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WILDCAT NEWS FOR WILSON CREEK FAMILIES

Wilson Creek Wildcats are Reliable !

“Where Knowledge Flows and Learning Grows”

Text Box: Dear Wilson Creek Family,
Surprise Visit From the Atlanta Braves!
Because our school had the highest participation in the Braves All Star Student Achiever Program last
year, we had a surprise visit today. Atlanta Braves’ pitchers Tommy Hanson and Kris Medlen came to meet
with all the students. The Chick-fil-A cow also made an appearance. As an added special treat, all fifth
graders received tickets to next Thursday’s game since they are the first class to make it all the way through Wilson Creek! Early Release
I want to send a special thanks to our ever supportive PTA. They provided lunch for us on our early release day. We spent a productive afternoon discussing the Value Added process and working on our strategic
planning objectives. Local School Advisory Council Winners!
While we originally had three parents vying for two spots on our LSAC, one parent decided she could not
participate. Therefore, congratulations to Ruth Hartman and Karen Gomillion Fuqua who will be our new
parent representatives.
From Your School Social Worker Myra Cornelius-Fennell, LMSW
AFTER SCHOOL SUPERIVISION GUIDELINE
As your School Social Worker, I would like to take the opportunity to wish you and your students a happy new school year. In an effort to help keep our children safe, I would like to remind you of the guidelines provided by Fulton County Department of Family and Children Services in reference to the amount of time and acceptable ages that a child may be left home unsupervised or supervised by a child under the age of 18 years. Children under the age of eight (8) may never be left alone in self care for
any period of time. Children between the ages of nine (9) and twelve (12) may be left alone for
brief periods of time (less than two hours when the child is determined to
be mature by the caretaker). However, they may NOT be responsible for
the care of younger siblings. Please know the state is very firm on this policy. Children ages thirteen (13) and older may be left alone and may perform the
role of babysitter as authorized by the parent/caretaker. It is advisable to
limit this time to twelve (12) hours or less and only when the child is determined
mature by the caretaker. It is also suggested that children thirteen (13) years
or older caring for others receive training from a course on babysitting. Older children with special conditions or disabilities should not be left alone. It is my hope that this information will be helpful to you. If you are in need of information about local child care
facilities that provide bus pick-up and drop-off to our school, please contact the school at 770-497-3811. For further
information or questions concerning these guidelines, please feel free to
contact at the same phone number. From Our Counseling Department:
Fill Someone’s Bucket with Reliability Reliability - A person who does as promised can be considered as reliable. Reliability is an admirable
social character trait. People don't like to deal with those who are unreliable. They'd rather give their
business and rewards to the person they can count on. Also, the reliable person feels good, knowing
that he or she is trusted.

www.wilsoncreekelementary.com

Equal Opportunity Agency Compliance Coordinator 404-763-4585 TTY 1-800-255-0135
Wilson Creek Elementary is a No Put Down Zone and our students are Respectful, Responsible and Ready to Learn.

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School News
Wilson Creek Biography Book Club
Attention all 2nd and 3rd grade students! You are cordially invited to join Wilson Creek’s new Biography Book Club!
To join the club, just read 10 biographies (true stories of famous people’s lives) on your reading level. All 2nd and 3rd grade
students who read 10 biographies and turn in a special reading log will receive an invitation to an ice cream party celebration! Look for the Biography Book Club reading log in today’s VIP packets.

PTA News
Wildcat Sharing
The Foster Care Support Foundation, Inc., is an all volunteer community resource dedicated to helping provide free clothing, toys and equipment to foster children in Georgia. They need gently used coats and accessories to distribute this fall for sizes infant to teen. We will be collecting donations in the atrium outside the cafeteria in boxes from Friday, September 25 through Friday, October 2. Kids can bring donations with them to school starting September 25 and drop them off on the way to class. Any questions, please call Karyn Bruck at 770-813-9794.
Family Photo
A professional photographer will be at the school on September 29 and 30 and at the Tanner Photography Studio on October 4 to take your family’s picture. Receive an 11x14 family portrait for only $20.00. There are still plenty of appointment times available on all three days. Please return the coupon from the flier your received two w.eeks ago along with payment to secure your appointment. If you have any questions please contact Teri Hernandez at 770-813-9678 or email her at tzhern@bellsouth.net.
PTA Reflections
In today’s VIP packet is a flyer regarding the 2009-2010 PTA Reflections theme. Deadline for entries is October 16. Entry forms are available outside the PTA office in the lobby. Any questions, please contact Julie Hislop at jhislop2001@yahoo.com.
Book Fair Chair Needed
We are looking for someone to chair our Book Fair this year! This year the book fair is from November 2 - 6. If you are interested, please contact Kelly Upton, VP Academic Services, at supton6662@aol.com.

Evergreen School Plaque
Have you noticed the new “Evergreen School” sign at the entrance to our school? We’re excited to be recognized by “Keep Johns Creek Beautiful” with this distinction. We received the plaque after fulfilling the goals set last year to raise environmental awareness at our school. Most notable was the paper recycling program implemented last year. Please look for more information about a school-wide recycling program we hope to roll out very soon. Great job Green Team!!
Nike Reuse-A-Shoe Recycling
Does your family have athletic shoes they’ve outgrown or worn out? Please bring them to our school during September 25 – October 2 (same week as the coat drive). We will be making a donation to Nike. They take any brand athletic shoe and break them down to be re-used for athletic surfaces like running tracks and basketball courts. See www.nikereuseashoe.com for more details. Any size and brand of athletic shoe will be accepted except for cleats or shoes with metal spikes. Look for the box in the atrium outside the cafeteria. Any questions, e-mail Jennifer Braynard at braynards@bellsouth.net.

Community News
Northview Homecoming Parade
On Friday, September 25, Northview High School will have its homecoming game against South Forsyth. The homecoming
festivities begin at 5:45 with the start of the parade which steps off from Wilson Creek Elementary and proceeds down Parson’s Road into the Northview parking lot. Our goal is to line the streets with Titan fans of all ages!
Upward Flag Football and Cheerleading Registration
In today’s VIP packet is a registration form for the Johns Creek Baptist Church Upward Flag Football and Cheerleading. Deadline for registration is September 27.

Flyers included in today’s VIP packet:
PTA Reflections
Upward Flag Football & Cheerleading Flyer
Biography Book Club for 2nd & 3rd Grades

Thanks to our Business Partners : Emory Johns Creek Hospital - 6325 Hospital Parkway, Johns Creek, GA 30097; Carvel - 4090 Johns Creek Parkway, Suite D, Suwannee GA 30024; Great Harvest Bread Company - 10305 Medlock Br. Rd. Johns Creek, GA 30097; Publix - 5805 State Bridge Road; Johns Creek, GA 30097; Northside Hospital - 1000 Johnson Ferry Road, Atlanta, GA 30342; Chick-fil-A - Johns Creek, 3643 Peachtree Parkway, Suwannee, GA 30024; Starbucks Coffee - Johns Creek, 11720 Medlock Bridge, Suwannee, GA 30024; Cartridge World - 10475 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek, GA 30097; Verra-Zanno Pizzeria - 11600 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek, GA. 30097; The DoJo American Karate Center - 10820 Abbotts Bridge; Johns Creek, GA 30097; Ricci Orthodontics - 10475 Medlock Bridge Road, Suite 114, Johns Creek, GA 30097; Stevi B’s Pizza Buffet - 5805 State Bridge Road, Suite 400, Johns Creek, GA 30097; HealthSource - 10475 Medlock Bridge Road; Suite 810; Johns Creek , GA 30097. Shane’s Rib Shack - Brookwood Market Place; 2609 Peachtree Parkway; Suwannee, GA 30024

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9/21 - 9/25	ITBS Tests for Grades 3 & 5
9/25	Wilson Creek Spirit Day - Wear Your Spirit Wear to School
9/25	Northview Homecoming Parade/Game	5:45 p.m.
9/25 - 10/2	Wildcat Sharing Coat Drive/Nike Reuse-A-Shoe Recycling
9/29	LSAC Meeting - Front Office Conference Room	7:30 a.m.
9/29 - 9/30	PTA Sponsored Tanner Photography	4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
9/30	PTA Sponsored Tanner Photography	4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.