COLT NEWS
May 9, 2008
 

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Chicago Trip
If you missed the 8th grade Chicago Trip meeting, please have your student see Mr. Goff for paperwork that needs to be returned by Wed., May 14.

*New*
Library
All library books are due back on Fri., May 16.

*New*
Staff/Teacher Appreciation Week
A BIG THANKS to all students who brought in supplies for teachers on Wednesday and to all parents who helped provide and serve lunch to the teachers and staff members on Thursday.  The PTSA greatly appreciates your support.  Remember to send in notes of appreciation to any teacher/staff members you would like to thank during this special week.  A few kind words go a long way!

SBDM Nominees
The nominees for SBDM Parent Representative are:

Laurie Daugherty
Felecia Durham
Clark Graves
Bruce McIntosh
Martha Nau
Jennifer Roberts
Heidi Thompson-Abell

The election for SBDM Parent Representatives will be held this Fri., May 9, from 8:30 AM to 6 PM in the school office.  The nomination forms/biographies will be available in the office for your perusal all this week prior to the election.

Yearbook
Note to all students who purchased a yearbook with a nameplate:  We purchased the name plates from a local family-owned company in order to keep the cost low.  The owners had an out-of-state emergency, and they have not been able to get the name plates completed.  We will have the name plates on or around May 18.  They will be delivered to each student who ordered one.  Until then, please write your name in the space on the first/cover page.  Thank you for your understanding.

Important Cafeteria Information
Friday, May 9, will be the last day that the cafeteria will accept checks this school year.  You may still deposit money into your child's account using MealPlayPlus (www.mealpayplus.com).  If you have questions about MealPayPlus, please contact Loetta Arnold at 381-3115 or email lo.arnold@fayette.kyschools.us.

Friday, May 16, is the last day for charges in the cafeteria.  Parents, please make sure your child has lunch money on a daily basis, or deposit money through MealPayPlus.  The Fayette County policy is that a cheese sandwich and milk will be offered to any student who forgets their lunch money so no student will have to go all day without eating.
 

Dress Code Reminder
Dresses, skirts, and shorts must be no higher than the width of a dollar bill (2 1/2 inches) above the knee.  Sleeveless garments must have modest necklines.  They must not expose undergarments.  Shoulder straps of permitted garments must be a minimum of the width of 3 fingers of the person wearing the garment.
 

Important End-of-Year Dates
Thurs., May 29, at 9:30 AM - 6th grade awards ceremony
Thurs, May 29, at 2 PM - 7th grade awards ceremony
Fri., May 30 - Class Act Awards 9:15 AM, Pacesetters 10:30 AM, Winning Colors 11:45 AM
Ceremonies will be held in the Beaumont Gym.

Boxtops for Education
All money earned from Boxtops/Tyson from Feb. 1 - May 16 will benefit the Electives Team.  Please continue to bring in your boxtops and Tyson labels to show your support.  Label with your team name if you want your team acknowledged for the contribution.  As of May 5, $179.32 has been collected for the Electives Team. 
Contributions are:
Pegasus         $18.18
Stampede       $39.16
TCW                $10.30
Champions     $15.80
Equestrians   $2.00
T-breds           $7.20
Win. Colors    $23.48
Pacesetters    $11.60
Class Act        $13.94
Band               $8.10
Anonymous   $29.56

May 16 is the last day to turn in boxtops/Tyson labels.  Make sure boxtops and Tyson labels have a team name on them.

**Club News & Activities**

*New*
Track
Track - please note location change for today's meet -- at Tates Creek.
Fri., May 9 - meet at Tates Creek vs. Jessie Clark and Winburn.  Limited entries for this meet.  Parent volunteers are needed!! 
Mon., May 12 - practice
Tues and Wed., May 13 - 14 - County Championships at TCHS.  Limited entries, but all kids are encouraged to join us at Tates Creek both days (Parents can drop off and pick up at Tates Creek, if athletes are just watching).  Schedule can be viewed at www.beaumont.fcps.net/sportschedules.htm.

*New*
Colt Chorale
Dates for May:
May 12 4 PM to 5 PM - rehearsal
May 13  NO NATIONAL ANTHEM PERFORMANCE L
May 14 James Lane Allen morning performance at 7:40 AM.
May 19 4 PM to 5 PM - rehearsal
May 22 End of the Year Banquet
May 27 Spring Concert

*New*
Lacrosse
Lacrosse Team and Individual pictures will be May 13 after school. Please wear complete uniform.  Money will be collected at the time of pictures.  After pictures, all uniforms and any borrowed equipment will be turned in.  The banquet will follow, beginning around 5:45 PM.

*New*
Intramurals
Students interested in playing intramural soccer should submit a roster to Ms. Browning by Tues., May 13.

Orchestra
Beaumont Orchestra Spring Concert will be held on Wed., May 21, at 7:30 PM in the Dunbar High School Auditorium.

Do you know anyone who wants to join Orchestra?  Mrs. Higgins is welcoming 6th or 7th graders who might be interested in joining orchestra for 2008-09.  Stop by the Orchestra Room any afternoon to get more information on becoming a string player.  No skills are necessary.  Mrs. Higgins will teach you how to play violin, viola, cello, or bass.


CAPS (Computer Access Program)
CAPS will meet every Monday and Thursday in May through May 22, from 4:10 - 5:30 PM.
 

Fellowship of Christian Anybodies (FCA)
The next meeting will be Wed., May 14, at 8 AM, in Room 616.  All students, faculty, and parents are welcome to attend.  The guest speaker will be JP Vick.  Contact uala.gorman@fayette.kyschools.us for more information.

Choir
Important Dates:
Sat., May 17 - Music in the Parks, Louisville, KY.  This is NOT a required event.
Tues., May 27, Spring Concert at Singletary Center.  This IS a required event.

Volleyball Fundraiser
Beaumont will be hosting a volleyball "lock-in" tournament on Fri., May 16.  The lock-in begins after school at 4 PM and will continue until 10 PM.  Pizza and drinks will be provided for all participants.  Winning teams will receive t-shirts.  The cost is $25 per girl.  All money received will go to purchase floor sleeves for a new volleyball system.  Girls may still sign up!  Please give registration forms to Ms. Browning by May 9.

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**Other News**

*New*
Dunbar Cheerleading
Tryouts for Dunbar Cheerleading begin the week of May 12.  Visit www.pldcheer.com for more information.

Dunbar Golf
The Dunbar Boys Golf Team will be holding a car wash this Sat., May 10, from 8 AM to 1 PM, at the Traditional Bank in Palomar Center.  For more information, contact Audrey Butler at ac_butler97@yahoo.com.

Dunbar Volleyball Camp 2008
When:  Monday, June 2 - Friday, June 6
Where:  Dunbar Gym
Time:  3 PM - 6 PM
Who:  Grades 7th - incoming freshman (for the 2008-09 school year)
More information in the Beaumont Front Office or Library

Dunbar Color Guard
Any 8th grade girl that is attending Dunbar next year is encouraged to try out for the Color Guard, which is an important element of the Dunbar Marching Band.  This group performs at all home football games, and competes in competitions all over the state and nation.  This year overnight trips are planned for Nashville, TN, and St. Louis, MO.  The first practice session will be held on Thurs., May 8, in the Dunbar gym from 4:30 to 6:30 PM.  Additional training sessions are scheduled for May 13, 15, and 19.  Tryouts will be held on May 22 at 4:30 PM.  For more information, contact Mr. Hood, Dunbar Band Director, at 381-3562 or jeff.hood@fayette.kyschools.us.

Dunbar Cheerleading
If you are interested in trying out for Dunbar Cheerleading, you must have a current physical form on file before clinics begin in May.

Parents of 08-09 Dunbar Freshmen
If you are interested in becoming involved with the Dunbar PTSA please contact Germaine Johnson at auburntiger@insightbb.com.  We are currently filling board positions for next year.  We look forward to having you and your student at Dunbar!

The Dunbar PTSA distributes their newsletter electronically.  If you have a child entering Dunbar in the fall and would like to begin receiving the Dunbar Happenings, please email Germaine Johnson at auburntiger@insightbb.com.

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