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FAIRMOUNT FOCUS EXECUTIVE BOARD For additional
A big thank-you to everyone who purchased or reloaded their grocery cards in January.
January Gift Card A $25 gift card to Chipotle goes to our very own: Mr. DeWinkle! Earnings Update:
Keep using those cards. Each time you reload, you earn money for your PTA and for your school fees! THANK YOU! PTAHAPPENINGSPTA Board Elections will be taking place at our April PTA meeting on Tuesday, April 4 at 3:45 p.m. (child care is offered at no cost!). If you are interested in being a part of our team or just finding out more about any one of the board positions, there is still time! Please direct your inquiries to Tracy Tobin at tshop247@yahoo.com. Thank you in advance! In our fundraising efforts earlier this year, one of the items that we raised money for was to install a SANDBOXandSHADE STRUCTURE to the playground area. The good news is that we have a volunteer coordinator to assist us with this effort. The first step will be to gain input from the Kindergarten and 1st grade teachers and to put this out to bid to local businesses. If you know of any local Colorado/family business that could assist the PTA with this effort, please feel free to contact Kristi Mladenovic at president@fairmountpta.org. It would also be nice to have someone focusing on our playground and outdoor needs year-round, so if you are interested in being the Learning Landscape Coordinator, we would be happy to hear from you. Open PTA coordinator positions:
If you are interested in any of these positions please contact Laura Warren at Enrichment@FairmountPTA.org. The PTA Board wishes your family a safe and fun-filled Spring Break! A BIG THANK-YOU TO: We would like to extend a big thank-you to the classroom representatives and parents who coordinated the Valentine’s Day Parties this year and helped make it such a special day for the students! Marieben Sinesi and everyone else who volunteered during the Talent Show, you did an amazing job. All your time, energy, and effort made this a truly enjoyable event. And to all the talented Fairmount students who performed, it was a spectacular night!
This year the a la carte snack program at lunch is offered to all grade levels throughout the district. All snacks meet the federal regulations regarding nutritional standards. Please talk to your child about how often you would like them to participate in this program. If you choose for them not to participate, you can email me at lalton@jeffco.k12.co.us, and I can privately flag their account. If you have any questions or concerns, please call me at 303.982.5393 or stop in the kitchen, and I’ll be happy to help you. Thank you! Go to the March
Check the Fairmount PTA websiteto see if you have already purchased your yearbook(s) by Clicking Home, Previous Orders at the top right of screen, Order Number. Click here to see a list of packages and individual items!
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Date/Day | Test Window | Test |
4/10 – Monday | 9:20-10:50 | English Language Arts Unit 1 |
4/11 – Tuesday | 9:20-10:35 | English Language Arts Unit 2 |
4/12–Wednesday | 9:20-10:50 | English Language Arts Unit 3 |
4/13 – Thursday | 9:20-10:20 | Math Unit 1 |
4/14 – Friday | 9:20-10:20 | Math Unit 2 |
4/17 – Monday | 9:20-10:20 | Math Unit 3 |
4/18 – Tuesday | 9:20-10:20 | Math Unit 4 |
4th Grade
Date/Day | Test Window | Test |
3/21 – Tuesday | 10:00-11:30 Trebilcock and Zyla | English Language Arts Unit 1 |
3/21 – Tuesday | 11:00-12:30 Rogers and Lozano | English Language Arts Unit 1 |
3/22–Wednesday | 10:00-11:30 Trebilcock and Zyla | English Language Arts Unit 2 |
3/22–Wednesday | 11:00-12:30 Rogers and Lozano | English Language Arts Unit 2 |
3/23 – Thursday | 10:00-11:30 Trebilcock and Zyla | English Language Arts Unit 3 |
3/23 – Thursday | 11:00-12:30 Rogers and Lozano | English Language Arts Unit 3 |
4/11 – Tuesday | 11:10-12:10 | Math Unit 1 |
4/12–Wednesday | 11:10-12:10 | Math Unit 2 |
4/13 – Thursday | 11:10-12:10 | Math Unit 3 |
4/14 – Friday | 11:10-12:10 | Math Unit 4 |
4/18 – Tuesday | 2:00 – 3:20 | Social Studies Unit1 |
4/20 – Thursday | 2:00 – 3:20 | Social Studies Unit 2 |
4/24 – Monday | 2:00 – 3:20 | Social Studies Unit 3 |
5th Grade
Date/Day | Test Window | Test |
3/20 – Monday | 9:10 - 10:40 | English Language Arts Unit 1 |
3/22–Wednesday | 9:10 - 10:40 | English Language Arts Unit 2 |
3/23 – Thursday | 9:10 - 10:40 | English Language Arts Unit 3 |
4/4 – Tuesday | 2:00 - 3:00 | Math Unit 1 |
4/5 – Wednesday | 2:00 - 3:00 | Math Unit 2 |
4/6 – Thursday | 2:00 - 3:00 | Math Unit 3 |
4/10 – Monday | 2:00 - 3:00 | Math Unit 4 |
4/20 – Thursday | 9:10 - 10:30 | Science Unit 1 |
4/21 – Friday | 9:10 - 10:30 | Science Unit 2 |
4/24 – Monday | 9:10 - 10:30 | Science Unit 3 |
6th Grade
Date/Day | Test Window | Test |
4/11 – Tuesday | 1:30-3:20 | English Language Arts Unit 1 |
4/12–Wednesday | 1:30-3:20 | English Language Arts Unit 2 |
4/13 – Thursday | 1:40-3:10 | English Language Arts Unit 3 |
4/5 – Wednesday | 9:15-10:35 | Math Unit 1 |
4/6 – Thursday | 9:15-10:35 | Math Unit 2 |
4/7 – Friday | 9:15-10:35 | Math Unit 3 |
FAIRMOUNT TALENT SHOW 2017
—Mary Sinesi
This year’s Talent Show was so much fun. We had a nice banner, balloons, and stage decorations to set up the mood of the show. There were lots of great and amazing acts. The lights dimmed, curtains opened, and the energy in the room was palpable. Cheers, applause, and laughter filled the room. Thirty-four acts with a total of sixty-six performers graced our stage. We had singers, dancers, magicians, synchronized swimmers, musicians, gymnasts, sign language performers, soccer players, and even a Surprise Act. The Surprise Act consisted of eight amazing and talented teachers: Ms. Blomquist, Ms. Digiosio, Ms. Veldman, Ms. Trebilcock, Ms. Rogers, Ms. Wagner, Ms. Kneisl, and Ms. Schulman. When they came out, the crowd went wild. The applause was so loud it was heard all the way outside the building. Many hours of practice and rehearsal went into preparing for this long-standing Fairmount tradition. Current and past students helped with set up, props, and stage management. Our amazing and funny Masters of Ceremony, George Bauer and Jack Kelley, elegantly introduced each act. So many people came out to support these courageous kids who all got up on the stage proving once again that kids at Fairmount are the most talented.
This show would not have been possible without the help, time, and commitment of so many. Heartfelt thanks to Mr. Dewinkle, Ms. Mills, Ms. Marquardt, Ms. VanOcker, Renee Stark, Jess Nauslar, Susie Wilson, Carmen Bauer, Angie Kelley, Kirsten Schneck, Nikki Dodge, Ms. Bobroske, Ms. Eckley, Ms. Roz, Mr. Frank, the PTA, and my amazing backstage crew (Emilie Sinesi, Scotty Hassett, Peyton Marrone, and friend). It was a pleasure and honor to work with all of you. See you again next year.
NEWS FROM THE LMC
(Library Media Center)
—Andi Johnson
Spelling Bee
CONGRATULATIONS to the winners of our annual spelling bee!
Champion – Sophie Anderson (6th, Kruse)
1st Runner-up – Kayla Grenwis (4th, Lozano)
2nd Runner-up – Jack Schumacher (5th, DiGiosio)
These students represented Fairmount at the area spelling bee at Drake Middle School on Tuesday, February 7. These super spellers handled some very difficult words and made Fairmount proud! Way to go!
Author Michael Anthony Steele Visits Fairmount!
On Wednesday, February 15, author Michael Anthony Steele came from his home in Texas to visit us here at Fairmount. He gave four engaging presentations to all of our students in our library. He is an experienced author writing books with characters from Night at the Museum, Tony Hawk, Scooby Doo, and many others. His strong message of “I Can Do That†motivated the students in their writing as well as in all other aspects of life. All students received a keepsake bookmark with his autograph and website. It was a fabulous day!
These 14 lucky students were randomly chosen to join Mr. Steele for a pizza party lunch: Cailyn, Charlie, Julia, Violet, Jack, Sterling, Ethan, Lucas, Ashleigh, Ethan, Ian, Jayden, Nathan, & Seb!
Spheros Are Here!
Sphero SPRKs are here at Fairmount! We recently purchased a set of spheros. Our students will learn how to program them to go where they want them to go, and they will learn how to master missions and challenges. This is an extension to the Hour of Code that all students completed, and it’s also an introduction to robotics.Some fifth graders are researching influential people who have made a difference in our world. They will share this information with other grade levels during our A Day Without Hate celebration in late April.
Library Collaboration
- Our kindergartners will be incorporating a tech component (Pixie, to write facts and draw pictures about the sun) into their Sun and Sky science unit.
- Our 1st graders are incorporating pictures in PowerPoint and Google slideshows into their Leaders and Achievers Wax Museum project.
- Some 5th graders are researching influential people who have made a difference in our world. They’re using Google Slides to demonstrate their learning. They will share this information with other grade levels during our “A Day Without Hate†celebration in late April.
- Some 6th graders have used their Python programming language to extend their geometry math unit.
Colorado Children's Book Award
All students at Fairmount have voted for their favorite Colorado Children’s Book Award (CCBA) picture book. Ten picture books and ten chapter books are nominated by students in Colorado each year. Your students have gotten to hear at least three of these picture books read to them, if not all. Grades K and 1 voted using Smart Response clickers, and grades 2–6 voted via a Google Form. The votes have been compiled and turned in to the state committee who sponsors this event, and they will inform me of the state winner. It has been fun to read all of these great books!
THANK YOU to 1ST BANK of Arvada
at Westwoods for their continued
support of Fairmount!
CAMPBELL-DEANE SCHOLARSHIP
The Fairmount Elementary School PTA is once again offering the CAMPBELL-DEANE SCHOLARSHIP in the amount of $1,000 for tuition to be awarded to the high school senior selected by our committee. This scholarship is available to any high school senior who was enrolled at Fairmount Elementary School for a period of three years or more, has a satisfactory grade standing and citizenship record as well as community service experiences.
We would like to stress that we feel this scholarship is particularly for that boy or girl with a good citizenship record and positive community service experiences. Scholastic standing is important but not the determining factor.
This scholarship is for any college or trade school of the recipient's choice. The scholarship is not available to persons receiving full or substantial scholarships unless the need is imperative.
Interested applicants should:
- Apply by letter only. The letter of application should include plans for higher education and career, the name of the college or trade school applicant plans to attend, school and community activities, and any other information considered necessary.
- Include a copy of high school transcript with grade point average (1st semester senior transcript is ok), letter of recommendation from high school counselor or high school teacher, and other letters of recommendation considered pertinent.
- Please include your address, phone number, and dates and teachers’ names of last three years you attended Fairmount.
- Mail or deliver to:
Fairmount Elementary School
Fairmount PTA Scholarship Committee
15975 West 50th Avenue
Golden, Colorado 80403
(or email: scholarship@fairmountpta.org)
Applications must be received by April 10, 2017.
An impartial committee will make a selection on the basis of written application and recommendation. The scholarship check will be made payable to the college or trade school directly.
If additional information is required, please call Fairmount Elementary School, 303.982.5422.
Sincerely,
Fairmount PTA Scholarship Fund
C.A.R.E. AWARDS
Each month, the Fairmount teachers recognize students who demonstrate C.A.R.E. behaviors by posting their accomplishments on the Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame is located in the hallway leading from the cafeteria to outside. Below are the students being recognized for the month of March 2017.
Community Jacob Rader | Attitude Hannah Thexton |
Respect Silas Wills | Excellence Owen Earl |
Fairmount Elementary PTA
15975 W. 50th Ave
Golden, CO 80403