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News 2011 - 2012

2/1/2012

PTA Meeting & Basketball Game

PTA is sponsoring a basketball game where 5th grade students get to play against faculty.  It will be held on Monday, February 13th @ 6:30 p.m., in the gym.  So, come on out for an exciting evening of fun.

1/30/2012

Jump Rope for Heart Week

Jump Rope for Heart

Chandler Creek Elementary is once again holding our annual Jump Rope for Heart celebration in PE class February 13th - 17th. We are very excited to participate in this event as it is educational and allows students to learn jump rope skills while raising money to fund lifesaving research and educational programs sponsored by the American Heart Association. We encourage the entire school, families, and friends to participate in the event by making contributions. You can easily raise funds online at www.americanheart.org/jump and register to help make a difference. Students should bring back their envelopes and any donations on February 15th to their teachers. We are excited to get started with Jump Rope for Heart and working to meet our school goal of $6,000! If you have any questions about the event, please feel free to contact Kristen Terlitsky (kterlitsky@greenville.k12.sc.us) or Katie Raymond (KRaymond@greenville.k12.sc.us)!

The Energize Guys

Chandler Creek Elementary students enjoyed a lively presentation by the Energizer Guys and learned a lot about energy, conservation and renewable resources.  Pictured are presenters John Wencel and Carin Metzger.  the energy saving kits they showed in the play are available FREE to anyone who requests one! The school with the highest percentage of kits requested will win $1000. They will also do a random drawing of all families who request kits to win $5000. This is an easy way for our school to make some money if the kids will participate.  ANYONE in SC, NC, or OH can request a kit and name Chandler Creek as the participating school, and we will get the credit. Friends, family, coworkers... anyone! And it's completely free.  Sign up for your free energy kit today at www.myenergykit.org and don't forget to list Chandler Creek Elementary as your school!

1/23/2012

Revolutionary War

Chandler Creek fourth graders recently studied the Revolutionary War. Caleb K., from Mrs. Williams' class, did an excellent job on his Lego representation of a scene from the war.

Kids Club Account at Citizens Building and Loan Association

On December 14th, the following Chandler Creek students had their writing or artwork published in the Greer Citizen:
Chloe B., Jensen H., Jahnya T., Marketia D., James O., Alex B., Julia H., Elisabeth F., Ivy G., Mattie J.
In recognition of their work being published in the Greer Citizen, Ms. Dehlinger, presented each student a $10 voucher to open a Kids Club Account at Citizens Building and Loan Association. Congratulations!

1/13/2012

Read With The Gamecocks

Chandler Creek Elementary will be participating in the "Read with the Gamecocks" incentive program this year. All grade levels are eligible to participate. Each participant will track how many pages are read between Monday, January 16th - Friday, January 27th on the reading log that has been sent home with each student. The reading logs must be returned to the media center by February 2nd and must include a parent signature. The student that reads the most pages will receive a certificate and a prize pack from the Gamecocks. Additional prizes will be awarded to classrooms and all participants will receive a SC Women's Basketball bookmark and a voucher for free admission to the Women's Basketball game on Thursday, February 12th at 5p.m.

America The Beautiful

During their IB Unit on "How We Express Ourselves" Ms. Posley's kindergarten class was ask to write a poem in their own words describing the beauty of America.  They did such a great job that they decided to share them:

By:  Malia B.   The American flag is made of red. This is when George Washington led. The American flag is made of blue. This is where the bald eagle flew. The American flag is made of white. The Statue of Liberty watches us at night.

By:  Elias F.   America has nice people. Flowers are pretty. The sky is beautiful.

By:  Dominique S. America is beautiful and this is why there are fifty states under a light blue sky. Mountains topped with snow two oceans of blue with many things to see and a lot more for me to do.

By:  Nicolas Z.   The grass is green. The water is clean.

1/9/2012

Book Basket Brilliance

Mrs. Edwards wrote a grant and received funding from Donors Choose to purchase five sets of reading level books for her first grade classroom. Congratulations!

Roper Mountain Science Center

Chandler Creek Elementary 2nd grade students enjoyed a wonderful learning experience on a recent trip to Roper Mountain Science Center. Drayton C., from Miss Smith's class, has fun holding a beautiful corn snake.

1/2/2012

Kindergarten and First Grade Registration

Registration for kindergarten and first grade in Greenville County Schools will be held January 18th - 20th, 2012.  Children who will be five years old on or before September 1st, 2012 must enroll in public or private kindergarten, unless the parent or legal guardian signs a waiver.  Any child who will be six years old on or before September 1st, 2012 must enroll in first grade. Visit your Greenville County public school January 18th - 20th to register.  more >>>

Hughes Academy Hands-On Science Activities

Join us at Hughes Academy for free hands-on science activities. These after-school activities are for current 4th and 5th grade students and are held from 4:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Parents must provide transportation and snacks are provided. Each activity will be offered twice. Choose the day that works for you and go to the Hughes Academy website for more information and to download a registration form at www.greenville.k12.sc.us/hughes.
Spoon Catapults: Tues., Jan. 10th or Thurs., Jan. 12th

Gravity Swing: Tues., Feb. 7th or Thurs., Feb. 9th

12/15/2011

Greenville Garden Club

Greenville Garden Club sponsors a contest every year for poems, essays and posters about trees and plants and how they help us.  Congratulations to the following winners for their participation in the Greenville Garden Club Contest:

1st place - Ashleigh B. (Hinson) $25.00-Poem
2nd place - Isabella B. (Ensley) Poster
3rd place - Anna G. (Nutt) Poster
Honorable Mention - Carla B. (Erro) Poster
Honorable Mention - Megan D. (Parker) Poster

12/7/2011

Papa Johns

Papa Johns Pizza Nights are this Wednesday and Thursday, December 14th and 15th.  Don't forget to order your pizza and send in the receipts. Thanks!

Superintendent Search Survey

The Board of Trustees of Greenville County Schools has launched a search for the next superintendent and invites you to complete a survey to assist with the Superintendent Search.  The survey will be open through January 10, 2012.  To participate, please click here.

11/27/2011

Holiday Gift Shop

The PTA sponsored Holiday Gift Shop starts December 6th through the 12th.  Our students will be able to shop for family and friends right here at school.  Most of the items are in the $1.00 to $5.00 range.  This is a great way for your child to experience the joy of giving.  more >>>

Pictures with Santa

Mr. and Mrs. Clause will be joining the December 12th PTA meeting and will be available for pictures before the meeting.  more >>>

Get Your 2011-2012 Yearbook!

It's time to order your 2011 - 2012 Chandler Creek Champion Yearbook. The price per yearbook is $25.00 if ordered before March 2, 2012 and $30.00 after that date.  Parents will also have an opportunity to place an advertisement in the yearbook to honor a fifth grade student.  All advertisements must be received by January 27th, 2012.  Space is limited so the January 27th deadline is only tentative, ads will only be accepted until the space allotted is full.   For an order form click here.

Mr. Tony's Trivia Question

This weeks question is: Which Walt Disney Movie Is It?  She was a princess and lived in a castle, but her wicked step-mother, the Queen, hated her beauty. The Queen tried to have her killed, but the huntsman couldn't do it. Now she lives in a little house in the forest with seven little men, but she's still worried that the Queen will find her.

Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, or The Little Mermaid

Please write down your answer on a small piece of paper (2 X 3 inches) and drop it in the Mr. Tony's trivia box in the library.

11/21/2011

THANKSGIVING SEASON

As we approach this Thanksgiving season, Please take a few moments to watch a short presentation to remember those that will not be home for the holidays. May you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving and enjoy yourselves with family and friends.

Student Council

Student Council has been very impressed with the donations for the can drive! They would like to finish off the event by allowing students to wear their choice of either Clemson Tiger or South Carolina Gamecock attire Monday and Tuesday, November 21 & 22. There will be a competition to see who shows the most team pride.

Hooray for Thanksgiving

The "Hooray for Thanksgiving" Kindergarten program was a huge success. They gave a wonderfully entertaining performance to a packed theater.  To watch video from the event click here.

11/17/2011

Kindergarten Thanksgiving Celebration

Kindergarten is having a special Thanksgiving Celebration on Friday November, 18th.  The Hooray for Thanksgiving Program will begin in the Theater at 1:00pm. (downstairs kindergarten) and 1:30pm (upstairs kindergarten).

Mayor Rick Danner Visits Chandler Creek First Graders

Our first graders are working on their current IB Unit on Government and as part of the local government Mayor Rick Danner came and talked about all the responsibilities he has as the Mayor.  He then read the book " I Know A Mayor" and answered student questions.

Mr. Tony's Trivia Question

This weeks question is: How many sides does a Nonagon have?

Please write down your answer on a small piece of paper (2 X 3 inches) and drop it in the Mr. Tony's trivia box in the library.

10/31/2011

Camp Greenville

Chandler Creek fifth grader, JaQuan B. learns about recycling waste to create new things while on a field trip to Camp Greenville.

Pumpkin Decorating Contest

Chandler Creek Elementary's media center held their annual pumpkin decorating contest. Students compete to see who can decorate a pumpkin to look like their favorite storybook character. This year's winners are: 1st place ~ Horton from Horton Hears a Hoo (Derek R.), 2nd place ~ Ramona Quimby - from Beverly Cleary series (Aliah G.), 3rd place ~ David from No David (Adam H.). Congratulations! more >>>

10/29/2011

Mr. Tony's Trivia Question

This weeks question is: 108 years ago today, what major league baseball team won the first official world series?
Pittsburgh Pirates, New York Yankees, New York Giant, Brooklyn Didgers, Boston Americans

Please write down your answer on a small piece of paper (2 X 3 inches) and drop it in the Mr. Tony's trivia box in the library.

CogAT & ITBS Standardized tests

Chandler Creek Elementary will administer the CogAT & ITBS Standardized tests to all second grade students the first two weeks in November. The CogAT testing will be November 2-4 & ITBS testing will be November 8-9.
This is a reminder to parents that we need your cooperation so that students will perform to the best of their ability.
Please see that your child gets plenty of rest on the nights before these tests.
Please see that your child eats a nourishing breakfast on the mornings of these tests.
Please make every effort to have your child in school and on time.
Please see that your child brings to school at least two #2 pencils. They are required for marking test answer sheets.
If you have any questions, please contact the school test coordinator, Ms. Jenny Dehlinger.

10/24/2011

Red Ribbon Week Oct 24th - 28th

Monday, Oct. 24th - Teachers will hand out the “Red Ribbons” to students.
Tuesday, Oct. 25th - Wear Red Day, wear at least one item of red clothing.
Wednesday, Oct. 26th - Hat Day. Wear your funny hat.
Thursday, Oct. 27th - Funny Hair Do Day.  Red Food Day- Mrs. Johnson will cook-up something red
Friday, Oct. 28th - Spirit Day- Wear your CCE or favorite college T-shirt.

Mr. Tony's Trivia Question

This weeks question is: Who gave his name to the month of July?

Please write down your answer on a small piece of paper (2 X 3 inches) and drop it in the Mr. Tony's trivia box in the library.

10/20/2011

Scholastic Book Fair

The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to Chandler Creek.  This will be the only Book Fair for this school year.  The event will be held in the media center the week of November 7th-11th, and it will coincide with Grandparents Week.  Please invite your grandparents to come eat with your child that week.  Below is the lunch schedule for grandparents week:
Monday - 4th & 5th grades
Tuesday - 3rd grade
Wednesday - 2nd grade
Thursday - 1st grade
Friday - K4 & K5

Student Council

Congratulations to the following new Student Council members for the 2011 - 2012 school year:  President - Jack L.,  Vice President - Jaden J., Secretary - Gracie B. Treasurer - Star L.

10/17/2011

SIC Members for 2011-2012

Chair- Suzette Durre, Jenny Dehlinger, Sam Ali, Debra Hipp, Sarah Smoke, Sallie Coker, Rebecca Bilott, Sally Howard, Chris Talley, Stacy Campbell and Jennifer Jones.

Ex-Officio Members - Katherine Bayne, William Broadus, Donna Wood, Ray Carmichael – Past Chair
 

Ingredients for School Success

Chandler Creek 2nd grade students enjoy props from Mrs. Herbert's guidance lesson on the ingredients for school success. Logan W. demonstrates "ears tuned to the teacher station", Hannah H. shows "raise your hand in class", and Kelly K. shows " eyes on the teacher.

10/7/2011

Student Council

Campaigning has started for the students that are interested in becoming Student Council Members.  The students have created posters that are up in the halls and will give speeches on October 12th in the theater.  Voting will be held right after the speeches.  For a complete list of students running for Student Council and pictures of their posters click here.

Pumpkin Decorating contest

It is time for the annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest.  If you wish to participate just decorate a pumpkin at home as your favorite book character and bring it to the library on Friday, October 28th, first thing in the morning.  Pumpkins must be picked up that same afternoon before dismissal.  Judges will choose the 3 best pumpkins for the school.  Prizes will be awarded to the winners.

Mr. Tony's Trivia Question

This weeks question is: What is the smallest bone in the body?
Please write down your answer on a small piece of paper (2 X 3 inches) and drop it in the Mr. Tony's trivia box in the library.

10/1/2011

Hughes Academy of Science and Technology

Hughes Academy of Science and Technology invites All parents of current 5th grade students to a Magnet Open House on October 20, 2011 from 5:00 - 7:30p.m.  more >>>

Fall Festival

Chandler Creek held its Fall Festival on Friday, September 30th. Everyone had a great time. There was food, games, and lots of fun had by all. There were a lot of children that had their faces, hair and nails painted and some that got tattoos.  The students enjoyed dunking Mrs. Smoke in the Dunk Tank.  To see pictures of this event click here.

Mr. Tony's Trivia Question

This weeks question is: What candy bar was named after it's inventor's family horse?
Butter Finger, Goobers, Baby Ruth, Snickers, Fast Break, or Hundred Grand.
Please write down your answer on a small piece of paper (2 X 3 inches) and drop it in the Mr. Tony's trivia box in the library.

9/23/2011

Fall Festival

The Fall Festival will be held on Friday, September 30th from 5:30pm - 8:00pm. Everyone is invited to come join in the fun. There will be five inflatables including a Bungee Race and a really big Adrenaline Obstacle Course.  Tickets are $8 if purchased in advance and $10 after September 28th.  more >>>

PTA Membership Drive

September is PTA membership month.  If you have not joined yet please take the time to learn more about the PTA and how important they/you are to our schools and children. The number one reason to join the PTA is to benefit your child and help your school.  more >>>

Mr. Tony's Trivia Question

This weeks question is: Which one of the following planets do not have rings around it?

Saturn, Uranus, Jupiter, Venus, or Neptune.
Please write down your answer on a small piece of paper (2 X 3 inches) and drop it in the Mr. Tony's trivia box in the library.

9/16/2011

Teacher of the Year

Congratulations to Mrs. Tracy LeGrand for being chosen Chandler Creek's Teacher of the Year for the 2011 - 2012 school year. Tracy LeGrand has been teaching for five years at Chandler Creek Elementary, but...more >>>

PTA Open House & Curriculum Night

We had a great turnout for Monday's PTA Open House and Curriculum Night and would like to say Thank You to the following restaurants: Clock Restaurant, LiL Rebel and Sonic for donating food for this event.  The PTA Fall Fundraiser has begun click here for more information.  To view pictures for this event click here.

9/9/2011

PTA Reflection Contest

It’s time for the annual PTA Reflections Contest. This year’s theme is “Diversity means…..”.  This contest is an excellent way to express yourself.  Click here for official rules and entry forms or here to fill the forms out on line, print them and bring them in with the work.  All entries must be submitted to the office by October 7th.  Students can submit an entry depicting the theme “Diversity means…” in one of the following categories:  more >>>

LITERATURE	VISUAL ARTS	MUSIC COMPOSITION
DANCE CHOREOGRAPHY	PHOTOGRAPHY	FILM PRODUCTION

9/2/2011

Summer Reading Celebration

Congratulations to all the students that participated in the Summer Reading Program.  Our school had 140 participants that got to celebrate on Friday, August 26th with a popcorn party. Every participant received a free book and a poster. Students enjoyed popcorn, music, and we gave out medals to the students that read the most books for each grade level during the summer reading celebration. Here are the results:
1st grade winner & overall school winner : (pictured) Bailey C. (84 books)
2nd grade winner - Sage T. (55 books)
3rd grade winner - Alexa P. (68 books)
4th grade winner - Caleb B. (38 books)
5th grade winner - Terik R. (70 books)

8/29/2011

Volunteer Orientation

Chandler Creek PTA is hosting a Volunteer Orientation on Friday, September 9th from 9:00a.m. - 10:00a.m. in the cafeteria.  Please plan to attend and find out about the many opportunities available for you to volunteer and to learn about volunteer procedures.  Refreshments will be served and door prizes will be given away.  We look forward to seeing you.

8/26/2011

Welcome New Staff Members

Chandler Creek Elementary is happy to welcome the following new teachers for the 2011-2012 school year!  Back row left to right: Josh Black, Kristen Terlinsky, Jared Hembree, Beth Gannon, Paige Coleman, Jordan O'Toole.  Front row left to right: Brian McGuffee, Tara Fennell, Amber Greer, Theresa LoRusso, Brooke Thomason.

8/23/2011

PTA Open House

PTA Open House will be held on Monday, September 12th.  PTA is giving Free Hot Dog Plates to the first 500 people, after that the cost is $2 a plate while supplies last.  The PTA meeting will begin at 6:30 with samples for the Fall Fundraiser on display.

Colors

Help Kindergarten learn their colors.  This is a great way to immerse the students in their learning.  Let's help them out by wearing the following colors on the coordinating days! 

Meet The Teacher

First grade teacher, Alissa Edwards, welcomes Isaura Y. to her class during Chandler Creek Elementary's Open House. Click here to see more pictures from this event.

8/12/2011

Are you smarter than a 5th Grader Fundraiser?

Mark your calendar for this event.  Come out for an evening of fun for everyone and show your support for our school.  You can help our school earn $1000.00 by having the most people in attendance.  Click the icon for more information.  All proceeds go directly to the schools.

Back To School

The entire staff at Chandler Creek would like to say THANK YOU to Freedom Fellowship, 104 Middleton Way Greer, SC 29650 and  James Agency, Inc. 216 N. Main Street Greer, SC 29650 and Fairview Baptist for partnering with our school and donating supplies and volunteering to make the 2011/12 school year successful. Your generosity and interest in helping our students to succeed is tremendously appreciated.  Thank You!!

Last Modified: 02/01/2012