QE Parent/Guardian Weekly Update

Hello QE Families!

As we move into November, a month of thankfulness, we look back on all the learning, engagement, and celebration in October. We kicked things off this week by welcoming Superintendent, Dr. Hoffman, who was on campus to meet parents and answer questions. If you missed the meet and greet, please feel free to reach out to her anytime.

On Wednesday, energy was high as we held our monthly QE PRIDE celebrations. The QE Panther and I had a blast visiting every homeroom to recognize students who demonstrated outstanding perseverance throughout the month. Each winner received a special certificate and an invitation to an upcoming pancake breakfast. Congratulations to all of our honorees! Next month, our PRIDE focus turns to showing respect. Finally, we wrapped up the week with our annual fall parade and classroom celebrations. Our students are very creative, and it was wonderful seeing so many families join us to cheer them on and share in the fun.

Dr. Bubser

Principal

Each week, Dr. Bubser was looking for QE Pride (Perseverance, Respect, Control, Dependability, and Effort). Check out the top three from last week!

Let’s hear it for Nina in Mrs. Goldcamp’s homeroom. She has been extremely helpful during breakfast and during lunch. She shows up ready to help take kindergarteners to their classroom after breakfast and she also shows leadership by helping the younger students in lunch. Thank you Nina for always showing amazing QE PRIDE! I wonder if you will someday be a kindergarten teacher.

We have another student who has shown QE PRIDE during lunch. Congratulations to Gael in Mrs. Held’s class who volunteered to straighten all of the returned trays so the cafeteria staff members have a neat pile that they can easily carry to the dishwasher. Thank you Gael for helping the adults and showing dependability.

Oaklyn gets a shout-out for showing QE PRIDE on the 2nd grade field trip. She was a great buddy and took her duties very seriously! She wanted everyone to have a positive experience. She was also very interested and respectful to the guide. Way to go Oaklyn!

We are dedicated to creating intentional opportunities for academic and social connection between our staff, students, and families. Our Fall Parade at our new 6GC location was a wonderful reflection of that commitment in action! Holding the parade around the track provided a beautiful setting for our community to gather. Having families line the perimeter outside the fence worked well and I hope everyone enjoyed the time together.

Events like this remind us that school is more than just a place of learning; it is a community. I am grateful for the connections with many of you. Thank you for showing up, supporting our students, and helping us build a welcoming environment. I look forward to seeing you again at conference time.

Mark your calendars for the upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences. Teachers have been reaching out to parents to schedule a time slot. Conferences are a great time to celebrate your child’s progress, discuss their academic performance, and collaborate on goals for the remainder of the year. We look forward to partnering with you to support your child’s success!

November 23rd - 4:00 - 7:00PM

November 24th - 1:00 - 4:00PM

Conferences will be scheduled for 15 minutes, and parents may choose to have an in-person or virtual conference with their child’s teachers.

PIE Meeting - Our next PIE meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 11th (6:30pm - 8:00pm). We will meet in the Library. See you there!

Volunteers Needed - We are in need of Parent/Guardian Volunteers to help in the Library. We have books that need to be reshelved. Please email me at jbubser@qcsd.org if you are interested and we can create a schedule that works for you! Here is the link to review the necessary volunteer clearances.

QE Clothing sale - Looking for QE clothing? We have it for you! Here is the link to the clothing sale. If you would like items for the holidays, your order needs to be submitted by December 3rd at 8:00AM for guaranteed delivery by Christmas.

One group that we offer is a Changing Family Group for students who are dealing with a change in their families. The group will be facilitated by Mrs. Bruchak (School Counselor) and/or Mrs. Upton, our Elementary Student Assistance Program Counselor. Here is an interest form to complete if you are interested in your child participating in this changing family group this fall.

QCHS is looking to continue their Thanksgiving competition against Pennridge, and are organizing a collection of food for food pantries of both communities. This is a friendly competition to see who can collect the most food. QE is going to join in the fun and help gather food to add to our total collection. We would love for students to bring in items between November 2nd and November 20th. Items can be dropped off in the boxes in the front lobby area. Items most needed include the following:

• Canned chicken

• Canned ham

• Pasta (any type)

• Canned fruit (any type)

• Beets or carrots

• Hamburger/Tuna Helper

• Peanut butter

• Jelly

What Specials do we have this week?

Please see the flyer below for an exciting opportunity for elementary students and families.

Check out the flyer below for the annual QCSD Holiday Resource Night on November 4th hosted by our district social workers.

Join the QCSD Team and make a difference in the lives of young people! Check-out the QCSD Employment Opportunities. Let’s build a bright future together.

Below are upcoming events to put on your schedule.

November 2nd - November 20th - Thanksgiving Food Drive

Tuesday, November 3rd - No School

Wednesday, November 4th - QCSD Holiday Resource Night at QCHS

Tuesday, November 17th - Food Menu Advisory Meeting at DSC at 5:30PM

Monday, November 23rd - Evening Conferences

Tuesday, November 24th - Half Day for Students, Conferences

Wednesday, December 2nd - End of Trimester 1