Fast Facts about Issue 4

DID YOU KNOW...? Issue 4 will allow for construction of 20 to 22 new schools and the refurbishing of 20-23 schools, and it also will generate $2.5 million a year for building maintenance – all without raising taxes. The state will provide more than $2 for every $1 the District spends on construction. That means Issue 4 will bring in an estimated $256.8 million from the state for Cleveland’s schools without raising taxes. Issue 4 authorizes $200 million in bonds for new construction and a half-mill tax for maintenance. Issue 4 will cost the owner of a $50,000 home $44.10 per year, just as the owner is already paying. It will not raise taxes. CMSD has spent its construction dollars prudently while building and renovating 41 schools since 2001. The District saved taxpayers $42.2 million by refinancing and paying of debt early. The Cleveland Board of Education has adopted the city’s Community Benefits Agreement to guide future construction. That will prioritize employment of city residents, minorities, females and small businesses on CMSD projects. The CMSD facilities plan funded by Issue 4 is aligned with the groundbreaking Cleveland Plan. The facilities plan gives CMSD the flexibility to start new school models and provide quality school options in every neighborhood. Issue 4 will have an estimated net economic development impact of $456.8 million for Cleveland (in local and state dollars) without raising taxes. The independent Bond Accountability Commission, which was created in 2001, will continue to monitor the use of bond funds. From CMSD Website http://www.clevelandmetroschools.org Retrieved Oct 28, 2014.

Almost Trick or Treat Time ...

This Friday, Watterson Lake is hosting a Trick or Treat Party.  Make sure to send in goodies for students to share.  Costumes may be worn provided that students bring them to school in a bag. Costumes may not be violent or scary, no masks or makeup, and students will wear the costumes over their school uniform.  

I am looking forward to seeing all of the students on Halloween.  Until then, here are some helpful Trick or Treat Safety tips!

The Golden Rule

This week the students have been working on our PATHS program learning about The Golden Rule.  Ask your child to give you examples of The Golden Rule.  Within the school setting, The Golden Rule just asks us to think about others before we act.  What can we do to treat others kindly?  How can we treat others in a way that we would want to be treated.  We will continue to promote this lesson this week and throughout the school year. 

Just a Reminder: No School Monday, October 13

 

WATTERSON LAKE SCHOOL

NO SCHOOL MONDAY, October 13, 2014

Ways Parents Can Boost Reading

Parent Teacher Conferences

 

Please plan on attending

Cleveland Metropolitain School's

Parent Teacher Conference Day. 

This is a day to sit down for a one on one session

with your child's teacher.  We can discuss grades,

concerns, and work together to make a plan for

your child's success. 

 

Watterson Lake (and all CMSD schools)

will be closed to students on October 21

for Parent Teacher Conferences. 

 Times are available from 12:00 to 6:30. 

Mark your calendar!

(Please note that parents are required to attend

conferences per the Cleveland Plan.)

ADM - Spirit Week

This week is our special ADM- Spirit Week.  We have special daily additions to the dress code. 
 
Today, Monday was Hat Day -

Tomorrow, Tuesday is Funky Sock Day- Wear
the wildest, craziest socks you have!


 
Wednesday is Crazy Hair Day - Add ribbons, clips, color, and hairspray to make your hair the wildest you can!

Thursday is Mismatched Shoes Day - Make sure you DON"T wear two left shoes.

Friday is Sports Day - Show your team spirit and wear your team's shirt OVER your dress code.