Mrs. Wright's Class

Spring is in the air!

Well, we have turned the corner into spring and the final 9 weeks of school. It seems like only yesterday we were having Open House. Many things are happening at our school and in our classroom in the upcoming months. On March 31st, BSI will be having their annual Author's Night. I am hoping that many of our children will participate by reading their poetry at our "Blues Cafe". Please watch for a flyer to come home this week. The Spring Carnival is April 17th. Please consider donating to our carnival basket. Watch for details. Spring break is also right around the corner. It is the first full week in April and only a week before CRCT. Boy, time flies! CRCT will be the third and fourth weeks of April. The children will not be tested for that whole time block ~some of that time is set aside for make-up tests.

Speaking of CRCT. Here are a few tips to help your child be successful during the testing season:

First, be sure they get plenty of rest. Remember what Ben Franklin said, "early to bed, early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise." Well, the same is true for the CRCT!

Second, be sure your child eats a good breakfast. A full belly will go a long way during a long test!

Next, have your child to school on time. If they are late, they will not be allowed into the classroom and will have to make it up on another day.

Also, send your child to school in layered clothing. The temperature in our room can fluctuate sometimes. If they bring a sweater or jacket, they can make themselves more comfortable during the test.

Finally, encourage your child to do their best and not give up, even if the test is hard.

Thank you all for all your kindness and support this school year. You have all been remarkable in donating supplies and help with PTA and our children. I appreciate all that you do for our kids. Happy Spring!

Happy New Year!

Hello 2009! Welcome back after a nice, long winter break! I hope everyone had a chance to relax and enjoy family and friends over this holiday season. I want to startby thanking all the parents for their help and donations with our holiday party. It was a great success and I know the kids had a wonderful time. It was a great kick off to our break. Also, I want to thank all the students and their families for donating to our "Mittens for Must" service project. We collected 47 pairs of mittens for the homeless shelter on Hwy 41. The children really had a sense of pride for helping those less fortunate. Thanks to all of you!

The new year has arrived and we will have many things going on at Big Shanty. January 26-30th will be conference week. I truly believe this is a very important time for parents, teachers, and students. A conference letter will be going home soon. Please let me know what the best time or day would be for you and I will do my best to accommodate everyone. Please understand, however, I have 25 kids to schedule and will make the best arrangements possible for everyone. Also, report cards will be given out at that time, so we can discuss and questions, concerns, or celebrate successes.

Please continue to check your child's book bag for notes, homework, Thursday folders, and agendas. I will continue to do my best to keep kids focused and hope that parents will continue to work with their children to stay on top of their behavior and academics. A big thank you for that! As always, feel free to contact me at any time! Once again, Happy New Year! May 2009 bring you good health, happiness, and prosperityty! Mrs. Wright

 

Busy Bees!

Learning! Learning! Learning! Our class has been on an amazing learning journey! The past few weeks have been filled with Presidential candidates, elections, explorers and nutrition. Your children did an excellent job running the school election, counting votes, and making our video! Wow! We have been busy! As we quickly move through the 2nd 9 weeks of school, the adventure will continue with geometry, colonies, ecology, fire safety, and so much more!

As winter arrives, please  be sure to dress your children for the weather. Dressing in layers is a perfect way to stay comfortable when the temperature changes. Also, please continue to send in canned goods for the school food drive. Many families are in need of assistance this year, so all donations are greatly appreciated!

Thank you to all the parents who helped count votes and Mrs. Boff for helping with door decorations for Red Ribbon Week. I truly appreciate all you do for our class! Watch for information regarding our holiday party and other upcoming PTA events.  Enjoy the beautiful fall weather and remember if you ever have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me! Thanks, Mrs. Wright

Fall is upon us!

Fall is one of my favorite times of the year. The leaves begin to fall, school is underway, and football season is here...Go Dawgs! We are also settled in and going strong. We are finishing up our maps and globes unit and heading towards the Indians! We are wrapping up Simple Machines and will begin Light and Color very soon. In math we are beginning multiplication. Please be sure your child is practicing facts daily. Math may become a struggle for those kids still learning basic facts. We are also working on writing narrative stories and the kids are doing great! On October 17th we will take our first field trip to the Theater on the Square in Marietta. This will be a tie into literature with an adaptation to the story of the Three Little Pigs. 

Just a few reminders! Please check homework nightly. I don't give a lot, but would like the children to really work on the responsibility of having it completed and brought back on time. Be sure to always look through and sign the Thursday folder. This is a great communication tool for parents and teachers. Finally, as the weather begins to change, please be sure to send your child with a jacket or sweatshirt. We will use them as needed, but the children like to go outside for recess and if they are not dressed appropriately we have to stay inside.

Thank you for all your help and support. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me anytime. Happy Fall!

Ready, Set, Go! It is that time again! The time of year when we buy new shoes, clean out Walmart for school supplies, and parents do the happy dance as kids go back to school! This is it! If you are reading this blog... Welcome to my class! I am very excited to be a part of your child's educational experience! Fourth grade is a great time in a child's school career. Your child will grow and learn leaps and bounds this year and I am thrilled to be his or her teacher! Please come in and introduce yourself. Don't be a stranger! School is a three-way partnership between teacher, parent, and child and I can't wait to get started! So, get ready... it's time to go back to school!  Mrs. Wright

Changing the world one child at a time!