CES Weekly Communicator

Issue #30: March 22, 2024

This weekly update will be how we communicate with the school community. Please check your emails on Fridays for the most recent school news.

Principal Corner

Good afternoon, Chapelfield families.

We had a wonderful learning community today! We learned another strategy to help us when we are feeling stuck, anxious, or frustrated. It is called grounding. Here is what it is:

The 5-4-3-2-1 method is a grounding exercise designed to manage big feelings by focusing on what's around you rather than the thoughts that are bothering you
It involves identifying 5 things you can see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell, and 1 thing you can taste.
They may have brought home an example of this from their pack today!

You can also watch the 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique video.

I know sometimes I use this strategy to get unstuck. This may be useful for you, too! It is important that our children see us using tools when we have big emotions. Consider sharing out-loud what you are doing when you feel stuck, anxious, or frustrated. Children look to us and how we react to situations to find ways to regulate their own emotions. Hope this helps!

Have a great weekend.

Sincerely,

Nikki Miller

Yearbook Orders

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Dear Families,

LAST CALL FOR YEARBOOKS!

It is not too late to order your 2023-2024 yearbook! Please visit the online sale site, book.hrimaging.com to order yours before March 22nd! There is a message that will appear in an orange banner on the page if you have already ordered one. The price of the book is $16.00.

Thank you!

CES Cultural & Community Night

Mark your calendars for an evening of celebration of the many cultures represented at Chapelfield Elementary along with third grade “Town” and our student art show.

We will share cultural dishes provided by our own families, music, and cultural craft stations.

“Town” is set up and run by third graders to demonstrate their knowledge of business entrepreneurship. It will be held in the third grade hallway.

Also be sure to enjoy student artwork displayed around the school.

Students must be accompanied by an adult. Please look for a sign up sheet about contributing food for this event. We can’t wait to see you there.

Ohio State Testing Schedule for Students in Grades 3, 4, and 5

The Ohio State Testing schedule is outlined below for students in grades 3, 4, and 5. We kindly ask that you avoid scheduling planned dental and/or doctor appointments on these dates. We really appreciate your support and understanding!

PTO Updates

Events:

*Sunday, March 17-Saturday, March 23: Restaurant Night- Piada

*Tuesday, April 2: PTO meeting at 7 p.m. in the library

PTO needs new Board Members for the 2024-2025 School Year

PTO is in need of some new chair positions for next school year 2024-2025. If you are interested in joining the PTO board, please sign up via sign-up genius.

https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/70A0F4CA9A82BABF85-48588169-ptoboard/20395936

PTO Spring Flower Sales

Chapelfield Elementary has OFFICIALLY kicked off our spring fundraiser! We’ve partnered with the best grower in Ohio for flowers...Foertmeyer and Sons Greenhouse! You should have received an email with an online code unique to your kiddo along with a catalog sent home from school. If not, please email Alicia McGovern at amcgovern10@gmail.com

*The online store closes at midnight on Tuesday, 03/26

*Wednesday, 04/24 is pick up day from the school.

Spring is just around the corner, so share your fundraising link with family and friends today!

Thank you for making time to support your student and our school -- we can't do it without you.

Please sign up to help for flower pick up on March 24 here.

Volunteers Needed:

*Teacher Apprecition: We also still need people to help with teacher appreciation, May 6-10. Please contact PTO by email if you are interested helping.

*In order for us to give back to our school community and provide fun events, we need volunteers. Please sign up here to join our team.

Community Connections

GJPS Heart and Pride Award

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The Heart and Pride Award recognizes two outstanding staff members each month who make a profound impact on our students and Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools.

The Heart & Pride Nomination Form will remain available year-round and is open to any member of our staff, regardless of position.