Dear Golden Families
Just last week I spoke to Mr. John L. Golden, who our school was named after. Mr. Golden worked diligently on behalf of students for the Etiwanda School District for over 30 years, and he exemplifies what is best in education as well as what is best in humanity. He is kind, thinks before he acts, and consistently demonstrates the good you create in others by believing in them and by giving them responsibility. We talked about what makes Etiwanda such a wonderful school district, and Mr. Golden said it is because each person matters. He expressed the importance and power of making a personal and meaningful connection, one person at a time.
When I look at Golden’s school community I feel optimistic. There is a genuine feeling of care. Parents, students and staff show support and respect for one another. Our lovely children demonstrate through their service projects compassion for others.I see students developing the academic and social skills that will serve them well in life. A walk across campus serves as a reminder of just how hopeful we can be of the future when it will be in the hands of hard working and caring individuals like our students.
I want to express the pride I have for our students and school. I am grateful to call Golden Elementary School my home away from home. It warms my heart to know that the members of our school community live up to the “Golden” ideals of compassion, hard work, and promoting personal responsibility. Thank you, Golden families for everything you do to support students and staff. Golden Elementary School would not be “Golden” without you!
Warmly,
Sherri Carmean
Golden PTA would like to thank all of our families for your continued support. Your commitment and contributions have helped us reach our goals as we continue to support Golden students and staff.
There will be an interest letter sent home during the month of February for our next year’s board nominations.
Here are a few PTA upcoming events:
See’s Candy Fundraiser
Reading awareness for Accelerated Reading (we would like to raise money for our Accelerated Reading Program)
Square 1 Art Fundraiser
50% AR luncheon on February 9th for all of the kids that have made it to 50% of their AR goal.
SPRING PICTURE DAY
Spring Picture Day will be on March 6th. Order forms will be sent home 1 week prior to the date. The pictures that will be taken are casual, not formal, and will not be used for the yearbook. Pictures will only be taken if order forms are completed with money enclosed and given to the photographer.
If you have any questions please call the school office at 463-9105.
Spring Break
Our Spring Break will be March 19th—26th. Friday, March 16th will be a minimum day-dismissal @ 1:15. All Kindergarteners will attend the morning session from 8:05-11:25. The office will be closing early on Friday, March 16th. Please pick your child up promptly.
Library News
Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss!
Our annual Dr. Seuss Read-a-long will be March 2nd. We are looking for parent volunteers to read their favorite Dr. Seuss book. If you are interested, please contact our librarian Mrs. Castillo.
Does your child have health insurance?
Your child may be eligible for Free or Low Cost Health Care.
For more information stop by our school office and pick up an informational flyer or call 1-800-880-5305 or visit www.healthy-families.us
2012/2013
Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Registration will begin on March 28, 2012 @ 9:00 a.m. Please bring the following documents:
Original Birth Certificate
2 Current Proofs of Residency
Immunization Records
*If you have questions please contact the school office at (909)463-9105.
February 3 Student of the Month Assembly
February 6 District Science Fair @ 1:30 MPR
February 8 PTA Board Meeting @ 6:00
February 8 Reflections Awards @ 6:30-Grapeland
February 9 AR BBQ 11:00-1:00
February 9 District Board Meeting @ 6:30
February 10 4th Grade Field Trip
February 10 End of 2nd Trimester
February 13 Lincoln’s Birthday-NO SCHOOL
February 15 3rd Grade Field Trip
February 16 3rd Grade Field Trip
February 17 4th Grade Field Trip
February 17 Kindy 500
*All Kinder’s attend AM session
February 17 Report Cards Sent Home
February 20 President’s Day-NO SCHOOL
February 23 Bink-a-thon @ 2:45-4:30 MPR
February 24 Student of the Month Assembly
February 24 Report Cards Sent Home
February 27 SSC Meeting @ 3:00
February 28 PTA See’s Candy Fundraiser
March 1 2nd Grade Performance
March 2 Dr. Seuss’s Birthday
March 2 Barnes & Noble Night
March 2 Trimester Awards
March 6 Spring Picture Day
March 7 4th Grade Writing Test
March 8 District Board Meeting @ 6:30
March 8 GATE Field Trip
March 9 NO SCHOOL
March 13, 14 & 15 Benchmark Testing
March 14 PTA Board Meeting @ 6:00
March 15 See’s Candy orders are due
March 16 All Kinder’s Attend AM Session
March 16 Minimum Day! 1:15 Dismissal
March 19-26 Spring Break!-NO SCHOOL
March 28 5th Grade Orientation @ Day Creek March 28
2012-2013 Kindergarten Registration
March 30 Student of the Month Assembly