Monday, June 14, 2010
Friday, June 4, 2010
How will the oil spill affect our ecosystem? What about the animals?
Recently, the students have asked many questions regarding the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. Thus, we have shared with them an interesting and informative interview with Philippe Cousteau, Discovery Education Chief Spokesperson for Environmental Education and grandson of the Jacques Cousteau. Please ask your child about this video interview.
Monday, May 31, 2010
School's almost out for summer.
Much to the delight of our students, there will not be any more language or math homework sent home this school year. However, the students will be responsible to read and log in a Just-Right-Book for the rest of this week. Details will be sent home soon regarding activities for the last week of school.
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Superintendent’s Star Reader Club: 8th Annual Reading Celebration
All Duval County Public Schools' students who read twenty-five books are eligible to become a member of the Superintendent’s Star Reader Club. The celebration is organized by WJCT, Jacksonville Public Libraries, Chartwells-Thompson and Duval County Public Schools to promote reading in our community.
What: 8th Annual Reading Celebration
When: Saturday, May 22, 2010 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: Jacksonville's Metropolitan Park
The celebration is designed for all ages to enjoy. The entire family is treated to an “extra special day” full of prizes and storytellers. Metropolitan Park comes to life filled with fun activities sponsored by numerous community organizations that support the importance of reading.
All students must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times.
Monday, March 29, 2010
Author and Illustrator Extraodinaire!
My admission is that I was not, I repeat, not an avid reader as a young child. As I often say to my students, I really disliked - with a capital "DIS" reading. What a boring and mind twisting thing it was. All those rules and sounds and, well you get my drift. Luckily things change as all things must and I grew into what I believe is a curious and eager reader.
Today marked a very exciting moment in my life. I was transformed back to the days of acting like a princess, singing, dancing, leaping and twirling in front of the living room mirror marring the shag rug with my ballet slippers.
Today was different. In awe I listened to Pamela Duncan Edwards, our guest author, share her stories of inspiration, determination and witty tidbits about her childhood that lead her to be a writer.
Today I witnessed Henry Cole, our guest illustrator with an unrivaled sense of humor, create magic with a black marker on a stark sheet of paper.
Today I heard Ms. KK, our beloved librarian, laugh as if she too was transformed back to her childhood. Her eyes glistening from the joy she heard in the sounds of laughter from our students.
Oh how I wish these people were in my life when I was a little girl. I wish that they had planted the seeds of knowledge and curiosity when I was eight years old. I'm sure I would have loved to read sooner.
Thank you for making this day extra special for all of us!
Today marked a very exciting moment in my life. I was transformed back to the days of acting like a princess, singing, dancing, leaping and twirling in front of the living room mirror marring the shag rug with my ballet slippers.
Today was different. In awe I listened to Pamela Duncan Edwards, our guest author, share her stories of inspiration, determination and witty tidbits about her childhood that lead her to be a writer.
Today I witnessed Henry Cole, our guest illustrator with an unrivaled sense of humor, create magic with a black marker on a stark sheet of paper.
Today I heard Ms. KK, our beloved librarian, laugh as if she too was transformed back to her childhood. Her eyes glistening from the joy she heard in the sounds of laughter from our students.
Oh how I wish these people were in my life when I was a little girl. I wish that they had planted the seeds of knowledge and curiosity when I was eight years old. I'm sure I would have loved to read sooner.
Thank you for making this day extra special for all of us!
Monday, March 8, 2010
Special Note From Our Prinicpal
Subject: Community Budget Meeting
The following is a copy of the Principal’s Message from The Connection:
CHETS CREEK NEEDS YOUR HELP!!! If Florida’s legislature proceeds with expected cuts to public school funding in the state we will face the bleakest year financially to date. I have worked aggressively over the past years to maintain funding for teachers and classrooms and have held the overhead expenses for our school to 12.52% of our operating budget. If we don’t get the attention of our representatives now, I may be charged with cutting 20% (a whopping 1 million dollars) from our school’s budget. The impact this could have would be devastating. Each call, letter or email to our legislators counts! Please join me and show your support by attending an important Community Meeting regarding the perilous budget condition we face in public education to be held at Sandalwood High School on Thursday at 6:00 PM. I look forward to seeing everyone there as we stand together to fight for funding for Florida’s schools.
I urge each of you to attend this Thursday’s meeting. We simply must get the attention of the media, the public and our legislators – the proposed cuts this year are significant and will have far reaching effect if we don’t take action now. They have asked that those attending make signs saying “Save Chets Creek” or “Save Duval Schools”. Bring your kids, neighbors, anyone who cares about public education! This community united is a force to be reckoned with!
Susan T. Phillips
Principal
Chets Creek Elementary
The following is a copy of the Principal’s Message from The Connection:
CHETS CREEK NEEDS YOUR HELP!!! If Florida’s legislature proceeds with expected cuts to public school funding in the state we will face the bleakest year financially to date. I have worked aggressively over the past years to maintain funding for teachers and classrooms and have held the overhead expenses for our school to 12.52% of our operating budget. If we don’t get the attention of our representatives now, I may be charged with cutting 20% (a whopping 1 million dollars) from our school’s budget. The impact this could have would be devastating. Each call, letter or email to our legislators counts! Please join me and show your support by attending an important Community Meeting regarding the perilous budget condition we face in public education to be held at Sandalwood High School on Thursday at 6:00 PM. I look forward to seeing everyone there as we stand together to fight for funding for Florida’s schools.
I urge each of you to attend this Thursday’s meeting. We simply must get the attention of the media, the public and our legislators – the proposed cuts this year are significant and will have far reaching effect if we don’t take action now. They have asked that those attending make signs saying “Save Chets Creek” or “Save Duval Schools”. Bring your kids, neighbors, anyone who cares about public education! This community united is a force to be reckoned with!
Susan T. Phillips
Principal
Chets Creek Elementary
Monday, February 1, 2010
Online Gradebook for Parents
This is a great tool that allows parents to see their student's attendance and grades along with progress reports and report cards. Please note, parents must come to the school to get log in information and will need to present a photo identification.
Grade Portal
Grade Portal
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