Back to School 2017-2018

Jul22

With July wrapping up and August on it’s way, it’s time to get ready to come back to school!  In order to start the year off right, please read through this information with your child.

School Supplies

Please be sure to check the specific supplies for our classroom as each teacher requires something different.  You can find the list and guideline for preparation here.   If you choose to deliver supplies (highly recommended) prior to the first day of school, please be sure to put your child’s name and my name (Ms. Amity) on the bag so they make it to the correct classroom.

If you have a sixth grade student, your child will need an additional, white, 2-inch 3-ring binder for their Expert Project. I will address this project in a separate post.

The school dress code can be found here .  Providing your child with appropriate options for school reduces the number of dress code reminders that we need to fill out allowing us to focus on education.  Please help Ms. Kari and I do our job effectively by ensuring your child adheres to the school dress code.  Girls: please remember leggings may only be worn under skirts, skorts or dresses (not alone).  Your child will need a pair of Indoor Shoes to wear while in the classroom and other lessons taking place in the building.

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Pool Party

Join us for our annual pool party Tuesday, August 15 from 7-9pm at North Shore Aquatic Center across the street from the school.  You will have an opportunity to purchase shirts, sign up to volunteer, reconnect with friends and chat with Ms. Kari and myself.

Rising 6th Year Students and Families

May21

Next week your child will be receiving a packet introducing next year’s Expert Project.  This year long research project begins this summer!  We are asking your child to spend some time this summer thinking about possible topics, reading about them and starting a bibliography of books  to refer back to in the fall when the final topic selection is made.  The project culminates with an evening reception where children will present their project.

Students can choose any topic they have an interest in.  This year the 6th level students researched The History of Basketball, Battle of Vicksburg, Pugs, LUA, Prosecution and the Courts, Emotions, Venomous Snakes, and Cars.  The range of ideas is limitless.

Please watch for the paperwork to come home and help your child keep track of them by purchasing (or using an existing) 2-inch, 3-ring binder.  Additional copies of the paperwork will not be provided, but can be printed directly from the blog through the Expert Project tab at the top of the page.

We will discuss this as a group in class, and again during parent teacher conference.

End of Year Schedule

May20

It’s hard to believe that we have nearly completed another school year.  Time flies when we are working hard and learning a lot.

Please be aware of these important end of year activities and celebrations.

May 22-26 – Early release 1:00pm

May 22-24 – Book Fair – Buy one get one free!  Help us grow our classroom library!  Purchase a book for your child and donate one from our basket of options (or your choice)!!

May 22-24 – PTC – Please sign up here!

May 25 – 6th Grade Graduation – 10:30 Gymnasium (Best dress recommended)

May 26- Last day of school!  (School’s out for summer!)

Please be aware, dress code is required for the last week of school.

 

 

Thank You!!

May15

On behalf of Ms. Kari and myself, I wanted to thank you for the thoughtful gifts of flowers, cards, drinks and gift cards!  We love working with your children and appreciate all you do to support them in their educational pursuits!

 

Teacher Appreciation Gifts

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Important Year End Dates

May9

Final Sage Test – Science

  • Monday, May 15

Spirit Week

  • May 15 – Crazy Hair/Hat Day
  • May 16 – Crazy Sock Day
  • May 17 – Mix and Match Day
  • May 18 – PJ Day
  • May 19 – Dress Down Day (No Logos – Bring sunscreen and sun hats for field day)

Final Week of School – Early Release 1:00pm all week long 

  • May 22-26 – Early release 1:00pm
  • May 22-24 – PTC – sign up here
  • May 25 – 6th grade graduation – 10:30 – Gymnasium
  • May 26 – Last day of school