news and notes 10/22

Spelling Test 6 is on Monday for all classes.

Burch/Highum classes have a Social Studies test on chapter 3 Monday.

Palo/Bradner classes have a Science test covering the States of Matter on Thursday.

By Monday, November 1, we need to know the country and the dish you will be bringing to the Diversity Feast. We want to make sure we have a good selection of main dishes, side dishes, and desserts. Thanks!

Make sure to keep reading for your Book It Reading Log! Book It calendars are due Monday, November 1, 2010.

Our Annual 4th grade Gourdfest will be Friday, October 29, from 11:30-12:30. We are in need of gourds and any craft supplies that could be used to decorate gourds (especially craft glue)! All donations are appreciated!

The school parade will begin aproximately 1:50pm on Friday, October 29. Our Halloween parties will be immediately following the parade. Your child's teacher will be in contact with Halloween party information. If your child cannot participate in Halloween activities, please let your child's teacher know.

MEAP, Gourdfest, & Updates

We will be MEAP testing on Tuesday (9:30-11:45) and Wednesday (9:30-12:15). Thank you for your cooperation in making sure your kids are in school!

Spelling Test 5 is on Monday. Make sure to keep reading for your Book It Reading Log!

Pledges for the Hurricane Hustle can be turned in tomorrow or Monday. The Hustle will be Friday, October 22, in the afternoon.

Our Annual 4th grade Gourdfest will be Friday, October 29, from 11:30-12:30. We are in need of gourds and any craft supplies that could be used to decorate gourds (especially craft glue)! If you are interested in donating, we would appreciate it. We will begin collecting donations on Monday, October 25. Thank you!

The school parade will be aprox. 1:30pm on Friday, October 29. Our Halloween parties will be immediately following the parade. Your child's teacher will be in contact with Halloween party information.

If your child cannot participate in Halloween activities, please let your child's teacher know.

Important Updates!

• Monday is the Unit 2 Math test for all 4th graders. Review Sheets are coming home today. We will be going over them Friday and reviewing in class.
• VERY IMPORTANT MEAP REMINDER: We will be MEAPing all morning on Tuesday (10-12), Wednesday (10-13), Thursday (10-14), Tuesday (10-19), and Wednesday (10-20). It is very important your child is here those days! :)
• Make sure all Hurricane Hustle money is turned in by Monday, October 18. The Hustle is Friday, October 22, in the afternoon.

Updates 10/1/10

• Unit 3 Spelling Test Monday for all fourth grade classes. Make sure to study Word Preview words, Words To Learn, Core Words, and your weekly spelling notes.
• MEAP testing dates are October 12, 13, 14, 19, 20. Please try not to schedule appointments or vacations during MEAP! Thanks :)
• Hurricane Hustle walk is Friday, October 22nd. (Rain out day will be Wednesday, October 27th.) Final envelopes are due Monday, October 18th. Students will have the chance to earn a prizes with each level of donation turned in. 100% of your donations go right back to our school!
• Fall Book Fair is October 29th - November 5th. It will be open during the Halloween walk at school, but will not be open at night!
• School Store will continue to be the first Thursday of every month, beginning in October.
  Box Tops.....start saving! We will be having our annual competition in January. Top classes will receive prizes. :)
• Rollerama Nights will be November 18th, January 11th and March 22nd! The cost is $5.00.