Call to Order: The PTA Executive Board met on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 VIRTUALLY via Zoom video conferencing. President Jessica Sniffin called the meeting to Order at 7:02 pm.
Present: Jessica Sniffin, John Nangle, Catherine Beaudette, Katie Campana-Scherer, Doug Ryan, Principal Heifetz, Vice Principal Mackall, Prospective and current PTA Members
– Quorum of 10+ members present; 21 sign-ins via Zoom.
Minutes:
Call to order and announcements from PTA President (Jessica Sniffin)
First seven sign-ons will get free PTA memberships for this year
We are one-third of the way to our member goal
Information about how to join PTA
Announcements from Glen Haven staff (Principals Heifetz and Mackall)
Information about parent-teacher conferences
Parent VUE accounts: families need to update information to access information about grades
New codes are needed if not active by October 21
One account per adult (linked with all related students)
Add Health information to portal
Meeting ended due to profanity-laced Zoom bomb at 7:37 pm
Meeting resumed at 7:43 pm (15 sign-ins via Zoom)
Announcements from Glen Haven staff (Principals Heifetz and Mackall)
Flu clinic November 21 at Dennis Avenue Health Center
Interactive
Parent questions & concerns
What are apps for communication?
Will missing assignments be visible on Parent VUE?
How can we deal with isolation?
How can we share ideas for interactions?
Can we have a forum between parents and teachers?
Can PTA schedule or consider creative solutions for interactions?
Opportunities to do inter-grade level activities?
Ideas for interactions
Zoom Fall fest
Room parents and directories
Drive-in ideas?
After-school activities (e.g. Drama club, Minority Scholars program, Safety Patrol)
Scavenger hunts
Dance parties
PTA reminders
Scholastic Book fair will be taking place November 23 to December 6 (link in Scoop)
Spiritwear available for purchase on MemberHub site.
Box Tops for Education.
Adjournment:
Meeting adjourned at 8:37 pm
Minutes prepared by Kathryn Campana-Scherer, Secretary
All students will receive a kit of at-home rapid covid tests on Wednesday January 12. Families will be asked to test the day tets are distributed and then submit their results via the MCPS google form. Please view the following slides, which contain information about how to use and share results of the tests:
Fun Friday Spirit Day this week, Friday January 14!
Theme is Glen Haven Spirit: wear green/blue or GHES gear to show your school spirit!
Important information impacting our current middle and elementary students:
MCPS is rebuilding and reopening a closed high school, Charles W. Woodward High school, which will reopen in September 2025.This new school will be used to decrease overcrowding in the Down County Consortium (i.e., Glen Haven students). This means that the high school boundaries which are the basis of our school clusters will be redrawn. You can see more information here:
GHES Annual Coat Drive: Make a child smile this winter! Please donate any clean, new or gently used coats and jackets (any size) that will be distributed to children of Glen Haven Elementary School. Please drop off any jackets in the bin inside near the main entrance.
Help one of our Glen Haven families: Please see directly below. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
From the Clothing to Cash Organization: The Clothing to Cash collection bin outside of Glen Haven Elementary School, ONLY ACCEPTs clothing, shoes and textiles. Those items MUST fit inside the collection bin and never be left outside on the ground. Thank you in advance for your prompt attention.
GHES Amazon Wishlist
This list includes items that students will be able to use at their seats and during indoor recess, etc. A wish list has been compiled and you may access it in the link below. Thank you so much for your support! GHES Amazon Wishlist- https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3UYK69GK16LJO?ref_=wl_share
Reminders
COVID-19 Testing Information:
Help our community contain covid- we can all help! Frequent testing (plus mask-wearing and hand-washing) is an extremely helpful way to contain the spread of covid-19. Please sign your child up for testing! COVID-19 tests will be administered by trained personnel. The test involves a swab inside the front part of the nose. The swab should not hurt; however, your child may experience some slight but brief discomfort. Your child’s test result will be provided to you, along with instructions with any next steps. The same consent form is now used for both the screening and rapid tests so families only need to sign one form for each child.
ParentVUE: If you have not activated your ParentVUE account and need your activation code, please email rebecca.h.willis@mcpsmd.net to have it emailed to you.
Have you joined Class Dojo: Please make sure you set up a Class Dojo account for your child.
Class Dojo is our school-wide system for easy home-school messaging and communication. We use it to keep families informed of events and announcements. It also allows families to read messages in their preferred language. Please contact your child’s teacher to get the unique class code. Get answers to common questions here: Class Dojo Helpdesk for parents https://classdojo.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/categories/200185365-For-parents?mobile_site=false
School Hours are 9:00 a.m. – 3:25 p.m. (doors open at 8:40 a.m.)
Welcome to new and returning parents!***PTA meetings are hosted by the PTA and OPEN TO EVERYONE – membership is not required to attend!!***
Our weekly newsletter, The Scoop, will have plenty of timely information, but please feel free to reach out if you have any other questions!
For your future planning: Parent Information Sessions/PTA Meetings convene on the first Tuesday of the month, unless otherwise noted.
Other ways to help out the PTA:
Request to join GHES PTA MemberHub for PTA communication
https://glenhavenelementary.memberhub.com/store This link has the 2020-2021 virtual shirts and other Glen Haven wear. Please contact Ms. Corrina Burnham at corinna.burnham@gmail.com if you would like to order something from this site that is not available. The PTA will be ordering more of the items that are not available. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Corinna Burnham at corinna.burnham@gmail.com. Thank you!
Help our PTA by purchasing items with the Box Tops for Education logo. There are two ways to submit them.
2. Go to Submit Box Tops and follow the steps for how to organize the clippings for mail and fill out submission form.
3.SEND YOUR BOX TOPS TO:
Box Tops for Education 350 Victor St. Highland Park, MI 48203
Digital Submission of Box Tops
1. Download the Box Tops app & create a free account
2. Shop as you normally would
3. Then simply scan your store receipts and to find participating products (it doesn’t have to be the same day you shopped)
4. The app will automatically credit your school’s Box Tops earnings online
Sign up for eScrip at www.escrip.com earn special savings for you and money for the Glen Haven PTA.
We now have a new way to support your Glen Haven PTA! If you shop on Amazon, use our Amazon Smile link (https://smile.amazon.com/ch/52-6018965) to donate some of the proceeds for your purchase to Glen Haven PTA. 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!
Safety, Security and Well-Being of Students, A Live Conversation
Montgomery County Public Schools is committed to ensuring the safety of all students. Please join us for a virtual Community Conversation for caregivers and students on Monday, December 13, 2021, from 7-8:30 p.m.
The event will include updates and information about MCPS’s commitment to health-related safety, psychological safety, and physical safety. Caregivers and students will have opportunities to learn about resources, hear from a panel of experts and community partners, ask questions, and provide feedback.
The event will be live online at www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org , the MCPS YouTube channel and on MCPS-TV (Comcast 34, Verizon 36, and RCN 89)
This webinar is geared towards students in grades 8-12. The event is hosted by our partners from the VASAP (Victim Assistance/Sexual Assault Program), Montgomery County Police Department, and Family Justice Center:
Students will receive a link to the event when they register for the event using this link: bit.ly/consentsignup
Students who attend will receive 2.5 SSL hours for attending.
Important information impacting our current middle and elementary students:
MCPS is rebuilding and reopening a closed high school, Charles W. Woodward High school, which will reopen in September 2025.This new school will be used to decrease overcrowding in the Down County Consortium (i.e., Glen Haven students). This means that the high school boundaries which are the basis of our school clusters will be redrawn. You can see more information here:
Countdown to Winter Break- Sports & Hobbies Day: Dress up representing your favorite activity, hobby, or your favorite sports team.
Friday December 17
GHES Fun Friday:Wacky Winter Sweater Day or Hat Day
Monday December 20
Bright & Shiny New Year Day: Wear bright and/or shiny colored clothes to school to celebrate the end of 2021 and the start of 2022.
Tuesday December 21
Excited Eagles Snowy Spirit Day: Show your GHES pride by wearing blue & green, or Glen Haven spirit wear.
Wednesday December 22
Winter Wonderland Day: Wear cozy PJs and cozy socks.
GHES Annual Coat Drive: Make a child smile this winter! Please donate any clean, new or gently used coats and jackets (any size) that will be distributed to children of Glen Haven Elementary School. Please drop off any jackets in the bin inside near the main entrance.
Help one of our Glen Haven families: Please see directly below. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
From the Clothing to Cash Organization: The Clothing to Cash collection bin outside of Glen Haven Elementary School, ONLY ACCEPTs clothing, shoes and textiles. Those items MUST fit inside the collection bin and never be left outside on the ground. Thank you in advance for your prompt attention.
GHES Amazon Wishlist
This list includes items that students will be able to use at their seats and during indoor recess, etc. A wish list has been compiled and you may access it in the link below. Thank you so much for your support! GHES Amazon Wishlist- https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3UYK69GK16LJO?ref_=wl_share
Reminders
COVID-19 Testing Information:
Help our community contain covid- we can all help! Frequent testing (plus mask-wearing and hand-washing) is an extremely helpful way to contain the spread of covid-19. Please sign your child up for testing! COVID-19 tests will be administered by trained personnel. The test involves a swab inside the front part of the nose. The swab should not hurt; however, your child may experience some slight but brief discomfort. Your child’s test result will be provided to you, along with instructions with any next steps. The same consent form is now used for both the screening and rapid tests so families only need to sign one form for each child.
ParentVUE: If you have not activated your ParentVUE account and need your activation code, please email rebecca.h.willis@mcpsmd.net to have it emailed to you.
Have you joined Class Dojo: Please make sure you set up a Class Dojo account for your child.
Class Dojo is our school-wide system for easy home-school messaging and communication. We use it to keep families informed of events and announcements. It also allows families to read messages in their preferred language. Please contact your child’s teacher to get the unique class code. Get answers to common questions here: Class Dojo Helpdesk for parents https://classdojo.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/categories/200185365-For-parents?mobile_site=false
School Hours are 9:00 a.m. – 3:25 p.m. (doors open at 8:40 a.m.)
Welcome to new and returning parents!***PTA meetings are hosted by the PTA and OPEN TO EVERYONE – membership is not required to attend!!***
Our weekly newsletter, The Scoop, will have plenty of timely information, but please feel free to reach out if you have any other questions!
For your future planning: Parent Information Sessions/PTA Meetings convene on the first Tuesday of the month, unless otherwise noted.
Other ways to help out the PTA:
Request to join GHES PTA MemberHub for PTA communication
https://glenhavenelementary.memberhub.com/store This link has the 2020-2021 virtual shirts and other Glen Haven wear. Please contact Ms. Corrina Burnham at corinna.burnham@gmail.com if you would like to order something from this site that is not available. The PTA will be ordering more of the items that are not available. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Corinna Burnham at corinna.burnham@gmail.com. Thank you!
Help our PTA by purchasing items with the Box Tops for Education logo. There are two ways to submit them.
2. Go to Submit Box Tops and follow the steps for how to organize the clippings for mail and fill out submission form.
3.SEND YOUR BOX TOPS TO:
Box Tops for Education 350 Victor St. Highland Park, MI 48203
Digital Submission of Box Tops
1. Download the Box Tops app & create a free account
2. Shop as you normally would
3. Then simply scan your store receipts and to find participating products (it doesn’t have to be the same day you shopped)
4. The app will automatically credit your school’s Box Tops earnings online
Sign up for eScrip at www.escrip.com earn special savings for you and money for the Glen Haven PTA.
We now have a new way to support your Glen Haven PTA! If you shop on Amazon, use our Amazon Smile link (https://smile.amazon.com/ch/52-6018965) to donate some of the proceeds for your purchase to Glen Haven PTA. 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!
This webinar is geared towards students in grades 8-12. The event is hosted by our partners from the VASAP (Victim Assistance/Sexual Assault Program), Montgomery County Police Department, and Family Justice Center:
Students will receive a link to the event when they register for the event using this link: bit.ly/consentsignup
Students who attend will receive 2.5 SSL hours for attending.
Important information impacting our current middle and elementary students:
MCPS is rebuilding and reopening a closed high school, Charles W. Woodward High school, which will reopen in September 2025. This new school will be used to decrease overcrowding in the Down County Consortium (i.e., Glen Haven students). This means that the high school boundaries which are the basis of our school clusters will be redrawn. You can see more information here:
Just in time to stock up for the end of December holidays and New Year’s Eve: shop at Fenwick Beer and Wine to support our local middle school!
Fenwick Beer & Wine Fundraising Day
Sunday, December 12 @ 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Ten percent of all sales will go to the Sligo Middle School PTSA!
Fenwick Beer & Wine – Boutique Wines and Craft Beers
1327 Fenwick Lane
Silver Spring, MD 20910
301-650-5770
Please tell your neighbors, friends, and local family! You don’t need to show a flyer, just visit the shop and they will donate 10% of your sale to Sligo MS PTSA.
GHES Annual Coat Drive: Make a child smile this winter! Please donate any clean, new or gently used coats and jackets (any size) that will be distributed to children of Glen Haven Elementary School. Please drop off any jackets in the bin inside near the main entrance.
Help one of our Glen Haven families: Please see directly below. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
From the Clothing to Cash Organization: The Clothing to Cash collection bin outside of Glen Haven Elementary School, ONLY ACCEPTs clothing, shoes and textiles. Those items MUST fit inside the collection bin and never be left outside on the ground. Thank you in advance for your prompt attention.
GHES Amazon Wishlist
This list includes items that students will be able to use at their seats and during indoor recess, etc. A wish list has been compiled and you may access it in the link below. Thank you so much for your support! GHES Amazon Wishlist- https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3UYK69GK16LJO?ref_=wl_share
Reminders
COVID-19 Testing Information:
Help our community contain covid- we can all help! Frequent testing (plus mask-wearing and hand-washing) is an extremely helpful way to contain the spread of covid-19. Please sign your child up for testing! COVID-19 tests will be administered by trained personnel. The test involves a swab inside the front part of the nose. The swab should not hurt; however, your child may experience some slight but brief discomfort. Your child’s test result will be provided to you, along with instructions with any next steps. The same consent form is now used for both the screening and rapid tests so families only need to sign one form for each child.
ParentVUE: If you have not activated your ParentVUE account and need your activation code, please email rebecca.h.willis@mcpsmd.net to have it emailed to you.
Have you joined Class Dojo: Please make sure you set up a Class Dojo account for your child.
Class Dojo is our school-wide system for easy home-school messaging and communication. We use it to keep families informed of events and announcements. It also allows families to read messages in their preferred language. Please contact your child’s teacher to get the unique class code. Get answers to common questions here: Class Dojo Helpdesk for parents https://classdojo.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/categories/200185365-For-parents?mobile_site=false
School Hours are 9:00 a.m. – 3:25 p.m. (doors open at 8:40 a.m.)
Welcome to new and returning parents!***PTA meetings are hosted by the PTA and OPEN TO EVERYONE – membership is not required to attend!!***
Our weekly newsletter, The Scoop, will have plenty of timely information, but please feel free to reach out if you have any other questions!
For your future planning: Parent Information Sessions/PTA Meetings convene on the first Tuesday of the month, unless otherwise noted.
Other ways to help out the PTA:
Request to join GHES PTA MemberHub for PTA communication
https://glenhavenelementary.memberhub.com/store This link has the 2020-2021 virtual shirts and other Glen Haven wear. Please contact Ms. Corrina Burnham at corinna.burnham@gmail.com if you would like to order something from this site that is not available. The PTA will be ordering more of the items that are not available. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Corinna Burnham at corinna.burnham@gmail.com. Thank you!
Help our PTA by purchasing items with the Box Tops for Education logo. There are two ways to submit them.
2. Go to Submit Box Tops and follow the steps for how to organize the clippings for mail and fill out submission form.
3.SEND YOUR BOX TOPS TO:
Box Tops for Education 350 Victor St. Highland Park, MI 48203
Digital Submission of Box Tops
1. Download the Box Tops app & create a free account
2. Shop as you normally would
3. Then simply scan your store receipts and to find participating products (it doesn’t have to be the same day you shopped)
4. The app will automatically credit your school’s Box Tops earnings online
Sign up for eScrip at www.escrip.com earn special savings for you and money for the Glen Haven PTA.
We now have a new way to support your Glen Haven PTA! If you shop on Amazon, use our Amazon Smile link (https://smile.amazon.com/ch/52-6018965) to donate some of the proceeds for your purchase to Glen Haven PTA. 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!
Glen Haven ES will begin COVID random testing on Wednesday, October 13. These are weekly tests of a random sample of students and require the consent of a parent/guardian. Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is partnering with Maryland Department of Health (MDH) and Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to administer COVID-19 rapid testing in all schools for students who exhibit possible symptoms of COVID-19 as well as random testing for asymptomatic students by CIAN Diagnostics. The use of rapid and random testing is an effort to minimize student quarantines and will be used in conjunction with the other safety measures we have in place. All testing is available at no charge to you and your insurance will not be billed for any test. Participation in the program is voluntary.
Oct 11 – MCPS Open House (Columbus/Indigenous People’s Day)
Oct 14 – Marking Period 1 Interims Distributed
COVID-19 Testing Information
COVID-19 tests will be administered by trained personnel.
The test involves a swab inside the front part of the nose. The swab should not hurt; however, your child may experience some slight but brief discomfort.
Your child’s test result will be provided to you, along with instructions with any next steps. The same consent form is now used for both the screening and rapid tests so families only need to sign one form for each child.
I wanted to share a Go Fund Me link for one of our Glen Haven families. Please see directly below. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Have you been amazed by a staff member? Has a staff member gone above and beyond for your child and you? We invite our school community to recognize the amazing work done by our GHES staff. Please use this form to submit a Staff Shout Out from your family: https://forms.gle/iwnjpXBtxiKp951S9
Do you help completing the FARMS (free and reduced meals) application? Next week, Ms. Tsai will have a table set up by the outside entrance near the flagpole to assist families with completing the forms. Here are the dates and times for support:
Glen Haven ES will be participating in the Smart Sacks program again this year. Smart Sacks is a program that gives a sack full of food (whole grains, low sodium canned vegetables, lean proteins and healthier snack items) to elementary school children who would benefit from extra food for the weekend when there is no school lunch or breakfast. Every Friday (beginning 10/22), children who are participating in this program will pick up a bag at school that contains the food. This bag will be placed in their existing backpack for privacy. ** Please note that some of the items in this bag contain peanuts, milk, tree nuts, and other potential allergens.** If you are interested in having your family participate please fill out the below form. There are 14 spots still available. If you have any questions please let Rebecca Willis (rebecca.h.willis@mcpsmd.net) know.
MASI Sports Academy will be running a FREE Sports Clinic on November 18, December 4 & December 18 from 9-12 pm at Glen Haven ES for children ages 3-10. $169 Mamba Movers, Saturdays, Ages 2-5, Jan 15 – Feb 26. $169 Basketball, Saturdays, Ages 5-10, Jan 15 – Feb 26. Online registration is required for contact tracing, waiver & consent, and proper staffing requirements. Contact INFO@MASIMAMBA.COM for more details.
Holiday Giving
The Holiday Giving Project has provided Thanksgiving and December holiday assistance to low-income households for over 30 years. A network of social workers, school counselors, and human service professionals refer families in need of assistance. Local non-profits, faith-based organizations, and public agencies serve Holiday Giving recipients, as donations are available. If you and your family are in need and would like to be referred for possible assistance for the holiday season, please complete the referral form below to provide the required information. Resources are limited: please apply only if you and your family are truly in need. While a referral is not a guarantee of assistance, the Project helps as many families in need as donations allow. Referrals are due no later than Wednesday, October 27, 2021.
MCPS is seeking substitute teachers! Substitute teaching is an excellent way to learn about our schools while allowing principals and teachers to get to know you. To qualify as a substitute teacher, each applicant must present proof of the completion of the minimum of an associate’s degree or 60 college credits from an accredited institution.
Substitute teachers are temporary employees and are on an on call basis. An automated substitute calling system helps you manage your work schedule by allowing you to call at any time, day or night, to find jobs. This system is telephone and internet accessible. The system uses your subject area and location preferences to offer you jobs on the days you have selected and allows you to change the days you work.
Substitute Teacher Rates: Daily hourly rate of pay $18.79- Long Term rate $26.81.
If you hold a valid Maryland professional eligibility certificate or standard advanced professional certificate, the daily hourly rate of pay is $19.97-Long Term rate $28.45. In order to qualify for this higher rate of pay, you must submit a copy of your valid Maryland certificate.
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) welcomes volunteers to support the essential needs of the schools. Volunteers and partnership agencies are required to complete certain compliance measures in order to volunteer within our school district.
Online Recognizing Child Abuse and Neglect Training via their myMCPS Classroom/Canvas account
Background check (dependent upon the type of volunteer service, per the Volunteers Regulation and FAQ)
COVID-19 Vaccination Attestation – NEW!
Beginning September 20, 2021, volunteers will be required to upload their Certificate of COVID-19 Vaccination to remain on the volunteer roster. The User-Guide on how to access both module requirements and how to access and upload the Certificate of COVID-19 Vaccination from the state Department of Health will be available on this webpage and the Child Abuse and Neglect webpage on September 20, 2021.
Identity is receiving clients and offering services for:
Help in applying for the county’s Rental Relief Program (up to $12,000 for qualifying residents who are behind in rent)
Vaccination information and free COVID-19 testing
Food and SNAP (food stamps)
Care for Kids and referrals for Proyecto Salud Clinic and Care For Your Health
Emergency cash assistance
Connections to other social services in Montgomery Count
They are able to offer help in English and Spanish. For more information call Maribel at 301-800-5519 or Rita at 240-306-7626. PLEASE SEE CLASS DOJO FOR INFORMATION ABOVE IN SPANISH.
Immunization Requirements for the 2021-2022 school year.
Parents should contact their doctor to make sure their child is properly immunized and submit a copy of the documentation to the Health Room at your child’s school as soon as possible, but no later than Monday, August 30, 2021 the first day of the 2021-2022 school year.
Immunizations for the students new to MCPS and children in Kindergarten through Grade 12, are available Monday through Friday, by appointment, at location in Rockville and Germantown.
Appointments are available at:
School Health Services Immunization Clinic at Rocking Horse Road: 4910 Macon Road, Rockville; 240-740-3380
Germantown Health Center: 12900 Middlebrook Rd., Germantown; 240-777-3380
Visit this website to view the full list of immunization requirements for students.
From the Clothing to Cash Organization: The Clothing to Cash collection bin outside of Glen Haven Elementary School, ONLY ACCEPTs clothing, shoes and textiles. Those items MUST fit inside the collection bin and never be left outside on the ground.
Thank you in advance for your prompt attention.
GHES Amazon Wishlist
This list includes items that students will be able to use at their seats and during indoor recess, etc. A wish list has been compiled and you may access it in the link below. Thank you so much for your support!
ParentVUE: If you have not activated your ParentVUE account and need your activation code, please email rebecca.h.willis@mcpsmd.net to have it emailed to you.
Have you joined Class Dojo: Please make sure you set up a Class Dojo account for your child.
Class Dojo is our school-wide system for easy home-school messaging and communication. We use it to keep families informed of events and announcements. It also allows families to read messages in their preferred language. Please contact your child’s teacher to get the unique class code. Get answers to common questions here: Class Dojo Helpdesk for parents https://classdojo.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/categories/200185365-For-parents?mobile_site=false
School Hours are9:00 a.m. – 3:25 p.m. (doors open at 8:40 a.m.)
Welcome to new and returning parents!***PTA meetings are hosted by the PTA and OPEN TO EVERYONE – membership is not required to attend!!***
Our weekly newsletter, The Scoop, will have plenty of timely information, but please feel free to reach out if you have any other questions!
For your future planning: Parent Information Sessions/PTA Meetings convene on the first Tuesday of the month, unless otherwise noted.
Meetthe new Glen Haven PTA Leadership Team for 2021-2022
Position
Serving
Executive Committee
President
Jessica Sniffin
Vice President
Adina Holmes
Vice President – Communications
Roxana Finkelberg
Treasurer
Shahrzad Spieler
Treasurer Elect
Alex DeWire
Secretary
Katie Campana-Scherer
Delegates
Doug Ryan Christine Halpin
Other ways to help out the PTA:
PTA:Request to join GHES PTA MemberHub for PTA communication
https://glenhavenelementary.memberhub.com/store This link has the 2020-2021 virtual shirts and other Glen Haven wear. Please contact Ms. Corrina Burnham at corinna.burnham@gmail.com if you would like to order something from this site that is not available. The PTA will be ordering more of the items that are not available. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Corinna Burnham at corinna.burnham@gmail.com
Thank you!
Help our PTA by purchasing items with the Box Tops for Education logo. There are two ways to submit them.
2. Go to Submit Box Tops and follow the steps for how to organize the clippings for mail and fill out submission form.
3.SEND YOUR BOX TOPS TO:
Box Tops for Education 350 Victor St. Highland Park, MI 48203
Digital Submission of Box Tops
1. Download the Box Tops app & create a free account
2. Shop as you normally would
3. Then simply scan your store receipts and to find participating products (it doesn’t have to be the same day you shopped)
4. The app will automatically credit your school’s Box Tops earnings online
Sign up for eScrip at www.escrip.com earn special savings for you and money for the Glen Haven PTA.
We now have a new way to support your Glen Haven PTA! If you shop on Amazon, use our Amazon Smile link (https://smile.amazon.com/ch/52-6018965) to donate some of the proceeds for your purchase to Glen Haven PTA. 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!
September 20-24 – Start with Hello Week – Spirit Week (see more information below)
September 24 – Principal’s Book of the Month
September 24 – Principal’s Coffee and Conversation (see more information below)
Announcements:
Start with Hello Week
This week Glen Haven students will be taking part in Start With Hello Week. Start With Hello teaches students the skills they need to reach out and include those who may be dealing with chronic social isolation and create a culture of inclusion and connectedness within their classroom and school by following 3 easy steps:
See Someone Alone Step 1: Learn how to recognize the signs of loneliness and social isolation. Reach Out And Help Step 2: Find out what you can do to help others feel included. Start With Hello Step 3: Discover how to break the ice and strike up a conversation.
Principal’s Coffee & Conversation We invite parents/guardians to join the administration on Friday, September 24 via Zoom for the first Principal’s Coffee & Conversation. This month will be an opportunity for you to ask questions and to get to know Tara Strain, Acting Principal. We will also share information about the new GHES SOAR Board – composed of staff, parents, and students.
Parent Academy Session on Leader in Me This year Glen Haven ES is piloting the Leader in Me as part of our focus on social emotional learning for students. MCPS invites you to a Parent Academy Session on September 22, 2021, from 6:00-7:00 pm to learn more about the Leader in Me Curriculum. See flyer for additional information: https://drive.google.com/file/d/19YS_H9bfjwkVflalcyFBiSTMnzK77y9g/view?usp=sharing
GHES Re-opening FAQ Here is a link to the questions & responses gathered from the school community from Mrs. Strain’s Meet and Greets and the Welcome Back Newsletter.
Identity is receiving clients and offering services for:
Help in applying for the county’s Rental Relief Program (up to $12,000 for qualifying residents who are behind in rent)
Vaccination information and free COVID-19 testing
Food and SNAP (food stamps)
Care for Kids and referrals for Proyecto Salud Clinic and Care For Your Health
Emergency cash assistance
Connections to other social services in Montgomery Count
They are able to offer help in English and Spanish. For more information call Maribel at 301-800-5519 or Rita at 240-306-7626. PLEASE SEE CLASS DOJO FOR INFORMATION ABOVE IN SPANISH.
Immunization Requirements for the 2021-2022 school year.
Parents should contact their doctor to make sure their child is properly immunized and submit a copy of the documentation to the Health Room at your child’s school as soon as possible, but no later than Monday, August 30, 2021 the first day of the 2021-2022 school year.
Immunizations for the students new to MCPS and children in Kindergarten through Grade 12, are available Monday through Friday, by appointment, at location in Rockville and Germantown.
Appointments are available at:
School Health Services Immunization Clinic at Rocking Horse Road: 4910 Macon Road, Rockville; 240-740-3380
Germantown Health Center: 12900 Middlebrook Rd., Germantown; 240-777-3380
Visit this website to view the full list of immunization requirements for students.
From the Clothing to Cash Organization: The Clothing to Cash collection bin outside of Glen Haven Elementary School, ONLY ACCEPTs clothing, shoes and textiles. Those items MUST fit inside the collection bin and never be left outside on the ground.
Thank you in advance for your prompt attention.
GHES Amazon Wishlist
This list includes items that students will be able to use at their seats and during indoor recess, etc. A wishlist has been compiled and you may access it in the link below. Thank you so much for your support!
COVID Testing Information MCPS, in partnership with the Maryland Department of Health, is offering COVID-19 screening tests to students in PreK-Grade 6 at no cost. Testing is one of the significant mitigation tactics MCPS will use this fall. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends random asymptomatic COVID-19 testing because it detects and can limit the spread of the virus, even in the absence of visible symptoms. This individual screening test requires that families “opt-in” and consent for students to be tested. A random sample of students in these grades will be identified and tested on a weekly basis with parental consent. Fully vetted and authorized contractors, not MCPS staff, will administer the tests. The opt-in form is necessary to allow your child to be a part of this testing process and can be found here (https://www.cognitoforms.com/CIANDiagnostics1/MCPSMarylandDepartmentOfHealthCIANDiagnosticsIndividualCOVID19TestingConsentOptInForm) . All parents are strongly encouraged to complete this form by Sept. 8 to increase the effectiveness of the testing program overall and increase the safety for all students.
ParentVUE: If you have not activated your ParentVUE account and need your activation code, please email rebecca.h.willis@mcpsmd.net to have it emailed to you.
Have you joined Class Dojo: Please make sure you set up a Class Dojo account for your child.
Class Dojo is our school-wide system for easy home-school messaging and communication. We use it to keep families informed of events and announcements. It also allows families to read messages in their preferred language. Please contact your child’s teacher to get the unique class code. Get answers to common questions here: Class Dojo Helpdesk for parents https://classdojo.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/categories/200185365-For-parents?mobile_site=false
School Hours are 9:00 a.m. – 3:25 p.m. (doors open at 8:40 a.m.)
Welcome to new and returning parents!***PTA meetings are hosted by the PTA and OPEN TO EVERYONE – membership is not required to attend!!***
Our weekly newsletter, The Scoop, will have plenty of timely information, but please feel free to reach out if you have any other questions!
For your future planning: Parent Information Sessions/PTA Meetings convene on the first Tuesday of the month, unless otherwise noted.
Meetthe new Glen Haven PTA Leadership Team for 2021-2022
Position
Serving
Executive Committee
President
Jessica Sniffin
Vice President
Adina Holmes
Vice President – Communications
Roxana Finkelberg
Treasurer
Shahrzad Spieler
Treasurer Elect
Alex DeWire
Secretary
Katie Campana-Scherer
Delegates
Doug Ryan Christine Halpin
Other ways to help out the PTA:
PTA:Request to join GHES PTA MemberHub for PTA communication
2. Go to Submit Box Tops and follow the steps for how to organize the clippings for mail and fill out submission form.
3.SEND YOUR BOX TOPS TO:
Box Tops for Education 350 Victor St. Highland Park, MI 48203
Digital Submission of Box Tops
1. Download the Box Tops app & create a free account
2. Shop as you normally would
3. Then simply scan your store receipts and to find participating products (it doesn’t have to be the same day you shopped)
4. The app will automatically credit your school’s Box Tops earnings online
Sign up for eScrip at www.escrip.com earn special savings for you and money for the Glen Haven PTA.
We now have a new way to support your Glen Haven PTA! If you shop on Amazon, use our Amazon Smile link (https://smile.amazon.com/ch/52-6018965) to donate some of the proceeds for your purchase to Glen Haven PTA. 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!
Monday, September 13– Virtual Back to School Night (Pre-K-2) 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, September 14 – Virtual Back to School Night (3rd – 5th) 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
On both nights, each grade level will create their own Zoom link and share with families. From 6:30 p.m. – 6:50 p.m. the Administration / PTA will present via Zoom
6:55 p.m. – 7:25 p.m. – Grade Level Session One via Zoom
7:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Grade Level Session Two via Zoom
*Session one and two will be the same presentation, so parents with children in multiple grade levels will be able to attend both children’s grade level presentations.
Wednesday, September 15 – First Day of Hispanic Heritage Month
Thursday, September, 16 – NO SCHOOL
Announcements:
Parent Academy Session on Leader in Me This year Glen Haven ES is piloting the Leader in Me as part of our focus on social emotional learning for students. MCPS invites you to a Parent Academy Session on September 22, 2021, from 6:00-7:00 pm to learn more about the Leader in Me Curriculum. See flyer for additional information: https://drive.google.com/file/d/19YS_H9bfjwkVflalcyFBiSTMnzK77y9g/view?usp=sharing
GHES Re-opening FAQ Here is a link to the questions & responses gathered from the school community from Mrs. Strain’s Meet and Greets and the Welcome Back Newsletter.
Identity is receiving clients and offering services for:
Help in applying for the county’s Rental Relief Program (up to $12,000 for qualifying residents who are behind in rent)
Vaccination information and free COVID-19 testing
Food and SNAP (food stamps)
Care for Kids and referrals for Proyecto Salud Clinic and Care For Your Health
Emergency cash assistance
Connections to other social services in Montgomery Count
They are able to offer help in English and Spanish. For more information call Maribel at 301-800-5519 or Rita at 240-306-7626. PLEASE SEE CLASS DOJO FOR INFORMATION ABOVE IN SPANISH.
Immunization Requirements for the 2021-2022 school year.
Parents should contact their doctor to make sure their child is properly immunized and submit a copy of the documentation to the Health Room at your child’s school as soon as possible, but no later than Monday, August 30, 2021 the first day of the 2021-2022 school year.
Immunizations for the students new to MCPS and children in Kindergarten through Grade 12, are available Monday through Friday, by appointment, at location in Rockville and Germantown.
Appointments are available at:
School Health Services Immunization Clinic at Rocking Horse Road: 4910 Macon Road, Rockville; 240-740-3380
Germantown Health Center: 12900 Middlebrook Rd., Germantown; 240-777-3380
Visit this website to view the full list of immunization requirements for students.
From the Clothing to Cash Organization: The Clothing to Cash collection bin outside of Glen Haven Elementary School, ONLY ACCEPTs clothing, shoes and textiles. Those items MUST fit inside the collection bin and never be left outside on the ground.
Thank you in advance for your prompt attention.
GHES Amazon Wishlist
This list includes items that students will be able to use at their seats and during indoor recess, etc. A wishlist has been compiled and you may access it in the link below. Thank you so much for your support!
COVID Testing Information MCPS, in partnership with the Maryland Department of Health, is offering COVID-19 screening tests to students in PreK-Grade 6 at no cost. Testing is one of the significant mitigation tactics MCPS will use this fall. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends random asymptomatic COVID-19 testing because it detects and can limit the spread of the virus, even in the absence of visible symptoms. This individual screening test requires that families “opt-in” and consent for students to be tested. A random sample of students in these grades will be identified and tested on a weekly basis with parental consent. Fully vetted and authorized contractors, not MCPS staff, will administer the tests. The opt-in form is necessary to allow your child to be a part of this testing process and can be found here (https://www.cognitoforms.com/CIANDiagnostics1/MCPSMarylandDepartmentOfHealthCIANDiagnosticsIndividualCOVID19TestingConsentOptInForm) . All parents are strongly encouraged to complete this form by Sept. 8 to increase the effectiveness of the testing program overall and increase the safety for all students.
ParentVUE: If you have not activated your ParentVUE account and need your activation code, please email rebecca.h.willis@mcpsmd.net to have it emailed to you.
Have you joined Class Dojo: Please make sure you set up a Class Dojo account for your child.
Class Dojo is our school-wide system for easy home-school messaging and communication. We use it to keep families informed of events and announcements. It also allows families to read messages in their preferred language. Please contact your child’s teacher to get the unique class code. Get answers to common questions here: Class Dojo Helpdesk for parents https://classdojo.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/categories/200185365-For-parents?mobile_site=false
School Hours are9:00 a.m. – 3:25 p.m. (doors open at 8:40 a.m.)
Welcome to new and returning parents!***PTA meetings are hosted by the PTA and OPEN TO EVERYONE – membership is not required to attend!!***
Our weekly newsletter, The Scoop, will have plenty of timely information, but please feel free to reach out if you have any other questions!
For your future planning: Parent Information Sessions/PTA Meetings convene on the first Tuesday of the month, unless otherwise noted.
Meetthe new Glen Haven PTA Leadership Team for 2021-2022
Position
Serving
Executive Committee
President
Jessica Sniffin
Vice President
Adina Holmes
Vice President – Communications
Roxana Finkelberg
Treasurer
Shahrzad Spieler
Treasurer Elect
Alex DeWire
Secretary
Katie Campana-Scherer
Delegates
Doug Ryan Christine Halpin
Other ways to help out the PTA:
PTA:Request to join GHES PTA MemberHub for PTA communication
2. Go to Submit Box Tops and follow the steps for how to organize the clippings for mail and fill out submission form.
3.SEND YOUR BOX TOPS TO:
Box Tops for Education 350 Victor St. Highland Park, MI 48203
Digital Submission of Box Tops
1. Download the Box Tops app & create a free account
2. Shop as you normally would
3. Then simply scan your store receipts and to find participating products (it doesn’t have to be the same day you shopped)
4. The app will automatically credit your school’s Box Tops earnings online
Sign up for eScrip at www.escrip.com earn special savings for you and money for the Glen Haven PTA.
We now have a new way to support your Glen Haven PTA! If you shop on Amazon, use our Amazon Smile link (https://smile.amazon.com/ch/52-6018965) to donate some of the proceeds for your purchase to Glen Haven PTA. 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!
SAVE THE DATE! The Glen Haven PTA will be organizing two summer playdates at Evans Parkway Neighborhood Park. 11 am to 1 pm on Saturday, July 17th and Sunday, August 22nd. Whether you’re new to Glen Haven or returning, it’s a great chance to connect and meet other students and families! Snacks and refreshments will be provided.
Announcements:
VIRTUAL ACADEMY APPLICATIONS OPEN
MCPS is offering a Virtual Academy that will provide a full-time virtual learning program for students in kindergarten to Grade 12. Students interested in the program are required to apply for admission and must be approved to participate. The application window is from June 2 – July 2. MCPS will host several parent information sessions to provide you with an opportunity to have questions answered about the Virtual Academy and the application process.
MCPS will host several parent information sessions to provide you with an opportunity to have questions answered about the Virtual Academy and the application process.
Dates
Tuesday, June 8: 6-7 p.m.
Thursday, June 10: 12-1p.m.
Thursday, June 10: 6-7 p.m. (Spanish interpretation will be provided)
Monday, June 14: 5-6 p.m.
Tuesday, June 15: 10-11 a.m.
Thursday, June 17: 6-7 p.m.
Spanish interpretation is also available on the 14 & 17 of June
Identity is receiving clients and offering services for:
Help in applying for the county’s Rental Relieft Program (up to $12,000 for qualifying residents who are behind in rent)
Vaccination information and free COVID-19 testing
Food and SNAP (food stamps)
Care for Kids and referrals for Proyecto Salud Clinic and Care For Your Health
Emergency cash assistance
Connections to other social services in Montgomery Count
They are able to offer help in English and Spanish. For more information call Maribel at 301-800-5519 or Rita at 240-306-7626. PLEASE SEE CLASS DOJO FOR INFORMATION ABOVE IN SPANISH.
Immunization Requirements for the 2021-2022 school year.
Parents should contact their doctor to make sure their child is properly immunized and submit a copy of the documentation to the Health Room at your child’s school as soon as possible, but no later than Monday, August 30, 2021 the first day of the 2021-2022 school year.
Immunizations for the students new to MCPS and children in Kindergarten through Grade 12, are available Monday through Friday, by appointment, at location in Rockville and Germantown.
Appointments are available at:
School Health Services Immunization Clinic at Rocking Horse Road: 4910 Macon Road, Rockville; 240-740-3380
Germantown Health Center: 12900 Middlebrook Rd., Germantown; 240-777-3380
Visit this website to view the full list of immunization requirements for students.
From the Clothing to Cash Organization: Over the last 2 months we have recorded a large increase in items being left inside and outside of the Clothing to Cash collection bin outside of Glen Haven Elementary School, that we do NOT accept. People have been leaving furniture, food, glassware, electronics, firewood, to name just a few. We ONLY ACCEPT clothing, shoes and textiles and those items MUST fit inside the collection bin and never be left outside on the ground.
Thank you in advance for your prompt attention.
MCPS will continue to provide free breakfast, lunch and dinner meals to all students in schools and at designated food distribution sites. The number of grab-and-go sites will be reduced to 24. Meals will be served Monday, Tuesday (double meal day), Thursday and Friday (triple meal day). There will be no service on Wednesdays.
Glen Haven ES will not be a distribution site any longer, however Northwood High School is a distribution site that you can go to starting March 15th.
Interested in learning more about pedestrian safety and earn prizes including gift cards and safety gadgets? Then enter our Vision Zero Pedestrian Safety Art Contest for free! This contest is open to all MCPS students K-5 and ends on June 13th! For more information on how to enter: Go to https://bit.ly/3347qZU (accessible with personal email only) or https://bit.ly/2QU6ULB (accessible with MCPS/school email)
Spanish version: ¿Está interesado en aprender más sobre la seguridad de los peatones y ganar premios que incluyen tarjetas de regalo y dispositivos de seguridad? ¡Entonces participe gratis en nuestro Concurso de Arte de Seguridad para Peatones Vision Zero! ¡Este concurso está abierto a todos los estudiantes de MCPS K-5 y termina el 13 de junio!
Para obtener más información sobre cómo participar: Vaya a https://bit.ly/3vOvYmj (accesible solo con correo electrónico personal) o https://bit.ly/3ejkRvw (accesible con MCPS / correo electrónico escolar)
Something Special Just for MilKids – Appreciation Kit
During April, Military OneSource is offering an appreciation kit to our military children and their families. Order your own or share it with a friend. Supplies are limited, so order now. Each kit includes:
Chill Drill
Military OneSource book mark
Military OneSource pop socket
Military OneSource photo frame
Sesame Street reusable face mask
Sesame Street enamel pin
Sesame Street magnet
Military Kids Connect passport
“Connecting With Kids in a Disconnected World” book by Trevor Romain
If you have not registered yet on Military One Source—
*How to Create a New Account
Click the “Create an Account” button.
Click the “Register Now” link on the right side of the login page.
Complete all necessary profile information.
Verify your account via email. This will complete the registration process and direct you to the Military Child Appreciation Kit.
GIRL SCOUT OPPORTUNITIES! Troops Now Forming for Fall 2021!
Girl Scouts become leaders by making new friends, building skills, and discovering the world around them! Join us for a Girl Scout info night to learn more about how your family can become a Girl Scout family!
At the Parent Meeting regarding the Return to the School Building plan, some members of the PTA had asked about a GHES Amazon Wishlist. This list includes items that students will be able to use at their seats and during indoor recess, etc. A wishlist has been compiled and you may access it in the link below. Thank you so much for your support!
The 3rd Town Hall for Racial Justice was a highly positive, successful evening thanks to so many! For those who could not attend we would like to share the GHES 3 Calls to Action and resources for families.
3 Calls to Action:
Action #1:
As a community member, you can pledge to support BLM at School! Community members who sign on and are expected to participate in AT LEAST ONE of the following ways:
Have a conversation at your dinner table
Share a public statement (on social media or other platform) #BLMatGHES
Attend an event
Promote teacher/student work; share stories / elevate the voices
Please use this form to suggest books that you would like to see in our school and classroom libraries that celebrate and affirm the identities of our Black and Hispanic students, promote the 13 principles of Black Lives Matter at School, or teach Black history and ethnic studies. You may also choose to share resources you think the school may want to consider in future lessons for students and provide other suggestions and ideas for our school to deepen and sustain our commitment to this work.
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Hero Squad Program is working with thousands of schools across the country to raise funds for blood cancer research and patient support services. While Glen Haven has chosen not to run a fundraiser for this program this year, if you are interested in donating money to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society please us this link:
Free Grocery Drive-Thru: Sikh families from the Guru Nanak Foundation of America would like to support your family by providing groceries safely to your car. Just show up and drive—thru!
Every Sunday from 1PM to 4PM. (Gratitude for the support of Montgomery County & Manna Foods)
Location:
Guru Nanak Foundation of America
12917 Old Columbia Pike
Silver Spring, MD 20904
For questions call Neeta (301)728-7138 or Roohi (301) 928-4270 or email fooddrive@gnfa.org
Maryland COVID-19 Vaccine Pre-Registration & Other Information:
School Hours are8:45 am – 3:15 pm (connect, attendance, announcements at 8:45 am). Please be mindful that instruction for students begins at 9 am, and signing in to class Zoom meetings might take a bit of time!
Please note that Wednesday afternoons are scheduled for student support and teacher planning.
Attendance and Absence Form: Attendance is taken each morning and each afternoon. Students are expected to attend all live virtual leaning classes in which they are enrolled. If they cannot attend due to illness or extenuating circumstances, they may then access the recording of the class to engage in the daily learning during an alternate time within 72 hours of the absence. Parents/Guardians may then submit a Live Virtual Lesson Absence Form (link on school website or at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfI682JHZy_aI1i9t1CigBdDsj6K48bIjxzMeuJ-QTu-Qw-WA/viewform?entry.255371218=Glen+Haven+ES ) to document that they engaged in the lesson and to request the unexcused absence to be reconciled to “Present”. If extenuating circumstance exist, parent/guardians are encouraged to communicate with the school’s administration ahead of time. The Live Virtual Lesson Absence Form must be completed for each documented absence.
FREE MEALS: Until further notice, meals will continue to be free for all families regardless of FARMS status. This is due to a grant from USDA.
PTA: Request to join GHES PTA MemberHub for PTA communication
***PTA meetings are hosted by the PTA and OPEN TO EVERYONE- membership is not required to attend!!***
Welcome to new and returning parents! Our weekly newsletter, The Scoop, will have plenty of timely information, but please feel free to reach out if you have any other questions!
For your future planning: Parent Information Sessions/PTA Meetings convene on the first Tuesday of the month, unless otherwise noted.
Meetthe new PTA Leadership for 2021-2022
Glen Haven PTA Leadership Team – 2021-2022
Position
Serving
Executive Committee
President
Jessica Sniffin
Vice President
Adina Holmes
Vice President – Communications
Roxana Finkelberg
Treasurer
Shahrzad Spieler
Treasurer Elect
Alex DeWire
Secretary
Katie Campana-Scherer
Delegates
Doug Ryan and Christine Halpin
Other ways to help out the PTA:
***Check out our New Virtual GHES Spirit Wear on the Member Hub***
Spirit Wear in new designs and colors are available now on the Member Hub. Orders will be packed twice a month using all Covid19 safety precautions and will be distributed at GHES during to be announced meal distribution dates.
Help our PTA by purchasing items with the Box Tops for Education logo. There are two ways to submit them.
2. Go to Submit Box Tops and follow the steps for how to organize the clippings for mail and fill out submission form.
3.SEND YOUR BOX TOPS TO:
Box Tops for Education 350 Victor St. Highland Park, MI 48203
Digital Submission of Box Tops
1. Download the Box Tops app & create a free account
2. Shop as you normally would
3. Then simply scan your store receipts and to find participating products (it doesn’t have to be the same day you shopped)
4. The app will automatically credit your school’s Box Tops earnings online
Sign up for eScrip at www.escrip.com earn special savings for you and money for the Glen Haven PTA.
We now have a new way to support your Glen Haven PTA! If you shop on Amazon, use our Amazon Smile link (https://smile.amazon.com/ch/52-6018965) to donate some of the proceeds for your purchase to Glen Haven PTA. 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!
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.
ParentVUE: If you have not activated your ParentVUE account and need your activation code, please email rebecca.h.willis@mcpsmd.net to have it emailed to you.
Parent guides to the Elementary school curriculum:
World Language Immersion Program – If you are interested in one of the World Language Immersion Programs, the application process for the 2021-2022 school year is from February 1, 2021 to April 23, 2021.
World Language Immersion Program website for more information:
*Can provide assistance to families with undocumented children.
Parent Academy workshops are free workshops that provide information, resources, and tools & tips to support student success. The Parent Academy is designed to inform and empower families as advocates and partners in their children’s education. Workshops provide families with useful information and resources to support their children’s academic and emotional well-being, as well as helping them to be college and career ready. Through a variety of learning opportunities, we hope to strengthen our engagement with families and the community. We recognize that behind every successful student are supportive families, teachers, school staff and community members who take an active role in educating our students.
We want our families and students to remain engaged throughout the school year. While we may not be able to meet face-to-face, Student, Family and School Services is excited to provide “Parent Academy TO GO ,” a series of virtual workshops for families to view at home.
Families can access additional information about social emotional support on the
following websites:
● Office of Student and Family Supports and Engagement:
Los talleres de la Academia Para Padres son talleres gratuitos que brindan información, recursos, herramientas y consejos para apoyar el éxito de los estudiantes. La Academia Para Padres está diseñada para informar y empoderar a las familias como defensores y aliados en la educación de sus hijos. Los talleres brindan a las familias información y recursos útiles para apoyar el bienestar académico y emocional de sus hijos, además de ayudarlos a estar preparados para la universidad y la vida profesional. A través de una variedad de oportunidades de aprendizaje, esperamos fortalecer nuestro compromise con las familias y la comunidad. Reconocemos que detrás de cada estudiante exitoso hay familias, maestros, personal escolar y miembros de la comunidad que lo apoyan y que toman un papel activo en la educación de nuestros estudiantes.
A Look Ahead:
June 16 – Last day of school for students!!! Early release day for all students (11:30 am)
May is the Month of the Military Caregiver AND Children’s Mental Health Month!
May 31 – Memorial Day: Offices and schools closed
Announcements:
Glen Haven’s End of the Year Celebrations and Kindergarten Orientation: All Promotions/Celebrations will be virtual. There will be more information to follow from teachers. Thank you! Have a great day!
Promotions/End of Year Celebrations:
Wednesday, June 9: 9:00 a.m. – Kindergarten Promotion
10:00 a.m. – PreK Promotion
10:15 a.m. – 4th Grade Celebration
1:00 p.m. – 1st Grade Celebration
Wednesday, June 16: 9:00 a.m. – 2nd Grade Celebration
9:45 a.m. – 3rd Grade Celebration
10:30 a.m.- 5th Grade Promotion
Kindergarten Orientation:
Thursday, August 5 & Friday, August 6
Hello all! We are excited about the new slate of officers (see below) and would love to have you join us for the PTA meeting this Tuesday, June 1st for the vote.
Also below is the zoom link for the meeting. We will only be admitting folks who use a first and last name (with no emojis!)
Thanks!
President GHES PTA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: President GHES PTA’s Zoom Meeting Time: Jun 1, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Meeting ID: 950 8695 7039 Passcode: 480872 One tap mobile +13017158592,,95086957039#,,,,*480872# US (Washington DC) +19292056099,,95086957039#,,,,*480872# US (New York)
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Glen Haven PTA Nominating Committee Report
May 30, 2021
Madame President,
The individuals listed below by position have been identified and confirmed as willing candidates for the 2021-2022 election of the Glen Haven PTA Executive Board. The PTA membership will be made aware of the slate of candidates ASAP with elections planned to be held during the June 1, 2021 Glen Haven PTA virtual meeting.
Identity is receiving clients and offering services for:
Help in applying for the county’s Rental Relief Program (up to $12,000 for qualifying residents who are behind in rent)
Vaccination information and free COVID-19 testing
Food and SNAP (food stamps)
Care for Kids and referrals for Proyecto Salud Clinic and Care For Your Health
Emergency cash assistance
Connections to other social services in Montgomery County
They are able to offer help in English and Spanish. For more information call Maribel at 301-800-5519 or Rita at 240-306-7626. PLEASE SEE CLASS DOJO FOR INFORMATION ABOVE IN SPANISH.
Immunization Requirements for the 2021-2022 school year.
Parents should contact their doctor to make sure their child is properly immunized and submit a copy of the documentation to the Health Room at your child’s school as soon as possible, but no later than Monday, August 30, 2021 the first day of the 2021-2022 school year.
Immunizations for the students new to MCPS and children in Kindergarten through Grade 12, are available Monday through Friday, by appointment, at location in Rockville and Germantown.
Appointments are available at:
School Health Services Immunization Clinic at Rocking Horse Road: 4910 Macon Road, Rockville; 240-740-3380
Germantown Health Center: 12900 Middlebrook Rd., Germantown; 240-777-3380
Visit this website to view the full list of immunization requirements for students.
From the Clothing to Cash Organization: Over the last 2 months we have recorded a large increase in items being left inside and outside of the Clothing to Cash collection bin outside of Glen Haven Elementary School, that we do NOT accept. People have been leaving furniture, food, glassware, electronics, firewood, to name just a few. We ONLY ACCEPT clothing, shoes and textiles and those items MUST fit inside the collection bin and never be left outside on the ground.
Thank you in advance for your prompt attention.
MCPS will continue to provide free breakfast, lunch and dinner meals to all students in schools and at designated food distribution sites. The number of grab-and-go sites will be reduced to 24. Meals will be served Monday, Tuesday (double meal day), Thursday and Friday (triple meal day). There will be no service on Wednesdays.
Glen Haven ES will not be a distribution site any longer, however Northwood High School is a distribution site that you can go to starting March 15th.
Interested in learning more about pedestrian safety and earn prizes including gift cards and safety gadgets? Then enter our Vision Zero Pedestrian Safety Art Contest for free! This contest is open to all MCPS students K-5 and ends on June 13th! For more information on how to enter: Go to https://bit.ly/3347qZU (accessible with personal email only) or https://bit.ly/2QU6ULB (accessible with MCPS/school email)
Spanish version: ¿Está interesado en aprender más sobre la seguridad de los peatones y ganar premios que incluyen tarjetas de regalo y dispositivos de seguridad? ¡Entonces participe gratis en nuestro Concurso de Arte de Seguridad para Peatones Vision Zero! ¡Este concurso está abierto a todos los estudiantes de MCPS K-5 y termina el 13 de junio!
Para obtener más información sobre cómo participar: Vaya a https://bit.ly/3vOvYmj (accesible solo con correo electrónico personal) o https://bit.ly/3ejkRvw (accesible con MCPS / correo electrónico escolar)
Something Special Just for MilKids – Appreciation Kit
During April, Military OneSource is offering an appreciation kit to our military children and their families. Order your own or share it with a friend. Supplies are limited, so order now. Each kit includes:
Chill Drill
Military OneSource book mark
Military OneSource pop socket
Military OneSource photo frame
Sesame Street reusable face mask
Sesame Street enamel pin
Sesame Street magnet
Military Kids Connect passport
“Connecting With Kids in a Disconnected World” book by Trevor Romain
If you have not registered yet on Military One Source—
*How to Create a New Account
Click the “Create an Account” button.
Click the “Register Now” link on the right side of the login page.
Complete all necessary profile information.
Verify your account via email. This will complete the registration process and direct you to the Military Child Appreciation Kit.
GIRL SCOUT OPPORTUNITIES! Troops Now Forming for Fall 2021!
Girl Scouts become leaders by making new friends, building skills, and discovering the world around them! Join us for a Girl Scout info night to learn more about how your family can become a Girl Scout family!
*The various activity information is neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Board of Education of Montgomery Count, the superintendent, Glen Haven ES, or the Glen Haven PTA. *
At the Parent Meeting regarding the Return to the School Building plan, some members of the PTA had asked about a GHES Amazon Wishlist. This list includes items that students will be able to use at their seats and during indoor recess, etc. A wishlist has been compiled and you may access it in the link below. Thank you so much for your support!
The 3rd Town Hall for Racial Justice was a highly positive, successful evening thanks to so many! For those who could not attend we would like to share the GHES 3 Calls to Action and resources for families.
3 Calls to Action:
Action #1:
As a community member, you can pledge to support BLM at School! Community members who sign on and are expected to participate in AT LEAST ONE of the following ways:
Have a conversation at your dinner table
Share a public statement (on social media or other platform) #BLMatGHES
Attend an event
Promote teacher/student work; share stories / elevate the voices
Please use this form to suggest books that you would like to see in our school and classroom libraries that celebrate and affirm the identities of our Black and Hispanic students, promote the 13 principles of Black Lives Matter at School, or teach Black history and ethnic studies. You may also choose to share resources you think the school may want to consider in future lessons for students and provide other suggestions and ideas for our school to deepen and sustain our commitment to this work.
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Hero Squad Program is working with thousands of schools across the country to raise funds for blood cancer research and patient support services. While Glen Haven has chosen not to run a fundraiser for this program this year, if you are interested in donating money to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society please us this link:
Free Grocery Drive-Thru: Sikh families from the Guru Nanak Foundation of America would like to support your family by providing groceries safely to your car. Just show up and drive—thru!
Every Sunday from 1PM to 4PM. (Gratitude for the support of Montgomery County & Manna Foods)
Location:
Guru Nanak Foundation of America
12917 Old Columbia Pike
Silver Spring, MD 20904
For questions call Neeta (301)728-7138 or Roohi (301) 928-4270 or email fooddrive@gnfa.org
Maryland COVID-19 Vaccine Pre-Registration & Other Information:
School Hours are8:45 am – 3:15 pm (connect, attendance, announcements at 8:45 am). Please be mindful that instruction for students begins at 9 am, and signing in to class Zoom meetings might take a bit of time!
Please note that Wednesday afternoons are scheduled for student support and teacher planning.
Attendance and Absence Form: Attendance is taken each morning and each afternoon. Students are expected to attend all live virtual leaning classes in which they are enrolled. If they cannot attend due to illness or extenuating circumstances, they may then access the recording of the class to engage in the daily learning during an alternate time within 72 hours of the absence. Parents/Guardians may then submit a Live Virtual Lesson Absence Form (link on school website or at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfI682JHZy_aI1i9t1CigBdDsj6K48bIjxzMeuJ-QTu-Qw-WA/viewform?entry.255371218=Glen+Haven+ES ) to document that they engaged in the lesson and to request the unexcused absence to be reconciled to “Present”. If extenuating circumstance exist, parent/guardians are encouraged to communicate with the school’s administration ahead of time. The Live Virtual Lesson Absence Form must be completed for each documented absence.
FREE MEALS: Until further notice, meals will continue to be free for all families regardless of FARMS status. This is due to a grant from USDA.
PTA: Request to join GHES PTA MemberHub for PTA communication
***PTA meetings are hosted by the PTA and OPEN TO EVERYONE- membership is not required to attend!!***
Welcome to new and returning parents! Our weekly newsletter, The Scoop, will have plenty of timely information, but please feel free to reach out if you have any other questions!
For your future planning: Parent Information Sessions/PTA Meetings convene on the first Tuesday of the month, unless otherwise noted.
Meetthe new PTA Leadership for 2020-2021
Glen Haven PTA Leadership Team – 2020-2021
Position
Serving
Executive Committee
President
Jessica Sniffin
Vice President
John Nangle
Vice President – Communications
Roxana Finkelberg
Treasurer
Catherine Beaudette
Treasurer Elect
Shahrzad Spieler
Secretary
Katie Campana-Scherer
Delegates
Doug Ryan
Other ways to help out the PTA:
***Check out our New Virtual GHES Spirit Wear on the Member Hub***
Spirit Wear in new designs and colors are available now on the Member Hub. Orders will be packed twice a month using all Covid19 safety precautions and will be distributed at GHES during to be announced meal distribution dates.
Help our PTA by purchasing items with the Box Tops for Education logo. There are two ways to submit them.
2. Go to Submit Box Tops and follow the steps for how to organize the clippings for mail and fill out submission form.
3.SEND YOUR BOX TOPS TO:
Box Tops for Education 350 Victor St. Highland Park, MI 48203
Digital Submission of Box Tops
1. Download the Box Tops app & create a free account
2. Shop as you normally would
3. Then simply scan your store receipts and to find participating products (it doesn’t have to be the same day you shopped)
4. The app will automatically credit your school’s Box Tops earnings online
Sign up for eScrip at www.escrip.com earn special savings for you and money for the Glen Haven PTA.
We now have a new way to support your Glen Haven PTA! If you shop on Amazon, use our Amazon Smile link (https://smile.amazon.com/ch/52-6018965) to donate some of the proceeds for your purchase to Glen Haven PTA. 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!
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.
Drama Club (Grades 1-5) – Students learn about all aspects of drama, including acting, singing, and dancing, as well as how to be a good team member. Grades 4-5 will meet all year (1 x per week Semester 1, 2 x per week Semester 2). Meeting Dates/Times: Grades 4-5 Tuesdays 4:30-5:30 and Thursdays 4:00-5:30 (Semester 2), Grades 4-5 Semester 2 subject to change. Sponsor Emails: Heather.M.Williams@mcpsmd.net
Safety Patrol – Grade 5 – This leadership opportunity for Grade 5 students will begin virtually to train students how to serve as role models for younger students and promote safe arrival and dismissal of students. Meeting Dates/Times to be determined. Sponsor Emails: laura.c.tun@mcpsmd.net
ParentVUE: If you have not activated your ParentVUE account and need your activation code, please email rebecca.h.willis@mcpsmd.net to have it emailed to you.
Parent guides to the Elementary school curriculum:
World Language Immersion Program – If you are interested in one of the World Language Immersion Programs, the application process for the 2021-2022 school year is from February 1, 2021 to April 23, 2021.
World Language Immersion Program website for more information:
*Can provide assistance to families with undocumented children.
Parent Academy workshops are free workshops that provide information, resources, and tools & tips to support student success. The Parent Academy is designed to inform and empower families as advocates and partners in their children’s education. Workshops provide families with useful information and resources to support their children’s academic and emotional well-being, as well as helping them to be college and career ready. Through a variety of learning opportunities, we hope to strengthen our engagement with families and the community. We recognize that behind every successful student are supportive families, teachers, school staff and community members who take an active role in educating our students.
We want our families and students to remain engaged throughout the school year. While we may not be able to meet face-to-face, Student, Family and School Services is excited to provide “Parent Academy TO GO ,” a series of virtual workshops for families to view at home.
Families can access additional information about social emotional support on the
following websites:
● Office of Student and Family Supports and Engagement:
Los talleres de la Academia Para Padres son talleres gratuitos que brindan información, recursos, herramientas y consejos para apoyar el éxito de los estudiantes. La Academia Para Padres está diseñada para informar y empoderar a las familias como defensores y aliados en la educación de sus hijos. Los talleres brindan a las familias información y recursos útiles para apoyar el bienestar académico y emocional de sus hijos, además de ayudarlos a estar preparados para la universidad y la vida profesional. A través de una variedad de oportunidades de aprendizaje, esperamos fortalecer nuestro compromise con las familias y la comunidad. Reconocemos que detrás de cada estudiante exitoso hay familias, maestros, personal escolar y miembros de la comunidad que lo apoyan y que toman un papel activo en la educación de nuestros estudiantes.
A Look Ahead:
May is the Month of the Military Caregiver AND Children’s Mental Health Month!
May 31 – Memorial Day: Offices and schools closed
June 16 – Last day of school for students!!! Early release day for all students (11:30 am)
Glen Haven Elementary School PTA 