We have had a wonderful parent, Christine, who has volunteered her time the past two years by giving individual spelling tests to our class.  She is sad that her schedule is no longer allowing her to continue.  The students are really going to miss her.  We really only have about 8 or 9 weeks left for spelling tests.  Can you believe how quickly time is passing?  Before I go to plan B, I wanted to see if any of you would like to take this on.  Ideally, we like to complete the testing on Thursday mornings, but I can be a little flexible.  It takes between and hour to an hour and a half, usually, to give each student their test.  If you think you could commit to this until the middle of May, please contact me.  We would really appreciate it and it is a fun way to get to know the students and their amazing personalities.

I am also looking  for a green thumb.  I am overwhelmed with all the many things going on and could use some help with a few loose ends.  I have some plants that are in serious need of being replanted into larger pots and I am pretty certain they could use some plant food.   If you are willing to donate some pots, soil, and time.  My plants and botany lesson would love you!  This is even something you could do with the students at school or take home and complete.  It has been on my to do list and just isn’t happening.  Also, if you are interested in helping the students in our garden box, this help is welcomed as well.

Lastly, as you all know, we are currently studying North America.  The students did a great job on their fifty state home projects.  If any of you are interested or willing to come and visit with the students about any of the countries of North America, please contact me.  We love to learn from visitors.  We usually like to do these on Friday afternoons, but I can be flexible.

I do want to extend the invitation to all of you, if you have experience or talents that would be beneficial to the students learning, please come share.  In the past, we have had parents come and do special projects and presentations, the students love it!  Also, keep this in mind for those of you who are returning with us next year.  I am already planning for next year and I am really excited for some the of things we are planning and would love to have you all be involved.

As always, thanks for sharing your children with us!