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Fidalgo Elementary School VisionCaring, inspired, productive

lifelong learners

Fidalgo Elementary School MissionWe educate all students

to realize their individual potentialsand contribute to their community

I am a confident Fidalgo Falcon. I am caring, smart and creative. I achieve my goals through effort. I am inspired by my hopes and dreams.

I have ideas for the future. I am capable of success – Yes, I am!

13590 Gibralter Road – Anacortes, WA 98221 fid.asd103.org (360) 293-9545

What Fidalgo Families Need to Know for the week of February 6, 2017

Monday, February 6 Parents of K-3, be sure to schedule your Parent Conferences.

Parents of 4-6 students, be sure to mark your calendars for the scheduled arena conference times based on your child’s last name.See related article for more information about upcoming parent conferences.

AVID Presentation to 6th graders today. See related article. To be rescheduled. 2:45 p.m. – Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT) auditions for students who have

submitted an audition form. There are not enough parts to cast all students, so those who audition and are not cast will be invited to participate in a special MCT workshop.Audition are RESCHEDULED for Tuesday, Feb. 7 during the school day. Students must have submitted the permission slip to audition.

6:30 p.m. – PTA Meeting – RESCHEDULED for Monday, Feb. 13

Tuesday, February 7 Annual Health Screenings for grades K-3 & 5th – See related article. MCT Auditions – during the school day After school MCT Rehearsal – See schedule for times and cast members. 6:00 p.m. - Challenge Program Parent Information Night - ASD Board Room.

Wednesday, February 8 Late Start Wednesday After school MCT Rehearsal – See schedule for times and cast members. 2:45-4:00 – Young Authors – Fidalgo Library

Thursday, February 9 After school MCT Rehearsal – See schedule for times and cast members.

Friday, February 10 1:00 – MCT Gulliver’s Travels production for Fidalgo student body. (Due to limited

capacity in our cafeteria/stage, we are only able to accommodate students in the audience for this performance. We ask parents, family, and friends to attend the evening performance.)

6:30 p.m. – MCT Gulliver’s Travels production for parents, friends, and family. Actors will arrive earlier – see MCT Director for time.

AVID Presentation to 6th Grade Classes on February 6 Administrators, counselors, and AVID teachers from Anacortes Middle School will present to our 6th grade classes on February 6 about Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) class. AVID is an elective class that prepares students for college. Acceptance into AVID is determined through an application process. The class is intended to support those students who have a strong potential and desire to graduate from college, and who at the same time have an obstacle that puts them at a distinct disadvantage (a typical example is students who would be the first persons in their family to graduate from college).

Annual Health Screening – February 7 A health screening will take place at Fidalgo on Tuesday, February 7 from 8:15-2:45. The grades that will be screened at Fidalgo are K-3, and 5th. Students will be screened for hearing and vision. Results from this screening will be sent home with your student. Thank you to our ASD nurses, the Lion’s Club, and Fidalgo PTA for providing this screening.

Anacortes School District Challenge Program An email was recently sent to all parents in the Anacortes School District informing them about the Challenge Program. Following are a few key dates:

Challenge Program Parent Information Night 6:00 p.m. - Tuesday, February 7, 2017 - School District Board Room

Challenge Testing Schedule Tuesday, February 21: Third, Fourth, and Fifth Grades  Wednesday, February 22: First and Second Grades  Thursday, February 23: Kindergarten  Friday, February 24: Sixth and Seventh Grades  Monday, Feb. 27**If we need a second session for a grade band, the second session will be on Monday, February 27.  If so, we will notify parents by February 10.

Looking Ahead – Mark Your Calendars Early Release Days Related to Parent Conferences: Monday, 2/13 through Thursday, 2/16 No School Days due to Presidents Day Weekend: Friday, February 17 and Monday, February 20

5th Graders Attend Skagit Valley Symphony!Thank you: Tina Franulovich-Martin, Ms Meaders, and Ms Burns

for Coordinating this Day at the Symphony!

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Sneak Peek at Dessert Dash Offerings Thank you to the following people who are contributing desserts to the always popular Dessert Dash at the Fidalgo PTA Dinner Auction! Special thanks to Patty Johnson, Dessert Dash Coordinator! Here is the dessert menu, for those of you are especially competitive, and want to plan ahead for which dessert your table will dash for!

Fidalgo PTA Dinner/Auction Dessert Dash 2017 Menu1. Beth Rittel-Original Canadian Nanaimo Bars2. Gere a Deli-Popular and Perfect Pandas3. Barbara Meaders-Boozy Butterbeer Cupcakes4. Michelle Hackstadt-Chocolate Caramel Goodness! (chocolate cake, caramel filling with a chocolate ganache:)5. JoAnn Curran-Famous from the South-Hummingbird Cake6. JoAnn Curran-Another Famous Southern Hummingbird Cake7. Kristen Chambers-Delightful Gere-a-Deli Layered Coconut Cake8. Jodi Shafer-World Famous Gere a Deli-Carrot Cake9. Mallory Kidder-Italian Rum Cake with Cream Filling10. Patty Johnson- Buttermilk Coconut Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting, Topped with Toasted Coconut11. Melissa LeFave-Calico Cupboard’s Traditional Coconut Cream Pie12. Yulia Wilson-Bear Cake-Authentic Russian Torte13. Kelli Lang-Local favorite, Gere-a-Deli Lemon Cake14. Lana Reichert-Favorite Family Recipe-Cinnamon Sour Cream Coffee Cakes15. Stacey Pierce-Death By Chocolate Bundt Cake16. Brianna Brooke Smith from Anacortes Baking Company-Champagne Cupcakes with Vanilla Buttercream Frosting 18. Kathleen Piacentino-Favorite from the Northwest-Strawberry Shortcake topped with Fresh Whipped Cream19. Maggie Santos-To Die For-Death By Chocolate Cake20. Patty Johnson-Hand Dipped Biscotti with Toasted Pecans

Early Release Day Science Enrichment Programs for February 13-16Grades K-6 - January 13-16 - noon-3:00 p.m., Island View Elementary

Shannon Point Marine Center/ WWU - Scientific Illustration and Marine Biology

Scientific Illustration – Introduce your child to the art of Scientific Illustration. Using our powers of observation, we will explore the natural world and learn how to record it on paper with pencil, ink and watercolor. Studying the works of great scientific illustrators and learning secrets of drawing along the way, your child will have a newfound appreciation for nature and art as they meet in Scientific Illustration. To register: http://www.wwu.edu/ee/youth/early-release/anacortes-early-winter.shtml

How to be a Marine Scientist – Explore what it’s like to be part of an ocean food web and practice becoming marine biologists. You will discover animals you didn’t know existed as part of the Puget Sound food web. Bring your questions because biologists are always ready to learn and play!To register: http://www.wwu.edu/ee/youth/early-release/anacortes-early-winter.shtml

Worth RepeatingAuction Update - Auction *Items Needed!

We are busy getting ready for the 2017 Fidalgo PTA CHAIRity Auction & Dinner, to be held Saturday February 25, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. at the Port of Anacortes Event Center. We have already acquired some exciting items! Just a few of the items we have received this week include: a backpack filled with "Sounders Swag" from the Seattle Sounders, fudge from Fidalgo Fudge, a stay at Rosario Resort & Spa, and tickets to: Disney Theme Park, Woodland Park Zoo, EMP, Pacific Science Center, North Cascades Vintage Aircraft Museum, Lincoln Theatre, and Seattle Shakespeare Company's May showing of Midsummer Night's Dream. And more to come! If you own a business and would like to donate to our auction or know someone who may want to donate, please reach out and contact one of our members of our procurement team. Polly Myers for corporate procurements at: myers212@umn.edu and Kimberly Smith at kimmers_b@hotmail.com or Marisa Schwabe at  Marisa.schwabe@gmail.com for  local procurements. Thank you Fidalgo families! Tickets are available for purchase at fidalgopta.com

When You Shop Online, Use AmazonSmile to Raise Funds for Fidalgo AmazonSmile is just like shopping on Amazon, only you earn money for Fidalgo with each purchase. AmazonSmile offers a .5% donation of all qualifying purchases to the Fidalgo PTA. Simply go to AmazonSmile.com and select Fidalgo Elementary PTA as your charity. (Don’t be confused, it will show up as a Tacoma location because that is where the Washington State PTA is located.) AmazonSmile is the same Amazon you know: same products, same prices, same service. You continue to receive all the same benefits as with your current Amazon account.

Parents of Students in K-3:Important Information About Signing Up for Parent Conferences Online

Using SignUpGenius

Parents of students in grades K-3: watch your in-box for an email with the link to SignUpGenius that was sent on Friday, January 20. We are using this online provider for you to schedule your February Parent/Teacher Conferences. After clicking on the link, simply scroll down to the name of your child’s teacher (be sure to scroll down until you see the name of your child’s teacher as in the past some parents have inadvertently scheduled with the wrong teacher), click on an available time slot that works for you, and complete the information requested. A few reminders: 1. Please just sign up for one timeslot per child. 2. If you have several children, your best chance of getting back-to-back conferences is to sign up as soon as you receive the link while more slots are available. 3. Parents do not have to create a SignUpGenius account. While visitors will be given an option of creating a free account with SignUpGenius, parents are not required to create an account on the site in order to sign up for conferences. 4. SignUpGenius does not sell or distribute emails or contact information. You will also not receive emails from SignUpGenius, with the exception of possible reminder emails about your scheduled conference. 5. If you do not have access to a computer, or if you have difficulty signing up for a conference online, please contact Tara Dowd at tdowd@asd103.org or (360)293-4078and I will assist you. 6. Thank you for understanding that the early release days only provide enough time for one conference per child, making it difficult to accommodate requests for separate conferences in divorce situations. 7. Please arrive for your conference a few minute early.

Parent Conferences for Grades 4, 5, and 6 Due to departmentalization at the intermediate grades, we will have "arena" style goal-setting conferences at the 4, 5, and 6th grades so that parents are able to meet with all of their child’s teachers. Arena conferences are not individually scheduled. The 5th grade conferences will be held in the library. The 4th and 6th grade conferences will be held in the teacher’s classroom Parents are encouraged to bring their child to participate in the conference. Parents wait in line to see a teacher, then proceed to see the next teacher. Please limit your conversations to 7-10 minutes per teacher as each teacher has 55 to 75 students to conference about. If you need more time with any teacher, ask if you can schedule a follow-up conference at a later date. To prevent any one session from being too crowded, in general we ask that parents attend at the following times (if the suggested day does not work for your schedule, feel free to come on one of the alternative days): If your child's last name starts with A-G - attend on Tues., Feb. 14, 12:25 to 3:00 pm If your child's last name starts with H-O - attend on Wed., Feb. 15, 12:25 to 3:00 pm If your child’s last name starts with P-Z - attend on Thurs, Feb. 16, 12:25 to 3:00 pm Because our evening conference session is limited to one evening, we ask that this time be reserved only for one parent working families who cannot attend during the day, or for those families where it is not possible for either one or the other parent to attend during the day. Our evening conference session is Wednesday, Feb. 15 from 4:30-7:30 p.m.

Looking for Volunteers to Help Young Authors Edit Their Writing Adult editors are needed on Wednesdays from 2:45 to 4:00 to help students who are participating in Young Authors to edit their writing during writing workshop sessions. Volunteers will be working with students who enjoy writing and signed up to share their work at the Young Authors Conference, an annual celebration of young authors held every spring at Skagit Valley College in Mount Vernon. The writing workshops will meet Wednesdays after school from February 1 through March 15 (there is no workshop

on February 15 due to early release). We will meet in the school library and volunteers should park in the south parking lot where the big school bell is in order to sign in at the front desk. Adult editors will be helping students with the following: creating a story map, rough draft editing, editing and sharing stories, creating illustrations and helping with the final illustrated manuscripts. This is a very rewarding and short-term volunteer opportunity for adults who have an interest in promoting writing in students. For more information or to sign up as an editor, please contact Laura Spehar at lspehar@asd103.org.

Missoula Children’s Theatre Auditions: February 6, 2017 from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Missoula Children’s Theatre is coming to Fidalgo the week of February 6-10, 2017. Missoula Theatre brings two professional actors/directors to Fidalgo, and on the evening of Friday, February 10, after just one week of rehearsals, students will present a full-length original musical production of Gulliver’s Travels. Auditions for Fidalgo students in grades K-6 are Monday, February 6, from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Approximately 50 to 60 students will be cast in the show. (Depending on the number of students who audition, there might not be enough roles for all students. However, students who audition but are not selected for the cast will be invited to participate in a special drama workshop during the school day.) If your child would like to audition for Gulliver’s Travels, please complete the permission slip below. A rehearsal immediately follows auditions from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for those chosen for key roles in the cast. On Tuesday through Thursday rehearsals are 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. and 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. with a half hour dinner break in between. Not all cast members will attend all sessions, but some will. There will be a performance during the school day on Friday for the students, and a Friday evening performance for parents and other guests.

Show Synopsis – Gulliver’s Travels

Conceived, written, music and lyrics by Michael McGill

With his ship wrecked and his trusty computer JCN on the fritz, brave explorer Gulliver finds himself lost in space with nothing but an Invisible Force to guide him! While transporting from world to world, under the control of the Maniacal Scientist of Lapunta, Gulliver discovers fighting aliens, arrogant Horse Leaders of the foolish Yahoos, largerthan-life royalty (in more ways than one) and robots – all who need just as much help from Gulliver as Gulliver needs from them! Tune in as this sci-fi spin of the timeless tale of GULLIVER’S TRAVELS will take you out-of-this world!

On Monday, they’re cast as characters… By Friday, they’ve gained character.

PERMISSION SLIP TO AUDITON FOR MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATRE

Please return permission slip to the school office or classroom teacher prior to auditions

My child has permission to stay after school to audition for the Missoula Children’s Theatre on Monday, February 6. (Please send them with a snack). I will pick my child up by 5:00 p.m.

I understand that not everyone who auditions will be cast in the play. However, students who audition and are not cast in the play will be invited to participate in a special drama workshop.

I understand that if selected for the cast or crew, my child needs to be available to attend the rehearsals and performances shown below. Parents need to provide transportation home after rehearsals and performances. I understand that students will not be excused from rehearsals or performances for practices, appointments, etc., but must keep the week completely free for this residency.

TENTATIVE REHEARSAL/PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE (Depending on their role students may not be required to attend all rehearsals, but they must keep theirschedule clear.)

Mon., Feb. 6 2:45-5:00 p.m. (auditions) 5:30-7:30 p.m. (for key roles)Tues., Feb. 7 2:45-5:00 p.m. 5:30-7:30 p.m.Wed., Feb. 8 2:45-5:00 p.m. 5:30-7:30 p.m.Thurs., Feb. 9 2:45-5:00 p.m. 5:30-7:30 p.m.Fri., Feb. 10 Rehearsal and matinee (for

students) during the school day5:30 p.m. cast members arrive6:30 p.m. evening performance forfriends and family.

There is no charge to participate in auditions. If your child is selected as a cast or crew member, we ask that you send $20 (payable to Fidalgo Elementary School) by Wednesday, February 8, to defray the cost of bringing Missoula Children’s Theater to Fidalgo. Contact Tara Dowd (ext. 1596 or tdowd@asd103.org) if you need a scholarship for your child to participate.

Student’s name_________________________________________________________________________

Classroom teacher_______________________________________________________________________

Parent or Guardian Signature: _____________________________________________________________

Calendar Updates Tuesday May 30 will be a school day because of last month's snow day.  Next Year’s School Calendar can be found on the ASD website www.asd103.org/ under “For Students and Families” Please note that we will start the 2017-2018 school year on Tuesday August 29 - before Labor Day. This decision was made to accommodate our high school construction schedule. Spring Break will be April 2-6, 2018 and the last day of school in 2018 will be June 14. 

Collect Box Tops for Fidalgo Kids- Beth Rittel

Please continue to collect Box Tops. They do expire, so turn them in as often as possible. Our goal this school year is to earn over $1,500 and with everyone’s help we can do it. You can help us reach that goal by sending in your Box Tops each month. Drop box tops off in the Box Tops bin located across the hall from the library. Here are some optional tips that will make the submission process easier:* Put your teacher’s name on the bag so your child’s class gets credit for the ice cream party* Bundle your Box Tops in groups of 10 or 50 using a sealable bag or envelope* Tape or glue Box Tops on a collection sheet, available at BTFE.com Our school receives a check from Box Tops for Education for box tops submitted, which we use to purchase items for the school, such as playground equipment. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me, Beth Rittel, at ethansrit@comcast.net . Thanks for your help!

SAVE the DATE!Fidalgo PTA Auction & Dinner

February 25, 2017Want to volunteer? Email Heather Hernandez at heather.m.hernandez@gmail.com

Fidalgo PTA Website: http://fidalgopta.comThis is a terrific source for all things Fidalgo PTA

Important Personal Safety Tips for Parents and Students: “No! – Go – Yell - Tell!”- Especially given these dark winter months, wait with your child at the bus stop in the morning, and

in the afternoon when they return. - Teach your children that adults should not approach them for help, directions, etc. Tell your

children to trust their instincts, and if they are approached by an adult, they should stay alert because this may be a “trick.” It’s OK to say, “NO!” One way to teach this is: No! – Go – Yell - Tell!

- Children should know to never go anywhere with anyone without your permission first. - Don’t drop your child off alone at parks, malls, video arcades, etc. - Teach the buddy/buddies system – there is safety in numbers- Point out safe places that they can go if they feel unsafe, such as a trusted neighbor- Use caution with the term, “Stranger danger,” – Sadly, perpetrators can be adults known to the child - Know where your child is at all times – there is no substitute for your attention and supervision

Rachel’s Closet Fund at Fidalgo Fidalgo has a “Rachel’s Closet Fund” for students who are in need of clothing, other items, and extra-curricular scholarships. The community service clubs and many individuals have provided funding for this resource.  The items are new or barely used and if there is an item needed that we do not have, we are able to purchase it with donated funds. Please contact school counselor Courtney Miner (cminer@asd103.org) if you would like to obtain clothing from Rachel’s Closet for your child.

Community Bulletin Board: Your Source for Opportunities in the Community for Your Family Each week the Anacortes School District shares information from our community partners on our website.  This is the place to find and post non-school related community events and information that benefits students and families. All notices are submitted by outside organizations to keep your family informed. The Anacortes School District does not endorse or sponsor these activities. Please visit our Community Bulletin Board to see new postings for this week: http://www.asd103.org/for_community/community_bulletin_board

Quick Tip Quick Tip is a system that allows students, parents, staff, and community members to submit information to school administrators anonymously. While the district already has many programs to help students deal with challenges such as bullying behaviors, stress, peer pressure, and family problems, Quick Tip helps break the code of silence often experienced by students and others because it allows them to report concerns to administrators anonymously. The Quick Tip system is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week at https://asp.schoolmessenger.com/anacortes/quicktip/.  Submitters may log on to Quick Tip from any computer with internet access or mobile app and have the ability, on or off campus, to create positive connections with administrators by addressing topics of concern. School administrators will respond to messages during the regular school day (7:00 AM-3 PM). Messages sent during non-school hours will be responded to, in most cases, the next school day.  It's helpful to share specific information such as a detailed description of the concern or incident, names and grade levels of those involved, location of concern, names of any potential witnesses, and any supporting evidence. It's important that reporters submit thorough and accurate information; false reporting is subject to disciplinary action.Quick Tip is available to the Anacortes School District students, parents, staff, and community members.  Parents and other adults wishing to express a concern or share information are still encouraged to continue doing so by calling our schools directly and speaking with the appropriate personnel.  It is our hope that Quick Tip will provide a form of support that will result in us hosting the best possible learning environment for our students.IMPORTANT NOTE: This is not a crisis line. In cases of emergency, the site will direct students to call 911!

Safe Schools - Tip Hotline by Telephone

Respect self and othersImprove through effortShow responsibilityExpress kindness

Fidalgo students RISE!

If Your Child is Absent…Please call or email Karen Mantell the morning of the absence.

kmantell@asd103.org

(360)293-9545

If you do not have Internet/ computer access, you can also report unsafe or threatening activities related to any of the schools in the Anacortes School District by calling the following anonymous, toll-free telephone number at any time day or night: 1-866-live-tip ext. 175

Website Address for Skagit County’s Sexual Offender Notification Monitoring the Skagit County's Sexual Offender Notification website regularly provides you with information about sexual offenders that may live in your area. The website address is: http://www.skagitcounty.net/Departments/Sheriff/sex_offenders.htm

Link to OSPI – Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction Go to http://reportcard.ospi.k12.wa.us to find MSP results and other information from OSPI.

“This School and/or School District does not sponsor, endorse, or recommend any of the organizations, services or activities described in this information. This information is provided solely for the convenience of our students and parents to assist in their review of the safety and suitability of such organizations, services and activities. All School Districts shall be held harmless from any cause of action, claim or petition filed in any court or administrative tribunal arising out of the distribution of these materials including attorney’s fees and judgments or awards.”

Nondiscrimination StatementAnacortes School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.  The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Title IX Coordinator/ Civil Rights ComplianceCoordinatorCynthia Simonsen2200 M AveAnacortes, WA 98221360-293-1212csimonsen@asd103.org

Section 504/ADA CoordinatorConnie Martin2200 M AveAnacortes, WA 98221360-293-1218cmartin@asd103.org

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