Edwards Congratulates Creekside-Westlake ClusterSchools on Healthy Kids Program
Principals from the Creekside-Westlake Cluster of Fulton County Schools receive a proclamation from Commission Vice Chairman William “Bill” Edwards (center) during the September 3, 2008 Board meeting. They and others were honored for combating childhood obesity through the “Healthy Kids, Smart Kids School/Sugar Free Zone.” The program, being implemented at the 17 schools this year, teaches 20,000 students and employees the importance of healthy eating habits, regular exercise and overall better health. From left are: Denine Cadet, Campbell Elementary; Commissioners Robb Pitts and Lynne Riley; Emily Massey, Seaborn Lee Elementary; Chairman John H. Eaves; Minnie Miller, Camp Creek Middle; Sandra DeShazier, Renaissance Elementary; Maureen Wheeler, Palmetto Elementary; and Vanessa Johnson, Liberty Point Elementary. For more information, go to www.healthykidssmartkids.com . (Photo courtesy of the Fulton County Office of Community Relations)
The Andrew & Walter Young YMCA provides a licensed before and after school program at Palmetto E.S.. We have 5 need based scholarships available for students whose parents make less than $30,000 a year. Please contact Ms. Mitchell (site director) at 770-463-6100 ext130, 678-612-6036 or email:mitchelld1@fultonschools.org. CAPS welcome!
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Is your child struggling with their spelling words? Please visit www.spellingcity.com . Students can enter their spelling word list and the website will teach, test and allow them to play word games to help them learn.
We, the faculty and staff at Palmetto Elementary School, will provide multiple learning opportunities, frequent assessments, and the necessary support that focuses on each student’s individual needs so that they can become college bound students, able to compete in a global society.
A school where students are actively engaged in learning
An environment where positive peer pressure is the primary motivator
A school that promotes age appropriate social skills
A school that stays on the cutting edge of technology
A school that implements a standards based curriculum using a variety of authentic assessments.
A school that embraces cultural diversity
A school that practices collaborative teamwork
A school that welcomes community interaction and support
