Classroom News- Family Visits

Dear Barn Swallow Families,

Summer is flying by! I hope you all are enjoying time outside in the sun with your wonderful families. I was able to make a surprise trip to Wisconsin to see my family in July and camped for a week with my mom, three of my four brothers and their families, and about 20 other relatives. We even had a black bear come to our campsite four days in a row. Since the zipper on my tent was permanently stuck open, leaving about a foot of open space, I can assure you that I didn't sleep very well the entire time! Other than that, we had a great time.

I'd like to remind families about the upcoming family visits which will be held at the school in your child's classroom. Family visits are a great opportunity for me to catch up with all of my wonderful students before the school year begins. I'm looking forward to talking with your child about his or her summer adventures, as well as hopes and concerns for the upcoming school year. Our project themes this year are food and water, and the projects will be student/class directed. At our visit I'd like to talk with your child about questions he or she has about food and water, as well as brainstorm some possible project ideas that he or she might like to pursue. I would also like to know what books your child has been reading this summer. If we have time, we'll take a look at the classroom library and your child can pick out a few books to put in his or her book box. Beginning August 16th, you may call the school office to schedule your family visit, which will be Wednesday, August 25th through Friday, August 27, between 10:00 and 6:00, lasting up to 45 minutes. The school phone number is (503)359 4600.

If you are interested in picking up your child's school work, you are welcome to meet me in the front office at school on Thursday, August 12th between 5:00 and 6:00. Please reply by email if you plan on coming! (You may also pick it up outside of the classroom during family visits, August 25th-27th.)

I'm really looking forward to seeing all of you!

Sincerely,

Sherry