The Cat's Connection
January 2017
Great things are going on at LaCreole!
Our Fall Open House & Exhibition Night is a great example of our efforts to highlight our students' work and provide an authentic audience for our kids. This kind of program is important for many reasons, one being that our kids' motivation and pride in their work is elevated when they know so many people will see their work. Secondly, our kids learn to appreciate others' work as they see projects displayed throughout the building. Thirdly, learning becomes authentic for our kids when they are able to create their own projects that require real-world skills and build confidence as they persevere and conquer challenges. We will have another one of these nights this spring, so be looking for more information to come.
I am proud of the positive learning culture we are building here at LaCreole. Thank you to all those who work hard to make LaCreole a great place to learn.
21st Century Skill Building - Struggle Is Good
Great Things Going On At LaCreole!
Our Mini-Rube DeSTEMber Challenge
Shadow a Student Challenge
STEM Activity - Afternoon at the Movies
The cost is $5, and snacks can be purchased at a discounted rate.
A bus will be provided for the first 40 students who sign up and have a signed permission slip. The bus will leave school at 3 p.m. and return students by 7 p.m. Please arrange to have students picked up at school.
Families are welcome to join in on the fun! The movie begins at 4:05 p.m. If parents would like to attend and prefer to bring their students, just meet us there.
Community Support!
Thank you Farmer's Insurance!
Zach Steele from Farmers Insurance delivered classroom materials to Mrs. McFarland and Mrs. Garland. Both teachers were nominated by families as a part of a local Farmers Insurance grant recognizing the awesome work going on in our schools. The kids were as excited as the teachers! Congratulations!
Thank you Fellas!
Winter Art Contest
Congratulations to the winners of the Winter Art Contest!
6TH GRADE
1st Place - Emmilee Hudnall
2nd Place - Samantha Smith
3rd Place - Morgan Helfrich
7th GRADE
1st Place - Izabelle Blodgett
2nd Place - Sofia Poston
3rd Place - Abigial Sambuceto
8TH GRADE
1st Place - Prommisse Thornley
2nd Place - Courtney Alvis
3rd Place - Tim Burke
Thanks to Ms. Shook for providing students with this opportunity!
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
Cats of the Month
Congratulations to our November and December Cats of the Month
6th grade
Easton Barcroft
Azriel Trullinger
7th grade
Ainsley Cornman
Ariel Thiel
8th grade
Luke Hess
Katie Shinkle
Upcoming Events - Mark your calendar!
1/31 - STEM Movie Field Trip
2/20 - Presidents' Day (no school)
2/23 - Spring Picture Day
2/23 - 8th Grade Panoramic Picture
3/2 - PTC Meeting
3/3 - Inservice Day (no students)
3/3 - Aristocats Drama Production
3/4 - Aristocats Drama Production
3/7 - DC Trip Pizza Night Fundraiser
3/10 - Activity Night
3/21 - Band Concert
3/22 & 3/23 - Parent-Teacher Conferences 4 pm to 8 pm
3/24 - Parent-Teacher Conferences (no students)
3/27-31 - Spring Break
Report cards coming out next week!
The Aristocats
Spring Picture Day - February 23
8th Grade Panoramic Picture - February 23 - 8:30 a.m.
Valentine's Day
Wildcat Science Camp!
Mark your Calendars for 6th Grade Wildcat Science Camp!
Wildcat Science Camp is designed for 6th grade students at LaCreole who want to experience learning in the outdoor classroom. Activities are planned and coordinated with teachers in order to align with the core curriculum goals for 6th grade, as well as experiencing outdoor fun!
An informational meeting will be held in March, and more information will be coming home in February.
Details
Location: Camp Tapawingo in Falls City
Dates: Session 1 May 16-17 or Session 2 May 18-19
Cost: $60 (payment plan is optional) due by April 14