TAG Information Meeting

TAG Referral Information Meeting

Thursday, Nov. 7th

5:30p-6:30p

Kathy Caraway Library

If you would like information about whether or not to have a child tested, referral procedures, or testing for the Talented and Gifted Program please plan on attending this meeting

Watch DOGS

The WatchDOGS program is an important part of our school and we're looking for more dads (or step-dads, uncles, grand-dads or older brothers) to be part of this awesome program.   The WatchDOGS dads at Caraway help keep the school safe and provide a positive and active role-model for all students at our school.  Its a great way to get a glimpse of their students' everyday world during school hours and is an EXTREMELY rewarding experience.

The typical WatchDOGS volunteer day will be spent in the kids classrooms, help around the office and library, help monitor lunch and recess and just be a positive male presence in the school.  If you choose to come at the beginning of the day - you and your child will be on the morning KOWL news as well (the kids love being on the news with their dads).

We don't require a huge commitment - come when you can!  An hour or two, a half-day, a full day - whatever works with your schedule.

I bet if you ask your child "Do you want me to be a WatchDOG dad at school?" - the answer will be "Yes….PLEEEEEEEEESE DAD!!!!!"

Please email our Top Dog - bruce.kornfeld@gmail.com or call him at 512-934-1686 to get set up to be part of the WatchDOGS program.

Red Ribbon Week Oct 21-25

Monday: “Sock it to Drugs” day – wear crazy or mismatched socks

Tuesday: “Stomp out Drugs” day - wear tennis shoes

Wednesday: “Boot out Drugs” day – wear boots or western wear

Thursday: “Pledge to be Drug Free” day - wear red, white and blue

Friday: “Say BOO to Drugs” day – wear Halloween colors or t-shirt

October Dates to Remember

October 1, 2013      3rd Grade Program & General PTA Meeting @ 7:00 p.m.

October 2, 2013      Spirit Night - Catfish Parlour (5 p.m. - 9 p.m.) 15% of evening sales go to Kathy Caraway PTA

October 9, 2013      International Bake & Walk to School Day

October 10, 2013    Caraway PTA Science Night 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. @ Caraway Elementary

October 14, 2013    No School (student holiday)

October 18, 2013    Annual "HOOT" Caraway Picnic 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. @ Caraway Elementary by the school playground

October 23, 2013    Caraway PTA Family Skate Night 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Playland Skate Center

October 30, 2013    Early Release

Scholastic Books

Dear Parent,
I have exciting news... You can now place your Scholastic Book Club orders online!

Browse all the great monthly Club selections at low prices and order online - all while helping our classroom earn FREE books, software, and resources.

Here's how it works:

1. Use the information below to access the Scholastic Book Clubs Web site.
2. Follow the prompts to set up your account to use all year long!
3. Browse the titles with your child, and place your order with your credit card.
4. Your order will come to me, and your credit card payment will go directly to Scholastic's secure server. There's no need to send money to school.
5. After I submit the entire class's order to Scholastic, your order will be delivered to our classroom for your child to take home.

www.scholastic.com/parentordering

Class Activation Code: HFMNM

Remember, placing your online credit card order is completely safe and secure.
Ordering online is the most convenient way to use Scholastic Book Clubs. You can order anytime, right up until the online order due date. And this month, our class can earn additional FREE books, just for trying this online ordering service. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,
Mr. Sosa

Cafeteria Volunteers

CAFETERIA MONITOR VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION!
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 12, 2013
8-8:20am
CARAWAY CAFETERIA ANNEX

Help is needed in the cafeteria at lunchtime! This is an excellent opportunity for parents who do not want a long-term volunteer commitment. At Kathy Caraway, we have a unique program that gives the children two recess periods. During lunchtime, one parent volunteer assists the children in the cafeteria and one helps out on the playground. Without parent volunteers, the children will not get a second, lunchtime recess!  When children have more breaks, they come back to class more able to focus on their schoolwork.
Please join us for this brief orientation detailing how you can participate as a cafeteria monitor volunteer!
Can’t make it but still want to volunteer?  Please email Nicole Dockrey atnicole.dockrey@gmail.com for more information.

Education Go Get It Week!

During the week of September 23-27, we will be promoting education by celebrating and learning during "Education Go Get It Week".  Please partner with us by encouraging your children to dress in the following ways:

Monday, Sept. 23:  "Give a Hoot/ College Bound":  Students and teachers wear Kathy Caraway school t-shirts.

Tuesday, Sept. 24:  "Dress for Success":  Students dress up in career outfits or as if they are going for an interview.

Wednesday, Sept. 25:  "Step up for Education":  Students and teachers wear sneakers or tennis shoes.

Thursday, Sept. 26:  "Hats off to College":  Students and teachers wear their favorite collegiate hat.

Friday, Sept. 27:  "Show Your College Spirit":  Students and teachers wear their favorite collegiate t-shirt.

You can also help us by having discussions with your children about where you went to school and what it took for you to get there.  They're never too young to start talking about what they want to do in the future and what type of education it takes to perform this job.  Although their possible career interests will probably change many times throughout their childhood, it's a great discussion to continue!