Chesaning Union Schools November 2014, page 1 Big Rock Elementary Jill Nieman, Principal www.chesaningschools.net [email protected] Letter from the Principal Dear Parents: I cannot believe that it is almost November! So many fun and exciting things have been happening here at Big Rock. Last Wednesday students enjoyed the NED Show and learned how important it is to Never give up, Encourage others, and Do your best every day of the year. We also had our first Box Top Book Giveaway where every student was able to choose a book for free. Third grade students also received a dictionary from our local Rotary Club. Lisa Greenfelder, one of the Rotary members, did a fantastic job sharing the role of the Rotary Club with students too. Our teaching and support staff held a breast cancer awareness luncheon. They were able to raise over $300. This money will be given to local women who are currently fighting breast cancer. On November 6, students in grades first through fourth will travel to the Middle School to enjoy a portion of the Wizard of Oz play being performed by The Chesaning Association of Performing Arts. We have around 90 students from Big Rock involved in this production so I encourage all of you to attend. Performance dates are November 6, 7, and 8 at 7:00 p.m., and on November 9 at 3:00 p.m. in the Middle School auditorium. Our first marking period will end on November 7, and our Parent Teacher Conferences will take place on November 13. Congratulations to our preschool teacher Megan Chludil and her teaching team Jennifer Hoornstra and Victoria Belanger for scoring 4.6 out of 5 on their Program Quality Assessment (PQA)! The Early Childhood Specialist had nothing but great things to say about this team. Our Early Childhood Specialist is from Midland and has been all over the county scoring other preschool rooms. She said our preschool is the highest quality she has seen by far! Happy Halloween! Mrs. Nieman 920 E Broad St, Chesaning, MI 48616 (989) 845-2430 Upcoming Events Sunday, November 2: Daylight Saving Time Ends 2:00 a.m. Set clocks back 1 hour! Thursday, November 6: Picture Retakes 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Note: NO Parent Group Meeting on November 6. Rescheduled date to be announced later. November 6-9: CAPA presents “The Wizard of Oz” Middle School Auditorium Tickets available at the High School Office Thursday, November 13: Half Day School for Students Dismissal at 12:02 p.m. Parent-Teacher Conferences 1:00 – 7:00 p.m. Friday, November 14: No School for Students Wednesday, November 19: Parent Workshop 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Friday, November 21: Big Rock Movie Night “How to Train Your Dragon 2” Rated PG 6:30 p.m. Big Rock Gym Thursday & Friday, November 27 & 28: Thanksgiving Holiday No School Chesaning Union Schools November 2014, page 2 Big Rock Elementary Jill Nieman, Principal www.chesaningschools.net 920 E Broad St, Chesaning, MI 48616 (989) 845-2430 [email protected] Donations Requested Lost and Found Half Day Schedule Big Rock is desperately in need of smaller girls’ pants, especially sizes 6 or 8. If you have any pants that your children have outgrown, please consider donating them to the Big Rock office. The pile is growing! Please be sure to check for any items your child may be missing. Periodically throughout the year, excess items are donated to local charities because we do not have room to store unclaimed clothing. To help reduce lost items, please write your child’s name in hoodies, boots, coats, snowpants, etc. Due to Parent-Teacher Conferences on Thursday, November 13th, Big Rock will have a half day of school. Stretchy pants of any size for either boys or girls are are always greatly appreciated! Headlice Parents, PLEASE take the time to read the Parent Education materials we are sending home regarding headlice and familiarize yourself with Big Rock’s headlice policy outlined in the 2014-15 handbook. It is VERY important that you check your child regularly – weekly is recommended – and treat as needed. With the help of your being vigilant parents, this nuisance can be kept under control. If you do find any stage of lice on your child, please let us know as we are required to report our numbers to the county every week. Dismissal will be at 12:02. Please make after-school arrangements for your children for that day. Students will have a snack before leaving school, but they will NOT eat lunch at school on half days. Food Drive During the early part of November, Big Rock will be having a food drive. As we have in previous years, we will be working to collect enough food for entire holiday meals for local families. Look for details to come home from your child’s teacher soon! Parent – Teacher Conferences Conferences will take place on November 13th from 1:00 – 7:00 p.m. You should have received a scheduled time from your child’s teacher. If you have not, please contact the teacher. 4th grade conferences will NOT have scheduled times. Big Rock Daily Schedule First Bell 8:06 Tardy Bell 8:11 Dismissal 3:02 Please remember to use the side parking lots when dropping off or picking up children. The front drive is reserved for bus traffic throughout the day.