 The Amity Weekly Minute:
March 10, 2019
News
Around Amity Elementary
We had a visit from many famous Americans at the Amity Fourth Grade Wax Museum this week. Students did an awesome job of researching and presenting in full character mode!
    A group of Amity 2nd Graders had the opportunity to share "Genius Hour" presentations to their classmates this week. All of these projects were researched (or created) by students in regards to a topic they were passionate about, and presented to an audience! Great work!
  
Kid's Heart Challenge
Our kindergarten through third grade students just finished their Kid's Heart Challenge to support the American Heart Association and their fight against heart disease. Their goal this year was to raise $3,000 and our students were able to raise $3,531! Way to go! Our top 5 fundraisers were 1st grader Sarah Barnes who raided a total of $395. 3rd grader, Mason Robinson who raised $230, kindergartner Ellora Viall who raised $170, 2nd grader Toby Louden who raised $166 and kindergartner Penelope Louden who raised $166! Congratulations and thank you to all of our Amity K-3 students!
 
Spring Break Art Camp
Mother-Son Night
Upcoming Concerts and Events
 6th grade Amity band and choir winter concert
Thursday March 14th at Crawford Auditorium (DPHS). Performance time is at 7:00. Band students report to the stage at 6:30. Choir students report to the choir room at 6:45.
Amity Fine Arts Night
Thursday April 18th at Amity Elementary
2019-20 Annual School Calendar
On Tuesday, February 19, the Deer Park Board of Education approved the 2019-20 Deer Park Community City School District calendar. Please see below for the official calendar or click the link provided. As always, please let the Board Office know if you have any questions or concerns.
To view the PDF, click here.
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training Available at No Cost to You!
Deer Park Library Pop-Up Preschool
 The Deer Park Branch Library is excited to offer a spring session of Pop Up Preschool for children ages 3-5. Classes will be offered on Mondays and Thursdays from April 1 through May 9. The program will run from 10-11:45 a.m. each Monday and Thursday. Registration can be completed by calling 513-369-4450 or emailing Natalie Fields at natalie.fields@cincinnatilibrary.org.
What:
Pop Up Preschool
When:
Mondays and Thursdays
April 1 through May 9
10-11:45 a.m.
Where:
Deer Park Branch Library
2970 E. Galbraith Road
Info:
For more information, contact Natalie Fields at 513-369-4450 or natalie.fields@cincinnatilibrary.org
***SAVE THE DATE***
March 13: Kindergarten Information Night
 On March 13, Amity Elementary will host its annual kindergarten information night. All parents with children starting kindergarten this fall* should plan to attend the event.
During the information night, parents will receive details about the kindergarten program and a registration packet. All paperwork is due May 9. After that date, you will need to call Diane Daily to schedule an appointment to bring in your completed packets. You can contact Mrs. Daily at 513.936.6275.
Kindergarten Information Night
Wednesday, March 13 from 6:30-7:30 PM
Amity Elementary
4320 E. Galbraith Road
Cincinnati, Ohio 45236
Registration Day
Thursday, May 9 from 9-11:00 AM; noon-2:00 PM
Professional Development Center
Howard Building
4131 Matson Avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45236
*Children must be 5 years of age by August 1 to be eligible for kindergarten. Ohio law makes kindergarten necessary and all children must complete kindergarten before entering the first grade.
Free Home Help for Students
We Want to Hear from You!
Do you have a story about a Deer Park student that you'd like to share? Did you participate in a special event or charity that needs to be featured? We want to tell your story. Simply fill out the following form, and you might be featured on the Deer Park website, social media pages or this newsletter! Fill out the form today!
Champions Program
Champions will be running their full day program during Spring Break! The hours will be 6:30 am - 6:00 pm.
Champions will be running a Summer camp here at Amity!
June 10 - August 2 from 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Field trips, swimming, special guests, extended learning activities and friends!
**Cost: $50 enrollment fee (due now)
$90 activity fee (due when camp starts)
-covers all field trips and most activities
$35 per day - only pay for the days you schedule your student
Enroll at: http://discoverchampions.com
Any questions please call Theresa at 513-739-5067.
Notes & Reminders
Preschool Information
Deer Park residence with students who turn 4 before August 1, 2019 are eligible to attend Deer Park preschool in the 2019-2020 school year.
New next year, classes will run four days per week (Monday through Thursday) with a morning and afternoon session. Each session will include up to 14 students.
Kindergarten Cut-off Date Moved to August 1st
Last week, the Deer Park Board of Education approved a change to the cut-off date for kindergarten beginning with the 2019-2020 school year. The cut-off date for kindergarten will now be August 1. Students must turn 5 years of age before August 1, 2019 to be eligible to start kindergarten in the 2019-2020 school year.
Lost and Found
Our Amity "Lost and Found" is quickly growing! Please ask your child to check the lost and found for any missing items! Once we reach Winter Break, all remaining items will be donated!
Lunch Charge Balances
We are reaching high numbers of students with lunch charge balances. We are mailing letters to families of Amity students where the situation needs to be addressed. Please be aware of the status of your student's lunch account, as everyone wants lunch to be an enjoyable and relaxing experience.
Deer Park Schools Looking for Substitutes
Deer Park Schools is looking for substitute teachers at both Deer Park Jr./Sr. High School and Amity Elementary.
If you are interested in becoming a Substitute Teacher for us please apply here. We are partnered with Hamilton County Educational Service Center for this service. They are located at 11083 Hamilton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45231.
Please log on the Hamilton County Educational Service Center's website. Once on the site please follow the directions on that page to complete and submit the forms.
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