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Feb. 20, 2020
Weekly Newsletter

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There are many opportunities to lend a hand and support our teachers and staff. Visit our website for upcoming opportunities.


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Yuck Game Show & Spring Book Fair

Our Spring Book Fair is next week, Feb. 24-28!
Every purchase benefits our school so stop by and pick up some new reading material for your child to enjoy!
 
Don't forget to join us on Wednesday, Feb. 26 for The Yuck Game Show - from 6:30-7:30pm!
Shop the book fair from 5:30-6:30pm, then join us in the Cafeteria for the show!
 
Book Fair volunteers are needed. Sign up today!

Glendover/Scottsman Four-Way Stop

Safety is a top priority at Kerr. In order to keep our students, parents, staff, crossing guards and entire community safe, we would like to review the expectations when coming to a four-way stop.
 
Please click and carefully review the document to the right âž¡
 
Thank you for working together and adhering to these four-way stop expectations to ensure our Kerr community stays safe!

The PTA Needs You

We need parents to help Kerr Elementary be the best it can be! Kerr PTA is now accepting nominations for board positions for the 2020-2021 academic school year - make a difference and direct impact by volunteering as a board member. Interest applications are available online. Submission Deadline is Feb 28.

Culture Share Preparations Have Begun

Kerr Elementary's Annual Culture Share will be held March 19, 6-7:30pm. To join the Planning Committee or submit a performance, email membership@kerrcometspta.org.

Spring Picture Day: March 3

Picture Day is coming and we need your help! Volunteers will be needed to assist photographers and teachers throughout the morning. Sign up to volunteer.

Grade Level Shirts are Back in Stock

Has your child outgrown their grade level shirt? Have no fear. We've restocked our Grade Level Shirts, just in time to pick one up before Spring Field Trips.
Order today!  www.kerrcometspta.org

6th Grade: Graduate to Ereckson PTA

Middle school develops independent students and challenges parents to remain connected to their school. Bridge the gap by serving on the Ereckson PTA board. Parent involvement is critical at every stage.
The Ereckson PTA Nominating Committee seeks volunteer leaders for 2020-2021.Interest Form is available now.
Questions?Contact nominations@erecksonpta.org.


Box Tops Spring Contest Ends Tomorrow

Last Call for Box Tops!Our Spring Box Tops Contest ends tomorrow, Feb. 21. The top class from each grade will earn a POPSICLE PARTY!
 
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Is Your Preschooler Ready for Kindergarten?

The Allen Early Childhood PTA is hosting a Kinderngarten Readiness Program 6:30pm on March 2 at the Allen ISD Service Center. Click here for an informational flyer.


The Allen Eagle Run

There's only one week left to register! The Allen Eagle Run will be held Feb. 29 at Eagle Stadium! Register online for $30 until midnight Feb. 27. Enter Kerr Elementary at registration. All proceeds directly fund classroom grants, teacher and student scholarships, Allen PTA programs and campus projects.

Attendance Information - Please Read


A Note from the Principal

We want to thank the PTA for the fun popcorn bar they set up for our teachers and staff last week! We would also like to thank Fuzzy’s for the chips and salsa they donated to appreciate our staff last week. Mr. Kerr’s Birthday is this Friday, Feb. 21. Thank you Mr. Kerr for all you do for us!!


Kerr's Top Dogs

Congratulations to the Kerr Comets recognized last week for demonstrating Kerr PAWS expectations: Prepared to Learn, Always Respectful, Wise Choices and Stay Focused.

Kinder
Alan G. (Browning) - Prepared to Learn
Aubrey Z. (Browning) - Always Respectful
Emma B. (Browning) - Always Respectful

1st
Ilan S. (Coffey) - Wise Choices
Ala L. (Meck) - Wise Choices

2nd
Ethan J. (Wheeler) - Wise Choices
Mathieu (Wheeler) - Wise Choices

3rd
Aidan (Kaseta) - Wise Choices
Dezma (Foote) - Always Respectful

4th
Peyton C. (Dean) - Wise Choices 
Adeeb R. (Dean) - Wise Choices 

5th
 Ryan C. (Dority) - Always Respectful
Christian M. (Dority) - Stay Focused

6th
Finlee J. (Laabs) - Prepared to Learn


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