Dear Parents/Guardians and Students,

Happy New Year! Can you believe it is 2008? This year we will learn new things, take new adventures and achieve many goals together.

In early January, our 3rd, 4th, 5thgraders will take the New York State ELA. Students will continue to work hard and prepare in their classes. The exam dates are January 7-11th. Please have students get a good night’s sleep and eat a good breakfast each day.

Don’t miss our Parent Place on January 9th @ 9:00 am. The topic is “Sibling Rivalry,” presented by Phyllis Elliot, LCSW. We will have great information for you! Remember free breakfast and babysitting is available. See you there!

This month our theme is “Having a positive influence on your peers.” We will discuss this character education topic in classes and throughout the building all month. We will also study about Dr. Martin Luther King who has had a positive influence on his peers as well as on all who study his great work.

The 5th grade will close the month with the annual “Governmental Tea.” On the 17th, the fifth grade will assume the roles of dignitaries and come together with parent guests for a wonderful learning experience. Special guest dignitaries will also visit with our students during this wonderful event.

As the winter brings cold weather we ask that students be sure to come to school appropriately dressed. We will continue to go out and enjoy the fresh air as often as we can.

Let’s bring in the New Year with excitement and enthusiasm.

Sincerely,

Jacqueline Figueroa                                      

Theresa Wilkowski