Week of February 13
Dear Parents,
THINK, CREATE,
BUILD … That’s what we’ll be doing Tuesday, February 14, as we problem
solve our way through some activities with chocolates. The children always
enjoy this event as they attempt to build bridges, boats, and tunnels, all in
an effort to support the ever-popular…chocolate. Thank you to the families that
sent in chocolates for our problem solving activities this past week and to my
volunteers. (As I am updating my newsletter
from home, I do not have that list of generous parents with me. I will be sure to recognize you later. THANK YOU!) Please plan to sign in and be in
our classroom on Tuesday from 9:30-10:50. The activities should take us right
to recess. If anyone can’t make it that day, please contact Tomoko Yamamoto,
who has volunteered to be a substitute.
RED HEARTS...The children just
love sending and receiving valentines. Please have your child bring in their
cards by Monday, February 13 so we’ll have all deliveries done and ready for Tuesday’s
party.
P-A-R-T-Y…Our Valentine’s
Day party is Tuesday, February 14, from 1:45-2:45. Please remember to sign in
at the office to pick up your visitors pass before coming to the classroom. As
always, thank you for finding childcare for your preschoolers. Thank you in
advance to Dehna Richards for organizing and running our Valentine’s Day class
party and to parents for helping at the party. The festivities will include
make your own ice cream sundaes, a few exciting rounds of Heart Bingo, and the ultimate
thrill…checking out the treasures that await in their Valentine’s Day boxes. I
love watching the excitement that builds as the children tear open their
envelopes!
I’VE
SIGNED UP, MAYBE YOU WILL TOO... Family Fun Fest (our annual school carnival) is coming up on
Saturday, February 25th from 2-5 PM. Mark your calendars for a great time for
everyone in the family. In order to make it a success, we need volunteers to
man the games, set up and clean up. You can sign up at
www.canyoncreekpta.com/familyfunfest.php.
Also, if you have some leftover candy or small toys (like those from
fast food restaurants) that you want to part with, please donate them in the
Family Fun Fest box by the stairs so we can use them as prizes. Be looking for
more announcements in the weeks ahead about other exciting events happening at
Family Fun Fest, like Teacher Treats and the Silent Auction. If you have any
questions or ideas, please contact Cory Vessa at vessacory@hotmail.com.
ATTENDANCE COUNTS, A MESSAGE FROM
RRISD…Starting
with Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten, every grade provides an important
foundation. Missing just one day of instruction can be costly to the child’s
academic future because the basic skills taught during these early development
classes, such as letters, numbers, and reading, will be used as the basis in
every class through graduation. Research has proven the link between daily
attendance and success in classes as well as standardized tests. Children also
learn other important lessons during these grades, which will help them in
subsequent grades such as socialization with other students and understanding
the routine of a school day. Additionally, encouraging responsibility through
daily attendance will instill good habits students will keep into adulthood.
Children who are successful are the ones who are in attendance for the full day
of instruction. Every day your child is in school makes them more likely to
excel and rise to the head of their class. Check the District’s website and
subscribe to the District E-News to see periodic messages about the importance
of daily attendance. Also, follow us on Twitter @Round Rock ISD.
Happy Valentine's Day!
Patty
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