Friday, February 27, 2009
Thank you parents and students!!!
Everyone made it home without glitch or incident yesterday! The students were well prepared and knew exactly what to do. I had several students call home to double check and no one was alarmed or frustrated. Thank you! It was a real simple process for our classroom as everyone had their Early Dismissal Form to refer to and ease any of our concerns. Thank you for taking the time and effort at the beginning of the year to accurately complete this task. All went well!!
Science Grades
All the of the Science Shark Keynote Projects have been shared and graded. The scores were passed out on Friday, so ask your child about their results. Nice job, everyone! I did include their ability to demonstrate the use of the keyboarding skills and their level of understanding how to run a the Keynote software in their score, as this was part of the objectives and we have been learning to use these technological advances all trimester. It was an exciting and creative project! On a side note....I can't wait for the Keyboarding test!!!
Winter!
It is nearing 3:00, and our buses are still delivering children home. They appear to be running, at the end of our routes, about 20 minutes behind. Of course, the weather gods messed with all of us yet again. At about 9:30 this morning when the decision was made by the area districts to release students early, the forecasters were predicting 4 to 8 inches of snow and high winds during the afternoon hours. Nearly every district in the area - and most across the southern two thirds of the state - had an early release. By early afternoon, after our buses were already on the road, the snow totals and the wind speeds were downgraded. Still, it was a slippery ride home for everyone, and the extra time and daylight probably didn't hurt.
I've been involved in making weather related decisions for twenty years now. It is not the best part of my job but it does occasionally provide a light moment. Just a few years back, you may remember, WCCO's (then new) automated television announcement system had a glitch in it. This mistake set off a flurry of phone calls here at my expense, but I've had more than a bit of good fun with it over the passing years. Some of you may not have seen the announcement made that day. Flashed across the television screens for most of the state to see was the following message:
Based on the fun I've had today, this may in fact be the case (for me at least) Friday morning!
Thanks to all of you who calmly handled the heightened emotions that always emerge when the winter weather disrupts lives and schedules. I appreciate your extra efforts to keep kids safe on these challenging days. Stay well. Greg
PS. And, keep thinking spring!
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Chapters 2 and 3. On My Honor pg24
click here to view on my honor pg24
The Chapter Two and Three questions have been assigned as homework for Tuesday night. Some of the students were finished with the questions through Chapter Three and some stated that the substitute did not assign the Chapter Two questions. I have chosen to allow the students extra time to complete the questions through Chapter 3 as homework. We completed Chapter One Questions 1, 2, and 4 together. We discussed Chapter One Question #3 and we answered Chapter Two Question #9 together. We also discussed all of the Chapter 3 question and answered Question #11 together. Please look over your child's work to see that they are answering the questions using our REGS format. If they are not done with a particular question and did not take home their book, know that I have placed Chapter Two and Three on the blog.
Enjoy the story!
The Chapter Two and Three questions have been assigned as homework for Tuesday night. Some of the students were finished with the questions through Chapter Three and some stated that the substitute did not assign the Chapter Two questions. I have chosen to allow the students extra time to complete the questions through Chapter 3 as homework. We completed Chapter One Questions 1, 2, and 4 together. We discussed Chapter One Question #3 and we answered Chapter Two Question #9 together. We also discussed all of the Chapter 3 question and answered Question #11 together. Please look over your child's work to see that they are answering the questions using our REGS format. If they are not done with a particular question and did not take home their book, know that I have placed Chapter Two and Three on the blog.
Enjoy the story!
Monday, February 23, 2009
Skating / Movie Permission Slip
If you need a second copy of the Accelerated Reading Permission slip form, it is under the month of February and titled, Accelerated Reading Form in the Blog Archive Section (way down and to the right on the first page of the blog). This is the reward activity for earning 10 AR points this trimester. Good job!!! The Snack Order Form is right below it. Thanks!
Pizza Night
We will be participating in another pizza night each month until the end of the year. One of our parents is the owner of the new Papa Murphy's in Sauk Rapids. They have agreed to host a pizza night for PV on the last Tuesday night of every month. PV will receive $2.00 for every family sized pizza that is purchased.
Our first pizza night is tomorrow Feb. 24th. Coupons will be going home today and stickers will be available for tomorrow.
Our first pizza night is tomorrow Feb. 24th. Coupons will be going home today and stickers will be available for tomorrow.
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Fluency Activity for the Week of February 23rd
click here to view spelling and fluency week of the 23rd
Spelling Practice Due Thursday, February 26
click here to view spelling and fluency week of the 23rd..more
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Yearbook Orders
This is just a reminder that if your student wishes to purchase a 2008-2009 yearbook the orders are due by Friday, Feb. 20th. The cost is $12.50. This year the yearbook will be all in color and will include a section that is called the year in review which is a highlight of events that have taken place this year in the US. Order forms were sent home with the students but if you need another one, they are available in the office.
Mr. Krupa Will Be Attending an All Day Workshop
Our class will have a substitute on Wednesday, February 18th. See you on Thursday!!
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Volunteer Request
To: Pleasantview Teacher's
From : Robin Thorson PTAC Carnival Chair
I am writing to request your help in indentifying parent volunteers for "OCEANS OF FUN" this year's Pleasantview PTAC Carnival. The Carnival & Raffle will be held on Friday April 24th. We are seeking parents who are willing to help with any part of the carnival ( set up, games, ticket sales, decorating , clean up, ect ).
You can help us by making a quick plug for the carnival during your parent conferences and having the attached "interested Volunteer" form available for parents to sign. By signing this form, parent are not " committing " at this point ) We will then have a pool of parents to call as we work to assign volunteers for the carnival.
I understand that conferences are a busy time and you have many important topics to cover with parents, so thank you in advance for any opportunity you can take to help us with this !
( Please return the form to the office / PTAC mailbox when all of your conferences are done.)
Thank you,
Robin Thorson
PTAC Carnival Chair 2009
From : Robin Thorson PTAC Carnival Chair
I am writing to request your help in indentifying parent volunteers for "OCEANS OF FUN" this year's Pleasantview PTAC Carnival. The Carnival & Raffle will be held on Friday April 24th. We are seeking parents who are willing to help with any part of the carnival ( set up, games, ticket sales, decorating , clean up, ect ).
You can help us by making a quick plug for the carnival during your parent conferences and having the attached "interested Volunteer" form available for parents to sign. By signing this form, parent are not " committing " at this point ) We will then have a pool of parents to call as we work to assign volunteers for the carnival.
I understand that conferences are a busy time and you have many important topics to cover with parents, so thank you in advance for any opportunity you can take to help us with this !
( Please return the form to the office / PTAC mailbox when all of your conferences are done.)
Thank you,
Robin Thorson
PTAC Carnival Chair 2009
February's Home Responsibility Connection
This month's Responsibility Connection is WOK. Watch for WOK at the top of child's agenda. WOK stands for Word Of Kindness and each student is going to share at least three words of kindness, encouragement, or appreciation everyday at home. Beginning on February 16, each student is going to also share three words of kindness at school. February is the month of Friendship. so show your participation and appreciation by sharing a word of kindness to someone today!
Friday, February 6, 2009
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Updated Conference Schedule- Please return your signed Conference Form, e-mail me, or call to confirm. Thanks!
My phone number is 258-1268, if you need to change your date or time. Just let me know.
4PM-8PM Monday, Feb. 9th
4:00 Derek Confirmed
4:20 Tommy Confirmed
4:40 Courtney Confirmed
5:00 Erica- IConfirmed
5:20 Tayler Confirmed
5:40 Zack Confirmed
6:00 Tanner Confirmed
6:40 Josh - E-mailed
7:00 Allyson Confirmed
7:20 Anthony Confirmed
7:40 Savannah Confirmed
4PM-8PM Thursday, Feb. 12th
4:00 Samantha Confirmed
4:20 Kyler (Patty)
5:20 Lizzie Confirmed
5:40 Mikayla
6:00 Madison Confirmed
6:20 Kyle Confirmed
6:40 Noah Confirmed
7:00 Michaela Confirmed
7:20 Mitchel Confirmed
7:40 Ben Confirmed
7 AM-3PM Friday, Feb. 13th (No School)
7:00 Stephanie Confirmed
8:00 Derek (Michelle)
9:00 Nick Confirmed
9:20 Kyler
11:00 Meeting
1:00 Areyanna In Progress
1:30 Dylan In Progress
2:15 Meeting
February 19th
5:45 Alyssa Confirmed
6:10 Lauren Confirmed
Thanks, everybody!!!
4PM-8PM Monday, Feb. 9th
4:00 Derek Confirmed
4:20 Tommy Confirmed
4:40 Courtney Confirmed
5:00 Erica- IConfirmed
5:20 Tayler Confirmed
5:40 Zack Confirmed
6:00 Tanner Confirmed
6:40 Josh - E-mailed
7:00 Allyson Confirmed
7:20 Anthony Confirmed
7:40 Savannah Confirmed
4PM-8PM Thursday, Feb. 12th
4:00 Samantha Confirmed
4:20 Kyler (Patty)
5:20 Lizzie Confirmed
5:40 Mikayla
6:00 Madison Confirmed
6:20 Kyle Confirmed
6:40 Noah Confirmed
7:00 Michaela Confirmed
7:20 Mitchel Confirmed
7:40 Ben Confirmed
7 AM-3PM Friday, Feb. 13th (No School)
7:00 Stephanie Confirmed
8:00 Derek (Michelle)
9:00 Nick Confirmed
9:20 Kyler
11:00 Meeting
1:00 Areyanna In Progress
1:30 Dylan In Progress
2:15 Meeting
February 19th
5:45 Alyssa Confirmed
6:10 Lauren Confirmed
Thanks, everybody!!!
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Peanut Recall
February 3, 2009
Dear SRR Parents/Guardians:
Recent news reports have focused on the nationwide recall of peanut products. Schools have been included in some of the notices because many have received commodity products covered by the recall. I thought I'd drop you a short note to let you know of our status with peanut products.
In mid-January notices from the FDA and our own food service provider informed us that a recall of certain peanut products was underway. We conducted a careful inspection of the products we use and found that we did not have any of the recalled items in our stock.
Just a week ago, the FDA reissued and expanded their "hold" on peanut butter and related products. For a short time, while we again verified what we provide to students, we stopped using all products with peanuts. As of today, we have returned some peanut products into our menus. These all come from an FDA approved list which has continually been updated and which we monitor closely.
Clearly, this public health alert has caused concern in many quarters. While we know some of our menus have been disrupted because of these alerts, we have acted on the side of caution. We have appreciated the patience of our students and families while this has taken place.
We have been fortunate that there have been no reported health problems here associated with peanut products. Both the FDA and our own food service company have been most helpful in providing guidance. We all hope that this latest risk with our national food supply will soon pass.
Sincerely,
Greg Vandal
Dear SRR Parents/Guardians:
Recent news reports have focused on the nationwide recall of peanut products. Schools have been included in some of the notices because many have received commodity products covered by the recall. I thought I'd drop you a short note to let you know of our status with peanut products.
In mid-January notices from the FDA and our own food service provider informed us that a recall of certain peanut products was underway. We conducted a careful inspection of the products we use and found that we did not have any of the recalled items in our stock.
Just a week ago, the FDA reissued and expanded their "hold" on peanut butter and related products. For a short time, while we again verified what we provide to students, we stopped using all products with peanuts. As of today, we have returned some peanut products into our menus. These all come from an FDA approved list which has continually been updated and which we monitor closely.
Clearly, this public health alert has caused concern in many quarters. While we know some of our menus have been disrupted because of these alerts, we have acted on the side of caution. We have appreciated the patience of our students and families while this has taken place.
We have been fortunate that there have been no reported health problems here associated with peanut products. Both the FDA and our own food service company have been most helpful in providing guidance. We all hope that this latest risk with our national food supply will soon pass.
Sincerely,
Greg Vandal
Quick Notes
Four quick notes worth mentioning:
1. February Reading Contracts were sent out today and I'm asking that they be sign and returned for copying by Friday. I was unable to get the Blog to list them as a link, but I have our Media tech working on this situation right now. Hopefully, it will be listed today.
2. Five students ( # 8, 14, 15, 18, 21) have not returned their field trip permission slip. Please have those returned by Thursday. Thanks!
3. Conference dates/times are listed on page two. I have written "confirmed " next to the names of the individuals that have returned their signed forms. A phone call or e-mail can be accepted as verification, too. Thanks!
4. Please return your looms and hooks if you are done
1. February Reading Contracts were sent out today and I'm asking that they be sign and returned for copying by Friday. I was unable to get the Blog to list them as a link, but I have our Media tech working on this situation right now. Hopefully, it will be listed today.
2. Five students ( # 8, 14, 15, 18, 21) have not returned their field trip permission slip. Please have those returned by Thursday. Thanks!
3. Conference dates/times are listed on page two. I have written "confirmed " next to the names of the individuals that have returned their signed forms. A phone call or e-mail can be accepted as verification, too. Thanks!
4. Please return your looms and hooks if you are done
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Field Trip - Wear Black
We will be traveling to the high school on Thursday, February 5th to watch the SCSU Percussion Ensemble perform. We have decided to wear all black to show our appreciation and respect. Thank you for returning your permission slip and $2 fee.
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