https://news.hcpss.org/news-posts/2019/03/attend-a-free-screening-of-angst-and-discussion-around-anxiety-in-youth-april-2-4-9-10-2019/

The FRES 3rd, 4th and 5th grade Drama Club Proudly Presents...The Wonderful Wizard of Oz!

When: Friday, March 29th

Time: 7:00pm

Where: FRES Cafeteria

Cost:  $2.00 donation at the door

Thank you for your support!

"Newsies" at Reservoir High School  View the flyer here.

Watch DOGS

Our Watch DOGS dads this week were Mr. Coleman, Mr. Gregg, Mr. Inestroza Reyes, Mr. Mair, Mr. Walton, and Mr. Williams.  Thank you so much! If you are interested in supporting this awesome program by signing up for a day, or even part of a day, we are looking for YOU!! Simply copy the links included and paste them into your browser.   Keep in mind, you will also need to complete the Howard County child abuse and confidentiality training online, complete the certificate for each, and turn it in. Those links are also provided below.  Finally, to help make the Watch DOGS stand out while you are here, we encourage you to purchase a Watch DOGS t-shirt.  When you arrive at the school, you will be able to purchase one for $12 sizes S-XL, $14 for 2XL and $16 for 3XL  If we are out of that size we will order and and it will be sent home with your child as soon as it comes in.   You are also welcome to send in your money ahead of time and we will send your shirt home with your child right away.  Send your payment in an envelope with your name, child's name, teacher, and your shirt size.  If you have any questions don't hesitate to contact Craig Dorsey at dorseypremier@gmail.com or Jen Renkevens at trenkev@juno.com.

For Child Abuse- https://www.hcpss.org/f/employees/childabuse_ppt.pdf

CAMOM (Columbia Area Mothers of Multiples) 2019 Spring Consignment Sale

When: Saturday, March 30, 2019  8:00am until 1:00pm

Where: Cradlerock Elementary School, 6700 Cradlerock Way, Columbia Maryland  21045

20,000 new and gently used baby, kid and pregnancy items will be on sale that weekend! From clothes, to toys, and baby equipment... we have it all!Come shop and score some great deals! Admission is $1.00.CASH, CHECK, and CREDIT CARDS accepted for payment. Please note, all credit card purchases are a minimum of $25.00 spent.*NO BAGS ALLOWED.  We will provide large bags for your shopping convenience.*NO STROLLERS ALLOWED at this event due to space constraints!

VIP Passes available for just $20 (get in the sale 1/2 hour prior to the general public at 7:30am). Contact sales@camom.net to find out how to secure your VIP pass.Time Schedule:

7:15am:    Sale opens to CAMOM members (and other MoM Club members with proof of membership) only

7:30am:    Sale opens to VIP Pass holders

8:00am:    Sale opens to general public

11:30am:  Sale closes for re-set for half price sale

12:00pm:  Sale re-opens for half price sale on select items

1:00pm:    Sale ends!!

From Howard County Recreation and Parks:For Complete information on Before & After School classes, including how to Register, please go to  www.howardcountymd.gov/afterschool