Last night nine students and their parents came to discuss Room One, A Mystery or Two by Andrew Clements.  We discussed how Ted Hammond worked to solve a small town mystery and the conflict he had of trying to help a family without getting them into trouble.  The students were willing to share their thoughts and I am so proud of their maturity and insight.

After the discussion, they quickly moved around the school using QR Code for clues.  Each one solved the clues and ended up back in the classroom to enjoy some sweet treats!

Remember, more than 50% of kids are not getting the physical activity they need to be healthy. You’re helping to change that. We have a special incentive at our school.  If we can get 50% of our students registered and taking the healthy challenges, we will receive an additional $500 to purchase new PE equipment.  Help us reach our goal!  Get your student registered for Kids Heart Challenge today!

http://www2.heart.org/goto/georgetownhudsonville

I hope you all are staying warm and toasty this weekend!  Surprisingly it’s going to warm back up by the end of next week!  This Michigan weather sure is unpredictable.

We had a GREAT Valentine’s Day party playing games and eating candy.  I apologize for the sugar high at the end of the day.  Thank you for all of your donations and volunteering to help at the party.  By these smiling faces, you can surely tell they were loving each station.

Social Studies

The social studies test went home on Friday.  The test was challenging because of the application questions being asked and the vocabulary was difficult.  Written on the test is their original grade.  Many students got 1s and 2s.  I let the students see the test and try one more time to get answers correct.  For many, it improved their grade!

Homework

Thank you for reminding your child to do the Study Island homework.  Each week there is one 10 problem assignment located under HOMEWORK.  All of the other folders that say Class Assignments or Class Quizzes will be done in class.

Also, continuing to read 100 minutes per week is part of the homework as well.  Many students are showing their love for reading in their reading logs!!

We have an Early Release this Friday.  Students will be dismissed at 12:15.

Parent Teacher Conferences are on Monday, March 9 and Wednesday, March 11.

• Check the schedule at this Google Doc, and confirm here.