Upcoming Events
May 6 - 10: Educator Appreciation Week
May 6: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Glacial Stone Nursery from 12:00 - 2:30 p.m. (Mrs. Stilen's Class)
May 7: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Glacial Stone Nursery from 8:30 - 11:00 a.m. (Mrs. Yaklyvich's Class)
May 7: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Glacial Stone Nursery from 12:00 - 2:30 p.m. (Mrs. Sasse's Class)
May 8: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Glacial Stone Nursery from 8:30 - 11:00 a.m. (Mrs. Welch's Class)
May 8: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Glacial Stone Nursery from 12:00 - 2:30 p.m. (Mr. Moon's Class)
May 13: Facilities Planning Session for Rexford/Longfellow Families from 3:45 - 4:45 p.m. in the Longfellow Cafeteria
May 14: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Navarino Nature Center from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. (Mrs. Welch’s & Ms. Yaklyvich’s Classes)
May 14: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Navarino Nature Center from 11:30 - 2:30 p.m. (Mrs. Sasse & Mrs. Stilen's Classes)
May 17: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Navarino Nature Center from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. (Mr. Moon's Class)
May 23: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Marion Historical Society from 8:30 - 2:00 p.m.
May 29: Kindergarten Field Trip to Navarino Nature Center from 8:30 - 2:20 p.m.
May 30: 1st Grade Field Trip to Navarino Nature Center from 8:15 - 1:30 p.m.
May 31: 2nd Grade Field Trip to NEW Zoo from 8:15 - 2:30 p.m.
June 4: 4th Grade Field Trip to Heritage Hill from 8:15 - 2:45 p.m.
June 4: 2nd Grade Field Trip to Clintonville REC Center from 8:30 - 1:00 p.m.
June 5: Kindergarten Field Trip to the Green Bay Botanical Gardens and Pamperin Park from 8:30 - 2:15 p.m.
June 5: 1st Grade Field Trip to Clintonville REC Center from 10 - 11:30 a.m.
June 6: Last Day of School (FULL DAY)
May 6: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Glacial Stone Nursery from 12:00 - 2:30 p.m. (Mrs. Stilen's Class)
May 7: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Glacial Stone Nursery from 8:30 - 11:00 a.m. (Mrs. Yaklyvich's Class)
May 7: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Glacial Stone Nursery from 12:00 - 2:30 p.m. (Mrs. Sasse's Class)
May 8: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Glacial Stone Nursery from 8:30 - 11:00 a.m. (Mrs. Welch's Class)
May 8: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Glacial Stone Nursery from 12:00 - 2:30 p.m. (Mr. Moon's Class)
May 13: Facilities Planning Session for Rexford/Longfellow Families from 3:45 - 4:45 p.m. in the Longfellow Cafeteria
May 14: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Navarino Nature Center from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. (Mrs. Welch’s & Ms. Yaklyvich’s Classes)
May 14: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Navarino Nature Center from 11:30 - 2:30 p.m. (Mrs. Sasse & Mrs. Stilen's Classes)
May 17: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Navarino Nature Center from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. (Mr. Moon's Class)
May 23: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Marion Historical Society from 8:30 - 2:00 p.m.
May 29: Kindergarten Field Trip to Navarino Nature Center from 8:30 - 2:20 p.m.
May 30: 1st Grade Field Trip to Navarino Nature Center from 8:15 - 1:30 p.m.
May 31: 2nd Grade Field Trip to NEW Zoo from 8:15 - 2:30 p.m.
June 4: 4th Grade Field Trip to Heritage Hill from 8:15 - 2:45 p.m.
June 4: 2nd Grade Field Trip to Clintonville REC Center from 8:30 - 1:00 p.m.
June 5: Kindergarten Field Trip to the Green Bay Botanical Gardens and Pamperin Park from 8:30 - 2:15 p.m.
June 5: 1st Grade Field Trip to Clintonville REC Center from 10 - 11:30 a.m.
June 6: Last Day of School (FULL DAY)
A Message from the Associate Principal
Be sure to tune in to the Rexford/Longfellow Facebook page on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. for "Tucked-In Tuesdays," during which a staff member from the school will read a book to whomever is listening. This idea began to take shape back when our winter weather kept us from school that very first time in January. Since we couldn't be together physically, I thought that taking advantage of a digital avenue might be worth exploring. That first video had several thousand views! From there, it became a bit of a Snow Day "tradition." With the winter weather now behind us, I wanted to continue to be able to provide this opportunity for the students, with different staff partaking in the fun of it all.
Remember that reading with your child each night is one of the best gifts you can give them. National studies have shown that the love of reading drops drastically at age 9 and it’s no wonder, as studies also show that this is the age that most adults stop reading aloud to their children. Whether its a picture book, a novel, or an entire series, help them develop strong literacy skills by reading together. Vanessa Moran (715) 823-7215 ext. 3201 [email protected] |
PTO News
We just wanted to take this opportunity to share what transpired at the March PTO (Parent/Teacher Organization) Meeting earlier this month. We started off the meeting by reviewing the STEAM Family Night that had been held just a few weeks prior. After that, we moved right into the planning of the for Teacher Appreciation Week, which is coming up from May 6 - 10, 2019. In an effort to show the staff how much we appreciate their efforts, several special meals will be held for them throughout the week.
The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 7th beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the Rexford/Longfellow Library. Childcare will be available once again so feel free to bring your children along. Hope to see you there!
The PTO Leadership Council
Jodie Kautz, Ryan Joren, Drew Lundt, Sonya Parks, and Amy Zempel
The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 7th beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the Rexford/Longfellow Library. Childcare will be available once again so feel free to bring your children along. Hope to see you there!
The PTO Leadership Council
Jodie Kautz, Ryan Joren, Drew Lundt, Sonya Parks, and Amy Zempel
Collection Help Needed
We are continuing to collect Box Tops for Education, Econo receipts, bag strips, and Our Family UPC symbols. If your student(s) bring in a sandwich bag full of any combination of the above, their name(s) get put into a drawing that will happen later this month. Please write the name(s) of the student(s) and grade level on the bag. If you have more than one student, you can put each of their names on the bag so they are all entered into the drawing.
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Library Corner
Don't forget to send in any old markers to the library to be recycled as part of the Crayola ColorCycle program. Since 2013, they have re-purposed more than 70 tons of expended markers in the United States and Canada.
Please help support our efforts by sending your kids in with any used markers you may have around the house- even non-Crayola brands! Highlighters and dry erase markers can also be included. The drop-off box will be located in the library for your child to deposit the markers.
Thank you to everyone who has participated thus far! With the help of parents like you across the country, the Crayola ColorCycle program can continue to keep tons of plastic out of landfills each year.
Please help support our efforts by sending your kids in with any used markers you may have around the house- even non-Crayola brands! Highlighters and dry erase markers can also be included. The drop-off box will be located in the library for your child to deposit the markers.
Thank you to everyone who has participated thus far! With the help of parents like you across the country, the Crayola ColorCycle program can continue to keep tons of plastic out of landfills each year.
School Office News
Please make note that any items left in the Lost and Found at the end of the school year will be donated, so be sure to stop and by and check it out if your child is missing anything. Students are regularly encouraged to look for items they are missing there, but their efforts aren't always successful. There is everything from hats and gloves, to snow pants, boots, shoes, lunch boxes, water bottles, and more!
Counselor's Corner
Apologizing when you have done something wrong is a skill, and it needs to be taught, just like any other skill. Everyone knows how empty a forced apology feels. Not real great. Give the 4 part apology a try and work it into your family's vocabulary! I have used this at school when working with students and have found it to be quite successful. I hope that works just the same for you!
Feel free to recreate this poster, post somewhere handy and use it every time someone needs to make an apology. Jenny Bachman (715) 823-7215 ext. 3219 [email protected] |
From the Superintendent
In April, the Clintonville Public School District began its facilities analysis process in partnership with Hoffman Planning, Design, and Construction. Information gathering has started with engineers visiting school district facilities that will include a facilities assessment of physical conditions, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, safety and security, building code review, energy usage, site conditions, sustainability report, and programming analysis, In addition, the scheduling of several opportunities for staff, parent, and community input sessions in small groups is beginning. Hoffman's work uses a process of creating a school facilities plan involving a shared community vision about the kinds of education its citizens want. Their goal is visit with everyone while learning the thoughts and experiences associated with the current perceptions and feelings with in the community. After the analysis work is completed, the next steps involve the discussion of findings and finalizing potential recommendations. Please look for upcoming communication regarding opportunities to visit with the Hoffman representatives in the near future.
David C. Dyb, Ed.D.
715-823-7215 ext. 2604
[email protected]
David C. Dyb, Ed.D.
715-823-7215 ext. 2604
[email protected]
School Board News
In addition to this date, another Hoffman planning session dedicated specifically to the families of Rexford / Longfellow students will be held on Monday, May 13th from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. in the Rexford / Longfellow cafeteria. If you can join us at that time, we would love to have you there to share your thoughts about the future of our facilities in the Clintonville Public School District.
The Trucker Way Minute
Pictured below are all the students who were nominated in the month of March for the "Terrific Trucker" award. Each month, all students who are nominated are recognized at our monthly assembly, with one student from each grade level randomly chosen to take a ride on fire truck around town.
Helpful Tips from the Health Office: Measles Outbreak Update 2019 and What You Need to Know as you Prepare for Summer Travel
If you’ve listened to both national and local news these past few months you have most likely have heard about the measles outbreaks right here in the U.S.A. As you begin to plan for your summer vacation remember to ensure not only are your bags packed, but your body has been properly treated to prevent you and your children from developing the measles.
CURRENT OUTBREAK FINDINGS
Between January 1, 2019 to April 11, 2019 the CDC reports there have been 555 individual confirmed measles cases in 20 states (Measles Cases and Outbreaks, 2019). These affected 20 states currently include: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Texas and Washington. There are current ongoing outbreaks in 6 of these states- which is defined as an unvaccinated person exposed to the measles virus through individuals who recently have traveled abroad or communities with unvaccinated persons (Measles Cases and Outbreaks, 2019).
THE RISKS
Measles is a highly contagious virus that is spread by coughing and sneezing of an infected person. The virus can live in the air space for up to 2 hours following the infected person coughing or sneezing. Measles is a virus and cannot be treated with antibiotics, antibiotics are used only for treatment of a bacterial infection.
SYMPTOMS OF MEASLES
Following close contact with an infected person if the virus is contracted signs and symptoms generally appear about 7-14 days later. The newly infected person may develop high fevers (102 or greater), cough, runny nose and/or red watery eyes. About 3-5 days after initial symptoms develop the infected person may begin to have tiny white spots inside their mouth and they may develop a rash. The measles rash begins as flat red spots that appear on the face at the hairline and spread down the face, trunk, arms, legs and feet.
COMMON COMPLICATIONS
Many infected individuals develop ear infections or diarrhea. Children younger than 5 or adults 20 and older are more likely to experience complications when infected with the measles virus. In serious cases the infected person (1 out of 20) may develop pneumonia, 1 out of 1,000 infected persons may develop encephalitis (swelling of the brain) and for every 1,000 children infected with measles, 1-2 will die from it (Complications of Measles, 2018).
PREVENTION OF MEASLES
Prevention of measles is acquired by receiving both recommended MMR vaccines. The first dose is typically given when a child is 12-15 months old (this is about 93% effective in protecting against the measles virus) and the second dose is given when they are between 4-6 years of age (this increases the protection against measles to 97%). If the child or adult missed any doses or never received their MMR vaccine they still can protect themselves by talking with their doctor and receiving the recommended doses.
VACATION CHECKLIST ADDITION
If your family is planning on doing any travel outside of Wisconsin it is encouraged that you and your children are up to date on their vaccines as directed. Talk with your child’s physician about whether or not they need any additional vaccines. There is no telling if we will be able to keep the measles virus out of our own state so the CDC is encouraging all people to make sure they are up to date on their vaccinations to prevent themselves, and their children, from getting the measles.
References
Complication of Measles. (2018). Retrieved from: https://www.cdc.gov/measles/about/complications.html
Measles Cases and Outbreaks. (2019). Retrieved from: https://www.cdc.gov/measles/cases-outbreaks.html
Transmission of Measles. (2018). Retrieved from: https://www.cdc.gov/measles/about/transmission.html
CURRENT OUTBREAK FINDINGS
Between January 1, 2019 to April 11, 2019 the CDC reports there have been 555 individual confirmed measles cases in 20 states (Measles Cases and Outbreaks, 2019). These affected 20 states currently include: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Texas and Washington. There are current ongoing outbreaks in 6 of these states- which is defined as an unvaccinated person exposed to the measles virus through individuals who recently have traveled abroad or communities with unvaccinated persons (Measles Cases and Outbreaks, 2019).
THE RISKS
Measles is a highly contagious virus that is spread by coughing and sneezing of an infected person. The virus can live in the air space for up to 2 hours following the infected person coughing or sneezing. Measles is a virus and cannot be treated with antibiotics, antibiotics are used only for treatment of a bacterial infection.
SYMPTOMS OF MEASLES
Following close contact with an infected person if the virus is contracted signs and symptoms generally appear about 7-14 days later. The newly infected person may develop high fevers (102 or greater), cough, runny nose and/or red watery eyes. About 3-5 days after initial symptoms develop the infected person may begin to have tiny white spots inside their mouth and they may develop a rash. The measles rash begins as flat red spots that appear on the face at the hairline and spread down the face, trunk, arms, legs and feet.
COMMON COMPLICATIONS
Many infected individuals develop ear infections or diarrhea. Children younger than 5 or adults 20 and older are more likely to experience complications when infected with the measles virus. In serious cases the infected person (1 out of 20) may develop pneumonia, 1 out of 1,000 infected persons may develop encephalitis (swelling of the brain) and for every 1,000 children infected with measles, 1-2 will die from it (Complications of Measles, 2018).
PREVENTION OF MEASLES
Prevention of measles is acquired by receiving both recommended MMR vaccines. The first dose is typically given when a child is 12-15 months old (this is about 93% effective in protecting against the measles virus) and the second dose is given when they are between 4-6 years of age (this increases the protection against measles to 97%). If the child or adult missed any doses or never received their MMR vaccine they still can protect themselves by talking with their doctor and receiving the recommended doses.
VACATION CHECKLIST ADDITION
If your family is planning on doing any travel outside of Wisconsin it is encouraged that you and your children are up to date on their vaccines as directed. Talk with your child’s physician about whether or not they need any additional vaccines. There is no telling if we will be able to keep the measles virus out of our own state so the CDC is encouraging all people to make sure they are up to date on their vaccinations to prevent themselves, and their children, from getting the measles.
References
Complication of Measles. (2018). Retrieved from: https://www.cdc.gov/measles/about/complications.html
Measles Cases and Outbreaks. (2019). Retrieved from: https://www.cdc.gov/measles/cases-outbreaks.html
Transmission of Measles. (2018). Retrieved from: https://www.cdc.gov/measles/about/transmission.html
News from Trucker U
Just a friendly reminder to everyone to please drive slowly through the back parking lot. We want to ensure all students are safe during pick-up time and are asking all to be mindful of how fast you are driving. Also, if you need to come inside to get your child, please park your car in the parking spaces and come in. Please do not leave your car in the pick-up line where cars behind you can become stuck or have to pull around you. We thank everyone in trying to keep our students safe!
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Trucker U Important Dates May 1: No Trucker U May 16: Last Day of Trucker U |
P.E. Happenings
EVERY KID HEALTHY WEEK
Every Kid Healthy Week was held April 23 - April 26 and Longfellow students enjoyed a week of healthy adventures! During Physical Education class, students made and tasted healthy fruit and yogurt smoothies. However, they didn't use a regular blender to make them; instead they used a special blender attached to a bike and students had to pedal the bike to generate energy for the blender to mix the ingredients! Students also saw a new item in the salad bar line each day, including kiwi, radishes, snow peas and clementines! Funding for this week of healthy adventures was made possible by an Action For Healthy Kids Grant.
TAKE HOME TUBS
Thanks for recent funding by Herb Kohl through the Donors Choose program, your child will have the opportunity to win the chance at "taking home a tub" of Physical Education equipment to use for one week. The tub is filled with many items that can be enjoyed by the whole family! Students will be receiving a permission form that must be signed and returned. Families must agree to use the items in a safe, responsible and respectful way and return the Take Home Tub and contents after one week. Five lucky winners will be drawn each week. We hope that our families will enjoy being active together! In addition, each tub has a journal and students are asked to respond to prompts before returning the tub to school. It's going to be a lot of fun!
PHYSICAL EDUCATION EQUIPMENT CHECK OUT
Starting in May, students will also have an opportunity to win the chance to check out a piece of Physical Education equipment to use for one week. This program will work similarly to the "Take Home Tub" project. As we pilot this new program, we will select three students per grade level each week. Our goal is to encourage physical activity outside of the school day and to provide an opportunity for families to enjoy activity together! One of our Running Club Leadership Council members came up with the idea for this program. We hope our students AND families enjoy it!
Every Kid Healthy Week was held April 23 - April 26 and Longfellow students enjoyed a week of healthy adventures! During Physical Education class, students made and tasted healthy fruit and yogurt smoothies. However, they didn't use a regular blender to make them; instead they used a special blender attached to a bike and students had to pedal the bike to generate energy for the blender to mix the ingredients! Students also saw a new item in the salad bar line each day, including kiwi, radishes, snow peas and clementines! Funding for this week of healthy adventures was made possible by an Action For Healthy Kids Grant.
TAKE HOME TUBS
Thanks for recent funding by Herb Kohl through the Donors Choose program, your child will have the opportunity to win the chance at "taking home a tub" of Physical Education equipment to use for one week. The tub is filled with many items that can be enjoyed by the whole family! Students will be receiving a permission form that must be signed and returned. Families must agree to use the items in a safe, responsible and respectful way and return the Take Home Tub and contents after one week. Five lucky winners will be drawn each week. We hope that our families will enjoy being active together! In addition, each tub has a journal and students are asked to respond to prompts before returning the tub to school. It's going to be a lot of fun!
PHYSICAL EDUCATION EQUIPMENT CHECK OUT
Starting in May, students will also have an opportunity to win the chance to check out a piece of Physical Education equipment to use for one week. This program will work similarly to the "Take Home Tub" project. As we pilot this new program, we will select three students per grade level each week. Our goal is to encourage physical activity outside of the school day and to provide an opportunity for families to enjoy activity together! One of our Running Club Leadership Council members came up with the idea for this program. We hope our students AND families enjoy it!
Volunteer Spotlight
Nikki Loose, parent of Lily and Landon, volunteers in several 3rd grade classrooms. As part of that volunteerism, she works with students, puts up bulletin boards, grades papers, puts together projects, hangs posters and other student work, and does absolutely anything that is asked of her.
Nikki is such a warm, helpful person and really goes above and beyond to help. Thanks for being such a tremendous asset to our school. |
Summer School
Even though online registration is now closed, it's not too late to sign up for Summer School. Contact April Shufelt at (715) 823 - 7215, extension 2500, to sign up.
For more information, please visit the summer school website here |
May and June Lunch Menu
*** COMMUNITY CORNER ***
Safe Rides for Kids
Wise Guys Rock of Ages Fun Run/Walk
Swimming Lessons at the CHS Rec Center
Your Opinion Matters
Thank you so much for taking the time to read through this newsletter. It is our hope that your found it helpful and informative. If you have any suggestions on how it can be improved or other types of information you would like to see included, please e-mail Associate Principal, Vanessa Moran, at [email protected] to let her know.
The feedback that has been shared so far has been overwhelmingly positive and is very much appreciated. Please continue to share your thoughts with Mrs. Moran so this can continue to be a resource for you and your family. |