TRES Retriever Report May 2, 2025

Message from Dr. TRESler and Mr. Hiel:

Dear Retriever Families,

It’s hard to believe that it’s May already and we are full swing into the last marking period of the 2024-2025 school year! May and June bring many spring and end of the year events, such as concerts, 5th grade promotion, field day and the PTA Retriever Rally. Please ensure that you are reading the messages sent from the TRES school messenger and your child’s teacher to stay up-to-date with all of our events and activities. We are looking forward to ending the year strong and TREaSuring these last several weeks with the students.

Warm Regards,
Dr. Tiffany TRESler, Principal
Kory Hiel, Assistant Principal

Upcoming Events

Please visit the TRES calendar webpage to view important upcoming dates.

  • May 2 - Kindergarten Field Trip, Maryland Zoo
  • May 2 - 1st Grade Field Trip, Rose Hill Manor
  • May 7 - Early Dismissal, 12:40pm
  • May 8 - 5th Grade Simulated Congressional Hearings
  • May 8 - 3rd Grade Field Trip, B&O Railroad Museum
  • May 8 - 4th Grade Field Trip, Biztown
  • May 9 - Field Day
  • May 14 - Young Authors’ Tea, 6pm, TRES Cafeteria
  • May 15 - Field Day Rain Date
  • May 16 - Early Dismissal, 12:40pm
  • May 16 - Wear Green Day (see Counselors' Corner below)
  • May 20 - Spring Orchestra Concert, 6:30pm
  • May 21 - Spring Band Concert, 6:30pm
  • May 26 - Schools Closed, Memorial Day

News and Information

Field Day Next Friday, May 9th
We are excited for Field Day! Thank you in advance to all our volunteers who are essential to making this day a success! Some important reminders:

  • Our fields will be WET in the morning! Your child should wear athletic shoes that can get muddy. Please pack an extra pair of shoes and socks. We also encourage you to pack an extra set of clothes. Dress in layers as it will be cooler in the morning.
  • Parent Volunteers: Bring your IDs and have them ready for quicker check in.
  • Parking: Do not block the bus loop at TRES or FQMS. Do not block our neighbors’ driveways or park on their grass. The overflow parking field may be muddy; be aware so you do not get stuck if you park there.
  • Teachers will have sign-out sheets in their classrooms for parent volunteers who are signing out their children before our official dismissal.
  • If you did not pre-order a lunch, send your student with a lunch and labeled water bottle.

Student Enrollment/Registration for 2025-2026 School Year
Registration for new students for the 2025-2026 school year is open. Children must be 5 years old by September 1, 2025, in order to enroll in kindergarten. Please visit the TRES website to learn more. When completing the online enrollment, families MUST upload the following documents:

  • Birth Certificate or other acceptable evidence of birth
  • Immunization Records from physician
  • Signed original, current complete lease (all pages) or complete recorded deed (all pages) with your address, valid dates, signatures
  • Current utility bill with name and address (non-cellular telephone, gas and electric, cable bill issued in the last 45 days.)
  • Any additional paperwork that may be necessary due to special living arrangements or circumstances.
  • *Registering parent must bring their Picture ID to the front office to complete the registration.

All documents MUST be uploaded with your registration for it to be complete.  Do not submit registration until all documents are uploaded.

Pre-Kindergarten Registration is also open for the 2025-2026 school year.  Children must be 4 years old by September 1, 2025 in order to enroll in pre-kindergarten. Anyone wishing to register must first complete an application reflecting expanded eligibility criteria that the HCPSS Early Childhood Office reviews for qualification. You can review more information about eligibility on the HCPSS website or contact Early Childhood Programs at 410-313-6836.

Please call the TRES Front Office with any questions at 410-313-2560.

Counselors' Corner - A Message from Mrs. Wolf and Ms. Diaz
Did you know that May is "National Children's Mental Health Awareness" month?  Many factors influence a child's well-being and ability to thrive, such as developing strong family/community relationships, learning how to explore and manage emotions, building self-awareness, and developing healthy coping mechanisms.  ALL YEAR LONG, through classroom lessons, monthly TRESmission videos, and other initiatives, we have been actively sharing mental wellness strategies, coping tips, and healthy best practices.  

On Friday May 16, students are encouraged to WEAR GREEN to show support and raise awareness of the importance of every child's mental health.  This is the same day as an early dismissal and the Retriever Rally Luau.  (Both great for experiencing fun, connections, laughter, and mental wellness!)

Link to a student "Coping Tools" Menu
Link to "Coping Skills, A-Z"
Mental Health Resource for Parents and Families

Volunteer Training Required for all Visitors and Volunteers - Must Complete Every Year
NEW THIS YEAR, COMPLETE THIS GOOGLE DOC (no paperwork required). Anyone volunteering at school in any capacity, and parents joining their children for lunch, are required to complete volunteer training prior to their first visit every school year. Thank you in advance for your gifts of service and time.

TRES PTA

Learn more about what PTA does by visiting our website, https://www.trespta.com/.

Interested in participating in PTA next year? Check out our Leadership and Committee Interest Form HERE. The PTA especially needs a Treasurer for the 2025/2026 year. Learn more about the executive board HERE, committees HERE, and Treasurer HERE.

Thank you to the following PTA chairs, TRES Staff, and parents for their efforts on recent activities and events:

  • Lisa McGovern, Community Outreach Chair, for arranging the PE Shoe and Sock drive; thank you to everyone who donated! We are still in need of size 5 shoes, see info below to donate.
  • Lynette Love and Amanda Carruth from PTA Hospitality for arranging breakfast and lunch for a recent MSDE visit, and for the following upcoming events: field day volunteer snacks, young authors' tea, and 5th grade simulated congressional hearing lunch.
  • Ms. Walker, Ms. Jenkins, Claire Reinken, and Stephen Reinken for hosting the recent Ready, Tech, Go event made possible by AT&T and a National PTA grant.
  • Ryan Powers, Fundraising Chair, for running the recent Square1 Art fundraiser and restaurant nights; thank you to all parents who purchased artwork!
  • Kerri Guilfoyle for putting together the 2024/2025 yearbook, including taking photographs at TRES events throughout the year. Click HERE for a QR code to see all of the extra photographs collected.
  • Janki Patel, Catherine Loomis, and PTA VP Ebbie Hodnett for arranging Staff Appreciation Week, Bus Drivers' Appreciation Day, and March Stock-the-Lounge; thank you to all parents who donated!

A huge thank you to Ledo Pizza Clarksville for donating salads and pizzas for all 100+ TRES staff; please consider supporting this local business in the River Hill shopping center.

Upcoming PTA Events:

  • Now through Wednesday, May 21, Walking Wednesday. This is a PTA-sponsored walking/running program that gets our K-5th graders’ hearts beating faster as they run/walk for prizes during recess. This is 100% volunteer-led; please sign up HERE. This program is voluntary for children; there are no compulsory laps. If you would like us to be aware of any special circumstances (e.g., health concerns, special needs, fasting, etc.) where fewer laps will earn a prize, please use the same link to contact the program organizers.
  • May 5th, Last Day to Order - Fifth Grade Graduation Yard Signs. Click HERE to place an order. See flyer HERE.
  • May 5-9 Staff Appreciation Week. TRES Teachers and Staff are Wicked and OZ-some! Follow the yellow brick road with the TRES PTA to a week of celebration and gratitude for our WICKED OZ-some staff!  Thank you to TRES Sponsors Edwards Lawn & Landscaping and Restoration Roofing for donating to staff appreciation to make these events possible! To donate to the Amazon Wish List for staff appreciation, click HERE. Parents are also welcome to make alternative drop off arrangements by contacting TRESPTA1@gmail.com. See the flyer HERE.
    • Monday, May 5th: For Good, wear pink and TRES staff will enjoy lunch from Subway.
    • Tuesday, May 6th: Emerald City Celebration, wear green, and staff will enjoy lunch from TRES Sponsor Nora's Kabob.
    • Wednesday, May 7th: Defy Gravity, lift up your teacher by sending in a note, card, or drawing, and staff will have a magical breakfast.
    • Thursday, May 8th: Galinda's Goodness, sprinkle extra sweetness by giving your teachers compliments while staff enjoy a spread of delicious treats.
    • Friday, May 9th: You're So Popular, show the TRES staff how awesome they are in your own special way while staff indulge in a hydration station, soda “POP," POPcorn, and POPsicles.
  • May 9th - Field Day. Students should wear their PTA-provided class shirt or a shirt in a similar color. Pre-K, Light Blue; Kindergarten, Red; 1st Grade, Orange; 2nd Grade, Purple; 3rd Grade, Grey; 4th Grade, Green; and 5th Grade, Blue.
  • May 9th - Last Day for PE Shoe and Sock Drive. TRES is looking for clean, gently used shoes (preferably velcro) in kids’ sizes 10-6 and new socks in similar sizes. We have extended this as we have a particular need for size 5 shoes. If you can’t make it to field day, email Lisa McGovern at las0107@gmail.com to arrange a pickup.
  • May 14th - PTA Meeting at 7:00pm (In Person in the Cafeteria). Join the PTA for updates on recent events, and planning for the 2025/2026 year. The meeting agenda and link for childcare in the gym (provided by TRES Sponsor Brandon Dean) will be sent separately.
  • May 16th, Incoming TRES Kindergartners Sneak Peek. If you know of a kindergartner coming to TRES in 2025, please direct them to the new Facebook page HERE. There will be playdates over the summer to get acquainted.
  • May 16th from 6:30pm - 8:30pm - Retriever Rally Luau. See flyer HERE. See the site map HERE. Please RSVP HERE.
    • Activities:  Lei Relay Race, Limbo, Luau Dancing, Bounce Houses, Face Painting, Balloon Twisters, RHHS NHS STEM Station, Photo Booth, Live Music from Columbia School of Rock and TRES' very own Take Back September Student Band, plus UMBC Geography Balloon Launch over 450 feet above TRES (FAA Clearance required and weather permitting).
    • Food & Drinks: Free popcorn and snowballs while supplies last with drinks courtesy of Sheldon & Sons Painting at the beverage station. Food available for purchase from Blowfish Poke, Chick-Fil-A, Bull on the Loose BBQ, plus I Love Me Some Snoballs, Sweets, & Treats Food Truck (candy & lemonade).
    • NEW: Student Cake Eating Contest sponsored by Nothing Bundt Cakes of Columbia - limited to 20 students. Staff Cake Eating Contest - limited to 6 staff. Sign up HERE.
    • Please consider volunteering at the Rally, it is the PTA's biggest event of the year HERE. PTA events are 100%-volunteer led and only made possible by parent, grandparent, and community volunteers to help with set up, clean up, and running activities.
  • KidzArt Classes. Register HERE for summer camp.
  • Purchase your TRES spirit wear HERE

Community News and Events

The HCPSS Community News and Programs website makes it easy for families to find educational and recreational resources, events and after-school programs beyond the school day by non-profit organizations. Community organizations requesting their announcements be shared in school newsletters should visit community-programs.hcpss.org for more information. Questions should be directed to the Public Information Office at publicinfo@hcpss.org.