Paris Ridge Elementary News
March 15, 2024
UPCOMING EVENTS
- Tue, Mar 19 - Young 5's Informational Night 6-7 p.m. @ Duncan Lake ECC
- Thu, Mar 21 - Tour "Around The World" followed by PTO meeting, 7:00 p.m.
- Fri, Mar 29 - Fri, Apr 5 - Spring Break
FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Panther Families,
March has been such an exciting month as we celebrate reading throughout the school in a variety of ways. This week, our masked reader was a video from Mr. Lion, who is the symbol of strength and courage and national animal of the Netherlands. We had some exchange students (one from Germany and one from Brazil) come into the building to not only read, but to share about their country and let students ask questions. Teachers also had the opportunity to switch grade levels for a brief time period to read to a different class.
Our third and fourth graders had a great time today at the Grand Rapids Public Museum. Their trip was a chance to explore concepts related to recent class discussions and learn about so much more! We also had a neighboring school district bring leaders into our building to see the math curriculum we are implementing and the phenomenal job our staff does in delivering content while connecting with students.
Next week continues to be a busy schedule for the school, including the 1st and 2nd grade music concert, more March is Reading month activities, the PTO community meeting, and a special bowling trip for two of our autism program classrooms.
I hope you have a fun-filled weekend!
Lance Jones
Principal
FROM THE PTO
March Event: Tour March is Reading Month Decor + PTO and School Updates + RAFFLE!
Please join us NEXT WEEK Thursday, March 21 at 7pm and bring your Paris Ridge student(s)! We are inviting you to tour the school decorations and complete a simple and fun scavenger hunt! After the tour, students will have a read aloud in the Library while you can come hear school and PTO updates. PTO meetings are a great place to get answers to questions you may have for Mr. Jones! After the updates, there will be a raffle for a Barnes and Noble Gift Card!
Staff Appreciation
Are you interested in helping to provide snacks for our teachers and staff? One of our most loved initiatives for staff is to provide snacks and drinks for our staff every Wednesday. We have just FIVE weeks left to fill for the year, including NEXT WEEK! Consider checking out Mrs. Pohl or Mrs. Finkler's favorites since these wonderful teachers are celebrating March birthdays! If you are interested in signing up, please click here.