It’s been a kind of wet and dreary week …. with a couple days inside pretty much all day! But we’ve worked hard and accomplished lots this week. We had our Worries and Fears assembly on Tuesday, and did some follow up activities after. I have to say, in reading the responses to what makes them nervous or scared, and what they can do for themselves to help in those situations, I was so pleased with the thoughtfulness and intention that they responded with. I think it helped me to know a little bit more of who they are, and that is always a pleasure. We also used this week to do some Place Value Assessment, while also having some fun with that (edible place value)! This week has been great. I hope you all enjoy your weekend!
Dates to Remember:
Wednesday, November 10th – Remembrance Day assembly (students only)
Thursday, November 11th – Remembrance day – no school
Friday, November 12th – Pro-d day, no school
Spelling:
No spelling list due to short week.
Bible Memory:
Taste and see that the Lord is good, blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.
Psalm 34:8
Reminders and Other Information:
- Home Reading program – read and return your books
- Reminder to send your child with water bottles – we don’t have a fountain in class
- Dress for the weather! Please remember to send your child with everything they will need if it is an outside day … some of these last few days have been VERY cold, but we still go outside. We also are outside if it is raining a little. So please, send jackets, rain boots, and anything they need to stay warm.
- Love Guatemala Fall Fundraiser Lunch – December 1st – cutoff to order Hot Dogs and Fries is Wednesday, November 24th – MUST be pre-purchased – go to MunchaLunch to order
- Pizza Orders – please remember to PRE-ORDER if you would like pizza lunch on Tuesdays
Crim Checks – if you plan/hope to come on any field trips this year, or if you hope to volunteer in the classroom at some point, please get your Crim Check started right away, so that we have it on file when the time comes. Check in with the office about getting the appropriate paperwork.
Scholastic Orders: If you are placing a scholastic order, you can do so online, and this is the class code that you will need: RC155750
Library Fundraiser Update!!
Guess How Many Candies in the Jar
We have approximately 200 entries to date. Students can continue to guess up to November 25th during their Library times. High School students are welcome to drop by Tuesday and Wednesday at their lunch time or Thursday and Friday to drop off entries. All students are welcome to come guess before school!
SinAmen Bun Co. Fundraiser
Thank you very much for the approximately 20 cinnamon buns orders received so far. So far, this has raised $100.00 for new library books! You can continue to bring your orders for some yummy cinnamon buns to the school office up to November 30th. Order forms can be picked up at the School Office or at the Library.
Book Donations
A very big “THANK YOU” to the families who have given cash donations and donated books from their home libraries. The Library has gratefully received the following books: Carson Crosses Canada and The Imagination Station – Refugees on the Run. These books will be added to the library with a picture of the family placed at the front as a thank you! We are still looking for the following books to add to our collection.
Current books we are looking to acquire:
National Geographic Kids – Cost $5 – $25 (Scholastics/Amazon)
Sport Illustrated for Kids – Cost $15 – $35 (Scholastics/Amazon)
Rocks and Minerals for Kids – Cost $5 – $25 (Scholastics/Amazon)
Mighty Machines, Planes, Trains, Automobiles – Cost $10 – $35
(Scholastics/Amazon/Bookman/Nuggets)
I Survived by Lauren Tarshis – Any title – Cost $5 – $15
(Scholastics/Amazon/Bookman/Nuggets)
Other books
The Gift of the Inuksuk $27.01 Hardcover Amazon
Mr. Hiroshi’s Garden $23.67 Hardcover Amazon
The Blackgaard Chronicles Book 5 Knight’s Scheme $11.54 – Focus on the Family
These Are My Words $17.84 Hardcover Chapters
Dariens Rise, Arin’s Judgement, Annison’s Risk and Glennall’s Betrayal, Daven’s Defiance, Fendars’ Legacy – $20.99 Softcover Book Set -Focus on the Family
Your support of our school library is greatly appreciated! Please email questions to – sbritz@highroadacademy.com.
Sincerely,
Ms. Shirley Britz