March News

1. End of the grading period is March 19, 2010. Students need to be working toward reaching their goals for the 3rd period.

2. Constitution-As you may know, we have begun our study of the U.S. Constitution. This is a month long process and ends will a final test of 100 questions which the students must pass with 80% are higher. We are also taking other memorization quizzes as we study different parts of the Constitution. Please encourage your child to begin studying now by making flash cards of facts.

3. If your child has not registered at the appropriate high school, you will have to be responsible for scheduling an appointment with a counselor to select classes, since we have completed our registration of the students. If you need any test scores or report cards, please let me know.

4. Splash Spring Pictures are Friday, March 12. Everyone will have a picture taken; however, you only pay for them if you are pleased with the proof. If not, please return to school.

5. On Thursday, March 4, I gave information about an essay contest for all 5th-8th graders from CEFCU and Illinois State Treasurer.  The winner receives a total of $4000 towards his/her college education!  I need the essays by March10 so that they will be received by the March 13 deadline. It's an easy assignment-300 words or less! Please encourage your child to take advantage of it!

Please call or stop by if you have any questions or concerns.

Mrs. Mooney