All Things Are Possible Through Christ
December 1, 2009
Dear Fifth Grade Parents,
As we prepare to celebrate the birth of our Savior, it is my hope
that each of your families are blessed with happiness and peace.
The Real Reason
Excitement and joy are filling the air;
The lights add special decor.
We're shopping for Christmas gifts everywhere,
But are gifts what Christmas is for?
The wreaths and the trees and the parties
Aren't what we need to convey;
It's the birth of our Savior, Jesus,
The real reason for this holiday.
By Karl and Joanna Fuchs
Please read below about some upcoming events in the month of
December.
PLEASE READ-VERY IMPORTANT
In an effort to reduce the cost of outdoor education camp in your
students 6th grade year, Pizza Monday was established. This fundraiser was
put in place for the sole purpose minimizing the cost of camp for each
family. Mrs Willis and Mrs. Woerner have been working very hard organizing
classrooms, pizza delivery and volunteers. The fifth grade students also
volunteer their time to help with Pizza Monday.
Unfortunately many parents that have signed up to work on given
Mondays are not showing up for their shifts. Needless to say when feeding
between 250-300 students in a span of 10-15 minutes, when one volunteer does
not show up for their shift it puts a strain on the whole system.
I know that unexpected things do come up but please cover your
scheduled shifts. Please call another parent from the fifth grade class to
cover your time. Please contact Mrs. Willis or Mrs. Woerner with any
questions. Thanks in advance for your support!
Welcome Mrs. Christy Corral
Please join me in welcoming Mrs. Christy Corral to the Fifth Grade.
Mrs. Corral will fill in as the Instructional Aide while Sr. Anna Marie
continues her Chemo treatment. She will be here Tuesdays, Wednesdays and
Thursdays full time. Please stop by to introduce yourself and to say HI!
Thank you and Congratulations
A huge thank you goes out to our first trimester officers. President
Katie O’Sullivan, Vice President Rylie Powelson and Secretary Holden Wright
did an amazing job as our first ever officers of the fifth grade.
Congratulations to our new officers for the second trimester,
President Rebecca Millena, Vice President Claire Storti and Secretary Richard
Seeno. These students were voted into office by their peers. I know they
will do a great job.
Advent Prayer Service
Please join the Fifth Grade class for the Advent Prayer Service in
the courtyard on Wednesday December 2nd at 8:00am. This service should run
about 20 minutes.
ITBS Test Results
ITBS Test results were sent home recently with the first trimester
report cards. If you would like to discuss your student’s results, I would
be happy to meet with you. Please request a conference via email or drop me
a note.
Christmas Show
Please join the St. Francis school community for the 2009 Christmas
Performance on Thursday December 17th at 7:00pm. Students should be in the
classroom by not later than 6:45 pm. The show will take place in
the church. If your student will not be attending for any reason, please let
me know ASAP so I can plan accordingly. I am asking that students wear
costumes of biblical time. The basic costume is an oversized long-sleeved
tunic that usually worn with a fabric belt or cord. Costumes are always a
fun addition but not necessary if they are not available. I will provide
something for their heads.
Geography Bee
Congratulations to the following students Lara Milward, Richard
Seeno, Jeremy Willis and Connor Pierce for qualifying for the upcoming
Geography Bee. This event will take place on Friday December 11, 2009 from
8:10 am to 12L45 pm in the multi-purpose room. You are invited to attend at
any time to support the students and their efforts. Way to Go Grade 5!
Reading Logs
Students and parents are doing a great job with the recent addition
to the reading logs. Please let me reiterate that this is not an optional
assignment. Thanks to those students that have consistently been completing
this assignment. If your student reads for pleasure on a regular basis and
can complete the logs without reading to you, please drop me a note. Those
students will be excuse from reading to a parent but will continue to write a
brief summary and date each entry. Please continue to sign each entry. All
completed reading logs are due each Monday morning.
Bikes for Tikes Project
The Bikes for Tikes project is a service project serving all people
in the community. This year, the 4th and 5th grade students will perform
service at home and at school. Thank you to all students that have already
turned in their completed forms. Students will be cleaning classrooms desks
as well as selling ice cream during lunch recess. Money raised will assist
the fire department in purchasing bikes for this program. Any Questions??
Please contact Mrs. Willis at 827-5741 or juliewillis@comcast.net.
Due dates for upcoming reports:
• Saint Report- Each student was given a Saint to research and paper
doll template as well as guidelines requirements to complete this report.
This report is due no later than December 10th. Students are welcomed to
turn in early. Students will also present their completed Saints to the
class with a brief explanation about their given saint.
• Explorers Report- Students have been working on this assignment in
the computer lab for the past couple of weeks. This is an oral report with
specific guidelines. Students will start this oral presentation the week of
December 7th.
Reconciliation
Reconciliation is scheduled for all students in grade 3-8 on
Wednesday December 9th.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
It is a pleasure and joy teaching each of your children.
Take care,
Mrs. Patti Calton