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Thank you to all the parents who volunteered at school this year; thank you to all the parents that looked through students backpacks for schoolwork, notes and messages; thank you to all the parents that called in to let us know that your child would be absent for the day; thank you to all the parents that made sure children spent time reading at home; and thank you to all the parents that have made sure that their children get to bed at a reasonable hour on school nights. The list could go on. My message is simply this… Thank you to all parents and guardians who support your child’s academic growth.
By the time you get this newsletter, there will be 15 full days of school left this school year. With the end of the school year fast approaching, our days are filled with activity. Please be sure to read carefully all correspondence from the school. It will contain important dates, times, happenings, etc.
So what happens when school gets out? At school we continue our planning and training for next year. I encourage you to do the same with your children. Take advantage of learning opportunities and teachable moments in all that you do throughout the summer. One aspect of learning that we often discuss at the early childhood level is “prior knowledge.” Students coming to school with a variety of experiences are able to quickly integrate new information and relate it to what they have already learned. Every situation can be a learning experience for you and your child(ren), even during the summer months.
This year’s summer reading program theme will be “Pop Open A Good Book This Summer.” Our reading program kick-off will be held on Tuesday, June 22. In addition to a reading activity, students will have the opportunity to meet the teachers from the next grade level. A light snack will also be provided.
Thank you for sharing your child(ren) with us for the 10 months of the school year. As much as they have learned from us, we have learned from them. Working at The Learning Community with these precious children is truly a gift to me. I hope your children feel the same.
Have a great summer,
Mrs. LaFountain
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