|
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” April 3, 2007 Volume 25, Issue 26 |
|
|||||||||
|
APRIL 9- Spring Pictures 11 -CHIPS Program 12 -Nature’s Classroom Chaperone Meeting 6:30 p.m.- JRB Lib. 16 – 20 Spring Vacation 23 Science Adventures 24 Science Adventures 25 Nature’s Classroom Parent Meeting 6:30 p.m. 26 Superintendent’s Budget Forum, 6:00 THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU 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 We do not know where to begin with ALL of our “thank yous”. Last Friday evening was a great success due to the hard work of many people, generous donations from the business community, as well as from our parent and staff community. Thank you to all who attended and to those of you who participated in the raffles, and auctions. The Extended Day Program and J. R. Briggs Enrichment Fund is happy to say that we earned a little over $12,500 dollars. These funds will greatly help our students in the form of scholarships and enrichment programming. See You Again in 2 Years!
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.
Food Service Update Price increase - $.25 As of 4/23/07 – Student Lunch, $2.25 Lost and Found It is time for us to make all of these items disappear again…come in and check out our collection.
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.
Book Project
It is that time of year again when J. R. Briggs is hard at work writing books. We are once again participating in the book writing project with a publishing company. The Kindergarten and 1st grade classes are writing class books, where each child is contributing a page. The 2nd through 5th grade classes are writing individual books. Each Kindergarten and 1st grade class will receive a free copy of the class book for their class. You may purchase one for your child on the order form that comes home with your child. Each 2nd through 5th grader receives a copy of their book for free. Additional copies can be purchased using the order form which your child will bring home. We do need all order forms to be returned to school with either no checked off and signed or yes checked off with a method of payment. Because Kindergarten and 1st grade students do not get an option for a free book, financial aid will be available for those who qualify. Please submit this request to your child’s teacher. All orders forms need to be returned as soon as possible. S EIC Update On Thursday, April 26, there will be an Open House in classrooms that participate in the EIC Program (Using the Environment as an Integrating Context). Students in these classrooms will be displaying their research projects that are focused on our school Nature Trail and Vernal Pool. ++++++++++++++++++
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. *************** Catch All the Sox Tops From now until October 31st, each Hood LightBlock bottle Cap you turn in to our school will earn 5 cents. Money from this project will help support our Health Education Program. So, please start sending those caps to school. We could also be eligible to win a visit from a Boston Red sox Player!!!
Nursery Worker Wanted
A nursery worker is needed for the Ashburnham Community Church. Must be at least 18 years of ages, loving, good with children and must agree to a CORI check. Must be available – 8:25 – 9:40 a.m. and 10:25 – 11:40 a.m. Position pays $25 per week. Contact: Pam Rasmussen; 827-4078 or 827-5553.
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.
Science Adventures is coming… We are planning a few science based adventures for all of our students on April 23rd & 24th. Representatives from Science Adventures will be visiting the J. R. Briggs School to present Motion Madness, Static and Current Electricity, and Rock and Minerals to a variety of grade levels. These programs are funded by the J.R. Briggs Enrichment Fund.
Music News
|
|
|||||||||
|
|
||||||||||
|
|
||||||||||
|
|
||||||||||
