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Welcome
 

Welcome to Chatham Park Elementary School

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Chatham Park's second grade bathrooms had a facelift by some very talented parents.
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Thanks for a job well done!
 
 
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School District to Offer Summer Music Program Again to Township Residents

Online Registration Now Available

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Residents of Haverford Township are once again invited to enroll their children in The School District of Haverford Township Summer Music Program for elementary and secondary students.  The program offers a unique summer experience for children interested in music; whether they want to advance their instrumental skills or learn the basics, the program has something for everyone.

 

Registration forms for each session are available online or from the district's music teachers.  All forms must be submitted by May 17.   There will be a meeting in the Haverford High School Auditorium on Wednesday, May 16at 7:30 p.m. for 3rd grade parents regarding the beginning instrumental program.

 

For additional information and pricing, please visit one of the two links below or contact Summer Music Director Michael Martin by voice mail at 610-853-5900 ext. 6724, or by e-mail atmartin@havsd.net.

 

Township residents go to:  http://haverfordmusic2012.eventbrite.com/?access=resident 

Non-residents go to:   http://haverfordmusic2012.eventbrite.com/?access=nonres

 
 

 
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Mayfair
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Save the date!  Mayfair is Saturday, May 19th from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm at the school.
There will be games, prizes, moonbounces, and much more.  It’s a fun day for all!
Get Your May fair Bracelets!
Unlimited games and prizes with the purchase of a May Fair bracelet! All bracelets purchased by May 16th will be $10. After the 16th you will need to buy them at the fair for $15 each. You may buy bracelets for younger siblings as well as Chatham students. Click here for more details and to get your order form. If you have any questions please contact Megan Salvesen at megansalvesen@hotmail.com.
 
 
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Summer Reading Lists are here!

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Look under Site Shortcuts on the left side of this page and click on 
 
 
for a complete list of  summer reading for each grade
 
from Grade 1 through Grade 8,
 
or
click on the grade level link below that your child will enter in September.
 
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14th Annual Maniac Magee Run for the Homeless

On Saturday, May 19, 2012 at 9 a.m., Chatham Park Elementary School will be hosting the 14th Annual Maniac Magee Run for the Homeless, the proceeds of which are donated to the Norristown Salvation Army. This two-mile run and one-mile walk through the Chatham Park neighborhood is a great first race for new runners and for families looking to run or walk together.

The key to raising money for the Norristown Salvation Army is sponsors.  We know many of you and your families and friends own businesses and provide services to Chatham families. To make this wonderful event a success- WE NEED YOUR HELP! [ http://www.chathamparkfamilies.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/ManiacMageeSponsership2012.pdf ]Click here to review the sponsorship forms.

We have donated over $70,000 in the past 13 years and this year the Salvation Army Family Shelter System needs our help more than ever. We have been recognized as the Family Shelter System’s greatest annual contributor and in order to continue that tradition we need your assistance.

Volunteer as a SPONSOR, planning committee member or race day marshal.

Please contact Dan Marsella at 610-853-5900 x1000 or marsella@havsd.net or Eileen Donaghy at ebstudley@aol.com or 610-449-4634 to donate your time, money or ideas.

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Announcements

  • Field Day Orders

    Just a reminder Field Day shirt and short orders are due this Wednesday May9th.   If you need another order form click here and be sure to ask your child which team they are on. The shirts cost $5. The girls knit shorts will be $10 and the boys mesh shorts will be $12.  If you have any other questions please contact Sally Braud at geauxbraud@hotmail.com .
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  • Last Day Of School

    The Board of School Directors agreed to adjust the student calendar at their May 3rd meeting identifying June 15th as
    the last student day for grades 1 through 12 and June 14th as the last day for kindergarten.
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  • Post-Secondary Transition Fair

    The School District of Haverford Township would like to invite you to attend our First Annual Post-Secondary Transition Fair. It is our mission to provide families and students with valuable information about the supports available to you as you plan, with us, your child’s transition to post secondary education, employment, and independent living. A variety of representatives will be available to speak to students and families.

    May 7, 2012,  Haverford High School, 6:00-8:00pm.


     
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  • Information on Bullying

    At Chatham Park and as a District, we take bullying very seriously.  The information we are providing on our school website is designed to serve as a quick
    reference on the topic.

                Our School Guidance program provides instruction to children (K – 5) on how to understand the difference between teasing and bullying and what to do when bullying happens.  For more detailed information please go to our District website under “Home” and click on Harassment and Bullying.
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  •  Lost and Found

    Please check the ever growing lost and found section in the school. If your son or daughter has come home missing some clothing items they may be located in the Lost and Found bin.

     
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  • New Absence Excuse Form/Family Vacation Time Request

    We have developed a New Absence Excuse Form to use when you child is sick, arriving late or leaving early.  The Pennsylvania Department of Education collects mandated data through an electronic reporting system called the Pennsylvania Information Management System (PIMS).  School attendance data will be reported electronically to the Department of Education. It is important that we report attendance accurately according to these new requirements. 

    A reminder that all family vacation time, where children will be taken out of school, must be approved by Mr. Marsella at least 10 days in advance.  When filling out the request form please make sure to indicate that there will be an educational component to the travel.  Mr. Marsella is only permitted to give approval for 5 consecutive days of absence.  Any time beyond that will be recorded as unexcused. Pre-arranged Absence/Vacation Form
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