LEDGEVIEWS Newsletter May 2016 A PTO...

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Ledgeview Elementary 5150 Old Goodrich Road, Clarence, NY 14031 (716) 407-9275

LEDGEVIEWS NEWSLETTER A PTO SPONSORED NEWS LETTER

B R I N G I NG S C H O O L A N D F A M I L Y T O G E T H E R .

PTO Co-Presidents:

Amy Carey: [email protected]

Siobhan Comeau: [email protected]

Upcoming Events

May 2-6

Staff Appreciation Week

Scholastic Book Fair

May 5

Food for Needy

May 6

Ice Cream Social & Art Show

May 9

Board of Education meeting

May 9-13

Allergy Awareness Week

May 13

K-5 Staff Development – 11a m

dismissal

May 16-27

School Supply Sale

May 17

Budget Vote & Board Election

Elementary Track meet

My 26

Grade 4 Science Performance

test

May 30

No School

June 1

Grade 4 Science Written test

Our last character education assembly focused on COOPERATION. As part of our reinforcement of this, we have chosen one student per class who truly exemplifies this trait on a daily basis. Congratulations to the following students:

COOPERATION

Kindergarten Mrs. McDowell Ashlyn Gawronski Mrs. Szymanski Madden Cook Mrs. Ward Jayden McFarland Grade 1 Ms. Brennan Tatum Showalter Miss Knubbert Lucas Aiken Mrs. Munich Olivia Krough Grade 2 Mrs. Aery Jana Naab Mrs. Glauser Dylan Brooks Mrs. Glor Cael Vesper Mrs. Topol Nathan Rott Grade 3 Mrs. Adams Naoimh Brady Mrs. Graham John Langworthy Mrs. Kincella Matthew Mohr Grade 4 Mrs. Benkovich Daniel Sherry Mrs. Kolek Julia Matteson Mrs. Matteson Gracie Kracker Mrs. Miller Brianna Callahan Grade 5 Mrs.Balthasar Jackson Bernardoni Mr. Floss Sylvia Mania Mrs. Graham Kendall Woods Mrs. Hastings Katherine Cartenuto

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Dear Ledgeview Families,

There are a few committee positions available for the upcoming school year. We encourage you to consider helping the PTO, perhaps you alone or you and a friend working as a team. It is a great way to get involved and serve your community. We hope you plan on attending the Ice Cream Social, Book Fair, and Art Show on Friday, May 6 ,at 6pm. It is a great way to pick up some of your summer reading materials, while supporting Ledgeview. We would also like to thank Mrs. Greene for organizing the Art Show. It is always so much fun to see what the kids have created! We are sure that your calendars are getting as full as ours are, and you may want to add in the upcoming events. May 2-6 Staff Appreciation Week Melissa Petras, Allison Stoll, Jill Rossi, and Renee Mauzey have been busy coordinating the activities for this event that promises to be a fun-filled week dedicated to all of the people who care for, teach, and guide our children on a daily basis. Monday, May 9 - Board of Education Meeting, Budget Public Hearing at 7pm Clarence High School Lecture Hall. All families are encouraged to attend. May 16-27 - School Supply Kits If you are planning ahead and would like to order your child’s school supplies for next year, please have your order forms and payment in by May 27. Late orders cannot be accepted! Supply kits will arrive in mid to late August. Tuesday, May 17- Budget Vote and Board Election at 7am-9pm Mark your calendars for the School Budget Vote. Voting will take place at the Clarence High School gym. Please remember that every vote is important. Tuesday, May 17 -Elementary Track Meet at 6pm The Elementary Track Meet also takes place at the High School Track. Come out and cheer on the Ledgeview students who will be participating in this fun event. Thursday, May 26 - Grade 4 Science Performance Test This is part one of a two part test. Make sure your 4th graders get a good night sleep and have a healthy breakfast! Monday, May 30 -Memorial Day- No School! Monday, June 1- Grade 4 Science Test Make sure your 4th graders get a good night sleep and have a healthy breakfast! Whew! Now that is a busy calendar! Have fun and take a moment to breathe in that fresh spring air and enjoy the sunshine! Amy Carey and Siobhan Comeau PTO Co-Presidents

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Food Drive . . . Food Drive . . . Food Drive.

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The Next Collection for Food for the Needy is: Thursday, May 5, 2016. This month’s theme is: "Peanut Butter Jelly Time”. Please consider bringing in peanut butter or jelly. As always, any non-perishable donation is welcome.

Ledgeview Girl Scouts coordinate our food drive on the first Thursday of each month. All items are donated to the Clarence Food Pantry.

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SPRING Box Tops Contest is going on NOW!

The results are in for our Box tops count.

The current rankings are: 1. Brennan 2. Kolek 3. Adams 4. Floss 5. D. Graham

Don't forget to turn in your Box Tops! The Top ranked class on June 3 will win recess with Mr Kuwik, and 2nd and 3rd ranked classes will have an ice cream party in their class room! To help with our counting, we are asking that if you are submitting 25 or more Box Tops, please attach 25 Box Tops on a collection sheet. Your son or daughter’s name will then be entered into a drawing for a special prize! To be entered into the individual drawing, you must have 25 regular box tops taped to a sheet with your child’s name clearly marked on the paper. We appreciate any help you can give to make the counting as easy as possible!

BOX TOPS CONTESTS 2015-2016 Spring contest going on Now!

The winning class will have recess with Mr. Kuwik!

Don’t forget to ask all your friends, neighbors, aunts, uncles and grandparents to help our school by saving Box Tops.

We have been very fortunate in the past to update technology throughout the school. We are looking forward to even more updates with your help!

Thank you for all your help and support!

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Follow us on social media for updates and information on all PTO activities.

https://www.facebook.com/LedgeviewPto

https://twitter.com/ledgeviewpto

https://instagram.com/ledgeviewpto/

Text LEDGEVIEW to 22828 to join the PTO mailing list!

Parking Lot and Entrance Reminders

The posted speed for the Ledgeview parking lot is 10mph, this includes the privately owned Thompson access road and the entrance off of Old Goodrich. Please note that

parking is never allowed on the Thompson access road.

You are required to STOP at all stop signs in and around the parking lot. Keep in mind that at any time, students, staff, or visitors may be in the parking lot or on the sidewalks surrounding the school. Please drive carefully and for everyone’s safety, do not speed.

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Recycle……Turn Trash into cash!

Help us earn free equipment and cash by turning in:

Ink Cartridges Cell Phones Small Electronics Laser Cartridges

Items can be dropped off in the main hallway near the cafeteria.

Visit the Funding Factory web site for more information. fundingfactory.com

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ATTENTION COMMITTEE CHAIRS: INFORMATION FOR THE LEDGEVIEWS NEWSLETTER IS DUE THE 20TH OF THE PRIOR MONTH TO OUR NEWSLETTER EDITOR, SHARON FINLAYSON,

[email protected]. MATERIALS FOR THE JUNE 2016 NEWSLETTER WILL BE DUE BY MAY 20TH.

Late entries cannot be accepted.

Every May, FARE hosts a nationwide Food Allergy Awareness Week to shine a spotlight on the

seriousness of food allergies and to improve public understanding of this potentially life-

threatening medical condition. By increasing awareness, we can encourage respect, promote

safety, and improve the quality of life of all those affected by food allergies and anaphylaxis.

Here are some facts you may not know about food allergies:

• Food allergies can be life-threatening and are a serious and growing public health problem.

• They affect up to 15 million Americans, including nearly 6 million children – roughly two in

every classroom.

• Nearly 40 percent of these children have already experienced a severe or life-threatening

reaction. In addition, more than 30 percent of these children have multiple food allergies.

• The number of children with food allergies in the U.S. increased 50 percent between 1997

and 2011, but there is no clear answer as to why.

• A reaction to food can range from a mild response (such as an itchy mouth) to anaphylaxis, a

severe and potentially deadly reaction. Every three minutes, a food allergy reaction sends

someone to the emergency room in the U.S.

• About a third of kids with food allergies report that they have been bullied specifically

because of their allergies.

There are many ways you can make a difference in the lives of those living with food allergies:

• Learn more about food allergies and anaphylaxis by going to www.foodallergy.org.

• Get involved with events and fundraisers to help fund food allergy research, awareness,

advocacy and education efforts. Learn more at http://www.foodallergy.org/get-involved.

• Support friends and loved ones with food allergies by asking how you can help!

www.foodallergy.org ©2016, Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE)

CAMP INVENTION REGISTRATION INFO:

Clarence Central School DIstrict

9625 Main Street

Clarence, NY 14031

July 11 - 15, 2016 from 9:00am to 3:30pm

Directed by Sally Harris

[email protected]

(716) 407-9250 ext 213

Price $230 (Before discount)

For children entering 1st - 6th grade

Register at campinvention.org

Make this summer extraordinary! Save $15 when you register by May 10th and use promo code SPRING

CLARENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY i 3 TOWN PLACE ♦ CLARENCE, NEW YORK 14031 ♦ (716) 741-2650

MAY 2016

Clarence Library Events

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This month at the Clarence Public Library

A list of events and links to all our flyers can also be found on the Clarence Library's web page at http://bit.ly/1ciR2Zu

The full URL for the Clarence Library's web page is http://www.buffalolib.org/content/library-locations/clarence

Check out our Facebook page at http://on.fb.me/1tpXgtH

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Registration is required for most programs. Register by phone or in person only. For complete information, follow the highlighted links below or manually type in the short links.

The Friends of the Clarence Public Library’s Spring Book Sale Members Night - Wednesday May 4 6:00 – 8:30 P.M. Open Book Sale – Thursday May 5 10:00 A.M. – 8:30 P.M. and Friday May 6 10:00A.M. – 4:30 P.M. All Day $3 Bag Sale - Saturday May 7 10:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. Become a member of the Friends of the Library. Annual memberships are $5 Seniors; $10 Individuals; $12 Family. A Lifetime Membership is $50.

� The Wolfe Pack – A forum devoted to Rex Stout's Nero Wolfe books. The novel The Black

Mountain will be discussed – for adults – Monday May 9 at 6:30. http://bit.ly/1qw5LHy � Library Craft Time – Make fun and seasonal crafts with Youth Bureau volunteers – for ages 5 to 12 – Registration NOT required – Tuesday

May 10 at 4:00 p.m. http://bit.ly/1U3EMfm � Clarence Library Bookmarks – Book club for adults. New members always welcome – The Rough Road by William J. Locke will be discussed

– Tuesday May 10 at 7:00 p.m. http://bit.ly/1Tz1knu � Kelkenberg Farm presents Baby Animals - Let the kids see, hear, smell, touch, and learn about the newest arrivals this season at Kelkenberg

Farm! – for all ages – Thursday May 12 at 6:30 p.m. http://bit.ly/1N8Kdp4 � Preschool JumpBunch – Sports and fitness for kids ages 3 through 5 – Friday May 13 at 11:00a.m. http://bit.ly/1UW46YA � Mom and Me Yoga Class presented by Miss Donna from Kidding Around Yoga – for children ages 3 to 8 with their mom – Saturday May 14

at 2:00 p.m. http://bit.ly/22crz6D � The Timeless Lake Erie Limited – Jon Rothenmeyer explores three dynamic steam locomotives and the part they played in the rich history of

the Lake Erie shore – for adults – Monday May 16 at 6:30 p.m. http://bit.ly/1UIukNI � Clarence Knitting Club – Bring your knitting projects, exchange ideas, be inspired,

have fun! Crocheters welcome as well – Registration not required – For adults – Tuesday May 17 at 6:00 p.m. http://bit.ly/1ISb32k

� Introduction to eBay – Ideal for Internet users who want to learn how to buy and sell

on the online marketplace – for adults – Friday May 20 at 1:00 p.m. http://bit.ly/1qrKJd8

� Clarence Senior Center Saturday Activity Day – Classic games for seniors – Saturday

May 21 at noon. A classic movie is also scheduled. Contact the Senior Center for details and registration. http://bit.ly/1ISbutE

� Friends of the Clarence Public Library – Regular meeting of the library fundraising organization. Find out what you can do to support the

library – Monday May 23 at 6:00 p.m. Clarence Library Board of Trustees – Regular meeting – Monday May 23 at 7:15 p.m.

� The Lego Club – Love to build and create? Love Legos? Then this club is for you! – For ages 5 to 12 – Tuesday May 24 at 4:00 p.m. http://bit.ly/1QfhrbH

� Young Engineers of Buffalo Lego® Challenge Workshop – Introducing children to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through stories, demonstrations, and specially designed LEGO® kits – for children ages 6 to 12 – Tuesday May 31 at 4:00 p.m. http://bit.ly/1VAyVAp

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Regular Library Hours

Monday 10-9; Tuesday 10-9; Wednesday 10-6; Thursday 10-9;

Friday 10-5; Saturday 10-5

CLOSED May 28, 29, & 30

May Story Times with Miss Amy at 10:30 a.m.

Toddler Time (2-3 years) on Mondays: May 9, 16, & 23. Preschool Story Time (3-5 years) Tues.: May 10, 17, & 24. Wee Read (6-24 months) Wednesdays: May 18 & 25.

Space is limited. Registration is required.

CAMP INSTRUCTORS:MIKE SILVERSTEIN Clarence Varsity Boys’ Soccer Head CoachKEVIN FLOSS Clarence Soccer Club CoachSTEPHANIE STEVENS Clarence Soccer Club CoachThe Clarence High School soccer teams have a tradition of excellence. Coach Silverstein, Coach Floss, and Coach Stevens have led several teams to league, Sectional, and Regional Championships as well as State Semi-Final and State Final appearances.

BE A PART OF THE TRADITION – SIGN UP TODAY!

QUESTIONS?Contact Mike Silverstein (573-7674 or [email protected]) or Kevin Floss (289-1227 or [email protected])

RED DEVIL SOCCER CAMP 2016CLARENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL SOCCER FIELD

JULY 5-8

RED DEVIL CAMP’S

NEXT GENERATION SOCCER CAMP 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM | REGISTRATION FEE: $105Learn the skills, moves, and plays necessary to become a future Clarence High School soccer player. Drills and games as well as instruction will be organized and conducted by the Clarence High School Soccer coaches. Each player will receive a Red Devil Camp t-shirt.

Next Generation Soccer Camp is open to both boys and girls, incoming 3rd graders to incoming 8th graders.

RED DEVIL CAMP’SNEXT GENERATION SOCCER CAMP 2016

JULY 5-8, 2016 | CLARENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL SOCCER FIELD9:00 AM – 12:30 PM | REGISTRATION FEE: $105

REGISTRATION FORM

Boys & Girls – incoming 3rd graders to incoming 8th graders; Grade in Fall 2016

BEFORE MAILING, please make sure that you fill in the entire registration form, recheck all information for accuracy, and include your full payment. You may make as many copies as needed.

Name:

Street Address:

City: State: Zip:

Home Phone: ( ) – Age: DOB: / /

Grade in Fall 2016:

Father’s Name: Mother’s Name:

Primary E-mail Address:

Emergency Contact Name:

Phone: ( ) – Relation:



Allergies/Medications:

Please fill out and mail back completed registration form with check payable to Red Devil CampsRED DEVIL CAMPS | P.O. Box 119 | Clarence, NY 14031

QUESTIONS?Contact Mike Silverstein (573-7674 or [email protected]) or Kevin Floss (289-1227 or [email protected])

RED DEVIL SOCCER CAMP 2016CLARENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL SOCCER FIELD

JULY 11-14

RED DEVIL CAMP’S

FUTURE CHAMPS SOCCER CAMP 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | REGISTRATION FEE: $65Future Champs is a soccer camp designed for young children of all abilities who want to learn more about soccer and have fun at the same time. Campers will participate in engaging skill stations as well as play small sided games. Each camper will receive an official camp gift. All coaches have extensive soccer playing and coaching experience and are all Clarence Elementary school teachers.

Future Champs Soccer Camp is open to both boys and girls, incoming kindergartners to incoming 2nd graders.

CAMP INSTRUCTORS:MIKE SILVERSTEIN Clarence Varsity Boys’ Soccer Head CoachKEVIN FLOSS Clarence Soccer Club CoachSTEPHANIE STEVENS Clarence Soccer Club CoachThe Clarence High School soccer teams have a tradition of excellence. Coach Silverstein, Coach Floss, and Coach Stevens have led several teams to league, Sectional, and Regional Championships as well as State Semi-Final and State Final appearances.

BE A PART OF THE TRADITION – SIGN UP TODAY!

RED DEVIL CAMP’SFUTURE CHAMPS

SOCCER CAMP 2016JULY 11-14, 2016 | CLARENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL SOCCER FIELD

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | REGISTRATION FEE: $65

REGISTRATION FORM

Boys & Girls – incoming kindergartners to incoming 2nd graders; Grade in Fall 2016

BEFORE MAILING, please make sure that you fill in the entire registration form, recheck all information for accuracy, and include your full payment. You may make as many copies as needed.

Name:

Street Address:

City: State: Zip:


Grade in Fall 2016:








Please fill out and mail back completed registration form with check payable to Red Devil CampsRED DEVIL CAMPS | P.O. Box 119 | Clarence, NY 14031

QUESTIONS? Contact Mike Silverstein at [email protected]

RED DEVIL LACROSSE CAMP 2016CLARENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL

JULY 18–21

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | REGISTRATION FEE: $100

Red Devil Lacrosse camp offers your son the opportunity to learn the fastest growing game in WNY. This camp will focus on all aspects of the game. Developing fundamentals, through fun and challenging drills. Along with game situations that focus on teaching the finer points of the game. This camp is designed for any player looking to raise their level or just learning the game. Camp staff includes Clarence High School Coaches and experienced lacrosse coaches.

Each player must have their own stick, mouth guard and water bottle daily. If needed, we will supply helmet, gloves and pads. There are limited sets of equipment to borrow. Please register early if you will need to borrow equipment.

CAMP SPACE IS LIMITED, REGISTER TODAY!

Please fill out and mail the registration form on back with payment to: Red Devil Camps, P.O. Box 119, Clarence, NY 14031

RED DEVIL 2016 LACROSSE CAMPJULY 18-21, 2016 | CLARENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

REGISTRATION FORM & WAIVER

REGISTRATION FEE: $100 | Boys – incoming 1st graders to incoming 8th graders; Grade in Fall 2016

BEFORE MAILING, please make sure that you fill in the entire registration form, recheck all information for accuracy and include your full payment. You may make as many copies as needed.

Name:

Street Address:

City: State: Zip:


Grade in Fall 2016: Will your child need equipment? Yes No



Emergency Contact Name: Phone: ( ) – Relation:

Emergency Contact Name: Phone: ( ) – Relation:


Jersey Size (please check one): Youth M L Adult S M L XL XXL

Please fill out and mail back completed registration form and waiver with check payable to Red Devil CampsRED DEVIL CAMPS | P.O. Box 119 | Clarence, NY 14031

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