Petsworth Elementary School
←
→
Page content transcription
If your browser does not render page correctly, please read the page content below
JANUARY AND FEBRUARY 2021
A COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND PUBLIC INFORMATION
PUBLICATION
Petsworth
Elementary
School
Proud,
Positive,
and Productive!
A Message From Your Principal
Dear Patriot Families,
I am so happy to ring in 2021 at Petsworth Elementary! Thank you so much for your support
of our community during the first months of the 20-21 school year. We had much to learn
about providing virtual learning and how to bring back our students a group at a time. Our
faculty and staff made the days prior to the Winter Break rich with instruction that
incorporated the joy of the holiday season. We are starting January in a virtual setting to
ensure the health and safety of our community, but we hope to return to the in-person,
hybrid schedule by mid-month.
We’ll be wrapping up the second quarter at the close of January and kicking off Quarter 3 on February 4th. During this
time, teachers will be monitoring the success of their instructional efforts through student assessments. The
information they collect will help with planning lessons in the upcoming quarter.
Attendance significantly impacts achievement. It is vital that students have direct instruction from their teachers
(whether in-person on the hybrid schedule or on Zoom) and complete assignments to have the best chance for success
in 2021. I encourage families to stay in touch with teachers and the office whenever circumstances keep a student from
attending school. We must work as a team toward creating our very best Patriots!
I hope you will find many blessings in 2021 as we set goals for personal, academic, and community-wide success!
Gwendolyn Wallace
Rack Room Shoes
Helps Put Our Best Feet Forward
Thanks to Rack Room Shoes of Gloucester and the Shoes
that Fit program, Petsworth Elementary School was able to
send over 100 pairs of shoes to Petsworth students this past
holiday season.
Petsworth PTA Going Strong January &
February!
Dr. Martin Luther King Day/NO SCHOOL-
Thank you to our wonderful Petsworth Monday, Jan. 18
PTA for the morning smiles and Return to School Hybrid A Schedule-
breakfast goodies on Thursday, Tuesday, Jan. 19
December 3, 2020. If you haven't Return to School Hybrid B Schedule-
already done so, please join our Thursday, Jan. 21
Petsworth PTA. To register via Last Day of 2nd Quarter-
Membership Hub go to: Friday, Jan. 29
petsworthpta.new.memberhub.store. NO School/ Professional Days-
Thank you! Monday-Wednesday, Feb. 1-3
First Day of 3rd Quarter-
Thursday, Feb. 4
Petsworth PTA Secretary Ms. Kristi Bell serves
coffee and goodies to Petsworth staff. President's Day/NO School-
Monday, Feb. 15
Petsworth Patriots… Time to Get Involved! Join the Petsworth PTA
Hello Petsworth Patriots! As the Petsworth PTA The Petsworth Elementary School
president, I would like to encourage all parents and staff PTA is currently conducting a
to get involved with our school community by joining the Membership Drive for the 2020/2021
PTA (Memberhub.com) and to volunteer on one of the school year!
many committees.
Please join the PTA and get involved
I believe communication is key to a successful year. in your child’s education. For only $5,
Please do not hesitate to contact me you will have access to special
(cpatullo57@gmail.com) if you have ideas, questions, or
concerns. I would like to thank you for getting involved programs and discounts.
and supporting our school.
Charlie Patullo, Petsworth PTA President Register via Membership Hub at:
petsworthpta.new.memberhub.store
Amazon Smile Program- Please support the PTA or request a registration form by
by using the link below when purchasing items on contacting Charlie Patullo at
Amazon. cpatullo57@gmail.com.
The Petsworth PTA unique charity link is:
https://smile.amazon.com/ch/54-1386005
BOX TOP PROGRAM-It's the easiest way to
ppy New Year
earn money for our school! Just download the Box
Ha !
Tops mobile app and register Petsworth PTA.
A Droplet From Our School Nurse:
Mrs. Caroline Smith The Best Way to Be Engaged... Volunteer
If you have not already done so, please make sure you and START THE NEW YEAR OUT RIGHT!
your child have received the flu shot. Please also continue Contact Cindy Thomas-
to mitigate the COVID virus by washing hands, staying 6 Petsworth Community Engagement Coordinator
feet apart and making sure to wear masks when in public. at cthomas@gc.k12.va.us or 804-693-4555.
Additionally, because our students are now virtual for the The Patriot school newsletter is brought to you by
Petsworth Community Engagement, a division of the
next two weeks, it is important to promote move-it breaks.
Gloucester County Department of Community
Move-it breaks are when students do 1-2 minutes of moving Engagement and Public Information,
every few hours while doing school work. It can be a silly http://www.gloucesterva.info/Community
dance, running in place, jumping jacks, head-shoulders- Engagement. Please contact Cindy Thomas with any
questions or comments. Visit the Petsworth
knees and toes, etc. If families or students experience any Elementary School webpage and also like us on
COVID symptoms they, should contact their doctor or seek Facebook at http:www.facebook.com/Petsworth-
medical treatment at urgent care. School-1436023413353010
Happy New Year
Deck the Halls---fa,la,la,la,la
The halls were decorated
with festive gingerbread
decorations spearheaded
by Mrs. Christina
Berezansky and Mrs.
Jeanette Stevens.
Ms. Alyssa Thomas provided
some smiles in the hallway
with her handy reading
reindeer reminder.
Below Hyatt Phelps is all
smiles during Spirit Week.
Tha
tsmi
l
not e says
wor h
ried e's
!
OUR PETSWORTH CAFETERIA IS READY FOR SNOW!
Petsworth had our
very own Story Walk.
Six signs were posted
beside the bus loop
along the sidewalk by
the cafeteria in
December. This was
to encourage and
provide a fun and
different way for
parents and
guardians to read
with their child.
Look for more books
in the coming
months.
Ms. Slater and Ms. Collins have fun
during Spirit Week for Candy Cane day!
Petsworth Thankful Turkey Craft
In November, students participated in a "Thankful Thanksgiving" craft. Here are just a few
pictures sent in of the finished products.
Oliver Sanders Liya Mackery
Graham Donator
Lendyn Laster
Arthur and Alabama
Knowles
Mary Green Willa
Willa and
and Gabe
Gabe Glaspell
Glaspel
Carter Sterling
Deacon Vickers Charlie Sheridan
The CE & PI Department Strives To Inspire
You
To Build A Thriving Community.
CE & PI provides current information while fostering local and school
Cindy Thomas partnerships, engaging citizens to access resources and opportunities to
cthomas@gc.k12.va.us shape their community.
804-693-4555
Please Visit Petsworth At:
Petsworth Community
Engagement Coordinator
https://petsworth.gc.k12.va.us/ -Petsworth Elementary School
webpage http:www.facebook.com/Petsworth-School-
1436023413353010 - Facebook page
https://twitter.com/petspatriots
Petsworth Annual Turkey Trot
Held on Wednesday, November 18, 2020, the 16th annual Petsworth Elementary School Turkey Trot was another huge
success and lots of fun with a new twist this year. Prior to the event, parents were asked to sign up for a timeslot to bring
their students or family members. Even with the cold temperatures, the entire event was held outside in order to comply
with social distancing. There were 79 student runners, 58 family runners and 28 spectators who joined Mrs. Watkins,
Petsworth PE teacher, for this special event. Many staff volunteers assisted with directing participants around the course.
This annual run or walk event encourages students and families to bring a non-perishable food item when they
participate. The school then donates the food items to the food pantry at Salem United Methodist Church. This year
425 items were donated. Pictured here along with Mrs. Watkins, left to right are:
Family members-Kayden Dixon and Kaylee Burrell, Caleb Briggs, and Kalee Smith.
The second picture shows student Alyssa Davis gobbling up the fun with Mrs. Watkins and the Petsworth Turkey, aka
librarian Mrs. Patty Flanary.
COMMUNITY NEWS
Snowstorms & Extreme Cold
Winter storms create a higher risk of car accidents, hypothermia, frostbite, carbon monoxide poisoning,
and heart attacks from overexertion. Winter storms and blizzards can bring extreme cold, freezing rain,
snow, ice, and high winds.
A winter storm can:
Last a few hours or several days;
Knock out heat, power, and communication services; and
Place older adults, young children, and sick individuals at greater risk
IF YOU ARE UNDER A WINTER STORM WARNING,
FIND SHELTER RIGHT AWAY
Stay off roads.
Stay indoors and dress warmly.
Prepare for power outages.
Use generators outside only and away from
windows.
Listen for emergency information and alerts.
Look for signs of hypothermia and frostbite.
Check on neighbors.
“Know When Winter Weather is Heading Your Way, and be notified during all other emergencies by sign-
ing up for Gloucester’s CodeRed Notification System today. Visit https://public.coderedweb.com/CNE/en-
US/03B6BFC88FA3/.
The Community Connection section is presented by Gloucester Community Engagement through the community schools initiative.
Gloucester County Public Schools neither sponsors/endorses organizations listed in Community Connections & information included is solely
from the organizations. Gloucester County Public Schools shall not be liable for any loss/damage as a result of information included in the
Community Connection section.
COMMUNITY NEWS
Read All About It!
Where can you find out what’s happening in our community? The
Beehive! The Winter 2020-2021 Beehives have hit the streets and
the publication can be viewed online at www.gloucesterva.info
Trouble Paying Bills Because of COVID-19?
Although many utility providers are suspending cutoff notices, the bills are still due and are potentially piling
-up. In addition to payment plans offered by the Gloucester Utilities Department (804-693-4044) on water/
sewer bills, there are local and regional programs and resources that can help individuals whose income has
been negatively impacted by COVID-19.
The Community Connection section is presented by Gloucester Community Engagement through the community schools initiative.
Gloucester County Public Schools neither sponsors/endorses organizations listed in Community Connections & information included is solely
from the organizations. Gloucester County Public Schools shall not be liable for any loss/damage as a result of information included in the
Community Connection section.
You can also read
