Tuesday, February 16, 2016

Blog Update Tuesday, February 16

I hope you had a good I hope you had a good  Valentine's day with your friends and family!

A Note from Mr. Burgess

Moms In Touch
*Moms In Touch meets every Wednesday at 2:45 p.m. (New time)

Family Time
Thank you to Mrs. Burgess, Mrs. VandeZande and the second graders for the leading the elementary Family Time. A big thank you to Bobby Moore for leading the middle school Family Time.
Ask your student about this Family Time.

Hot Lunch
Please remind your children that, if they order hot lunch, they must pick up the item they ordered. We do not want to waste food, and we need to keep accurate counts so that what is ordered in the morning is available at lunch.

Hot Lunch this week

Tuesday, February 16
1 Pillsbury pancakes, sausage link, tator tots, strawberries, bananas
2 Trix for kids

Wednesday, February 17
1 Cheesy bread with marinara sauce, hearty romaine garden salad with ranch, fruit choice
2 Turkey sub bag

Thursday,  February 18,
1 Chips & cheese with beef taco meat, lettuce, tomatoes, refried beans, manadarin oranges
2 Warm pretzel and cheese

Friday,  February 19
Winter Break

Monday, February 22
Winter Break

Tuesday, February 23
1 Waffle with strawberries & whipped cream, sausage link, potato wedges, orange wedges, juice choice
2 Trix for kids

Learning Commons News
Fourth graders will be reading their way around the USA! They will be reading books from the five different regions in the U.S. and earning quarters (fake ones!) for their reading logs, along with other fun prizes. We’ll be tracking their travels on a giant map in the library with pushpins.
Fifth graders are wrapping up their mystery genre reading next Tuesday. We’ll be celebrating by ordering food from the “Mystery Menu Cafe” and playing Clue. We’re looking forward to this fun celebration!

MAPS Testing is done! Great job, students!

The Middle School Makerspace continues to be open Thursdays and Fridays during lunch recess. Newcomers are always welcome.

5th Environmental Classroom news for this week
we heard great things about all the learning and experiences that happened for the 5th grade last week at Camp Roger.,winter visit and look forward to the spring visit which will be happening at the end of May..

Environmental Classroom news for this week
Wednesday Outing
The 5th and 6th graders will be participating in a combined activity for our Wednesday outing this week. Students should be dressed for the weather including all the typical items (boots, snow pants, warm coat, gloves, etc.).

PE News news for this week
Reminder: All students must wear tennis shoes for PE. If they do not have their tennis shoes they are not able to participate as regular shoes make scuffs on the gym floor. for 5th-8th grade they will lose half their participation points for the day if they do not have their shoes.

Art news for this week
Today was Mrs. Tuit’s last day! She has been filling in for Mrs. Garrod while she was on maternity leave. Thanks, Mrs. Tuit!

Yearbook news for this week
Start ordering your yearbook today. Please note that online ordering is also available this year!! http://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A01045598 If you have questions about ordering please contact Kim Wierenga kwierenga@grcs.org

A Week at a Glance

Tuesday,  February 16
Ski Club 6:00pm – 8:00pm
,Family Winterfest at Camp Roger 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Friday,  February 19
No school, winter break

Monday, February 22
No school, winter break

I would love to continue to pray for you and your family.  If you would like to let me know any prayer requests, I would be happy to pray.
I’m praying that you have a great week!
Thanks for all that you do for God’s kingdom!
Mr. Dave

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