September 19th
, 2014
N56W26530 Richmond Rd,
Sussex, WI 53089
Phone (262)538-1360
Fax (262) 538-1572
www.richmond.k12.wi.us
RICHMOND REPORTER
Please see attached flyer for a coupon if you are new to Market Day. By now you should have received your Market Day catalog. Reminder that our next pick-up date is October 9th, in the cafeteria from 5 – 6pm. Deadline for orders are Saturday October 4th at 11pm. Please consider ordering from this fund raiser to help support the PTOBC and their initiatives for this year. For online ordering, go to www.marketday.com and enter your school code: 5499. Thank you for your support! Let me know if you have any questions! Bonny Kuphall: [email protected] or 262-893-3671
YMCA News
Hello Richmond families,
My name is Jeff Clutterbuck, and I will be the Lead Teacher for the YMCA 4K Wrap Around Program at
Richmond School, as well as the Site Coordinator for the Richmond Great Escape Before/After School
Program. I graduated from Wisconsin Lutheran College in 2008 with a double major in Education and History,
and shortly thereafter received my license to teach. I have worked for the YMCA for the last 5 1/2 years in
various capacities, including time as the School Age Coordinator for our Great Escape programs, as well as
Assistant Day Camp Director for our Day Camp. I also have previously spent time at Richmond leading 4K
Wrap and Great Escape. I am very excited to return to Richmond, and continue to work with developing the
relationship the YMCA has with the families and staff members here!
CONFERENCES Hello Richmond Families, On Monday, Sept. 22, conference information will be emailed home.
Teachers in grades JK-4 will email each of their families a link and instructions to electronically sign up for a conference time that best fits their schedule. Families with more than one student in grades JK-4 will need to schedule a conference time with each teacher individually.
Teachers in grades 5-8 and specialists will hold arena-style conferences in the gym. Conference dates and times: Oct. 2, 3:30-7:30 pm (dinner/break @ 5:10-5:40 pm) Oct. 7, 3:30-7:30 pm (dinner/break @ 5:10-5:40 pm) Oct. 9, 3:30-6:00 pm (break @ 4:50-5:05) Please bring your child with you to the conference. This supports student ownership of learning. If you have any questions, please contact your child(ren)’s teacher(s) or the school office.
Mark Your Calendars
September 22nd
- Love And Logic begins 5:30 @ LMC
24th
– Gifted and Talented Meeting 5:30 @ LMC
26th
- Early Release Day
Homecoming Homecoming will be Friday, October 3rd with the game vs Waukesha North starting at 7:00 pm. Gates and tickets sales will open at 5:30 pm.
The change this year is that the parade is being moved to Sunday, September 28 at 4:30 pm starting at Church Street in Hartland and moving through Capitol Drive and North Avenue to the Arrowhead Stadium. There we will hold a staff vs Arrowhead student flag football game, and have a bonfire, food vendors and music until 9:00 pm that the entire community is welcome to come be a part of. Changing the parade date allows this to be a community affair and our football players will even get to be in the parade! Sunday, September 28
Homecoming Parade at 4:30--start on Church Street
Staff vs. Student Football Game at 6:00--Football Stadium
Bonfire at 7:00--Freshmen Softball Fields
For groups wanting to have a float in the parade you can go to the Arrowhead website to download the form: http://ahsstudentsenate.weebly.com/homecoming.html
Student Council Magazine Sale Once again Richmond School will be participating in the Great American Magazine sale. The
kickoff is scheduled for Monday, September 22 and will run through Wednesday, October 15. This
year there will be only one turn in date, and all prizes will be delivered on Friday, October 17.
Students will receive magazine packets at the kickoff, but all sales will also be available online. The
proceeds of this sale benefit Richmond School’s Student Council. These proceeds help to
defray the cost of leadership conferences and summer leadership camp. The goal of our council
is not to concentrate on raising funds but to serve others in our school, our community and
throughout the world. Remember the one and only turn in date for the sale is Wednesday,
October 15. Thanks so much for supporting Student Council. If you have any questions please call
Mrs. Eberle at 538-1360x306 or email: [email protected]
Lights…Camera …Action!!
If you enjoy being a part of the action, join the AV Crew. Students in grades 6-8 who have a talent
or interest in photography, videotaping or sound stage set-up should see Mrs. Eberle during their
lunch hour. All students will be given training. Our training date will be on September 29 at 3:16-
4:00. Please meet in the LMC. See you then.
STUDENT COUNCIL’S
PROJECT
BOXTOPS FOR EDUCATION!!
Student Council members will be managing the Boxtops for Education project. They would like to conduct
a positive competition among all classes at Richmond. Beginning immediately, all boxtops that are donated
will be credited to each student’s homeroom. At the end of the year, the two homerooms with the highest
number of boxtops donated, will receive a pizza party.
When sending in your boxtops please do the following:
Place the boxtops in an envelope
Seal the envelope
Write the name of your son or daughter’s homeroom teacher on the front of
the envelope
Deposit the envelope into the Boxtops For Education container at the main entrance WIN THAT PIZZA PARTY!!
PTOBC NEWS PTOBC September 16th Meeting Agenda: http://www.richmond.k12.wi.us/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=kMmDV3maUCk%3d&tabid=749
RICHMOND CHARGERS
GET YOUR SPIRIT ON!
Student Council would like everyone to know that every Friday throughout the year will be School Spirit Day. We
are so proud of our students, staff and community at Richmond that we want everyone to know what a great school
and community we have! Wear your purple and black spirit wear and show everyone your Charger pride! Show
your spirit every Friday!
You Are Invited…
GT Parents’ Meeting
Wednesday, Sept. 24th
, 5:30-6:30 pm
Richmond Library
Mrs. Held, the Gifted and Talented Program Coordinator, will share information about programming for gifted and
highly able students at Richmond.
Areas addressed:
-Programming options including classroom differentiation and extensions (including WCATY Academy -on-line
classes for grades 5-8)
-Identifying students for services
-Acceleration (guidelines)
-NUMATS (Northwestern University Midwest Talent Search)
and more. PLUS
-Special Focus Area: Social and Emotional Problems Affecting Gifted Children- the influence of giftedness over
behavior.
Any interested parents are welcome.
Contact Mrs. Held if you are unable to attend and would like more information: [email protected]
“Sir Readalot’s Castle – Enter the Kingdom of Books” Our Scholastic Book Fair is coming very soon! The theme this year is "Sir Readalot’s Castle- Enter the
Kingdom of Books." Some of the exciting contests and family events we are planning include:
“You’ve been Caught Reading” Contest: Get caught reading and receive a chance at a drawing for a
book fair gift certificate.
Help build Sir Readalot’s Castle- Guess the number of Legos in the jar that will be used to build Sir
Readalot’s castle.
Knights of the Round Table Family Craft Night- Student Council members will help all the little
princes and princesses build a crown, their own dragon or create an awesome knight poster!
Jason the Jester Magic Night at the Book Fair- Jason Love is back to perform his magic and create
balloon animals and lots of other creations.
The Book Fair will be from October 6-10. Please note: It will be in the cafeteria on the stage this
year. Please see the newsletter for volunteer opportunities and for Book Fair hours.
If you have any questions please call Mrs. Eberle at 262-538-1360x306. See you at the Book Fair!!
Get Ready For the Geo Bee and Spelling Bee! The in-class Spelling Bees and Geo Bees will be coming up very soon. The Spelling Bee is offered to students in grades 5-
8, and the Geo Bee is offered to students in grades 4-8. Do you want to prep for these exciting competitions? There are
several helpful resources for further study and preparation that students can access. If you want to learn more in preparation
for the National Geographic Geography Bee, you can go to the website. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/geobee .
There are many helpful study tips available there. The library also has a set of six volumes of practice materials specifically
for Geo Bee practice. These materials are located in the LMC office area. Please see Mrs. Eberle to check them out.
If you are interested in studying for the Spelling Bee please check out the Scripps National Spelling Bee at
http://www.spellingbee.com/study-tips . Our competitions are always exciting and suspenseful, so get ready and study!!
If you have any questions about either of these programs please contact Mrs. Eberle at 538-1360 x306
Join us for a Two Special Family Fun Nights!! On Tuesday, October 7 from 5:30-6:30, the LMC will be sponsoring a Magical Family Fun Night with Jason the Jester
at the Scholastic Book Fair. Jason Love is a magician and balloon artist who will be performing magic tricks and
creating balloon animals for everyone who attends the Scholastic Book Fair being held on the cafeteria stage. Relax and
enjoy the show and a cookie after you are done shopping. As you enter the Kingdom of Books with Sir Readalot, don’t
miss this exciting magical night!! All students who attend must be accompanied by a parent. Balloons will not be
allowed to be taken to conferences with students. See you there.
On Thursday, October 9 from 4:30-6:00 there will be a Knights of the Round Table Family Fun Night in the cafeteria to
help us celebrate the Scholastic Book Fair. Come and join in a great night of fun and creativity. Student Council
members will help students create their own crowns, build their very own dragon or decorate their own medieval poster.
Bring the princes and princesses to the cafeteria for a night of great fun. Students must be accompanied by parents.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Rae Ellen Eberle at 262-538-1360 x306
SIGN-UP IS OPEN
EXPLORE THE WORLD OF CHESS
CheckMates Chess Academy will be back for the 2014-15 School Year
REGISTRATION DEADLINE OCT. 9th
“Your child is invited to join us in an adventure into the fascinating world of Chess. Learn the basics or study the moves of the masters. All levels welcome. Bored of traditional chess? Become familiar with Bughouse, Take Me, Fischer, Rotate and other alternative chess games! Don’t miss this fun- filled fantastic opportunity pass you by!” -Check Mates- SESSION I 6 week Chess Class Grades: K-8 Dates: Oct. 16, 30, ; Nov. 6, 13,20, Dec. 4th Location: Richmond Library Time: 3:25 – 4:25 pm Cost: $60/ 6 wks (siblings are ½ price)
The registration form is at the end of the newsletter and is also on the website. For more information, contact Mrs. Donna Held at 262-538- 1360x207 [email protected]
Academic Benefits
Chess makes kids smarter. It does so by teaching the following skills: Focusing - Children are taught the benefits of observing carefully rate. If I
don't watch what is happening, they can't respond to it, no matter how smart they are.
Visualizing - Children are prompted to imagine a sequence of actions before it happens. We actually strengthen the ability to visualize by training them to shift the pieces in their mind, first one, then several moves ahead.
Thinking Ahead - Children are taught to think first, then act. We teach them to ask
themselves "If I do this, what might happen then, and how can I respond?" Over time, chess helps develop patience and thoughtfulness.
Weighing Options - Children are taught that they don't have to do the first thing that pops into their mind. They learn to identify alternatives and consider the pros and cons of various actions.
Analyzing Concretely - Children learn to evaluate the results of specific actions and sequences. Does this sequence help me or hurt me? Decisions are better when guided by logic, rather than impulse.
Thinking Abstractly - Children are taught to step back periodically from details and consider the bigger picture. They also learn to take patterns used in one context and apply them to different, but related situations.
Planning - Children are taught to develop longer range goals and take steps toward bringing them about. They are also taught of the need to reevaluate their plans as new developments change the situation.
Juggling Multiple Considerations Simultaneously -Children are encouraged not to
become overly absorbed in any one consideration, but to try to weigh various factors all at once.
None of these skills are specific to chess, but they are all part of the game. The beauty of chess as a teaching tool is that it stimulates children's minds and helps them to build these skills while enjoying themselves. As a result, children become more critical thinkers, better problem solvers, and more independent decision makers.
. “Every Move Counts”
At Richmond School for the 2014-15 School Year
CheckMates Chess Academy focuses on teaching students of ALL
SKILL LEVELS. Their unique curriculum makes learning chess fun and
the classes entertaining. For kids, chess is a game, an educational
tool, and a great way to bond with family! We invite your children to
enjoy this timeless game with CheckMates. The class will be explore
chess tactics such as thinking ahead, correct positioning, and
controlling the board while playing many chess related games like
“Bughouse” and “Crazy Queen!” Students will learn new strategies as
well as ways to apply them to their everyday lives. The last day of
class we will be having a tournament complete with PRIZES for all
those who participate!
Read on for Details... Kindergarten-8th grade students welcome
Thursdays after-school; 3:25 – 4:25pm Richmond School Library
$60 for a 6 week session (siblings ½ price) Enrollment is
limited. ( note the registration deadlines) Session 1: Oct.
16,30; Nov. 6, 13, 20; Dec. 4 (reg due Oct.9) Session 2:
April 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21 (reg. due April 1)
Questions: Contact Mrs. Donna Held, GT Coordinator [email protected]
CHECK MATES CHESS REGISTRATION FORM Richmond School 2014-15
SESSION 1: Oct. 16, 30; Nov. 6, 13, 20; Dec. 4 Registration DUE Oct. 9, 2014
Student’s Name 1 Teacher & Grade
Student’s Name 2 Teacher & Grade
Parent’s Name Cell Phone Number
Parent Email
Emergency Contact: Name and Number
Parent’s Signature
Please return this form along with a check addressed to CheckMates Chess Academy in an envelope to the school office. Parents must come into the library to pick up their child promptly at 4:25 pm. Questions: please contact Mrs. Donna Held, GT coordinator [email protected]
PRESCHOOL Music Fun Classes!! : Richmond Elementary New Day: Tuesdays For ages 10mo-4yrs With Miss Mary of Rhythm, Rhyme and Song
Session l Sept 16-Oct 28 no class 9/23
Session ll Nov 4-Dec 9
“Fun with Music!” Ages 2yr-4yr 9:15-10:00am
“Sing and Bounce with Me!” Ages 10mo-24mo 10:15-10:45am
Fun! Instruments, sing nursery rhymes, play games, dance and make
friends.
Educational! We learn music concepts such as steady beat, rest, largo-
allegro, pitch, piano-forte and more. Plus! Preschool terms as colors,
numbers, body awareness and sharing!
Active! Most of the class is spent moving rhythmically: marching, jumping,
hopping, dancing, circling and clapping.
Stimulating! Multi-colored props like parachute, scarves, bean bags, letters,
bugs, and foam shapes all make classes interesting and exciting.
Weekly Themes! Apples, Shapes, Leaves, Animals and more! Fingerplay
songs, dances and pretend play emphasize the theme.
Miss Mary believes that learning music at a young age has an integral part in achieving language and reasoning skills. Plus it is so much FUN!!
$48 (district fee possible)
Sign up today with Sussex Rec Dept W240N5765 Maple Ave.
ph 262-246-6447 www.village.sussex.wi.us
For more info email:[email protected] or call ph. 262-337-0833
PARENTS UNITED, A CONSORTIUM OF SCHOOL DISTRICTS FROM:
ARROWHEAD, HAMILTON, HARTLAND/LAKESIDE, KETTLE MORAINE, LAKE COUNTRY, MENOMONEE FALLS, MERTON, MUKWONAGO, MUSKEGO/NORWAY, NORTH LAKE, OCONOMOWOC, PEWAUKEE, RICHMOND, STONE BANK, SWALLOW, WATREFORD,
WATERTOWN and WAUKESHA
PRESENTS:
UNDERSTANDING &
TREATING CHILDHOOLD
ANXIETY DISORDERS Current DSM-5 disorders in childhood
How Anxiety differs from fear & can be adaptive
Overview of cognitive behavioral model of Anxiety
Specific treatments for Social Anxiety & Generalized
Anxiety
How Anxiety manifests in school & how to manage
Family accommodations
Guest Presenter:
David M. Jacobi, PhD Rogers Memorial Hospital
Oconomowoc
October 8, 2014
9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Country Springs Hotel & Conference Center Golf Road, Pewaukee
This is a FREE workshop for all families, faculty and interested community members.
Please email Edie Scott @ [email protected]
if interested in attending
PARENTS UNITED, A CONSORTIUM OF SCHOOL DISTRICTS FROM: ARROWHEAD, HAMILTON, HARTLAND/LAKESIDE, KETTLE MORAINE, LAKE COUNTRY, MENOMONEE FALLS, MERTON, MUKWONAGO, MUSKEGO/NORWAY, NORTH LAKE, OCONOMOWOC, PEWAUKEE, RICHMOND, STONE BANK, SWALLOW, WATERFORD, WATERTOWN & WAUKESHA PRESENTS:
“DRUG AWARENESS” *Identification of Drugs & the Effects
Overdose Statistics
Identifying Drug Uses
Statistics Regarding Drug Activity
Drug Related crimes, Prevention, Resources
Cell Phone Behavior/Terminology GUEST SPEAKER:
Detective Shawn Diedrich Muskego Police Department
Tuesday, September 30, 2014 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Country Springs Hotel & Conference Center Pewaukee This is a FREE workshop for all families, professionals and interested community members. Please email: [email protected] if interested in attending.
MAA Fall Program registration is going on now!
3-4th Grade Girls Fall Basketball
1-2nd Grade Co-ed Fall Basketball
5-6th Grade Boys Fall Rec Basketball
7-8th Grade Boys Fall Rec Basketball
Please go to www.mertonathletics.org now to register or for more information.
Thank you,
Heidi Blatnik M.A.A.
Activities Director
www.mertonathletics.org
CLASSROOM OPPORTUNITY!
We need you now!
Perfect for either parent; working or not
The students of Richmond School need your help!
Junior Achievement is . . .
A non-profit organization established in 1941.
Teaching children the economics of life.
Inspiring children to learn, do their best and to be successful!
Providing colorful, fun and age-appropriate materials to schools and volunteers .
You can help, be a volunteer and . . .
Lead hands-on activities in the class. (Approx. 40 minutes each, personally scheduled.)
Attend an orientation session or meet with JA staff to prepare for this experience.
Act as a role model to inspire students while sharing your personal experiences.
Have fun while working with your, their classmates and teacher.
YES! I would like more information about becoming a classroom volunteer.
Name
Daytime Phone Number
Classroom(s) of Choice
Email Address:
Please return this form to your child’s classroom teacher, fax to JA at
414-577-3817 or Email Suzanne Carlson at [email protected]. Thanks
Junior Achievement: empowering young people to own their economic success.
