Upper Elementary has a full schedule

Happy New Year! We are so excited to be back at school. The spring semester is one of renewal and growth. December was filled with celebrations for world peace and our love for one another. We are looking forward to all of the growth and prosperity that their hard work will continue to support.

I am looking forward to this month’s study of fractions, ratio and proportion! The verb is the most important part of speech this month, and we will continue our development of writing skills.

In addition to botany and zoology, physics is our focus in our advanced sciences. Our geographical focus is Asia this month, and we will continue our historical study of Florida, the United States and the world!

Upcoming Events

Jan. 22: Tides Takeover at Adventure Landing
Jan. 24: Parent Education Night
Jan. 30-Feb. 1: Nature’s Classroom overnight trip
Feb. 9: MTCF Wine Down at the Beaches History Museum

Parent Education Night II

Please join us Thursday, Jan. 24, from 6:30-8 p.m. This year, we have guest speakers Jim and Jamie Shiels, authors of the Family Board Meeting Strategy. You’ll also receive a free copy of their book!

Classroom Donations

We are looking for a few donations to help improve our environment. Any of the following would be greatly appreciated:

• Railing planters and spring flowers.
• Bird feeders and a garden hook.
• White Christmas lights (these can be returned after use).

Nature’s Classroom

We are excited for our overnight trip at the end of the month!

We will leave school at 7 a.m. Wednesday and return to school at 3:30 p.m. Friday. Carpool groups will be created when I know exact numbers.

If you have not already, please complete your child’s medical form. If you need another copy of the directions, please let me know!

All meals are included in the cost of the trip; please do not send snacks with your child.

Children will be calling home each night. Electronics are not permitted on the trip. You may reach your child by calling Ms. Jess or Ms. Nancy.