Issue #10 I 2.17.2023

IN THIS ISSUE...

A NOTE FROM THE PRINCIPALS'S OFFICE
PTA NEWS
PPS, CHAPMAN & DISTRICT REMINDERS
WINTER FEST - SYNOPSIS TO FOLLOW
WIZARD OF OZ - CHAPMAN MUSICAL
DINING FOR DOLLARS
TEACHER SPOTLIGHT
GIRLS ON THE RUN
FRIENDLY HOUSE SPRING AUCTION
STEAM NIGHT
HILLSIDE SOCCER + GEAR
LINCOLN YOUTH BASEBALL
IMPORTANT LINKS

A NOTE FROM ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL CORONA

Hello Chapman Families,

We are 2 weeks into February and it feels as if the month is almost over. I always feel like spring is around the corner and yet we are still expecting at least another month of cold mornings. With that said, please remember to send your children to school with a thick coat. And of course, do remind them to bring it back home with them. We are having to pick up coats every day from the playground and turf that were left out all day. Teachers will keep encouraging but it does not hurt to check the Lost and Found as they walk by. We will bring those racks out for parents next Friday. We already have a huge collection.

On another note about February, Chapman staff decided to focus on kindness and friendship this month, what a surprise. What that means is that both teachers and counselors are focusing their social-emotional lessons on building community and kindness for one another. Please ask your children what kind gesture they did at school. It helps when you give them ideas. I am sure they are all doing something that is nice for a classmate, but they may not even be aware of the impact a kind gesture has on other people. Adults will also be noticing children being kind and good friends and we will be giving out Swift Tickets to go in a mini-chimney for an end-of-the-month extra recess or classroom pj party.

On the attendance front, Chapman as a school is at 91% for the past month and trending up. Good job sending your children to school everyday on time and ready to learn! On the class count, this 2 week period that class with the best attendance was Mr. Schreib’s in 5th grade!

We are currently taking the Successful Schools Survey with students from 3rd, 4th and 5th grade. Teachers are taking it on their own and parents should have received an email from the district with a link to the survey. Please do take the time to answer these questions as they guide some of our work in regards to creating a safe and equitable learning environment for your children. If you have not received this link, do reach out to me for more information at gcorona@pps.net.

Thank you and have a wonderful 4 day weekend!

NEWS FROM THE PTA

The Next PTA Meeting is March 9th at 6pm!
- Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4876304828

PPS DISTRICT DATES AND REMINDERS:

FEBRUARY 17TH: TEACHER PROFESSIONAL DAY - NO SCHOOL
FEBRUARY 20TH: PRESIDENTS DAY - NO SCHOOL
MARCH 27TH - MARCH 31ST: PPS SPRING BREAK

UPCOMING CHAPMAN DATES & REMINDERS:

FEBRUARY 28TH: DINING FOR DOLLARS - HOSTEL CAFE
MARCH 23RD: THE SPAGHETTI-TOGETHER, A FREE Chapman Community Dinner - NEW DATE
JUNE 8TH: SAVE THE DATE FOR THE SPRING MUSICAL PRODUCTION OF THE WIZARD OF OZ!

FOR MORE INFO:

February 2023 Breakfast Menu

February 2023 Lunch Menu

PPS District Calendar 2022-2023 School Year

A HUGE THANK YOU TO THOSE WHO VOLUNTEERED AND ATTENDED!

A fun recap and summary of winners will be included in the next issue of the Chimney Flyer - please stay tuned!

THE WIZARD OF OZ!

JOIN US FOR OUR 2023

SPRING MUSICAL PRODUCTION OF THE WIZARD OF OZ!

JUNE 6TH, 2023 at 6:30pm

Spring Musical Production

On Thursday, June 8th at 6:30 p.m., students from the 4th & 5th grade chorus will perform “The Wizard of Oz.” We are so excited to bring back the annual Spring Musical; something Chapman Elementary has been presenting for many decades.

All 4th& 5th grade chorus students are invited to participate in this musical as a member of the “company.” The company musical numbers will be taught during lunch recess each Wednesday and Thursday. (Please note, interested 4th & 5th grade students who want to participate in chorus (and the musical) should plan to attend chorus rehearsals starting Wednesday, Feb. 15th. The chorus meets in the music room every Wednesday and Thursday during lunch recess.)

Fourth and fifth grade chorus students wanting a principal part will have the opportunity to audition. Auditions are tentatively scheduled for Thursday, April 6th and Friday, April 7th. Watch this space for more specific information about the auditions.

Finally, we need more than a yellow brick road to get to our Emerald City. I am clicking my heels and saying, “We need volunteers … we need volunteers … we need volunteers.” So, if you are interested, please contact Reed Clark (music teacher). The only qualifications required are a brain, a heart, a bit of courage and a lot of love. Thank you in advance for helping us on our journey through the land of Oz.

$ DINING FOR DOLLARS $

Join us for our next Chapman Dining for Dollar$ at the Hostel Cafe on Tuesday February 28th. Hostel Cafe will donate 15% of proceeds from the day to Chapman, so grab some coffee and a pastry in the morning, meet a friend for lunch, or get there for some music and dinner on that Tuesday night. Hostel Cafe will be having live family music from 5pm to 6pm AND our very own MR. MELLING will be playing for all of us, starting at 6:15!

And a huge thank you to all the families that joined us at Breakside for our first Dining for Dollar$ of 2023!

LET'S GET TO KNOW ....

MR. CLARK (MUSIC TEACHER)!

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE FOOD?

Since I was born in the South, dare I say fried chicken and biscuits.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT BEING A CHAPMAN TEACHER?

Two things: One is being part of a dedicated community of educators & families; and the second is making music with the students.

YOUR FAVORITE THING TO DO WHEN NOT TEACHING?

Creating memories with family and friends and playing with our dog, Monty.

GIRLS ON THE RUN

Girls on the Run is back for spring season! Now's the time to register your 3rd-5th grade girl for an awesome season of movement, community, friendship and learning. Girls on the Run has fun, evidence-based programs that inspire all girls to build their confidence, kindness and decision making skills. Dynamic lessons instill valuable life skills including the important connection between physical and emotional health.

Sessions are Tuesdays and Thursdays in Wallace Park from 4:30-6pm and the season starts March 6th, 2023. Check out this link for more information and to register your girl: Register Here

For questions, feel free to contact Devon Healey at devonhealey@gmail.com.