January 22, 2010

"Don't let your character change with your environment. Find out who you are and let it stay its true color."

~Rachel Scott

Ty Wright of the Chicago Cubs will be at the elementary on Friday, Jan. 29th for pictures and autographs.
The SOUPER BOWL competition will continue until the weekend before the actual SUPER BOWL. Please bring cans of soup and/or crackers (canned food as well) to help re-stock area food banks. The grade level with that collects the most cans will be honored with a popcorn party.
TAKS TESTS are right around the corner. 4th Grade will take the TAKS Writing Test on Wednesday, March 3rd.

STUDENTS WHO HAVE PURCHASED "RACHEL'S CHALLENGE" T-SHIRTS MAY WEAR THEIR SHIRTS ON MONDAYS.

November 18, 2009

"Rachel's Challenge" t-shirts can be ordered through the school. Order forms were sent home with report cards. Please send the money with the order form ($8.50), and turn the forms in to the office or to me. We are looking forward to starting a "chain reaction" of Kindness and Compassion at Arp Elementary School.

PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO THE CUTTING EDGE.

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November 2, 2009

by Sharon Keith

Upcoming Events

We have many exciting things happening at Arp Elementary in the month of November.

November 11th:Veterans' Day Program during Jump Start (7:50-8:25 AM). All veterans in the community are invited to attend, as we honor you for your service to our nation. Refreshments will be served beginning at 7:15 AM in the cafeteria.

Students from each grade level will be singing Patriotic songs.

On Monday, Nov. 16th, during Jump Start, we will be kicking off a new program at Arp Elementary called "Rachel's Challenge." This program encourages kindness and compassion and teaches students to use "reverse tattling"-- telling about the good things that they see others do on a daily basis. Parents are invited to attend our kickoff ceremony.

The Jr. High and High School are also participating in the program and their kickoff assemblies are on Tuesday, Nov. 17th

(H.S. @ 8:00, Jr. High @ 9:30).

A community kickoff event is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 17th @ 7:00 PM in the Clark Wayne Roberts Auditorium at the high school. All students, faculty and staff, parents and community members are invited to attend.

There will be no school from Nov. 23-27th as we take a break for the Thanksgiving holidays. Please enjoy this time with your family, and have a safe and blessed Thanksgiving.

**Guidance lessons for November will focus on Kindness and Compassion.

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November 2, 2009

by Sharon Keith

November Events

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October 20, 2009

by Sharon Keith

Veterans' Day Recognition-Nov. 11th (Wednesday)

Arp Elementary will be honoring all veterans past and present during their Jump Start time on November 11, 2009. We would like to extend a special invitation to parents and grandparents, and any other relatives of Arp Elementary students who have served in the military.

We would like to express our thanks to all of you who have served our country and fought for us to be "the land of the free, and the home of the brave."

Jump Start begins at 7:50 and is in the Arp Elementary Cafeteria. We hope to see you there!

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October 19, 2009

by Sharon Keith

"Pink Out"

A district-wide "Pink Out" will be observed on October 22, 2009 in honor of Women's Cancer Awareness Month. Wear pink to show your support.

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October 12, 2009

by Sharon Keith

Trick or Treat Safety

Halloween Safety for Little Ghosts and Goblins:

-Have some sort of light with you (flashlight, glow bracelet or necklace, shoes that light up)

-Adults should plan a route in advance, and should only go to familiar neighborhoods

-Well-fitting shoes should be worn

-Avoid costumes that drag on the ground

-Choose costumes that are "bathroom friendly"

-Be sure your child's masks allows for full visibility and breathing

-Trick or Treaters should WALK

-Only Trick or Treat at houses that are well-lit

-Be sure children don't get overheated and keep them hydrated

-Think practical over "cute" when choosing a treat goody bag or container

-Keep track of time and don't Trick or Treat after 9:00 PM

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October 7, 2009

by Sharon Keith

Upcoming Events

FUNDRAISER: Arp Elementary students will be selling cookie dough from October 7-21st. Cookie Dough will be delivered on Wednesday, November 11th.

CANNED FOOD DRIVE: All of the campuses of Arp ISD are in a competition with Troup to see which school can collect the most canned goods. The canned food drive will last until Oct. 16th, and the winner will be announced at the Arp vs. Troup football game. Go Arp!! Tigers Can!!!!

FAMILY FUN: The Fall Carnival, sponsored by the PTO, will be held on October 24th at Arp Elementary from 4:00-7:00 PM. A Chili Cook-off/Supper will begin at 5:30. Please come support our students, teachers and PTO.

**WE NEED ALL STUDENTS TO BRING A BAG OF CANDY FOR THE FALL CARNIVAL.**

THANKS FOR YOUR HELP!

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October 7, 2009

by Sharon Keith

October Events

THE COUNSELOR'S CORNER

ARP ELEMENTARY

Ribbon Week: October 26-30th

Dress-up Days: (students will wear their uniforms unless otherwise specified)

Monday, Oct. 26th- "It's Crazy to Use Drugs"- (wear crazy socks)

Tuesday, Oct. 27th- "Put a Cap on Drugs" - (wear caps/hats)

Wednesday, Oct. 28th- "We're Too Cool to Use Drugs"- (wear sunglasses)

Thursday, Oct. 29th- "We're Too Smart to Use Drugs"- (wear jersey/shirt representing your favorite college)

Friday, Oct. 30th- "Superheroes Don't Use Drugs"- (dress up like a superhero or your favorite book character--you don't have to wear a uniform, but the superhero/book character are the only choices for costumes)

Guidance Lessons for the month will deal with the topic of Bullying. Listed below are some of the resources used to prepare the guidance lessons.

Websites on Bullying:

http://www.pacer.org/bullying/bpaw/schoolsab.asp

http://www.stopbullyingnow.hrsa.gov/kids/