Friday, April 18, 2014

April 21 - 25, 2014


  • Thank you to parent helpers for joining us Friday for the Disney Bear Movie.  Our student's behavior was outstanding at the theater.  I'm very proud of all of them.



  • Notable person Biography:  Students will choose their famous person from history. They are required to read a book on their notable person and complete research through the Internet and our wireless laptops. Their final project will be our “wax museum” presentation and a written biography, Friday, May 9th  at 8:50-9:45 a.m. Students will come to school dressed as their notable person.  All parents and guests are welcome at this time. 

    • Assessment Day: Monday, April 28th. Students will attend school by appointment only. Students only with a testing time will be required to attend on the 28th. Testing takes about one hour. Notes regarding you son/daughters testing requirements already went home in last weeks Friday folder.



      • Early Release Day:  This Wednesday, 23rd, 1:00 dismissal.
      • Paw Party!  Students earned 40 paws and have earned a party!  The party is scheduled for this coming Friday, April 25th.  We would still welcome any donations of bowls, or toppings.

      • WE NEED PARENT HELPERS for the following dates:   Friday, May 16th: dissecting owl pellets, Friday, May 23rd solar ovens.   Please let me know if you would be able to help support our learning on these dates. 

      1.  The Wax Museum and completed biography report deadline is fast approaching, Thursday, May 2nd. Many students are on target with gathering information and working on first drafts of their notable person writing.  Several students need to spend extra time at home with  completing more on-line research and gathering props and costume items.  First drafts will be due on Friday, April 26th.


      3.  ALL SCIENCE Students:   Play the following game to reinforce our studies on ecosystems:

      http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/content/animals/kidscorner/gamesforkids.htm