Countryside Elementary Newsletter
February 17, 2017
February 2017
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
20
No School
Presidents Day
21
No School
Teacher In-Service Day
22
Gr. 1/2 CP Field Trip
23 24
T asting Event

Pride Assembly
Wear Pride Shirt!
27 28
4:30-7pm Celebration of Culture



March 2017
Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri


1
Yearbook Order Deadline
2
Gr. 4 Field Trip
3
No School

6 7 8 9 10
Fit Friday is Back!  8:15 am
13 14
G r. 1 Field Trip
Old Cahill
15
Gr 1 Field Trip
Old Cahill

CS Choir Concert Parents 8:30 am
16
*Gr.1 Field Trip
Old Cahill

Parent Engagements/
Conferences 4pm
17
Fit Friday 8:15 am

Tasting Event
20 21
Book Fair 
Science Fair
Art Gallery Walk 
22
Deadline to Claim "Lost But Found" Items
23
Early Release
1:50 pm

Parent Input Forms Deadline to Submit
24
No School

27
No School
Spring Break
28
No School
Spring Break
29
No School
Spring Break
30
No School
Spring Break
31
No School 
Spring Break
Message From the Principal
February 17, 2017

Hello Countryside Families!

Enjoy this beautiful weather and the long weekend ahead! Stay healthy and safe!

Karen Bergman
Countryside News & Announcements
Classroom Placement for Next Year - Parent Input Forms
 
Parents wishing to provide input as we begin the process for classroom placement for the fall are encouraged to go online or contact the school office for the Parent Input Form.  Essentially, this is an opportunity for parents to share their children's characteristics/needs and for the school staff to use that information to appropriately place students into classrooms for the fall.  This process is not intended for parents to name their child's teacher for next year, but to provide input to us as we make those decisions here at school.  Copies of the Parent Input Form (in English, Somali and Spanish) are available in the office or in "Quick Links" on the Countryside webpage.  All elementary schools in Edina will be using the same form and the same process.  Completed forms will be accepted until Thursday, March 23rd.



Celebration of Cultures, February 28th
The 2017 Countryside Celebration of Cultures is Coming up on Tuesday, February 28th, 4:30-7:00

What: Celebration of Cultures:  A unique, fun, free school party that celebrates the countries and cultures from around the world represented by our Countryside families.
Where: Gym (Posters and Live Performances) and Cafeteria (Food from Around the World)
When: Tuesday, February 28th, 4:30-7pm
Why: Learn about the Cultures that make up our Countryside Community  
How: Participation is easy. Fill out a sign up form and return it to school. Create a presentation on a country of your choice.
 
Questions?  Please contact Ingrid Yelkin at ingrid.yelkin@parknicollet.com  or Sarina Khariwala at sskhariwala@hotmail.com . 
 
We need your help to make the event a success! Please sign up to volunteer to work a shift or to bring a food item to share.  Thank you!
 
How parents and families can volunteer/participate:

 Day of event volunteers are needed.  Click the link below to sign up for a shift:

 Help us share different foods from your culture or travels.  Click the link below to sign up and get additional details:
   
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c094aa8af2cabf58-food/
Yearbook Orders!  www.ybpay.lifetouch.com 
Yearbook ID Code: 1550617
It's That Time of Year Again!

Flyers went home in backpacks with instructions on how to order yearbooks online.  Soft-sided yearbook pricing begins at $15.00 with additional options available as add-ons.   Order deadline is March 1st.  This is a great way to commemorate the year and a treasured space for kids to write memories to each other! 

Online ordering is the only way to order yearbooks; no checks or cash can be accepted. Questions?  Email Sara Friswold at sarafriswold@gmail.com or Megan Ulland at megan.ulland@gmail.com
FIT FRIDAY IS BACK!
FIT FRIDAY IS BACK!

Spring Program Begins on Friday March 10th
Just show up Friday and find Coach Jonny on the playground or in the Gym 8:15 a.m. - 9:10 a.m.
RISE AND SHINE IT'S FITNESS TIME! 
 
Program Runs Fridays from 3/10 - 5/19.
Lost But Found
Deadline to Claim Items:
Thursday, March 22nd

Unclaimed items will be donated

The Spring Scholastic Book Fair is Coming! 
Ready for S'More reading? 

In conjunction with the Countryside Science Fair, the Spring Scholastic Book Fair will be Tuesday March 21st from 4-8pm. 

The Taste of Target Field food truck will be onsite to offer dinner for purchase from 5-7:30 pm.This is a great chance to get a jump start on summer reading lists, teacher thank you gifts and much more!  We will also be collecting donations for All For Books All  again which supports literacy at our school and gives books to each of the Countryside Students on their birthday as well as supports those families in need in our community.  Scholastic then matches our donation amounts with a donation to literacy programs across the country.
The Countryside Gallery Walk & Open Studio
Join us on Tuesday,
March 21st,5:30-7:30 pm

Come tour the Countryside Art Galleries &
enjoy making artwork with your student! 
  • A map of art galleries will be provided
  • Leave comments for your favorite artworks
  • Stop by the art studio with your student to make some art
Countryside Science Fair!
Tuesdsay, March 21st
5:30-7:30pm
Plans are underway for our annual Science Fair, set for March 21st.  For now, start thinking about potential projects/presentations.  Pick up a packet outside the Countryside office and check out the details.  Stay tuned and mark your calendars!
Congratulations Countryside Chess Players!
1st Grade Team:  1st Place!

   Ellis Hook: 1st Place (1st Grade)

3rd Grade Team:  2nd Place@
 THE IMPORTANCE OF READING, by Adriana Christ
Sophmore At Edina High School
 
It is Almost Carnival Time!
 
PTO News and Event Information
Looking for cute Countryside apparel or water bottles?

 Visit the PTO WEBSITE/MY SCHOOL ANYWHERE : HERE

District News
Edina PCN Presents Mindfulness:
Self-Care For Kids
Edina History Museum, "History of Edina"
Stay in the Loop!

There are so many exciting projects underway in the district.  For details and timelines of all of the district's construction projects, visit  HERE
Edina Public Schools Partner with Fraser
Fraser is one of the largest and most experienced providers of children's mental and behavioral health services in the Twin Cities. Fraser is partnering with Edina Public Schools to provide school based mental health services for students in kindergarten through 5th grade starting the 2016-2017 school year. This partnership is designed to meet the social, emotional and behavioral needs of children and their families. 

If you have concerns about your child and wish to pursue Fraser services, or have questions, please speak with the school psychologist ( Jake Mathiason) or social worker  (Sarah Tuma) at your child's elementary school for more information. They will guide you through the next steps for accessing Fraser services.  
Countryside Elementary
5701 Benton Ave, Edina MN 55436
Office 952-848-4700
Attendance 952-848-4702