Save Fred!

Today in Science we did an activity that involved students working together.  This is what they found on their desks. 

The task: SAVE FRED!
Fred is a gummy worm.  He can't swim so he always wears a life preserver (the ring).  However, his boat (the cup) capsized before he put on his life preserver.  It is your job to work together to help Fred get into his life preserver.  You can't touch Fred, the boat, or preserver using your hands.  You can only use the paper clips.  Good luck!

Here is how it went...

 

 

 

 

Needless to say, Fred drowned a couple of times, but he was saved and did get his life preserver on and back in his boat.  Afterwards, we talked about our strategies and how coming up with a plan and working together was very useful in this activity (and in life, really)! 

Next up is the Human Body...and all those wonderful (and gross) things that go on inside us!

Welcome Back!!

Welcome back!  We have the first day under our belts.  Our day was filled with some 'getting to know you' activities, computers, passing out math books, and most of it was dedicated to putting supplies away!  Thank you for making sure students had all their goodies!  I will send home some more notes about classroom procedures throughout the week.  For your child's homework tonight, please complete the Student Contact Information send it back with them.  I hope your child had a great day and I can't wait to see them again tomorrow!

Getting Started...

This weekend I had the opportunity to get into school and get some work done in our classroom.  Here is a picture of what it looked like when I walked in...

It was pretty bare.  No bulletin boards, no posters, just bare.  After several hours, it looks much better!  I at least feel like I am making progress.

There is still plenty to do. Including this...

 

AHHHH!  I will be ready for you on August 20th!  See you then!

Welcome Class of 2022!

Welcome Class of 2022!

Yes, I was surprised when I did the math on that....2022!  We better get started!

I hope all my smarties enjoyed the summer, three entire months of a HOT summer!  Please tell me you managed to stay COOL!  It was a challenge!  Well, I am gearing up for an exciting school year.  I will be busy prepping our classroom for the year.  I can't wait to see you on August 20th.  Rest up, we have a lot of work to get to...afterall, I need to prepare your for your bright, successful futures!

Check back for updates...see you soon!

Supply list addition....
Girls - Germ-X
Boys - Chlorox wipes

Our Eyes are on You!

Here is our most recent art project!  Some of the students said that they look creepy hanging in the hallway....like eyes are always watching!!  Students worked with charcoal pencils to draw and shade.



Just a reminder....the Book Fair is here this week.  It will be opened all day duirng school hours and on Tuesday during conferences. 

Happy Shopping! 

Have a good week...enjoy the nice weather!

PFS Trivia Night!

PFS

(Parents for Students)

 Trivia Night 2012

Saturday, April 14th

Doors Open @ 6:30 p.m.

Trivia Starts at 7:00 p.m.

WHERE:

Arnie's Happy Spot

Cost: $150 / team of 10 players

Has anyone ever participated in TRIVIA NIGHT!  It is a lot of fun!  My team has never done particularly well, but we have certainly had fun!  There are raffles and drawings available to help raise money to support students at PES.  Parents for Students is a wonderful parent organization that funds school field trip transportation, and raises money for other educational materials and equipment to enhance your child's education.  Trivia Night forms are available at the school.  I hope to see you all there!

If you are unable to participate in Trivia Night, but would like to be a part of this organization, they do have monthly meetings that you can attend.  I will keep you posted on the dates!

We are ROCKING the ISATs!

Well, we are on Day 3 of our ISAT testing!  Yeah!  After today we only have one test to do and then we are ready to celebrate!  Our darlings are working hard and their brains are definitely getting a workout!  I am proud of students for taking their time and trying their best!  I know these tests can be draining and a little intimidating (you should see the size of their test booklet) but these test are important to our school.  State funding can often be tied to test scores and students work hard all year...I want them to show what they know!  In their academic career students will be asked to take several tests that will impact their future...ACTs, SATs, college placement exams.  It is important to always try their best! 

Students loved reading notes from you yesterday morning before the test!  It was funny because many could not figure out how you got them here!!  Here is a photo of the message that Mrs. Reutzel left for each student this morning!

Have a great day!