Tough Times – my grandfather use to tell me before a sporting event or after a trying time (usually after being dumped by a girlfriend) to “Get my nose hard.” I never really understood that phrase growing up, but the reality and harshness of real life has allowed me to understand it over time. Even outside of events our district has faced the past three springs, April and May bring the 6-8 weeks in education that require us to ‘get our nose hard.’ There will be times students test our patience or tap dance on our nerves, but I appreciate you continuing to focus on what needs to get done between now and the last day of school. Please continue to support the students academic and emotional needs the best you can each and every day - Jeannie and I are there to support yours!
Our National Library Week ready party will be postponed until Thursday, May 1st. Thank you to Jan for putting this all together and making the needed changes and phone calls yesterday.
Young Writers – Thank you to Connie and Cheri for chaperoning the students on their trip this week. I heard from many kids yesterday that it was “the best time ever!” I’m thankful we can provide an opportunity like Young Writers for our students.
Local Wellness Policy – The state department completed a review of our local wellness policy and food service operations. Under areas needing more work, it sited “withholding recess and PE to complete class work or as discipline is not recommended. Refer to the Demo Schools February News, Notes & Wellness newsletter for rationale and alternatives.” Possibly a good discussion for your team – I would be glad to sit in. The full report is available in the lounge. Another study with useful suggestions can be found by clicking here.
The K-5 Science Fair is scheduled for Monday, April 21. It will begin at 3:45 P.M. in the IPS cafeteria.
5th Grade Music Program is set for Monday, April 21 at 7:00 pm. It will take place in the middle school gym and I hope to see many of you there in support of the students and Ms. Mann. I know they have been working hard to prepare!
ICAMs will take place next week. 4th grade teachers should pick up materials from the office before leaving today. We are only taking 2 tests this year.
Leadership team will meet on Wednesday, April 23, at 12:15 P.M. Mark and Sandra will attend.
School Board meeting scheduled for Monday, April 28, at 6:30 P.M, will be at the IPS media center.
Smart Board presentation – tentative plans indicate a presentation during our May 7th PD. Bob has set up it up for 3:00 P.M. I will get you the final word when I receive it.
WEBSITE – Please look for ways to tie in student writing tasks/assignments to projects that can be posted on the website. You all do units or projects in your class on a weekly basis that students can share through the writing process. If you need ideas, let me know. A prize will go to the first classroom who supplies three articles for the website about their class, our school or community. How about a prize to the first three teachers who indicate they have read this far in the memo too.
Our National Library Week ready party will be postponed until Thursday, May 1st. Thank you to Jan for putting this all together and making the needed changes and phone calls yesterday.
Young Writers – Thank you to Connie and Cheri for chaperoning the students on their trip this week. I heard from many kids yesterday that it was “the best time ever!” I’m thankful we can provide an opportunity like Young Writers for our students.
Local Wellness Policy – The state department completed a review of our local wellness policy and food service operations. Under areas needing more work, it sited “withholding recess and PE to complete class work or as discipline is not recommended. Refer to the Demo Schools February News, Notes & Wellness newsletter for rationale and alternatives.” Possibly a good discussion for your team – I would be glad to sit in. The full report is available in the lounge. Another study with useful suggestions can be found by clicking here.
The K-5 Science Fair is scheduled for Monday, April 21. It will begin at 3:45 P.M. in the IPS cafeteria.
5th Grade Music Program is set for Monday, April 21 at 7:00 pm. It will take place in the middle school gym and I hope to see many of you there in support of the students and Ms. Mann. I know they have been working hard to prepare!
ICAMs will take place next week. 4th grade teachers should pick up materials from the office before leaving today. We are only taking 2 tests this year.
Leadership team will meet on Wednesday, April 23, at 12:15 P.M. Mark and Sandra will attend.
School Board meeting scheduled for Monday, April 28, at 6:30 P.M, will be at the IPS media center.
Smart Board presentation – tentative plans indicate a presentation during our May 7th PD. Bob has set up it up for 3:00 P.M. I will get you the final word when I receive it.
WEBSITE – Please look for ways to tie in student writing tasks/assignments to projects that can be posted on the website. You all do units or projects in your class on a weekly basis that students can share through the writing process. If you need ideas, let me know. A prize will go to the first classroom who supplies three articles for the website about their class, our school or community. How about a prize to the first three teachers who indicate they have read this far in the memo too.
Patience is something you admire in the driver behind you,
but not in one ahead.”—Bill McGlashen
He who laughs, lasts – DB
He who laughs, lasts – DB
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