Announcements:
We’re down to the last two days of the PTA’s annual class competition! Ms. Reymann’s class has taken the lead; just a few members behind are Ms. Manevitz’s class (currently second) and Ms. Rykoskey’s class (currently third). And several other classes are still close in the running. Simply complete and return the PTA membership form (click here) with payment to your child’s teacher by this Wednesday, October 31. The class with the most PTA members by October 31 will win an ice cream party from Carmen’s! Remember, PTA memberships are just $10 and they are not limited to parents: grandparents, other family members, friends, and neighbors can support the school by joining.

Attention Bakers!! We need your help! The PTA is hosting a Bake Sale on Election Day, Nov. 6. We need your help! Please donate goodies – cakes, cookies, brownies, cupcakes. The more we have, the better! (Place them in individual wrapping or baggies – two per bag; do not send in dishes that need to be returned) Don’t bake? We take CASH donations too! We also need people who can staff our table and sell the goodies! Drop goodies off in the school lobby on the morning of Nov. 6 (as early as you can). Email/text Gayle Hope at gaylejhope@gmail.com or 703-489-1131 to make other arrangements.

Parent Information Session/PTA meeting: We are excited to announce a special guest speaker for our Thursday, November 8, 2018 Glen Haven Parent Information Session/PTA meeting! Sarah B. Mallory, PhD is an Assistant Clinical Professor and the Director of Special Education Teacher Preparation Programs at University of Maryland. After spending 15 years working with children with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities, she has turned her attention to special education teacher preparation and program design. Dr. Mallory will be joining us to share strategies for “discussing different” in a manner that discourages ableism and promotes an inclusive school environment for all learners. She will also share how to shift to “person-first” ideology. Come with an open mind and your difficult questions as we learn more about disability, inclusion, and preparing our children to be members of a diverse and inclusive society. Mrs. Heifetz will also share an overview of the Special Education programs and services at Glen Haven. We hope all families will be able to join us! FREE pizza will be served at 6:30 PM and the presentation begins at 7:00 PM. Alphabest will provide supervision for children from 7-8PM. ***PTA meetings are hosted by the PTA and OPEN TO EVERYONE- membership is not required to attend!!***

International Night: International Night is less than a month away on Thursday, November 15th from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. We are excited to host another one of our famous fashion shows! We are equally excited to share that we will be sharing our family traditions and cultural cuisine in a new format. This year we will be inviting families to share cultural artifacts, including food, at tables that will be organized by country. Our students will have a chance to travel around the world in just one night by visiting many of the countries our community represents! Look out for more information in your child’s Wednesday folder this week.

Kids Helping Kids Food Drive: Once again this year, Glen Haven will be participating in the Kids Helping Kids Food Drive. Please donate any non-perishable items (peanut butter, macaroni and cheese, canned vegetables, rice, tuna fish, cereal, etc.) between October 1 – 31, 2018. The classroom that collects the most food (in items) will win an ice cream party. Food will be donated to families in Montgomery County, Md. Thank you for your support!

Giant A+ School Rewards programs has started! From September 7 to March 16, 2019, you can support Glen Haven Elementary School (up to two schools can be supported!):
• Visit http://www.giantfood.com and click REGISTER at to create your new online account, or
• Click on SIGN IN – MANAGE MY ACCOUNT – SAVINGS & REWARDS, to log on to your existing online account
• Once you are logged in to your account, you can select a school for A+ Rewards.
• You need your 12-digit GIANT CARD number found on the back of the card. If you have a GIANT CARD but do not know your number, call the GIANT CARD HOTLINE at 1-877-366-2668 and select Option #1. The representatives will be able to provide you your GIANT CARD number.
• If you need a GIANT CARD, please visit your local store to obtain one or visit http://www.giantfood.com and click on I NEED A GIANT CARD.

Other ways to help out the PTA:
• Help our PTA by purchasing items with the Box Tops for Education logo then clip and send them to school to be collected. The classroom that submits the most Box Tops each month will celebrate with a popcorn party and an overall winner will get a class pizza party at the end of the school year!
• Sign up for eScrip at http://www.escrip.com earn special savings for you and money for the Glen Haven PTA.
• Sign up and shop at http://www.smile.amazon.com. You’ll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate 0.5% of your purchase to the Glen Haven PTA.
• Register your Giant card at https://giantfood.com/school-rewards/. For each purchase that you make, Giant will donate to Glen Haven Elementary.

Class Dojo: Please make sure you set up a Class Dojo account for your child. Your child’s teacher has the information regarding how to set this up or you can click on this link- https://classdojo.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/205417305-Create-a-Parent-Account#web. The school uses Class Dojo for most communications so it is very important for you to have access to your child’s account and check for announcements daily.

Like us on Facebook! Glen Haven PTA @glenhavenpta (https://www.facebook.com/glenhavenpta/)
This Week and Next:
• November – Military Family month!
• November 6 – General Election Day— School closed
• November 7 – Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
• November 8 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
• November 9 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
Community Events and News:
October 20 to November 4 Kids EU Fest: The 11th Annual Kids Euro Festival will present more than 80 FREE children’s performances and adventures all around the DC-Metro area. Concerts, storytelling, puppetry, cinema, dance, magic, and workshops are among the offerings. And museums, public libraries, movie theaters, arts and cultural organizations, Library of Congress, the Kennedy Center, and other local theatres are some of the many performance venues, making the experiences accessible to families throughout the area and showcasing places that enrich and bolster the community.
The festival, designed for children ages 2-12, is the largest of its kind in the U.S. Most countries in the European Union are represented in shows and workshops that highlight national cultural traditions and art.
October 26th to November 11th 2018 Maryland STEM Festival: The mission of the Maryland STEM Festival is to encourage all students, regardless of background and experience, to take a greater interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) with the hope they will pursue a STEM related/focused career.
Fall events at Rock Creek Park: Join us in October as we celebrate Fall 2018 with special hikes, planetarium programs, and events. Our special planetarium show this month (scheduled for Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00 p.m.) is Spooky Night Sky. Admission is free.
Story Time at the National Postal Museum. Taking place every Monday, the program includes a book reading and activities for little ones in the museum’s education space. Stay to explore the rest of the museum, which is full of interactive exhibits that all ages can enjoy. Story Time is at 10:30am and repeated at 11am. Admission is free.

Local Libraries

(http://host.evanced.info/montgomerycountymd/evanced/eventcalendar)

Silver Spring Library
• Lego Weekend Play (Saturdays at 12:30 pm; Sundays at 1 pm)

• English Conversation Club (Mondays at 11:30 am)

• Lunchtime Yoga Flow (Tuesdays at 12 pm)

• Chess Club (Tuesdays at 3:30 pm)

• Baby Storytime (Tuesdays at 10:30 am and 11:30 am)

• Preschool Story Time (Tuesdays 1:30 pm)

• Toddler Story Time (Wednesdays at 10:30 am and 11:30 am)

• Homework Help (Thursdays at 6 pm)
Wheaton Library
• Me and You-kulele Sing-a-long (Thursdays 4 pm)

• Pajama Storytime (Mondays 6:30 pm)

• Toddler Storytime (Tuesdays at 10:30 am)

• Building Block Time (Mondays and Wednesdays at 9:30 am)
Kensington Park Library
Wednesday, October 30: Meet children’s author Susan Weiner . Local children’s author Susan Weiner will delight children ages 8-12 with poetry readings and pirate stories from her new book, Pirates and Spooks, Beware! Costumes are encouraged but not required.

• Storytime for Babies (Wednesdays at 10:30 am)

• Storytime for Toddlers and Preschoolers (Wednesdays at 11:15 am)

• Pajama Storytime (Mondays at 7 pm)
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Parent guides to the Elementary school curriculum:
https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/curriculum/elementary/guides.aspx

Montgomery Parks Programs and Activities – Montgomery County Recreation and Montgomery Parks have hundreds of exciting programs and classes to promote active and healthy lifestyles. For more information, visit ActiveMONTGOMERY (https://apm.activecommunities.com/montgomerycounty).

The MCPS Parent Academy – Sign up for FREE workshops at http://www.mcpsparentacademy.org

Student safety: As parents and caregivers, we often have questions about student safety. You can find information about how Montgomery County Public Schools approaches student safety at https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/publicinfo/community/school-year-2018-2019/Ensuring-Student-Safety.html
A Look Ahead:
• November 12 – Parent conferences; Early release day for all students; Take-a-Flake begins
• November 13 – Parent conferences; Early release day for all students
• November 15 – International Night (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
• November 20 – Report card distribution
• November 21 – Early release day for all students
• November 22 and 23 – Thanksgiving—Offices and schools closed
• November 23 – Coat Drive begins
• December 4 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
• December 7 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
• December 14 – Take-a-Flake gifts due
• December 17-21 – PBIS Spirit Week!
• December 20 – Winter Concert (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
• December 21 – Winter Concert/Sing-A-Long (9:30 am – 10:30 am); Winter Wonderland class parties (2 pm – 3:15 pm)
• December 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 31 – Winter Break—No school for students and teachers2019
• January 1 – New Year’s Day—Offices and schools closed
• January 4 – First semester SSL hours due
• January 8 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
• January 18 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
• January 21 – Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Day—Offices and schools closed
• January 25 – Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
• January 28 – Professional day for teachers; Coat Drive ends
• January 29- February 1 – The Great Kindness Challenge week
• February 4-8 – School Counseling week
• February 5 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
• February 6 – Report cards distributed
• February 8 – Drama Club Carnival (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
• February 14 – Valentine’s Day parties (2:30 pm – 3:15 pm)
• February 15 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
• February 18 – Presidents’ Day—Offices and schools closed
• March 1 – Military Caregiver month; Early release day for all students
• March 5 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
• March 15 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
• March 21 – Spring Academic Night/STEM Fair (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
• April 1 – Military Child month
• April 2 – Light It Up Blue (Autism Awareness Day); Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
• April 3 – Paraprofessional Appreciation Day; Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
• April 8-12 – PBIS Spirit Week
• April 10 – Drama Club parent meeting (7:30 pm – 8 pm)
• April 12 – Career Day (9:15 am – 11:15 am) ; STEAM Day (1:15 pm – 3:15 pm)
• April 16 – Report cards distributed
• April 17, 18, 19, 22 – Spring Break—No school for students and teachers; offices closed April 19 and 22
• April 24 – Secretaries’ Day
• April 25 – Take Your Child to Work Day
• April 26 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am); Volunteer Appreciation Brunch (10 am – 11 am)
• May 1 – National Military Appreciation month begins; School Principal’s Day
• May 6-10 – Children’s Mental Health Matters week; Teacher Appreciation week
• May 7 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
• May 8 – National School Nurse Day
• May 16 – Spring Concert (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
• May 24 – Drama Club performance (7 pm – 8:30 pm)
• May 27 – Memorial Day—Offices and schools closed
• May 31 – Drama Club performance (7 pm – 8:30 pm)
• June 4 — Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
• June 5 – Professional day for teachers
• June 6 – Field Day grades K-2
• June 7 – Field Day grades 3-5; second semester SSL hours due
• June 10 – PreK/PEP Promotion/Celebration (9:30 am – 10:30 am)
• June 11 – Kindergarten Promotion/Picnic (10 am – 11 am)
• June 12 – Grades 3-4 Awards/Picnic (9:30 am – 10:30 am); Grades 1-2 Awards (2 pm -3 pm); Grade 5 Promotion!
• June 13 – Last day of school for students! Early release day for all students
• June 14 – Professional day for teachers
• June 24 – Report cards mailed

Announcements:

PTA’s annual class competition is heating up!  Ms. Manevitz’s class is still in the lead, and we now have FOUR classes tied for second place: Ms. Kaspyrzyk, Ms. Pykosh, Ms. Reymann, and Ms. Talley! Many other classes are close behind. It’s still  anyone’s competition! The class with the most PTA members by the end of October will win an ice cream party from Carmen’s! Please help your children(s) class(es) win by submitting a membership and encouraging others to do so! Memberships are just $10 and they are not limited to parents: grandparents, other family members, friends, and neighbors can support the school by joining. Simply complete and return the membership form (click here) with payment to your child’s teacher. October 31 is just over a week away, so don’t delay!

Parent Information Session/PTA meeting: We are excited to announce a special guest speaker for our Thursday, November 8, 2018 Glen Haven Parent Information Session/PTA meeting! Sarah B. Mallory, PhD is an Assistant Clinical Professor and the Director of Special Education Teacher Preparation Programs at University of Maryland.  After spending 15 years working with children with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities, she has turned her attention to special education teacher preparation and program design.  Dr. Mallory will be joining us to share strategies for “discussing different” in a manner that discourages ableism and promotes an inclusive school environment for all learners. She will also share how to shift to “person-first” ideology. Come with an open mind and your difficult questions as we learn more about disability, inclusion, and preparing our children to be members of a diverse and inclusive society.   Mrs. Heifetz will also share an overview of the Special Education programs and services at Glen Haven.  We hope all families will be able to join us! FREE pizza will be served at 6:30 PM and the presentation begins at 7:00 PM. Alphabest will provide supervision for children from 7-8PM. ***PTA meetings are hosted by the PTA and OPEN TO EVERYONE- membership is not required to attend!!***

International Night: International Night is les than a month away on Thursday, November 15th from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.  We are excited to host another one of our famous fashion shows!  We are equally excited to share that we will be sharing our family traditions and cultural cuisine in a new format.  This year we will be inviting families to share cultural artifacts, including food, at tables that will be organized by country.  Our students will have a chance to travel around the world in just one night by visiting many of the countries our community represents!  Look out for more information in your child’s Wednesday folder this week.

Kids Helping Kids Food Drive: Once again this year, Glen Haven will be participating in the Kids Helping Kids Food Drive.  Please donate any non-perishable items (peanut butter, macaroni and cheese, canned vegetables, rice, tuna fish, cereal, etc.) between October 1 – 31, 2018.  The classroom that collects the most food (in items) will win an ice cream party.  Food will be donated to families in Montgomery County, Md.  Thank you for your support!

Giant A+ School Rewards programs has started! From September 7 to March 16, 2019, you can support Glen Haven Elementary School (up to two schools can be supported!):

o      Visit www.giantfood.com and click REGISTER at to create your new online account, or click on SIGN IN – MANAGE MY ACCOUNT – SAVINGS & REWARDS, to log on to your existing online account

o      Once you are logged in to your account, you can select a school for A+ Rewards.

o      You need your 12-digit GIANT CARD number found on the back of the card.  If you have a GIANT CARD but do not know your number, call the GIANT CARD HOTLINE at 1-877-366-2668 and select Option #1.  The representatives will be able to provide you your GIANT CARD number.

o      If you need a GIANT CARD, please visit your local store to obtain one or visit www.giantfood.com and click on I NEED A GIANT CARD.

 

Other ways to help out the PTA:

• Help our PTA by purchasing items with the Box Tops for Education logo then clip and send them to school to be collected.  The classroom that submits the most Box Tops each month will celebrate with a popcorn party and an overall winner will get a class pizza party at the end of the school year!
• Sign up for eScrip at www.escrip.com earn special savings for you and money for the Glen Haven PTA.
• Sign up and shop at www.smile.amazon.com. You’ll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com,  with the added bonus that Amazon will donate 0.5% of your purchase to the Glen Haven PTA.
• Register your Giant card at https://giantfood.com/school-rewards/.  For each purchase that you make, Giant will donate to Glen Haven Elementary.

Class Dojo:  Please make sure you set up a Class Dojo account for your child.  Your child’s teacher has the information regarding how to set this up or you can click on this link- https://classdojo.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/205417305-Create-a-Parent-Account#web. The school uses Class Dojo for most communications so it is very important for you to have access to your child’s account and check for announcements daily.

 Like us on Facebook!  Glen Haven PTA @glenhavenpta (https://www.facebook.com/glenhavenpta/)

This Week and Next:

• October 22 to 26 – Red Ribbon week
• October 26 – Fall Fest 1:45 pm – 3:15 pm
• November – Military Family month!

Community Events and News:

October 20 to November 4 Kids EU Fest: The 11th Annual Kids Euro Festival will present more than 80 FREE children’s performances and adventures all around the DC-Metro area. Concerts, storytelling, puppetry, cinema, dance, magic, and workshops are among the offerings. And museums, public libraries, movie theaters, arts and cultural organizations, Library of Congress, the Kennedy Center, and other local theatres are some of the many performance venues, making the experiences accessible to families throughout the area and showcasing places that enrich and bolster the community. The festival, designed for children ages 2-12, is the largest of its kind in the U.S. Most countries in the European Union are represented in shows and workshops that highlight national cultural traditions and art.

October 26th to November 11th 2018 Maryland STEM Festival:  The mission of the Maryland STEM Festival is to encourage all students, regardless of background and experience, to take a greater interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) with the hope they will pursue a STEM related/focused career.

Saturday October 27 SOS Guided Tours: Save Our Seminary conducts public guided tours of the National Park Seminary from March through November on the fourth Saturday of the month, rain or shine.  While walking the property, the guides present the Seminary’s buildings, statues, and landscape features in their historical and social context. The stunning ballroom and other unique interior spaces are included in the tour.  Tours begin at 1:00 pm and last about 2 hours, mostly outside on paved paths. Some stair climbing is involved; an elevator is available if needed. Cjildren 12 and under are free ($5 per person). Tours start in front of the historic gymnasium at 2747 Linden Lane, Silver Spring.  Park on Linden Lane or as directed by SOS members at Cassedy and Linden.

Saturday October 27 Spooktacular Celebration and Open House: All ages, family-friendly event from 3 to 5 p.m. Join us for live music from private music students, mask making, theater performance by We Happy Few, treats galore and more. Costumes encouraged! FREE Capitol Hill Arts Workshop, Washington, DC.

Fall events at Rock Creek Park: Join us in October as we celebrate Fall 2018 with special hikes, planetarium programs, and events. Our special planetarium show this month (scheduled for Saturdays and Sundays at 1 :00 p.m.) is Spooky Night Sky. Admission is free.

• Mondays: Go to Story Time at the National Postal Museum. Taking place every Monday, the program includes a book reading and activities for little ones in the museum’s education space. Stay to explore the rest of the museum, which is full of interactive exhibits that all ages can enjoy. Story Time is at 10:30am and repeated at 11am. Admission is free.

Local Libraries (http://host.evanced.info/montgomerycountymd/evanced/eventcalendar)

 Silver Spring Library

• Lego Weekend Play (Saturdays at 12:30 pm; Sundays at 1 pm)
• English Conversation Club (Mondays at 11:30 am)
• Lunchtime Yoga Flow (Tuesdays at 12 pm)
• Chess Club (Tuesdays at 3:30 pm)
• Baby Storytime (Tuesdays at 10:30 am and 11:30 am)
• Preschool Story Time (Tuesdays 1:30 pm)
• Toddler Story Time (
• Wednesdays at 10:30 am and 11:30 am)Homework Help (Thursdays at 6 pm)

 Wheaton Library

• Me and You-kulele Sing-a-long (Thursdays 4 pm)
• Pajama Storytime (Mondays 6:30 pm)
• Toddler Storytime (Tuesdays at 10:30 am)
• Building Block Time (Mondays and Wednesdays at 9:30 am)

Kensington Park Library 

Wednesday, October 30: Meet children’s author Susan Weiner . Local children’s author Susan Weiner will delight children ages 8-12 with poetry readings and pirate stories from her new book, Pirates and Spooks, Beware! Costumes are encouraged but not required.

• Storytime for Babies (Wednesdays at 10:30 am)
• Storytime for Toddlers and Preschoolers  (Wednesdays at 11:15 am)
• Pajama Storytime (Mondays at 7 pm)

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Parent guides to the Elementary school curriculum: https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/curriculum/elementary/guides.aspx

Montgomery Parks Programs and Activities – Montgomery County Recreation and Montgomery Parks have hundreds of exciting programs and classes to promote active and healthy lifestyles. For more information, visit ActiveMONTGOMERY (https://apm.activecommunities.com/montgomerycounty).
The MCPS Parent Academy – Sign up for FREE workshops at www.mcpsparentacademy.org

Student safety: As parents and caregivers, we often have questions about student safety.  You can find information about how Montgomery County Public Schools approaches student safety at https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/publicinfo/community/school-year-2018-2019/Ensuring-Student-Safety.html

A Look Ahead:

• • November 6 –  General Election Day— School closed
  • November 7 – Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
  • November 8 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • November 9 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • November 12 – Parent conferences; Early release day for all students; Take-a-Flake begins
  • November 13 – Parent conferences; Early release day for all students
  • November 15 –  International Night (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • November 20 –  Report card distribution
  • November 21 – Early release day for all students
  • November 22 and 23 – Thanksgiving—Offices and schools closed
  • November 23 – Coat Drive begins
  • December 4 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • December 7 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • December 14 – Take-a-Flake gifts due
  • December 17-21 – PBIS Spirit Week!
  • December 20 – Winter Concert (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • December 21 – Winter Concert/Sing-A-Long (9:30 am – 10:30 am); Winter Wonderland class parties (2 pm – 3:15 pm)
  • December 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 31 – Winter Break—No school for students and teachers
  • January 1, 2019 – New Year’s Day—Offices and schools closed
  • January 4 – First semester SSL hours due
  • January 8 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • January 18 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • January 21 – Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Day—Offices and schools closed
  • January 25 – Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
  • January 28 – Professional day for teachers; Coat Drive ends
  • January 29- February 1 – The Great Kindness Challenge week
  • February 4-8 – School Counseling week
  • February 5 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • February 6 – Report cards distributed
  • February 8 – Drama Club Carnival (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • February 14 – Valentine’s Day parties (2:30 pm – 3:15 pm)
  • February 15 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • February 18 – Presidents’ Day—Offices and schools closed
  • March 1 – Military Caregiver month;  Early release day for all students
  • March 5 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • March 15 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • March 21 – Spring Academic Night/STEM Fair (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • April 1 – Military Child month
  • April 2 – Light It Up Blue (Autism Awareness Day); Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • April 3 –  Paraprofessional Appreciation Day; Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
  • April 8-12 – PBIS Spirit Week
  • April 10 – Drama Club parent meeting (7:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • April 12 – Career Day (9:15 am – 11:15 am) ; STEAM Day (1:15 pm – 3:15 pm)
  • April 16 – Report cards distributed
  • April 17, 18, 19, 22 – Spring Break—No school for students and teachers; offices closed April 19 and 22
  • April 24 – Secretaries’ Day
  • April 25 – Take Your Child to Work Day
  • April 26 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am); Volunteer Appreciation Brunch (10 am – 11 am)
  • May 1 – National Military Appreciation month begins; School Principal’s Day
  • May 6-10 – Children’s Mental Health Matters week; Teacher Appreciation week
  • May 7 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • May 8 – National School Nurse Day
  • May 16 – Spring Concert (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • May 24 – Drama Club performance (7 pm – 8:30 pm)
  • May 27 – Memorial Day—Offices and schools closed
  • May 31 – Drama Club performance (7 pm – 8:30 pm)
  • June 4 — Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • June 5 – Professional day for teachers
  • June 6 – Field Day grades K-2
  • June 7 – Field Day grades 3-5; second semester SSL hours due
  • June 10 – PreK/PEP Promotion/Celebration (9:30 am – 10:30 am)
  • June 11 – Kindergarten Promotion/Picnic (10 am – 11 am)
  • June 12 – Grades 3-4 Awards/Picnic (9:30 am – 10:30 am); Grades 1-2 Awards (2 pm -3 pm); Grade 5 Promotion!
  • June 13 – Last day of school for students! Early release day for all students
  • June 14 – Professional day for teachers
  • June 24 – Report cards mailed

Announcements:

Scholastic Book Fair: The Scholastic Book Fair is this week!  Join us Monday through Thursday 8:40am-3pm, Thursday during Academic Night and Friday 8:40am-11am to find exciting books for your students. With any purchase over $1, get a ticket to win a basket with a selection of items from the fair!  Students can vote for their favorite books at the fair and the most popular ones will be donated to the school’s media center!

Breakfast at the Book Fair! Join us for Breakfast at the Book Fair Wednesday morning 8:30-9am!  Drop by before or after you drop off your student(s) to check out what the Book Fair has to offer this fall.  We’ll have some small breakfast treats and coffee available.

Spirit Week: It’s Math Spirit Week this week!

• Monday: Doubles/Multiples Day. We’re seeing doubles and multiples! Dress like a twin.
• Tuesday: Math Mindset/Mental Health Day.  Your mental health matters! Wear green today.
• Wednesday: Odd Day.  Things look a little “odd”… Wear mismatched clothes!
• Thursday: Nifty Number Digit Day.  Wear clothes that have a number on them.
• Friday: Pattern Palooza.  Stripes, polka dots, checkered… wear any kind of pattern!

Academic Night:  Glen Haven’s Fall Academic Night is this Thursday October 18.  This is a fun learning-filled night for Glen Haven families with reading games, math puzzles, games, and other projects as well as and successful strategies to help children becoming life-long readers. The whole family can participate in hands-on activities that make math and reading fun.  We’ll see you there!

 Win an ice cream party! It’s time for PTA’s annual class competition- The class with the most PTA members by the end of October will win an ice cream party from Carmen’s!  Please help your children(s) class(es) win by submitting a membership and encouraging others to do so! Memberships are just $10 and they are not limited to parents: grandparents, other family members, friends, and neighbors can support the school by joining!  Simply complete and return the membership form with payment to your child’s teacher (click https://ghespta.org/2018/10/10/2018-2019-membership-form/)

 International Night: International Night is just a month away on Thursday, November 15th from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.  We are excited to host another one of our famous fashion shows!  We are equally excited to share that we will be sharing our family traditions and cultural cuisine in a new format.  This year we will be inviting families to share cultural artifacts, including food, at tables that will be organized by country.  Our students will have a chance to travel around the world in just one night by visiting many of the countries our community represents!  Look out for more information in your child’s Wednesday folder this week.

Kids Helping Kids Food Drive: Once again this year, Glen Haven will be participating in the Kids Helping Kids Food Drive.  Please donate any non-perishable items (peanut butter, macaroni and cheese, canned vegetables, rice, tuna fish, cereal, etc.) between October 1 – 31, 2018.  The classroom that collects the most food (in items) will win an ice cream party.  Food will be donated to families in Montgomery County, Md.  Thank you for your support!

Giant A+ School Rewards programs has started! From September 7 to March 16, 2019, you can support Glen Haven Elementary School (up to two schools can be supported!):

o Visit www.giantfood.com and click REGISTER at to create your new online account, or

• Click on SIGN IN – MANAGE MY ACCOUNT – SAVINGS & REWARDS, to log on to your existing online account

o Once you are logged in to your account, you can select a school for A+ Rewards.

o You need your 12-digit GIANT CARD number found on the back of the card.  If you have a GIANT CARD but do not know your number, call the GIANT CARD HOTLINE at 1-877-366-2668 and select Option #1.  The representatives will be able to provide you your GIANT CARD number.

o If you need a GIANT CARD, please visit your local store to obtain one or visit www.giantfood.com and click on I NEED A GIANT CARD.

 Other ways to help out the PTA:

• Help our PTA by purchasing items with the Box Tops for Education logo then clip and send them to school to be collected.  The classroom that submits the most Box Tops each month will celebrate with a popcorn party and an overall winner will get a class pizza party at the end of the school year!
• Sign up for eScrip at www.escrip.com earn special savings for you and money for the Glen Haven PTA.
• Sign up and shop at www.smile.amazon.com. You’ll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com,  with the added bonus that Amazon will donate 0.5% of your purchase to the Glen Haven PTA.
• Register your Giant card at https://giantfood.com/school-rewards/.  For each purchase that you make, Giant will donate to Glen Haven Elementary.

Class Dojo:  Please make sure you set up a Class Dojo account for your child.  Your child’s teacher has the information regarding how to set this up or you can click on this link- https://classdojo.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/205417305-Create-a-Parent-Account#web. The school uses Class Dojo for most communications so it is very important for you to have access to your child’s account and check for announcements daily.

Like us on Facebook!  Glen Haven PTA @glenhavenpta (https://www.facebook.com/glenhavenpta/)

 

This Week and Next:

• October 18 – Fall Academic Night (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
• October 22 to 26 – Red Ribbon week
• October 26 – Fall Fest 1:45 pm – 3:15 pm

 

Community Events and News:

• Mondays: Go to Story Time at the National Postal Museum. Taking place every Monday, the program includes a book reading and activities for little ones in the museum’s education space. Stay to explore the rest of the museum, which is full of interactive exhibits that all ages can enjoy. Story Time is at 10:30am and repeated at 11am. Admission is free.

Local Libraries (http://host.evanced.info/montgomerycountymd/evanced/eventcalendar)

 Silver Spring Library

•  Lego Weekend Play (Saturdays at 12:30 pm; Sundays at 1 pm)
• English Conversation Club (Mondays at 11:30 am)
• Lunchtime Yoga Flow (Tuesdays at 12 pm)
• Baby Storytime (Tuesdays at 10:30 am and 11:30 am)
• Preschool Story Time (Tuesdays 1:30 PM)
• Toddler Story Time (Wednesdays at 10:30 AM and 11:30 am)
• Homework Help (Thursdays at 6 pm)

Wheaton Library

• Me and You-kulele Sing-a-long (Thursdays 4 pm)
• Pajama Storytime (Mondays 6:30 pm)
• Toddler Storytime (Tuesdays at 10:30 am)
• Building Block Time (Mondays and Wednesdays at 9:30 am)

Kensington Park Library

• Storytime for Babies (Wednesdays at 10:30 am)
• Storytime for Toddlers and Preschoolers  (Wednesdays at 11:15 am)
• Pajama Storytime (Mondays at 7 pm)

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Parent guides to the Elementary school curriculum: https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/curriculum/elementary/guides.aspx

Montgomery Parks Programs and Activities – Montgomery County Recreation and Montgomery Parks have hundreds of exciting programs and classes to promote active and healthy lifestyles. For more information, visit ActiveMONTGOMERY (https://apm.activecommunities.com/montgomerycounty).

The MCPS Parent Academy – Sign up for FREE workshops at www.mcpsparentacademy.org

Student safety: As parents and caregivers, we often have questions about student safety.  You can find information about how Montgomery County Public Schools approaches student safety at https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/publicinfo/community/school-year-2018-2019/Ensuring-Student-Safety.html

A Look Ahead:

• • November – Military Family month!
  • November 6 –  General Election Day— School closed
  • November 7 – Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
  • November 8 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • November 9 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • November 12 – Parent conferences; Early release day for all students; Take-a-Flake begins
  • November 13 – Parent conferences; Early release day for all students
  • November 15 –  International Night (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • November 20 –  Report card distribution
  • November 21 – Early release day for all students
  • November 22 and 23 – Thanksgiving—Offices and schools closed
  • November 23 – Coat Drive begins
  • December 4 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • December 7 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • December 14 – Take-a-Flake gifts due
  • December 17-21 – PBIS Spirit Week!
  • December 20 – Winter Concert (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • December 21 – Winter Concert/Sing-A-Long (9:30 am – 10:30 am); Winter Wonderland class parties (2 pm – 3:15 pm)
  • December 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 31 – Winter Break—No school for students and teachers2019
  • January 1 – New Year’s Day—Offices and schools closed
  • January 4 – First semester SSL hours due
  • January 8 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • January 18 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • January 21 – Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Day—Offices and schools closed
  • January 25 – Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
  • January 28 – Professional day for teachers; Coat Drive ends
  • January 29- February 1 – The Great Kindness Challenge week
  • February 4-8 – School Counseling week
  • February 5 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • February 6 – Report cards distributed
  • February 8 – Drama Club Carnival (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • February 14 – Valentine’s Day parties (2:30 pm – 3:15 pm)
  • February 15 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • February 18 – Presidents’ Day—Offices and schools closed
  • March 1 – Military Caregiver month;  Early release day for all students
  • March 5 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • March 15 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • March 21 – Spring Academic Night/STEM Fair (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • April 1 – Military Child month
  • April 2 – Light It Up Blue (Autism Awareness Day); Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • April 3 –  Paraprofessional Appreciation Day; Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
  • April 8-12 – PBIS Spirit Week
  • April 10 – Drama Club parent meeting (7:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • April 12 – Career Day (9:15 am – 11:15 am) ; STEAM Day (1:15 pm – 3:15 pm)
  • April 16 – Report cards distributed
  • April 17, 18, 19, 22 – Spring Break—No school for students and teachers; offices closed April 19 and 22
  • April 24 – Secretaries’ Day
  • April 25 – Take Your Child to Work Day
  • April 26 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am); Volunteer Appreciation Brunch (10 am – 11 am)
  • May 1 – National Military Appreciation month begins; School Principal’s Day
  • May 6-10 – Children’s Mental Health Matters week; Teacher Appreciation week
  • May 7 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • May 8 – National School Nurse Day
  • May 16 – Spring Concert (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • May 24 – Drama Club performance (7 pm – 8:30 pm)
  • May 27 – Memorial Day—Offices and schools closed
  • May 31 – Drama Club performance (7 pm – 8:30 pm)
  • June 4 — Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • June 5 – Professional day for teachers
  • June 6 – Field Day grades K-2
  • June 7 – Field Day grades 3-5; second semester SSL hours due
  • June 10 – PreK/PEP Promotion/Celebration (9:30 am – 10:30 am)
  • June 11 – Kindergarten Promotion/Picnic (10 am – 11 am)
  • June 12 – Grades3-4 Awards/Picnic (9:30 am – 10:30 am); Grades 1-2 Awards (2 pm -3 pm); Grade 5 Promotion!
  • June 13 – Last day of school for students! Early release day for all students
  • June 14 – Professional day for teachers
  • June 24 – Report cards mailed

 

 

 

Glen Haven Weekly Scoop: Week of October 8
Announcements:
Kids Helping Kids Food Drive: Once again this year, Glen Haven will be participating in the Kids Helping Kids Food Drive.  Please donate any non-perishable items (peanut butter, macaroni and cheese, canned vegetables, rice, tuna fish, cereal, etc.) between October 1 – 31, 2018.  The classroom that collects the most food (in items) will win an ice cream party.  Food will be donated to families in Montgomery County, Md.  Thank you for your support!

 

New car-rider dismissal process: Beginning next Monday, October 8, GHES will begin a new car-rider dismissal process. All drivers will stay in their cars and your children will be brought to the curb at the designated pick-up area marked by cones.  This will be a change and your support and patience is appreciated!

 

Family Movie Night: On Friday October 12, come join us for Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation!  Free admission. Concessions will be for sale. Wear your PJs and bring a blanket to sit on. Doors open at 6:30pm and movie starts at 7pm. Sponsored by the Glen Haven Elementary PTA. This is not a drop off event, a parent or guardian must be present.

 

Scholastic Book Fair: Our Scholastic Book Fair is next week! The fair will be open Monday through Thursday 8:40am-3pm, Thursday during Academic Night and Friday 8:40am-11am.  With any purchase over $1, get a ticket to win a basket with a selection of items from the fair!

 

Giant A+ School Rewards programs has started! From September 7 to March 16, 2019, you can support Glen Haven Elementary School (up to two schools can be supported!):

o      Visit www.giantfood.com and click REGISTER at to create your new online account, or

• Click on SIGN IN – MANAGE MY ACCOUNT – SAVINGS & REWARDS, to log on to your existing online account

o      Once you are logged in to your account, you can select a school for A+ Rewards.

o      You need your 12-digit GIANT CARD number found on the back of the card.  If you have a GIANT CARD but do not know your number, call the GIANT CARD HOTLINE at 1-877-366-2668 and select Option #1.  The representatives will be able to provide you your GIANT CARD number.

o      If you need a GIANT CARD, please visit your local store to obtain one or visit www.giantfood.com and click on I NEED A GIANT CARD.

 

Other ways to help out the PTA:

• Help our PTA by purchasing items with the Box Tops for Education logo then clip and send them to school to be collected.  The classroom that submits the most Box Tops each month will celebrate with a popcorn party and an overall winner will get a class pizza party at the end of the school year!
• Sign up for eScrip at www.escrip.com earn special savings for you and money for the Glen Haven PTA.
• Sign up and shop at www.smile.amazon.com. You’ll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com,  with the added bonus that Amazon will donate 0.5% of your purchase to the Glen Haven PTA.
• Register your Giant card at https://giantfood.com/school-rewards/.  For each purchase that you make, Giant will donate to Glen Haven Elementary.

 

Class Dojo:  Please make sure you set up a Class Dojo account for your child.  Your child’s teacher has the information regarding how to set this up or you can click on this link- https://classdojo.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/205417305-Create-a-Parent-Account#web. The school uses Class Dojo for most communications so it is very important for you to have access to your child’s account and check for announcements daily.

 

Like us on Facebook!  Glen Haven PTA @glenhavenpta (https://www.facebook.com/glenhavenpta/)

 

This Week and Next:

• October  12 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
• October 18 – Fall Academic Night (6:30 pm – 8 pm)

 

 

Community Events and News:

 

• October 13 and 14- The Bethesda Row Arts Festival is recognized as one of the top fine arts festivals in the United States. For two days, on Saturday and Sunday, October 13 and 14, 2018, the streets of downtown Bethesda are transformed into an outdoor gallery of arts and crafts. Over 190 selected artists will showcase their museum quality works of all different types, including: ceramics, drawings, fabrics, glass, graphics, jewelry, metalwork, paintings, pastels, photography, printmaking, sculpture, wood, and 2D and 3D mixed media. The event is held rain or shine. Bethesda Row is located on Woodmont and Bethesda Avenues, Elm Street and Bethesda Lane, east of Arlington Road, and is within walking distance from the Bethesda Metro station. Free parking garages are also located around the site. Admission is free. More information is available at http://www.bethesdarowarts.org.
• Mondays

• Go to Story Time at the National Postal Museum. Taking place every Monday, the program includes a book reading and activities for little ones in the museum’s education space. Stay to explore the rest of the museum, which is full of interactive exhibits that all ages can enjoy. Story Time is at 10:30am and repeated at 11am. Admission is free.

 
Local Libraries (http://host.evanced.info/montgomerycountymd/evanced/eventcalendar)

 

Silver Spring Library

 

Lego Weekend Play (Saturdays at 12:30 pm; Sundays at 1 pm)

 

English Conversation Club (Mondays at 11:30 am)

 

Lunchtime Yoga Flow (Tuesdays at 12 pm)

 

Baby Storytime (Tuesdays at 10:30 am and 11:30 am)

 

Preschool Story Time (Tuesdays 1:30 PM)

 

Toddler Story Time (Wednesdays at 10:30 AM and 11:30 am)

 

Homework Help (Thursdays at 6 pm)

 

 

Wheaton Library

Me and You-kulele Sing-a-long (Thursdays 4 pm)

 

Pajama Storytime (Mondays 6:30 pm)

 

Toddler Storytime (Tuesdays at 10:30 am)

 

Building Block Time (Mondays and Wednesdays at 9:30 am)

 

 

Kensington Park Library

Storytime for Babies (Wednesdays at 10:30 am)

 

Storytime for Toddlers and Preschoolers  (Wednesdays at 11:15 am)

 

Pajama Storytime (Mondays at 7 pm)

 

 

Parent guides to the Elementary school curriculum:

https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/curriculum/elementary/guides.aspx

 

Montgomery Parks Programs and Activities – Montgomery County Recreation and Montgomery Parks have hundreds of exciting programs and classes to promote active and healthy lifestyles. For more information, visit ActiveMONTGOMERY (https://apm.activecommunities.com/montgomerycounty).
The MCPS Parent Academy – Sign up for FREE workshops at www.mcpsparentacademy.org

 

Student safety: As parents and caregivers, we often have questions about student safety.  You can find information about how Montgomery County Public Schools approaches student safety at https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/publicinfo/community/school-year-2018-2019/Ensuring-Student-Safety.html

 

 

A Look Ahead:

• • October 22 to 26 – Red Ribbon week
  • October 26 – Fall Fest 1:45 pm – 3:15 pm
  • November – Military Family month!
  • November 6 –  General Election Day— School closed
  • November 7 – Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
  • November 8 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • November 9 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • November 12 – Parent conferences; Early release day for all students; Take-a-Flake begins
  • November 13 – Parent conferences; Early release day for all students
  • November 15 –  International Night (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • November 20 –  Report card distribution
  • November 21 – Early release day for all students
  • November 22 and 23 – Thanksgiving—Offices and schools closed
  • November 23 – Coat Drive begins
  • December 4 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • December 7 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • December 14 – Take-a-Flake gifts due
  • December 17-21 – PBIS Spirit Week!
  • December 20 – Winter Concert (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • December 21 – Winter Concert/Sing-A-Long (9:30 am – 10:30 am); Winter Wonderland class parties (2 pm – 3:15 pm)
  • December 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 31 – Winter Break—No school for students and teachers2019
  • January 1 – New Year’s Day—Offices and schools closed
  • January 4 – First semester SSL hours due
  • January 8 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • January 18 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • January 21 – Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Day—Offices and schools closed
  • January 25 – Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
  • January 28 – Professional day for teachers; Coat Drive ends
  • January 29- February 1 – The Great Kindness Challenge week
  • February 4-8 – School Counseling week
  • February 5 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • February 6 – Report cards distributed
  • February 8 – Drama Club Carnival (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • February 14 – Valentine’s Day parties (2:30 pm – 3:15 pm)
  • February 15 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • February 18 – Presidents’ Day—Offices and schools closed
  • March 1 – Military Caregiver month;  Early release day for all students
  • March 5 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • March 15 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • March 21 – Spring Academic Night/STEM Fair (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • April 1 – Military Child month
  • April 2 – Light It Up Blue (Autism Awareness Day); Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • April 3 –  Paraprofessional Appreciation Day; Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
  • April 8-12 – PBIS Spirit Week
  • April 10 – Drama Club parent meeting (7:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • April 12 – Career Day (9:15 am – 11:15 am) ; STEAM Day (1:15 pm – 3:15 pm)
  • April 16 – Report cards distributed
  • April 17, 18, 19, 22 – Spring Break—No school for students and teachers; offices closed April 19 and 22
  • April 24 – Secretaries’ Day
  • April 25 – Take Your Child to Work Day
  • April 26 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am); Volunteer Appreciation Brunch (10 am – 11 am)
  • May 1 – National Military Appreciation month begins; School Principal’s Day
  • May 6-10 – Children’s Mental Health Matters week; Teacher Appreciation week
  • May 7 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • May 8 – National School Nurse Day
  • May 16 – Spring Concert (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • May 24 – Drama Club performance (7 pm – 8:30 pm)
  • May 27 – Memorial Day—Offices and schools closed
  • May 31 – Drama Club performance (7 pm – 8:30 pm)
  • June 4 — Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • June 5 – Professional day for teachers
  • June 6 – Field Day grades K-2
  • June 7 – Field Day grades 3-5; second semester SSL hours due
  • June 10 – PreK/PEP Promotion/Celebration (9:30 am – 10:30 am)
  • June 11 – Kindergarten Promotion/Picnic (10 am – 11 am)
  • June 12 – Grades3-4 Awards/Picnic (9:30 am – 10:30 am); Grades 1-2 Awards (2 pm -3 pm); Grade 5 Promotion!

 

• June 13 – Last day of school for students! Early release day for all students

 

• June 14 – Professional day for teachers
• June 24 – Report cards mailed

Announcements:

Kids Helping Kids Food Drive: Once again this year, Glen Haven will be participating in the Kids Helping Kids Food Drive.  Please donate any non-perishable items (peanut butter, macaroni and cheese, canned vegetables, rice, tuna fish, cereal, etc.) between October 1 – 31, 2018.  The classroom that collects the most food (in items) will win an ice cream party.  Food will be donated to families in Montgomery County, Md.  Thank you for your support!

New car-rider dismissal process: Beginning next Monday, October 8, GHES will begin a new car-rider dismissal process. All drivers will stay in their cars and your children will be brought to the curb at the designated pick-up area marked by cones.  This will be a change and your support and patience is appreciated!

Family Movie Night: On Friday October 12, come join us for Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation!  Free admission. Concessions will be for sale. Wear your PJs and bring a blanket to sit on. Doors open at 6:30pm and movie starts at 7pm. Sponsored by the Glen Haven Elementary PTA. This is not a drop off event, a parent or guardian must be present.

Scholastic Book Fair: Mark your calendars, Glen Haven families! Our Scholastic Book Fair starts Oct 15 and runs through Oct 19. Come look for books for your family or consider purchasing a book from your student’s teacher’s wishlist.  All purchases benefit our school!

Student safety: As parents and caregivers, we often have questions about student safety.  You can find information about how Montgomery County Public Schools approaches student safety at https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/publicinfo/community/school-year-2018-2019/Ensuring-Student-Safety.html

Class Dojo:  Please make sure you set up a Class Dojo account for your child.  Your child’s teacher has the information regarding how to set this up or you can click on this link- https://classdojo.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/205417305-Create-a-Parent-Account#web. The school uses Class Dojo for most communications so it is very important for you to have access to your child’s account and check for announcements daily.

Giant A+ School Rewards programs has started! From September 7 to March 16, 2019, you can support Glen Haven Elementary School (up to two schools can be supported!):

o      Visit www.giantfood.com and click REGISTER at to create your new online account, or

• Click on SIGN IN – MANAGE MY ACCOUNT – SAVINGS & REWARDS, to log on to your existing online account

o      Once you are logged in to your account, you can select a school for A+ Rewards.

o      You need your 12-digit GIANT CARD number found on the back of the card.  If you have a GIANT CARD but do not know your number, call the GIANT CARD HOTLINE at 1-877-366-2668 and select Option #1.  The representatives will be able to provide you your GIANT CARD number.

o      If you need a GIANT CARD, please visit your local store to obtain one or visit www.giantfood.com and click on I NEED A GIANT CARD.

 Other ways to help out the PTA:

• Help our PTA by purchasing items with the Box Tops for Education logo then clip and send them to school to be collected.  The classroom that submits the most Box Tops each month will celebrate with a popcorn party and an overall winner will get a class pizza party at the end of the school year!
• Sign up for eScrip at www.escrip.com earn special savings for you and money for the Glen Haven PTA.
• Sign up and shop at www.smile.amazon.com. You’ll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com,  with the added bonus that Amazon will donate 0.5% of your purchase to the Glen Haven PTA.
• Register your Giant card at https://giantfood.com/school-rewards/.  For each purchase that you make, Giant will donate to Glen Haven Elementary.

 

Like us on Facebook!  Glen Haven PTA @glenhavenpta (https://www.facebook.com/glenhavenpta/)

 

This Week and Next:

• October 2 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
• October 3 – Drama Club parent meeting (5:30 pm – 6:30 pm)
• October 5 –  Early release day for all students (12:55 pm)
• October 8 – Open House for parents and guardians
• October  12 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)

 

Community Events and News:

• Mondays: Go to Story Time at the National Postal Museum. Taking place every Monday, the program includes a book reading and activities for little ones in the museum’s education space. Stay to explore the rest of the museum, which is full of interactive exhibits that all ages can enjoy. Story Time is at 10:30am and repeated at 11am. Admission is free.

Local Libraries (http://host.evanced.info/montgomerycountymd/evanced/eventcalendar)

 Silver Spring Library

Lunchtime Yoga Flow – All Levels (October 2, at 12pm)

Bilingual French Storytime (October 2, at 6:30pm)

Silver Spring Library Chinese Book Discussion (October 2 at 6:30p)

Sahaja Yoga Meditation (October 4 at 7:30pm)

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Lego Weekend Play (Saturdays at 12:30 pm; Sundays at 1 pm)

English Conversation Club (Mondays at 11:30 am)

Baby Storytime (Tuesdays at 10:30 am and 11:30 am)

Preschool Story Time (Tuesdays 1:30 PM)

Toddler Story Time (Wednesdays at 10:30 AM and 11:30 am)

Homework Help (Thursdays at 6 pm) 

 

Wheaton Library

Me and You-kulele Sing-a-long (Thursdays 4 pm)

Pajama Storytime (Mondays 6:30 pm)

Toddler Storytime (Tuesdays at 10:30 am)

Building Block Time (Mondays and Wednesdays at 9:30 am)

Kensington Park Library

English Conversation Club (October 1 at 1 pm)

Chess Club (October 2 at 6pm)

—————————————

Storytime for Babies (Wednesdays at 10:30 am)

Storytime for Toddlers and Preschoolers  (Wednesdays at 11:15 am)

 Pajama Storytime (Mondays at 7 pm)

 

Parent guides to the Elementary school curriculum:

https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/curriculum/elementary/guides.aspx

 

Montgomery Parks Programs and Activities – Montgomery County Recreation and Montgomery Parks have hundreds of exciting programs and classes to promote active and healthy lifestyles. For more information, visit ActiveMONTGOMERY (https://apm.activecommunities.com/montgomerycounty).
The MCPS Parent Academy – Sign up for FREE workshops at www.mcpsparentacademy.org

 

A Look Ahead:

• • October 18 – Fall Academic Night (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • October 22 to 26 – Red Ribbon week
  • October 26 – Fall Fest 1:45 pm – 3:15 pm
  • November – Military Family month!
  • November 6 –  General Election Day— School closed
  • November 7 – Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
  • November 8 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • November 9 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • November 12 – Parent conferences; Early release day for all students; Take-a-Flake begins
  • November 13 – Parent conferences; Early release day for all students
  • November 15 –  International Night (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • November 20 –  Report card distribution
  • November 21 – Early release day for all students
  • November 22 and 23 – Thanksgiving—Offices and schools closed
  • November 23 – Coat Drive begins
  • December 4 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • December 7 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • December 14 – Take-a-Flake gifts due
  • December 17-21 – PBIS Spirit Week!
  • December 20 – Winter Concert (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • December 21 – Winter Concert/Sing-A-Long (9:30 am – 10:30 am); Winter Wonderland class parties (2 pm – 3:15 pm)
  • December 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 31 – Winter Break—No school for students and teachers2019
  • January 1 – New Year’s Day—Offices and schools closed
  • January 4 – First semester SSL hours due
  • January 8 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • January 18 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • January 21 – Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Day—Offices and schools closed
  • January 25 – Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
  • January 28 – Professional day for teachers; Coat Drive ends
  • January 29- February 1 – The Great Kindness Challenge week
  • February 4-8 – School Counseling week
  • February 5 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • February 6 – Report cards distributed
  • February 8 – Drama Club Carnival (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • February 14 – Valentine’s Day parties (2:30 pm – 3:15 pm)
  • February 15 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • February 18 – Presidents’ Day—Offices and schools closed
  • March 1 – Military Caregiver month;  Early release day for all students
  • March 5 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • March 15 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • March 21 – Spring Academic Night/STEM Fair (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • April 1 – Military Child month
  • April 2 – Light It Up Blue (Autism Awareness Day); Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • April 3 –  Paraprofessional Appreciation Day; Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
  • April 8-12 – PBIS Spirit Week
  • April 10 – Drama Club parent meeting (7:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • April 12 – Career Day (9:15 am – 11:15 am) ; STEAM Day (1:15 pm – 3:15 pm)
  • April 16 – Report cards distributed
  • April 17, 18, 19, 22 – Spring Break—No school for students and teachers; offices closed April 19 and 22
  • April 24 – Secretaries’ Day
  • April 25 – Take Your Child to Work Day
  • April 26 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am); Volunteer Appreciation Brunch (10 am – 11 am)
  • May 1 – National Military Appreciation month begins; School Principal’s Day
  • May 6-10 – Children’s Mental Health Matters week; Teacher Appreciation week
  • May 7 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • May 8 – National School Nurse Day
  • May 16 – Spring Concert (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • May 24 – Drama Club performance (7 pm – 8:30 pm)
  • May 27 – Memorial Day—Offices and schools closed
  • May 31 – Drama Club performance (7 pm – 8:30 pm)
  • June 4 — Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • June 5 – Professional day for teachers
  • June 6 – Field Day grades K-2
  • June 7 – Field Day grades 3-5; second semester SSL hours due
  • June 10 – PreK/PEP Promotion/Celebration (9:30 am – 10:30 am)
  • June 11 – Kindergarten Promotion/Picnic (10 am – 11 am)
  • June 12 – Grades3-4 Awards/Picnic (9:30 am – 10:30 am); Grades 1-2 Awards (2 pm -3 pm); Grade 5 Promotion!

 

• June 13 – Last day of school for students! Early release day for all students

 

• June 14 – Professional day for teachers
• June 24 – Report cards mailed

Announcements:
Fundraiser for childhood cancer: In recognition of September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, fifth grade will be launching a Coins4Kids Cancer Campaign to raise awareness of neuroblastoma and funds to support research to find a cure for this aggressive childhood cancer.   Fifth grade will be delivering coin collection cups to each classroom on Thursday, September 27 to prepare for the campaign, which will be held on Friday, September 28.   The money collected will be donated to the Children’s Neuroblastoma Cancer Foundation.    To learn more about neuroblastoma, please visit https://www.coins4kids.org/.

 

Dads are awesome: “Dad’s Take Your Child to School Day” will be held this Friday, September 28 beginning at 8:40 a.m.   Dads will be able to take pictures at a photo booth, walk their child to class, and then join us in the cafeteria for light refreshments and a presentation.  Dads will then be invited to visit their child’s classroom until 10:00 a.m.   We look forward to seeing you this Friday!

 

Glen Haven Beautification/ Friends of Sligo Creek Annual Sweep the Creek:  This Saturday September 29, we will meet at the end of Windham Lane by the footbridge (behinx d Glen Haven Elementary School) and work our way back to Glen Haven Park and the school grounds. Gloves and trash bags will be provided. Event will be from 9am to 11am – rain or shine. Let’s help pick up the area around our school and work on building our community. Students will receive 25 Dojo Points for a minimum of 25-30 minutes of clean up. Please sign in upon arrival.

 

Family Movie Night: On Friday October 12, come join us for Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation!  Free admission. Concessions will be for sale. Wear your PJs and bring a blanket to sit on. Doors open at 6:30pm and movie starts at 7pm. Sponsored by the Glen Haven Elementary PTA. This is not a drop off event, a parent or guardian must be present.

 

Student safety: As parents and caregivers, we often have questions about student safety.  You can find information about how Montgomery County Public Schools approaches student safety at https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/publicinfo/community/school-year-2018-2019/Ensuring-Student-Safety.html

 

Class Dojo:  Please make sure you set up a Class Dojo account for your child.  Your child’s teacher has the information regarding how to set this up or you can click on this link- https://classdojo.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/205417305-Create-a-Parent-Account#web. The school uses Class Dojo for most communications so it is very important for you to have access to your child’s account and check for announcements daily.

 

 

Giant A+ School Rewards programs has started! From September 7 to March 16, 2019, you can support Glen Haven Elementary School (up to two schools can be supported!):

o      Visit www.giantfood.com and click REGISTER at to create your new online account, or

• Click on SIGN IN à MANAGE MY ACCOUNT à SAVINGS & REWARDS, to log on to your existing online account

o      Once you are logged in to your account, you can select a school for A+ Rewards.

o      You need your 12-digit GIANT CARD number found on the back of the card.  If you have a GIANT CARD but do not know your number, call the GIANT CARD HOTLINE at 1-877-366-2668 and select Option #1.  The representatives will be able to provide you your GIANT CARD number.

o      If you need a GIANT CARD, please visit your local store to obtain one or visit www.giantfood.com and click on I NEED A GIANT CARD.

 

Other ways to help out the PTA –

 

Help our PTA by purchasing items with the Box Tops for Education logo then clip and send them to school to be collected.  The classroom that submits the most Box Tops each month will celebrate with a popcorn party and an overall winner will get a class pizza party at the end of the school year!

 

Sign up for eScrip at www.escrip.com earn special savings for you and money for the Glen Haven PTA.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sign up and shop at www.smile.amazon.com. You’ll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com,  with the added bonus that Amazon will donate 0.5% of your purchase to the Glen Haven PTA.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Register your Giant card at https://giantfood.com/school-rewards/.  For each purchase that you make, Giant will donate to Glen Haven Elementary.

 

 

Like us on Facebook!  Glen Haven PTA @glenhavenpta (https://www.facebook.com/glenhavenpta/)

 

This Week:

• September 27 – English Class starts for parents (9 am – 11 am)
• September 28 – Dad’s Take Your Child to School Day (8:40 am – 10 am)
• October 2 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
• October 3 – Drama Club parent meeting (5:30 pm – 6:30 pm)
• October 5 –  Early release day for all students

 

Community Events and News:

 

• Mondays

• Go to Story Time at the National Postal Museum. Taking place every Monday, the program includes a book reading and activities for little ones in the museum’s education space. Stay to explore the rest of the museum, which is full of interactive exhibits that all ages can enjoy. Story Time is at 10:30am and repeated at 11am. Admission is free.

 

• Thursday, September 27

For three days, the Library of Congress is holding “Star Wars Under the Stars,” and will be screening the original trilogy episodes of the blockbuster series. Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope will be shown at 7:30pm on the North Lawn of the Jefferson Building. Go early — characters from the film be available for photo ops beforehand starting at 6:30pm. Admission is free.

 

Local Libraries (http://host.evanced.info/montgomerycountymd/evanced/eventcalendar)

 

Silver Spring Library

Nontraditional Board Games Meetup (Sunday, September 30 at 1:30pm)

 

Lunchtime Yoga Flow – All Levels (October 2, at 12pm)

 

Bilingual French Storytime (October 2,at 6:30pm)

 

Silver Spring Library Chinese Book Discussion (October 2 at 6:30p)

 

Sahaja Yoga Meditation (October 4 at 7:30pm)

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Lego Weekend Play (Saturdays at 12:30 pm; Sundays at 1 pm)

 

English Conversation Club (Mondays at 11:30 am)

 

Baby Storytime (Tuesdays at 10:30 am and 11:30 am)

 

Preschool Story Time (Tuesdays 1:30 PM)

 

Toddler Story Time (Wednesdays at 10:30 AM and 11:30 am)

 

Homework Help (Thursdays at 6 pm)

 

 

Wheaton Library

Me and You-kulele Sing-a-long (Thursdays 4 pm)

 

Pajama Storytime (Mondays 6:30 pm)

 

Toddler Storytime (Tuesdays at 10:30 am)

 

Building Block Time (Mondays and Wednesdays at 9:30 am)

 

 

Kensington Park Library

English Conversation Club (October 1 at 1 pm)

 

Chess Club (October 2 at 6pm)

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Storytime for Babies (Wednesdays at 10:30 am)

 

Storytime for Toddlers and Preschoolers  (Wednesdays at 11:15 am)

 

Pajama Storytime (Mondays at 7 pm)

 

Parent guides to the Elementary school curriculum:

https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/curriculum/elementary/guides.aspx

 

Montgomery Parks Programs and Activities – Montgomery County Recreation and Montgomery Parks have hundreds of exciting programs and classes to promote active and healthy lifestyles. For more information, visit ActiveMONTGOMERY (https://apm.activecommunities.com/montgomerycounty).
The MCPS Parent Academy – Sign up for FREE workshops at www.mcpsparentacademy.org 

 

A Look Ahead:

• • October 8 – Open House for parents and guardians
  • October  12 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • October 18 – Fall Academic Night (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • October 22 to 26 – Red Ribbon week
  • October 26 – Fall Fest 1:45 pm – 3:15 pm
  • November – Military Family month!
  • November 6 –  General Election Day— School closed
  • November 7 – Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
  • November 8 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • November 9 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • November 12 – Parent conferences; Early release day for all students; Take-a-Flake begins
  • November 13 – Parent conferences; Early release day for all students
  • November 15 –  International Night (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • November 20 –  Report card distribution
  • November 21 – Early release day for all students
  • November 22 and 23 – Thanksgiving—Offices and schools closed
  • November 23 – Coat Drive begins
  • December 4 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • December 7 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • December 14 – Take-a-Flake gifts due
  • December 17-21 – PBIS Spirit Week!
  • December 20 – Winter Concert (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • December 21 – Winter Concert/Sing-A-Long (9:30 am – 10:30 am); Winter Wonderland class parties (2 pm – 3:15 pm)
  • December 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 31 – Winter Break—No school for students and teachers2019
  • January 1 – New Year’s Day—Offices and schools closed
  • January 4 – First semester SSL hours due
  • January 8 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • January 18 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • January 21 – Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Day—Offices and schools closed
  • January 25 – Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
  • January 28 – Professional day for teachers; Coat Drive ends
  • January 29- February 1 – The Great Kindness Challenge week
  • February 4-8 – School Counseling week
  • February 5 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • February 6 – Report cards distributed
  • February 8 – Drama Club Carnival (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • February 14 – Valentine’s Day parties (2:30 pm – 3:15 pm)
  • February 15 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • February 18 – Presidents’ Day—Offices and schools closed
  • March 1 – Military Caregiver month;  Early release day for all students
  • March 5 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • March 15 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • March 21 – Spring Academic Night/STEM Fair (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • April 1 – Military Child month
  • April 2 – Light It Up Blue (Autism Awareness Day); Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • April 3 –  Paraprofessional Appreciation Day; Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
  • April 8-12 – PBIS Spirit Week
  • April 10 – Drama Club parent meeting (7:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • April 12 – Career Day (9:15 am – 11:15 am) ; STEAM Day (1:15 pm – 3:15 pm)
  • April 16 – Report cards distributed
  • April 17, 18, 19, 22 – Spring Break—No school for students and teachers; offices closed April 19 and 22
  • April 24 – Secretaries’ Day
  • April 25 – Take Your Child to Work Day
  • April 26 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am); Volunteer Appreciation Brunch (10 am – 11 am)
  • May 1 – National Military Appreciation month begins; School Principal’s Day
  • May 6-10 – Children’s Mental Health Matters week; Teacher Appreciation week
  • May 7 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • May 8 – National School Nurse Day
  • May 16 – Spring Concert (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • May 24 – Drama Club performance (7 pm – 8:30 pm)
  • May 27 – Memorial Day—Offices and schools closed
  • May 31 – Drama Club performance (7 pm – 8:30 pm)
  • June 4 — Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • June 5 – Professional day for teachers
  • June 6 – Field Day grades K-2
  • June 7 – Field Day grades 3-5; second semester SSL hours due
  • June 10 – PreK/PEP Promotion/Celebration (9:30 am – 10:30 am)
  • June 11 – Kindergarten Promotion/Picnic (10 am – 11 am)
  • June 12 – Grades3-4 Awards/Picnic (9:30 am – 10:30 am); Grades 1-2 Awards (2 pm -3 pm); Grade 5 Promotion!

 

• June 13 – Last day of school for students! Early release day for all students

 

• June 14 – Professional day for teachers
• June 24 – Report cards mailed

Announcements:

Student safety: As parents and caregivers, we often have questions about student safety.  You can find information about how Montgomery County Public Schools approaches student safety at https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/publicinfo/community/school-year-2018-2019/Ensuring-Student-Safety.html

Class Dojo:  Please make sure you set up a Class Dojo account for your child.  Your child’s teacher has the information regarding how to set this up or you can click on this link- https://classdojo.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/205417305-Create-a-Parent-Account#web. The school uses Class Dojo for most communications so it is very important for you to have access to your child’s account and check for announcements daily.

Fundraiser for childhood cancer: September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.  Mrs. Pykosh’s School Energy and Recycling Team (SERT) is asking students and parents to collect your spare change and send it in for the Coins4Kids program (https://www.coins4kids) benefitting the Children’s Neuroblastoma Cancer Foundation (http://www.cncfhope.org/).

Giant A+ School Rewards programs has started! From September 7 to March 16, 2019, you can support Glen Haven Elementary School (up to two schools can be supported!):

o  Visit www.giantfood.com and click REGISTER at to create your new online account, or

• Click on SIGN IN –> MANAGE MY ACCOUNT –> SAVINGS & REWARDS, to log on to your existing online account

o  Once you are logged in to your account, you can select a school for A+ Rewards.

o  You need your 12-digit GIANT CARD number found on the back of the card.  If you have a GIANT CARD but do not know your number, call the GIANT CARD HOTLINE at 1-877-366-2668 and select Option #1.  The representatives will be able to provide you your GIANT CARD number.

o  If you need a GIANT CARD, please visit your local store to obtain one or visit www.giantfood.com and click on I NEED A GIANT CARD.

 Other ways to help out the PTA – Box tops, Amazon Smile, CertifiKid, eScrips, and Giant.  Please see the link below to see more information on how YOU and these organizations can help the GHES PTA.
https://www.dropbox.com/s/hni70rrfmunsxof/Copy of PTAFundraisingFlyer.pdf?dl=0

 
Like us on Facebook!  Glen Haven PTA @glenhavenpta (https://www.facebook.com/glenhavenpta/)

 

This Week:

• 9/19 – No school for students and teachers
• 9/21 – 2nd Cup of Coffee; Merienda; Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)

 

Community Events and News:

• Saturday, September 22

14th Annual Museum Day. All ages (family-friendly event). Times and locations vary. The theme of this year’s Museum Day is “Women Making History,” honoring women in society who are trailblazers in the arts, sciences, innovation and culture, and emboldening others to be pioneers as well. Smithsonian Magazine spearheads this initiative in which participating museums across the United States open their doors for free to those who download a branded ticket. Details online. FREE Various locations, MD, VA and DC.

Check It Out: A Library + Art Pop-up Program. Kids 10 and under. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Check it out! Find our cart in the gallery and check out a kit to use inside the Museum. Kits include a children’s book, suggested artworks for viewing and hands-on materials. This program is a partnership between Smithsonian Libraries and the Hirshhorn. FREE Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Washington, DC.

Family Saturdays. All ages (family-friendly event). 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. In recognition of Constitution Week, create an original mobile about the three branches of government. Meet in the entrance to Exhibition Hall. FREE Capitol Visitor Center, Washington, DC.

Montgomery County Education & Activities Fair. All ages (family-friendly event). 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring a picnic and a blanket or purchase lunch from our food trucks. SSFS is on a beautiful 140 acre campus. Enjoy the serenity whild you “digest” the best education and activity resources in the county. Indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. FREE Sandy Spring Friends School, Sandy Spring, MD.

 

• Sunday, September 23

KIDfest: Find Your Spark!. All ages (family-friendly event). 12 to 5 p.m. KIDfest is part of KID Museum’s ongoing effort to expose children and adults alike to the power of hands-on maker learning and inspire the next generation of creative and confident innovators. Along with two stages of live musical performances and entertainment, the festival also features dynamic talks by local inventors, as well as exhibits and activities that include both fun, off-the-wall inventions and serious science innovations. FREE Silver Spring Civic Building, Silver Spring, MD.

ZooFiesta. All ages (family-friendly event). 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visitors can kick off the Smithsonian-wide Hispanic Heritage Month celebration at “ZooFiesta: Un dia de diversion animal para toda la familia!” There will be a variety of fun-filled family activities, including live music and educational activities about conservation in Central and South America. FREE National Zoo, Washington, DC.

Local Libraries (http://host.evanced.info/montgomerycountymd/evanced/eventcalendar) 

Silver Spring Library

Children’s Author Sue Fliess (Saturday September 22 at 11 am) 

American Sign Language Bilingual Storytime, Ages 2-5 ( Saturday September 29 11 am)

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Lego Weekend Play (Saturdays at 12:30 pm; Sundays at 1 pm)

English Conversation Club (Mondays at 11:30 am)

Baby Storytime (Tuesdays at 10:30 am and 11:30 am) 

Preschool Story Time (Tuesdays 1:30 PM) 

Toddler Story Time (Wednesdays at 10:30 AM and 11:30 am)

Homework Help (Thursdays at 6 pm) 

 

Wheaton Library
Me and You-kulele Sing-a-long (Thursdays 4 pm)

Pajama Storytime (Mondays 6:30 pm)

Toddler Storytime (Tuesdays at 10:30 am)

Building Block Time (Mondays and Wednesdays at 9:30 am)

 

Kensington Park Library

English Conversation Club for Non-Native Speakers (Monday September 17 at 1 pm; Monday September 24 at 11:30 am)

Celebrating Classical Music (Saturday September 22 at 1:30 pm).  Musical sidewalk chalk art, Make Your Own Egg Shaker, and a concert by percussionist Luis Garay at 3 pm.

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Storytime for Babies (Wednesdays at 10:30 am)

Storytime for Toddlers and Preschoolers  (Wednesdays at 11:15 am)

 Pajama Storytime (Mondays at 7 pm)

 

Parent guides to the Elementary school curriculum:

https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/curriculum/elementary/guides.aspx

Montgomery Parks Programs and Activities – Montgomery County Recreation and Montgomery Parks have hundreds of exciting programs and classes to promote active and healthy lifestyles. For more information, visit ActiveMONTGOMERY (https://apm.activecommunities.com/montgomerycounty).

The MCPS Parent Academy – Sign up for FREE workshops at www.mcpsparentacademy.org

 

A Look Ahead:

• • September 27 – English Class starts for parents (9 am – 11 am)
  • October 2 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • October 3 – Drama Club parent meeting (5:30 pm – 6:30 pm)
  • October 5 –  Early release day for all students
  • October 8 – Open House for parents and guardians
  • October  12 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • October 18 – Fall Academic Night (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • October 22 to 26 – Red Ribbon week
  • October 26 – Fall Fest 1:45 pm – 3:15 pm
  • November – Military Family month!
  • November 6 –  General Election Day— School closed
  • November 7 – Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
  • November 8 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • November 9 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • November 12 – Parent conferences; Early release day for all students; Take-a-Flake begins
  • November 13 – Parent conferences; Early release day for all students
  • November 15 –  International Night (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • November 20 –  Report card distribution
  • November 21 – Early release day for all students
  • November 22 and 23 – Thanksgiving—Offices and schools closed
  • November 23 – Coat Drive begins
  • December 4 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • December 7 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • December 14 – Take-a-Flake gifts due
  • December 17-21 – PBIS Spirit Week!
  • December 20 – Winter Concert (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • December 21 – Winter Concert/Sing-A-Long (9:30 am – 10:30 am); Winter Wonderland class parties (2 pm – 3:15 pm)
  • December 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 31 – Winter Break—No school for students and teachers2019
  • January 1 – New Year’s Day—Offices and schools closed
  • January 4 – First semester SSL hours due
  • January 8 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • January 18 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • January 21 – Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Day—Offices and schools closed
  • January 25 – Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
  • January 28 – Professional day for teachers; Coat Drive ends
  • January 29- February 1 – The Great Kindness Challenge week
  • February 4-8 – School Counseling week
  • February 5 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • February 6 – Report cards distributed
  • February 8 – Drama Club Carnival (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • February 14 – Valentine’s Day parties (2:30 pm – 3:15 pm)
  • February 15 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • February 18 – Presidents’ Day—Offices and schools closed
  • March 1 – Military Caregiver month;  Early release day for all students
  • March 5 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • March 15 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am)
  • March 21 – Spring Academic Night/STEM Fair (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • April 1 – Military Child month
  • April 2 – Light It Up Blue (Autism Awareness Day); Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • April 3 –  Paraprofessional Appreciation Day; Early release day for all students; end of quarter planning
  • April 8-12 – PBIS Spirit Week
  • April 10 – Drama Club parent meeting (7:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • April 12 – Career Day (9:15 am – 11:15 am) ; STEAM Day (1:15 pm – 3:15 pm)
  • April 16 – Report cards distributed
  • April 17, 18, 19, 22 – Spring Break—No school for students and teachers; offices closed April 19 and 22
  • April 24 – Secretaries’ Day
  • April 25 – Take Your Child to Work Day
  • April 26 – 2nd Cup of Coffee- Merienda- Principal’s Book of the Month (8:40 am – 9:40 am); Volunteer Appreciation Brunch (10 am – 11 am)
  • May 1 – National Military Appreciation month begins; School Principal’s Day
  • May 6-10 – Children’s Mental Health Matters week; Teacher Appreciation week
  • May 7 – Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • May 8 – National School Nurse Day
  • May 16 – Spring Concert (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • May 24 – Drama Club performance (7 pm – 8:30 pm)
  • May 27 – Memorial Day—Offices and schools closed
  • May 31 – Drama Club performance (7 pm – 8:30 pm)
  • June 4 — Parent Information Session/PTA Meeting (6:30 pm – 8 pm)
  • June 5 – Professional day for teachers
  • June 6 – Field Day grades K-2
  • June 7 – Field Day grades 3-5; second semester SSL hours due
  • June 10 – PreK/PEP Promotion/Celebration (9:30 am – 10:30 am)
  • June 11 – Kindergarten Promotion/Picnic (10 am – 11 am)
  • June 12 – Grades3-4 Awards/Picnic (9:30 am – 10:30 am); Grades 1-2 Awards (2 pm -3 pm); Grade 5 Promotion!
  • June 13 – Last day of school for students! Early release day for all students
  • June 14 – Professional day for teachers
  • June 24 – Report cards mailed