Sunday, October 29th

 On Friday, we completed our Self Portraits and personal goals projects.  We began by tracing a head shape tracer with pencil and then used cray-pas to shade in skin color.  From there we talked about placement and shape of eyes, colored in the white part of the eye, the eye color and then the iris.  We practiced making different noses and talked about placement and shape of the mouth.  When it came time for adding hair, the children were pretty independent and creative.  At the bottom of each portrait, a set of student generated personal goals are attached.  As we progress through the year, these goals will be a reminder of how we 

 can help each other become even better students and  individuals.  It is amazing to watch these come to life.  When the hair and details of the shirts start to take shape, it is really amazing how accurate these creations are!  Next time you are in the classroom, take a look at these hanging on the short wall near the ceiling in the classroom.  They truly are amazing!

 Kids and Community

We celebrated its conclusion with an assembly on Friday afternoon, led by Ms. Brauch.  Our buddy class joined us in wearing purple and we sat, sang, danced and played volleyball together.  It was great fun!  We are so thankful for the support and dedication from all of the community members featured on this year's cards.  

Junior Rangers Field Trip to Marsh-Billings

Due to the weather forecast for tomorrow, we will NOT be going on the trip.  We have rescheduled for next Monday, November 5th.  You will not have to sign another permission form, we will simply change the date on the ones we already have that you turned in.  I will send a reminder as we get closer to the rescheduled date about packing a lunch for that day.  

Halloween Parade and Party (Parade 1:30, party to follow)

On Tuesday, K-2 students will participate in our annual Halloween Parade.  Parents are welcome to watch and then join us in the classroom afterward for a small party.  Best parade viewing can be done in the gym.  If you volunteered to send in food or drink, feel free to send it with your child first thing in the morning or bring it to the classroom just before the parade.  We hope to see everyone there!