NEWS TO KNOW

February 2012 Newsletter (posted 1-13-2012)
Read the latest newsletter from Gause elementary. This newsletter has a recap of Festival of Trees, Calendar items, the VFW Contest winners, info on Family Fitness Night Feb. 23rd, Jump Rope for Heart on Feb 24, and a information about "Free Dental Day" at Clark College Dental Clinic on Feb 4.

Gause Booster January/February Newsletter (posted 1-9-2012)
Read the latest updates from our terrific Gause Boosters, and learn how parents and other volunteers can help support our school.

Family Fitness Night Returns- February 23
Gause Elementary School is inviting you and your family for a night of healthy and active fun at our 2nd annual Family Fitness Night on February 23 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. There will be 6 Activity Stations to get your family moving and grooving in a fun atmosphere. Each station will be set up with different exercises for you to try. It’s your chance to find out who in your family is the fastest, strongest, and most agile. It’s also an opportunity for your whole family to exercise together while learning about keeping active and making healthy everyday choices. There is no cost, so grab your sneakers and come dressed to move!

Jump Rope for Heart – February 24, 2012
February is Jump Rope For Heart month. On February 24, Gause students will participate in Jump Rope For Heart. Jump Rope For Heart is a community service-learning program of the American Heart Association. Jump Rope For Heart teaches students the importance of developing heart-healthy habits; that being physically active can be fun, and that by raising funds to support research and education they can help save lives across the country and in their community. Gause Elementary School will qualify for gift certificates for free physical education equipment based on the amount that our school raises. Students will qualify for individual thank you gifts based on the donations they collect. Every student is welcome to participate (donations are not required). Additional information will be sent home with your child, as we get closer to the event date. For more information about Jump Rope For Heart, you can visit their website at http://www.heart.org/jump.

Free Dental Care for Children – February 4, 2012
Feb. 4, 2012 is “Children’s Dental Health Day”. Location: Clark College Dental Hygiene Clinic at 1933 Fort Vancouver Way. Appointments are necessary and can be scheduled by calling: 360.397.8020, 397.8010 or 397.8000 ext. 7371. Only children ages 2-19 with NO dental insurance will qualify. Services provided are: X-rays, sealants, fluoride treatment, fillings and extractions. There will be no cleanings provided. Clark County Dental Society, Clark College, Clark County Public Health, Free Clinic of Southwest Washington, Greater Southwest Washington Dental Hygiene Association, Ronald McDonald House Charities and Washington Oral Health Foundation are donating services.

2011 MSP Test Scores
The 2011 Measure of Student Progress Test Scores have been released by the state. Download a printable version of the scores, along with historical scores from 1997 through the present. You can download this document here.

School Supply Lists for 2011-2012 (posted 6-29-2011)
Please download the updated school supply list for 2011-2012, which you can print and take as you shop for next year.

Student/Parent Handbook (posted 8-23-2011)
Please refer to our easy to use Student/Parent Handbook for 2011-2012. Its contents will provide you with important school and district information, policies, and procedures.

Discipline Philosophy & Procedures - a Handbook for Parents (posted 8-18-2011)
Help us teach all of our students how to become a positive and productive citizen by becoming familiar with our easy to use Discipline Philosophy and Procedures - A Handbook for Parents. Its contents will provide you with important student expectations, which will help your child be more successful at school and in class.