What is a GOOD CITIZEN?

I am always curious about stuff and decided to google "what is a good citizen?" and this is what I discovered:

A good citizen is some who respects others and their property.
He/she is helpful and considerate, willing to put others first.
He/she listens to the views of others and thinks about what they have to say.
He/she helps people who are not in a position to help themselves.
He/she respects the environment and does not damage it in anyway.
He/she works hard.
He/she is well mannered and pleasant.
He/she is always willing to learn.

I certainly agreed with what someone wrote. Take a look at what a good citizen looks like at R. L. Young!
January Good Citizens K-3

Tanner T., Abigail P., Emily T., Izzy W., Logan E.,
Maddox W., and Quindarius P.

January Good Citizens 4-6
                          

Kevin W., Jaylin P., Tori P., Samantha L., Ja'karle P. K.

They were all delightful lunch partners. I loved hearing about their lives and families. I look forward to the February Good Citizen Luncheon.

**Special thanks to Counselor Joann Deese for preparing the certificates for the event.



1-27-12 PE Star Student of the Week!

This week’s star student has done a great job of helping others. She has a wonderful attitude and always has a smile on her face. She is a very hard worker and a great leader. She is always willing to do whatever it takes to be her best at everything she does. Great job Ansley T. for being this week’s brightest star!

3 in a Row for the AR Trophy!

Congratulations to Mrs. Armstrong's second graders for earning the Highest Comprehension AR trophy. Three weeks in a row is impressive! Keep reading, EVERYONE!

1-20-12 PE Star Student

This week’s star student has shown other students how to do things the right way. He has worked with younger students to guide them in the right direction. He has shown a big improvement in his school work and his attitude. I look for this week’s star student to keep getting better and better as a leader and a student. He has a big heart and a great smile. Keep up the great work Adrian S.!

PROGRESS REPORTS TODAY! Jan. 27

If your child's report is not satisfactory, consider the following items:

*Is your child frequently tardy?

*Does your child complete homework?

*Do you and your child prepare for tests?

*Does your child know school is important to you, too?

*Does your child bring the necessary supplies to class?

*Do you visit the school for an occasional lunch date or to speak to the teacher?

*Is your child frequently absent from school, but could have probably attended? 

The problem may not be his/her ability to learn, but obstacles that can be easily removed. 

100th Day of School...Kindergarten Style!

Check out this video created by our clever kindergarten teachers showcasing all of the fun planned for their students on Jan. 23rd, the 100TH DAY OF SCHOOL!

SHARP SCHOOLS helping BOOST Attendance at YOUNG

Our students are in the collection business...the card collecting business, that is! For 18 weeks, students with no tardies, checkouts, or absences received an animal card from India and Africa. This nine weeks they are earning cards from Australia. 
                                                                                              

What's even more fun is drawing out names for the cool stuffed animals. Kyleigh B. was the lucky winner for last week. But when students come to school, they are all winners!

Thanks to all parents who know the value of good attendance. 

READING is Cool

Jackson and Casey show off their new t-shirts earned by reaching the 200 point mark.
150 points ---designer cap of your choice
100 points---medal and recognition at Honor Roll Assembly
75 points---"Decorate Your Own Cupcake" Party with the Principal
50 points---kid credit card
25 points---snack bag and drink
10 points---Treasure Box

Reading is so COOL...GIVE IT A TRY!

DELAYED START

Talladega City Schools is on a DELAYED start for Jan. 23. Young students should report by 10 a.m. Faculty and Staff by 8:30 a.m.

EBoxTops...an easy and FREE way to earn $$ for School

Click here to watch a quick video explaining an easy and free way to earn $ for R. L. Young. 

Click, Print, and SAVE with Boxtop Product Coupons

Did you know you could click and print online coupons to save on groceries? After purchasing the products, send in the boxtops to help your child's school. It's a Win-Win situation. AWESOME!!!


Here's the link: http://www.boxtops4education.com/earn/clip/Coupons.aspx

AR Trophy for the Week Jan. 20, 2012

This week the highest AR comprehension average belongs to Mrs. Armstrong's second graders. Congrats, but look out! Mrs. French's sixth graders were .1 away from tying with you!

Armstrong % 95.1
French % 95

Kinder Can Totals...so far

Nabors 77......Liner 83

Keep those cans rolling in!

Drive ends January 23rd,

 the 100th Day of School!

Shopping online = Boxtop Points for School

                                                          

I learned something new that I wish I had known during the Christmas shopping madness. The school can earn boxtop points when you shop online in certain stores! Check out this site with the information. Happy surfing and shopping....

Honor Roll Assembly January 19, 2012

Honoring Honor Roll students on January 19th at 12:45 p.m. for K-2 and 1:30 p.m. for grades 3-6th. Hope you can join us...We are so proud of our amazing students!

Managing Money at an Early Age

I discovered a cool site for parents who want to help their child(ren) learn more about managing money at an early age. Check out kidworth here.


From the site:

Kidworth is about using a kid’s income (from gifts, allowance and earnings) in productive ways.

Parents register a free account and set goals with kids (or for kids, depending upon their age) and share those goals with the people in their kid’s life. (Kidworth has tools to help with sharing).

When events occur where the kid would receive gifts, earn allowance or earnings from chores or jobs, that “income” can be applied toward the kid’s goals.

Setting & Sharing Goals

Goals can be smart products, long term saving & investing or charitable giving. Kidworth has prebuilt goals identified by our Parents Council, or you can create your own.

Goals can be shared through party Invites or eCards built directly on Kidworth. Kidworth Invites and eCards include a link to your kid’s page, identifying the goals you’ve set. Therefore, recipients can support your kid’s goals by simple gift card purchase online. You can also share goals through social media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) or by email.

Parent Control

You’ll receive email notice of any gift card purchases, and the gift will be recorded on Kidworth. You can withdraw the funds at any time. You can also track your kid’s own contributions to his/her goals.

Kidworth is totally free to parents and kids. Anyone can support your kid’s goals directly, for free. For those that purchase gift cards, there is a small service fee to cover credit card processing.

1-13-12 PE Star Student of the Week

This week’s star student has done an excellent job of dealing with tough times. He is working hard to do the right things and be a true leader and friend to his classmates. He always brightens everyone’s day with his positive attitude and great smile. No matter how bad or tough of a day he is having he always has a smile on his face. Great job Emmanuel J. for being this week’s brightest star!

BoxTops for Education

Please don't forget to clip and send in your boxtops for education. Here is our progress so far for 2011-12 school year.

thanks for supporting:

Raymond L Young Elementary School

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2011-2012 goal: $1,000

2011-2012 earnings so far: $251

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2010-2011 earnings: $0

total earnings since 2002: $1,717

25%

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Here's how much everyone at your school needs to earn each month.

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3 Box Tops

every month

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Shop & earn at over 150 popular retailers Earn at Barnes & Noble, America's #1 bookstore 

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earnings breakdown:

1. 2011-2012
 
2. 2010-2011

• 100 % clip | 2500 Box Tops
• 0 % marketplace | 0 Shoppers
• 0 % reading room | 0 Readers
• 0 % bonus box tops

19

online school supporters

2

new school supporters

1147 of 2138

AL state rank

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2012 Kindergarten CAN DRIVE

Hey, Everybody! You are cordially invited to participate in Kindergarten's CAN DRIVE beginning January 17 and ending on January 23.
Kindergarten classes are trying to bring in at least 100 cans to help celebrate the 100th day of school AND help needy people in the community.

You can bring a can(s) to place in your favorite kindergarten teacher's box in the main building OR you can bring more than one and help both classes. All cans will be given to the RED DOOR KITCHEN in Talladega. We will keep you updated on which class has the most cans. This should be fun and exciting.

Thanks in advance for your support.

Jan. 13 AR Trophy Goes to....

Mrs. Armstrong's Second Graders

Congratulations for your hard work and much READING! 96.4% class average....awesome.

Young in the News!

Reporter Kenny Farmer did an excellent job capturing the giving spirit found in the hearts of R. L. Young students, parents, and employees. 
Read his wonderful article published in the Daily Home today.

2012 Spelling Bee Winners Announced!

 Top 14 from grades 4 - 6

 Alternate 5th grader Julie G. and

Winner 4th grader Lucas P.

Congratulations to Lucas, you will

represent R. L. Young well!

*Special thanks to Mrs. French and Mrs. Nelson for spearheading the event.

Spelling Bee....Top 14!

R. L. Young Elementary

2011-2012

Spelling Bee TOP 14

4th Grade

Meghan Knodel

Lucas Pennington

Jeremia Tipton

Tyler Wilson

5th Grade

Alex Carpenter

Shayla Chastain

Carson Gaither

Julie Anne Grissett

Gracie Hudgins

6th Grade

Jackson Boyd

Coy Carpenter

Riley Keith

Keshawn Lawler

Makenzie Louallen

Congratulations to all who participated. Spelling Bee Finals will be this week!

French Snags the AR Trophy

The first week back to school and Mrs. French's sixth graders snag the Ar trophy for highest comprehension for the week with a 100% average.
Excellent job...
Keep reading!

1-6-12 PE Star Student of the Week!

This week’s star student is a positive influence to his classmates. He works hard to be the best at everything he does. He is a true leader to those around him. He is trustworthy, and always tries to do the right thing. Great job Jay P. for being this week’s brightest star!