A Springtime Message From Principal Kate Barker!
Dear Parents,
We are excited as we head into Spring at Cherry Park. Thank you for coming to conferences! Our school had 94% attendance rate. As you heard, the children are making significant progress and are growing physically, academically, socially and emotionally. They are on their way for being well prepared for their next grade level. Thanks so much for all the parents who have helped to support their children’s goals.
We want to remind you the importance of regular attendance. We know that several nasty viruses have been floating around, but just as soon as your children are well we want them back to school. Those children who have consistent attendance are making greater gains both academically and socially. Check out the great information on our attendance video.
Cherry Park has several fun springtime activities planned. Please check our newsletter for information regarding our upcoming events.
*May 2nd: Fifth Grade Forecasting
*May 3rd: 3rd and 4th grade music performance
*May 3rd: TAG Fair
*May 7th-11th: Teacher Appreciation Week
*May 8th: 5:30 PM Multi-Cultural Potluck
*May 15th at 6:30 PM: Floyd Light Parent Night for 5th grade parents
*June 12th: Talent Show at 1:30
*June 14th: Awards Ceremony (9:30- 4th/5th and 1:30 K/2nd) & Last Day Of School!
Thank you for being partners in your child’s education! I hope we’ll see you soon!
Warmly,
Kate Barker
Principal
Principal's Message
Principal Kate BarkerDear Cherry Park Families,
My name is Kate Barker and I am the proud principal of Cherry Park. I have taught and been a principal in the David Douglas School District for 21 years. I have been a principal in three different buildings for the past eight years. Before being a principal I taught fourth and fifth grade at Cherry Park and was the district Language Arts coordinator for the district. When not at school, I like to hang out at the beach and Black Butte with my family, golf, and go to my children’s sporting events. I love being the principal of such a wonderful school community! Feel free to email if you have any questions about our school: Kate_Barker@ddouglas.k12.or.us
What's Happening At Cherry Park?
Stay up-to-date on all the Cherry Park news and upcoming events with the Charger Chatter! Coming home in your child's backpack every other Wednesday, this newsletter is full of important information, ideas, dates to look forward to, and more. It is also available here on Cherry Park's web page, so check it out!
School Supplies
All students are required to bring $25.00 to pay for their school supplies. Teachers will be collecting the fees starting the first week of school. Students should not buy their own school supplies. Teachers will be using the money to buy community supplies. Thank you for your flexibility with our new system.
A Message from Principal Kate Barker
It is with great sadness that I need to share with you that Angelica Fisher, a student in Mrs. Chantiny's third grade classroom last year, drowned at Cape Lookout on July 4th while playing in the surf. A memorial service was held on Friday, July 8th at the Sunnyside Little Chapel of Chime.
Angelica was a sweet, caring little girl who had an amazing smile and gave great hugs! She will be missed by so many. Please wrap your good thoughts and prayers around the family.
If you would like to make a donation to the family to help cover funeral expenses please see the information below:
Wells Fargo
Acct Number: 8992036593
Name: Artemio Orozco-Guzman
More information:
http://www.oregonlive.com/portland/index.ssf/2011/07/southeast_portland_...
TAG Calendar and Schedule
Attached below is the TAG Calendar and Days of the Week Schedule for the 2011-12 school year. In the calendar, the weeks highlighted in green are the weeks that TAG classes will meet at North Powellhurst.
