Our STAAR Math and Reading tests are in 2 weeks! gasp !!! We have been working very hard to prepare and review all objectives. There are some things that you can do at home to prepare as well. Please talk to your child about the importance of doing their best on the tests, without stressing them out too much! Students must pass the Reading and Math STAAR in order to be promoted to 6th grade. If by chance, they do not pass the April 2 or 3 test, round 2 is in May, then round 3 is in the summer. Students will need to get to bed early the night before the tests. Please try to keep the morning of the tests as calm as possible and feed your child a healthy breakfast such as eggs/sausage/juice/fruit or pancakes/bacon/milk. Sugary cereals or donuts are not a good idea. Also, I am asking each of you to write an encouraging note (or you can do 2 if you want since we have 2 days of testing) to your student. Please send the note(s) to school next week in an envelope and I will have the note on their desk the morning of the test. I did this last year, and the students really enjoyed and were inspired by the sweet notes from their parents.
March 27th is the last day of the month to earn AR points for free dress. Some students are still doing a fantastic job of reading and taking tests. Please monitor your child's reading progress.
Friday is Pajama Day. Students are encouraged to bring $1, a jar of peanut butter, jelly, or baggies in support of Lunches of Love. A few students have brought in all 4 of the above items...awesome!
We will be participating in the Skeeters Reading Program. Students will keep a log of 4 books that they have read. Each student will have a bookmark to keep track of their books. I will sign the bookmark each time a book is read and students will earn a free ticket to a Skeeters game.
Well, Biography Night was a huge success. The students' efforts and creativity was astounding. We hope that your child had fun AND learned something new!
Friday is Spring Picture Day. Students may wear the outfit of their choice for their picture. Please remember, girls, no tank tops or spaghetti strap shirts and shorts and skirts must be the appropriate length.
All money raised for Math-A-Thon is due on Friday. Thank you to the students who are participating in this worthwhile fundraiser.
Students will be required to write an essay for our Kids and Cops program. The essay will be written at home and due on March 25th. The requirements of the essay are:
* 4 paragraphs
*introduction paragraph
*paragraph on how choosing to do drugs can affect family and friends
*paragraph on why it's important to stay drug free
*conclusion paragraph
The paper may be typed or handwritten and at least 1 page long, but no longer than 2 pages.
Pajama day will be on March 22nd. Several 5th grade students bought a spot at the 5th grade breakfast for that morning. We still have a few spots left. If your child would like to attend, please send me an email. The cost is $20.
