Tustumena Elementary Newsletter
February 10, 2021
Answering the question, "What are we going to do about our kids missing out on nearly a year of education?"
From
Doug Hayman
Tomorrow Feb. 11, 2021 is Pajama or Sweats Day.
Students may wear pajamas or sweats to school and get comfortable to read. Students may bring a blanket, pillow, or one stuffed animal. The class will read together and exchange bookmarks.
Upcoming Events for February
Feb. 9th After School Cross Country Skiing 4th - 6th grades
Feb. 10th Battle of the Books District Competition 5th & 6th grade
Feb. 11th Battle of the Books District Competition 3rd & 4th grade
Feb. 17th Early Release
Feb. 18th & 19th Parent/Teacher Conferences
Feb. 23rd 6th Grade Skyview Orientation
Feb. 26th District Forensics
Friday February 12th Valentine Classroom Parties
If you are planning on bringing a snack for your student's classroom, it can ONLY be store bought pre-packaged goodies. Homemade goodies will NOT be allowed.
If you have any questions please contact your student's teacher.
After School Cross Country Skiing Started Feb. 9th for grades 4th - 6th.
Permission slips went out on Tues. Feb. 2nd. There are 3 papers that need to be filled out, signed, and returned with the participation fee before your kiddo can join in on the fun.
Battle of the Books
Today, February 10th is the Battle of the Books Competition for grades 5/6 and
Tomorrow, February 11th for grades 3/4.
Your students have been practicing hard for this competition. Let's cheer them on!
Early Release
We will have early release on Wed. Feb. 17th. School will dismiss at 2:35 pm. Boys and Girls Club will be running after school until normal time of 6:30
Parent/Teacher Conferences
February 18th from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm and
February 19th from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm.
Conference slips have been sent out. Please be looking for them.
6th Grade Skyview Orientation
February 23rd representatives from Skyview will be coming to Tustumena to talk to your students about middle school and answer questions they may have. At this time it will only be for students. Parents will be at a later date.
District Forensics
February 26th is District Forensics.
Parents and Students;
To be sure that you get the library books that you want it helps to reserve books online. Students can put a hold on books from home or school. Books will be set aside for your regular check-out day.
This is the link to the catalog: https://tustumena.goalexandria.com/. On the main page are links to lists of books about Valentine’s Day, President’s Day and Civil Rights and history.
Here is the link to the video on how to put a hold on a book: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8uZFX13AkY&feature=youtu.be&hd=1
This is the ‘Browse’ link that features the newest books in the library: Both student and adult books. https://tustumena.goalexandria.com/browse The new Explorer Academy series from National Geographic looks like a good read!
Rosy Thompson,
Library Aide, Tustumena Elementary
Kasilof, AK
907-260-1345, ext 1375
The more you READ,
The more things you will KNOW.
The more that you LEARN,
The more places you’ll GO!
Dr. Seuss
Krystal Cottam
Tustumena Elementary Secretary
Information
Email: dhayman@kpbsd.k12.ak.us
Website: kpbsd.12.ak.us/tustumena
Location: 58231 Sterling Highway, Kasilof, AK, USA
Phone: 907-260-1345