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June 18 - July 13
Chance Summer Camp
July 1
Back to School Forms Due
August 1
RSVP for "New to Chance" Parent Orientation
August 3
"New to Chance School" Parent Orientation
9:00am - 10:30am
August 17 & 20
Parent/Teacher/Student Opening Conferences
School Store Open
August 22
First Day of School for all 3-day and 5-day students
August 27
First Day of School for 2-day students
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Back to School Papers
Remember to complete your "Back to School" Papers and return to the office by July 1st!
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Many Thanks!
We would like to extend a big THANK YOU to our Parents' Council Committee Chairs and all of their committee members for their wonderful work this year.
Auction
Sue Pearman
Mica Jochim
Fall Festival
Celeste Verderosa
Family Mentoring
Penny Peavler Grass
Library Helpers
Laura Clark
Retail Cash Back
Heather Leslie
Scholastic Ongoing Sales
Kim Tabler
Service Projects
Sarah Cummings
Jen Rue
School Store
Gretchen Davis
Spiritwear Sales
Chris and Tasha Hellmann
Social Events
Ashley Campbell
Innisbrook Sales
Bethany Jones
Wine and Cheese Social
Ellen and Karl Strand
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Gail Lotze Appreciation Day
By Gail Lotze, Head of School As I wind down my 34 years at Chance School, 19 of those years as Head of School, I want to thank each and every member of the Chance community for the many kind words, notes, gifts and surprises left on my desk. I am adding all of these heartfelt gestures to my "treasure chest" of great Chance School memories. Needless to say, my treasure chest is overflowing. Below is one of my last treasured memories involving my greatest passion, the children. On Friday, May 18, the school celebrated me with "Gail Lotze Appreciation Day". It was a surprise event and BOY! was it ever a surprise. I had seen children come to school that  morning with flowers and some children even said the flowers were for me. I knew that the children were asked to take the flowers to their teachers and really thought no more about it. But the grand surprise was yet to come. At 1:30 that afternoon I was asked to come to the lobby and there, waiting for me were all of the elementary students as well as the Chums children and of, course, their teachers. The lobby was completely filled with children brimming with smiles from ear to ear, complete with a "Cheshire cat" look. (Very quietly, while I was working in my office, the children, faculty and staff tiptoed into the lobby and took their designated places for their special performance). When I opened the office door and gasped in amazement (and yes, with tears streaming down my cheeks), the children enthusiastically began singing a special song that Donna Hampton, our Music Specialist, wrote about me! Artistically designed signage and colorful placards provided added emphasis to the show. After an encore performance I was presented with many beautiful arrangements of fresh flowers that would be the  envy of any florist and individually designed cards wishing me well. As the children began returning to their normal activities, I was surrounded by many for individual and group hugs. The entire experience was incredibly touching and one that I will always fondly remember. You have probably seen the Facebook photos which captured the event. What the photos did not reveal was my heart bursting with pride, seeing the children delight in recognizing and honoring me! This was yet another example of my pride in Chance School and the important work of the school that prepares the children for a lifelong love of learning. As I conclude my time as Head of School, I am reminded by special words from cowboy and American icon, Roy Rogers, who so eloquently stated many, many times, "Happy trails to you...until we meet again". Most sincerely, Gail Lotze
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Congratulations Graduates!
By Sue Musson, Program Coordinator
As another school year draws to an end and we send our graduates off to various middle schools in the community, I am reminded of each child's amazing "journey of lea rning" and the value of completing the Chance School program. As a result of our enriching program and our respectful approach to educating the whole child, each leaves well-educated, capable, and with a strong sense of character and integrity. Chance School is committed to the value and strength of these ideals; knowing that during these formative years, each child establishes the skills and attitudes that become a foundation for a life time. Graduates - May you each remain an actively, involved learner in and out of the classroom. Find ways to celebrate who you are and explore all that you have to offer by contributing to your family, school and community. Congratulations on all of your individual accomplishments! Following is a list of our amazing graduates and the school they will each attend: Alyssa Cornish - Kentucky Country Day School George Downs - Louisville Collegiate School Kase Fenley - Louisville Collegiate School Jacob Fowler - Kentucky Country Day School Clayton French - Holy Spirit Scout Grass - St. Francis School Eliza Hardin - Noe Middle School Caden Kirby - St. Francis School Luke Lyle - Meyzeek Middle School Sam McDermott - Louisville Collegiate School Ari ana Mehrotra - Louisville Collegiate School Gabe Mutchnick - Louisville Collegiate School Tristen Scoggins - Walden School Nicole Stallard - Leipzig International School, Germany Eliza Steenrod - Louisville Collegiate School Lily Thornewill - Louisville Collegiate School Alan Ziegler - St. Francis School
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Roots & Shoots
By Sarah Cummins, Outdoor Classroom Specialist
During our last Roots & Shoots meeting of the year, we celebrated the six members of our group who will be graduating. They each planted a native shrub near the Chance School  compost bin (Ariana, Nicole, and Scout chose the Swamp Rose while Jacob, Kase, and Alyssa chose the Chokeberry). We will think of them each time we dispose of our trash responsibly, park in that area of the lower parking lot, or just go for a walk to enjoy the natural beauty around our school. It has been such a joy to have them in the group. They have brought positive attitudes, creative ideas and a touching desire to help their community. These plants are a beautiful reminder of the hard work that they did to make our school a better place.
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Kentucky Green and Healthy Schools
By Sarah Cummins, Outdoor Classroom Specialist
The 8 committee leaders of the Green and Healthy School's program (they call themselves the "earthworm s") were invited to attend the annual youth summit in Frankfort. They were able to view environmental projects that other schools in Kentucky have done and learn about ways that we can make
our school more environmentally friendly. They heard a speech from Dr. Leonard K. Peters, Secretary of the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet and received a certificate on behalf of the School for being a candidate school in the program.
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Thank You
By Debbie McCoy, Director of Development
We are pleased to announce that Katy Collis will be returning as one of our 2012-13 Parents' Council Presidents. She will be joined by Melanie Salsbury. The 2013 Chance Auction will be chaired by Sue Pearman who enjoyed co-chairing the 2012 Auction so much she decided to give it another go! Parents' Council and Auction both benefit by having experience on their sides. They will all be filling their committee chair positions over the next few months. Please contact them if you are interested in serving: Melanielb@insightbb.com, kcollis@bellsouth.net.
Many thanks to the entire 2011-12 Parents' Council Chairs and Committees. Katy Collis and Chris Baltas put together a great group of chairs and they did much hard work behind the scenes to be sure our parent volunteers were informed and organized.
Finally, a big THANK YOU to the rest of our Parents' Council Chairs and all of their committee members for all of their wonderful work this year.
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Chance Parents - You've Got Homework
As preparations for the 2012-2013 school year begin, parents have much to do. Click on the "School To Do" List for helpful school reminders.
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"New to Chance" Parents - Welcome!
We are excited to welcome you to the Chance School community.
As you prepare for life at Chance, listed on the Welcome "New to Chance" Families are things you can expect in the next months. Any questions, please contact the school office at 502.425.6904 or admissions@chanceschool.org. We want the transition for you and your child to be an easy one.
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2012-2013 "Back to School" Papers Due July 1
You have 4 weeks...and counting.... to get these papers in for the upcoming school year... so we suggest you get started now! Click on the "Back to School" Contacts for the packet's basic outline and contact information.
Several friendly reminders.....
1. We must have valid, current forms on file for EACH student and EACH parent for EACH school year so that your child may attend class and participate in school-related events and so that you may participate in school related-events (in the classroom, in the school, on field trips for example).
2. Please put these papers in a SAFE spot so as not to misplace them. To replace any papers in the packet, you will print what you need from the "Back to School" section of the internal website.
3. Contact the office with any questions. 502.425.6904 or office@chanceschool.org
Don't forget! An incentive is being offered for being organized and timely - the school will award one family $50.00 for meeting the July 1 deadline! Your name will be entered if and when you send in complete paperwork for each student (and his/her parent(s)) on or before the due date!
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Order Elementary Student School Supplies by June 30
at www.ordermypack.com
In addition to shopping at local stores and at Chance's School Store, Chance parents with children entering Kindergarten - Intermediate 5 have a third option - Innisbrook online. As a service to parents with elementary students, Innisbrook is able to supply MOST items in grade-level specific School Supply Packs.
1. Go to www.ordermypack.com, enter Chance School number 115747.
2. Select the appropriate grade pack. Be sure to choose your child's 2012-2013 grade.
3. Pay with credit card at checkout. Cost per pack includes shipping charges. $1.50 handling fee will be added to each pack at checkout.
4. Order dates: 5.1.12-6.30.12 only
5. Your Back-to-School Pack will ship directly to your home before the first day of class.
6. Questions? Contact Debbie McCoy at 502.425.6904 or deb@chanceschool.org, or Innisbrook Customer Service at 1.800.334.8461.
Refer to Student Supply List for details.
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Your Link to Information - The Chance School Website
Currently, the internal site for Chance parents and personnel includes information from the 2011-2012 school year. After June 15, information from the 2011-2012 year will no longer be available online - directories and specific class information, for example. If you need names and contact information for summer birthday parties or play dates, please make a copy of what is currently online.
As information becomes available for the 2012-2013 school year, the internal site will be updated during the summer months and throughout the school year. From your child's class activities or to school-wide events, from Parent Handbook to Directories, details are posted for easy access via the Parent Login.
- Returning Chance families will continue to use their established user names and passwords.
- Each "New to Chance" parent will receive an email in July, giving instructions to set up an account with user name and password for the private site.
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