Weekly Update October 21st, 2024

Toro Parents,

We are excited to bring you this week's updates packed with engaging activities and important events. Please take a moment to review the attached communication packet for detailed information. Here's a sneak preview of what's happening:

• 👻 Boo Grams Are Back! Show your appreciation this Halloween by sending your friends and teachers a fun surprise Boo Gram for just $1.50 each! Order online at https://dgfptsa.givebacks.com/store/items/786498 (limited quantity available!). Orders must be placed by October 25th, with goodies distributed on October 31st.
• 🖍️ Halloween Crafternoon: Get creative and celebrate Halloween! Join us Wednesday, October 23rd, from 1:35-2:35 pm to make your own trick-or-treat bag, enjoy snacks and drinks, and win prizes. Space is limited, so sign up online today at dgfptsa.givebacks.com! The fee is $5.
• 🎬 Red Ribbon Week: Lights, camera, action!  Get ready for Red Ribbon Week, October 28 - November 1!  We're celebrating a drug-free life with a week of movie-themed fun, including dress-up days, a character parade, and more!
• 📚 Character Book Parade: On Thursday, October 31st at 8:30 a.m., all students will participate in a lively book parade around the school! Students are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite book characters. Parents are warmly invited to join us and enjoy this fun tradition celebrating literacy!
• 🌲 Enchanted Forest Book Fair: Join us for our Fall 2024 Scholastic Book Fair, October 28th - November 1st, in Room 81 (First Grade Hallway). Find books, STEM kits, journals, and more! Open 8 am - various closing times (see flyer for details). USD cash or card accepted. Free entry! All are welcome!
• 🏃 Turkey Trot Fun Run: Get your kids registered for FREE today and help us reach our fundraising goal! The fun run takes place Friday, November 22nd. Register now: [insert shortened link here - https://getmovinfundhub.com/register.
• 🚀 Chess Club: Rota Elementary is excited to offer a Chess Club for grades 3-5 starting October 22nd to May 1st! Enhance skills like problem-solving and strategic thinking in Mr. Tutty's classroom (room #137) from 2:35 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. Sessions are on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Space is limited, and parents will be notified about membership status by October 15th. All levels welcome! For more information, please see the attached application form.
• 💉 Flu Vaccine Clinics: Flu vaccines will be available for all beneficiaries starting October 16th.  Vaccines will be available at the Navy Exchange (NEX) on October 16th and 17th, and at DGF School on November 7th and 8th.  For more information, please contact COMM: 956-82-3464 / DSN: 727-3464.
• 🍋 Lemon Chat: Our Military Family Life Counselors are offering small group sessions for students in grades 1-5. The program will run from September 2024 through June 2025. Contact Barbara Angstadt (641-482-865) or Roneiko Henderson (624-262-856) for more information.
• 👪 Family Deployment Group: Join us for the Family Deployment Support Group hosted by Military Family Life Counselors (MFLC) on the 3rd Thursday of every month from 2:50 PM to 4:00 PM in the DGF Elementary Library. Upcoming meetings will take place on October 17, November 14, and December 19, 2024. This is a great opportunity for families to connect and receive support during deployment times. For more information, please contact Barbara Angstadt or Roneiko Henderson at 641-482-8656 or 262-856.
• 🧠 Child's Mental Health Support Group: Join our free, monthly support group! Learn practical strategies, discover helpful resources, and find ways to manage your own stress while supporting your child. The group meets the first Wednesday of each month from 8:15 to 9:30 in the EDIS Building Conference Room. Call 727-4029 to reserve your space.
• 📅 School Calendars: Stay updated with our annual and monthly calendars for October activities.
• 🚪 School Hours: Doors open at 7:50 a.m.; classes begin at 8:05 a.m. Office hours: 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Dismissal at 2:35 p.m., 1:35 p.m. on Wednesdays. Contact: 856-82-0220 (off-base) or 682-0220 (DSN).

Regards,

Ken Kirk

Principal

Rota Elementary

2022 National Blue Ribbon School

 Mission – Educate, Engage, and Empower each student to succeed in a dynamic world.

Vision – Excellence in Education for Every Student, Every Day, Everywhere