Cheetah Chatter
January 15, 2016
Calendar
From Mr. Adelman…
Schools Closed
Martin Luther King Day
1/18/16
Happy New Year to all of our Families!
Bumble Bee
1/21/16 2:45 PM
Schools close 3 early
End of marking period
1/22/16
(NO 1/2 day Pre K)
Schools close 3 early
Parent/Teacher conferences
2/4/16
Schools Closed
Parent/Teacher conferences
2/5/16
Schools Closed
Professional Day
2/8/16
David Adelman and Sue Nickles
Outdoor Recess Guidelines
Now that the weather is finally cold, I wanted to share the HCPSS Weather
Guidelines for Recess.
In summary, students will go outdoors unless the temperature and/or wind chill is 20
degrees or less. Please be sure to dress your children warmly, including gloves and
hats. We cannot accommodate parent requests for children to stay indoors unless
accompanied by a note from your medical provider.
Thank you for your attention to cold weather gear for your children.
Additionally, if your child leaves any clothing at school, it often ends up in our lost
and found bin. Please encourage your child to check this bin if anything becomes
lost.
Winter Parent-Teacher Conferences
Math parent-teacher conferences will take place on the afternoon and evening of
February 4th and the morning of February 5th. Specific information about signing up
for a conference with your child’s math teacher will be available next week.
Schools Closed
President’s Day
1215/16
RECC Applications
Available
2/16/16
Pick up in front office
Kindergarten Registration
2/29 – 3/4/16
From the Health Room:
Please put an extra set of clothes in your child's backpack for life's little accidents.
If your child has come home with school issued clothes, PLEASE wash and return them
as soon as possible so we can have them available for other students.
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RECC Applications for 2015-2016 school year
The Ilchester Regional Early Childhood Center (RECC) preschool programs will soon be accepting applications for classes for
the 2016-2017 school year. These classes include children with and without disabilities. The program’s focus is helping all
children develop communication, literacy, math, problem solving, motor, and social skills. Parents of children who will be 3 and
4 years of age for the 2016-2017 school year may pick up an application in the school office beginning February 16, 2016.
All applications must be returned by March 22, 2016. A limited number of openings are available for children without
disabilities. Children are selected based upon screening information given on the application form and the “Ages and Stages
Questionnaire,” as well as observations of the child’s participation in a playgroup. If necessary, a lottery process is
conducted.
If you have any questions, please contact Ashley Murphy at ashley_murphy@hcpss.org or 410-313-2524.
Here's what is going on in Third Grade:
Third grade is busy with their biography research unit. Students chose to research people who have shown determination by
overcoming barriers or challenges in their lives. Third graders will be doing a research report and an oral presentation to share
what they've learned. The oral presentations will be held on Thursday, February 4th between the hours of 9:30 and 11:30 a.m.
in the third grade classrooms. Be on the look out for a schedule to be sent out by your child's homeroom teacher.
CONCERT WEEK REMINDER!
January 22-January 26
1/22, FRIDAY, Beginning strings rehearse from 9:30-10:30
1/25, MONDAY, Beginning band rehearses from 9:30-11:00
1/25, MONDAY, Beginning strings rehearse from 10:30-11:00
1/26, TUESDAY, All players should be in the cafeteria after announcements for the 9:45 AM concert.
Beginning band members (except percussionists) need to bring their folding stands for the rehearsals on the stage starting
1/25.
Beginning saxophone players need a winter hat to cover the bell of the saxophone.
Beginning strings players DO NOT have regular lessons the week of 1/18-/122. They will need their instruments on 1/22,
/1/25, and 1/26.
Beginning band players, DO NOT have a regular lesson on 1/22. They will need their instruments on 1/25 and 1/26.
On January 26th, evening arrival time is 6:30. When you arrive, string players go to Mrs. Maglocci’s room for tuning and
then go to the Media Center to line up. Band students go to the media center.
DRESS: For the evening performance, please wear black bottoms, and a formal white top with black dress shoes. You can
wear your regular school clothes for the daytime performance.
Remember, it is required that you stay for the entire concert!
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MUSIC NEWS
Congratulations to our Fourth and Fifth Grade Choruses:
We would like to congratulate our Fourth and Fifth Grade Choruses on their terrific performances this week on Tuesday,
January 12th and Wednesday, January 13th. Both groups worked hard and performed superbly. Mr. Wilson and Mrs.
Maglocci couldn't be prouder of our fine musicians. Congratulations! All your hard work really paid off.
Third Graders get to perform with Artist in Residence:
Beginning on Monday, January 4th, our school was able to see an amazing assembly by the band, Rock Creek Steel Drums.
During the week, the third graders were able to work closely with our artist in residence, Kevin Martin, learning to play songs
and different aspects of the steel drums. Mr. Martin makes his own steel drums on the Eastern shore and has developed his
own unique method for teaching students to play the instrument. Each student was able to play his/her own steel drum and
each class had four separate thirty minute instructional periods with the artist. During this time there was much excitement,
laughter, and of course, lots of music making learning going on. At the end of the week, the third grade performed on their own
assembly for the first and second graders under the direction of Mr. Martin. We would like to thank the PTA for providing the
funds for this unique and special experience for our students, and especially to Mrs. Kelly Green for writing the grants to make
this experience possible.
Fifth Grade Chorus Invited to Perform at State Music Conference:
We are very honored that Ilchester's very own Fifth Grade Chorus has been invited to perform at the Maryland Music Educator
Association's State Conference in Baltimore, Maryland on Saturday, February 20th. We are the only Elementary School
Chorus that has been invited to perform and we know that our fantastic students will make us very proud. If you see a fifth
grader, be sure to wish the best of luck on this wonderful opportunity.
Ilchester's Fourth and Fifth Grade Musical is Announced:
Drum roll please..............and this year's musical will be: THE LION KING. Because our musicals are really gaining popularity
and seating is becoming quite a premium, we are doubling up on our performances. Fourth grade performances will be 5/11
and 5/13. Fifth grade performances will be 5/10 and 5/12. Information packets will be coming home soon in the Friday folders
soon, so stay tuned.
New Cantus Choir Members Added:
Howard County Children's Chorus has added a new younger chorus for second and third graders from around the county.
Ilchester could send just five students and they are Samantha Bowles, Danica Cooper, Krish Dube, Zachary Fader, and
Jennifer Tom. The Cantus Choir is in addition to the auditioned Lyric Choir that is for fourth and fifth graders from around the
county. Congratulations to our newest and talented members.
Counselor’s Corner
Happy New Year! January is the month for setting new goals you wish to accomplish in the upcoming months! Our Social
Goal this month is to introduce the primary students to a new word called “Reputation”. We are learning that it means a
collection of qualities that helps people know things about me and helps me know things about others. We will use a story
called Nelly, That’s not nice! In this story, Nelly the Naught Newt is habitually less than honest and as a result is accused of
wrongdoing even when she’s blameless. The intermediate classes are wrapping up with the concept of Mindset (our attitudes,
thoughts and beliefs about something). They will reflect on how one’s mindset relates to one’s reputation. Please take a few
minutes with your child to discuss the value of a good “Reputation” and Growth-Mindset.
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January 15, 2016
FROM: HCPSS
Public Information Office
Important notice: Clarification of Policy regarding distribution of print flyers and notices
Recently, some schools have notified organizations that printed materials will no longer be accepted for
distribution through student backpacks, etc. Please be aware that HCPSS Policy 10010 (Distribution and
Display of Materials & Announcements) specifies that community organizations may choose to distribute
printed flyers, etc. via schools as long as they comply with the policy requirements (i.e. non-profit
status, gaining pre-approval, providing sufficient copies of the documents, etc.) Thus, schools must
agree to distribute printed materials that have been pre-approved by the Public Information Office,
in accordance with this policy.
The Public Information Office values schools' efforts to reduce paper, and encourages organizations to
choose electronic distribution when feasible. Please contact the Public Information Office with any
questions, at 410-313-6682 or publicinfo@hcpss.org.
The following announcements have been approved by the Public Information Office for school notices and distribution.
Please feel free to contact the Public Information Office at 410-313-6682 if you have any questions.
Schools may publish any or all of the following announcements in their school newsletters when time and space permit.
These notices should be clearly identified as “Community Notices” and preceded by a statement indicating that the events
are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Howard County Public School System.
Crisis Text Line
Help at your fingertips, Crisis Text Line serves anyone, in any type of crisis, bullying, self-harm, and more. A live, trained
Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds quickly to help you move from a hot moment to a cool moment and to stay
safe and healthy. Text START to 741-741, anonymous and confidential.
If you have any questions or would like more information about Crisis Text Line, please contact Laurie Carson at
lauriecarson@verizon.net for more information or to volunteer, visit www.crisistextline.org.
Howard County Recreation and Parks
Volleyball classes starting this Jan., you can view all of the programs and get more info at
http://www.howardcountymd.gov/volleyball.htm. Just click on the Youth Volleyball Programs and Leagues link. For
questions, please contact Carson Nickell at cjnickell@howardcountymd.gov or 410-313-4720. To register, call 410-3137275.
Success in Style
Success in Style is looking for high school volunteers to help hang and tag clothing, organize donations and maintain neat
and orderly retail spaces. If you'd like to volunteer, please go to our web site www.sucessinstyle.org.
University of Maryland
Evaluation for Parents and Teens at the Comprehensive Assessment and Intervention Program (CAIP) teens age 14 to 15
years, University of Maryland, College Park. Assessment consisting of a series of questionnaires, interviews, and videotaped
activities assess how teenagers and their parents think and act around each other. The study would last for approximately 3-4
hours. Office Phone: (301) 405-4264, caipumd@gamil.com
Candlelight Concert Society
Brentano Quartet, Sat., Jan. 9, 8 p.m., Smith Theatre – Columbia, MD
For more information and to purchase tickets www.candlelightconcerts.org
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River Hill Community Association
Coupon clipping event to benefit military families will be held in Jan., please drop off any unwanted/unused coupons to
Claret Hall in the River Hill Village Shopping Center (6020 Daybreak Circle, Clarksville). Expired coupons are accepted
since the base commissaries allow their use up to 6 months after the expiration date. If you are interested in participating in
the actual coupon clipping on Jan. 13 and 14, call 410-531-1749 to sign up newsletter@villageofriverhill.org.
Candlelight Concert Society
Junie B.’s Essential Survival Guide to School by Theatreworks USA, Sun., Jan. 31, 2 & 4 p.m.
Smith Theatre Columbia, MD. www.candlelightconcerts.org 410-997-2324
Howard Community College
Beginning Sewing: Make use of your trusty, dusty sewing machine. Learn (or relearn) to thread it, select material, follow a
pattern, Tues., Jan. 12-March 8, 7-9 p.m., Wilde Lake High School. Howardcc.edu/Con Ed or call 443- 518-4404.
Howard Community College
Inspiration and Songwriting: Explore lyrical content, rhyme, rhythm, melody and harmony with a talented musician and
composer. Discover the song within you. Weds. Jan.13- Feb. 10, 7-8:30 p.m., Oakland Mills High School. Go to
Howardcc.edu/Con Ed or call 443 518-4404 for more information.
Howard Community College
Beginning Folk Guitar: Learn to play traditional and contemporary songs using flat-picking and finger picking techniques.
Weds, Jan. 13-March 2, 7-9pm, Oakland Mills High School. Go to Howardcc.edu/Con Ed or call 443-518-4404 for more
information.
Howard Community College
Speaking with Confidence: This day long course, taught by a professional speaker and coach, will teach techniques to help
you become a more confident, skilled and polished presenter, Sat., Jan. 16, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Gateway Campus. Go to
Howardcc.edu/Con Ed or call 443 518-4404 for more information.
Howard Community College
From Selfie to Self-Expression: Cell Phone and Tablet Photography: That SLR has been replaced with cell phones and
tablets to take “in the moment” photo memories. Take your shots to the next level with this course, taught by an HCC
instructor and professional photographer. Sat., Jan. 16-23, 9 a.m.-1p.m. Go to Howardcc.edu/Con Ed or call 443 518-4404
for more information.
Howard Community College
Advanced Driving Skills: For newly licensed or seasoned drivers and offered in partnership with DriveTeam. Learn a variety
of skid avoidance and recovery skills using state-of-the-art equipment. Use your own vehicle and the Skid Vehicle. Offered
at HCC (Main Campus, Lot F). Next class is Sat., Jan. 23,12:30-4:30 p.m. For more information go to riderschool.org or call
Loretta Farb 443-518-4971.
Glen Mar Church
Second annual Day of Service: Mon., Jan. 18, (MLK Jr. Day) 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Family-oriented short-term service
opportunities. Free and open to public. Come for an hour or come for the day. Glen Mar Church: 4701 New Cut Road,
Ellicott City. Visit us at www.glenmarumc.org or call D.C. Veale at 410-465-4995 ext. 205.
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Boy Scouts
Troop 615 Open House Jan. 27, at the Church of the Resurrection in Ellicott City at 7 p.m. Join us to learn about Boy
Scouting and the Adventures of Outdoor Cooking. Please RSVP to Dr. Bruce Anderson @ bdaabat@gmail.com.
Healing Dimensions Foundation Offers Stressless Tests
Stressless Tests Winter study skills classes. High School classes start Jan. 27, meeting for four Weds evenings at Centennial
High School. Middle School classes start Jan. 19 and meet for four Tues. evenings at Burleigh Manor Middle School. For
more information, email Bcaldwell202@gmail.com or www.Stresslesstests.org
Food on the 15th
Volunteer opportunities for students of all ages. We collect, sort and deliver free non-perishable groceries directly to lowincome Howard County senior citizens. To learn more about what we do, visit our website at www.foodonthe15th.org/. We
are always looking for students and groups to do food drives for us. We can be reached at foodonthe15th@gmail.com.
St. Andrews Episcopal Church
Pancake Supper, Tues. Feb. 9, 6-8 p.m., St Andrew's Episcopal Church, Rt. 97 in Glenwood. Contact Beth at
elizlindblom@hotmail.com with questions.
Glenelg Country School
The College Admission Process: The Past, Present, and Future, Feb. 10, 7 p.m., Mulitz Theater, Glenelg Country School,
12793 Folly Quarter Rd, Ellicott City, MD. A panel of distinguished college and university admission officers will host a
frank and informative discussion
Full Details and RSVP: www.glenelg.org/dragindialogues.
North Laurel Community Center
Howard County Teen Clubs, Fri., Jan 29, 3:30-5 p.m., North Laurel Community Center, 9411 Whiskey Bottom Rd, Laurel,
MD. Volunteer and earn service hours while learning important leadership and life skills. Please register online or by calling
Recreation & Parks 410-313-7275 (Course Number RP2880.503). For more information, please contact Christine Lyons
clyons@howardcountymd.gov Glen Mar Church
Singers (adults and high-school age) are needed to perform John Rutter’s entire “Requiem” at a Good Friday Worship
Service on March 25, 7:30 p.m. at Glen Mar United Methodist Church in Ellicott City. Practice starts on Thursdays from 7
to 7:30 p.m. in January. Contact Sophie Hong, Glen Mar’s Music Director at 410-465-4995 ext. 209 or
sofie.hong@glenmarumc.org for more information.
Junior Achievement Rising Women
JA Rising Women is a unique after-school opportunity for female high school students in Howard County, Wed., Feb. 17May 18, 5-6:30 p.m. (with 3 sessions extending to 7 p.m.) at bts Software Solutions in Columbia, MD. For more details and
application requests, please contact Hina Naseem at hnaseem@jamaryland.org or 410-313-6403.
SPORTS
4th Quarter
Spring after school leadership program at Bonnie Branch and Elkridge Landing Middle School (Spring registration ends
Mar. 1, 2016). The Fourth Quarter uses fitness and touch football to tackle these MAJOR community issues: 1. Lack of
focus 2. Experimentation with drugs and alcohol 3. Childhood obesity 4. Failing to reach ones leadership potential. Become
apart of the 4th Quarter TEAM by downloading a 4th Quarter Spring registration form at the4thqtr.org or
jguy@the4thqtr.org