Good morning BUS 123 will be running bus 138 route this morning. Thank you.
Thank you so much for those that have already registered. If you haven’t registered there is still time! This weekends challenge is to Share your child’s Puma Prowl page with as many friends and family as possible. The classes in each grade level with the most shares wins, extra recess time. Shares will only be tracked if they are shared through the students webpage starting Friday, Oct 20 at 4 p.m. through Sunday, Oct 22nd at 9 p.m.
Let's win some extra recess !
Bus 701 students will be on bus 681 this afternoon.
Students are getting ready for Red Ribbon Week® 2023, Oct. 23-27! This year’s theme is "Be Kind To Your Mind. Live Drug Free."
JCPS believes in a drug free future for all of it students! Here are some fun activities the celebration going all week long, as we encourage everyone to pledge to live drug free! https://bit.ly/3tKyRc8
#BeKindToYourMindLiveDrugFree #RedRibbonWeek
Our Puma Prowl Fun Run fundraiser has kicked off. This is the PTA's largest fundraiser of the year. Our goal is to raise $40,000 in order to get a new basketball court outside.
If you haven't already, please take a few minutes to register your child using the link or QR code on their donation envelope. Any child that registers by tonight, will have their class entered into a drawing for a donut party tomorrow. We appreciate all the support and look forward to using this money to better our school!
Mr Brandon getting his windshield clean after his morning bus route. This is what you call being creative to get the job done. Thanks for all you do for our kids Mr. Brandon.
We have kicked off our fall Fun Run, the Puma Prowl! Over the next two weeks, we will be raising money to support our school and get new basketball courts. Please take a few minutes to register and share your student’s fundraising page tonight. Every student will participate in our Fun Run on November 1st and we are asking for 100% of our students to register and share their fundraising page. Please click the link below to get registered.
https://bit.ly/pumaprowl2023
Every student who registers by Thursday at midnight will be entered in a drawing to win their class donuts on Friday morning. Register and share tonight.
Bus 701 will be picked up on bus 681 possibly 10 minutes late.
After school, our dual language staff taught staff dances and served snacks. What a wonderful way to end Hispanic Heritage month! Love what we do and who we do it with.
We have some good news! Our dear friends at Smith's Nursery have extended our Spirit day! Now, you can visit them today and tomorrow for our school to receive credit! That's two days to get your Pumpkins, Mums,etc at the best nursery in town!
Please come on out (when the rain stops) and support our amazing PTA!
Polenta Elementary Head Custodian Jason Oliver is our Classified Employee of the Month! He had 23 nominations for Employee of the Month!!! Jason Oliver consistently exceeds his responsibilities, significantly impacting the school's cleanliness, safety, and overall morale. As the head custodian, he has shown exceptional leadership skills. Leading by example, Oliver motivates the custodial team to maintain high standards, and ensures that all tasks are completed efficiently and effectively. He fosters a sense of unity and cooperation among team members, improving productivity and contributing to a harmonious workplace for all. Let's hear a Puma roar for Jason Oliver!!! 👏😎
Bus 712 will be approximately 1 hour late this morning due to flat tire on bus
Llamando a todos los héroes: ¡En NSLW celebramos el poder del almuerzo escolar! En la búsqueda del éxito académico, las investigaciones muestran que los almuerzos escolares saludables brindan a los niños la ayuda que necesitan para sobresalir. #NSLW23 #SubedeNivelconelAlmuerzoEscolar
Today is the first day of National School Lunch Week!
This year the School Nutrition Association and JCPS are celebrating the power of school lunch! In the quest for academic success, research shows that healthy school lunches give kids the stats they need to come out on top. 🥗🍞
#NSLW23 #LevelUpWithSchoolLunch
721 is on bus 123 and is running about 15 minutes behind this morning
Oliver consistently checks in to ensure that he is completing all of his work he's been assigned. He is aware of the environment in which he works best & makes sure he seeks it out for himself so he can complete all of his work. Keep up the good work Oliver!
Let's make some noise for our teachers on #NationalTeachersDay!!!
Teachers don't just teach the students of JCPS, they inspire, motivate, mentor, and coach them. Our teachers pour their hearts and souls into their students each and every day. Teaching is a calling, and we are forever grateful to those who have answered that call, and have chosen JCPS to fulfill their purpose!
THANK YOU TEACHERS!!!💝👏
Next up...Tamara Poland, Principal of Polenta Elementary! Ms. Poland has a tremendous impact on the students and staff of Polenta. Her hard work, passion, and bright smile shine through every day.
Puma family, let's give a round of applause to Ms. Poland for being the exceptional leader she is! ✨🐱
Congratulations to Mr. Jason Oliver our Head Custodian for being the JCPS October Classified Employee of the Month. Mr. Oliver does an awesome job of leading our custodians each day in order to ensure our building is always clean!
