PARK PENCIL POINT NEWSLETTER

This is an extraordinary accomplishment. More importantly, it is a testament to the people who

make Chardon Local Schools such a special place.

Tomorrow we recognize the tireless work you do to keep our environment clean and safe. We can't thank you enough for all the help and smiles you bring to us throughout the day!

Hello Hilltopper Families!

I am continuously astounded by the Chardon community! Raising over $18,000 for our elementary school of 296 students is incredible on its own, but doing it in just 30 days is absolutely amazing. Celebrating together at Hornyak Farm is always such a wonderful tradition, and it was the perfect way to mark our fundraising success and welcome the fall season as a school family.

Your passion and dedication to Park Elementary mean the world to us. It fills my heart with pride when students eagerly tell me about the books they are reading or proudly demonstrate counting by 3s up to 30. We’ve also had so many children turning in Topper Tickets in the office for showing true perseverance—learning to keep trying even when things get tough. That growth goes far beyond our classroom walls.

As we step into October, I simply wanted to thank you for being such wonderfully supportive and passionate parents. We are so grateful for everything you do for your children and our school.

Warmly,
Mrs. Picone

School Events

• October 5th - Picture Retakes
• October 8th - Skating Party 6pm*
• October 9th & 12th - No School for Students
• October 16th - End of 1st Quarter
• October 22nd - Parent Teacher Conferences Day 1 of 3
• October 28th - Parent Teacher Conferences Day 2 of 3
• October 30th - Halloween Class Parties

• November 5th - Parent Teacher Conferences Day 3 of 3
• November 2nd-6th - Park Book Fair

PTO Events-

• October 14th - PTO Meeting @ 6pm

The Annual Update must be completed by ALL Chardon Local Schools households every year, for every student. WHY? We need your most accurate and up-to-date information so that...

• we can contact you in case of an emergency or other issue;
• you can quickly and conveniently pay for student meals and any school fees online;
• you can access important forms and documents, including report cards;
• your child may participate in field trips;
• our nurses can be notified of pre-existing health conditions, allergies, and any other health concerns your child may have!

HOW DO I COMPLETE THE ANNUAL UPDATE?

Step 1: Log on to Infinite Campus. https://www.chardon.k12.oh.us/InfiniteCampus.aspx

Step 2: Click the menu toolbar on the upper left corner, and click More.

Step 3: Click Online Registration.

Step 4: Find Annual Update, and under "Action", click "Start."

Step 5: Proceed through each tab and update/add information as needed. When you complete the update, be sure to click "Submit."

If you haven’t completed yours yet, please take a few minutes to do so. Let’s keep that number climbing! ❤️🖤

Every class to complete ALL of their Annual Updates will receive a treat!!! 🍪 (If you are not sure whether you need to complete the Update, feel free to contact the office and we can check for you.) Wouldn't it be fun if we had a WHOLE SCHOOL Cookie Party!? We are SOOOO close!

• Mrs. Mucic - 1
• Miss Coon - 1
• Mrs. Hardman - 1
• Mrs. Whiting - 1
• Mrs. Gillette - 2
• Mrs. Hales - 2

• Mrs. Tyson - 2

• Mrs. Cahill - 3
• Mrs. Carver - 3
• Mrs. Poundstone - 3
• Mrs. Hershberger - 5

ABSENCES & TARDINESS

If your student is not going to be in school or is going to be late,

you need to call 440-285-4067 by 9:30 a.m.

Please check your child’s book bag this weekend to ensure they have a full change of weather-appropriate clothes packed every day.

While the school keeps a small backup supply of extra clothing, our sizes and options are very limited. Children feel far more comfortable and confident changing into their own familiar attire.

Please note that if your child needs a change of clothes and doesn't have one in their bag, we will need to call home so a replacement can be brought to school.

Thank you for your help in keeping our students comfortable and ready to learn.

Important Update: Save Our School Numbers to Your Phone!

To help protect you from robocalls, many phone carriers automatically flag unfamiliar school district numbers as "Spam Likely" or block them entirely. We want to ensure you never miss an urgent update, attendance notification, or call from our school and staff.

Please take a moment today to save our main school numbers to your contacts:

• Main Office: 440-285-4067

• Nurse/Health Office: 440-286-0481

Saving these numbers will ensure our caller ID displays correctly on your screen and prevent important calls from being sent straight to voicemail. Thank you for helping us stay connected!

Every Tuesday at Park School will be TOPPER TUESDAY! Join us as Students and Staff wear their Chardon Topper spirit wear or any Red or Black gear you like.

We encourage ALL families to submit an application for meal benefits eligibility regardless of family income.

https://www.chardonschools.org/Downloads/Application46.pdf

To download a printable copy, click here: https://www.chardonschools.org/Downloads/FRAM%20application-%202%20page-%202026-2027.pdf?v=95137

Topper Tickets are part of Park's PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) system. They are given to students as a special recognition when they demonstrate a Topper Trait - Taking Responsibility, Offering Kindness, and Persevering. Each day, we randomly select a few Topper Ticket winners from each grade level to receive a prize! Check the newsletter each week for their names!

Kindergarten: Brooklyn Fryman, Melody Hallen, Robert Keener, Barrett Mills, Foster Walland

1st Grade: Noah Bray, Noah Garbrandt, Mara Reitman, Sofia Schelkanov, Johnny Vespa

2nd Grade: Vinny Antonelli, Logan Campbell, Kaliopi Fuller, Karsyn Sizemore, Ashlyn Yoder

3rd Grade: Bear Allen, Xavier Fry Holben, Sophia Jameson, James Lange

Keep up the GREAT work!

To stop the spread of contagious illnesses, please keep your child home if they have a temperature of 100°F or higher or if your child has symptoms of illness without a fever.

The 24-Hour Recommendation:
Students should remain home until they are fever-free for a full 24 hours without using fever-reducing medications (such as Tylenol or Advil).

• Why? Medication lowers body temperature, but it does not stop the spread of germs. Once the medication wears off, the fever often returns, putting classmates and staff at risk.
  
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Thank you for partnering with us to keep our classrooms safe and healthy.

Warmly,
The School Clinic Team

Sarah Park BSN RN

Chardon Local School District

School Nurse

Park Elementary School

Clinic Phone Number: 440-286-0481

Clinic Extension: 6481

Office Fax #: 440-286-0484

See below for Park PTO news and upcoming events! Also, follow us on Facebook - Park Elementary PTO for more frequent updates! Thank you for your support!

Eric Rassmussen - President

Erica DiMarino - Co-Vice President

Lisa Kellogg - Secretary

Bob Cahill - Treasurer

What a fun night! We had a wonderful time at Hornyak's Farm and appreciate everyone's support! Thank you for making Park School such a special place for our students!

Shop the Extended Back-to-School Sale & Save 35%

Make sure to shop before the deadline and save up to 35% off sitewide! Deadline is Friday!

Click here to shop now.

MONDAY - Popcorn Chicken w/Mashed Potatoes

TUESDAY - Beef Soft Taco

WEDNESDAY - French Toast Sticks w/Sausage

THURSDAY - Chicken Drumstick w/Potato Wedges

FRIDAY - No School

ALL Meal Payments are Processed Thru Infinite Campus

• Breakfast $2.00-$2.50
• Lunch $3.50

Daily Option - Tony's Galaxy Pizza, Uncrustable PB&J

Snacks available to purchase!

Additional breakfast & lunch menus can be found on our website: https://www.myschoolmenus.com/organizations/2280

donna.picone@chardonschools.org

Tonia Seese, Secretary

tonia.seese@chardonschools.org

Maureen Liechty, Clerical

maureen.liechty@chardonschools.org

Sarah Park, School Nurse & Renee Kolenich, Medical Assistant

sarah.park@chardonschools.org

renee.kolenich@chardonschools.org

Phone: 440-285-4067

Fax: 440-286-0484

Website: www.chardonschools.org
Location: 111 Goodrich Court, Chardon, OH, USA

The mission of the Chardon Local Schools is we commit to high achievement for all students.