I wanted to make sure I got a newsletter out to keep everyone updated on what’s happening in the next few weeks as we have LOTS to do, and not much time left to do it! With only 22 school days left in this year, I don’t want to miss another minute of time with this wonderful class. I can’t believe the year is almost done!
MAP TESTING SCHEDULE:
Computer MAP Testing continues over the next 3 weeks. Here’s our schedule:
MATH: Tuesday, April 26th READING: Tuesday, May 3rd L. ARTS: Thursday, May 12th
We will be testing in the morning, so please do not schedule appointments until after lunch. ***Be sure to get at least 8 hours of sleep the night before testing, and eat a good breakfast on testing days! Please make sure your child is in school on time on testing days.We’d be very grateful for any snack donations on testing days. Donuts, muffins, bagels, juice, etc. all help the students be at their best!***
READING OLYMPIC UPDATE!
Reading Olympics will be coming to an end on May 18th. We will be having an “official” award ceremony to celebrate the end of the Olympics (kind of like our very own “closing ceremonies”) on May 24th (the day prior to the last day of school). I have spoken to each student about their progress (or lack thereof) towards their Reading Olympics’ goal. They each have a red folder where they keep track of their books read/AR tests taken/book reports turned in, etc. Please ask your child to show you this list so you can see how they’re doing. Most of the students are right on track, but some are severely behind. I am available to help with book selection, as this is a critical component of this program (and REALLY important for students who need help in getting on track to reach their goal).
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
April 29th: Harelson FunFest 5:00 - 8:30pm
May 5th: Symphony Field Trip (Be sure to "dress to impress" in your finest attire). Remember to pack a sack lunch on this day (we will not be at school during our normal lunch time)
May 13th: Last day to turn in/perform Biography Report/Project
May 16th: Last day to turn in Poetry Project.
May 18th:Last day to turn in any AR/Book Reports for Reading Olympics.
May 24th: Reading Olympics : Closing Ceremonies!
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
I want to send out a HUGE “Thank You!” to all of our wonderful parents who volunteered for the Cotton Candy Booth, our generous parents who sent in donations for our carnival basket, and also for all those “sweet” parents who sent in treats for AIMS (and volunteered again for MAP testing days). The students and I can’t thank you enough for all you do to help us all succeed in everything we do.
As always, you can contact me via email at bkeene@amphi.com, as this is the BEST way to contact me quickly. You can also call the office directly to leave a message at 696-6020. Leaving a note in the agenda is also an “instant” way to let me know you need to speak with me.
HAVE A GREAT WEEK!
Mrs. Keene
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