Churchill Chatter - Issue 12, October 18, 2020
Dear Churchill Road families,
Our Churchill students and teachers continue to remain committed to distance learning, and we could not be more proud of how our school community has worked together during this time.
As you may have heard, some small student cohorts are beginning to return to schools in person. Our ESOL level 1 students will be the first cohort, starting back in the building the week of October 26. The School Board and FCPS Leadership team are continuing to develop plans for our other cohorts of students. Once those details have been finalized and approved, we will share that information with our Churchill community. In the meantime, we will continue to be focused on supporting both you and your children in the virtual environment.
As always, please do not hesitate to reach out to Ms. Niccolls or me with any questions or concerns you may have.
Sincerely,
Ms. Pierson and Ms. Niccolls
In This Week's Issue
- Winston on Wheels coming tomorrow, Monday, October 19
- Social Emotional Learning
- Breaks for Students during the Day
- Fall Spirit Week Coming October 26-30
- Important Dates
- CRS PTA News -- Spirit Wear Sale ends 10/18, Pumpkin-carving contest, "Boo" your neighbors, and Science Olympiad B orientation
- Quick Links
Join Winston as he visits Churchill Road students tomorrow afternoon, October 19, at some of our bus stops. Winston and friends will be traveling via an FCPS bus and will stop at the five locations listed below.
Winston will have school supply packets for those who couldn't make our recent pickup.
Mrs. Warren will have some special mystery book bags for students to check out.
Mr. Kilpatrick will be available to discuss any tech issues!
We can't wait to see you!
Winston on Wheels Locations
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Lawton St. & Wemberly Wy.
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12:00 Noon
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Ridge Dr. & Heather Brook Ct.
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12:30 PM
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Shipman Ln.& Douglass Dr.
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1:00 PM
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Summit Rd. & Chelsea Rd.
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1:30 PM
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Churchill Road ES (Bus Loop)
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2:00 PM
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Social Emotional Learning at Churchill Road
This year, Social Emotional Learning is at the center of our work at Churchill Road. Each month, our whole school is focusing on an SEL theme. During October, we are teaching skills to regulate emotions. These skills are explicitly taught during a counselor-led lesson and during morning meeting. We are also starting a Mindful Mondays class beginning tomorrow, Monday October 19. This class is open to everyone. You can access the class on the “All Students” page on Schoology. The 4th-6th grade class is 9:05-9:35 a.m. and K-3rd is 11:35 a.m.-12:05 p.m. Hope to see you there!
You can always see what the monthly topic is and find additional information in your student’s specialist agenda under Social Emotional Learning. There’s also a virtual calm down room to support emotional regulation in the virtual setting: https://sites.google.com/fcpsschools.net/churchill-road-calmdown/home
Save the Dates - Fall Spirit Week 10/26-10/30
Mark your calendars for CRS' Fall Spirit Week -- Monday, October 26 through Friday, October 30. Details to follow in a separate email next week.
Important Dates
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Monday, October 19, Winston on Wheels, 12:00 - 2:15 p.m.
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Monday, October 26 - Friday, October 30, CRS Fall Spirit Week
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Friday, October 30, 2-Hour Early Dismissal, 1:20 p.m.
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Monday, November 2 and Tuesday, November 3, Student Holidays
Last Day to Order Churchill Spirit Wear
Place your orders for our new spirit items (including our newest items - a long sleeve t-shirt and a mask lanyard) or order any of our in-stock items - many are on sale. Orders close tonight Sunday, October 18 at 11:59 p.m. All spirit wear orders will be available for pickup at CRS on Monday 11/9 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. (or alternative arrangements can be made). Shop Spirit Wear
Have questions? Contact Karen at spiritwear@churchillroadpta.org.
Enter the Pumpkin Carving Contest!
Calling all CRS students - it's time to enter the Churchill Road Pumpkin Carving Contest! Awards go to the most creative pumpkin in these categories: Bobcat Spirit, Creative Design, Funny, Painted Pumpkin, and Scary. Also, the class with the most participation wins an award!
Post your pumpkin photo to our Padlet by October 28. Winners will be announced by October 30.
- Click on the link: https://churchillroad.padlet.org/nfkilpatrick1/crsptapumpkin2020
- Click on the pink + (plus) in the lower right corner of the Padlet
- Upload your photo – feel free to use clever titles!
Boo Your Neighbors!
Have fun “booing” your neighbors! Leave a few small treats for a neighbor, along with the “I’ve Been Booed” sign (click button below). You can also leave them the page of instructions for what to do in case they want to spread the fun. Each person who gets “booed” leaves that sign on their door so they don’t get duplicate treats (!!) and then they “boo” other neighbors. It’s fun when the whole neighborhood sports “We’ve Been Booed!” signs. Get the Boo scoop!
Science Olympiad B Orientation
Science Olympiad Division B is for CRS students in 5th or 6th grade and offers students the opportunity to learn more about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics while working together in teams. Science Olympiad will be virtual this year. Interested students and parents should attend 1 of the orientation sessions:
- Tuesday, October 20, 6:00-6:45 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 21, 12:15-1:00 p.m.
The meeting links will be posted on the CRS PTA website.
Quick Links
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