November already???? Where has the time gone?? I have some important updates to share!!
I am proud to have so many students participating in activities and clubs outside of our classroom!!
Our Student Council Representative is Kelly Reidesel. She was also elected Student Council President! She is helping our class participate in the annual canned food drive. Please remember this worthy cause on your next trip to the store. The food collected goes directly to families from our Big Shanty. We hope to fill up our classroom collection boxes!!
CONGRATULATIONS to Caleb Perez for winning in multiple categories for the Reflections Contest, sponsored by the PTA!!! He won FIRST PLACE in video presentation and photography!!! He placed THIRD in the visual arts category!!! He will represent us well at the Tom Mathis level of this awesome competition!! GOOD JOB!!!!!
We have several students working hard to put together the best yearbook ever!! Na Yien, Danielle, Abbie, Hannah, Sarah, Alycia, and Michael W. are doing a great job on this important project!!! DON'T FORGET....Yearbooks are on sale NOW!!! Order yours before the price increase later in the school year!!
Our soon to be "American Idol" superstars are Jameela and Alycia. They are members of our school chorus.
Lucy Clay is a member of our Big Shanty Elementary News (BSEN) team. We enjoy their weekly broadcasts, and especially love seeing one of our very own on the team!
We have excellent representation on the Safety Patrol!! Connor, Ashleigh, and Josh keep the hallways safe both morning and afternoon!! They serve as role models for the student population as well!!!
The first year of Robotics has been quite a success so far!! Na Yien, Caleb, and Nicholas are members of this club. They are currently preparing for their first competition!
Our resident artist is Emily. She participates in the Young Rembrandt class. Her artistic talent is amazing!!
ADDITIONAL REMINDERS AND UPDATES:
Students received their first Reading Log this week. Reading Logs are designed to help students monitor their independent reading at home. They must be signed weekly by a parent to get full credit. I hope your child has shown you a copy of it. It is helpful to discuss and formulate a daily reading plan. The first Log is due Friday, November 2nd. New Reading Logs will be assigned each week, and are always due on Friday. Please let me know if you have any questions!! Remember--WE READ TO SUCCEED!!!!
Please help your child study basic multiplication facts. Memorization is essential for success in math. Everyone needs daily practice to develop and maintain skills.
I hope you all have a fun and safe Halloween!! It is a great time to be a kid, but please remember that costumes and accessories are not permitted at school!! Also, candy should not be eaten at school, even with lunch!!! We want to promote healthy eating habits.
There are two student Holidays coming up---November 5th and 6th. I hope you will take this opportunity do do something fun with your family, or simply rest up for the quickly approaching Holiday Season that is right around the corner!!!!