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Below is a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document compiled from questions asked during the School Board's Public Work sessions regarding Pleasant Lake Elementary. We want to be sure that questions are answered before the next School Board meeting which is April 16.
FAQ: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EVKyGsMCOrB7l7U0OU5svwZ7xNLvQpY2/view?usp=sharing
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Today is a Virtual Live Learning Day. Live instruction will start at 9am please see included schedule.
Eclipse Timing - Starts 1:54, Maximum Point 3:11, Ends 4:25
Enjoy And Stay Safe - Wear your glasses!!
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The link below contains the live eLearning schedule for Monday. Please reach out to your students' teacher or the Ryan Park main office if you have any questions about eLearning on Monday. Have a great weekend!!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-77AL2CwEaLllYzeLXYsWUopI3wEkUCk/view?usp=sharing
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Please see the attached letter from Dr. Widenhoefer regarding the eclipse on Monday. Due to staff and student attendance rates, we will have a live elearning day on Monday. We appreciate your flexibility as we strive to serve our students to the best of our ability. Thank you.
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You're Not Alone...Coaching for Parents
Do you need someone to talk to about the challenges of parenting? Consider meeting with a parent coach for FREE! Register at the link below.
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Tomorrow is our first Parent Informational meeting at the Center for Montessori Education at Trine University, Shambaugh Hall, 600 Park Ave., for parents to learn more about our proposed Montessori program--FREE Public Montessori education for grades K-5. The meeting is from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The classroom space at Trine is limited to 24 attendees per session. We encourage those who would like to attend to complete the form at the link below to reserve your space. We will host a repeat session on April 17. You will be contacted if space fills up and we need to reschedule your visit.
You can also stop in to visit our Montessori Early Learning Center on April 9, 10, or 18 from 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM (Ages 2.5-5--CCDF and On My Way Pre-K vouchers or paid tuition)
Register here: https://forms.gle/BsWAu5uJoSSkHgut8
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Trine University Montessori Open House Registration
We are excited to join the Center for Montessori Education at Trine University to welcome parents to learn more about Montessori education. The classroom space at Trine is limited to 24 attendees per session. We encourage those who would like to attend to complete the form at the link below to reserve your space. You will be contacted if space fills up and we need to reschedule your visit. You can also visit our Montessori Early Learning Center on April 9, 10, or 18 from 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
https://forms.gle/BsWAu5uJoSSkHgut8
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Good Afternoon!
If you have a second or third grade student, you will receive a report detailing your student's performance on IREAD-3. Below is a link to a video with more information.
https://app.screencastify.com/v3/watch/zH3Dp7yRA4UDjZU590iW
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Check out the update regarding the options for Pleasant Lake and find out when you can join Open Houses to learn more about Montessori programs.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hiyj59CySxvjHweIs5GTHhmzxIU3ToqT/view?usp=sharing
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Fourth grade at Ryan Park has been learning about weathering and erosion! Our essential question for our experiment is, "Will the Mountain Last Forever?"
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Kindergarten Registration for 2024-25 school year happening NOW until 7pm. Location Angola High School Gym, park in the student lot by the gym, and enter at door 21. See you there!
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The School Smiles dentist is returning to our school in April for dental cleanings. If you missed the dentist’s first visit, there is still time to get your student signed up for our upcoming visit! Please visit www.schoolsmiles.com/student-signup to sign-up today! A new form needs completed each school year to remain in the program, BUT if you have already completed a form for the 2023-24 school year, you do not need to sign-up again. School Smiles accepts Medicaid, private insurance, and offers self-pay rates for those who may be uninsured.
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This Friday Miss Arnos and the Ryan Park 3rd and 4th grade students will be presenting our spring concert. See the flyer below for more details. Have a great weekend!!
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The link below contains information for youth art classes in Steuben County. The flyer has contact and sign up information if you are interested.
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The Board of Trustees of the Metropolitan School District of Steuben County will meet in a public work session on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at 6:00 pm. at Pleasant Lake Elementary School Gymnasium.
Subject to be discussed: Future Planning for Pleasant Lake Elementary School
Public Comment: Public comment and input will be sought
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Steuben County Health Department will be administering Immunizations during Kindergarten & Pre-K Round-Up. March 13. See flyer for more information. Appointments Required.
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Good Afternoon, We have some exciting news to share about our new take-home books for kindergarten through second grade students. Below is a letter and video with more information. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Evo9ZyyYQ8w
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Students in Mrs. Baierwalter's fourth grade class at Ryan Park took a virtual field trip to learn about coral reefs as they prepare to close out their unit on the marvels of nature.
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Don't Miss Tonight's Parent Guidance Webinar!
You can join from anywhere or come in person to the Carnegie Library from 7:00 PM-8:00 PM.
Register using the QR code and receive the link to join the Webinar.
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If your 5th-grade students fell in love with an instrument during sessions in school recently, sign up for the band in middle school and get your instrument ready to go. Come to AMS on Tuesday from 5-7 and meet with representatives from Sweetwater to start the rental process.
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