Dear Parents,
We
have covered a good amount of ground this week.
The children learned about the homeless population here in
Arlington and participated in the annual Mini-Walk for the Homeless on Tuesday.
The children were able to walk several laps of the sidewalk adjacent to the
school to show their support of this worthy cause. In addition to helping those here in
Arlington, the children are also being given the opportunity to help children
throughout the world through “Trick or Treat for Unicef” this Halloween. The children are bringing home a letter from
Mrs. Brown today, outlining the program.
They will bring home their collection box next week. I would like to encourage all the children to
bring their boxes with them as they go trick or treating and collect for
children around the world. In the past
Tuckahoe students have collected more than $7,500 in pennies, nickels and
dimes.
Back in the classroom, we are about to
complete our first unit in Math, have practiced the Scientific Method in
Science and worked on where to find information when reading and how to
identify and use common and proper nouns.
The children also were introduced to the new online typing program. We are asking that the children spend 10
minutes per night on this program. Our
goal is to have the children become proficient at two-handed typing by the end
of the year. In addition to the work at
home we will be typing in class as well.
All in all we are moving along well.
As I mentioned before, I would like your continued help with going over
your child’s assignments with them when they get home and have them explain
what they need to do that evening. If it
is a long term project, use a calendar and help pace out the project. Once your child has completed their work,
review it with them, and then have them put all their work and supplies back in
their backpack.
There are several
“housekeeping” items I would like to bring to your attention. First, I would like to encourage everyone to
reach out to Deb Schueren (Aya’s mom) to see how you might help with the
Halloween party on Thursday. We will
need some help with costume changing around 1:30 pm and setting up the party. The parade is at 2:00 pm and we should be
back in the classroom around 2:45. This
is a fun afternoon for the children and your help is greatly appreciated. Deb’s email is bdbloomer@gmail.com. Please also review the Mid-Week Update on the
blog if you have not had an opportunity to do so as of yet.
Below are some important
October/November dates to place on your calendars. If you could please let me know if your child
will not be at school on Monday or Tuesday prior to Thanksgiving I would
appreciate it.
Fri.
10/25- Harvest Fest- 7:00pm
Thurs.
10/31- Halloween Parade- 2:00pm
Sat.
Nov. 2- Tuckahoe/H-B 5K and Fun Run
Mon.
11/4- Outdoor Lab Field Trip/End of 1st Quarter
Tues.
11/5- Election Day- No School for Students
Wed.
11/6- Full Day of School- NO EARLY RELEASE
Mon.
11/11- Veterans Day Observation- No School
Fri.
11/22- Report Cards Issued
Wed
11/27-Fri 11/29 Thanksgiving Break-No School
As
always, I want to thank you for all you do at home to ensure that your child
comes to school each day ready to learn.
I hope everyone stays warm over the weekend and good
luck to anyone running in the Marine Corps Marathon!
Sincerely,
Mrs.
DiNardo
