This week students will be taking the ISASP Assessment. Assessments will take place in the morning for each grade level. On Friday we kicked off ISASP testing week with a video of how students are going to "Be Like A Duck!" during testing week.
You might be wondering, "What does being like a duck have to do with taking tests?" Well, let me tell you. Ducks are some of the most resilient and focused creatures out there, and we can learn a lot from them.
Quack with Confidence: When you see a duck gliding across the water, what do you notice? That's right – they do it with confidence! Just like a duck confidently paddles through the water, I want you to approach the ISASP with confidence. Believe in yourself and your abilities. You've been preparing for this, and you are ready to show what you know!
Stay Calm Under Pressure: Have you ever seen a duck gracefully glide through rough waters? Despite the challenges around them, ducks remain calm and composed. Similarly, during the test, remember to stay calm under pressure. Take deep breaths, focus on the questions one at a time, and remember that you've got this!
Keep Paddling Forward: Ducks are persistent creatures. No matter how strong the current, they keep paddling forward. Similarly, I want you to keep pushing forward, even if you encounter difficult questions or challenges during the test. Don't get discouraged – keep paddling, keep trying your best, and you'll reach the finish line successfully!
Take a minute to watch this video about being like a duck! Students will be earning Warrior Way ISASP tickets for a chance at picking out a duck of their own. Don't worry, they will not be bringing home real ducks, these are fun ducks dressed in a variety of themes.
This week is the final week to order your child a yearbook. The yearbook is full of pictures for the entire school year with each classroom having their own page. All students are included in the yearbook!! Yearbooks are offered for sale online at SBL Yearbook Store: https://store.shopyearbook.com/sbl-yearbooks. Cost is $16 and orders are due April 20th. Yearbooks will be delivered to schools before the end of school in May! Check out this flyer for more details.
Online orders only and extra yearbooks will not be ordered so order your child's yearbook now if you want them to have one!!
Did You Know:
Once ISASP testing is complete students will be completing the end of year reading and math assessments which includes students reading out loud for a minute to measure their fluency. Following the long spring break we have seen students fluency scores decline some so please take a couple minutes each night and haver your child read out loud to you for one minute. Fluency practice passages are included in these weekly emails to make it easy for you. The students have been working hard and we want to see their efforts when it's time for them to read with their teacher on the end of year fluency assessment.
Weekly Snapshot - Specials Days in (4/5th Grade) & (3rd Grade):
Monday 4/15 (4/5th Day 3) & (3rd Day 5)
IASAP Testing
Tuesday, 4/16 (4/5th Day 4) & (3rd Day 6)
ISASP Testing
Wednesday, 4/17 (4/5th Day 5) & (3rd Day 1)
ISASP Testing
Wednesday Dismissal
Bus - 2:15
Everybody Else - 2:20
Thursday, 4/18 (4/5th Day 1) & (3rd Day 2)
ISASP Testing
Friday, 4/19 (4/5th Day 2) & (3rd Day 3)
Weekly Reminders:
1. Please notify the office if your student will be late or absent, by 8:45am. If we do not receive a call, voicemail or email, then Mrs. Kloostra will call you. We must account for all students absent from school. Contact the office by email kloossus@sblschools.com or phone 712-943-5563 option 2.
2. If your child is leaving early from school, they will not be called to the office until you arrive. This way we keep them in class as long as possible in the event you are running late to pick them up. Advance notice to the office will help us locate your student more quickly. Coming 5 minutes early will also help get your child out the door on time when leaving early.
3. If your child goes to The Warrior Y Club after school and will not be going on a given day, please call and let them know. A reminder the Warrior Y Club will be closed on late start and early out days.
4. At times seconds may be served during lunch. Seconds and extra milk or milk with cold lunch is not covered under the free or reduced lunch program. Students must have money in their accounts for those extra items.
5. Breakfast is served from 7:45-8:10. The bell rings at 8:10 and school begins at 8:15. Students are counted tardy if they are not in their classroom at 8:15.
6. TeamMates Mentoring Program is open to students in grades 3-12. Mentors are always needed to help make this program a success. If you or somebody you know is interested in being a mentor sign up here. If you would like to sign up your child to have a mentor contact Mrs. Lindberg.
Times to Note:
7:30 - Front Doors Open
7:50-8:10 - Breakfast
8:10 - Bell Rings
8:15 - School Begins (Tardy at 8:15)
11:15 - 5th Lunch
11:50 - 4th Lunch
12:30 - 3rd Lunch
3:15 - Bus Dismissal
3:25 - Dismissal
2:15 - Wednesday Bus Dismissal
2:20 - Wednesday Dismissal
Upcoming Events:
April 20 - Yearbook Sales End
April 25 - 5-12 Band Concert @ 7:00 - ES Gym
May 7 - PTO Meeting @ 7:00 pm - ES Library
May 9 - PTO RIF Book Handout @ Elementary
May 9 - School Board Meeting @ 6:00 AM - ES Art Room
May 23 - Last Day of School with 1:00 Dismissal
Music Programs (2:00 in Elementary Gym):
Kindergarten - May 3
Important Links:
Fluency Passage Practice Week 10
Lunch Menu w/ Specials Days (on website)
April Lunch Calendar (printable) (3rd grade specials designated in the box)
Sergeant Bluff-Luton Elementary Facebook
Specials Schedule (updated with new 3rd grade specials schedule)
Purchase Varsity Athletic Tickets (Go Bound)
1st Day School Supplies (purchase for next school year)
PTO Book Fair Thank You to Parents
Don't forget we collect these items:
Box Tops - Download the Box Tops App to earn money for our school!
Pop Tabs for Ronald McDonald House - will be picked up monthly by National Honor Society Students
Hy-Vee Receipts
Casey's Rewards - Cash for Classrooms - Download the App to earn money for our school!
These items can be sent to school anytime with your child and put in the appropriate collection drawers by the office.
The Warrior Way Pledge:
Our Learning Community will be
Respectful
Responsible
and Safe
It's the Warrior Way!
Be Kind,
Dr. McCrory
Just one small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day. ~Dalai Lama