Peace • Love • Park Maitland
#Empathy
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February 1:
Open Enrollment Begins
February 3:
Empathy T-Shirt Day
February 3-7:
Grade 6 @ Washington DC
February 6:
Author Visit grades 3rd-5th
February 10:
6th Grade Art Exhibit
February 12:
Early Dismissal Day / Valentine's Day Parties
February 13:
Student Holiday / Staff Professional Development Day; School Wide Empathy Day
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February 14-17:
Staff/Student Holiday - President's Day
February 19:
Admissions Open House
February 21:
Grade 3 Shows
February 24:
Grade 4 St. Augustine Field Trip
February 25:
Skating Party/ Parent Chat
February 26:
Black History Assembly
February 28:
K-4 Shows
March 2:
Summer Camp registration opens; Empathy t-shirt day
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Dear Parents,
Next week, our excited Super Seniors will embark on their much-anticipated trip to Washington D.C.! One special highlight is the Arlington National Cemetery, where they see the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Each year our students lay a wreath at the tomb. To be chosen as one of the four to lay a wreath, students write an essay on the theme, “Why Arlington National Cemetery Is Hallowed Ground.” One of our winners, Julian, creatively expressed his thoughts below. His words were so touching we wanted to share them with you.
We teach many things at Park Maitland, but perhaps our most important is that the freedoms we have today are because of the sacrifice of others.
Arlington is revered for several reasons. The soldiers who fought and died for our freedom is one of them. In section 60, where current soldiers are buried, there are about 20 funerals per day for those who bravely fought for their loved ones and their country. I hope people understand what sacrifice they gave to protect our freedom. The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier represents those who made a great sacrifice: their identity. Only God knows about who they are, but we all know what they did. Every soldier there is respected with honor. I would love to lay the wreath in honor of those who fought, no matter the cost, to bring us to where we are today, America. Family, friends, fellow soldiers, and all that come may not know how or who killed them, but that they died an unforgettable death- one of honor, glory, respect, and sacrifice. I hope people understand that families lost loved ones. They lost fathers, uncles, mothers, grandparents, and even friends.
When I watched the video about Arlington with my class, several wept for those who died for a valiant cause. Some understood and some might haven’t, so that’s what I want to show when I lay the wreath. I want it to represent that someone, somewhere, truly cares and knows that when someone dies, it isn’t just another number on the fatality list, they are a person who was loved and cared for by other people. That’s why Arlington should, and is, revered.
- Julian F.
We look forward to hearing more from our 6th graders next week in their daily reports from Washington D.C.!
Warmly,
Cindy Moon
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Arlington Essay Winners
We are excited to announce our 2020 Arlington Essay Winners. These outstanding writers have been selected to participate in the Arlington Wreath Laying Ceremony during their upcoming trip to Washington D.C.
Congratulations!
Lucy C.
Sophia H.
Ari L.
Julian F.
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This week our teachers made learning fun in "hundreds" of ways! The students were engaged in fun and challenging activities all centered around the number 100 as we celebrated 100 days of school!
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Mark your calendars for
Thursday, May 21st
, and plan to join us at the Bob Carr Theater for this magical event!
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Please join us at the upcoming 6th Grade Art Exhibit, "All Shades United", to be held on
Monday, Feb. 10th
at
6:00 p.m.
in the chambers of Maitland City Hall.
All Park Maitland students and their families are invited to attend this exciting opportunity to view the exhibit and to be present as our 6th graders receive a special recognition from the Maitland mayor, Mr. Dale McDonald. This acknowledgement will be the first item on the agenda for the city council meeting that begins at 6:30 p.m., which will continue after the Park Maitland recognition is over.
We are proud of our students as we celebrate their impactful work in our community.
We hope to see you there on February 10th!
Click here for more information.
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VALENTINE'S CLASS PARTIES!
Valentine's Day parties are taking place on Wednesday, February 12th!
Students are encouraged to bring a card for each classmate. One non-food item may be attached to each card. Students may wear a red or pink top with jeans or uniform bottoms.
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Save the Date for our next Parent Chat!
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How to raise motivated and financially responsible children.
February 25th @ 8:15am
More information to follow.
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The Orlando Science Center is graciously offering Park Maitland families a 20% membership discount.
(This can also be used for renewal memberships).
Just fill out the attached form and return to the front desk c/o Ms. Danae Pollack, by
Tuesday, March 10th.
*
Members also receive special rates for summer programs as well as advanced tickets for special events year round. This offer is available for renewals and new memberships *
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We are excited to share our
2020-2021 school calendar!
First Day of School
K-4/K-5: August 12th
1st-6th grade: August 13th
Last Day of School:
K-4/K-5: May 25th
1st-6th grade: May 26th
Please note, dates are subject to change
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Judges Needed!
In order to make our annual "Dr. Alan Saffran Science Expo" a success, we need help from our parents! We need approx. 45 judges! If you are interested in volunteering as a judge, please submit the below form.
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Our outstanding student athletes are showcasing their talents and learning about the importance of empathy and integrity in sports as they sharpen their skills.
CLICK HERE
to view season schedules. We hope you can make it out to cheer them on!
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Trinity's Author Fest
Friday, February 7th from 3-6:30 pm.
There will be a total of 38 authors visiting with books for all ages. The event is free for all!
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Important Lunch Reminder:
Students should bring a packed lunch or order from Catered lunch (Emma Bean or Bagel King) each day.
If a student accidentally forgets to bring his/her lunch, Bagel King will provide food.
Please do not have food delivered
or dropped off to school
for your child/children.
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Author Visit
Attention all 3rd-5th Grade Students!
On
February 6th
, we are fortunate enough to have author Jen Calonita
visit our school!
She will be giving a presentation during homeroom and first period talking about the writing process and will have a question and answer session.
If you would like to pre-order books
for the event,
click here
. Please submit your order form by
February 4th
!
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To complete their unit on invertebrates, the Super Seniors dissected starfish in Mrs. Ventimiglia's class.
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Students and their families had a wonderful time at the Congo Golf event this week. There was a great turn out, for a great cause!
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We are incredibly impressed with the Super Senior Pop Up Art Gallery -- Art + Math! 6th graders used grids to create shapes and then turned them into masterful creations.
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4th grade students had the opportunity to earn extra credit by writing a current events rap. We aren't the only ones who love what they came up with...Flocabulary chose our students' raps as the winner of their current events contest. They will receive a special shout out from Flocabulary in the coming weeks!
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Prince Harry is backing down from the royal life
He is bringing Archie and Megan, his wife
Although England is still where they are loyal
Titles have changed and they are no longer royal.
-Abigail N.
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So the Newberry “ New Kid” with new things to say
Election 2020, just 11 months away
Aladdin on stage, a local Genie delights
Girl Scout cookies on sale, a treat that’s so nice
I have math and science and SPART on my mind
An Expo, ESW, and the year is almost out of time
Daughters and daddies are dancing, memories to be had
Just thinking of it all, makes me so glad
The weather has been wonky, it can’t make up its mind
It’s trying to be a winter, but that’s not Florida-like
At night it is freezing, in the day the sun burns
It’s like our summertime colds, just won’t take their turn
So this is the story, I came to tell
Thanks so much, it has been so swell
Have an excellent week, there are only so many left
Park Maitland, The Eagles, really are the best
-Ella H.
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Here's a Grammy Award winner
Billie Eilish with her green-black hair
Won five Grammy awards and that's rare.
She is the youngest to win "Album of the Year"
There's a few facts that you want to hear.
Home schooled, has Tourette's
Making music with her brother, who bet
on her success.
It's time to wrap it up with her age and fame.
18-year-old Billie has the world knowing her game.
-Ellie R.
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GRADE LEVEL LINKS
(Please note: Teacher pages are not updated for
the following week until Sunday at 4:00 p.m.)
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