Winter is here!

The end of the quarter is fast approaching and every day of school counts! We will continue to learn and complete assignments until Monday, December 21. Please be sure your child is at school each day! Be sure to tune to kjo 105 or KQ2 for the latest on school closings. Remember, we WILL have school when it snows, so don't assume if it snows that your child has the day off.
Information regarding our Christmas party was sent home in the Friday folder. We need donations of Root Beer, cups and spoons. I will get the ice cream. Your child is welcome to bring treats for the class on the day of our celebration. We have 25 in our class.
Continue to read the information in the Friday folders for updates on school events. The 4th grade Holiday program is on Thursday, December 17. We will have an information session about our Readers Workshop for parents before the program at 6:10 in the gym. Students must be here at 6:10 so we thought this would be the most convenient time to meet with parents. The music program is a big part of the students music grade, so please plan on attending.
Thanks for all your continued support!
Happy Holidays!

November 23-27

Wednesday: Early out 1:15
Thursday: No school
Friday: No school
Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!

Here is the schedule for this week...

Monday: Math Benchmark
Tuesday: Grade level club meets
Wednesday: Millionaire club meets
Thursday: Early Out 1:15
Friday: Midterms coming home. Please sign and return by Monday.

Here we come...

Thank you so much for attending your child's conference! It was great to visit with you about your students progress, as well as, their needs.
Second quarter is up and rolling! Continue to look for and help your child complete the nightly homework. Remember, there is no homework on Fridays.

It's Conference Week!

Early outs at 1:15--
Wednesday
Thursday

Early out at 12:15--
Friday

Picture Retakes on Tuesday.
Conferences Wednesday and Thursday. I can't wait to visit with you! Please be on time!
Awards assembly Friday at 10:00.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

**Due to student and staff illnesses, the Omaha Zoo field trip has been postponed until Spring.
**Due to student and Miss Simmons' illnesses, the math benchmark is rescheduled for Friday.
**Be sure your child is getting plenty of sleep and washing to help stay healthy.

Exciting week for us!

Monday: Math benchmark
Thursday: Early out 1:15
Friday: Field trip to Omaha Zoo
**Permission slip and money is due by Tuesday. We will NOT accept either after Tuesday. Remember students need to be in the gym at 7:30. We will begin loading the buses at 7:45.**

Here's what's in store for this week...

Monday: Science benchmark
Wednesday: Symphony 1:00
Thursday: 5 minute Mini-marathon
***Remember to return the Omaha Zoo field trip permission slip and money! The trip is next Friday!***

Info to know...

So far, fourth grade has presented many new (and reprised a few old) responsibilities for our students. They are under a lot of pressure to remember, perform, and rethink. Many have already faced the consequences of faltering in these responsibilities, as well as reaped the rewards of acting in a responsible manner.
Here is a list of responsibilities our fourth graders are facing. As they become more familiar with these duties and establish their own routines to complete them, let's all provide them with as much support as we can muster!

---Friday folders, returned with an appropriate signature
---At Home Reading, also signed, every Monday
---Daily homework assignments
---In-class assignments, completed in a timely manner

Grades are reflective of a combination of in-class work and the daily homework assignments. Remember to sit down with your child each evening to complete these tasks together. Keep in mind that two of the homework assignments will be formally graded, the remaining daily assignments will be used as informal assessment. If homework is not turned in the following day, grades will be affected.

And possibly the most difficult responsibilities for the majority of nine-year-olds to master?
---Steady focus on the task at hand
---Positive and respectful attitudes during all parts of their day

Give your kid a hug today, tell him how proud you are of his growth, then proceed to push for even more.
Have a great weekend and week!

REMINDER:
Field Trip for Conservation Day is Tuesday!

What's ahead for this week...

Monday-Wednesday:  School-wide Writing Prompt

Tuesday: Grade level club meets 3:30-4:30

Thursday: New Student Mixer 2:00

Friday: Mid-Terms coming home

Saturday: Red Wheel pick up at Lindbergh

**Remember to return your School Mall form for prizes!

**Continue to sit down with your child and go over their nightly homework.  These assignments are a grade.**

Fun! Fun! Fun!

Thank you for attending our 3rd annual "Northside Pride Tailgate Party!"  We had a great turnout and a great time!  Also, a "Fantastic job!" goes out to the LHS football team for a big win Friday night! 

NORTHSIDE PRIDE WEEK!

Wednesday:
Tailgate lunch (hot dog or pbj)
Pep assembly featuring LHS students--wear your green!
Picture Day!

Thursday:
4 minute mini-marathon

Friday:
Tailgate party 5:30 (free to first 100 people)
Parade of schools LHS track 6:30
LHS football game 7:00

What's going on?

Communication Arts Benchmark Monday-Wednesday
Practice multiplication facts at home.
Continue to read and complete the "At home reading log." Due each Friday.
Club meets Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30
No school Monday, September 7
Northside Pride Week September 8-11
(Check back later this week for details)

Thanks!

Thank you to those families who attended Back to School Night! It was great to visit with you! See you Wednesday!

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL INFO

The first day of school is Wednesday, August 19th. School starts at 8:25 and will be dismissed at 1:15.