April 1, 2016
Dear Families,
Hello
and Happy April Fools
Day! J
It
has been a different sort of week due to the computed –based State testing that
is going on. It has a way of
disrupting the daily schedule and rhythm of things. A big Round
of Applause needs to go
out to all of our test takers this week.
Students are taking it seriously and trying their best, pushing
themselves to stay focused and answer the questions fully.
On
the flip side, we have had some special perks throughout the
week …! One of them is that sugar free mint gum or mint suckers
which is allowed during testing time to help with concentration. Please
donate (another) package to support our test takers!!
This was a popular
option during testing and our supplies are dwindling. Another perk has been watching the movie version of Because of Winn Dixie a little bit at a time. We are doing a compare/contrast with
the book and the movie. It is
interesting to observe how some things stay true to the storyline but not all
the plot. Overall, I’d say we give
the movie version a “thumbs-up!” Lastly, visiting Traip’s climbing wall was a
great mid week perk. I hope by now
you have heard about the experience from your kiddo. Test taking resumes next week. Please do your part with encouragement and praise. J
Lastly, our annual Kittery Live Talent Show is underway. Performers are getting ready and so is the PTA. Each year the third grade is asked to
donate items for a grade 3 raffle basket. If you could please contribute an
item or two to fit the theme of “outdoor
activities” it would be greatly appreciated. Our PTA counts on us for support! Thanks!