May 8, 2015
SGC Election Results
The elections results are in and we are pleased to announce the new parent and teacher representatives who will serve on our School Governance Council. We congratulate these new Council members who will help guide our school over the next two years:
Sara Hake, Parent/ Guardian
Patty Hampel, Parent/ Guardian
Jason Walter, Teacher
We also want to thank all of you who ran for a position on the School Governance Council. Your willingness to lead is a testament to the strength of our school communit
Volunteer Tea
Roswell North is hosting a Volunteer Tea, honoring all our wonderful volunteers & PIE’s, on Monday, May 11th from 8:30-10:00 a.m. in the Media Center. If you are one of our volunteers, please mark your calendar to attend.
Artist Day
Artist Day was a huge success because of all our wonderful volunteers. Thank you for your time and assistance. Big thanks to our Art Specialist Dierdre Paschall, Jennifer Whitworth, Kerry Veale and Amy Lemon for all their hard work in coordinating. We appreciate all the help and support PTA provides every year to support this amazing instructional initiative. This year we were fortunate to have many RNE parents take part in the event as artists.
Ask your child to share with you some of their favorite experiences from the day. Look forward to Artist Day 2016!
To the Parents of 4th and 5th Grade Students
The Fulton County Department of Research and Program Evaluation has requested that students provide feedback on the SEED Fund initiatives that schools have used to support innovative programs. At Roswell North, we used SEED funds to help with our ‘Full STEAM Ahead!!’ initiative this year. This supported the integration of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) based classes at all grade levels. We are asking your help with providing this feedback by encouraging your student to take the survey accessible at the link below. The link will be active through May 18th.ClickHEREfor Student Survey
From PTA
RNA PTA needs your volunteer spirit for the 2015-2016 school year! We welcome all volunteers whether you can do a little or a lot. Kids might not say it, but they DO take pride in their parents being a part of their school and thrive in the comfort of your support. Please contact Aimee Douglass at if you are interested in becoming involved in the PTA.
Type to Lean 4
RNE purchased Type to Learn 4 (TTL4), an engaging program that will help your child learn and improve his/her typing skills. Your child can practice at home! The program is free to use at home, but there is a small download that has to be done.Students must download the program on their home computer. * 1GB of memory is required, TTL4 is compatible with most operating systems but is not compatible with Google Chrome Books, iPads, or Android Tablets.
Account Code: 159174
Username: the first two initials and last name
Password: birthdate with no slashes. If birthdate has a single digit, do not enter 0 in front (May would be 5m not 05).
Please visit the following website to download the program:
Windows Users - Once you have entered the link above into a web browser, you will scroll down to Windows and select Web (School to Home) “Full TTL4 v1.2.1 Application – Windows (1.01GB)”. To download, click on the link and choose SAVE rather than open or run. The program will now be located in the “Downloads” or “Download” folder. It will be called TTL4v1[1].2.1.msi.
Mac Users - Once you have entered the link above into a web browser, you will scroll down to Mac and select the Web (School to Home) “Full TTL4 v1.2.1 Application – Mac (944.65MB)” file.
For technical assistance please view our knowledge base articles or “Submit a request” at
Upraised Math
RNE is excited to offer Upraised Math, a resource to help families and parents help their child succeed in math. Families use Upraised Math to stay informed about what their child is learning, understand today’s new teaching strategies, and get tips to help with homework. They can also access high quality resources online, including videos, practice activities, and games. You can access Upraised 24/7 from any computer, tablet, or smartphone. Check out the user guide for additional information on navigating the website: UPRAISED MATH.
To get exclusive access as a Roswell North family member, go to and use the code: roswellnorth
Not Returning to RNE Next Year?
We need your help in planning for next year! If you anticipate not returning to Roswell North for the 2015-2016 school year, please complete this form and return it to your child’s teacher.
Roswell North’s three FULL release days for the 2015-16 school year.
During the 2015-2016 school year, RNE will have three full days for teacher training. This has been approved by FCBOE. Please mark your calendars accordingly, as there will be no school for students on these three days: Sept. 4th, Jan. 29th, and April 1st.
Volunteers
Fulton County Schools has a strict policy that all volunteers register online before volunteering.Beginning with next school year (2015-16) FCS will NOT allow anyone to volunteer unless this process has been completed.
Register at the Fulton County Schools Department of Safety & Security web page. “Community” then “Partners & Volunteers”
Complete the mandatory online training.
Complete the volunteer application.
Wait for a confirmation email from Fulton County Schools.
Visit the school and begin volunteering.
For your convenience, the links below provide direct access to the required forms.
Attention Rising Middle School Girls
Do you have a rising 6th grade girl who is headed to CMS next fall? Is she curious about what she really needs to know to be successful academically and socially in middle school? Why doesn't she ask an expert? Rising 8th grade Girl Scout Troop 375 is holding a Lunch & Learn "The Truth about Middle School" Sunday, May 17th 1-2:30 PM at Roswell Presbyterian Church. This event is open to ALL rising 6th grade girls, Scouts and non-Scouts. Pizza & Soda will be served. Cost $5. Parents can drop-off. Please RSVP by Fri, 5/15 to .
The Strong4Life “Be Active” Event is coming May 18th
We have been fortunate this year to have Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s Strong4Life Challenge at RNE at no cost to us. The students haveenjoyed the Strong4Life team’s Pep Rally and visits. The culmination of the program is a “Be Active” event on May 18th, which will be a “funrun” style outdoor event for all skill levels (like Boosterthon but with NO fundraising - just exercise and fun!). The schedule planned for 5/18 is:Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 1st grade: 8-8:45, 2nd grade and 3rd grade: 9-9:45, 4th grade and 5th grade: 10-10:45. Please join us and cheer thestudents as they celebrate their healthy habits. The Strong4Life Challenge is a school-based program that teaches elementary school childrenabout the importance of physical activity and healthy eating, while energizing the entire school community around the four Strong4Life HealthyHabits: 1. Make half your plate fruits and veggies; 2. Be active for 60 minutes a day; 3. Drink more water and limit sugary drinks; and 4. Limitscreen time to less than one hour a day. VisitStrong4Life.com/programsfor more information.
RNE Exterior/Grounds Clean-up – Spring Edition
With just under 6 weeks to go in the school year and spring in full bloom in the area, the Exterior Beautification Committee would like to pull together a spring clean-up for Saturday, May 16th to address some of the issues from the winter weather as well as give the school a spruce up heading into the summer months. We will follow a similar format to our summer clean-up in that we’ll do a general trash pickup, weeding and pruning along with laying of straw and mulch in the needed areas. The more people we have the quicker this goes and the more we can get done. Please join us if you can. We’ll target to get started around 8:30AM that morning and go until we’re finished. If you can participate, please let Randy Bryant () know by May 1st so we can get a headcount for the day and plan the work. We need hands, we need bodies for the work, but please bring any tools you may have including rakes, shovels, brooms, shears, etc. If you have a chain saw and/or blowers, please bring those along too. Lastly, if anyone has a truck and/or trailer that they are willing to “donate” for the morning to help in picking up supplies it would be greatly appreciated (Saves us from having to rent a vehicle for hauling supplies.). Please let Randy know in your response. Thanks in advance and looking forward to seeing a big group on May 16th.
Jr. TEC (Technology, Engineering & Computer) Camp
June 24-25 on the Georgia Tech campus forcurrent 5th grade girls.This fun and interactive camp is hosted by the Georgia Tech Women in Engineering Program and is designed to give young girls an early introduction to the exciting world of engineering with the hope of inspiring them to eventually consider college majors and careers as engineers. Please note that the application deadline for TEC Camp has been extended to Friday, April 17th. Applications were sent home with all 5th grade girls and will also be in the front office.
Girls Summer Lacrosse Camp
Calling all girls!! Do you love playing lacrosse? Sign up for the 2015 Roswell High School girl’s summer lacrosse camp. This camp is for rising 3rd through rising 9th grade girls. It will be held at the lacrosse field at Roswell High School on June 1-4 from 9:00-1:00. Campers of all levels from beginners to experienced players are welcome and will receive instruction from the Kennesaw State University lacrosse coaching staff as well as the RHS lacrosse coaching staff! Get your friends to sign up and make it an even more fun laxin’ week! For more information contact Sue Scheer at or Carol Antona at . Cost is $155 for the week. See you on the field!!
Roswell High School Softball Camp
June 1st, 2nd, and 3rd
9:00AM-2:00PM
Rising 2nd -8th graders
$125. Register before 5/22
$150.00 beginning 5/23
Email Coach Roustan for registration form
Attention all BOY soccer players!
Roswell Hornets Boys Soccer is holding a BOYS only Camp
June 15-17, 5:00- 8:00 pm @ RHS STADIUM
Ages 6-14
Registration now open !!
Register at:
Or email:
Roswell Boys Basketball Camp
7th Annual Boys Hornet FUNdamentals CampJune 1-4 (Monday-Thursday)
The Roswell Boys Basketball Coaching Staff invites all boys basketball players entering grades 2-8 to join Hornet coaches & players at the Hornet’s Nest for basketball camp. The Hornet boys continue to have great team success leading to 9 players going on to play at the college level the last 3 seasons. We want your son to come be a part of the excitement of Roswell Basketball in the Hornets’ Nest in June!
Camps will focus on basketball fundamentals for specific age groups that include proper shooting instruction, footwork techniques, practice tips, and drills for individual improvement. Camps will also feature group contests, team play, and each camper will receive an official Hornet Basketball T-shirt. Our youngest campers will get to play on 8-foot goals to help properly teach the game of basketball. FUNdamentals Camp will be held June 1-4 from 9am-Noon at Roswell High School.
Camp applications are available at all Roswell feeder schools and at
Reminders:
- Transportation Changes
When writing a transportation change for your child, please put their regular way home on the note as well as the change. That way, we can notify the regular transportation folks of the change, so they will not be looking for your child.
- Family Trips
Student absences for family trips are considered unexcused, unless you receive prior approval from the principal. Parents must submit, in writing, a request for the days to be excused, stating the educational relevance of the trip. Students must also submit a written journal of the trip highlighting what they’ve learned. The request for the absence must be submitted to Mrs. Smith no later than two weeks prior to travel. Approval is at the discretion of the Principal.
- Lost and Found
There are many coats, sweaters, shirts, and hats in the Lost and Found. Please take the time to check the Lost and Found located at the end of the 5th grade hall. Unclaimed items will be donated to NFCC donated twice a month; once in the middle of the month and again at the end of the month.
- Birthday Treats
Due to the increasing cases of food allergies among our students, we ask that birthday celebration treats be non-food items. Suggestions include pencils, stickers, etc. The front office staff will make sure that the teacher is aware that the items were dropped off and the students will receive them that day. - Students Returning to School After Hours
It has been RNE’s policy for students not to enter their classroom after hours. The custodians are busy cleaning and teachers sometimes are involved with meetings and planning. - Guest Lunch Schedule
KKBorg Tuesday 1stLeeTuesday
WalterTuesdayWesselingTuesday
HallWednesdayBowlingWednesday
NicholsWednesdayWilliamsWednesday
DeGaetanoThursdayLieblichThursday
SchindlerThursdayVanKriekenThursday
MihichFridayCarrollFriday
YoungFridayMaples Friday
- Per the Fulton County Food and Nutrition Office, outside vendor’s food items are not allowed in the cafeteria. No sodas are ever allowed.
- Students who eat on the stage must follow the same lunchroom expectations as the students who are not eating with their parents. Proper manners include:
- staying in their seat
- raising their hands
- purchasing all snacks/ice cream before sitting down.
- students will not be allowed to leave the stage until lunch dismissal.
- students will not be allowed to invite classmates on stage.
Upcoming Dates:5th Grade Parents
Rising 6th grade transition dates:
May 18th / The Strong4Life “Be Active” Event
May 18-22 / No Lunch Visitors
Kindergarten classes will be using the stage
May 22 / Last day of school- Happy summer everyone
Partners in Education
We are pleased to have many wonderful businesses supporting our school! RNE wants to remind everyone to please patronize all our Partners in Education. Laura Webb, assistant principal, is our business partner contact.
Dr. Licata at Pediatric Associates
Meer Electric
Mathnasium
Crabapple Tutoring
Chick-Fil-A at Roswell Town Center
Aurora/Area51 Movie and Mini Golf
Dignity Memorial
The Roswell School
HoneyBaked Ham
Salon de la vie
TigerRock Martial Arts of Roswell
Cue Barbeque
Giddy-Up Fitness
Kids Chess
Southern Sprinkler Systems
Barberitos
Cici’s of Roswell
Zaxby’s
Fickle Pickle/Sugar Shack
Free money cards below:
Target
Kroger
Publix
School place of Roswell
Home Depot
Hauser Realty Group, LLC
Critter Control of Atlanta
Tolbert Yilmaz School of Dance and The Roswell Dance Theatre