Summer doesn't mean learning stops
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June 5, 2013 |
By Principal Gary Pfleuger
Valley View Elementary
Before we close our doors for the summer, I need
to let you know of a few changes for next year.
The biggest change will be in the fifth grade
program. As I have done in two previous schools,
we are “departmentalizing” the fifth grade.
All students will have all fifth grade teachers.
Each student will be given a homeroom teacher;
this teacher will also teach reading to the
homeroom class. Following reading class, the
teachers will specialize in a curricular area:
Mrs. Weymer will teach math, Mrs. Warren will
teach written language and Mrs. Schulte science
and social studies.
The strength of this set up is that the students
get an introduction to their future in secondary
school.
Another perk, the teachers can “dig in” to their
selected curricula.
In addition, all fourth and fifth grade students
will enjoy the skills of David Carpenter for
music and drama twice a week.
These changes are implemented in many high
achieving schools. I anticipate great success at
VVES!
Another change is the implementation of a split
level third/fourth grade class with Mrs. Beck.
Doreen Beck is one of the strongest content
instructors I have had the pleasure to work
with. The students selected for this experience
will excel. I guarantee a strong academic and
developmental program with a successful outcome
for all students.
On Thursday, June 6, the school year will end at
12:30 p.m.
BUT LEARNING DOES NOT END!
This summer, please do the best you can to keep
the written word in front of your children. Have
your child read daily. Math games and writing
activities will keep all of our students on an
even keel.
Like any body part, the brain will atrophy
without exercise. Give your child the challenge
they need to keep up with their peers or even
move beyond. If you have Internet access, the
following websites are fun, challenging and
free:
abcya.com --
all grades, all subjects
starfall.com
-- beginning letters/reading lower elementary
grades
coolmath4kids.com -- second on up, all
topics in math
multipication.com -- third grade up, math
bbc.co.uk/schools/typing -- Dance Mat Typing
third grade on up
learninggamesforkids.com -- all subjects,
all grades
spellingcity.com -- spelling and language
first grade on up
funbrain.com --
all grades
www.natgeokids -- all grades, natural
science
www.funschool.com -- all grades, all
subjects
www.brainpop.com -- all grades, all subjects
www.kidssite.com -- all grades, all subjects
sciencekids.co.nz -- all grades, science
If you do not have the Internet, the public
library is at your disposal. The Boundary County
Public Library is a special place!
Speaking of the Public Library:
Story Time continues to be the first and
secondnd Wednesdays of each month at 10:30 a.m.
and 1:30 p.m. All ages are welcome.
2013 Summer Reading Program, “Reading is a
Treasure” will run from June 19 to August 9.
The School Bus Safety Program will take place in
August (time and date tba).
Three notes to finish up with:
Continue to collect BoxTops and Lite House
lids/labels over the summer. They make a large
financial contribution to our school!
The class lists for 2013-2014 will be posted on
June 13.
Kids Fishing Day June 8 10:00-12:00 Snow Creek
Lions Pond!
On behalf of the staff, I would like to thank
you for an overwhelmingly positive school year.
We at VVES are looking forward to another great
school year.
Challenges make us stronger! I sincerely
appreciate the trust this community has offered
me. I look forward to leading this program deep
into the 21st Century.
P.S. READ, READ & READ some more! Write letters
and poems! Play math games! Play together, love
each other, and stay positive! Stay healthy,
exercise and eat well! Success begins in the
home! Occasionally stop, hug your child and take
a quick look for head lice (they really never go
away).
Have a Great Summer! And remember ...
The more you read, the more you know,
The more you know, the smarter you grow,
The smarter you grow, the stronger your voice,
When speaking your mind or making a choice!
Perfect Attendance for 2012/2013 School Year —
Great Job Students!
1. Christine Abraham
2. Avery Bayer
3. Braylyn Bayer
4. Zowie Black
5. Anna Bliss
6. Isaac Bliss
7. Jacob Bliss
8. Levi Bonnell
9. Elizabeth Bourassa
10. Hannah Garcia
11. Savannah Garcia
12. Tianna Keller
13. Amanda Maggi
14. Zachry Miller
15. Sydney Nelson
16. Lilly Owens
17. Joseph Sullivan
18. Grace Villelli
19. Michael Youngwirth
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