CROSBY ELEMENTARY WEEKLY UPDATE

March 22, 2024

IMPORTANT DATES

March 25-April 1:  No School-Spring Break

April 2-May 10: OST Testing Grades 3-5

April 3-4: Erin’s Law Presentations

April 8: No School-Solar Eclipse

FACILITIES AND FINANCE

Throughout our town halls, surveys, and our recent building tours, we’ve gotten a lot of questions about our facilities. Specifically, some concern was raised that our newer buildings were built too small for the rapid pace of enrollment in our district.

We will be exploring the impacts of enrollment more in the coming weeks, but we believe it’s important to share the facts about our buildings with the community. 

Financing a construction project is complicated, and for better or worse, there are a lot of people outside our district that have a say in the final product. The State of Ohio plays a large role in both financing buildings and impacting what they look like. Prior to beginning a construction project, the State of Ohio employs Future Think (a third-party consultant) to predict enrollment. It’s not unusual for the district to disagree with the analysis of the State and their consultants, but they hold the final decision-making power. Then it’s left up to us to make it work in reality.

So, the bad news is we SLSD has a limited say in the size of any building we construct. The good news…the State of Ohio, in our most recent projects, paid 32 cents on the dollar toward completion. This means, that by partnering with them, local taxpayers were saved from funding an additional $32 million toward those projects. 

SLSD is constantly working to make improvements and adjustments based on increasing enrollment - stay tuned in the next few weeks to learn about how!

SAFETY

ERIN’S LAW PRESENTATIONS

Reminder: Erin’s Law presentations are scheduled for April 3rd and 4th. These sessions are vital for educating students on personal body safety. If you wish to opt your child out, please complete the attached form. I have also attached the original letter for your reference.

Parent Letter (Child Abuse & Bullying Workshops) (3).pdf 

Opt out form Erin's Law (1).pdf 

HOXWORTH BLOOD DRIVE AT HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL

The Harrison High School senior class is once again teaming up with Hoxworth Blood Center to sponsor two blood drives this school year.  The second and final drive will take place on Wednesday, April 3 from 7:45 AM - 1:30 PM in the Activity Center Arena.

The drive is open to the public.  All donors will receive a free wearable blanket!  If you are 16 or older, you may be eligible to donate blood.

Click  here to schedule an appointment:  https://donateblood.uc.edu/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/46432 (If you can't get the link to work, copy and paste into your browser.)

ACADEMIC GROWTH

OHIO STATE TESTING

It's important to ensure that students in grades 3-5 are prepared for the Ohio State tests, which will be taking place from April 2nd to May 10th. Here are some key points to remember:

• Test Dates: Your child's teacher will provide you with the specific dates your child will be tested. Make sure to mark these dates on your calendar and plan accordingly.
• Test Subjects: Students in grades 3 and 4 will be tested in English Language Arts (ELA) and Math. Grade 5 students will be tested in ELA, Math, and Science.
• Preparation: Encourage your child to eat a nutritious breakfast and get plenty of sleep the night before each test. Being well-rested and properly nourished can help them perform their best.
• Communication: If you have questions or concerns about the testing schedule, don't hesitate to contact your child's teacher for clarification.

By ensuring that your child is well-prepared and supported during this testing period, they'll be in the best position to demonstrate their knowledge and abilities effectively.

CLASSROOM ANTICS- OLYMPIC SCIENCE

Classroom Antics provides another hands-on after-school club opportunity for our students in Grades 3-5. Olympic Science will run Tuesdays from April 16^th -May 7^th from 3:20-4:20 p.m. The cost is $85. See the flyer for more details.

Crosby April 2024.png 

SOCIAL GROWTH

SUMMER CAMP OPPORTUNITIES

Last Call! The deadline is FRIDAY to sign your child up for Youth Track & Field this spring! It's a fun, low pressure way to introduce your child to the sport and help keep them in shape and active! More details and the link to register: https://harrisonwildcats.membershiptoolkit.com/packet/21873

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT COUNCIL PRESENTS UNDER THE BIG TOP

The annual Elementary Dances are just over a month away!  This year’s theme is “Under the Big Top”.  They’re open to all SLSD preschool through 5^th graders.  Both dances run from 7-9 PM at the Activity Center.  Admission is $20 per couple, and $5 for each additional child.  The price includes music and dancing, snacks, photo stations and games.

The Daughter Dance takes place on Friday, April 19.  Purchase tickets at https://bit.ly/daughterdance2024.

The Son Dance takes place on Saturday, April 20.  Purchase tickets at https://bit.ly/sondance2024.

The dances are sponsored by the Harrison High School Student Council.

SUMMER FUN FLYER

Summer Fun 2024 half sheet 5.5x8.5.pdf 

"JUNK IN THE TRUNK" TO SUPPORT WILDCAT CARES

Junk in the Trunk Final Flyer (3).pdf