1. HOME OF THE MOTIVATED MUSTANGS!

2.   Motto:  C are for Every Student  F oster Learning for Life  E ducate for Success  S trengthen Character  Purpose: The purpose of Colham Ferry Elementary School is to provide learning experiences which inspire students to excel in academics, build strong character, and promote citizenship. CFES Mission Statement

3.  What is a Motivated Mustang? Those who bring sunshine to the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves. ~ Sir James M. Barrie

4.  Motivated Mustang (cont.) I have found that among its other benefits, giving liberates the soul of the giver. ~ Maya Angelou

5.  CafeteriaHallwayPlaygroundRestroomBusClassroom Be Motivated Eat a healthy meal. Follow established procedures when you are without an adult. Seek out new friends to include. Try or invent new games. Be a problem solver. Choose to go at appropriate times. Make smart choices when riding the bus. Greet the driver. To be determined in individual classrooms. Be Respectful Follow all staff directions the first time given. Remain silent during music. Leave the table and floor clean. Use kind words. Use good table manners. Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself. Walk with voices off and quiet feet. Use kind words. Show good sportsmanship. Return equipment after playing. Put trash in the trash cans. Flush the toilet every time. Keep voices off. Respect the privacy of others. Keep restroom clean. Get in and out as quickly as possible. Use kind words. Obey the bus driver. Use quiet voices. To be determined in individual classrooms. Be Safe Keep knees under the table. Report spills. Keep food in your own space. Keep backpacks and bags closed. Enter and exit the cafeteria in an orderly manner. Always walk. Face in the forward direction. Stay to the right. Follow the emergency plan. Use playground equipment appropriately. Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself. Stay in sight of your teacher. Wash hands every time with one pump of soap. Dry your hands with one paper towel and place it in the trash. Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself. Keep backpacks and bags closed. Keep hands and feet to self. Sit and stay in seat facing forward. Get on and off the bus in an orderly manner. To be determined in individual classrooms. PBIS MUSTANG MATRIX Motivated Mustangs Are the Way to BE …

6.  5 15 25 50 75100 Motivated Mustang Sticker Work with shoes off one day One day hat pass Name in Lights Shoot baskets for 15 minutes with Mr. Lawing Mustang Café with a friend Write in ink for the day. Pencil Motivated Mustang Bracelet Earn 15 minutes extra recess for the whole class Photo Booth Horseshoe Menu First Nine Weeks

7.  Please sign in at the front office when you enter the building. You will be given a sticker to wear each time you come in. Sign In Everyone has the potential to give something back. ~ Diana, Princess of Wales

8.  We ask that you do not share any information about students you may acquire while volunteering. It is an expectation that students are not discussed outside of school. Grades, behavior, and classroom interventions are all examples of personal information. At some point you may become worried about a student and we encourage you to discuss your concerns with the teacher, an administrator, or the counselor. Confidentiality

9.  Your time here is valuable, so please do not try to deal with any type of discipline problems. These should go straight to the teacher. This is an area in which you should not be burdened. Classroom Management The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. ~ Gandhi

10.   Work with children in a small group  Assist an individual child with school work  Read to a group of students  Drill math facts  Volunteer for PTO  Book Fair (Mrs. Benko)  Butterfly Garden (Jackie Tripp)  Volunteer in the Media Center (Mrs. Benko)  Square One Art (Mrs. Winter)  Jump Rope for Heart (Ms. Little) Ways to Help

11.   Volunteers who spend extended, independent time with students in schools are now required to review training materials provided by the Georgia Department of Education and complete a volunteer information form. Such individuals should click here to access the materials and the form, and return the completed form to the appropriate school principal. http://daffy.oconee.k12.ga.us/videos/OC/ChildAbus eVideo.wmv http://daffy.oconee.k12.ga.us/videos/OC/ChildAbus eVideo.wmv Never believe that a few caring people can't change the world. For, indeed, that's all who ever have. ~ Margaret Mead Mandatory Training Video

12.   The impact you have on all of us here is greater than we can express. We are so thankful for all that you do! In closing... To ease another’s heartache is to forget one’s own. ~Abraham Lincoln