Attica Elem. Newsletter - Oct. 25
It's hard to believe it, but we are already through the first month of school! The sun has been shining and we have been taking advantage of the warm temperatures, getting outside whenever we can!
On September 12th we held our first elementary assembly of the school year. We took time to discuss what CHAMP behavior looks like all around our school and were introduced to character. We talked about how our character traits define who we are - good or bad.
Our character trait for the month of September was INITIATIVE. We learned that initiative means we can recognize when something needs to be done and take the first step to do it. It also means that we can stay focused and work hard even when no one is watching. We show initiative when we look for ways to help others or improve our classroom on our own.
Our students of the month for September, those who have gone above and beyond demonstrating CHAMP behavior and INITIATIVE are:
- PreK - Nathan Bartz, Theo Lehmann
- Kindergarten - Stella Zimmermann
- First Grade - Ian Ripstein
- Second Grade - Michael Jansma
- Third Grade - Weston Gephart, Lydia Crowley
- Fourth Grade - Jay Nutty
These students will be recognized at our next assembly and at an upcoming Board of Education Meeting (more information regarding this will be sent to parents).
We also brought back CHAMP CHIPS this year! Ask your child what CHAMP chips are, and how they earn these tokens! We are working together as a whole school to fill our CHAMP Chips Jar to earn a fun surprise!
Our theme for the month of October will be INDIVIDUALITY. You can talk with your child about individuality by focusing on the idea that everyone is unique and that these differences should be celebrated. You can use relatable examples of how people have different favorite colors, looks, or ways of playing. Our goals for the month will be:
We can recognize what makes us unique and special.
We can express our own ideas, thoughts, and feelings respectfully.
We can make choices that reflect who we are, even if they are different from others.
We can respect and celebrate the differences in others.
Welcome Back! From the Mental Health Department
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Wow, September flew by! It has been wonderful to see all the students back in the building and happy to be learning at school.
We’re excited to partner with you in supporting your child’s growth—academically, socially, and emotionally. The Mental Health Department is here as a resource not only for students, but for families as well.
Our team offers support with academics, social-emotional development, mental health resources, and transitions throughout the school year. If you ever have questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re here to help.
Warmly,
The Mental Health Department
Miss Crowley & Dr. Marr
“Be the reason someone feels welcomed, loved, heard, seen and supported today”
Attica Elementary PTG – October News
We are off to an amazing start this school year, and it’s all thanks to our wonderful school community!
Next PTG Meeting: Join us on Tuesday, October 7th at 3:30 PM in the Elementary Library. We’d love to see you there!
Boo Bash: Hall of Treats: Mark your calendars—our spook-tacular Boo Bash is happening on Thursday, October 17th from 6:00–7:30 PM! This family-friendly night will include: trick-or-treating through the hallways, music, community tables & lots of fun!
Our hallways are already filling up with incredible community support, and we can’t wait to celebrate the Halloween season together! If you’d like to sign up to participate, please use this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfHffoDtKV1K1EKX1o5oD-uXNz4HTBHqglNhuyaGaEglH5uHg/viewform
Fall Book Fair
We’re excited to announce that our Fall Book Fair is right around the corner!
Nov 3rd from 3-6pm and Nov 4th from 9am- 2pm (during school)
This is a wonderful chance for students to explore new books, grow their love of reading, and support our school. More details coming soon—stay tuned!
Stay Connected
Make sure you’re following the Attica Elementary PTG Facebook page for the latest updates on events, meetings, and volunteer opportunities.
We truly appreciate our amazing school community, and we know this year is going to be a great one!
New York State requires schools to conduct hearing and vision screenings to help identify potential health concerns early. Required grades for Vision and Hearing screening are: PreK or Kindergarten, 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th and 11th grades.
In addition to these required grades, all new to district students are required to be screened for vision and hearing regardless of grade. Some students may need to be screened during the year for special programs like special education as well as a concern for vision or hearing in the classroom.
Your child will only be screened if they fall in one of the above categories. Parents will be notified of any screenings that are not passed for follow up care referrals.
If you have any concerns regarding your child’s health, please call Nurse Dispenza at 585-591-0400 extension 2238 or email at MDispenza@AtticaCSD.org
The staff in the Blue Devils Cafe are back in action and thrilled to see all the students for the 2025-2026 school year. We had a great start to September and are so glad to see so many children taking advantage of free breakfast and lunch at school. Fueling minds and bodies is a great way to be successful in the classroom!
October has us back in full swing with all sorts of fun in the lunchroom. We are excited to host two taste tests this month!
- On October 17th, students will have the opportunity to taste test "Caprese Cups" featuring fresh, homegrown tomatoes grown in our high tunnel on the Middle/High School Campus, mozzarella balls, fresh and local basil, and balsamic.
- On October 24th, we are whipping up some wild blueberry frozen yogurt samples for students to try, with locally sourced berries and Upstate yogurt!
When we return from the long weekend in mid-October, we will be featuring some delicious apple products in celebration of Ag Literacy Week! It is always fun to be able to tie some foods in with the lessons our students are learning! We have partnered with our Librarian, Mrs Loranty-Dispenza, for an apple-inspired good time, with the guidance of our district's farm to school coordinator, Alicia Spoth.
Be sure to check out the October Lunch Menu to see what we have in store!
We are looking forward to another exciting school year with our favorite Blue Devils!!
“Feeding Kids is a Work of Heart!”
Mrs. Kayla George
Elementary Cook
585-591-0400 ext. 2239
