CHANDLER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Carlson Champions
CUSD Override – Ballots will be mailed to all registered Chandler voters in October, so be sure to mark it and mail it. The school district relies on increasing its operating budget commensurate with inflation to be able to continue to offer quality education for its students, which
in turn increases home values, promotes competition among private and charter schools and attracts high-paying companies to Chandler.
Calendar
Oct. 21: Rubio’s Family Food Night, 3-9:30 p.m., Gilbert and Germann roads
Oct. 25: Boo Bash, 6-8 p.m., Multipurpose room
—Lora Robinson
PRIZE WINNERS: The school’s new trophy case, donated by Dr. Eric Kerbs of Kidtastic Pediatric Dental and Orthodontics, already features recently won school awards as well as memorabilia awarded to John Carlson, the school’s namesake and former CUSD coach. From left to right, Dr. Kerbs, his wife Tiffany and their children, first-grader Zander and fourthgrader Skylen, stand with John and Carol Carlson and Carlson Elementary Principal Leo Schlueter. Submitted photo
YOUTH CHRONICLES
Sophie Church, Alexander Komar, Marcella Manzo and Tara O’Dell of Chandler participated in the Edge Leadership Experience at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff. The program allows first-year incoming students to learn and practice leadership skills.
Kurt Mangum of Chandler is a summer 2013 graduate of the University of Akron in Akron, OH.
Kurt earned a master of science in education in physical education— sport sci/coach.
Adam Wenger, Dominic Mercurio and Kiley Raica of Chandler are new students at Fort Lewis College in Durango, CO. Adam is majoring in art—graphic design, Dominic is majoring in engineering and Kiley is majoring in exercise science— exercise physiology.
POPPING TO THE TOP: Carlson kindergarten teacher Christine Thornton proudly shows off her class’ popcorn award at the school assembly. Her class raised the most money in the PTO’s Checka-thon fundraiser and will receive a popcorn party after fall break, along with Mrs. Montano’s first graders, who came in second place. The fundraiser, which earned more than $16,000, will buy additional cafeteria tables, outdoor benches, a popcorn machine for special events and supplemental academic support materials and resources for classrooms. Submitted photo
CTA-Independence Hawks
Fun Run – The Apex Fun Run 2013-14 will be held Nov. 4 through 15. Donation information will come home soon. All pledge money collected will be used to purchase security items for the school, such as radios for each classroom. Race Day will be Fri., Nov. 15.
Tax credits – CTA-Independence families and friends can visit the school website and click on the “Our School” tab for information on tax credit donations. Donations can easily be made
online; every dollar donated is returned at tax time. Donations go directly to the school and are used to support clubs and fieldtrips. Thanks for donating.
—Wendi Olson
Haley Tigers
Fun Run – The entire school is gearing up for its one big fundraiser of the year, the APEX Fun Run, on Oct. 31. Students will raise money per lap that they run; funds raised will help the school purchase additional curriculum materials and help fund other school activities.
—Stephanie Vatistas
Spay Neuter Clinic
Hancock Heat
Character Counts – Hancock continues to focus on the character trait of “Respect” throughout the month of October. Families can help reinforce the main components of respect at home, including being tolerant and accepting of differences, using good manners, dealing peacefully with disagreements and being considerate of the feelings of others.
Tax credits – Hancock families are asked to consider donating to the school through the extracurricular tax credit program, and to encourage friends, neighbors and relatives who live in Arizona to also donate. Donations can be made in any amount or in increments; married couples can donate up to $400 or singles up to $200. The full donation will be returned in the form of a tax credit.
—Guia Lehr
Hull Heroes
Halloween happenings – Join Hull PTO and friends for the annual Halloween Dance from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Fri., Oct. 25. Entry, costume contest and two games are free. Dinner from Subway, Kona Ice, snacks, crafts, additional games and glow items will be available for purchase.
News flash – “Like” Hull Elementary on Facebook for updated PTO information and check out the PTO blog at hullelementary.blogspot.com.
—Kristen Boyd
Patterson Pride
Clothing drive – Patterson’s clothing drive runs Oct. 28 through Nov. 1. Items accepted include usable and unusable clothing, hats, belts, pillows, stuffed animals, comforters, sheets, bedspreads and any textile items. Boots and shoes are also needed but should be bagged separately. Donations will be collected at parent drop-off Fri., Oct. 25. PTO news – The next PTO general meeting is 3:30 p.m. Wed., Oct. 23. The new Patterson PTO Board for 2013-14 includes Co-Presidents Mary Jacobs and Ann Rollins, Co-Vice Presidents Jennifer Davis and Clark Jess, Co-Treasurers Jeanne Schweizer and Cheryl Cowan, Secretary Amber Cook and Volunteer Coordinator Kelly Segerstrom. A new communications coordinator is still needed.
Fall Fiesta – Charlotte Patterson Elementary hosts a public Fall Festival Fiesta from noon to 4 p.m. Sat., Nov. 2. Entrance fee is $10 for unlimited games and bouncers; adults are free if not participating on the bouncers. Train rides are an additional $3 per person. The event will feature a large variety of food items available for purchase, including Jamba Juice and Kona Ice, as well as games, vendor booths, themed raffle baskets and silent auction items. All proceeds benefit the PTO.
—Anne Keefer
Tarwater Toros
Fundraiser fun – Earn points for Tarwater just by “liking” Chandler Fashion Center on Facebook. Click “Like” at facebook.com/ ShopChandlerFashionCenter, click on School Cents and then choose Tarwater to earn 500 points. The school can also earn 500 points when families attend the free Kids Club at 10 a.m. Wednesdays in the Gap wing of the mall. Families can bring their tiny Toros, sign their name on the School Cents form and enjoy cute songs, coloring pages and a snack. School Cents – Shop and log all Chandler Fashion Center and The Boulevard Shops receipts to earn School Cents points for Tarwater. Original receipts may be shown to the staff at Guest Services, located on the upper level across from Barnes & Noble at Chandler Fashion Center, or turn receipts into the front office to be logged. Receipts must be dated between Aug. 15, 2013 and April 15, 2014. Tarwater earns at least five points for every dollar spent at any of the participating stores, restaurants and services, with additional bonus point opportunities throughout the year. This great program has earned Tarwater $8,000 in the last three years. Everyone’s participation is needed to help Tarwater earn first place again and the grand prize of $3,000.
—Robyn Kelly
Perry Pumas
Play ball – The Perry Pumas football team enters the last half of the season with a 2-4 record. Recently they faced Basha High for a “pink out” game where they wore pink jerseys to support breast cancer awareness. The Pumas faced Chandler High Oct. 18 at Chandler High, followed by the homecoming game on Oct. 26 against Gilbert High at home.
—Denise Courson
Knox Knights
Life lessons – From Oct. 28 through Nov. 1, Knox Knights will participate in activities that promote saying no to drugs and having good character during Red Ribbon/Character Counts Spirit Week.
Family fun – Knox’s Fall Festival will be held from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Fri., Nov. 8 and will feature bounce houses from AZ Air Bounce, pony rides by Carter’s Farm, face painting, a rock wall from Rock-It-Up, toy vendors, a deejay and karaoke, raffles, games and more. Live entertainment on the main stage will include performances by Knox Chorus, Ballet Folklorica, Stacy J Dancing and Yo-Yo Factory. Food will be available for purchase from Chandler BBQ, Hungry Howie’s Pizza, Jamba Juice, Kona Ice, What’s Poppin’ Kettle Corn; cotton candy and soda will also be sold. Huge thanks to Party City for donating over
