Bear Cub News
Academy of Tucson Elementary School
February, 2012
Principals Message
February is in full swing with a number of activities that we have completed and there is more fun to come. We had a fantastic time at the Luau and Book Fair because of all the efforts of Mrs. Fata, Mrs. Van Hise, and Mrs. Teitelbaum. Sutter’s Catering served the meal and we had activities for the students along with Hawaiian dancers to top the evening. Then on Feb. 1st many families attended the “Lunch with a Loved One” event. It was great to see everyone while and the weather was terrific.
I’m getting this newsletter out to you a little later than expected, as a result of that, we are embarking on another open house for new families which is on Feb. 7 from . The week of February 20th students will be allowed to wear western clothes to school. We will also have our student rodeo luncheon on Feb. 22; more information is to come.
To update you on a couple of past events and fundraisers; we were not awarded the grant for our sunshade although we had strong participation in our voting efforts. A special “Thanks” goes out to Shanna Blair for all her work in submitting our grant application. The other thing I would like to update you on is that our school collected 958lbs. of food for the Community Food Bank. It’s amazing to me what our school community can accomplish when we all pull together. Great Job!
Calendar
February 7th: Elementary School Open House for
Prospective New Families
February 10th: Parent Advisory Meeting
February 22nd: Student Rodeo Luncheon
February 23-24th: Rodeo Break-No School
Physical Education Update:
A note from Mrs. Mitchell:
In P.E this month, 3rd and 4th grade will be doing, "Personal Best Day", as they do the first week of every month. We will also be continuing some basic track & field skills and starting basic tumbling and balancing skills.
There will be a parent advisory meeting under the ramada at on Feb. 10. This meeting will focus on upcoming events and other fundraising possibilities. PAC will be having their 2nd annual yard sale in March. So, as you are doing your spring cleaning, consider donating your unwanted items to the school for our garage sale. We will have specific dates and times for dropping off your treasures and will let you know in a future newsletter and/or e-mail when those dates and times will be.
Music Update:
A note from Mrs. Cmiel:
Kindergarten and 1st Grade:
Students are working on rhythm bands and reading music from rhythm charts. The musical instruments that they are playing are: cymbals, drum sticks, triangles and tambourines. The song of the month is “Baby Baluga.”
2nd Grade:
Students will be playing C, D, and E notes on the xylophone.
3rd and 4th Grade:
Students are learning how to play whole, half and quarter notes on their recorders. They will also be learning a new note “A.” It is important to be aware of that homework given on Wednesday is due back on Thursday.
Art and Library Update:
A note from Mrs.Teitelbaum
Art: Kindergarten through 4th grade has just wrapped up the lesson on Georgia O'Keeffe. We now have many beautiful flowers in her style. I would like to thank the family of Troy Willis as they loaned me a beautiful picture book of flowers that Georgia O'Keeffe had painted. The children enjoyed seeing the pictures.
4th Grade will begin studying Elizabeth Catlett and working with form. They will be using clay for their upcoming project.
4th Grade will begin studying Elizabeth Catlett and working with form. They will be using clay for their upcoming project.
Kindergarten through 3rd grade will begin learning about Andy Warhol and Pop Art. We will be creating artwork done in his style.
Library:
Kindergarten - Each week a kindergarten student selects a book to be read the following week. On the day that their selection is read, the student gets to tell the class which page is the 'title page', properly shelf the book and ensure it is in the right location.
1st Grade will be hearing about the new books that we have earned from our book fair. We will review how to properly shelve a book and return it to the right location.
2nd Grade will continue working on the Mystery story: 'Cam Jansen and the Barking Treasure Mystery'
3rd Grade will continue working on the Fiction story: 'Mr. Popper's Penguins'
4th Grade will continue working on the Historical Fiction story: 'Number the Stars'
Parents: I would greatly appreciate your help in reminding the children that the books they check out from our Library are due the following week. Here are the days that the students have Library:
Monday - Grades 2, 3 & 4
Wednesday - Mrs. Siath and Ms. Bryant
Thursday - Ms. Purdy, Mrs. Pierson & Kindergarten
Special Note: Thanks to all who participated in the Book Fair and Lunch with a Loved One. The Book Fair sales were $4568.27. Seth Thomas was the winner of the shell game and Mrs. Teitelbaum would like to send out a GREAT BIG THANK YOU to all those who volunteered to make this event a SUCCESS!
This year’s Fun Day of SCIENCE will be on
March 23, 2012 and will focus on solar energy.
The Science Fun Fest is still in need of the following items:
1. Empty Capri-Sun/Kool-aid cardboard boxes
2. Empty Oatmeal round 42 oz. containers
* There will be a Rubbermaid container in front of the administration building for you to drop off your containers.
You can contact Maya Hendrickson at 520-490-0251 with any questions.
The Science Fun Fest team thanks everyone for their donations.
The first bell rings at . This is the signal for students to line up with their classes. The second bell rings at . All students arriving after the second bell must be signed in by an adult.
Open House For Prospective Students/Kindergarten Screenings:
We will be having open house events for prospective students who are new to the
Elementary School Open House Dates and Times:
Tuesday-January 10th
Tuesday-February 7th
Tuesday-March 6th 4:00-5:30pm
Tuesday-April 10th
Tuesday-May 1st
Kindergarten Screenings will be held on March 10th and then on an as needed basis after March. PARENTS WILL BE MAILED A LETTER DESIGNATING THEIR CHILD’S SCREENING TIME. Note: The screenings are not used for admittance purposes.
Please Note: If new families are unable to attend any of the open house events, call to schedule a tour of the school in order to become familiar with the
Middle School Open House Dates and Times:
Tuesday-January 24th (for 4th graders going into 5th grade)
Tuesday-February 7th
Tuesday-March 6th
Tuesday-April 10th
Tuesday-May 8th
High School Open House Dates and Times:
Tuesday-January 10th
Tuesday-February 7th
Tuesday-March 6th
Tuesday-April 10th
Tuesday-May 8th
Student Council Updates:
The “Pennies for Patients” drive benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is continuing until Feb. 17th. Please contact your child’s teacher if you would be willing to help count and roll the change before it is deposited. Thanks to all of the parents who have already agreed to help out in this endeavor.
Student Spotlight:
The
1st Place-Alexis Hsu, 2nd Place-Tyler Cook, 3rd Place-Hyrum Lines. Hyrum also placed 3rd in the district spelling bee. Super Job!
Cubby Our Mascot Has Arrived:
Have you noticed that on the last two Spirit Days we have had a new addition to campus? Yes, Cubby our mascot has arrived. Cubby has enjoyed visiting with all the children and families but asks that people do not pull on his/her tail. Thanks and have a bear cub day!
