CHIPMUNK COURIER
Chesterbrook Elementary School PTA Digest
2015-2016 Edition #31

 

Leaping Lizards!!

We had so much fun learning about snakes, lizards and other reptiles during Family Fun Night!

stack_of_books.jpgSpring Book Fair -- VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

 
We need your help to make the Spring Book Fair a success! This fun event is a great opportunity to inspire young readers and have fun with family and friends.
 
Volunteers help with book recommendations, check out, set up and reading with students! Did we mention, volunteers get first pick of the books??? Shifts are available throughout the day!

Dates: April 26, 27, 28th
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Chesterbrook Library

Don't forget about Milk & Cookie Night on Wednesday, (5:30 - 7:30 pm) with surprise readers for storytime in the pod, raffle baskets and book recommendations from our own, Ms. Reid. 

Please sign up to volunteer using this link: Click Here.  There are opportunities for adults and middle school students.  Thank you!

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Spring Bike Collection April 30th
 
Please Hang on to Unwanted Bikes for the 6th GRADE SPRING BIKE COLLECTION
 
Who: The Chesterbrook Community on behalf of Bikes for the World
What: A bike collection to support those in need
When: Saturday April, 30th 2016
Where: Chesterbrook Elementary from 10am-2pm
Why: To deliver old bikes, adult and child sized, to new owners overseas where they will be used to get someone to school
 
Help change a life by holding onto your used bikes for our upcoming spring collection! Please contact Mrs. Pike ([email protected]) or Robin Hatanpaa ([email protected]) with any questions.
80's Dress Up Day -- Spirit Day April 29th

Get out your neon and scrunches... It's 80's Dress Up Day! 

Show your school spirit by dressing in your favorite 1980's outfit. (Keep in mind the school dress code, PE, recess etc)

When: April 29th
Where: Chesterbrook Elementary
Why: For fun!

For more information, please contact Mrs. Pike

Last Day to Order Yearbooks!

TODAY s the last day to order your yearbook! You can turn in the flyer that was sent home or you can order online at https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/ .  Use the school code 11568816 to order and pay online.  
 
If you have questions, contact Tim Steeg at [email protected].
Teacher Appreciation Week - May 2nd-6th

Teacher Appreciation Week is right around the corner!!! This is an opportunity to show our teachers how much we appreciate all the do for our students, parents and school.

This year's theme is "Teacher's are Everyday Superheroes!"

Additional information is coming soon... So keep your eyes open!

SummerQuest
Register for Summer Quest 2016

Summer Quest is sponsored by the Chesterbrook PTA and provides fun, educational sessions for your elementary school child over four (4) one-week sessions each summer, with morning and afternoon sessions and an after-camp program. The sessions are primarily taught by Chesterbrook Elementary teachers. Camps will run in week-long sessions July 11 - August 5 with classes for rising kindergartners through rising 7th graders. Cost is $160 per session.

Registration is open for a few weeks and classes are filling. Registration is not limited to Chesterbrook students, so feel free to spread the word to friends and neighbors!

Just a few of our great Summer Quest classes this year:

  • Step up to Kindergarten (Weeks 1 and 4 for grade K);
  • Reading is Fun (Weeks 1 and 4 for grades 1-2);
  • Creative Writing Arts & Crafts (Weeks 1 and 4 for grades 2-4);
  • Flag Football (Week 1 for grades 3-6);
  • Math Games  (Weeks 2 and 4 for grades K-2);
  • Engineer Design (Weeks 2 and 4 for grades 3-5);
  • Food + Fitness = Fun (Weeks 2 and 4 for grades 3-6);
  • Hollywood (Weeks 3 and 4 for 1-2); 
  • Get Fit with Swift (Week 3 for grades 3-6); and
  • ESOL (Week 3 mornings grades K-2; afternoon grades 3-6) - Just Added
More details about these classes and all of this summer's offerings, as well as Summer Quest policies, can be found at the links below. Please email questions to [email protected].
Save the Date - Restaurant Night

Why cook, when you can order out & help the school? Mark your calendars... it's almost time for Restaurant Night!

When: May 17th 4-8 p.m.
Where: Chipotle (directions)
Why: To support Chesterbrook!

Dine in or take out!
How to Raise an Adult - Author Appearance 

The Chesterbrook PTA is pleased to work in conjunction with the Safe Community Coalition (SCC) and other local elementary, middle, and high schools by forming a book club to discuss Julie Lythcott-Haims' book How to Raise an Adult.  Ms Lythcott-Haims is a noted author and former Dean of Freshman at Stanford University, and in her book she presents a convincing vision of the problems inherent in overprotected, overparented, and over-scheduled kids.  Her book offers a smart, compassionate alternative approach for parents who want to foster hearty self-reliance.

The SCC is sponsoring Ms. Lythcott-Haims at the McLean High School Auditorium on Monday, May 2, at 6:30pm and tickets (for $20) can be purchased online at http://raiseanadult.bpt.me.

Longfellow Spring Trivia Night

* When:  Friday, May 13th, Doors open at 6:30pm, Trivia begins at 7:00pm

* Where:  Lecture Hall

* $5 per person, maximum 5 per team

* Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place

* Pizza, drinks, snacks





School Kits for 2016-2017 School Year

The PTA strives to make ordering school kits an easy process for parents ensuring that students arrive at the start of school with the necessary supplies waiting for them at their desks.  Look for supply kit information in the coming weeks via the Chipmunk Courier!  We have worked with teachers to develop supply kit contents with the specific items they feel each student needs for a successful year and this year's supply kits will contain the same quality items as we have had in the past.  Like last year, the supply kits include the quick word books for 2nd graders, two recorders for 3rd graders, and a customized assignment notebook for grades 3rd-6th. Supply kits will be delivered directly to your child's classroom prior to the start of school.




We want YOU! 

Are you looking for a way to be more involved at Chesterbrook?  The PTA is a great way to get involved and meet new families.  If you are interested in a position, big or small, we would love to have you join us.  If you are interested or have questions, please reach out to Amanda Abraham, Heather Heil, or Sarah Hartshorn at [email protected]

Important Dates

April 26-28 - Spring Book Fair
April 29 - 80s Dress Up Day
April 30 - Bikes for the World Bike Drive, 10am-2pm 
May 2 - Spring Picture Day (Class group picture)
May 2 - 6 - Teacher Appreciation Week
May 2 - How to Raise an Adult Author Appearance, 6:30pm at McLean High
May 6 - Eric Energy, 6:30 pm 
May 11 - PTA Meeting, 7pm
May 13 - Longfellow Trivia Night, 6:30pm
May 17 - Chipotle Restaurant Night
In Case You Missed It
  • Register your Grocery Cards here.
  • Spirit Wear is now available for purchase. Buy here.
  • Don't Forget to Clip Box Tops!
  • Use our Amazon site when making purchases to help the school. Click here to access the site.
  • Join the PTA here.
  • Become a Family Friend of the PTA here.
  • Become a Business Friend of the PTA here.
Support Chesterbrook

Your donations help support the following PTA programs:
  • Student Support including updated technology (iPads and laptops), STEM programs, grade-wide grants (GRECO/Colonial Days, Science Fair), field trips, as well as PE, art and music equipment.
  • School Support including staff development, teacher stipends, classroom materials (WordMasters, etc.), media center support, and capital expenditures (new common area furniture and whiteboards).
  • Enrichment Programs including cultural arts and science appreciation assemblies, family fun events such as The Brain Show, health and wellness programs, International Night and the Discovery Gardens.
To join or find out more about the programs:


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