HAMMOND NEWS
HAMMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
8110 Aladdin Drive
Laurel, MD 20723
410-880-5890
Safe-to-School 301-725-9250

June 13, 2008

JUNE 13 LAST DAY OF SCHOOL

August 22 Kindergarten/New Family Orientation 10:30am

August 22 Open House 2:30 – 3:00pm

AUGUST 25 SCHOOL RESUMES!

September 15 Back-to-School night k-2 – 6:30pm

September 16 Back-to-School night 3-5 – 6:30pm

Visit www.hcpss.org for a complete list of the 2008-2009 School System Calendar

A Great Opportunity for all K-8 Students
The Comprehensive Summer School program is a four-week program in the month of July. It is offered to all students from K-8 who either need additional support and/or enrichment in the areas of reading and math. We also offer courses in technology, ESOL, science, drama, and music. Any questions contact Ella Bradley @ella_bradley@hcpss.org
Date: June 30 –August 1, 2008 (July 4 is a holiday)
Time: 8:15 am to 11:45 am
Location: Northfield Elementary School
Tuition: $200 per course/375 for 2 courses
Registration at Homewood Center:
Wednesday, June 4, 4-7 pm
Saturday, June 7, 9-11 am
Students with IEPs are welcome and will be taught in an inclusive setting with support from a Special Education teacher.

FIELD DAY HUGE SUCCESS!
Ms. McCulloch and Mr. Pfeffer would like to thank ALL the parent volunteers who made Field Day possible. With your support keeping our students organized and safe “Field Day” is fun for all!

THANK YOU PTA!
Thank you to the outgoing PTA Executive Board and welcome to the Incoming PTA Executive Board. The Executive Board for 08-09 is: President–Jim Armstrong, 1st VP–Judy Whalen 2nd VP-Chris Armstrong, Treasurer-Shari Obler, Recording Sect.–Kyri Jacobs, Corresponding Sect. –Beth Weith, Delegate 1–Albert Jackson, Delegate 2 -Amy Shugar.

Back to School Open House
This year we will post class and bus lists at around 2:00 and then welcome parents and students to visit their new classroom and meet their new homeroom teacher during an open house from 2:30 to 3:00. At this time students are encouraged to bring their school supplies and drop them off in their classroom (if you ordered them though PTA they will be waiting in the classroom). We envision this as a time for teachers to briefly meet students and parents and as a way to make coming in on the first day of school easier for many students. This open house is not replacing the traditional back to school nights, which will be on September 15th (K-2) and 16th (3-5). It is also not a time for a parent/teacher conference or in depth conversation with your child's new teacher. If students are not able to attend the open house, the class lists and bus lists will remain posted for the weekend. We hope to see many of you on Friday, August 22nd.

CLASSROOM VOLUNTEERS!
We are in the process of putting together a "Back-to-School" schedule for classroom volunteers for the first week of school in September before our formal volunteer program starts in October. If you are interested in helping, please email Rae Ann Kaylie at raeann1@comcast.net with your availability. She will then get back to you to confirm. The times that are needed for each grade are:
First Grade: 9:15-11:15 (email for specific dates)
Second Grade: 9:30-11:30 (email for specific dates)
Third Grade: 11:15-1:15 (email for specific dates)
Fourth Grade: Mondays 2:15-3:15
Fifth Grade: Fridays 10:15-11:15
Media: First two weeks of school 11:00-12:00, 12:00-1:00 .

HAVE A SPECTACULAR SUMMER!!
Mrs. Bland, Mr. Vanisko, the teachers, and the entire staff of HES wish all of our students and families a safe, relaxing, and wonderful summer vacation. We hope you have many opportunities to relax, BUT remember to read, write and practice your math skills as often as possible. A Summer Success Book was sent home that includes suggested books to read, math and reading activities, as well as a vocabulary list. Students who return completed Summer Success Books in the Fall will receive a trophy! Have a super break and we look forward to seeing everyone on Monday, August 25th.

CARNIVAL CAKE WALK WINNER!
Congratulations to 5th grader Rachel Placek for winning 4 football tickets to the Maryland Terrapins season opener on August 30, 2008. Way to go Rachel!

GIANT BONUS BUCKS!
Thank you for your support of Hammond Elementary School through the 2007-2008 A+ BonusBucks Program. Because of your efforts and support of this program, we were able to raise $749.08 in CASH for our school. Again, thank you for your support of our school.
Multicultural Night Postponed
Multicultural Night has been postponed until the fall. If you are interested in assisting with the planning, please contact Tina Sauer at tinajsauer@yahoo.com.

2008 STARTALK Summer Language Program for Middle School Students
The Chinese Language School of Columbia(CLSC) in collaboration with the Washington Metropolitan Association of Chinese Schools will sponsor an innovative summer program to jump-start Chinese language skills for non-Chinese-speaking students. You also will experience cultural activities such as lion-dance, Chinese Yo-Yo, and Chinese calligraphy. The camp site will be at Burleigh Manor Middle School from June 30 to July 25th (4 weeks), Monday-Friday: 8:15am-11:45am. The cost of the program is $200 per student. Any interested students in grades 6-9 for school year 08-09 are welcome to participate. Please visit http://www.clscweb.org/ for registration forms and detailed information. Space is limited so please register early.

HEADLINE NEWS – HES PTA SPRING CARNIVAL A HUGE SUCCESS!
Thanks to contribution of the Carnival Planning Committee, the parent and student volunteers, administration support, community businesses and our local Fire and Police Departments, the 2008 HES PTA Spring Carnival was absolutely AWESOME! From the carnival posters that the students created, to the food that was collected benefiting LARS, to the support from the families to help staff the carnival, to the many contributions made by local businesses, the event was truly special--one that could not have been possible without YOU. We are truly blessed to be a part of this Hammond Community. Thank you.

RESERVOIR BOOSTERS CHEERLEADING CAMP!
Reservoir Boosters is having a cheerleading camp for incoming 1st through incoming 9th graders. The camp is $150.00 per session and offers 4 sessions this summer. Please contact Christina Beitler rhscheer1923@aol.com for more information or go to rhscheer.freewebspace.com

RESEVOIR HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL CAMP
The Reservoir High School Booster Club is excited to offer Football Summer Sports Camp
instruction. Players will improve their technical and tactical drills in an encouraging, educational, and positive environment. The emphasis is on developing important fundamentals through many individual and fun skill activities, challenging games, and small-sided scrimmages. The maximum player-to-coach ratio is 10:1. Participants will be grouped according to age and ability. A certified trainer will be on the premises at all times. The camps are limited to existing 5th-8th graders. Registration forms and more information can be found on-line at www.reservoirfootball.org. Four (4) sessions available beginning Monday, June 23.Attend 1, or all 4. Register now. Questions, contact Coach Lewis (301) 440-9023 or email Joe_Lewis@hcpss.org.

Jump Rope Classes
Kangaroo Kids will hold jump rope workshops Wednesday, July 2 and Thursday, July 3 from 10 to 2 at Columbia Presbyterian Church, 10001 Rt. 108, Columbia, MD 21044. Jumpers must be at least 6 years old in order to participate. Jumpers should wear comfortable shorts and a shirt (no Jeans) and aerobic type shoes (no sandals). Jump ropes will be available for purchase. To register email kangarookids1@gmail.com with your child's name, age, telephone number and day you would like to attend. (You will only be notified if space is not available.) You will complete registration the day of the workshop. Cost is $40, payable by cash or check.
 
 

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