Inspiring Minds to Learn, Hearts to Love, Hands to Serve |
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Generosity in action: Last week, the 8th graders packed Easter-themed goodie bags for the entire school! This week, they are delivering them to each class. Special thanks to Michele Craig, Director of Christian Education at Christ Episcopal Church for providing the activity. Please check your child's backpack this week for some Easter fun!
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Cardinal Character Trait of the Month: GENEROSITY
“Give what you have. To someone, it may be better than you dare to think.”
-Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
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COLLECTION CONTINUES THIS WEEK |
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Item collection continues through Friday, March 26th
See the flyer for more information and a list of most-needed items.
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Spring Break Travel Reminder |
Spring Break is March 29-April 5. If you plan to travel out of state during Spring Break (outside of Maryland, D.C., Virginia, West Virginia, Delaware or Pennsylvania) you must either quarantine for 10 days or obtain a negative PCR COVID test before returning to campus. After travel, per CDC guidelines, please wait at least 3 days before getting a COVID test. K-8th grade will be virtual the week following Spring Break to allow time for families to receive PCR test results or quarantine after a trip.
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Be sure to stay up-to-date with our COVID policies and other important information on the CES Parent Hub. |
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Shopping is open Thursdays and Fridays from 12:30-3:30pm now through April 30th. To maintain COVID safety, parents are encouraged to call ahead to reserve a shopping time. Appointments can be made by calling the school office at 301-424-6550. |
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K-8th Grade Virtual Open House
"COVID-19 and Our Kids"
Thursday, April 8th at 4:00-5:00pm
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Join us on Thursday, April 8th for a virtual Open House! It will feature remarks by current CES students and teachers and a keynote presentation by Dr. Natalie Regier, Assistant Professor & Clinical Psychologist at Johns Hopkins School of Nursing.
"COVID-19 and Our Kids: The Impact of the Pandemic on Children and Adolescent Mental Health."
Register using the link below to receive the Zoom link (sent separately closer to the event).
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Wow, what a busy week! PreK has been studying all things Spring. They learned about oviparous animals with an egg experiment, examined different types of animal nests, and studied spring plants. They also learned about the beginning, middle, and end of a story in Language Arts, and they practiced their handwriting skills. Keep up the hard work, Preschool!
Pictured here are Dory B., Reed B. and Elliott C. making bird’s nest helpers and drawing friendship pictures for each other. What a fun activity for a busy week!
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JOURNALISM CLASS MOCK PRESS CONFERENCE |
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As part of the journalism curriculum, fourth grade students have been learning about press conferences. Yesterday they participated in a mock press conference with Head of School, Mrs. Stone. Mrs. Stone provided a preview of some of the plans for CES for the next school year. After her announcement, the student journalists had an opportunity to ask questions and get further information about some of the plans and changes taking place next year. |
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CES FAMILY GATHERINGS IN MONUMENT PARK |
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Wednesdays, 3:30-5:00pm
Starting after Spring Break
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The PA has come up with a wonderful way for CES families to get together safely for some social time! Every Wednesday (weather permitting) from 3:30-5:00pm, families are invited to gather in Monument Park for a socially-distanced pop up picnic! Everyone is invited as we will socially distance and meet at the baseball field. |
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Please bring the following items:
- a snack
- a blanket
- masks for all family members
- hand sanitizer
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FROM THE TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT |
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Recycle your old computers/laptops! |
As part of the move out of the Jefferson Building, CES is working with UPCYCYLE to dispose of outdated computers and electronic equipment. Laptops and computers do not need to be functional in any way, they just need to have a computer chip. Computers may be dropped off on the cart labeled "Upcycle Donations" by the Front Office in the Jefferson Building. Please drop off all items by Friday, April 9th. Contact Caitlin Vredenburg at cvredenburg@cesrockville.org for more information. |
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Research Study for Middle School Families |
Stephanie Cannon, a doctorate student from Liberty University, is in need of volunteers for a research study about technology usage in the classroom. For more information or if you are interested in participating, please contact Stephanie Cannon at scannon11@liberty.edu or Caitlin Vredenburg at cvredenburg@cesrockville.org.
Volunteer groups:
- Students in grades 6-12
- Middle and high school teachers
- Parents of middle or high school students
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CES Virtual Summer Academy |
We were so pleased with the success of last summer's inaugural Virtual Summer Academy that we are launching it again this summer! To help us plan the best offerings, we're asking for your feedback. Please fill out this brief questionnaire. Thank you! |
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CESummer! Little Cardinals Camp |
Christ Episcopal School is offering its much loved Little Cardinals preschool summer camp for children aged 3 - 5 years old. Run by a former CES preschool teacher, former Gymboree owner, and current early childhood teacher, this year promises lots of outdoor physical activity and safe social interaction with other children.
Our theme will be Imagination Set Loose! and will incorporate fun physical challenges, engaging games, and creative adventures that will build both social and physical skills, and most importantly provide joyful excitement to your little ones. Stay "in the know" by visiting our website. |
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Please check your student's school bag for Auction & Gala related flyers and newsletters! |
DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT THE AUCTION AND GALA? Please check out “Answers to Frequently Asked Questions” on the CES Auction and Gala website! |
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Thinking of donating an item to the CES Auction and Gala? Is the donation form sitting on your desk or kitchen counter and you keep forgetting to fill it out? PLEASE send it in today! We need all donations no later than April 20th. The school is grateful for everyone’s creativity and generosity! |
Want to donate via Amazon? Good news! We have selected a handful of items that we would love to have donated so that we may complete some packages we would like to auction off at the gala. Four easy steps:
- Go to smile.amazon.com/registries/custom
- Search “Christ Episcopal School”
- Purchase one item on the list, that ships directly to CES!
- Fill out a donation form to let us know you have donated the item.
Thank you for your generous donations!
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What is the BEST OF LIVE RAFFLE? If you win, tyou get to select any of the live auction items, which are the most valuable and sought after items in the auction. There are only 43 tickets left! You can’t win if you don’t play. Just $100 for a ticket and a chance to win, AND you are generously supporting the school -- sounds like a win-win! Go to www.givergy.us/ces and buy your raffle tickets today! |
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You have the opportunity to donate a bottle of wine, whiskey or champagne in celebration of one of your student’s cool CES teachers or staff members. Flyers were sent home in your student’s backpack, but if you need another, please click here. All bottles donated will be auctioned off during our Live Auction at our Auction and Gala in May. |
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NEWS FROM CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH |
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Be sure to check out Christ Church's Sunday services on their YouTube Channel. You can also learn more about CEC programs and ministries on the church website. |
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Christ Episcopal Church hosts a free English Conversation class on Monday nights at 7:00pm for students to practice English with native speakers. We could use volunteers!
- Technical support with Zoom
- Mandarin speakers
If you know someone who could benefit from the class or if you would like to volunteer, please contact Emily Correll at 301-346-3285 or emilycorrell66@gmail.com. |
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On April 11th, Jeff Dee from the local chapter of Habitat for Humanity is speaking at the Church Forum beginning at 11:00am.
For more information about the forum or the planned Habitat for Hunaity projects, contact Mary Belknap at 301-251-1486.
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Christ Episcopal Community-wide Garden Project |
We are hoping to start a pollinator garden! We are looking for people to help plan, plant, and possibly donate plants, soil, mulch, butterfly houses, wind chimes, or simple decorative garden art. If you are a gardener and would like to get involved, please let us know! Contact Emily Pearce at ekepearce@gmail.com
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Thank you to our Gold Level corporate sponsors! |
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These organizations have generously donated money for scholarships that directly benefit our students. |
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Christ Episcopal Church
$10,000 Scholarship
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Acuity Technology Group
$5,000 Scholarship
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Do you know a company who could sponsor a scholarship for a student in need? Please share this flyer and help continuing to RAISE CES. Thank you!
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