February 13, 2013 Wednesday Packet

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Date: Wednesday – February 13, 2013 Important Messages from The Cottage School are attached. Please sign this form indicating their receipt and return to the school with your student tomorrow. Thank You!! Parent Signature________________________________________

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News from The Cottage School 2/13/2013

Transcript of February 13, 2013 Wednesday Packet

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Date: Wednesday – February 13, 2013

Important Messages from The Cottage School are attached. Please sign this form indicating their receipt and return to the school

with your student tomorrow. Thank You!!

Parent Signature________________________________________

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February 13, 2013

Wednesday Packet

Important Dates/Information

Teacher Work Day – Thursday, February 14th - No School Presidents’ Day Holiday– Friday and Monday, February 15th and 18th

Stanford Testing begins Monday, February 25th

DUE NO LATER THAN Wednesday, February 27th

March LUNCH MENU SELECTIONS

FOR THOSE WHO PARTICIPATE

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM March session begins

Friday, March 1st

The Lunch Menu and ASP forms are

available at the following link: http://cottageschool.org/school/?page_id=177

Or forms are included in this packet.

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We are preparing for a long weekend and hope you have plans to enjoy some time together. We have come to the end of a dream basketball season with all TCS teams demonstrating admirable courage, phenomenal talent and exemplary sportsmanship! We know this season's prizes are the result of consistent teamwork exercised by the devoted coaches, eager and cooperative players and supportive parents. It takes all of us to do our part by volunteering, encouraging and supporting in any way we can. Our community is admired by other schools for our commitment and consistent support! Congrats to all who stand by our teams (Varsity Basketball

Tournament is still in progress) and help create another moment for our teens to remember forever! Stay involved for the upcoming team sports forming now! This is the time that some of our teens decide to "test" whether their success is theirs or ours/yours. Of course, most students at TCS value the success they have created and are continuing to put their best foot forward. But others, still unsure of their own skills and abilities, begin to slack off thinking they have been "carried" and exert less effort. Part of this can be attributed to "wishful thinking" because holding yourself accountable every day is hard work. But a good portion of this back sliding is due to their deep distrust of their own ability to be successful. They give themselves permission to not meet the standards set and very quickly feel the pressure of goals missed and opportunities lost. This is a vulnerable time for those of us surrounding them with support. We have to be sure to gently but clearly let them experience the disappointment their choices are creating. We cannot step in to rescue them or we will begin to reenact the old patterns that created their dependence and self-doubt. Do not worry. We will not let them crash and burn, but they will be uncomfortable. Some may be angry that no one is "taking care of them" while others pick up the pace and regain their equilibrium. This is all part of the learning process. The more we communicate and continue to hold our teens responsible for their choices, the faster the lessons are learned. I truly love this seasonal celebration of Love! Of course we all should be letting people around us know how important they are and we rarely do, but this time is a special time to address those we care about. When you are a part of a school community, the number of people you love is HUGE!!!! For me, it is impossible to let them all know on just one day! Let’s start with the staff. That incredible team that puts their needs aside to assist, guide, nurture, teach and inspire our students every minute of every day! From there I go to our parents who have sacrificed beyond comprehension for their children…all of their children, and still find the energy to give these precious teens what they need, as well. Seeing the smiles of the parents who come in to take care of business every day, hearing the stories of success and pride, reading their notes of concern or suggestions…all of this endears them to me…every year! Then I turn to these incredible teens who steal your heart and then hold it for ransom until long after they graduate! When I think of the resilience, courage, creativity, compassion and determination that our kids demonstrate every day, I am in awe. A few hearts and flowers just aren’t enough!

February 13, 2013

Jacque’s Note

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2013 AAC T o ur nam e nt

Monday, February 11th

2:00 – Girls #4 vs. #5

3:45 – Boys #4 vs. #5

5:30 – Girls #3 vs. #6 *TCS Girls did not advance

7:15 – Boys #3 vs. #6

Wednesday, February 13th 2:00 – Girls Winner of 4v5 vs. #1

3:45 – Boys Winner of 4v5 vs. #1 TCS Men (#1 Team) play at 3:45

5:30 – Girls Winner of 3v6 vs. #2

7:15 – Boys Winner of 3v6 vs. #2

Friday, February 15th 2:00 – Girls 3rd Place Game

3:45 – Boys 3rd Place Game

5:30 – Girls Championship Game

7:15 – Boys Championship Game

Net Cutting Ceremony Following the Boys Championship Game, the Girls and Boys

Champion teams will be able to cut down the nets.

Important Tournament Information

Admission $5 for Adults; $2 for Students

Parking Please be aware that for the 2:00 and 3:45 games,

parking will be very limited. All buses are to park on

the field below the soccer field. If there are no more

spots in the parking lot, parents and spectators may

have to park in that lot. We will have a shuttle to take

you up to the gym. Parking will not be an issue for the

5:30 and 7:15 games.

Concessions We will have a full concession stand for all 3 days of

the tournament.

Basketballs and Water We will provide basketballs and water for the benches

during the tournament.

Locker Rooms Each team will have a meeting room for the entirety of

the tournament. Please come to the tournament

dressed in uniform.

Benches and Uniforms The higher seeded teams will have the home bench

and wear their white uniforms.

Scorebooks Brandon Hall will provide someone on the clock and

the official home book for all tournament games.

Halftimes The only people allowed on the courts during halftime

are the teams playing in the next game.

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Supporting Georgia Families of Children with Disabilities

Education News

February 11, 2013

Parent to Parent (P2P) is Georgia's Parent Training and Information Center and Family to Family Health Information Center. We provide training throughout the state to help families become better advocates for their children. The following events are scheduled for the month of February.

For further information about these trainings and upcoming events check out the training calendar on our website at www.p2pga.org or call us at 1-800-229-2038.

The Big IDEA! What’s the Big IDEA Behind Inclusion? 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Thursday, February 14, 2013 Homer/Banks County Que Gran IDEA! 9:30 – 11:30 AM Tuesday, February 19, 2013 Marietta/Cobb County Sifting Through Your Parental Rights 6:30 – 8:30 PM Tuesday, February 19, 2013 Hartwell/Hart County What A Great IDEA! A Brief Overview of Special Education for Parents and Families 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM Wednesday, February 20, 2013 Savannah/Chatham County Sifting Through Your Parental Rights 6:00 – 8:00 PM Thursday, February 21, 2013 Monticello/Jasper County

Georgia Medicaid Basics and Home & Community Based Services 7:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday, February 21, 2013 Roswell/Fulton County Where Do We Go From Here? 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Saturday, February 23, 2013 Covington/Newton County Sifting Through Your Parental Rights 2:00 – 4:00 PM Sunday, February 24, 2013 Peachtree City/Fayette County Keys to Help Your Teen Get A First Job 5:30 – 7:30 PM Monday, February 25, 2013 Bainbridge/Decatur County Where Do We Go From Here? Preparing for Transition from High School 3:30 – 5:30 PM Wednesday, February 27, 2013 Tallapoosa/Haralson County Keys to Help Your Teen Get A First Job 6:00 – 7:30 PM Thursday, February 28, 2013 Gainesville/Hall County ___________________________________

Parent to Parent of Georgia provides a wide array of services to help parents advocate for their children with disabilities. If you have questions about your child's special education services, call us at 800-229-2038 or visit us at www.p2pga.org

Parent to Parent of Georgia is the Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) for Georgia, funded by the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education

Programs.

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1st Annual College, Education and Resources Fair For Students with Special Needs (All Diploma Options)

Open to all Educators, Families and Students

Visit the Following Resource Booths

Employment, Staffing Services and Career Exploration

College/University, Technical and Vocational Institutions

Family Support and Assistance Providers

Healthcare Organizations, Supply and Medical Resources

Local, State and Federal Agency Resources

And more…………..

Breakout Sessions

Know the Law and how it Relates to Students with Disabilities

Document and Receive Accommodations at the Next Level

What to Expect as a Student with Disabilities in College

Living a Full and Productive Adult Life

Entertainment from Local Authors and Musicians with Special Needs

Saturday, February 16, 2013

10:00 am to 2:00 pm DeKalb County Board of Education Building (AIC)

1701 Mountain Industrial Boulevard, Stone Mountain, GA 30083

For more Information, Questions, Directions, Vendor Table

Contact: Ron Brown, Chair Family Engagement & Special Needs Committee

Ph: 678-427-8392; email [email protected]

Or

Madeline Griffin, Parent Mentor Office of Special Education Ph: 678-676-1897;

email [email protected]

Visit our county website for a complete list of vendors, information and directions at http://www.dekalb.k12.ga.us/

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Lunch Program Participants please select days & CIRCLE the food choice for each day student will participate.

Student Name: ______________________ Grade: ______

MARCH 2013 LUNCH MENU

We reserve the right to change menu items due to supply and quality.

Parent Signature: ________________________ Date: _______

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 04 05 06 07 08 Middle School

Sack Lunch Only

Breadstix Pizza Marinara

Romaine Salad Tropical Fruit

Chicken Quesadilla Yellow Rice Black Beans Pineapple

Chicken Nuggets Macaroni & Cheese

Green Beans Fruit Cocktail

French Toast Egg

Melon Applesauce

BBQ Chicken

Sandwich Coleslaw Peaches

Sun Chips

Cobb Salad Chicken Salad Plate Caesar Garden Salad BLT Salad Ham &Cheese Turkey & Cheese Bologna & Cheese Ham & Cheese Turkey & Cheese

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12 13 14 15 High School Sack Lunch Only

Cheese Burger

Pasta Salad Broccoli Apple

Asian Chicken Mashed Pot Mixed veg Peaches

Italian Sub Baked beans

Pineapple Pickle

Chicken Empanada Salsa Rice

Tropical Fruit

Pizza Broccoli

Apricot Halves Cookie

Spinach Salad Asian Salad Caesar Salad Fresh Fruit & Yogurt Tuna Salad Plate Turkey & Cheese Ham & Cheese Bologna & Cheese Turkey & Cheese Ham & Cheese

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21 22 Middle School Sack Lunch Only

Beef Ravioli Salad

Fruit Cocktail Garlic Bread

Nachos Rice

Pinto Beans Pineapples

Pancakes Sausage

Applesauce Tropical Fruit

Beef Nuggets Mashed Potato

Carrots Apple

Grilled Chicken

Sandwich Carrots & Ranch

Melon Pudding

Garden Salad Taco Salad Greek Salad Chef Salad BLT Salad

Ham & Cheese Turkey & Cheese Bologna & cheese Ham & Cheese Turkey & Cheese 25

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27

28 High School Sack Lunch Only

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Baked Chicken

Rice Mixed Vegetable Apricot Halves

Meatball Sub Broccoli & Ranch

Pear Halves Sun Chips

Chili Dog Potato Salad

Corn Melon

Chicken Nuggets Macaroni & Cheese

Peas Tropical Fruit

NO SCHOOL

Asian Salad Cobb Salad Fruit & Yogurt BLT Salad Turkey & Cheese Ham & Cheese Bologna & Cheese Turkey & Cheese

PLEASE BE SURE TO CIRCLE SACK LUNCHES FOR THE DAYS YOU WANT A MEAL. NO EXTRA MEALS WILL BE DELIVERED ON THESE DAYS. ALSO, PLEASE NOTE THAT YOUR MEAL ACCOUNT WILL BE CHARGED IF YOU SELECT

A MEAL OR A SACK LUNCH WHETHER OR NOT THE LUNCH IS ACTUALLY PICKED UP. THANK YOU!

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After School Opportunities & Competitive Sports

Academic Support – The teaching staff is available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 3 – 4 P.M. (or in the A.M. by

appointment) for additional academic support at no extra cost.

After School Program (ASP) – High School and Middle School students will have a homework hour from 3:30 – 4:30 P.M.,

followed by either Intramural activities or more Enrichment assistance with homework, organization, and study strategies

from 4:30 – 6 P.M. ASP fees are prepaid in advance by month and are non-refundable.

Late Pick-Up – If you are unable to pick up your child at ANY scheduled pick-up time (either at the end of the school day 3:15 P.M.,

practices, or ASP, etc.), there will be a $1 per minute late fee.

After School for Credit – High School After School for Credit is also available as an after school option for your child. Please contact

the HS Principal if you have interest in enrolling your child in an After School for Credit course.

Additional Academic & Tutorial Programs – Additional services are available for an hourly fee of $65 per hour, covering such

topics as SAT/ACT Prep, Speech/Language services, social skills, etc. Please contact your child’s Principal in regard to

additional academic and tutorial programs.

After School Program (ASP) Fee Schedule Please circle the appropriate fee for the months you wish to prepay for ASP coverage for your child:

Month Monday Only*

Mon. & Fri. Only*

Total due for the Month

August 2012 $105 $36 $81 September 2012 $126 $27 $54 October 2012 $161 $45 $81 November 2012 $105 $18 $45 December 2012 $84 $27 $45 January 2013 $126 $27 $54 February 2013 $119 $27 $54 March 2013 $140 $36 $72 April 2013 $119 $36 $63 May 2013 $119 $27 $54

Total: *If your child participates in sports, ASP coverage is available on days when practices are NOT held. Sorry, but no prorated fees on daily rates are available.

Competitive Sports Teams – High School and Middle School students can participate on any sports team listed below

throughout the year. Fees are determined based on the number of seasons your child participates. Competitive Sports fees &

After School Program fees can be combined in order to assure supervision on days when practices are not held. Competitive

Sports fees also include membership in the TCS Athletic Booster Club. Please circle the sports your child chooses to

participate in each season:

Fall Season: 8/14 - 10/19

Registration by Aug. 14th

Choices: Soccer

Volleyball

Cross Country

Winter Season: 10/23 – 2/13

Registration by Oct. 23rd

Choices: Women’s Basketball

Men’s Basketball

Spring Season: 2/19 – 4/26

Registration by Feb. 12th

Choices: Track and Field

Baseball

Tennis

Golf

Total # of Season Participating

1 Season ($150)

2 Seasons ($300)

3 Seasons ($450)

Total: $

*Note: Dates for specific sports vary within the season. Check with coaching staff for exact dates.

Student Name (Print): Parent Name (Print):

Please Circle: Cash Check Credit Card: AMEX Master Card Discover Cardholders Name:

Credit Card #: Expiration Date: Security Code:

Date: Billing Zip Code: Parent Signature:

Disclaimer: There will be a 3% Convenience Fee added to all Credit Card Charges *All fees are due in advance and are non-refundable*

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COUGAR BASEBALL BEGINS 2/19/13

Practice is from 3:00-5:00 each day Tuesdays-Fridays; pickup is no later than 5:30.

Practice is located at Roswell Area Park; Field #3.

Game schedule is on the TCS website at http://cottageschool.org/school/?page_id=305.

Other information will be handed out on the first day of practice.

We look forward to a great season. “Let’s Play Two”—Ernie Banks!

Baseball Coaches: Cecil Lancaster and Ryan Lafitte

COUGAR TENNIS BEGINS

February 19th

Practice is from 3:00-5:00 each day Tuesdays-Thursdays; pickup is no later than 5:15.

Practice location is yet to be determined.

Match schedule is on the TCS website at http://cottageschool.org/school/?page_id=491.

Other information will be handed out on the first day of practice.

Looking forward to a great season.

Tennis Coaches: Ivan Plastiak and Lynn Haas

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TCS Golf

Team Information

We are very excited about your interest in the Cottage School Golf

Team. There are some things you and your parents will need to know

before you get started

1. Our season is scheduled to begin with practices on February 19th.

a. Practices will be held at Steel Canyon Golf Course Tuesday through Friday and pickup will be

at The Cottage School at 6:00 PM (alternative arrangements can be made if necessary).

b. Home matches will also be held at Steel Canyon; however, adjusted pickup times for those

dates will be listed in the season schedule. Match schedule is available on the TCS website at

http://cottageschool.org/school/?page_id=1996.

2. There is a cost associated with participating in this sport.

a. Students qualifying for the team will need to pay a one-time fee of $250. This cost covers TCS

sports fees, greens fees, and entry fees for all tournaments throughout the season.

b. Students will need to furnish their own equipment. This will consist of clubs, gloves,

appropriate footwear, tees, balls, and team shirt.

3. Because of the nature of golf as a high school sport, the team may consist of only seven players. In

the event that there is an extraordinary amount of interest, it may be necessary to hold a

performance assessment to establish our team roster.

a. Team selection will be based on a number of factors

i. Existing skill and understanding of the game

ii. Availability to participate in practice and competition

iii. Apparent potential

iv. Conduct on the course

We look forward to having you as a part of our Cougar Golf Team and we are very excited about the

upcoming season. If you have any questions, please contact me, James Prentice, during the school day. I

am available by e-mail [email protected] or my school phone number (770)-641-8688 ext. #5122.

HIT EM’ STRAIGHT!!!

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MS February Activities

DATE TIME Activity RAIN-

OUT

TCS$ Things to bring

Thursday

2/14

Teacher Work Day-

NO SCHOOL

Friday and

Monday

2/15 & 2/18

All School

Holiday-

NO SCHOOL

Friday

2/22

Off Campus

8:15

10:00

12:00

12:45

2:40

Levels

Bowling

Lunch

Bowling

Homeroom

$120.06 All students going off campus must

bring a sack lunch unless

pre-ordered through the lunch

program. There will not be

microwaves.

Friday

2/22

On Campus

8:15

10:00

12:00

12:45

2:40

Levels

On Campus Activity

Lunch

On Campus Activity

Homeroom

$117.30

Friday

2/22

Academics $124.20 Academic Materials

*Remember to bring an

independent reading book if you

complete your work early.

High School February

Date Time December Rain out TCS $ Things to bring/US$

Wednesday

2/13

On-Campus

8:20

11:30

12:30

Sex Ed.; Internet safety

Levels

Group Activities

Cookout

$245.12

Winter jackets for outdoor

activities

Thursday

2/14 Teacher Work Day

No school

Friday 2/15

Monday 2/18 Mid-Winter Break

No school

Friday 2/22 1:10-

2:40 Clubs Materials for your club