Thursday, July 16, 2009

This and That....

WOW! I can't believe we are already finishing up our second week at school.

-Early Release on July 22nd will begin at 1:15. Please note that this is earlier than the usual Wednesday dismissal time.
-Auction Items/Money system
As you may know, our students work on a money system. They earn money for various reasons including completing homework, completing classwork, attendance, and keeping their desk clean. In addition, students have to pay money for desk/chair rental, incomplete/missing assignments, and inappropriate behavior. The intention is to give them a sense of the 'real world' as well as making school fun. Each month, we hold an auction, where students can purchase items with their money. They must have completed their monthly book report to get into the auction. Students and parents are encouraged to donate items for the auction including (gently used toys, games, stuffed animals, books, a toy from a Happy Meal, etc...). Students will earn $20 for each item they bring in. Our first auction will be held on Friday, August 7th.

Thank you again for the items each of you have already so generously donated to our classroom. I am looking forward to a successful and exciting year together!!