Category Archives: Dye Elementary
NFL Star Brandon Carr Visits Dye Elementary
Brandon Carr cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys visited Dye Elementary on Friday, October 16th. Brandon’s foundation Carr Cares partnered with The United Way to fund our new Reading Oasis in the Media Center. We have numerous new books, books on tape for the new listening center, bean bag chairs, and a beautiful bright new rug. We also received a $3,000.00 donation for reading incentives, books, and tool/ways to encourage reading.
Karate
Our program combines two crucial courses into one, Sanchin-Ryu Karate & Self-Defense and Project Secure Child (child safety). Students will be trained with proven, age-appropriate techniques that are necessary for kids to protect themselves from attackers. This program is set in a fun, yet structured, environment which will give your child a positive outlook on learning a martial art. We focus on healthy attitudes versus perfection. Participants will achieve strategies, drills and exercises they are lead through. An ongoing course, where students have the opportunity to continue their education in the same location with no hidden fees.
- Location: C-A High School
- Karate for Kids 4 yrs + Fee: $25
- September 24 – November 12 Thursdays 6:00-7:00 pm
- November 19 – January 29 Thursdays 6:00-7:00 pm
- Call 591-3600 to register. Or sign up online at: http://activenet.active.com/
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*Classes will NOT meet during school breaks/holidays November 26, December 24-31, 2015.
K-2 Basketball
This Kindergarten – second grades program is designed to provide students with an opportunity to learn and develop basketball skills; understand good sportsmanship and teamwork; and have fun! This program is for both beginner and experienced participants. A great opportunity for kids to get a little exercise and have fun.
- Cost: $25.00
- Games Location: Dillon Elementary
- Beginning October 15 for 6 weeks from 6:30 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
- Call 810-591-3600 or 810-591-7238 for more information and to register. Or register online at: http://activenet.active.com/
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Dye Newsletter
Dye’s Fifth Grade Award Assembly Monday, June 8th at 2:30pm
- We will honor the accomplishments of our 5th grade students with an Awards Assembly.
- We invite all Dye 5th grade parents to join us!
Dye Parent Club
- PTC Officers for 2015-2016 School Year are:
- President: Cindy Wells
- Vice President: Cassandra Pollard
- Secretary: Stacey Spencer
Dye’s Showcase Concert 2015
On Thursday, April 23rd, about 60 of the third, fourth and fifth grade musicians at Dye Elementary performed in the 2015 Showcase Concert. The concert began with all of the students singing “The Star-Spangled Banner” and “Charge On, Cavaliers.” Then the third graders took the stage, each of them taking turns singing duets for the verses of the traditional folk and popular songs they sang. After that, the fourth graders were featured playing their recorders. Next, the fifth graders performed a variety of songs, several of which included percussion accompaniments. For the finale, all of the students returned to the stage and sang two closing songs together. The concert was well received by a supportive and gracious audience. The musicians celebrated with a Tootsie Pop treat after the show.
Dye Parent Club News
- Volunteers need for Field Day, Friday June 5th, if interested please contact Cindy Wells @ DyePTC@carmanainsworth.org
- Officers needed for 2015-2016 school year. Plan on attending our next meeting on Tuesday, May 19th at 4:15pm
- Attention Fifth Grade Parents:
- Looking ahead to next fall, make sure your student is up to date on their immunizations. Below are the requirements for Middle School students:
- DTaP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis)
- MCV4 ( Meningococcal)
- 2nd Varicella
- Looking ahead to next fall, make sure your student is up to date on their immunizations. Below are the requirements for Middle School students:
- Reminder:
Please verify that your child has enough money in their lunch account to pay for the remainder of the school year. Students will NOT be allowed to charge lunch meals after Friday, May 18th. Those students without cash or money in their account will receive a modified meal.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Students that received 3rd Marking Period Awards. Way to go Dye Bulldogs!!
Dye Newsletter
- Dye’s Showcase Concert to be held on Thursday, April 23 at 6:00pm
- Selected students from 3rd, 4th & 5th grade have been preparing many songs to share with you at this program. Students should arrive by 5:45pm and meet in the Music Room (room 401) to line up. Please have your child dress up for this event. Hope to see you there!
- Dye Parent Club News
- Thank you to everyone that purchased a Hungry Howie’s Fundraiser card.
- Plan on attending our next meeting on Tuesday, April 21st at 4:15pm
Dye Book Bowl Team (Pictured Right)
The team read a variety of books to use in competition with the other elementary schools in the district. The team used their knowledge of the books to answer questions and show off their reading skills. Great Job this year Book Bowl Team.
Elementary School Compact Surveys
Parents,
We want your feedback!
At the beginning of every school year, parents, teachers, and students sign an agreement called a Parent-Student-Teacher Compact. This compact shares what each group will agree to do to help our children learn.
We would like to know what parents want in the parent section for next school year. Please take our short survey by clicking on the links below from any computer.
We will also have the links posted on our school’s website. If you would like a paper copy of the survey, please contact Mrs. Sargent at 591-7061.
They survey will be open until April 20, and it only takes 1 or 2 minutes.
Dye’s Annual Read-A-Thon
A handful of students joined Ms. Baker on Saturday, March 14th to read while raising money for new books. A special thank you to Mrs. Fields and Mr. Steve, for their extra donations to the children, extra special thank you to Kiya Lee – she was our top collector, donating $106.00 to the purchase of new books. Thank you to all who allowed us to have another fun and successful read-a-thon, we raised $455.00.
Way to go Bulldogs!! We hope to see many more next year!
Dye Elementary First Grade “School Days in Music” Concert
On Thursday, February 5th, the first graders at Dye Elementary gave a concert entitled “School Days in Music.” The program featured highlights from the units the students have studied in music class so far this year. They sang folk songs, patriotic songs, and schools songs to show the audience some of the things they are learning about rhythm, melody, and harmony. Many students were featured singing solos and playing handbells. The concert was well received by a supportive and enthusiastic audience. The students celebrated with a Tootsie Pop treat when the concert was finished.
