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Cherrydale Primary School

Cheetah Newsletter March 19, 2025

CherrydalePrimary SchoolCheetah Newsletter March 19, 2025

From the Principal From the Principal

Happy Wednesday Cherrydale Families!




Warm regards,

Christine Firth, Principal

Scholastic Book Fair Scholastic Book Fair

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In the Library

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en la biblioteca

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Highly Capable Program Highly Capable Program

A note from Mrs. Hannah Engstrom:

Every Spring there is a window of opportunity for 1st-4th grade students to apply for the district’s Highly Capable Program. Any family is welcome to apply. Students who qualify may have advanced academic skills, display an abundance of creativity, or are amazing thinkers. Application forms are found on the district’s website on this page: Highly Capable Program or you may request a paper copy from your child’s classroom teacher. Applications are due April 14, 2025. Evaluation and testing will be completed in late April. If you have any questions about the program feel free to contact me via Parent Square or email at hengstrom@steilacoom.k12.wa.us.

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Looking Ahead Looking Ahead

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March - April 2025

3/28 - No School (if unused Snow Makeup day)

3/31-4/4 - Book Fair in the Library

3/31-4/4 - PTA Spirit Week (see PTA block below)

04/02 - 04/04 - Spring Conferences (Half Days for K-3 Students)

04/03 - 04/04 - No School for TK - Conferences only

04/07 - 04/11 - Spring Break

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04/15 - Purple Up!

04/16 - ACE Day (2:35 release)

04/18 - PTA Recess Takeover/Spirit Gear Day

04/23 - ACE Day (2:35 release)

04/25 - PTA Art & Science Night

04/30 - ACE Day (2:35 release)

Important Dates coming up

5/13-16, 20-21 - 3rd Grade SBA Testing

PTA Happenings PTA Happenings

You MUST be a CLEARED volunteer to help with any events or to participate in anything on the Cherrydale Campus.


To get clearance so you can help with upcoming PTA events (or ANY Cherrydale events), click Volunteer at Cherrydale. The process can take up to 2 weeks. Once you are cleared you can let the PTA know of your interest and availability.

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Links for PTA Updates (above)

Yearbook shop/ sales

https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/cherrydaleprimary

Recess Takeover

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B45A9AA2FA6FA7-54839629-march

Staff Appreciation Meal

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B45A9AA2FA6FA7-55524276-staff

Hanging baskets

https://cherrydaleprimarypta.givebacks.com/store/items/1167560

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PTA Rocks!

Accessing PTA info has become easier! Everything you need is on their Cherrydale PTA page. One stop shopping with all their links for joining the PTA, volunteer sign ups, fundraising and more!


Please consider joining the Cherrydale PTA. The best part about the PTA is that you can be as involved as much or as little as you'd like or can be! We have so many volunteer opportunities throughout the year, it's easy to get involved!


To contact the PTA, email them at CherrydalePTA@gmail.com

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Watch D.O.G.S. Watch D.O.G.S.

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Our Watch Dads Of Great Students are the BEST! Students are so excited when their family member(s) come to volunteer (must be cleared volunteer)!


Meet our new Top Dog David Stailey, dad to Finn in 2nd grade. I know he greatly appreciates our currently active D.O.G.S. and is looking forward to signing up more here at Cherrydale.


Contact cherrydalewatchdogs@yahoo.com for schedule of opportunities!

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Flu Basics Flu Basics

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We are definitely in the thick of Flu season.


If you think your child may have the flu, or you're not sure whether to keep them home or send them to school, see the attachments below or the image at left for information on Flu Basics, or click WA DOH Flu Basics for the website.

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Community Flyers Community Flyers

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Crafty Critters 3/8, 4/5 & 5/17

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Outer Space Explorers 4/7-9

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Volleyball Camp 3/26-28

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AYUSA International

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Dupont Sports Spring 2025

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Camp Erin 6/6-8

Counselor's Corner Counselor's Corner

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Love & Logic Articles From Our Counselor

Click The Secret to Screen Time Limits That Actually Work

Click Teaching Values That Outshine Social Media

Click Learning from Mistakes: The Key to Building Character

Click Struggling with Consequences? Try This Powerful Technique!

Click Teach Your Kids to Solve Problems on Their Own–Here's How

Click Boost School Achievement

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Would picking up a weekly bag of non-perishable groceries help your family? To participate on Cherrydale's Weekend Grocery Program, send a ParentSquare message to Lanae Olson (Cherrydale's School Counselor) or leave her a voicemail at

253-983-2504. Click here to see original post.


Looking for a way to help others? Click Steilacoom Food Pantry and Caring for Kids


A big thank you to all of the PeaceBuilders "Helping Others" in our community!

From the Kitchen From the Kitchen

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March's Menu

Click to view menu on website (scroll down to find the current month) or you can print the attachment below.




As of this year, all Cherrydale students will have the opportunity to have one breakfast and one lunch for free every day! If a student chooses a second entrée, it will be charged to student’s account.

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We're Hiring! We're Hiring!

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We are actively seeking dedicated individuals to join our team in various roles, including teachers, paraeducators, and substitutes. If you're passionate about fostering a supportive learning environment and making a positive impact, we want you on our team!


Click Here to learn more about our open positions and apply today!

Helpful Links Helpful Links

Cherrydale Planned Absence Request

Attendance & Dismissal/Transportation Changes

Adverse Weather Information

Skyward Family Access

ParentSquare

Enrollment/Withdrawals/Transfers

Food Service

Student Fees & Fines

Transportation

Volunteer Opportunities

Right At School Childcare Right At School Childcare

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Are you looking for reliable and convenient before and after school childcare for your student? This daycare is run by Right At School but is physically located here at Cherrydale. Click Right At School at Cherrydale for their website.
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Follow Cherrydale on Facebook

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Follow SHSD on Instagram

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Cherrydale Primary School

Phone: (253) 983-2500

Email: cherrydaleoffice@steilacoom.k12.wa.us
Website: https://www.steilacoom.k12.wa.us/
Location: 1201 Galloway Street, Steilacoom, WA, USA

Steilacoom Historical School District No. 1 provides equal access to all programs or activities without discrimination based on race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Allegations or concerns can be reported to the following staff:

Issues related to Section 504
Kari Terjeson, Director of Student Services
511 Chambers Street
Steilacoom, WA 98388
253-983-2238
kterjeson@steilacoom.k12.wa.us

Issues related to Title IX, Title VII, ADA, Civil Rights
Susanne Beauchaine, Executive Director for Human Resources
511 Chambers Street
Steilacoom, WA 98388
253-983-2220
sbeauchaine@steilacoom.k12.wa.us

The complaint procedure for any allegations of discrimination can be found in District Board Policy 3210P (students) and 5010P (employees).

Sharon Carpenter
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Secretary at Cherrydale Primary School in Steilacoom, Washington

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