Sunday, April 25, 2010

Greetings!

Reflections:
We had a very busy week. We are learning about teeth in Science, and government during Social Studies.

Important Dates:
4-28-10 3rd and 4th grade Olympics
5-03 to 5-07 Book Fair: buy one, get one free
5-05-10 $1.00 Dress Down Day
5-07-10 Pancake Breakfast with Principal
5-26-10 Yearbook signing party
5-28-10 Last day of school

New Info:
Our classroom desperately needs pencils, facial tissue, and disinfectant wipes. We do NOT have enough of these items to last for the rest of the year. Please send these items to school as soon as possible. Thank you to those of you who have already helped us.

The Book Fair will soon be here. It is a wonderful even! For every book purchased, students and parents can get another one free.

Students should wear athletic shoes on Wednesday for the Olympics.

Reminders:
As we have studied ancient Rome and Greece, and we are currently studying American government, we will use our new knowledge to establish our own country within our classroom. When this is complete, we will are having a 3rd and 4th grade Olympics on 4-28-10. Students in each class will compete against the other classes in events. Students may win medals for their “country”. Unfortunately, there is not sufficient room for parents to attend. This is a student event only.

As the weather is getting warmer, I recommend that all students bring a water bottle to school. They may keep it on their desk.

Spelling list schedule:
Week: 4-05-10 list 26
4-12 10 no list due to AIMS testing
4-19-10 list 27
4-26-10 list 28

Students should be reading a minimum of 1 hour a week. Each reading session should be recorded on the reading log, and submitted to me on Friday.

I encourage you to contact me with any questions, comments, or concerns. You may call the school to set up an appointment, or email me at mpelchy@cox.net. View my blog at http:mrspelchy.blogspot.com/ for
updates and current information.



“The educator is like a good gardener, whose function is to make available healthy, fertile soil in which a young plant can grow strong roots.” E. F. Schumacher

Wishing you all a fabulous week!

Mrs. Pelchy

Sunday, April 18, 2010

Hi everyone!

Reflections:
We have successfully survived the Aims! Thank you for all your hard work! There are only 30 days of school left…

Important Dates:
4-23-10 Mother/Son dance
4-28-10 3rd and 4th grade Olympics
5-03 to 5-07 Book Fair: buy one, get one free
5-05-10 $1.00 Dress Down Day
5-07-10 Pancake Breakfast with Principal
5-26-10 Yearbook signing party
5-28-10 Last day of school

New Info:
We have successfully finished the AIMS testing. I appreciate everyone’s hard work and dedication. We will now resume our normal classroom activities, which include spelling assignments and homework. Please bring your planner every day, and turn in the reading log on Friday.

As we have studied ancient Rome and Greece, and we are currently studying American government, we will use our new knowledge to establish our own country within our classroom. When this is complete, we will are having a 3rd and 4th grade Olympics on 4-28-10. Students in each class will compete against the other classes in events. Students may win medals for their “country”. Unfortunately, there is not sufficient room for parents to attend. This is a student event only.



I will be sending home progress reports this week. This will give students a chance to learn about any subjects in which they need to improve before the end of the year. Please sign the form, and return it to me acknowledging receipt and whether a conference is requested.

Reminders:
As the weather is getting warmer, I recommend that all students bring a water bottle to school. They may keep it on their desk.

Spelling list schedule:
Week: 4-05-10 list 26
4-12 10 no list due to AIMS testing
4-19-10 list 27
4-26-10 list 28

Students should be reading a minimum of 1 hour a week. Each reading session should be recorded on the reading log, and submitted to me on Friday.

I encourage you to contact me with any questions, comments, or concerns. You may call the school to set up an appointment, or email me at mpelchy@cox.net. View my blog at http:mrspelchy.blogspot.com/ for
updates and current information.



“There is always one moment in childhood when the door opens and lets the future in.”
Graham Greene

Best Regards,
Mrs. Pelchy

Sunday, April 11, 2010

Have a Great AIMS week!

Reflections:
The AIMS test is here….Only 35 more days of school…

Important Dates:
4-12 to 4-16 AIMS testing
4-23-10 Mother/Son dance
5-03 to 5-07 Book Fair: buy one, get one free
5-05-10 $1.00 Dress Down Day
5-07-10 Pancake Breakfast with Principal
5-26-10 Yearbook signing party
5-28-10 Last day of school

New Info:
The AIMS testing is the week of April 12, 2010. The third grade will be testing on Tuesday, 04-13-10, Thursday, 4-15-10, and Friday, 04-16-10. Students should come to class on time that week, as they will not be admitted to class if testing has started that morning. Late arrivals will wait in the office until all classes are finished testing for the day. Testing is mandatory. If a student misses part of the test, he/she will make it up the following week.

Test tips:
1. Get a lot of sleep before the test.
2. Eat a nutritious breakfast.
3. Drink water to stay properly hydrated.
4. Do the best you can.
5. Relax!


Although we will complete assignments and continue learning, schoolwork will be less arduous this week, 4-12 to 4-16, due to the AIMS testing. We will have no homework or tests this week either.

Students may bring a book, small puzzle, small stuffed animal, or other small, quiet, non-electronic item to school to use after the test during a quiet moment. The item must fit in the backpack, and NOT be a distraction to other students.

Reminders:
As the weather is getting warmer, I recommend that all students bring a water bottle to school. They may keep it on their desk.

Spelling list schedule:
Week: 4-05-10 list 26
4-12 10 no list due to AIMS testing
4-19-10 list 27
4-26-10 list 28

Students should be reading a minimum of 1 hour a week. Each reading session should be recorded on the reading log, and submitted to me on Friday.

I encourage you to contact me with any questions, comments, or concerns. You may call the school to set up an appointment, or email me at mpelchy@cox.net. View my blog at http:mrspelchy.blogspot.com/ for
updates and current information.



“A good teacher is one who helps you become who you feel yourself to be.”
Julius Lester

I wish you all a wonderful week!

Monday, April 5, 2010

Welcome to April!

Reflections:
I hope everyone enjoyed the Easter Break! As difficult as it is to believe, we are in for the last stretch of school days before school ends. Only 38 days left…

Important Dates:
4-07-10 $1.00 Dress Down Day
4-09-10 Bingo Night
4-12 to 4-16 AIMS testing
4-23-10 Mother/Son dance
5-03 to 5-07 Book Fair: buy one, get one free
5-05-10 $1.00 Dress Down Day
5-07-10 Pancake Breakfast with Principal
5-26-10 Yearbook signing party
5-28-10 Last day of school

New Info:
$1.00 Dress down day is Wednesday, April 7, 2010. Spend a dollar and wear clothes of your choosing. Please wear clothes appropriate for school.

Although we will complete assignments and continue learning, schoolwork will be less arduous next week, 4-12 to 4-16, due to the AIMS testing. We will have no homework or tests this week either.

Reminders:
As the weather is getting warmer, I recommend that all students bring a water bottle to school. They may keep it on their desk.

Spelling list schedule:
Week: 4-05-10 list 26
4-12 10 no list due to AIMS testing
4-19-10 list 27
4-26-10 list 28

The AIMS testing is the week of April 12, 2010. Students should come to class on time that week, as they will not be admitted to class if testing has started that morning. Late arrivals will wait in the office until all classes are finished testing for the day. Testing is mandatory. If a student misses part of the test, he/she will make it up the following week.

Test tips:
1. Get a lot of sleep before the test.
2. Eat a nutritious breakfast.
3. Drink water to stay properly hydrated.
4. Do the best you can.
5. Relax!

Students should be reading a minimum of 1 hour a week. Each reading session should be recorded on the reading log, and submitted to me on Friday.

I encourage you to contact me with any questions, comments, or concerns. You may call the school to set up an appointment, or email me at mpelchy@cox.net. View my blog at http:mrspelchy.blogspot.com/ for
updates and current information.



“Few things help an individual more than to place responsibility upon him, and to let him know that you trust him.”
Booker T. Washington