Hello Patriots!
Here is everything you need to know for the week ahead:
Labor Day Reminder: School is closed tomorrow, Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Tuesday morning!
Hungry Hungry Hippos Attendance Challenge: On Tuesday, September 8th, we launch our Q1 attendance challenge! Classes will compete to earn marbles for their class hippo every single day they achieve a 95% attendance rate or higher. Let's work together to get those hippos fed!
Schoolwide 5C Project Kickoff: On Wednesday, September 9th, we will reveal our big schoolwide 5C project theme. Students will jump right into hands-on learning that builds citizenship, collaboration, creativity, communication, and critical thinking.
Upcoming Assessment Dates:
Grades 2 & 3 VALLS Reading: Thursday, September 10th & Friday, September 11th
Kindergarten VKRP: Monday, September 14th & Thursday, September 17th
Grade 1 VALLS Reading: Tuesday, September 15th & Wednesday, September 16th
Patriots' Day (9/11): On Friday, September 11th, we invite all students and staff to wear red, white, and blue in honor of Patriot Day.
Fall Book Fair & MVP Day: Our Fall Book Fair officially kicks off on Thursday, September 17th! Also, keep an eye on your child's backpack this week for flyers coming home regarding our upcoming MVP Day on Friday, September 25th.
Newsletter Extras: Be sure to scroll down to check out this week's Resource schedule rotation and watch our latest One TJ Story video!