Newsletter 9/25

ELA

Our reading strategy we are focusing on is Character Traits. Our eLc curriculum is exploring the theme of Exploration. We are reading a book called, From the Mixed Up Files of Mrs. Basil E Frankweiler. Our writing focus is Persuasive/Opinion writing with a focus on capitalization

Science

We are still discussing Habitats and Environments. Students will continue to work on and present their Animal Reports using Google Slides to communicate their research findings.

Social Studies

We will continue to focus on geography with our focus on South Carolina.

Math

We are finishing our introduction to division and division strategies.  Please see the parent letter that was sent home Monday for an overview of the concepts and strategies we are learning in class.

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Calling All Volunteers

We have some opportunities coming up for those that want to volunteer!

Wednesday, October 4 - Fall Picture Day

We always need a few people to help coordinate when it’s time for the next class.

Wednesday, October 11 - Charleston Wrap Pick-up

Normally from around 2:30 - 6:00

Shifts of parents work together at school to help hand orders out to families

In order to receive emails about volunteer opportunities,

please complete the form that is attached to this email or you may complete this Google Form.

If you have already returned a form, you do not need to complete another one.

Thanks!

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Don’t Forget ... Dates to Remember

1st Nine Weeks Interims Go Home - Friday, September 21

Half Day for Students - Friday, September 29

*Charleston Wrap Bingo Game*

Fall Pictures - October 4

Scholastic Book Fair - Week of October 9

PTO Sponsored Family Night - Thursday, October 12

Pizza, Book Fair, and Fun Family Activities

Newsletter 9/8

It was great to see so many of you at the Parent Information Night! If you did not get a chance to come in, here is the PowerPoint we shared Thursday!

 

Get Involved!

Visit the FLE Family Involvement page to learn about opportunities!

And please remember to ...

Join the PTO

Click Here for the PTO form

Click Here for the Volunteer form

School Improvement Council

The Forest Lake Elementary School Improvement Council, SIC, invites you to be an active member of this committee.  The mission of the School Improvement Council, in partnership with families and the community, provides a safe, nurturing environment for the growth and development of young children through a curriculum that demands academic excellence, encourages positive self esteem, and promotes responsible citizenship.  The purpose of the SIC will be to assist the school in meeting its objectives, assist in the preparation of the five year plan, and the annual update required to assist in the development and monitoring of school improvement and innovation.

The School Improvement Council also provides an Annual School Summary Report to parents each year.  

The School Improvement Council is composed of elected and appointed parents and community members who have a strong desire to see Forest Lake Elementary be the best it can be.  If you are interested in being a candidate for the SIC, please fill out the Google Form or send a note to your child's homeroom teacher.

Completed self-nomination forms are due by Monday, September 11, 2017.

In School Deposit Program

This program is a great (and easy) way to help teach your child the importance of saving!

All you need to do is go to one of the Palmetto Citizens Credit Union offices
and open a Palmetto Citizens Youth Savings Account for your child.

Then on Tuesdays, send money with your child to school for them to deposit into his/her account.

They’s even get a cool Spend & Save Piggy Bank for joining!

**Read the attached flyer for additional information!

After School Programs

                                                                        

                                     

There are still spots available in these programs.

**Click here for the After School Program Flier**

Don’t Forget ...

Charleston Wrap Orders Due - Friday, September 8

Remember that our PTO uses all monies collected through membership and fundraising events to provide resources and support programs that impact all students!

Your support is greatly appreciated!

EdVenture Family Night - Tuesday, September 12 from 5:00 - 8:00

Please help us help EdVenture as they plan for their FIRST school session of the year! If you haven't already let us know if you are coming, please complete the two question Google Form survey so we the EdVenture staff can be prepared. Thanks

You may receive this from your child’s teacher as well.  

You do not have to complete it more than once,

but you will be able to go back in and edit it if something changes.

Remember that it is only $3.00 (ages 2 and up) and the school will get $2.00 of that back!

**Check your child's Family Folder for an updated flier about this event**

Girl Scout Information Meeting -  Monday, September 18 at 6:00

Rescheduled

Half Day for Students - Friday, September 29

Fall Pictures - October 4

***Remember to return the last page of the 2017-18 eLc Handbook - these came home last Friday.

Click Here for a copy of the eLc Handbook

Measures of Academic Progress

(MAP)

Measures of Academic Progress® (MAP®) is a computerized test that is adaptive -

the difficulty of each question is based on how well a student answers all the previous questions.

Students at Forest lake take this assessment starting in second grade.

Richland Two schools administer a math and reading assessment

each Fall (September) and Spring (March).

Teachers use the results of the assessment to assist with instructional planning.  

It is also used to measure growth over time.

Our assessments are given five months apart, so we must keep that in mind when using to see growth

The assessment’s creators have a  Parent Toolkit web page that you may visit for additional information.

Assessment Schedule

Tuesday, September 12th - Reading

Monday, September 18th- Math

If there are any changes to our calendar due to the weather, you will be notified.

Newsletter 9/1/17

News and Happenings

September 1, 2017

Welcome to the 2017-18 School Year Everyone!

Wow, what a busy first week! We are still learning procedures for the classroom. Here are a few things we have been working on by subject areas:

Reading- We have not yet begun working on reading skills. We have only had Library orientation so that students can begin checking out books. It is imperative that students keep up with their books so that they can continue to check out books when we go to the library. We have incorporated reading through the use of Studies Weekly in Social Studies. See the Social Studies section to learn more.

Math- We have began discussing the meaning of multiplication. Students are grasping the concepts rather quickly. You will begin seeing homework for this Module next week once students have had more practice with the concepts. View this Parent Tip Sheet for Module 1 to see what we will be covering. It is a great idea to ask your child about some of the strategies and models we use in class.

Science- In Science, we have been learning about the Scientific Method through conducting our own experiment with lima beans. Next week we will begin learning about Environments and Habitats.

Social Studies- In Social Studies, our topic is "Where In the World Are We?" Students have been learning about the geography of the world as well as South Carolina's geography. We use Studies Weekly to learn about South Carolina. Week 1 discussed "Rivers and Regions" of South Carolina. We will continue to discuss this concept next week.

Mark Your Calendars

Parent Information Night - Thursday, September 7 from 5:30 - 6:30

Please make plans to attend this important session.

I will be sharing important curriculum, grade level, classroom, and grading and assessment information.

We request that this evening is attended by adults only in order to allow all parents and guardians a chance to focus on the information being presented as well as in consideration of space in the classroom.

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New Parent Session - Thursday, September 7 from 6:30 - 7:00

Ms. Scullion will be available in the library to questions.  

All are welcome to come by!

EdVenture Family Night - Tuesday, September 12 from 5:00 - 8:00

Please help us help EdVenture as they plan for their FIRST school session of the year!  

Please complete the two question Google Form survey so we and the EdVenture staff can be prepared.

You may receive this from Mrs. Scullion as well.  

You do not have to complete it more than once,

but you will be able to go back in and edit it if something changes.

Remember that it is only $3.00 (ages 2 and up) and the school will get $2.00 of that back! Click the link for the EdVenture Family Night flyer.

Forest Lake Elementary PTO

Membership and Volunteering - It is never too late to join the Forest Lake Elementary PTO or volunteer to be involved in activities supported by our PTO.  Please check papers previously sent home. Click these links for the PTO form and the Volunteer form.

Charleston Wrap - Our first PTO fundraiser is well underway.  Our PTO uses all monies collected through membership and fundraising events to provide resources and support programs that impact all students! Click the link for the Charleston Wrap flyer.

Follow Up Information

Carpooling  - Mrs. Scullion sent a Google Form out on Tuesday.  Families interested in creating carpools should complete and submit by Friday morning. Here is the link for your convenience: Carpooling

Grade Level Email Lists - Remember to send Mrs. Scullion any email address that you would like to have included in the contact list.

Last, But Not Least …

Check out these great digital resources  …

NASA Space Place: Explore Earth and Space - Free Space Place newsletter subscription for teachers and parents.

Bedtime Math - This group’s goal is to make math a fun part of each child’s daily routine.

Eureka Math Parent Support - There are some great resources available free through this website. 

Homework and Reminders for Week of 8/28

Good evening families, 

Please go to the Expectations and Procedures page on this blog to see the homework for the week as well as important reminders and dates. 

Email me if you have any questions or concerns at carjacobs@richland2.org 

Summer Reading Celebration

Please make sure your child turns in their Summer Reading Log by Friday so that they can attend the Summer Reading Celebration next Thursday.  Thank you!