April Newsletter

Phone Number: 810-591-6090

Fax Number: 810-591-8077

• Chip Days- Apr 10th & 24th
• PAWS Store Days- Apr 17th
• Reduced Day this Month (dismissal at 1:37 pm):
• Apr 8th & 22nd
• MSTEP Testing - Apr 7th, 9th, 14th, 16th
• Math Night- Apr 14th

If you are arriving to school with your child after 8:45AM. Please make sure you are parking your vehicle and walking your child to the office. We need a parent or guardian to sign the child into the school day.

We've been working hard on our attendance numbers this school year.

If you are apart of out Moore Facebook page you will find weekly updates on attendance.

As stated in our School Handbook, absences that are verified—whether through a doctor’s note, obituary, or parent phone call—still count as absences. However, providing documentation such as doctor’s notes is still very helpful, especially if Truancy concerns arise.

If you have recently moved and have a new address or new phone number. Please make sure to update your information with Mrs. Kathy in the office.

Staff said the following about her:

• ' She consistently shows up for her students and truly cares about them. Her hard work ethic is admirable.'
• 'She is fun, kind, and understanding. She works hard to make relationships with students.'

Staff said the following about her:

• "Always there to help out. Works hard to connect and help the students.'
• 'Ms. Tammy goes above and beyond for every student she works with. Each student she works with shows growth.'
• 'Ms. Tammy does an amazing job organizing and filling our PAWS store cart each week.'

Our PTO is small but mighty!

We are working on planning a SUPER fun Field Day with teamwork activities.

In Math Second graders will be learning about shapes and their attributes. Our focus in Reading will be informational texts about how wind and water change the Earth. We will also practice taking notes while we are reading to increase our comprehension. In Phonics we will be learning about suffixes. Our writing unit will consist of an informational piece where we will learn to research a topic and write about the facts we have found. Our next unit in Science will be about water.

3rd Graders have been working on grammar games and word ladders/chains and making words.

They are also preparing and reviewing for the state testing coming up very soon.

Our Physical Education classes continue to focus on teamwork and sportsmanship. Supportive skill development and cooperative team building activities are emphasized in every unit. The students are finishing a jump rope unit in which they progressed from jumping stationary lines to jumping moving ropes. They are encouraged to stay physically active and continue to practice developing their skills outside of school. Mr. Rousseau says "move around and have fun"!

In our behavior groups we are learning about thoughts, feelings, and actions. We have discussed how important it is to understand the difference between actions, choices, and behaviors. To practice knowing the difference we have cut out puzzle piece and sorted them. We as groups have discussed how to handle problems better. We are trying to create positive and supportive relationships among peers. I have demonstrated how to use effective coping skills when face with a problem. We have class discussions and they love to be heard!

Our Lost & Found is filling up with jackets, sweatshirts, and lunchboxes. If your child is missing something, remind them to take a look—or stop in to check during school hours.

At Moore we know that students having strong character and feeling valued is key to a great education. Through Capturing Kids' Hearts we focus on character traits each month to make us better well-rounded students.

Goal: Focus efforts to sustain CKH culture

Give extra effort to make it through to the end.

W – Work Together

This April, we are focusing on the letter W and the important skill of working together. Students will practice cooperating, sharing ideas, listening to others, and helping their classmates. Learning to work together builds strong friendships and teaches children how to solve problems as a team.

Tips for Working Together at School:

• Take turns speaking and listen to others’ ideas

• Share materials and include everyone

• Use kind words and encourage classmates

• Help solve problems calmly as a team

Tips for Working Together at Home:

• Work together on chores like cooking or cleaning

• Practice taking turns during games and activities

• Encourage your child to help siblings or family members

• Talk about how teamwork makes tasks easier and more fun

You can support this at home by encouraging your child to help with family tasks and talk about what it means to be a good teammate.