Hi All,

Happy Labor Day!  It's great to have one more day to relish the beautiful summer weather.  I intend to make the most of it, and hope you are able to do so as well.

This week, our Homework Packet will be a little different.  Instead of a Spelling List, students are to memorize 2 poems.  You have 3 to look at, and the children are to learn 2 to recite to the class.  They
will be saying their poems in small groups of 3-4, which should help somewhat with the "stage fright".   There is still a Reading Log and arithmetic drill to do on the packet as well. In math, we are now ready to review place value, and will be representing numbers in a variety of ways including "quick pictures", standard form, and expanded notation. In reading, we will continue to enjoy Charlotte's Web.

The kids took their first AR STAR test on the computer last week, and will take a second one before I tell them their reading levels for independent AR Reading.  I will give you more information about this at the Back-to-School Night.

Our visit on Monday from a representative of Save Our Shores was a great success.  The kids collected 5 pounds of trash and 1 pound of recyclables from around the school grounds.  The presentation also increased their awareness of the litter issue.  On Friday, several third graders will share this message with the entire school during our first Friday Morning Assembly.

Finally, thanks to the many volunteers for the field trip to the fair. At this point I have enough drivers.  Drivers, be sure to get your information in immediately, as the office is not allowed to take in last minute forms.  I would hate to cancel for that reason!  In addition, anyone that would like to chaperon may ride along with a driver, but our free adult tickets are limited by the fair organization, so you may have to pay for admission.

Thanks so much for all your support.  This year has gotten off to a great start!
Carroll Mayer