March 29-31

Religion - 4th
The 4th grade students will lead a virtual rosary on Monday, March 29 at 2:00.  We are extending an invitation to 4th grade families and any parish members that our 4th grade families wish to invite.  If you would like to join us, please reply to this email and I will happily share the link with you!


Spelling
Due to the short school week, there will be no spelling test before Easter break.

Wrapping Up - Student Teaching
This week concludes Mrs. Bartosch's student teaching with the 4th graders.  Everything went really well!

Math
All grades will bring their math books home this weekend for parents to look over.  Grade 2 should be sure to return their books on Monday.  Grades 3 & 4 should keep their math workbooks at home permanently as they are moving into a new workbook. 
  • 2nd Grade - The 2nd graders are finishing up their unit on numbers to 1000. 
  • 3rd Grade - The 3rd graders finished their unit on multiplication and their unit on money.  Next, they will begin a unit on numbers to 10,000.  
  • 4th Grade - The 4th graders finished their unit on time and measurement and will focus next on division with remainders as well as long division. Thank you for sending the decks of cards!

 

Friday, March 26
End of 3rd Quarter

Monday, March 29 - Wednesday, March 31
Thank you for the donations for the family in need.  We have already received generous amounts of toothpaste and toothbrushes.  We have also collected a broom.  How wonderful to be able to help out a local family in need!

Tuesday, March 30
Grades 3 & 4 will go to confession.

Wednesday, March 31
Report cards will be sent home.

Thursday, April 1 - Monday, April 5
No School

Friday, April 16
No School / Teacher Inservice

Tuesday, April 20
Diocesan Vocations Director, Fr. Mark visits St. Clare School

Saturday, April 24
First Communion Retreat (Part 2) for 2nd Grade Families
Please see Mrs. Anne Stemper's information

Thursday, April 29
The 4th grade class will be reading Mass parts.

Saturday, May 1 & Sunday, May 2
First Communion Weekend for 2nd Grade Families
Please see Mrs. Anne Stemper's information

Friday, May 7, 2021
SAVE THE DATE! - $10,000 Virtual Raffle

Blessings,
Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch & Mrs. Van Helvoirt
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March 22-26

 

Religion - 4th
The 4th grade students brought home their reading parts to practice at home for when they will lead the Stations of the Cross on March 26.  The 6th grade will join them in reading the parts.

Update - Student Teaching
Mrs. Bartosch has been teaching math to the 4th grade students and everything is going really well!  This will continue throughout next week as well.  If you have any questions during this time, please feel free to reach out.

Math - 4th
Please send a deck of cards with your 4th grader.  Ideally, I would like each student to have a deck for learning division with remainders.  (Tape measures came in super handy!  Those will be sent home in about a week. Thank you for your assistance in helping them learn math in a practical, hands-on manner!)

 
Friday, March 19
First Eucharist Retreat (Part 1) for 2nd Grade Families
Please see Mrs. Anne Stemper's information

Saturday, March 20 & Sunday, March 21
Bread Sharing Weekend for 2nd Grade Families
Please see Mrs. Anne Stemper's information

Friday, March 26
4th Grade leads student body in Stations of the Cross

Friday, March 26 - End of 3rd Quarter

Tuesday, March 30
Grades 3 & 4 will go to confession.

Thursday, April 1 - Monday, April 5
No School

Friday, April 16
No School / Teacher Inservice

Saturday, April 24
First Communion Retreat (Part 2) for 2nd Grade Families
Please see Mrs. Anne Stemper's information

Saturday, May 1 & Sunday, May 2
First Communion Weekend for 2nd Grade Families
Please see Mrs. Anne Stemper's information

Friday, May 7, 2021
SAVE THE DATE! - $10,000 Virtual Raffle

Blessings,
Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch & Mrs. Van Helvoirt
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March 15-19



Spelling
There will not be a spelling test during the week of March 16-19 for all three grades. Parents, enjoy the week off of practicing spelling words! 🙂

Social Studies
The 4th grade will take a test on Wednesday, March 17.

Religion
The 4th grade will be bringing home their reading parts to practice at home for when they will lead the Stations of the Cross on March 26.  The 6th grade will join them in reading the parts.

Update - Student Teaching
During the next two weeks, Mrs. Bartosch will be fulfilling the math portion of her student teaching requirement.  She will be swapping places with Mrs. Van Helvoirt for part of each afternoon. If you have any questions during this time, please feel free to reach out.

 

Friday, March 12 - Monday, March 15
No School

Sunday, March 14
Last day to order a St. Clare Catholic School yearbook for this year.  Please see the family folder about ordering.

Tuesday, March 16
Celebrate Pi Day 

March 9 - 18
Feasting for Funds - Mally's Spare Time

Friday, March 19
Students attend Stations of the Cross

Friday, March 19
First Eucharist Retreat #1 for 2nd Grade Families
Please see Mrs. Anne Stemper's information

Saturday, March 20 & Sunday, March 21
Bread Sharing Weekend for 2nd Grade Families
Please see Mrs. Anne Stemper's information

Friday, March 26
4th Grade leads student body in Stations of the Cross

Friday, March 26 - End of 3rd Quarter

SAVE THE DATE! - $10,000 Virtual Raffle

Blessings,
Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch & Mrs. Van Helvoirt
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March 8-12


Classroom Supplies
With all the cleaning that we are doing to keep everyone as healthy and safe as possible, we are again in need of paper towels.  Thank you for having restocked supplies in the past.  If you have not had an opportunity to contribute, we ask that you kindly consider helping out at this time. 

Math

  • Grade 2 - The 2nd graders will be starting a unit on three digit numbers. 
  • Grade 3 - The 3rd graders will learn the last times table this week (x12) and continue their unit on money.
  • Grade 4 - The 4th graders will continue their unit on time and measurement and work on their unit on division.
 

Sunday, March 7
Meat Raffle - Please refer to the information from the office regarding this event.

Friday, March 12 - Monday, March 15
No School

Sunday, March 14
Last day to order a St. Clare Catholic School yearbook for this year.  Please see Ms. Lea's email.

Tuesday, March 16
Celebrate Pi Day
Please see instruction sheet from Mrs. Kola in family folder.

Friday, March 19
Students attend Stations of the Cross

Friday, March 19
First Eucharist Retreat #1 for 2nd Grade Families
Please see Mrs. Anne Stemper's information

Saturday, March 20 & Sunday, March 21
Bread Sharing Weekend for 2nd Grade Families
Please see Mrs. Anne Stemper's information

Friday, March 26
4th Grade leads student body in Stations of the Cross

Friday, March 26 - End of 3rd Quarter

Blessings,
Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch & Mrs. Van Helvoirt
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March 1-5

 


Mid-Quarter Reports
Mid-Quarter reports will be coming home on Monday, March 1.  Please sign and return the bottom portion of the report.  For a detailed list of assignments and accompanying grades, please refer to PowerSchool.  If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.

Math
  • Grade 2 - The 2nd graders are working on a short unit on geometry and fractions.
  • Grade 3 - The 3rd graders will learn the 8 times table this week and begin a unit on money.
  • Grade 4 - The 4th graders will continue their unit on time and measurement.
Social Studies
  • Grades 2 & 3 - Chapter 5 test will be on Friday, March 5.
Science
All students will be starting a new engineering kit entitled, "A Slick Solution."

Religion
LOTS of sacrificial acts have been offered by our 2nd, 3rd & 4th graders!  The students started out with a tiny heart on the first day and have been watching our love for Jesus and each other grow daily. 💗

Prayer Table with Lenten Beads
Each bead represents a sacrificial act.

 

Tuesday, March 2
St. Clare School Celebrates Dr. Seuss
Grades 2-4 wear "Wacky Wednesday" clothes. See flyer in family folder.

Thursday, March 4
No School Mass (Fr. Brian is on retreat)

Friday, March 5
Students attend Stations of the Cross

Sunday, March 7
Meat Raffle - The school will be sharing information regarding this event soon.

Friday, March 12 - Monday, March 15
No School

Sunday, March 14
Last day to order a St. Clare Catholic School yearbook for this year.  Please see Ms. Lea's email.

Tuesday, March 16
Celebrate Pi Day
Please see instruction sheet from Mrs. Kola in family folder.

Friday, March 19
Students attend Stations of the Cross

Friday, March 19
First Eucharist Retreat #1 for 2nd Grade Families
Please see Mrs. Anne Stemper's information

Saturday, March 20 & Sunday, March 21
Bread Sharing Weekend for 2nd Grade Families
Please see Mrs. Anne Stemper's information

Friday, March 26
4th Grade leads student body in Stations of the Cross

Friday, March 26 - End of 3rd Quarter

Blessings,
Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch & Mrs. Van Helvoirt
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February 15-19


Love One Another as I have Loved You
John 12:15


Thank You!
Thank you for sending cleaning supplies to help keep our environment as sanitary and healthy as possible!

Water Bottles
Just a few notes about water bottles...
  • Just a reminder that all students should be bringing a personal water bottle to school daily. (Due to Covid, students are not allowed to use the drinking fountains except to fill their water bottles.)
  • If possible, please fill water bottles at home at the start of the day in order to avoid congestion at the filling stations especially during this health crisis.
  • If your child is currently using a smaller size water bottle, please consider sending a full size one to school.  
  • It is preferred that students bring a water bottle that they do not need to unscrew the top off of. This helps prevent spills.
Thanks for your help and understanding!

2nd Grade - First Reconciliation
The 2nd graders will be attending their First Reconciliation retreat this weekend and they will be receiving the sacrament either on Saturday, February 13 or Thursday, February 18.  All communications regrading these dates have come from the parish office.  Please feel free to reach out to Mrs. Anne Stemper with any questions you might have. 

Social Studies
  • Grade 4 has a test coming up on Wednesday, February 17.

Math
  • Grade 2 just finished their chapter on regrouping in addition and will move on to a chapter on geometry and fractions. 
  • Grade 3 added the 11 and 9 times tables to their learned facts over the last few weeks.  Cute story...Mrs. Kola didn't know that the kids were learning these facts and thought she'd stump a group of students before school one day so she asked them what 9x12 was and, to her surprise, they shouted out, "108."  She was amazed!  They're doing so well!  Next week they will add the 7 times table and they are finishing up the unit on telling time as well.
  • Grade 4 started a unit on time and measurement. They will also begin their division unit soon.

Book Fair Ends Saturday, February 13
1. A Message from the Book Fair Committee - Shopping for Books
Our Book Fair is going online this year—with a Virtual Fair! It's an interactive, engaging, and fun shopping experience for the whole family!  Please watch this short video to learn more about the new features and benefits of our school's Virtual Book Fair.

All purchases will benefit our school directly (25% back in rewards!)  


2. E-wallet Links - For Making Donations Toward Your Child's Classroom Library:

2nd Grade Classroom Library Wish List Donation Link 

3rd Grade Classroom Library Wish List Donation Link

4th Grade Classroom Library Wish List Donation Link

 

Tuesday, February 16 or Thursday, February 18 - Optional In-Person Parent-Teacher Conferences
Teachers will email any parents they wish to the following link:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040D4FAAAA28A57-parentteacher2

February 17 - Ash Wednesday
Students will attend a prayer service in the morning.

February 18 - Last Day to Support Feasting For Funds
We are selling $20 gift cards for Van Abel's.  Yum!!

February 19 - No School
Enjoy the long weekend!

Blessings,
Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch & Mrs. Van Helvoirt
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February 8-12

Catholic Schools Week 2021 was a huge hit!  Despite the many challenges of this particular school year, all of this year's Catholic Schools Week events (from the family scavenger hunt to beach Bingo and beyond!) were truly enjoyed by the students just as much as any other year!  Thank you for all that you do to support Catholic schools!

Spelling
Our spelling website, spellingcity.com, has made changes to their website.  Unfortunately, word lists and games are no longer available. Mrs. DeGroot is looking into other possibilities at this time. 

School Supplies
We are still in need of the following in grades 2-4:
  • Paper Towels
  • Disinfecting Wipes

It's STILL Book Fair Time!!
1. A Message from the Book Fair Committee - Shopping for Books
Our Book Fair is going online this year—with a Virtual Fair! It's an interactive, engaging, and fun shopping experience for the whole family!  Please watch this short video to learn more about the new features and benefits of our school's Virtual Book Fair.

All purchases will benefit our school directly (25% back in rewards!)  


2. E-wallet Links - For Making Donations Toward Your Child's Classroom Library:

2nd Grade Classroom Library Wish List Donation Link 

3rd Grade Classroom Library Wish List Donation Link

4th Grade Classroom Library Wish List Donation Link

3. Classroom Reading Challenge is Still Happening!
All students will participate in a classroom reading challenge beginning Monday, February 1 and ending on Thursday, February 11.  A form will be sent home on Monday and should be filled out each school night until the completion of the challenge.  Have a small class? No worries! According to the Book Fair Committee, "the class with the highest minutes per student average" will be the winner. 

 

February 12 - Valentine's Day Party
Students in grades 2-4 will celebrate Valentine's Day on Friday, February 12.  All students are invited to bring valentine's for their classmates.  For your convenience, the class lists have been updated on this website.

February 9 - 18 - Feasting For Funds
We are selling $20 gift cards for Van Abel's.  Yum!!

Saturday, February 13 - 2nd Grade Families
First Reconciliation Retreat (See Mrs. Ann Stemper's letter for details)
This is also the last day for the Virtual Book Fair.

Saturday, February 13 or Thursday, February 18 - 2nd Grade Families
Sacrament of First Reconciliation (See Mrs. Ann Stemper's letter and recent email for details)

Tuesday, February 16 or Thursday, February 18 - Parent-Teacher Conferences
Teachers will email any parents that they wish to meet with.  If a parent wishes to meet with a teacher, simply sign up using the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040D4FAAAA28A57-parentteacher2

Blessings,
Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch & Mrs. Van Helvoirt
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Week of January 31 - February 5

  

Report Cards
  • All students will be bringing home their 2nd quarter report cards today.  If you are new to our school, we ask that you sign and return the envelope. 
  • 3rd Grade - Please note that there will be a "Multiplication Facts Check In" report in your child's report card envelope.
  • Grades 2-4 - All students will have a form inside their report card envelope indicating your child's progress as it pertains to learning required prayers.
Social Studies
  • Grades 2 & 3 will have a test on Wednesday, February 3. Study guides and flashcards will be sent home daily.
School Supplies
Thank you for supplying hand soap in the past!  In order to continue to follow health protocols, we are in need of the following in grades 2-4:
  • Paper Towels
  • Disinfecting Wipes
  • Paper Plates (We eat in the classrooms and sometimes need these.)

Music Class
A Message From Mrs. Hubbard & Mr. Wallace About Music Class:

Mr. Wallace is settling into his new Music and Language Exploration class schedules this week.  He has enjoyed meeting all of the children!

He said the number one question was, "Do we get to play recorders?" ðŸ˜€

Next week, he will schedule lessons for all of the middle school students who want to play a band instrument.

Mrs. Hubbard is doubtful that she will be able to fit piano lessons into Mr. Wallace's school day.

If you would like to consider before  / after school piano lessons, please email Mrs. Hubbard at jhubbard@stclareagw.org.

It's BOOK FAIR Time!!
1. A Message from the Book Fair Committee - Shopping for Books
Our Book Fair is going online this year—with a Virtual Fair! It's an interactive, engaging, and fun shopping experience for the whole family!  Please watch this short video to learn more about the new features and benefits of our school's Virtual Book Fair.

All purchases will benefit our school directly (25% back in rewards!)  


2. E-wallet Links - For Making Donations Toward Your Child's Classroom Library:

2nd Grade Classroom Library Wish List Donation Link 

3rd Grade Classroom Library Wish List Donation Link

4th Grade Classroom Library Wish List Donation Link

3. Classroom Reading Challenge
All students will participate in a classroom reading challenge beginning Monday, February 1 and ending on Thursday, February 11.  A form will be sent home on Monday and should be filled out each school night until the completion of the challenge.  Have a small class? No worries! According to the Book Fair Committee, "the class with the highest minutes per student average" will be the winner. 

Catholic Schools Week is Upon Us!

Sunday, January 31
  1.     Family Scavenger Hunt - (See information sent home from the office)
  2.     Virtual Book Fair Begins (See above)
Monday, February 1
  1.     Hat Day
  2.     Penny War starts today. (Bring change of ANY kind!)
  3.     Students will play a trivia game in the classroom
  4.     Fill out "Reading Incentive Challenge" log from the Book Fair Committee
Tuesday, February 2
  1.     Beach Day
  2.     Bingo Day (See information sent home from the office) 
  3.     Fill out "Reading Incentive Challenge" log from the Book Fair Committee
Wednesday, February 3
  1.     Dress up for virtual Mass with Bishop Ricken
  2.     Zoom Session with Church Leaders
  3.     Surprise Lunch for Students (shhh!)
  4.     Fill out "Reading Incentive Challenge" log from the Book Fair Committee
Thursday, February 4
  1.     Grades 2-4 will go to Mass
  2.     Wear sports team apparel (Perhaps consider wearing a nice shirt over the top for Mass...or change into a sports shirt after Mass.)
  3.     Fill out "Reading Incentive Challenge" log from the Book Fair Committee 
Friday, February 5
  1.     No busing today (See information sent home from the office)
  2.     Wear St. Clare apparel (or green or blue)
  3.     Field Trip Day (Grades 2-4 will see Dolittle at the movie theatre in Darboy)
  4.     Be sure your child knows which drink he/she is signed up for.

 

February 9 - 18 - Feasting For Funds
We are selling $20 gift cards for Van Abel's.  Yum!!

Saturday, February 13 - 2nd Grade Families
First Reconciliation Retreat (See Mrs. Ann Stemper's letter for details)
This is also the last day for the Virtual Book Fair.

Thursday, February 18 - 2nd Grade Families
Sacrament of First Reconciliation (See Mrs. Ann Stemper's letter for details)

Blessings,
Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch & Mrs. Van Helvoirt
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January 18-22

 

2nd Semester Updates for grades 2-4
  • January 25 marks the start of the 3rd quarter.
  • We will be going to MASS on Thursdays at 8:05. The public is welcome, but are asked sit in the back quarter of the church.
  • Students will have MUSIC CLASS with Mr. Wallace in the church basement once a week.
  • Students will have ART CLASS with Mrs. Diny in the art room twice a week.
  • Students will have P.E. with Mr. Van Grinsven in the church basement (or outside when the temperature warms up) twice a week.
Math
  • 2nd Grade - The 2nd graders recently learned how to add 2-digit numbers with regrouping.  They used manipulatives to visualize this concept and they are in the process of transitioning to pencil and paper.
  • 3rd Grade - Starting next week, the 3rd grade will add the x6 facts to their repertoire of multiplication facts. (They will also continue the unit on telling time.) Most days, the 3rd graders use their flashcards to review two sets of facts or we play one of our multiplication games before we start new material which means that they are getting quite good at knowing their multiplication facts! Thank you so much if you've sent in a set of 169 multiplication flashcards.  It is so helpful to have the facts divided into sets for quick and easy accessibility for your child's use. For your reference, please note that there will be a "Multiplication Facts Check In" report in your child's report card envelope.
  • 4th Grade - The 4th graders learned how to multiply a 2-digit number by a 2-digit number.  They already learned the different methods of multiplication and are now settling into utilizing the standard method as they advance further into the chapter. 
Religion
With it being the end of the 2nd quarter, all students were again assessed on their grade level prayers. The assessment sheet will be included in your child's report card envelope.  They are doing a FANTASTIC job!  A big shout out to the 2nd graders for learning their Act of Contrition in preparation for their First Reconciliation which will take place in about 3 weeks.

Social Studies
  • Grades 2 & 3 will have a test on Wednesday, February 3. Study guides and flashcards will be sent home daily.
  • Grade 4 will be starting their Wisconsin unit.  This is a comprehensive unit that they will be studying for an extended period of time. 

 

Friday, January 29 - Report Cards will be sent home

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK
Sunday, January 31 - Friday, February 5
Planning is underway...Here are the dress up days:
    Mon., Feb. 1 - Hat Day
    Tues., Feb. 2 - Beach Day
    Wed., Feb. 3 - Dress up for Mass Day
    Thurs., Feb. 4 - Favorite Sports Team Day
    Fri., Feb. 5 - St. Clare Apparel Day

Saturday, February 13 - 2nd Grade Families
First Reconciliation Retreat (See Mrs. Ann Stemper's letter for details)

Thursday, February 18 - 2nd Grade Families
Sacrament of First Reconciliation (See Mrs. Ann Stemper's letter for details)

Blessings,
Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch & Mrs. Van Helvoirt
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Week of January 11-15

We are so pleased to welcome the addition of another student to our 3rd grade classroom! Welcome, Josephine & family!

 
Math
Due to Covid related concerns, it is important that each student has his/her own complete set of flashcards. Thank you for your help and understanding!
  • 2nd Grade: Students should bring their math flashcards back to school.
  • 3rd Grade: If your child has not yet brought a complete set of multiplication & division flashcards to school, please do so as soon as possible. Only send flashcards that are complete sets.  As indicated on the supply list that was shared in the summer, a complete set of multiplication flashcards has 169 cards and a division set has 156.
  • 4th Grade: If students happen to have multiplication & division flashcards from last year, please have them bring them back to school. However, only send flashcards that are complete sets.  See 3rd grade note above. 
Science
Students are working hard to determine what the five unknown substances are from the current Einstein kit. They're using some of their senses to make observations and they're enjoying the unit!


Saturday, January 9 - 20 Feasting For Funds
This month's Feasting For Funds is a doubly delicious! You can stop by CRUSH NUTRITION on Saturday, January 9 from 8am-11am and 40% of the proceeds will go to St. Clare School. PLUS, you can purchase gift cards in the amounts of $10 or $25 through January 20.

Friday January 15 - Math books will be sent home
Please review your child's math book and sign the yellow slip.  Please help to ensure that your child returns his/her math book for class on Monday. 

Friday, January 15 - Book Orders Due
Please place any Scholastic book orders online by midnight. Class codes can be found on this webpage.

Friday, January 22 - Half Day of School
Please let us know if your child's after school transportation will be different than normal.

Sunday, January 31 - Friday, February 5 - Catholic Schools Week
Planning is underway...watch for details!

Saturday, February 13 - 2nd Grade Families
First Reconciliation Retreat (See Mrs. Ann Stemper's letter for details)

Thursday, February 18 - 2nd Grade Families
Sacrament of First Reconciliation (See Mrs. Ann Stemper's letter for details)

Blessings,
Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch & Mrs. Van Helvoirt
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Week of December 21

Recently, one of our students offered the following during morning prayer intentions. "...that everyone will remember what the true meaning of Christmas is." Our students are certainly keeping Christ in Christmas. Our hearts are full! We wish all of our families a very Merry Christmas!!!

 
  
Mid-Quarter Reports
All students will be bringing home a handout of his/her current grades.  Please sign and return the bottom portion of the report.  For a detailed list of assignments and accompanying grades, please refer to PowerSchool. The grading scale is posted on this blog for your reference.  If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.

The Virtual Christmas Concert Will Soon Be Posted!
Our students are recording their Christmas concert songs today (Friday).  All classroom performances will be combined into a virtual concert.  Keep an eye out for it!

Grades 2-4 Christmas Gift Exchange!
If you haven't had a chance to send in a wrapped gift, please do so on Monday since the exchange will be on Tuesday. Please have the gift tags say "To: A Boy; From: A Boy" or "To: A Girl; From: A Girl."  Gifts should be approximately $10 in value.

 Join us for Christmas themed spirit days!!

Monday, December 21 - Wear Christmas Sweaters (Cute, Silly, Ugly, etc.)
Tuesday, December 22 - Wear PJ's

Christmas Break - Important Dates

December 22 - Last day of class in December

December 23-January 3 - No School / Christmas Break

          January 4 - Classes Resume 

Blessings,
Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch & Mrs. Van Helvoirt
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