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October 14, 2011           

Charles F. Tigard Elementary School

12855 SW Grant Street

Tigard, OR  97223

503-431-4400 office

503-431-4310 fax

503-431-4405 attendance line

Visit our web page at www.ttsd.k12.or.us/charles-f-tigard-elementary

A message from our Principal, Mrs. Hennelly…….

Our PSO is working hard to provide a wide variety of activities for our families and students throughout the school year.  Their goal is to build a sense of unity within our community by bringing our families together, and to support the students of CFT.  They are offering a wide range of activities, from free family nights to fundraisers, hoping that one or more might appeal to your family. Please select the activities or events that your family is most excited about, but do not feel obligated to participate in every event or fundraiser that they are sponsoring.  They are providing many opportunities iin order to reach a variety of tastes and interests.

One event to consider attending is Art in the Burbs happening this weekend at Alberta Rider School.  This event is sponsored by The Foundation for Tigard Tualatin Schools, and the proceeds benefit all of the schools in our district, including CFT.  See their website for more details – www.foundationforsmartkids.org.

                                               Wanda Hennelly

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A Note From our PSO -- HELP NEEDED!!!

We need a few adults to help with taking food to the tables and clearing tables at our Burgerville Costume Party on October 25.  If you can help please call Michelle Briggs at 503-670-0710 or at pdxbriggs@comcast.net.  Thank you!!

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NOTE these upcoming dates:

Fri., Oct. 21-Oct. 23: Art in the Burbs (Foundation for Tigard Tualatin Schools) at Alberta Rider Elementary

Tues., Oct. 25:    *Burgerville Costume Party 4-8

                           *3^rd Gr. Walking Field Trip to downtown Tigard

Thurs., Oct. 27:    Book Fair, 10 am – 7 pm

Thurs., Oct. 27:    No School (training/conferences)

Fri., Oct. 28:         No School (conferences)

Mon., Oct. 31- Fri., Nov. 4: Book Fair 11:00 to 1:00, and 2:20-3:00

Fri., Nov. 4:         Favorite Sport Team Day

Sun., Nov. 6:        Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Fundraiser sponsored by Foundation for Tigard Tualatin Schools

Fri., Nov. 18:       PSO meeting in library 12:45-2:15

Mon., Nov. 21-Nov. 25: No school all week; see district calendar

Mon., Dec. 19-Mon., Jan. 2: Winter Break; district closed

Tues., Jan. 3:     School resumes

* TTSD entire year calendar can be found at www.ttsd.k12.or.us, News, Calendars, 2011-12 School Calendar.

* Information for The Foundation for Tigard Tualatin Schools can be found at www.foundationforsmartkids.org.

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Burgerville Costume Party- October 25 – Use Scrip!

Burgerville Scrip will be available for purchase in the front office Monday October 24th and Tuesday October 25th.  The gift cards are in $10 increments.  Please bring exact change or check made out to CFT PSO.  Thank you!

(See Pg. 3 for Help Wanted for this event.)      

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PAW Winners for Friday, October 14:

Kinders:       Calvin in Mrs. Schmittman’s Class

1^st Grade:     Macey in Mrs. Reid’s Class

2^nd Grade:    Andy in Mrs. Nichols’ Class

3rd Grade:    Servando in Mr. Arieta-Walden’s class, and Cyrus in Mrs. Bruno’s

4th Grade:    Oscar in Mrs. Esterline’s Class

5th Grade:    Juan H. in Mrs. Foote’s Class

The Bus:       Nicole G.. on Bus 16

These people received a goodie from Mrs. Hennelley’s Goodie Box.  Way to go, everyone, and keep those PAWS coming in!

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ART IN THE BURBS!!!  The Foundation for Tigard Tualatin Schools presents Art In The Burbs, a fine art exhbit and sale.  20% of the local artists’ proceeds go to support the arts in ALL 16 Tigard Tualatin schools.  This year we are bringing back the Opening Night Preview Reception, Fri., Oct. 21, 6-9 pm.  Come join us for complimentary appetizers, mocktails and door prizes, and make those early purchases ($2 suggested donation at entry). AITB has selected nearly 100 NW artists displaying pottery, woodwork, jewelry, fused glass, fiber arts, watercolor, photography outdoor art & more.  For directions, volunteer sign-up and more details go to www.artintheburbs.org.

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Reminder – For the safety of all of our kiddos we need notes, please!

If your student has a “change of routine” regarding afternoon transportation please send a signed note to the office prior to class starting.  The note is logged and sent with the students to their teacher. 

If your student is going home on the bus with another student both parents need to send a note.  The note is logged and then  given to the student to give to the bus driver.

If you have a middle schooler who rides the elementary bus on their Wed. Late Arrival:  The bus drivers have asked we remind you they need a note from the parent giving permission for them to ride that bus to the elementary school.   

Thank you for remembering that not only are we short-staffed in the office at this time, but the office staff hours are reduced this year. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

LOST AND FOUND!

Make certain you check the lost and found in Café Charles for your missing clothing or lunch boxes.  All left items will be donated to the Caring Closet the first week of November, so be certain to check it.

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TurkeyThon!  NW Oregon’s #1 Thanksgiving event!  5K & 10K at 9:30 am at Cook Park benefiting… 

Event is chip-timed; keep the chip.  Register early at www.uberthons.com/turkeythontigard

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BOO!!! 

What ARE we doing at CFT for Halloween?????

Halloween is Monday, October 31, 2011 and we at CFT will be celebrating in the following ways:

Kindergarteners ONLY may wear their costumes all school day if they wish to.

1^st thru 5^th may change into their costumes at 1:00 pm ONLY.

We will have our traditional CFT parade at 1:15; all parents welcome with cameras!

PLEASE keep in mind that costumes must be appropriate for all ages in our school, and must not intimidate, scare or offend others.  Also, no real or simulated weapons allowed!

You will hear from your individual teacher about whether or not your class will be having a Halloween Party.

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Fall Book Fair is Taking Off!

Thursday, October 27 10 am - 7 pm.  New this year, Book Fair will be open during a conference day.  Come shop before or after seeing your child's teacher.

Book Fair will also be open Monday, October 31 through Friday November, 4 every day during lunches (11:00 am - 1:00 pm) and after school (2:20-3:00 pm).

Story Night at the Book Fair!

Thursday, November 3 from 6:30 to 7:30 pm, come to the Book Fair and hear some of your favorite teachers read stories!  Wear your Jammies, drink Hot Cocoa, have  a cookie.  The Book Fair will be open for shopping!

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CFT CHESS CLUB …… is back in session and meeting Wednesdays starting Oct. 19, 2:25 to 4:00 pm in the 4th Grade Pod.  Fee is $20.  CFT Chess Club is an entirely unpaid volunteer effort by CFT parents, the fees paid are used to cover replacement costs of the chess pieces and board, help offset t-shirt costs, and to have the year-end tournament.  Kids may bring a snack.  Volunteers needed, and you do NOT need to know chess to help.  Club size is limited by the number of consistent parent volunteers that participate.  Please contact Ike Eisenhauer at 503-422-6022 or ike@techsensei.com for information.  Sign-ups sheets are in the CFT office.

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Would you like to submit a piece for our newsletter?  Please contact Brenda Anderton at

503-431-4400, or at banderton@ttsd.k12.or.us..  Deadline is noon on Wednesdays.