DOLPHIN DIALOGUE
WRIGHT ELEMENTARY 2017-2018
May 1, 2018
Important dates: May Issue # 9
Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday / Friday1
5th Grade SCIENCE Paper Based Testing FSA / 2
5th Grade SCIENCE Paper Based Testing FSA / 3 / 4
Field Day
2nd grade 9-11 am
3rd grade 12:30-2:30 pm
SCHOOL CARNIVAL 4-6:30PM
DEADLINE TO PURCHASE YEARBOOKS! $20
7 / 8
5th grade Computer Based ELA FSA / 9
5th grade Computer Based ELA FSA
SAC Meeting 3:30 Media Center / 10
PTO Meeting
Media Center
5:30 / 11
Field Day
Kindergarten 9-11 am
1st grade 12:30-2:30 pm
14 / 15 / 16 / 17
Craft Fair in the Media Center
9:15-10:30 and 12:00-1:30
Students Only / 18
Field Day
4th grade 9-11 am
5th grade 12:30-2:30 pm
21 / 22
Fifth Grade Continuation Ceremony
5:00 pm -7:00 pm
at Pryor Middle School Gymnasium / 23 / 24
Honor Roll Award Ceremony
4th grade 8:40-9:10
2nd grade 9:20-9:50
3rd grade 9:55-10:25
1st grade 1:00-1:30 / 25
Last Day of School for Students
28 / 29 / 30 / 31
From the Principal’s Desk
Dear Parents,
It’s amazing that the school year is nearing an end. It has been extremely eventful and we hope your children have made the most of the learning experiences we have made available this year. Here are a few year-end reminders:
•Information regarding summer school will be sent as soon as we have determined student eligibility.
•Registration information forms for returning students should have been returned to your child’s teacher in April
•Each year brings changes. We will notify you of any changes by phone and mail. It is important that we have your most up to date contact information.
•Kindergarten Registration is open. You may register your kindergarten student for next school year
Parental Support and Involvement is a Key Indicator for Student Success
This has been an excellent year. When I am asked what has been the most effective project or program, my response remains, those that have received the most parental support are what worked best. For example, first and kindergarten began the SIPPS program (Systematic Instruction in Phonological Awareness, Phonics, and Sight Words). For 30 minutes in the AM or PM, students received systematic instruction in phonics and word recognition. Many students have had great success with the program. A review of the student data shows the students who were present for the instruction had the most gains. Parental support made the difference when students were not regularly tardy or checked out early.
I have also reviewed the records of many students who struggle and are in danger of retention. Several of these students have either excessive absences and/or are frequently tardy. Parent support with attendance, homework and communication play a key role in your child’s success. We encourage your participation through PTO, SAC and the volunteer program. I look forward to working with you next year.
Have a Wonderful Summer!
Summer Learning Gap
Research has shown that students experience as much as two months learning in mathematics and four months in reading. It is important that children read during the summer and compute at the appropriate level. Ideas for families to not promote the gap are forthcoming.
YEARBOOKS:Yearbook orders are due by May 4. Yearbooks are $20. Due to a misprint on the yearbook order envelope, some have sent in $10. We ask that you help our school by sending in the remainder of the amount due. If you would prefer a refund, please let us know. We apologize for the error and inconvenience. Thank you! Mrs. Thrasher, Bookkeeper
FSA – FLORIDA STANDARDS ASSESSMENT
PARENTS: Below are the remaining testing dates as we finish FSA” testing. All testing will begin in the morning, so it is important that students are on time and well rested. If you have any questions, please call Mrs. Reid or Mrs. Tisza at 833-3580.
May 1, 2018 and May 2, 2018 5th Grade SCIENCE Test Paper Based Testing
May 8, 2018 and May 9, 2018 5th Grade READING Computer Based Testing
MAPS Testing will occur throughout the month ask your child’s teacher for the schedule.
Habit of the Month- Find Your Voice, Then Help Other Find Theirs- Learn your true nature and gifts, then use them to envision what you can achieve- We all have a purpose and special talents.- Transcend the negative culture of ego, scarcity, comparison, and competitiveness.- Be a catalyst to the success of something bigger than ourselves.
THANK YOU BUSINESS PARTNERS/COMMUNITY SUPPORTERS!
Trinity United Methodist Church Striving for Perfection Ministries (S4P Synergy) Hot Spot Coffee
Lockheed Martin Jade Nails SAMS Club
FWB First United Methodist Church Coastal Bank and Trust
ZT Motors Beulah First Baptist Church Women’s Ministry
Emerald Coast Board of Realtors Crosspoint United Methodist Church, Niceville
WRIGHT ELEMENTARY’S WEB PAGE:School Hours: Tardy Bell 8:30 am Dismissal: 3:00 pm
Office Phone # 833-3580 Fax # 833-3584 Office Hours: 7:45 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.