Pleasant Street School News
building a community of learners that strive for excellence
Memorial Day Program
- Staff Sergeant- Andrew Simkiewicz-US Army- 10th Mountain Division, Afghanistan 2003, and Iraq 2004-2005. Mr. Simkiewicz is also the father to Rachel, in Mrs. Jones second grade.
- Commander Alex Blake, Jr. Vice Commander, retired US Army, E5 Sergeant.
While all of our teachers and staff played a role in making this program a success, special thanks is due to parent Christine Mailloux for photographs, Chris Tamulevich, technology assistant, Mr. Chuck our custodian, Terry Parker, Stephanie Parker, and Erin Girouard for musical support, and to Eileen St. Jean for her help in organizing the program.
For a short video please click on the link below. Thanks again to Christine Mailloux for the use of her photographs.
Chorus
Master of Ceremonies
Where have all the flowers gone
Teaching Children to Think at Deep Levels
Parents' Guide to Student Success:
http://www.arrsd.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/PTA-guide-for-families.pdf
Examples of some fourth grade anchor charts from Mrs. Robertson's fourth grade that are used to teach children to think at a deeper level when reading literature.
What is Theme
Key Questions
Inferring a Common Conflict
- Internal
- Relational
- External
Reducing restless behavior....please take a few moments to review these documents with your children
Last week we had some great pictures of children having fun at recess. We also asked that families take a moment to review our building expectations around morning playground and recess with your child. If you haven't done so already, please take time to do so now! Experience has shown us that this is the time of year when children get restless. School staff have been asked to review and to consistently reinforce all school expectations across settings. A teaching matrix of our all school expectations by setting has also been attached for your review.
It is our goal to keep kids focused, happy, and respectful of one another as we wind down the school year over the next few weeks.
Playground expectations
http://www.arrsd.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/Playground-guidance.pdf
Playground map
http://www.arrsd.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/Playground-map.pdf
Teaching matrix
http://www.arrsd.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/All-school-expectations-2014.pdf
Our Class Rules
Give Me Five for Good Listening
Anchor chart in Mrs. Jones' class
Consequences and the use of "I statements."
How does your garden grow?
Pleasant Street Foodathon!
Field Trips are Always Fun!
Please click on the link below for a short video of wonderful pictures from this field trip.
Preschool Screening is coming soon please spread the word!
June 5- at Pleasant Street School, 1060 Pleasant St., Athol, 978-249-2405
June 16- at Valuing our Children-217 Walnut Street, Athol, 978-249-8467
All screenings are done by appointment by contacting the desired location above.
What are the goals of Early Childhood Screening?
- To find out how your child is growing and developing.
- To connect parent and child with early childhood programs and other community services that may be needed.
- To answer any parenting questions/concerns you may have.
- Identify any possible health or learning concerns so that they may be addressed.
Please click on the link below for more detailed information.
http://www.arrsd.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/ARRSD-preK-screening-flyer.pdf
Friday Friends!
Last weeks Friends
This weeks Friends
Friends from before
Our Green Team in Action
Recycling symbol
2) Processing materials into a new products
3) Purchasing products made with recycled materials
Use both sides of paper before recycling it
Check out these numbers!
Health Office News Ick...We Are Picking Ticks and Treating Insect Bites!
Community Events & Postings
Do you have news to share or want to inform members of our school community about family friendly events in our area? If, so please email or forward a flyer or link.
Thank you :)
Stories in the Park- starting June 5 at 9:30 am at the Millers Park at the Athol Public Library- Enjoy strolling through the park with your child as you read the pages of a different book each week posted along signs through the park. This free, fun family activity will be continuing through out the summer! Please Click on the link below for more information.
http://www.arrsd.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/Stories-in-the-Park.pdf
Big Brothers/ Big Sisters Program is enrolling children for the 2015-2016 school year program. They serve children in the Athol/Orange area with transportation provided from Riverbend and Butterfield Schools. Please click on the link below for more information about this program and how you can be involved.
http://www.arrsd.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Big-Brothers-Big-Sister-Program.pdf
For other local events, happenings, and resources in this area... you can also check the North Quabbin Community Coalition website below:
Upcoming Events...Mark your Calendars!
Upcoming Events and Dates!
- May 28, Fourth grade visit to ARMS
- May 29, New date!- Toy Bingo, 6-8 pm, sponsored by the PTO
- June 1-June 4, spring administration of MAPS assessments
- June 5- District Preschool screening at Pleasant St. School (preschool will not be held)
- June 8- proposed date for 4th grade bank teller trip
- June 9, 6 pm, spring concert- at Athol High School-more info to follow
- June 11, Healthy Smiles dental program
- June 16, District prek screening at Valuing our Children location
- June 17- preschool graduation-am & pm programs
- June 18- Field Day
- June 18 – volunteer appreciation breakfast
- June 19- K nursery rhythms- 1:30 pm
- June 22- 4th grade step up – 1:30 pm
- June 24- half day- 10:00 am- all school meeting- last day of school! no lunch provided
Check back soon for more news!
News from Principal Ellis
Email: dellis@arrsd.org
Website: arrsd.org
Location: 1060 Pleasant Street., Athol, MA 01331
Phone: (978) 249-2405