Teller Elementary School
PRIDE Post: January 9th, 2025
01/09/25, 2:09 PM
1) CSC Meeting - Tuesday 1/14, 5-7 pm
The Collaborative School Committee (CSC) will meet on Tuesday, January 14th from 5-7 pm in the Teller Library. The main topic of discussion on the agenda is the 2025-2026 Teller Budget. Babysitting and pizza will be provided to Teller students - please sign up in advance.
During the meeting Mrs. Bates will present proposed budget scenarios. CSC Members will have time to discuss the scenarios, listen to community feedback on the scenarios, and will make a recommendation. There will be a specified time during the meeting for community feedback regarding the budget as well as a second opportunity for non budget related public input. As time will be limited during the meeting, members of the Teller Community are encouraged to reach out to CSC Members prior to the meeting with feedback.
The CSC is a group of parents, teachers, and community members who provide feedback and recommendations to the school administration on budget priorities, UIP, program design changes, community feedback as it relates to CSC work, principal feedback as it relates to CSC work, and discipline and safety policies as it relates to the UIP and strategic plan.
2) School Choice Opens on January 15th
As a reminder, Round 1 of School Choice opens next week on January 15th at 4pm. Read more information about the School Choice process and how to apply here.
3) Friday Recess Dance Parties
Are your kids getting tired of hearing the same music every Friday? Is the playlist feeling a little repetitive? Starting TOMORROW, we’re mixing things up!
Kicking things off with the 1940s tomorrow! Expect big-band tunes, jazz swing, and maybe even some Lindy-Hop. Kids are welcome to dress up if they'd like—after all, the 40s were a more formal time!
On Friday, January 17th, we’ll celebrate with a 50s Sock Hop. More decades to come—stay tuned!
4) Teller Talent Show Performance
Join us for the annual Teller Talent Show in the Teller auditorium on January 10th, from 3:30-5:00 pm. It’s sure to be an afternoon filled with creativity and incredible performances!
Our talented students are excited to showcase their skills, and we can’t wait for you to see what they’ve prepared. Come out to support your friends and enjoy a variety of acts that are both impressive and entertaining. Don't miss this fun event – it's one you’ll remember! See you there, Door 2 will open at 3:00pm!
5) Spring CogAT Testing Sign-Up
If you would like your child (1st, 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade only) to take the CogAT assessment this spring, please complete the CogAT Testing Nomination Form before the February 21st deadline.
Please note that students are allowed to take only one cognitive assessment per calendar year. If your child has already completed the NNAT, NGAT, or CogAT in the fall, they are ineligible for testing this school year. During the fall semester, DPS students in Kindergarten and 2nd grade at Teller were tested as part of universal screening, so those families do not need to submit this form unless their child was not assessed during the fall.
CogAT testing will take place from March 3rd-7th, 2025, with makeup dates scheduled as needed. Ms. Dorsey will send an email to all families who have signed up once the application window closes and she receives a roster from the GT central office.
Students who are identified as Highly Gifted and Talented or Magnet Eligible do not need to sign up for testing, as they already have a qualifying cognitive test result. However, Gifted and Talented students may still sign up if desired.
If you have any questions, please contact Marian Dorsey at marian_dorsey@dpsk12.org.
6) TELLER COMPASSION PROJECT: BRAVE
BRAVE: Supporting Students with Learning Differences
Staff Sponsors: Ms. Joanna Futch (Exceptional Student Services) & Ms. Rosie (Library)
Parent/Guardian Volunteers: Kerry Landau
Proposed by 5th Grader Timmy L
The Teller Compassion Project is excited to present our second initiative, BRAVE: Supporting Students with Learning Differences. This project was proposed by Teller 5th grade student, Timmy L, and aims to educate our community about neurodivergence and to support students with learning differences. Students will work to build awareness about learning differences and create community action plans to support exceptional learners that are part of our Teller Community.
Third through fifth grade students may apply to join the BRAVE: Supporting Students with Learning Differences Student Leadership Team by filling out this Google Form.
If your student would like support with completing the form, please reach out to Ms. Rosie at bridget_rosenberg@dpsk12.net. She is happy to help!
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW DUE BY JANUARY 17TH!
Note for Parents/Guardians: The Student Leadership Team will meet the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 2:45pm-3:40pm, starting in January.
7) DPS Gifted and Talented 24-25 Family Series
The next event in the DPS Gifted and Talented 24-25 Family Series will take place on January 9, 2024, and is titled "Newly Identified - Now What?" The session will run from 5:00 to 6:15 pm, and presentations will be conducted in English via Zoom.
View their DPS Gifted and Talented 24-25 Family Series flyer.
8) Updates from the Health Office at Teller
We are seeing a few cases of lice at Teller. Please take the next few weeks to periodically check your kids for head lice. We can stop the spread with early detection
Please use the links provided below as a resource about head lice.
In addition, we are running low on hats, gloves, and socks for both girls and boys in our extra clothing bins. If you are able, please donate any gently used items to the nurses office.
9) Volunteer with the Teller Pantry Friends
Please consider supporting the Teller Pantry Friends by signing up to volunteer your time by clicking the link here: Teller Pantry Friends volunteer opportunities!
10) Art Garage Workshop Schedule
The Art Garage is a nonprofit that offers high-quality art education classes taught by local professional artists. Students are able to explore creative art materials, learn and demonstrate art techniques, and design original artwork in a safe and supportive environment.
Students aged 3-12 can join us at The Art Garage every Friday and on DPS Holidays to learn fundamental art elements, art vocabulary, artistic styles, about famous artists, and much more in our themed School Day. Our classes and camps and “Friday Workshops,” which are structured around our skilled instructors’ own lesson plans.
11) East High School Cheer Camp
Exciting Dance Camp Opportunity! Dance Camp:
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- Monday, 2/10/2025 from 4:30pm-6:30pm at East High School
- Halftime Performance: Wednesday, 2/12/2025 at 7:00pm at East High School
- Cost: $45.00 per dancer ($35.00 for each additional sibling).
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Includes: Game Entry for Dancer, Dance Camp routine, technique instruction, Junior Angels T Shirt and Poms.
Best,
Sabrina Bates, Principal
Jason Smartt, Assistant Principal
Cheryl Ruiz, Dean of Operations
