Cloverdale Elementary School

Success for Everyone

Dear CES Families,

Here are some summer fun activities that will keep your kids entertained and learning all summer long.  The best part about these activities are they will not break your bank account!

• Mrs. Elkins’ #1 FUN ACTIVITY during the summer is to catch “fireflies” in our yard.  We place them in a mason jar with foil on top.  At the end of the evening, we set them free and enjoy watching the stars as they fly away.
• Designate a day of the week for FAMILY GAME night.  You can play board games or create fun games outside.  When my boys were at home, we would play some competitive WIFFLE BALL tournaments with our neighbors.  It was always an enjoyable evening.
• Discover a GREAT hidden playground at Cagles Mill Dam.  To get to the hidden playground it is about 5 miles off of St. Rd. 42 W. They have nice picnic area and you can go fishing in the      nearby creek.  It is a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
• You can take scavenger hunting to the next level by going to Geocaching.com and downloading the app.  You will be amazed how many “hunts” you can go on in our area.  Your family will love the adventures you create with this fun hobby!
• If your child enjoys arts and crafts, here is the perfect summertime activity for your family.  Go to McCormick's Creek State Park with a small paper bag.  Collect random sticks, rocks, and leaves that will fit into the small bag.  When you get home, create fun “nature collages” that simply use some construction paper, glue, and maybe some glitter (etc.) and let the masterpieces begin!

Enjoy your summer together,

Mrs. Elkins, Principal