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Rain and cold weather is coming. And when it does, we will still have recess
outside. Dress your scholars in weather appropriate clothing for the outdoors.
If possible, pack extra clothes in your student’s backpack. We do not have a
lot of extra clothing in the Health Room.
Cold and Wet Weather
SEXUAL HEALTH FAMILY PREVIEW NIGHT
In Federal Way Public Schools we believe that informing scholars empowers
them to make healthy choices! Washington state law requires that students in
fifth through twelfth grade learn about HIV transmission and prevention each
year. Parents and guardians have the opportunity to preview the curriculum
used at each grade level, and to opt their child out of these lessons if they
choose. Grade 5-8 parents are invited to HIV and Sexual Health Curriculum
Information Sessions on March 31, 2020. The sessions are located at the
Educational Service Center, 33330 8th Ave. S. Federal Way, room 104 from
6:30–7:30 p.m.
www.fwps.org/cam
From the Principal:
Camelot—DRAWBRIDGE
Andre Koch, Principal (253) 945-2504 Lindy Lothian, Secretary (253) 945-2502
Federal Way Public Schools
December 2019
Attendance email: [email protected]
4041 S. 298th Street, Auburn, WA 98001—(253) 945-2500
Maureen Nunley, Office Manager (253) 945-2501
Hello Camelot Families,
This is a great time of year at Camelot. There is so much excitement in the student's eyes. Maybe it is knowing that there will soon be two weeks off? Perhaps it is the season of giving? Perhaps the hope of snow? As we get into the colder season, remember to send your students to school prepared for the weather, whatever it takes to keep them warm and dry as each day we do go outside.
• We recommend that students arrive at school no earlier than 8:15 for supervision purposes.
• Children should arrive at school dressed for the weather of the day so they can safely and comfortably enjoy recesses.
• Students will remain inside in extreme weather conditions such as very cold temperatures, heavy rain, unhealthy air conditions.
• Please be considerate and safety conscious as you drop off and pick up students at school. The winter months see an increase in the number of cars. Remember to follow the queue of cars waiting. We pick up by the flag poll. Please do not park in the bus loading area.
In the event of a significant weather event, the district will communicate with families using phone numbers and emails that are updated in ParentVue. Pay attention to our local news stations as well.
Lastly, I will leave you with a celebration. In the 2018-2019 school year, Camelot achieved higher than schools with similar demographics in both ELA and math. We will be receiving the Setting the Pace Award at a school board meeting this month. Thank you for sending your scholars to school every day ready to learn. Your partnership is critical.
All the best,
Andre Koch Principal Camelot Elementary
13th Coffee with Koch
8:45am
18th Early Dismissal
1:35pm
20th Spirit Day-Pajama
Day
20th Holiday Sing-A-Long
12:50pm
Dec 23-Jan 3rd Winter Break
Jan 10th HCP Referral
Window Closes
Jan 16th Camelot PTA EMP
Night 6:00pm-
8:00pm
Jan 17th MLK Assembly
2:20pm
Jan 20th No School-
MLK Day
Jan 21st-22nd Jester Show Tryouts
3:15pm-5:00pm
Jan 23rd Multicultural Night
6:00pm-7:00pm
Jan 28th Camelot PTA
Meeting
EACH SCHOLAR: A VOICE A DREAM A BRIGHT FUTURE
CAMELOT ELEMENTARY
December 18th, January 15th and
29th, February 12th and 26th, March
11th and 25th, April 15th and 29th,
May 6th and 20th,and June 3th
Mark your Calendar for Early
Release Days!! School is
dismissed at 1:35pm.
Remaining Early
Release Days for 2019-
2020
Dates to Remember
Birthday Celebrations
New this year- all scholar birthdays will
be non-food celebrations. Please
contact classroom teachers for
birthday celebration information.
EACH SCHOLAR: A VOICE A DREAM A BRIGHT FUTURE
CAMELOT ELEMENTARY
A grade is the ultimate form of feedback to a student and it must be accurate. As a result, Federal Way Public Schools (FWPS) is working diligently to ensure every scholar’s grade is accurate.
We have important information to share with you about the new principles of grading and report cards, and enhanced communication to ensure greater transparency and partnership with families. We also would like you to attend one of the forums to provide valuable feedback.
• February 5, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm at Todd Beamer High School, 35999 16th Avenue S., Federal Way 98003
• April 22, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm at the Educational Service Center, 33330 8th Ave S.
Federal Way 98003 Light refreshments will be provided. Spanish, Korean, Russian, Ukrainian and Somali interpreters will also be available.
If you have questions about SBGR in FWPS, contact us at (253) 945-2126 or visit www.fwps.org/SBGR.
Join us! Standards-Based Grading and Reporting Family
Forum
EACH SCHOLAR: A VOICE A DREAM A BRIGHT FUTURE
CAMELOT ELEMENTARY
Camelot recognizes students for having perfect attendance (with occasional tardies and early
releases). Below are the names of students with perfect attendance for September. If your student is
not on this list, encourage them to come to school on time every day. If your student will be absent
or tardy, please call Mrs. Lothian at 253-945-2502. If there is a hardship, please contact Ms.
Curran—Family Liaison at 253-945-2517 or Mrs. Bryant—Counselor at 253-945-2508 for support.
Attendance Matters, Every Day Counts!
Borg Nelson Whitford Clough Doyal Serhan
Daniel Aria Michael Hailey Elizabeth Jayden
Ryland Neveah Maxwell Brody Emily David
Isaac Arielah Ikaika Adrianna Shia Zayna
Porter Omer Ignacio Joy Jaiden Esteban
Tiason Rakeb Christof Ankayla Lucas Elizabeth
Jason Mak Micheal J. Lydia Israel Ryan
Abram Mason Kamryn Melanie Lily Atharv
Zachariah Juliana Alyona Calvin Audrie Abhijot
Waterman Jocelyn Joseph Ahmad Emma Elsie
Alina Carter Delany Williams Winniford Olivia
Eric Yatziry Ava-Marie Joshua Jorge Fulwiler
Ilya Mireille Payton Shabach Simon Marcus
Diana Dominick Smith Heidi Santiago Kaylynn
Archer Alexander Madeleine Raeid Ella Favor
Mariyah Brian Joey Noah Emma Gabriella
Mercedes Victoria Norah Anayah Haruni Albade
Antony Nathaniel Brooke Krischana Riley Maya
Maya Samuel Payton Charlotte Nicholas Alan
Angel Austin Hudson Anatoliy Sofiia Aubree
Lewis Abigail Thomas Powell Kingston
Archer Jordan Mason Kidus Ashton
Jacob Kamden Ezron Yu Garrett
Darwin Alexander Alexa Lilliana
Michael John Alexis
Diondre Robyn Shadan
Marina Samuel
Three reminders from Ms. Beck:
1. The Camelot Honor Choir will be performing as a part of Multicultural Night on January 23
rd! Please come and celebrate music and diversity at Camelot.
2. The Winter Sing-A-Long Assembly will be on December 20th from 12:50 to 1:30.
Families are welcome to come and sing winter songs with the Camelot scholars!
3. The Jester Show is an annual event at Camelot and gives scholars a chance to show their talents. If your scholar likes to sing, play an instrument, dance, tell jokes, do magic tricks, or has other talents, they can sign up to try out for the Jester Show. Sign ups will be available after winter break for auditions on January 21
st and 22
nd after school. A lot of scholars try out and not everyone will make it,
so please encourage your scholars to begin practicing now. There will be two performances: February 6
th will be the evening performance beginning at 6:30
p.m. and Friday, February 7th there will be a performance at 1:30 p.m. This is
such an exciting event and everyone that is interested is encouraged to try out!
EACH SCHOLAR: A VOICE A DREAM A BRIGHT FUTURE
CAMELOT ELEMENTARY
The Specialists’ Corner
Parents, I have children’s books for you to check out in my office (Chamber B). Students may not check out a book without a parent present. . Please call me at 253-945-2507 and we can set up a time for you and your child.
Any 5th grader who needs financial help purchasing a yearbook please see Ms.Curran.
Camelot has a backpack program that can help provide food to take home for scholars every Friday.
Shannon Curran
Family Liaison – Camelot Elementary
253-945-2507 Office
253-205-4646 Cell
Notes from your Family Liaison:
EACH SCHOLAR: A VOICE A DREAM A BRIGHT FUTURE
CAMELOT ELEMENTARY
Happy December Camelot Families!
Save the Date:
January PTA Meeting - January 28th - 4pm
Experience Music Project - January 16th
Neon Dance - February 21st
2019 Carnival - Raffle and Auction: Friday, June 5th
Raffle:
In preparation for our biggest fundraiser for Camelot, please consider partnering with your child’s teacher to prepare a class raffle basket. As you are shopping for deals over the holidays, please be thinking how you might contribute to your class basket. Talk with your teacher about your theme or if your family would be interested in preparing a raffle basket please email [email protected]
Silent Auction:
Disneyland Tickets have arrived! We are looking for corporate donations for our annual Silent Auction. If you have a connection with a possible donor or would be interested in helping please let us know!
Every Friday = Popcorn + Cookies @ 8:15-8:30 AM • Just a reminder… every Friday you can send $1.00 (or more) to school and your student(s) can purchase two fresh baked chocolate chip cookies ($1.00) or a bag of popcorn ($1.00), hand delivered to their classroom. Want to volunteer to make popcorn and deliver it to your student’s classroom? It’s so fun! No popcorn or cookie sales 12/13 or 12/20.
Available to volunteer? Interested in helping with a specific area? We always need help! You can drop us a note at the front office (just mark it for PTA), find us on Facebook, or email us ([email protected]).
Camelot PTA News
EACH SCHOLAR: A VOICE A DREAM A BRIGHT FUTURE
CAMELOT ELEMENTARY
We are excited to kick off the fourth year scholars can enter to win the
chance to learn to play chess with Superintendent Dr. Tammy Campbell and
receive a chessboard! Research shows chess can enhance one's ability to
think critically and problem solve.
Fill out the form found in the school main office and turn it into the office
manager by the 15th of each month. You can also submit the form
electronically on the district website here:
www.fwps.org/ChessWithSupt
Dr. Campbell will randomly draw scholar names and contact the winners. All
scholars have the opportunity to enter. Limit one entry per scholar per month.
Highly Capable Program Referral Window
Now Open
Calling all scholars!
The FWPS Highly Capable program provides services to scholars who are
designated as highly capable learners, typically in math and/or English Language
Arts (ELA).
If a scholar is designated as a highly capable learner, they will receive
specialized instruction and support to meet their needs.
FWPS staff, families, community members and scholars may refer a K-11
scholar for consideration during Dec. 2, 2019-Jan. 10, 2020 for the 2020–21
school year.
For more information, and to download the referral form visit: www.fwps.org/Page/386
