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Reminders |
Feb 8, Tue
Remember: mail your ballot
LWSD Levy
Feb 10, Thu
All Day Kindergarten Lottery
Feb 10, Thu
9:15 - 10:15 pm
Einstein Gym
Henry's Freedom Box Assembly
Feb 10, Thu
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Parent/Community Strategy Planning Meeting
Feb 10-11, 14, Thu, Fri, Mon
Valentine's Post Office
Feb 14, Mon
Valentine's Day Class Parties
Feb 17, 18, Thu & Fri
NO School, Mid Winter Break
Feb 21, Mon
NO School, Presidents' Day
Feb 25, Fri
6:30 - 8:30 pm
School Gym
Famly Bingo Night
Feb 25, Fri
Spirit Day - Disco Day
Please check out the PTSA Web site for additional news and calendar updates.
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Hello Einstein Families,
Each day I learn more and about what a great school Einstein is. On a daily basis I observe something that makes me so proud to be your principal! At the same time, I also learn about things that need to be adjusted slightly in order to be more effective. One example of that is recess. For those of you that have been on our playground, you are aware that it is a relatively small space. For that reason, it is important for us to assist children in finding as many safe activities as we can to keep them active and busy! I recently asked students in the upper grades to write me letters about ways to make recess a better experience for all students. Their reflections were very informative and actually provided a lot of suggestions we were able to implement.
At the students' request, the PTSA is purchasing several new balls, hula-hoops, and other similar items. Additionally, Mrs. Conover is making hopscotch sachets and the staff that works during recess will be assisting students in setting up games like Red Light Green Light. We have also decided to open the small grass area next to our new portable for play.
One of the most popular activities at recess is soccer, however this is also a difficult activity for kids to play without proper equipment or supervision. We have many students that are very skilled at soccer and play with great intensity, just as we have many students that are learning to play for the first time. For these reasons, we have decided to suspend soccer play until we are able to order jerseys and small goals which will allow us to run two small field games with teams that will be established with adult assistance at the beginning of recess. Additionally, I will be facilitating "lessons" around what is school safe soccer play as opposed to how kids might play on their competitive teams. We are also working out details with Arena Sports for them to come and facilitate some soccer activities during recess a couple of times a semester. If you have experience coaching or playing soccer, I welcome your assistance in facilitating soccer in coming weeks. Please contact me if you are interested in helping.
Have a great weekend!
Melissa Pointer, Principal
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February 8 - Remember to Vote on the LWSD Levy | |
Lake Washington School District (LWSD) has a growing student population and not enough space.
But a successful levy means relief of overcrowding! Make sure to get your ballot filled out, the envelope signed, and sent in by the February 8 deadline.
The cost of the 2011 levy is $0.31 per $1,000 of assessed valuation; for a house valued at $500,000 that amounts to approximately $13 per month for six years. That is approximately the cost of four trips to Starbucks and less than a movie ticket and popcorn!
For more information, please read the LWSD coverage.
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What's Happening in our First Grade Classes? | |
News from our 1st Grade Teachers
Today, first grade went to the Seattle Aquarium and participated in the Salmon Journey program. Students toured the aquarium in small groups and enjoyed seeing the otters.
First grade classes just started weekly spelling words. Each day we use the words in practice and on Fridays we have a weekly spelling test. We are also studying air and weather in science. We are learning all aspects of how meteorologists measure and predict weather. Students are learning about different types of clouds and how to describe changes in weather over time. You may want to go home and ask your child what they have learnt today!
First Grade Team,
Carole Brandt, Carol Stonich, Kailee Vanderwerff and Amy Walter
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Do you know why your children love our PE Classes? | |
News from Mrs. Plate, our PE Teacher
In PE we've been learning and playing pickle-ball. Parents, ask your kids WHY the game is called Pickle-ball. It's a cute story. We'll be moving on with all students participating in a math battle - a math challenge game with competition and fitness. We'll then continue onto cupstacking, an exciting individual and team sport where competitors stack and un-stack 12 specially designed plastic cups in predetermined sequences at lightning speed! Students race against the clock for fastest times and race against each other. It's great for hand-eye coordination. We'll then continue with our aerobic and fitness unit, learning about our resting and exercise heart rates. Our circus unit will be next, learning how to juggle, spin poi balls, walk on stilts, jump on pogo sticks, balance peacock feathers, poles, balance boards, flower sticks, and maybe even unicycles!
Cheryl Plate, PE Teacher
"We do not stop playing because we grow old...
... we grow old because we stop playing."
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Thank you for Supporting the Book Fair! | |
What a wonderful turn out for the Book Fair! In three days, we totaled over $3000 in sales with $1200 in profit. That's a lot of new books for our students to enjoy now, and in the coming years. Thank you to everyone who staffed the Fair and to all the book lovers who supported this fantastic event!
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Next Einstein Assembly: Henry's Freedom Box on Feb 10 | |
Our next assembly is a Book It All Over Theater presentation of Henry's Freedom Box by Ellen Levine. Each class has had the book read to them during Library class, and students are excited to see it performed! Please join in the fun (if you are able) from 9:15-10:15 am on Thursday, February 10th. Parents are always welcome at school assemblies.
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Keep the Parking Lot Safe for our Children | |
Parents,
Please remember that the cul-de-sac in front of the building is reserved for use by those picking up 3 or more Einstein students after school. A carpool permission slip must be displayed on the front dashboard of your vehicle. These are available in the front office. There have been several people using the cul-de-sac lately to pick up 1 or 2 students which causes significant congestion and delays the buses. It is also important to stay with your vehicle to continue to pull forward as space allows.
Additionally, please refrain from standing in front of the two exterior Kindergarten doors adjacent to the parking lot. That area has been very congested lately which has caused students to step into the cul-de-sac to walk around parents blocking the sidewalk.
Thank you for your attention to our children's safety and your cooperation!
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Valentine Post Office - Send a Valentine to a Student | |
PTSA is sponsoring a Valentine Post Office run by the students in Ms. Walter's and Mrs. Ollerenshaw's classes February 9th-14th.
Students will have the opportunity to purchase Valentine cards, pencils, and other Valentine items at the VPO in the entrance of the A Wing hallway. Students, parents, and staff can shop during morning and lunch recesses. Items can be sent to students through the post office and will be delivered daily. All proceeds will go to the Seattle Humane Society and Bali Bridges Orphanages.
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7 Easy Ways to Raise Money for Einstein Any Day | |
Providing quality programs and experiences to enhance our children's education requires financial support from you...
But did you know that you can earn money for Einstein PTSA just by continuing to do things you may already do?
- Have you seen the Box Tops for Education logo on products in your house? Einstein gets 10 cents per box top collected.
- Do you shop at Target, Safeway, or PCC? Each store will pay Einstein a percentage of the proceeds of your sale after you complete a simple registration process at no cost to you.
- Have an upcoming party you need supplies for? Everything Party in Redmond will donate 10% of your purchase if you mention Einstein at the beginning of the transaction.
Our Fundraising page provides information and links on the 7 programs and services that you can use to help Einstein any day of the week. Thank you for all your support!!
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Schedule Updates: Spanish Class | |
PTSA sponsored Spanish classes have changed as of February 3rd. All grade levels, K-6, will now meet Thursdays from 8:00 - 8:45 am in the Library. Please visit the Student Activities page for more details.
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2011 - 2012 PTSA Board Nominations | |
Have you, or someone you know, wanted to get more involved at Einstein and just not known how? Do you have great ideas to share? The Nominating Committee is currently looking for recommendations for our 2011-2012 PTSA Board. We need your assistance in identifying the best candidates. Feel free to recommend yourself, or anyone else you think may do a great job. Please take a look at the job descriptions listed on the Board Recommendation Form, and return the filled out form to school by February 25, 2011; or you can email melaniedw@hotmail.com with your recommendations. Thank you.
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** COMMUNITY NEWS ** Lake Washington School District (LWSD) does not sponsor, endorse or recommend any of the organizations, services, or activities described in these materials. |
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Dental Sealant Day on Feb 5, Sat | |
This program is in honor of National Children's Dental Health Month, for kids ages 6-13. You can check out the details and call for an appointment at 425-739-8130.
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