Science Fair is Coming!

Dear Parents,

The John B. Dey PTA Sponsored Science Fair is an exciting event that encourages students to think like young scientists. Conducting an experiment using the scientific method has many educational benefits. Students develop skills in creative thinking, problem solving, writing, and organizing a presentation. Though optional, we encourage every child to participate. After returning their registration sheets, students will be given specific instructions for the steps to be taken in preparing their science projects. Most of the work will be completed at home; however, some teachers may choose to work on projects in school as well.

We ask that you encourage your children and monitor their progress along the way. Your guidance is key to a successful project, but be careful that you don’t end up doing the experiment yourself, no matter how much fun it would be! Please complete and return the attached Science Fair Registration Sheet by Friday, February 24th so that your child’s scientific discoveries can begin!
Mandy McCall, Science Fair Chair
348-7609 or mandymccall@verizon.net

February Newsletter Update

Parent Connection Workshop!

Mark your calendar and plan to attend the fourth annual Parent Connection Saturday Conference! On January 28, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Landstown High School, Dr. Katharine Kersey will deliver a compelling keynote address followed by your choice of breakout sessions. Sessions will include a variety of choices for parents of gifted students along with workshops covering topics such as college planning, stress and the family, financial literacy, special education, and much more! Attendees will also have the opportunity to visit the Reading Bus and a variety of community resource tables.

Come join the fun! Registration is not required but more information can be requested by calling 263-1936.

January Newsletter

Winter Craft Centers

My Favorite Christmas Book!

Yesterday I read my favorite Christmas book to my kiddos and they loved it! The best part of December is reading holiday books- so much fun. Don't forget that Friday is pajama day- wear you pajamas to school (no slippers):)

Needs, Wants, and Money

We are starting our unit on Economics (what a big word for kindergarten!). We are discussing the difference between needs and wants and how money is used to buy things. Above are some of the books we are reading. Next week we will be earning dollars from the teachers and at the end of the week we will get a chance to choices with our money by buying different little trinkets in the classroom.

December Update!

Happy Turkey Day!

Congratulations to Mr. Kipman, a fifth grade teacher, for winning the turkey canned food drive contest. My class was a little sad that I didn't win a chance to wear the costume, but Mr. Kimpan was so nice to come visit our class and pose for a picture. Thank you so much for all who donated cans of food for the food pantry! Happy Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving Centers