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Jacque’s Note 2 Community News 3-13 MS News 14-16 HS News 17-18
Senior News 19-21
January 28, 2015
Wednesday Packet
Important Dates/Information TEACHER WORK DAY AND PRESIDENTS’ DAY HOLIDAY-No School Friday, February 13 and Monday, February 16 TCS Offices Closed Monday PARENT SOCIAL Thursday, February 19 6-7:30pm At the Betts home in the Cumming Area PAC MEETING Thursday, February 26 8:00am CAMPUS BEAUTIFICATION Saturday, March 7
Save the Date! FOUNDER’S DAY CELEBRATION Tuesday, March 10 1-3:00pm
GLITTER – Back to the Future! Saturday, March 14 6:30-11:00pm
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Where did January go? This warp speed passage of time is beginning to be routine! February ushers in our basketball tournaments, which we are hosting this year! We also have several parent focused events which will enable our new and veteran parents to get to know each other. At least the Presidents’ Day long weekend will allow some break in the non-stop schedule. Of course, I do not mean to sound like I am whining as every activity signals the successes of our students! Joe and I hated to miss Senior Night this year. The new date conflicted with a prior commitment and we were unable to make the celebration. Senior Night is one of our traditions that begins the transitioning for our entire community. Not only are our seniors beginning to realize that this time next year they will be living an entirely different life, but their parents, also, begin to prepare for the family changes that will occur. However, this is not just about the seniors. Our students and staff also begin to realize that everyone moves up. Our eighth graders will be in high school. This year’s juniors will be in the coveted leadership role. The time honored tradition of stepping up the next rung on the ladder becomes a reality that is anticipated and planned. It is all very exciting! In the bustle of every day responsibilities, it is easy to miss the subtle changes in our teens that have already occurred during this school year. Occasionally a few students make remarkable and rapid positive changes in their interactions and self-perception. However, the process is usually subtle and occurs over time. This morning while I was using the quiet early hours to take care of paperwork, I was aware of a steady conversation taking place in the background. The voice was familiar and the tone was light and informative. I shifted focus from my computer and began to attend to the speaker in the next room. I was hearing the voice of a student who had been silent when he enrolled three years ago. His first year, he moved through his days with his eyes on the ground in silent determination. His demeanor was very serious and his interactions with others were minimal. His second year he participated a bit more in class and began to talk with the students with whom he ate lunch. Today he moves around campus with a positive purpose. He assists with selling snacks, visits with staff and students and moves through his day with confidence and pride. Next year, as a senior, he will personify what a Cottage School Student can be. And this time next year he will be preparing for a future that is rewarding and successful! You might be interested in knowing that we continue to examine and enhance our crisis management plan. We have an ongoing committee that meets to review and update our existing plan. This week we installed outside speakers so we can communicate with people moving between classes or in outdoor activities should we need to give instructions. These speakers will not be used unless there is an emergency. Also, next month we will be sending out surveys for your completion. We read every response and use the information you give us to plan. Specific and constructive feedback has guided us through the years and we appreciate your taking the time to let us know how we are doing and what you would like to see in the future. Thanks, in advance, for participating!
January 28, 2015
Jacque’s Note
The TCS Advancement Angle
News you can use to help raise money for The Cottage School
Do you think TCS is a great school? We do too! Post your opinions on
GreatSchools.org (http://www.greatschools.org/georgia/roswell/2073-The-
Cottage-School/) and let the world know! Prospective parents read this web-
site for honest feedback about schools. Let’s tell the world how invaluable a
TCS education is!
The Top Five Reasons to Give to the Key Annual Fund
(And if you’ve already given, we thank you!)
Our Students Annual Fund dollars enhance student life in countless unrecognized but crucial ways providing necessities such as books, microscopes, maps, computer software, art supplies and much more!
Our Teachers Great teachers make a great school. When you give to the Key Annual Fund, your contri-
bution supports the work of professional educators who are shaping young minds! Our Attention Giving to the Key Annual Fund ensures that we maintain the resources to recruit and re-
tain the best educators for every grade/subject ensuring class sizes stay small and student/teacher ratios low.
Our Programs Key Annual Fund dollars go toward enriching arts and athletic programs, faculty teaching
and professional growth, financial aid, technology, campus enhancements. Our Traditions Pay-Off days, Middle School Sock-Hop, Grandparents Day, Homecoming, Senior Night,
Prom, Graduation-these are traditions that are the lifeblood of The Cottage School.
Its Not To Late To Give To The Key Annual Fund!
We know that in the hustle and bustle of life, its easy to over look
your Key Annual Fund
donation. You have till May 31, 2015 to make your
donation. Click here to donate today!
A Difficult Decision Dear Faculty, Staff and Cottage School Family Members, Toward the end of school, last year, I announced that we were, at long last, going to begin construction of a Multipurpose Athletic Field. We were all very excited about the prospect knowing that the project would bring a much needed capital improvement to our campus. Unfortunately, funding prospects on which we based our plans to move forward did not materialize. After a very careful review of the costs associated with the construction plans, even cutting back on the full scope of the project to provide a Soccer Only venue, we still found that the cost of the project far exceeded our fundraising capacity at this time. We have, therefore, made the decision to temporarily postpone the project as we would not ever jeopardize the financial security of the school mission to embark on a capital improvement project regardless of its importance to the growth of our program. We will revisit this project in the not too distant future when fundraising opportunities once again open up for us to do so. We realize that the Cottage School families were fully behind this project. However, after 30 years of experience, we know what our internal fundraising capacity is, and we simply did not feel we could expand that capacity by the amount required to move forward with this project. We know you share our disappointment with the need to make this decision but also know that you trust it was made in the best interest of the school and our primary mission. Sincerely, Joe Digieso Treasurer
GLITTER
YOU'VE GOT TO COME BACK WITH US.
WHERE? BACK TO THE FUTURE!
WAIT A MINUTE DOC.
AH......ARE YOU TELLING ME YOU BUILT A TIME MACHINE OUT OF GLITTER!
THE WAY I SEE IT, IF YOU'RE GONNA THROW A PARTY,
WHY NOT DO IT WITH SOME 80'S STYLE.
ROADS? WHERE WE'RE GOING WE DON'T NEED ROADS, JUST 80'S CLOTHES!!
IF YOU PUT YOUR MIND TO IT, YOU CAN ACCOMPLISH ANYTHING!!
(BE CREATIVE WITH YOUR COSTUME)
PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDERS FOR GLITTER! SATURDAY, MARCH 14TH 2015
6:30 PM - 11:00 PM COUGAR CENTER
GREAT SCOTT
THIS IS GONNA BE FUN!!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Beacon College to Offer a Dual Credit College Composition Course at The Cottage School in Summer 2015
LEESBURG, FL — Beacon College, the nation’s first accredited college to offer both bachelor’s and associate degrees exclusively for
students with learning disabilities, ADHD and other specific learning differences, will offer “College Composition,” at The Cottage
School, this summer, for Atlanta area students who learn differently.
The three week, non-residential course, begins on June 22nd. The three credit course qualifies for both high school and college credit.
College Composition is typically a first semester college course designed to develop an entering college student’s skills in writing multi-
paragraph essays with emphasis on exposition, including the selection, restriction, organization, and development of topics. Students
also examine selected writing samples as models of form and sources of ideas for
their own writing. Successful completion of the College Composition course prior to
a student entering college can make a critical difference in transitioning a student to
the rigor of college-level writing. The transition to college writing can be especially
difficult for students with learning differences.
The program includes a 3-hour course work session in the morning taught by Beacon
College faculty using multimodal teaching practices. The multimodal teaching
approach is proven to be particularly effective when teaching students with a wide
range of learning differences. In the afternoon, students needing additional
academic support will have the opportunity to work with a skilled Beacon College
writing specialist and/or work on preparing their college essay. It is the expectation that each student will complete the three week pro-
gram with a college essay prepared and ready to include with most college and university admissions applications.
Applicants must be rising seniors or have graduated in spring 2015 and be heading to a college or university in fall 2015.
The cost of the course is $1,750.
For additional information and an application please contact:
Dale Herold, Dean of Admissions and Enrollment Management Beacon College 105 East Main Street Leesburg, FL 34748 [email protected] 352-787-0796 www.beaconcollege.edu
Archery Regional Tournament
TCS celebrates their attendance at their first
Archery Regional Tournament!!
Where: Loganville High, 100 Trident Trail, Loganville, GA 30052
When: Saturday, January 31st, 2015; first TCS flight at 9:00 am
Cost: $5.00/adult spectator, $2.00 children under 12
Benefits: See our own TCS archers battle all comers (and there’s a
concession stand)
Come and cheer on our first-ever Archery team!
Would you like a House Guest…
This summer we have an exciting opportunity to partner with Beacon College for a dual credit college course. During the
three week session, the instructors from Beacon will need a place to stay. They could rent rooms at the Doubletree Hotel
around the corner, but I wonder if any of you have an alternative (warm and friendly) option for them. They will have their
own transportation and be gone during the day (Monday-Friday) while they teach. If you have some good suggestions that
could save them money and create a friendly experience, please e-mail me at school, [email protected]. Thanks!
...You recommend a family
...They enroll at TCS
...You receive $1,000 toward your tuition.
Reduce your tuition – Be a Winner!! Refer Today!!
You Too Can Be a Winner!
Left to right Rosetta Gooden, Director of Admission, Julie Crudgington, Middle School Principal, Lisa Huffaker (Austin Huffaker Grade 6).
Just follow Lisa Huffaker’s lead!
PAC PICKS THIS WEEK
TCS Breakfast Club Meet some new friends...reconnect with some old ones! Enjoy a chance to spend some time with other TCS parents after morning carpool. We are meeting at Thumbs Up Diner located at 1140 Alpharetta Street, right after morning carpool this Friday, January 30. Our hope is to have some casual get-togethers several times a year - everyone is welcome! Just reply to [email protected] to let us know you'll be there. We'll save you a seat!
Thanks for Shopping Besides buying lunch box items, paying your gas bill and ordering books and clothing, the dollars you spend with Amazon, Box Tops, Georgia Natural Gas, Kroger, Publix and Target make a difference here at TCS. The dollars generated when you shop at these organizations help to create additional learning programs for our students. If you haven’t taken time to register, we encourage you to do so. We have brought in $1500 from the above vendors to benefit program enhancements. Thank you for supporting TCS through these organizations.
TCS Spirit Wear is back in stock! We just received another shipment of our TCS Cougar t-shirts (with the
30th anniversary logo on the back!) Perfect for Friday Spirit Days!
$13 each (Adult Med, Large, XL and a few XXL's are available)
Email [email protected] or [email protected] if you're
interested!
PRIZE: Lunch for HR from
select restaurants
Resource for Parents: Hey Parents! Just wanted to pass along a great resource. I thoroughly enjoy reading the articles that LD Online publishes. Recently, they sent me the note below that I wanted to forward to you as an additional resource as well, a new program called Understood.org that gives access to experts to answer questions you may have regarding a myriad of topics. If you wish to subscribe to LD Online, there is a link below, as well as a link to check out Understood.org. We are always looking for ways to support our students and families, and I am hopeful you will find his resource helpful. Sincerely, Laura
Help Parents Find Expert Advice As a teacher, you know that parents who are involved and knowledgeable can make a
big difference for your students. Now there's a great new resource for parents called
Understood.org, which offers free daily access to experts. From homework tips and ideas for supporting teachers to improving behavior and self-
esteem, there's a trusted expert for parents to chat with at Understood.org. These
experts are recognized professionals in their fields — they are teachers, reading
specialists, doctors, child psychologists, neurologists and more. Parents can connect with experts through:
Live chats and webinars Understood's Facebook and Twitter Pages The Weekend Wisdom Group on Understood.org
Tell parents about Understood.org, a place they can get the expert help they
need.
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MS January Activities
DATE Activity TCS$ Things to bring
Friday
1/30
On Campus
Clubs
$210.80
*Club Materials
Friday
1/30
Academics
Academics $223.20 Academic Materials
*Remember to bring an
independent reading book if you
complete your work early.
HS Activities for January
DATE TIME Activity TCS$ Things to bring/U.S. $
Friday
1/31
Academics
8:15
10:00
12:00
12:45
2:40
Levels
Academics
Lunch
Academics
Homeroom
$403.62
Academic material to complete work and spare
reading
materials, if you will be in academics
all day!
Off-
Campus
10:00-
2:00
High Museum
of Art
$390.60
*Bring bag lunch or money for food
On-Campus
10:00
12:00
12:45
2:40
Bridge Building
Lunch
Are You Smarter than a
TCS Teacher?
Homeroom
$377.58
MS February Activities
DATE Activity TCS$ Things to bring
Friday
2/6
Off Campus
The Southern Museum of Civil
War and Locomotive History
$215.76 All students going off campus must bring a
sack lunch unless
pre-ordered through the lunch program.
There will not be microwaves.
Friday
2/6
On Campus
Harry Potter Day $210.80
Friday
2/6
Academics
Academics $223.20 Academic Materials
*Remember to bring an independent reading
book if you complete your work early.
2/13 All School
Teacher Work Day-
NO SCHOOL
2/16 All School
Presidents’ Day Holiday-
NO SCHOOL
Friday
2/20
Off Campus
Tellus Science Museum $377.58 All students going off campus must bring a
sack lunch unless
pre-ordered through the lunch program.
There will not be microwaves.
Friday
2/20
On Campus
Paint Day $368.90
Friday
2/20
Academics $390.60 Academic Materials
*Remember to bring an independent reading
book if you complete your work early.
Tuesday
2/24
Savings Trip
Tennessee Aquarium $806.95 from
TCS Savings Please see WP flyer for additional
information.
Friday
2/27
Clubs $210.80 Club Materials
Friday
2/27
Academics $223.20 Academic Materials
*Remember to bring an independent reading
book if you complete your work early.
Student Name: ____________________________
Parent’s Signature ________________________________
We will be traveling to Chattanooga, Tennessee to
visit the Aquarium and the IMAX Theater.
Students must have $806.95 in their TCS savings
account, plus turn in $10 cash to Lauren and be in
good level standing in order to attend. You will
need to bring a sack lunch or money to purchase
lunch. We will return to campus by 5:30 PM.
TIME: 7:30AM-5:30PM
DATE: TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2015
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CONTACT PERSON: LAUREN ENGLISH
678-250-5124
My student will be picked up at 5:30 by:
___________________________________
____ Will bring lunch
____ Will bring money
DATE TIME Activity TCS$ Things to bring/U.S. $
Friday
2/6
Afternoon Clubs Bring Needed Club Materials
Saturday
2/7
Saturday School For students owing attendance
hours
Your planner, notebooks, textbooks, lunches
and a change of clothing for PM work detail
Thursday
2/12
Academics
8:15
10:00
12:00
12:45
2:40
Levels
Academics
Lunch
Academics
Homeroom
$403.62
Academic material to complete work and
spare reading
materials, if you will be in academics
all day!
Off-
Campus
10:00-
2:00
The Cooler 10:00 – 12:00 Skating on Ice
12:00 – 2:00 Basketball
Court
$390.60
Fully enclosed athletic shoes
and socks *Bring a bag lunch or money for food
On-Campus
10:00
12:00
12:45
2:40
Valentine’s Day Cards
Lunch
Volleyball
Homeroom
$377.58 Appropriate jeans or shorts to change into
with TCS spirit shirt
Friday
2/13
Teacher Work Day
First Marking Period Grades / Comments
Monday
2/16
Presidents’ Day No School – Federal Holiday
Friday
2/20
Afternoon Clubs Bring Needed Club Materials
“Reward
Off
Campus”
Thursday
2/26
6:30
pm
8:00
pm
to
6:00
am
7:00
am
Bus Departs Campus
Escalade Lock In Night of repelling and rock
climbing fun
Pick Up at I Building
*Students Excused from Fri
$341.78
*Pizza Supper Provided
*Bring additional food items and beverage
*See following page for eligibility
Academics
Friday
2/27
8:15
10:00
12:00
12:45
2:40
Levels
Academics
Lunch
Academics
Homeroom
$353.17
Academic material to complete work and
spare reading
materials, if you will be in academics
all day!
HS Activities for February
(Continued)
Off-
Campus Friday
2/27
10:00-
2:00
Kennesaw
National
Battlefield Park *Hike Kennesaw Mountain
*Museum – Atlanta Campaign
*View The Battle of Kennesaw
Film
$341.78
Fully enclosed shoes *change into athletic pants or shorts with
a Spirit Shirt *Bring a sack lunch and money for snacks /
souvenirs
On-Campus Friday
2/27
10:00
12:00
12:45
2:40
Name that Tune
Lunch
Improvisational Comedy
Homeroom
$330.38
Appropriate jeans or shorts to change into
with TCS spirit shirt
*Eligibility notes on the Reward Off Campus for Escalade: 18 students will be eligible to place their name in a lottery to win a place on the “Reward” Off Campus
To gain eligibility for the lottery for this “Reward” Off Campus, students must *achieve level 2 or level 3 status
*no academics for the previous two contracting periods *academic work to standard - not on any recovery plans
*no disciplinary slips (yellow or pink) for the contracting period *no hours owed
*citizenship and leadership demonstrated in homeroom *evidence of contributions to the TCS community beyond the school day
*Students must provide a hard copy of the Escalade Waiver and a copy of a parent/ guardian’s Drivers License
A drawing for all interested and eligible students will occur during lunch on Tuesday 2/24 – 18 lucky students will take the Reward Trip to the Escalade Lock In
Participants will meet outside the gym at 6:00pm Thursday, 2/26, they will depart at 6:30! Students will have use of Escalade facility from 8:00pm – 6:00am
A pizza supper will be provided – students may bring other food items and beverages. Students will return to the I Building for pick up by 7:00 am Friday 2/27
Students participating in the Escalade Off Campus will be excused from the traditional payoff the next day!
Senior Ad Order Form (please return this form with Ad submission)
Senior Parents, this is your chance to acknowledge your hardworking senior!
Place an advertisement in the yearbook that will be a permanent tribute to your senior as well as a wonderful surprise when they receive their Yearbook this spring.
Ad Cost: 1/4 Page Ad $ 75.00
Half Page Ad $ 150.00 Vertical or Horizontal Full Page Ad $ 200.00
Submission Guidelines: By: e-mail_______ CD_______ Envelope_______
(Materials will be returned to the parent during the second part of the semester) Just submit photo(s) and your message.
Due to a strict yearbook deadline, all senior ads are due no later than February 20th, 2015!!!
1st Choice Ad Size: _______________________________ (Space is limited and is on a first come first serve basis. We will do our best to accommodate your ad size)
Please circle the template you have chosen and return it with this order form to Ali. If you have further questions, please contact Ali by email: [email protected]
Student Name: Parent Name:
Cash Amount: Credit Card #:
Check # & Amount: Expiration Date:
Credit Amount: Security Code:
Please Circle One:
¼ Page Ad ($75) ½ Page Ad (150$) Full Page Ad (200$)
Please CIRCLE the template of your choice on the second page!
Please CIRCLE the template of your choice!!
Return this with your order form!
Congratulations to the Class of 2015
on their acceptances and scholarship awards to the following
post-secondary programs!
Austin Baker: Andrew College
Asa Branch: Fort Valley State University, Alabama A&M University
Courtney Connell: Kennesaw State University, The University of Alabama, Columbus State University,
University of North Georgia & Georgia Southern University.
Will Hall: University of West Georgia, University of Mississippi- $6,000 scholarship, Louisiana State
University, Georgia Southern University, University of Alabama, Valdosta State University & Auburn
University
Zak Kitzler: Hood College- $60,000 Scholarship, Young Harris University- $52,000 scholarship & Eckerd
College- $68,000 Scholarship
Alex Lee: Southern Polytechnic State University, Reinhardt University & Wingate University- $64,000
presidential scholarship
Noel Mace: Kennesaw State University Academy for Inclusive Learning
Ethan Menaker: Kennesaw State University, Elon University, George Mason University- $32,000
Scholarship, High Point University- $40,000 Scholarship
KJ Powell: Piedmont College- $36,000 Piedmont Pride Scholarship & $2,800 Georgia Tuition Grant
Kyle Simon: KSU Academy for Inclusive Learning
Noah Storm: Green Mountain College & Colorado Mountain College
Joseph Thompson: Capstone Program
Victoria Wood: Coastal College of Georgia