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January 2016
Fort Garrison Elementary
School 3310 Woodvalley Drive
Baltimore, MD 21208
T: 410-887-1203 F: 410-887-1204
A MESSAGE FROM MRS. HARRIS
Welcome back and Happy New Year to all! The children
entered school on January 4th and quickly readjusted to their
school routines. The New Year provides us with an opportunity
to review and adjust our goals. I hope that 2016 brings all Fort
Garrison families good health and much happiness.
The end of the second marking period is quickly approaching
on January 15th. All students will receive their report cards on
Thursday, February 4th. First grade students will receive their first
report cards on this day.
The months between winter break and spring break provide the
longest uninterrupted time for instruction during the school year.
Please continue to monitor your children’s attendance, check
homework, review classroom performance, assist your child to
study for tests, and reinforce positive behavior.
The administration, faculty, and staff are working hard to
ensure that your children reach their greatest potential.
Together we can accomplish great things for all of the
students here at Fort Garrison. It is not very often that teachers
are recognized for their hard work, dedication, and success.
Parents stop me on a regular basis to share their appreciation
We Are TEAM Fort
Garrison!
Technology
Environment
Accessing Tomorrow
Motivated students &
teachers
Upcoming Events
January 15
Second Marking period ends
January 18
Dr. Martin Luther King’s Birthday
Observed- Schools & Offices closed
January 19
Professional Development Day- Schools
closed for students
January 21
Spirit wear day
January 22
School Banking Day
January 27
Doughnuts with Dad
February 4
Distribution of report cards
Principal: Karen Harris
Assistant Principal: Anne Gorman
www.fortgarrisones.bcps.org
www.fortgarrisonpta.com
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of the fine teaching staff that works with their children. Please
take a few minutes to recognize the teachers at our school.
You can support this effort by nominating a teacher that has
shaped the life of your child and who, in your opinion,
represents the very best of the teaching profession. Each year,
the Baltimore County Chamber of Commerce sponsors the
annual Awards for Excellence in Education program. This
recognition is a wonderful way to show your support for our
dedicated teachers and staff. A copy of the nomination form
is at the end of this newsletter. I greatly encourage you to
support this initiative to give our wonderful teachers the
recognition they deserve!
PRIVATE SCHOOL APPLICATIONS
When applying to private schools, please submit the entire packet that you received from the private school
to Mrs. Mazurek in the front office. All Common Referral Forms will be distributed to your child’s teachers for
completion. There is a $5.00 fee per school assessed to cover transcript copying and postage. It is not necessary
for you to provide stamps. Transcripts will be sent to private schools after report cards were issued on November
15. Any question, contact Robin Mazurek 410-887-1203.
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
Our Kindergarten Registration will take place on Wednesday, April 6, 2016. Children who will turn five on or
before September 1, 2016, are eligible to register for kindergarten. You will need to bring the following
documentation with you in order to complete the registration process:
1. Your child’s birth certificate
2. Your child’s immunization records
3. Your proof of residency, which may include a copy of your lease, your tax bill, or your mortgage coupon
book.
4. Three pieces of current mail with your current address (no junk mail)
5. Your photo ID showing current address.
If you know a family who has a child entering kindergarten who might not receive our newsletter, please
share this information with them.
EARLY ADMISSION INTO KINDERGARTEN
An early admission into kindergarten process is available for students demonstrating advanced learning
characteristics. Parents may request that their child be screened for early admission into kindergarten at Fort
Garrison if their child turns five (5) years of age after September 1, 2016, and no later than October 14, 2016.
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The parent must submit a written request for early admission to the principal no later than June 1, 2016. The
letter of request should include the following information: name of child, child’s date of birth, name, address
and phone number of parent, and reason for the request.
CONGRATULATIONS
Mrs. Grace Hulse our Art teacher received the National Art Education Association Eastern Region Elementary
Art award! Congratulations go out to her for this much deserved award!
WELCOME BABY DEMERS
Mrs. Demers, one of our kindergarten teachers, welcomed a baby boy on January 5th weighing in at 6lbs 2 oz.
Mom & baby are doing great and we wish them the best!
COPYING FEE
This is the time of the year when parents often request copies of student transcripts to
send with private school applications. To address the increasing cost of copying, paper,
and postage, parents will be assessed a $5.00 fee per school to cover these costs. It is not
necessary for you to send envelopes with postage. In addition, if you need duplicate copies
of any of your child’s documents that you have already received, there will be a copy fee assessed —
10ɇ per page with a minimum charge of $1.00. Please do not distribute any forms to your child’s teachers.
These forms need to come directly to Mrs. Mazurek in the front office.
THANK YOU
We want to thank Hot Spots after care for providing complimentary care for our young students during the
winter music concert in December!
COUNSELOR’S CORNER- MRS. LEPLEY
Happy New Year!
We hope everyone is off to a great start in the New Year!
During the month of January, students in all grades are working to
learn friendship and social skills. Be sure to ask your child about these
important lessons and reinforce the concepts that we are discussing in
class. The monthly character trait word that is being discussed at Fort
Garrison is TOLERANCE/ ACCEPTANCE. The College and Career Ready Skill is FLEXIBILITY. Students are hearing
about this important trait on the morning announcements, with our character crew, and in classroom lessons
so be sure to discuss this with your child.
I am working to plan a career day for our students this spring and would love to start compiling a list of
interested presenters. Parents, grandparents, and other relatives make great presenters for career day. The
purpose of this event is to expose our kids to as many different career choices as possible. Please contact
me using the email address below to get involved.
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As we get close to report card time, be sure to check BCPS ONE often to note your child’s progress. I am
working closely with students on some academic goals and often use data from this website to set goals
with students. The New Year is a great time to set new goals!
Kate Lepley
CLepley@bcps.org
January Character Trait:
Acceptance
What we teach at school: Acceptance means you accept differences. You do not expect others to think,
look, speak, or act just like you. Also, to be accepting means to deal with things that you wish were different
with flexibility and patience.
Acceptance is:
Understanding Differences
Making others feel included or welcome
Accepting others for who they are
How parents can help at home:
Discuss the importance of acceptance with your children. Read about people who have fought
for these values and who have made a difference such as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Nelson
Mandela, Susan B. Anthony, Abraham Lincoln.
Talk about how our differences make us all special and unique. Be a good example of treating
others how you would want to be treated.
Teach your child how to cope with challenging or frustrating situations. Talk openly about having
patience or being flexible when things did not go your way.
Consider this quote:
“We may have come here on different ships, but we are all in the same boat.”
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Quarter 1 Recognition Assembly
Character Trait Awards
Grade Teacher
Name Responsibility Respect
Thankfulness/
Good
Manners
Caring/
Generosity
K Cohen Bhavya R. Eshal A. Spencer R. Emily M.
K Demers Drew S. Eman A. Ethan G. Izzie U.
K Sullivan Mackenzie B. Hadia G. Brody E. Brandon R.
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1 Hoffman Tyler P. Colbi G. Emma D. Ethan F.
1 Varelli Casey R. Chloe T. Ian D. Andrew L.
1 Ashton Charlie Y. Sophia F. Brian P. Maddie F.
2 Crain Ben R. Lindsay S. Charlie L. Ryan K.
2 McGivney Lia B. Adam M. Madison S. Spencer B.
3 Kilmer Samara B. Greg M. Madison D. Izzy A.
3 Kim Marios K. Hunter P. Morgan R. Maya V.
3 Nolan Hannah K. Noah C. Mason T. Lauren S.
4 Sanders Max G. Rachel P. Noah G. Sophia K.
4 Kovatch Jacob C. Gabby B. Nick D. Lilly R.
4 Levine Jane Z. Andrew F. Anne C. Peter H.
5 Shaw Baba O. Braden K. Mylah M. Emma S.
5 Wolfe Sarah L. Rachael B. Dylan R. Simon B.
5 Strohman Ella F. Nathan R. Ben R. Laila J.
Attendance Awards
Kindergarten Perfect Attendance-
Eman A.
Neil B.
Ryan B.
Mackenzie B.
Aaron B.
Samantha B.
Elaine C.
Brody E.
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Bhavya R.
Rafe R.
Caroline R.
Drew S.
Jett V.
Mia W.
Meghan Z.
Kindergarten Nearly Perfect Attendance:
Brandon B.
Tashae C.
Max H.
Bailey K.
Alex K.
Sam L.
Kate L.
Zachary S.
Benjamin S.
Wynter S.
Marco T.
Xavier V.
Sophie Y.
1st grade Perfect Attendance:
Samuel B.
Ian D.
Emma D.
Eva F.
Abigail G.
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Colbi G.
Benjamin K.
Ethan R.
Casey R.
Sophia S.
Mya T.
Hannah W.
1st Grade Nearly Perfect Attendance:
Meital A.
Wooree B.
Christian B.
Remy C.
Elise E.
Madilyn F.
Sophia F.
Julia G.
Jace K.
Hannah L.
Grant L.
Alexis M.
Ariel M.
Bogdan M.
Sophie N.
Brian P.
Brenden P.
Jonathan P.
Renxian S.W.
Charlie Y.
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2nd Grade Perfect Attendance:
McKenzie B.
Ben R.
Ben S.
2nd grade Nearly Perfect Attendance:
Nathan A.
Evangelia A.
Lia B.
Spencer B.
Spencer E.
Ethan G.
Samuel L.
Savannah R.
Lindsay S.
Jeremiah S.
3rd Grade Perfect Attendance:
Christopher B.
Evan D.
Taylor G.
Mikhail K.
Hannah K.
Ololade L.
Gregory M.
Aiden M.
Evan M.
Jack M.
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Paola M.
Erin N.
Lindsay N.
Ezra P.
Marissa P.
Morgan R.
Camryn R.
Daniel S.
Michael S.
Max S.
Zachary S.
Alexandra S.
Andrew S.
Mason T.
Covy W.
Brooke Z.
3rd Grade Nearly Perfect Attendance
Evan A.
Isabel A.
Samantha B.
Lillian B.
Samara B.
Jordan C.
Noah C.
Madison D.
Sascha F.
Max F.
Sarah F.
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Jonah H.
Joey H.
Benjamin K.
Marios K.
Tyler M.
Garrett M.S.
Yaroslav M.
Ryan S.
Ewan S.
Jack U.
Jared W.
Rowen W.
Noah Z.
4th Grade Perfect Attendance:
Angel A.
Yetunde B.
Blake B.
Gabriella B.
Taylor B.
Tyler B.
Nicholas D.F.
Brooke D.
Alexandra E.
Mason F.C.
Noah G.
Maxwell G.
Hannah H.
Grace J.
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Lauren J.
Hannah K.
Hannah K.
Isabella K.
Jaclyn K.
Kiah N.
Rachel P.
Caleb R.
Drew R.
Kiran S.W.
Elan V.
Anna Y.
Diana Y.
4th Grade Nearly Perfect Attendance:
Eleni A.
Darryl A.
Ayala A.
Ethan A.
Anne C.
Jacob C.
Asher F.
Joshua G.
Bryce H.
Peter H.
Gabriella J.
Carsyn L.
Jadyn N.
Sofia N.
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Anu N.
Merrick P.
Melany Y.
5th Grade Perfect Attendance:
Simon B.
Owen B.
Jake C.
Olivia D.
William D.F.
Vaughn E.
Rebecca F.
Steven F.
Gabriella G.
Julia G.
Rachel G.
Madison G.
Sarah K.
Sarah L.
Ella N.
Baba O.
Samuel P.
Dylan R.
Nathan R.
Navarro R.
Sam S.
Alyssa S.
Elizabeth S.
Benjamin T.
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Nathan T.
Brandon Z.
5th Grade Nearly Perfect Attendance:
Ashanti A.
Connor A.
Hunter A.
FROM THE NURSE- MRS. LOPER
Nosebleeds and other Dry Winter Air Distractions
Winter is here and the very cold air creates some difficulties for our students. The very dry air
causes many students to experience bloody noses, dry throats, chapped lips, and itchy skin.
These things are both uncomfortable and distracting for the students.
Using a humidifier in the bedroom at night can be very helpful in reducing these
symptoms, as well as the use of body lotion and chapstick (No doctor’s order needed!). If
your child tends to have recurring nose bleeds, review with them the need to apply
constant pressure for 5 full minutes, pinching the nose between the thumb and index
finger, in order to stop the bleeding. It can also be helpful for children with frequent nosebleeds to keep a
change of clothes in their locker (all children should keep a change of clothes in their locker!). I find students
who know how to handle their nosebleeds, and know they can change into their own clothes if needed, are
much less upset or frightened by the bleeding.
Flu and Illness
Also, Flu season is upon us, so in addition to getting your family immunized and keeping
their immune system strong with adequate sleep and nutrition, here are just a few
reminders below.
Remember that any medication needed on a regular basis requires a Doctor Order Form and a
supply of the medication, even over the counter medications. The Discretionary Consent form
allows me to give Tylenol and cough drops for the occasional headache or cough, in keeping
with the protocols. Students are not allowed to carry medication; it must be provided adult to
adult. You may send in cough drops with a note if you have already given permission on the
Discretionary Consent form, but they must be accompanied by a note from you, and go directly to be
stored in the health suite.
Vigilant Habits that Help
Be sure to review hand washing with your children, especially related to before and after eating, and after
using the bathroom. Remind them to use tissues for sneezing and coughing, washing their hands afterwards,
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and to use their arm if there are no tissues nearby. Remember that students need to be free of fever
(temperature 100 F or above), vomiting, or diarrhea, for 24 hrs. before returning to school. Most of you have
been wonderful in responding to my calls quickly. Thank you for that attentiveness, for your child’s sake, as
well as the positive impact of reducing illness transmission in the school.
Head lice continue to plague us off and on, with a few cases at all grade levels. Many of you are vigilant in
checking your student’s heads at least once a week, looking for those tiny glued-to-the-hair-shaft white
ovals that are nits – the eggs of lice. Although lice do no harm, they are distracting with the itchiness, and
certainly a tremendous amount of work to eradicate. Therefore I ask that all parents join in the vigilant head
checking.
Alisa Loper, RN, BSN
School Nurse
PE NEWS & NOTES- MRS. GRAPES
Our 5th grade students will be participating in the ballroom dance program during the week of Jan. 11-15.
The parents of the 5th graders are invited to attend their final performance on Friday, January 15th at 10:25.
Students are asked to dress up for their final performance. We look forward to seeing the progress all the
students make!
Students in 4th and 5th grade will be finishing up their Fitnessgram testing and they will receive their results with
their 3rd marking period report cards. I have been very pleased with the student’s efforts during these tests
and enjoy watching them push themselves harder than some of them thought they could. Also the support
and encouragement the students have been giving each other is also commendable. Keep up the great
work 4th and 5th graders!
Jump Rope and Hoops For Heart is here! If you haven’t already, please register for our school team at
www.heart.org/jump or www.heart.org/hoops by searching Jump/Hoops in the app store on your mobile
device. Our students are learning all about what they can do to keep their hearts healthy, and how they
can help others by collecting donations for the American Heart Association. We are a healthy and service-
minded community! Our school raised over $13,000 last year and we are hoping to meet or exceed this
amount this year. Students will bring home information during the first week of January and the event will be
held during the first week in February. Please contact me at bgrapes@bcps.org if you have any questions.
Beth Grapes
Fort Garrison Elementary
Physical Education Teacher
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MUSIC DEPARTMENT MRS. CASE & MR. STOJAK
Thank you to the families of Fourth and Fifth Grade students for your strong support of our first concert
of the year in December. We were very proud of the students and their efforts and hope it was a fun evening
for you, as well!
Students in Third Grade who purchased recorders through the school received them the first week of
January. These AND the children who are using a recorder they already owned MUST bring their recorders
to Vocal Music Class every week, including on rotating Wednesdays. I ask that students keep their recorders
in their backpack so that they can be used in class and at home for practice. Thanks!
Students in First and Second Grade will perform a musical entitled, Hats! on January 26th at 7:00.
Report time is between 6:30 and 6:45. Speaking parts have been assigned to many students in Second
Grade. They should be practicing them at home several times per week.
Students participating in Recorder Ensemble have rehearsals every Tuesday and Thursday mornings at
8:20. In the event of a 1-hour delay, rehearsal will be at 9:20. In the event of a 2-hour delay, rehearsal will be
at 10:20.
Instrumental music lessons are in full swing following our first successful performance. Please help
your student remember their instrument and check with them to see which day of the week (Tuesday,
Wednesday, or Friday) their lesson will occur.
Happy New Year!
BANKING
We have a date change for January so please take note of that change below. Our banking program is in
full swing and we are always looking to open new accounts. Please see Mrs. Grapes to get an application.
Please bring your deposits to the lobby in the morning between 9:05-9:20 on the upcoming banking dates:
Jan. 22nd (changed from 1/15) Feb. 19th March 18th April 15th
DOUGHNUTS WITH DAD
Wednesday, January 27, 2016
8:30 A.M.-9:00 A.M. Bring a blanket and some books!
Fort Garrison Elementary School Cafeteria
Who: All students at Fort Garrison and their Fathers or Male Role Models
What: Bring a blanket and some books to read with your dad while you eat a doughnut
When: Wednesday, January 27, 2016 at 8:30 A.M.
Where: School Cafeteria
Why: It's always fun to read with your dad and share a doughnut together
Please RSVP to Stacy Crain @ scrain@bcps.org
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ABSENCE NOTES
Please send in a note to inform the school of the reason that your child is absent. The reason for the absence
is noted on the students’ attendance records. When notes are not received, the absence is considered
unexcused. Your assistance with this important procedure would be greatly appreciated.
CAFETERIA MONEY
When sending money into school to be placed on your children’s lunch accounts,
please make sure the envelopes indicate your children’s names. At times, we
receive envelopes containing checks that are merely labeled cafeteria. If you are
sending in one check or one sum of cash that is to be divided between two or more
children, please clearly explain how the money is to be divided among the children. You
can also add money to their accounts using the following website. The money is automatically added to
your child’s account. https://www.mylunchmoney.com
WEATHER INFORMATION
With the arrival of colder weather and the chance for inclement weather, parents may find the following
resources helpful in determining if and when schools are closing early. To hear the latest information about
weather related delays or closings, please call Baltimore County Public Schools at 410-887-5555 at any time.
Please do not call the school office with questions related to weather or school closings. In addition,
information about school closings, weather related closings, school policies, and current events may be
obtained by visiting the Baltimore County Public Schools website at www.bcps.org. Parents are also
encouraged to sign up for email notification through www.schoolsout.com.
HOT SPOTS
Are you looking for extended learning FUN, socialization, and STEM activities before or after school during?
Gym/ Yoga?
Late work Meetings?
Professional Development Early Dismissals?
January-June enrollment is OPEN!!
Choose from:
AM Only, PM Only, Part Time or Full Time Schedules, Drop-In
Call to schedule a tour: 410-937-7800
Or Enroll TODAY! www.HSECP.org
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FROM THE PTA
2/8 PTA Meeting at 6:30pm
Spirit: The next official Spirit Day is on Thursday, January 21. Show us your school pride by wearing
your Fort Garrison gear/ or school colors (Red and White) on that day.
Contest #3 Box Tops & Labels for Education: The second Box Tops & Labels for Education contest
ended December 11th. The results are as follows:
3rd place goes to Ms. Hoffman's 1st grade class with a total of 166
2nd place goes to Ms. Sanders' 4th grade class with a total of 264
1st place goes to Ms. Cohen's 1st grade class with a total of 269.
Congratulations to Ms. Cohen's class! You won the pizza party!!!
The third Box Tops & Labels for Education contest started last Monday, January 4th and will end Friday,
February 19th. The winning class wins a popsicle party. Every single one counts. Thank you for supporting
our school!
Movie Night: Grades K through 2, save the date 3/18 for a fun, family event! Students will vote
on the movie soon, at school.
School Supplies: Stay tuned for information to order school supply kits for next school
year. All kits will include name brand school supplies and include everything the county
requires for each grade level. This is a service and not a fundraiser, so prices are very
competitive. Most classrooms use community supplies and all the kids end up sharing
supplies at tables. Save yourself time and order ahead to make the back to school
transition easy. All orders will be completed online. Kits will be delivered to your child's classroom before
back to school night in August.
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