CROSBY ELEMENTARY WEEKLY UPDATE 

May 3, 2024 

IMPORTANT DATES 

May   

6-10   State Testing Gr 3-5 & Aimsweb Testing Gr K-3 /Shower with Kindness / Teacher Appreciation Week

  9      Grandparents’ Day Gr K-2 (see times below) 

10      Grandparents Day Gr 3-5 (see times below) 

13      Vehicle Day 

16      Banking Day   

17      Teacher Inservice Day- NO school for students    

20      Field Day Gr 3-5 & 2He, 2K, 2B, 2N 

21      Field Day K-1 & 2Ha, 2S / 5th Grade Celebration / Graduation   

22      Rain Date for 5th Grade Celebration / Last Day for Students 

DID YOU KNOW? 

Our “Did You Know?” series continues this week with the first of five videos exploring the ins and outs of finances in the Southwest Local School District. Through all of our community engagement, we've gotten a lot of questions on this topic - and we're delivering with answers and more information! We encourage you to take just two minutes to learn how SLSD spends funds to ensure that our kids receive the quality education they deserve.  

You can watch our first School Finance Video HERE.  

Big takeaway - Over 90% of SLSD spending is directed to PEOPLE. That includes our teachers, extracurricular programs, and other opportunities for students. We are a people-based business that is always focused on investing directly in students and teachers! 

SAFETY 

CELL PHONE POLICY 

With field trips, field day and other end of year events coming up, we just want to remind parents that we have a no cell phone policy at Southwest Local Schools and at Crosby Elementary. Students are not permitted to use cell phones, smart watches, or any other electronic communication devices on school property or at off-site school sponsored events. The use of these items by students will result in discipline. Also, if you are supervising any of these events, please do not permit students to use your device.  

ACADEMIC GROWTH 

TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK 

During the week of May 6-10, we celebrate the amazing teachers at Crosby Elementary! The PTO does a great job showering them with love, but feel free to write your child’s teacher a note of appreciation or have your child write one of their own.  

AIMSWEB TESTING 

Students in Grades K-3 will be given the Spring Benchmark Assessment in Aimsweb the week of May 6-10. This is an exciting time of year for us to see the incredible growth our students have made!  

PERENNIAL MATH COMPETITION 

Our fifth grade Perennial Math team competed in a virtual competition last Saturday. Forest Lewis placed 3rd in the individual round and Team Colton (Colton Dunham, Stuart and Seth Hall, Mathew Leininger and Caiden Varney) placed 3rd in the team round. They will move on to the National Championship the week of May 13th. A special thank you to their coaches: Mr. Markewicz, Mrs. Hunter, and Mrs. Brown!  

VEHICLE DAY 

Vehicle Day is speeding our way on May 13th!  Students will rotate through different vehicles exploring and asking questions related to those careers.  

8:30-9~ 4th grade 

9-9:30~ 1st grade & Full day KG 

9:30-10~3rd grade and AM KG 

10-10:30~5th grade 

10:30-11~2nd grade 

SOCIAL GROWTH 

SHOWER WITH KINDNESS

 During the week of May 6-10, SLSD will be collecting hygiene products for those in need. Click on the flyer for more information.  

Shower with Kindness flier 2024 (1).pdf 

GEAR UP FOR SUMMER CAMPS!  

We are pleased to offer a wide range of summer camps tailored to a variety of interests and are eagerly anticipating a summer filled with exciting activities and opportunities for growth.  

Regardless of their interests, our summer camps offer students the opportunity to learn new skills, make lasting friendships, and create cherished memories. With a diverse range of offerings catering to various passions, there's something for everyone to enjoy this summer. 

Click HERE for more information on all summer camps, along with the links to register. 

GRANDPARENTS’ DAY  

Grandparents’ Day will take place May 9-10, 2024. See the schedule below. We know Grandparents tend to arrive extremely early, but please let them know they will not be permitted to enter the building until the time of the scheduled grade level. We will need to empty the building and parking lot before the next group arrives.  

May 9th  

8:45-9:15 Second Grade  

9:30-10:00 First Grade  

10:15-10:45 Full Day and AM Kindergarten * 

2:15-2:45 PM Kindergarten ** 

*If ½ day AM Kindergarten students are being released with their grandparents, a note from the parents must be given to the teacher in advance. 

**If your PM Kindergarten student is being released with their grandparents, a note must be given to their teacher in advance. Also, if they are taking any siblings with them, their teacher will need a note in advance as well. At 2:45, any student with written permission to leave with their grandparents will report to the cafeteria. The office will NOT be calling students individually from classrooms at that time. 

May 10th  

8:45-9:15 Fifth Grade  

9:30-10:00 Fourth Grade  

10:15-10:45 Third Grade 

FIELD DAY 

This year’s field day schedule is below. All our volunteer slots have been filled. Please be sure your child wears gym shoes and has sunscreen on their field day.  

May 20th  

8:35-10:44 : 4th Grade  & 5th Grade   

12:30-2:39: 3rd Grade & 2B, 2K, 2N, 2He    

May 21st  

8:35-10:44: AM K & Full Day K & 2nd Gr Hale & Schweinfest Only   

12:30-2:39: PM K & 1st Grade