State Capitol Field Trip – Thursday, February 1

Jan30

Our class is going to the State Capitol Thursday, February 1.   An information sheet was sent home detailing the plans for our trip, but several of you still had questions.  It is my hope that this post will clarify any remaining questions that you may have.

Children should dress in weather appropriate clothing and bring a lunch that does not require heating.  All electronics (iPhones, iPods, iPads) should be left at home.  If your child has a stand alone camera, they are welcome to bring it along to take pictures.  Any device that does not meet the expectations will be taken from the student and will be available for pick up in the office, by a parent, at the end of the school day.

Please be on time!  We will be reviewing field trip and bus etiquette prior to our departure from school.  Students who are tardy will miss important details regarding our trip.

  • 9:00 – Leave MMA via school bus and travel to SLC
  • 10:00 – Daughters of the Pioneers Museum
  • 11:00 – Tour of Utah State Capitol – During this time, we may have the opportunity to see the legislative process in action.
  • 12:00 – Lunch
  • 12:30 – Walk back to the museum to finish our exploration
  • 1:15 – Bus leaves SLC and returns to MMA

Please plan on picking up your children from school at the regularly scheduled end of day.

We have had numerous children out with various illnesses.  If you know your child will not be able to attend, for any reason, it is imperative that you notify me prior to the start of school on Thursday.  We will not be able to wait for tardy students as we are on a very tight schedule.

If you have any further questions, please let me know.

Annual Chili Cook Off!

Jan19

 Hey Folks!  MMA’s annual Chili Cook Off is upon us.  Come join the fun Wednesday, January 31 from 5:30-7:00.

Bring your favorite pot of Chili and enter to win a fabulous prize, or simply come have dinner with friends and family all while supporting field experiences for our school.   You can sign up to bring a pot of chili or cornbread at this link.

This is a perfect opportunity for your 6th grade student, or parents, to complete volunteer hours.

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This entry was posted on January 19, 2018, in General.

Valentine’s Day – Jr. High Fundraiser

Jan5

Please see this message on behalf of the Jr. High:

The Jr. High will be selling carnations around valentines to raise money. They are looking for single flower vases to be able to sell to go with the carnations. If you have any that you would be willing to donate please bring them to the school.

We would like to try to collect as many vases as possible so the Jr. High and keep the flower costs down.

Thanks for all you do!

Rosie Alexander

MAPA Room Parent Chair

This entry was posted on January 5, 2018, in General.

Happy New Year!

Jan1

As we welcome 2018, setting new resolutions and goals, it is important that we don’t forget how much we have already accomplished so far this school year.  Reflecting on our successes (and failures) is one way we grow stronger as a classroom, and school, community.

This month our classroom focus is working together in partners and groups.  Some students are naturals at guiding a group, and staying on task, yet others need more guidance and practice in order to master this important skill.  Students will discuss what group work should “look like” and “sound like”, each person’s role within the group, and how to hold each other accountable.

As a teacher, it is my job to hold your child accountable to the work expectations of the classroom.  For students, this sometimes means doing things they might not want, but need to do in order to progress and be ready for the next lesson.   As a parent, it is your job to hold your child accountable to the same expectations at home.   If you have any questions about our expectations, please review the Classroom Management Plan – 2017-2018 .

The start of 2018 is like the start of a new school year.  It is important that your students are present and on time every single day.  Entering the classroom as few as 5 minutes late means important instruction has already been missed.  With nearly 30 students enrolled in our class, there is no time to spare repeating instruction for students who are consistently late.  Students should be in class, ready to work at 8:30.  Please make sure your child arrives with plenty of time to visit lockers and change shoes before the bell rings.

Let’s work together in 2018 and make the rest of the school year amazing!

 

Please watch for more information regarding these upcoming events:

January 30 – Chili Cook-Off

February 1 – State Capitol and Pioneer Museum Field Trip

  • 3 Parent Volunteers Needed (no siblings)

February 8 – Astro-Camp Field Trip (date change, more info coming)

  • Parent Drivers to location and 3 parents needed to stay (no siblings)

March 14 – JA Biztown (5th grade only)

  • Parent drivers and volunteers needed

 

 

 

 

THANK YOU!

Dec21

I want to thank everyone who made today possible!  Thank you to those of you who donated food, time and helped cook and clean up.  This was our biggest pancake breakfast yet, and I think it was a big success.

Thank you to the parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, siblings etc. who came to eat breakfast with our class.

From the bottom of our hearts, Ms. Kari and I thank you for the gifts you and your children gave!

Stay warm and safe this winter break, we will see you all next year!