Tami Oki has organized an after school theater class. Flyers will go home with the kids, but if you're interested, contact Tami to sign up as soon as possible. The deadline is Friday, September 25. The play will be “Robin Hood.” The class is for grades 3-5 only. There is space for 20 kids, but Tami says it fills up quickly.
Interested? Call or e-mail Tami Oki (the J-5 room rep), tamaraoki@wonderanimal.com or 524-1116.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Camp Kirby Meeting Notes
Here are some notes from the Camp Kirby meeting yesterday --
The entire 5th grade goes to camp October 6 through 8 (Tuesday through Thursday).
Parent/guardian volunteers are still needed at camp. Take a couple days off and enjoy Samish Island with the kids! It's also an option to just come for the day.
We need parent/guardian volunteers to teach "classes" at camp. The kids attend these classes all day Wednesday. There will be six class sessions, with six to ten classes taking place each session (36 to 60 classes total!) Classes are about 50 minutes each. Parent/guardian teachers should try to bring/donate any supplies needed for their class, but talk to Nani if that is a problem.
If you would like to teach a class, let Nani know by Wednesday, Sept. 23.
Ideas for classes are listed below. These are the kinds of things parents/guardians have presented at camp in the past:
Board games
Fire making without matches
Basket weaving
Sports (all kinds)
Dream Catcher making
Challenge course
Nature Walk -- plants/animals
Paper crafts
Sewing
Knot tying
Beach walk/tidepool survey
Watercolor painting
Chess
Nature drawing
Poetry
Music/singing
Other things to know about camp:
1. Camp cost is $70 per student. Parent/guardian volunteers are $35. Parents/guardians can also elect to just come for one day (no sleepover, but meals included) for $10. Scholarships are available. Donations to the scholarship fund are also much appreciated.
2. Parent/guardian volunteers can ride up on the school bus with the kids, or carpool. Some volunteers will need to carpool since there is limited space on the bus.
3. We leave for camp Tuesday, Oct 6 at around 9:30am. So drop off kids (with their camp equipment) at the regular time on Tuesday morning. Return from camp is at 2:30 or 3:00 on Thursday, Oct 8. You can pick up your child early or at the regular time (3:30), or he/she can head to LSA or take the bus.
4. Make sure you have a copy of the list of what to bring to camp. But -- don't bring anything that's not on the list (especially electronics, cell phones or extra food). Pack warm clothes -- kids can get cold at night! (Adult volunteers are allowed to bring cell phones.)
5. Parents/guardians will be asked to donate snacks to camp. Bring your donation to school a few days before we leave. More details about this to come.
6. If you would like more details about the schedule while kids are at camp, or details of which other kids are in your child's cabin, or guidelines for camp volunteers, contact Ms. Nani or Sr. Hester.
The entire 5th grade goes to camp October 6 through 8 (Tuesday through Thursday).
Parent/guardian volunteers are still needed at camp. Take a couple days off and enjoy Samish Island with the kids! It's also an option to just come for the day.
We need parent/guardian volunteers to teach "classes" at camp. The kids attend these classes all day Wednesday. There will be six class sessions, with six to ten classes taking place each session (36 to 60 classes total!) Classes are about 50 minutes each. Parent/guardian teachers should try to bring/donate any supplies needed for their class, but talk to Nani if that is a problem.
If you would like to teach a class, let Nani know by Wednesday, Sept. 23.
Ideas for classes are listed below. These are the kinds of things parents/guardians have presented at camp in the past:
Board games
Fire making without matches
Basket weaving
Sports (all kinds)
Dream Catcher making
Challenge course
Nature Walk -- plants/animals
Paper crafts
Sewing
Knot tying
Beach walk/tidepool survey
Watercolor painting
Chess
Nature drawing
Poetry
Music/singing
Other things to know about camp:
1. Camp cost is $70 per student. Parent/guardian volunteers are $35. Parents/guardians can also elect to just come for one day (no sleepover, but meals included) for $10. Scholarships are available. Donations to the scholarship fund are also much appreciated.
2. Parent/guardian volunteers can ride up on the school bus with the kids, or carpool. Some volunteers will need to carpool since there is limited space on the bus.
3. We leave for camp Tuesday, Oct 6 at around 9:30am. So drop off kids (with their camp equipment) at the regular time on Tuesday morning. Return from camp is at 2:30 or 3:00 on Thursday, Oct 8. You can pick up your child early or at the regular time (3:30), or he/she can head to LSA or take the bus.
4. Make sure you have a copy of the list of what to bring to camp. But -- don't bring anything that's not on the list (especially electronics, cell phones or extra food). Pack warm clothes -- kids can get cold at night! (Adult volunteers are allowed to bring cell phones.)
5. Parents/guardians will be asked to donate snacks to camp. Bring your donation to school a few days before we leave. More details about this to come.
6. If you would like more details about the schedule while kids are at camp, or details of which other kids are in your child's cabin, or guidelines for camp volunteers, contact Ms. Nani or Sr. Hester.
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Camp Kirby Parent Volunteer Meeting Tonight, 6:30pm
Nani is holding a meeting meeting for parents who are volunteering at camp tonight Wednesday, September 16 from 6:30 to 7:30pm in her classroom (402) at JSIS. Parents who aren't attending camp but would like more information are also invited to attend the meeting.
Advanced Learning Applications Due October 8
JSIS doesn't offer advanced learning classes ("Spectrum" or honors), but many middle schools do. If you think your child may be interested in advanced learning classes next year in 6th grade, then they must apply and be tested this fall.
APP/Spectrum/Advanced Learning application packets are now available. The forms will not be automatically sent home; you must pick one up at the school office. Forms are due back to the office Oct. 8; but don't wait till the last minute, because a teacher recommendation form must be submitted along with the parent application.
APP/Spectrum/Advanced Learning application packets are now available. The forms will not be automatically sent home; you must pick one up at the school office. Forms are due back to the office Oct. 8; but don't wait till the last minute, because a teacher recommendation form must be submitted along with the parent application.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Science Kit Inventory
Nani could use help with an inventory of our new science kits, as early as tomorrow morning (Wednesday 9/9).
Nani also mentioned that it's going to be a BIG week -- she doesn't need any apples for the teacher, but she does like chai lattes!
Nani also mentioned that it's going to be a BIG week -- she doesn't need any apples for the teacher, but she does like chai lattes!
The First Big Thing -- Camp Kirby!
I stopped by this afternoon to ask Ms. Nani what's on her mind. She says "Camp!"
Our kids go to 5th grade camp Kirby Tuesday through Thursday, October 6, 7 and 8. Information about camp goes home with kids tomorrow, and it must be returned by September 17.
Nani is holding a meeting meeting for parents who are volunteering at camp on Wednesday, September 16 from 6:30 to 7:30pm. Parents who aren't attending camp but would like more information are also invited to attend the meeting.
Our kids go to 5th grade camp Kirby Tuesday through Thursday, October 6, 7 and 8. Information about camp goes home with kids tomorrow, and it must be returned by September 17.
Nani is holding a meeting meeting for parents who are volunteering at camp on Wednesday, September 16 from 6:30 to 7:30pm. Parents who aren't attending camp but would like more information are also invited to attend the meeting.
Monday, September 7, 2009
Updated School Supply List
Here's the updated school supply list for Spanish 5th Grade --
Bring these items for yourself:
1 3-ring binder w/subject dividers (SP)
1 water bottle
Pencil box (preferably one for each class)
4 composition books (EN)
1 pencil sharpener
1 scissors
1 box colored pencils
1 pkg. mechanical pencils
6 3-pronged pocket folders (EN)
1 flash drive
And bring these items to share with the class:
1 pk. #2 pencils, sharpened
2 glue sticks
1 composition book (SP)
2 eraser (not pencil top)
1 hand sanitizer
1 box tissues
1 dry erase maker (SP)
1 disinfectant wipes
6 pocket folders w/fasteners
Bring these items for yourself:
1 3-ring binder w/subject dividers (SP)
1 water bottle
Pencil box (preferably one for each class)
4 composition books (EN)
1 pencil sharpener
1 scissors
1 box colored pencils
1 pkg. mechanical pencils
6 3-pronged pocket folders (EN)
1 flash drive
And bring these items to share with the class:
1 pk. #2 pencils, sharpened
2 glue sticks
1 composition book (SP)
2 eraser (not pencil top)
1 hand sanitizer
1 box tissues
1 dry erase maker (SP)
1 disinfectant wipes
6 pocket folders w/fasteners
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