The Brindley Class Bulletin

Important Information

Parents,

I am so thrilled at how well behaved the students were during the CRCT. It is a long week, and I really feel like they gave it their all! What a great celebration we had yesterday. They enjoyed all of the chips and dip so much. The chocolate fountain was a hit too! We had some left overs that the students will be able to share the last week of school!

 

Please make sure to return the Mabry trip permission slip by Monday. The date was misprinted. The trip is actually Monday. Also, be on the lookout for the Parent Information Meeting notice that will be coming home in the folder today. As we get ready to transfer records, be sure that if you received a letter earlier in the year about vaccinations, we need that form in the next few weeks.

This week all parents at GM received an email about a Foundation survey. They do so many things for our school and it would be wonderful for them to have your input. (Plus we could earn a Yogli Mogli party if we have the highest number of parents fill out the survey:)  )  Check your email and please fill that out! Mrs. Newcomer---you get the speediest award! Thanks.

Have a great week and I will see you all in the next few weeks.

Upcoming information

Parents,

As we slide into the homestretch, there are a few reminders you may need.

Starting Wednesday, the CRCT will be every day from 8-10:45. Our lunch time will change to 12:13 and our specials are at 1:30. It is VERY important for your child to have a very good breakfast and bring a healthy snack to get through these 5 days! Please also make sure that they are in the classroom every day before the bell rings!

As we begin our Mabry transition, it is important that you double check with the pediatrician if you received a vaccination letter earlier in the year. The students will need to have an updated form turned in to complete the registration process.

We will be going together to Mabry for a visit on April 30th. Watch for that permission slip.

Also, here is the information about the parent night.

Parent Night, Tuesday, May 1st

6:00-6:30 Gifted/Advanced Content meeting (in the media center)

6:30-7:30 General Assembly (in the theater)

7:30-7:45 building tours

I am looking forward to the students "showing me what they know" this week on the CRCT tests!!!

 

Dress Code

Since spring has approached, I wanted to give you a copy of the student dress code.

DRESS:

Every child at Garrison Mill is encouraged to observe a standard of grooming and dress consistent with the level of formality of the school situation. Shoes must always be worn. Clothing or ornamental displaying of illegal substances for minors, or inappropriate language or gestures are prohibited. Hats or caps should not be worn by boys or girls during school hours unless specified by administrators for particular events.

We ask you to help your child dress appropriately for school so s/he will be able to concentrate on learning:

1. While it may be hot outside, the air conditioning inside the building makes our rooms chilly at times. Dressing in layers helps students address the temperature changes.

2. Your child’s extended finger tips at his side should touch the hem edge of his/her shorts, with room enough to comfortably bend over, sit, run, and climb playground equipment.

3. No midriffs/chests/shoulders should show, eliminating spaghetti strapped, tank, or halter tops. Ask your child to reach above his/her head; if the midriff shows, change clothing.

4. Shoes should be safe to walk/run in, whether it’s P.E. day or not. Flip-flops and slides are too easy to trip over or fall out of.

Flat, rubber-soled shoes are required for all PE activities.

End of the nine weeks information

As we approach the end of the nine weeks next week, I wanted to give you a few reminders. The students need to have the book log caught up by next Wednesday. That would need to include the 4 novels they read this nine weeks on their own time. If they want to exceed standards, they would need to have read more than 4. Many of the students have far exceeded that number! Reading at home is a great way to improve their reading and writing skills.

Tomorrow is the Writing Assessment. Please make sure that your child is here on time. They will not be able to enter the class after the testing has started. I am looking forward for them to put their best foot forward!

Human Growth and Development preview

The parent preview of the 5th grade Human Growth and Development class has been changed  to Friday, March 2  at 2:30 instead of 8:00. The vendor had to reschedule. Thanks.

World War II test on Wednesday

The students will be taking their summative assessment over the World War II standards on Wednesday. The best thing for them to use as a study guide is their journal and the state standards!!

 

Tuesday we are going to be exchanging Valentines. We have asked the students not to put names of who they are for...this tends to take about an hour to pass them out. We will be doing this in the afternoon and having a snack provided by some of our parents. 

 

I hope you all have a great, restful weekend.

World War II

Parents,

We began our unit on World War II today! The students will be doing some independent reading as well as our in class lessons. My homeroom has been assigned a novel based on World War II. The book may go on their reading log since they will be doing it on their own time. They must take the end of book test on or before February 21.

You may look at what we are studying in their journal and their text book. It is a very information packed unit!

In writing, we are continuing to write persuasive essays. Expect to see one in the next few days!

Thank you,

Mrs. Brindley

Parent Workshop

There will be a parent workshop sponsored by the GM Counseling Department and PTA on Friday, February 3 at 9:30 AM in the GM PTA Room. The topic will be "Tween Talk"- Dealing with minds, bodies, emotions, independence and discipline. The speaker will be Jennifer Vann

Greyhound Gala

Dear Parents,

I just wanted to let you know that, as a gala auction item, Ms. Longyear, Ms. Ofiara, and I are offering a "Scrapbook Party."

This will be for the auction winner plus 3 guests. Bring pictures and basic scrapbook supplies and we will create beautiful memories. Snack provided.  Approximately 2 hours of fun in the classroom after school.  Date and time to be worked out between teachers and parents.

The Gala Auction will be held February 4, 2012 at Olde Towne Athletic Club from 7 to 11 PM. Tickets are on sale at http://gmefoundation.org - $35 and $45 at the door or you can Download 2012GALATicketformto purchase tickets in advance. Visit the website for a sample of items to bid on. All proceeds go back to GMEF.

The proceeds will be used to improve our school by providing funding for programs such as technology, educational curriculum and facility improvements. The GMEF will accumulate and distribute resources beyond those provided by Cobb County or the PTA, in order to further enhance, foster and enrich the educational experiences of all students at Garrison Mill.

Thank you for your support!

Greyhound Gala

Dear Parents,

I just wanted to let you know that, as a gala auction item, Ms. Longyear, Ms. Ofiara, and I are offering a "Scrapbook Party."

This will be for the auction winner plus 3 guests. Bring pictures and basic scrapbook supplies and we will create beautiful memories. Snack provided.  Approximately 2 hours of fun in the classroom after school.  Date and time to be worked out between teachers and parents.

The Gala Auction will be held February 4, 2012 at Olde Towne Athletic Club from 7 to 11 PM. Tickets are on sale at http://gmefoundation.org - $35 and $45 at the door or you can Download 2012GALATicketformto purchase tickets in advance. Visit the website for a sample of items to bid on. All proceeds go back to GMEF.

The proceeds will be used to improve our school by providing funding for programs such as technology, educational curriculum and facility improvements. The GMEF will accumulate and distribute resources beyond those provided by Cobb County or the PTA, in order to further enhance, foster and enrich the educational experiences of all students at Garrison Mill.

Thank you for your support!