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CARDINAL TWEETS March 2016
A Newsletter Dedicated to the Savoy Elementary Family
What’s Happening in March Tuesday, March 1st—6th Grade Cheer Clinic 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 2nd—Texas Independence Day, Wear Red, White and Blue Thursday, March 3rd—Report Cards Go Home Friday, March 4th—4th Six Weeks Awards Ceremony @ 8:05 a.m.; Cowboy/Cowgirl Day; Early Release @12:45 p.m. March 7th-11th—Spring Break!!! Sunday, March 13th—Daylight Savings Time—Don’t forget to move your clocks forward Thursday, March 17th—St. Patrick’s Day Tuesday, March 22nd—Talent show at High School—6:00 p.m. Contact Mrs. Procell for details Friday, March 25th—No School for Good Friday Sunday, March 27th—Easter Tuesday, March 29th—4th Grade Writing STAAR; 5th Grade Math STAAR Wednesday, March 30th—5th Grade Reading STAAR
Character Education Word of the Month Perseverance (n.) to continue trying to do something even though it is difficult
Mrs. Sweet’s Kindergarten Class Celebrates the 100th Day of School One School, One Family, One Goal
16-17 Pre-K Enrollment Open Pre-Kindergarten registration forms are ready. Please come by and pick up the papers for your child to attend Pre-K for the 2016-2017 school year. If your child will be four (4) years old on or before September 1st, 2016, he/she is ready for school. Enrollment for transfers is based on availability of space. Students living in the district will receive priority for enrollment. If space is available, transfers will be accepted in the order in which your paperwork is received. Transfers will be notified of acceptance on or after August 18, 2016. The forms are located in the elementary school office. You may come Monday – Friday 8:00 to 3:00 p.m. Please pick up the forms as soon as possible and get your child enrolled.
Savoy Elementary STUCO Sells Carnations
STAAR Testing March 29th
The Savoy Elementary Student Council (STUCO) recently held a fundraiser selling carnations for Valentine’s Day. Carnations were $1.00 each and were delivered by the STUCO members to each of the classrooms throughout the day on Friday, February 12th. This year, the STUCO sold and delivered 282 carnations. The Elementary STUCO is made up of two elected representatives from the 4th, 5th and 6th grades. Sponsors for this year’s STUCO are Mrs. Green, Mrs. Rolen and Mrs. Dugger.
4th Writing 5th Math
March 30th 5th Reading
May 9th 3rd Math 4th Math 6th Math
May 10th 3rd Reading 4th Reading Front Row: 4th Grade STUCO Representatives—Maddie Clark, Levi Bradshaw Back Row: 5th Grade STUCO Representatives—Jacob Lawson, Harley Heath; 6th Grade STUCO Representatives—Jason Reynolds, Brylie Leach
6th Reading
May 11th The name Texas came from the Caddo Indian word 'tayshas' meaning “friends” or “allies”. The Spanish pronounced it as 'tejas' and the English settlers pronounced it as Texas. One School, One Family, One Goal
5th Science
Five Spring Break Family Day Trips If you are looking for something to do with your children over spring break but don’t want to have to break the bank, check out these destinations. All can be done in a day trip. 1. Galaxy Drive-in Movie Theater—Watch two movies for one price just like the good old days. Adult ticket prices are $7.00 and kids are $3.00. All tickets are good for two screenings of Hollywood’s latest hits. Currently showing for kids is a double feature made up of Kung Fu Panda 3 and Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Trip. For more information go to www.galaxydriveintheater.com 2. Grapevine Sea Life Aquarium—Check out all of the creatures of the sea including sharks, clownfish, octopus and much more at the Sea Life Aquarium. Once you’re done, enjoy some shopping at the Grapevine Mills Mall. 3. Dr. Pepper Museum/Texas Rangers Museum—If you’re heading South over the break, make a stop off in Waco, TX. This town is not only home to the Baylor Bears, but also is keeper to the history of the greatest law enforcement group in the world, the Texas Rangers. You will find a variety of items unique to the Texas Rangers’ lore and the Old West. Admission is $7.00 for adults and $3.00 for students. Once you are done learning about the Rangers contributions to this great state, slide over to the Dr. Pepper museum. Texas is the official home of Dr. Pepper. At the museum you will find a wide range of items, including bottles, machines and other memorabilla. Admission for adults is $7.00 and children is $5.00. 4. Fort Worth Stockyards—Check out all of the shops and attractions in downtown Fort Worth. Once you’re done, head over to Exchange Avenue to watch the Stockyard Cowboys and Cowgirls drive a herd of Longhorn cattle down the street. The cattle drive is completely free and can be seen at either 11:30 a.m. or 4:00 p.m. daily. 5. Sam Rayburn House—Just a short drive from home in Bonham, you will find the Sam Rayburn House. This is home to former Speaker of the House and Bonham native, Sam Rayburn. Inside the home, you will find a variety of information reflecting Rayburn’s personal life as well as his political accomplishments. Admission is $4.00 for adults and $3.00 for students. Children under five are free.
3rd Grade Chinese New Year’s Parade
6th Grade students at Jr. Beta Convention
One School, One Family, One Goal
Texas State Symbols Amphibian Texas Toad Bird Mockingbird Flower Bluebonnet Fruit Grapefruit Gem Blue Topaz Hat Cowboy Hat
Horse Quarter Horse
Top Left: The Burnet Flag; Middle Left: The Texas Flag Today; Right: The San Jacinto Monument
5 Facts on how Texas Began Macy Walker, Houston Chronicle
Texas Independence Day celebrates the declaration to become a sovereign republic, free from rule by Mexico. The territory existed as the Republic of Texas until 1845, when it was annexed by the United States as the 28th state.
The Burnet Flag was the first flag of the Republic of Texas, proposed by thenPresident David G. Burnet as a blue flag with a single gold star and adopted in 1836, according to the state library. The current state flag was created in 1839.
The original, hand-written Texas Declaration of Independence was taken by William H. Wharton to the U.S. State Department in Washington, D.C., after it was signed, according to the Texas General Land Office Archives. That document was returned to Texas in 1896. What you see on display in the state Capitol is a reproduction.
Current Enrollment
Of the 59 who signed the Texas Declaration of Independence, only two -Jose Francisco Ruiz and Jose Antonio Navarro - were native Texans, according to the Star of the Republic Museum.
167 Students (+14)
The San Jacinto Monument, on Houston's Ship Channel in La Porte, marks the site where Gen. Sam Houston and his troops defeated Santa Anna and won Texas' freedom from Mexico on April 21, 1836. That historic site now draws more than 250,000 visitors a year.
Large Mammal Longhorn Instrument Guitar Tree Pecan
One School, One Family, One Goal
A Newsletter Dedicated to the Savoy Elementary Family
What’s Happening in March Tuesday, March 1st—6th Grade Cheer Clinic 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 2nd—Texas Independence Day, Wear Red, White and Blue Thursday, March 3rd—Report Cards Go Home Friday, March 4th—4th Six Weeks Awards Ceremony @ 8:05 a.m.; Cowboy/Cowgirl Day; Early Release @12:45 p.m. March 7th-11th—Spring Break!!! Sunday, March 13th—Daylight Savings Time—Don’t forget to move your clocks forward Thursday, March 17th—St. Patrick’s Day Tuesday, March 22nd—Talent show at High School—6:00 p.m. Contact Mrs. Procell for details Friday, March 25th—No School for Good Friday Sunday, March 27th—Easter Tuesday, March 29th—4th Grade Writing STAAR; 5th Grade Math STAAR Wednesday, March 30th—5th Grade Reading STAAR
Character Education Word of the Month Perseverance (n.) to continue trying to do something even though it is difficult
Mrs. Sweet’s Kindergarten Class Celebrates the 100th Day of School One School, One Family, One Goal
16-17 Pre-K Enrollment Open Pre-Kindergarten registration forms are ready. Please come by and pick up the papers for your child to attend Pre-K for the 2016-2017 school year. If your child will be four (4) years old on or before September 1st, 2016, he/she is ready for school. Enrollment for transfers is based on availability of space. Students living in the district will receive priority for enrollment. If space is available, transfers will be accepted in the order in which your paperwork is received. Transfers will be notified of acceptance on or after August 18, 2016. The forms are located in the elementary school office. You may come Monday – Friday 8:00 to 3:00 p.m. Please pick up the forms as soon as possible and get your child enrolled.
Savoy Elementary STUCO Sells Carnations
STAAR Testing March 29th
The Savoy Elementary Student Council (STUCO) recently held a fundraiser selling carnations for Valentine’s Day. Carnations were $1.00 each and were delivered by the STUCO members to each of the classrooms throughout the day on Friday, February 12th. This year, the STUCO sold and delivered 282 carnations. The Elementary STUCO is made up of two elected representatives from the 4th, 5th and 6th grades. Sponsors for this year’s STUCO are Mrs. Green, Mrs. Rolen and Mrs. Dugger.
4th Writing 5th Math
March 30th 5th Reading
May 9th 3rd Math 4th Math 6th Math
May 10th 3rd Reading 4th Reading Front Row: 4th Grade STUCO Representatives—Maddie Clark, Levi Bradshaw Back Row: 5th Grade STUCO Representatives—Jacob Lawson, Harley Heath; 6th Grade STUCO Representatives—Jason Reynolds, Brylie Leach
6th Reading
May 11th The name Texas came from the Caddo Indian word 'tayshas' meaning “friends” or “allies”. The Spanish pronounced it as 'tejas' and the English settlers pronounced it as Texas. One School, One Family, One Goal
5th Science
Five Spring Break Family Day Trips If you are looking for something to do with your children over spring break but don’t want to have to break the bank, check out these destinations. All can be done in a day trip. 1. Galaxy Drive-in Movie Theater—Watch two movies for one price just like the good old days. Adult ticket prices are $7.00 and kids are $3.00. All tickets are good for two screenings of Hollywood’s latest hits. Currently showing for kids is a double feature made up of Kung Fu Panda 3 and Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Trip. For more information go to www.galaxydriveintheater.com 2. Grapevine Sea Life Aquarium—Check out all of the creatures of the sea including sharks, clownfish, octopus and much more at the Sea Life Aquarium. Once you’re done, enjoy some shopping at the Grapevine Mills Mall. 3. Dr. Pepper Museum/Texas Rangers Museum—If you’re heading South over the break, make a stop off in Waco, TX. This town is not only home to the Baylor Bears, but also is keeper to the history of the greatest law enforcement group in the world, the Texas Rangers. You will find a variety of items unique to the Texas Rangers’ lore and the Old West. Admission is $7.00 for adults and $3.00 for students. Once you are done learning about the Rangers contributions to this great state, slide over to the Dr. Pepper museum. Texas is the official home of Dr. Pepper. At the museum you will find a wide range of items, including bottles, machines and other memorabilla. Admission for adults is $7.00 and children is $5.00. 4. Fort Worth Stockyards—Check out all of the shops and attractions in downtown Fort Worth. Once you’re done, head over to Exchange Avenue to watch the Stockyard Cowboys and Cowgirls drive a herd of Longhorn cattle down the street. The cattle drive is completely free and can be seen at either 11:30 a.m. or 4:00 p.m. daily. 5. Sam Rayburn House—Just a short drive from home in Bonham, you will find the Sam Rayburn House. This is home to former Speaker of the House and Bonham native, Sam Rayburn. Inside the home, you will find a variety of information reflecting Rayburn’s personal life as well as his political accomplishments. Admission is $4.00 for adults and $3.00 for students. Children under five are free.
3rd Grade Chinese New Year’s Parade
6th Grade students at Jr. Beta Convention
One School, One Family, One Goal
Texas State Symbols Amphibian Texas Toad Bird Mockingbird Flower Bluebonnet Fruit Grapefruit Gem Blue Topaz Hat Cowboy Hat
Horse Quarter Horse
Top Left: The Burnet Flag; Middle Left: The Texas Flag Today; Right: The San Jacinto Monument
5 Facts on how Texas Began Macy Walker, Houston Chronicle
Texas Independence Day celebrates the declaration to become a sovereign republic, free from rule by Mexico. The territory existed as the Republic of Texas until 1845, when it was annexed by the United States as the 28th state.
The Burnet Flag was the first flag of the Republic of Texas, proposed by thenPresident David G. Burnet as a blue flag with a single gold star and adopted in 1836, according to the state library. The current state flag was created in 1839.
The original, hand-written Texas Declaration of Independence was taken by William H. Wharton to the U.S. State Department in Washington, D.C., after it was signed, according to the Texas General Land Office Archives. That document was returned to Texas in 1896. What you see on display in the state Capitol is a reproduction.
Current Enrollment
Of the 59 who signed the Texas Declaration of Independence, only two -Jose Francisco Ruiz and Jose Antonio Navarro - were native Texans, according to the Star of the Republic Museum.
167 Students (+14)
The San Jacinto Monument, on Houston's Ship Channel in La Porte, marks the site where Gen. Sam Houston and his troops defeated Santa Anna and won Texas' freedom from Mexico on April 21, 1836. That historic site now draws more than 250,000 visitors a year.
Large Mammal Longhorn Instrument Guitar Tree Pecan
One School, One Family, One Goal
