October 9, 2015

The Little Bulldogs Tidbits

Principal’s News

Contents

Principal’s News 1 Upcoming Events 1 Pre-K News 2 Kindergarten News 2 First Grade News 2 Second Grade News 2 Third Grade News 3 Fourth Grade News 3 Fifth Grade News 4 Sixth Grade News 4 Cafeteria Menu 5 Counselors News 5 Library News 6 Nurse News 6 Special Programs News 6 P.E. News 6

Mrs. Michelle Rodriguez

La Pryor Elementary Campus

Happy Birthday! Oct 10 – Alek Jensen Oct 10 – Jesse James Ramos Oct 10 – Rolando Robles Oct 13 – Angel Rodriguez

La Pryor Elementary Parents/Guardians,

Thank you so much for your patience and assistance today with the delay of

school. While we need and appreciate the rain, we realize that some families had

difficulty arriving to school. As such, students were accepted throughout the day and

tardies were not assigned for any student.

Please note that Monday, Oct. 12th

is LPISD will be closed for Columbus Day. There

will be no school on Monday. Next week is also LPISD Homecoming Spirit Week!!! In

preparation of the Homecoming Parade, permission slips were sent home Thursday. Do

make sure to sign and return your child’s permission slip so that they may participate in

this important tradition. Permission slips must be turned by the end of the day on

Tuesday, Oct. 13th

so that teachers can plan appropriately. Another change this year to

the Homecoming Parade event is that parents will be required to sign when they pick-up

their son/daughter at the end of the parade from the float. Please understand that these

additional procedures are to ensure the safety of all our La Pryor Elementary

students. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

In support of Spirit Week, our students will be able to participate in the dress

themes. They are as follows:

Monday No School – Columbus Day

Tuesday Troop Tuesday

Wednesday Wacky Wednesday

Thursday Twin Thursday or Throwback Thursday

Friday Maroon Spirit Day

While we are excited about the Homecoming festivities, we will be sending home some

expectations for student behavior during UIL events. Again, thank you for your

support. Have a great weekend and Go Bulldogs!!!

PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS WITH THESE IMPORTANT DATES: Oct 9 – Bulldogs @ Nueces Canyon (Campwood) 7:30 p.m. Oct 9 – Lady Bulldogs vs Sabinal 4 p.m. Oct 12 – NO SCHOOL - HOLIDAY Oct 13 – Lady Bulldogs @ Bracket 5/6 p.m. Oct 15 – JH Football @ Leakey 5:30 p.m. Oct 16 – Bulldogs vs Leakey 7:30 p.m. Oct 16 – Lady Bulldogs @ D’Hanis 4:30/5:30 p.m. Oct 20 – Elementary School Pictures Oct 26 – Cookies & Milk @ Elementary Library 6 p.m.

Respectfully, Michelle Rodriguez, Principal

HOMECOMING Spirit Week!

Oct 12-16

Tuesday – Troop Day Tuesday Wednesday – Wacky Wednesday Thursday – Twin Thursday or Throwback Thursday Friday – Spirit Day- Maroon & White

Pre-Kindergarten News

Kindergarten News

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

ELAR: Letter Cc (name, sound, write) Read: "ABC What Makes a Healthy Me" "Humpty Dumpty" Math: Number 3 Recognition, Comparing/Matching, Shapes, Tools of Measurement Social Studies: My Plate Food Groups, Healthy Habits, Exercise Science: Using a Balance Reading Tip of the Week: Read for enjoyment. Read your child's favorite story often.

Wednesday 14th- 2:30 Float Decorating!!!!

Kindergarten: Mrs. Mireles and Mrs. Ball

Kindergarten= Mrs. Mireles and Mrs. Ball

Reading: Our students will write sentences to tell a story and put the sentences in chronological order.

Social Studies: The students will identify jobs in the home, school, and the community.

Math: Students will be going over sets of number and how when counting a set of objects tells the

number of object in a set.

Science: Students will be going over the ways the objects can move. GO FIGHT WIN

BULLDOGS!!!

Mrs. Howell & Ms. Elrod:

In reading, we are reviewing the letter and sounds of the alphabet including long vowels, alphabetical order, rhyming

and alliteration. We are learning to decode words and continuing to practice sight words. In social studies we are

learning symbols and creating our own personal flags. In math, students will gain an understanding of whole numbers up

to 20, comparing numbers using place value, and ordering these numbers using an open number line. In science, students

will continue to identify heat, light, and sound energy and the importance it has on everyday life. Please remember to

check binders daily and return all assigned homework. Students have been writing and illustrating about Christopher

Columbus. We are discussing communities and our leaders. We are practicing alphabetical order and reading lots of AR

books.

Mrs. Lopez & Mrs. Nevarez – Second Grade This week in ELAR we are identifying fact statements in expository text. In social studies we are learning about different types of communities; rural, urban and suburban communities. Thank you for the support with the reading home that began this week and will continue throughout the year. Reading daily with your child will help build fluency and comprehension. In math we are in our unit on addition and subtraction. We have been working on different addition strategies that will build our fluency and accuracy with basic addition facts. We are also continuing to work on counting coins up to one dollar. In science we have been learning about how matter changes when we add or remove heat. The La Pryor homecoming parade is coming up on Wednesday,

October 14, please look for an addition note that has been sent home for more information.

Kindergarten News

First and Second Grade News

Pedro & Gustavo – Plate Sorting

Page 3 of 6 Little Bulldog Tidbits Grade Level News

Ms. Ybarra The third graders are using different strategies to solve multiplication problems. Please, work daily with your

child on his/her multiplication facts. If they know them by memory, it will allow for an easier transition into

division.

The fourth graders will take their Unit 3 Multiplication assessment on Wednesday instead of Tuesday. Look

out for the study guide. It will help your child better prepare for the test. On Thursday, we will begin the

unit on division. Please, continue working with your child on 2 digit multiplication problems.

Miss D. Gomez

3rd Graders are learning about literary nonfiction such as autobiography, biography and point of view. Parents please

have your child log into Reading Plus to do their See Readers and Read Around stories online. The passing score is an 80.

Weekly incentives are being given when they reach their weekly goal.

4th Graders are learning about the elements of drama, are reading several play passages and are using reading strategies

to answer questions about the plays. Parents please have your child log into Reading Plus to do their See Readers and

Read Around stories online. The passing score is an 80. Weekly incentives are being given when they reach their weekly

goal.

3rd

Grade newsletter for Miss E. Gomez

Our next unit is entitled Physical Characteristics of Communities. We will learn about the local community as well as learn about climate, landforms, natural resources, and natural hazards in environments such as deserts, mountains, wetlands and plains. Parents please encourage your child to read for at least 30 mins. daily. This will help in improving their fluency, comprehension and vocabulary. We are hard at work doing the Reading Plus program for 30 mins. every day, but to be successful in that program your child has to get a grade of an 80 on every story that they read. For this to occur, your child must focus, concentrate, and apply as many reading strategies that they have acquired throughout the years. Every story should not take more than 15 mins., but they must try and do their best in every story that they read. I will be giving them some incentives so that they can be encouraged to do their BEST on a daily basis. By working together we can ensure that OUR STUDENTS CAN SUCCEED.

4th

Grade newsletter for Miss E. Gomez

Our next unit is entitled Celebrate Freedom Week which is the week of September 17th and Constitution Day which is on September 17th. They will study important historical documents such as the Declaration of Independence, and the U.S. Constitution which includes the Bill of Rights. Parents please encourage your child to read for at least 30 mins. daily. This will help in improving their fluency, comprehension and vocabulary. We are hard at work doing the Reading Plus program for 30 mins. every day, but to be successful in that program your child has to get a grade of an 80 on every story that they read. For this to occur, your child must focus, concentrate, and apply as many reading strategies that they have acquired throughout the years. Every story should not take more than 15 mins., but they must try and do their best in every story that they read. I will be giving them some incentives so that they can be encouraged to do their BEST on a daily basis. By working together we can ensure that OUR STUDENTS CAN SUCCEED.

Mrs. M. Jones’ 3rd

and 4th

Grade Science Classes

3rd Grade - this week, the students wrapped up their Unit 2. They will be going into Unit 3 studying the weather. Parents if possible, for next week, they will need the weather section of a newspaper, any date is fine. Thank you for your continued support. 4th Grade- Students are studying Forms of Energy and they started out by working on a Persuasion Poster, picking their choice of energy and presenting it to their peers.

Arturo, Omar & Isaac

Eva, Cylie, Hope, Peyton,

Andrea, Jisela & Alyssa

Science- Mrs. Lopez

The 5th grade Finished unit 3 and will be taking their Unit 3 Assessment today, and start off on Unit 4. 6th grade continues to work on unit 3 and will be taking their unit 3 assessment on Tuesday, October 13, 2015.

Social Studies- Mrs. Ontiveros

5th- Students are reviewing for a Test and will start discussing the Economics of colonial times.

6th - Students will be defining the primary and secondary source's than will have a class discussion

pointing out the differences between them.

Thank you

Mrs. Ontiveros Conference: 8:00-8:30 & 10:30-11:00. Ext 33

ELA- Mrs. McHazlett

Fall is here and the spirit is in the air! The kids are very excited about upcoming events in the community. We will be writing a personal narrative where the kids can share experiences and include lots of sensory details and figurative language. We continue to stress vocabulary and are learning root words, prefixes and suffixes daily. Please continue to read with your child daily! Encourage them to find magazines, comic books and books that interest them. We want them to develop a love of reading! Please remember to sign their folders every evening so that we keep the lines of communication open. We appreciate your ongoing support and look

forward to seeing you at the HOMECOMING PARADE and FALL FESTIVAL! GO BULLDOGS!

Math- Ms. Rangel

5th grade students are currently working on solving expressions using the Order of Operation rules.

6th grade students are using Venn Diagrams to show relationships between rational numbers, integers

and whole numbers. Please have students practice their multiplication facts at home. Have a great

weekend : )

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Fifth & Sixth Grade News

Jeremias Perez and Angel Ortiz

working on expressions during math

class.

PRE-KINDER MENU

Oct 12 - 16

ELEMENTARY MENU

Oct 12 - 16

SUPPER MENU

Oct 12 - 16

Counselor’s Corner:

Greetings, parents! This week was Fire Prevention Week and our Kindergarten and 1st grade students were taught the importance of

fire safety. Let’s be reminded, as parents, the importance of practicing fire safety at home. Life can be busy as it is with the

responsibilities of running a household but we should also consider what to do in case of a fire in our home. Our Kindergarten and 1st

grade students learned about the four important steps to follow in case of a house fire. I am providing parents with these steps so that

you may have a plan if one isn’t in place. This information was gathered from the U.S. Fire Administration.

Have a plan for young children who cannot get outside by themselves. You will need to wake babies and very young children and

help them get out. In your plan, talk about who will help each child get out safely.

Know two ways out of every room. It is important to find two ways out of every room in the house, in case one exit is blocked or

dangerous to use.

Choose a meeting place outside the home. Children should know what to do when they hear a smoke alarm and there is no adult

around. Help them practice going to the outside meeting place. Teach them to never go back inside a building that is on fire.

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Migrant Dept. News:

Migrant Education Program (MEP) The purpose of the Migrant Education Program (MEP) is to design and support programs that help migrant students overcome the challenges of mobility, cultural and language barriers, social isolation, and other difficulties associated with a migratory lifestyle. These efforts are aimed at helping migrant students succeed in school and successfully transition to postsecondary education or employment. In order to better serve your children, La Pryor School district is helping the State of Texas identify students who may qualify to receive additional educational services. If you are a Migrant and are not currently participating in the La Pryor Migrant Program, please call the office to set up an appointment with Special Programs. We would like the opportunity to discuss our migrant services with you.

Coach Gonzales’ and Coach Lopez’s PE News:

The children are having lots of fun in class. Pre-Kinder thru 2nd grade children are working on movement and

following directions. This week the students have been playing "Hula Hoop Activities" where they are challenged in

different games. In 3rd thru 6th girls are still working on volleyball fundamentals such as bumping, passing to

target, setting and other skills to get them ready for HS volleyball. They are getting very good at volleyball. They

are up for the challenge. Boys are also working on football fundamentals. Parents please have your child bring their

running shoes to P.E.

Message from Nurse Becky

Vision, Hearing and Acanthosis screening has been completed on the Elementary Campus, I have sent referrals to the student parents that need to follow-up with doctors, I will need report back from doctors for school records as soon as possible. Thank You for your cooperation.

Special Programs News:

This week’s departmental informational update is a reminder of the specialized trainings available to parents at the Educational Service Center Region 20 building. These trainings are free and are available to all parents however special emphasis is given to parents of students with special needs. There are two parent trainings scheduled in October. Below is the information related to the upcoming trainings and the contact information to register for these trainings. October 14, 2015, 9:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Connecting to the TEAM...The ARD/IEP Process Parents are very important members of the student’s ARD Committee/IEP team; yet becoming involved in the special education process can be like visiting a foreign country—with a language all of its own. Learn special education terminology, explore topics that are discussed at ARD/IEP meetings, learn to use various resources, and understand your family’s (and child’s) role in the ARD/IEP process.

October 28, 2015, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Technology for Tots: Supporting the Needs of Students with Disabilities in the Early Childhood Classroom How can we incorporate technology into the daily routine of young children? Participants in this session will acquire engaging and interactive ideas for incorporating technology with the parents as the facilitator. In this hands on, bring your own device session, participants will gain practical tips and ideas for all aspects of the preschool day, including working with students with disabilities, and walk away with resources to start implementing now

Location All parent trainings are free and are held at: Frederick E. Maples, Jr. Conference Center Conference Center, Building 6 1314 Hines Ave., San Antonio, TX 78208 For further information on any of the parent trainings, contact Kimberly Baumgardner at kimberly.baumgardner@esc20.net or (210) 370-5431.

From the Library:

It has been another great week in the Library. Students have been busy

reading and taking AR tests to meet their Accelerated Reader goal for the

first nine weeks of school. Keep up the great work! Don’t forget, we will be

having another Cookies & Milk at the end of the month, and I hope you can join

us. Parents, please remind your student(s) to bring their Library books back to

school with them.

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