Phenomenal Phelps Facts
Week of November 18, 2024
Phelps in November
The month of November is flying by! We have so many amazing things happening here. Be sure to check out all the events below (scroll down to get a preview of December events as well). Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving Holiday with your family. I am thankful every day for Phelps students, families, and staff. We appreciate your support!
Parent Conference Sign Ups NOW
Please see the link below to sign up for parent conferences as soon as possible. We will be using the same automated system that has been used for the past several years. Just as a reminder, parent conferences will be taking place on Monday, November 25 from 12:00-2:00 pm and 5:30-7:30 pm, and Tuesday, November 26 from 12:00-2:00 pm. Both days will be early release for all Phelps Elementary students at 10:45 am.
Save Those Coats! Coat Drive Going on NOW Through December 15
As you clean out your closets and bins for the cold weather season, please save any coats (both adult or children's sizes) that are in good condition to donate to our coat drive, which will take place November 15-December 15, 2024. It is our hope to collect and donate many coats to those who are in need of them this season. Our Grade 4 Student Council will be in charge of coordinating this event. It will be a House Competition to see which Phelps House can donate the most coats for those in need. Thank you for searching your closets and bins!
Interested in Substitute Teaching at Phelps?
If you are interested in substitute teaching at Phelps Elementary, we are looking for you! Apply at the Superintendent's Office today. For more information on applying, please contact Betsy Low, our Human Resources Coordinator, at blow@rocklandschools.org or call 781-878-3893.
You are able to choose the level and school in which you'd like to substitute, and accept jobs according to your schedule. We would love to have you aboard at Phelps Elementary!
Phelps 2nd Annual Giving Tree
This year, Phelps will be holding its 2nd annual Giving Tree. If your family needs holiday gift help, the Giving Tree is able to offer assistance. You can email Nicole Caron, ncaron@rocklandschools.org, with a list. We are able to take lists that include two gifts for each child (high school age and younger, under $100 total per child). Lists need to be received by 12/1 to allow time for shopping.
Likewise, if you are interested in buying gifts for the Giving Tree, please email Holly Gage (hgage@rocklandschools.org) to volunteer. Happy Holidays!
Early Release Day THIS WEEK--November 21; 10:45 am dismissal
Phelps Early Release Days 10:45 Dismissal
During our last early release day, October 17, we had several students who were not picked up at the 10:45 dismissal, and some were brought back to the school because there was no adult at the bus stop. Please note that early release days are listed in important events below for the coming months and also in the district calendar below.
Please be sure the following dates are in your calendar for Phelps Early Release (10:45 am dismissal):
November 21---THIS WEEK!
November 25--NEXT MONDAY
November 26--NEXT TUESDAY
December 5
January 16
February 6
March 6
March 20
March 27
March 28
April 3
May 1
June 5
Thank you!
Dismissal Reminders--Carline & Family Walk-Up
Phelps Elementary School dismissal is at 2:00 pm. On Early Release Days, dismissal is at 10:45 am. Our carline and family walk up scanners will scan for pick up until 2:05 pm on regular release days, and until 10:50 am on early release days. If you are later than our scanning times, please plan to park your car and ring the main office to dismiss your child. Thank you!
Link to Student Handbook--for your reference
Connect with Phelps Elementary!
There are many ways to be connected to everything Phelps!
* First, connect to your child's teacher and all of Phelps Elementary through Class Dojo (directions will be given at Open House).
*Go to rocklandschools.org and click on Phelps Elementary. A live feed scroll of upcoming events and messages is located at the bottom of the page.
*Download the Rockland Public Schools App for live updates and upcoming events (see the directions above).
We are partners in your child's education and want to connect with YOU!
Rockland Public Schools District Calendar
Free Breakfast and Lunch For All Students!
Breakfast and lunch will be free to all students this year. Please look at the lunch menu linked below (and available on the district webpage at rocklandschools.org. Breakfast will be served from 7:15-7:35 each morning, and students are offered a variety of choices.
Upcoming Events
November 15-December 15--House Challenge--Coat Drive (clean out those closets)
November 21: Early Release Day; 10:45 am dismissal
November 21-Report Cards Posted and Shared with Families
November 18-22, 25-26--Scholastic Book Fair
November 25 & 26--Parent Conferences (Early Release Days--BOTH days--10:45 am dismissal)
December 5--Early Release Day; 10:45 dismissal
December 13--PAC Meeting--1:15-2:15 pm; Phelps Library
December 16-20--Holiday Shopping (more details to come)
December 18--"Once on a Housetop" Play, 3:30 pm for Families
December 23-January 1- Holiday Break
January 2- School Reopens
Main Office and Guidance Staff
If you have any questions or concerns, here are some staff members you can call or email:
Jean Maloney, School Administrative Assistant, jmaloney@rocklandschools.org
Brenda Mallar-Reske, Administrative Assistant (Kidaccount/Dismissal), bmallar-reske@rocklandschools.org
Michelle Scheufele, Principal, mscheufele@rocklandschools.org
Kelsey Holbrook, Assistant Principal & Title One Director, kholbrook@rocklandschools.org
Chase Eschauzier, Assistant Principal, chaseeschauzier@rocklandschools.org
Amanda MacMillan, Phelps Special Education Coordinator, amacmillan@rocklandschools.org
Allison Sgambato, School Psychologist, asgambato@rocklandschools.org
Elizabeth Peckham, School Psychologist, epeckham@rocklandschools.org
Holly Gage, School Adjustment Counselor, hgage@rocklandschools.org
Taryn Muolo, School Adjustment Counselor, tmuolo@rocklandschools.org
Lizanne McCabe, Behaviorist, lmccabe@rocklandschools.org
Rebecca Varney, Behaviorist, rvarney@rocklandschools.org
Shani McGarry, Nurse, smcgarry@rocklandschools.org
