Here's to a great last couple of weeks.
Angie
Leader in Me - No New Updates
I wish I had something new to report, but we have still now heard about the grant. As soon as I do, you will know. In the meantime, I will be meeting with Terri and Janet to have a contingency plan. Thanks for your patience. This is not a Franklin Covey issue. The benefactors are still looking and grant application. There is still hope.
Details about the Carnival Permission
Our PTO puts on a really fun carnival for kids the last week of school (Monday, May 23rd). The permission needs to be collected and kept in the classroom with you. Students will need to have two separate signatures. One for the bound house and one for the train. Please help us ensure that parents have signed both. We mark students hand the day of carnival to indicate which events they can participate in.
Track and Field
This week is track and field. Please refer to the email Anne sent out last week regarding changes to the lunch schedule Wednesday through Friday to make sure that classes get out to track ans field on time. Thanks to Chris and the paras who make this happen each year!
3rd Grade Aloha
Last year we started a new tradition at Jefferson where we say "Aloha" to our 3rd Grade students. This is a farewell that you say when you part with someone you care for, but also a greeting, and our students will be greeting a new opportunity as they head to 4th grade. Each 3rd grader receives a lei as they pass through the hallway and out the front doors for the last time as Jefferson Kids. We would like the younger kids to help us line the halls to cheer them on. We will iron out last minute details for this on Wednesday, May 25th. Please watch your email for final times.
End of the Year Assembly
We currently have an End of the Year Assembly on the calendar, but we've haven't put one detail together. Please share your thoughts on this with your BLT member. I will be meeting with them soon.
Kindergarten Graduation
We have kindergarten graduation on Tuesday, May 24th. It is usually a packed crowd. We will hold one graduation at 9:00 AM and another at 1:00 PM. It is very common for older brothers and sisters to attend with their families.
Books, Books, and More Books!
- The ladies from the public library will be here on Tuesday, May 24th to share about the summer reading program. Emily will soon be sending out details on a 5-10 min. visit that they will make to your classroom.
- We will be hosting a checkout time for Jefferson and Horizon Elementary students during the month of June. Horizon received a grant to do this for three years, but will be unable to host because they are getting a new roof this summer. Watch for a flyer to send home with kids.
- The United Way, in their most generous fashion, have free books to send home with our kids this summer! They will also be here on Tuesday, May 24th. We are working out details with them about when they will be available, but the plan is to have the books available in the library and have you bring your class through for a quick trip to pick theirs. As soon as I confirm times with Brittany from United Way, I will let you know so that your grade level can sign up for a time.
Vickie's Retirement Party
Don't forget Vickie's retirement party on Thursday after school!
Reminder From Dale
Jerome School District Foundation mini-grants due July 1
Fun App and Learning Idea from the Blog Reading by Example
"If you are looking for a way to capture your students' attention in the beginning of a unit of study, consider Goose Chase. This app allows you to create a scavenger hunt. Students use a mobile device, such as an iPad, to complete a set of tasks related to your learning goals. Goose Chase keeps track of points and rankings for teams. All attendees at my conference were invited to take part in one of these activities"
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