October 6 - 10, 2014

The Little Bulldogs Tidbits

Principal’s News

Contents

Principal’s News 1 Upcoming Events 1 Pre-K News 1 Kindergarten News 2 First Grade News 2-3 Second Grade News 2-3 Third Grade News 3 Fourth Grade News 3 Fifth Grade News 3-4 Sixth Grade News 3-4 Counselors News 5 P.E. News 5 Cafeteria Menu 5

Mrs. Elisa Santos

La Pryor Elementary Campus

Happy Birthday! Oct 3 – Makenzie Lopez Oct 5 – Zanthony Rodriguez Oct 6 – Makayla Perez Oct 8 – Arnold Dube Oct 10 – Jesse James Ramos Oct 10 – Rolando Robles

Parents,

Our Red Apple fundraiser has ended and we would like to thank all the parents and students for

your hard work. Our fundraisers and donations help REWARD our students for their accomplishments throughout the year. Rewards include classroom parties, cafeteria snack rewards, AR parties, fieldtrips, and equipment for PE. Progress reports will be mailed out on Wednesday, October 8th. Please check your mailbox for your child’s copy. Tutoring for your child will begin soon, if necessary. A letter will be sent out by mail notifying you if your child will be staying afterschool for tutoring. Please remember tutorials are mandatory.

REMINDERS: The Elementary campus will be participating in the Homecoming Parade on October 11 th. All grade levels are required to have a float. Please contact your child’s teacher if you have a trailer that your child’s class may utilize for the homecoming parade or if you would like to volunteer your time in decorating a class float. Lineup will begin at 9:30 a.m. and homecoming parade will continue at 10:00 a.m. The After School Summer Program began October 1, 2014. The cafeteria will be serving dinner

Monday through Friday from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. to any LPISD student 18 years of age and

under. Parents may also buy a plate for $4. This dinner program will continue throughout the year. Please take advantage of this opportunity. *We have also scheduled SCHOOL PICTURE DAY for Pre K through 6th grade students on October 14

th. Uvalde Photo will be here bright and early to start with pre-kinder at 8 a.m. This time they will only be taking individual school pictures, no group sittings. Please remind your child to wear bright colors and wear a big smile for picture day.

*Our bus routes are now established and your cooperation is needed in maintaining the fidelity of

drop off locations. We will not be accepting different drop off locations for students. We

will drop off students according to addresses listed on the transportation forms completed in your registration packet.

*Parents, as you know, reading is essential to your child’s academic success, therefore, please help us collect all library books and send to our school library as soon as possible. We are missing

many books and would like to have as many as possible available for checkout.

PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS WITH THESE IMPORTANT DATES:

October – Bully Prevention Month

October 8 -Homecoming Bonfire @7:30 pm

October 11 – Homecoming Parade @ 10:00 am (All grade levels participating)

October 14 – SCHOOL PICTURE DAY (NO GROUP/FAMILY PICTURES) October 15 – Seitz Fundraising Orders and Money Need to be turned in to Mrs. Crowe

October 18 – Lamb & Ewes Validation 8-10 AM – ZAE Show Grounds in Crystal City

October 18 – Goats and Does Validation 10 AM- 12 PM- ZAE Show Grounds in Crystal City

October 25 – Hogs & Gilts Validation 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM - @ Exhibitors Homes

October 27 – Cookies & Milk- Elem Library @ 6 pm (Pumpkin Painting)

October 31 – LPISD Fall Festival @ 7:30 pm

We hope you have a wonderful weekend.

Thank you, Elisa Santos- Principal

October 11 –

Homecoming Parade @ 10:00 am

Lab with

Mrs. E. Lopez

Pre-Kindergarten News

Kindergarten News

First and Second Grade News

Little Bulldog Tidbits Page 2 of 5 Grade Level News

Third & Fourth Grade News

Mrs. Dube & Mrs. Gonzales’ Pre Kinder News:

This week was safety week, letter Bb, number 2 & shapes. We read” Be Safe Little

Ones”. We made traffic lights. Talked about 911 & practiced our phone numbers.

We are also practicing beginning sounds. Students were excited to visit the

library. Any time you see the letter & number of the week ask your child to

identify it.

Library Schedule: Mrs. Gonzales Tues. & Thurs., Mrs. Dube Mon. & Wed.

Thank you to all the parents who were able to help out with the float

decorations! Thanks!

A. Escalante- Kinder: Math

For the next three weeks in math, students will be introduced to developing numbers 6-10 through subitizing, conservation and comparing numbers. Students will also continue to practice adding and subtracting problems, writing their numbers, counting with TOUCHMATH through visuals, manipulatives and kinesthetic activities. In our daily board, students will review the calendar, counting 1-60 (frontwards and backwards), clock, money, seasons of the year, and tally marks. In Science, for the next 17 school days, students will be exploring with force, motion, and energy. Mrs. Elrod:

Ms. Elrod’s class has covered the letters l. o. g, h, t and p and are blending sounds to create words. We have pretty pelicans displayed on our outer wall. With the addition of each letter, we will continue to increase our decodable word bank. Each week gets more challenging. From now on, students will have a decodable spelling assessment at the end of the week. Several students are already reading decodable phonics books and library books and are taking AR tests. In social studies, we are learning about responsibilities, characteristics of being a good citizen, and school environments from the past. We will continue to post our work outside, so we are inviting parents to come view the students’ progress. Go Bulldogs!!

Mrs. Mireles:

We will be reading/discussing the informational text "How Animals Communicate". The target skill will be details, and the target strategy will be for students to be able to infer/predict. In Social Studies, we will be reading/discussing Rules and Laws. Parents, please read the library books that your child is bringing home, and ask them higher level thinking questions after they read. Your support is very much appreciated! Have a great week!!! Mrs. Howell:

The first grade math class is learning to tell time by the hour. They are also recognizing nickels and adding them. Parents every opportunity you have with your child please look at the clock or maybe count some change together. In science we are moving into the different forms of energy such as light, sound, and heat. We will be discussing the importance these forms are to us in everyday life. Mrs. Valdez

As part of our Reading program to enhance your child's reading skills, the students go daily to computer lab to

do Lexia. This technological program helps students accelerate their development in reading. Lexia has a school-to-home connection, simply visit www.lexiacore5.com and login using your child's username and password (students know this).

Page 3 of 4 Little Bulldog Tidbits Grade Level News

Ms. Alvarado – 3rd

& 4th

Grade

Next week in math we will be starting a unit on adding and subtracting 2 and 3-digit numbers with and without regrouping. We will be using base ten blocks and place value mats to model and record our addition problems. We will also be working on coin recognition and how to write dollar amounts with the decimal point and dollar symbol. In science we will be learning about patterns of movement such as sliding, rolling and spinning. Mrs. Vera 3

rd

& 4th

Grade

3rd Grade Science Students will measure, test, and record physical properties of matter. 4th Grade Science Students will compare and contrast a variety of mixtures and solutions. Plan and implement descriptive investigations, including asking well-defined questions and making inferences.

Ms. Espiritu – 3rd

& 4th

Grade

3rd Grade The students completed Unit 2 –Celebrate Freedom, took the test. They began studying Unit 3 – Physical Characteristics of the Community. Next week, they will describe and explain variations in the physical environment. 4th Grade The students finished the assessment on Unit 2 – Native Americans Before the European Explorations. Next week, they will identify the intent, meaning, importance of the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.

. Mrs. Meyer’s Math Classes

Newsletter 10/2/ 2014 Third Grade-We are beginning a unit on Understanding Multiplication. It is very important that students learn their multiplication facts as many of the math concepts are based on multiplication. Fourth Grade- Students are beginning a unit on Multiplication of Whole Numbers. They are still practicing reading number lines with decimals to the hundredth place, and using the data on a graph to answer word problems. On another note, the Harvest Festival is Friday, October 31st. The fourth grade will be in charge of the Goldfish Toss Booth, and we will be selling Jelly Shots. To help with the purchase of the goldfish and the Jelly Shots, we are asking each fourth grade student to bring $2.00 to their homeroom teacher as soon as possible.

First & Second Grade News Continued…

Mrs. Lopez:

In math we are working on place value! Students are learning how to represent numbers in different ways, by identifying the place value, showing the number on a number line, and writing the number in words and expanded form. We will also be working on how to compare and order 3-digit numbers. In science, we are still working on demonstrating things that can be done to materials to change their physical properties such as cutting, folding, and tearing. We will also be looking at the changes in materials caused by heating and cooling.

Third & Fourth Grade News

Fifth & Sixth Grade News Continued… Mrs. Rangel -5

th

/6th

Grade Math Notes

*5th grade have begun Unit 3 – Personal Financial Literacy. Students have been learning about payroll tax, income tax, property tax and sales tax. *6th grade students are learning how to multiply and divide rational numbers. *October 11 – Homecoming Parade at 10:00. Please have your students at school at 9:30. October 31 – Fall Fest from 7:30 – 10:00. 5th grade students may begin to bring their 2 liter sodas for their booth, the Football Throw. Mrs. E. Lopez

5th

Grade -The fifth grade closed the week taking a Unit Assessment. Next week they will begin investigating the effect of Force and design & conduct an experiment to display their findings on a mini-board. 6th Grade - The 6th grade will learn that an element is a pure substance represented by chemical symbols. 6th Grade Parents,

Next week for the Homecoming Parade, the 6th grade will be decorating a float with an 80’s Theme.

Ms. E. Gomez: 5th Grade We will continue to focus on the students learning about the political and economic relationship between Great Britain and the colonies during the colonial period. This also includes individuals who contributed significantly to the growth of the colonies. We will also continue to study some influential Hispanic figures in lieu of Hispanic Heritage Month. Please encourage your child to do their homework and to study for their tests. If they are not successful in passing their test(s) then they need to get their parent’s signature in order for them to correct it. Encourage your child to read on a daily basis as it will help in improving their comprehension, vocabulary, fluency, etc. Make sure to also encourage your child to practice math and do the necessary steps to each equation as well. Let’s encourage our students to be responsible in all aspects of their education!!!! 6th Grade—We will continue to focus on the students understanding the importance of the founding documents in setting a framework for our government. We will also continue to study some influential Hispanic figures in lieu of Hispanic Heritage Month. Students will need to volunteer next week to work in the convenience of their own home so that they can draw pictures of the 80’s theme for the Homecoming float. Please encourage your child to do their homework and to study for their tests. If they are not successful in passing their test(s) then they need to get their parent’s signature in order for them to correct it. Encourage your child to read on a daily basis as it will help in improving their comprehension, vocabulary, fluency, etc. Make sure to also encourage your child to practice math and do the necessary steps to each equation as well. Let’s encourage our students to be responsible in all aspects of their education!!! Ms. D. Gomez: 5th Grade – Is embarking on Unit 2 Appreciating Literary Nonfiction and Drama. We will be learning about the elements of Drama and reading plays as well. Students will learning the differences between nonfiction and drama. Homework will be given as needed, but it shouldn’t take more than 30 minutes to complete. Parents ask your child if he/she has homework on a daily basis. We are using a new computer reading program entitled Reading Plus that will help students become better readers. Students are allowed to use it 24/7 (both in school and at home). Students know their usernames and passwords already. Enclosed is the link to login into student.readingplus.com . Please utilize this tool to help your child practice and improve their reading skills. For every 30 lessons they complete correctly on See Reader, students will raise their reading grade level by a year. It will take ALL of us to build a successful school environment. Parents both Mrs. Rangel and I have met with our 5th grade student body to discuss the Fall Fest. Each student is asked to bring (3) 2-litter soda bottles to help our event: Football Throw. I know it will be a success with will Your Help!!! Fall Fest will take Place on October 31

st starting at 7:30P.M. Parents please help your child by reminding them to bring their (3)

2-litter soda bottles a day before the Fall Fest. Our theme for the Parade is Western!!!! Please help your child dress accordingly! We want to show our spirit and wear our Cowboys and Cowgirls git ups!! 6th Grade – Is embarking on Unit 2 Exploring Literary Fiction and Drama. We will be learning about the elements of Drama, reading plays and enjoying fictional stories using various resources. Homework will be given as needed, but it shouldn’t take more than 30 minutes to complete. Parents ask your child if he/she has homework on a daily basis. We are using a new computer reading program entitled Reading Plus that will help students become better readers. Students are allowed to use it 24/7 (both in school and at home). Students know their usernames and passwords already. Enclosed is the link to login into: student.readingplus.com . Please utilize this tool to help your child practice and improve their reading skills. For every 30 lessons they complete correctly on See Reader, students will raise their reading grade level by a year. It will take ALL of us to build a successful school environment.

Little Bulldog Tidbits Grade Level News Page 4 of 5

PRE-KINDER MENU

October 6 – 10, 2014

6 Baked Chicken Mashed Potatoes Seasoned Veggies Fruit Cup

7 Spaghetti with Meat Sauce Garlic Bread Sticks Italian Salad Fruit Cup

8 Chicken & Noodles Hot Roll or Sandwich With Carrot Dippers Steamed Veggies Choice of Fresh Fruit

9 Soft Beef Tacos Lettuce & Tomato Pinto Beans Fruit Cup

10 Chicken Burger Baked Fries Lettuce & Pickles Fruit Cup or Fruit Juice

ELEMENTARY MENU

October 6 – 10, 2014

6 Baked Chicken or Cheese Burger Mashed Potatoes Seasoned Veggies Lettuce & Pickles

7 Spaghetti with Meat Sauce or Pizza Garlic Bread Sticks Italian Salad Steamed Veggies

8 Chicken & Noodles Hot Roll Steamed Veggies Carrot Coins or Build Your Sack Lunch

9 Soft or Crunchy Beef Tacos or Taco Salad Lettuce & Tomato Bean & Rice Salsa

10 BBQ on Bun or Chicken Burger Baked Fies Sliced Pickles & Onions Fresh Garden Salad

Coach Gonzales’ and Coach Lopez’s PE News:

In P.E. Students have been working on volleyball and football skills. Students are advancing and high potential for their high school years. We like to remind students to bring their running shoes to P. E. We do not want any accidents in class.

Message from Nurse Becky: Please make sure pre kinder student get their 4 year vaccines as soon as possible and get

copies of vaccine records to school nurse. If your child has a medical condition, make sure to get an action plan from your doctor and get copy to nurse as soon as possible. A few students with lice this week please check your children hair. Counselor is now working at VSHSI La Pryor Clinic on Wednesdays from 10:00 to 4:00 (Depression/Anxiety etc.)Any questions call nurse 365-4000 ext. 332. The Nurses office is now located in the elementary principal's office building.

History of Red Ribbon Week

Red Ribbon Week honors the life of Drug Enforcement Agent Enrique “Kiki” Camerena,

who was killed by drug dealers in 1985. Kiki was working undercover to eradicate our

communities of drugs and those who profit from them. The family and friends of Kiki wore

red ribbons after their loss, and hence Red Ribbon Week was named.

Our school is thrilled to be participating in Red Ribbon Week activities that will not only

enhance school spirit but also bring awareness to the issue of drugs and their negative impact.

Our Theme this year is: These Paws Don’t Touch Drugs!!!

Activities for the Week of October 27th – 31st:

Monday: Be Proud To Be Drug Free Day - Students are encouraged to wear RED clothing and accessories while still following school dress code. Also, each

student will receive a red ribbon to wear all week. A discussion will be held in

each class on the importance of being drug free. Tuesday: Sock It To Drugs Day– Students will be encouraged to wear their craziest, favorite, or RED socks to affirm their strength of character and commitment to be strong in their stand in uniting with their friends, family, community, and school against harmful drugs. Each student will receive a bracelet to wear and support that “These Paws Don’t Touch Drugs!” Wednesday: We Got SMART Goals Day– Students will be encouraged to wear their favorite college or team shirt/jersey to affirm their preparation to be college ready. Each student will receive a red ribbon button to wear and declare that “These Paws Don’t Touch Drugs!”

Thursday: Our Future Is Too Bright Day – Students will be encouraged to wear sunglasses, bright color socks, or light-up shoes to affirm that drugs have no place in their future. Shades should not be worn during instruction. Each student

will receive a red ribbon pencil and eraser top that asserts that “These Paws Don’t Touch Drugs!”

Friday: Be a HERO and say “KAPOW” to Drugs – Students will be encouraged to wear their favorite superhero shirt to affirm our pledge to live a drug free life. Each student will receive a red ribbon lollipop

to enjoy and proclaim that “These Paws Don’t Touch Drugs!” More Red Ribbon Week activities to be announced in upcoming newsletters.