Peake Elementary School
Mrs. Cindy Phillips came to visit some 3rd grade students in the library this week to tell them stories. The students LOVE listening to her tell stories. She will be back next week to visit with more 3rd grade classes.
Thank you Mrs. Phillips for using your talent to engage our students!
Dyslexia Awareness Month is celebrated in October every year. The month was established by the International Dyslexia Association (IDA) to raise awareness and educate the public about dyslexia.
Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that affects reading and language processing. It's not a sign of low intelligence.
During Dyslexia Awareness Month, people focus on:
Promoting a more inclusive and accessible world for people with dyslexia and low literacy
Celebrating dyslexic excellence
Spreading knowledge and understanding of dyslexia
These are some links to some helpful resources and information.
https://dyslexiaida.org/october-is-dyslexia-awareness-month-2/
Peake PTA met yesterday for their monthly meeting. They had some great conversations about how to support our staff and students!
Being part of Peake PTA is a great way to get involved! They meet monthly in room 207. The next meeting is November 11 at 12:05. Come join!
Candygram order forms are due by Wednesday, October 23rd.
October 18-24th, students can check out our book fair in the library!
Parents, we need your help to make this a successful event! Sign up for a time to volunteer at the book fair. Click here to sign up.
Using a eWallet is a cash-free way Set up an eWallet using our fair's homepage. Click here to go to the homepage.
It's never too late to get involved! If you'd like to help, we would love to get you plugged in.
Register for Watch D.O.G.S. Dads: https://forms.gle/x9dJkVvsUtmBhsAw7
Sign up to volunteer: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1dktJxK_QYGwlVjxkX9ppAFr53kZH4S9NlknBkbxJU3U/edit?usp=sharing
Contact Mrs. Pritchard: griffin.pritchard@arkadelphiaschools.org
Communication folders come home every Tuesday.
3rd Grade Program October 17!
Parent Teacher Conferences October 24.
The Third Grade will present "All American Me and You" on Thursday, October 17th at 1:30 and 6 PM. All third graders will be performing. They will wear nice blue jeans and solid-colored shirts according to their homeroom classes: Mrs. Wyatt and Ms. Cole’s classes should wear WHITE shirts. Mrs. Resnick and Mrs. Hesse’s classes should wear RED shirts. Ms. MaGee’s class should wear BLUE shirts. You may add patriotic extras as long as they do not distract or block students (tall hats, anything that makes noise, etc..). Students should bring their clothes to school in a bag marked with their name for the afternoon performance. They should wear them to school for the evening performance and arrive in the gym by 5:45 PM. We have been working hard on the songs during MUSIC class.
Next week is Red Ribbon Week. Students can participate in these dress up days to help "kick drugs to the curb!"
Early Bird Special price $25
Last day to order for this price is Oct. 18.
Regular price will be $30
2 options to buy:
1. A paper order form came home. Fill it out, send it back with Cash or Check.
2. Order your yearbook online at Jostens.com. Select yearbook, buy yearbook, Peake Elementary School. If you purchase online you will be charged tax.
We are excited to have Family Shared Lunches at Peake! Each homeroom will have a scheduled day for family to join their students for lunch. Adult lunches are cash only and are $4.25 each. You do not have to purchase a lunch to eat with your child. All adults visiting the campus during lunch will be required to check in at the office and provide a driver's license for a visitor's pass. Classroom and recess visits are not allowed at this time.
Ms. Hurst and Mrs. Newman would like to remind everyone that students must wear PE appropriate shoes on their PE day.
Appropriate shoes are: shoes with laces, Velcro, or elastic straps.
Boots, slip on shoes, Hey, Dudes, Jelly sandals/shoes, slides, sandals, crocs, dress shoes, shoes with a heel, and flip flops are not appropriate footwear on PE days.
To ensure the safety of all of our students, those without appropriate footwear will not be able to participate in that day's PE activity.
Please call if you have any questions. (870) 246-2260
Ms. Hurst and Mrs. Newman
As we welcome the month of October, we are excited to introduce our Word of the Month: Self-Direct. This concept is all about encouraging our students to take initiative in their learning and personal growth. Self-direct means being responsible for one's actions, setting goals, and working independently towards achieving them.
Throughout October, we will focus on helping students understand the importance of self-direction. We will incorporate activities and discussions that promote setting personal goals, making thoughtful decisions, and taking ownership of their education. By fostering these skills, we aim to empower our students to become confident and proactive learners.
We encourage parents and guardians to reinforce these ideas at home by discussing the importance of self-direction with your children. Ask them about their goals and how they plan to achieve them. Celebrate their efforts and progress, no matter how small.
Warm regards,
De'Shae Craig
Christopher Golston
School Counselors
