Elementary 4-6 Campus Newsletter

August 31, 2007

Monday, September 3, is Labor Day.  We thank God for the great labor force we have in our country. Celebrate this American holiday with your family and friends. 

Prayer Service

Ms. Hardesty’s students will plan our prayer service next Thursday.  Join us in prayer, 9 AM in the Blessed Mother Church.

OCS FUN RUNS

Owensboro Catholic High School Cross Country teams will host OCS student Fun Runs on September 5th, 12th and 19th, at Yellow Creek Park beginning at 5:30 pm.  Students in Kindergarten through sixth grade are invited to participate.  

CAFETERIA NEWS

Remember you are welcome to eat lunch with your child.  We would enjoy your visit!

LOOK WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE 4-6 CAMPUS!

Students in Mr. Calhoun’s sixth grade Science class are participating in an investigation of scientific classification.  Beans are being classified according to color, shape, size, and texture.  Later, students will construct models and display their “Five Kingdoms of Beans.”

Happy Birthday!!

Joelle Boarman

Nolan Swift

Joseph Mills

Cameron O’Nan

Gabrielle Hoffman

Rex Berry

MID-QUARTER REVIEW

Next Wednesday we review all student grades for the middle of the first grading period.  Teachers will be sending home progress reports for each student giving grade information for each subject area taught.  Please review these with your child and discuss ways to improve grades before the end of the grading period.  If you have any concerns or questions, please contact your child’s teacher.  Deficiencies, if any, will go home on Friday.

10 WAYS TO HELP YOUR CHILD IMPROVE STUDY SKILLS

1.  Encourage daily studying even if there is no homework.  Reviewing lessons increases understanding.

2.  Set a regular study time in a comfortable quiet place where your child won’t be distracted.

3.  Provide enough supplies and space for your child to get work done.  It helps to have a dictionary, encyclopedia, and computer available.

4.  Have your child take note while reading.  This can help make concepts clearer.

5.  Make sure your child uses a daily planner or an assignment book to keep organized.

6.  Help your child prioritize tasks.  An overwhelming project can be broken down into small steps and completed more efficiently.

7.  Suggest that your child attend after-school study sessions or seek extra help from teachers.

8.  Assist your child in setting goals and deadlines.  Gauging workloads should help prevent cramming and stress.

9.  Offer your assistance in the studying process.  Read cue cards and give pop quizzes to enhance learning.

10.  Be willing to give your child rides to and from study sessions or events that will facilitate learning.

                                               From @The Positive Line ASI #79930

REMINDERS:

• There will be a tailgate planning meeting on Tuesday, September 4th, at 6:00 p.m. at the K-3 Campus.  All tailgate forms need to be turned in by Friday, August 31st.
• The first PTO meeting of the year will be Thursday, September 13th, at the 4-6 Campus.  Please make plans to attend.
• School pictures will be Friday, September 21st.  Choose something colorful to wear to school this day.