THURSDAY FOLDER
News &  Information for Birchview Elementary


9/29/16
New Math Curriculum Off to a Strong Start
This year we are implementing Bridges, our new math curriculum. This program focusses on creating mathematical problem solvers. We are already seeing great problem solving and creative thinking happening across the grade levels. 
 
Although you are getting information on Bridges from your child's teacher, the public bridges website provides a variety of grade level resources for families. This includes lots of games for students to play at home.   If students pick their grade level and then scroll all the way down, click the link that says "age appropriate books and games," there is a ton of links for students to access and play at home.

Some other great sites:
Bedtimemath.org (click on today's fun math, parents can also sign up to get a daily problems through email.)
Start Time Reminder
School Hours 8:30AM - 3:10PM

Please keep in mind that students need to be in their classrooms ready to learn by 8:30 to not be considered tardy.  Five unexcused tardies constitutes one unexcused absence.

Please plan to have your student at school between 8:10 and 8:20 when the doors open.  We would ask that parents not go to classrooms after 8:30 unless they have made arrangements with the teacher. 
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Please Join Us!
October 6th at 3:20
for our 1st PTA meeting of the school year! 
  
We will be holding the first PTA meeting of the school year on October 6th from 3:20-4:20 in the media center. Childcare will be provided in the gym for school-aged children.  Guest speakers for the afternoon will be Wayzata Public Schools' Superintendent, Chace Anderson and fabulous Birchview teachers:
Kindergarten, Andrea Thurston
1st Grade, Mai Huynh
2nd Grade, Marianne Brinda
3rd Grade, Christa May
4th Grade, TBD
5th Grade, Dave Jackson

See you there!
Food, Friends, and Fun-draising!

 

Tuesday, October 11th
 
To help raise funds for school events, the PTA is planning a series of family fun nights at local restaurants the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Join other members of the Birchview community at Chipotle in Plymouth on October 11th. Chipotle will donate 50% of sales to the school. Just show the attached flyer to the cashier when you check out and enjoy a great meal for a great cause. You can show the paper flyer sent home with your child, or an electronic copy on your phone.
Winter Gear Drive for IOCP
2016 Winter Gear Drive for
Interfaith Outreach Community Partners
Starts October 17th! 
 
With cold temperatures right around the corner, many less fortunate families in our area are in great need of winter gear. Birchview will be starting our annual Winter Gear Drive next week! Get ready to clean out your closets and bring in your donations!
 
Donations accepted From October 17th - November 17th:

Items Needed:
Coats, Snow Pants, Boots, Hats, Mittens, Gloves and Scarves  (All sizes from infant to adult)
 
All donated items need to be washed, cleaned and in wearable condition. Donation box will be available outside of the main office.
 
Let's help keep families warm again this winter!!!
 
Questions?
Please contact Jesse Lundquist at [email protected]
Join us for Movie Night
Join us on Friday, September 30th for Family Movie Night at Birchview.

We will be showing Angry Birds (PG) in the gym. We are asking for a $5 donation per family and concessions will be sold (popcorn and candy for $1 each). 

Bring pillows and blankets and wear your pajamas to get cozy!This is a family event and we ask that all students be accompanied by an adult throughout the evening.
Did you know?!

Did you know Indiana Jones and Star Wars actor Harrison Ford was a Scout?

 

Every hero needs to start somewhere so consider Cub Scouts.   This year our future heroes will be skateboarding, rock climbing, camping, hiking, and learning how to be good citizens. 

 

If your child is looking for adventure please contact [email protected].


 


Kindergarten Family Breakfast
The Kindergarten Family Breakfast will be on Friday, September 30th from 7:45-8:20AM. All family members of Kindergartener are welcome. We ask that you please stay with your child until they are able to go to class at8:20 due to limited supervision. 

We need your help to make it a success:
Please visit the sign up to volunteer:
Proud to be part of
Excellence. For each and every student.


Upcoming Events

Friday, Sept. 30 
  • Kindergarten Family Breakfast 7:35-8:20
  • 4th Grade Field Trip
  • Movie Night 6:30-9

Thursday, Oct. 6
 

  • PTAMeeting 3:20-4:20
  
Friday, Oct. 7 -
  • Coffeew/the Principal 9-10

Tuesday, Oct. 11

  • Birchview Night at Chipotle
Tuesday, Oct. 18 
  • Fun Run Kick-Off Assembly
Thursday, Oct 20 
  • NO SCHOOL - MEA

Friday, Oct. 21

  • NO SCHOOL - MEA
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Sincerely,
Birchview Elementary

Birchview Elementary
425 Ranchview Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55447-3936
Phone: 763-745-5300 Fax: 763-745-5391


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