April 19/18

Hi Everyone,

It sure is nice to see some sunshine!  Hopefully it holds for the weekend :)

Updates/Reminders/Thank you's

*Please send in $10.00 or pay online for your child's memory book.  I haven't heard from any parents that you do not want to participate in this so I will order a class set of all photos, collages etc.  This book makes a great keepsake and the kids love them :)

*Our 'Earth Day' celebration will be tomorrow.  Dan from recycling will be coming in to make paper with us and do a 'recycling relay' in the gym.  We will also be doing a 'reuse' challenge (pictures to follow).  Thank you to everyone who sent in newspaper for this activity.

*fortunately, the weather seems to be changing but we do want to inform parents that your children will be sent out rain or shine for the remainder of the year.  Our district has adopted a 'west coast' recess policy which means students need to be prepared to go outside under any conditions (barring a safety issue such as lightning).  Our class noticed last week that the kindergarten classes go outside for breaks every single day and if they can do it...so can we!  Please send in an extra change of clothes for your children in case of accidents.  Thank you!

*There are still a number of students who have not handed in the pink form for our Health Talk next week.  Your child will only be able to participate with permission.

*All Jumprope for Heart pledge forms are due tomorrow.  I have 2 parent volunteers from other divisions who are willing to count money/determine prize packages but it would be great to get a few more volunteers who can come in for a couple of hours next week

*Jersey Day donations will also be accepted tomorrow (a loonie or twoonie would be great)

*Thank you to Averyelle's mom for sending in some craft supplies.  The children are loving all of the fancy stickers and paper.  If anyone else is doing 'spring cleaning' at the moment, please keep in mind that gently used books, craft supplies and building materials are always welcome.   Thank you!

*Mrs. Rowledge-Toscani and I will be meeting next week to prepare the portal announcement for our field trip to Grouse on May 25.  A limited number of parent volunteers (due to bus limitations) will be welcome.

Have a great weekend, everyone!

Amanda Roberts