Crew's News- Mrs. Copeland's Class
March 20, 2015
Book Fair - March 23 - 27
Our Schedule:
Monday 7:00 - 8:30 am; 1:30 - 3:30 pm; 4:00 - 6:30 pm
Tuesday 7:00 - 8:30 am; 1:30 - 3:00 pm
Wednesday 7:00 - 8:30 am; 1:30 - 3:30 pm
Thursday 7:00 - 8:30 am; 1:30 - 3:30 pm
Friday 7:00 - 8:00 am
Sign up to volunteer www.SignUpGenius.com/go/10C0B49A8AC2DA2FD0-book1
There is also an online book fair
Attention Parents:
Please remember the door at the end of the K-1 hallway is not to be used as an entrance. If you exit through that door, please make sure it closes securely and does not remain open to allow access to unregistered visitors.
Attention Challenger Parents:
Challenger draft change! Please see the attached flyers.
What are we up to?
Writing: Writing opinion pieces with a topic sentence, body (3 supporting reasons), and conclusion
Math: reviewing/reteaching material during the 3rd 9 weeks
IXL - https://www.ixl.com/signin/indiahook
Science: Weather Unit
We will learn how to tell the temperature with a thermometer, graph weather, describe different types of weather, and learn severe weather safety precautions.
*Don't forget to fill out your weather journal each night!
Important Dates:
MARCH
- March 23 - March 27 - Scholastic Book Fair (see info. below)
- March 25 - End of 3rd 9 Weeks grading period
- March 27 - Zoo Permission Forms Due
- March 30 - April 3 - Spring Break
APRIL
- March 30 - April 3 - Spring Break
- Monday, April 6 - Snow Make-up Day
- April 10 will be the last day for the 21st Century program.
- April 10 - Mother/Son Kickball (see event below)
- April 15 - Walk to School Day & Report Cards go home
- April 22 - Late Start & FUN RUN (K/1: 10:30, 2/3: 11:30, 4/5: 12:30)
- April 25 - Relay For Life t-shit money due (not required)
MAY
- May 1 - Zoo Field Trip Money Due ($16)
- May 5 - Bond Referendum Vote
- May 16 - IHES Relay for Life Walk (see event below)
- May 21 - Evening of the Arts (5:30-7:30pm) - See event details below
Bad Weather make up days are printed on the 2014-2015 District Calendar
The days set for make up are: Jan. 16, April 6, May 25
Don't forget to save those BOX TOPS Box Top Flyer
Don't forget to place your Scholastic Book Order!
Shop Online: scholastic.com/readingclub
Ordering online is fast and easy:
- VISIT scholastic.com/readingclub
- ENTER the one-time Class Activation Code (top of this letter)
- SHOP from a carefully curated selection of the best books, value packs, and Storia eBooks
- SUBMIT your order and earn FREE Books for our classroom
- All book orders will be shipped to our classroom so we can celebrate the joy of reading together!
IHES FUN RUN
FUN RUN: Wednesday, April 22
(K/1: 10:30, 2/3: 11:30, 4/5: 12:30)
Collection Envelopes will come home with students on Friday, March 20 after the Pep Rally.
First Collection Day is Thursday, March 26.
PARENTS: We are looking for SPONSORS for the Fun Run.
Sponsorship information can be found at: (link)
In addition, if you have any items to donate as "extra" prizes for our weekly drawings (like sports tickets, zoo tickets, gift cards, iPads, etc), please send them in to your teachers and indicate "FUN RUN PRIZE Donation". Your child will be credited the value of your donation.
Thank You!
IHES PTA Fun Run Committee
Plastic bottle caps for Art
Please collect and send in plastic bottle caps to Mrs. Thomas for use in art. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Make Art!
There is still time to place your Yearbook Orders!
Yearbooks can be ordered online at ybpay.lifetouch.com
ID code: 11108515
Rock Hill Schools Master Plan 2016 - 2020
Rock Hill Schools Master Plan 2016 - 2020:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3KxAUA52OYPdVdrT0pESDFVUUE/view?usp=sharing
Media Center Corner
In fourth grade this week, we are continuing our discussion on copyright. In second grade we are reviewing what we have already learned about using our netsmartz. In first grade, we are discussing how to find a "just right" book. In the computer lab, I am working with fifth grade students this week on a coding unit through www.cs-first.com.
Tip sheets and information about digital citizenship can be found at www.commonsensemedia.org.
More information about netiquette and how kids can be safe online can be found at http://www.netsmartzkids.org/.
The 2015 South Carolina Book Award Winners have been announced. The students of South Carolina have chosen:
- Picture Book Award: That is Not a Good Idea! by Mo Willems
- Children's Book Award: Buddy by M. H Herlong
- Junior Book Award: The Raft by S. A. Bodeen
- Young Adult Book Award: Alice in Zombieland by Gena Showalter
Upcoming Events:
Mother/Son Kickball
Friday, Apr 10, 2015, 03:30 PM
India Hook Elementary School, Yukon Drive, Rock Hill, SC, United States
2015 Celebration of the 25th Earth Day Birthday
Saturday, Apr 25, 2015, 10:00 AM
Museum of York County, Mount Gallant Road, Rock Hill, SC, United States
Walk For Wishes
Benefit for Make-A-Wish South Carolina
To sign up as an individual or team follow this link: http://walkforwishessc.org/
Saturday, Apr 25, 2015, 09:00 AM
Cherry Park, North Cherry Road, Rock Hill, SC, United States
Spring 2015 Girls on the Run Tri County 5K
Saturday, May 9, 2015, 08:30 AM
Fountain Park, East Main Street, Rock Hill, SC, United States
Color Me Fit PE 5k
Teachers, parents and students please mark your calendar. We need a few volunteers to run our station with the color wands. Hope to see you there! Let's join in the fun to help keep our kids be active. All ages are invited to sign up to run!
Saturday, May 16, 2015, 09:00 AM
South Pointe High School, Neely Road, Rock Hill, SC, United States
Relay For Life of York County East
Saturday, May 16, 2015, 11:00 AM
Castle Heights Middle School, State Route 710, Rock Hill, SC, United States
Evening of the Arts!
Call to all parents and friends of India Hook Elementary:
If you or someone you know has any art, design, craft work, etc. (the possibilities are endless!) we would love to have it displayed at our Evening of the Arts! This is a special part of our event as we show students that many types of art are created right here in our community. If you or someone you know is interested or would like more information please contact Mrs. Thomas at gmthomas@rhmail.org
Thursday, May 21, 2015, 05:30 PM
India Hook Elementary School, Yukon Drive, Rock Hill, SC, United States
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As always, feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns! Have a great weekend!
-Mrs. Copeland