The Geeky Gazette
2/3 High Ability
February 19, 2024
What We're Learning
Math - Magicians: Prob. Solving
Math - Masters: Time and Temp.
Reading: AR and Book Club
Spelling: Lesson 15
Language: Wordly Wise - Lesson 9
Science: Elements of the Periodic Table
News To Know:
Community of Readers Day - March 1st
Hershey students will celebrate reading on March 1st. We are inviting community members to create a short video of themselves reading a favorite book and sharing a bit about what they do in the community (their job/career). If you would like to participate, please create your video and email it to me (stwilliams@tsc.k12.in.us) or to Mrs. Tilton (altilton@tsc.k12.in.us) by February 28th. We are creating a large pool of videos for teachers to choose from and share with students on
March 1.
IREAD-3
3rd grade students will take the IREAD-3 test on Monday, March 4th. This is a standardized state reading assessment. The attached slideshow gives more information if you are interested. In my opinion, this is a very fair test -- if you are an at-grade level (or above) reader, you will have no problem with the test. And we are ALL above-grade level readers!! My message to my students about these kinds of assessments: Tests are important, but they are NOT something to worry or stress about. It is just an opportunity to for us to show all that we know. We try our best and then move on -- no test will ever define who you are! Please reinforce this message at home to help de-stress the test!
Parent Conferences
Wow -- time flies! It is almost time to sign up for spring parent conferences. Conference week is March 11 - 14. Once again, I will send out a Google Calendar invite with time slots to sign up for a conference time. It can be an in-person, virtual (Zoom), or phone conference -- whichever you prefer. Parents with siblings will have the opportunity to schedule first this Wednesday, Feb. 21st. Scheduling will open for all on Friday, Feb. 23rd. I look forward to speaking with everyone about your awesome kids!!
Eagle Cam
Each day, we check in on an Eagle Cam, located in Big Bear, California. The bonded eagle pair, Jackie (female) and Shadow (male), are fascinating to watch. Last week, Jackie added a 3rd egg to her clutch! We are hoping for some eaglets at the beginning of March! If students (and you) would like to check in on the eagles at home, here is the YouTube LINK.
Book It!
February Book It sheets are due Fri., March 1st. Don't forget the parent signature!! (this is an optional activity). March Book It! sheets will come home this day, too.
Attendance Line and Dismissal Changes
If your child is going to be absent from school, the office asks you to please call the Hershey Attendance Line at 765-269-8342. Also, if there is a change in your child's dismissal, please call the Hershey Office directly before 2:30 at 765-269-8280 rather than emailing the teacher(s).....we don't always check our email and don't want to miss anything. Thanks!!
Mark Your Calendars...
Wed., Feb. 21 -- Conference Sign Up for those with multiple Panthers
Fri., Feb. 23 -- Conference Sign Up open to everyone
Thurs., Feb. 29 -- LEAP Day!
Mon., March 4 -- IREAD Test Day for 3rd graders
Fri., March 8 -- End of 3rd Quarter
Sun., March 10 -- DST begins, move clocks ahead 1 hour!
March 11 - 14 -- Parent Conferences & Book Fair Week
Tues., March 12 -- PTO Dine Out Night @ Panda Express (SR 26)
Thurs., March 14 -- Pi Day!
Mon., March 18 -- Pastries with Panthers (H- P last names)
March 25 - 29 -- SPRING BREAK!!!
2/3 HA Multiage
Email: stwilliams@tsc.k12.in.us
Website: https://goo.gl/m5wpUX
Location: 7521 E 300 N, Lafayette, IN, United States
Phone: 765-269-8280