Friends and Families of Emerson,
It has been exciting year so far watching the students grow academically, socially and physically. It’s amazing how time flies when learning and making new friends take the center of our attention.
I was happy to see many families at Emerson’s Parent Teacher Conferences and the Emerson Variety Show. To hear and see your child’s achievements and talents, as well as set new goals or try something new are wonderful celebratory events in the life of a child. The buzz in the lunchroom after conferences and the variety show was heart warming.
Our students have grown in the past couple of months. I, too, am amazed with my own children’s growth spurts. I was one of those parents happy that some stores were open until 10pm on the first snowfall in order to purchase new boots and jackets for my own children! Now with twins in HIGH SCHOOL, I am searching for the parental tools to persuade them to wear boots and hats! With the cold months upon us, please remember dress your child for the weather, appreciate the elementary years and when possible, label everything.
Remember ongoing communication between home and school is critical in order to maximize our students’ potential. You are always welcomed to share celebrations, concerns or questions you may have regarding your child’s learning. Together we can work on having your child feel and be successful.
Happy New Year!
Karen Kepler
204-2003
Emerson Receives Generous Community Support
Emerson Parent Teacher Organization and Families Donate Time and Money
Through the efforts of many PTO families, Emerson staff and students are able to explore many new experiences due to field trip funds and grants provided through our Emerson PTO. In addition, our PTO Events Planning Committee provides support and organization with our night time family events.
Emerson Variety Show Another Hit because of Community Support!
Barbara Chusid, Emerson Music Teacher, providedPA, lights and wireless microphone to keep us all in “1,2,3 check, check” perfect sound for our 3rd Annual Variety Show.
T.R. Loon snapped amazing photos of our “truly” amazing acts of talent!
DPI Fruits and Veggie Grant provided an after show celebratory snack of salsa and fruit.
Many Emerson staff spent countless hours organizing, rehearsing and decorating for a successful show. Without them……the show would not have gone on…….thank you.
Scholastic Book Fair a Success!
Thanks to many families who purchased books during Parent Teacher Conference Day, wewere able to purchase over 1,600 dollars worth of books for our school library. Many thanks and happy reading for all!
Madison Area Knitters Guild Keep Our Students Warm and in High Fashion
Over 50 beautiful hats, mittens, scarves and sweaters were donated by this crafty and caring group. Emerson elementary students are kept quite warm with our new accessories!
Charles Quinn Emerson Art Memorial Established
Charles Quinn, former Emerson principal and art teacher, passed away in 2011. A memorial has been established in his name to provide an opportunity to create an art gallery within our school community. A thousand dollars was donated to begin the process and plans to make anEmersonArtGallery come alive with student artwork.
Once completed, the gallery will be named the Charles Quinn Gallery in honor of Mr. Quinn’s administrative and art contributions. If you would like to be a part of the planning process, please contact Rachel Schramm, Emerson Art Teacher, 204-2056 or .
AT &T Pioneers and Madison Elks’ Club donates dictionaries to Emerson 3rd, 4th and 5th Graders to keep our eagles’ eyes sharp with editing skills.
Gary Lynch and Family
Once a 2nd grade student at Emerson, Gary Lynch has been a long time supporter of our school-wide programs and our Emerson families. For Thanksgiving and winter celebrations, the Lynch Family donates multiple gift cards to our assist our families who might need a little sunshine in their day. In addition to assisting families, the Lynch family supports our school-wide positive behavior programs by providing generous funds to purchase outdoor/indoor recess equipment and school-wide incentives.
Following Community Members Keep Us Warm with Winter Wear and Close to Their Hearts:
- Assumption Greek Orthodox Church
- St Mary's Hospital Volunteers
- Trinity Lutheran Congregation
- AT&T
- Downtown Optimists Club
- BashfordMethodistChurch
The above community organizations together provided more than 100 hats and mittens, 30 sets of socks, 40 jackets and snowpants sets, 30 packs of underwear and 20 pairs of boots to keep our students dry and warm while they play outside!
UW Parking Fundraiser Brought in $700 to support our school-wide positive behavior and academic programs.
Physician Plus Donates $500 to support and promote physical activity throughout the school day. Donation will assist purchasing winter boots, snow pants for students to play outside during the winter months.
Campbells Labels for Education Redemption: The labels that were collected for last school year went to purchase another roller racer for Specialized Physical Education. This scooter like item uses all arm power to move around the gym. Students who have a gross motor delay use these roller racers at the end of each class. They are a favorite and can also be incorporated into the general PE classes as we collect more in our inventory.
As of December, we have collected over 6,000Labels for Education and will purchase another Roller Racer for Emerson students!
Keep clipping all the General Mills Box Tops, Campbell’s Labels for Education, and milk caps to enrich our students’ lives at Emerson.
Sincerely, Kitty Erdman-EmersonPE
Twenty-three students have been participating in Music con Brio, a new after school violin program at Emerson. Students of Music con Brio made their debut performance on December 20th, 2011 at the Emerson Variety Show. We applaud their hard work!
Music con Brio is very grateful to have received major donations of violins, bows and cases. It is exciting to see the inventory grow. Special thanks goes to A440 Violin Shop, Seman Violins, Southwest Strings as well as individuals Amy Kasper and Mike Lochner for their donations. Mike is a professional violinmaker who has been taking donated violins and making them playable free of charge to the organization. For more information, to make a donation (monetary or musical instrument), or to enroll your child in spring semester lessons, please visit Music con Brio is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization and all donations are tax-deductible.
Dates to Remember
Thursday, January 26th ……………………………..Emerson Roost Coffee Orders Delivered
Friday, January 27th End of 2nd quarter; SHARE 9:45am10:45 Dismissal/No 4k pm class
Friday, January 27th……………………………………………...PTO Family Fun Night 6-7:30pm
Fri, Feb. 3rd…Report Cards Sent Home& Emerson Interest Clubs 1:30-2:15pm Market Day Orders Due
Tuesday, February 7th………………………………….……...... 4/5 Fine Arts Night 6-7pm
Wednesday, February 8th………………………..…………….. Emerson Roost Coffee Orders Due
Thursday, February 9th……………………………..Emerson Code Red Drill Practice 1:15pm
Friday, February 10th …………………Emerson Interest Clubs 1:30-2:15pm/Market Day P/U 4:30
Sunday, February 12th………………………………………Emerson PTO Eagle Fest at the Harmony
Tuesday, February 14th ……………………………………..PTO (5:30 Potluck) Meeting 6pm
Friday, February 17th …………………….K-5 (S.H.A.R.E) 1:30-2:15/ Roost Coffee Orders Delivered February TBA
Tuesday, February 21st …………………………………….Grades 2/3 Fine Arts Night 6-7pm
Wednesday, February 22nd ………………………………...….Emerson 4-5 Book Bowl 12-2pm
Thursday, February 23rd………………………………….Staff/Student Volleyball Game 1:30
Friday, February 24th …………………………….Staff Professional Development, NO SCHOOL
Friday, March 2nd ………………..Emerson Interest Clubs 1:30-2:15pmMarket Day Orders Due
Monday, March 5th………………………………..District-Wide Kindergarten Registration 1-6pm
Friday, March 9th………………………. Emerson Interest Clubs 1:30-2:15pm/Market Day P/U 4:30
Tuesday, March 13th……………...... PTO (Potluck 5:30) Meeting 6pm
Wednesday, March 14th…………….. …………………………Emerson Roost Coffee Orders Due
Friday, March 16th ………………………………………Emerson Interest Clubs 1:30-2:15pm
Thursday, March 22nd ……Staff Professional Development Elementary Early Release 10:45
Friday, March 23rd………………Emerson Interest Clubs 1:30-2:15pm/Roost Coffee Orders Delivered
Tuesday, March 27th …………...Emerson/Edgewood Read across America Night 5:30-7:30pm
Fri., March 30th K-5 (S.H.A.R.E) 9:45Early Release 10:45amGrade ReportingNo 4K am class
Monday, April 2nd -April 9th ……………………………………….Spring Break, NO SCHOOL
FYI Crossing Guard Location Information
Crossing Guard M-F AM Mon. PM Tues-Fri. PM
E. JohnsonSt./Seventh Gene Lamb 7-8am 12:50-1:50 2:20-3:20
E.JohnsonSt/ North Pat Dayton 7-8am 12:55-1:55 2:25-3:25
Commercial Ave/North Charles Litweiler 7-8am 12:55-1:55 2:25-3:25
Emerson Book Bowl! Mark Your Calendars!
It is once again time for the Battle of the Book competition. Fourth and fifth grade students are encouraged to sign up in a team of four. Fourth grade teams will be responsible to read 13 books while 5th grade will battle with 16 books. Students are encouraged often to read all the titles. They will have to know the book titles, authors’ names, characters, story plots and setting.
February 22nd (1-2:30pm), Emerson will hold an in-school competition to choose the team that will represent our school at the All-City Wide competition in March.
Stars of the Week
Each week you will see a new group of Emerson Stars of the Week displayed in the showcase at the top of the stairs as you enter our school. This includes a photograph of each Star and a brief description of why the student was chosen. Stars are acknowledged by classroom and specials teachersbased on a variety of criteria including academic performance, good citizenship, positive attitude, cooperation with others and leadership. On Mondays during morning announcements, Mrs. Kepler reads the Star information so the entire school can celebrate every one of our shining Emerson Stars of the Week.
Past “Stars of the Week” are on display in the school cafeteria. All stars of the week will be distributed at the end of the school year for you to display your “stars” in your very own home
Congratulations to Emerson’s Stars (Nov./December)of the Week
4K
Tino is a star in Ms. Burdulis’ 4K class because he is a leader. He helps remind his classmates how to sit “criss cross applesauce” and will even show them if they don’t know how to do it. Tino is a great artist and you can often find him in the art or Play-Doh area. Tino is an energetic boy, who really enjoys the playground. Way to go Tino!
Nisza is a star in Ms. Burdulis’ 4K class because she always comes to school with a great attitude. She loves the art and math areas. She is great at making beautiful necklaces out of the links. Nisza has a great smile and she is a great friend. Keep up the great work!
Biniam is a star in Ms. Burdulis’ 4K class because he is a great friend. Biniam is new to Emerson and he has quickly made friends with all of his classmates. He is an active boy who loves to run and play on the playground and build with the Legos. Biniam’s favorite place in the room is the dramatic play area. Welcome to our classroom Biniam!
Adelaine is a star in Ms. Burdulis’ 4K class because she loves to be at school. She is always energetic and she loves to play outside on the playground. Adelaine loves the art area and the dramatic play area. She is very good at being a doctor. Adelaine is a great friend to all of her classmates. Keep up the great work!
Dario is a shining star in Mrs. Peddie’s 4K class. He is great with using his words. He helps out kids when they need it. Dario also tries to play with kids who are alone, so they have someone to be with. Keep it up, Dario!
Brooklyn is a star in Mrs. Peddie’s 4K class. She is a super friend to everyone. She helps out when ever she can. Brooklyn loves to have books read to her. She is very patient and shares things with the other kids. Way to go, Brooklyn!
Jayden is a star in Ms. Burdulis’ 4K class because he is a creative kid. He always makes beautiful pictures to take home to his parents. Jayden loves to sing and dance. He is also becoming more adventurous and he is trying more of the fresh fruit and vegetable snack! Keep up the good work Jayden!
Kacey is a star in Ms. Burdulis’ 4K class because he is a great helper. He is always willing to carry the lunch basket or hold the door for the class. Kacey loves puzzles and he can put them back together very quickly. He also can recognize a lot of his letter sounds. Keep up the good work Kacey!
Natalia and Cassidy are stars. They help out in the lunchroom with the 4 year old kindergarteners. The girls open lunches, talk with the kids, and help with coats when needed. They are great with the students. Thank you for all your help, ladies!!
Kindergarten:
Alister is a star in Mrs. Tucci’s class. Alister is a star because he works hard to be a leader at Emerson. He is a very independent worker, and he always makes sure the classroom looks great!
Stella is a star in Mrs. Tucci’s class. Stella is a star because she is a very hard worker. When it is work time she focuses on her work and gets it done on time. Way to go!
Shaundre is a star in Mrs. Tucci’s class. Shaundre is a star because he is a very caring classmate. He uses words to solve problems and always thinks about others.
Makayla is a star in Mrs. Tucci’s class. Makayla is a star because she is very responsible. She takes great care of her things and classroom. She also has a great smile!
Chessa is a star in Mrs. Murray’s kindergarten class for her respectful manners. Chessa always makes sure to raise her hand when she has something to say or contribute to the class discussion. Everyday she shows her teacher and friends respect and kindness. Keep up the wonderful above the line behavior, Chessa!
Tashi is a star in Mrs. Murray’s kindergarten class for his polite manners and cheerful attitude. He is very kind and shares his supplies and toys with friends. He sets a positive example by listening and modeling the rules. Shine on, Tashi!
Nolan is a star in Ms. Potter’s room. Nolan is patient, kind and fun to be around. Nolan is good at reminding his friends to do the right thing.Classroom 219 enjoys having him in our class!
Avyanna is a star in Ms. Potter’s room. Avyanna is a great listener and friend. She loves to make cards for her family and friends during choice time. Classroom 219 enjoys having her in our class!
Emiya is a star in Ms. Cavicchio’s kindergarten class. She knows how school works and follows the rules. She can already write her name, and she is busy learning her alphabet letters!
Gabe is a star in Ms. Cavicchio’s kindergarten class. He comes to school with a smile on his face. You should hear him read books! He also writes books of his own.
Ebrahim is a star in Ms. Grindrod’s class. Ebrahim shines because he is polite and friendly to everyone. He loves to play, and builds magnificent Lego structures. The coolest thing about him is how he is always thinking! Shine on, Ebrahim!
Gretchen is a star in Ms. Grindrod’s class. Gretchen shines because she is always singing and dancing. Gretchen uses lots of big words when she talks. She has a positive attitude every single day.
Shine on, Gretchen!
Ben is a star in Ms. Potter’s room. Ben is always above the line. Ben is a great example for others. Classroom 219 enjoys having him in our class!
Juliana is a star in Ms. Potter’s room. Juliana is a great friend to all. Juliana has been working very hard in literacy. Classroom 219 enjoys having her in our class!
Diamond is a star in Ms. Cavicchio’s yKindergarten class. She shows a lot of joy in learning. She is a good friend and gets along well with everyone at her table.
Augustus is a star in Ms. Cavicchio’s Kindergarten class. He loves to write notes and draw pictures for people. He talks super fast because he always has a lot to say! He is a serious thinker.
Curtis is a star in Mrs. Tucci’s class. Curtis is a star because he cares a lot about his friends. He likes to make jokes and has a great smile!
Calvin is a star in Mrs. Tucci’s class. Calvin is a star because he is loves to learn and he loves the alphabet. He is always learning new things!
First Grade
Henry shines every day in Ms. Kubisz’s class. His enthusiasm and energy is contagious to all. Henry LOVES all subjects-he’s a talented writer, reader and mathematician. Henry also LOVES listening to stories and makes some great connections to what he heard! He also loves to play Four Square- watch out because he is GOOD! Keep shining Henry. We love having you in Room 224!
Francesca shines so bright in Ms. Kubisz’s room-sometimes you need to wear sunglasses. Francesca is an AMAZING student, friend and person. She always works hard and soaks up new information immediately. Francesca is also very caring and compassionate to everyone. She is often seen helping others and making people smile. Francesca recently lost some teeth this year. Watch for her toothless wonderful smile! Thanks Francesca for being you! Keep shining!
Cole is a star in Ms. Lendborg’s class because he is a great thinker and works hard to figure out any kind of problem. Did you know Cole comes to Emerson on the weekends and after school just to play football, soccer and 4-square! He is an awesome friend to all. Keep soaring and smiling Cole!