GRRR Gazette
May 30, 2023
Pickerington Elementary
Upcoming important dates:
May 25 - Summer Break Begins π
June 29th - Popsicles with the Principals - Time TBD
August
8/15/23 - Β½ of the students
8/16/23 - 2nd Β½ of the students
8/17/23 - All Students 1-4
8/18/23 - 1st Day KG
While the students are enjoying summer break, office work still must go on! If for some reason you need to contact us, the secretary will be in the office from 8am - 3pm through June 14, 2023 and returning on July 17, 2023. Please feel free to call the office at 614-548-1400.
Principal Email: dave_zwiebel@plsd.us | AP Email: chelsea_brown@plsd.us
Counselor: kendra_stewart@plsd.us | Secretary: valerie_jackson@plsd.us
Location: 775 Long Road, Pickerington, OH, USA | Phone: 614-548-1400
Pickerington Elementary PTO: @PickElemPTO
PTO email π¨ pickelempto@gmail.com
Summer time!
Give PES your input
PES Community feedback - please take the time to let us know how we are doing. Results will be shared later this summer!
Golden Stripe Winners π π
Congratulations to all our winners who exhibited our GRRR expectations during the month of May!
Achievement Records
The final achievement record of the year will be available in Infinite Campus (IC). You will view it through your IC parent portal. Below are directions for accessing your childβs achievement record in IC. The achievement record is a PDF version which can be downloaded and printed.
Moving This Summer? π‘ π
Are you planning to move this summer? If so, and you have yet to inform the school office, please call the office at 614-548-1400.
Summer Learning
Summer break can be fun as well as educational. Here is a link to some activities that students can engage in during the summer, K-4 Learning Extensions All you need to do is click on the grade level your child attended during the 2022-23 school year. You will notice that the document is available in English, French, Nepali, and Spanish. Teachers have made certain your child can access Zearn and SeeSaw. Please feel free to work alongside your child as they complete the activities. Have a wonderful summer!
Welcome to Middle School!
Our Fourth Graders are saying goodbye to 4th grade and hello to a whole new chapter next year. Fourth grade parents take a look at the following information provided by our Middle Schools! The Hub includes the following information: Welcome Presentations, Virtual Tours, Advice and School Info.
School Supplies for Next Year! βοΈ
Hey parents, your Customized School Supply Kits are now available for purchase. WE have made sure you kits match your teacher's supply list and are competitively priced with local and online retailers! Hurry Now! The earlier you order, the lower the price! SCHOOLKITZ.COM, each kit purchased gives a $2 kick back to Pick Elementary
Chromebook and iPad Collection/Summer Access
With the end of the school year quickly approaching, the PLSD Technology Department would like to give you specific information about PLSD-owned devices and software. Please take a look at the following link to find out information about your student's specific grade level.
Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten registration for fall 2023-24 begins in the district on Monday, March 13, 2023. Children entering kindergarten must be five years old by August 1 of that school year to enroll. For more information, see Board Policy 5112. Pickerington Schools offers half-day kindergarten with morning and afternoon sessions.
Please visit https://www.pickerington.k12.oh.us/Page/582 to begin the registration process.
Food Services Information
If your student has a negative balance in their food service account, please pay it off before the end of the school year. You can send cash, a check made payable to "PLSD Food Service" with your student to school, or pay online at mypaymentsplus.com. If you need assistance with My Payments Plus you can reach their parent helpline at 877-237-0946.
Questions? Please call the food service office at 614-833-3645.
PTO NEWS
2022-2023 PTO Officers
Co-Presidents: Emily Haverfield and Natalie Matney
Vice President: Kayla Hamlin
Secretary: Jennifer Mayberry
AR Treasurer: Lisa Winters
AP Treasurer: David Albanese
Click here to get involved with PES PTO.
If you need to contact the PTO please feel free to contact us at pickelempto@gmail.com We are excited to be your representatives next year!
Pickerington Elementary Staff "Shout Out"
Has a Pickerington Elementary staff member gone above the call of duty to ensure your child has had an amazing day, week, month or even a year? π Please take a moment to let us know by completing the form below. Pickerington Elementary is very fortunate to have an outstanding staff that loves working with your children. We all need a little βpat on the backβ from time to time. We will make certain that this commendation is delivered to the appropriate staff member and that they are properly recognized.