Author: MCINTYRE, BEN

Fourth grade News

Hoppin Elementary

September 30, 2014

What Are We Learning About?
Math– We will be reading and writing numbers and working with place value.
Reading– We learning about the components to a narrative. This week we are focusing on characters
Writing– We are learning how to develop characters in our own narratives.
Science/ Social Studies– We are learning about the different ecosystems, the food chain/web, and adaptations that animals need to make in order to survive.
Homecoming
Homecoming will be on Friday, October 3rd and we have an exciting day planned. In the afternoon third and fourth grade will be participating in activity stations. In order for this fun filled day to be successful, we need your help!!! Some of the things we need are:
Parent Volunteers (4 or so)
Empty water bottles (about 120 of them!)
Dry Beans
Colored tissue paper
Purple/White Ribbon

Upcoming Events
October
3– Homecoming
15, 16, 17– Fourth Grade Camp
17– Hoppin Hustle
31– 1/2 Day for Students– End of Marking Period
6, 13, 20, 27– Early Release(2:14)
November
4, 5, 7– Parent/Teacher Conferences
14– Grandparents’ Day
26-28– No School
3, 10, 17, 24– Early Release(2:14)

4th Grade Camp at YMCA Camp Eberhart
Just a reminder that 4th Grade Camp is coming up October 15-17th. We will be spending 3 days and 2 nights at camp. We do not need chaperones during the day, but we do need chaperones to spend the night with us. Please contact Ms. Munro if you are interested. More information about camp will be coming home with your child in the next week or so.

Hoppin Elementary

September 30, 2014

Hoppin Hustle 2014
This years Hoppin Hustle will be held October 17th. This our only fundraiser for the school that provides funding for the PTO. This money goes towards student field trips and other special events. Students will raise money for the PTO then walk in the event. They won’t have to count miles, laps, or track time– family and friends can make a flat donation to the PTO. They can even donate online on our Our goal this year is $10,000 or roughly $30 per student. Also, the class that raises the most money earns a trip to Kid Zone and an ice cream party. Thank you so much for your support.
New Security Door
Student safety continues to be a priority at Three Rivers Community Schools. As you are aware, a security buzzer and video camera was installed at the main entrance over the summer. The front doors will be locked from 8:00-3:00. During that time, ALL visitors will need to be “buzzed in” by the office staff. Access will only be granted by an adult in the main office. Doors will not be opened by others in the building. Teachers have plans to teach our students not to open the door for a visitor who may be knocking to get their attention. The process will be quick and will follow the procedure below:
Push the buzzer located outside the main entrance.
An adult will be with you momentarily, if not immediately.
Your reason for visiting will be asked.

Fourth Grade Wish List
Extra classroom snacks
Empty water bottles
Small toys/garage sale items (anything that can be used for our classroom auction using earned classroom money).
Pop cans
Parent Volunteers
Thank you so much for all the donations we have already received!

Early Release Now 2:14
Early release has changed this year from 2:00 pm to 2:14 pm. Children will be directed to go home the way they would normally go home throughout the week. If your child will be taking a different way home please notify the office and the child’s teacher. Thank you so much for your help.