Weekly Update August 26th 2024
🌟 Exciting Week Ahead at Rota Elementary! 🌟
🌼 LABOR DAY: Just a friendly reminder that there’s no school on Monday, September 2nd, in observance of Labor Day. We hope all our families enjoy a wonderfully restful long weekend!
🎈 PREKINDERGARTEN 1ST DAY OF SCHOOL: The moment we’ve all been waiting for is almost here—the 1st day of preschool is on Tuesday, September 3rd! Can’t wait to see those bright, smiling faces!
🥳 BOO-HOO BREAKFAST: Calling all prekindergarten parents! Join us for a heartwarming Boo-Hoo Breakfast on September 3rd in the school cafeteria, beginning at 7:50 a.m., after dropping off your little ones. Swing by the Multi-Purpose Building to connect with other parents over coffee and delicious treats!
📸 SCHOOL PICTURES: Say cheese, everyone! School pictures are coming up the week of September 9th! Check out the schedule below for your child’s specific photo date:
- September 9th: 1st, 3rd, and 5th grades
- September 10th: 2nd, 4th grades, and PSCD
- September 11th: Prekindergarten and Kindergarten
- Make-up pictures: September 12th
🕊️9/11 EVENT: On Wednesday, September 11th, we’ll hold a school-wide ceremony to honor 9/11 at about 8:30 AM in the courtyard. Parents are warmly invited to join us for this brief yet meaningful event.
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🧠 MONTHLY PARENT SUPPORT GROUP: Need support in nurturing your child’s mental health? Don’t miss our monthly Parent Support Group on Supporting You & Your Child’s Mental Wellness! In just 1 hour and 15 minutes, you’ll gain fantastic strategies and insights. Meetings begin on September 4th at the EDIS Building Conference Room from 8:15 to 9:30 AM! Check out the flyer for details.
💜 PTSA MEMBERSHIP: We’d love for all families to join the Rota Elementary PTSA! Your membership means the world to us! Enjoy perks like a FREE Purple Up t-shirt in April and access to valuable resources. By joining, you'll significantly contribute to enhancing our school and supporting events that benefit our kids and staff. Become a member today at the DGF PTSA Givebacks Store!
🙌 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Want to get involved and meet other awesome parents? Look no further! Join the PTSA as a volunteer to support our students through exciting activities. Interested? Reach out to our PTSA President, Stephanie M., at rotadgfptsapresident@gmail.com!
🍿 POPCORN WEDNESDAYS: And the fun continues! Popcorn Wednesdays are beginning on September 4th! Treat your child to the joy of popcorn at school every Wednesday, thanks to our PTSA.
🗓️ SCHOOL CALENDARS: Stay in the loop by checking out the Rota ES annual calendar along with the August calendar. Don’t miss the September calendar for all the exciting upcoming events and activities!
🏫 SCHOOL HOURS: Just a reminder: Doors open at 7:50 AM; classes start at 8:05 AM. Late arrivals need to be signed in by a parent. Office hours are from 7:30 AM - 4:15 PM daily. Contact us at 856-82-0220 (off-base) or 682-0220 (DSN). Dismissal is at 2:35 PM daily and 1:35 PM on Wednesdays—please arrange childcare accordingly.
Let’s make this an amazing week filled with smiles, learning, and community spirit!
