Coming Up: PTA Meeting with Abby Raphael – Movie Night

January 30, 2012

A special thanks to all who came to the International Dinner Friday night.  Students provided musical entertainment and families provided the feast!  Claremont students also got a chance to show off their dance moves in the gym.  What a blast!  Thanks to all who participated.

On Tuesday, February 7, School Board Member Abby Raphael will be featured at our February PTA Meeting.  The meeting begins at 7 p.m. Please come and here from Ms. Raphael the future plans for Arlington County schools.  Babysitting and Spanish translation is available.

Finally, PTA Movie Night is next Friday, February 10 at 6:30 p.m.  So bring a blanket, wear your pj’s and settle in for a movie with your Claremont friends!

 

 

This Week: Winter Concert – International Dinner Ooh La La!!!!

January 24, 2012

Students may have been off of school Monday, but they have a very busy week ahead.

Claremont’s Winter Concert is set for Wednesday night.  Make it a dinner and a concert evening… the fifth grade is selling pizzas and desert before the concert.  The music begins at 7:00 p.m…. but pizza will be served at 6:15 p.m.  Please come and enjoy!

That’s not the only occasion this week to dine out at Claremont.  The school’s annual International Dinner will be held Friday night at 6:00 p.m.  The dinner is pot-luck so please bring a dish from your native land… the PTA will provide the entertainment.  It’s sure to be a fun night!

Viva Verde will meet at Susie Wallin’s house on Tuesday night for an informational meeting.  If you’re interested in the school’s efforts to be green, please attend.  The meeting will run from 8:00 – 9:30 p.m. at the Wallin’s at 5910 N. 19th Street, Arlington 22205.

 

 

 

This week

 

This Week: Geography Bee… Read-a-thon Wednesday.

January 9, 2012

Claremont’s 4th and 5th Grade Geography whizzes will face off Tuesday at 3pm for the Claremont Geography Bee.

Students schoolwide can read about Geography and many other subjects on Wednesday, an Early Release Read-a-thon day.

Although this week marks just the first full week back in class after winter break, students can look forward to two more breaks this month.  There will be no school for students on Monday, January 16 and Monday, January 23.

 Finally, Claremont’s Reflection winners will be honored next Tuesday, January 17 at the County’s Reflections Ceremony.  The program begins at 7 p.m.  Come to Washington Lee High School to cheer on Claremont students and view the wonderful art pieces created across Arlington.

 

 

This Week: PTA Meeting… and holiday shopping at Book Fair!

December 5, 2011

Tired of all the endless lines to wait in and stores to shuffle through while doing your holiday shopping?  You’re in luck!  This week, Claremont hosts the Book Fair!  It’s a great time to pick up some gifts for the holidays while getting your child to read, read, read!  The Fair starts Monday at 8:00 a.m. and lasts all week during school hours.  Families can shop together on Wednesday night, December 7 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. during Family Night.  Claremont is also welcoming a guest speaker from NASA for the evening event.  On a side note, if you want to add a scarf or two to your holiday shopping…. the fifth grade will be selling scarves in Claremont colors.  Come take a look at the fifth grade table!

The PTA meets Tuesday night for it’s monthly meeting at 7 p.m.  Please come to find out what’s planned for the coming months and make your suggestions heard!  Babysitting and translation is available.

Just a reminder, the Winter Concert has been rescheduled to January 25.  Come to the Book Fair instead!

Claremont will host a Chess Tournament on Saturday from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.  Come… bring your best moves!

Finally, a thank you to Adriane Webb and all the folks who helped her on Make-up Picture Day.  Our volunteers make things happen.

Have a great week!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Picture Day Bloopers – Fixed tomorrow!

December 1, 2011

If your child’s picture day was more of a picture dud… tomorrow’s his or her chance to retake the shot!  Staff, clubs, teams and candids will also be taken Friday.  Say Cheese!

Also… parents and students from the 3rd grade get the chance Friday for some Kudos from Claremont.  The Third Grade Recognition Breakfast will be held from 7:30 – 8:15.  See you then!

 

Winter Concert – Rescheduled for January 25 at 7:00 p.m.

November 23, 2011

The winter concert has been rescheduled to January 25 at 7:00 p.m.

Information about this change has been reflected in the recent Claremont Parrot Newsletter and will be reflected in each Monday Memo until the concert date.  An individual letter is also going home with each 3rd, 4th & 5th grade student.

The Latest on: Reflections… Reading… Movie Night and Thanksgiving!

November 18, 2011

This has been a busy week for Claremont’s artists and readers!

The results are in for the winners of this year’s Reflections contest.  Thirty-eight Claremont artists participated in 5 categories with 49 entries altogether.

Representing Claremont in the County-wide contest for Visual Arts are Ethan Drake for “The Trail that Keeps on Going” and Alexander Hall for “Acceptance”.  In Photography, our first place winners are  Maya Solis for “Colors of the Rainbow”
and Calvin Hendren for “Diverseacreek”.  In Literature our Claremont winners are Maya Solis for “I love diversity” and
Lukas Wood for “Diversity Birds”.  In the Film category, Tamzin Folz took top honors for “Diverse City” and Danielle Sassin took first place for “Diversity means…”.  Tamzin Folz will also represent Claremont in the Dance category for her work ”American Dances Together (Diversity is Beautiful)”.  Congratulations Claremont artists!

Our Claremont students are hitting the books.  The PTA has awarded grants for two different reading programs – Jr. Great Books and the Third Grade Monthly Reading Night.  Claremont parent volunteers are starting up five new rotating “book clubs” through the Jr. Great Books programs.  So far, the students who’ve started the program seem to be enjoying their books.  On the third grade front, about 50 students and parents gathered in the library Thursday night for the monthly reading night.  The teachers hope that the night will help further engage students in reading and help them unlock the joy of books.  Way to go readers!

Friday night is movie night at Claremont.  The PTA is presenting Rio!  Come and unwind, enjoy some pizza and popcorn and kick back with your friends for a movie!

Finally, Thanksgiving is less than a week away and with that comes the annual Claremont Thankful Lunch.  Parents are welcome to join their children during lunch on Tuesday to help them celebrate Claremont’s observance of Thanksgiving.  You bring lunch, the PTA will provide pie!  Homeroom parents are still looking for volunteers to help serve pie.  If you’re interested in helping out, please contact your homeroom parent.

 

 

 

Coming Soon: Rio! Family Movie Night – Friday, November 18

November 9, 2011

Claremont PTA presents Free Family Movie Night & Pajama- Jam showing Rio Friday November 18th 6:30-8:30pm in the Claremont Cafetaria.  Pajamas and picnic blankets welcome.   Pizza, popcorn and snacks for sale.

El PTA de Claremont presenta Noche Gratis con películas para la familia y Fiesta de Pijamas Presentando Rio El viernes, 18 de noviembre de 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Lugar: Cafetería de la escuela Se Pueden Vestir con sus Pijamas y traer un mantel pizza, palomitas de maíz y meriendas para comprar.

This Week: Reflections Judging… Two days off!

November 7, 2011

Many Claremont students headed out of last week showing off their classrooms to their parents in our “Day in the Life of a Claremont Student” event last Thursday night.  Parents enjoyed seeing their students’ school and handiwork.  Students liked showing off and playing teacher for an evening.

This week, students will enjoy staying home for a couple of days.  Classes are out on Tuesday, November 8 and Friday, November 11 for Election Day and Veteran’s Day.

Reflections judges will not be taking a break this week, however.  Judging is underway for the 50 entries our students had in 5 categories:  Visual Arts, Photography, Dance, Literature and Film.  Thirty-eight Claremont students participated in the contest, with some entering in more than one category.  You can check out their work in the hallway at school.  Way to go Claremont students!

 

 

PTA Liaison to the School Board James Lander hosts meetings

November 2, 2011

With the school year well underway, PTA Liaison to the APS School Board James Lander is planning a couple of meetings to get together to discuss what is happening at Claremont and other schools and the work of the School Board.  While it may be difficult for everyone to meet at the same time, Mr. Lander has scheduled two meetings, one in the morning and one in the evening.

 The first meeting will be Thursday evening, November 10, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. The second meeting will be Tuesday morning, November 15, from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. Both meetings will be in the School Board office, room 105 in the Education Center, which is located at 1426 N. Quincy Street.

The meetings will be informal, so feel free to arrive and leave as your schedule permits.  The invitation is extended to PTA Presidents, parents, County Council of PTA delegates and ACI representatives.  If you’re planning on attending, please RSVP  by phoning the Board office at 703-228-6011.

This Week: Reflections / Picture Day / Halloween Fun!

October 24, 2011

Wow!  Claremont students head into a busy week this week.  The deadline for Relections entries is today.  Our fearless judges look forward to seeing some beautiful photos, films, drawings and paintings, music, literature and dance from our budding Picasos!

Say Queso!  Picture Day is this Wednesday.  Parent Coordinator Adriane Webb is still looking for volunteers to line up students, brush their hair, etc.  If you have some time to help out, please give her a call at 703-820-5344.

Do you have a budding scientist or performer?  If so, your student may be able to hone those skills on a Claremont Odyssey of the Mind team.  An informational meeting will be held Wednesday night at 6 p.m. in the library.

On Friday, Claremont will be overrun with ghosts, goblins and ghouls!  The fun starts at 9:30 a.m. when our students march with the Wakefield band in costume throughout the Claremont grounds.  Parents are welcome… bring your cameras!  The fun continues in the afternoon as our students dig into tricks and treats in their classroom parties from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

Last but not least, on Saturday Claremont will send a team of 86 runners to the MCM fun run.  The runners should arrive between 10:00 - 10:15 a.m. for a 10:30 a.m. start time.  T-shirts will be handed out in class this week.  Let’s cheer on our runners all the way to the finish line!

 

 

Fall Fun Fest Fun and Reflections deadline.

October 17, 2011

Fall Fun Fest 2011 was a success.  Claremont students jammed to the dj, dove into the chili bar  and got spooked in the haunted house.  The festivities were also a boon to the fifth graders.  They raised $310 in the cakewalk for their end of the year celebration.  Way to go 5th grade!

Tonight, the PTA Homeroom Parents Committee is meeting in the library from 6pm – 7pm to discuss plans for the year.  Babysitting and translation is provided.

Entries for the PTA Reflections contest are due this Friday.  This year’s theme is “diversity means…” Students can express their ideas on the theme through visual art, writing, film, dance, music and photography.  Turn in those entries!

 

 

 

 

 

This Week: Fundraiser totals and Fall Fun Fest!

October 11, 2011

Welcome back students from a long weekend!

Our Sally Foster / Entertainment Book totals are coming in… and we’re pleased to announce that Claremont students brought in more than $16,000 in sales!  At a 50% profit, that means a profit of $8,000 for PTA activities.  Great job students!  Way to go!

Thank you to the 3rd and 4th grade classes for treating the teachers to a breakfast and lunch during the conferences on Thursday and Friday.  The food was wonderful and our hard-working teachers really appreciated it.

Thank you to the parents and teachers who attended the Parent-Teacher Social last Thursday.  Turnout was great and it gave Claremont adults a little chance to unwind.  Thank you to Hard Times Cafe for helping to sponsor the event.  Thank you also to the babysitters who helped Claremont students enjoy a Thursday night social of their own!

There’s more fun on the calendar this week, as the PTA hosts Claremont’s Fall Fun Fest on Friday.  There will be music, games, a moonbounce, a spooktacular haunted house and the famous Cakewalk!  The cost is $5 per child, parents are free.  The fun starts at 6 p.m.  Be there!

First PTA Meeting Minutes – September 2011

October 3, 2011

September 2011 PTA Meeting

PTA Executive Committee
President – Sarita Bhargava
Treasurer – Rich Kelly
Corresponding Secretary – Clair Sassin
Social VP – Courtney Holmes
Fundraising VP – Amber Dungan
Communications VP – Karen Hendren
Recording Secretary – Beth Connors

PTA Goal
The goal of the PTA is to foster community, create connections, advocate, fundraise and to have fun with your child during the school experience. The ultimate goal is to have your children love to learn and love coming to school.

Budget Review
Rich Kelly presented the budget income and expenses. The PTA approved the 2011 budget.  The PTA reviewed the teacher grant process.

Social
The Fall FunFest is October 14th from 6:00  to 9:00 pm.  The PTA needs lots of volunteers.  If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Courtney Holmes. Bring the whole family to this spooky and fun-filled event.  It’s a great opportunity to meet or catch up with other Claremont Families.

After-School Enrichment Program
Information about the after-school enrichment program can be found on the PTA website.   Sign-up is first come, first serve.  The classes last for 8 weeks.  The PTA needs volunteers to help during the first week of the enrichment program.  Email Courtney Holmes if you can help during the first week or with any questions. 

PALS and Math Buddies starts in the Fall.  You will be contacted if your child is eligible.

Grounds Committee
Discussed the great work and progress that the Grounds Committee has made.  The first garden day is Sunday, September 18 from 1-6 pm.  If you are interested in participating in the Grounds committee, contact Steve Duall.  Also, check out the Claremont PTA Grounds Committee Facebook page.

Fundraising
Thanks to Jeannine Raymond for the fabulous Edukit program.  Thank you also to Christine Walyus for agreeing to chair the Claremont Book Fair. The PTA reviewed how the Entertainment books and Sally Foster are being sold this year.  The Entertainment Books cost $30 and Claremont gets $15 from each book sold.  The Sally Foster catalog is going out on Sept. 15th and will work the same as two years ago (very different from last year.)  The Sally Foster fundraiser ends on September 30th.  You can go on the Sally Foster website and buy Sally Foster products or get Entertainment books for other areas of the country.

Translations
Everything is translated into Spanish at Claremont.  The PTA is looking for volunteers to help translate PTA documents.  If you are interested in helping to translate, please contact Sarita Bhargava. 

Reflections
Reflections is a national PTA contest dedicated to promoting the arts.  The theme this year is “Diversity means…”  There are six categories in which a child can enter the contest – photography, visual arts, literature, dance choreography, film and music competition.  The deadline for entries is October 21, 2011.  Ask Michael Swisher any questions. 

List Serv
Please sign up for the Claremont list servs on the Claremont PTA website. The Claremont PTA website address is www.claremontpta.org.  There are two list servs.  Parrots prattle is not moderated.  The PTA list serv is moderated, and is for pta/school business.

Ms. Johnson/Mrs. Burnett Update
There is a teaching assistant from Spain coming to Claremont.  Ms. Johnson needs someone to host the teaching assistant for the year.  If you are interested, please contact Ms. Johnson. 
 
Back to School Night
Please do not bring your children to back to school night. If you do bring them, they will be in the library or in the gym, but there will not be a program for the children.  Back to School night is September 21 at 7pm.

Superintendent’s New Strategic Plan is to instill love and learning and become good citizens
5 goals
Highly engage and challenge students
Recruit good teachers
Good learning environment (school)
Pay attention to whole child
Close gap

Questions
Parent wonders if we can stream PTA meeting via Youtube or something similar?

The next PTA meeting is Oct. 4th at 7pm.

This Week: Parent-Teacher Conferences and Social

October 3, 2011

A change in the calendar also brought a change in the weather this week. Brrrr!

But that won’t stop our Claremont students from having fun. Students involved in after-school enrichment activities got off to a good start last week.  Actors are coming up with characters, cartoonists are developing comic books, the Spanish, English and math students are working on homework and building their skills and the chess masters are conjuring up new moves to reach checkmate!

Last month, we had nearly record-breaking attendance at the PTA meeting. The PTA meets again Tuesday night at 7 p.m.  Come beat last month’s attendance record. Childcare and Spanish translation is available. Please come and make your voices heard!

This week will be a short week, with Parent-Teacher conferences on Thursday and Friday. Students will also be off on Monday for Columbus Day. The third grade and fourth grade classes will be honoring the teachers and staff during the conferences by supplying a breakfast and lunch. Thank you third and fourth grade in advance!

Finally, do you ever feel like your children are having all the fun in elementary school? Thursday night, October 6, is a chance to change all that. The PTA is sponsoring a Parent-Teacher Social at Hard Times Cafe in Clarendon. Parents, teachers and staff, come mix it up from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hard Times, located at 3100 Wilson Blvd.  Childcare is available at Claremont.

 

After School Enrichment Program List

September 9, 2011

Our after school enrichment program is ready to view! Click the link below to see it.

 

Este paquete contiene información sobre las actividades de los programas de desarrollo después de las clases de Claremont,
correspondientes otoño de 2011:

After School Enrichment Program

 

Thank you!

Back to School Social Fun and Huge PTA Turn Out

September 14, 2011

A huge shout out to Susie Wallin for organizing the back to school social! It looked like the kids loved their popsicles and so did some of the parents including me!

Thank you for the fantastic turn out for the PTA meeting last night! It was great to see so many new and returning faces. We are looking forward to a fun filled year for all of us. As I understand not everyone got the calendar in their first Tuesday packet, attached is the school calendar.  We’re also including the volunteer descriptions so you can get a better sense of what each committee project entails.

In English: 2011-2012 School Calendar
In Spanish: Calendar_2010-2011_SP

Volunteer Descriptions

This Week: Back-to-School Night and a Thank You to the Grounds Helpers!

September 19, 2011

As students head into another week, they may notice some freshly tended plants after students and parents turned out this weekend for a Claremont Grounds Planting Day.  Thanks to Steve Duall and his team and all the parents and students who came out to help!

We also want to remind parents to come to Back-to-School night this Wednesday, September 21 at 7:00p.m.  This is a parents event; students are encouraged to stay home.  It’s a great night to meet your child’s teachers and learn what they’re cooking up for the school year.  Mark your calendar!

Finally, forms are due Monday for after school enrichment activities.  If you have a young Picasso at home or if your child may like a little after-school boost in English or Spanish, these classes can help.  They’re filling up fast.  Turn in your forms!

This Week: Enrichment Program Begins… Sally Foster Fundraiser Ends

September 26, 2011

Future thespians, guitar heroes, dodgeball aficionados and who knows, maybe even the next Bobby Fischer… will get the chance to develop their talents after the final school bell rings.  After school enrichment classes begin this week.

The Claremont Science Department is holding workshops this week to help parents navigate goals and expectations for the science program this year.  Parents of students in 3rd – 5th grade can attend a workshop on Tuesday, September 27 from 5:30 – 6:00.  Parents of students in Kindergarten – 2nd grade can attend a workshop on Thursday, September 29 from 5:00 – 6:00.

One of the PTA’s biggest fundraisers, Sally Foster and the Entertainment Books, ends this week.  Students can turn in the money they’ve raised to their teachers or the front office all week long.  The PTA will also have a table set up before school on Thursday morning, September 29.

Finally, a thank you to all the teachers and staff who worked so hard to put the Back-to-School night together last week.  It’s always a pleasure to meet our students’ teachers and see the work our students are doing in school.

Letters needed: Teacher of the Year / Support Person of the Year

January 5, 2012

It is our great pleasure to announce that 4th grade teacher Kim Klaus has been selected as Claremont’s Teacher of  the Year.  Ms. Klaus has taught for Arlington since 2001 and has been at Claremont for 7 years. As many of you have experienced, Kim is an excellent teacher who takes great care to get to know all of her students and create a special relationship with each one.  Over the years she has held several leadership positions, including Mentor Coordinator, Social Studies Lead and Claremont Lead Teacher.  She is currently spearheading a cross-grade level committee to get students excited about reading.  Kim will now compete with teachers from other Arlington schools for the title of APS Teacher of the Year.

It is also our pleasure to announce that administrative assistant Lety Macias has been nominated as Claremont’s Support Person of the Year.  Ms. Lety, as she is known by students and parents, has worked in the front office for 5 years.  Each day her warmth, humor and helpful manner lights up the lives of all who come in contact with her.  She will also represent Claremont as she competes for APS Support Person of the Year.

We need your help!  We are looking for parents and students who would be willing to write letters of support to be included in the application packets for the above nominees.  These letters of support are an important part of the application process as they help us to illustrate to the county-wide selection committee that our wonderful Claremont nominees for Teacher of the Year and Support Person of the Year are deserving of the APS titles.  Please contact Susan Burnett (703-228-2513) if you plan to contribute a letter of support.  All letters are due Friday, January 6.

Con gran placer queremos anunciar que han seleccionado a la maestra de 4to grado la Sra. Kim Klaus como Maestra del Año de Claremont. La Sra. Klaus ha enseñado en Arlington desde el año 2001  y ha estado en Claremont por 7 años.  Algunos de ustedes han tenido la experiencia de ver que Kim es una maestra excelente que toma gran cuidado en conocer a cada uno de sus estudiantes y crea una relación especial con cada uno de ellos. Durante los años ella se ha destacado en varias áreas de liderazgos, incluyendo Coordinadora del Grupo de Mentores, Maestra Líder del Programa de Estudios Sociales y de los Maestros de Claremont. Ella está encabezando actualmente un comité a nivel de todos los grados para conseguir que todos los estudiantes se entusiasmen por la lectura. Ahora  Kim competirá con otros maestros de las escuelas de Arlington por el título de maestra del año de APS.

Es también nuestro placer anunciar que han nominado  a Lety Macías ayudante administrativa como ayudante del Año de Claremont.  La Sra. Lety, como los estudiantes y padres la conocen, ha trabajado en la oficina por 5 años. Cada día su calurosa bienvenida, su humor y ayuda  animan a todos los que están en contacto con ella. También ella representará  a Claremont y competirá como Ayudante del Año a nivel de APS.  

¡Necesitamos su ayuda! Estamos buscando a padres y estudiantes que estén dispuestos a escribir cartas de apoyo que se incluirán en los paquetes de aplicación para las candidatas mencionadas anteriormente. Estas cartas ayudan y son parte importante en el proceso ya que demuestran al comité que selecciona a nivel del condado que nuestros candidatos maravillosos de Claremont  merecen el título de Maestra del Año y Ayudante del Año a nivel de APS. Por favor comuníquese con Susan Burnett  al  (703-228-2513) si usted decide hacer con una carta de apoyo. Todas las cartas tienen que ser entregados para el viernes, 6 de enero. ¡ Muchas Gracias!

 

 

 

 

 

Coat and Toy Drive… and Art of Giving Parties!

December 12, 2011

Worldwide Helpers Coat and Toy Drive… please scour your closets for any gently used winter coats.  In these tough economic times, there are plenty of children who could use a donated coat to keep warm this winter.   No need to clean it before donating… a local dry cleaner is willing to clean up the coats.  We’re also collecting new toys to give away for those in need.  The coat and toy drive ends December 22.

Wednesday is an early-release day and also a Claremont Read-a-thon.  Have your child bring his or her favorite book to read on Wednesday!

Third grade parents can continue the joy of reading on Thursday night, December 15.  The third grade Parent-Student reading workshop will be held in the library between 5:30 – 7:30 Thursday night.

Also, Adelante will hold a parent meeting in the conference room on Friday morning between 7:30 – 9:00 a.m. 

Finally, next Thursday, December 22, many Claremont classes will hold their “Art of Giving” parties.  If you’d like to help in your child’s classroom, contact your child’s homeroom parent for food and game options!

 

 

 

 

This Week: PTA Meeting… Day in the Life of a Claremont Student

October 31, 2011

Claremont students finished off the school week last week in Halloween celebrations.  Many thanks to the parents and teachers who helped treat our students to food, candy and games.   The fun continues tonight in your neighborhoods.  Happy Halloween!

This weekend, a team of Claremont students braved the rain, wind and cold to run the MCM Fun Run at the Pentagon.  Despite the miserable conditions, our Claremont students crossed the finish line with smiles on their faces.  Go Claremont!

Parents are encouraged to stop by the P TA Meeting Tuesday night in the library at 7 p.m.  Special guest Gunston Principal Margaret Gill will talk about Gunston and preparing our students for the middle school years.   Translation and babysitting is available.  Please come!

Thursday our students have a chance to play teacher at our “Day in the Life of a Claremont Student” event.  Come to Claremont between 6 – 8 p.m. and your student can take you on a tour of his or her day.  Students love the chance to show off their classrooms to their family.  Teachers enjoy highlighting your child’s work!  It’s a fun night.  Please come!

Permission slips will go out this week for Odyssey of the Mind.  If your child is a budding scientist or performer, this team may be a good fit.   Teams will form soon.  The contest will be held in late March.

 

 

 

Food Drive – Help Worldwide Helpers – Donate Food!

October 26, 2011

Claremont’s WorldWide Helpers are putting on a school-wide food drive from Oct. 31 to Nov. 22. The list of food items needed went home in the Tuesday folder on Oct. 26. There is a box to collect food items in your child’s classroom. Please help us collect food for those in need!
Thank you.

El club de “World Wide Helpers” estarán recaudando comida enlatada del 31 de octubre al 22 de noviembre. La lista de alimentos que se recaudarán la enviamos la semana pasada en el paquete de los martes. Habrá una caja en el salón de clases de su niño/a dónde podrá depositar los alimentos. Por favor ayudenos a juntar alimentos para familias necesitadas.

 

 

Odyssey of the Mind/Odisea de la Mente Meeting tonight at 6 p.m.

October 26, 2011

The leaves are turning and starting to fall so….it must be time for Odyssey of the Mind. Teams are now forming. We will hold an informational meeting (with sign up included) on Wednesday October 26, 2011 at 6pm in the library for you and your interested student. Below is an excerpt from the Odyssey of the Mind web site.  
 

Why Odyssey of the Mind is Good for Kids

The Odyssey of the Mind teaches students to learn creative problem-solving methods while having fun in the process. For more than twenty five years, this unique program has helped teachers generate excitement in their students. By tapping into creativity, and through encouraging imaginative paths to problem-solving, students learn skills that will provide them with the ability to solve problems — great and small — for a lifetime. The Odyssey of the Mind teaches students how to think divergently by providing open-ended problems that appeal to a wide range of interests. Students learn how to identify challenges and to think creatively to solve those problems. They are free to express their ideas and suggestions without fear of criticism. The creative problem-solving process rewards thinking “outside of the box.” While conventional thinking has an important place in a well-rounded education, students need to learn how to think creatively and productively.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Cindy at cindymacrd@gmail.com or Ofelia McKenzie  through Claremont. 

Los equipos para Odisea de la Mente se están formando. Habrá una reunión para más información en la biblioteca el miercoles, 26 de octubre a las 6pm para padres e hijos interesados en el programa.


Odisea de la Mente
Odisea de la Mente es un programa que enseña a los estudiantes a resolver problemas creativamente, mientras se divierten.  Por más de 25 años, este programa original le ha ayudado a maestros a animar a sus estudiantes.  Es un programa educativo que anima la creatividad de pensamiento y las habilidades de resolución de problemas entre sus participantes. Si tiene alguna pregunta por favor contacte a Cindy: cindymacrd@gmail.com o a Ofelia McKenzie por la escuela.

 

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