Tiger's ROAR Newsletter
10.19.2025
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Dear College Park Elementary Families,
I am proud to share an exciting update about a truly special moment for our school community—our Leader in Me Lighthouse Review Day. This day was a powerful reflection of who we are and what we believe at College Park Elementary. Our students took the lead in the most inspiring ways. They served as hosts, guiding our reviewers through our building, confidently sharing their learning, leadership journeys, and the systems that support their growth. Our student leaders led tours, presented their leadership binders, and spoke with pride about their goals, progress, and impact.
Throughout the day, our students demonstrated that leadership is not just something we teach; it is something they live every day.
Our reviewers also had the opportunity to experience:
- Student-led presentations of leadership binders and goal tracking
- Classrooms where leadership and academic ownership are visible and alive
- School spaces that reflect pride, purpose, and a strong culture of excellence
- The powerful partnership between our school, families, and community
We were especially proud to have our families and community partners present, representing the strength of our village and the collective commitment we have to our students’ success.
As part of the review process, we shared our evidence binder, which highlights why we believe College Park Elementary exemplifies what it means to be a Lighthouse School—a place where leadership, culture, and academics come together to create lasting impact for every child.
While we will not receive our official results for a few weeks, what matters most is already clear:
We are proud.
We are proud of our students, our staff, and our community.
We are proud of the growth, the systems, and the leadership we see in action every day.
This experience affirmed that we are shining brightly—and we will continue to do so.
Thank you for your continued support, partnership, and belief in our vision. Together, we will keep building leaders and ensuring every child reaches their full potential.
Let’s continue to shine the light.
With pride and gratitude,
Dr. Maisha N. Otway
Principal, College Park Elementary School
Month of March
March
Mar. 23 PreK Mayors Reading Club 11am -12pm
Mar. 24 5th grade STEM Bus
Mar. 24 Sneakerball Tickets sale starts $10 students $20 adults
Mar. 25 Kids Next code MTG 2:45PM-4:00PM
April Look Ahead
Apr 3. Wear Blue for child abuse awareness
Apr. 5-10 Spring Break
Apr. 17 Sneakerball Dance 6PM-9PM
We’re excited to bring back our Sneaker Ball, and we need your help to make it a night to remember! We are looking for 10 parent volunteers to support behind the scenes with setup, assisting during the event, and clean up. First 10 Parents who sign up will receive a FREE parent entry ticket to the dance as a thank you for your support. This is an opportunity to be part of the excitement and help create an unforgettable experience for our scholars!
📅 Deadline to sign up: April 2nd
If you’re looking for a way to get more involved at College Park Elementary, please consider applying for one of the two open parent seats on our School Governance Council (SGC)! The council is made up of a mix of staff, teachers, community members, and parents/guardians who work together to set and monitor the strategic direction of CPES. Parent members help decide how SGC funds are used to improve school, staff, and student success like funding Splish Splash Island and Teacher Appreciation Week. There’s also an opportunity to serve as the parent liaison between the school and the Superintendent (I've spent the last two years as the liaison, but I'll be leaving the council this year). During monthly meetings, council members advise the principal on school strategy. So, if you want to have a voice in decisions that impact our students and school community, being on the SGC is a good way to do it. If you have questions about what it's like to be on the College Park SGC, you can send me an email at turnerjo@fultonschools.org and we can chat.
-- Joy Turner, 5th Grade Parent and SGC Council Member
Students in Grades 3–5 are kicking off the Race to Splish Splash Island Leadership Challenge. Each week,student leaders will complete a BINGO card filled withthier lead measures that support academic growth and strong leadership while working toward their iReady typical or stretch growth goals.
Students can earn tiles by:
• Attending school daily
• Passing AR quizzes
• Passing reading and math assessments
• Earning ROAR points
• Meeting with their Leader in Me accountability partners
• Wearing their school uniform
Students will receive a new BINGO card each week, giving them fresh opportunities to build strong habits, celebrate progress, and earn recognition.
Additionally, please update the dates for 3rd grade's iReady assessment: May 11th-13th.
This Week’s Parent Leadership Habit
Check out this week’s Leader in Me Article of the Week: Synergize. Families play a vital role in a child’s success not just in academics, but in their growth as leaders and individuals. This week’s article highlights the importance of listening before you talk.
Leadership Certification Day
We are incredibly proud of our school community following a successful Lighthouse Certification Day! Our student leaders did an outstanding job representing our school and truly brought our leadership culture to life.
From the moment our guests arrived, our scholars confidently showcased what it means to be a leader. Our building looked absolutely amazing—fully leaderized from wall to wall—highlighting student goals, leadership habits, and the powerful work happening in every classroom. Every hallway told a story of growth, ownership, and pride.
Students thoughtfully explained the Leader in Me habits, made personal connections to the 7 Habits, and demonstrated how leadership is embedded into their daily routines. One of the highlights of the day was watching our student leaders guide visitors through their leadership binders, proudly sharing their goals, reflections, and progress.
A special shoutout to Jayceon and Aniyah, who did an exceptional job leading tours. They spoke with confidence, clarity, and pride, truly capturing the heart of our school and leaving a lasting impression on our guests.
Our scholars didn’t just talk about leadership—they modeled it. Their confidence, accountability, and pride in their learning were evident in every conversation.
We are so proud of our student leaders for leading the way and showing what it truly means to be a Lighthouse school!
A.R Traveling Trophy
It’s time to celebrate our Accelerated Reader Traveling Trophy Winners! These grade levels showed outstanding effort and reading achievement this week. Special Announcement. The trophy has moved in 4th Grade to Mr. Hamlet's class. Congratulations Mr. Hamlet.
🏆 3rd Grade Homeroom Winner: There is a tie between Braswell and Offord
🏆 4th Grade Homeroom Winner: Hamlet
🏆 5th Grade Homeroom Winner: Ms. McBride’s Class
5th Grade Winning Grade Level
Infinite Campus
All families are required to log in to the Infinite Campus Parent Portal and verify emergency contacts and household information. This ensures that schools can contact you quickly and appropriately in case of an emergency. Click here.
Here Comes The Bus
Download the Here Comes the Bus app! Track your child’s bus in real time and receive alerts when it’s nearby.
ClassDojo
Get important updates, messages, and photos from your child’s teacher right on your phone. Teachers have sent home a QR code for you to join their ClassDojo.
GA & FCS Personal Device Policy
No Cell Phone or Smart Device Policy
Per the new GA & Fulton County Schools policy, cell phones and smart devices (including smartwatches) are strictly prohibited during the school day for all PreK–8 students.
For full details, please review the device policy at www.fultonschools.org.
25$ Device Protection Policy
Only $25 to purchase insurance to protect your student's device if device becomes damaged or lost. To enroll or learn more about the protection plan. Our 2025-2026 One-to-One Student/Parent Device Handbook can be found on the FCS website at https://www.fultonschools.org/all-departments/information-technology/it
Transportation Changes Notice
To help us ensure a safe and accurate dismissal, all transportation changes must be submitted in writing and turned in to the front desk on the day of the change. All changes must be made prior to 1:30 p.m.