First, I would like to start off and say thank you to all of the parents that brought yummy treats to school today for the staff.  We were able to raise money for Mrs. Johnson while enjoying your yummy homemade items.  I would also like to thank Sonic and Whataburger for their generous donations of breakfast tacos and sandwiches. Our staff truly appreciates the kindness and generosity of parents and the community.

If you ordered a shirt, “Hope tis the Season”, the first order has arrived and we hope to get those out this week.  There was a second order placed after more shirt orders came in and as soon as we get those in we will work on getting them to you.

Just a reminder that tonight there is a board meeting to discuss the proposed bond.  It has been moved from Central Office to the High School cafeteria.

It is hard to believe that December is already here.  The month of December is very busy.  Here is an overview of events going on.

December 5th, Thursday 3rd and 4th Grade Writing Benchmarks, 5th Grade Science Benchmark

December 10th, Tuesday 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Math Benchmarks

December 11, Wednesday 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Reading Benchmarks

*It is important that students get a good night’s rest before benchmarks and eat a good breakfast.  We will be taking two benchmark tests this year.  This is our first benchmark and we will be doing another in February/March. 

December 12, Thursday Cookie Dough Delivery, Students who earned Limo ride and Pizza lunch will do this on this day, 5th grade Musical 6:30

December 13, Friday Students who sold enough items to participate in bounce house will get to do this during their enhancement time.

December 19th, Thursday CHAMPS Assembly and Student Early Release

December 20th, Friday 8:30-9:00 School Sing A Long, 9:00-10:00 Class Parties, Early Release

December 23-January 3 Winter Break

Parents as we enter the third six weeks I want to stress the importance that your children be at school each day, all day.  We have had numerous students come in the mornings but are being checked out in the afternoons.  Since your child has more than one teacher there are times that students are missing entire classes when checked out early.  When students miss they not only miss assignments, but may also be missing introduction and review of concepts.  We understand that often times doctors appointments fall during the school day and can not be helped.  I am a mom and completely understand that.  We just ask that you bring in the doctors note any time your child is out of school whether all day or part of the day.  We appreciate your help with this!