The Mangus Messenger
3/10/18
Dear Parents,
Not only are we continuing our academic growth, but we are starting to master our routines and organizational skills.
We were one of the monthly Box Top winners for most Box Tops turned in this month. To celebrate, we get a free dress down day. On top of that, we have a new classroom job. The Assignment Checker is keeping us up-to-date on missing/late work. Not only does this assist those of us struggling to turn in our work, but it has led to faster entry into IC so you are in the loop at home. This resulted in a new You've Got Mail Manager who is rocking our filing, so now our completed work is coming home faster too.
To top it all off we are about to increase our Pennies for Peace Donation. We have almost filled our penny jar. So, not only do we take pride in our generosity, we also get to choose another celebration reward from our list. However, this is not all we have to celebrate...read on for more. Woohoo!!!
Now, let's see if we can survive Monday...Springing forward is tough in a classroom, but we can do it!
Conflict Resolution Awards Ceremony
Planners ALL Signed
Our class has voted for a tech/movie party that will require 2 lunch/recess times to complete. I am extremely proud of them for their perseverance and we thank you for all of your help on the home front.
Mathmaticians Celebrate!!!
70% of our class passed with a C or higher!!!! OMG, this is incredible data for adding and subtracting fractions and mixed numbers and I am so proud of our learners! Keep up the great work!
Next up: Unit 8 - Multiplying and Dividing Fractions and Mixed Numbers (they are going to ROCK this one too). Yes, I goofed on the unit numbering...just keeping you on your toes.
2018 Spring Gala
Aspen Ridge’s 2018 Spring Gala is our biggest fundraiser of the year and it is just around the corner!
The teachers are really excited to auction off their outings too! Mr. T, Mr. Rhoda, and I will be hosting the Star Wars: The Last Jedi movie afternoon with snacks and gifts. Costumes and pillows are encouraged! Be sure to get your 2018 Gala tickets for a chance to bid and benefit our awesome school!
Check out the website and get your tickets now. You won’t want to miss this evening of dinner, dancing, and fundraising!
Spark A Conversation
- What were the four potions we made in Science? Why did we choose different ones?
- Which "potion" worked on the tarnished penny? Explain why you think it worked.
- Tell me what you read about in Social Studies.
- What is the next topic you are going to cover in Math? How do you think it is going to go? Give me some evidence for why you think this way.
- Who is Don Quixote? Tell me something you learned about Cervantes, the author of the book.
- Explain why Ms. Mangus is always making you do test reflections after you complete an assessment.
- What did you do to help, or make someone smile, this week?
Now for the chicken
It was a well-discussed and well-planned adventure. However, I have done a little more research and I do not think that something in the classroom that requires that much maintenance is the best idea we've ever come up with.
So, please tell the kiddos I'm sorry, but the chicken is no longer an option in the classroom. We will just have to watch Addison's chickens grow up via pictures. ;)
Calendar Reminders
- Sun, 3/11: Spring Forward - Set your clocks ahead 1 hour for Daylight Savings Time
- Thurs, 3/15: Chili's Fundraiser Night
- Thurs, 3/15: Dress Down Day (reward for winning the Box Tops this month - Woohoo!)
- Fri, 3/16: Wear GREEN to celebrate St. Patrick's Day
- Sat, 3/17: ARPS Family Movie Night at 5:30 pm
- Mon, 3/19: Spirit Week: Hat Day
- Tues, 3/20: Spirit Week: Twin Day
- Wed, 3/21: Spirit Week: Wacky Wednesday
- Wed, 3/21: Board Meeting at 4:30 pm
- Thurs, 3/22: Spirit Week: Crazy Sock Day
- Fri, 3/23: NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
- 3/26 - 3/30: NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
Note: We are working on scheduling our Tech/Movie Party for getting our planners 100% signed and we are about to fill our penny jar again. Congrats, team!
Coming up for April and May
- Tues, 4/3: Chick-Fil-A Fundraiser Night
- Thurs, 4/5: Coffee/Cocoa House Performance Night at 6:00 pm
- Mon, 4/9: Parent Workshop at 6:00 pm
- Fri, 4/20: NO SCHOOL - Teacher PD Day
- Sat, 4/21: ARPS Family Movie Night at 5:30 pm
- Tues, 5/1: Variety Show Rehearsal at 5:30 pm
- Wed, 5/2: Variety Show Performance at 5:00 pm
- Thurs, 5/24: Last Day of School