Twain Weekly Bulletin
October 14-18
Monday, October 14
Conference week: Signups
Violin Club 2:43-3:20Tuesday, October 15
Conferences
Yoga 2:43-3:50
NO Beginning Band this week
Wednesday, October 16
Conferences
Chess Club 8am-8:45 Registration information
No Beginning and Advanced Band this week
Thursday, October 17
Conferences/ Non student day
Friday, October 18
Bike Riding and Safety P.E. Unit. Information and help needed
This year I will be teaching a unit on bike riding and safety for all grade levels beginning Oct. 21- Nov. 1st during P.E. classes.
What should I bring? Helmets and bikes will be provided; however, if your child would like to use their own bike/helmet, they are welcome to bring it to class. Bikes and helmets can be stored in the school bike rack until class time when the students will be able to walk over and retrieve them.
What if my child is reluctant? Students do not need to have any previous bike riding experience. Students learn using the “Strider” bike method and everyone is able to try even if they don’t yet know how to ride a bike. Before the students begin riding, I will cover bike safety in class.
What happens if it rains or snows? In the case of inclement weather the bike lesson will either be postponed or moved indoors depending on the circumstances. As bad weather can move in with little notice, I may or may not have a chance to notify you if we have a last minute change of plans. Everyone will get at least one day with the bikes.
Can you help? Because this lesson has several stations and a lot of equipment, it is very helpful if I have parent assistants during classes. If you are able to help with your child’s class (or any others that day) I would appreciate it! I especially need help in the younger grades. The P.E. schedule is noted in the volunteer sign up which can be found here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e4ca5ab2ea1f94-bicycle
Why should I help? I sure hope you can join me for this very amazing unit. Bike riding is a wonderful lifelong fitness activity!
Thank you, and please let me know if you have any questions or concerns,
Shiloh Tiritas
P.E. Teacher
Mark Twain Elementary
Information
- IFCS registration for low income Thanksgiving and Holiday Food and Gift baskets
Twain Tigers is our fabulous before and after school care program. Registration, calendars and payment is now online at this link
Snacks are available for purchase at lunch and range in price from $0.75 to $1.25 (they are not included in the $3.05 lunch price) Please talk to your student about your expectation about purchasing snacks.
All visitors and volunteers will need to check with their drivers license in at the office and get a name badge when you come into the building.
Information on Streets of Southglenn Street Smarts receipt program and BoxTops contest
Upcoming Events
10/14-17 Book Fair Volunteer sign up
10/14-17 Conferences
10/22 Twain on the Town: Chipotle/Yogurtland
10/27 The Stride
10/29 Photo retakes
10/30 TAC and PTO meetings
10/31 Halloween, 1:30 parade then class parties