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Newsletter - October 18th

Dear Parents,

Thank you so much for attending parent teacher conferences!  I enjoyed the time I was able to spend with each of you.  Thank you for making your child’s education a priority.  Have a wonderful weekend!

Working together,

Ms. Tammy Myers

Fourth Grade Teacher

Summit Intermediate

Nixa Public Schools

Red Ribbon Spirit Week Next Week

Monday: Red Day

Tuesday: Neon Day

Wednesday: Camouflage Day

Thursday: Mismatch Day

Spelling Words

- they’re                 - flowers

- school                 - delays

- when                   - tigers

- prettier                - holidays

- happiness            - friends

Upcoming Events

Oct 23—Picture retakes

Oct 24—“Parenting in the Digital Age” presentation at JTSD 6:00 pm.

Oct 25—No school

Oct 31—PTA Fall Parties—more info to come

Newsletter - October 11th

Dear Parents & Students,

Today marks the end of first quarter.  Can you believe how quickly these past nine weeks have flown by?  Time really does fly when you’re having fun! 

Conferences are next week and we’ve got everyone signed up!  I’m looking forward to sitting down with you.  Feel free to bring your child with you if you want, as he/she holds the most power in their learning.   I enjoy this conferencing time that allows us to focus on celebrating successes and setting goals for even more!

We are having Traditional Conferences.  At this time, you will receive your child’s grade card. As we only have 15 minutes per conference, our time together will be quick, but efficient.  If more time is needed, I’m more than happy to schedule another time for us to talk. 

Next Friday, we will be celebrating our first quarter success with a Read In! Students are encouraged to wear pajamas and bring a blanket and one stuffed animal to read to.  We’ll spend most of the day cuddled up with our favorite books. 

Finally, this Tuesday (October 15^th) is Summit PTA’s Chili & Bingo night from 5:00-7:00.  Grab some dinner and win some prizes, too.  Wendy’s chili, frito pie, chili cheese nachos, and chili dogs are just some of the things that will be served. 

Looking forward to seeing you next week!

Ms. Tammy Myers

Fourth Grade Teacher

Summit Intermediate

Nixa Public Schools

(Please note: Due to conferences next week, there will be NO NEWSLETTER.)

Cheer Words

- there                 - memories

- first                   - mysteries

- went                 - supplies

- electricity          - enemies

- communities     - hobbies

Upcoming Events

Oct 11 – End of 1^st Quarter - ½ day of school

Oct 15—Parent/Teacher Conferences & Chili Bingo Night

Oct 17—Parent/Teacher Conferences

Oct 23—Picture retakes

Oct 24—“Parenting in the Digital Age” presentation at JTSD 6:00 pm.

Oct 25—No school

Oct 31—PTA Fall Parties—more info to come

Book Fair

7:10-4:00 Monday and Wednesday

7:10-7:15 Tuesday and Thursday

7:10-2:00 on Friday

NEW THIS YEAR:  If students intend to buy something other than books they MUST BRING A PARENT SIGNED NOTE to library so that we know parents are ok if they buy pencils, pens, posters, etc. 

Book Orders – Don’t forget about the Book Fair, though. 

Due – Friday, October 18^th

Shop Online at: www.scholastic.com/readingclub
One-Time Class Activation Code: J2TCD

Newsletter - October 4th

Dear Parents,

I have to start by bragging on our students!  They are doing a great job of being focused, doing their best, and working at a fourth grade pace.  Let me tell you, lots of learning can happen when these three things are in place!

It’s hard to believe that one week from today marks the end of First Quarter.  We’ve certainly done a lot of growing during these eight weeks.  First Quarter sets the foundation for the rest of the year.  I just want to remind students that the last week’s worth of grades can really make a difference if they are on the “edge” of a particular goal.  Stay focused, keep working hard, and doing your best to give 100% to your work.

Parent/Teacher conferences are coming up in a couple of weeks.  Please make sure you have signed up for a time for us to meet.

www.SignUpGenius.com/go/10C054EA8A92CA20-parentteacher

Finally, Multiplication Contracts start next week for students who scored less than 80% on the timed “Mad Minute”.  It is their job to make sure and ask you to write studied facts in their Assignment Book.  They can study with flash card or this website (http://www.multiplication.com/games).

Have a fabulous weekend!  It sounds like it might feel a bit more fall like.  J

Working together,

Ms. Tammy Myers

Fourth Grade Teacher

Summit Intermediate

Nixa Public Schools

Spelling Words

- their                    - glasses

- before                 - beaches

- enough               - bunches

- transportation     - eyelashes

- classify               - circuses

Upcoming Events

Oct 11 – End of 1^st Quarter - ½ day of school

Oct 15—Parent/Teacher Conferences & Chili Bingo Night

Oct 17—Parent/Teacher Conferences

Oct 23—Picture retakes

Oct 25—No school

Oct 31—PTA Fall Parties—more info to come

Book Orders

Due – Friday, October 18^th

Shop Online at: www.scholastic.com/readingclub
One-Time Class Activation Code: J2TCD

Newsletter - September 27th

Dear Parents,

I hope everyone had a wonderful week. We had another busy week here at Summit! The weather has been wonderful, hasn’t it?  How can you be anything but cheery when you get to play outside in sunny, cloudless days? 

We’ve spent the first several weeks of school building community in our classroom.  We have worked hard to create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.  This feeling of well-being will enhance learning.  I’m so proud of our students for accepting each other, being patient, and showing kindness when we sometimes don’t feel like it!  Congratulations, Class!  We are becoming a family!

Parents, do you enjoying reading to your children?  Students, do you enjoy being read to?  I would like to invite any parents, older siblings, grandparents, relatives, or other special people to surprise your child by being a “Mystery Reader” this year in our classroom.  Students LOVE having their family, friends, and relatives visit our classroom to share in our learning by reading a favorite story aloud to our class.  Mystery Readers will visit us on Fridays around 12:40 p.m. each week.  Readers are asked to bring a book to read or read a teacher-chosen book from our classroom library.  There are many open dates to choose from throughout the year.  You can either sign up here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054EA8A92CA20-mystery  or send your top three choices in a “top secret” envelope to school with your child.  I will get back to you as soon as I can to confirm your official Mystery Reader date.  Remember, you are a mystery to the class, so try not to tell your child when you will be coming!  Please see me or drop me a “secret” note if you have any further questions. 

Have a hip-happenin’ weekend!

Working Together,

Ms. Tammy Myers

Fourth Grade Teacher

Summit Intermediate

Nixa Public Schools

Cheer Words

- two                     - larger

- was                    - smaller

- beautiful             - scarier

- unfinished          - happier

- impression         - funnier

Upcoming Events

Sept27—Mum pick up after school

Oct 11 – End of 1^st Quarter - ½ day of school

Oct 14-17 – Parent/Teacher conferences – I’ll email times to sign up for next week.  J

Oct 23—Picture retakes

Oct 25—No school

Oct 31—PTA Fall Parties—more info to come

The PTA volunteers who are completing Book Fair decorations for our “Reading Oasis” theme are in need of LOTS of 2 liter bottles.  We would really appreciate it if you have any to donate.  They can be brought in to the library.

Newsletter - September 20th

Dear Parents,

Where did the week go?  I’ve enjoyed working with your child and celebrating their success with them.  They are the reason why I love my job!

In fourth grade we work hard to help students become responsible, self-motivated learners.  Hopefully, your child is coming home excited about his/her learning, giving you a window into our classroom.  We work hard in our teams, as partners, and individually to learn in many different ways.  And, of course, we take time to celebrate with each other along the way.  As September (and our Character word: responsibility) come to an end, here is just a quick reminder of things students should be doing as responsible fourth graders.

      

~ correct any missed problems on Morning Work every night 

~ read out loud at least 15 minutes, 4 nights a week and fill out their own Reading Log

~ return your Friday Folder Signature Sheet on Monday

~ go over their Assignment Book with you (This is a chance for them to show off all they’re learning!  Trust me, you’ll be amazed!)

Together, we can make this one of the most successful years ever!

Working Together,

Ms. Tammy Myers

Fourth Grade Teacher

Summit Intermediate

Nixa Public Schools

Multiplication Contracts will be starting soon.  To avoid a contract, students need to score an 80% or better on the weekly timed test.

Spelling Words

- too                   - nighttime

- favorite            - doorbell

- into                  - classroom

- governor          - downstairs

- submarine       - classmate

Upcoming Events

Sept 24—Skate Night-80s theme 6:00-8:00

Sept27—Mum pick up after school

Oct 11 – End of 1^st Quarter - ½ day of school

Oct 14-17 – Parent/Teacher conferences – more info to come

Oct 23—Picture retakes

Oct 25—No school

Oct 31—PTA Fall Parties—more info to come