Newsletter 4-24-15

Dear Parents,

Today was had an emotional day as we bid “goodbye” to our Gabby Williams, and her family, Greg, Kay, Donovan, and Gracie.  They are moving to Phoenix, Arizona.  We had a fun little party in the classroom, had some brownies, and presented Gabby with a cross and a journal signed by all of us.  We also had cake at lunch and sang “God’s Blessings” to them.  We had quite a few tears and emotions in here.  We will miss her so much, but we know that GOD has a plan for her and her family!  He is always with us… and I know that Gabby will definitely bloom wherever she is planted!  We love you, Williams family!

Thanks to all of you that participated in Trivia Night.  We raised over $14,000!   WOW!  A final count will come out soon.  THANK YOU for all that you contributed and did to help that night be such a success.  It was so much fun!  Please give the glory to God! 

Please pray for good weather tomorrow!  We have our first track meet in Alma, MO.  Our own fourth graders—Sydney, Zachary, and Nolan will be competing! 

Next Wednesday, Bryce Hirsch, a 1^st grader,  will be our “Principal for the Day,” and he has asked that everyone wear black that day!

Cinco de Mayo - Our program is scheduled for Monday, May 4.  

DRESS INFO:
Boys- blue/black jeans, white short/long sleeved shirt, dress shoes or cowboy boots; Girls- hair in a bun if possible, white short sleeved blouse with no decals/prints on it, shorts to wear under their dancing skirt, dress shoes.  Girls will need to arrive by 6:15 the night of the performance; boys will need to arrive by 6:30.  If you have any questions, direct them to Mrs. Carrasco at trianac@timothylutheran.com

We will take our final field trip as a class on Monday, May 18^th.  Weather permitting, we will head out to Burr Oak woods and hike some trails in the morning, and go to Railroad Park to picnic and play.  I will be sending out a Sign-Up soon for drivers.  Thank you!

Enrollment is still underway!  If you haven’t resubmitted your forms, please do so as soon as possible.  This will help us make necessary preparations for next year!

Please mark our Graduation date (5/17) on your calendars.  We would love for all students and families to be able to attend, as each grade will be involved in the program!  We are so proud of all of our graduates!!!

Here’s what we have been up to: 

In Religion  this week, we talked about hymns, and parts of the service, as well as prayers and psalms.  We really dug into the book of Psalms this week, and focused on the 23rd Psalm.  “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me.”  Psalm 23:4

Memory for next week: 

April 28-Sing to the Lord, all the earth; proclaim His salvation day after day.  1 Chronicles 16:23

May 1-We will be saved through the grade of the Lord Jesus.  Acts 15:11

Language Arts: We finished up the story Charlotte’s Web as a whole class.  Each child borrowed their own copy of the book as we dissected the last few chapters.  It was fun, because we had some great weather as well, and were able to sit outside and read.  We had a great time!  All of the children did well on their spelling tests and reading tests today too!  We enjoyed the movie this afternoon. (Thanks, Amelia!)

We’ve been working hard on our biography rugs too. Some students put on their finishing touches today!  I have been urging them to finish up their biographies!  4^th graders have their rugs, as well as their book report papers, due on Thursday. 

Spelling words for next week: 

                3^rd grade:

                person

                helmet

                until

                carpet

Monday

enjoy

forget

problem

Sunday

order

mistake

umpire

herself

expect

wisdom

*garrulous

4^th grade:

enter

banner

sugar

motor

collar

labor

finger

mirror

beggar

favor

bother

fever

doctor

temper

actor

polar

sweater

traitor

whenever

calendar

error

*garrulous

In Math this week, 3^rd graders were introduced to fractions and 4^th graders worked with long division. 

Both groups are getting used to the new material!  Several more students completed their Winstead’s test, and are headed there!  I have scheduled that day for after school on Wednesday, May 13^th.  I will send more information home to you that are involved closer to that date. 

Specials this week:

Art-We painted our colorful Spanish bowls for Cinco de Mayo and worked on our marching pictures.   

Music-We practiced the Mexican Hat Dance on the recorder.  This needs to be memorized.  Please make sure your child brings his or her recorder every week. 

P.E.-This week, we had fun making up our own obstacle courses outside, going on a short cross-country run, and playing Simon Says.  We love P.E. outside! 

Writing-We continued to work on our research papers.  Some of the children are done with their final drafts and have begun publishing.  We are learning so much about new animals!    I have set a due date for this on May 8^th.   

Spanish-We are getting ready for Cinco de Mayo! We danced a lot this week!  Girls, please bring your dancing shoes to school on Tuesdays and Thursdays.  Thanks! 

Upcoming Events:

APRIL

25-Alma Track Meet

30-4th grade April book report due

MAY

4- Cinco de Mayo presentation in the evening; 7:00—information above

5-Cross-Country Meet in Stillwell, KS

8-Research papers due

9-Lutheran High Track Meet

13-Winstead’s visit after school

14-3^rd/4^th grade book reports due

15- All-School FUN DAY!!  The athletic banquet will also be Friday evening.

16-Hope Relays

17 - 8th Grade graduation in the gym at 2:00 - all grades encouraged to attend

18-Last field trip—Burr Oak Woods and Railroad Park

19 - Last day of school - 1:00 dismissal

Have a wonderful weekend!

 Blessings,

Kim Brunkhorst