Pinney Post
Pinney Elementary | April 12, 2024
Panther Spotlight
Take Responsibility: District Dodgeball Tournament
The District Dodgeball tournament is just around the corner, on May 10th! Gates will open at 5 p.m. and action starts at 6 p.m. at Coffman High School. Get ready to watch your favorite teachers, central office staff, community leaders, and of course your kids, as they dip, throw and dodge as we all help the Glitter Girls Guild #dodgeandglitter! Get your tickets in advance for just $7 beginning April 15th. Tickets the day of the event and at the gate will be $10. All proceeds benefit the Glitter Girls Guild!
Better Together: 5 Star Building
We are excited to share that our school recently received distinguished recognition from Ohio Department of Education and Workforce.
Our school also recently received the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce Overall 5-Star Building Award. On the 2023 Ohio School Report Card, Eli Pinney Elementary received an overall rating of 5 stars, meaning our school significantly exceeds state standards. For components, Pinney significantly exceeded or exceeded state standards in four of four areas.
While Ohio School Report Cards and educational rankings are one part of the story when it comes to detailing efforts and measuring success in a school district, we are incredibly proud of these recognitions. They are a testament to our relentless pursuit of preparing students for success. These accolades also highlight our teachers' consistent commitment to learning excellence and high-quality student support year after year. We are incredibly proud of our dedicated teachers and staff, all of whom arrive at work each day ready to foster a nurturing and inspiring learning experience for our students.
We are also grateful to our students and parents, as they, too, contribute to making Pinney Elementary a wonderful place to learn and work. Additionally, these achievements not only reflect positively on Pinney but also shine a spotlight on the exceptional educational opportunities available in the Dublin City School District.
Always Growing: Make A Difference
Updates
6th Grade Supply Sales
Parents of 5th Graders, you can now purchase school supplies for next year. See the links below.
* In addition to what is within the kit, all students will need a set of headphones and a calculator.
6th - 8th Grade Math - Calculator - TI-30XIIS - This calculator is required in 6th grade and will be used throughout middle school. This is available as a separate purchase through 1st Day School Supplies or can be purchased at a store.
Algebra and Geometry - We recommend that the students purchase a TI-84 Plus CE. This is a graphing calculator that will be used through high school.
School Supply Sale
4th Grade Service Project
Our Pinney 4th Graders are Springing into Action by partnering with One Dublin to help families in our community going through a difficult time. One Dublin supports families experiencing an unplanned disruption to their daily lives. Our 4th graders are collecting outdoor toys to help brighten the day of the children impacted. We are asking Pinney families to consider donating one or more of the following outdoor items listed below. Students may bring these items to school and place them in boxes set up in the main hallway from April 1-12. We are better together and appreciate your continued support!
Sidewalk chalk
Bubbles
Kites
Nerf balls
Throw/catch games (velcro, scoop/basket)
Wiffle bat/ball
Jump ropes
Footballs
Basketballs
Soccer balls
Ohio State Testing Dates
Each year students in 3rd, 4th and 5th grade take Ohio State Tests. We kindly ask that on testing days students arrive to school on-time and rested. Please see the testing dates below and schedule any planned absences around these dates. If you have an absence scheduled for one of these dates, please let us know as soon as possible so we can make alternative testing arrangements. Thank you in advance.
Grade 3
April 29 and April 30- Math
Grade 4
April 15 and April 16- English Language Arts
April 22 and April 23- Math
Grade 5
April 24 and April 25- Math
May 1 and May 2- Science
What is happening in the library?
If you are interested in what is happening in the library, please check this link. The link includes books that will be read aloud during library rotation.
Upcoming Events
April 23: Kindergarten Information Night
April 26: School Store
May 3: 1st Grade Highbanks Field Trip
May 8: SuperGames! (details coming soon)
May 10: 4th Grade Ohio History Field Trip
May 10: District Dodgeball Tournament
May 11: PTO Flower Sale Pickup
District News
Dublin Sparks Jump Rope Team 2024-2025
The Dublin Sparks Jump Team is a TRAVEL competitive and performance team.
Tryouts for the team are coming up and students must register by noon on April 19.
Students entering grades 2-12 in Dublin City Schools and surrounding areas may try out for the team. Jumpers will be expected to attend events within and out of the state for this season. Learn more and register here.
Scioto Senate Sponsor Walk-A-Thon for Pediatric Cancer Research
Scioto High School Student Senate is sponsoring a walk-a-thon for DublinThon, which supports Nationwide Children's Hospital Hematology and Oncology research. The event is Sunday, May 5, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at the Scioto High School Track and includes food trucks, games, and running events. All ages are welcome! Learn more and register here.
Attend the Harmony Music Festival
Harmony Music Festival is a substance-free event put on by students for students. We feature student and adult performers from Dublin City Schools. There are yard games, booth games, a raffle, and food trucks. It is from 5:30-8:00 on Friday, April 19th at Coffman Pavilion. It is free to attend and everyone is welcome! Check out their flyer to learn more.
Dublin Taiko Gala
The Dublin Taiko Gala is just around the corner on on Saturday, April 20, at 7 p.m. at Dublin Jerome's PAC. Learn more and purchase tickets at www.dublintaiko.com
Dublin City Schools is excited to be partnering with the FBI and Dublin Police Department to host the FBI Middle School Youth Academy. The academy will be held from July 23rd-July 25th. Any student who will be a 6th, 7th or 8th grader during the 24-25 school year is eligible to participate. Please see attached flier for additional information. Please fill out this form and this application to participate.
From the City of Dublin
Excel at Your Taxes – eFile!
April 15 is Tax Day. Don’t drown in a pile of paperwork, use fast, secure e-filing and get your refund back faster. Visit dublinohiousa.gov/taxation for links, tips and more information about how to get your tax returns filed in time.
Out of This World!
The Total Solar Eclipse was a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle. Thank you to all who joined us at Riverside Crossing Park and Coffman Park for our Dublin in the Dark party. Check out the City of Dublin's website for photos and video from this stellar event!
Attendance
If your child will be absent from school, please email our attendance line at epes_attendance@dublinschools.net. You can also call our attendance line at 614.718.8960
Need more information? Visit our sites below.
Pinney Elementary
Email: pinney_info@dublinschools.net
Attendance Email: epes_attendance@dublinschools.net
Website: https://www.dublinschools.net/site/Default.aspx?PageID=35
Location: 9989 Concord Road Dublin, Ohio 43017
Phone: 614.798.3570
Attendance Phone Number: 614.718.8960
Twitter: @epeDCSD