Common Core, Technology, and Race to the Top Presentation

Dave Bull, Director of School Improvement, will be presenting information about the new Common Core State Standards, the role of technology and Race to the Top. We hope to provide insight to the changes coming and how parent organizations can support the efforts of the district. All are welcome to attend on Monday, June 4 at 5pm in the Music Room.

Member Appreciation Event, May 14

In appreciation of the dedication and support each member gives to Chestnut Elementary PTA, a casual evening of recognition will be held May 14th. All paid members will receive an invitation by mail before April 20th. Please RSVP by May 6th.

Dynamic Duo Dance, April 20

Chestnut Students and their adult chaperons are invited to this fun filled evening on Friday, April 20 from 6-8pm at Chestnut Elementary. The cost to attend is $2 for students, $3 for adults. This includes a full dinner, 1 on-site printed picture of each student and their adult chaperon, and a professional DJ spinning the hits! Information was sent home with students before Spring Break. All RSVPs, including payment, must be received by Monday, April 16 at 3pm.

Yearbook Cover Entries Needed

Students wanting to submit entries for the Chestnut Elementary 2011-2012 yearbook are encouraged to submit original artwork to Chestnut PTA by Monday, January 30. All artwork should be in full color on white 8 1/2x11in. paper. The winning yearbook cover will be selected by Chestnut PTA members at the February 1st meeting by secret ballot.

Indoor Recess Parent Volunteer Training

The Lake County YMCA is developing an outreach program to help Painesville City elementary schools when indoor recess is needed due to the winter weather. Abby Silvestri, Sports and Outreach Director at the Central Branch, presented the program and asked for volunteer help at our January meeting.

A training session will be held Friday, January 20 from 12-1pm at the Lake County YMCA Central Branch. Children are welcome to attend with their parents since this is a teacher in-service day. Abby will review different games and lesson plans to be used as well as talk about how the program will be implemented.

To attend the training session and learn more about the Indoor Recess Program, contact Abby at asilvestri@lakecountyymca.org or 440-352-3303.