It feels SO great to be back in school! We are "wonderfully exhausted" after this first week of school. With teachers being the ones who are switching rooms, our Fitbits are telling us we're getting our steps in!
Science & Social Studies
The students have been having so much fun in science getting into our “Flight” Einstein kit and learning all about the differences between gliding and falling. Ask them about the crumpled paper experiment! In Social Studies we focused on Labor Day and why we truly celebrate it. It’s not just another day off, ask your child why!
Math
All students in grades 2-4 have ignited their mental math skills with cumulative reviews of previously learned material. Our new math books are, as one would say in a literacy class, "just right" books. They are fantastic on so many levels and Mrs. Van Helvoirt is able to work with every student individually as needed. Beginning next Friday, books will be sent home for viewing over the weekend.
A few housekeeping items...
Grading Scale
We have a new grading scale in our school. The link is located on the left-hand side of this page (on a computer).
Make Up Dates - 1st Communion (3rd Graders)
As a reminder, Anne Stemper has arranged for a First Communion review and practice on two upcoming dates, Saturday, September 12 from 9:30-10:30 and repeated on Wednesday, September 16 from 6:00-7:00pm. Both sessions will be held in Wrightstown. First Communion weekend is September 19-20. Please feel free to email Anne at stclarefaith@stclareagw.org with any questions.
Handbook Signature Form
Please print, sign, and return the last page of the "Official 2020-2021 Handbook for Parents and Students."
Utensils
Just a friendly note to request that parents send forks and spoons as needed when sending lunches from home. Thank you for your understanding during these unusual times.
School Photos
Mark your calendars...school photos will taken be on Friday, September 18.
No School - Monday, September 7
We wish you all a wonderful Labor Day weekend!
Blessings,
Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch & Mrs. Van Helvoirt