Sunday, February 23, 2014

February 24, 2014

Dear Parents,

I hope everyone enjoyed their extra day!  I can't believe the Olympics are over for another 2 years!  I enjoyed watching them each night and catching up on the daily competitions' outcomes.

The Trivia Knight committee is still looking for people to help out in serving food/beer or selling raffle tickets.  Please let me know if you are able to help out with this awesome fundraiser!  Trivia Knight is March 8th.

The MAEFAR projects were turned in on Thursday and I am in the midst of grading the self assessments.  So far, everyone has done a fantastic job!

The 7th grade is in charge of morning prayer this week.  We also have our last week of Ordinary Time at mass this week.  Next week, begins Lent!  Hopefully you have planned to join our church in "Sharpening Our Axe" Lenten experience.  It is the evenings of 9th - 11th of March.  It is bound to be an awesome experience!  I hope to see you there!

We are attending LaFollette's spring musical, Oklahoma (YIPPPEEEE!) next Thursday, March 6th.  Please send the permission slip and $3 (for the bus) in soon.  If you would like to join us, please let me know.  We will leave at 8:15 and return in time for lunch.

I hope you all have a wonderful week!

Many blessings,
Kim

Sunday, February 16, 2014

February 17, 2014

Dear Parents,

It is a short week!  :)  Remember we do not have school on Friday!  I hope you all enjoy the day off. Seems like we've had many of them lately.

The 7th graders are currently working on their MAEFAR science projects.  The drawings I have seen so far are looking great!  I can't wait to see the final product.  All of it is due (including the self-assessment) on Thursday at the end of class.

Mr. Beisser made a change in the dress code of the uniform.  Students may now wear black slacks with their shirts if they would like.  They may not be jeans, sweats, or the leggings that have been worn lately.  They must be slacks or pants.

I hope all is well!  You all are in my thoughts and prayers!
Many blessings,
Kim

Sunday, February 9, 2014

February 10, 2014

Dear Parents,

We made it through a cold, but sunny skiing event on Friday.  I am so glad that it appeared that everyone seemed to have a great time.  A big thanks goes out to all the family members who hung out in the lodge and watched our stuff all day!  Only one injury that I am aware of and hopefully it will heal up quickly.

This week we welcome Aleeia Mbaye to our class.  This will make 29 in our class of 7th graders.  Everyone seems very excited to welcome her.  She visited for a brief time on Thursday and starts on Monday.

Valentine's Day plans...  This is what I posted on my kim sciteacher facebook page.

"7th grade parents, we will not be having an official Valentine's Day party in the middle school. That Friday after lunch the 6th, 7th and 8th graders have a study hall. It was decided that they will have the opportunity to exchange valentines and have a treat if they would like. SO, I will provide some type of treat for our class. Please do not send in an additional treats. Also, most valentines end up in the trash or on the floor by the end of the day, so if your child decides not to exchange valentines that is quite alright. If you have questions or concerns, please comment or message me. Thanks! Kim"

The 7th graders start a new individual science project on Monday.  They will be investigating mollusks, arthropods, echinoderms, fish, amphibians and reptiles.  This project will be due on Thursday, February 20th at the end of class.  Ask the kids about their research, students in the past have learned many new pieces of information about animals they never knew before the project.

I hope you all have a great week! 

Many blessings!
Kim 

Sunday, February 2, 2014

February 3, 2014

Dear Parents,

Happy FEBRUARY!  Can you believe we are already at this point in the year?!  I am still struggling to believe it is 3rd quarter!  Time flies when you are having fun!  :)

Thanks to all who helped in any way with planning and carrying out Catholic Schools Week!  It was a very successful week with lots of fun opportunities.  Thanks for the appreciation dinner.  I had a great time visiting with many of you!

This week at a glance:

Monday:  Dress as a community worker (make up from last Monday's "cold" day off)

Tuesday:  Dress in mismatched clothing (make up from last Tuesday's "cold" day off)

Wednesday:  Mass is at 8:45 in the church; wear your uniforms;  Careers class in the afternoon

Thursday: BINGO starts at 6:30 upstairs in the Parish Center

Friday:  SKI TRIP!  Please have your child at school by 8am.  We should arrive back between 3:15 and 3:30.  Please meet us in the back of school.

Congratulations to Caleb who came in 2nd at the school's spelling bee last week!  He did a great job! Congrats to all the participants!

Christian is back and stronger than ever.  We've been praying for you and can't wait to get back to having you at school all the time!

Many blessings,
Kim