Dolvin Diary - Fulton County Schools

DIARY
Dolvin Elementary School
Laura Zoll, Principal
March 26, 2015
Sarah Ann McConnell, Assistant Principal
Dear Dolvin Families:
This is the latest information we have on the upcoming testing. Please note that this could change but I wanted to give you a
clear picture of what to expect at this point. April 16 th through May 1st, Dolvin’s third through fifth graders will take the
Georgia Milestones End of Grade Test. Students will be assessed on how well they have learned Common Core Georgia
Performance Standards. The tests will measure a student’s knowledge in reading, language arts, math, science and social
studies. Please ensure that your child comes to school on time and is well rested. Students who arrive after 7:50 a.m. will
not be able to participate in testing that day. Please do not schedule appointments for these dates:
April 16th
April 17th
April 20th
April 21st
April 22nd
April 23rd
April 24th
April 27th
April 28th
April 29th
April 30th
May 1st
English/Language Arts, Online and Paper Pencil
English/Language Arts, Online only
English/Language Arts (Writing), Online and Paper Pencil
English/Language Arts (Writing), Online and Paper Pencil
Math, Online and Paper Pencil
Math, Online only
Make-ups
Science, Online and Paper Pencil
Science, Online only
Social Studies, Online and Paper Pencil
Social Studies, Online only
Make-ups
The students may be testing on different days because some will be using computers and we will not be able to
accommodate everyone all at one time as we were able to with CRCT. The test time is very similar to years past.
There will be an ELA test with three sections, and math, science, and social studies will have two sections. Each
section is approximately 70 minutes.
Warmly,
Laura Zoll
Save the Date and Tell Your Neighbors! Jump Start to Kindergarten & New Student Registration for 2015
- 2016 at Dolvin:
Do you have or know of a rising kindergartener or new student who will attend Dolvin during 2015 - 2016?
Please spread the word and mark your calendar for Dolvin’s 2015 - 2016 Registration. Registration is April
1st from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Fulton County also sponsors a Kindergarten registration which will be held
May 6th and May 7th.
10495 Jones Bridge Road • Johns Creek, GA 30022 • (770) 740-7020 • www.Dolvin.org
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Strong for Life came to wrap up the
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
program with fitness fun in the gym.
The PTA thanks you and thanks you for all the help that you've given. We know at times we've seemed quite
driven. One last request, we require. Tomorrow send in the hat - it's the staff we admire! Questions? An email
please send to Leslie Houston lesliehouston@gmail.com or Heather Creech h.a.waldron2@gmail.com and with
your concerns we will contend.
Coins for Cancer
Have any spare change laying around? Why not give it to the Coins for Cancer coin collection! Coins for
Cancer will start on Monday, March 23rd and end on Friday, March 27th. Grades K-5 will get to participate
and compete against each other to see which grade level can collect the most American coins. The winning
grade level will earn extra recess/popsicle party. All money will be donated to the Dolvin Relay for Life team
which supports the American Cancer Society.
JOIN THE CHICK-FIL-A TEAM!
ATTENTION PTA MEMBERS:
You are invited to a PTA General
Meeting to elect our Officers for next
year.
Thursday, April 2, 2015
8:30 a.m.
Room 106
Looking to make some extra money while the
kids are in school? Have a college kid who
is looking for a part time job? We offer
flexible
hours,
college
scholarships,
competitive pay, a friendly place to work
and every Sunday OFF!
Join our winning
team! Contact any manager at Chick-fil-A,
Alpharetta Commons, 4285 State Bridge Road,
770-521-2132.
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March 26, 2015
Warm Weather Dressing
As warm weather continues, students are reminded to dress in a manner that reflects neatness, cleanliness and safety. Fulton County
School board policy states, “…all students shall dress appropriately so as not to disrupt or interfere with the educational program or
orderly operation of the school. Extremes in dressing and grooming will not be permitted.” Shorts and skirts must meet finger-tip
rule and straps must be one inch in width. Bare midriffs, see-through clothing, and apparel that designate gangs or similar are not
appropriate wear. Flip flops should not be worn to school.
On the first violation, the teacher will send a note home to remind you and your child of the dress code. For the second violation,
students will be asked to call home for appropriate clothing or borrow from the clinic.
Please encourage students to dress in an appropriate manner. For student safety, remember tennis shoes are necessary for P.E. days.
DOLVIN CAFETERIA MENU
Friday
March 27
Monday
March 30
Tuesday
March 31
Wednesday
April 1
Thursday
April 2
B
R
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A
K
F
A
S
T
Egg & Cheese English
Muffin, Golden Grahams
Cereal, Cinnamon Toast
Crunch,
Honey
Nut
Cheerios, Honey Chex
Bowl Gluten Free, NutriGrain Bar, Orange Juice,
Apple Slices
Chicken Biscuit, Golden
Grahams
Cereal,
Cinnamon Toast Crunch,
Honey
Nut
Cheerios,
Honey Chex Bowl Gluten
Free, Blueberry NutriGrain Bar, Orange Juice,
Fresh Apple, Assorted
Maple Morning Stick,
Golden Grahams Cereal,
Cinnamon
Toast
Crunch,
Honey
Nut
Cheerios, Honey Chex
Bowl
Gluten
Free,
Golden Grahams Cereal
Bar, Apple Juice, Fresh
Orange
Pancake & Turkey Sausage on a Stick, Golden
Grahams
Cereal,
Cinnamon Toast Crunch,
Honey
Nut
Cheerios,
Honey Chex Bowl Gluten
Free,
Nutri-Grain
Bar,
Fresh Banana, Orange
Juice
Mini Blueberry Waffles,
Cherry Yogurt (4 oz.),
Apple
Cinnamon
Cheerios Breakfast Bar,
Strawberry Kiwi Juice,
Fresh Orange
L
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Crispy Fish Fillet, Brown
Rice,
Cheese
Pizza,
Assorted
Fresh
Fruit,
Signature
Side
Salad,
Edamame
Succotash,
Spicy Chicken Wrap
Ph i l l y
Ch ee s e
Su b
Sandwich,
Chicken
Sliders, Pickles, Falafel
Wrap, Assorted Fresh
Fruit,
Signature
Side
Salad, Green Peas
Sweet & Sour Chicken,
Brown Rice, Hamburger,
Lettuce,
Tomato
&
Pickle, Jamwich Pack,
Assorted Fresh Fruit,
Celery & Carrot Sticks,
French Fries
Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
w/Marinara, Chicken Filet
Sandwich,
Lettuce,
Tomato & Pickle, Turkey
Chef Salad, Assorted Fruit
Mixes, Assorted Fresh
Fruit,
Signature
Side
Salad, Steamed Broccoli
Southern
Breaded
Chicken,
Cornbread,
Turkey Cheese Burger,
Ch eese
Piz za
Pak,
Assorted
Fresh
Fruit,
Celery & Carrot Sticks,
Baked Sweet Potato Fries
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March 26, 2015
Dates to Remember
Johns Creek Volleyball Camp
Jr. Gladiators Spring Camp
Thursday & Friday,
March 26 & March 27:
Coins for Cancer Collection
Thursday, March 26:
Sky Zone Spirit Night
Wednesday, April 1:
Kindergarten & New Student
Registration, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Friday, April 3:
Spirit Day
Monday - Friday,
April 6 - 10:
Spring Break
Thursday, April 16 Friday, May 1:
GA Milestones Testing
Girls and Boys: 3rd - 8th Grade
Johns Creek High School Gym
Time: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Dates: April 14, 21, 28, and May 5, 12
Cost: $95.00 for 5 Sessions
Contact: Steve Goldin at (770) 330-5532
Or stevegoldin7@gmail.com
Parent University
Wednesday, April 1st, 2015, 7 - 8 p.m.
Johns Creek High School Auditorium
“Escaping the Competition Trap”
By David Daesoo Kim, PhD
http://www.rice4me.com/about-me/
· Psychotherapist at the Research Institute for Counseling & Education (R.I.C.E.)
· Adjunct Professor at the Mercer Medical School (Marriage, Family, Therapy Program)
· PhD. Mercer University STM (Boston University)
M.Div. (Emory University)
BA (San Jose State University)
· Specialties: Individuals, Adolescent, Family, Couples, and Group Therapy (Depression, Anxiety, Life Transitions, Religious Issues and Crisis)
We live in a competitive world and our children feel it more than ever. Testing standards have gotten higher and requirements to get into
colleges have risen exponentially. Driven parents pushing too hard can have a negative impact on their relationship with their child. How do
we balance the desire for our children to succeed while also giving them the right environment to grow and become their best? Please join
us for a thought provoking discussion on this pertinent topic in today’s world.
This is the perfect follow up to seeing “Race To Nowhere”.
Handouts and Cookies provided.
RSVP Rachel Kitchens-Cole, School Social Worker
colekr@fultonschools.org
Lost & Found
Our Lost & Found is overflowing with great sweatshirts, coats, etc. Please be sure to check for lost belongings!
SAVE THE DATES
Georgia Milestones for 3rd - 5th graders will be April 16th through May 1st. Please make sure not to schedule any appointments on these days. The students may be
testing on different days because some will be using computers and we will not be able to accommodate everyone all at one time as we were able to with CRCT. The
test time is very similar to that of past years. There will be an ELA test with three sections; and math, science and social studies will have two sections. Each section
is approximately 70 minutes.
We need your help!! Surveys will be a part of our school data and College and Career Ready Performance Index again this
year!
All parents should participate in the Georgia Parent Survey. The link to the Georgia Parent Survey is posted below. After you click
on the link, a drop-down menu will appear. Use the drop-down menu to select the school district and school.
Georgia Parent Survey  http://apps.gadoe.org/schoolclimate/parents.nsf/Survey.xsp
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or any program, activity or service.
If you wish to make a complaint or request accommodation or modification due to discrimination in
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