Hello Cougar Nation!

We are very thankful to all the families who shared artifacts, food, clothing, and facts from a country representing their heritage! International Day was, once again, a huge success! This event was planned and coordinated by our fabulous PTA…led by Sarah Pastrana!

Volunteers are pivotal to the success of our school!

PTA is looking for new board members to join the team for the 2024 – 2025 school year. Please click here to nominate yourself or someone else! Thank you!!

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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6
ZAXBY NIGHT

This Tuesday is Zaxby’s Spirit Night! Join us between 5 and 8pm at the Zaxby’s on Sandy Plains and tell the cashier that you are from Kincaid. 15% of your purchase will be donated back to Kincaid!

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LAST REQUEST
PARENT SURVEY

Thank you to the 13 families who have completed the Georgia Department of Education Health Survey for school improvement purposes.  Surveys are anonymous and optional, but our goals is to get feedback from 10% of our families.

Please click here to complete the survey. Thank you!

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NEXT WEEK…

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BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS AT KINCAID

Birthday treats can be pre-ordered through the café only by using this order link. Do not send in treats, balloons, or party invitations for select students.  Use Membership Toolkit to contact other families about birthday parties

Parents can also have their child’s birthday displayed on the school marquee using this order link.  

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CHECK OUT THE GRAPHIC NOVELS

Reading motivation. Graphic novels are very popular, and especially appealing to readers who may not pick up a more traditional book on their own. They can be a “welcoming door” for reluctant or struggling readers (especially boys) who are drawn to the lively storylines and illustrations, and the smart but limited text. Quick, fun reads build confidence!

Story structure. Most graphic novels for young readers have easy-to-follow plots. This can help children learn about how a story is stitched together. After sharing a graphic novel together, ask your child to tell you the basic plot of the story: “First this happened, then this … and at the end …”

(adapted from www.readingrockets.org)

FOOD PANTRY

Click here to learn about the food pantry available to families in need.

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Progress Reports will be sent home by Friday for students not meeting standards so far this quarter. Friday we are also inviting students to wear football tshirts, jerseys or colors, in honor of the Super Bowl this upcoming weekend!

Thank you for your continued support of Kincaid as we set out to live our daily mission to Reach, Inspire, Support and Engage every student – every day!

Principal Blog | Facebook Page

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FROM THE PTA…

PTA is looking for new board members to join the team for the 2024 – 2025 school year. Please click here to nominate yourself or someone else! Thank you!!

Yearbooks are for sale! To place your order today click here. If you have pictures from in and around Kincaid, and would like to submit them for the yearbook, you can upload those here. Thank you!

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FROM THE KINCAID FOUNDATION…

THANK YOU DONORS!!!

Hello Kincaid Families!

Thank you to everyone who donated to the Family Investment Campaign!!

We BEAT our $7500 goal and have raised more than $8,000!!!

These funds will be used to support the vital programs the PTA creates for our wonderful kiddos!!

Thank you and Happy New Year!!!

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Looking Ahead

February 5 – 9 School Counselor Week
February 6 5 – 8 Zaxby Night
February 8 6 – 7 Daniell Parent Night (Rising 6th)
February 9 Progress Reports Sent Home
February 12 – 16 Kindness Week
February 15 5 – 8 Cozy Coop Night
February 16 STEM Day
February 19 – 23 Winter Break
March 1 8:00 Reflections Reception
March 4 Digital Learning Day
March 7 6:30 PTA Meeting
March 8 Cougar Run
March 8 5th Grade to Simpson


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PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

Hello Cougar Nation!

We are one week away from one of our favorite events of the year! Saturday, February 3rd is International Day at Kincaid! Come to the school between 10 am and Noon to learn about facts, customs, music and food from countries around the world! Students will pick up a passport in the Kincaid Cafe Airport and travel the world!

It’s not too late to sign up or represent a country!!! CLICK HERE

Thank you in advance to our PTA, and to our many families, for planning and coordinating this family event!

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THIS WEEK
KIDS HEART CHALLNEGE

Kincaid Elementary is proud to support the American Heart Association! 

The American Heart Challenge helps raise awareness and funds for congenital heart defects, CPR training, well-being, and more as we work to end heart disease and stroke.  Information was sent home with your student last week. 

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REPEAT REQUEST
GEORGIA HEALTH SURVEY

Each year, the Georgia Department of Education collects data from parents, teachers, and 3rd – 12th grade students for school improvement purposes.  Surveys are optional, and all responses are anonymous.

Parent Survey –  Please click here to provide your input about Kincaid to the Department of Education.

Student Surveys will be administered to 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students between now and Winter Break (unless parents have opted out).

Let me know if you have any questions!

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR…

Monday, March 4th is a Digital Learning Day. Students do not come to school. For planning purposes, here are the Digital Learning Dates for next school year:

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BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS AT KINCAID

Birthday treats can be pre-ordered through the café only by using this order link. Do not send in treats, balloons, or party invitations for select students.  Use Membership Toolkit to contact other families about birthday parties

Parents can also have their child’s birthday displayed on the school marquee using this order link.  

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CHECK OUT THE GRAPHIC NOVELS

Reading motivation. Graphic novels are very popular, and especially appealing to readers who may not pick up a more traditional book on their own. They can be a “welcoming door” for reluctant or struggling readers (especially boys) who are drawn to the lively storylines and illustrations, and the smart but limited text. Quick, fun reads build confidence!

Story structure. Most graphic novels for young readers have easy-to-follow plots. This can help children learn about how a story is stitched together. After sharing a graphic novel together, ask your child to tell you the basic plot of the story: “First this happened, then this … and at the end …”

(adapted from www.readingrockets.org)

FOOD PANTRY

Click here to learn about the food pantry available to families in need.

PARENT INFO SESSIONS

How can we help you and your family? We would like to host informational sessions for parents. Please complete this survey to provide feedback about your interests and availability. Thank you!

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Thank you for your continued support of Kincaid as we set out to live our daily mission to Reach, Inspire, Support and Engage every student – every day!

Principal Blog | Facebook Page

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FROM THE PTA…

Click here to learn how to volunteer or represent a country!

Yearbooks are for sale! To place your order today click here. If you have pictures from in and around Kincaid, and would like to submit them for the yearbook, you can upload those here. Thank you!

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FROM THE KINCAID FOUNDATION…

THANK YOU DONORS!!!

Hello Kincaid Families!

Thank you to everyone who donated to the Family Investment Campaign!!

We BEAT our $7500 goal and have raised more than $8,000!!!

These funds will be used to support the vital programs the PTA creates for our wonderful kiddos!!

Thank you and Happy New Year!!!

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Looking Ahead

January 29 – February 2 Heart Challenge Week
February 3 10-12 International Day
February 5 – 9 School Counselor Week
February 6 5 – 8 Zaxby Night
February 8 6 – 7 Daniell Parent Night (Rising 6th)
February 9 Progress Reports Sent Home
February 12 – 16 Kindness Week
February 15 5 – 8 Cozy Coop Night
February 16 STEM Day
February 19 – 23 Winter Break
March 1 8:00 Reflections Reception
March 4 Digital Learning Day
March 7 6:30 PTA Meeting
March 8 Cougar Run
March 8 5th Grade to Simpson


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PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

Hello Cougar Nation!

Good news for Kincaid! Last week the Cobb County School Board approved an architect who will be designing a new wing for Kincaid. Funds from SPOLOST VI will be used to tear down our 4th/5th grade annex, create more parking, and replace annex classrooms, with new classrooms. I will keep you posted on this construction timeline.

This week PTA is hosting our first Freddy’s Night, and sponsoring Fun Friday! Read all the details below!

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THIS WEDNESDAY!
4 – 8 PM

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PTA FUN FRIDAY!

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GEORGIA HEALTH SURVEYS

Each year, the Georgia Department of Education collects data from parents, teachers, and 3rd – 12th grade students for school improvement purposes.  Surveys are optional, and all responses are anonymous.

Parent Survey –  Please click here to provide your input about Kincaid to the Department of Education.

Student Surveys will be administered to 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students between January 29 and February 16th (unless parents have opted out).

Let me know if you have any questions!

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MORNING DROP OFF

With colder temperatures, we have had an increase in the number of tardy students.  Keep in mind that if your student is tardy, they are missing valuable instruction time and it is disruptive to the class. Our tardy bell rings at 7:45 and each student should be in their homeroom and ready to learn by that time.

Here are a few things to remember to make carpool run smoothly:

• The carpool line opens at 7:15 each morning.  From 7:15 – 7:30, it is much less crowded to drop your children off.
• Everything should be in their backpacks, hugs and kisses given and breakfast finished so they can exit the vehicle quickly.
• Please do not drop your students off in the upper parking lot and let them walk down the stairs to the building without you.
• The bus port is not for drop-off.
• After 7:45, you must park and walk your student into the office. They need to be signed in by a parent.

Thank you for your help with getting the students to school safely and on time!

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BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS AT KINCAID

Birthday treats can be pre-ordered through the café only by using this order link. Do not send in treats, balloons, or party invitations for select students.  Use Membership Toolkit to contact other families about birthday parties

Parents can also have their child’s birthday displayed on the school marquee using this order link.  

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CRACK OPEN THE DICTIONARY

Let your child see you using a dictionary. Say something like, “Hmm, I’m not sure what that word means… I think I’ll look it up.” It is a good practice for our children to see what we do to solve problems.  Modeling this behavior helps them to know they are not alone in the learning process and that we have a dependable resource to help us.

(adapted from www.readingrockets.org)

FOOD PANTRY

Click here to learn about the food pantry available to families in need.

PARENT INFO SESSIONS

How can we help you and your family? We would like to host informational sessions for parents. Please complete this survey to provide feedback about your interests and availability. Thank you!

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A huge thank you to all the families who joined us for our mid-year Reading Celebration on Thursday night. It was a great time to celebrate the love of reading, see our staff talents, and highlight our Books of the Month! We love making memories with our families!

Thank you for your continued support of Kincaid as we set out to live our daily mission to Reach, Inspire, Support and Engage every student – every day! Hope to see you Wednesday at Freddy’s!

Principal Blog | Facebook Page

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FROM THE PTA…

Click here to learn how to volunteer or represent a country!

Yearbooks are for sale! To place your order today click here. If you have pictures from in and around Kincaid, and would like to submit them for the yearbook, you can upload those here. Thank you!

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FROM THE KINCAID FOUNDATION…

THANK YOU DONORS!!!

Hello Kincaid Families!

Thank you to everyone who donated to the Family Investment Campaign!!

We BEAT our $7500 goal and have raised more than $8,000!!!

These funds will be used to support the vital programs the PTA creates for our wonderful kiddos!!

Thank you and Happy New Year!!!

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Looking Ahead

January 24 Freddy’s Night
January 26 Fun Friday – Snowball Fight
January 29 – February 2 Heart Challenge Week
February 3 10-12 International Day
February 5 – 9 School Counselor Week
February 6 5 – 8 Zaxby Night
February 8 6 – 7 Daniell Parent Night (Rising 6th)
February 9 Progress Reports Sent Home
February 12 – 16 Kindness Week
February 15 5 – 8 Cozy Coop Night
February 16 STEM Day
February 19 – 23 Winter Break

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PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

Hello Cougar Nation!

Monday is a holiday, as we honor the contributions, inspiration and impact of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Enjoy the day with your family.

When we return Tuesday, January 16th, all science fair applications are due for any interested 2nd – 5th grade students.

Thursday is Pajama Day! All staff and students are invited to wear pajamas to school on Thursday to support and promote our Bedtime, Books & Beanstack evening event!

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THIS THURSDAY
READING CELEBRATION
6:30 – 8:00 PM

Please plan to attend this favorite event! Bedtime, Books & Beanstack is this Thursday, January 18th, from 6:30 – 8:00!  Come early to select which sessions you and your child would like to attend. Enjoy an evening of stories read by your favorite teachers, bedtime snacks, and prizes.

Snacks: Oreo cookies or Rick Krispie Treat
Drinks: Milk, Water, or Decaf Coffee
Attire: Appropriate Pajamas

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PARENT CYBER SAFTEY
PRESENTATION

Thank you to all the parents who joined us last week to learn about parenting in this world of technology, Internet, and iPhones! Participants learned about: 

• Why we need to be mindful about technology
• How to use technology in our lives
• Ideas for technology family plans
• Parent car starter conversations

FEEDBACK: If you missed this presentation, we are planning other parent informational sessions. Please complete this survey to provide feedback about your interests and availability. Thank you!

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BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS AT KINCAID

Birthday treats can be pre-ordered through the café only by using this order link. Do not send in treats, balloons, or party invitations for select students.  Use Membership Toolkit to contact other families about birthday parties

Parents can also have their child’s birthday displayed on the school marquee using this order link.  

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QUICK, QUICK.

Once a child can read a word, you can use it in lively speed drills. Show the word along with other words that your child has learned recently. Either use flash cards or a computer game. Make it fast so he or she doesn’t get bored. These drills sometimes help children automatically recognize and read certain words, especially those that are used frequently.  When students know high frequency words, their focus can then be directed at decoding harder words with fluency.

(adapted from www.readingrockets.org)

FOOD PANTRY

Click here to learn about the food pantry available to families in need.

CHILDREN’S CLOTHING $1

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Thank you for your continued support of Kincaid as we set out to live our daily mission to Reach, Inspire, Support and Engage every student – every day! Hope to see you all on Thursday Night at Bedtime, Books and Beanstack.

Principal Blog | Facebook Page

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FROM THE PTA…

Click here to learn how to volunteer or represent a country!

Yearbooks are for sale! To place your order today click here. If you have pictures from in and around Kincaid, and would like to submit them for the yearbook, you can upload those here. Thank you!

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FROM THE KINCAID FOUNDATION…

THANK YOU DONORS!!!

Hello Kincaid Families!

Thank you to everyone who donated to the Family Investment Campaign!!

We BEAT our $7500 goal and have raised more than $8,000!!!

These funds will be used to support the vital programs the PTA creates for our wonderful kiddos!!

Thank you and Happy New Year!!!

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Looking Ahead

January 15 No School – MLK Day
January 16 Science Fair Apps Due
January 18 6:30 Reading Night
January 26 Fun Friday – Snowball Fight
January 29 – February 2 Heart Challenge Week
February 3 10-12 International Day
February 5 – 9 School Counselor Week
February 6 5 – 8 Zaxby Night
February 8 6 – 7 Daniell Parent Night (Rising 6th)
February 9 Progress Reports Sent Home
February 12 – 16 Kindness Week
February 15 5 – 8 Cozy Coop Night
February 16 STEM Day
February 19 – 23 Winter Break

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PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

Happy New Year Kincaid Families!

The new year is the perfect time to reflect on our lives and habits. Technology use is one area in which we can benefit from healthy habits and balance….especially for our kids!

YOU’RE INVITED!
DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP PRESENTATION
JANUARY 10 @ 8:00 am

Please join us! Lindsey Williams, CCSD Consultant, will present information designed to help elementary school families with the following concepts: 

• Why we need to be mindful about technology
• Technology uses in our lives
• Technology family plans
• Parent car starter conversations

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THIS TUESDAY
JANUARY 9th

CHIKFILA NIGHT– Come out to Chickfila (Lassiter Location) on Shallowford & Sandy Plains on January 9th between 5pm and 8pm. 10% of all receipts deposited in the Receipt boxes at the register and all orders placed through the Community Cares event using your Chick-fil-A One App will be donated back to Kincaid.  This includes Mobile drive thru, Curbside, Mobile Pickup and Mobile dine in (these will be calculated through the App a receipt is not necessary).

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SCIENCE FAIR APPLICATIONS
DUE JANUARY 16th!

2nd Grade – 5th Grade Parents ~ Does your child have a love for science and the world around them? Then Kincaid’s Science Fair is a great opportunity to let them showcase their love for science! The deadline for the application is Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

After reading through the application packet, if you need information or input about the process or ideas for a project just email Mrs. Gillett at page.gillett@cobbk12.org.

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READING CELEBRATION
JANUARY 18th
6:30 – 8:00 PM

Kincaid students have read over 1,000,000 minutes this year and we are ready to celebrate! You are invited to Bedtime, Books & Beanstack Thursday, January 19th, from 6:30 – 8:00!  Come enjoy this family event of story times, bedtime snacks, and prizes. Pajama attire will add to the fun!

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ASP AFTERSCHOOL CLUBS
REGISTRATION IS OPEN

Registration is open for Spring Afterschool Clubs, which will begin the week of January 29th. You must re-register if you want to participate in clubs again. Please click on this attachment for days and times of each club, prices, and links for registrations.

Some clubs are still accepting students, while others are starting to be on a wait list.  The firm deadline to register is January 19th.  Please email kathy.parks@cobbk12.org if you have any questions.

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BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS AT KINCAID

Birthday treats can be pre-ordered through the café only by using this order link. Do not send in treats, balloons, or party invitations for select students.  Use Membership Toolkit to contact other families about birthday parties

Parents can also have their child’s birthday displayed on the school marquee using this order link.  

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USE A WRITING CHECKLIST

Each grade-level has a writing checklist, which indicates expectations within student writing.  Ask your child’s teacher for a copy of these expectations and take the challenge to have a copy available when writing within the home.  This is a great way for students to see that the expectations remain the same in both environments.

(adapted from www.readingrockets.org)

FOOD PANTRY

Click here to learn about the food pantry available to families in need.

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Reminder…we have new menus beginning this week in the cafe!

Thank you for your continued support of Kincaid as we set out to live our daily mission to Reach, Inspire, Support and Engage every student – every day! Enjoy a 3 day weekend as we celebrate the contributions of Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January 15th.

Principal Blog | Facebook Page

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FROM THE PTA…

Click here to learn how to volunteer or represent a country!

Yearbooks are for sale! To place your order today click here. If you have pictures from in and around Kincaid, and would like to submit them for the yearbook, you can upload those here. Thank you!

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FROM THE KINCAID FOUNDATION…

THANK YOU DONORS!!!

Hello Kincaid Families!

Thank you to everyone who donated to the Family Investment Campaign!!

We BEAT our $7500 goal and have raised more than $8,000!!!

These funds will be used to support the vital programs the PTA creates for our wonderful kiddos!!

Thank you and Happy New Year!!!

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Looking Ahead

January 9 Chickfila Night
January 10 8:00 Digital Citizenship Parent Presentation
January 15 No School – MLK Day
January 16 Science Fair Apps Due
January 18 6:30 Reading Night
January 26 Fun Friday – Snowball Fight
January 29 – February 2 Heart Challenge Week
February 3 10-12 International Day
February 5 – 9 School Counselor Week
February 6 5 – 8 Zaxby Night
February 9 Progress Reports Sent Home
February 12 – 16 Kindness Week
February 15 5 – 8 Cozy Coop Night
February 16 STEM Day
February 19 – 23 Winter Break

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PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

Hello Kincaid Families!

Here we are with a short week…and short days…before the Holiday Break! Please make sure your child’s dismissal is set up correctly in GoSafe.

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NEW MENU ITEMS
COMING IN JANUARY

Please click here to view the new menus being served in the cafe, effective January 8, 2024.

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ASP AFTERSCHOOL CLUBS
REGISTRATION IS OPEN

Registration is open for Spring Afterschool Clubs, which will begin the week of January 29th. You must re-register if you want to participate in clubs again.

Please click on this attachment for days and times of each club, prices, and links for registrations.

Club Registration ends January 19th. Register early! Clubs fill up quickly! Please email kathy.parks@cobbk12.org if you have any questions.

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YOU’RE INVITED!
DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP PRESENTATION
JANUARY 10 @ 8:00 am

Please join us! Lindsey Williams, CCSD Consultant, will present information designed to help elementary school families with the following concepts: 

• Why we need to be mindful about technology
• Technology uses in our lives
• Technology family plans
• Parent car starter conversations

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SCIENCE FAIR APPLICATIONS
DUE JANUARY 16th!

2nd Grade – 5th Grade Parents ~ Does your child have a love for science and the world around them? Then Kincaid’s Science Fair is a great opportunity to let them showcase their love for science! The deadline for the application is Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

After reading through the application packet, if you need information or input about the process or ideas for a project just email Mrs. Gillett at page.gillett@cobbk12.org.

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WE MADE OUR MID-YEAR GOAL!

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BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS AT KINCAID

Birthday treats can be pre-ordered through the café only by using this order link. Do not send in treats, balloons, or party invitations for select students.  Use Membership Toolkit to contact other families about birthday parties

Parents can also have their child’s birthday displayed on the school marquee using this order link.  

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DO STORYTELLING ON THE GO

Take turns adding to a story the two of you make up while riding in a car or bus. Either one of you could start. Try making the story funny or spooky. This will stretch the imagination and foster a love for stories. It’s fun, too! Go the extra mile and record them as an auditory file to save for the future or jot them down in a book.

(adapted from www.readingrockets.org)

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Thank you for your continued support of Kincaid as we set out to live our daily mission to Reach, Inspire, Support and Engage every student – every day!

Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukah, Happy Kwanza and Happy New Year to you all! Have a festive, safe, relaxing holiday break! See you in 2024!

Principal Blog | Facebook Page

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FROM THE PTA…

Yearbooks are for sale! To place your order today click here. 5^th grade ads are also available to order here. If you have pictures from in and around Kincaid, and would like to submit them for the yearbook, you can upload those here. Thank you!

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FROM THE KINCAID FOUNDATION…

Hello Kincaid Families!

Thank you to everyone who has donated so far to the Family Investment Campaign!!

We have raised $6242 towards our $7500 goal and increased family participation to 22%!!!

We are just a little over $1250 away from our goal!

Please help us get across the finish line so we can continue to support the vital programs the PTA creates for our wonderful kiddos!!

For those who haven’t donated yet, please consider giving $5-$10 so we can keep investing in our kids at the highest level!

Thank you!!!

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Looking Ahead

December 18 Early Release Day
December 19 Early Release Day
December 20 – January 3 Holiday Break
January 4 Students Return
January 5 Report Cards on ParentVUE
January 9 Chickfila Night
January 10 8:00 Digital Citizenship Parent Presentation
January 15 No School – MLK Day
January 16 Science Fair Apps Due
January 18 6:30 Reading Night
January 26 Fun Friday – Snowball Fight

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PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

Hello Kincaid Families!

Fall Afterschool Clubs ended last week. Please remember to update your child’s dismissal in GoSafe.

Registration is now open for Spring Afterschool Clubs, which will begin the week of January 29th. You must re-register if you want to participate in clubs again.

Please click on this attachment for days and times of each club, prices, and links for registrations.

Club Registration ends January 19th. Register early! Clubs fill up quickly! Please email kathy.parks@cobbk12.org if you have any questions.

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NEIGHBORHOOD BUS CAROLING
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12

Mr. Bush and a team of teacher volunteers are doing it again! A bus full of Kincaid Choristers will be traveling through our community neighborhoods to bring smiles and cheer through their lovely voices. This tradition began during COVID times when we were unable to have guests in our school. This event was so touching that it has continued for several years now. More information about the times and routes will be shared.

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SCIENCE FAIR APPLICATIONS
COMING HOME THIS WEEK!

2nd Grade – 5th Grade Parents ~ Does your child have a love for science and the world around them? Then Kincaid’s Science Fair is a great opportunity to let them showcase their love for science! We are starting the application process for our 12th Annual Science Fair which will be held Wednesday, March 6, 2024 in the cafeteria. The deadline for the application is Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

After reading through the application packet, if you need information or input about the process or ideas for a project just email Mrs. Gillett at page.gillett@cobbk12.org.

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YOU’RE INVITED!
DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP PRESENTATION
JANUARY 10 @ 8:00 am

Please join us! Lindsey Williams, CCSD Consultant, will present information designed to help elementary school families with the following concepts: 

• Why we need to be mindful about technology
• Technology uses in our lives
• Technology family plans
• Parent car starter conversations

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

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BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS AT KINCAID

Birthday treats can be pre-ordered through the café only by using this order link. Do not send in treats, balloons, or party invitations for select students.  Use Membership Toolkit to contact other families about birthday parties

Parents can also have their child’s birthday displayed on the school marquee using this order link.  

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DO STORYTELLING ON THE GO

Take turns adding to a story the two of you make up while riding in a car or bus. Either one of you could start. Try making the story funny or spooky. This will stretch the imagination and foster a love for stories. It’s fun, too! Go the extra mile and record them as an auditory file to save for the future or jot them down in a book.

(adapted from www.readingrockets.org)

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Thank you for your continued support of Kincaid as we set out to live our daily mission to Reach, Inspire, Support and Engage every student – every day!

Principal Blog | Facebook Page

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FROM THE PTA…

Yearbooks are for sale! To place your order today click here. 5^th grade ads are also available to order here. If you have pictures from in and around Kincaid, and would like to submit them for the yearbook, you can upload those here. Thank you!

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FROM THE KINCAID FOUNDATION…

$12.50 IS ALL IT WILL TAKE!!!

Hello Kincaid Families!

We wanted to update you on the Family Investment Campaign (which directly funds all of our PTA initiatives throughout the year – Celebration of the Arts, International Day, Teacher Appreciation Week to name a few).

We have raised $5500 towards our $7500 goal.

Thank you to those who have already donated!! However, that’s only 15% of our school community participating – we are striving for 100%!!

For those who haven’t donated yet, all that is needed from each family is $12.50 and we will reach our goal!!! Your support is CRUCIAL to provide all the extras at Kincaid. Please consider giving (at any amount) so we can keep investing in our kids at the highest level!

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Looking Ahead

December 12 Neighborhood Bus Caroling
December 15 Winter Party – 11:00 – 12:00 for K, 1, 2
December 15 Winter Party – 12:30 – 1:30 for 3, 4, 5
December 18 Early Release Day
December 19 Early Release Day
December 20 – January 3 Holiday Break
January 4 Students Return
January 5 Report Cards on ParentVUE
January 9 Chickfila Night
January 10 8:00 Digital Citizenship Parent Presentation
January 15 No School – MLK Day
January 16 Science Fair Apps Due
January 18 6:30 Reading Night
January 26 Fun Friday – Snowball Fight

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PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

Hello Kincaid Families!

Congratulations to our 4th and 5th Grade Classroom Spelling Bee Winners! We wish these finalists the best of luck this Friday at the school-wide Spelling Bee! This event will be live streamed so parents can watch from home or work!

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MORNING DROP OFF

Please do not drop off your children in the bus port lanes to avoid the carpool lane in the mornings.  Please use our upper parking lot if you are running late or need to come in with your student.  Cars should not be parked in the bus port during arrival time.  It makes it difficult for the busses to leave.  Thank you!

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THIS WEEKEND
KINCAID CHORUS PERFORMANCE

The Kincaid Chorus will be performing at 12:00 noon, on Saturday at Christmas @ Piedmont. Come on out for this family event! See the Kincaid chorus among orchestra, and band performances, dance troupes, inflatable jumpies, crafters offering hand-made gifts for purchase, and the only Snow Tube slide in Cobb County!

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CCSD JOB FAIR

The Cobb County School District is having two job fairs on Tuesday, December 5th (North Cobb) and Thursday, December 7th (South Cobb), from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. 

This event will put candidates face to face with hiring supervisors looking for paraprofessionals, bus drivers, food nutrition workers, school nurses, mechanics, HVAC Technicians and custodians. They will also be looking for campus police officers. Start a career with competitive pay and benefits.

Visit https://www.cobbk12.org/page/294/employment to register for the job fair event closest to you!

Note: Kincaid is looking for a lunchroom monitor!! Please apply online, or contact kathy.parks@cobbk12.org for more information!

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NEIGHBORHOOD BUS CAROLING
DECEMBER 12

Mr. Bush and a team of teacher volunteers are doing it again! A bus full of Kincaid Choristers will be traveling through our community neighborhoods to bring smiles and cheer through their lovely voices. This tradition began during COVID times when we were unable to have guests in our school. This event was so touching that it has continued for several years now. More information about the times and routes will be shared.

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

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BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS AT KINCAID

Birthday treats can be pre-ordered through the café only by using this order link. Do not send in treats, balloons, or party invitations for select students.  Use Membership Toolkit to contact other families about birthday parties

Parents can also have their child’s birthday displayed on the school marquee using this order link.  

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CREATE A BOOK TOGETHER

Make a handmade book together by putting blank pages together and adding construction paper for the cover.  You and your child could write a series of books, documenting family memories and funny stories.  Ask your child to contribute, in whatever way appropriate, to the writing and illustrations.  Discuss appropriate titles and create a collection of “books” for your family bookshelf.

(adapted from www.readingrockets.org)

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Thank you for your continued support of Kincaid as we set out to live our daily mission to Reach, Inspire, Support and Engage every student – every day!

Principal Blog | Facebook Page

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FROM THE PTA…

Yearbooks are for sale! To place your order today click here. 5^th grade ads are also available to order here. If you have pictures from in and around Kincaid, and would like to submit them for the yearbook, you can upload those here. Thank you!

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FROM THE KINCAID FOUNDATION…

$12.50 IS ALL IT WILL TAKE!!!

Hello Kincaid Families!

We wanted to update you on the Family Investment Campaign (which directly funds all of our PTA initiatives throughout the year – Celebration of the Arts, International Day, Teacher Appreciation Week to name a few).

We have raised $4378 towards our $7500 goal.

Thank you to those who have already donated!! However, that’s only 15% of our school community participating – we are striving for 100%!!

For those who haven’t donated yet, all that is needed from each family is $12.50 and we will reach our goal!!! Your support is CRUCIAL to provide all the extras at Kincaid. Please consider giving (at any amount) so we can keep investing in our kids at the highest level!

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Looking Ahead

December 8 Spelling Bee
December 9 Christmas @ Piedmont (12:00 Kincaid Chorus)
December 12 Neighborhood Bus Caroling
December 15 Winter Party – 11:00 – 12:00 for K, 1, 2
December 15 Winter Party – 12:30 – 1:30 for 3, 4, 5
December 18 Early Release Day
December 19 Early Release Day
December 20 – January 3 Holiday Break
January 4 Students Return
January 5 Report Cards on ParentVUE
January 15 No School – MLK Day
January 18 6:30 Reading Night

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PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

Hello Kincaid Families!

Thank you so much for your generous donations of cookies and goodies for the Staff Cookie Cornucopia! It was such a special treat for all of us! We appreciate your kindness and your hearts!

WELCOME BACK! THIS WEEK…

Thursday, November 30th @ 6:30
PTA Meeting
3rd Grade Performance – “The Grinch”

Friday, December 1st
PTA Fun Friday – Pajama Day!
$2 Donation supports Kincaid PTA

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TEST SCORES ARE BACK!

This fall our 1st and 3rd grade students took the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT), and our 3rd and 5th grade students took the IOWA test (a national achievement test). Test scores are available in ParentVUE, and Individual Student Profile Reports will be sent home with 1st, 3rd, and 5th grade students this week.

CogAT Overview – Click Here
IOWA Overview – Click Here

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COMING SOON…

4th/5th Grade Spelling Bee
We are so excited to have Spelling Bee Finalists from each of our 4th and 5th grade homeroom classes! Next Friday, December 8th the Finalists will compete with each other to see who is the Kincaid Spelling Bee Winner this year! The Spelling Bee will be live streamed so parents can watch from home or work!

Kincaid Chorus Performance
The Kincaid Chorus will be performing at 12:00 noon, on Saturday, December 9th at Christmas @ Piedmont. Come on out for this family event! See the Kincaid chorus among orchestra, and band performances, dance troupes, inflatable jumpies, crafters offering hand-made gifts for purchase, and the only Snow Tube slide in Cobb County!

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CCSD JOB FAIR

The Cobb County School District is having two job fairs on Tuesday, December 5th (North Cobb) and Thursday, December 7th (South Cobb), from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. 

This event will put candidates face to face with hiring supervisors looking for paraprofessionals, bus drivers, food nutrition workers, school nurses, mechanics, HVAC Technicians and custodians. They will also be looking for campus police officers. Start a career with competitive pay and benefits.

Visit https://www.cobbk12.org/page/294/employment to register for the job fair event closest to you!

Note: Kincaid is looking for a lunchroom monitor!! Please apply online, or contact kathy.parks@cobbk12.org for more information!

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NEIGHBORHOOD BUS CAROLING
DECEMBER 12

Mr. Bush and a team of teacher volunteers are doing it again! A bus full of Kincaid Choristers will be traveling through our community neighborhoods to bring smiles and cheer through their lovely voices. This tradition began during COVID times when we were unable to have guests in our school. This event was so touching that it has continued for several years now. More information about the times and routes will be shared.

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KEEP READING!

Did you know that pleasure reading can positively impact
your child’s overall academic success? Whether you are cuddling up and reading a book to your child, or your child is enjoying a book on their own, reading is so beneficial!

We are almost to our mid-year goal of 1 million minutes! Keep reading and logging your minutes into Beanstack! We plan to celebrate 1 million minutes on January. Look for more information coming on our Bedtime, Books and Beanstack event…happening January 18th!

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BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS AT KINCAID

Birthday treats can be pre-ordered through the café only by using this order link. Do not send in treats, balloons, or party invitations for select students.  Use Membership Toolkit to contact other families about birthday parties

Parents can also have their child’s birthday displayed on the school marquee using this order link.  

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CREATE A BOOK TOGETHER

Make a handmade book together by putting blank pages together and adding construction paper for the cover.  You and your child could write a series of books, documenting family memories and funny stories.  Ask your child to contribute, in whatever way appropriate, to the writing and illustrations.  Discuss appropriate titles and create a collection of “books” for your family bookshelf.

(adapted from www.readingrockets.org)

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Thank you for your continued support of Kincaid as we set out to live our daily mission to Reach, Inspire, Support and Engage every student – every day!

Principal Blog | Facebook Page

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FROM THE PTA…

Thursday, November 30th @ 6:30
PTA Meeting
3rd Grade Performance – “The Grinch”

Friday, December 1st
PTA Fun Friday – Pajama Day!
$2 Donation supports Kincaid PTA

Yearbooks are for sale! To place your order today click here. 5^th grade ads are also available to order here. If you have pictures from in and around Kincaid, and would like to submit them for the yearbook, you can upload those here. Thank you!

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FROM THE KINCAID FOUNDATION…

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Looking Ahead

November 30 6:30 PTA Meeting/3rd Grade Performance
December 1 Fun Friday – PTA PJ Day!
December 8 Spelling Bee
December 9 Christmas @ Piedmont (12:00 Kincaid Chorus)
December 12 Neighborhood Bus Caroling
December 15 Winter Party – 11:00 – 12:00 for K, 1, 2
December 15 Winter Party – 12:30 – 1:30 for 3, 4, 5
December 18 Early Release Day
December 19 Early Release Day
December 20 – January 3 Holiday Break
January 4 Students Return
January 5 Report Cards on ParentVUE
January 18 6:30 Reading Night

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PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

Hello Cougar Nation!

During this season of gratitude, I want to express my sincerest thanks to our families! The Kincaid community is extended family to all of us! Thank you for showing up, coming out, and trusting us with your most precious child. It was touching to see our students out with their family on Thursday at our Barnes & Noble Reading night, as well as our kindergarten and 5th grade families joining us for a special Thanksgiving lunch!

We wish you a week of making memories during this Thanksgiving season. Keep it simple. Enjoy your family.

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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14th
ZAXBY NIGHT

This Tuesday is Zaxby’s Spirit Night! Join us between 5 and 8pm at the Zaxby’s on Sandy Plains and tell the cashier that you are from Kincaid. 15% of your purchase will be donated back to Kincaid!

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LOST & FOUND
GOING, GOING…

Our Lost and Found is filled with over 100 coats, hoodies, sweatshirts, and water bottles. Please ask your child to check for missing items. All items left at school after November 16th will be donated to charity.

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AFTER BREAK…

Thursday, November 30th @ 6:30
PTA Meeting
3rd Grade Performance – “The Grinch”

Friday, December 1st
PTA Fun Friday – Pajama Day!
$2 Donation supports Kincaid PTA

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Keep Reading!

Get cozy with a book over Thanksgiving Break!
We are almost to our mid-year goal of 1 million minutes!
We are hoping to have a blowout reading celebration
on January 18th to celebrate 1 Million Minutes!

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BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS AT KINCAID

Birthday treats can be pre-ordered through the café only by using this order link. Do not send in treats, balloons, or party invitations for select students.  Use Membership Toolkit to contact other families about birthday parties

Parents can also have their child’s birthday displayed on the school marquee using this order link.  

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PLAY FAVORITES

What is our family’s favorite flavor of ice-cream? What is our favorite movie to watch together? What is our favorite bedtime story? Choose a question, or make up your own, that your child is excited about.

First, have your child predict or guess the answer to the question. Help her write down her prediction. “I think chocolate is our family’s favorite flavor of ice cream.” Then, have your child ask each member of the family for an answer. Have your child record the answers using a special Science Notebook or simply mark tally marks on paper. Finally, ask your child to compare her prediction to the actual answers. Predicting is a beginning step to making inferences.  Children must think about the reasons why someone will choose a favorite and must use current observations and understanding of others to make predictions.  Have fun with having conversations with your child about his/her predictions. 

(adapted from www.readingrockets.org)

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Thank you for your continued support of Kincaid as we set out to live our daily mission to Reach, Inspire, Support and Engage every student – every day!

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving Break! See you all back on Monday, November 27th!

Principal Blog | Facebook Page

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FROM THE PTA…

Thursday, November 30th @ 6:30
PTA Meeting
3rd Grade Performance – “The Grinch”

Friday, December 1st
PTA Fun Friday – Pajama Day!
$2 Donation supports Kincaid PTA

Yearbooks are for sale! To place your order today click here. 5^th grade ads are also available to order here. If you have pictures from in and around Kincaid, and would like to submit them for the yearbook, you can upload those here. Thank you!

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FROM THE KINCAID FOUNDATION…

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Looking Ahead

November 14 Zaxby Night
November 15 PTA Cookie Cornucopia
October 3 Progress Reports Go Home
November 16 Honor’s Chorus Concert
November 20 – 24 Thanksgiving Break
November 30 6:30 PTA Meeting/3rd Grade Performance
December 1 Fun Friday – PTA PJ Day!
December 8 Spelling Bee
December 9 Christmas @ Piedmont (12:00 Kincaid Chorus)
December 12 Neighborhood Bus Caroling
December 15 Winter Party – 11:00 – 12:00 for K, 1, 2
December 15 Winter Party – 12:30 – 1:30 for 3, 4, 5
December 18 Early Release Day
December 19 Early Release Day
December 20 – January 3 Holiday Break
January 4 Students Return

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PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS