AR Reminder

Don't forget, all 6th grade students are required to get 5 AR points this 9 weeks. If you would like to see if a book has an AR test go to www.arbookfind.com . Happy Reading!

Red Ribbon Week

October 25th - October 29th

"Be a Superhero: Have the Power to say No to Drugs & Alcohol"

Theme Days:

Monday, October 25th: "Rally in Red. . . Don't be Silly. . . Don't Use Drugs Day!"

(Wear red, silly bands, and silly socks.)

Tuesday, October 26th: "Drugs Will Mix You Up Day!"

(Wear mismatched clothes and shoes)

Wednesday, October 27th: "Shade Out Drugs Day!"

(Wear hats and sunglasses.)

Thursday, October 28th: "Drugs Will Make You Crazy Day!"

(Wear crazy hair.)

Friday, October 29th: "Team Up Against Drugs Day!"

(Wear a team shirt or jersey.)

Book Report

Have you noticed your child reading recently? Hopefully, you have. Newbery book reports are due on November 5th. Students have been given directions for their reports, and should be working a little each evening on the requirements. I am encouraging them not to wait until the last minute. Learning to plan ahead will be a very useful skill next year. Happy Reading!

Apples Wanted

October 27th is Apple Crunch Day. We are in need of apple donations for our classroom activities. If you are willing to donate a bag of apples please send a note in with your son or daughter, or email me. We are looking forward to an apple filled day. As always thanks for your support.

Kindness

Loser is a tender story about Donald Zinkoff, a young character who demonstrates great self-acceptance and wh0 is not afraid to fail. With the encouragement of his family, he learns to approach life with a positive spirit and to enjoy all that it has to offer. Donald faces the familiar challenges of elementary-aged children: disagreeable teacher, peer pressure, social conformity, and competition. By maintaining a strong sense of self through his experiences, Donald Zinkoff teaches us all about important and unforgettable lessons of self-esteem and happiness.

Loser is our first read aloud for the year. We are using the book to review many reading skills. Additionally, we will be using the book as a basis for our first few bi-weekly bullying prevention meetings. Please take a few moments to ask your child what they think of the book, and its main character.

Welcome Back

It is hard to believe we are back in school. The summer just flew by. The first few days have been warm and wonderful. I have enjoyed meeting all of the students. We have a great class this year in 212. I encourage each of you to discuss your child's first few days of school. Sixth grade is truly a busy and exciting place to be.

Busy

The past couple of months seem to have flown by. As always we have been busy in 212. From Heinz Hall to Dr. Seuss we have had a great time. Please remind your child to continue to work hard. As the end of the year approaches we continue to have things to learn.