Dear Parents,
Well, did anyone
predict our snow days start to this week?
I certainly didn’t or I would have taken home more projects/papers to
review over the extra long weekend. Oh
well, I can honestly say that the time off to play and relax was enjoyed by
children of all ages!
Despite the
shortened week, we were able to start a new word study unit as well as our student
interview process that culminates in our end of year memory book. Additionally, we closed out our Chapter 3,
Health, unit and Chapter 5, Math, unit.
Appropriately, we ended our week with musical song- books by Mrs.
Gleichenhaus. Really, it turned out to
be a fantastic week despite the obvious loss of teaching time.
Next week is a
busy one with our Healthy Holiday party on Friday, the 20th at 12:30
pm. Details about this event and new
health project were sent home on Wednesday.
Essentially, we will be having a class luncheon in which many of the
students bring their healthy food creations to share with their
classmates. It is fun to see the pride
the children take in presenting their dishes.
Please know that it is not a project requirement that children bring
their project meal to share. But, if
they do so, it is nice to consider portions for approx. 6 – 8 people. I too will be bringing a dish or more to
share to be sure that there are ample provisions for everyone. Following our lunch, students will be
creating a craft for our book buddies who will be joining us for a special
presentation of The Snowman from 2:45 to 3:15 pm. I encourage all parents to let their children
remain with us after our luncheon so that we can enjoy this special time with
our young buddies.
Finally, I
appreciate the many invites to holiday concerts or sporting events. If you sent an email and I did not respond,
please assume that it was lost in the slush of the snow day shuffle. Please resend or remind me of any holiday
events that are coming up for your child.
I know too that basketball season is starting so I appreciate folks
sending in these schedules as soon as possible.
I will try to get to at least one event for each child this school year. Your efforts in helping this to happen are
appreciated.
As always, thanks
for all that you do to make our learning such a fun and rewarding
experience.
Below are a couple
of important dates to put on your calendars:
Ms. Coffman’s Class Healthy Holiday
Lunch: 12/20, 12:30-1:30 pm
Winter break, school closed: 12/21 – 1/1/14
School reopens: 1/2/14
Sincerely,
Ms. Coffman
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