August 27, 2014
18820 Strawberry Knoll Road
Gaithersburg, Maryland 20879
E. Frank Kaplan, Principal
Elise M. Burgess, Principal Intern
Web Site Address—http://www.mcps.k12.md.us/schools/
strawberryknolles/
Strawberry Knoll News
STRAWBERRY KNOLL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Welcome to a New School Year!
We are thrilled to begin another new school year with the “berry-best” staff, students, and
families! We have already seen an air of confidence among our Kindergarten students as
they can now locate their classrooms, enter their SNAP account PIN numbers, and assemble
in their designated recess lines. We not only welcomed 86 Kindergarten students to our
school, but also opened our doors to 40 new students in first through fifth grades. It was an
absolute pleasure to see our new and returning Strawberry Knoll families at last Friday’s
Open House. This annual event is a homecoming for both children and adults. So, welcome home!!
We look forward to seeing you at tomorrow evening’s Back to School Night. Attached for
your review is our Back to School Night program. Given the popularity of tomorrow
evening’s event, we suggest you carpool, or if weather permits, walk to school. Please remember, Back to School Night is for parents and guardians. We kindly ask the children
remain at home and are supervised.
Although the year is new, our school’s culture and reputation remains the same. Our school
staff remains committed to working in partnership with you as we provide our Noble
Knights with a high quality instructional program. We embrace diversity. Everyone is
treated respectfully and cared for in a nurturing school environment. Our goal is to ensure
our Noble Knights present themselves as competent learners and caring citizens!
Enjoy the upcoming Labor Day weekend. Safe travels to those of you destined for points
beyond the metro area. We look forward to seeing our students on Tuesday, September 2,
2014.
E. Frank Kaplan
Proud Principal
Elise Burgess
Proud Principal-Intern
Speed Limit and Pedestrian Safety Update
Now that school has resumed, it’s important for us drivers to follow the speed limit, particularly in school zones, and remain mindful of pedestrians. Thank you for driving the speed
limit (25 mph) along Strawberry Knoll Road and throughout Quail Valley. We appreciate
your vigilance of students and families as they Walk to and from school each day. As we
adults are roles models for our children, let’s continue to use designated crosswalks here at
the Knoll and throughout the school community.
How to Receive Emergency Information from MCPS
MCPS parents can receive emergency information from the school system in a variety of
ways including MCPS QuickNotes, Alert MCPS, Twitter, the MCPS website, MCPS TV,
and a recorded telephone information line.
Please visit www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/emergency for more information on how to
keep in touch with Montgomery County Public Schools and stay informed in times of emergencies.
Strawberry Knoll Elementary
School
Back-To-School Night
Thursday, August 28, 2014
7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
Our Mission
S.K.E.S. is a caring, thoughtful, persistent community of learners
and leaders who motivate and encourage one another to set and meet
high expectations. We make a difference every day.
Our Vision
S.K.E.S. is a premier school that Strives for Knowledge, Excellence,
and Success.
Welcome to Strawberry Knoll’s “Back-to-School Night.”
“Back-to-School Night” will consist of two sessions. During each session, teachers will provide an overview of their grade specific programs and curriculum. You will have an opportunity to preview instructional materials and learn about routines and expectations. Additionally, you will have an opportunity to
meet many of our teacher specialists.
At the close of our program, we invite you to sign up for your November conference. Conference
sheets will be available in the cafeteria.
Your presence at “Back-to-School Night” reaffirms the productive partnership we have with you. Our
goal remains for every child to succeed and learn to the highest degree. Together we can create a quality education for our students!
“BACK-TO-SCHOOL NIGHT” AGENDA
7:00 - 7:20 p.m.
P.T.A. and S.K.E.S Greetings- Gym
7:20 – 7:35 p.m.
Break
7:35 – 7:55 p.m.
Session One
Grades K through 5 will have presentations in your child’s
classroom
7:55 – 8:00 p.m.
Break
8:00 – 8:25 p.m.
Session Two
8:25 – 8:45 p.m.
Sign-Up for November 10th and 11th
Grades K through 5 will have presentations in your child’s classroom
Parent Teacher Conferences – Cafeteria