Week of August 29- September 2
I just want to start by saying CONGRATS! We made it through the first week of school! It was a long first week but it was amazing to see all of scholars working hard, working together and already working towards their goals for the year. As we begin the second week of school, scholars need to make sure they are coming prepared for class so they can participate in all of the exciting activities we have planned. Make sure also to mark your calendars for Curriculum Night which will be this THURSDAY!
Curriculum Night
Curriculum Night is an important night for parents. If your child is new to Cannon this year or has been here since Kindergarten, come discover what your child will be learning this year. You will be receiving information about important procedures, communication, expectations, and upcoming events! We hope to see you there! National College Colors Day
All staff will be participating in National College Colors Day this FRIDAY! You will see everyone wearing their favorite college shirt or colors. We encourage your scholar to participate by wearing their favorite college shirt or colors too!
In case you were curious where your scholars teachers went....
Ms. Jacobson- Texas Tech
Ms. Jacobson- Texas Tech
Mrs. Nuhu- Iowa State
Mrs. Lambert- Austin College
Summer Learning Challenge
Scholars that were at Cannon last year received information about the Summer Learning Challenge. All scholars that completed any part of this should turn it into their teacher by Wednesday, August 31st.
Scholars that completed ALL of the summer challenges will receive Kona Ice on Friday, September 1st. Scholars that completed 15 of the challenges will be invited to lunch with Mrs. Blizzard in September. Spirit sticks and certificates are also available for those scholars who completed 10 or 5 learning challenges.
Remind your scholar to put their Summer Learning Challenge in their backpack today!
Friday Assembly- What You Need to Know
Ever hear about Friday Assembly but don't know what its all about? Here is what you need to know:
- What is a Friday Assembly anyway? These school-wide assemblies are held in the gym every Friday, beginning at 7:40 am. This provides a wonderful way for us to build community within our school, increase school spirit, recognize & celebrate special achievements of students/staff, introduce our Book of the Month, school-wide design challenges, and share special announcements/performances, etc...
- Are parents allowed to attend Friday Assemblies? Yes! We love for our parents to experience this event! If your child is going to be recognized at an assembly, you will be notified by your child's teacher in advance and you will receive an invitation to come to the event. Just remember to check into the office before 7:40, to receive a visitor's badge before the assembly.
- How do students get selected for recognition? Classroom teachers select 4-5 students each per year, to be inducted into the Young Engineer's Hall of Fame. Each month, a STEM Habit of Mind is highlighted for all students & staff. Students in the classroom who consistently exemplify the monthly STEM Habit of Mind are candidates for Hall of Fame recognition.
- Where can I find the STEM Habits of Mind? Click here to see a brief description of each month's STEM Habit of Mind. We encourage all parents to discuss these each month at home and make them part of your habits at home too!
We Need YOU! Volunteer!
Parent volunteers are such an important part of our school community and we encourage ALL of our parents to get involved! All parents who are interested in volunteering, chaperoning a field trip or helping out at school in any way, must do the following:
- Complete a GCISD Volunteer Background Check. Click here to do this online!
- Read the Volunteer Handbook, watch the appropriate video included in the handbook, and electronically sign the volunteer verification form. Click here to read the Volunteer Handbook and sign the form. Click here to read the Volunteer Handbook in Spanish and sign the form.
Breakfast and Lunch @ School
It is important that your scholar eats breakfast before they start the school day! Cannon participates in a school breakfast program known as Breakfast in the Classroom. If your child is getting a breakfast @ school, they will need to pick up their "breakfast in a bag" in the cafeteria, before school starts and this will be eaten in the classroom. PLEASE NOTE THAT BREAKFAST STOPS SERVING AT 7:45 DAILY.
If you have a school meals account for your child, this account will be charged for the school breakfast, as well as their lunch. For more information on GCISD's school meals, to view school menus, check prices, and even pay online, please click here.
New iPad Agreement
GCISD has a new device agreement form that ALL parents must sign. A $50 device fee is only paid ONE time for the entirety of a student's elementary school years. If you have multiple students at Cannon, the maximum amount you would be required to pay would be for three students. Frequently asked questions are addressed below.
· Every parent needs to sign the Parent Device Agreement.
· Students that paid their device fees last year of $35, will need to pay an additional $15 this year to complete the one-time $50 device fee.
· Kindergarten & new students to Cannon will need to pay the $50 device fee.
· There is a reduced device fee of $35 for any students who qualify to participate in GCISD's free/reduced lunch program.