Thursday, October 30, 2008

Yearbook Ads

Yearbooks will go on sale in November. In the meantime we will be selling ads for the yearbook. Ads will come in family ads and business ads. If you have questions then please direct them to Kathy Vincent.

Family Ads:

  • If you would like to see your family's name on the add page, it will cost $1.00. Your family's name may appear as "The Smiths" or "John, Jane, and Sue Smith."
  • You may also sponsor your child's classroom page for $25.00. There is only one sponsor per classroom page (first come, first serve basis.)
Business Ads:

  • If you would like to purchase an ad for a business, the ads come in 1/8, 1/4, 1/2 and full page. The cost is as follows...
  • 1/8 of a page: $25.00
  • 1/4 of a page: $50.00
  • 1/2 of a page: $100.00
  • 1 page $200.00

DEADLINE for purchasing ads will be November 12th.

Boys and Girls Basketball Teams

The rosters of the Girl's and Boy's Basketball teams for the 2008-2009 school year have been selected. We hope that you will come out and see the teams this year. We will be selling stadium cushions to make your support of our team more "comfortable." They are available for $8.00.

To see the season schedules, please click on the link to our webpage. http://www.chandlers.logan.k12.ky.us/Athletics%20and%20Clubs.htm

The Lady Bears* team is: K. Adler, V. Cates, K. Chesnut, R.Cunningham, K. Droge, M.Griggs, M. Griggs, S. Heath, N.Miles, D.Powell, A.Shoemake, C.Steenbergen, and B. Whitaker. Managers are: S. VanZee, T. Heath, and A. Carroll.

The Bears* are: D.Cartas, W.Hughes, C.Hunt, N.Hunt, Z.Lee, N.Offutt, J. Rone, T.Brown, C.Deason, D.Lee, M. Walker, H.Anderson, A.Hyde, and D. Chapman. Managers are B.Chestnut, M.Hughes, L.Montgomery, and D.Lockhart.

*Please note, some names of team members do not appear if they do not wish to have their name published on the school website.

Academic Team Members

The 2008-2009 Chandler's Academic Team has been selected. The following students made the team. Last year our team was runner-up in the county and we had three students to place at Governor's Cup and advance to Regional. We wish this year's team as much success or more! The sponsors this year are Mrs. Sherri Pryor and Ms. Julie Phillips.

From the 8th grade: S. Browning, W. Duncan, C. Hunt, T.Powell, A.Shoemake, K.Skipworth, and T.Tinsley

From the 7th Grade: T. Brown, D. Lee, J. Moberly, B.Monroe, K.Rainwaters, M. Robertson, S. VanZee, and I.Woodall

From the 6th grade: S.Box, T.Chapman, K. Parker, D.Rowe, V.Sweetsir, and L. Woodall

Fire Department Visit

The Auburn Volunteer Fire Department and the Logan Aluminum Fire Department came out to help the Chandler's Primary be "Fire Safe!" We want to thank both fire departments for helping our students to practice their fire safety procedures and help them to be thinking about what to do in case of a fire at home or school.

Pastries for Parents (PreK-3rd)

The preschool and primary will be eating breakfast and reading with their parents on our annual Pastries for Parents Day on November 7th. Students should have brought home their RSVP's so we can have an accurate count of how many pastries to purchase for parents. Please return these by tomorow at latest!

All parents in attendance will be entered to win a $25.00 gas card! Doors open at 7:20am for those wanting to get a breakfast for their child. Then you may go to your child's classroom from 7:30 - 8:15am.

All questions should be directed to Lana Whitaker.

Remember, if your child plans to eat breakfast at school, he/she will have to purchase their breakfast in the cafeteria and bring to their classroom.

Friday, October 17, 2008

Volleyball Banquet

On Thursday night the Girl's Volleyball team held its banquet to celebrate the winning season. Following the banquet there was an awards ceremony. All of the girls were given medals and a team picture to commemorate their winning season. The eighth grade girls were recognized with a trophy for their contributions to the team. The eighth graders are: S. Smith, N. Miles, B.Whittaker, M.Griggs, K. Droge, A.Partlow, and T.Tinsley.

Other awards were given out as follows.
MVP: R.Miller
Academic: A. Partlow
Best Defensive Player: B.Whittaker
Best Offensive Player: V.Cates
Most Improved: M.Griggs
Rising Star: S.Heath

Congratulations to all the girls and to Coach Carpenter and Coach Porter for such a great season!

Middle School Football Championship Game

The Logan County Middle School Football Team has had a wonderful season this year (5 wins/3 losses). defeated Trigg County for a second time to play in the Championship game against Christian County Middle School. The Championship game will be Tuesday, October 21st at 6:00 p.m. at the Stadium of Champions in Hopkinsville!

Come out and support the team. This is our first time ever to be in a championship game.

Raffles for Fall Festival

There will be several raffles going on for fall festival. If you would like to send money for these during the week, you may. Students will have the opportunity to purchase tickets before school starts and during lunch next week. Here are some of the details.


  • "Win a Wii!" This is sponsored by the PTSO. The prices for raffle tickets are 1 for $1.00 or 6 for $5.00.
  • "Box of Books" This is sponsored by the Student Run Bookstore, Book Bonaza. The tickets for the box of books and school supplies are 1 for 25 cents or 5 for a dollar.
  • A $100 Gas Card is sponsored by 2nd grade. The cost of tickets are one ticke for $1 or 6 tickets for $5. There is a $10 prize to the student who sells the most raffle tickets and a $10 prize to the student who sells the winning ticket.

You do not have to be present to win. Winners will be announced during the auction.

Thursday, October 16, 2008

Hop-A-Thon for Muscular Distrophy Association

The Muscular Distrophy Association (MDA) is sponsoring a Hop-A-Thon for our students in K-2nd. On October 20th the students will have an opportunity to participate in a group activity of having a "hopping" good time! They will be hopping to help students who are unable to hop or walk because of muscular distrophy. They will also be learning about disabilities while helping MDA.

Students in these rooms will be receiving information packets about the program and how people can sponsor these kids as they hop.

Just a reminder...

There is always so much going on when we return from fall break. Be sure to check the school's website for the student calendar http://www.chandlers.logan.k12.ky.us/parentpage.htm

We want to remind you of some upcoming events...
  • Tonight (10/16), Parent Teacher Conferences 3-6pm
  • Academic Team Tryouts Oct 20th 3-4:30.
  • Fall Festival Oct 24
  • Ident-i-Kid Oct 29
  • Picture orders due back by October 23rd.
  • There is no school on November 3, 4, and 10th.

Keep up to date by bookmarking the calendar for future reference.

Bears Under the Big Top

This year our Fall Festival will have circus theme, "Bears Under the Big Top." It will be held on October 24th (that's next Friday night). Games and food will begin at 4:30 pm and the auction will start at 6:45 pm. If you would like to help, contact the PTSO officers. They will appreciate all the help they can get for this big night.

Each grade level is sponsoring a basket to be auctioned. Contact your child's teacher(s) if you have questions about the baskets.

PTSO would like everyone to join in the fun all next week with special events each day.
Monday - Tuesday: Classes decorate their doors (winning class will receive a prize).
Wednesday: Crazy hat day
Thursday: Tacky Day
Friday: Purple and White Day

Tuesday, October 14, 2008

iTuned in @ School - September Winners



We have new winners for the September attendance contest. Thank you to all who are here at school and are not having unexcused absences. We've had much improved attendance over last year. The winners are...

Primary: Chelsea Cummings and Heather Roberts
Intermediate: Jessica Holloway and Harley Hess
Middle School: Justin Rone

Congratulations to those students!




Parent Teacher Conferences

Just a reminder that the teachers want to welcome you to the Parent-Teacher Conferences on October 16th from 3pm until 6pm. It will be on a first come, first serve basis. Please feel free to make an appointment with your child's teacher if these times are not convient. Grade cards will be given out on this night. If you do not attend, grades will go home on Friday.