Mount Scott Messenger
11201 SE Stevens Road Happy Valley OR 97086
Phone: 503-353-5500
Fax: 503-353-5515
November 2015/16
Dear Mount Scott Families,
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I have talked with a few parents about our new math adoption (enVisionsmath) and the more I learn
about this curriculum the more impressed I am! It is focused, explores a variety of strategies,
articulates from grade to grade and uses mathematics to promote problem solving and reasoning.
What parents will notice and appreciate is that enVisionsmath goes beyond rote arithmetic drill that
describes much of how we learned math. You may enjoy this short article about mathematics and
Common Core Standards http://www.nclack.k12.or.us/cms/lib6/OR01000992/Centricity/Domain/
2262/Big%20Picture%20Common%20Core%20Math%20.pdf This link is also available on our
webpage.
Several parents have asked about working with their student on math homework- YES Please do
that! Two important ideas that will help your child…there is not one way to solve a math problemthere are many and the more strategies a student knows the more understanding they have. Strong
mathematicians can explain their thinking and their misconceptions- talk to your student about how
and why they solved a specific problem. Teachers will be sending home a parent friendly
information sheet explaining the concept (Topic) that they are teaching to help with these
conversations with your child.
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The PTO Carnival was once again fantastic! There are many people to thank to make this event
happen. What was extraordinary about this year is how many parents just stepped up to help in the
moment! It reminded me of a large family gathering where people just rolled up their sleeves and
found a place to help. During these events and having the opportunity to connect with families I am
constantly reminded how blessed I am to be part of the Mount Scott community. I want to thank
LeeAnn Starrett, Kara Kornish, Cara Brown, Jennifer Marcoe, Stephanie Ferry, Juliana Patrick,
Brandi Hamiliton and others for their organization of the Carnival. Congratulations to this year’s Pie
Eating Champions - Summer A. and Matthew T.
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Please remember to have your child dress for the weather (coats, hats, etc). Mount Scott students
will go outside for recess every day!
I hope you, your family, and friends have a chance to spend time together this Thanksgiving and give
thanks and appreciation to the loved ones that surround you.
Cam Kitchen
kitchenc@nclack.k12.or.us
November 23 - 27
NO SCHOOL
NOVEMBER
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Friday Morning Meeting 8 AM
3rd Grade Showcase
23 - 25 NO SCHOOL
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Thanksgiving Holiday
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School Resumes
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Canned Food Drive Begins
MOUNT SCOTT CELEBRATES APPROPRIATE,
SAFE AND KIND BEHAVIOR
The following students were recognized at a Friday
Morning Meeting for displaying Appropriate, Safe and
Kind behavior:
Mrs. Pederson’s Class:
Sparrow G.
Daniel L.
Ms. Guinn’s Class:
Madilyn L.
Sophia W.
Mrs. Maxwell’s Class:
KayLee M.
Lily O.
DECEMBER
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Mrs. Natsch’s Class:
Canned Food Drive
1st Canned Food Collection Day
Luke O.
Mrs. Daniels’ Class:
(Most Cans Collected)
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End of 1st Trimester
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No School For Students
(Report Card Preparation)
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Connect the Dots - Grades 4/5
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2nd Canned Food Collection Day
3rd Collection Day
Mrs. Turner’s Class:
Friday Morning Meeting 8 AM
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Final Collection Day
(Most Cans Collected Overall)
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Nutcracker Performances
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Mount Scott Messenger online
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No School For Students
Blake L.
Montana S.
Ms. Pitzl’s Class:
Bella J.
Preston V.
Mrs. Wallace’s Class:
Lily M.
Anthony O.
Ms. Morgan’s Class:
(Wacky Wednesday)
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Melanie H.
Lauren B.
(Fruity Monday)
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Sammy K.
Alex B.
Lucas T.
Mrs. Richen’s Class:
Chase D.
Emanuel N.
Mrs. Hayhurst’s Class:
Gwen C.
Alina R.
Mr. Smith’s Class:
Grace K.
Layla S.
Mrs. Loudermilk’s Class:
Daniel F.
Lily Le
Cafeteria’s Choice:
WINTER BREAK
December 21 - January 1
School Resumes January 4
Dylan B.
Jason K.
KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!
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Dear Mount Scott Families,
Next month we will be working on the canned food drive. The canned food drive is when each student
brings in food cans to the school, like: tuna, soups, beans, veggies, milks, fruits, peanut butter, dry foods,
etc... Your donations will go to the Lions and Elks to help North Clackamas families.
The main goal this year is to surpass 1,400 cans. The classes that bring the most cans can win The
Golden Can!
Student Leadership would like to thank the families for their donations. One of our Holiday blessings is
the opportunity to work with students, families, and staff members who are dedicated to supporting the
children of Clackamas County.
Happy Holidays! STUDENT LEADERSHIP
NEED A TAX WRITE OFF ??? ADOPT-­‐‑A-­‐‑CLASS is a great way to make a year end donation that benefits our students as well as you. Adopt-­‐‑A-­‐‑Class forms are available on the website and/or in the school office. Adopt-A-Classroom
Every year Mount Scott families and local businesses have an opportunity to Adopt-A-Classroom!
This means the sponsor adopts a classroom of their choice to help the teacher defray classroom
supply costs or allow the class to do something they wouldn’t usually be able to.
It is not too late to Adopt-A-Classroom! For complete details, talk to a teacher or request an
adoption form from the office. Thank you for your support!
2015/16 Adopt-A-Classroom Sponsors
Mrs. Pederson
Mrs. Maxwell
Mrs. Natsch
Mrs. Natsch
Mrs. Natsch
Mrs. Turner
Miss Pitzl
Mrs. Wallace
Mrs. Wallace
Mrs. Richen
Mr. Smith
International Immobiliare
Biomed Pharmaca Inc.
Sharon Albert
Radiant Family Dentistry
COR Accounting
Steve & Kim Maguire
International Immobiliare
Biomed Pharmaca Inc.
Cascade Wealth Advisors
Biomed Pharmaca Inc.
Harmony Adult Care Home
CHANGE OF DESTINATION
CLASSROOM BIRTHDAY PARTIES
If your child is going somewhere other than his or her regular
destination after school or if someone different will be picking
up your child after school, we must have a note from you
that tells us that information. Please do not call and
request changes in destination. We must have written
verification. We value the safety of your child too much to
make exceptions.
In an effort to minimize classroom interruptions and maximize
teaching time, Mount Scott classrooms will celebrate
birthdays once a month.
Please contact your student’s teacher to find out when
monthly birthday celebrations are being held.
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YEARBOOK VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!!
If you are interested in taking pictures for and
designing yearbook pages, please contact Nicole
Burnham at noodlesisthebest@gmail.com
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SCHOOL SAFETY BADGES
We expect all North
Clackamas staff, parents,
visitors or volunteers in our
school to wear
identification badges or name tags at all times (no
matter how long or short your visit is). This
expectation is for the safety of all children and allows
us to immediately monitor adults in our school. It’s
everyone’s responsibility to keep our building safe.
What should I do to protect myself from the flu this season?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
recommends a yearly flu vaccine for everyone 6 months of age
and older as the first and most important step in protecting against
this serious disease. People should begin getting vaccinated soon after flu vaccine becomes available, if
possible by October, to ensure that as many people as possible are protected before flu season begins.
However, as long as flu viruses are circulating in the community, it’s not too late to get vaccinated. In
addition to getting a seasonal flu vaccine, or if you have not already been vaccinated, you can take
everyday preventive actions like staying away from people who are ill and washing your hands to reduce
the spread of germs. If you are sick with flu, stay home from work or school to prevent spreading flu to
others.
¿Qué debería hacer para protegerme de la gripe esta temporada? Los centros para el Control y
Prevención de Enfermedades (CDC) recomienda una vacuna antigripal anual para todos de 6 meses de
edad y mayores como el primer y más importante paso de protección contra esta grave enfermedad. Las
personas deben comenzar a vacunarse tan pronto cuando la vacuna antigripal está disponible, si es
posible por octubre, para que la mayoría de las personas como sea posible estén protegidas antes de
que comience la temporada de gripe. Sin embargo, como el virus de la influenza está circulando en la
comunidad, no es demasiado tarde para vacunarse. Además de recibir una vacuna contra la gripe
estacional, o si usted no ha sido vacunado, puede tomar acciones preventivas diarias como mantenerse
alejado de personas enfermas y lavarse las manos para reducir el contagio de microbios. Si usted está
enfermo con gripe, quédese en casa y no vaya al trabajo o a la escuela para evitar el contagiar de gripe
a los demás.
Что мне следует делать, чтобы защитить себя от гриппа в это время года? Центры по
контролю и предотвращению болезней (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) (CDC)
рекомендуют всем людям в возрасте от 6 месяцев и старше, ежегодно делать прививку от гриппа,
как первый и самый важный шаг в защите против этого серьезного заболевания. Населению
рекомендуется начать делать прививки сразу, как прививка от гриппа станет доступной, обычно к
октябрю. Таким образом, как можно больше людей получат защиту до начала сезона гриппа.
Однако, прививку против гриппа нужно делать пока грипп циркулирует в нашей местности. В
дополнение к сезонной вакцинации от гриппа, если Вы еще не сделали
прививку, Вы можете прибегать к ежедневным профилактическим
действиям: избегать присутствия больных людей и мыть руки, чтобы
сократить распространение микробов. Если Вы заболеете гриппом,
оставайтесь дома и не приходите на работу или в школу, чтобы не заразить
других.