Classroom News May 2, 2008
Mrs. George's Class is Curious About Butterflies
We received our Painted Lady butterfly larvae at the end of last week and the children are excited about observing the different stages of their life cycle. They are writing about and illustrating their observations in their butterfly journals. We are anxiously awaiting the emerging butterflies. A few days after they reach the final stage in their life cycle, we will release them in our outdoor classroom. You will see below a photograph taken with our ELMO on May 1st. You will notice one still crawling on the bottom of the lid. Two are hanging in the J shape and two have changed into the chrysalis stage. One caterpillar is out of view.
We have "boarded" our jet, left Japan and have landed in the "Land Down Under!" The children are so excited about learning more about this country. "Japan Day" was such a hit, that we are planning on having a mini "Australia Day" on May 14th! We currently have a guest speaker lined up and several other activities planned. Here are a couple of interesting web sites that your child might enjoy visiting:
Animals of Australia and Australia Downunder
Congratulations to Jami, our May Character Winner for the word Accomplishment.
Special Thanks To:
- All parents who sent in children well rested and prepared for the testing. I know we are all excited that we have that milestone behind us.
- Thanks to all who participated in the many Relay for Life activities. Thus far, $8,552 has been raised!!!
- Thanks for those who have sent in completed enrollment forms. Please make sure that all forms have been signed before sending them back and that you have placed three stamps on the envelope. We will use these envelopes to mail report cards.
Upcoming Dates:
May 5: "Drumming Up Stories"-Performing Arts program here at Mt. Bethel featuring interactive stories from around the world
May 9: All library books due - Please look around your home for any missing library books!
May 11: Mother's Day (The children are working very hard on a "special" project especially for you!)
May 12: Reader's Theater (various teachers will present favorite stories.)
May 14: Australia Day (morning)
May 14: Representative from Cobb County Library will present information regarding their Summer Reading Program (afternoon)
May 20: Field Day (8:00-10:30) Please remember class t-shirts, sunscreen and water bottle!
May 20: Yearbook Signing (Outdoor Classroom, 1:10-2:00)
May 21: End of Year Celebration
May 21-24: Reading is Hot , Hot, Hot (More information will follow)
May 22: All supplies will be sent home
May 23: Last Day of School (Do not bring backpacks or lunch bags. Lunch items from home need to be in disposable containers)



