Mr. Davis

Dear Parents,

Please return the large manila envelope, self addressed, and apply 4 stamps to the upper right hand corner.  You will receive your child's report card, testing information, and other important information the week after school is out.  If you do not return the envelope you will not be able to pick up your records until next school year as Eastvalley will be closed this summer, under construction.

Our 5th grade luncheon is the last day of school.  Please let us know if you want to order a lunch that day.  Orders are due Wednesday, May 18, ($5 for a Zaxby's lunch) the kids' lunches are provided from our Chick-Fil-A sales this year :) 

Upcoming Dates:
Tuesday, May 24: 5th Grade Picnic at Terrell Mill  Park.  Parents are welcome to join!! 
Wednesday, May 25:  LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
     11:00-11:30 Awards Day (invitations will come home for those who are receiving an award)
     11:30 - 12:30 Lunch for 5th Grade students and families (Zaxby order forms due Wednesday)
      1:00 - 5th Grade Walk of Honor.  EV students line the hall as our 5th Grade students take their last walk through the halls of Eastvalley.  Don't miss this final event!!

May 24 and 25, Eastvalley will be dismissed one hour early (1:15)

Thank you,

Chris

The last few weeks are upon us!!

Can you believe the school year is almost over?  Time sure has flown by!  Your babies will soon be moving on to Middle School.  Thank you for all your support throughout the year, we couldn't have accomplished anything without you. 

If you have not returned the yellow East Cobb Middle school registration form, please do this as soon as possible. This will make the transition into East Cobb much easier next year.

Below is a copy of the email that was sent out by Mrs. Larsen of upcoming events.  We are looking forward to seeing everyone that can make it at Eastvalley. 

Thursday, May 12 – Field Day

Field Day for the Fifth Grade will be from 8:15 to 11:00 AM.  Coach Albert sent home a volunteer form a few weeks ago.  If you have misplaced it, and are interested in volunteering, please Coach Albert or Sue Larsen know.  If you are unable to volunteer, but would still like to attend Field Day, please feel free to stop by during this time-frame.  If you did not purchase a Field Day Tee Shirt for your child, you may want to consider having them wear a shirt that can be ‘written on’(preferably red) – as it have become custom to ‘autograph’ each other’s tee shirts on that day.  Please send your child to school with a water bottle on that day as well. 

 Friday, May 20 – Eastvalley Movie Night – 6:30 PM

Come join the fun, as the Eastvalley Foundation presents “Diary of a Wimpy Kid (Part 1)” on the back lawn of the school.  Movie will begin at dusk.  This is not specific to the fifth grade.  It is open to all families at Eastvalley.

 Tuesday, May 24 – Fifth-Grade Picnic at Terrell Mill Park

The children and their teachers will depart Eastvalley (by foot) at 8:30 AM, and make their way over to Terrell Mill Park, where they will enjoy a morning of Kick Ball, and other activities, ending with lunch.   The children can either bring a ‘bagged’ lunch, or they can purchase a ‘bagged/boxed’ lunch from the cafeteria on that day.  PARENTS – We would love for you to attend this event!  If you attend, we ask that you bring a “dish to share” with the rest of the parents.  It could be anything from mini sandwiches, salads (green, vegetable, chicken, fruit, etc.), or a dessert.   If your “dish” requires serving utensils, or paper goods, please bring them as well.  (If you have questions on this, please do not hesitate to email me back or Sue Larsen)   You are welcomed to join any time between 9 and 12.  The children will begin walking back to Eastvalley at approximately 12:30.  Additionally, please note that there will be early dismissal on this day – between 1:15 and 1:30. 

Wednesday, May 25 – Last Day of School -  Events as follow:

11:00 – 11:30 – Fifth-Grade Awards Ceremony – Held Outdoors, in the back of the school!

f your child is receiving an award, you will receive an invitation to this portion of the day’s festivities.  Again, this will be held outdoors, in the back of the school.  Please bring lawn chairs, and/or blankets to sit on.

11:30 – 12:30 – Fifth-Grade LUNCHEON - Held Outdoors in the back of the school!All parents/grandparents/family members invited to attend!   Zaxby’s will be catering this luncheon.  You will be receiving an order form in your child’s Tuesday Tracker next week.   If you do not order from Zaxby’s, you are welcomed to bring a lunch.   Please bring lawn chairs, blankets, etc., to make yourselves comfortable - as we will be sitting on the back lawn of the school for this luncheon.

 1:00 – Fifth Grade “Walk of Honor”- Back inside the school…The children make their final trek (as Eastvalley Fifth Graders) through all the halls of the building. The other grades come outside their classrooms to watch, and bid them farewell and good luck!  You may come into school, and watch this special ‘walk’.  (You may want to bring tissue! J)

Please note, also, that the last day of school will also be an early dismissal day – between 1:15 and 1:30.  (Stay tuned for specific time details on that.)

 This summarizes the key events for the remainder of the school year.   I will be sending several reminders about these festivities as each event draws nearer.

 Please feel free to email me, or contact me, should you have any questions.

Thank you,

Chris

Annie

Chorus Performance of "Annie" at 6:30pm. 

Join Eastvalley Chorus on April 28th and 29th in the Eastvalley cafeteria for a night of entertainment.  Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students.  All proceeds go to toward the Eastvalley Eagle Chorus.

Come out an enjoy a great time.  I'll be there.

 

Spring is Upon Us!!!!

Two more days till Spring Break, HOORAY!!!  Where has the year gone?  It has flown by so quickly.  I wanted to remind everyone of a few things before we go off to break.

Friends of the Media Center

If you are interested in having a name painted on the Media Center mural, please fill out your “Friends of the Media Center” form, include your $20 donation, per name, place both in a white envelope, and put it in the cafeteria safe.  The last day donations will be accepted is tomorrow, March 31^st.

Eastvalley Yearbook

Last chance to order!  Order forms and $20 due Friday, April 1^st.

Sweets and Swing

Free evening of jazz and desserts.  The East Cobb Middle School and Wheeler High School Jazz Ensemble will perform on Tuesday, April 26^th from 7:00 pm till 8:30 pm in the East Cobb Middle School Cafeteria.

CRCT Testing begins Tuesday, April 12^th – Monday, April 18^th

Please make it a priority to be at school every day.  The test will begin promptly at 8:00. Incentives are given to the students for each day everyone is on time for school.  Please see to it that your child gets a good night’s sleep, a hearty breakfast, and arrives to school on time.   I am confident that our class is going to do well on the test.  They have worked hard and I am proud of all the kids :) Thank you for your support!

 We are still in need of notebook paper and jolly ranchers.  Thank you to the students that brought in paper and jolly ranchers a few weeks ago.

As always, if you have any questions please feel free to contact me.  Have a great Spring Break and I will see you refreshed and ready to go April 11th.

Welcome to March Madness!!!!

First of all I would like to thank my students and parents for the overwhelming thoughts of gratitude and the sweet treats I have received during Teacher Appreciation week.  It has been my honor to teach and work with each and every student this year.  I consider myself very lucky to have been so blessed to work and get to know each one of them.  Also, thank you to all the PTA, families, and Partners in Education who have donated their time and resources to make this a wonderful week.  Your generosity has made a difference in our lives as teachers and made us feel wanted and appreciated for what we do.

March has been a busy month at Eastvalley!  We have 2 weeks before Spring Break!  Mark your calendar with all these dates:

Friday, March 18: Last day for AR points - 20 points needed to go.

Friday, March 18: Cobb County Make up day for Snow Holiday!!

Thursday, March 24: Books for Breakfast/Report Cards go home

Students who receive an invitation will attend a breakfast provided by Chick-fil-A at Eastlake. Breakfast will be on Wednesday, March 23rd at 8 am for grades K, 2nd and 4th.  For grades 1st, 3rd and 5th breakfast will be on Thursday, March 24th at 8 am.  

Saturday, March 26: Eastvalley's 50th Birthday Party/Sock Hop

We are celebrating Eastvalley's 50th Birthday with a Sock Hop Party!  Dress up in your favorite 50's outfit, listen to music and jump on the inflatable.  Varsity is catering, look for the flyer that was sent home today.

April 4-8: SPRING BREAK

April 12-18: CRCT

Please check the Weekly Check Up in the Tuesday Tracker closely to be aware of your child's behavior and study habits.  We have set up an incentive with all 5th grade students: 15 marks or less by Friday, May 6, will earn your child an invitation to a celebration with a DJ!! 

We are working extra hard as the CRCT is rapidly approaching!! Please have your child practice for the test by going on http://www.georgiaoas.org.  I sent home the information sheet with directions on how to log in with the report cards in January.  Let me know if you need another copy.
 

Our class needs jolly ranchers and notebook paper.

As always feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.

Thank you,

Chris

Upcoming Dates

Winter Break is next week, February 21 - 25.  Have a great break and come back rested and ready to work.  Wednesday, March 2nd will be the Georgia Writing Assessment.  Remember to get plenty of sleep and eat a good breakfast before school.  Please do your best to arrive on time and not be absent.

Family Math Night

Join Eastvalley families anytime from 6-8 pm on Tuesday, March 1st at the Kroger- East Lake Shopping Center for a night of fun math activities.  Students will solve math problems and receive a free homework pass as a reward.  Please fill out the form and send it in with your child.  Any questions, please contact Tammy Ross sg1ross@bellsouth.net

Spring Pictures

Get ready for student pictures!!  Tuesday, March 8th spring pictures will be taken.  So get all prettied up and put on your best smile.

Book Fair

Support Eastvalley Media Center!!  The book fair will be open on Monday, March 7th - Thursday, March 10th from 7:30 - 3:30.  Thursday, March 10th will have extended hours from 5-7 pm.  All checks must be written for the exact amount for purchases.  Volunteers are needed.  If you are interested, please contact Cindy Moran at whmracer99@aol.com

Mother/Son Bowling

Strike!!!  Can you hear the thunderous clap of the pins as they are pummeled by bowling balls?  Join us Friday, March 4th from 6:30-8:30 at the Brunswick Lanes on Delk Road.  The cost is $13 per person and includes 2 games, shoes, pizza, and salad.  What a great deal!!!  Trophies will go to the high scoring mother/son team in each grade level. 

 

As always, if you have any questions or concerns please contact me.

Chris

Cobb County Board of Education Calendar Survey

Cobb County Board of Education Calendar Survey
At its February 17, 2011 meeting, the Board of Education will consider changing the upcoming school-year calendars for 2011-2012 and 2012-2013. This survey will provide participants a choice of three calendar options for the 2011-2012 school year and will ask you to select your preference. Your choice for 2011-2012 also will indicate a preference for a similar calendar with corresponding dates for the 2012-2013 school year. This survey will open on Friday, February 11, 2011, and will close at 1 p.m. on Thursday, February 17, 2011. Please note that this survey is limited to one response per computer. http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/NR9TSZ6

View the Proposed Calendars
- August 1, 2011 Start Date (currently approved)
- August 15, 2011 Start Date
- August 17, 2011 Start Date

February is upon us!!

Valentine's Day

On Monday, February 14th the students will have the opportunity to exchange Valentines with others in the class.  I sent home a list with student names in this week's Tuesday Tracker.  If your child participates in exchanging Valentines, please make sure they bring one for everyone in the classroom.  I don't want any feelings hurt on this wonderful day filled with Love and Happiness!!!  This week students can also purchase carnations to give to their Sweeties or friends!!!  The cost is $1.25 for 1 carnation or 5 carnations for $5.00.  What a deal!!  Carnations will be delivered on Monday, February 14th.

Progress Reports

Progress reports will go home next Tuesday.  Please be on the look out and let me know if you have any questions or concerns about your child's progress.

Science Fair Projects

I hope everyone has been working on their Science Fair Projects.  This is a mandatory assignment and is due on Monday, March 7th.  Mrs. Cordova has shown the students several sample projects in class, so your child knows what is expected of them.  Mrs. Cordova is available if you have any questions.

Looking for something fun to do..... East Marietta Library is offering free programs.

Board it Up! on February 15th from 6 - 7 pm  Read Mrs. Kormel is not Normal before February 15^th and join the fun of a board game where you are the game piece!

Mad Scientist!  on February 22nd from 6 - 7 pm  Experiments, Experiments, Experiments, and a whole lot of fun!

As always, if you have any questions or concerns do not hesitate to contact me.

Chris

Ellis Island is approaching

I hope you enjoyed all the snow and ice and the days off of school. Hopefully you are well rested and ready to hit the ground running!!  We have a lot of learning to do!

Our major focus this week will be 5th grade's Ellis Island immigration simulation. Each child needs to come to school NEXT Friday, January 28^th, dressed in costume of their native country (or country of choice) and bring a dish to share from that country.  Please label all dishes and serving utensils that you would like returned.  If possible use disposable containers.  We also need parent volunteers for this activity. Let us know if you can help out.  We will need parents for two shifts:

8:00-9:30      Set up food in the cafeteria

9:30-10:30    Help with food in the cafeteria and break down.

Please sign and return the form on the bottom of the Ellis Island information sheet that was sent home in the Tuesday Tracker.

Don’t forget PTA's International Night this Friday, January 21^st, at 6:30. 

Science Fair information went home today in the Tuesday Trackers.  Science projects are mandatory for all 5th grade students. Projects are due Monday, March 7. Eastvalley's Science Fair is March 10. All projects will be displayed from 6-7P.M. in the cafeteria. Start planning now!!  Display board order forms will also be in the Tuesday Tracker.   The boards are being sold for $2.25.  You can also purchase them at any office supply store for around $5.00.

Eastvalley's Spelling Bee is rescheduled to this Thursday, January 20 at 8:15.  Congratulations to Julianne Huynh, Alyssa Page, and Aidan Hanson who will be representing our class. 

Report cards went home today in the Tuesday Tracker.  Your child's ITBS scores are also included in the envelope.  Please keep all the enclosed information and return the signature card in the unsealed envelope Wednesday.

As always, feel free to contact me if you have any questions or other concerns.

Chris

Happy New Year!!!

Welcome back and Happy New Year! 

Just in case there is inclement weather on Monday, please check out the information below.

Inclement Weather  Information

Please watch the local news for information regarding school closings or delays due to inclement weather.

Or

Visit www.cobbk12.org for specific information regarding Cobb County school closings or delays.

Please do not call Eastvalley for information as no one will be here to answer your questions.

**A delay of 2 hours would mean that the bell would ring at 9:50 am. Buses would pick up students 2 hours later than their usual time and students could enter the school building 2 hours later (9:20 am at the earliest) **