March 30, 2012
Dear Parents,
The awards assembly for students in grades 6, 7, and 8 who made the honor roll will take place on Monday, April 2 at 8:00 AM in the multi purpose room. Mr. Cox and I have been hosting coffee gatherings with parents on the first Monday of each month. Since the awards assembly and the first Monday of the month coincide, we will have coffee available for all parents. In addition, we have asked the members of the School Board to attend. Bettina Read, Nancy Gabriel, Noah Jacobson-Goodhue, and Alan Goldblatt are the present members.
Spring parent teacher conferences are now being scheduled. Although the official conference day is April 13, many teachers spread the conferences over a two- week period. If you have concerns about your child’s placement or future placement, this is the time to discuss them with the teacher. Teachers work in teams to make all placement decisions, so we do not guarantee that anyone’s requests will be granted. However, we do guarantee that all requests will be seriously considered. K – 6 placement decisions will be made by June 1 and shared with parents at that time.
Parents often wish to visit classrooms in the spring. We welcome this, but ask that you first contact the teacher to set up a visitation time. This is a simple courtesy. Teachers should not be taken by surprise by parents just stopping in. Thank you.
Next week is a busy one. Deb Christie-Maples has organized health week. Students will be served healthy snacks, learn about ticks, anti-tobacco information, CPR, immunization, and the levels of sugar in drinks. Jump Rope for heart will involve students in grades 3 – 6. Special presentations will take place on safery, healthy foods and nutrition, and healthy choices.
In addition to all of this, students in grade 8 will participate in Job Shadow day. This is a day organized by Mr. Morse and the Upper Valley Business and Education Partnership. Hundreds of students in grade 8 throughout the Upper Valley will be matched with business and organizations to give students an idea of the kind of educational preparation is necessary for a career in an area of choice.
Students in grades 3 and 4 will present science fair projects from 8:20 – 9:40 in their classrooms. I hope as many parents as possible can attend.
Second interviews for the Principal’s position took place this week. I hope we will be able to announce the name of the finalist next week.
I can’t believe there are only ten weeks left of this school year. It has flown by. Enjoy your weekend, and as always, give your child a hug for me. Judy Callens
