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October 19, 2009 Volume 3 Issue 10 |
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 From the Principal's Desk |
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Dear Parents,
The North Gwinnett Schools Foundation hosted their annual fundraiser, "The Big T'Do" this past weekend. I want to thank the PTA for the wonderful job they did hosting the Suwanee PTA table at this event. The table was beautifully decorated as Suwanee went "Back to the Basics". The fundraiser was a huge success and Suwanee, along with all of the North Gwinnett Cluster Schools, will benefit through the grant process.
Today we began the fall administration of the Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS) for students in third and fifth grade. The first day was a great success! The ITBS is a norm-referenced test that measures student achievement in reading, language arts, mathematics, science and social studies. From the results of this test, we are able to compare the academic performance of our third and fifth grade students to other children in the same grade levels across the nation. For more information about the test, please visit the official test website: http://www.education.uiowa.edu/itp/itbs/ . The student data from this test will help us assess how well your child is performing and assist us in planning to meet your child's academic needs.
Thank you for making sure your child is present and on time for the remainder of the testing window. Our staff wants to provide your child with the best opportunity to be successful. Since the formal testing environment cannot be duplicated during make-up testing, it is to your child's advantage to be at school during these scheduled test days. Once testing has begun each day, no child is allowed to enter the classroom tardy. We are limiting parent access on campus during this time, all parents are welcome to eat lunch with their child, however we are asking that you refrain from volunteering in the building.
Although your child will not be asked to study for this test, the following testing tips should help your child do his/her best on this assessment: eat a good breakfast; get plenty of rest; and come to school on time. Thank you so much for your continued support. Your cooperation during this important assessment period is greatly appreciated.
Warmly,
Dr. Kimberly Smith |
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| Important Dates to Remember |
October 19 - 23 - 3rd & 5th Grade ITBS Testing
October 23 - Jaguar Jamboree
October 26-30 - Red Ribbon Week
October 29 - Chick-Fil-A Night
November 2 - 5th Grade Field Trip to Dahlonega
November 11 & 12 - Early Release Conference Days
November 20 - Business Partner Breakfast
November 25-27 - Thanksgiving Holidays
December 1 - Art - International - Reflections Night
December 5 - Caboose Lighting - Downtown Suwanee |
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 Curriculum & Instruction from the Assistant Principals
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Focus on Kindergarten
Math News: Kindergarten students are doing a great job learning about solid figures. They are comparing and contrasting solid and plane figures and identifying solid figures by name. Some of their activities have included making solid figures out of paper and applying their knowledge by identifying figures in their classroom environment.
In Language Arts students are continuing with Jolly Phonics and have progressed to identifying consonant blends. We are delighted with their hard work and academic progress. |
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Media Center News |
 The Accelerated Reader parties for 2nd - 5th were a huge success. The kids had a wonderful time playing READO (like BINGO) using popular authors' names. We got to play lots of rounds of READO, so we had lots of winners. We also enjoyed a snack.
The top ten point earners in each grade level were announced and each of these students was allowed to choose a free book.
A big thank you to our parent helpers, Mrs. Cooper, Mrs. Jones and especially the coordinator, Mrs. Sauls. Mr. Sauls deserves a big thank you as well. He created an awesome READO program for us using the computer, so that we could see our authors' names appear on the big screen as we played the game.
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| Student Council Rock-A-Thon |
Suwanee Student Council representatives will have a
Rock a Thon at the
Jaguar Fall Jamboree on October 23rd.
Come by the Jaguar Cafe and support Suwanee Student Council!
All proceeds will be donated to the Care Team.
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Please join us this Friday at the Jaguar Jamboree from 5:30-8:30 pm. There will be games, prizes, inflatables, pie-throwing, cake walk, performances, food and more! The 4th and 5th Grade Chorus will be performing at 5:30 pm, followed by the talented students of Suwanee Elementary. Shane's Rib Shack will be on site selling dinner items in the cafeteria, a hot dog, hamburger and funnel cake vendor and an ice cream cart will be on the field. Unlimited Activity Wristbands will be on sale for $10 at the gate. (Parents are free!)
**In the event of rain, the Jamboree will be rescheduled for Friday, October 30th. Watch the PTA website, www.suwaneepta.org for more information.
Are you ready to show off your hidden talents?
Singing, cheering, dancing, musical instruments, jokes, gymnastics, magic tricks and more? It's the Variety Show at the Jaguar Jamboree! If you are interested, please send all registration forms back to your teacher by Wednesday, October 21st to participate. Registration forms are available at www.suwaneepta.org.
Just click on Paw prints on the menu to the left.
1 friend = 5 bonus box tops
Every person who registers online will earn 5 Box Tops for their school.
Chick -Fil-A Night is Thursday, October 29th from 5:00-8:00 pm |
| Lunch Notes from Mrs. Hill |
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Lunch Menus:
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October 20 |
Wednesday
October 21 |
Thursday
October 22 |
Friday,
October 23
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October 26 |
1-Pancakes & Sausage
2-Mini Chicken Slider
3-PBJ'wich
4-Fresh Subs
5-Veggie Chicken Sandwich |
1-Chicken Nuggets
2-Sloppy Joe
3-PBJ'wich
4-Chef Salads
5-Veggie Chik'n Nuggets |
1-Beef & Cheese Nachos
2-Italian Ravioli
3-PBJ'wich
4-Deli Wraps
5-Veggie Teriyaki Burger
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1-Burger Minis
2-Fish Nuggets
3-PBJ'wich
4-Chef Salads
5-Veggie Burgers |
1-Max Pizza Sticks
2-Oven Fried Chik'n
3-PBJ'wich
4-Deli Wraps
5-Veggie Chik'n Sandwich |
*Menu subject to change due to availability of products.
Weekly Breakfast Menu:
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Friday |
Choose One Item:
-Chicken Biscuit
-Breakfast Pancakes
-Assorted Cereals |
Choose One Item:
-Ham & Cheese Biscuit
-Bagelfull
-Assorted Cereals |
Choose One Item:
-Turkey Sausage Biscuit
-Flavored French Toast
-Assorted Cereals |
Choose One Item:
-Chicken Round-Up
-Cinnamon Rolls
-Assorted Cereals |
Choose One Item:
-Bacon Egg Scramble Pizza
-PB & Honey-wich
-Assorted Cereals | | |
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