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Bootiful...Scarilicious...Cuteastic...and other made up words

halloween2009Not sure how to describe all the wonderful costumes this year so I made up some words. There were cute costumes, scary ones, creative ones and everything in between. I know there were three cameras trying to catch everyone and I hope we did. Great job to all those who participated in the parade. Thank you to all the parents who helped and to all who knew we had enough help and gave us some space, this a hectic activity. Thanks to the Student Council members who lent a helping hand and acted as judges, that is never an easy job with so many winning costumes. We wish everyone a fun and safe Halloween night. Remember - watch out for cars, carry a flashlight and stay safe!
Pictures - BATCH 1 - Batch 2 (Thanks Stephen Bernier) - Batch 3 (Thanks Jessica Burl) - Last Batch (Thanks Elementary Folks)

Who are you? Who Who

owlI love the corny stuff don't I? From Mrs. Jones - "Mike Brennen from the Visitor's Interpretive Center at Paul Smiths visited CCS today to teach fourth graders about some of the different types of owls that can be found in the North Country.  Mr. Brennen showed the children a slide show presentation and explained some of the adaptations that owls have that help them to survive.  The highlight of the presentation was the live barred owl that Mr. Brennen brought with him.  The children really enjoyed watching the owl and its amazing movements." Due to a dying camera battery there are only a few pictures to share. PICTURES

Bio-Fuel Presentation

biofuleOn October 13th, Jody Maneely and Steve McDonald from Cornell Cooperative Extension in Malone visited Mrs. Jones' and Mrs. Vanier's fourth grade classrooms.  The children participated in a science experiment called "Bio-fuel Blast".  The children learned about bio-fuels and the importance of finding ways to use renewable resources to create gases that can be used in place of nonrenewable resources.  The children put yeast, corn syrup, and water into soda bottles and then mixed the ingredients together.  The children then attached a balloon to the mouth of the bottle.  Once mixed, the ingredients produced a gas.  Evidence of the gas was the fact that the balloon began to inflate.  The children had a great time and learned a lot of new facts.  Thanks goes out to Mrs. Maneely and Mr. McDonald for their time. - Thanks Mrs. Jones for the write up - PICTURES

September 28 through October 2

Question of the week: Paul Goble's book The Girl Who Loved Wild Horses won the Caldecott Medal. What year did it win? Get your answer to Mrs. Campbell by the end of the day Thursday.
Mrs. Gardiner's classes will continue to take elementary students outside this week.
The kindergarten color for this week is GREEN so please wear green Friday.
Lee Denim Day is Friday - get your donations in to Mrs. Boyea or Mrs. Quinn soon.
Don't forget band, jazz band and chorus rehearsals all week as well.
Have a wonderful week!

Go Outside

Just before the end of the day Friday I received a few more pictures from the Go Outside project being spearheaded by Mrs. Gardiner. The weather has been favorable and the pictures show that a good time is being had by all the students involved. PICTURES

4-H Conservation Days

 September 24, 2009 - "campoverlookwoodsStudents from Mrs. Jones' and Mrs. Vanier's fourth grade classes attended the 4-H Conservation Day at Camp Overlook on September 24th.  The students had the opportunity to learn about some of the plants and wildlife that can be found in and around the Adirondacks.  They learned about animal adaptations, acid rain, water conservation, the maple syrup industry, different types of trees, different types of plants, and about "survival of the fittest".   The weather was beautiful and everyone left with a wealth of new knowledge!  Special thanks to the presenters from our area, Mr. Bill Wood and Mr. Steve McDonald." - Thanks Mrs. Jones Vanier's Class - Jones' Class

Going outside

gooutside"For "Take a Child Outside" week starting on September 24, Mrs. Gardiner's Nutrition,  Health and Fitness Classes were able to take most of the elementary classes on nature walks. The nice weather made these walks an opportunity to enjoy fresh air, make nature bracelets, and get some exercise. Some of the older students marked a trail in the woods. All the students from Pre-K to grade 12 gained a greater appreciation for our natural world during this week. Enjoying the outdoors helps children connect with the natural world, focus in school and reduce the chance of obesity." - from Mrs. Gardiner. We have a few pictures for now with more expected. PICTURES

What's Up this week - 9/21 through 9/25

 - Question of the week? Who is the hobbit who tricked Golem into giving him the ring? Turn your answer into Mrs. Campbell by 3:00 Thursday
 - Wear RED Friday to support the Kindergarten students as they learn their colors.
 - Mrs. Gardiner will be scheduling "Take a Child Outside" this Thursday and Friday
 - 4th Graders will be going to Camp Overlook on Thursday from 8:30 - 2:00 PM.
 - There are also presentations this week on making friends, choral rehearsals, band rehearsals, noon-hour activities and so much more. We'll try to get some pictures for you. Thanks for the patience.

New Faces

Miss Sheldon was recently appointed to the vacant elementary position following the retirement of Mrs. McCormick. Also new to the building is Mr. Goggins who replaced the man with one name - Harold. We look forward to meeting these new Bulldogs in the new few weeks.

UPDATED AND IMPORTANT - SPREAD THE WORD.

Updated on July 28, 2009 - Back to school has become much simpler. Read the following "press release" about how to make your back to school preparation much simpler - COLORS - Math will be PURPLE - Science will be GREEN; Reading/ELA will be RED; Spelling will be BLUE (no book cover is needed for spelling)

With the summer vacation nearing the halfway point, it's time to start thinking about purchasing school supplies for next year.
A list of the school supplies that you will need to buy was included in your child's report card envelope along with your child's report card.
This is a reminder to parents that we will have available for purchase a "back to school supply kit" that will contain most of the supplies that your child will need for the coming year. Our goal is to save you time and money by putting the kits together and purchasing the materials for the kits when they are on sale.
The price of the kits will probably range from $4.00 to $12.00 depending on the amount of supplies that your child's teacher requested. The kits will be ready when they come back to school.
If you are interested in purchasing a kit but have not already expressed interest in doing so, please call Chandra or Mrs. Fowler at 497-6420 by THIS FRIDAY (July 31). Unfortunately kits will not be available to those who call until a later date as we need to concrete numbers to determine how much of each item to buy.
If you choose to purchase school supplies on your own please keep in mind the new color system we are trying this year (See above). Please keep in mind that the if you purchase the cloth book covers that you will need to buy the "jumbo" size. The regular "one size fits all" will not fit our textbooks.

Back to School  UPDATED please read carefully

  • Mrs. Cartier - Kindergarten - IN THE KIT - blunt pair of small scissors, 2 glue sticks, journal (a doodle pad or sketch pad without lines), pencil box, 2-pocket folder (red), colored pencils - NOT IN THE KIT - old t-shirt or smock (not buttons), book bag, complete change of clothes in a zip-lock bag, small blanket
  • Mrs. Hesseltine- Kindergarten - IN THE KIT - 3 packages of glue sticks, box of colored pencils, pencil box (labeled), 2-pocket folder (red) - NOT IN THE KIT - labeled shoebox with complete change of clothes (labeled), and old shirt or smock (no buttons), blanket (labeled), sneakers for gym, regular size backpack (not a small one please)
  • Mrs. Flaherty and Mrs. Smith - 1st Grade - IN THE KIT - yellow pencils, handheld erasers (5-6), 3 glue sticks (Mrs. Smith Only), Elmers glue (Mrs. Flaherty only) - NOT IN THE KIT - book bag, paint shirt for art, sneakers for gym, a daily nutritious snack for your child, - Wish list (option items) - paper plats, plastic forks and spoons, ribbon or yarn, 1 box of low sugar cereal.
  • Mrs. Lobdell and Mrs. Watson - 2nd Grade - IN THE KIT - 10 pencils, handheld erasers, crayons (no larger than 24 pack), scissors, glue stick (no more than 5) - NOT IN THE KIT - back pack
  • Mrs. Dumas - 3rd Grade - IN THE KIT - 1 package of loose leaf paper, school scissors, pack of #2 pencils, 24 count crayons, ruler with both centimeters and inches, cap erasers to fit on pencils, 1 folder for each subject (remember the color system), 1 notebook for each subject (remember the color system), book covers for Math, Science, Social Studies and Reading (remember the color system) - NOT IN THE KIT - backpack.
  • Mrs. Pageau - 3rd Grade - IN THE KIT - 1 package of wide-ruled school paper, package of #2 pencils, erasers, box of 24 crayons, 1 folder, 1 note book and book covers for each subject (Math, Science, Social Studies and Reading ) - remember the color system - NOT IN THE KIT - backpack.
  • Mrs. Jones - and Mrs. Vanier - 4th Grade - IN THE KIT - 1 package of loose leaf paper, 2 glue sticks, school scissors, package of #2 pencils, erasers, box of 24 crayons, 2 highlighter in different colors, 1 package of sticky note (standard size), 1 folder, 1 notebook and 1 book cover for each subject (Math, Science, Social Studies, Reading) - remember the color system - NOT IN THE KIT - backpack and one of the following - paper plates, plastic spoons, plastic bowls, napkins and optional markers.
  • Miss Helm and Mr. LaPlante - 5th Grade - IN THE KIT - 1 folder, 1 notebook and 1 book cover for each subject (Math, Science, Social Studies, Reading) - remember the color system. - NOT IN THE KIT - pencils, pens, erasers, crayola colored pencils/crayons - optional items - mechanical pencils (please have extra lead), small sharpener (must catch shaving), glue stick, scissors, tape, pencil box.
  • Mrs. Boyea and Miss Cook - 6th Grade - IN THE KIT - 1 folder, 1 notebook and 1 book cover for each subject (Math, Science, Social Studies, Reading) - remember the color system.

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