• Week of February 3-7

    Posted by Sierra Wooden on 2/1/2025

    Hello, Powell Families!



    Black History Month: What is Black History Month? Since 1976, the nation's bicentennial, President Gerald R. Ford urged Americans to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.” That year, fifty years after the first celebration, the association held the first African American History Month. By this time, the entire nation had come to recognize the importance of Black history in the drama of the American story. Since then, each American president has issued African American History Month proclamations. And the association—now the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH)—continues to promote the study of Black history all year. This year the national theme is “African Americans and Labor.” In North Carolina, Governor Roy Cooper issued a proclamation for Black History Month as an opportunity to honor and celebrate African Americans who have helped and continue to shape and strengthen North Carolina while also changing the course of American history. During this month, we honor their work and sacrifice as we strive for our more perfect union.

     

    Carpool Safety: We kindly ask that our families support our efforts to maintain a safe and efficient experience with our carpool students by:

    • Eliminating distractions, such as eating and cellphone use, while in the carpool lane
    • Driving slowly and carefully while in the carpool lane
    • Ensuring that all car doors are closed and staff have fully stepped back onto the curb before pulling away
    • Being vigilant and mindful of your surroundings as this is a high traffic area 
    • Refrain from having extended conversations with staff on duty to avoid safety concerns

    Thank you for your support as we work together to maintain a safe campus for all!

     

    Jump Rope for Heart: Kids Heart Challenge will be at Powell Elementary starting February 3rd and run until February 14th. All students will get a chance to jump during their elective time. While forms will be sent home, all information is located in the flyer below. 

     

     

    National School Counseling Week: February 3-7, 2025 is National School Counseling Week, sponsored by the American School Counseling Association. The theme for this year is "Helping Students Thrive." This is a week for school counselors to advocate for their program at the school level and beyond. Mrs. Montague helps students thrive by providing preventative and responsive services across tiers. Mrs. Montague bases her program and interventions on data, which she is always happy to share upon request! Please feel free to ask Mrs. Montague any questions about her role. Thank you for all you do to support the school counseling program at Powell! 

    Board Advisory Committee: You are invited to attend District 4’s Board Advisory Committee meeting, hosted by Board Member Toshiba Rice. The topic, date, time, and meeting location is on the flyer below. 

     

    Spirit Night at United Skates: Our Spirit Night at United Skates has been rescheduled for Friday, February 28th, from 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm. Admission is $10/skater. We'll receive 50% of Powell admission tickets, if 50 Powell admission tickets are sold. Please mention “Powell” when purchasing tickets. Waivers may be signed in advance: https://www.unitedskates.com/raleigh/sign-waiver/

     

    PTA Website: Families can explore the PTA website to stay up to date on PTA events and happenings. Visit www.powellpta.org

     

    Have a great week!

    Sierra Wooden, Principal

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