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Blackbird and Shay Elementary Schools
Standardized Test Secrets - For Students
Dear Parents,
This month begins the state wide MStep testing (formerly MEAP) This year all state testing will be completed online. This will allow us to receive our results quickly and help with planning our curriculum and academic supports during summer break.
Standardized testing should not be a stressful time for students. Our teachers and staff work to make sure students understand that these tests simply "show what we know" and all students are encouraged to try their hardest and take pride in their achievements.
If you have any questions please contact me at: nfairbanks@harborps.or or 526.4600
Attached is a Standardized Test Secrets sheet that is full of ideas to help before, during, and after testing.
The First Tee comes to Blackbird and Shay PE classes
Special thanks go out to John Wilson, Shaun Bezilla, Jason Horricks & John Myers for teaching the students some basic golf skills.
Pee Wee Girls Basketball
The 3rd, 4th and 5th grade girls participated in a basketball program that played on Saturday mornings with some tournament play. The girls learned some basic basketball skills and had some friendly competition with teams from other schools.
Orange Out Days combine Project Unify and Anti-Bullying with in a great student run assembly at Shay.
Manna Food Project
These 3 Shay students recently made a donation of $400 to the Manna Food Pantry in Harbor Springs. Addison Holt, Mackenzie Radle and Jillian Wagner created a "spirit" week at Shay Elementary, with various days representing different themes. The students were asked to bring a donation to wear a different themed outfit to school. It was a huge success!
Attention Shay Girls!
Harbor Springs Little League is still accepting registrations for Minor League Girls Softball. The league is open to all girls ages 8-10. The deadline for registration is March 26th. Forms are available at the Shay school office and can be mailed in before the deadline. Questions? Feel free to call Jana Goldsmith, Softball Coordinator, at 330-1633.
Pond Hill Farm Visit
All of the second grade students visited Pond Hill Farm recently to learn the different seasons required for growing fruits and vegetables. They also learned about the plant life cycles in the greenhouse.
2015-16 Kiwanis Writing Project Winners
Third Grade Science Experiments - Static Electricity
2nd Trimester Report Cards
Just in time for Spring Break. The report cards have been mailed.
Bowling Certificates
As part of the In-School Bowling Program, Northern Lights Recreation Center is giving all Shay students a FREE game of Bowling coupon. Watch for them in Friday Folders.
Thanks Northern Lights!
Thanks Northern Lights!
Home & School Connect
Aprils Home & School Connection provides tips on developing strong communication skills and stretching your memory. Click here to view