02/24/2010
March 2010 Newsletter
March is the month of many wonderful things. It is the month we begin to transform from winter to spring and it is the season for new beginnings. For the school setting, the second trimester moves to the third.
Basketball season is now complete and we turn our attention to spring sports and track. I would like to thank all the volunteers who worked both the girls and the boys seasons.
March is Reading Month. One of the most important ways a parent can become involved in their child’s education is to read with them. Reading comprehension skills are the basis for success in all subject areas. Parents can help their children develop these skills at home while fostering positive attitudes toward reading and a love of literature. Please take the time to sit with your child and enjoy a good book!
Cell Phones, IPODS, MP3 players, Electronics: It has become a major problem with students using electronic devices in classes at school. Parents please review the school policy with your son/daughter;
All devices will be turned off upon entering the school and stored in their locker from the start of school until school has been dismissed.
Devices are not allowed out of a student’s locker for any reason.
Devices are not to be taken to any class, or used at any time unless the school day has concluded and students have been dismissed from the building. If school is dismissed early, devices can be used the minute the administration dismisses the student body.
Students may not use devices during passing time, during lunch or anytime the student has been excused from class.
The administration has the final say on usage and permission of student to carry devices on school property. The administration may eliminate the use by one student or multiple students at any time if the devices become a problem or distraction.
Cell Phones will be taken if any of this policy has been violated.
I would again, encourage all parents to continue visiting our Skyward Website for a more up-to-date status of your child’s grades and attendance. If you have not signed up, please contact Mr. Stier for your login and password by calling 539-7194 ext. 1333.
March Highlights
Wednesday, March 3r , Exams 6 and 7 Hours
Thursday, March 4th,Exams 1, 2, and 3 hours, Second Trimester ends with a half day of school for all students.
Friday, March 5th, No School Staff In-Service
Monday, March 8 , Third Trimester begins.
Thursday, March 11th, Recreation Night 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 14th, Daylight Savings (Clocks are turned forward)
Wednesday, March 17th, St. Patrick’s Day
Thursday, March 18th Recreation Night 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 20th, First Day of Spring
Monday, March 22nd , Track Practice Begin
Thursday, March 25th, School Dance 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Friday, March 26th, MOCK ROCK
Saturday, March 27th, Spring Break Begins
Monday, April 5th, School Resumes
As we close out winter inclement weather is always a possibility. Please listen to our local TV and Radio stations for the most current information about school closings or delays. You may also call our “snow phone ” at 539-7871, ext. #7.