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J. R. Briggs Elementary School Briggs At Large Newsletter The Voice of John R. Briggs Elementary School “Educating for Success, Now and in the Future” March 29, 2007 Volume 25, Issue 25 |
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MARCH
30 – Service Auction Colonial Hotel 31 – Bunny Breakfast Hockey Benefit Cushing Academy
APRIL
2 & 3 – MCAS makeup 9 - Spring Pictures 11 -CHIPS Program 12 -Nature’s Classroom Parent mtg. @6:30 p.m. 16 – 20 – spring vaca. Auction this Friday, March 30th! HELP WANTED
Our beloved school nurse, Mrs. Lawrence would like to retire at the end of this school year. Do you know an RN that would like variety on a daily basis, summers and school vacations home with the children or traveling? Requirements: a bachelors degree in nursing, DOE certification, the ability to speak “young child”, eat lunch on the run (occasionally), and be able to attain paper work from all parents. If you have any questions, please call Mrs. Lawrence at 978-827-5750.
Nature’s Classroom Fundraiser for Scholarships We are selling— Lunch Bags - $6.00 (avail. In 3 colors) Water Bottles - $5.00 Featuring our dancing happy children logo
Spaghetti Supper/Bingo Night At Oakmont High School Cafeteria Date Change—April 26, 2007 5 – 8 p.m. Supper served 5 – 6:30 Prizes for bingo All proceeds go to the Relay for Life Cost: $5.00 per person Sponsored by the Oakmont Peer Leaders
Auction Night Child Care Children who are signed up for child care on Friday, March 30, 2007, can be dropped off at the Ashburnham Extended Day no earlier than 6:00 p.m. Seven Ashburnham-Westminster Extended Day Program staff will provide childcare with the assistance of OHS Peer Group Leaders. Children are welcome to bring their favorite pillow and sleeping bags.
Donations of snacks for the evening would be appreciated.
First Grade News…
Now that our first-graders are reading with fluency, we have been working on using higher-level comprehension strategies. We want students to recognize that it’s not just about “getting our mouth ready, but also about getting your mind ready.” (Nancy Boyles) Some things to encourage your child’s use of comprehension strategies at home would be to ask: · What does this story remind you of? · Why do you think that happened? · What do you think will happen next? Why? · What was your favorite part of the story? Why? Helping your child think as they read will keep them engaged, increase their understanding, and foster their love of reading.
Easter Bunny Breakfast sponsored by JRB - PTO Saturday, March 31st 8:00 – 11:00 Overlook Middle School In conjunction with the Young Children’s Festival
Kindergarten News
Registration for in-coming kindergarten students will take place at JR Briggs on April 3 – 5, 2007. Parents are asked to call the school office after March 12th to make an appointment. At this appointment parents will complete registration forms and their child will have a hearing screening.
Kind. Orientation Monday, April 30, 2007 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. NO KINDERGARTEN for present students.
MCAS Testing We appreciate all students in grades 3 – 5 who have completed the second week of MCAS testing. Arriving punctually (8:20 a.m.) certainly helps ensure smooth testing sessions. We will continue MCAS testing in May for students in grades 3 – 5. During this time period we will be testing in the areas math, science, and social studies). Please ensure your child has sufficient sleep and a hearty breakfast.
Service Auction Colonial B & B March 30, 2007
A number of items are on display in the school lobby, but to see them all, please attend the auction. If you are unable to attend, a Proxy Bid Form was sent home last week. You may complete the form and send it back to school. One of our Proxy Bidders will be happy to represent you during the auction. Please note…completing this form does obligate you to the purchase of an item, if you are the winning bidder (even if you are not there). Chinese Auction raffle tickets as well as the “Special Staff Raffle” tickets will be accepted until the evening of March 30th. We are overwhelming pleased with the positive response we have received regarding this fundraising event. The community, staff and parents have donated an amazing number of items and services for “our first ever auction”. The students are very excited about many of the services and raffles. We are hoping for a GREAT night. SHOW YOUR SUPPORT Go Cris! 6th Annual Ashburnham-Westminster Community Benefit Hockey Game 5:00 PM Saturday, March 31, 2007, Iorio Arena Cushing Academy $5.00 each This year’s game will benefit the family of Cris R. of Ashburnham. Cris is a 4th grader at Briggs. He has Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus and is confined to a wheelchair. The goal of this year’s game is to raise money to offset the cost of a van equipped with a special lift ramp to help with Cris' transportation. For those not able to attend the game but would like to donate to this worthy cause, raffle tickets are available for $5.00 each. Please contact Mrs. Lawrence, school nurse or the school office for tickets to this event.
Lost and Found
It is happening again… the number of items are increasing every day—boots, sweaters, hats, lunch boxes, sneakers—you name it, we probably have it.
SPRING PICTURES The spring pictures will be taken on April 9th during school. No money is needed on picture day, proofs will be sent home two weeks after pictures are taken and you can make your choices later. Save the date Parent/Guardian Workshop:
RESPONDING TO CHILDREN’S BEHAVIOR IN FOUR DIMENSIONS Presenter—Jeanine Fitzgerald Wednesday, April 25, 6-9pm Von Deck Room, Oakmont Regional High School Reserve your spot: (978)874-7312
Superintendent’s Forum April 26, 2007 6:00 p.m. Please join our School Council and PTO for an informational meeting with Dr. Zapantis and a representative from the AWRSD School Committee. J. R. Briggs Library
HELP!!! We are looking for anyone who has pictures we could use for the yearbook. If you could send pictures in an envelope to school with your child marked “PTO Yearbook”, we will copy them and return them promptly. Please have your name on the envelope so that we can make sure the pictures are returned to the right people. Pictures may be emailed to: Doniellethompson@hotmail.com.
YOUNG CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL Saturday, March 31st 9:00 – 11:30 a.m. Overlook Middle School Face Painting, Stamping, Beading, Gliders, Balloon Animal, Hazard House, Flubber, and more!
Music News
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